Getting Started
Becoming a chef takes more than raw talent. It takes training. Learn more about culinary degrees, what you can learn in cooking school, and how to choose the school that's best for you.
Culinary College vs. Cooking School
A culinary college goes beyond mere culinary training to offer activities and classes that can provide a foundation for future chef leaders. Read more »
Culinary Scholarship Guide
Culinary school can be expensive. Find information and resources to help you get the money you need for your culinary school education. Read more »
FAQs About Culinary Schools
How can you be sure you're picking a good school? Is financial aid available? Read more »
Is Culinary School Worth It? It Depends on You.
Do you like to cook? Great. But simply liking to cook and being passionate enough about cuisine to actually work in the restaurant industry are two very different things. Read more »
Online Culinary Schools
Is it really possible to learn how to cook online? No, not really. But if you have a background in culinary arts, you can pursue degree completion online. Read more »
The Science of Culinary Arts
In 1988, Alsatian chemist Hervé This and Hungarian scientist Nicolas Kurti coined the term molecular gastronomy to examine the science behind what we're eating. Read more »
Top 10 Qualities of Excellent Culinarians
It takes more than mean skills in the kitchen to be a great chef. Read more »