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GMO initiative will appear on ballot in Colorado
Culinary academy students in Colorado with a vested interest in where their raw materials are sourced from may want to pay attention to the upcoming elections.
Instructions, warning labels to be affixed to edible marijuana products
With the legalization of marijuana in Colorado earlier this year, cooks, amateur chefs and culinary students across the state gained the legal right not only to purchase marijuana but also to use it in the creation of edible THC products.
Is The Farm to Table Movement Here To Stay?
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student A lot of folks will tell you that the farm-to-table movement is just another in...
How To Make Hash Browns
By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student Although many people believe that the potato is native to Ireland, the potato is actually native...
Big Tex Choice Awards finalists announced
The Big Tex Choice Awards, which have run every year since 2005, celebrate the best food offerings being showcased annually at the State Fair of Texas.
Famed barbecue restaurant destroyed in fire
Culinary academy students in Texas with a penchant for barbecue may be saddened to hear of the loss of one of the state's most beloved restaurants.
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
How to Teach Knife Safety to High School Students
Teaching knife safety in high school? Explore practical drills, classic cuts, and simple assessments that can guide students from first cuts to professional kitchens.
What Should Veterans Look for in a Culinary School?
Explore what veterans should look for in culinary schools, from flexible programs and GI Bill support to career resources.
How Parents Can Support a Teen Interested in the Culinary Arts
Wondering how to support your teen's interest in culinary arts? Explore career paths, income potential, and practical ways to help them get started.
Careers
Culinary & Pastry Careers
Hospitality Careers
Health & Wellness Careers
Food Entrepreneurship
Success Stories
What Are the Career Opportunities in Baking and Pastry?
Discover career opportunities in baking and pastry, including pastry chef, baker, chocolatier, product developer, and food media roles, plus how to start your career.
Food Entrepreneurship 101: Succeeding as a Culinary Business Owner
Discover the skills needed to run a successful food business. From menu costing to marketing, learn how to prepare for ownership.
How to Become a Food & Beverage Director
Discover what it can take to become a food and beverage director, from job responsibilities and leadership skills to education, experience, and salary outlook.
Food Culture
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.
7 Cooking Shows That Can Help You Think Like a Professional Chef
Looking for inspiration in the kitchen? From technique to competition, these shows are chef-approved for aspiring culinary students.
