Brightwater NWA

08/05/2026

Learn how Brightwater’s Certified Culinary Medicine Professional (CCMP) program is equipping culinary and food service professionals to expand their skills through evidence-based nutrition and hands-on training, empowering them to support healthier communities through food.

Registration is now open for the Fall 2026 cohort!

Coming this fall semester, Northwest Arkansas culinary students and skilled chefs can participate in a new program that aims to elevate food-service workers’ culinary skills to cater to a wide rang…

08/05/2026

Spots are filling up!

If you’ve been thinking about starting a career in the culinary industry, now is the time to take the next step.

Brightwater is offering FREE training through the B Workforce Program—an intensive 8-week culinary workforce bootcamp led by Chef Simon Brown that combines hands-on instruction with real commercial kitchen experience to prepare you for success in a professional kitchen.

What you’ll gain:
• Hands-on commercial kitchen experience
• Essential culinary and food safety skills
• Teamwork and time management experience
• A strong foundation for entry-level culinary careers

Start Date: August 19 – October 9, 2026
Schedule: Wednesdays–Fridays | 7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: Market Center of the Ozarks - Downtown Springdale
Cost: FREE

If you’re ready to build skills, confidence, and a strong foundation for a culinary career-this program is designed for you.

Apply now, visit secure.touchnet.net/C20691_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=404&SINGLESTORE=true and take the first step toward a career in the culinary industry!

08/04/2026

Ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Become a Certified Culinary Medicine Professional (CCMP) at Brightwater. Fall 2026 enrollment is now open!

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This fall semester, Brightwater at NWACC is offering a program to help elevate food-service workers’ culinary skills to cater to a wide range of dietary needs, from nutrient-rich meals to those targeting specific health conditions.

Enrollment is now open for the Certified Culinary Medicine Professional (CCMP) program, which begins classes Friday, Aug. 21. This program is an excellent opportunity for food-service professionals looking to advance their careers and become leaders in the growing field of culinary medicine.

As Americans spend nearly half of their food budget eating out, the CCMP program provides the exact toolkit needed to lead a national health transformation through the power of exceptional, nourishing food.

Learn more: https://brightwater.nwacc.edu/community/applied-culinary-nutrition.html

07/31/2026

That’s a wrap on our 2026 Future Chefs Food Camps!

What an incredible summer filled with learning, creativity, curiosity, and of course, delicious food. From baking pastries and cookies to exploring flavors from around the world, our Future Chefs gained new skills, built confidence in the kitchen, and discovered a passion for cooking that will continue to grow.

A huge thank you to our chefs, sous chefs, and families for making this summer so special. And to our Future Chefs—keep cooking, keep creating, and never stop exploring the world through food.

We can’t wait to welcome you back next summer!

07/29/2026

Ready to Start a Career in the Food Industry?

Brightwater is offering FREE training through the B Workforce Program — an intensive 8-week culinary workforce bootcamp designed to prepare you for success in a professional kitchen.

Led by Chef Simon Brown, this hands-on program combines classroom learning with real commercial kitchen experience.

Cost: FREE
Start Date: August 19 - October 9, 2026
Schedule: Wednesday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Duration: 8 weeks | 15 hours per week
Location: Market Center of the Ozarks - Downtown Springdale

What You’ll Gain:
• Foundational knife skills and cooking techniques
• Food safety and sanitation training
• Experience in a live commercial kitchen environment
• Time management and teamwork skills
• Professional kitchen discipline and organization
• Confidence to pursue entry-level culinary roles

If you’re ready to build skills, confidence, and a strong foundation for a culinary career—this program is designed for you.

Apply now, visit secure.touchnet.net/C20691_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=404&SINGLESTORE=true and take the first step toward a career in the culinary industry!

07/28/2026

Thinking about a future in artisanal butchery?

Brightwater’s Certificate of Proficiency in Artisanal Butchery gives you hands-on training in traditional cuts, charcuterie production, food safety, and real-world experience working in a retail butcher shop.

Whether you want to launch a career in butchery, expand your culinary skills, or even start your own business, this program will provide you with the skills needed to thrive in the expanding local meat industry.

Classes are approaching quickly. Visit www.nwacc.edu/enrollment/studentype/index.html to apply and take the first step toward your craft in artisanal butchery!

07/27/2026

From discovering a passion for culinary arts at 17 to leading catering operations and managing professional kitchens, Brightwater alumnus Jedidiah Smith has built a career rooted in hard work, curiosity, and a love for feeding others.

We recently caught up with Jedidiah to learn more about his journey, how Brightwater shaped his career, and what he’s working on today.

07/22/2026

Registration is now open for Brightwater’s Certified Culinary Medicine Professional (CCMP) program.

Through our licensed partnership with the nationally recognized Health Meets Food curriculum, our program combines evidence-based nutrition education with practical culinary training designed to help improve health through food.

Whether you’re looking to advance your career or expand your expertise, our hybrid program offers multiple pathways to fit your goals.

Visit brightwater.nwacc.edu/community/applied-culinary-nutrition.html to explore the program and register.

07/14/2026

Curious about orange w**e? 🍷

Join w**e educator Marina Teper for an engaging guided tasting that explores one of the w**e world's most intriguing styles. Sample a curated selection of orange w**es while learning how skin-contact, grape varieties, and w**emaking techniques influence each w**e's color, texture, and flavor.

Whether you're new to orange w**e or looking to deepen your knowledge, this class offers a fun and approachable way to discover something new.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
6:00–7:30 PM
$50 per person
Ages: 21+

Reserve your spot today! Visit: brightwater.nwacc.edu/corecommunityclasses/index.html

07/06/2026

A new semester is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to take the next step toward your culinary career.

Fall enrollment is open at Brightwater! Whether you’re graduating, changing careers, or ready to turn your passion for food into a profession, our hands-on programs in Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, Artisanal Food, and Artisanal Butchery are designed to help you build the skills and confidence to succeed.

Ready to get started? Visit the link in our bio to learn more, or email [email protected] to connect with our admissions team and explore your options.