Culinary Arts
Overview
Find Your Passion. Build Your Skills. Start Something Real.
If you’re serious about food — whether you dream of becoming a chef, want to launch your own café, or just love cooking — our Short-Term Culinary Arts Programs at Silver Mountain School of Hotel Management are a great place to start.
These are hands-on, practical courses designed to give you real kitchen skills, global exposure, and the kind of confidence that gets noticed. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to sharpen your skills, we have options that fit your goals — and your schedule.
Why Study Culinary Arts at SMSH?
Master culinary arts with hands-on training in professional kitchens, guided by expert chefs, with a curriculum designed for real-world success.
What Makes Us Different
Daily practical classes in a professional kitchen
Global cuisines, local flavors, real recipes
Learn what it takes to work in a real kitchen — or run your own
Courses from 1 week to 9 months
Why Choose Silver Mountain
Real kitchen experience every day
Small groups, more personal attention
Professional chefs as instructors
A curriculum designed to get you job-ready
Certificate provided upon completion
Ideal for launching a food career or your own venture
Whether you're here to find your calling or just to take the first step — this is where it starts.
Ready to get cooking?
Structure
Choose a Course That Works for You
1-Week Culinary Workshop
Short, focused courses to upgrade your skills fast
What You\'ll Learn
Perfect if you want to try something new or add to your existing skills. Choose from:
Chinese Cuisine – Dim Sum, Stir-fries, Toffee Dessert
Fast Food – Burgers, Club Sandwich, Pav Bhaji
Indian Cuisine – Paneer, Goan Curry, Laal Maas
Italian Cuisine – Fresh Pasta, Alfredo, Lasagna
Nepali Thakali – Thakali Thali, Sukuti, Gundruk
Sushi Basics – Rice prep, Nigiri, Maki, Rolling skills
1-Month Culinary Arts Course
A solid foundation for beginners and food lovers
Learn essential techniques and everyday dishes across popular cuisines. Perfect for those just starting out or exploring food as a career.
What You\'ll Learn
Knife skills, sauces, stocks, and soups
Nepali and Indian dishes (like Dal, Curry, Dhido)
Continental and Chinese recipes (Pasta, Chop Suey)
Street food and fast food (Pizza, Kathi Roll, Satay)
3-Month Culinary Arts Course
Level up with more depth, more dishes, and more culture
Dive into regional cuisines, explore traditional breads, and take on a creative food project inspired by famous films.
What You\'ll Learn
Everything from the 1-month course
Thai, Korean, and Chinese recipes
Indian breads (Naan, Kulcha, Paratha)
Food & Film Project: Recreate iconic dishes from Ratatouille or The Lunchbox
6-Month Culinary Arts Course
Get serious about your skills and your future
This course takes it a step further — from bakery basics to Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine. You’ll also plan your own dream restaurant.
What You\'ll Learn
Full 3-month curriculum
Global cuisines including Japanese, Italian, and Mediterranean
Bakery: Cakes, breads, pastries, rolls
Capstone Project: Menu design, pricing, market visits, and concept planning
9-Month Culinary Arts Course
Take everything you’ve learned and apply it in a real kitchen
After completing the 6-month program, you’ll get 3 months of internship experience in a professional kitchen.
What You\'ll Learn
All content from the 6-month course
Real-time experience in hotels, cafés, or restaurants
Kitchen teamwork, hygiene, service readiness
Internship placements are based on availability