Holiday Sugar Cookies

Ready to whip up some exciting sugar cookies? Follow the recipe below to make your very own holiday cookies! Once you’re ready to step up your baking game, get in touch to start your new career! Ingredients 1 c whole butter 1 ½ c granulated sugar 3 whole eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 ½ […]

Roasted Chicken Thighs with Braised Cabbage and Roasted Potatoes

Roasted Chicken Thighs Ingredients 4 chicken thighs ¼ cup oil (vegetable, olive, or coconut) 2 tablespoons dry oregano 2 lemons (zest and juice) 1 tablespoon salt (optional) 1 tablespoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon ground coriander Directions Combine all ingredients and marinate for at least 30 minutes (overnight is preferred) Preheat oven to 375°F Heat […]

Community Food Assistance Program for Clark County Residents

Japan Contracted Foods Tour

The Culinary Academy of Las Vegas had the pleasure of hosting a tour at our facility for the Japan Contract Food Service Association. The JCFSA is a non-profit organization, authorized by the Cabinet Office of the Japanese government. It is dedicated to improving food service quality and safety through research and education, as well as […]

Flavors of The Heart event

Flavors of The Heart event The Culinary Academy of Las Vegas would like to thank everyone who came out for this year’s Flavors of The Heart event! Guests were able to sample many specialties from the 30 plus Chefs who prepared their healthy dishes.

Congratulations Graduates September 2017

Congratulations Graduates September 2017 Congratulations to the recent graduates from our Vesol class! We hope that you take the skills that you’ve learned at The Culinary Academy of Las Vegas and apply them to your careers! We wish you the best of luck.

2017 Teen Cook Competition

2017 Teen Cook Competition Here are some photos from our Teen Cook Competition winners! They are currently completing an internship at The Smith Center. On Friday, in between other intern duties, Kevin Rueda prepared three stuffed chicken breast plates. He was given a mystery basket of ingredients – all of which had to be used. […]

How Our Training and Classes Can Help Those Succeed in Lasting Careers

How Our Training and Classes Can Help Those Succeed in Lasting Careers We all strive and hope for a successful, secure, and happy future. Finding a full-time job in a field that you are passionate about which allows you to live your desired lifestyle, is getting harder and harder to do. Don’t just settle for […]

The Making of a Great Bartender

The Making of a Great Bartender Bartending can be a terrific occupation for the right person. They are responsible for mixing and serving drinks to customers, typically working in bars, restaurants or other licensed establishments. They contribute to the vibe and success of the establishment they are serving at. The most successful bartenders have certain […]

Restaurant Industry Trends for 2017

Restaurant Industry Trends for 2017 The hospitality industry is constantly evolving. With new food trends emerging and consumer preferences constantly changing, working in the hospitality industry can be fun and challenging at the same time. Due to the immense competition in the hospitality industry, it can be difficult to find new and unique ways to […]