Learn How To Cook in Beautiful Palm Beach, Florida
If you ever thought about going to cooking school in West Palm Beach, Florida, you are going to want to check out Lincoln College of Technology's Florida Culinary Institute. 
What You Need to Know
Finding the right cooking school that meet your needs is the first step to an incredible new career in the field of Culinary Arts. Yes, a good culinary school is lot's of work and once you graduate the hard work continues. However, becoming a professional chef has its rewards too. Right now there is a huge demand for well trained cooks as America has a new found attraction to "celebrity" chefs.
Below is some basic information about the Florida Culinary Institute programs. It should help you decide if this is a school to consider. If it does make your list of possible choices, I suggest you click on the "Request Free School Info" button, fill out the short questionnaire and a representative from the school will contact you to answer all your questions in detail, fill you in on costs and financial aid and explain the next steps to apply.
Florida Culinary Institute
2410 Metrocentre Blvd.
West Palm Beach, FL
About the School
Started in 1987, FCI offers a variety of associate degree programs as well as diploma programs in the field of culinary arts as well as a Bachelor of Science in Culinary Management. Easily recognized as one of the top ranked culinary arts schools in America, the school is located in beautiful West Palm Beach and as a graduate, you will have access to many of the top restaurants and chefs in the United States.
With so many great culinary schools out there, why should you think about Florida Culinary Institute? Simple. They have great chef-instructors, great hands-on training, & a philosophy that "Students Come First." It also helps that they are accredited by The American Culinary Federation.
Programs
Culinary Arts - Associate of Science Degrees & Diplomas
Here you will learn a vast array of cooking theory along with extensive hands-on participation in a professionally equipped kitchen that will prepare you for whatever challenges you will me when you get out into the culinary world.
Training by top chef-instructors includes Mis en Place, Sushi, Knife Skills, Soups & Stocks, Meat Fabrication, Menu Planning, Cooking Methods plus a whole bunch more. By the time you complete their culinary arts program you will have the confidence to enter into the marketplace.
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international Baking & Pastry - Associate of Science Degrees & Diplomas
As with the Culinary Arts program, you will learn the theory behind baking & pastry making as well as the hands-on practical experience using the latest in baking equipment. The program is also accredited by the American Culinary Federation.
Some of the training you can expect to receive includes Wedding Cakes, Marzipan, Icing, Candy Making, Mousses and Creams, Pies, Cheesecakes as well as the History of Baking, Design and a lot more.
Food & Beverage Management - Associate of Science Degrees & Diploma
Here you will learn the theory behind food and beverage management including Sales Forecasting, Menu Development, Design, Cost Controls, Labor Costing & Scheduling, Training, Inventory Control and everything you may need to manage a restaurant or large culinary facility.
The Food & Beverage Management program is a "Partner in Education" with the Educational Institute of the National Restaurant Association. A real plus for them.
Culinary Nutrition - Associate of Science Degrees & Diploma Program
If your interest is more directed to the clinical and practical side of nutrition and diet therapy, the Nutrition program may be right for you. With an emphasis on the relationship between health and nutrition while maintaining a healthy nutritional lifestyle. Here you will receive hands-on training in this area to prepare you to work for hotels, resorts, spas, restaurants, hospitals, or cruise lines.
Some of the areas you will become proficient in are Nutrition Therapy, Dietary Laws & Nutrition.
Culinary Management - Bachelor of Science
If you were thinking about managing a major hotel, resort, spa, restaurant, cruise line or even a hospital, the Culinary Management program will prepare you for reaching your goal. With a combination of classroom training and real life exploration in the Southern Florida neighborhoods, you will learn how to manage a food service business.
By using the local economy of Palm Beach as your fishbowl, you will have access to a vast array of situations and learning experience while remaining in the academic zone of Florida Culinary Institute. You will be trained in Wine, Menu Design, Cost Controls, Staffing, Computer Applications, Human Resources, Restaurant Laws and much more.
Going to School in Palm Beach
With warm weather, sunny skies and beautiful beaches, Palm Beach is a wonderful place to live and learn. In addition to the beautiful location, Palm Beach has plenty of attractions, sights and entertainment to keep you entertained when you are not in classes.
The area has a vibrant restaurant scene with plenty of choices if you are craving something unique. Fresh seafood at waterside dining is a real delight. Many of your fellow students work at these fine restaurants while attending school and then fine jobs there after graduation.
There is a vast selection of places to live that are convenient to computing to school in beautiful neighborhoods. With plenty of shopping malls, grocery stores and fitness centers around, you should have no trouble fitting in to the area.
Palm Beach is in the heart of Florida's famous "Gold Coast" which describes the year round tropical weather, abundance of cultural activities, shopping, dining and just about everything you would like to find. I think you will really enjoy going to school in Palm Beach.
What Do You Need To Know to Get Into Culinary School?
As the Reluctant Gourmet, I have never been to cooking school, but I keep telling myself it's never too late. The best way for you to learn more about becoming a chef is to visit my new Culinary School Resource Center. Here you will find articles, books, school resources and many other useful resources.
Also, try reading as much as you can about going to cooking school and what it is like to be a professional chef. One book I highly recommend to anyone thinking about culinary school is, The Making of A Chef, by Michael Ruhlman. It will really help you understand what you may be getting yourself into. For a complete list of Books For Cooks.
