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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Apple tarte tatin is a traditional pie from France and one of the most popular French desserts. This caramelized apple pie is baked upside down and flipped right after. It is...
Hoisin sauce is a thick, savory, and slightly sweet condiment commonly used in Asian cuisine, particularly in Chinese and Vietnamese cooking. This Asian staple sauce is super easy to prepare...
Although we all know spring to be the time of year when some of our favourite fruit and vegetables such as juicy apricots, crisp green beans, first season berries, sweet...
Ejjeh is a delicious traditional Syrian frittata or omelet made with eggs, herbs, and spices. Variations of this dish can be found across the Middle...
Is it a unique breakfast (or brunch) or a twist on red velvet cake? Whatever you call it, these soft and fluffy red velvet waffles are a delightful treat. Topped...
If you’re thinking of adding a different kind of bread to the holiday table this year, I recommend this beautiful savory babka with pesto filling. It pairs wonderfully with appetizers,...
These lemon blueberry baked oatmeal cups are super easy to make but deliver maximum satisfaction! This recipe makes 6 delicious cups, perfect for impressing guests with your chef skills! Related:...
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,...
This Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake is light, moist, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor. The ricotta adds a creamy richness, making it the perfect dessert for a taste of Italy...
You can’t let summer pass by without making peach cobbler. That would be almost like summer never came! Related: Berry Jam & Mascarpone Crêpe CakeRelated: Easy Summer Fruit Cake with...