Mango Kiwi Tart

When Hyde Park and Greystone students come together, you better believe something sweet will come out of it! Joshua Osamor, Jessica Wang, and Juwairiyah Motiwal, all current CIA students, worked together to create this mango and kiwi tart. A cardamom sablée is filled with a mango compote and kiwi crêmeux, […]

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are a staple on any Thanksgiving table, and these mashed sweet potatoes get layers of flavor from garlic and sage-infused brown butter and nuts. Check out this video to see how CIA student Sherry Brubaker prepares our mashed sweet potatoes. She had almonds on hand, but any type […]

Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée

This recipe combines the classic crème brûlée with the popular pumpkin spice flavor we all know and love (especially in lattes!). Don’t let its reputation as a high-end dessert fool you—crème brûlée is actually not too difficult to make! In fact, baking and pastry students learn to make it in […]

Taco Tuesday Inspiration: Fish Tacos

Kick your taco Tuesday up a notch with these crispy, tender, flavorful Baja-style fish tacos. Our students used cod in this recipe with a beer batter made using beer from the Brewery at the CIA—but your favorite white fish will do! It’s all tied together with a chipotle crema.