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CIA California
CIA Greystone in St. Helena, CA is one of the world’s most unique and inspiring places for culinary and wine education.
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Explore the Culinary Institute of America in St. Helena
Nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, here you’ll be surrounded by world-class vineyards, growers, farm-to-table restaurants, and have plenty of opportunity for outdoor fun. In addition, you’re just a short ride from all the San Francisco Bay Area has to offer, from Michelin-starred restaurants to Giants baseball. Best of all, at CIA California, you’ll be part of a close-knit campus that feels like family.
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Are you ready to explore the #onlyatcia experience? Throughout the year we offer campus tours, open houses, and online events so that you can ask questions, learn more about our programs, and chat with admissions counselors. Do you have specific questions about student life at our Texas campus? No problem! We’d be happy to help and tell you more about our on-campus opportunities.
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From dining experiences and hands-on cooking classes to wine tasting, shopping, and fun-filled events, there is always something new to discover at CIA California.
Food and Wine Enthusiasts Courses
Cook, bake, and taste your way through multi-day Boot Camps, single-day classes, and beverage classes in our state-of-the-art facility.
CIA Restaurants
Visit our two locations with a multitude of dining experiences: CIA at Copia in Napa, CA, where CIA alumni are at the helm of the kitchen, and CIA Greystone in St. Helena, CA, where students run the show.
Weddings and Special Events
CIA offers breathtaking views, beautiful gardens, and both impressive classical and modern spaces for your next event.
Spice Islands® Marketplace
Your one-stop shop for all things food and wine, you can browse our books, learn something new about spices and herbs, talk to a chef-in-training…all in one day.
Marketplace at Copia
The Marketplace at Copia offers a selection of rare and beautiful household goods that are expertly curated to beautify your home and kitchen.
CIA Conferences
Learn about professional conferences, invitational retreats, tastings and cultural immersions, award-winning digital media production, and more.