Embrace the age-old tradition of charcuterie and learn the techniques to create a delightful array of fine delicacies—cured meats, pâtés, sausages, and prosciutto—all in just three short sessions.

Engage the culinary arts head-on in this intensive program, adapted from the curriculum used to train The FCI’s career students. Become immersed in the foundations of the chef’s repertoire during 110 intensive hours of study.

Whether you’re a total kitchen neophyte or a confident cook wanting to learn more, our hands-on Essentials of Fine Cooking course will transform your culinary abilities… all in just eight sessions.

Geared toward anyone with a passion for Japanese food and culture, this course will give kitchen beginners and old hands alike a new appreciation for the richness and beauty of Japanese cuisine.

Learn how to execute the essential vegetable cuts, from julienne to chiffonade, with precision and gain the techniques to debone chickens and fillet whole fish.

Learn techniques and recipes to prepare a variety of delicious, authentic Spanish tapas perfect for any occasion.

Bake up a bounty of scrumptious breakfast favorites, including crumb muffins, sweet and savory biscuits, and glazed sticky buns.

In 25 hours, attain the chocolate-making skill to make melt-in-your-mouth delights including truffles, bonbons, chocolate-dipped toffee and more.

Get the techniques and recipes to make deep, dark, and decadent chocolate desserts, plus a few decorating tips to make your creations shine.

Learn how to put the “icing on the cake” by employing fondant and royal icing to add polish and dimension to any cake. In this course, you’ll bake, construct, and decorate your own three-tier cake to spectacular effect.

Acquire the skills to make buttery crusts, luscious tart fillings, and tantalizing embellishments for a variety of tarts.

In this hands-on and in-depth course, amateur bakers who aspire to take their pastry skills to new heights, will acquire the skills and techniques to create a wide range of beautiful, delectable desserts.

Watch your creativity bloom as you progress through this 15-hour course. Learn the techniques to construct beautiful flowers, complete with petals, centers, leaves, and fine touches of color.

In this fun and inspiring class, The FCI’s chef-instructors will teach you the proper mixing, kneading, and baking techniques to make a wide variety of crispy, crusty breads from around the world.

Bake up a bounty of scrumptious breakfast favorites, including crumb muffins, sweet and savory biscuits, and glazed sticky buns.

In just 12 hours, learn how to mix, shape, proof, and bake a variety of delicious French breads at home.

In one intensive week, explore the flavorful world of delicious—and good-for-you—fresh whole grain and flat breads, and enjoy the richly satisfying experience of baking them.

If you've ever dreamed of working in a professional kitchen, but been told to “wait until you're older,” your time has finally arrived. We designed this class specifically for young adults, ages 13 and above, who have a desire to learn the fundamentals of fine cooking.