2008 Calendar
January
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Wednesday 01/09/08 9:00 AM
One of Arizona Culinary Institute’s talented chefs will be appearing on Sonoran Living Live today. ACI Chefs enjoy sharing culinary techniques and classic recipes with ABC15’s dedicated and diverse audience. Tune in at 9:00am and get a “taste” of the great instruction provided by ACI’s finest faculty!
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Wednesday 01/16/08 9:00 AM
Chef Christopher Wolf will be helping viewers count down to the Superbowl with a delicious side dish this week. Coleslaw is a great tailgating side because it pairs well with grilled items and sandwiches and can be made to suit any taste. Chef Wolf shows us an original recipe and a Southwestern variation. Enjoy!
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Wednesday 01/23/08 9:00 AM
One of Arizona Culinary Institute’s talented chefs will be appearing on Sonoran Living Live today. ACI Chefs enjoy sharing culinary techniques and classic recipes with ABC15’s dedicated and diverse audience. Tune in at 9:00am and get a “taste” of the great instruction provided by ACI’s finest faculty!
Evening service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 01/24/08 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 being 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)
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Wednesday 01/30/08 9:00 AM
One of Arizona Culinary Institute’s talented chefs will be appearing on Sonoran Living Live today. ACI Chefs enjoy sharing culinary techniques and classic recipes with ABC15’s dedicated and diverse audience. Tune in at 9:00am and get a “taste” of the great instruction provided by ACI’s finest faculty!
Sushi Class with Chef Jason Warden
Wednesday 01/30/08 2:30 PM -
4:30 PM ***This exciting event is available exclusively to ACI students*** Basic Baking instructor, Chef Jason Warden, will be holding a Sushi class from 2:30pm-4:30pm on January 30, 2008. Interested students are encouraged to sign-up in the Administrative office as soon as possible; availability is limited to 20 students. A small fee for supplies will be collected upon registration. Take advantage of this great extra-curricular activity!
February
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Wednesday 02/06/08 9:00 AM
Chef Hagans is going to teach viewers how to make a romantic and classic dessert for Valentine's day- Chocolate dipped strawberries! Dipped strawberries are very easy to make, requiring few ingredients and even less time. This dessert can be made in advance of the occasion and are the perfect treat to come home to after an evening out celebrating.
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Wednesday 02/13/08 9:00 AM
Arizona Culinary Institute's Chef Instructor Crystal Hagans will be showing viewers how to make pesto sauce today. Chef Hagans will use her pesto in an appetizer called "Pesto Caprese," although there are many different and varied uses for pesto. If you miss our appearance on Sonoran Living Live please visit the link provided above for our recipe and to watch a repeat of the segment.
Evening service at du Jour Restaurant
Wednesday 02/13/08 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 being 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)
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Friday 02/15/08 8:00 AM -
3:30 PM
ACI is pleased to host the Arizona Dietetic Association's Central conference meeting. "Trends in Food & Nutrition" is an all day conference that will entail various presentations, discussions, and a vendor fair. Topics will include pediatric food allergies, health legistation, and dietary supplements. Two of ACI's own instructors will be presenting. This meeting is free to AzDA members and is by invitation only. For more information about the AzDA and their future events please click on the link provided above.
President's Day (no classes scheduled)
Monday 02/18/08 ACI will be closed today in observance of President's Day.
New Basic Culinary Arts class begins
Tuesday 02/19/08 Your culinary career starts today! ACI Instructors Chef Glenn Humphrey, CEC, CCE and Chef Randall Foote are beginning new Culinary Arts classes 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 February class.
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Wednesday 02/20/08 9:00 AM
One of Arizona Culinary Institute’s talented chefs will be appearing on Sonoran Living Live today. ACI Chefs enjoy sharing culinary techniques and classic recipes with ABC15’s dedicated and diverse audience. Tune in at 9:00am and get a “taste” of the great instruction provided by ACI’s finest faculty!
March
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Wednesday 03/05/08 9:00 AM
Chef Christopher Wolf will be making a "Warm Mushroom Salad with Crostini" today. Chef Wolf noticed that many home cooks shy away from "exotic" mushrooms despite how readily available they are. Different varieties of mushrooms are easy to cook with and add instant elegance to any recipe. This week's salad incorporates four kinds of mushrooms and a simple vinaigrette. Chef Wolf aims to "demystify" the many mushrooms used at the Arizona Culinary Institute. Join him on ABC 15 at 9:00am and click on the link above for your copy of Chef's recipe!
