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Escoffier Celebrates 2,700+ Online Culinary Graduates Amid Rising Demand for Skilled Culinary Talent
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, the largest culinary school brand in the...
Culinary Festivals and Events in Austin Every Student Should Attend
From free queso competitions to premium food festivals, discover Austin's year-round celebration of culinary culture and why it matters for aspiring chefs.
Global Opportunities: How a Culinary Education Can Take You Around the World
Discover how culinary education can open doors to international careers—from cruise ships to resort kitchens. Escoffier’s guide to working abroad as a chef.
Where Is the Culinary Industry Growing Fastest? A State-by-State Breakdown
Which U.S. states have the fastest growing culinary industry? Escoffier analyzed national and state-level workforce data to reveal trends and projections.
Culinary Careers for the Health-Conscious: Nutrition and Wellness Roles
Explore six culinary careers blending nutrition and cooking skills, from health coaching to private chefs. Find salary data and next steps.
AI & Cooking: 6 Chef Skills AI May Never Replicate
AI is transforming kitchens, but it can't replace chefs. Discover six human skills that make culinary careers future-proof.
The Power of Saying Yes: Chef Marion Lancial’s Journey Across Three Countries
Chef Marion Lancial changed careers every year until she found pastry. Now she's a head chef in Belfast who baked for royalty. Her secret? Say yes first, figure it out later.
Why Earn a Degree in Food Entrepreneurship?
Want to start a food truck or restaurant? Find out why culinary skills alone aren't enough and how business education can help you achieve success.
What Happens After Culinary School? Career Support at Escoffier
Graduating is just the beginning. See how Escoffier’s externships, career services, and alumni network may help you take the next step.
Start the New Year Right: Why January Is the Perfect Time to Begin Culinary School
Considering a career change to culinary arts? See why January can be ideal for starting culinary school and how you could set yourself up for success.
6 Skills You Can Learn in Culinary School That You Can’t Get on the Job
What can culinary school teach that restaurant kitchens can't? From food science to business skills, explore 6 education-based competencies that can accelerate your culinary career.
From Uncertain Student to Sommelier: How Escoffier Helped Connor Fowler Find His Calling in Wine
Sommelier Connor Fowler worked at three award-winning restaurants before 25. Discover how daily discipline shaped him in his career and culinary school.
How Escoffier Can Support Career Changers: Real Student Stories
Real stories of career changers who found success in culinary arts. Learn how Escoffier's programs can support working adults making the transition.
Culinary Careers for Introverts vs. Extroverts
Discover culinary careers for introverts and extroverts. From R&D chefs to event coordinators, find roles that could match your personality and strengths.
Online vs. On-Campus: Which Culinary Education Path is Right for You?
From buzzing campus kitchens to flexible online lessons, see which culinary school experience matches your lifestyle and learning style.
Three Aprons, One Journey: How Daniela Peregrina Reset Her Life at 53
Three aprons marked Daniela Peregrina's journey from believing in her dream to competing on MasterChef to graduating culinary school—all after age 50.
The Science of Cooking: What Every Chef Should Understand about Chemistry
Think cooking is all art? Think again. Discover the chemistry behind every seared steak, emulsified sauce, and risen loaf that separates good chefs from great ones.
From Corporate Burnout to Culinary Fulfillment: The Great Career Pivot
Ready for a culinary career change? Learn how professionals pivot from corporate jobs to food industry success with strategic planning and education.
How Escoffier Alumni Stay Connected: Mentorship, Networking, and Career Support
Discover Escoffier's Alumni Association: career support, mentorship, and networking for culinary professionals.
Chef Salaries in 2025: How Much Money Can Chefs Make?
Discover chef salaries by role, industry, and location, & how education and experience can impact your culinary career earnings.
How Fast Can You Launch Your Culinary Career with Escoffier?
How quickly can you start a culinary career? Explore Escoffier program timelines, externship advantages, and real graduate employment stories.
Why Nearly Half of New Restaurants Fail, and How Proper Training Can Change Everything
Why do restaurants fail? Escoffier’s analysis uncovers the common causes and reveals how a culinary school education can help restaurant owners thrive.
How to Earn a Culinary Degree from Home
Discover how online culinary school works at Escoffier. Complete coursework, practice at home, get professional chef guidance & real industry externships.
The Value of Externships: How Escoffier Students Can Build Real Industry Connections
Explore how externships at Escoffier help students apply classroom training in real kitchens, build confidence, and connect with industry professionals.
Can You Work While Going to Culinary School? Here’s How It Works at Escoffier
Discover how Escoffier’s flexible online programs can make it possible to work while attending culinary school, plus tips for balancing both successfully.
Risotto Made Simple: Tips to Make Creamy Risotto
From rice choice to stirring rhythm, learn the secrets to silky, comforting risotto.
Five Escoffier Alumni Share: Why I Chose This School
Five Escoffier alumni share how they overcame doubts about culinary school—from costs to credentials to online learning.
How Escoffier Can Teach Food Safety: Integrating Modern Standards in Classical Culinary Training
Learn how Escoffier teaches food safety through hands-on training, key certifications, and practical habits for professional kitchens.
How Escoffier Programs Can Fit Different Career Stages
Whether you’re a recent grad or a professional looking to advance your career, Escoffier’s culinary programs offer flexible options to support your goals
How Escoffier’s Plant-Based Program Compares to Traditional Culinary Tracks
Compare Escoffier’s plant-based and traditional culinary tracks—same core skills, different ingredients, new opportunities in a growing industry.
Canada’s Most Diverse Food Cities & Provinces: Ranking Culinary Diversity Across the Country
Which Canadian cities have the most diverse food scenes? Escoffier’s analysis reveals surprising insights from the nation’s 30 largest cities.
The Myth of Overnight Success: What Celebrity Chef Careers Really Look Like
Explore the real timelines behind famous chefs and why slow growth, skill-building, and persistence matter in culinary careers.
Escoffier Alumni Share Their Favorite Chef Instructor Moments
Discover how Chef Instructors at Escoffier provide meaningful support beyond the classroom. Read inspiring stories of mentorship and guidance.
Matty Edgell: From Great British Bake Off Winner to Culinary Educator
Bake Off winner Matty Edgell brings his coaching mindset to the kitchen, helping teach the next wave of bakers.
What Can You Learn in Escoffier’s Hospitality Degree Program?
Explore what Escoffier’s online hospitality degree covers, from operations to leadership, and how it might help your culinary or hotel career.
From Saving Lives to Feeding Souls: Kevin Fuller’s Culinary Journey
Discover how Escoffier graduate Kevin Fuller went from a 29-year EMS veteran to MasterChef competitor—and why it's never too late to pursue your dreams.
Sweet Tooth Nation: Which States Lead in Sugar Consumption?
Discover which U.S. states have the biggest sweet tooth. Escoffier’s analysis reveals surprising regional patterns in sugar consumption across America.
13 Great Careers in the Food Industry
Explore 13 top careers in food—from chef to health coach—with salaries, skills, and education paths to help you find the right culinary fit.
The Jacques Pépin Legacy: Transforming Culinary Education and Inspiring Home Cooks
How Pépin’s lifelong commitment to technique, simplicity, and teaching shaped culinary education—and still inspires cooks around the world.
2025 Consumer Dining Trends: How Americans Are Spending on Restaurants and Takeout
Our food delivery and dining stats can tell you everything you need to know about the state of the industry and its patrons.
