At ACI the Chefs take the time to explain everything.
I"ve found that small class size is the best way to learn.
-Josh Kraft
Gainesville, Florida
Welcome to the Arizona Culinary Institute!Thank you for your interest in ACI, a school dedicated to small classes and personalized instruction. We believe that students learn most efficiently when they are in a small group and a comfortable environment. We are pleased to provide both of these things at our professionally-equipped facility in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona. We provide many services to our students and this website is designed to give you a taste of all that we have to offer. If you are impressed by what you see here, please consider visiting us in person to get the full ACI experience! |
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Upcoming ACI Events
New Basic Culinary Arts class begins
Monday 07/06/09 Your culinary career starts today! ACI Instructor Chef Christopher Wolf, CCC begins a new Culinary Arts class today. Basic Culinary Arts students are given a thorough introduction into the basic skills, techniques, concepts, and theories involved in professional cooking. Emphasis is given to classical French cooking theory, including The Principles of Escoffier, The Mother Sauces, and a variety of traditional modern preparation techniques. Apply today to ensure your spot in the July class.Open House
Saturday 07/11/09 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Wondering if culinary school is right for you? Ready to make a career change into an exciting field? Do you express your creativity with food? If "yes," take advantage of this great opportunity to learn more about the Arizona Culinary Institute. ACI is hosting an open house on Saturday, July 11, 2009 from 11am-2pm. Please come by with your family to tour our five kitchens, meet Chef Instructors, speak with an Admissions Representative about our curriculum and learn about financial aid...all while enjoying great food and Chef demonstrations! Call ACI today at (480) 603-1066 to RSVP.Wild Game Class with Chef Hamodi Siam
Wednesday 07/15/09 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM *** This special event is available exclusively to ACI students and graduates*** Join Chef Instructor Hamodi Siam for this exciting extra curricular event. He will teach students how to work with and cook a variety of different wild game species. Sampling each kind will be encouragaed. A $20 materials fee is due at sign-up.Evening Service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 07/23/09 6:00 PM ACI's du Jour Restaurant will be open for dinner service this evening. Our advanced students are looking forward to serving their Valley customers a refined dinner menu with seating times starting at 6:00pm. Our four course seasonal menu is developed by Chef Instructors and students. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (480) 603-1066. (Please note: We will not be serving lunch on this day.)
Ready to follow your dream?
Do you love to entertain and cook for friends? Are you an entrepreneur interested in entering the fastest growing industry? Or are you a culinarian who wants to take their career to the next level? All of our students come to us with different motivations but we all have one thing in common: a passion for the culinary arts. Share our excitement and apply today.
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