Alumni in the News: August 2022
CIA alumni are always cooking up something interesting. Here are just a few examples of CIA alumni in the news for August 2022.
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Yash Kishinchand: Passion for Food Helped Him Overcome
“I chose the CIA because of its reputation...I am learning every single aspect of the pastry world.”—Yash Kishinchand. Read this student's culinary story.
My Internship at McCormick—Bring on the Future!
Having the opportunity to work for McCormick Co., Inc. this summer was something I only dreamed about.
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My Internship at McCormick—Flavor University
The Student (Me!) Becomes the Teacher In the last post, I shared why I chose McCormick for my internship.
Ashley Madaras – Student Bio
"I enjoy the intensity of kitchens...CIA was the perfect combination of a learning environment that held to high standards at all times.
Three Types of Cooking Methods and the Foods That Love Them
Understanding the strategies for matching specific types of meats, seafood, and vegetables with the correct cooking methods.
Black Jack Chicken Breasts
Black jack chicken recipe by The Culinary Institute of America.
CIA Grilling Tips: How to Get Grill Marks on Steak
Learn how to get grill marks on steak from CIA Chef Howie Velie.
Discovering the Tamarind
A Fruit Ripe with Possibilities There is a Buddhist parable about the tamarind tree in which its seeds are said to be symbols of faithfulness and
Chef Jamie Purviance ’93, A Master at the Grill
"He opened a window into a whole side of the industry that not only included wine, but encompassed consulting, writing, & judging," said Jamie Purviance.
Chef Barton Seaver ’01, A Champion for Sustainability
Learn about CIA culinary arts alumni, Barton Seaver. Seaver served as host to the National Geographic web series Cook-Wise.
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