A cutlery set is a kitchen knife set with a variety of different knives that have different functions. There are a lot of companies that make cutlery sets that vary in quality, sharpness, and number of knives. When you are shopping for a cutlery set, you have to seriously think about what you will need in a cutlery set. Do you entertain often and need a lot of service cutlery? Do you like to cook a lot of different types of food and need a variety of knives to prepare your recipes? Or do you cook only occasionally and only need a few basic knives? You have to make sure that you get the knife set that works with your needs and that you do not buy a set with too many or too little knives. When you figure out what type of knives you want, all you have to do is look for those knives in a set at a price that works with your budget.