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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At ACI the Chefs take the time to explain everything. I"ve found that small class size is the best way to learn. -Josh Kraft 
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Upcoming ACI Events
Chocolate Sculpture Techniques with Chef Scott Meyer
Thursday 03/18/10 2:30 PM *** This special event is available exclusively to ACI students and graduates*** Join Chef Meyer for this exciting extra curricular event. He will be teaching students how to create a chocolate sculpture to symbolize spring. Individuals at all skill levels are welcome to join. Class is limited to 20 people and a $20 supply fee is due at sign-up.Evening Service at du Jour Restaurant
Thursday 03/25/10 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 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.)New Basic Culinary Arts Class Begins
Monday 03/29/10 Your culinary career starts today! ACI Chef Instructors begin a new Culinary Arts class today. Basic Culinary Arts students are given a thorough introduction into the basic skills, techniques, concepts, and theories involved in professional cooking. Emphasis is given to classical French cooking theory, including The Principles of Escoffier, The Mother Sauces, and a variety of traditional modern preparation techniques. Apply today to ensure your spot in the March class.Garde Manger Class with Chef Glenn Humphrey, CEC, CCE
Wednesday 04/07/10 2:30 PM ***This exciting event is available exclusively to ACI students*** Join ACI's Placement Director, Chef Humphrey, CEC, CCE and learn how to carve fruit and vegetables. 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 is due upon registration. Enhance your curriculum and take advantage of this great extra-curricular activity!
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. |
