Short Programs

To inspire 'the Chef within' we are pleased to offer the following speciality short programs throughout the year:

In addition to our casual gourmet classes above, Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts also provides short career programs and upgrades courses.

MASTER FOOD STYLING WORKSHOP

Recognized culinary professional and food stylist Lisa Golden Schroeder teaches this unique Master Food Styling class. This will be the first time Lisa brings this intensive class to Canada. This 2-day class, which will offer both demonstration and hands-on learning, is geared towards culinary professionals and students with an interest in food styling for print, television and film. It will be especially helpful for people with some experience in the food styling industry.

Students will learn about:

• current trends in commercial food communications and food photography

• the important role a food stylist plays and what they need to know

• developing essential styling techniques

• working effectively as part of a studio team

• tips for breaking into the business

Lisa Golden Schroeder celebrates 26 years this year in the food business. She holds a B.S. degree in Food Science and Nutrition + an advanced diploma from Ecole de Cuisine La Varenne in Paris, France. Her styling career began in recipe/food journalism and corporate test kitchen work, but quickly moved into food photography. Learning the art and craft of food styling became a focus of her business for over 20 years. She maintains a successful styling and food consulting business, but also runs www.foodesigns.com, an online resource for food photography professionals. Believing in the importance of mentoring and coaching, Lisa devotes a large part of her time to teaching this hard to learn business.

Date: Friday, October 24th and Saturday, October 25th, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (2 Class - Total 14 Hours plus one hour for lunch each day)
Cost: $750.00 per person + $50 Lab Fee + 5% GST [Total: $840.00]

Please download our 2008 Short Programs Registration Form and fax the completed form to 604-734-4408. You may also return by mail or to our Administration Office in person.

Upgrade Courses

These courses are available for professionals currently working in the food industry who wish to learn more about specific topics. Upgrade courses are available one-on-one or for groups and can be scheduled to accommodate work commitments.

To enquire about start dates, costs and availability, please contact our Admissions Office at 604-734-4488.