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How to Start a Food Truck
A detailed overview of how to start a food truck, from the business plan to the truck purchase to marketing. Plus resources for further reading.
Is a Culinary Diploma or Degree Worth It?
Wondering if culinary school is worth the investment? Discover benefits of formal education and how a degree or diploma can help you throughout your career.
What Is Mise en Place and Why Is It So Important to Chefs?
Discover the importance of mise en place, tips for mastering it, and common mistakes to avoid for achieving a smoother, more efficient cooking process.
Sugar Sculpting Explained: The Intricate Craft Behind Edible Art
Explore sugar sculpting with our guide on essential tools, techniques, and tips to create stunning edible art.
7 Vegan Chefs Every Plant-Based Culinary Student Should Know
These seven world-famous chefs make great role models for culinary students and all have one thing in common: They specialize in vegan cuisine!
What Does a Nutrition Coach Do?
Discover what a nutrition coach does, from creating a nutrition strategy to ongoing support, and what a career in nutrition coaching might look like for you.
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.
Take the Culinary Career Survey
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
6 Lessons Culinary Students Can Learn From Watching “The Bear”*
Explore some of the key lessons culinary students can explore from watching The Bear, including the power of upskilling, prioritizing mental health, and more!
Is Culinary School a Waste of Money?
Debating culinary school: Is it a smart investment or a costly mistake? Weigh the pros and cons, costs, and alternatives to make an informed choice.
Is a Culinary Diploma or Degree Worth It?
Wondering if culinary school is worth the investment? Discover benefits of formal education and how a degree or diploma can help you throughout your career.
Careers
Culinary & Pastry Careers
Hospitality Careers
Health & Wellness Careers
Food Entrepreneurship
Success Stories
How to Start a Restaurant: A Step-By-Step Guide
Wondering how to start a restaurant? Find out what you need to know in our step-by-step guide.
Amy Kimoto-Kahn: Why a Published Author, Food Blogger, and Chef Returned to Culinary School
Discover how Amy Kimoto-Kahn, a food blogger, cookbook author, and culinary instructor, continues her journey by enrolling in culinary school to further her passion!
From Goat’s Milk to Tofu: How Escoffier Grad Lolita Sereleas Blends Tradition with Innovation in Plant-Based Cuisine
Find out how Escoffier graduate Lolita Sereleas was inspired by her Greek heritage to build a plant-based culinary business.
Food Culture
10 Books All Chefs Should Read According to Professional Chefs
Discover 10 essential books for chefs, recommended by top culinary professionals, covering food science, flavor mastery, and creativity to elevate your skills!
7 Baking Competition Shows You Should Watch as a Pastry Student
We’ve rounded up the best baking competition shows to watch on TV to elevate your skill set and explore modern baking techniques.
French Cooking: How and Why French Cuisine Came to Rule the World
By providing a backbone of flavors and techniques, French cooking has supported many modern cuisines. However, exactly what is French cooking?