Evening service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 03/06/08 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 being 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)
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Wednesday 03/12/08 9:00 AM
ACI's Chef Wolf will again be appearing on Sonoran Living Live. Today's topic will be an educational one- how to clean and cook fresh artichokes. Chef Wolf, who instructs our "Advanced Cuisine- du Jour Restaurant" class, teaches the importance of using fresh and seasonal ingredients in his kitchen classroom and at home. Artichokes are coming in to season and Chef Wolf wants Sonoran Living Live veiwers to cast aside the expensive marinated jars and enjoy artichokes at their best- when fresh! Click on the link above to be directed to the SLL website where you can watch the show live or taped.
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Thursday 03/13/08 7:00 PM
Arizona Culinary Institute's students are excited to be participating in the 17th annual "Mystery Chef Dinner" organized and hosted by the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT).
The decor and theme change each year (this year's theme is "Island Paradise") but the concept of the evening remains unchanged- diners enjoy a four course meal prepared by a renowned Valley Chef whose identity is reavealed once the meal begins. Last year's participating Chefs included Mark Tarbell of Tarbell's, Matt Carer of Zinc Bistro, Paul Mueller of Teneko in the Borgata, and Glenn Humphrey of the Arizona Culinary Institute. To learn more about this event and to purchase tickets please click on the link above. All proceeds benefit students and their professional training.
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Wednesday 03/19/08 9:00 AM
Learn to make a chocolate showpiece in time for Spring! ACI's Advanced Baking Instructor, Chef Jennifer Sedig, will be teaching the Sonoran Living Live audience how to work with molding chocolate and marzipan. Most people have never attempted to work with chocolate because they assume it is an advanced skill, but Chef Sedig will show you how easy it really is! Get ready for Spring holidays by creating a decorative chocolate bunny. Tune in at 9:00 am to see our Chef in action. Click on the link above for written instructions to suplement the demonstration.
Chocolate Showpiece Class
Thursday 03/20/08 2:30 PM ****This exciting event is available exclusively to ACI students**** Chef Jennifer Sedig is holding a spring-themed chocolate showpiece class. Students will learn how to make a decorative and seasonal showpiece that will be ready to bring home and display on the same day. This class will be held at 2:30pm in the Advanced Baking kitchen and is open to students of all skill levels. ACI graduates, as always, are more than welcome to attend. This class costs $20, which includes all supplies and personalized instruction.
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Wednesday 03/26/08 9:00 AM
Tired of the same old store bought marinara sauce? Let ACI's Chef Vince Pernick show you how to make a "Ragu Bolognese" sauce that is sure to please your entire family and make you feel like a true Italian cook. This simple pasta dish makes for an easy meal that becomes delicious and nutritious when the sauce is made from scratch. Join Chef Pernick at 9:00am on ABC Channel 15 today and click on the link above to visit ACI's Sonoran Living Live webpage.
Evening service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 03/27/08 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 being 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)
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Saturday 03/29/08
The staff of Arizona Culinary Institute is thrilled to be hosting the C-CAP finals for the second consecutive year on March 29. C-CAP, Careers through Culinary Arts Program, "works with public schools across the nation to prepare students for college and career opportunities in the restaurant and hospitality industry." Senior high school students who have successfully passed preliminary competitions are eligible to compete for culinary scholarships at the finals. Students prepare memorized recipes to be judged by local industry professionals. This event is very exciting as students are competing for valuable scholarships, including two ACI scholarships! To learn more about the C-CAP final competition, including how competitors are scored, please visit the link above.
New Basic Culinary Arts class begins
Monday 03/31/08 Your culinary career starts today! ACI Instructors Chef Randall Foote and Chef Mark Maccherola are beginning new Culinary Arts classes 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 March class.
April
Advanced Fish Cookery with Chef Wolf
Thursday 04/10/08 2:30 PM *** This special event is available exclusively to ACI students and graduates*** Join Chef Instructor Chris Wolf for this exciting extra curricular event. He will be offering students a different perspective on cooking, fabricating, and plating a variety of fish species. Seafood is incredibly popular because of it’s versatility, health benefits, and availability and Chef Wolf can help increase your comfort level in working with it. Recommended sauces will be discussed with each fish as well. A $20 materials fee is due at sign-up.
