Started as an online cookbook where professional Chefs share their favorite recipes, Chef's Pencil has become a valuable resource for professional chef recipes, professional cooking advice, and news from the culinary industry.
Chef's Pencil was started by Sydney-based Chef Paul Hegeman. In addition to recipes, our featured Chefs also share culinary techniques, advice on cooking materials, and lots of tips for home cooks.
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In 2022, Chef’s Pencil reported that the veganism movement had lost momentum, marking the beginning of a steep and steady decline in public interest. Recent Google Trends data confirms this...
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If you’re looking for a Tuscan-inspired chicken recipe packed with healthy Mediterranean ingredients like cherry tomatoes, spinach, and garlic—plus a touch of creamy comfort—you’re in the right place. This easy...
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This vibrant Beetroot Pesto with Pistachios by Chef Giorgos Tsoulis offers a delightful twist on traditional pesto, blending the earthy sweetness of roasted beets with...
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This baked cherry dessert is a rustic French classic known for its simple elegance and irresistible flavor. It’s also very easy to bake. You can use fresh or frozen cherries...
There’s something undeniably comforting about a whole roasted chicken, especially when it’s infused with the bright aroma of lemon, the richness of butter, and the...
This version of Adjarian khachapuri keeps all the things we love about the original — the rich, cheesy filling, the golden egg in the center, and that signature boat-shaped crust...
The perfect balance between sweet and fruity flavors, this raspberry cream layer cake is a true delight. Light sponge layers are paired with a smooth raspberry-infused whipped cream and just...
This focaccia is where Italian comfort meets Middle Eastern flavor. The dough bakes up soft and airy, with a slightly crisp, golden crust. Topped with...
Sweet strawberry dumplings like these are a beloved spring and summertime dish across Eastern Europe. Known as strawberry pierogi in Poland and varenyky in Ukraine, they’re made with tender, unleavened...