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New craft brewery opens in Boulder
Culinary academy students in Colorado should take note: On Monday, July 11, Boulder officially added one more craft brewery to its already burgeoning beer scene.
New restaurant to open in Hotel Boulderado
Since it first opened over a century ago on New Year's Day in 1909, the Hotel Boulderado has seen a chain of restaurants operate inside its walls.
Boulder gets paleo-friendly restaurant
Those looking for a more paleolithic take on dinner might want to try out one of Boulder's newest restaurants, the Blooming Beets Kitchen.
The U.S. could lift the ban on haggis
Allowing haggis back into the country could make the dish one of the next big staples of foodie culture, a new challenge for those in culinary arts programs and established chefs alike.
Supercomputer cooking
This year at South by Southwest (SXSW), an annual festival of music, food and culture held in Texas, IBM brought an unexpected innovation to the table.
Taking a Risk in Catering
By: Leah Eveleigh, Culinary Arts Student & Cutthroat Kitchen Winner I was a banker for over ten years and that changed...
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
From Corporate Burnout to Culinary Fulfillment: The Great Career Pivot
Ready for a culinary career change? Learn how professionals pivot from corporate jobs to food industry success with strategic planning and education.
How Escoffier Alumni Stay Connected: Mentorship, Networking, and Career Support
Discover Escoffier's Alumni Association: career support, mentorship, and networking for culinary professionals.
How Fast Can You Launch Your Culinary Career with Escoffier?
How quickly can you start a culinary career? Explore Escoffier program timelines, externship advantages, and real graduate employment stories.
Careers
Culinary & Pastry Careers
Hospitality Careers
Health & Wellness Careers
Food Entrepreneurship
Success Stories
Chef Salaries in 2025: How Much Money Can Chefs Make?
Discover chef salaries by role, industry, and location & how education and experience can impact your culinary career earnings.
Why Nearly Half of New Restaurants Fail, and How Proper Training Can Change Everything
Why do restaurants fail? Escoffier’s analysis uncovers the common causes and reveals how a culinary school education can help restaurant owners thrive.
Five Escoffier Alumni Share: Why I Chose This School
Five Escoffier alumni share how they overcame doubts about culinary school—from costs to credentials to online learning.
Food Culture
Risotto Made Simple: Tips to Make Creamy Risotto
From rice choice to stirring rhythm, learn the secrets to silky, comforting risotto.
Canada’s Most Diverse Food Cities & Provinces: Ranking Culinary Diversity Across the Country
Which Canadian cities have the most diverse food scenes? Escoffier’s analysis reveals surprising insights from the nation’s 30 largest cities.
Sweet Tooth Nation: Which States Lead in Sugar Consumption?
Discover which U.S. states have the biggest sweet tooth. Escoffier’s analysis reveals surprising regional patterns in sugar consumption across America.
