I chose the Arizona Culinary Institute because it"s good!
I was looking for a school to learn traditional French Method techniques and cuisine. I really like the small classes and the hands-on approach to learning.
-Josh Kraft
Gainsville, FL
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
Salt Dough Sculpting with Chef Jennifer Sedig
Wednesday 10/08/08 2:30 PM *** 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 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.Garde Manger class with Chef Glenn Humphrey
Wednesday 10/15/08 2:30 PM ***This exciting event is available exclusively to ACI students*** ACI's Placement Director, Chef Humphrey, CEC, CCE 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!Evening Service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 10/16/08 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)Pumpkin Carving Contest
Thursday 10/30/08 2:30 PM ~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.
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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Stay In The Know!We offer a carefully planned, well-balanced curriculum that will give you the solid foundation needed to build and advance your career. |
