Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Atlanta (chefs.edu/Atlanta) is closely related to the original Cordon Bleu Academy in France. The courses offered focus on classic European traditions, and offer limited classes in other international areas. The college attracts serious culinary arts students who intend to pursue careers as elite chefs. The Atlanta campus offers certificates in Culinary Arts, and Patisserie and Baking, as well as an Associate of Occupational Science degree. The campus is located in Tucker.
The International Culinary School at the Art Institute of Atlanta (artinstitutes.edu/atlanta/) employs a multicultural approach. The college has a variety of classes and concentrations to prepare chefs to enter any area of the restaurant business. Degree programs offered include Associate degrees in Culinary Arts, with or without a concentration in baking and pastry, and Wine, Spirit and Beverage Management. Bachelor of Science programs are offered in Culinary Arts Management and Food and Beverage Management. The campus is located in Atlanta and offers housing for students who do not wish to travel.
Chattahoochee Technical College (ctcweb.chattahoocheetech.edu) also has a Culinary Institute. The campus is located in Marietta, Georgia, and offers an Associate Degree of Applied Science in Culinary Arts, a Culinary Arts Diploma, and four certificate programs.
The International Sugar Art Collection School of Sugar Art (nicholaslodge.com) offers two-day seminars throughout the year. Though not an accredited degree program, the classes attract students from across the country due to the unique and fantastical designs of Nicholas Lodge. The School of Sugar Art teaches all aspects of sugar art and cake decorating and explores tools and techniques to enhance the profession. All classes and galleries are located in Norcross.
Ursula's Cooking School (ursulacooks.com) caters to people who are looking for short courses in traditional southern cooking. Each course consists of a total of four classes over eight weeks. The school is located in Atlanta.
The Young Chef's Academy (youngchefsacademy.com) was designed for young children and teens. The classes offered include kitchen safety and manners, as well as basic cooking. The academy is located in Sandy Springs.