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Culinary Arts 3 min read

The 4 Most Down-Home Steakhouses In Austin

Hankering for some beef in the Texas capital? Here are a few places worth a visit. 

October 16, 2015
Culinary Arts 2 min read

These Fruits & Vegetables Can Help You Lose Weight

It should come as no surprise that fruits & vegetables are healthier to eat than say, onions rings and Twinkies. But...

October 16, 2015
Culinary Arts 4 min read

What A Catch: The 4 Best Seafood Joints In Austin

Here are the places that'll reel in true fans of fresh fish, crab and shrimp. 

October 14, 2015
World of Food & Drink 3 min read

Colorado-Based Oskar Blues To Open Brewery In Austin

To the excitement of Texas culinary arts students, in April 2016, brewing company Oskar Blues will be opening a brewery in Austin, its third in the U.S.

October 13, 2015
World of Food & Drink 2 min read

Colorado’s 2015 Pumpkin Beers

Whether you've had a long day at work, university, or Boulder culinary arts school, there's nothing better than curling up with a nice beer on a crisp October evening.

October 13, 2015
World of Food & Drink 3 min read

The 411 On Food And Beverage Startups In Austin

If you're enrolled in or are thinking of enrolling in an Austin culinary arts program, it's a given that food is a pretty big passion of yours.

October 12, 2015
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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Editor’s Choice

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 26 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 17 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.
Get Our How to Start a Food Truck Guide

By clicking the “Get the Survey Now” button, I am providing my signature in accordance with the E-Sign Act, and express written consent and agreement to be contacted by, and to receive calls and texts using automated technology and/or prerecorded calls, and emails from, Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts at the number and email address I provided above, regarding furthering my education and enrolling. I acknowledge that I am not required to agree to receive such calls and texts using automated technology and/or prerecorded calls as a condition of enrolling at Escoffier. I further acknowledge that I can opt-out of receiving such calls and texts by calling 888-773-8595, by submitting a request via Escoffier’s website, or by emailing [email protected].

Education

From the Online Classroom to the Professional Kitchen: What Makes an Effective Online Culinary Program

Discover what makes an effective online culinary program, from flexible coursework and hands-on practice to chef feedback and real-world externships.

September 3, 2026
Value of Culinary Education 13 min read

Culinary Field Trip Ideas for High School Educators — In-Person & Virtual Options

Culinary field trip ideas for high school educators: in-person destinations, virtual options, and tips for making every experience count in the classroom.

August 28, 2026
Value of Culinary Education 16 min read

Am I Too Young To Be a Chef?

Wondering if you're too young to pursue a culinary career? Here's what real young chefs did before adulthood—and steps you can take right now.

August 7, 2026
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Careers

Culinary & Pastry Careers 14 min read

How to Build a Pastry Chef Portfolio: What Employers Actually Look for

Learn how you can build a pastry chef portfolio that shows employers your range, consistency, and skill, plus common mistakes to avoid.

September 17, 2026
Culinary & Pastry Careers 23 min read

15 Great Careers in the Food Industry

From pitmaster to pastry chef, discover 15 culinary careers with real salary data, day-in-the-life breakdowns, and how you can get started.

September 11, 2026
Culinary & Pastry Careers 12 min read

How to Prepare for Culinary School While Still in High School

Thinking about culinary school after high school? Discover practical ways to build your skills, gain experience, and prepare for what comes next.

September 10, 2026

Food Culture

World of Food & Drink 11 min read

States with the Biggest Organic Food Footprint

See which U.S. states have the biggest organic food footprint based on organic farmland, land use, and production value.

September 18, 2026
Culinary Arts 12 min read

A Brief History Of The Chef’s Uniform

The chef's uniform has a history spanning two centuries. Here's what each piece means, where it came from, and why it still matters.

July 2, 2026
Baking & Pastry Arts 18 min read

Pastry Chef vs. Baker: What’s the Difference?

Wondering if you should be a baker or pastry chef? Compare roles, salaries, schedules, and skills to find the right baking career path.

June 25, 2026
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