Become your own Natural Chef
Becoming a skilled chef goes beyond mastering culinary techniques; it involves understanding how the body works, the different stages of digestion, and the roles of the pancreas and gall bladder. Simple herbs and spices found in your kitchen can make a huge difference to your digestion. Incorporating bitter salads as meal starters stimulates the production of digestive juices, enhancing nutrient absorption.
Feeling sluggish after a meal may be attributed to excessive food intake or improper food combinations, reinforcing the importance of thoughtful meal planning.
Sugar is the primary contributor to ill health and it contributes to disease processes. Luckily, there are healthier, natural alternatives to sweeten dishes and satiate a sweet craving.
By understanding these nuances, chefs can not only create flavoursome meals but also contribute to the well-being of those they cook for.
Natural Chef’s cook with health in mind
In response to the escalating demand for non-toxic, ethical and organic culinary practices in an increasingly health-conscious market, CNM has expanded and relaunched its Natural Chef/Vegan Natural Chef courses. This aligns with the college’s commitment to ecologically sustainable, green and ethical principles, solidifying sustainability as a cornerstone of CNM’s philosophy.
With state-of-the-art, plastic-free kitchens and a flourishing culinary herb garden, CNM seeks to minimise waste and champion environmentally friendly practices. The courses have been expanded to address the surging need for chefs to embody these values in their culinary ventures.
CNM’s Natural Chef courses are truly unique and what sets them apart from traditional chef training is the unwavering focus on the therapeutic and nutritional value of food. Acknowledging that a one-size-fits-all dietary approach is unrealistic, students are skilfully guided in tailoring individualised food plans to improve overall well-being.
With students and graduates such as highly acclaimed nutritionists Camilla Hansen, Adria Wu, Rosemary Ferguson and Madeleine Shaw, CNM is accredited in many countries so graduates can practice and share their expertise globally.
For those unable to attend in person, CNM extends its reach through an online Natural Chef cooking course.
You will learn:
- How the body works and the role that food plays in influencing body systems, especially digestion and gut health.
- Nutritional knowledge and the health benefits of different ingredients.
- The art of food combining and why it’s important for digestion.
- Food safety, kitchen cupboard essentials and the principles of sustainable and ethical cooking. This includes incorporating eco-friendly practices into the kitchen.
- The energetics of food and why eating according to your constitution is important.
- Essential kitchen techniques and knife skills to maximise the nutritional benefits of your plant-based creations.
- Practical skills in recipe costing and scaling so you can optimise menus for profitability without compromising on quality.
- Therapeutic menu planning and using food as medicine which allows you to tailor dishes to different health conditions such as gluten-free and allergies.
- Business planning and marketing training to gain valuable insights into the business side of becoming a chef. This equips you with the knowledge and skills to build a successful career in the industry.
- Food photography and styling to help you showcase your dishes and build your personal brand.
- Connect with a vibrant community of like-minded individuals, fostering relationships with fellow chefs and professionals in the culinary world.
In essence, the CNM Natural Chef training transcends the traditional boundaries of culinary education, offering a transformative journey that imparts exceptional culinary skills and instils an understanding of the therapeutic and nutritional potential of food.
If you would like to learn more about becoming a plant-based chef, register for the next Open Event.
If you would like to learn more about becoming a Natural Chef or Plant-Based Chef, get in touch at [email protected] or register for the next Event.
