Bob Kramer is the only former chef, and the only one specializing in kitchen cutlery, to have been certified by the American Bladesmith Society. Join Sur La Table for this rare chance to learn from a true master as Bob shares his experiences, techniques and passion for cutlery during a “Master Knife Skills” class at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 at Sur La Table, 90 Central Way in Kirkland.

Class registration is $100; call 425-827-1311 or visit www.surlatable.com for details. Food and wine will be served during the event, and participants will receive a 15 percent off coupon to use in the store, including on exclusive Shun Bob Kramer knives.

Kramer will also answer the public’s questions and perform mini knife demonstrations and a free meet and greet event at noon on Sunday, Oct. 25 at The Bravern, 11111 N.E. Eighth St., Bellevue.

Well-respected in the culinary world, Kramer has been featured in various articles including The New Yorker, Saveur and Bon Appétit. In fall 2008, Sur La Table launched a line of artisan knives created by Shun and Bob Kramer — the first time in history a master bladesmith partnered with a major cutlery company.