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Culinary School Blog
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Explore Fall Activities Unique to CIA’s Hudson Valley New York Campus
Discover fun fall activities near CIA’s Hudson Valley campus—from apple picking and local festivals to Sleepy Hollow adventures and seasonal campus events.
Faculty Spotlight: Christie Dufault
Discover how CIA instructor Christie Dufault inspires students through her expertise in wine, hospitality, and global culinary culture.
Get an Up-close look at CIA
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.
The CIA Russell H. Ferber Learning Commons has Resources for Student Success
Explore the CIA’s Russell H. Ferber Learning Commons—offering resources, programs, and spaces designed to help students thrive in and out of the kitchen.
Alumni Spotlight: Sidney Rubenstein ’22
CIA alum Sidney Rubenstein ’22 shares his journey from student to private chef for the NY Jets and Red Bulls and contestant on Netflix’s Next Gen Chef.
A Deep Dive into CIA’s Dining Halls
Discover the key differences between CIA’s two main student dining halls—The Egg and Farquharson Hall—and learn what makes each a unique campus experience.
Adventure Awaits: A CIA Student’s Study Abroad Story
Follow CIA student Onajah Ebanks ’25 as he studies the art of Japanese cuisine abroad—immersing in culture, tradition, and hands-on culinary learning.
Inside Restaurant Management: Roles, Skills, and Salary Info
Get the full details on the job of a restaurant manager, including required skills, responsibilities, and pay in our guide to restaurant management.
A Day in the Life of a CIA Student
Go behind the scenes with CIA student Madeleine White as she shares a day in her life as a second-semester culinary student—classes, kitchen time, and everything in between.
Alumni in the News: September 2025
CIA alumni are always cooking up something interesting. Here are just a few examples of CIA alumni in the news for September 2025.
The CIA Bookstore Has It All!
Shop CIA’s bookstore for school supplies, dorm décor, and textbooks—available in-store and online. Find everything you need for the start of the semester.
Lights, Camera, CIA: Special Student Screening of Netflix’s Next Gen Chef
Read more about first semester Food Business Management student, Paris Hernandez ’29 experience while watching Next Gen Chef in CIA’s Marriott Pavilion.
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Learn more about CIA events, scholarships, career options, and campus life.