Regional Gateway to World Class Culinary Success

Introduction: Elevate Your Culinary Career Path in Northern Luzon

In the heart of Northern Luzon, aspiring chefs now have access to far more than just traditional culinary education. La Flamme Bleue Center for Culinary Arts in Tuguegarao the province’s first premier culinary academy has elevated its standards even further. Through a ground-breaking on-the-job training (OJT) partnership with Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill Philippines, students gain exclusive hands on experience alongside one of the world’s most celebrated culinary brands. This industry-leading collaboration isn’t just about skill-building—it’s your launchpad for a professional career that transcends regional boundaries.

Why This Partnership Matters to Future Chefs in Northern Luzon

1. Propel from Regional Talent to Global Standard

La Flamme Bleue stands as Cagayan’s premier culinary school, offering an internationally recognized 12 month Diploma in Professional Culinary Arts. This program blends ten months of intensive academic and practical coursework with two months of OJT at leading five star hotels, resorts and restaurants.

The newly announced partnership with Gordon Ramsay Restaurants Philippines namely Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill, marks a pivotal evolution for the school’s OJT program (original post here). Now, students don’t just intern locally, they gain real world experience in an internationally based kitchen that aligns with a global brands standard of excellence, innovation and an experience of a refined and precise businesses standard of operations.

2. Learn from Global Standards, delivered in a local context

La Flamme Bleue's curriculum was designed under the guidance of international chefs and meets global expectations, including those used in the U.S. and Australia (As first taught by Chef Don) and later expanded upon by visiting Chefs. The Gordon Ramsay partnership extends this ethos, exposing students to service protocols, operations, and expectations synonymous with top-tier global establishments all without the cost of relocating overseas.

3. Gain a Competitive Edge in the Culinary Market

With gastronomy rapidly evolving, Northern Luzon’s hospitality industry needs trained professionals with both technical skill and international exposure. The Gordon Ramsay collaboration in conjuction with its other OJT partners gives La Flamme Bleue students:

• Elite training experience guided by world-renowned culinary leadership.

• A distinctive credential to stand out in job applications post graduation.

• Confidence and readiness to excel in high pressure, high quality kitchens.

A Closer Look: What This OJT Means for You

A. Integrated Academic + Real-World Training

Your 12 month diploma includes:

• Ten months of foundational and advanced coursework, covering culinary math, knife skills, stocks, soups, sauces, garde manger, and beyond (download a copy of the Syllabus here).

• Two months of OJT including placements at our partner establishments including; Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill Philippines, Crimson Resort and Spa, Admiral Hotel and Los Indios Bravos to name a few.

This blend ensures that classroom learning translates seamlessly into practical mastery.

B. Firsthand Exposure to Professional Standards

Train in environments that exemplify:

• Precision, consistency, and efficiency, hallmarks of Gordon Ramsay kitchens.

• Innovation and creativity, infused with regional and international flavors.

• Team based collaboration, navigating demanding kitchens with grace and understanding chain of command and how each role in the kitchen complements another.

  
  

C. Boosted Career Outcomes and Networking

Alumni can leverage:

• Professional connections within Gordon Ramsay’s network.

• Credibility as graduates who trained under elite culinary operational standards.

• Opportunity for future placements, endorsements, or roles in top dining establishments nationwide.

Why Northern Luzon Students Should Act Now

Accessibility Meets Excellence

La Flamme Bleue Tuguegarao only opens four batches per year with limited stations within each batch to maximize an intimate student to teacher ratio. Aspiring Chefs now have no need to leave Cagayan to access a world class culinary education. La Flamme Bleue’s Tuguegarao campus brings international training within reach, right in your backyard.

Proven Leadership Driving Regional Growth

Founded by Chef Donald Infante in 2016 who himself gained experience at a top luxury hotel in Missouri, La Flamme Bleue was built to empower talented students from the provinces firstly in Iloilo and now in Cagayan. Couple that with Chef Martin Bower joining recently to elevate culinary education in Northern Luzon, and you have a school that’s firmly rooted in its local commitment with a vision to elevate Culinary training standards in provincial regions of the Philippines to the highest International standard affording its students the broadest range of employment and business opportunities globally.

Regional Advantages, International Ambitions

Choosing La Flamme Bleue means:

• Affordable access to elite training.

• Serving as the flagship culinary institution in Region II.

• Staying connected to family and community while building a global career.

Your Culinary Journey Starts Here

Take your first step toward a transformative culinary career:

• Book a School Tour, see the state of the art facilities and equipment and meet your future mentors, and feel the energy of the kitchens where excellence is crafted.

• Join an Open House Event, discover first hand the training philosophy, speak with current students and faculty, and learn how the LFB experience can redefine your future.

Visit La Flamme Bleue’s Admissions or School Tours page today, or contact them directly at +63-917-508-8701 or info@laflammebleuetuguegarao.com. Your culinary aspirations deserve nothing less than world class preparation, right here in Region II.

Summary Table: Why Choose La Flamme Bleue with Gordon Ramsay Partnership?

Feature	Advantage
12-Month Diploma Program	Combines theoretical foundation and two months of high level OJT
Internationally Guided Curriculum	Meets U.S. and Australian standards for international internships
Gordon Ramsay OJT Partnership	Elite, real world experience with top tier culinary operations
Local Leadership & Commitment	Founded for provincial empowerment; now elevated under expert international mentors
Career Ready Credentials	Stand out in the job market across Philippines and beyond
Local Access, Global Reach	Quality, opportunity, and recognition all within Tuguegarao

Elevate your craft. Expand your possibilities. Enroll in the region’s most aspirational culinary education and train with the best.

Book your school tour or join an open house event now and cook your way into a bold, flavourful future.