Student Sustainability Committee: Reducing Waste
The Culinary Institute of America’s Sustainability Committee educates students and faculty about the implementation of the CIA’s environmental awareness
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The Fascinating History of the Chef’s Uniform
The history of the Chef's Uniform, complete with all of the parts, the jacket, side towel, apron, trousers, shoes, and the toque.
Stories from the Lab: Butter vs Crisco for Biscuits
CIA Culinary Science student Majestic Lewis-Bryant is back with her "Stories from the Lab" series, this time to answer butter or crisco for biscuits?
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Whether you’re looking to visit one of our campuses or would prefer the convenience of a virtual event, there’s no better way to learn more about CIA than with one of our admissions events.
18 Top CIA Moments of 2018
A collection of great links and images that capture the eighteen top moments of 2018 at The Culinary Institute of America
Brandon Medley: Always Be a Student
"When I was in 9th grade, a student from the CIA came and did an amazing cooking demo. It sparked my interest in the school." Read Brandon's culinary story.
One-Fifth of Michelin-Star Restaurants in the U.S. are Run by CIA Grads
More than 20% of Michelin Start restaurants in the U.S. have a Culinary Institute of America graduate at the helm or leadership role.
Swati Zunzunwala – Student Bio
I started looking for the best culinary schools in the world. That’s when I came across the CIA.
Stories from the Lab: Cooking Up an Omelet Experiment
CIA student Majestic Lewis-Bryant continues her Stories from the Lab series with techniques for cooking omelets in "Cooking Up an Omelet Experiment"
Happy Holidays! Rock Our Gingerbread House Recipe
Get CIA's own gingerbread house recipe and build your own house (or castle, or hotel).
Chef David Pacifico ’92, My Career of Opportunity
CIA Alumni Bio “For me, the CIA was the best in the world. When I graduated, I was overwhelmingly prepared for my future.
Culinary Connect: Finding Jobs and So Much More
Culinary Connect is a free online service for CIA students with 3,200+ internship and job database of back-of-the-house, pastry, and hospitality positions.
Kole Bailey – Student Bio
“Since every professor and chef is hired after working many years in the industry, with many being leaders of their craft (CMCs and CMBs), I know I am
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