ACI Graduate Success

Celebrating the achievements of ACI graduates as they turn their culinary passions into successful careers.

ACI Graduate Success

For almost 25 years, Arizona Culinary Institute has proudly watched hundreds of graduates launch successful careers in the culinary world. Our alumni have gone on to work in some of the most acclaimed restaurants across the country, travel the globe, start their own businesses, and even compete on numerous culinary television programs. Their creativity, dedication, and passion continue to inspire us every day.

We invite all graduates to stay connected through our ACI Alumni Facebook page—share your milestones, inspire future culinarians, and let us celebrate your success with you!

Be sure to check out our video testimonials to hear firsthand what ACI has meant to our students and how their experience here helped shape their culinary journeys.

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Scent Psychology

Have you ever been to an open house viewing and the realtor had some fresh cookies baking?  All of the sudden you feel like this could be your home- a place where your family gathers. This isn’t just a fun snack for tours, this is actually a scientifically studied phenomenon

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  • A career in food starts with one visit.

Come experience Arizona Culinary Institute during our July 25 Open House.

✔ Tour our kitchens
✔ Meet our instructors
✔ See students in action
✔ Learn about our programs
✔ Discover what your future could look like

We'd love to show you around.

📅 Saturday, July 25

Schedule your visit today.
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#ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #OpenHouse #ChefSchool #CulinaryArts #BakingAndPastry #FutureChef #ArizonaStudents #PhoenixAZ #FoodCareer #ScheduleATour
  • Drink: Thai Basil Smash

Dish: Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Beef)

Bangkok is loud, vibrant, and full of unforgettable flavors. A Thai Basil Smash blends gin, lime, fresh basil, and a touch of simple syrup into something bright and refreshing. Alongside spicy Pad Kra Pao—savory beef, holy basil, garlic, and chilies served over jasmine rice—it's a pairing that's bold from the very first bite. 🌿🔥

#Bangkok #ThaiFood #ThaiBasilSmash #PadKraPao #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #FridayFlavors
  • Ever wondered what culinary school is really like?

This is your chance to step inside.

Join us July 25 for an Open House where you can walk through our teaching kitchens, meet the chef instructors, and see where students build the skills needed for careers in the culinary industry.

Bring your questions—we'll be happy to answer them.

📅 Saturday, July 25
🍽 Arizona Culinary Institute

Reserve your spot today.
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/tyfxzer

#ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #OpenHouse #CulinaryEducation #FutureChef #CookingSchool #PhoenixFood #CareerTraining #Hospitality #ChefTraining #AZStudents
  • Not all artists use a canvas.

Some create with butter, chocolate, sugar, and flour.

If baking is your passion, learn from experienced chefs in professional kitchens and start building the skills employers are looking for.

Explore Arizona Culinary Institute.
https://azculinary.edu/schedule-a-tour/

#ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #PastryArts #BakingSchool #CakeDecorating #FutureBaker #PastryChef #DessertLovers #HandsOnTraining #CareerEducation #Arizona #FoodCareer #CreativeCareers #ChefLife #ScheduleATour #August31 #LearnToBake
  • Thinking about culinary school?

Join us for our Open House on Saturday, July 25 and see what Arizona Culinary Institute is all about.

✔ Tour our professional kitchens
✔ Meet our chef instructors
✔ Explore our baking & pastry labs
✔ Learn about our 8-month diploma program
✔ Get your questions answered

Sometimes the best way to know if a school is right for you is to experience it in person.

📅 Open House – July 25
📍 Arizona Culinary Institute
🔗 Schedule your visit today.

#ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #OpenHouse #CulinarySchool #ChefLife #FutureChef #PhoenixAZ #ScottsdaleAZ #BakingSchool #CareerTraining #ScheduleATour
  • Not everyone is meant to sit behind a desk.

Some people belong in the kitchen—creating, tasting, learning, and turning passion into a profession.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to show you around.

Schedule your tour:
https://azculinary.edu/schedule-a-tour/

#ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #FutureChef #KitchenLife #HandsOnLearning #CulinaryCareer #ChefSchool #ArizonaEducation #CareerTraining #FoodPassion #CookingLife #RestaurantIndustry #PastryArts #Scottsdale #Phoenix #ScheduleATour #August31
  • Professional chef training starts with getting into the kitchen. If you are ready to learn by doing, Arizona Culinary Institute’s next class starts August 31.

Schedule a tour when it works for you: https://azculinary.edu/schedule-a-tour/
Open House: July 25.

#ChefTraining #CulinarySchool #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #ScottsdaleAZ
  • What does a day at Arizona Culinary Institute look like?

Find out during our Open House on July 25th.

Tour the campus, explore our kitchens, meet instructors, and discover how students build real-world culinary skills through hands-on training.

Can't make it to the event? Schedule a private tour and experience the campus for yourself.

