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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.
Chef Instructor Miguel Olmedo’s Advice for Future Chefs: Say ‘Yes’ to Every Station
From brunch shifts to barbecue acclaim, how Chef Miguel Olmedo built a culinary career full of flavor, grit, and inspiration.
Military to Culinary: Why Veterans Can Excel in Professional Kitchens
Veterans can bring discipline, grit, and teamwork to the kitchen. See how culinary school can be a powerful next step after military service.
Top American Cities Where Cooking at Home Is On The Rise
Which U.S. cities are leading the home cooking revolution? Escoffier’s analysis reveals surprising trends in grocery spending across America.
Fast-Casual Restaurants: Do They Need Culinary School Graduates?
Explore how culinary grads fit into the fast-casual industry, and why skills like leadership and creativity can often give them an edge.
Food Network Can Make It Look Easy: The Truth About Food Media Careers
Thinking about a food media career? Explore what it really takes—from skills and storytelling to hustle, resilience, and growing your voice.
How You Can Get Your First Job in a Professional Kitchen
Learn how to land your first professional kitchen job with entry-level salary data, essential skills, interview tips, and career advancement strategies.
Canadian Dining Trends 2025: How Canadians Are Eating, Spending, and Ordering Food
Explore trends showing how Canadians eat, spend, tip, and order food with insights for journalists and culinary professionals.
The Modern Sommelier: How Wine Experts Are Breaking Barriers and Making Wine More Approachable
Wine culture is getting a glow-up. See how a new wave of sommeliers is ditching the rules and making wine more about joy, flavor, and community.
The Geography of Chef Pay: How Location Shapes Culinary Salaries
See how chef pay varies by state, city, and cost of living. Learn where salaries stretch furthest, and how to negotiate your next culinary job offer.
The Realities of Farm-to-Table: What It Takes to Truly Support Local Farmers
Discover the real story behind farm-to-table dining—why it’s challenging, why it matters, and how chefs and farmers work together to make it possible.
Why Social Media Skills Are Essential for Culinary Career Success
Discover why social media skills are essential for chefs and managers to build brands, attract diners, and grow culinary careers.
From Drafting to Dining: How Marc Mole Reinvented His Life Through Culinary Arts
Think it’s too late to start over? Follow Marc Mole’s journey from architect to chef, and how culinary school helped him shape a second career with purpose.
How You Could Get Hired at Top Restaurants: What Executive Chefs Want
Discover what top chefs look for when hiring, plus skills, traits, and tips to land your next kitchen job.
7 Essential Restaurant Management Apps & Software (and How to Use Them)
Discover 7 essential restaurant apps featuring AI, real-time data, and integrations to streamline scheduling, inventory, and more.
The One Skill Every High-Earning Chef Has (It’s Not What You Think)
Discover the skill that high-earning chefs can use to lead kitchens, boost income, and enhance their culinary careers.
Cooking with Honey: Tips to Boost Flavor, Balance Sweetness, and Elevate Your Recipes
Explore how honey enhances flavor, texture, and nutrition in cooking and baking—plus tips, techniques, and insights for aspiring culinary pros.
Where to Learn Culinary Arts Without Leaving Alberta
No campus? No problem. Albertans can study with real chefs and gain hands-on experience through Escoffier’s online programs.
The “Ratatouille Moment”: Chef Rodney Smith Serves Memory and Home on Every Plate
Discover how Chef Rodney Smith turned Southern roots and culinary school training into powerful pop-up dining experiences in Atlanta.
Five Expert Insights on Landing Your Next Restaurant Job
Looking for a new job in the restaurant and hospitality industry? We offer expert insights that could help you land your next job!
Uber Eats, DoorDash, Grubhub? How You Can Choose the Best Delivery Partner for Your Restaurant
Thinking of offering delivery? Explore the pros and cons of third-party delivery services and which one(s) may be right for your business.
Why Online Culinary School Works for Canadian Students (Even in Remote Areas)
Dreaming of culinary school? Here’s how Canadians can train from their own kitchens, with real chefs, and no big-city move required.
American Regional Cuisine: The Best Dishes from Around the Country
Explore the unique flavors of American regional cuisine, shaped by geography, culture, and tradition across the U.S.
Top 10 Countries with the Most Michelin Stars
Explore the top countries with the most Michelin stars in 2025 and what makes each one a global standout.
Hospitality Statistics: Industry Trends and Data for 2025
Human connection and tech often clash, but 2025 hospitality trends show technology enabling more personalized, human-centered experiences.
Why Older Students Should Consider Culinary School
Think you’re too established for a new career? Research says otherwise. See why culinary school can work at any age.
Vanilla 101: How to Choose the Right Type for Baking
Think you know vanilla? Think again. Discover how the smallest ingredient makes the biggest difference in your bakes.
The Future of Culinary Education Is Here: This Is What It Looks Like
As the world changes, so does culinary school. Here’s what the future of culinary education might have in store.
8 Ways Chefs and Home Cooks Can Reduce Food Waste
Learn how chefs and home cooks can reduce food waste with 8 practical tips for saving money, meals, and the planet.
Super Smoothies For Summer
Here are some recipes that incorporate fresh produce into your smoothies.
Is Culinary School Necessary to Be a Chef?
Is culinary school worth it? Discover the benefits, career outlook, and how formal training can help launch your culinary or pastry career.
Cooking Up Success: How Chris Puga Turned His Baking Passion into a Thriving Career
From childhood dreams to Food & Beverage Director, Chris Puga proves that passion and perseverance can lead to extraordinary culinary success.
Food Deserts: An Analysis of their Prevalence in the U.S.
America has its share of food deserts – but just how much does that concept really tell us? We analyzed data on health, access, and more.
What Do Pastry Chefs Do? A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Role, Responsibilities, and Realities
Find out what it takes to work in a bakery or pastry department. What is it really like to be a pastry chef, and how can you get started?
A Guide to Cooking with Vinegar: Types, Uses & Flavor Profiles
Learn how to cook with vinegar, explore different types, and discover flavor profiles, culinary uses, and pro tips for using vinegar in recipes.
