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From the Northshore to New Horizons: How NOCHI Helped Valerie Crutcher Chart Her Own Course
From the Northshore to New Horizons: How NOCHI Helped Valerie Crutcher Chart Her Own Course

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonDecember 7, 2026Student Story
There’s Never a Perfect Time: How India Mercadel Took the First Step Toward Her Culinary Future
There’s Never a Perfect Time: How India Mercadel Took the First Step Toward Her Culinary Future

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonNovember 17, 2026Student Story
Trinni Lucas is Turning a Military Career into a Mission to Share Louisiana Cuisine
Trinni Lucas is Turning a Military Career into a Mission to Share Louisiana Cuisine

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonNovember 11, 2026Student Story
Every Opportunity: Orion Cho's Journey to Checking Off a Lifelong Dream
Every Opportunity: Orion Cho's Journey to Checking Off a Lifelong Dream

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonNovember 3, 2026Student Story
After 29 Years in the Navy, Vernon Diedrich Found His Next Mission at NOCHI
After 29 Years in the Navy, Vernon Diedrich Found His Next Mission at NOCHI

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonOctober 27, 2026Student Story
When One Door Closes, Another One Opens: How Sierra Francois Found Her Next Chapter at NOCHI
When One Door Closes, Another One Opens: How Sierra Francois Found Her Next Chapter at NOCHI

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonOctober 20, 2026Student Story
Keith Clark Is Building a Career Where Food Meets Wellness
Keith Clark Is Building a Career Where Food Meets Wellness

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonOctober 13, 2026Student Story
Family Traditions to Fine Pastries: How Basil Mikulencak Found Their Place at NOCHI
Jessica SigmundssonOctober 6, 2026Student Story
From Empty Nester to Valedictorian: How Sophia Allen Followed Her Culinary Dream at NOCHI
From Empty Nester to Valedictorian: How Sophia Allen Followed Her Culinary Dream at NOCHI

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonSeptember 29, 2026Student Story
From Hobby Baker to Valedictorian: How Emma Loyde Found Her Recipe for Success at NOCHI
From Hobby Baker to Valedictorian: How Emma Loyde Found Her Recipe for Success at NOCHI

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Baking & Pastry Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonSeptember 22, 2026Student Story
From “What If?” to What’s Next: Jordan Jones’s Culinary Journey
From “What If?” to What’s Next: Jordan Jones’s Culinary Journey

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonSeptember 15, 2026Student Story
From Cookie Business to Bakery Dreams: How Kevian O’Quinn Is Building Her Future at NOCHI
From Cookie Business to Bakery Dreams: How Kevian O’Quinn Is Building Her Future at NOCHI

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Baking & Pastry Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonSeptember 8, 2026Student Story
How Jaxon Madoux Built Confidence Through NOCHI's Culinary Arts Program
How Jaxon Madoux Built Confidence Through NOCHI's Culinary Arts Program

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonSeptember 1, 2026Student Story
Following the Dream That Was Always There: Aaron Westbrook's NOCHI Journey
Following the Dream That Was Always There: Aaron Westbrook's NOCHI Journey

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonAugust 25, 2026Student Story
How NOCHI Helped Gavin Gillen Take His Culinary Career to the Next Level
How NOCHI Helped Gavin Gillen Take His Culinary Career to the Next Level

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonAugust 18, 2026Student Story
From Data Analyst to Bread Baker: How Christine Lazzaro Found Her Next Chapter at NOCHI
From Data Analyst to Bread Baker: How Christine Lazzaro Found Her Next Chapter at NOCHI

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Baking & Pastry Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonAugust 11, 2026Student Story
Jasmin Simmons: Rooted in New Orleans, Inspired by Hospitality
Jasmin Simmons: Rooted in New Orleans, Inspired by Hospitality

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonAugust 4, 2026Student Story
Learning Every Side of the Kitchen: Riley Chavez Bentley's NOCHI Experience
Learning Every Side of the Kitchen: Riley Chavez Bentley's NOCHI Experience

Learn more about one of our Spring ‘26 Baking & Pastry Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonJuly 29, 2026Student Story
Recipes from Deux Fuegos: Snapper a la Plancha and Cochinitos
Recipes from Deux Fuegos: Snapper a la Plancha and Cochinitos

Developed by the Spring ‘26 cohort for their pop-up Deux Fuegos, these dishes highlight the ties between Mexican and Louisiana Creole cuisine.

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Jessica SigmundssonMay 13, 2026
Starting Fresh, Stronger Than Ever: Desmond James’ Story
Starting Fresh, Stronger Than Ever: Desmond James’ Story

Learn more about one of our Fall ‘25 Culinary Arts students!

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Jessica SigmundssonMay 12, 2026Student Story
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Every great chef has a story, and Gavin Gillen's started at home, watching his father make gumbo in Belle Chasse.⁠ ⁠ After gaining experience as a line cook in New Orleans, Gavin came to NOCHI to take his career to the next level. Along the way, he b
Every day is a chance to improve. 👨‍🍳⁠ ⁠ At NOCHI, class doesn't end when a dish is plated. Our chef instructors evaluate students' work each day, offering real-time feedback on technique, flavor, presentation, timing, and execution.⁠ ⁠ That im
Looking for a team-building event that's both fun AND delicious?⁠ ⁠ Gather your group for a private cooking class at NOCHI. Work alongside our chef instructors to prepare a delicious entrée and side, then sit down together to enjoy the meal yo
Thinking about culinary school? Start with a conversation.⁠ ⁠ Join us for a Virtual Open House on Monday, August 17, from 1–2 PM to learn more about NOCHI's accelerated six-month Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts certificate programs.⁠
Some career changes start with a simple question: What if I followed what I really love?⁠ ⁠ After 15 years in data analysis, Christine Lazzaro took a leap of faith and enrolled in NOCHI's Baking & Pastry Arts program. Today, she's one step closer

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