The Culinary Nutrition certificate program at the Natural Gourmet Center offers students an in-depth and hands-on exploration of evidence-based nutrition. The program explores the science of nutrition, trends and specialized diets, and nutrition in the marketplace, all through lectures and kitchen labs. Led by Chef Celine Beitchman, MS., ICE’s director of nutrition education, the curriculum is taught by experts from the food, health and nutrition fields. Upon completion of the course, students will have experience incorporating the fundamentals of nutrition into their culinary perspective. This course covers: food-based macronutrients; nutrients of concern in vegan/vegetarian diets; econutrition and sustainable food systems; farm-to-table and root-to-frond cooking; food allergies and allergy-free cooking; alternative diets; and macrobiotic, paleo, raw and Ayurvedic cooking.
You will work in teams to execute the class menu. At the end of class, participants gather to enjoy the food they have prepared. Wine is served with meals in most classes. All class menus are subject to change. While a snack platter is offered in both morning and evening classes, you may want to consider a light snack before joining us for class. Students are encouraged to bring a light lunch or dinner to all pastry classes.
You will work in teams to execute the class menu. At the end of class, participants gather to enjoy the food they have prepared. Wine is served with meals in most classes. All class menus are subject to change. While a snack platter is offered in both morning and evening classes, you may want to consider a light snack before joining us for class. Students are encouraged to bring a light lunch or dinner to all pastry classes.
Travel the world with hearty and vibrant vegetarian entrees from around the globe! These international standouts will quickly become your go-to recipes for any day of the week. Healthful, flavor-packed and a snap to make, this is a menu you'll love learning together. We'll make all three dishes, from comfort food to Asian specialties to Mexican mains, then sit down to this meal of: sesame-crusted Asian tofu with garlic-fried wild rice; enchiladas suizas with cheese and roasted vegetables; and orecchiette pasta with roasted cauliflower and caramelized onions.
While paella may be Spain's most well-known dish, the country has so much more to explore. It’s a culinary dream-spot for trying new flavors and combinations of ingredients. This class will help you discover new favorites, including stuffed piquillo peppers; pan con tomate; grilled shrimp with Romesco sauce; pork marinated in pomegranate and a watercress salad.
Get ready to unleash your sweet tooth in this fun hands-on class dedicated to all things marshmallow! Whether you're a marshmallow aficionado or just looking to learn how to elevate your snack game, this class has something for everyone. In this session, you'll master the art of homemade marshmallows and honey graham crackers. You'll have the chance to choose your marshmallows from three mouth-watering flavors: vanilla bean, espresso, or fresh cinnamon! To take things to the next level, we'll show you how to make chocolate-covered marshmallow cookies, a sweet treat that's sure to impress your friends and family. And of course, no marshmallow adventure would be complete without the ultimate s'mores, where you'll combine everything you've learned into the classic campfire favorite with a gourmet twist.
Ranked as America’s Best Culinary School (USAToday 2019), our roster of Chef-Instructors have run top kitchens around the globe.
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