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Did you know that oats didn't arrive in the U.S. until 1602, when a sea captain planted them off the coast of Massachusetts? |
Personal Chef Programs
The Personal Chef Home Study Program is the most complete and comprehensive correspondence course ever developed for the personal chef industry. It represents the culmination of 20 years of real-world experience from thousands of successful personal chefs.
If time is a consideration and you are a visual learner who likes the interaction of a classroom environment, then the Quick Start program is the ticket.
This program is a condensed version of the Undergraduate Program and bridges the gap between the Quick Start and the Undergraduate programs.
If you have the passion and ability to create wonderful meals, are interested in true business independence and enjoy the dynamics of group learning, then our Undergraduate Course is your ticket to success. | |
Culinary Business Academy
4801 Lang Av NE, Suite 110
Albuquerque, NM 87109 :: 800-747-2433 |
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Greetings!
Happy New Year!!
Our best wishes to you for the new year. May all your dreams come true and your goals be achieved! 2011 brings our latest class offering called " Dinner Parties For Fun And Profit". This one day experience will teach you how to orchestrate a fine dining dinner party experience or an interactive dinner party and all combinations in-between. The initial class will be offered Saturday February 26th at the Culinary Institute of Virginia (CIV). Seating is limited to 15 and is expected to fill quickly. Tuition is $395. To enroll, please contact CIV directly at 866-619-2433 or visit them at www.chefva.com.
"The affordability of the Personal Chef Home Study program was certainly a factor in my decision to purchase. I can honestly say that I was very impressed with the program and materials. This course covered every small and large detail about how to start and operate a personal chef business. I would not change a single thing, nor can I think of anything else you could possible add to make it better. Thank you for all the assistance."
Adrienne Vincenti, California (October 2010) Turn your passion into your profession; turn your passion into profits! |
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Mark Tafoya
New York, NY
Established 2004
Mark has taught French, performed on and off Broadway, was a freelance writer and has experience with independent film making. "I was at a point where I was not advancing in my acting career, and I wanted to leave before I ended up hating it" Mark said. He became involved with food innocently enough by doing a few dinner parties for a friend, and before long the demands started to mount up. Mark had found a passion and an untapped resource. He came across the Culinary Business Academy and thought to himself, 'this is pretty much what I've begun doing . . . maybe they can help me reach my full potential".
Mark attended the Personal Chef Undergraduate Course and has never looked back. Mark never settles for average. He has achieved Certified Personal Chef status, has taught many continuing education courses at the United States Personal Chef Association national conference and has absolutely mastered the art of marketing in virtually every format. He has also been recognized in Personal Chef Magazine as our featured chef.
Advice from Mark: "Get the training, then adapt it to fit your specialties and lifestyle - and trust in yourself!" |
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Professional Training Updates
2 day Personal Chef Quick Start Program
"I selected the two day in-person live training because I felt it fit my needs best. I enjoy the interaction with other students and an instructor. I also wanted to complete my training as quickly as possible, so this was a perfect course. This was a great class, well presented and answered my questions completely. The personal chef guest speaker was a treat also. You can put me down as completely satisfied with the program and my experience with the organization. I would recommend this program to anyone considering a move into this field." Catlyn Vickers, Oregon (attended program in Denver - October 2010)
Upcoming Quick Start Programs: January 29-30, 2011 - Austin, TX
February 19-20, 2011 - Oakland, CA
March 5-6, 2011 - Pittsburgh, PA
March 12-13, 2011 - Oakland, CA
Expanded Quick Start Program: April 1-3, 2011 (2 1/2 day program) - Denver, CO
Personal Chef Dynamics ProgramJanuary 21-23, 2011 - Tucson, AZMarch 25-27, 2011 - Austin, TX
5 day Personal Chef Undergraduate Course "I already have plenty of culinary experience and was a little concerned this class would be duplication. It was not. This class covered all the administrative and marketing elements needed to compliment good cooking abilities. All of my questions were answered in full detail with plenty of examples and real-life how-to direction. I finish this class knowing I am now fully prepared to launch my own Personal Chef Service. Excellent class - thank you for the opportunity."
Joseph Trotta, Florida (attended Undergraduate Course in Atlanta, GA - November 2010)
Upcoming Undergraduate Programs: February 7-11, 2011 - Atlanta, GA
March 7-11, 2011 - Tucson, AZ
April 11-15, 2011 - Atlanta, GA
The Culinary Business Academy is the only provider of professional personal chef business training licensed by a Private Post-Secondary Commission On Higher Education. Our curriculum, syllabus, instructors and techniques are reviewed annually to maintain our educator status. |
January is: National Oatmeal Month! It also is known as National Soup Month, National Hot Tea Month, and National Fiber Focus Month. Specific dates include:
Jan 6 Bean Day Jan 16 Hot and Spicy Food International Day
Jan 23 National Pie Day
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Personal Chef Recipe of the Month

Sausage Sauce with Polenta
Rich tomato and Italian sausage sauce served with polenta
Servings: 4
Ingredients
SAUSAGE SAUCE 1 pound Italian sausage 1 1/2 cups onion, diced 1 cup white wine 1 cup water 1 teaspoon beef base (or bouillon) 6 ounces tomato paste 1 teaspoon oregano leaf 1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves black pepper, ground - to taste
POLENTA 1 cup polenta 2/3 cup milk 3 cupa chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon garlic - minced 1/2 teaspoon salt white pepper 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese - grated 1/2 tablespoon parsley, fresh - chopped
Sauce production: Remove the sausage from the casings and crumble into a 10-inch skillet over high to medium-high heat. Cook until brown and crumbly (about 5-7 minutes). Discard the excess fat* (if necessary). Add the onions and stir until lightly browned (about 5 minutes). Add the wine, water, beef base, tomato paste, oregano and thyme. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until reduced to 3 cups (about 10 minutes). Season to taste with black pepper. Polenta preparation: In a 3- or 4-quart pan, mix the polenta with the milk, chicken broth and water until smooth. Add the garlic and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring, until the polenta becomes thick and creamy (about 8 to 10 minutes). Season to taste with additional salt and some white pepper. Makes 4 cups.
Place the polenta into containers and top evenly with the sausage sauce. Garnish with the Parmesan and chopped parsley.
Heating Instructions Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Place in the microwave and heat using 50% power for 4-5 minutes or until hot throughout. Until next time . . . Happy Cooking!
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