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Wine fraud: The case of the Californian chemist
At some point during your time at a culinary academy, you've probably paired wine with your dishes.
The Event That Changed Everything
In this week’s post with Chef Leah Eveleigh, Escoffier student and Cutthroat Kitchen winner, tells us about her involvement in...
Whole Foods Takes Hit in Pricing Settlement
From students in culinary arts programs to amateur chefs to professional cooks, everyone in the culinary community seems more and more concerned with sourcing fresh, sustainable ingredients.
Mario Batali opened a production company
Famous chef, writer and television personality Mario Batali is bringing new focus to the young culinary movement in the United States.
The Temple Grandin School/S.T.E.P.S Fundraiser Dinner
By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student One of the greatest aspects of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts is their...
Health food trend predictions for 2014
Sterling Rice Group releases a list of the top 10 trends in natural and organic food.
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
Culinary School Pros and Cons: How to Decide If It’s For You
Discover the pros and cons of culinary school to decide if it's right for you. Explore the potential career benefits and downsides in this helpful guide.
A Guide to Culinary School for Vegans and Vegetarians
Explore culinary school options for vegans and vegetarians, including how you can succeed and career opportunities in plant-based cooking.
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!
Careers
Culinary & Pastry Careers
Hospitality Careers
Health & Wellness Careers
Food Entrepreneurship
Success Stories
How to Become a Holistic Nutritionist
Considering a career as a holistic nutritionist? Explore training, certification, and career paths to get you there.
What Is a Sous Chef?
Discover what it takes to become a sous chef, from education to essential skills, and discover the rewarding path to becoming an executive chef.
What Does a Holistic Health Practitioner Do?
Learn more about the role of holistic health practitioners and how you could build a holistic health career as a nutrition and wellness professional.
Food Culture
Plant-Based vs. Vegan: Why Chefs Need to Know the Difference
Uncover the differences between plant-based and vegan diets and learn why chefs need to know these distinctions for better customer satisfaction.
World’s Most Expensive Foods: 10 of the Priciest Ingredients on the Planet
If price were no object, what would you put on your dream menu? Maybe something from this list of 10 of the most expensive foods in the world?
States with the Best Food Scene in 2025: Where to Eat in the USA
Which U.S. states have the best food scenes in 2025? We did the research to find out!
