Zachary Bryant – Student Bio
Learn about Zachary Bryant, baking and pastry arts student at The Culinary Institute of America. Read his culinary story.
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Empanadas de Pino Recipe
Makes 40 small empanadas Ingredients: Pino (Beef Filling) 5 yellow onions, diced 4 tablespoons lard 2 ¼ pounds chuck roast, finely hand diced 1
Top Alumni Stories—March 2016
28 CIA grads were nominated for James Beard awards! Nominations were in a variety of categories, from best chef to food journalism.
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Tour Campus or Attend an Online Event
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.
Chocolate Stout Oatmeal Cookies
Learn how to make oatmeal cookies using a stout beer.
Alexis Brown – Student Bio
"I chose The Culinary Institute of America for many reasons. The amazing reputation...high-tech facilities...worldly staff & educators."—Alexis Brown.
Olushola Wadley – Student Bio
Read about Olushola Wadley, CIA applied food studies student.
On-Campus Housing at CIA in New York
Watch our campus housing video and learn about living at the CIA's Hyde Park campus, including a tour, community culture, campus safety, and more.
Glenecia Gowans – Student Bio
"(CIA) is the best in the US & I knew once I got here I would find people who would change my life for the better."—Glenecia Gowans.
Hernan Angarita – Student Bio
"The CIA will create the essential building blocks that you will need to succeed in this industry," says Hernan Angarita, CIA culinary science student.
ESPN Feature: Basketball & Beignets
The CIA athletics program has made the big-time! ESPN is featuring the CIA on a segment airing nationally.
Culinary Scholarships at the CIA
As a not-for-profit college we work with various donors and supporters to ensure that our students have access to a wide range of culinary scholarships.
Kevin Markey – Student Bio
"Opportunities here at the CIA are endless. Networking with the chefs & alumni has brought me as far as Milan, Italy for the World Fair," says Kevin Markey.
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