Simple, sophisticated, and casual yet elegant–the word “bistro” evokes a plethora of romantic images and experiences, many of them related to classic French cuisine.

In this 4-day Boot Camp, a CIA Chef Instructor will show you what it takes to prepare this simple, but irresistible, food with ease, offering unique tips and insights you cannot find anywhere else.

Under the Chef’s expert guidance, you will: 

• Practice essential kitchen skills such as mise en place, knife handling, and sanitation. 
• Discuss the staple ingredients and techniques in classic French cuisine. 
• Prepare, present, and taste aromatic soups and stews, rustic omelets, robust gratins, savory tarts, and fresh breads and pastries. 
• Learn to speak like a professional chef, using appropriate terminologies. 

What’s included: 

• All cooking ingredients, tools, and materials. 
• A CIA uniform consisting of a chef’s jacket and cap. 
• A meal prepared by you and your classmates to enjoy every day of class. 
• Recipe booklet to recreate the magic at home. 

What to Bring: 

• Your appetite and enthusiasm for learning! 
• Closed-toe shoes for kitchen safety. 

Prepare to join your fellow foodies in this one-of-a-kind environment and learn from the best in the industry, right in our CIA kitchens. 

Find your Uniform Size and check out the optional Boot Camp Tool Kits.

Boot Camps include approximately 5 hours of hands-on learning each day. The end of the class is reserved for the final recipe review and the enjoyment of a delicious meal produced during your time in the kitchen.

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