Today
Present in 15 countries with 35 schools, Le Cordon Bleu trains more than 20,000 students annually from 70 nationalities. With more than 114 years of experience, Le Cordon Bleu has today become a global leader in programs that range from culinary training to postsecondary degrees. These programs enable Le Cordon Bleu to deliver certificates and diplomas, associate, bachelor, master degrees including MBAs.
Since the beginning, Le Cordon Bleu has respected and preserved the traditions of French culinary techniques that have been codified over 500 years. Through programs, restaurants, partnerships, associations and consultancies; it has become an authority and influence in the arts of gastronomy and arts of the table.
More than 100 books and magazines have been published under Le Cordon Bleu since 1895. Le Cordon Bleu books and gourmet foods have gained international recognition and have won industry awards.
Over 80 Le Cordon Bleu Master Chefs recruited from the finest kitchens and Michelin-starred restaurants pass on their knowledge and experience daily. Students who enter our doors are taught that achieving excellence requires practice and perseverance. They leave with the knowledge and skills that will lead them toward success and realizing their dreams and goals.
Le Cordon Bleu has welcomed such well-known students as Julia Child, former President of the French Republic, Jacques Chirac, Dustin Hoffman and his family; Nancy Silverton; Nathalie Dupree; Allen Susser; James Peterson; Lydia Shire; Giada De Laurentis, Ming Tsai and Kathleen Flinn.
