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Delve into the world of vegan cuisine and its culinary artistry! Immerse in the innovative techniques and flavorful creations that define this plant-based culinary journey, exploring delectable dishes that can nourish both body and soul.
Find out how Escoffier graduate Lolita Sereleas was inspired by her Greek heritage to build a plant-based culinary business.
Explore the benefits and potential downsides of soy foods, and understand how soy may fit into a balanced diet.
These seven world-famous chefs make great role models for culinary students and all have one thing in common: They specialize in vegan cuisine!
With all the buzz about plant-based meat, you might have some questions about how it’s made… and whether it’s healthier than the real thing. Let’s explore more.
Vegan cooking can include a lot of creativity and a willingness to experiment with flavors and substitutes.
What is “plant-based” and does it require going 100% vegan or vegetarian? Is this type of diet right for you? Find out in this guide!
Plant-based meat substitutes are increasingly popular. Here’s what you should know about the rapidly growing industry.
The Easter Bunny, spring bonnets, egg hunts, and of course… the food! Easter traditions are alive and well across the...
Whether you’re a vegan chef or are looking to learn how to make more plant-based recipes, start with these ten vegan dishes.
Now more than ever, plant-based food is reaching new heights! Here’s how to introduce more vegan menu options and ways to become a skilled vegan chef.
Increased consumer interest in plant-based foods means more plant-based restaurants. Learn about how plant-based eating is shaping restaurant menus.
Get some guidance from these vegetarian and vegan cookbooks, each chosen by Escoffier Chef Instructors. Recipes for the amateur cook and the professional chef.
If you keep animal products out of your diet, you may be wondering if you’ll fit in at culinary school. Learn more about culinary school for vegans and vegetarians.
You know that a diet high in fruits and veggies is good for you. But should you go all the way? Is plant-based eating healthy? Get the facts.
If you’re interested in advancing your plant-based cooking skills, you may naturally be wondering what you can learn in a plant-based culinary school.
Are you thinking about opening a vegetarian or vegan restaurant? Here are several key things to consider when opening a plant-based restaurant or café.
Should you go to plant-based culinary school… if you want to become a vegan chef? Here’s what’s necessary (and what’s recommended) for this career path.
Cooking for 21st century crowds involves knowing the differences between a plant-based vs. vegan diet. Here are some key distinctions.
Looking for delicious plant-based restaurants in Chicago? Here’s a list of 5 of the best plant-based restaurants in the area and some of their signature dishes.
Looking to sign up for an online plant-based meal delivery service, but don’t know how to choose which one? We’ll walk you through what to look for!
Meet plant-based chef, entrepreneur, and Escoffier graduate Shane Witters Hicks, and get his advice for vegetarian students attending culinary school.
With so many requests for plant-based meal options, we wanted to share a unique recipe designed by Escoffier Chef Instructor,...
Quyen Trinh is a graduate of the Escoffier Diploma in Culinary Arts program at the Boulder Campus and owner of...
Let's send off the decade that was with a look back on some of the big food trends.
Avocados can be salty or sweet, smooth or chunky, fried or frozen, but they can't be beaten.
Salads classically come with some kind of lettuce as the base, but there are many different variations providing similar yet exciting flavors and none of that specific leafy green.
Vegetables are filled with natural sugars, making them excellent options for a dessert menu.
As any meat-lover knows, the perfect burger isn't just about the taste and toppings. Texture plays an important role, too.
One of the most promising developments in the pursuit of a more convincing stand-in for beef has been the use of heme, so cooking professionals should familiarize themselves with the latest advancements in burger science.
Try these approaches to preparing cauliflower and you’ll soon see that there are endless ways to put your produce to work.
A vegetable medley makes a simple but satisfying addition to dinner by bringing a welcome mixture of colors and flavors to the table.
Using more fruits and vegetables on your menu is in line with general customer sentiment, meaning your restaurant appears relevant and responsive.
Cauliflower is far more than a vegetable side dish.
By combining the love of burgers with the health benefits of veganism, chefs have created a range of patty options.
Budding chefs who learn to use meat substitutes and find great flavor combinations of fruits, vegetables and grains will be well on their way to mastering vegetarian cooking.
Here are three breakfast recipes that are vegan alternatives with minimal modifications.
Jackfruit has a longstanding place in Asian cuisine, and over the past few years, it has become an important ingredient in the U.S. as well.
By learning about the creative ways chefs have found for using meat substitutes, you'll unlock new possibilities for your cooking.
Vegan cooking is a way to explore new ideas with vegetables and boost your skills as a chef.
You may be surprised at how many great uses you can find for seitan in your cooking.
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