And the ACAC Scholarship winner is…

ACAC Scholarship Winner Announced at Open House Congratulations to the ACAC’s Scholarship Contest winner, Oeung Guech Sim! The decision was not easy but we are happy to announce her as our new ACAC scholarship student! Thank you to all who participated. The videos were all very creative and produced well. Oeung Guech Sim’s Video Submission

Emborg Cheese Workshop at ACAC

ACAC students were honoured to participate in an Emborg Basic Cheese Introduction Workshop! Instructors taught students how to use & pair classic cheeses.  For more photos of the event, visit our Facebook page.  

ACAC celebrates Swedish National Day

On June 6 Sweden celebrated Swedish National Day. The Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia (ACAC) founder, Pierre Tami, was invited to attend celebrations in Phnom Penh hosted by HE Mrs Maria Sargren, the Ambassador of Sweden in Cambodia.   The Swedish Development Agency (Sida) has contributed to the ACAC’s establishment as a major donor and over […]

ACAC introduced to World-Famous Basque Culinary Center

ACAC introduced to World-Famous Basque Culinary Center The Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia is the ‘new baby’ on the block in culinary arts education in Asia, and it was recently introduced to big players in hospitality, including world-renowned colleges and the Basque Culinary Center, critically acclaimed for its approach to gastronomy, training and research and […]

Launching QUAD – Come By for a Coffee!

The ACAC has just officially opened its QUAD coffee shop. Tucked into the ground floor lobby at the ACAC campus, QUAD offers a range of coffees and pastries, all prepared and served by ACAC students! Come by and treat yourself to a coffee or sweet. It’s the perfect place to gather with friends or for a […]

Certified Swiss Chef, Francois Giussani, Teaches ACAC Students

Last week, renowned chef, Francois Giussani was at the Academy sharing his knowledge and experience with ACAC students. Chef Giussani is known for his hands-on leadership, working in multicultural environments with diverse cuisines and for his innovation while respecting local traditions. Chef Giussani gained his degree in Hospitality from the prestigious École Hôteliere de Lausanne in Switzerland […]

Cooking the food of the world, right here in Cambodia

Cooking is closely connected with human life and culture because we need food to survive and maintain our health. In the past, homemade cooking saw people enjoy eating and share their stories at the table. This concept expanded all over the world so that now people  eat outside of the home for business, family and […]

Everyday alchemy: creating food for your body and mind

  Cooking is the perfect combination of art and science. Whenever we cook, we become practical chemists, drawing on the accumulated knowledge of generations as we transform the spoils of nature into pleasure and nourishment. As we cook, the kitchen is our laboratory, packed with high-tech gear and stocked with supplies to make culinary art. […]

New Semester Starts at ACAC

A new semester just started at the ACAC. The Academy was thrilled to welcome a new cohort of students, the third batch of students to start their culinary journeys, as well as advanced students returning from their internships. Welcome 3rd Batch Advanced Students Return for Final Year

ACAC hosts Internship Briefing

One of the unique elements of the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia is its internship program. Students in the ACAC’s 2-year diploma program not only learn crucial theory and classroom-based education, they also gain critical hands-on experience through an internship in an established hotel or restaurant. The ACAC’s Internship program has formed valuable relationships with industry […]

ACAC hosts VIP event “Italian wines meet Ticino food”

On Saturday, March 3, the ACAC hosted a VIP event together with DFI Lucky Market. The topic of the event was “Italian wines meet Ticino food”. The delicious 6-course menu was prepared by the Ticinese Chef Davide Alberti and the Chianti & Barolo wines were provided by Lucky Market. Guests enjoyed a successful evening full […]

ACAC represents at Major and Career Fair

The Major and Career Fair (M&C) took place at the Institute of Technology of Cambodia (ITC). The main objectives are to equip students with knowledge of current university majors and job market trends, provide a road-map of preparation for future career paths, and showcase what universities, companies and other institutions can offer to high school […]

