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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TV shows and social media have glamorized life in the kitchen, turning chefs into pop-culture icons and sparking dreams of fame, food tours, and fortune. But for most culinary professionals,...
When you leave the cinema or theatre, or just when you’ve enjoyed a long day out, there is nothing like sitting down to a late meal with friends or family,...
A land rich in warmth, art, music, architecture, history, and certainly also cuisine: beautiful Italy is known the world over for its extraordinary culinary delights— a country that offers dishes...
There’s something incredibly comforting about pulling a hot, cheesy Turkish pide straight from the oven. This recipe brings together a trio of cheeses—mozzarella, cheddar, and...
This is the perfect chocolate cake to serve as a dessert, for a decadent afternoon tea, or whenever chocolate cravings strike. Despite its impressive flavor, the recipe is deceptively simple...
At Jungsik in New York City, Chef Daeik Kim is helping define what modern Korean fine dining looks—and tastes—like in 2025. As Executive Chef of the acclaimed Tribeca restaurant, now...
There’s nothing better than hummus—except roasted red pepper hummus. The addition of roasted red peppers provides a fantastic depth of flavor to this classic Mediterranean...
One of the most beloved dishes in our family. Juicy, sweet peppers filled with fresh ground meat (beef or pork) and rice, sautéed with carrots, and generously topped with a...
Strawberry tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, bringing fresh, fruity elegance to every bite. Layers of soft, coffee-free ladyfingers soak up a luscious strawberry syrup, while...
This irresistible summer peach tart combines the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh peaches with a crisp, buttery walnut crust. A delicate cream filling surrounds the...
Opening a restaurant is one of the most exciting—and demanding—ventures in the food world. From shaping your concept to serving your first guest, the journey is packed with decisions that...
TV shows and social media have glamorized life in the kitchen, turning chefs into pop-culture icons and sparking dreams of fame, food tours, and fortune. But for most culinary professionals,...
I absolutely love green borscht—it’s my go-to spring dish, though it’s so light and flavorful making it perfect any time of year. But finding sorrel...
This Shrimp Pad Thai recipe comes from Chef Lyn, a talented chef and instructor at the Siam Culinary Academy, a popular Thai cooking school based in Bangkok. Known for her...