I really liked the hands-on approach and small classes,
ACI developed all of my knowledge including classical French cuisine.
-Roscoe Kane
Telluride, Colorado
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
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.Culinary Confessions Live Remote from du Jour Restaurant
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)Shamrocck Farms "Taste Buds" event
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.
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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