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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  • November 01, 2025
How to Restore Damascus Steel Knives to Their Original Shine

Dear Chefs — fall cooking means more roasted squash, more caramelized onions, more searing, more board friction… and that means...

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  • October 31, 2025
Spiced Pumpkin Pecan Bread – The Ultimate Fall Baking Recipe

Dear Chefs, fall baking is a ritual — the scent of cinnamon in the air, pecans roasting low and slow,...

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  • October 31, 2025
Why Paring Knives Are the Secret Weapon for Spooky Snacks and Tiny Treats

Dear Chefs, when it comes to Halloween, the real magic doesn’t just happen in the oven — it happens in...

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  • October 30, 2025
Surprising Ways to Use a Bread Knife Beyond Bread This Halloween

Dear Chefs, let’s be honest — when most people think of a bread knife, they picture crusty loaves and Sunday...

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  • October 29, 2025
Santoku Knives for Meat vs Vegetables – What You Should Know for Fall Cooking

Dear Chefs, when autumn rolls in and the kitchen fills with hearty roasts and caramelized vegetables, the Santoku knife takes...

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  • October 28, 2025
Why Every Serious Cook Should Own a Gyuto Knife This Spooky Season

Dear Chefs, when the nights grow longer and your kitchen flickers with candlelight and roasted garlic, one blade stands above...

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  • October 27, 2025
Pumpkin Risotto with Crispy Sage

Dear Chefs, this one’s for the nights when autumn is in full swing — the air cool, the kitchen warm,...

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  • October 27, 2025
Gyuto vs Chef Knife – Which Is the Best All-Purpose Knife for Holiday Prep

Dear Chefs, as the holidays approach and your kitchen becomes a whirlwind of roasts, root vegetables, and last-minute sides, one...

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  • October 26, 2025
How Paring Knives Help with Precision Cutting in Halloween Treats

Dear Chefs, when the pumpkins are glowing and your countertop is dusted with sugar instead of flour, precision becomes the...

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  • October 25, 2025
Why a Bread Knife Is Essential for Seasonal Baking and Spiced Loaves

Dear Chefs, there’s something magical about autumn mornings — the scent of cinnamon, nutmeg, and warm loaves filling the kitchen...

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  • October 24, 2025
When Should You Use a Santoku Knife Instead of a Chef Knife for Autumn Recipes

Dear Chefs, as the leaves turn gold and your kitchen fills with the scent of roasted squash, it’s time to...

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  • October 23, 2025
What Makes Gyuto Knives Different from Western Chef Knives (Halloween Edition)

Dear Chefs, as the air turns crisp and pumpkins line the countertops, I can’t help but think — Halloween isn’t...