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Join Chef Don Cortes, Executive Chef at Sonoma State University, for his valuable kitchen techniques and lessons. This week, Chef Don Cortes is showing off how to use a knife like a true professional!

Nancy, SSU Culinary Services Director, is back to give YOU more tips and tricks on menu planning and making the most of your time in the kitchen. You just got back from the grocery store, so what’s next?

Do you know what you’re having for dinner this week? Planning your breakfast, lunch, and dinner just got a lot easier.

Are you looking to master your skills in the kitchen? SSU Culinary Services introduces Home Cookin’ with Culinary! Throughout this video series, your favorite chefs and department director, Nancy Keller, will be teaching new recipes, kitchen hacks, and cooking tips.

Students were over the MOON for this Dreamworks Themed Dinner! On April 10, 2025, the Kitchens transported students from the SSU campus to the wonderful world of Dreamworks through their immaculate theming. Being immersed in everything from Shrek’s Swamp to Mr.

Yo ho, yo ho! The Pirates of the Caribbean Murder Mystery Dinner was a SUCCESS! Walking into this immersive experience felt as though we were stepping into the movie series itself.