ACAC Prepares Students for Culinary Industry

Some students dream of being the next “Top Chef”. With its top-notch program, the Academy helps them on their way. The ACAC prepares students for culinary industry. Why is the ACAC the best academy to choose? Approach to Learning Through its dual-education approach, the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia combines the theoretical and practical alongside […]

Superfoods That Help Slow Aging

Being healthy and the desire to reduce the effects of aging dates as far back as mankind itself. The majority of people want to look and feel young, driving experts to do research and invest in thousands of dollars to make products for the growing demand. But did you know that delicious and nutritious foods can […]

Academy Hosts Credit Suisse Delegation

This week, on 23 Nov, the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia hosted the Credit Suisse 2017 Fact Finding Mission to Cambodia. The mission’s aim was to provide participants with comprehensive insight into Cambodia’s economy and discuss investment opportunities. Stimulating discussions about investment opportunities during lunch ACAC Hosts Credit Suisse Delegation in Cambodia The investment seminar took […]

Student Corner – Prasit Chakhana’s journey to become a chef

Every student who comes to ACAC has a different story. We are very pleased to feature our first Student Corner Profile – Prasit Chakhana! This is her journey to become a chef. Prasit Chakhana’s Story: The Journey to Become a Chef I am Prasit Chakhana. My passion for cooking began when I realized that I could […]

ACAC at National Career Fair

The Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia was at the National Career Fair on October 27-28 at Koh Pich. Around 100 companies joined the fair and roughly 2000 visitors participated. The ACAC booth had lots of traffic and plenty of potential students interested in a career in the culinary arts! For more photos, visit our Facebook […]

Cambodia Tourism Federation hosts networking event at ACAC

The Cambodia Tourism Federation (CTF) hosted a networking event at ACAC this week. Approximately 60 guests from various hotels, entertainment and food and beverage companies attended the cocktail reception. Throughout the event, the CTF’s new executive committee was announced. ACAC students were involved preparing for the event and in serving guests.         To view […]

EIF visit to ACAC a great success

EIF Delegation Visits ACAC A delegation from the WTO’s Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF) visited the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia on October 13, 2017, as part of a two-day workshop with Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce to examine the effectiveness of its Cambodia Export Diversification and Expansion Programme II (CEDEP II). The CEDEP II programme was designed to […]

Bayer hosts team building event at ACAC

  On October 16, 2017, ACAC was honoured to be the host for Bayer Health Care Company’s team building event.  Throughout the afternoon, Bayer staff were involved in a Bread and Pasta competition in the ACAC kitchen, including a demo by ACAC chef. There were also announcements, prizes for staff, and a meal. View the full […]

ACAC participates in 2017 Tourism Career Fair

The Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia participated in the 2017 Tourism Career Fair on October 14 and 15. The fair, held at Koh Pich (Diamond Island) was an opportunity for universities to present their programmes to the dozens of students in attendance. The ACAC was happy to provide information about the 2-year Diploma Programme and our internationally-recognized curriculum.  

ACAC Chef Faculty, Martin Try, Cooks with Class

ACAC’s chef faculty, Martin Try, is featured in the Southeast Asia Globe magazine this month. Full story available in the print magazine.

ACAC Students’ First Day of Class

It was the first day of class for ACAC students. They’ve learned how to wear their uniforms, been welcomed by ACAC Dean, and gotten started in the kitchen. Here is a little tour of the first days of classes! Everyone is happy because it was their first day of classes. Students stayed from the morning […]

New ACAC students begin culinary education 

ACAC’s newest cohort have taken the first steps in their culinary education. During Induction Week, students were oriented to the ACAC and chef faculty. This term, 51 students, 29 women and 22 men, are studying at ACAC.

ACAC featured in Southeast Asia Globe

The ACAC is featured in the Southeast Asia Globe along with founder, Pierre Tami and Dean, Marcus Kalberer. Read the full article, “Cooking up Cambodia’s Future”.

