
Plated Traditions Culinary Experiences
A course aimed for those with average and above average interests in food and the culinary experience
Master the art of cooking with the help of brilliant chef-instructors from The Culinary Institute of America. Whether you're new to cooking or an experienced home cook, you'll find techniques to take your skills to the next level. These six innovative and practical courses, filmed on location at the CIA’s campus in Napa Valley, are your chance to bring the culinary school experience into the comfort of your own home.
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A course aimed for those with average and above average interests in food and the culinary experience
Discover how you can incorporate one of the world’s most heart-healthy and delicious styles of cooking into your everyday meals with this recipe-filled course presented by a chef-instructor at The Culinary Institute of America.
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