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The experience of going to culinary school varies from one school to the next. Some culinary arts programs are part of traditional community colleges or four-year universities, so the experience will be similar to any other college experience at that school. Other people choose to get their culinary arts degree from an institution that is dedicated to training chefs. In this case, the experience will immerse the student in the world of food and drink, surrounding them with their peers and with experienced faculty who are all as crazy about cooking as they are. While every culinary education experience is different, there are a few things that every chef-in-training should expect.
One thing that makes culinary school different from other schools is the kitchen facilities. While traditional students attend classes in lecture halls and perform school work in labs, culinary students complete their courses in kitchen facilities that are similar to a professional kitchen. Even if the culinary school program is part of a larger institution that offers a wide variety of degree programs, the culinary students will have a different experience because they have to dress the part and they will probably be cooking almost every day. While the typical college student is wearing jeans and t-shirts, a culinary student will need to wear white chef's clothing to prepare for the real world of cooking.
The tools that students use in preparation for their culinary arts degree are much different from the tools that an English student, art student, engineering student or any other type of college student needs to use during their academic career. The school will provide some equipment during classes, but chefs also need to have things like professional knives, food processors, blenders and other cooking tools to use on their own.
Culinary students can earn many different levels of degrees just like other students, ranging from certificate programs and associate's degrees all the way to bachelor's degrees and even doctorates. A culinary arts degree is just like any other – it must be from an accredited institution to be valid. With this kind of education, there's no telling what a chef can do.
A question for Pastry Chefs/Cake Decorators..?
I really want to be a pastry chef/ cake decorater, but I'm not able to go to culinary school anytime soon. I want to practice on my own, to be as best as I can be. I love to do this for fun, for my home.
Can you give me a little idea of what to practice first and so on. I bake well. (I sometimes get paranoid when I do something especially when it's baking, to see when it's done or not. I hope after a while this will stop, and it will just come to me.)
I have a lot of cookbooks I want to practice with, and a good amount of tools, not everything (yet lol). I also have some cake decorating books, but I just wanted to get some of your opinions, since your pros.I really want to learn how to bake great and decorate cakes beautifully, and master it. It's a dream for me. I love watching Cake Boss, Cake competitions, etc...
Thanks for your answers.
I am a Qualified, Trained Aussie Chef by Trade who also has a Small Wedding and Occasion Cake business. At many of the Restaurants I worked at I was often in charge of the Desserts of Pastry Section as well as working 'the line' as the US calls it, in Australia we call it The pass. I was often on the Pans section. I mainly use fondant rather than Buttercream on my cakes. I think you have a lot of passion which is the fundamentals. Go to the library and hire out any books you can get your hands on. Learn Fondant work, it seems to be the Future of Cakes in America, it is well established throughout the UK and Australia. Go to a small decorators class where they teach how to pipe using buttercream and Royal Icing and how to made sugar flowers is essential. These classes can often be short small classes. Learn how to make all ingredients yourself rather than buying ready bought this is essential for understanding it's properties and the taste is often Superior when compared to bought plus it gives you that cutting edge and level of professionalism. Have fun you sound like you have the passion for sure, this is an amazing path you are taking so follow your dreams!!!
