Chef Bourdain's school isn't confidential. It's the CIA. Ignite and refine your passion for food and cooking at Anthony's alma mater. Leer más.
Chef Andrew Carmellini started his education with the CIA. Today, he’s a nationally acclaimed chef. You can forge the culinary path of tomorrow. Take the first step at the CIA. Leer más.
From the freshest fish to the greenest greens, Chef Alfred Portale knows the importance of quality dining. Get your culinary education from the same place that made him an elite New York City chef. Leer más.
Learn about life at the CIA where Frank Falcinelli learned his craft before he created "the best meatballs in NYC." Leer más.
Claire Winslow, CIA alumna and owner of The Would, has been dubbed "The Flavor Queen." Check out the college that introduced her to many flavors and techniques! Leer más.
Chefs James and Julie Petrakis make sure everyone goes home satisfied. This dynamic duo first joined forces at the CIA. Learn more here about their culinary college. Leer más.
Chef Carlyn comes from four generations of gourmet chefs--so she knows the importance of a top-notch culinary education. Find out more about where Chef Berghoff learned her skills. Leer más.
Chef Cat Cora's flavors bring an extra spark of magic to Disney World. Learn more about where the chef got her culinary start. Leer más.
Re-imagine cuisine just like the CIA alum Noel Cruz through our degree programs. Leer más.
Like what you see? Desire what you smell? Get a culinary education, like owner Cameron Mitchell, at the Culinary Institute of America. Leer más.
It's 'Burger Time'! With his exclusive hand-crafted burgers, Chef Linton Hopkins has the whole city eager for a taste. Chef Hopkins got his start at the CIA. Where will your culinary dreams begin? Leer más.
Once a CIA student, trailblazing chef Roy Choi is now teaching other LA chefs “how it’s done” with his famous Kogi Korean BBQ. Learn more about his culinary college. Leer más.
Of all the culinary shows in this brightly lit city, Chef Michael Schulson puts on the best. He learned how to please dining audiences at The Culinary Institute of America. Leer más.
Amis’ recipe for success may be another Vetri family secret, but Co-Owner Jeff Michaud’s culinary start is not. The chef is a proud CIA alumnus. Find out more about his alma mater here: Leer más.
Check out CIA Alumnus Marc Bianchini’s restaurant. Considering a culinary career? Learn more about his college. Leer más.
CIA Alumnus Spike Mendelsohn spent years in fine dining and now let’s his creativity run free at We, the Pizza! Check out some of the other amazing (and interesting!) careers our alumni are pursuing: Leer más.
A Culinary Institute of America education inspired Chef Sue Torres, and it shows in the scrumptious Mexican cuisine at her restaurant, Suenos. Learn more about the CIA. Leer más.
Built in the 1890s, the Corner Kitchen building has a rich history, and Chef Joe Scully’s alma mater, the CIA, does too—a history of educating the leaders of the food world. Leer más.
This might be a pub by name, but Chef Dmitry Elperin has added it to the chic-food game. Learn how to whip up these elegant classics where he did – at The Culinary Institute of America. Leer más.
Co-owner and CIA Alumnus Adam Dulye serves up barrels of flavor with his intricate beer pairings. Our grads work with food & spirits all over the world. Check out what other CIA alumni are up to: Leer más.
Chef Thomas McNaughton has worked his way through some of the most prestigious kitchens in SF and around the world. Check out where he got his culinary degree. Leer más.
We’re so proud of everything our alumni accomplish, including Chef Andrew Carmellini of The Dutch. Check out what other CIA alumni are up to. Leer más.
The restaurant view is the cherry on top of Chef Bryan Caswell's decadent creations. Find out more about The Culinary Institute of America, where the chef got his start: Leer más.
Chef David Burke started his foodservice career as a CIA student. Learn more about his culinary college. Leer más.
CIA Alumnus Sherry Yard is the pastry chef here. Check out some of the other amazing (and interesting!) careers our alumni are pursuing: Leer más.
Even with all the lights in Vegas, Todd English’s Olives shines bright. Do you dream about being in the culinary spotlight? Start your career today, where this restaurateur did. Leer más.
Whether you pop into the Pizzeria Delfina for a piping hot slice or sit down next door for a leisurely meal, take a moment to learn more about the CIA, where Chef Craig Stoll got his start. Leer más.
Chef Cindy Wolf of Pazo started her foodservice career as a CIA student. Learn more about where she got her degree. Leer más.
More popular than the Great Lakes, Lolita is Cleveland’s go-to restaurant for all occasions. We’re proud that chef & owner Michael Symon is a CIA alumnus. Learn more about the CIA here: Leer más.
Owner Geoffrey Zakarian's kitchen is heating up Miami. See the college where he got his culinary start. Leer más.
