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CIA for Food Enthusiasts
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CIA for Food Enthusiasts
CIA for Food Enthusiasts
CIA for Food Enthusiasts

CIA Foodies

Experience the World of Food with the Culinary Institute of America

If you love food, you’re in the right place! Welcome to CIA for Enthusiasts, a place where you can cook, eat, celebrate, and learn at our campuses. From hands-on public cooking classes to exceptional dining experiences, CIA invites you to discover your inner chef with us.

Four Culinary Destinations

CIA New York - Hyde Park, NY

CIA New York
Hyde Park, NY

In the beautiful Hudson Valley.

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CIA at Copia - Napa, CA

CIA at Copia
Napa, CA

In bustling downtown Napa.

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CIA Greystone - St. Helena, CA

CIA Greystone
St. Helena, CA

In the stunning Napa Valley.

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CIA Texas - San Antonio

CIA Texas
San Antonio, TX

In the action-packed Pearl District.

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Take A Class at CIA

Take a Class

Hands-on, multi-day signature CIA Boot Camps, single-day classes, and beverage classes with CIA chef-instructors in state-of-the-art kitchens. Take a class that dives into distinct cuisines or helps you develop proper techniques in the kitchen.

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Dine With Us

Elegant fine dining and elevated casual experiences brought to you by the students and faculty at CIA with locations in the Hudson Valley, Napa Valley, and San Antonio.

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Dine With Us at CIA

 

Celebrate Something Special at CIA

Celebrate Something Special

Unique, food-centric weddings, special occasions, celebrations, corporate events, meetings and more offered at multiple locations with a variety of different spaces.

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At CIA, a not-for-profit college, more than 90% of our students receive scholarships and other forms of financial aid. Your patronage helps support this important priority, ensuring students can realize their dreams of attending the world’s premier culinary college. If you are interested in enrolling in one of our degree programs at CIA, check out our college offerings. Learn more >
Happy Smiling Students are Thankful

 

“San Antonio, count your blessings and shout HALLELUJAH!!! We are so lucky to have CIA in our city. I have taken weekend classes at CIA numerous times and it never disappoints.”
—Sonia H.
“CIA doesn’t disappoint. Been here in the past for some of their art exhibits. I love how they combine art, food and wine in such a fantastic way. Went to their 3D dinner which was a dinner intricately woven into a movie at your table.”
—Linda H.
“What a fabulous institution and campus to visit and tour. So envious of those who get to study here. Located along the Hudson River, lush green everywhere, contemporary facilities, and the streets and parking lots named after food.”
—Latha P.

What’s Cooking at CIA?

Unlock Your Inner Chef with DISH

Unlock the Ultimate Experience for Home Chefs with DISH

Save 20% and get access to all our recipes, videos, guides, Q&As, menu plans, exclusive deals, and more. Start your seven-day free trial today and we’ll also send you a free apron!

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Cocktail Class Series at CIA at Copia

Cocktail Class Series at CIA at Copia

CIA at Copia’s Beverage Director Traci Dutton has assembled a bright, crisp, and punchy selection of beverage experiences to bring out the inner mixologist in all of us. A dash of demonstration, a splash of technique, and a full glass of fun all evening.

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Brew U at CIA

Brew U at CIA

We are excited to bring back the annual Brew U festival on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at The Egg in the Student Commons at CIA’s Hyde Park, NY campus. Brew U is an exciting beer festival that will combine sampling from top breweries—including CIA’s brewery—with incredible food from CIA and fun, educational seminars for beer and culinary enthusiasts.

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