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As part of a strategic initiative to enhance vocational education and training in the hospitality sector, the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and Swisscontact. This agreement marks the launch of a new project, undertaken by RACA in collaboration […]
On Saturday 9th of November 2024, the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) held its 15th graduation ceremony; honoring the achievements of more than 100 graduates. The ceremony, held at the King Hussein Business Park Auditorium, was under the patronage of H.E. Dr. Wajih Oweis, Chairman of RACA’s Board of Trustees, with the attendance of […]
The Royal Academy of Culinary Arts hosted the renowned Australian chef, Joe Barrett, Chef of the Year 2024 according to Good Food Guide, at RACA’s campus in Amman, where she gave a presentation to RACA’s students that received interaction from ambitious future chefs, in addition to conducting a tour of RACA’s facilities. Joe Barrett’s visit, […]
His Majesty King Abdullah II awarded royal medal “Order of King Abdallah Ibn Al Hussein II for Excellence – First Class” for the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) for its role in encouraging students to pursue vocational education and elevating it by providing culinary arts education with the latest technologies and methods, and […]
In a strategic move to enhance education and training in the Culinary and Hospitality sector, the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) and Diwan Amman Academy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to offer a joint scholarship. This initiative aims to provide outstanding students with the opportunity to study at the academy, preparing them […]
The Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) hosted an exquisite dinner in collaboration with the Embassy of Belgium, by the Michelin Star Belgian Chef Thomas Troupin. The dinner, attended by many ambassadors in Jordan, is the fruit of collaboration between RACA and the Belgian Embassy in promoting cultural exchange between Jordan and Belgium, where Chef […]
In many countries around the world, youth face difficulties to receive a formal education that helps them to acquire the fundamentals of a vocation that will eventually support them throughout their working life. Over the years, some countries like Switzerland, Germany, or even the US have implemented a system of apprenticeship developed and led by […]
What is the secret behind the success of the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts in providing distance education solutions under the COVID-19 pandemic? During the first quarter of 2020, the majority if not all educators have received an email from their school/ university notifying them about shifting to distance learning, and most probably, every educator […]
What is Yeast? It’s a microorganism that exists everywhere: in the air, around us, in grains and wheat as it grows on our hands as well. Yeast has a crucial role in life based on the mechanism of breaking things down. This is done during the fermentation process where it releases CO2 that is considered […]
What do you think of specializing in culinary arts and hospitality for young men and women in Jordan? Thought and culture have tremendously changed compared to the past 20 years. Being a passionate and educated chef is extremely respected and envied by many people now in Jordan and the nearing region. Meanwhile, this promising specialty […]
What Careers Are Available in the Hospitality Sector for the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts Graduates? The Hospitality industry is a real-world of opportunities. Holistically looking at the Hospitality industry, it acts just like an umbrella that covers a combination of occupations, making it one of the most vibrant and fast-growing sectors with an outstanding […]
Why did you decide to become a Chef? It’s a common question I get every now and then, and the answer will always be the same. Since childhood, maybe at the age of 8 or 9, I have always been into watching cooking shows and considered cooking as magic. So, I used to watch my […]