Evening service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 04/17/08 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 being 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)
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Saturday 04/26/08 4:00 PM
For the second consecutive year, Arizona Culinary Institute will be hosting the Arizona Women's Partnership's Wine, Women, & Jazz fundraising event. Attendees will enjoy live jazz music featuring Blaise Lantana, Delphine Cortez, and Margo Reed from 4:00pm to 6:30pm. Advance tickets can be purchased for $55 by visiting www.azwp.org or by clicking on the above link. All proceeds from this event benefit AZWP and their selected non-profit grant recipients. Thank you for your support.
May
Evening service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 05/08/08 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 being 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)
New Basic Culinary Arts class begins
Monday 05/12/08 Your culinary career starts today! ACI Instructors Chef Randall Foote and Chef Mark Maccherola are beginning new Culinary Arts classes 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 May class.
Memorial Day Holiday (no classes scheduled)
Monday 05/26/08 ACI will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. Have a safe and happy holiday!
Evening service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 05/29/08 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 being 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)
June
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Friday 06/06/08 2:00 PM
ACI's graduation ceremony will be held on Friday, June 6, 2008 at Desert Mountain High School at 2:00pm. Champagne reception to follow at Arizona Culinary Institute. Congratulations to our eligible graduates! (Please click on the link provided above for directions and a map to the graduation ceremony site from ACI.)
Garde Manger class with Chef Glenn Humphrey, CEC, CCE
Wednesday 06/18/08 2:45 PM ***This exciting event is available exclusively to ACI students*** ACI's Placement Director, Chef Glenn Humphrey, will be holding a Garde Manger class from 2:45pm-4:45pm on Wednedsday, June, 18, 2008. Interested students are encouraged to sign up in the Administrative office as soon as possible; availability is limited to 20 students. A $15 fee for supplies will be collected upon registration. Take advantage of this great extra-curricular activity!
Evening service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 06/19/08 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 being 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)
Summer break for ACI students- June 23-July 6, 2008
Monday 06/23/08 Classes will not be held between June 23rd and July 6, 2008. Arizona Culinary Institute's Administrative office will be open, however, and students are welcome to use the Resource Center and student library. The Administrative office hours are from 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday, although we will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of the holiday. Interested parties are more than welcome to tour the ACI campus and should call an Admissions Representative to make an appointment (480.603.1066). du Jour restaurant will be closed during the break and will reopen for service on Tuesday, July 8, 2008.
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Saturday 06/28/08 12:00 PM -
3:00 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," you should take advantage of this great opportunity to learn more about the Arizona Culinary Institute. ACI is hosting a barbeque and open house on Saturday, June 28, 2008 from 12pm- 3pm and we welcome you to come by with your family. Tour our five professional kitchens, speak with an Admissions Representative about our curriculum, and meet with a Financial Aid professional... all while enjoying barbeque and garde manger demonstrations! Click on the link above for more details about this exciting event and call ACI at (480) 603-1066 to RSVP today.
July
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Tuesday 07/01/08
Click on the link above to find the answers to our "Culinary Quiz" from the most recent addition of bon mot- Arizona Culinary Institute's newsletter. Good luck!
New Basic Culinary Arts class begins
Monday 07/07/08 Your culinary career starts today! ACI Instructors Chef Randall Foote and Chef Christopher Wolf are beginning new Culinary Arts classes 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.
August
Sushi Class with Chef Jason Warden
Wednesday 08/06/08 2:30 PM ***This exciting event is available exclusively to ACI students and alumni *** Basic Baking instructor, Chef Jason Warden, will be holding a comprehensive sushi rolling class. Interested students are encouraged to sign-up in the Administrative office as soon as possible; availability is limited to 20 students. A $20 fee for supplies will be collected upon registration. Students at all skill levels are welcome to participate.
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Friday 08/08/08 11:00 AM -
1:00 PM
ACI will be hosting another live radio remote show of "Culinary Confessions" with Kim and Don. Culinary Confessions is a fun and informative live program that broadcasts on KXAM every Monday through Friday at 11am. Kim and Don will be hosting their show from our student-run restaurant on August 8th, so patrons should come prepared to enjoy live entertainment. To learn more about Kim and Don or to find their favorite recipes please visit their website by clicking the link above.
