Being a trained chef entails far more than simply being able to prepare sumptuous food. Putting in long hours under duress, delivering dishes swiftly without sacrificing quality, and avoiding risks are some of the challenges that professional chefs face in the kitchen. Along with hard work and creativity, it requires talent to continue rising the career ladder. Long hours, relentless pressure, and a competitive, frightening workplace are all hallmarks of the chef’s life. Working to progress in your career in these circumstances can be difficult, but not impossible. With a few add-on skills and revisiting the basics, the ones aspiring...

Establishing a career as a culinary expert necessitates perseverance and effort due to the nature of the work. However, if you love cooking at home, have a natural interest in food, and enjoy cooking for others, you could be a good fit for a career in the culinary arts courses in India. Whereas the path from novice to expert differs for each individual, they can gain their rank via professional experience and, in many cases, formal instruction at a culinary school. Some chefs will do traditional apprenticeships at restaurants or hotels under the supervision of a chef-mentor. In addition, some...

The Baking sector is a huge umbrella which includes multiple specialised divisions, be it breads, pastries, chocolate, candy making or customised cakes.  The scope for a student pursuing a career in the industry is very versatile in terms of job opportunities. The industry is no more confined to the hotels, restaurants and the standalone outlets. The requirement for the skilled professional has been found in the airline kitchens, cruise lines, event catering, hospitals as well as the corporate kitchens. As per the report by Imarc group, the baking sector in India has reached a value of USD 10.2 billion in...

There has been a paradigm shift from women being addressed as homemakers to home bakers and entrepreneurs, all thanks to the bakery market. Bakery is one of the largest markets of the food processing sector in India. The Indian bakery industry offers a plethora of opportunities for growth, innovation, and career prospects. Due to this very reason, over the years, there has been a noteworthy surge in entrepreneurial endeavors in the sector. While home baking was an easy resort to chase one’s dreams, digital disruption coupled with the pandemic-induced social distancing norms have further boosted the sector. Consequently, home bakers...

Amid the pandemic, baking was one of the many sectors that saw a spike as many turned to this — as a hobby and a profession — boosting the market.   As soon as we hear the word ‘baking’, images of cakes, pastries, puffs, biscuits, doughnuts, pop right in front of our eyes and leave our mouths salivating. The credit for this goes to skilled bakers who leave no stone unturned to bring to the table not only aesthetically presented delicacies but sumptuous treats that please our taste buds as well. Bakery gaining prominence as a profession Passé are the...

Chef Eureka Araujo shares an easy recipe to make almond sponge and mango cake at home. This festive season, soak in the delightful flavours of the month. Pineapple and almond sponge are sure to leave you spellbound with an enthralling sensory experience and a mouthwatering appeal. This delicate cake is brimming with delicious mango curd, which perfectly pairs with soft coconut buttercream. Thankfully, it isn’t a difficult cake to make, especially with all the fun you’re having with family; this cake won’t make you skip a beat for a second. However, one may not be ready to resist biting into...

Academy of Pastry and Culinary Arts (APCA) The Academy of Pastry and Culinary Arts (APCA) was founded in Malaysia in 2010. It quickly spread to other nations such as Singapore, the Philippines, Indonesia, and India. APCA has three centres in India, with locations in Mumbai, Delhi NCR, and Bangalore. Previously known as the Academy of Pastry Arts, it was renamed the Academy of Pastry and Culinary Arts after the addition of Culinary studies. On top of a dual undergraduate degree in both pastry and culinary, the Academy offers full-time and part-time Culinary and Pastry courses. It is one of India’s...

Culinary Schools are a good way to learn the art and craft of cooking for all those people who want to step into the professional world of cooking. The training provided in such schools provides you with all the culinary tips and tricks and prepares you to survive in the competitive world of cooking. Cooking is such a field that only the best ones survive in this industry. These schools, by using the blended method of theoretical and practical teaching, help you to face challenges in the industry and provide you with the required skill-set to start your own business...

Chef Zarar Khan shares that “it is critical to understand the ingredients to provide justice for your recipe; hence there are certain bases on which chickens can be characterized.” Chicken is one of the most popular meats, liked by eminent chefs and home cooks alike worldwide. However, the immense global popularity that chicken enjoys makes one wonder what may be the reason. From easy availability to great taste or its versatility are some of the distinguishing features of chicken meat. Every chef seeks to enhance the flavours of the dish they make. An important factor that can help you improve...