Mezzaluna
What is a mezzaluna? If you’re like many people, you may have never heard of a mezzaluna. A mezzaluna is a curved blade that turns chopping into smooth work. It has a long, curved blade and two handles. You can use a mezzaluna to chop and mince vegetables, herbs, nuts, chocolate, or spices. The single blade mezzaluna is also great for cutting pizza, whereas the double bladed mezzaluna can also be used as a pastry knife. A mezzaluna saves time, which allows you to prepare healthy meals quickly.
Even with these great uses, it is worth mentioning a big drawback to the mezzaluna….it must be hand washed (in most cases). Washing a large awkward sharp utensil can be difficult to do. It is also hard to make very precise cuts with such a large knife, so it is best to use mezzalunas to chop or mince.
Mezzaluna means half moon in Italian. This half moon shape allows that user to rock the blades back and forth to cut, chop, and mince. Mezzalunas are safer for those who are afraid to use a large knife, since hands are above the blade. These are also great for individuals with arthritis. The larger handles make it easier to grip rather than trying to wrap arthritic fingers around a knife handle. Mezzalunas range in cost from $9 to $40. Some are priced in the hundreds, but these are not necessary for home kitchen use.
https://www.amazon.com/Westmark-Stainless-Double-Mezzaluna-Mincing/dp/B00V3ODI9C
What a great idea. Never heard of one