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Nestled amidst Sedona's majestic red rocks and the expansive Coconino National Forest, Seven Canyons presents more than a luxurious golf retreat; it offers an unparalleled dining experience at the newly unveiled Seasons at Seven Canyons. With renovations enhancing its Southwest charm, Seasons introduces guests to a world where cuisine and nature blend seamlessly. The restaurant's design—a

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I come from a hotel and resort background. I worked at a 5-star resort for over 14yrs. I’m considered a jack of all trades because I can, and have, done it all. But even as a younger cook, I had always wanted to learn as much as possible about each station in the pastry kitchen, work

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I’m 42 years old, and I’m not too proud to admit that as cliché as it sounds, “40” hit me like a ton of bricks. Long story short, I’m trying to slowly make some dietary changes because if I reach my ultimate goal of living forever, I should probably start to look a little closer at

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One of my favorite poems, "The Road Not Taken,” was written by Robert Frost in 1915. Although created to comically represent the indecision between two hiking enthusiasts on which path to take, this poem has, over the years, become contentious. I, for one, take it seriously. The last three lines of this poem read as follows:

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Can we rely on that feeling deep in our stomachs? That feeling gives us an overwhelming sensation to urge us in one direction. Can we make solid decisions off this instinct, this internal intuition? No, that deep rumble inside you isn't a hunger pain. It's your gut instinct telling you to listen. We all try to

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Hello ACI family! Happy New Year! I hope your 2023 is off to a great start. I just wanted to say hello. It’s that crazy time of year here in the Valley where every major event is getting ready to start and all the seasonal residents are back in town. Work opportunities are plentiful right now

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Friday, December 2, 2022 1:00 pm - McDowell Mountain Community Church, 10700 N 124th St, Scottsdale, AZ 852592:00-3:00 pm - Reception at Arizona Culinary Institute. 10585N 114th Street. Scottsdale AZ, 85259 ACI Graduation Program (12-22-2)

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Hello ACI family! I got more feedback from my last newsletter post alone than adding together all the feedback I’ve ever gotten from every other newsletter I’ve ever written combined together. Several people even stopped and chatted with me or sent me emails about my coconut story in the last newsletter, so I figured maybe you’d

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Everybody who comes to culinary school wants to be the next great chef or baker. They want to post amazing culinary delights to their social media. They want all their friends and family to “ooohh” and “aaaahhh” over their dishes. Then they start culinary school and realize that they aren’t doing it exactly right and that

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I’m often asked about our students here at ACI. What ages, where from, reasons for attending, what backgrounds, etc. There are as many answers to those questions as there are individuals who are currently enrolled but I’ll try to generalize a little. We have many young students joining us soon after high school. Surely in great

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