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 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...

Image of Pro Chefly Damascus chef knife sharpened by a wet stone.
  • 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...

Image of Pro Chefly Damascus chef knife with a green resin handle on a cutting board beside fresh lemons and mint.
  • July 23, 2026
Why Chef Knife Belly Shape Changes Cutting Rhythm

Dear Chefs, the belly of a chef knife is that gentle curve running along the edge from heel to tip,...

Image of Pro Chefly Peruvian chicken with green sauce, roasted baby potatoes, fresh lime, and parsley.
  • July 22, 2026
Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce for July Nights

Dear Chefs, Peruvian chicken with green sauce is the kind of dinner that makes a warm July night feel like...

Image of Pro Chefly hammered nakiri knife with a pakkawood handle on a cutting board beside fresh apples and butternut squash.
  • July 21, 2026
How Nakiri Knives Improve Board Awareness

Dear Chefs, if your vegetable cuts ever come out connected at the bottom like a paper fan, the problem is...

Image of Pro Chefly grilled whole trout with herb butter and fresh rosemary on a white serving plate.
  • July 20, 2026
Grilled Trout with Herb Butter and Citrus

Dear Chefs, there is a special kind of joy in cooking a whole trout over live fire, watching the skin...