Where culinary traditions meet innovation.
In partnership with the CIA, we offer world-class training for professionals, emphasizing Hawai‘i-based ingredients and global flavors.
06/10/2026
Every great dish begins with a vision and comes to life through skill, dedication, and practice. ✨🍽️
At the Culinary Institute of the Pacific, our students learn that excellence is found in the details. From mastering foundational techniques to putting the finishing touches on a plate, every step is an opportunity to grow as a chef and creative professional.
06/10/2026
Mahalo to the Hawai‘i Ag & Culinary Alliance for its continued support of culinary education across our islands. 🌺
We are deeply grateful to be among the recipients of funding from the 15th Annual Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival.
This investment helps empower the next generation of Hawai‘i’s culinary professionals while strengthening the connection between education, agriculture and our local communities.
Since 2011, HACA has invested more than $5.3 million back into Hawai‘i through culinary education, agriculture and nonprofit partnerships. Mahalo for your commitment to cultivating Hawai‘i’s future.
Tickets are now on sale for HFWF 2026!
When talented chefs come together, the result is more than just what’s on the plate. It’s collaboration, inspiration, and a shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of culinary excellence. 🤝🍽️
For Chef Miriam Olivas, owner of Barrio Cafe, one of the most rewarding aspects of the CIA x CIP Workforce Development Program was the opportunity to learn alongside and connect with fellow chefs from diverse culinary backgrounds, while also sharing her talents and experiences. ✨
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Exploring new culinary horizons is one of the many ways Chef and restaurant owner Miriam Olivas stays inspired and committed to her craft. 🍴✨
Through the CIA x Culinary Institute of the Pacific Workforce Development Program, chefs like Miriam have the opportunity to explore cuisines beyond their areas of expertise, sharpening their creativity, broadening their skills, and staying at the forefront of culinary innovation.
Because great chefs never stop learning. 🌎👩🍳
06/02/2026
Cohort 20 brought the heat — literally. Working in a hot kitchen, these talented participants tackled dessert design while building strong foundational skills in pastry arts. Their creativity and resilience truly stood out.
Congrats to everyone on a job well done!
Bake it ʻtil you make it! Our amazing baking cohorts learned from Chef Kristin Egan of the Culinary Institute of America, building skills and confidence in the kitchen.
Follow us to stay up to date on future cohorts or check out the link in our bio to learn more.
05/29/2026
A little taste of what’s cooking 👩🏻🍳✨Mahalo to KITV Island Life Live for having us on air to talk about the upcoming 5-day summer training programs for working professionals and high school students in collaboration with The Culinary Institute of America. Applications close THIS FRIDAY, MAY 29, so don’t miss the opportunity to learn from industry leaders and gain hands-on culinary experience!
Check out the full segment here: https://pulse.ly/bgfiyw6xqb
Kapiolani Community College Culinary Arts Program
05/28/2026
From aspiring bakers to seasoned professionals, this group honed their craft and created some truly unforgettable desserts. We can’t wait to see what you whip up next.
05/08/2026
Applications are OPEN for Cohort 22 - Culinary Foundations: Skills, Flavor & Creativity (High School)
Developed through the CIP x CIA Workforce Development Program, this cohort is designed for high school students ready to advance their skills. This immersive experience will build a strong foundation in essential cooking techniques, from knife skills and timing to plating and kitchen organization.
🗓 June 22-26, 2026
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
📍 Kapiʻolani Community College
⚠️ Space is limited
Eligibility requirements include:
✔ Must be a current junior or senior in high school at the time of application
✔ Must have a recommendation from a culinary instructor, teacher or mentor
✔ If under 18, must have a signed parental/guardian consent form to participate
✔ Must be available to attend all five days of the training program (Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
✔ Demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the culinary or hospitality industry
🎓 Full tuition scholarships, valued at $1,500 per student, are available for Cohort 22 through TSK Charitable Foundation.
Applications for Cohort 22 are open through May 29.
🔗 Apply now by visiting https://culinaryinstitute.hawaii.edu/
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05/05/2026
Applications are OPEN for Cohort 21: Global Explorations of Taste and Technique
As part of the CIP x CIA Workforce Development Program, this cohort is designed to provide participants with an in-depth exploration in the physiology of taste which will lay the groundwork for smarter, more intentional flavor development.
🗓 June 15-19, 2026
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
📍 Kapiʻolani Community College
⚠️ Space is limited
Eligibility requirements include:
✔ 18 years or older
✔ Hawaiʻi resident or active military personnel stationed in Hawaiʻi
✔ Minimum of three years of culinary industry experience
✔ Must be available to attend all five days of the training program (Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
🎓 Full tuition scholarships, valued at $1,500 per student, are available for Cohort 21 through the Hawai’i Ag & Culinary Alliance CIP x CIA Workforce Development Scholarship Fund with support from the State of Hawai‘i. Scholarships for Native Hawaiian applicants are available and provided by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.
Applications for Cohort 21 are open through May 29.
🔗 https://culinaryinstitute.hawaii.edu/
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