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Austin Organizations Bolstered By Grants From Local Institution
All of the recipients are dedicated to building community in the area through the encouragement of sustainable, effective and affordable agricultural and culinary practices.
2015 Could Be The Year Of The Grilled Cheese In Dallas
Take a look at what we know already about these two establishments, and be sure to get out and try them both after the new year rings in. After all, who doesn't love a great sandwich?
How To Poach An Egg
By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student Any culinary or pastry arts student will tell you that poaching an egg seems simple,...
6 Culinary New Year’s Resolutions
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student This is the time of year when every blogger and their brother comes out with...
Dai Due succeeding in Texas
Whether or not that population demographic played into the decision to open Dai Due in the Lone Star State earlier this year, the restaurant has experienced a considerable amount of success since first opening its doors and firing up its burners.
Announcing $7,500 Scholarship & Short Film Competition
Announcing 2015 Short Film Competition & Scholarship Enter to win up to $7,500 Enter The Next Escoffier Student short film...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Education
Is Culinary School Hard?
Is culinary school hard? Find out what you can expect, how Escoffier supports students, and tips to succeed in a fast-paced culinary program.
Culinary School Pros and Cons: How to Decide If It’s For You
Discover the pros and cons of culinary school to decide whether it's right for you. Explore the potential career benefits and downsides in this helpful guide.
Why Earn an Associate Degree in Culinary Arts?
Explore what you can learn in a culinary arts associate degree, from classic technique to career-building business skills.
Careers
Culinary & Pastry Careers
Hospitality Careers
Health & Wellness Careers
Food Entrepreneurship
Success Stories
How You Can Become a Baker
Explore the roadmap to a professional baking career. Learn about culinary school, key baking terminology, and how you can land your first job in a bakery.
Executive Chef vs Head Chef: What Is the Difference?
Executive chef vs. head chef: What's the difference? Compare responsibilities, kitchen roles, and career paths to find which culinary path may fit you.
How To Shadow a Chef While in High School
Thinking about becoming a chef? Discover how to shadow a chef while in high school, including outreach tips, kitchen etiquette, and how to make a strong impression.
Food Culture
What Education Do You Need to Be a Pastry Chef?
Considering a career in pastry? Explore how pastry education works, what skills you’ll build, and how different learning paths can support your long-term goals.
The Rise of Sober Dining: How Restaurants Are Rethinking the Role of Alcohol
Explore how non-alcoholic beverage programs are reshaping restaurants, creating career opportunities, and redefining hospitality for the sober curious.
How to Make Fresh Herbs Last Longer: Basil, Cilantro, Parsley, and More
From basil to rosemary, learn how to store fresh herbs to keep them bright, fragrant, and full of flavor.
