Get a world-class education in the heart of a world-class culinary city. In our facilities, students train under expert chef-instructors, following a curriculum that has brought success to thousands of graduates. Outside of the classroom, their education continues as they soak up the excitement and diversity of the New York City restaurant scene. Overview: Programs of Study Career training Wine studies Specialized coursework Serious amateur programs Recreational classes Learning at Our New York Campus New York City. Here is where The FCI story began more than 25 years ago, and it's where our tradition of excellence continues to this day. Our faculty and deans have spent more than 25 years creating and evolving the curricula, expanding the facilities, and building The FCI's ties to industry professionals in New York City and around the globe—all so The FCI can offer aspiring chefs a challenging and rewarding culinary education that comes with a world-class pedigree. The FCI's New York campus offerings span every facet of the industry, from career programs in culinary arts and pastry arts to specialized courses in wine studies and culinary technology. Amateur courses give home cooks access to intensive, hands-on training taught by the same instructors who instruct our career students, and in the same modern kitchens. At The FCI, culinary immersion isn't restricted to what's taught inside the classroom. For students in career programs, extracurricular activities include watching demos with visiting chefs in the International Culinary Theater, browsing the library's extensive collection of books and periodicals, and taking a student club outing to the latest culinary hotspot. And outside the walls of the school, the city beckons. The FCI's New York campus is located in what is arguably the most celebrated culinary destination in the world. As students make their way through each level of their education, they have at their fingertips a vibrant food scene, with access to international cuisines, four-star restaurants, and trend-setting chefs just a short walk or subway ride away.