Natural Gourmet Institute for Health & Culinary Arts
Since 1977, the Institute has been a leading proponent of organic and healthy cuisine with an avant-garde twist.
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For 30 yrs The Natural Gourmet Institute has provided education and leadership in the field of health-supportive culinary arts. We believe that the food we eat has significant impact upon health. Our Chef's Training Program prepares students for careers in the growing natural food industry. The unique curriculum features whole, fresh, unprocessed food. While emphasis is on plant-based cuisine, instruction is also offered in the preparation of fish and organic chicken. Public Classes provide the opportunity to learn the basics of healthy cooking through cooking classes & workshops devoted to healthy food preparation and nutritional theory. Enjoy a beautifully-plated, gourmet vegetarian meal at our Friday Night Dinners. Our facility is transformed into candlelit dining rooms. A 4-course vegetarian dinner $34 prix-fixe)is prepared by student Chefs and Chef Instructors.
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Since 1977, the Institute has been a leading proponent of organic and healthy cuisine with an avant-garde twist.Key Points
- Career Chefs Training Program
- Recreational Cooking Classes
- Outstanding Job Placement
The Inside Scoop
- The Extras - To enjoy a Natural Gourmet meal, head to the weekly $34 vegetarian Friday Night Dinner, which shows off the talents of the Institute's chefs. The seasonal meal begins at 6:30pm, and reservations are required.
- Know Before You Go - Class prices start at $45, and most are under $100. Check online to register and get full details.
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hopefully it's improved in the past few years
by Anonymous
i attended the NGCS several years ago for the full-time chef's training program, and was very disappointed. there were a few standouts in the faculty, but unfortunately, the facilities were poor and crowded, the administration was not open to student feedback, and the tuition was overpriced for what we got. however, since i attended, they expanded and remodeled, so hopefully things have improved.
I would highly recommend the public classes; as far as the chef's training program goes, make sure you talk to several recent grads before signing up!
Posted 07/05/07 | Report Abuse
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Natural Gourmet Cookery School is a great place to go to learn about how to cook and the benefits of good healthy eating. The instructors are helpful, patient, knowledgeable and great teachers. If you want to learn to cook or just take some cooking classes, check this school out.
Posted 10/27/05 | Report Abuse
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Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts
by cjshoffner
I went to the summer intensive cooking school class which just ended today, July 16-28th. I can not write with enough enthusiasm and superlatives to describe my experience. It was fabulous. I am a teacher myself and have taught cooking classes. I decided to join with a friend and venture to the Big Apple from Oklahoma to gather fresh perspectives on cooking. I was not disappointed! I am ready to share and learn even more. The teachers were personable, enthusiastic, and alot of fun to be with. We bonded with class mates as well. Our teachers were eager to answer questions and their passion for their subject matter was catchy. We not only learned valuable information, but we were able to eat balanced and nutritious meals every day of class. Our class was highly diversified. The members were from Japan, Canada, Alaska, Minnesota, Oklahoma, New Jersey, and yes even from New York City.
Pros: It was highly organizedclass size was just rightthe lectures packed in alot of information yet we were able to participate as well. The activities varied so that you were never put to sleep. The experience was vibrant and alive as was the food.
Cons: New York City is not a cheap place to visit for two weeks. I was glad that the school recommended the Chelsea Inn on 17th street between 5th and 6th Avenue. I was happy to be able to share the cost
Posted 07/27/06
A Fabulous resource for cooking/learning
by kflam
This school is a terrific resource for both learning about healthy eating and to learn to cook a variety of types of food.
The instructors are terrific and many are the same found at other NY CUlinary Schools.
An excellent value, too!
Posted 02/10/03