How to Start to Your Culinary Education

Attending culinary school has always been in the back of Lemark Cloud's mind, and on January 8, 2020, he made it a reality.

While his official education began in Louisiana Culinary Institute's savory program, his inspiration, excitement, and love for creating and serving came from his grandmother. Lemark's grandmother shared her love to serve in a school cafeteria, and he credits her with much of what he's learned from in terms of the joy he receives from sharing his food with people.



LCI was always Lemark's top choice to further his culinary education. After passing the campus on Airline Highway in Baton Rouge for a decade, he feels thankful to be there and thankful for the passion he has to be in the kitchen. "I love to be in the kitchen. It doesn't feel like work," says Lemark. His love for the culinary arts is contagious and clear to those around him. Instructor Chef Kevin Foil notes, “One of the things that we as culinary instructors can’t teach is passion. When Lemark entered the program, it was evident to me that he had a true passion for food and cooking.”

When asked for any advice or words of wisdom for anyone considering culinary school, he had this to say, "Your success is on you. The instructors put forward the effort for you to be successful and build relationships. They push you for your success, but ultimately, you have to be the one to do it".

Lemark craves the chaos and pressure of being in the kitchen. It's this exciting atmosphere where he feels free to express himself during these moments. He sees himself as a trendsetter and has plans to make his mark in the industry. After graduating from LCI later this year he is excited to travel (specifically to Europe) to learn more and experience the different perspectives of his craft.