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 chef slicing a fresh baguette on a wooden cutting board with a bread knife, creating thick crusty slices for sandwiches, appetizers, or garlic bread.
  • June 03, 2026
Which Bread Knife Length Works Best for Home Bakers

Dear Chefs, bread knives tend to get overlooked until the moment you need one and suddenly realize your beautiful loaf...

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Image of Pro Chefly chicken souvlaki served with creamy herb yogurt sauce, warm naan bread, fresh tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, and oregano on a rustic wooden board.
  • June 02, 2026
Chicken Souvlaki Built for Summer Grilling

Dear Chefs, some recipes seem almost designed for warm evenings, cold drinks, and the smell of a grill working overtime...

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Image of Pro Chefly chef slicing eggplant wedges on a wooden cutting board with a kitchen knife during meal preparation.
  • June 01, 2026
Nakiri vs Santoku – Which Causes Less Hand Fatigue

Dear Chefs, most knife conversations revolve around sharpness, steel, or blade shape, but there is another factor that quietly affects...

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Image of Pro Chefly crispy chicken shawarma bowl with spiced rice, creamy herb yogurt sauce, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, pickled onions, and vibrant Mediterranean-inspired recipe photography.
  • May 29, 2026
Crispy Chicken Shawarma Bowls Worth the Extra Crunch

Dear Chefs, some recipes earn their reputation entirely on texture. That first bite where crispy spiced chicken crashes into cool...

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Image of Pro Chefly outdoor grilling spread with sliced steak, grilled chicken, and sausages on the barbecue, live-fire cooking photography highlighting meat preparation and backyard chef craftsmanship.
  • May 28, 2026
How Kiritsuke Knives Handle Delicate Protein Work

Dear Chefs, delicate protein work is where confidence gets very quiet. Nobody is impressed by brute force when you are...

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Image of Pro Chefly Thai coconut shrimp curry with red curry coconut broth, tender shrimp, aromatics, and vibrant Thai-inspired seafood recipe photography.
  • May 27, 2026
Thai Coconut Shrimp for Warm Weather Cravings

Dear Chefs, there are certain flavors that instantly change the mood in a kitchen. Coconut milk hitting warm curry paste...

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Image of Pro Chefly close-up of fresh green onions being sliced on a wooden cutting board, detailed food prep photography highlighting precision knife skills and ingredient preparation.
  • May 26, 2026
What Chef Knives Reveal About Cutting Technique

Dear Chefs, a chef knife has a funny way of exposing your habits whether you invite that honesty or not....

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Image of Pro Chefly Korean bulgogi lettuce wraps with marinated beef, kimchi, jasmine rice, green onions, and crisp lettuce leaves, vibrant Asian-inspired recipe photography.
  • May 25, 2026
Korean Bulgogi Lettuce Cups Built for Fast Flavor

Dear Chefs, some meals feel like a full production, and some somehow deliver outrageous flavor while barely giving you enough...

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Image of Pro Chefly chef slicing red onion with a Japanese Damascus nakiri knife on a wooden cutting board during food prep
  • May 22, 2026
How Nakiri Knives Improve High-Volume Prep

Dear Chefs, there comes a moment in serious prep when your cutting board disappears beneath a mountain of vegetables, your...

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Image of Pro Chefly smoked Gouda smash burger with caramelized onions, melted cheese, pickles, shredded lettuce, and comfort sauce on a toasted brioche bun, gourmet comfort food
  • May 21, 2026
Smoked Gouda Smash Burgers Built for Comfort

Dear Chefs, some meals are elegant, restrained, and whisper softly about nuance. This is not that meal. Smoked Gouda smash...

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Image of Pro Chefly Japanese Damascus chef knife and paring knife beside fresh mango and sliced strawberries on a marble countertop, premium kitchen prep photography highlighting precision cutlery.
  • May 20, 2026
Which Steel Holds a Finer Edge, AUS-10 or VG-10

Dear Chefs, this is exactly the kind of knife debate that starts with a simple question and somehow ends with...

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Image of Pro Chefly spicy Calabrian shrimp simmering in garlic chili butter sauce in a Dutch oven on the stovetop, vibrant seafood recipe photography with fresh herbs and aromatics.
  • May 19, 2026
Spicy Calabrian Shrimp – Spring Delight

Dear Chefs, this is the kind of dish that makes you feel like you accidentally pulled off something wildly expensive...

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8" Damascus Chef Knife
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$90.00
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8” Damascus Chef Knife
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2-Piece Knife Set
$150.00
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3-Piece Knife Set
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2-Piece Knife Set
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3-Piece Knife Set
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9" Damascus Chef Knife
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