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École Ducasse is a network of schools founded in 1999 by multi-starred chef Alain Ducasse, dedicated to the transmission of outstanding French expertise and excellence in culinary and pastry arts.
École Ducasse runs three schools in France – Paris Studio, Paris Campus and École Nationale Supérieure de Pâtisserie, as well as international schools withManila Campus in the Philippines, Gurugram Campus in India and Nai Lert Bangkok Studio in Thailand. All are united by a desire to share a passion for gastronomy with seasoned professionals as well as food enthusiasts, career changers and students. This broad portfolio of programs aims to meet all training needs: from short programs for experts or food enthusiasts to intensive two, four, or six-month programs, to three-year undergraduate programs and bachelor’s degree in culinary and pastry arts.
Since its creation in 1999, the school’s mission has been to share and pass on Alain Ducasse’s philosophy and passion. Always at the cutting edge of food trends, the newly-created Paris Campus opened in September 2020. Located in the Parisian suburb of Meudon, this ultra-modern, 5,000 sq. m campus offers programs specializing in both culinary and pastry arts.
Designed for culinary enthusiasts and amateur cooks, École Ducasse – Paris Studio is a unique venue in Paris’ 16th district. Originally designed as a living space, each room is intended to make everyone feel at home. The Studio offers a variety of courses – from amateur-level to advanced – allowing for a deep dive into the world of Alain Ducasse. Courses include cooking lessons, study days, pastry lessons, and various workshops (cocktails, wine tasting and mixology). The teaching is done by experienced chef-instructors, pastry chefs and sommeliers who have trained alongside Alain Ducasse.
For more than 35 years, ENSP has been an acclaimed school both in France and internationally, for pastry, baking, chocolate, confectionary and ice cream professionals. Founded in 1984 by the Confédération des Pâtissiers, the school has continued to grow, becoming an iconic destination in the world of pastry arts. Located in the heart of the Château de Montbarnier in Yssingeaux, in the Haute-Loire region, the school combines heritage and modernity with a unique homey atmosphere.
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Paris, 03 October 2024: École Ducasse is proud to announce that it has been awarded both the World’s Best Culinary Training Institution 2024 and Europe’s Best Culinary Training Institution 2024 by the prestigious World Culinary Awards for the second year in a row. These accolades affirm École Ducasse’s position as a global leader in culinary education, cementing its reputation for delivering unmatched excellence in the edible arts.
The World Culinary Awards, now in its 5th year, are globally recognized as a prestigious platform celebrating excellence in the industry. The awards, voted for by culinary professionals, media, and consumers worldwide, highlight École Ducasse’s unwavering commitment to shaping the next generation of culinary experts. A key factor that sets École Ducasse apart, leading to this repeated recognition, is its faculty which includes World Champions, Meilleurs Ouvriers de France (Best Craftsmen), and other renowned industry professionals.This team of exceptional educators, coupled with their commitment to staying at the forefront of technological innovations like AI, brings unparalleled expertise and experience, ensuring that students are trained to the highest standards of gastronomic excellence. This recognition underscores the institution's ability to combine a cutting-edge approach to cooking education with a pioneering spirit, fostering creativity, innovation, and skill at the highest level.
Receiving these two awards for the second consecutive year is a testimony of the passion and commitment of our entire team. At École Ducasse, we are driven by a mission to not only train chefs, but to nurture chef-entrepreneurs who can make a positive impact on the world through their creativity and leadership in the global culinary landscape.
From left to right: Farhat Lahmer, Executive Chef, Ecole Ducasse Abu Dhabi Studio
Abderraouf Ziouane, General Manager, Ecole Ducasse Abu Dhabi Studio
Abderraouf Ziouane, General Manager, Ecole Ducasse Abu Dhabi Studio
Global Expansion: École Ducasse’s International Reach
École Ducasse’s award-winning programs are delivered across its prestigious campuses, including the iconic Paris Campus, which has become synonymous with culinary excellence. The institution’s influence continues to expand internationally, with its network of schools now spanning across France, Thailand, India, the Philippines and most recently, the United Arab Emirates. École Ducasse has opened last year the École Ducasse Abu Dhabi Studio, its first foray into the Middle East offering aspiring chefs and passionate amateurs in the region a unique opportunity to experience École Ducasse’s renowned programs, bringing world-class culinary training to the vibrant cultural hub of Abu Dhabi.
École Ducasse’s international reach is further strengthened by strategic partnerships with renowned institutions such as Gato Dumas in Latin America and USIL in Peru. These collaborations ensure that the institution’s philosophy of culinary excellence continues to inspire students worldwide, helping to shape the global future of gastronomy.
On the picture, from left to right: Farhat Lahmer, Executive Chef, Ecole Ducasse Abu Dhabi Studio
Abderraouf Ziouane, General Manager, Ecole Ducasse Abu Dhabi Studio
About École Ducasse
École Ducasse is a network of schools founded in 1999 by multi-starred chef Alain Ducasse, dedicated to the transmission of outstanding French expertise and excellence in culinary and pastry arts.
École Ducasse runs three schools in France – Paris Studio, Paris Campus and École Nationale Supérieure de Pâtisserie as well as international schools and studios in the Philippines, India, Thailand and UAE.
All are united by a desire to share a passion for gastronomy, the broad portfolio of programs aims to meet all training needs: from short programs for experts or food enthusiasts to intensive two-, four-or six-month programs for career changers, to three-year undergraduate programs and bachelor’s degree in culinary and pastry arts.
École Ducasse is part of Sommet Education, worldwide leader in hospitality education. In October 2023, École Ducasse was awarded the title of World’s Best Culinary Education Institution.
For more information, visit: https://www.ecoleducasse.com/en
