Introducing Our Very First Plant-Based Course in Malaysia

Have you ever wondered what exactly a plant-based dish is? Actually, it's more than just a salad or a side of steamed veggies. Plant-based cuisine has been gaining popularity for its delicious and green approach to cooking. You will be whipping up flavorful and satisfying meals using ingredients that come straight from the earth. And it's not just a trend, it's a culinary movement that's here to stay. If you're curious about the art of plant-based cooking and how you can master it, let's explore the plant-based courses offered by Le Cordon Bleu. These courses are your gateway to creating mouthwatering, planet-friendly dishes that are sure to impress.

Who Should Enrol?

Open for January and July 2024 intake for cuisine while April and October 2024 intake for Pâtisserie, this plant-based course is tailored to a diverse group of individuals aged 17 and above — with a shared passion for phyto-origin culinary arts. Some of them are:

• Aspiring chefs. If you're considering a career in food product development, this course will equip you with the skills required to excel in this field.
• Chefs of all levels who are eager to enhance their plant-based cooking skills.
• New product developers or restaurateurs looking to innovate their menus with fresh, plant-based creations.
• Potential entrepreneurs who dream of launching their own food business, particularly focusing on plant-based cuisine.
• Passionate food enthusiasts who are deeply passionate about plant-based cooking and would love to learn all the plant-based twists.
• Food writers, media professionals, stylists, and bloggers who are involved in the world of food media, this course will provide you with practical insights into the burgeoning field of plant-based cuisine.
• Career changers seeking to shift gears into the health food industry. This course can be your stepping stone to a fulfilling and exciting new career.

What You’ll Learn in Plant-Based Cuisine and Pâtisserie

Whether your heart belongs to the savoury world of cuisine or the sweet realm of pâtisserie, our courses will equip you with the skills to create delectable plant-sourced dishes and desserts.

Diploma in Plant-Based Culinary Arts – Cuisine
You'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the plant-based cuisine industry, focusing on commercial kitchens, hotels, restaurants, and more, all while ensuring hygiene, health, safety, and teamwork. Our teaching methods include practical sessions, group discussions, and sensory evaluations. These approaches will refine your ability to differentiate and appreciate the nuances of food, making you an expert in distinguishing the flavours.

The curriculum extends to surround speciality local cuisines, where students learn to craft regional delicacies using a plant-based approach. Additionally, students gain proficiency in incorporating grains, pulses, nuts, and seeds — better grasping their role in diverse plant-based recipes.

Diploma in Plant-Based Culinary Arts – Pâtisserie
While in our plant-based pâtisserie course, students will learn to create tasty pastries without the use of animal products. Using natural plant-derived ingredients and locally sourced fresh elements, such as fruits and herbs, you will craft unique green substitutes, allowing you to experiment with various textures and flavours. 

Students will acquire industry-standard skills and knowledge in plant-based techniques,  emphasising health and safety, the essentials of plant-based pâtisserie and confectionery, bread and viennoiserie, chocolates and pâtisserie, as well as plated and frozen desserts.

How Plant-Based Culinary Arts Apply To Your Everyday Cooking

What you learn in these courses isn't just theoretical knowledge — it's all about rolling up your sleeves and applying these skills in real-life culinary scenarios. Maybe you’re designing a healthy green menu for a hip bistro or bakery, or confidently creating dairy-free desserts that taste as good as they look.

You'll be well-equipped to meet the evolving demands of the culinary world and satisfy the taste buds of food enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned chef, a future foodpreneur, or a passionate home cook, these skills have you covered.

A Future Full of Diverse Career Avenues

The innovative approaches in plant-sourced dishes extend beyond the classroom and into the real world, allowing graduates to opt for diverse and exciting culinary careers. With a strong foundation in culinary arts, graduates can explore careers such as Plant-Based Cuisine or Pastry Chef, Food Product Developer, Plant-Based Food Consultant, Food Blogger or Writer, Food Stylist, Plant-Based Caterer, Nutrition Advisor, Food Critic or Reviewer, and Entrepreneur.


Register for Le Cordon Bleu Plant-Based Courses Today!

If you're eager to revolutionize the way the world approaches food, our Le Cordon Bleu plant-powered programmes are your launching pad for culinary transformation! With a renowned culinary education, you'll gain the skills, knowledge, and inspiration to create food that is not only delicious but also sustainable. Visit Le Cordon Bleu's website and enrol in our Plant-Based Courses today to learn from our experienced instructors. In just 11 weeks of comprehensive learning — comprised of lectures, hands-on demonstrations, as well as practical and industry visits, you will be a part of the movement towards a more innovative and delicious future.

For more information, please WhatsApp us at 019-305 2586 or email to malaysia@cordonbleu.edu.my

Programmes Offered:

• Grand Diplôme
• Diplôme de Cuisine
• Diplôme de Pâtisserie
• Diplôme de Boulangerie
• Diploma in Plant-Based Culinary Arts (Cuisine or Pâtisserie)