Brown rice vs white rice: A comparison

Rice is a very important part of meals for people in Asia, and especially in Southeast Asia. There are two main types of rice: brown rice and white rice.  These two types are often compared to each other in terms of their nutritional value. Brown rice vs white rice— which one is the best? It […]

ACAC students learn sustainable business practices from Sela Pepper

On August 12, ACAC students went on a study trip to Tbong Khmum Province to visit the Sela Pepper farm to learn about sustainable business practices, environmental impact and the details of running a successful agribusiness from a leading Cambodian company. Based on the global demand for high quality pepper with guaranteed microbiological cleanliness, Sela Pepper was […]

ACAC hosts Public-Private Partnership workshop

This week, the ACAC hosted a Public-Private Partnership workshop organized by Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Commerce. The purpose of the workshop was to take stock of development interventions that have implemented by all stakeholders and discuss strategic ways to promote and sustain the ACAC moving forward. Several key personnel from various Ministries […]

Culinary herbs make a healthy life: introducing Basil

Healthy herbs have long held an important place in our holistic well-being. Prized since ancient times, and even today, we depend on them more than ever to purify our body, mind, and soul. According to Wikipedia , herbs have a variety of uses including culinary, medicinal, and in some cases, spiritual. The term “herb” differs between […]

GateGourmet teams up with ACAC students

GateGourmet, the world’s leading provider of airline catering and provisioning services, recently held a team building event at the ACAC. The GateGourmet team had a nice lunch at the ACAC VIP Restaurant then split into five groups for a friendly empanada-making competition. Each of the five groups had one ACAC student participating and supporting them. […]

Raffles Chef, Joel Wilkinson, teaches ACAC students

Mr. Joel Wilkinson, Executive Chef at Raffles Hotel Le Royal honoured the ACAC by giving a fish and seafood workshop to our students. Mr. Wilkinson is also partnering with the ACAC to provide internship opportunities for two ACAC students. For more pictures of the workshop, visit our Facebook page.

300 guests join ACAC’s Open Day Event

On July 15, more than 300 people came together at the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia for the Open Day event. Thank you to everyone who joined! Igniting passion for hospitality The day was full of fun activities, tours of the facility and opportunities for visitors to talk with current students and staff. People who had […]

Free ACAC Open House Event

On Saturday, July 15, we are hosting a FREE Open House Event! Come and check out the ACAC! Join us for a full day event with fun-filled entertainment. They’ll be lots of opportunities to check out whether the ACAC is the right fit for you. Some of the activities include making your own pizza and a cupcake […]

How to avoid burnout as a chef – ACAC faculty share their secrets

For the professional chef, their career and livelihood rely on a steady stream of creativity. Not only are chefs responsible for keeping up with the latest trends and delivering fresh new food ideas, they also manage a fast-paced kitchen. We spoke with the ACAC’s chef faculty to find out how they avoid burnout as a […]

World Bank Visits ACAC

From June 19-23, a team from the World Bank conducted a Jobs Diagnostics Mission in Cambodia. The objectives of this missions were to: Identify key constraints to creating more and better jobs in Cambodia; Consult with the private sector to identify the types of firms, value chains, markets, and export patterns that are associated with better […]

Pizza Master Visits ACAC

Mr. Antonio Pepe, freestyle pizza maker and champion all the way from Naples, Italy, was the ACAC’s special guest! He’s a master at creating pizzas and taught ACAC students how to craft them to perfection.            Want to see Antonio “freestyling” with dough? Here is he is at Il Forno in Phnom […]

Five steps to food safety

Food safety is important for general health and wellness. At the ACAC, we take food safety very seriously. Want to make sure you are cooking safely? Follow these five steps:

