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VISION:
To Fulfill Culinary Dreams
MISSION:
To Provide Excellent Culinary Education and Social, Leadership Values Among CCA's Communities
About
We are the pioneer culinary school in the Philippines. Spanning more than 20 years in culinary education, we have always believed in the talent of Filipino chefs. Our aim is to nurture the chefs of the future by providing innovative culinary education & a strong foundation of knowledge, skills, and attitude.
We hope to fulfill as many culinary dreams as we can.
Our Story
It all began with a group of visitors from Canada, specifically Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. During their visit, they toured the then adobe building that housed Cravings, the restaurant and bakeshop, of mother-daughter tandem, Annie Guerrero & Badjie Trinidad.
One of the visitors asked out of curiosity, “Where do Filipinos learn how to cook?” Both Annie & Badjie were stunned by the question. During that time, Filipinos learned how to cook at home and from relatives. This led to them seeking the help of Dr. John Knapp, project coordinator of The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, and The College of Home Economics of the University of the Philippines, Diliman to build an effective curriculum. The next three years would be the start of paving the way for several Filipino chefs & culinarians.
CCA Manila was inaugurated in November of 1996 and officially became the Philippines’ first culinary education institution.
Our Team
CCA Manila boasts of credible culinary educators. Culinary excellence runs in the family.
Meet Our Founders
“For me, cooking is more than a chore, a means to an end or even a hobby. I must admit the influence of Zen here which has taught me that cooking is a personal spiritual act and that food is a part of the great cycle of life. That is why I recommend the use of fresh ingredients, the maintenance of an absolutely clean kitchen, the practice of cooking with whatever is on hand, of cooking frugally, of recycling leftovers and eliminating wastage. This is cooking with respect, harmony, purity, and tranquility: cooking with love. Which is a redundancy, perhaps, for what else is cooking but a gesture of love? Annie P. Guerrero, Cooking with Love
Susana Pascual Guerrero
Chairman Emeritus & The Founder
Susana "Annie" P. Guerrero graduated from the University of the Philippines with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Home Economics majoring in Nutrition. She has also attended the Culinary Institute of America both in California and New York. Ms. Guerrero is the country’s only Certified Culinary Professional to be awarded the prestigious title by the International Association of Culinary Professionals.
Susana is the President and Founder of the Culinary Education Foundation. She also sits on the Board of Advisors for the Earth Day Network of the Philippines and is President of Zero Waste Philippines, a movement that aims to promote Zero Waste lifestyle the Filipino way: local, low-cost, and low and appropriate technology.
She is a recipient of various professional awards and citations -- 2006 Mabuhay Gold Award recipient, Excellence in Ecology and Economy Award from the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Cutting Edge Award from the American Culinary Federation in 2010 for her green advocacy in culinary arts education and the restaurant business, and in 2015, she became the First Filipino awardee of Antonin Careme Society.
Marinela Guerrero Trinidad
CEO
Marinela “Badjie” Guerrero Trinidad has been the CEO of The Cravings Group since 1988, comprising recognized restaurant brands like Cravings and C2 Classic Cuisine, among others, and pioneering schools like the Center for Culinary Arts (CCA), Manila and the Asian School for Hospitality Arts (ASHA). She is a businesswoman and a certified public accountant (CPA). She believes strongly in educating oneself having graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accountancy degree at the University of the Philippines-Diliman. She also holds two Master’s degrees – Master of Business Administration from UP Diliman and Master in Entrepreneurship from the Asian Institute of Management. She also took up post-graduate studies in food and beverage management from the Center for Professional Development at Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA and the Global CEO Program from the joint program of Wharton Pennsylvania, IESE Barcelona, and CEIBS Shanghai.
Her work as a restaurateur, hotelier and culinary school administrator has been recognized in several conferences both here and abroad, and she was awarded the Mabuhay Gold Award in 2014 by the Association of Human Resource Managers in the Hospitality Industry (AHRM), for her major contributions in the Philippine hotel and restaurant industry and culinary education in the service industry map of the world.
Ms. Trinidad is a member of many professional organizations, including the International Association of Culinary Professionals, Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Hotel & Restaurant Association of the Philippines, and Sigma Delta Phi Sorority.
MILESTONES
Student Visitation Program
Partnership with William Angliss Institute
Partnership with William Angliss Institute, Melbourne for collaborative education – Started in 2010 – We had collaborations on the delivery of Events Management program, 2+2 program on BS Culinary Management at WAI, The Coffee Academy, Filipino Barbie at Melbourne.
Partnership with Korean Agro-Fisheries
The Career Development and Placement Assistance Program of CCA was installed in January 2012. This program refers to the formalized policies on international student internships and training
Partnership with Korean Agro-Fisheries Food Corporation and Korean Food Promotion Institute for Special Education on Korean Cuisine established in 2012.
Green Chefmanship Program
We are the first and only school with this program.
