Chef Ian has been on the lookout for kitchen gadgets that actually work.
Because let’s be honest — plenty of tools promise a lot, but often they are awkward to use, hard to store, or simply do not solve the problem they were meant to fix. That is exactly why the Dreamfarm range has been such a great find.
Dreamfarm is an award-winning Australian design company known for creating kitchen tools that solve real problems, and the Nocutu is a brilliant example of that thinking.
A mandoline can be one of the handiest tools in the kitchen, but for many home cooks it can also be one of the most intimidating. The Nocutu tackles that concern head-on with a clever finger guard that runs on tracks, allowing you to slice safely and confidently right down to the very last piece. That means more control, less waste, and far less of that nervous feeling people often associate with using a mandoline.
The razor-sharp Japanese stainless steel blade delivers clean, even slices and offers three thickness settings — 1mm, 2mm and 3mm — making it ideal for everything from fine cucumber and onion to slightly thicker potato, zucchini or apple slices. When you are finished, the blade locks closed for safe storage, which is another thoughtful detail that makes this tool feel practical rather than risky.
It also features an integrated non-slip foot that folds out to raise the mandoline securely while you work. This gives you better clearance underneath, allowing slices to fall away more easily without jamming up beneath the blade. It is one of those small design details that makes a big difference in use.
And when it comes time to pack it away, the flexible finger guard snaps on and doubles as a blade cover, keeping storage slim, tidy and safer in the drawer.
This is exactly the sort of tool Chef Ian appreciates — something that takes a kitchen job people often avoid and makes it more practical, safer and easier to use.
Because it makes a tool that can feel a bit daunting much more practical for everyday cooks.
The Nocutu is clever, compact and thoughtfully designed. It gives you clean, even slices, better control, and an added layer of confidence with the tracked finger guard. That is exactly what a good kitchen tool should do — make the job easier, safer and more useful.
Underground Chef is designed to fit into real life, not take it over. You can start gently, explore at your own pace, and choose the level of guidance that feels right for you.
There’s no pressure to commit and no long-term lock-in. Just thoughtful support, clear guidance, and a way of cooking that works around how you live today.
