Up-to-date information on events at the Arizona Culinary Institute http://www.azculinary.com/calendar Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:01:02 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#87 ***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. Wed, 06 Aug 2008 21:30:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#91 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. Fri, 08 Aug 2008 18:00:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#88 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) Fri, 15 Aug 2008 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#90 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. Sat, 16 Aug 2008 16:00:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#56 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. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 07:00:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#89 *** 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! Wed, 27 Aug 2008 21:30:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#94 Arizona Culinary Institute will be closed in observance of Labor Day. Mon, 01 Sep 2008 07:00:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#92 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) Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#83 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. Sun, 07 Sep 2008 07:00:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#85 *** 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. Wed, 17 Sep 2008 21:30:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#93 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) Fri, 26 Sep 2008 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#78 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. Mon, 29 Sep 2008 07:00:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#96 *** 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. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 21:30:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#84 ***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! Wed, 15 Oct 2008 21:30:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#95 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) Fri, 17 Oct 2008 01:00:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#97 ~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. Thu, 30 Oct 2008 21:30:00 +0100 http://www.azculinary.com/calendar.php#79 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. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 07:00:00 +0100