World-Class Training for Culinary Visionaries

Established in 2021 in Baku, Azerbaijan, CÀSÀ was founded with a bold vision: to redefine culinary training in the region. Today, we are proud to be ranked among the world's elite culinary institutions. We've empowered countless students to achieve their dreams, garnered numerous awards, and partnered with the most prestigious brands in hospitality.

Our future is bright. Instead of resting on our laurels, we constantly challenge the status quo. As we expand internationally, we believe that the best of CÀSÀ is still to come.

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Our mission

CÀSÀ is a private culinary arts school dedicated to providing world-class training and education, enabling our students to join industry-leading organizations. We focus on helping our students achieve the highest level of academic excellence in culinary education through a hands-on approach, ensuring they are well-prepared for wherever their careers take them.

Director’s Message
CÀSÀ Baku – Nurturing Global Culinary Talent

Dear Prospective Students,

At CÀSÀ, we view food as both an art and a passion, and if you share this perspective, our academy is the ideal place for you. Guided by renowned chefs and industry experts, you will embark on an immersive learning journey designed to nurture your culinary skills. Our programs, crafted in collaboration with top global organizations, blend technical expertise with professional development to prepare you for a competitive, globalized environment. We aim to elevate Azerbaijani cuisine and create a hub where students worldwide can share their culinary heritage.

Our teaching philosophy emphasizes thorough preparation and proactive planning. We ensure that you absorb fundamental concepts and understand them from multiple perspectives. Through interactive sessions, we encourage you to ask questions and challenge the teacher, knowing that various methods and explanations will be used to support your learning. Building a professional relationship with you is key, as it fosters open communication and continuous learning. We focus on industry trends such as sustainability and innovation, and our curriculum is guided by the principle of providing internationally recognized qualifications.

Join us at CÀSÀ, where your journey in food will begin with hands-on experiences and a commitment to academic excellence. Let us help you develop fine culinary skills and gain international exposure, positioning Azerbaijani cuisine on the global map.

Sincerely,

Kelvin Chong
Director & Founder of Culinary Arts Center of Azerbaijan (CÀSÀ)

Awards & Accreditations
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Awards & Honors

Step into a world of excellence with CÀSÀ's award-winning programs. Our commitment to culinary mastery has earned global recognition, showcasing what the world acknowledges as exceptional. Discover a premier, world-class experience where accolades speak volumes about our dedication to excellence. 

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Student Testimonials

Seymur Maharramov
Best Chef of the year & Junior Team Winner in Casa Cup 2025

Leyla Abbasova
Gold Medalist at the IIHM Young Chef Olympiad 2024 Graduan and student Ambassador of CÀSÀ

Sabina Gasimli
Gold Medal Winner in Casa Cup 2025 – “Plated Assorted Desserts” Category

CASA Students' Testimonials
Gold Shah 2025 | Part 1

Testimonial Videos of CASA Students'
Gold Shah 2025 | Part 2

Zamin Mammadov
CASA Cup 2025 Gold Medal Winner - "Fish" Category

CASA Junior Team
CASA Cup 2025 Junior Team category winner

Aliya Mursalova
CASA Cup 2025 "Meat" and "Pasta" Category Winner

Ulviyya Aliyeva
Casa Cup 2025 Bronze Medal Winner

Allahqulu Bagirov
Graduan of CÀSÀ in year 2022

Kamila Kasimova
Graduan of CÀSÀ in year 2022

Kenan Balashov
Graduan of CÀSÀ in year 2022

Karim Mammadov
Casa Cup 2025 Bronze Medal winner - "Sushi" Category | CÀSÀ Student

Didier Quenouelle
3 "Michelin" star Chef Didier Quenouelle - Casa Cup 2025 Judge

Riccardo Valerro
İtalian Culinary İnstitute Chef and Teacher - Casa Cup 2025 Judge

Maryam Ahmadova
CASA Cup 2025 Bronze Medal Winner

Nijat Babayev
Member of the ACSA Management Board | Judge Chef at Casa Cup 2025

Ceyran Asgarova
Food Technologist at Saffron Group | Judge Chef at CASA Cup 2025

Faiza Abdul
Renowned Culinary Expert | Judge Chef at CASA Cup 2025

Murat Aslan
CASA Cup 2025 Gold Medal Winner

Sharifulla Khankishiyev
Shuha Manzara Restaurant Chef | Judge Chef at CASA Cup 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Team
CASA Cup 2025 Hotel Team Category Winner

Evgeni Margunov
Judge Chef at CASA Cup 2025

Sarxan Mammadov
ACSA & National Culinary Team Captain | Judge Chef at CASA Cup 2025

Simuzar Suleymanova
Judge Chef at CASA Cup 2025

Chef Xuanito
Head Chef of TKI - CASA Cup 2025 Guest Chef