The French Culinary Institute
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Specialized Training

Hone your skills and learn something new. Specialized training courses offer concentrated study in a range of topics geared toward working and aspiring professionals in the culinary industry.

Cake Techniques and Design
Learn MoreCake Techniques and Design

Study the classic cake baking and decorating techniques and also stay up to date with the latest trends in this 300-hour course. Under the guidance of your chef-instructors, you’ll gain the skills to create delicious showstopper cakes that are sure to be the centerpiece of attention.

Essential Techniques for Food Styling
Learn MoreEssential Techniques for Food Styling

When you flip through the pages of a food magazine and find your mouth watering, you have a food stylist to thank. In this 10-hour class, an experienced food stylist will show you the tips and tricks of the trade for making irresistible, camera-ready food.

New Directions in School Meal Planning for Culinary Professionals
Learn MoreNew Directions in School Meal Planning for Culinary Professionals

With greater emphasis being placed on fighting childhood obesity, it’s time to take a closer look at school lunches. This timely course explore the elements of creating a healthy school lunch program that will satisfy students, parents, teachers, and administrators alike.

Sous-Vide Intensive
Learn MoreSous-Vide Intensive

Thanks to its ability to enhance food taste and texture in unique ways, sous-vide has become a popular culinary technique. Learn how you can incorporate sous-vide and other low-temperature cooking methods into your own kitchen repertoire.