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 What People are Saying about the Culinary Arts Program

“Great instruction along with hands on experience makes the class so interesting and fun. You get to eat what you make and it's the best food I've ever eaten! I really can't believe that I learned how to cook so well.”
Mike, student enrolled in evening classes

“For many, the program makes economic sense. The price per unit is $20 which ends up costing students about $1000 for the two-year program. And every year the college has a food and wine fund raiser to send four students to study with Italian chefs.”
Lyanne Melendez, Channel 7 ABC news education reporter

“As a high school student, this class taught me a lot of new things thoroughly. I learned something new and exciting in each session and got college credit too!”
Reneda, high school student enrolled in evening classes.

“My goal is to change four lives and hopefully those lives will come back and change others.”
Nader Sharkes, Culinary Arts Department Chair on the scholarship program he founded

“To have that on your resume, to be able to say that you have studied in Italy and have a certificate from there will make a tremendous difference when I’m trying to find a job.”
Kimberly Hernandez, student and scholarship winner to study in Italy

“One of the Bay Area’s best kept secrets.”
Michael Finney, Channel 7 ABC news food reporter on the student-run Four Seasons Restaurant

“I’ve gotten numerous job offers. It’s just hard to pick which one that’s best for me. You know, one that can actually improve my skills.”
David Yulp, student

“I am excited. It’s like a dream come true. I sacrificed a lot to be in this program, but now I’m happy. It’s a decision that I do not regret.”
Somnan Saengsourith, student and scholarship winner to study in Italy

“This class is a joy! The chef makes you comfortable, makes learning how to cook so easy and knows everyone by first name. We all started as strangers and by the end of the course we are all friends. Sometimes I just don't want to leave.”
Lizette, student enrolled in evening classes.