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Written by: Wang Yuechen
2021-01-25 06:00
Last update date: 2021-01-25 06:00
Because of the epidemic, almost the world is stuck in a predicament of customs closure, and various industries have been hit hard by the economy, and there have been voices of closure and layoffs.
But I hope that it will always be tomorrow, and by maintaining a positive thinking, we can always turn a crisis into an opportunity.
If your career is blocked, why not take the opportunity to develop your interest, maybe you will usher in unexpected gains?
Liang Zuyao, who has always loved cooking, will naturally not miss the opportunity. Earlier, he enrolled in the cooking diploma course offered by the Gas Cooking Center and the Disciples Escoffier French Chef Association, and stayed directly in Hong Kong to study. Even if everyone is currently facing the epidemic, they will not be affected. Not afraid of affecting the work schedule.
After completing the course, Azu, in addition to fulfilling his desire to improve his culinary skills, was awarded the "French Culinary Training Certificate" and also obtained the qualification to open a restaurant in France.
Azu bluntly said that the major of the Disciples Escoffier course opened his eyes. He also gained a lot while working and privately. As a result, job opportunities increased, and he could cook more delicious food for his relatives and friends.
One of the main reasons for being interested in cooking is to like "food." Liang Zuyao is no exception, but he especially likes to cook for others, especially his beloved mother-in-law.
In order to give back to his mother-in-law’s love with delicious food, it became an opportunity for him to study the Disciples Escoffier Culinary Arts Diploma Course: "I took the Disciples Escoffier Culinary Arts Diploma Course because I really like cooking. At that time, I hope my mother-in-law can eat the food I cooked by myself. , She ate happily, I will feel satisfied.”
Famous French chefs teach cooking details
The Disciples Escoffier Diploma in Culinary Arts enrolled by Azu is taught by famous French chefs. Classes are held in a well-equipped gas cooking center. Professional instructors will provide individual and comprehensive training for students, ranging from knife handling, French cooking terminology, advanced to traditional French cooking skills and knowledge, courses are all included.
The trainees will learn the recipes of the celebrity chef Auguste Escoffier (Le Guide Culinaire). The details such as the origin and regional influence of the product, the cooking of rare ingredients and the skill of platting will be taught by the celebrity chef.
Azu, who graduated earlier, pointed out that the courses had changed his life: "After over a thousand hours of class, several exams, and also participated in the "Best Of The Best Cooking Contest", he actually cooked more than 1,000 dishes. In the high-intensity and intensive cooking process, I have a little change in acting and life experience. For example, time management, meticulousness in acting, and more attention to detail. In fact, I learned multiple recipes, the most important thing It’s not about learning the recipe itself, but learning the techniques evolved from the recipe, which gave me a lot of inspiration for cooking creation in the process.”
Liang Zuyao devoted himself to the culinary art course, which made him think about acting and life.
Azu, who has completed both the "French Culinary Arts Diploma Course" and the "French Pastry Arts Diploma Course", said that he was deeply inspired by the courses, whether in work or even in life: "This course has broadened my understanding of The vision of cooking has also brought me more job opportunities, including writing cookbooks and participating in food shows. The most unexpected thing is that everything has its value in the course, such as Like kitchen waste, as long as it is used well, it will have its value. If you look back after 10 or 20 years, this is also a very unforgettable memory."
Obtained the exclusive certificate of culinary arts in Hong Kong and qualified to open a French restaurant
If you want to experience French culinary art in Hong Kong, leave a good memory, and develop a new direction in your life, you may wish to participate in the Culinary Diploma course organized by the Gas Cooking Center and the Disciples Escoffier, the only Disciples in Hong Kong. Escoffier Culinary Arts Certificate, and can be awarded the "French Culinary Training Certificate" issued by the French Ministry of Education, which is equivalent to obtaining the qualification of a French practicing chef or opening a restaurant.
Disciples Escoffier also provides internship opportunities in Michelin-starred restaurants. Qualified students can study culinary skills with celebrity chefs up close and enrich their personal experience.
As long as you pass the exam, you can get a French culinary training certificate and get the qualification to open a restaurant in France.
One year of culinary enlightenment and transformation into a professional French chef
The Culinary Arts Certificate courses are divided into "French Culinary Arts Diploma Course" and "French Pastry Arts Diploma Course". The whole course is taught in English and will not affect learning due to language barriers.
The "French Culinary Arts Diploma Course" covers basic culinary knowledge to professional skills and is taught by famous French chefs. Students need to receive 540 hours of professional training.
The "Pastry Arts Diploma Course" has a total of 480 hours. French pastry chefs teach traditional French pastry making skills, including traditional, classic and French regional pastry recipes. It emphasizes modern vision and creativity, and enlightens students on French pastry creation.
Briefing Session on French Disciples Escoffier Professional Culinary Diploma Course
"French Culinary Arts Diploma"
Date: February 2, 2021 (Tuesday)
Time: 3:00-5:00 pm or 7:00-9:00 pm
"French Pastry Arts Diploma"
Date: February 4, 2021 (Thursday)
Time: 3:00-5:00 pm or 7:00-9:00 pm
Location: Gas Cooking Center (9th Floor, Lee Theatre, Causeway Bay)
For registration and enquiries, please call 2576 1535 or 6387 3157 (office hours are from 9 am to 7 pm), or email to towngas.cooking@towngas.com
Learn more: https://escoffier.towngascooking.com/
(Information and photos provided by Gas Cooking Center)
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