Chef Spotlight – Ngeth Roues

Ngeth Roues’ story began in the calm and quiet riverside community of Kampot, Cambodia, where he trained as an electrician. But after graduating from college, he knew that he had to follow his true passion: bakery and pastry. He followed his heart and moved to Paris, France where he studied bakery and pastry at the […]

6 reasons you should study at the ACAC

From expert faculty and internationally-recognized curriculum to excellent internships and hands-on learning options, the ACAC has something for everyone. These are our top six reasons for studying with us. 6 reasons you should study at the ACAC 1. Hands on learning. Did you know that on the first day of classes, the ACAC’s very first […]

Sweets Cleanse – Part 5 #foodfadstofollow

Low sugar diets and sugar cleanses are all the rage these days. Eating programs like the Whole 30 and the Blood Sugar Diet are just a couple of examples of widespread interest in cutting back on dietary sugar. Why bother with a sweets cleanse? We outline everything you need to know in Part 5 of our […]

CTN TV uses ACAC facility for MasterChef Cambodia trailer

The ACAC was very pleased to offer its facilities for CTN TV’s MasterChef Cambodia trailer. Become a famous chef too and join the ACAC in September! http://acac.edu.kh/study/program/

ACAC Featured in Swiss-Asian Chamber of Commerce Journal

“Cambodia all set to offer internationally recognized degree”  The Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia is featured in the latest Swiss-Asian Chamber of Commerce Journal. Click the image below to read the whole article. The full Journal is available on the Swiss-Asian Chamber of Commerce website.

Chef Spotlight – Jean-Marc Martin

Chef Spotlight – Jean-Marc Martin brings two decades of experience to ACAC Swiss chef Jean-Marc Martin’s hospitality career began with an apprenticeship. That was in 1966. Mr. Martin then pursued formal education in the culinary arts. In 1999, he graduated with a CAP Cuisine (Certificat D’Aptitude Professionnelle) in Switzerland. A Five-Star Career After graduation, Mr. Martin’s […]

What are the Michelin stars and why are they important?

What are the Michelin Stars? You may have heard of them before: A restaurant ranked with a certain number of Michelin stars, or chefs who have worked at Michelin star restaurants. In fact, one of the ACAC’s own faculty, Chef Kittiya Janthamkham, has worked with 3-Michelin starred chef, Arnaud Donckelle, the youngest person to ever receive the honour. In […]

Chef Spotlight – Kittiya Janthamkham

Chef Spotlight – Kittiya Janthakham brings Thai/Swiss heritage and experience to ACAC Kittiya Janthakham is a Thai/Swiss chef. She started her career in culinary arts with an apprenticeship in one of the most famous 5-star hotels in Switzerland, the Grand Resort Bad Ragaz. After successfully gaining her diploma, Chef Janthakham started working in a traditional […]

Chef Spotlight – Kim Matang

ACAC Chef Spotlight Chef Spotlight: Cambodia-born and raised, chef Kim Matang is taking his culinary skill and expertise and training a new generation of Cambodian youth. “No one is born a great cook. One learns by doing.” – Chef Matang Cambodian Chef, Kim Matang, has 15 years of experience in the culinary arts. His career […]

Scholarship Fund to Honour Daughter’s Memory

Four years ago, on May 7, 2013, the world lost a bright, shining light. At the early age of 23, Naomi Laura Tami passed away suddenly due to complications from a congenital heart defect. Today, the Tami family has established the Naomi Tami Scholarship Memorial Fund to honour her memory. It is a living legacy […]

Chef Spotlight – Martin Try

Martin Try is a passionate Cambodian chef with more than 25 years experience in the hospitality and culinary sector! After living in Cambodia and France, Mr. Try moved to the United States where he worked at “La Bergerie”, a San Francisco restaurant. He started with basic cooking knowledge, but quickly developed his skills and grew […]

ACAC students prepare lunch for VIP NEA visit on first day of school

The Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia hosted a business lunch event for the very much appreciated members of the NEA (National Employment Agency). The goal of the event was to introduce the academy to Mr. Hay Hunleng – Deputy Director General of the NEA – and his colleagues in order to discuss possible future synergies. […]

How do you make the perfect steak?