Evening Service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 08/14/08 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 being 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)
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Saturday 08/16/08 9:00 AM -
12:00 PM
ACI faculty and staff are thrilled to be hosting an event with Shamrock Farms called the “Final Taste Buds Event.” This is a farewell event for the “Taste Buds,” who are a group of 15 children between the ages of 6 and 12. These kids will be touring our school, learning about what it’s like to be a Chef, and will have the opportunity to make food for their parents using our professional kitchens! We will be providing them with Jr. chef’s coats as memorabilia and to thank them for their participation. To learn more about Shamrock Farms products and events please click the link provided above.
New Basic Culinary Arts class begins
Monday 08/18/08 Your culinary career starts today! ACI Instructors Chef Randall Foote and Chef Christopher Wolf are beginning new Culinary Arts classes 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 August class.
Advanced Fish Cookery with Chef Christopher Wolf
Wednesday 08/27/08 2:30 PM *** This special event is available exclusively to ACI students and graduates*** Join Chef Instructor Chris Wolf for this exciting extra curricular event. He will be offering students a different perspective on cooking, fabricating, and plating a variety of fish species. Seafood is very popular and in high demand right now and Chef Wolf can help increase your comfort level in working with it. Recommended sauces will be discussed with each fish as well. A $20 materials fee is due at sign-up. Enhance your education with additional classes!
September
Labor Day Holiday- no scheduled classes
Monday 09/01/08 Arizona Culinary Institute will be closed in observance of Labor Day.
Evening Service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 09/04/08 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 being 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)
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Sunday 09/07/08
On September 7, 2008 the Prescott, Arizona chapter of the American Culinary Federation is hosting a culinary competition for ACF members. Culinary competitions serve many purposes beyond recognizing talented and innovative Chefs. The competitions are also a forum for camaraderie, networking, and education. Arizona Culinary's Chef Foote and Chef Humprey will be competing in one of the following categories: Cooking, Patisserie/Confectionery, Showpieces, or Team Buffet. To learn more about this competition and about other ACF events please click on the link above.
Middle Eastern Cuisine with Chef Randy Foote
Wednesday 09/17/08 2:30 PM *** This event is available exclusively to ACI students and alumni *** Join Chef Foote for this exciting extra curricular event to be held in our Basic Culinary Arts kitchen. Chef Foote will be guiding students in making middle eastern cuisine, including traditional flatbreads, curries and classic dishes. A $20 supply fee will be collected upon registration. Sign-up today as space is limited to 20 students.
Evening Service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 09/25/08 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 being 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)
New Basic Culinary Arts class begins
Monday 09/29/08 Your culinary career starts today! ACI Instructors Chef Randall Foote and Chef Christopher Wolf are beginning new Culinary Arts classes 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 September class.
October
Salt Dough Sculpting with Chef Sedig
Wednesday 10/08/08 2:30 PM *** This seasonal extra curricular event is available exclusively to ACI students and graduates *** Students will have the opportunity to create salt dough showpieces guided by Chef Jennifer Sedig, ACI's Advanced Baking and Pastry Instructor. Class size is limited to 20 students to ensure personal attention. A $20 supply fee will be collected upon registration.
Garde Manger class with Chef Humphrey
Wednesday 10/15/08 2:30 PM ***This exciting event is available exclusively to ACI students*** ACI's Placement Director, Chef Glenn Humphrey, will be holding a Garde Manger class at 2:30pm to be held in the Bake Shop. Interested students are encouraged to sign-up in the Administrative office as soon as possible; availability is limited to 20 students. A $20 fee for supplies will be collected upon registration. Enhance your curriculum and take advantage of this great extra-curricular activity!
Evening Service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 10/16/08 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 being 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)
Pumpkin Carving Contest
Thursday 10/30/08 2:30 PM ~ARIZONA CULINARY STUDENTS~ ACI is holding a pumpkin carving contest in anticipation of Halloween! Students will compete for great prizes and winning pumpkins will be displayed in du Jour Restaurant. This event is free and pumpkins are provided.
November
New Basic Culinary Arts class begins
Monday 11/10/08 Your culinary career starts today! ACI Instructors Chef Randall Foote and Chef Christopher Wolf are beginning new Culinary Arts classes 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 November class.
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