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May - August 2008 Course Topics > Culinary Institute of Charleston Continuing Education Courses
Culinary Institute of Charleston Continuing Education Courses

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The Culinary Institute of Charleston provides a wide array of both credit and continuing education offerings to meet the diverse training needs of the tourism industry. The Institute's credit programs include TTC's existing associate degree and certificate programs in culinary arts, hospitality and tourism, as well as other advanced certification opportunities. The continuing education programs vary with each semester and include community interest sessions as well as specific industry training workshops.

GENERAL INFORMATION  

  • Course Information: 843.574.6655
  • Registration: 843.574.6152 or http://www.tridenttech.edu/1453.htm
  • Proper Attire: Long sleeves, long pants and closed-toe shoes
  • Recipes: http://www.tridenttech.edu/culinary_institute_of_charleston_3833.htm
  • Location of Courses: 
        Culinary Institute of Charleston (Bldg. 920), TTC's Main Campus
        Please use the College Drive entrance. 
        Call 843.574.6568 the day the course begins for the room assignment.
        Click MAP for directions.

  •  Beverages - Educational

    Master Mixology

    Become a master mixologist. Learn to prepare and serve perfect cocktails from a spirits industry expert, who will teach you to prepare traditional cocktails as well as explore new trends in the spirits industry. You must be 21 years old to register.
    XPOC 507-501
    XPOC 507-502

    6/2-5
    8/4-7

    MTWTh
    MTWTh

    6:30-10 p.m.
    6:30-10 p.m.

    $149
    $149


     Cooking with Class

    Cooking with Herbs

    Join Celia Cerasoli for a trip to the Institute's herb garden to select the flavors for class. Fresh herbs highlight this menu. Participation

    XPOC 622-501

    6/14

    S

    10 a.m.-1 p.m.

    $59

    M

    Cooking with Pasta

    Mastering the art of making fresh pasta is easy with experienced teacher and restaurateur Celia Cerasoli. From rolled and shaped to stuffed, fresh pasta is in the spotlight.

    XPOC 621-501

    6/28 

    S

    10 a.m.-1 p.m.

    $59

    M

    Fresh Catch

    The Mustard Seed group of restaurants is known for its seafood dishes, and Longpoint Grill is no exception. Let the Grill’s executive chef, Jason Ulak, teach you the secrets to some of his favorites. Participation

    XPOC 624-501

    7/26

    S

    10 a.m.-1 p.m.

    $59

    M

    Simply French

    The Simply Series with Deidre Schipani builds cooking skills through techniques. The Simply French menu: cheese souffle, mesclun salad with mustard vinaigrette, and tarte a la minute. Demonstration/Participation

    XPOC 620-501

    6/21

    S

    10 a.m.-1 p.m.

    $59

    M

    Simply Vegetables

    Build cooking skills using vegetables with this course in the Simply Series with Deidre Schipani.  Demonstration/Participation 

    XPOC  619-501

    7/12

    S

    10 a.m.-1 p.m.

    $59

    M

    Small Plates

    Join Longpoint Grill Executive Chef Jason Ulak in the kitchen to explore an array of delicious small plates. Whether you use them for a light lunch, first course or a tapas party, small plates can become clever and convenient additions to your culinary standbys. Participation 

    XPOC 623-501

    7/19

    S

    10 a.m.-1 p.m.

    $59

    M


    Culinary Publications

    Writing a Cookbook for Publication

    You can make money by publishing a cookbook. Learn how to write a cookbook proposal, develop a recipe and write it for publication, and run a test kitchen. Look at publishing house and self-publishing options. With 20 years of experience in print journalism, instructor Marion Sullivan is the "Books for Cooks" columnist for The Post and Courier and food editor for Charleston Magazine and Charleston HOME. She is co-author of Nathalie Dupree’s Shrimp and Grits Cookbook, project consultant on Magnolia's Uptown/Down South Southern Cuisine, Entertaining at the College of Charleston and Louis Osteen’s Charleston Cuisine, and the source of recipe development for numerous Nathalie Dupree projects.

    XPOC 596-501

      6/9

     

    6:30-9 p.m.

    $59

    M


    'Tween and Teen Cuisine

    Visit Kids' College for summer cooking courses.

     

     

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