Recently, six participants learned how to cut, season, cook and present the perfect steak when the ACAC hosted its “Perfect Steak” course. On the first day of the two-day workshop, students learned how to determine the quality of meat, the value of aged meats, how to cook meat at an appropriate temperature and how to […]

Top Careers in Hospitality and Tourism

Not only are the skills learned at the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia applicable to the culinary world, they transfer to the entire hospitality and tourism industry. This opens a world of opportunity to graduates from the ACAC. The hospitality and tourism sectors employ 1/10 people on the planet. And the numbers just keep growing. Here […]

Recipe: Orange Sauce

This delicious sauce was just one of the recipes participants learned during the ACAC’s “Perfect Steak” course.

New class begins September 2017

Enrollment open for 2-Year Culinary Diploma

How will tourism and travel trends impact Cambodia in 2017?

Every year the international travel, tourism and hospitality sector grows. How does this impact Cambodia? Let’s take a look. Southeast Asia is hot and the Greater Mekong Subregion leads the pack Travel in and around Asia hit a fever pitch in 2016. While Southeast Asia has attracted travellers for decades, the region still boasts plenty of […]

Bring on the bowl – Part 4 #foodfadstofollow

The ‘Buddha Bowl’ (#buddhabowl) has taken Instagram by storm with over 60,000 posts. A photo posted by Jessॐ | Montreal (@choosingchia) on Feb 9, 2017 at 6:05am PST But there is more to the Buddha bowl than foodie pics and social media fanfare. Not only are they a beautiful explosion of colour, Buddha bowls are packed […]

Crème Caramel

Recipe Name: Crème Caramel Category: Dessert Servings: 10 Ingredients Milk – 1 litre Vanilla bean – 1 stick Sugar – 120 grams for the centre; 200 grams for the caramel Whole Eggs – 400 grams Egg yolk – 100 grams Preparation: Pre-heat the oven to 140◦ C Prepare 10 ramequin molds and 1 deep sheet […]

Baklava

This delicious pastry is characteristic to cuisines of the Mediterranean, the Levant, the Balkans, Central and West Asia and the Caucasus region. It is rich and sweet made of layers of phyllo pastry, nuts, and syrup. We hope you enjoy! Recipe name: Baklava Category: Dessert Serves: 10 Ingredients Baklava: Phyllo dough – 24 sheets Pistachios – […]

ACAC Open Event Draws Crowds

A big thank you to all the visitors who participated in our open day event last Saturday. Sorn Seavmey, Cambodia’s famous Olympic medalist in tae kwon do, was the special guest speaker and made the event exceptional. Sorn Seavmey shared about success in life and the importance of healthy food. Approximately 150 guests – many students […]

Slow Food: #foodfadstofollow part 3

What is Slow Food? The concept of ‘slow food’ started in the 1980’s by an Italian, Carlo Petrini, as a direct response to the rising popularity of ‘fast food’. The goal was to defend regional food traditions and to preserve gastronomic pleasure and a slower pace of life. Thirty years later, what began as a […]

Fat is back: #foodfadstofollow part 2

For the first time in 35 years, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans has lifted the upper limit on how much fat Americans should consume. After a three-decade long “low fat craze” in North America, this may come as a surprise. But research continues to demonstrate that dietary fat is integral to a healthy diet. The […]

ACAC Welcomes the USA Poultry and Egg Export Council

The Academy of Culinary Arts hosted the USA Poultry and Egg Export Council (USAPEEC) earlier this week. Throughout the event, the USAPEEC held presentations and cooking demos for the Cambodia Chefs Federation in the ACAC show kitchen. The ACAC provided all the catering for coffee breaks and lunch.  

