Learn About the Possibilities that a Culinary Arts Degree Can Provide

Charlie Ruffolo • December 21, 2021
LCI Student Spotlight: Dayreana Love

Although she never considered a career as a professional chef, Dayreana Love has found her calling at Louisiana Culinary Institute. Dayreana has always had a passion for cooking and channeling her creative side into creating dishes and meals. A close friend suggested that she take an open house tour at Louisiana Culinary Institute, and she is now enrolled and pursuing a double culinary major in advanced culinary arts and advanced baking and pastry


While Dayreana is a manager at Mcdonald's, her experience in culinary school not only taught more about the restaurant and hospitality industry it has opened up her mind and her creative side. "It truly is a family here, and you gain real-life experience," says Dayreana. One of the biggest challenges she has encountered that has made her stronger is learning how to step out of her comfort zone. “Dayreana has proven herself throughout this program. She is a hardworking student with impeccable standards. She’s grown her eye for detail and I believe she will be successful in her future endeavors,” says Chef Instructor, Jeanne Mancuso.

After graduation, Dayreana would like to open a dessert-based food truck, combining the skills she's learned at LCI with her passion for creativity and service. Furthermore, she'd like to offer leisure cooking classes for children and adults.

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