Enderun Extension and École Ducasse Manila Launch Culinary Certificate Program: Culinary Beginnings

Manila, Philippines — Two culinary powerhouses, Enderun Extension and École Ducasse Manila, are proud to announce the launch of Culinary Beginnings, an intensive, 8-week certificate program designed for aspiring culinary professionals, serious food enthusiasts, and career shifters looking to enter the food and hospitality industry.

Set to begin in October 2025, this program provides an unparalleled gateway into the culinary world, blending French culinary excellence with world-class instruction and facilities. With 144 hours of hands-on lab sessions, Culinary Beginnings is not only a skills-based course - it’s a journey into the foundational techniques and global flavors that define modern gastronomy.

A World-Class Foundation in Just Two Months

The certificate program is structured to fit a modern lifestyle, with three sessions per week focusing on immersive kitchen experiences led by expert chef-instructors. Students will train in professional kitchens, mastering everything from classical French techniques and international flavors to essential butchery and pastry fundamentals.

"Whether you're a budding chef, a passionate foodie, or a hospitality professional sharpening your skills, Culinary Beginnings is your first step into the culinary world," says Loida Flojo, Vice President of Enderun Extension. "It's fast-paced, rigorous, and highly practical - exactly what today’s culinary learners need."

Program Highlights: What You’ll Learn

Participants will:

• Hone professional-level knife skills and food safety practices

• Execute core cooking techniques: sautéing, roasting, poaching, braising, and baking

• Butcher and prepare a variety of proteins, from beef and lamb to shellfish and duck

• Create foundational sauces, stocks, and iconic dishes from French and Mediterranean cuisine

• Dive into the basics of pastry and dessert presentation

• Build real-world kitchen confidence with teamwork, timing, and kitchen etiquette

A Taste of the Curriculum

The course is structured into two dynamic modules:

Month 1: Culinary Foundations

Explore poultry, beef, lamb, pork, duck, fish, and shellfish butchery and preparation. Students will prepare classic dishes such as Beef Bordelaise, Poulet Rôti Grand Mère, and Poached Salmon with Hollandaise.

Month 2: Culinary Exploration

Dive into regional French cuisine, Mediterranean flavors, and essential pastries. Highlights include Paella Valenciana, Lamb Tagine, Bouillabaisse, and desserts like Brioche, Apple Pie, and Crema Catalana.

Who Should Enroll

This certificate program is designed for:

• Aspiring chefs and culinary students

• Career shifters entering the food or hospitality industry

• Food entrepreneurs and culinary hobbyists

• Hospitality professionals upgrading their kitchen skills

Learn the Ducasse Way 

As part of École Ducasse’s global network, this program brings the prestige of Alain Ducasse’s culinary legacy into Southeast Asia, backed by Enderun’s industry-rooted teaching methods. Students will receive a Certificate of Completion from Enderun Extension upon passing final evaluations.

Secure Your Slot

Spaces are limited for the October 2025 launch. Tuition is ₱320,000 (all-in). Take this chance to enter the kitchen and the industry with confidence, skills, and global standards.

For inquiries and enrollment, visit www.enderunextension.com or follow @enderunextension and @ecoleducassemanila on Instagram.