Education

Uncover essential culinary insights on your educational journey! From exploring fundamental cooking skills to effectively managing your finances as a culinary student, your pathway toward excellence starts here.

Value of Culinary Education 15 min read

What to Know Before Enrolling in Culinary School

Thinking about culinary school? Learn what to expect from programs, costs, timelines, and enrollment at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts.

December 24, 2025
Value of Culinary Education 18 min read

Culinary School for Home Cooks: Making the Leap from Amateur to Professional

Curious about taking your home cooking to the next level? Learn about the key skills, mindset, and training that turn passion into a professional career.

December 17, 2025
Value of Culinary Education 19 min read

Start the New Year Right: Why January Is the Perfect Time to Begin Culinary School

Considering a career change to culinary arts? See why January can be ideal for starting culinary school and how you could set yourself up for success.

December 9, 2025
Value of Culinary Education 16 min read

6 Skills You Can Learn in Culinary School That You Can’t Get on the Job

What can culinary school teach that restaurant kitchens can't? From food science to business skills, explore 6 education-based competencies that can accelerate your culinary career.

December 8, 2025
Value of Culinary Education 14 min read

Online vs. On-Campus: Which Culinary Education Path is Right for You?

From buzzing campus kitchens to flexible online lessons, see which culinary school experience matches your lifestyle and learning style.

December 1, 2025
Value of Culinary Education 16 min read

From Corporate Burnout to Culinary Fulfillment: The Great Career Pivot

Ready for a culinary career change? Learn how professionals pivot from corporate jobs to food industry success with strategic planning and education.

November 24, 2025

How Escoffier Alumni Stay Connected: Mentorship, Networking, and Career Support

Discover Escoffier's Alumni Association: career support, mentorship, and networking for culinary professionals.

November 21, 2025
Value of Culinary Education 16 min read

How Fast Can You Launch Your Culinary Career with Escoffier?

How quickly can you start a culinary career? Explore Escoffier program timelines, externship advantages, and real graduate employment stories.

November 17, 2025
Value of Culinary Education 11 min read

How to Earn a Culinary Degree from Home

Discover how online culinary school works at Escoffier. Complete coursework, practice at home, get professional chef guidance & real industry externships.

November 13, 2025

The Value of Externships: How Escoffier Students Can Build Real Industry Connections

Explore how externships at Escoffier help students apply classroom training in real kitchens, build confidence, and connect with industry professionals.

November 12, 2025
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