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.

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  • 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...

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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...

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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