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 **Alt text:** Pro Chefly Damascus chef knife on a wooden board with strawberries and raspberries on a marble surface.
  • November 21, 2025
Why Damascus Steel Handles Perform Better Under Pressure

Dear Chefs, we spend so much time obsessing over the blade that the handle often gets overlooked, yet the handle...

Image of Golden baked stuffing in a white casserole dish topped with fresh sage, surrounded by classic holiday sides on a striped kitchen towel.
  • November 20, 2025
Savory Pumpkin and Sage Stuffing – A Fall Dinner Essential

Dear Chefs, there is something magical about fall stuffing, especially when pumpkin and sage join the party. The aroma alone...

Image of Pro Chefly Japanese knife on a white cutting board beside sliced pineapple pieces, showcasing the sleek blade and wood handle.
  • November 20, 2025
How to Maintain a Deba Knife for Long-Lasting Sharpness

Dear Chefs, the Deba knife is a quiet powerhouse, the kind of blade that rewards care, intention, and a little...

Image of Pro Chefly Japanese knife slicing radishes over a bowl of cucumbers on a wooden board, showing precise cuts and fresh ingredients.
  • November 19, 2025
How to Use a Kiritsuke Knife Without Damaging the Edge

Dear Chefs, the Kiritsuke is one of those knives that instantly tells everyone in the room that you mean business....

Image of Pro Chefly Damascus vegetable knife on white marble beside sliced papaya and apples with fresh juice drips, highlighting the hammered blade and wood handle.
  • November 18, 2025
When to Use a Nakiri Knife Instead of a Chef Knife

Dear Chefs, if there is one question I hear constantly around the chopping block, it is this one: “When should...

Image of Pro Chefly Japanese knife being sharpened on a whetstone, captured close up to show angle, grip, and precise sharpening technique.
  • November 17, 2025
How to Sharpen a Chef Knife the Right Way at Home

Dear Chefs… can I let you in on something that separates real cooks from casual dabblers? It’s not the knife....

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  • November 16, 2025
How Damascus Patterns Impact Knife Performance and Strength

Dear Chefs… here’s something most cooks never slow down long enough to understand: the pattern on Damascus steel isn’t just...

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  • November 15, 2025
Apple Walnut Crumble – The Sweet Comfort of November Baking

Dear Chefs, November has a rhythm of its own — a slower pace, a softer light, and a craving for...

Image of Pro Chefly stainless steel chef knife with a polished blade and wooden handle resting beside sliced garlic, coconut halves, and chunks of yellow squash on a marble countertop.
  • November 15, 2025
Why the Deba Knife Is the Secret to Perfect Sashimi Cuts

Dear Chefs, let’s go straight to the heart of the craft. Sashimi isn’t just “thin cuts of fish.” Sashimi is...

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  • November 14, 2025
Why Kiritsuke Knives Are Ideal for Slicing Proteins Cleanly

Dear Chefs, you know this moment. The protein is cooked perfectly, rested respectfully, and now the final act begins. The...

Image of pro chefly freshly julienned vegetables in a bowl including peppers zucchini carrots and celery prepped with a japanese knife
  • November 13, 2025
How to Achieve Perfect Vegetable Julienne with a Nakiri Knife

Dear Chefs, can you believe how many cooks think “julienne” is just a fancy parallel cut? The truth is —...

Image of pro chefly japanese knife slicing fresh eggplant rounds on a wooden cutting board for meal prep
  • November 12, 2025
How to Hold a Chef Knife Correctly for Maximum Precision

Dear Chefs, we believe the way we place our fingers on a blade is the way we decide the entire...