Who Was Auguste Escoffier? The Story Behind the King of Chefs

Who was Georges Auguste Escoffier? Why does our school bear his name? Explore the fascinating story of the iconic French chef who revolutionized cooking!

February 15, 2024 Culinary Arts 12 min read
Success Stories 9 min read

Everyone’s Favorite Cookie Guy: Wes Duckworth’s Story from Escoffier to Entrepreneur

Dive into Wes Duckworth's journey, where resilience, innovation, and a profound love for cookies converge.

March 18, 2024
Value of Culinary Education 11 min read

Benefits of Mindfulness for Students in Culinary School

Find out how you can manage stress and thrive in your culinary journey and life with these mindfulness tips for students.

March 15, 2024
World of Food & Drink 12 min read

Top 10 Food Festivals in the U.S. That Aspiring Culinarians Should Visit

Discover the top food festivals in the United States and indulge in a gastronomic adventure like no other—a must-visit for food enthusiasts.

March 14, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

How to Make Plant-Based Caramel Sauce

This recipe for Plant-Based Caramel Sauce comes to us from Escoffier Certified Master Pastry Chef, Frank Vollkommer.

March 7, 2024
Culinary Arts 9 min read

Knife Skills: 10 Knife Cuts Every Professional Cook Should Know

Knife skills can make or break your career in the kitchen, so check out these ten knife cuts all serious cooks need to know!

March 7, 2024
Austin Student Life 11 min read

10 Restaurants in Austin Every Culinary Arts Student Should Check Out

Discover the top ten restaurants in Austin, Texas that every culinary arts student should check out. From innovative fusion dishes to traditional Tex-Mex.

March 5, 2024
What's Your Ideal Culinary Career? Take Our Survey!
What's Your Ideal Culinary Career? Take Our Survey!
We’ve compiled a checklist of all of the essential questions into one handy tool: career options, culinary interest surveys, educational opportunities, and more.
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FAFSA® for Culinary School: A Step-By-Step Guide

Use this FAFSA® application guide to help you get started and speed up the process of securing financial aid for culinary school.

Financing Your Education 11 min read

Escoffier 101: Everything You Need to Know About Culinary School

All the answers you need about culinary school at Escoffier. What you could study, how to finance it, and what sets us apart from other culinary programs.

Value of Culinary Education 24 min read

The Essential Guide to Culinary School Scholarships

Tons of resources for culinary school scholarships to fund your education and make your dreams a reality. Options for people from all backgrounds.

Financing Your Education 16 min read

Yes, Online Culinary School Works. Here’s How.

With online culinary school from Escoffier, you can get professional-level training from your own kitchen while juggling family, work, and more.

Value of Culinary Education 12 min read
How to Start a Food Truck: A Step-By-Step Guide
How to Start a Food Truck: A Step-By-Step Guide
Launching a food truck business can be a rewarding and flexible career option! In our guide, explore what you might need to start: from licenses and permits to marketing strategies.
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Education

Value of Culinary Education 11 min read

Benefits of Mindfulness for Students in Culinary School

Find out how you can manage stress and thrive in your culinary journey and life with these mindfulness tips for students.

March 15, 2024
Austin Student Life 11 min read

10 Restaurants in Austin Every Culinary Arts Student Should Check Out

Discover the top ten restaurants in Austin, Texas that every culinary arts student should check out. From innovative fusion dishes to traditional Tex-Mex.

March 5, 2024

How Restaurant Owners Can Create a Positive Team Culture

Discover how you can increase your reputation and employee experience by developing a positive team culture.

February 21, 2024
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Success Stories 9 min read

Everyone’s Favorite Cookie Guy: Wes Duckworth’s Story from Escoffier to Entrepreneur

Dive into Wes Duckworth's journey, where resilience, innovation, and a profound love for cookies converge.

March 18, 2024
Culinary & Pastry Careers 15 min read

Are the Culinary Arts a Good Career Choice For You?

Discover whether your love of food could lead you to a career in the culinary arts, with inside advice from current chefs and former students.

February 23, 2024
Success Stories 10 min read

Beyond Borders: A Tenacious Culinary Graduate’s Inspiring Journey from Ecuador to Austin

Discover Escoffier graduate Estefania Colamarco’s journey from Ecuador to the U.S. as she followed her culinary dreams.

January 24, 2024

Food Culture

World of Food & Drink 12 min read

Top 10 Food Festivals in the U.S. That Aspiring Culinarians Should Visit

Discover the top food festivals in the United States and indulge in a gastronomic adventure like no other—a must-visit for food enthusiasts.

March 14, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

How to Make Plant-Based Caramel Sauce

This recipe for Plant-Based Caramel Sauce comes to us from Escoffier Certified Master Pastry Chef, Frank Vollkommer.

March 7, 2024
Culinary Arts 9 min read

Knife Skills: 10 Knife Cuts Every Professional Cook Should Know

Knife skills can make or break your career in the kitchen, so check out these ten knife cuts all serious cooks need to know!

March 7, 2024
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