ACAC Networking event builds important relationships

On December 20th, the ACAC marketing team along with ACAC Dean, Markus Kalberer, ACAC chef, Matang and Shift360 CEO Pierre Tami, hosted a cocktail reception for industry leaders in Phnom Penh. The goal of the event was to introduce the Academy’s new up-skilling training program and build connections with the hospitality sector in the city. […]

ACAC restaurant gains strong reputation

The ACAC professional kitchen and barista bar were completed only a few weeks ago but are already gaining a strong reputation.

The Top Four Reasons to Choose Vocational Education in Cambodia

“If it was me, I would choose to study technical skills—skills for fixing agricultural machinery and small-scale transportation channels…Why? Because we need technical skills…

ACAC’s first event brings international crowd

The ACAC first official commercial event this week drew an international crowd. The American Soybean Association’s (ASA) World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (WISHH) and supported by the Cambodia Chefs Federation (CCF)

Lucky Draw Winner CamFood

We have winners for the ACAC CamFood Lucky Draw! Frankie Yee Leang Sokhleang Pat Jury All three winners have won the chance to attend a one-day cooking class for free.    

ACAC supports Public-Private Collaboration for Quality Education

Last week the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia (ACAC) participated in the Public and Private Collaboration for Quality Education forum held at the Intercontinental Hotel in Phnom Penh.

Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia Hits High Note

In a visit this week from the Royal Government of Cambodia’s Minister of Tourism, H.E. Dr. Thong Khon, the ACAC exceeded expectations. This was the first visit the Ministry of Tourism (MOT)

CamFood 2016

The 5th annual CamFood expo is on this week – October 20-22. Come find us and see the newest happenings in Cambodia’s food and beverage industry.    

Black is the new green – #foodfadstofollow Part 1

Black is the new green. Black may not be the first colour that springs to mind when one thinks about food, but the hue that used to be associated only with espresso and cocoa has

Exploring global food and beverage trends – #foodfadstofollow

Pursuing Excellence At the Academy of Culinary Arts, we take our mission and vision seriously. We aim to deliver the best culinary training possible. How do we do it?

Three food trends that could change the world

When it comes to food and nutrition around the world the figures can seem bleak. Global population is expected to hit nine billion by 2050. And right as we speak, 10 per cent of the world’s population is undernourished.

Why hospitality is the place to be

“The hospitality industry presents diverse career opportunities, and your prospects for a management position are excellent. Not only can you benefit from industry turnover, but most hotel chains have long-term expansion plans.

Job Announcements

The Academy of Culinary Arts-Cambodia and Shift 360 are actively recruiting five new positions for the ACAC: Administration and HR Officer Culinary Instructor Pastry Instructor Facility Maintenance

Raising the bar of excellence in hospitality – Partner Profile

For over 100 years, Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern (SHL) has been raising the bar of excellence in the hospitality industry. Humble Beginnings SHL’s story began in 1886 when a group of individuals concerned about professional education for hotel employees

A new chapter unfolds in Cambodian culinary arts

The Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia (ACAC) will open its doors for business in November 2016. The ACAC aims to serve the needs of Cambodian youth as they gain professional education in the hospitality industry. Student enrollment begins in January 2017 for the first intake of the 2-year diploma programme that starts in March 2017.

Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia Launches New Website

PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – The Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia is pleased to announce the launch of its new website

Cambodian youth one step closer to skills, jobs

Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Youth in Cambodia are one step closer to gaining professional culinary experience and expanding their work opportunities. With the Academy of Culinary Arts in Cambodia,

ACAC-Cambodia’s First Public-Private Partnership

Cambodia’s public and private sectors have come together to create the nation’s first Public-Private Partnership and aim to change the face of the hospitality sector.

The Academy and SHL Join Forces for Global Education

Youth in Cambodia are closer than ever to professional culinary experience and international work opportunities as the Academy