This restaurant is home to CIA Alumnus Joshua Needleman. You’ve probably heard of more CIA alumni than you realize. Check out what some others are doing. Leer más.
Check out CIA Alumna Alexandra Raij's restaurant! Considering a culinary career? Learn more about the CIA. Leer más.
The perfect Middle East feast! Chef/Owner Judith Roll honed in on the cuisines of her culture while studying at the CIA. Learn more about her culinary college. Leer más.
Chef/Owner Andrew Carmellini is a true culinarian. He's one of the many CIA alumni making a name for themselves in the foodservice industry! Learn more about other CIA alumni here: Leer más.
Chef Alfred Portale of Gotham Steak started his foodservice career as a CIA student. Check out his alma mater here: Leer más.
Matt Louis checked a CIA degree and a European Food Tour off his bucket list before opening Moxy. Check out what other CIA alumni are up to here: Leer más.
Chef/Owner Mark Kiffen is a CIA alumnus. You've probably heard of more CIA alumni than you realize. Check out what some others are doing. Leer más.
Known around the world for his innovative flare, Chef Richard Blais is flipping burgers on a whole new level. Check out the college where this chef got his start, the CIA! Leer más.
Chef and Culinary Institute of America graduate Paul Zweben is a double threat! He is a restaurateur and a real estate agent. Check out some of the other amazing careers our alumni pursue: Leer más.
Decadent and savory, every item on this menu will melt in your mouth. We're proud that restaurateur Paul Mattison is a CIA alumnus. Make your culinary dreams a reality at the CIA! Leer más.
Ocean Prime owner and chef Cameron Mitchell received his degree at the world's premier culinary college. If you're interested in a culinary career, check out The Culinary Institute of America. Leer más.
CIA alumni tend to flock together! After Edward Kowalski opened Crave, he brought fellow alumnus Catherine Williams on board. Check out what some of our 44,000+ alumni are up to here: Leer más.
There are a lot of showstoppers in Vegas, but Chef Michael Mina is a high-roller in the kitchen. Get your culinary education at the CIA just like Chef Mina: Leer más.
Chef Jeffrey Buben has created a true southern gem in the heart of Washington, D.C. Want to learn how to cook like the chef? Check out his alma mater: Leer más.
CIA Grad Roy Choi's famous Kogi Korean BBQ Truck food is parked permanently at Alibi. Check out what other CIA alumni are up to here: Leer más.
Have you fallen into foodie love with the chef’s aromatically rich flavors? Chef Dale Miller was trained at The Culinary Institute of America. Learn more about his college: Leer más.
With his decadent and artful creations, Chef Michael Kornick is a master of his craft. Follow in his footsteps at The Culinary Institute of America and master your own. Leer más.
COA is restaurateur Marc Bianchini's first restaurant featuring Mexican street food. We're excited to see our alumnus putting his many cuisine studies to use! Learn more about our diverse curriculum: Leer más.
CIA Alumnus Melissa Kelly is executive chef and proprietor of Primo. She is also the James Beard Foundation's Best Chef Northeast 1999. Read more about her and many of our other alumni here: Leer más.
Check out CIA Alumnus Cat Cora's Houston restaurant! You’ve probably heard of more CIA alumni than you realize. Check out what some others are doing. Leer más.
Chef & Owner Casey Jenkins is pursuing his second career. His first was with the US Marine Corps. Casey's alma mater, the CIA, was originally founded to train returning war vets. Learn more about us: Leer más.
Owner Richard Varano was awarded the Entrepreneur of the Year Award in Southern Maine. We're so proud of our alumni! Check out what some other CIA grads are up to here: Leer más.
Your taste buds are about to go on a tour around the world with Chef Nicolaus Balla’s eclectically styled menu. CIA grads receive an education that spans the globe! Learn more about his college here: Leer más.
Brewmaster Jared Rouben keeps the barrels rolling in at Goose Island Brewery. He mastered his draft with us, at the CIA. Check out his culinary college: Leer más.
See what chef/owner James Tamayo is cooking up! He's one of many CIA grads living his dream. Check out the careers of other CIA alumni here: Leer más.
Cameron Mitchell is president and founder of Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, which includes Ocean Prime restaurants across the country. CIA alumni do more than cook! Check out other alumni stories here: Leer más.
Want to cook like Charlie Palmer? He got his start with us. Learn more about Charlie's culinary alma mater. Leer más.
Executive Chef/Owner David Grossman is a CIA alumnus! Curious about the CIA? Learn more about the careers of other CIA alumni. Leer más.
With an anything-but-ordinary menu, Chef Bryan Voltaggio is a master of his craft. Learn to build your own creations where this chef did, at the CIA. Check us out: Leer más.
