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Roy Choi and Daniel Patterson look to reinvent fast food
This dynamic duo has teamed up to reinvent the way Americans view fast food, and they're ready to take the concept nationwide as fast as possible.
Colorado restaurant makes new hire in transition to Kansas City
Native Coloradans and culinary academy students with a penchant for seafood probably already know of Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar.
The Pantheon of French Chefs
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student Considering the school we’re attending, we often hear about Auguste Escoffier and his many contributions to the...
Making a Potato Puree
By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student It is hard to find a dinner menu without a side of mashed potatoes, but...
LYFE Kitchen set to open in Boulder
Culinary academy students in Colorado may soon have a new favorite restaurant.
Five Months Into Culinary School
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student This was another transition month in culinary school where we moved from Chef Kyle and...
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
3 Ways Culinary School Can Help Boost Your Career
Discover how culinary school can help boost your career through mentorship, hands-on industry externships, and the skills to advance or change direction.
Can You Become a Chef Without Going to Culinary School?
The path to becoming a chef doesn’t look the same for everyone. Find out where culinary school fits in and why you don’t want to skip this important step.
Culinary School, College, or Trade School: Which Education Path Is Right for Veterans?
Culinary school, college, trade school, or apprenticeship? Compare education paths for veterans, including GI Bill coverage, timelines, and career outcomes.
Careers
Culinary & Pastry Careers
Hospitality Careers
Health & Wellness Careers
Food Entrepreneurship
Success Stories
What Does a Chef Consultant Do?
Chef consultants help food businesses improve menus, operations, and profitability. Explore what they do, how they find work, and how you can become one.
How to Become a Sommelier
Discover how to become a sommelier, from wine education and hands-on experience to certification levels, career paths, and what the day-to-day role actually looks like.
How to Start a Bakery Business from Home
Start your own home-based bakery business. Get practical guidance on legal requirements, pricing your baked goods, sales channels, and building customers.
Food Culture
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.
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.
How To Improve Your Cooking Skills: 15 Professional Techniques
Level up your cooking with 15 essential techniques used in professional kitchens. Practical advice for cooks ready to refine their skills.
