Chef Michael Feker teaches through classes and team-building activities. The website for his School of Culinary Magic says that this restaurant/culinary school is where "passion and flavor come to life." Chef Feker also offers private dinners and operates a full-service catering facility.
The Milwaukee Public Market combines a full-service restaurant with a wide assortment of events and classes. The cooking classes are held in a state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen. Classes are taught by the area's top chefs and instructors, and those of all culinary skill levels are welcome to participate. All materials are provided.
The Coquette Cafe is a typical Old World neighborhood bistro that also offers cooking classes. Current class offerings are listed on its website. Students get a discount if they book a series of classes in advance. The Coquette Cafe was voted Best Cooking Class in "Milwaukee" magazine's Best of 2010 issue.
The Art Institute of Wisconsin offers programs in culinary arts and culinary management. The classes are taught by culinary professionals. Students work closely with staff members, who act not only as instructors but as mentors, too. Students are exposed to the current professional technology in culinary arts. An online admissions application is available, as is online instruction.
Strayer University offers bachelor's and master's degrees in hospitality and tourism management. The university specializes in working adult students who attend classes either on campus or online. Financial aid is available. In addition to Milwaukee, Strayer University has locations throughout the country.
Milwaukee Area Technical College offers programs in culinary arts and chef training. Admission applications are available online, as is financial aid information. The culinary arts program includes courses on topics such as baking, food and nutrition, and culinary management.
MBTI Business Training Institute offers a program in hospitality management, taught in both one- and two-year programs. The institute also has an agreement with the U.S. Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal student aid. Student loans are also available.
Waukesha County Technical College offers an associate's degree in culinary management. This program includes instruction in culinary techniques, cooking skills, quantity food preparation and international cuisine. Also available are opportunities for international study and internships. In addition, the college has certification programs in baking and pastry and food service production.