A unique aspect of our innovative curriculum is the annual Joseph Hoare Gastronomic Writer-In-Residence (JHGWIR) program, which offers students the opportunity to learn first-hand from an experienced food writing professional.
Meet Ashley and Mike Fry from our Class of 2015! They first met at Stratford Chefs School; now they’re married and proud co-owners and chefs of Poppy’s Bagel and Bakery, Waterloo.
A student’s Gastronomy assignment investigates how community gardening works and the impact it has on local food insecurity issues.
Our annual Escoffier dinner is an eagerly anticipated event in December that pays homage to the culinary legacy of Auguste Escoffier. Join us!
A new School year begins! Orientation week kicks things off before classes and dinner labs officially begin. Learn more about what our students learn during their jam-packed Orientation agenda.
“Food is an artistic expression.” Alumni Feature: Meet The Panetteria’s dynamic baking duo – and Stratford Chefs School Alumni – Anna Marano and Simon Briggs.
Plus, a favourite School recipe!
In Gastronomy, our students reflect on the food world and investigate Canadian food production, sustainability, and consumption issues, such as the chronic labour shortage in agri-food production.
This week, our Alumni spotlight is on Matthew James Duffy (Class of 2008), Chef and Baking Professor, sourdough micro-bakery owner, online educator, pizza fanatic and family man.
In Gastronomy students reflect on the food world and investigate Canadian food production and consumption issues, like maple syrup rebels in Quebec. Learn more on our blog!
This week, our Alumni spotlight is on Adam Brenner, Class of 2006, Chef-Owner of a thriving local catering business and retail store in New Hamburg, Ontario. Plus, a timeless dessert recipe!
We love to share Alumni success stories! Meet Brett Healey, chef-owner of The Fall Bright Tavern, named a top restaurant of 2024 by Toronto Life.
Stratford Chefs School is a path to many food career options, from artisanal food producer to executive chef to recipe tester. Learn more in our webinar video!