F. Dick Pink Spirit 2-Piece Santoku and Paring Knife Set

Two knives cover most everyday cooking, and this Pink Spirit set pairs a 7-inch santoku with a 3.5-inch paring knife. It makes a cheerful starter set for a first kitchen or a gift.

The santoku is a vegetable knife at heart, with a hollow edge that keeps starchy potatoes and carrots from sticking. The paring knife takes on the many small tasks, such as cutting an avocado and removing the pit. Both have the round pink handle, which moves smoothly in the hand for delicate cuts. The set also carries a donation from F. Dick to Pink Ribbon Deutschland.

Both knives fit in a drawer insert or a small block. Together they handle a weeknight dinner from chopping the vegetables to slicing a lemon for the plate.

The knives are also sold singly as the Pink Spirit 7-inch santoku and the Pink Spirit 3.5-inch paring knife. For a fuller set with storage, see the Pink Spirit 5-piece magnetic block set.