Miami Culinary Institute
At Miami Culinary Institute, our goal is to arm students with the real-world knowledge and innovative
At Miami Culinary Institute, you will gain the real-world and hands-on knowledge to create a perfect blend of classic skills and innovative techniques used by the world's best chefs. Our two-year Associate in Science degree has been formulated to prepare students of all ages for a dynamic career in culinary arts through engaging instruction by some of the world’s best professional chefs. Centrally
Exploring culture through flavor, technique, and presentation.
Our STAR students are part of MDC’s inclusive culinary training program for students with intellectual disabilities.
In International Cuisine with Chef Vicky, they brought the flavors of India and Spain to life, one beautifully plated dish at a time.
At Miami Culinary Institute, every plate tells a story.
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Produced with Chef Vicky
Great results don’t happen by accident. They are built through practice, patience, repetition, and a commitment to getting better every day.
At Miami Culinary Institute, students learn that every skill, every technique, and every finished dish begins with one simple step: trusting the process.
Trust the process. Trust your growth.
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Produced with Chef Malka .espinel
COMING SOON - Get ready to slice through the ordinary because will be bringing his culinary secrets straight to our campus kitchen — and here’s a first taste of what’s cooking. Are you ready to level up your craft?
Hands-on learning at Miami Culinary Institute is more than an approach to education — it is the foundation of the culinary experience itself.
Through movement, technique, and repetition, students develop their craft by working directly with their hands, transforming knowledge into practice with intention and precision.
05/18/2026
Students from Miami Dade College’s STAR Academy Culinary Arts pathway concluded Garde Manger class with a Grand Buffet presentation.
The presentation showcased the creativity, collaboration, and culinary techniques developed throughout the semester.
The STAR Academy supports students with intellectual disabilities through inclusive academic and career-focused learning experiences
As a Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program, it encourages confidence, independence, and professional growth.
From artistic plating and buffet presentation to teamwork and professionalism, the showcase reflected the dedication, growth, and unique talent of every student.
At the Miami Culinary Institute, experiences like these help students transform classroom learning into meaningful professional and personal growth.
One pan, big flavor, and done in minutes.
These Chicken Fajitas are everything you want in a healthy weeknight meal — vibrant, satisfying, and incredibly easy to pull together. Seasoned with a homemade taco spice blend and roasted to golden perfection, the chicken and veggies practically cook themselves. Finished with a quick lime crema and fresh cilantro, every bite is bold and fresh. Serve in warm corn or flour tortillas.
Save this for your next easy dinner night.
Recipe:
CHICKEN
• Boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
• Homemade taco seasoning (garlic powder, Cuban paprika, oregano, chili powder)
• Salt & freshly ground black pepper
• Drizzle of olive oil
VEGGIES
• Onions, sliced
• Red bell peppers, sliced (or a mix of red, green & yellow)
• Taco seasoning, salt, black pepper & olive oil
LIME CREMA
• Sour cream
• Fresh lime juice
• Salt & black pepper
• Fresh cilantro
FOR SERVING
• Corn or flour tortillas
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish
05/15/2026
05/12/2026
Students from Miami Dade College’s STAR Academy Culinary Arts pathway concluded Garde Manger class with a Grand Buffet presentation. The presentation showcased the creativity, collaboration, and culinary techniques developed throughout the semester.
The STAR Academy supports students with intellectual disabilities through inclusive academic and career-focused learning experiences. As a Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program, it encourages confidence, independence, and professional growth.
From artistic plating and buffet presentation to teamwork and professionalism, the showcase reflected the dedication, growth, and unique talent of every student.
At the Miami Culinary Institute, experiences like these help students transform classroom learning into meaningful professional and personal growth.
05/07/2026
Chef Valeria Perez is an Adjunct Pastry Chef Instructor at the Miami Culinary Institute, bringing a diverse and accomplished background in both culinary arts and hospitality management.
She holds a CAP Pâtisserie from the prestigious École Nationale Supérieure de la Pâtisserie in Yssingeaux, France, a B.S. in Hospitality Management from Florida International University, and a B.A. in Romance Philology from the University of Barcelona.
Her professional experience includes serving as Private Chef for the Inner Wheel Club of Remire-Montjoly, Pastry Chef at MAC & CHOC in France, Food and Beverage Director at Hotel des Roches in French Guiana.
Driven by a passion for teaching, Chef Valeria is dedicated to developing innovative recipes with a particular focus on authentic French pastries and gluten-free options, inspiring students to celebrate the artistry of pâtisserie.
Culinary students from Miami Culinary Institute explored the full journey of food distribution during a behind-the-scenes tour of Sysco South Florida, learning how food moves through every stage before reaching the kitchen.
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Miami, FL
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| Monday | 7am - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 7pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 7pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 7pm |
| Friday | 7am - 7pm |