Expansion of CCA Manila
Expansion of CCA Manila Main Campus – CCA Information Resource Center (AK, iLib, Library) and the 4 storey building along Katipunan (The Coffee Academy, Grand Kitchen, Events Hall,etc)
2014 – ISO 14001 Certification.
Partnership with ICDE
Partnership with ICDE for offering the French Culinary Arts Program at CCA in 2016.
20th Anniversary of CCA Manila
The Future of Food Conference at the UP-BGC Auditorium; Grand Alumni Homecoming at UP-BGC; Clash of Clan at CCA Manila; Gala Dinner at EDSA Shangri-La Hotel
Halal Culinary Arts Program
In partnership with the National Commission of Muslim Filipinos; Accreditation by HICCIP (Halal International Chamber of Commerce and Industries of the Philippines)
Holy Angels Partnership
2018 – Offering of relevant short courses
– Unlock the Values of Your Kitchen
July 2019 – Holy Angels Partnership – partnership with a premier university in the North
Recognition of Chef Students and Faculty
Diploma in Culinary Agripreneurship Program – in partnership with the University of the Philippines – Los Banos & University of Asia and The Pacific.
Recognition of Chef Students and Faculty in various culinary competitions in 2013, 2015, 2019.
UPBGC Campus Opening
Establishment of UPBGC Campus opening this 2020.
ACF Re-accreditation of DCATM & Faculty
ACF Re-accreditation of DCATM & Faculty
Diploma in Culinary Agripreneurship
We will welcome the pioneer batch of Diploma in Culinary Agripreneurship, a brainchild program of UP Los Baños, University of Asia and The Pacific, CCA Manila.
ISPICE
INTEGRITY
We believe that excellent service begins with respect, responsibility and honesty in everything we do.
STEWARDSHIP
We believe that giving back to society and caring for its natural environment is central to the success of any institution.
PRUDENCE
We regard a high moral standard in everything we do as our responsibility to our students, guests and other stakeholders.
INNOVATION
We believe that creativity and the desire to constantly improve and find new ways of doing things is essential in the development of our students and the culinary industry as a whole.
COMMITMENT
We are committed to giving our 100% in everything we do, most specially in realizing our vision of fulfilling culinary dreams.
EXCELLENCE
We strive to to get better every single day.
I
INTEGRITY
We believe that excellent service begins with respect, responsibility and honesty in everything we do.
S
STEWARDSHIP
We believe that giving back to society and caring for its natural environment is central to the success of any institution.
P
PRUDENCE
We regard a high moral standard in everything we do as our responsibility to our students, guests and other stakeholders.
I
INNOVATION
We believe that creativity and the desire to constantly improve and find new ways of doing things is essential in the development of our students and the culinary industry as a whole.
C
COMMITMENT
We are committed to giving our 100% in everything we do, most specially in realizing our vision of fulfilling culinary dreams.
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EXCELLENCE
We strive to to get better every single day.
7 Reasons Why You Should Choose CCA, Manila
1. Globally - Recognized Diploma
Earn a diploma from CCA, Manila and enhance your prospects to pursue an international career in culinary arts.
2. International Internships
95% of our graduates launched their culinary career through internships abroad facilitated by our industry partners and accredited agencies.
3. Intensive Hands-On Training
We hone our students to become high-skilled, innovative, well-rounded and versatile culinary masters that are in-demand all over the world. We take pride in being the culinary school which offers the highest number of kitchen, hands-on hours to our students.
4. Solid Foundation in Food Business Management
CCA students undergo a comprehensive foodservice management practicum program. It aims to develop entrepreneurial and management competencies in planning, operation and supervision of an institutional or commercial kitchen
5. Small Class Size
Our small class size at a maximum of 15 students and high student-to-teacher ratio is a hallmark of CCA. We believe in providing an individualized learning experience for all students, so they can build progressively the skillset, talent and confidence that will guide them through their culinary career.
6. Career Opportunities
Our graduates play a leading role in the local and international food service industry whether as restaurant owners, food entrepreneurs, executive chefs, research and development chefs, corporate chefs of food conglomerates, media chefs (food vloggers, celebrity chefs, food stylists), culinary educators, health and wellness chefs and culinary tourism specialists.
7. Broad Culinary Industry Exposure
Life is never boring for CCA Manila students. They engage in a variety of activities such as local and international culinary tours, culinary competitions, student exchange programs and dining experiences.
How to join the CCA Community
Recognized by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation as a quality program
Program accredited by the French Ministry of Education, and students can earn a French National Diploma in culinary studies, with worldwide recognition.
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Schedule
Tuesday 9am–7pm
Wednesday 9am–7pm
Thursday 9am–7pm
Friday 9am–7pm
Saturday Closed (By Appointment)
Sunday Closed
Monday 9am–7pm
Locations
CCA Katipunan
287 Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights, Quezon City