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!

November 13, 2024
Baking & Pastry Arts 11 min read

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!

November 12, 2024
World of Food & Drink 14 min read

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.

November 8, 2024
World of Food & Drink 10 min read

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.

November 5, 2024
Baking & Pastry Arts 11 min read

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.

November 4, 2024
Success Stories 10 min read

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.

November 1, 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: The Essential 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 25 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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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!

November 13, 2024
Value of Culinary Education 15 min read

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.

October 31, 2024
Value of Culinary Education 15 min read

Is a Culinary Diploma or Degree Worth It?

Wondering if culinary school is worth the investment? Discover benefits of formal education and how a degree or diploma can help you throughout your career.

October 21, 2024
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Food Entrepreneurship 14 min read

How to Start a Restaurant: A Step-By-Step Guide

Wondering how to start a restaurant? Find out what you need to know in our step-by-step guide.

November 27, 2024
Success Stories 13 min read

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!

November 22, 2024
Success Stories 10 min read

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.

November 1, 2024

Food Culture

World of Food & Drink 11 min read

10 Books All Chefs Should Read According to Professional Chefs

Discover 10 essential books for chefs, recommended by top culinary professionals, covering food science, flavor mastery, and creativity to elevate your skills!

November 26, 2024
Baking & Pastry Arts 8 min read

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.

November 25, 2024
World of Food & Drink 11 min read

French Cooking: How and Why French Cuisine Came to Rule the World

By providing a backbone of flavors and techniques, French cooking has supported many modern cuisines. However, exactly what is French cooking?

November 19, 2024
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