![]() KitchenAid Cook's Series 17-Piece Starter Tool and Gadget Set, Black List Price: Sale Price: $36.99 You save: $13.01 (26%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionKitchenAid "Cook's Series" 17-piece Starter Tool / Gadget Set in Black Features
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![]() KitchenAid Cooks 4-piece Culinary Utensil Set, Black Sale Price: $26.94 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionClass up your kitchen with this attractive 4-pc. culinary utensil set from KitchenAid. A stylish blend of form and function, these strong and durable nylon tools feature heat-resistant heads to 450-degree F and comfortable, easy-grip handles. Professional quality set includes a slotted turner, basting spoon, slotted spoon and ladle. Works with all types of cookware including nonstick pans. Dishwasher safe. Features
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![]() International Culinary Carving Set 22 Piece, Wood Case List Price: Sale Price: $68.90 You save: $11.09 (14%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThe 22 Piece Carving Set includes enough tools to create the most elaborate and elegant fruit and vegetable garnishes. The set was created by Chef Harvey, an authority on garnishing who has made numerous television appearances with talk show hosts such as Oprah Winfrey, Regis Philbin, Joe Franklin, Pat Robertson and Harry Smith. Features
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![]() Messermeister 9 Piece Garnishing Tool Set List Price: Sale Price: $48.89 You save: $14.11 (22%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionWhether you are a trained chef or an adventurous domestic party planner, you will be excited by the chance to own the Messermeister 9 Piece Garnishing Tool Set. This is consists of the most often used fruit/vegetable garnishing/decorating tools as selected by a professional/chef instructor. The stainless steel tool heads are ground to a razor like sharpness and the silicone handles are the perfect size for gaining the best carving grip. The tools are secured in a zippered vinyl pouch which provides safe storage as well as a convenient way to transport them to the carving venue. For those who need a primer on the uses of the various tool heads, we've included a card with descriptions. And the tool head edges can be maintained by using the small ceramic sharpening stick which is included with each kit. Features
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![]() AccuSharp 001 Knife Sharpener List Price: Sale Price: $8.95 You save: $5.04 (36%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis knife shapener sharpens any double edge blade whether serrated or plain, thick or thin and it will do it faster than youd believe possible. AccuSharp sharpeners are the best, easiest and fastest sharpeners around. The difference is in the specially formulated, precision ground and mounted tungsten carbide blades. Versatile and easy enough for anyone to use safely, the AccuSharp 001 Knife Sharpener lets you quickly sharpen a wide variety of bladed tools, from straight and serrated knives to cleavers and axes. Its unique, ergonomic design guards your fingers while a dependable, diamond-honed tungsten carbide blade puts a precision edge on your tools. .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: 20px; } table.callout { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif; margin: 10px; width: 250; } td.callout3-c26 { height: 100 percent; background: url('http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/th/content_26/Q1_2009/c26-callout3.png') repeat-y; border-left: 0px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding: 10px; width: 250px; } ul.callout { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -12px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5em; } h5.callout { text-align: center; } img.withlink {border:1px black solid;} a.nodecoration {text-decoration: none} The AccuSharp 001 Knife Sharpener offers: Speed, safety, and precision A full-length finger guard An ergonomic handle for right- or left-handed sharpening 5 to 10 years of use between blade changes The tough, tungsten carbide blades are reversible and replaceable. View larger. This sharpener can even handle serrated knives, making it a perfect pick for kitchens. View larger. This verstile AccuSharp sharpener is also ideal for sportsmen and craftspeople. View larger. Versatile, User-Friendly Design A sharp blade makes it easier to get work done quickly and safely. The innovative AccuSharp Knife Sharpener lets you sharpen most blades in around ten seconds. Sharpening is oil- and mess-free, and it doesn't require guessing at angles or handling rough, awkward stones. This sharpener's easy-to-use design makes it a great tool to have on hand in professional and personal kitchens, as well as an easy choice for hunters, fishermen and women, gardeners, and craftspeople. Featuring a unique, ergonomic handle, the AccuSharp fits neatly in either hand to accommodate both right- and left-handed users, and it includes a full-length guard that protects your fingers throughout the sharpening process. Fast, Effective Sharpening To get started sharpening, you simply place your knife on a table or counter top with the cutting edge up. Hold the knife handle securely with one hand. Then let the "V" notch on the sharpener straddle the blade, and use your thumb to apply light pressure as you draw the AccuSharp down past the point of the blade. When you first use the AccuSharp on a blade, several passes may be required to make sure that your knife's cutting angle conforms to the AccuSharp angle. But once that angle is achieved the first time, it should take just two or three brief passes to put a sharp edge back on your knife--which means that sharpening fits into your busy schedule instead of interfering with it. Dependable, Long-Lasting Construction To deliver years of reliable use, AccuSharp sharpening blades are crafted from diamond-honed tungsten carbide, one of the hardest known materials. And because even the toughest industrial-quality blades eventually begin to show wear, AccuSharp's unique design allows you to reverse the blade to double its life span. Most users report an average of five to 10 years between blade replacements, which means that it's easy to ensure that your sharpener will be ready to go when you need it. AccuSharp Knife Sharpeners will not rust, and they can be cleaned easily with soap and water or in your dishwasher. What's in the Box AccuSharp 001 Knife Sharpener Features
