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 crisp autumn breeze signals the arrival of two of the most highly anticipated culinary seasons: crab and truffle. These luxurious ingredients, celebrated for their unmatched flavors and rarity, take...
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,...
It’s Sunday morning, and you’re the first one awake. As you sip your coffee, you start dreaming about whipping up a five-star breakfast—just like those...
These golden, syrup-soaked bites are a true indulgence. Lokma, a Mediterranean & Middle Eastern fried dessert, is soaked in honey or sweet syrup and is often enjoyed at street stalls...
This is one of those comforting dishes I’ve ever made and it works all year round. Loved by all and a great crowd pleaser! This rustic casserole is where creamy...
Start your day with this protein-rich yogurt bowl, crafted with creamy yogurt, ground oats, flaxseeds, and a sweet berry blend. Finished with fresh fruits and...
What better way to switch up the flavors of a trifle for a celebration than adding an oriental twist! The saffron elevates the pastry cream, the orange marmalade is an...
Papanași are traditional, deep-fried cheese-filled donuts usually served with jam and sour cream. They are super delicious and they are probably the most popular Romanian dessert. You can find them...
This is a delicious and incredibly flavorful vegan dish. A comforting dahl or stew made with sweet potatoes, red lentils, coconut milk, and spinach, it’s...
This pistachio mascarpone cake is a luscious treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of roasted pistachios with the creamy sweetness of mascarpone cheese. The soft, moist sponge is delicately...
If there’s anything you should be making this winter, it’s your own marshmallows! They are super soft and melt-in-your-mouth delicious! And if you’re making marshmallows, you might as well make...
This eggplant salad, locally known as salata de vinete, is arguably one of the best Romanian dishes and certainly one of the most popular appetizers. If you haven’t tried this...