Follow four aspiring chefs through the grueling first semester at culinary school. Each of them dreams of changing their lives by starting a cooking career, but each faces a unique challenge that could derail that dream at any time.
See What's At Stake
Meet the New Freshman Class 8 Photos
Learn about the students who are putting everything on the line to attend culinary school.
Who Made the Grade?
Season 1: Where Are They Now? 7 Photos
Catch up with Ben, Jasmine, Jared and Tiffany from The Freshman Class: Louisiana.
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Browse comprehensive guides on every ingredient from A to Z, then master your kitchen skills with our simple tips.
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The Drama You Didn't See
The students' struggles don't stop when the show ends. See how they handle life outside the show.
Confessions of a Culinary Student
"Ah-Ha!" Moments
Culinary students revealed their No. 1 takeaway from class so you can benefit from what they learned.
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