Welcome to the Culinary Institute
The Culinary Institute at Indian River State College combines elements of artistry, business, and leadership skills to prepare you for a rewarding career in the culinary industry.
The purpose of The Culinary Institute at Indian River State College is to become the leading resource for restaurant management and culinary arts training and education on the Treasure Coast for both students and the community. Your educational experience is our most important focus and our commitment to our students is carried through in everything we do.
Corned Beef and Cabbage Wrap
What do you do with all that delicious left over corned beef and cabbage? Make a wrap of course...… [more]
Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, and Onions
Delicious roasted potatoes to accompany any roasted meat.… [more]
How to Boil an Egg
Eggs are a rich source of protein and vitamins and are generally healthy to eat, unless you have a high… [more]
Culinary Institute Classes Coming to Stuart Campus
Starting in May, 2012, The Culinary Institute at IRSC will begin offering classes at the Chastain Campus in Stuart located at 2400 SE Salerno Road. Attend an Information Session on Monday, April 16 at 6 p.m. in the Johnson Auditorium, located inside the Clare & Gladys Wolf High-Technology Center on the Chastain Campus, to find out how Martin County residents can get their career cooking! This event is free to the public and will offer program information, financial aid information, and delicious food samples prepared by current culinary students. Call 772-226-2511 or email culinary@irsc.edu for more information.
Watch “Sustainable Garden” Grow
IRSC Culinary Institute Director Debbie Midkiff and students have been busy harvesting fall herbs and getting the garden ready for winter.
Follow our progress as we provide photo updates every couple of months!
Demonstrate Your Skills in Competition
The IRSC Culinary Institute competes in regional Culinary Arts Competition. In addition, the Institute sponsors local culinary competition for Treasure Coast high schools in Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie counties.
Students Prepare Delicious Food Samples for Culinary Showcase
First and second semester students in The Culinary Institute at IRSC prepared delicious sweet and savory food samples for over 80 community residents at the Institute’s annual Student Showcase and Open House on March 1.
Students in Baking Class Fry Up Sugary Yumminess!
Students in the Spring semester Quantity Baking class practiced their donut-making techniques, producing some delicious confections that would rival any professional!
Fall Garde Manger Students Sculpt Cool Designs!
Students in the Fall Garde Manger class worked on their ice carving skills and created some “cool” designs!
