Education

Uncover essential culinary insights on your educational journey! From exploring fundamental cooking skills to effectively managing your finances as a culinary student, your pathway toward excellence starts here.

Financing Your Education 6 min read

How Much Does It Cost to Become a Nutritionist?

Find out how much it may cost you to pursue a career as a nutritionist. The state where you plan to practice may have a big impact on your costs!

March 5, 2022

What Is An Externship and Are They Paid?

Whether an externship is paid or unpaid depends on the employer and the associated school. At Escoffier, students are welcome to seek paid externships!

February 21, 2022

Can You Go to Culinary School With No Prior Experience?

Going to culinary school with no experience is daunting. Find out what you’ll be expected to know—or not know—before your first day in the kitchen classroom.

February 9, 2022

Can You Take Cooking Classes Online?

Online cooking classes are more than possible. They’re a flexible and accessible way for aspiring cooks to get the education they may need to get ahead.

February 3, 2022
Boulder Student Life 6 min read

7 Best Bakeries in Boulder that Every Pastry Student Should Visit

These seven Boulder bakeries offer specialty treats, unique flavor combinations, late-night delivery services, and more!

January 29, 2022
Value of Culinary Education 13 min read

What Every High School Student Should Know About Culinary School

As high school comes to a close, you may be wondering if a culinary education should be your next step. Here’s what you need to know before you decide.

January 7, 2022

Should I Go To Culinary School? A Guide For Deciding

You can’t answer “Should I go to culinary school” until you’ve answered some other questions first. Use this worksheet to help you think it through.

January 5, 2022

The Advantages of Online Learning: Why Online Education is Here to Stay

Is online education here for the long haul or on its way out? Read up on the current state of virtual learning and how this option might be beneficial.

November 16, 2021

The Pros and Cons of Vocational School: Is It Right For You?

Considering a vocational school? Here’s what you need to know and what to ask yourself as you make this important decision about your future.

October 20, 2021
Austin Student Life 7 min read

Austin Students Discover Sustainability at the Campus Garden

Escoffier’s Austin campus garden lets students get up close and personal with their produce in the middle of the city. Nothing like a home-grown tomato!

October 18, 2021
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