UAA Culinary Arts

  • UAA Culinary Arts

    The Culinary Arts Department trains students with the necessary skills to become exemplary culinarians through the development of classical cooking techniques, baking and pastry arts, front-of-house service, and restaurant management. Students earn nationally recognized certifications, which make them job ready.

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Register for classes now! Log in to UAonline or contact Whitney Flores for assistance!

 

Need to find a one-credit elective for Fall Semester? Check out our Elective Courses for Enthusiasts in the tab below! 

 

Elective Courses for Enthusiasts

  • 490 classes
    CA A490 Electives

We offer a variety of 1-credit hands-on courses that are open to the community and all UAA students, staff, and faculty. Our courses are fun, engaging, and hands-on. All equipment and products are provided for students enrolled in these courses.  Scroll down for all of our up coming course offerings.

Current students and community members are welcome to sign up for these course. If you are not currently a student at UAA you will need to apply as a Non-Degree-Seeking student. Processing times are 1-5 business days. 
 
If you have any questions on how to register for classes as a degree-seeking or non-degree seeking student contact Whitney Flores wdlowell@alaska.edu or 907-786-1409. 
 
*Lab fees vary by class, tuition and other fees will apply. Please review UAA's Tuition and Fees page to learn more about other associated costs. 

Flyer for African Diaspora

 

 

 

African Diaspora - 75807 - CA A490 - 602

Class Schedule:  Saturdays - August 30, September 6, & September 13 - 10:00am - 4:00pm

Join Fatoumata Faye, a Culinary Arts alumna as she guides you through the cuisines and flavors of Gambia, Nigeria, and Morocco.

 

 

 

 


Flyer for Cocina Peruana

 

 

 

 

 *NEW* Cocina Peruana - CRN 75808 - CA A490 - 603

Class Schedule: Saturdays - September 20, September 27, & October 4 -  10:00am - 4:00pm

Join Riza Brown as she guides you through the rich and diverse culinary landscape of Peru in this immersive one-credit course. From the bold, comforting dishes of Creole influences to the unique Japanese-Peruvian fusion of Nikkei and the dynamic flavors of Chinese-Peruvian Chifa, this course explores how indigenous traditions, immigrant influences and local ingredients have shaped one of the world’s most exciting food cultures. Through hands-on cooking, tastings, and discussions, students will gain an appreciation for Peru’s vibrant food scene and learn techniques to recreate these global flavors in their own kitchens. Perfect for food lovers and culinary enthusiasts alike! 

 

 

 

 


 Flyer for Butchery 101

 

 

Butchery 101: Pork - CRN 76169 - CA A490 - 604 

Class Schedule: Saturdays - October 18, October 25, & November 1 - 9:00am - 3:00pm

Ever wonder what the difference is between a St Louis-style spare rib and a baby back rib? Join Chris Miller to learn the answer to this and so much more as he guides you through the world of butchering pork from primal cuts into common subprimals. 

 

 

 

 

  


Flyer for Beverage Management Class

 

 

 

 

Beverage Management - CRN 71865 - CA A114 - 3 Credits

Class Schedule: Mondays - August 25 - December 13 - 5:30pm - 9:15pm

Reviews the history of the beverage industry, including alcohol and non-alcohol beverages. Focuses on the management and operations of beverage service in restaurants and hotels. Covers legal responsibilities of serving alcohol and awareness of alcohol abuse. Earn your TAP card!

 

 


Holiday Baking 2 - CRN 75803 - CA A490 - 601 (Currently Full)

Class Schedule: Fridays November 7 & November 14, 5:30pm - 8:30pm, - Saturdays November 8 & November 15, 10:00 am 

In this lab, students will create all the necessities for the holiday baking season. Multiple variations of recipes and techniques are covered to prepare students to recreate delicacies at home, just in time for the holidays.

 

 

 

 

 

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Culinary Arts
University of Alaska Anchorage
3400 Seawolf Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508
United States
Tel: (907) 786-1487
Fax: (907) 786-1402