HCC Culinary Arts

05/13/2026

Holyoke Community College Culinary Arts is looking to connect with food industry professionals across Western Mass interested in helping shape the future of culinary education.

As an advisory board member, you can help support student success, strengthen workforce connections, and guide curriculum through meaningful industry collaboration.

If you’re passionate about food, community, and the future of our industry, we’d love to connect.

DM us or email [email protected] to learn more.

04/23/2026

03/30/2026

Still taking this in… 💚

Our ACF accreditation certificate has officially arrived, and it represents so much more than a piece of paper. It reflects the dedication, passion, and commitment of an entire community.

To our faculty, staff, students, alumni, and industry partners—thank you. This milestone was built on your hard work, your belief in what we’re creating, and your willingness to show up every day ready to grow, learn, and support one another.

We are incredibly proud of this program and everything it stands for. We’ve built something special here, one that values excellence, opportunity, and community and this recognition only reinforces that.

Here’s to continuing to raise the bar, together.

03/27/2026

03/02/2026

Ready to fuel your strength goals with delicious food?

Join us for an interactive cooking class where we’ll make balanced, performance-supportive meals that taste amazing and support your training goals! Learn how to build satisfying meals with lean protein, smart carbs, healthy fats, plus creative flavor tips you can use every day. Whether you’re a foodie, an athlete, or just want to eat better — this class is for you!

📅 Mar 10, 2026 | 5–8 pm
✨ Limited spots — sign up now!

https://hcc.coursestorm.com/course/strength-starts-in-the-kitchen-food-127-51-crn17267?fbclid=IwY2xjawQS43RleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpenpXcW1oaXN1d2I5djU4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsFrD6N4Mj5YCUHqHc9KhrGPLLiuxpfM-O-Jx8R_4uspfjxvWb7CWeFaqKlV_aem_i20uUPD6k3PIenfLbO6ukQ

This interactive cooking class is designed for those who want to eat well to train well—without giving up flavor or enjoyment. Participants will prepare a balanced, performance-supportive menu featuring lean protein, smart carbohydrates,...

02/22/2026

HCC will close Mon., 2/23. All classes & events are cancelled. Visit hcc.edu

02/19/2026

Today was our very first Community Dinner prepared by our incredible Culinary Club 🤍

Our students packaged meals for families of four to be distributed through the United Way of Pioneer Valley food pantry — food made with care, purpose, and community in mind.

This is what hospitality is all about.

Join us next month on March 19th from 2:00–4:00 PM, or any 3rd Thursday of the month.
Meals are first come, first served.

We can’t wait to keep showing up for our community — together.

01/27/2026

HCC will close Tue., 1/27. All classes & events are cancelled. The Trustees will meet virtually.

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12/02/2025

HCC will be closed today, 12/2/2025 due to severe weather conditions. All classes, meetings, and events both on campus and virtual will be canceled.

11/13/2025

Today was an exciting day at HCC Culinary Arts Institute. Together, faculty, staff, and students prepared over 300 hot meals for our community through our partnership with United Way to be given out during Open Pantry hours. This is just the beginning, to what we hope is an ongoing initiative to better serve our community.