Among his many accolades, Chef/Owner Carl Schroeder was named "California Chef of the Year 2004” by the James Beard Foundation. He's one of many CIA alumni honored by the prestigious group. Leer más.
From the heart of New York, Chef George Mendes take you straight to Portugal with dishes so artful you'll hesitate to eat them. Explore your culinary heritage too, where Chef Mendes earned his degree. Leer más.
Vegas is known for its secrets, but this secret is out: Chef Rock Moonen’s RM Seafood is dining at its finest. Learn to hone your skills where this alumnus did, at the CIA. Leer más.
Food was meant to be enjoyed, and Chef Scott Conant takes that enjoyment to the next level. This talented chef got his culinary education at the CIA. Learn more about us: Leer más.
Chef Adam Dulye has drafted his way across the country pairing his world-class cuisine with his home-crafted beers. Learn how to mix and match with the best? Check out where he got his degree. Leer más.
Chef Steven McHugh will leave your palate at ease and your eyes in amazement with his elegant spin on classic Southern comfort dishes. Another successful CIA alumnus! See more: Leer más.
Vermilion is a modernly delightful blend of Indian & Latin cuisines. Owner & Food Network superstar Maneet Chauhan started her career at the CIA. Find out what other careers our alumni pursue: Leer más.
When the food looks as good as it tastes, you know the chef learned from the best. Find out more about where Chef David Burke got his start. Leer más.
Sara Bigelow fell in love with meat after taking a charcuterie class at the CIA. Our culinary arts program is amazingly diverse. Learn more: Leer más.
Stop by and sample the food from alumni Adam & Katie Fatigate. And check what our other alumni are up to here: Leer más.
Restaurant Bouchard is a New England culinary destination! We're so proud of chef/owner Albert Bouchard! Check out what other CIA alumni are up to here: Leer más.
CIA Alumnus Paul Mattison is executive chef and proprietor of Mattison’s, operating three restaurants in the Sarasota, FL area. Check out what other CIA alumni are doing with their careers: Leer más.
Culinary mastermind John Besh has created a perfect blend of classic and contemporary Italian cuisine. Check out what other CIA alumni are cooking up here: Leer más.
Linton Hopkins, executive chef of Restaurant Eugene, is the 2012 James Beard “Best Chef: Southeast.” He's also a CIA grad! Read more about other CIA grads: Leer más.
CIA Alumnus Steve Ells opened his first Chipotle in Denver, CO. He never imagined what was in store for his little company! Listen to our podcast with Steve Ells: Leer más.
Chef Michael Chiarello is known for celebrating his deep culinary roots. Learn more about The Culinary Institute of America - where the roots of his culinary career began. Leer más.
Savoring every bite? Learn more about the college where Chef Michael Cimarusti learned his mouth-watering skills. Leer más.
Executive Chef Eric Ziebold worked at Thomas Keller's French Laundry & Per Se before landing CityZen. Oh, the places a CIA degree will take you! See what some of our other alumni are up to: Leer más.
Chego! is CIA alumnus Roy Choi's first brick-and-mortar restaurant. Read more about this successful chef: Leer más.
CIA Alumnus Richard Blais shares his unique cuisine at this far-from-ordinary hot dog stand! Check out this short video of Chef Blais: Leer más.
Check out this restaurant from Iron Chef & CIA alumnus Michael Symon! Read more about this very successful chef: Leer más.
Not only is Chef/Owner Grant Achatz a James Beard Foundation Outstanding Chef Award winner, he's also a CIA alumnus! Learn more about this amazing chef: Leer más.
CIA alumnus Charlie Palmer has accomplished so much! Read more about his impressive career: Leer más.
CIA grad Anthony Bourdain has an interesting position here: Chef-at-Large. There's a lot that's interesting about Anthony Bourdain's career. Leer más.
CIA alumnus Michael Mina founded the Mina Group, including Clock Bar. Read more about Chef Mina's impressive career, which includes two James Beard awards. Leer más.
Stop by to see what CIA alumni Matt Hutchins & John Kelly are preparing! If you're considering a culinary career, check out their alma mater: the CIA. Leer más.
Check out this restaurant by CIA alumnus & Iron Chef Michael Symon. Learn more about the chef's many accomplishments here. Leer más.
You can get good food at an airport thanks to CIA alumnus Cat Cora! Learn more about this stellar chef: Leer más.
Come in and sample cuisine created by Chef Bill Telepan. He's a CIA alumnus. Check out what other CIA alumni are up to here: Leer más.
Warning: great chefs cooking here! You'll find two CIA grads in the kitchen at Lola's: Edward Kowalski & Catherine Williams. Check out what some of our 44,000+ alumni are up to: Leer más.
