Peelers are designed to remove the outer skin of fruits and vegetables, making them easier to eat, cook, or process further.

Y-peelers are ideal for peeling soft-skinned fruits and vegetables due to their sharp, curved blade that follows the contours of the produce.

Serrated peelers have a blade with saw-like teeth, making them effective for peeling hard-skinned fruits and vegetables like pineapples and butternut squash.

Julienne peelers have a blade with multiple sharp teeth, allowing you to create long, thin strips of vegetables like carrots and zucchini.

Corers are designed to remove the core, seeds, and pits from fruits and vegetables, making them easier to prepare and consume.

Apple corers have a cylindrical shape with a sharp blade at the end, making them ideal for removing the core from round fruits like apples and pears.

Pineapple corers have a long, cylindrical shape with a sharp blade at the end, allowing you to easily remove the core from pineapples.

Strawberry corers have a small, V-shaped blade that is specifically designed to remove the core from strawberries.

Cherry pitters have a small, circular blade that is used to remove the pit from cherries, making them easier to eat and use in recipes.

Stainless steel is a popular material for peelers and corers due to its durability, resistance to corrosion, and ease of cleaning.

Keeping peelers and corers clean is essential to prevent the spread of bacteria, ensure efficient peeling and coring, and maintain the sharpness of the blades.

Peelers and corers should be replaced as needed, depending on their condition and frequency of use. If the blades become dull or damaged, it is time to replace them.

When using peelers and corers, it is important to always use a cutting board, keep fingers away from the blades, and never use them on a wet surface to prevent accidents and injuries.

Storing peelers and corers in a knife block is a safe and organized way to keep them within reach while protecting the blades and preventing accidents.

A mandoline is a slicing tool used for cutting vegetables and fruits into thin, even slices, while peelers are specifically designed for removing the skin of fruits and vegetables.