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
08/25/2026
Orientation day at MCI is almost here! Don’t forget to RSVP as soon as possible and show up on time. And remember: dress accordingly and bring your curiosity!
Where: Tuyo. Building 9, 8th floor
When: Tuesday, September 1, 2026. 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Our Chairperson, Shelly Fano, welcomes students to the Fall 2026 semester and to the start of an exciting new chapter at Miami Culinary Institute and Miami Hospitality Center.
08/23/2026
☕🥪 The MCI Café will open on Monday, August 24, 2026 at 10 AM for a fresh Fall Semester start!
08/21/2026
We know there’s a lot on your mind right now as you’re about to start. Here’s a sneak peek of what your journey could look like: the basics first, then the heat, then the discipline that turns cooking into second nature. By the end of it, you’re not the same person who walked in on day one.
To everyone starting this journey at Miami Culinary Institute, welcome. The kitchen is yours now
Chef Patty walks us through her Salmon Patties with Creamy Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce, hand-diced salmon seasoned with paprika, Dijon, fresh citrus, and herbs, baked at 425°F until golden, and finished with a Greek yogurt dill sauce that’s as fresh as it is simple
Save this one for your next healthy lunch or dinner.
SALMON PATTIES
• 1 lb. fresh salmon, skinned and de-boned
• ¼ cup green onions, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• ½ jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 egg yolk
• 1½ tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Lemon wedges, for serving
LEMON DILL YOGURT SAUCE
• Greek yogurt
• Lemon zest
• Fresh dill
• Salt & pepper
Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Serve with a big salad.
08/12/2026
This is what a final exam looks like at MCI
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Produced with Chef Golden
Students were asked to prepare and present a dish of their own choosing, bringing everything they had learned throughout the semester.
Garde Manger: the art of the cold kitchen
A cornerstone of culinary training at Miami Culinary Institute, dedicated to cold preparation, appetizers, and buffet presentation — and the techniques that make it all possible.
Congratulations to every student who brought their creativity, dedication, and passion to the buffet. What took place here was more than a class assignment, it was a demonstration of craft, growth, and the professional instincts developed throughout an entire semester of hard work.
Each dish reflected something personal: a creative choice made, a technique mastered, a career beginning to take shape.
At Miami Culinary Institute, experiences like these help students transform classroom learning into meaningful professional and personal growth.
Explore MCI’s programs through the link in our bio.
08/05/2026
The MCI Café is taking a short coffee break!
We'll be back on August 24, 2026, with fresh food, tasty treats, and lots of campus energy. We look forward to welcoming you back then!
From the age of five, Penelope knew exactly what she wanted to become: a chef.
Inspired by cooking shows, connected to her Italian family’s culinary traditions, and determined to honor her grandfather’s legacy by perfecting his lasagna recipe, she turned a childhood dream into a lifelong passion.
At MCI, she found mentors who challenged, encouraged, and equipped her with the skills to transform that passion into a career. We can’t wait to see where her journey takes her.
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Produced with Chef Mike
07/28/2026
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33132
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| Monday | 7am - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 7pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 7pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 7pm |
| Friday | 7am - 7pm |