Posts by CulinaryGeek

Ok, here is what you have to ask yourself. Do I have the time to invest in a 2 year program? Both schools are very good (I'm a CIA grad so I am partial to it), the cost in the long run is also a factor. I paid about $60,000 for 2 years...

At the Culinary Institute of America, expect to pay about 55,000 for the 2 year AOS program (including housing, supplies, fees, tuition, etc) God Bless student loans!

Everytime I cut myself, its always right after a server has asked me a stupid question. I don't know if there is a coorelation or not. I also don't recommend self-cardorizing the wound on the flat top either (one really dumb cook did...

For a real treat, try layering Fillo Dough with clarified or drawn butter (brushed on liberally) and sugar. I do this for about 6 layers. place it between 2 sheet trays with parchment on top and bottom. Score before baking into desired...

I thought the show would be even better if you got 12 "Chefs" from all areas of the country and let THEM compete for the restaurant. There were a few chefs on the show, but get a bunch of wet-behind-the-ears culinary school...

Actually I do. It was a suggestion from several of the female students. Something about shaving legs. I didn't ask any more questions at that point.

The only difference I am aware of is one is used for culinary applications (36%) and the other is used for baking and pastry applications (40%). I'm sure there is more too it than this though. If anyone knows anything different, I would...

I'm a CIA Grad ('03) and I can tell you that the interest you get from other people in the industry is amazing. Once someone hears you are a CIA Grad, you can almost see the ears perk up. But you still have to prove yourself. Be the...

I found that when I had to fire the dishwasher on a Friday night for stealing and whole PSMO, then had to work the dish pit for the next 6 hours, alternating between the line, the dining room and the dish pit (changing jackets between...

:bounce: I had this same problem with choosing a school to attend. I definately knew I wanted to go to a school of some type, as opposed to an apprentiship. I looked into about 15 different schools, including Colorado Mountain...