Your future in food starts here.
  • Whitewashed villages. Blue water. A salty breeze. Greece's modern take on a gin & tonic uses Mediterranean botanicals, fresh rosemary, and grapefruit for a crisp, herbaceous cocktail that tastes like summer. Pair it with tender charcoal-grilled octopus finished with lemon, olive oil, and oregano. Simple ingredients. Incredible flavor. 🌊🐙
#Santorini #GreekCuisine #GinAndTonic #GrilledOctopus #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #FridayNight
A career in food starts with one visit. Come experience Arizona Culinary Institute during our July 25 Open House. ✔ Tour our kitchens ✔ Meet our instructors ✔ See students in action ✔ Learn about our programs ✔ Discover what your future could look like We'd love to show you around. 📅 Saturday, July 25 Schedule your visit today. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/tyfxzer #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #OpenHouse #ChefSchool #CulinaryArts #BakingAndPastry #FutureChef #ArizonaStudents #PhoenixAZ #FoodCareer #ScheduleATour
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Drink: Thai Basil Smash

Dish: Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Beef)

Bangkok is loud, vibrant, and full of unforgettable flavors. A Thai Basil Smash blends gin, lime, fresh basil, and a touch of simple syrup into something bright and refreshing. Alongside spicy Pad Kra Pao—savory beef, holy basil, garlic, and chilies served over jasmine rice—it's a pairing that's bold from the very first bite. 🌿🔥

#Bangkok #ThaiFood #ThaiBasilSmash #PadKraPao #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #FridayFlavors
Drink: Thai Basil Smash Dish: Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Beef) Bangkok is loud, vibrant, and full of unforgettable flavors. A Thai Basil Smash blends gin, lime, fresh basil, and a touch of simple syrup into something bright and refreshing. Alongside spicy Pad Kra Pao—savory beef, holy basil, garlic, and chilies served over jasmine rice—it's a pairing that's bold from the very first bite. 🌿🔥 #Bangkok #ThaiFood #ThaiBasilSmash #PadKraPao #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #FridayFlavors
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Ever wondered what culinary school is really like? This is your chance to step inside. Join us July 25 for an Open House where you can walk through our teaching kitchens, meet the chef instructors, and see where students build the skills needed for careers in the culinary industry. Bring your questions—we'll be happy to answer them. 📅 Saturday, July 25 🍽 Arizona Culinary Institute Reserve your spot today. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/tyfxzer #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #OpenHouse #CulinaryEducation #FutureChef #CookingSchool #PhoenixFood #CareerTraining #Hospitality #ChefTraining #AZStudents
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Not all artists use a canvas. Some create with butter, chocolate, sugar, and flour. If baking is your passion, learn from experienced chefs in professional kitchens and start building the skills employers are looking for. Explore Arizona Culinary Institute. https://azculinary.edu/schedule-a-tour/ #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #PastryArts #BakingSchool #CakeDecorating #FutureBaker #PastryChef #DessertLovers #HandsOnTraining #CareerEducation #Arizona #FoodCareer #CreativeCareers #ChefLife #ScheduleATour #August31 #LearnToBake
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Thinking about culinary school? Join us for our Open House on Saturday, July 25 and see what Arizona Culinary Institute is all about. ✔ Tour our professional kitchens ✔ Meet our chef instructors ✔ Explore our baking & pastry labs ✔ Learn about our 8-month diploma program ✔ Get your questions answered Sometimes the best way to know if a school is right for you is to experience it in person. 📅 Open House – July 25 📍 Arizona Culinary Institute 🔗 Schedule your visit today. #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #OpenHouse #CulinarySchool #ChefLife #FutureChef #PhoenixAZ #ScottsdaleAZ #BakingSchool #CareerTraining #ScheduleATour
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Not everyone is meant to sit behind a desk. Some people belong in the kitchen—creating, tasting, learning, and turning passion into a profession. If that sounds like you, we'd love to show you around. Schedule your tour: https://azculinary.edu/schedule-a-tour/ #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #FutureChef #KitchenLife #HandsOnLearning #CulinaryCareer #ChefSchool #ArizonaEducation #CareerTraining #FoodPassion #CookingLife #RestaurantIndustry #PastryArts #Scottsdale #Phoenix #ScheduleATour #August31
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Professional chef training starts with getting into the kitchen. If you are ready to learn by doing, Arizona Culinary Institute’s next class starts August 31.

Schedule a tour when it works for you: https://azculinary.edu/schedule-a-tour/
Open House: July 25.

#ChefTraining #CulinarySchool #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #ScottsdaleAZ
Professional chef training starts with getting into the kitchen. If you are ready to learn by doing, Arizona Culinary Institute’s next class starts August 31. Schedule a tour when it works for you: https://azculinary.edu/schedule-a-tour/ Open House: July 25. #ChefTraining #CulinarySchool #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #ScottsdaleAZ
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What does a day at Arizona Culinary Institute look like?

Find out during our Open House on July 25th.

Tour the campus, explore our kitchens, meet instructors, and discover how students build real-world culinary skills through hands-on training.

Can't make it to the event? Schedule a private tour and experience the campus for yourself.

Your future in food starts here.
What does a day at Arizona Culinary Institute look like? Find out during our Open House on July 25th. Tour the campus, explore our kitchens, meet instructors, and discover how students build real-world culinary skills through hands-on training. Can't make it to the event? Schedule a private tour and experience the campus for yourself. Your future in food starts here.
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Whitewashed villages. Blue water. A salty breeze. Greece's modern take on a gin & tonic uses Mediterranean botanicals, fresh rosemary, and grapefruit for a crisp, herbaceous cocktail that tastes like summer. Pair it with tender charcoal-grilled octopus finished with lemon, olive oil, and oregano. Simple ingredients. Incredible flavor. 🌊🐙
#Santorini #GreekCuisine #GinAndTonic #GrilledOctopus #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #FridayNight
Whitewashed villages. Blue water. A salty breeze. Greece's modern take on a gin & tonic uses Mediterranean botanicals, fresh rosemary, and grapefruit for a crisp, herbaceous cocktail that tastes like summer. Pair it with tender charcoal-grilled octopus finished with lemon, olive oil, and oregano. Simple ingredients. Incredible flavor. 🌊🐙 #Santorini #GreekCuisine #GinAndTonic #GrilledOctopus #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #FridayNight
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