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 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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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...

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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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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Image of Pro Chefly Kiritsuke knife displayed on a cutting board with fresh blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and mint leaves.
  • July 17, 2026
Why Kiritsuke Knives Favor Precise Tip Control

Dear Chefs, few knives carry the mystique of the kiritsuke, the elegant, angled blade long associated with the head chef...

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Image of Traditional Greek briam baked with zucchini, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, and herbs, served with feta cheese and olives.
  • July 16, 2026
Authentic Greek Briam Recipe Made with Seasonal July Produce

Dear Chefs, when July hands us baskets of glossy zucchini, sun-warmed tomatoes, and eggplant so purple it looks painted, we...

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Image of Pro Chefly chef sautéing vegetables while searing ingredients in a professional kitchen on a stovetop.
  • July 15, 2026
How AUS-10 vs VG-10 Affects Edge Maintenance

Dear Chefs, if you have ever wondered why one Japanese blade feels effortless to touch up while another seems to...

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Image of Pro Chefly 8-inch Damascus chef knife with pakkawood wa handle, on a walnut board with burrata, mango and strawberries
Saffron 61, Damascus Chef
$69.00
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Ochre 61, Damascus Chef
$71.00
Image of Pro Chefly 8-inch Damascus chef knife with red resin handle, on a walnut board with sliced tomatoes, basil and garlic
Garnet 60, Damascus Chef
$75.00
Image of Pro Chefly 8-inch Damascus chef knife with black triple-riveted handle, on a board with figs, honeycomb and goat cheese
Noir 60, Damascus Chef
$72.00
Image of Pro Chefly 8-inch Damascus chef knife with blue and burl wood resin handle, standing on a walnut board with green apple, kiwi and lime
Lapis 59, Damascus Chef
$83.00
Image of Pro Chefly 8-inch Damascus chef knife with green resin handle, on a walnut board with fresh mango, passion fruit and mint
Juniper 60, Damascus Chef
$79.00
Image of Pro Chefly 2-piece Damascus knife set with olivewood wa handles, overhead with rainbow chard, red pepper and lemon
Ochre 61, 2-Piece Set
$135.00
Image of Pro Chefly 3-piece Damascus knife set with black-and-amber pakkawood wa handles, overhead with lemon slices, garlic and thyme
Saffron 61, 3-Piece Set
$172.00
Image of Pro Chefly 2-piece Damascus knife set with black triple-riveted G10 handles, overhead with lemon and fresh strawberries
Noir 60, 2-Piece Set
$108.00
Image of Pro Chefly 3-piece Damascus knife set with black riveted handles, overhead on an end-grain board with watermelon, cucumber and lime
Noir 60, 3-Piece Set
$142.00
Image of Pro Chefly 9-inch Damascus gyuto chef knife with olivewood wa handle, overhead with radicchio, red onion and parsley
Ochre 60, Damascus Chef
$72.00