Illinois Cooking and Culinary Schools

Degree Programs: Culinary Management, Culinary Arts, Baking, Pastry, Restaurant Management, Catering Management, Food & Beverage Management...
Largest Cities: Aurora, Bloomington, Burbank, Calumet, Carol Stream, Carpentersville, Chicago, Cicero, Elgin, Joliet, Naperville, Peoria, Rockford, Springfield, Waukegan...

Illinois became the 21st state in the Union in 1818 and soon thereafter put forth arguably the most revered US president in history; Abraham Lincoln. Today it is a state shaped by continuing innovations, research, and services. There are also a number of highly-respected colleges and universities in Illinois.

For culinary students, Chicago may well be one of the best cities to study in. The Windy City attracts chefs from all over the world, and there are different restaurants to suit every taste.

National Programs: The following schools are accepting students from across the country.

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The Art Institutes

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

The Art Institutes offers associate, bachelor and certificate programs that specialize in culinary arts, baking and pastry. Who will create tomorrow's cuisines? It could be you.

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Le Cordon Bleu

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

For more than a century, it has been the mission of Le Cordon Bleu to promote a worldwide appreciation of and encourage excellence in the culinary arts at all levels. We offer comprehensive training in cuisine and pastry to culinary professionals and enthusiasts, as well as degrees in several hospitality disciplines and a Master of Arts in Gastronomy.

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The French Pastry School

Chicago, IL US

About: The French Pastry School at City Colleges of Chicago is distinguished as one of the leading professional pastry schools in the country. Established in 1995, the school is owned by world renowned pastry chefs Jacquy Pfeiffer and Sebastien Canonne, M.O.F. Come and learn under five of the best and most accomplished pastry chefs in the country. Unlike other schools, ours is dedicated only to the art of pastry. The French Pastry School is dedicated to teaching the skills necessary for you to become a part of the growing and rewarding field of pastry. Teaching all aspects of French pastry from breads, cakes, tarts, ice creams, sorbets, chocolate candies, sugar candies, jams, sugar scultpure and chocolate sculpture. Come and attend our 24 week certificate program, or join us for a 2-3 day class by one of our top visiting chefs including Jean Pierre Wybauw, Didier Rosada, Nicholas Lodge, Stephane Glacier and Emmanuel Ryon.

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Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Chicago

Chicago, IL US

About: The Chicago campus of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts was established in 1983. From the very beginning, we differentiated ourselves from other culinary institutions by using the traditional, European hands-on approach to culinary education, something that was previously difficult to obtain in the Midwest. Today, we are renowned for our culinary programs. Our affiliation with Le Cordon Bleu is a testament to our dedication to culinary excellence. And as the food service industry continues to grow, we are hepling to prepare students in the Chicagoland area for successful careers. From the first students to complete our Professional Cooking Program, graduates have been known to possess the skills the industry needs.

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The Illinois Institute of Art, Culinary Arts - Chicago

Chicago, IL US

About: Get your ticket to culinary career success at The Art Institutes with hot industry based culinary programs in 16 US cities. Programs include: culinary arts, restaurant management, culinary management, and catering management. Highlights: experienced faculty, emphasis on personal instruction, and modern facilities.

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A Taste of Elegance from the Heart of Mexico

Chicago, IL US

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Calphalon Culinary Center, Cooking Classes

Chicago, IL US

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Chez Madelaine Cooking School & Tours

Hinsdale, IL US

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Chopping Block Cooking School

Chicago, IL US

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College of Dupage, Hospitality Administration

Glen Ellyn, IL US

About: State of the art, hospitality industry recognized program. The program is multi-dimensional with majors in Culinary Arts, Pastry Arts, Food Service Administration,Hotel Management and Beverage Mamagement.

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