Culinary Institute of Barcelona
CIBers are the graduates of the Culinary Institute of Barcelona (CIB) and are recognized for their commitment to the school’s core values and principles.
At CIB, they cultivate creativity, innovation, and a forward-looking perspective within a framework of freedom, empowering them to become agents of change.
RESPONSIBILITY
Aware of the industry, they act with ethics and sustainability.
TRASCENDENCE
They achieve goals through collaboration.
COURAGE
They test, explore, and tackle challenges.
DISCIPLINE
They face their challenges with dedication and perseverance.
Discover how these CIBers are shaping their legacy
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A new fire empire is rising in Rio
Newton Rique
CIBer, Partner & Executive Chef at CLAN BBQ
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From Chocolate Lover to Entrepreneur
Estela Cuellar
CIBer & Chocolate Pastry Master at TIZCUE
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Creating Something Legit in the food world
Aya Ajami
CIBer & Founder of Wild Nuts
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Revolutinizing Nicaraguan Cuisine With a Healthy Twist
Gabriella Chamorro
CIBer & Storyteller Chef at Girl at the Goose
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A disruptive horizon for Thai cuisine
Natnicha Boonlerd
CIBer & Founder AMI Brunch & Bubbles
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A journey through Mexican Pastry in Barcelona
Dulce Gonzalez
CIBer, Founder & Pastry Chef at Casadulce
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Two AA Rosette stars in only three months
Marlon Sanchez
CIBer & Chef at 1711 Restaurant
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The biggest chain of specialty coffe in Ecuador
David Pareja
CIBer & Founder of PROT INN
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Triple medal of Chile at IKA Olympics
Gian Carlos Pérez
CIBer & Chef at Culinary Team Chile
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Mediterranean cuisine without borders in Uruguay
Agustina Conte
CIBer & Co-Founder at 'Barcelona'
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Traditional desserts are now for everyone
Lucila Canero
CIBer & Founder of La Luciérnaga
United by their passion for cooking, CIBers spread across the globe, leading a culinary revolution without borders
+1008
CIBERS
+90
DIFFERENT COUNTRIES
70%
ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT
+4,5%
ACCEPTANCE RATE
100%
AGENTS OF CHANGE
How did they experience it?
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Advanced Culinary Techniques
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Haute Cuisine Chef
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Specialist in Pastry and Bakery
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Chef specialized in Healthy Cooking
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Professional Haute Cuisine Chef
The fact that today we are welcoming the largest class of students in our history means many things. But above all, it means that every day there are more and more people who believe that a new way of learning cooking is necessary: one that is more conscious, innovative and in line with the challenges of the 21st century.
There are countless reasons that have brought them here, there are more than 100 stories that today begin a new chapter. In short, more than 100 future CIBers in pursuit of a common goal: to be part of the paradigm shift in the restaurant sector.
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We are the first school that has shown that a new way of learning culinary arts is possible. More creative, innovative and responsible towards people and the environment.
We were born out of change and now we are leading it.
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Today is the International Education Day, and on this occasion, we invite you to reflect with us on the future of education.
The CIB is an educational project with a methodology designed to enhance the transformation of skills and attitudes in our students. To achieve this, the teaching team plays a crucial role.
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Remember: being a CIBer is not just about studying at one of the best culinary schools in the world.
Being a CIBer means being part of an international community of creative, entrepreneurial, and passionate individuals in the culinary arts.
At CIB, we teach you to do, more than to know.
We teach you not to accept the established norms and not to fear mistakes.
Only if you are willing to make mistakes will you be able to create truly innovative things.
Welcome to the CIB!