Educational Updates & News

Keep up with our newest program developments, fresh course offerings, and innovations in international cuisine education

Program Development Timeline

The latest upgrades to our educational programs demonstrate our dedication to practical, relevant culinary training that stays in step with industry shifts and student needs.

March 2025

Mediterranean Cuisine Module Enhancement

We broadened the Mediterranean cooking segment to feature targeted techniques for olive oil selection, traditional fermentation, and regional spice blending. The revised curriculum now covers eight Mediterranean countries with hands-on sessions emphasizing authentic preparation methods refined across generations.

February 2025

Digital Learning Platform Upgrade

Our learning management system received notable improvements, including interactive recipe calculators, enhanced video controls for technique review, and progress tracking tools. Students can now bookmark specific techniques, build personal recipe collections, and access supplementary readings directly within their course modules.

January 2025

Practical Assessment Methodology

We introduced a more holistic assessment approach that evaluates both technical prowess and creative application. Students demonstrate their understanding through hands-on cooking sessions, recipe adaptation tasks, and dish presentations that reflect their grasp of cultural cooking principles learned throughout the program.

New Learning Opportunities

Explore our latest educational offerings designed to deepen your understanding of international culinary traditions and techniques

COURSE ADDITION
Starting September 2025

Asian Fusion Cooking Fundamentals

This six-month program investigates how traditional Asian cooking methods intersect with modern culinary approaches. Students learn about sourcing ingredients, balancing flavors, and presenting dishes.

  • Traditional fermentation and preservation methods
  • Contemporary interpretations of classic dishes
  • Seasonal ingredient selection and prep
  • Cultural context and historical background
WORKSHOP SERIES
Monthly Sessions Begin July 2025

Regional Bread Making Traditions

Monthly workshops exploring bread-making traditions from diverse regions. Each session covers specific techniques, ingredient choices, and the cultural significance of bread within different cuisines.

  • Sourdough cultivation and maintenance
  • Traditional shaping and scoring methods
  • Wood-fired and conventional oven techniques
  • Understanding gluten development and fermentation
EXTENDED PROGRAM
Applications Open June 2025

Plant-Based Culinary Innovation

An eight-month comprehensive program examining plant-based cooking from nutritional, cultural, and creative angles. Students build skills to create satisfying, flavorful dishes using exclusively plant-based ingredients.

  • Protein alternatives and nutritional balance
  • Texture development and flavor enhancement
  • Seasonal menu planning and ingredient sourcing
  • Cross-cultural plant-based traditions

Student Experiences

Hear from students who engaged with our updated programs and discovered new approaches to international cooking

"The Mediterranean module really shifted how I approach ingredient selection. Exploring olive oil varieties and their specific uses in various dishes broadened my confidence to experiment with traditional recipes."

Avery Chen

Home Cooking Enthusiast

"The upgrades to the digital platform made a big difference in how I learned. Being able to replay technique demonstrations and monitor my progress helped me stay organized and focused throughout the program."

Program Graduate