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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The number of female chefs is on the rise worldwide, with several countries reporting a steady increase over the past few years. In the United Kingdom, the number of female...
Cakes are perfect in every way… except for the fact they’re slightly calorie dense. But this blueberry and raspberry mousse cake breaks from the norm. By replacing the cream cheese...
It’s never too late to bake a cake. Or… it’s never too late to bake another cake. Honestly, cakes are my weakness and I always make them with love. My...
Famous for its vibrant hues, firm texture, and distinct taste, red snapper takes center stage in the world of seafood gastronomy. Red snapper pairs wonderfully with a variety of vegetables...
Breakfast is an important meal in Romania, and there’s nothing better than starting the day with a traditional Romanian breakfast. When you visit the country, make sure to try some...
Papoutsakia is stuffed eggplants baked until soft, filled with a tomato-based meat sauce, topped with béchamel sauce and cheese, and baked till they get a beautiful golden color! ‘Melitzanes papoutsakia’...
Caramelized apricot and vanilla is one of the most successful pairings I’ve ever made. Apricots, as we know, go very well with vanilla, but caramelizing them definitely adds a unique flavor....
Caramel, whipped cream, and mascarpone cake, a.k.a. “cake with the most common ingredients found in my house”… except chocolate, of course. And these three ingredients are...
Saint Lucia, the tropical paradise nestled between the Caribbean islands of Martinique to the north and St Vincent to the south, is the only Caribbean island named after a woman....