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Top Remote Culinary Jobs: A Brief Guide
Discover remote culinary jobs, from food photography to nutrition coaching, and learn how to turn your passion for food into a flexible career.
Is Being a Chef a Good Career Choice?
Wondering whether it’s a good career move to become a chef? We break down the pros and cons!
2025 Alcohol and Beverage Trends: Key Statistics on What’s Pouring in Bars and Homes
Check out the latest statistics behind alcohol and beverage trends in the U.S.
Which Chefs Have Earned the Most Michelin Stars?
For many chefs, a Michelin Star represents the peak of culinary achievement. Here are the ten chefs with the most Michelin Stars of all-time.
10 Essential Kitchen Tips for Young Chefs
Discover 10 essential tips from Escoffier staff and students to help young chefs and cooks thrive in the fast-paced, high-pressure world of professional kitchens.
7 Side Hustles Great Cooks and Chefs Can Start for Extra Cash
If you’re a cook looking for extra cash, consider one of these culinary side hustles. Options include catering events, selling food products, and blogging.
What Does a Restaurant Manager Do? Roles & Responsibilities
Discover the diverse roles and responsibilities of a restaurant manager, from hiring to cost control, and learn how you can build a successful career in hospitality.
5 Advanced Cooking Techniques for Every Chef
Time to take your cooking skills to the next level? Check out these 5 advanced techniques for every chef!
A Guide to Italian Cuisine: Its History, Flavors, and Influence on American Cooking
Discover more about the history of Italian food and its influences on American cuisine.
How to Become a Holistic Nutritionist
Considering a career as a holistic nutritionist? Explore training, certification, and career paths to get you there.
Plant-Based vs. Vegan: Why Chefs Need to Know the Difference
Uncover the differences between plant-based and vegan diets and learn why chefs need to know these distinctions for better customer satisfaction.
World’s Most Expensive Foods: 10 of the Priciest Ingredients on the Planet
If price were no object, what would you put on your dream menu? Maybe something from this list of 10 of the most expensive foods in the world?
A Guide to Culinary School for Vegans and Vegetarians
Explore culinary school options for vegans and vegetarians, including how you can succeed and career opportunities in plant-based cooking.
What Does a Holistic Health Practitioner Do?
Learn more about the role of holistic health practitioners and how you could build a holistic health career as a nutrition and wellness professional.
States with the Best Food Scene in 2025: Where to Eat in the USA
Which U.S. states have the best food scenes in 2025? We did the research to find out!
The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Home-Based Catering Business
Here are the key steps to follow to start a home-based catering business.
So You Want to Be a Vegan Chef? Here’s How.
Check out this handy guide to how you can become a vegan chef!
7 Baking Competition Shows You Should Watch as a Pastry Student
We’ve rounded up the best baking competition shows to watch on TV to elevate your skill set and explore modern baking techniques.
Amy Kimoto-Kahn: Why a Published Author, Food Blogger, and Chef Returned to Culinary School
Discover how Amy Kimoto-Kahn, a food blogger, cookbook author, and culinary instructor, continues her journey by enrolling in culinary school to further her passion!
Apple Pie Tips to Try This Fall
While you may already have a go-to recipe, here are a few tips that will enhance your apple pies this season.
6 Lessons Culinary Students Can Learn From Watching “The Bear”*
Explore some of the key lessons culinary students can explore from watching The Bear, including the power of upskilling, prioritizing mental health, and more!
7 Cake Decorating Techniques Every Pastry Chef Needs to Know
Discover 7 must-know cake decorating techniques to help elevate your pastry arts skills. Learn tips and tricks to create stunning cakes!
Holiday Dining Statistics 2024: Trends from Thanksgiving to New Year’s
Will you dine out or cook in this holiday season? Explore current holiday dining trends, from home-cooked feasts to restaurant dinners and take out.
2024 Restaurant Industry Demographics: Diversity Among Owners and Employees
Our restaurant and foodservice industry demographics stats can tell you everything you need to know about the state of the industry’s workforce.
How to Make Fudge: 3 Tips for Making Your Best Fudge
Find out how to make delicious, smooth fudge with tips on temperature control, ingredients, avoiding grainy texture, and adjustments for altitude.
From Goat’s Milk to Tofu: How Escoffier Grad Lolita Sereleas Blends Tradition with Innovation in Plant-Based Cuisine
Find out how Escoffier graduate Lolita Sereleas was inspired by her Greek heritage to build a plant-based culinary business.
Is Culinary School a Waste of Money?
Debating culinary school: Is it a smart investment or a costly mistake? Weigh the pros and cons, costs, and alternatives to make an informed choice.
The Ultimate Guide to Hot Peppers
Discover the world of hot peppers, from their fiery capsaicin kick to cooking tips and building tolerance. Learn more and enhance your culinary skills.
2024 Restaurant Technology and Innovation Statistics: Trends Shaping the Dining Experience
Our restaurant industry trends stats can tell you everything you need to know about cutting edge trends in restaurant tech and innovative menu offerings.
The Pros & Cons of Eating Soy
Explore the benefits and potential downsides of soy foods, and understand how soy may fit into a balanced diet.
U.S. Restaurant and Foodservice Industry Statistics and Trends for 2024
Our restaurant and foodservice industry economic stats can tell you everything you need to know about the state of the industry’s economics and workforce.
Top 10 Most-Searched Recipes in the U.S.
Escoffier dives into the data to reveal the most-searched recipes in America, offering insights into regional food trends and search behavior.
How to Start a Food Truck
A detailed overview of how to start a food truck, from the business plan to the truck purchase to marketing. Plus resources for further reading.
Sugar Sculpting Explained: The Intricate Craft Behind Edible Art
Explore sugar sculpting with our guide on essential tools, techniques, and tips to create stunning edible art.
7 Vegan Chefs Every Plant-Based Culinary Student Should Know
These seven world-famous chefs make great role models for culinary students and all have one thing in common: They specialize in vegan cuisine!
What Does a Nutrition Coach Do?
Discover what a nutrition coach does, from creating a nutrition strategy to ongoing support, and what a career in nutrition coaching might look like for you.
Plant-Based Culinary Careers: What You Can Do with an Escoffier Degree or Diploma
Explore plant-based culinary careers, from chef to food entrepreneur. Discover how Escoffier's programs can help turn your passion into a profession.
How to Become a Restaurant Manager
The life of a restaurant manager is different every day. Discover the types of management jobs, the skills you may need to get there, and how to start on this path.
4 Ways All Chefs Should Handle Food Critics
Criticism of your restaurant is inevitable, but you can take steps to avoid negative reviews and get more positive reviews. Find out best practices for handling food critics.
Top U.S. Cities for Restaurant Spending: How Much Are People Spending on Dining Out?
Curious about the latest restaurant spending trends around the country? Explore Escoffier’s exclusive analysis of U.S. city dining habits for unique insights.