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![]() Calculated Industries KitchenCalc 8305 PRO Master Chef Edition Recipe Conversion Calculator with Dual Digital Timer List Price: Sale Price: $29.62 You save: $10.37 (26%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionIf you are a busy cook, or even slightly mathematically challenged, you'll love this device. It allows you to scale recipes up or down, easily calculating increases and decreases in portions. If you have a European cookbook or two, it cuts through all that metric confusion - coverting weights and measures quickly in fractions or decimals. Enter and convert between teaspoons, tablespoons, fluid ounces, pints, millileters, even dashes and pinches! Finally it's a digital timer that will keep track of elapsed time even while you perform other calculations. Features
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![]() BonJour Chef's Laser Probe Combo Thermometer List Price: Sale Price: $85.47 You save: $14.48 (14%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionBonjour's chef's laser probe combo combines infrared technology to quickly measure both surface temperatures and the internal temperature of meats with its easy to use swivel probe. Chef's laser probe combo includes: laser target aim, instant temperature readout, ergonomic one-handed operation and backlit display! Also includes handy surface temperature and internal temperature reference guides. Measures temperatures from -76 to 932°f. 2 'aa' batteries included. Features
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![]() CIA Masters Collection Tall Stoneware Crock with 7 Tools List Price: Sale Price: $59.74 You save: $25.26 (30%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis CIA Masters Collection Tall Stoneware Crock with 7 Tool Set comes with a Tall Green Stoneware Crock, Non-Stick Pot Spoon, Non-Stick Stirring Spoon, Non-Stick Slotted Turner, 10 inch Sauce Whisk, Silicone Chef's Spatula, Round Basting Brush, and a Wooden Stirring Spoon. All of these items have been carefully designed by the CIA's Certified Master Chefs to make your cooking and baking tasks easier and more enjoyable. Premium materials like heavy-gauge 18/10 stainless steel and solid maple wood have been used for optimal perfomance and a professional appearance. Plus, all of the products were designed with a chef's "wish list" of enhanced features and comfortable handling in mind. Lifetime Warranty. Features
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![]() Mercer Cutlery Genesis 6-Piece Knife Set with Tempered-Glass Block List Price: Sale Price: $166.07 You save: $83.92 (34%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionFor those who take cooking seriously you can finally purchase the cutlery used in 90% of all culinary academies and is favored by professional chefs. The 6 piece Tempered glass with stainless steel block set consisting of 3.5 inch Paring Knife, 5 inch utility knife, 8 inch bread knife, 8 inch chef knife and 6 inch boning knife Santuko knife l is made of one piece fully forged German Steel with black nonslip girp Santoprene handle offers superior balance, strength and durability. A supplier to the vast majority of cooking academies, Mercer Cutlery offers the Genesis Collection of kitchen knives to provide professional quality to the home chef. Comfortable, durable, and efficient, Genesis knives feature fully forged, single-piece blades made from high-carbon, no-stain German steel. Their taper-grind edges are polished by hand, and their substantial bolsters provide helpful balance. Black nonslip Santoprene handles make Genesis knives comfortable and secure in the grip, improving efficiency and safety in the kitchen. A handsome collection with a modern look, this 6-piece set includes five of the most popular Genesis knives and a striking tempered glass knife block. Designed to stand upright on the counter, the block holds the 3-1/2-inch paring, 5-inch utility, 8-inch chef's, 8-inch bread, and 6-inch boning knives. The knives are displayed as visibly as they would be on a magnetic strip but without exposed blades. All knives in this set are made in Taiwan using European components and technology. They should be washed by hand for best results and carries Mercer's one-year warranty. --Emily Bedard What's in the Box 6-piece set includes five of the most popular Genesis knives and a tempered glass storage block. Knives included are: 3-1/2-inch paring, 5-inch utility, 8-inch chef's, 8-inch bread, and 6-inch boning knife. 6 items total. Features
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![]() Progressive GT-3520 International 19-Piece Measuring Cup and Spoon Set List Price: Sale Price: $6.89 You save: $3.06 (31%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionProgressive International is your source for the widest range of functional, inventive, and fun kitchen tools and great ideas put into practice. Our in-house designers spend hours in the kitchen coming up with ways to improve on a variety of traditional tasks and tools. Established in 1973, our commitment to quality and service allows us to offer a broad selection of quality kitchenware and other household products. The 19 piece measuring set is everything you need in the kitchen. It includes a 9 piece measuring spoon set and 10 piece measuring cup set with 3 convenient storage rings. The measurements are as follows: 1/32 tsp, 1/16 tsp, 1/8 tsp, 1/4 tsp, 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp, 1/2 tbls, 2 tsp and 1 tbls; 10 cups: 1/8, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 1, 1 1/2, 1 3/4, 2 cups. Large handles for a more secure grip. Red, gray and white in color. Measurements in standard and metric sizes. Dishwasher safe. Features
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April 3, 2011
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