Behind the Magazine
Les voix et les regards qui affûtent notre passion
The Authors
Enthusiasts dedicated to cutlery
Behind every article in La Passion des Couteaux are enthusiasts, experts, and connoisseurs of cutlery. Whether they are specialist journalists, artisan cutlers, historians, or collectors, our authors share the same desire: to pass on their knowledge and passion for blades.
Érik Château
Christian Lemasson
Pierre-Yves Javel
Marilou Martinez-Soum
Raphaël Bousquet
François-Xavier Salle
Paolo Simoës
Louis Blanchet-Kapnist
Cutting-edge expertise
Our editors test, analyze, and dissect each knife with a critical eye and attention to detail. From the choice of materials to ergonomics, every aspect is studied to provide you with accurate and objective reviews.
A community of enthusiasts
La Passion des Couteaux is also a collective adventure. We collaborate with experts and knowledgeable enthusiasts to offer a wide range of specialized and accessible articles.
An immersion into the world of blades
Beyond testing, our authors meet artisans, explore the history of the biggest brands, and uncover the trends shaping the cutlery industry today and tomorrow.
Would you like to learn more about our authors? Discover them through articles in our print and digital magazine to share and enrich this common passion.
The Photographers
The expert eye of cutlery
Behind every image in La Passion des Couteaux are passionate photographers who capture the essence of the blades. With their precise and artistic eye, they highlight the details, textures, and craftsmanship that make cutlery so rich.
Mathilde Tauvry
Hervé Ronné
François-Xavier Salle
Jérôme Chabanne
A keen eye for cutlery
Steel textures, handle finishes, balanced shapes—our photographers play with light and composition to reveal the full richness of the art of knife making.
From the workshop to the shop windows
Some photos are taken in the heart of the workshops, immersed with the artisans, while others showcase exceptional pieces from their best angle. Each image tells a story and brings an essential visual dimension to the magazine's articles.
Images serving passion
A picture can sometimes say more than a thousand words. That's why we place great importance on the aesthetics and precision of the images that illustrate La Passion des Couteaux.
Through their work, our photographers help to pass on expertise and inspire wonder among enthusiasts. Their goal? To showcase each blade and honor the fascinating world of cutlery.
The Artisans Behind The Scenes
Bringing the magazine to life, line by line
La Passion des Couteaux reads smoothly and is a pleasure to leaf through, thanks in part to those who work quietly behind the scenes. Proofreading, layout, printing, expertise, and digital distribution: every detail counts in the production of a high-quality magazine.
Sophie Dabat
Pierre Castin
Ambroise Tièche
Régis Aranda
Antoine Laffolay
Aubin imprimeur
Benoît Gourmelon
Alexis Brus
Maxime Blanchet
Fandecouteaux
Requirements prior to publication
Proofreaders, editors, and editorial advisors ensure that texts are clear, terminology is accurate, and our editorial guidelines are followed. Thanks to them, every word published is correct, polished, and faithful to the spirit of La Passion des Couteaux.
Multiple formats, one requirement
Our layout artist designs layouts that are easy to read, elegant, and well-structured. Our long-standing printing partner guarantees a finish that is faithful to the graphic design. On the digital side, video content creators extend the magazine experience on YouTube, bringing a lively and engaging perspective.
A diverse team, a shared vision
Journalists, videographers, writers, and designers: each contributes to bringing the magazine to life with the same high standards. Together, they ensure that La Passion des Couteaux remains a living reference, as beautiful to read as it is to look at.
Thanks to their expertise, rigor, and unique perspective, these behind-the-scenes artisans bring each issue to life. Their dedication allows La Passion des Couteaux to combine high standards, passion, and knowledge sharing, issue after issue.