Chef Geoff Tracy has several Washington-area restaurants. This CIA grad's career is certainly on the rise! Check out want some of our other 44,000+ alumni are up to: Leer más.
A Louisiana native, Chef John Besh celebrates his rich culinary heritage at all his restaurants. Learn more about this amazing CIA alumnus: Leer más.
Chef/Owner Judith Roll is a CIA alumnus. Get more info on where she got her degree. Leer más.
You'll find a CIA alumnus here: Chef/Owner John Barricelli. Learn more about his culinary college. Leer más.
CIA Alumnus Jonathan Benno is the executive chef here. Chef Benno was the first American-born and trained chef to earn three stars from Michelin! Read more about him here: Leer más.
CIA Alumnus I. Pano Karatassos founded many restaurants, including Chops Lobster Bar. Check out other alumni stories here: Leer más.
A classic American institution with the added creativity of Chef John Besh! Want a Banana Foster Milkshake? Or a Pineapple Fountain Soda? Yes, please! Learn more about the chef behind these flavors: Leer más.
Founded by I. Pano Karatassos, Kyma's kitchen is now run by his son, Pano. It's a legacy the CIA is proud to be part of since both men are CIA alumni! Leer más.
You may recognize Executive Chef & Co-owner Angelo Sosa from Top Chef. He's a CIA graduate! Read more about him here: Leer más.
CIA Alumna Christina Olivarez is the executive chef here. She landed her first job with the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino at a CIA career fair. Read more about how she worked her way up the ranks: Leer más.
Opening a business is always risky, but after 20 years in restaurants and hotels CIA Alumnus Cory McPherson was sure he had a sound business plan. Williamsburger is a dream come true! Read more: Leer más.
Be sure to sample the desserts from Pastry Chef Alison Reed. She's a CIA grad! Leer más.
Sous Chef Fatima Ali appeared on Food Network's Chopped. She was the youngest winner as well as the first Pakistani woman ever to win. Read more about this CIA graduate: Leer más.
Love wine? CIA alumnus Carlton McCoy is the sommelier here, so drink up! Read more about Carlton's career: Leer más.
The executive chef here is CIA Alumnus Michael Henville. Read more about this Nevis-native's career: Leer más.
Owner Oliver Kita is a CIA graduate! Be sure to check out his Hudson Valley Estate Chocolates, including Vandermint & Fala's Peanut Butter Bon-Bon! Read more about this passionate chocolatier: Leer más.
Derek Corsino began planning for his business while still a CIA student. His concept won the Dutchess County Business Plan Competition. And now he's put that success to work in the real world! Leer más.
Check out this restaurant by CIA Alumnus Christine Nunn! Read more about the chef here: Leer más.
This company was co-founded by CIA alumni Lori Daniel & Eliot Swartz. It began as a small dessert company, but has grown to include over 200 employees! Read more about the chefs that started it all: Leer más.
Executive Chef Andy Nusser didn't start a professional cooking career until after 10 years at General Motors. He headed to the CIA for a culinary degree and hasn't looked back since! Leer más.
CIA Alumnus Bart Messing oversees the operation of six dining options at Woodfield Country Club, so he does it all--poolside, casual, & upscale. It's a lot to juggle, but the CIA prepared him for it! Leer más.
Owner & CIA Alumnus Marcel Desaulniers attributes his success to three things: "A great upbringing, my service in the Marine Corps, and the CIA." Read more here: Leer más.
Executive Chef Robert Kinsloe Bell is a CIA alumnus! Read more about his career here: Leer más.
You'll find CIA graduate Christopher Burris in the kitchen at Almond's! Learn more about the different careers CIA alumni are pursuing around the country...even around the world! Leer más.
Bill Cardwell is a CIA alumnus! Interested in a culinary career? Learn more about his alma mater: Leer más.
Owners Jason & Ann Willenbrock met while attending the CIA. So many wonderful partnerships -- both personal & business -- develop at our culinary college! Read more about what are alumni are up to: Leer más.
Chef/Owner Joe Kaplan is a CIA alumnus! Check out some of the other amazing (and interesting!) careers our alumni are pursuing: Leer más.
You'll find chef/owner Erik Carr in the kitchen at this local favorite. Considering a culinary career? Learn more about the CIA. Leer más.
Owner Vincent Bommarito Jr is a CIA graduate. Learn more about his culinary college. Leer más.
Owner & Pastry Cher Brandon Kelley is a CIA graduate! Considering a career in baking and pastry arts? Check out his alma mater: Leer más.
Owner Nichole Hensen is a CIA alumnus. Check out want some of our other 44,000+ alumni are up to here: Leer más.