Chef's Notes

Shhh… you found my notes. I’m Chef Tyler, since you’re here, you might as well stay. This is where I scribble down the sharpest stories, unwrap the juiciest kitchen secrets, and share a few truths most brands won’t tell you. Pull up a chair—let’s talk knives, food, and everything in between.

Image of Pro Chefly Damascus steel kitchen knives displayed with fresh watermelon slices and mint on a cutting board.
  • August 12, 2026
The Only Knives You Actually Need: Building Your First Japanese Knife Set

Dear Chefs, walk into any kitchen store and you will be told, in no uncertain terms, that you need a...

Image of Pro Chefly chilled sesame soba noodles with cucumber, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds in a steel pan
  • August 11, 2026
Cold Sesame Soba Noodles When Dinner Needs to Stay Cool

Dear Chefs, some nights the last thing your kitchen needs is another pot of steam and a hot stove begging...

Image of Pro Chefly chef slicing a tamagoyaki sushi roll wrapped in nori on a wooden cutting board.
  • August 10, 2026
Bunka vs Santoku: Choosing Your Everyday Japanese Blade

Dear Chefs, the choice between a bunka and a santoku is one of those friendly kitchen debates that sounds trivial...

Image of Pro Chefly traditional gazpacho topped with diced cucumber, tomato, onion, and olive oil in a rustic bowl.
  • August 08, 2026
Gazpacho for the Days It's Too Hot to Turn On the Stove

Dear Chefs, there are August afternoons when the thought of standing over a hot burner feels like a personal insult,...

Image of Pro Chefly spicy grilled corn ribs with chili seasoning, fresh parsley, lime wedges, and creamy dipping sauce.
  • August 07, 2026
Mexican Street Corn Ribs for Messy, Napkin-Grabbing Cookouts

Dear Chefs, corn ribs are the messy, hands-on, napkin-destroying cookout dish you did not know you needed, and this elote-inspired...

Image of Pro Chefly Damascus bunka knife with a walnut handle on a wooden cutting board beside fresh mini peppers and green chilies.
  • August 06, 2026
What Is a Bunka Knife and When to Reach for One

Dear Chefs, the bunka knife is one of the best-kept secrets in the Japanese knife world, and once you understand...

Image of Pro Chefly grilled peach and burrata salad with arugula, pistachios, balsamic glaze, and fresh peaches.
  • August 05, 2026
The Grilled Peach & Burrata Salad That Turns Salad Skeptics Into Believers

Dear Chefs, if you have ever met someone who swears they do not like salad, this grilled peach and burrata...

Image of Pro Chefly bread knife slicing a fresh artisan loaf on a wooden cutting board.
  • August 04, 2026
What Is a Bread Knife Used For? A Chef's Guide to the Serrated Blade

Dear Chefs, the bread knife might be the most underestimated blade in your block, and if you only ever reach...

Image of Pro Chefly heirloom tomato tart with whipped feta, fresh basil, and seasoned tomatoes on a flaky crust.
  • August 03, 2026
The Heirloom Tomato & Whipped Feta Tart We Make All August Long

Dear Chefs, there is a short window every August when heirloom tomatoes taste so good it almost feels rude to...

Image of Pro Chefly baked stuffed bell peppers filled with savory beef, rice, melted cheese, and fresh parsley.
  • July 29, 2026
Stuffed Peppers for Warm Summer Evenings

Dear Chefs, stuffed peppers are summer comfort food dressed in its Sunday best, sweet bell peppers packed with herbed rice...

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  • July 27, 2026
Why AUS-10 vs VG-10 Changes Sharpening Feedback

Dear Chefs, ask any knife nerd about AUS-10 versus VG-10 and the conversation usually stops at edge retention, but the...

Image of Pro Chefly classic ratatouille baked with eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, onions, and fresh rosemary in a casserole dish.
  • July 24, 2026
Ratatouille Built for Peak Summer Produce

Dear Chefs, ratatouille is what happens when peak summer produce stops being a pile of ingredients and turns into a...