We are the world’s largest professional pastry and culinary skilling online learning platform. We are thought leaders and help shape the industry with our innovation and new techniques assisted by latest technology. Our programs are designed for professional chefs as well as enthusiasts. We have nurtured talent throughout Asia with seven physical campuses in India, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines. We now bring you the same experience in an immersive digital format.
Best Chocolatier Confectioner Chef of France (MOF) in 2007 and 2011”
Famous for his work with liquid nitrogen and voted “most creative young chef”
Chef Morel has been the Canadian World Chocolate Master two times and he was a finalist in the MOF competition.
World Champion at the Coupe du Monde de la Patisserie (World Pastry Cup)
Chef Ajay Chopra is a pioneer in progressive cuisine , and has changed the way people perceive about cooking as profession with Masterchef India.
An Indian celebrity chef, Masterchef India judge, restaurateur, food columnist, author and TV show Judge
one of the premier bakery chefs throughout the US and Europe
Faculty Chef at APCA and Co-founder of Verbena – Private Dinning Club
Winner of the Best Taste award at the Asia Pastry Cup 2022
Martin Lippo is currently the head of Vakuum in Barcelona, a cutting-edge laboratory for experimental cuisine and teaching. At age 27, he was voted “most creative young chef” and also best “Author chef” in a new section, “Post-modern cuisine”, in Argentina’s leading food magazine. He began to teach people to cook, focusing on doing more with less. In 2000, Martin moved to Barcelona, where he began to break down the barriers of conventional thinking: open to molecular cooking, as epitomized by Ferran Adrià, while drawing the best from classical professional cooking, personified by Auguste Escoffier.
Also very well known for his work with liquid nitrogen, Martin opened his center of studies, Vakuum, in Barcelona, which is a laboratory, a teaching center, a place to cook, but also to think about the world of cooking, from gourmet to more low-profile restaurants via industrial food processing.
Known for his ability to surprise with taste and texture, he passes on his know-how and experience as a chocolate and confectionery consultant and trainer.
In his career journey Chef Frederic Hawecker has won many awards and some highlighted one are Pascal Caffet Trophy (2000 – 1st prize), Sibenaler International Chocolate Grand Prix (2002 – 1st artistic prize), Best Chocolatier Confectioner Chef of France (MOF – 2007 and 2011) and other regional chocolate competitions such as Annecy, Marignane, Dijon.
Born in France, Christophe comes from a family of pastry chefs. At a young age, he took classes and became a pastry chef and chocolatier. His passion for chocolate and his knowledge of blending flavours, coupled with his talent and creativity propelled him into the limelight.
Recipient of numerous honours such as the Grand Prix Canadien de la Chocolaterie in 2003 and the Coupe du Monde de Pâtisserie de Lyon in 2005, he continues to dazzle the eye and treat the palate.
Chef Soriano Joaquin has worked many years in Michelin restaurants. He has experiences in Le Meurice, Alléno Yannick, and Alain Ducasse in Paris, Grand Hôtel - Park 45 in Cannes, and Relais Dessert Pastry Shop "Luc Guillet". He has been interviewed on multiple occasions by the renowned French desserts magazine “Le Journal du Pâtissier”. In 2012, he won the Championnat de France du dessert in the category of macarons.
Chef Tan is recognized for his achievements in representing the country and Academy of Pastry & Culinary Arts Malaysia in both National (Food and Hotelier Malaysia) and international competitions such as Global Pastry Chef Hong Kong, Asian Pastry Cup in FHA Singapore, and Mondial des Arts Sucres, Paris and Coupe du Monde de la Patisserie, Lyon. In January 2019, Chef Tan and his team members won the World Champion in Coupe du Monde de la Patisserie (World Pastry Cup) in Lyon, France. They also won Best Display and Best Chocolate Entremets. He is a valuable member and a leader of a successful pastry department in APCA Malaysia and thrives in highly pressurized and challenging working environments.
Chef Ajay has been the Executive Chef at the Westin Mumbai Garden City, responsible for the food and beverage operations of the hotel which includes ‘Prego’ the finest Italian restaurant in Mumbai. He has crafted a rich and diverse menu incorporating signature SuperFood elements.
With his culinary creativity and true passion for food, Chef Ajay Chopra has worked with some of the most prestigious names around the world like Gordon Ramsay and Angela Harn.
Ranveer Brar is an Indian chef, TV & digital celebrity, judge, host, author, restaurateur, food film producer, and benefactor. At present, he is engaged as the senior official food expert at the Novotel Mumbai, Juhu Beach. He is an Honorary member at the James Beard Foundation and recognized by the same for his culinary contribution. Ranveer has received recognition for his contribution to various cuisines by several institutions such as AIWF, AICA, as also the Mayor of Boston.
Chef Ahmad has been serving for 25 years in the Food and Beverage industry. In 2003, he was awarded the Best Commis Rotisseur at the Confreire De La Chain Rotisseur and in 2019, he took part in the FHM Culinaire Malaysia 2019 and won 1st runner up by leading the team. He has also been awarded as Most Outstanding Manager and Best Employee of The Year at his previous workplace. Chef Ahmad is currently an Executive Chef at APCA Malaysia and every day is a new learning day for him as he is able to educate and help struggling students to understand the principles of cooking as well as the cooking techniques. His dedication towards cooking is unbeatable.
Chef Pui Teng is a professional chef with more than 7 years of pastry experience and has extensive experience in French pastry and sugar display. She has recently won the Asia Pastry Cup in December 2022 and, represented the Malaysian team that ranked 6th in the Coupe Du Monde De La Patisserie 2023 in Lyon, together with her team member Chef Charles. Both of these chefs are representatives of APCA. They have also won the Best Taste award at the Asia Pastry Cup 2022. She believes that being a chef allows her to be more creative.
With over 16 years of culinary experience, he brings a dynamic and innovative energy in a diverse culinary scene. His excellence and command over the Indian cuisine is outstanding enabling him to liven up each dish with his own flair. Experimenting with new flavors and combinations of the unexpected is how he delights guests to give them a unique flavor to savor. Chef believes that cooking is like painting. Just like there are only so many colors, there are only so many flavors – the art is in combining them to set them apart!
Chef Pui Teng is a professional chef with more than 7 years of pastry experience and has extensive experience in French pastry and sugar display. She has recently won the Asia Pastry Cup in December 2022 and, represented the Malaysian team that ranked 6th in the Coupe Du Monde De La Patisserie 2023 in Lyon, together with her team member Chef Charles. Both of these chefs are representatives of APCA. They have also won the Best Taste award at the Asia Pastry Cup 2022. She believes that being a chef allows her to be more creative.
Chef Gabriel Bonin, has worked at Michellin Star Restaurants in Europe and Asia. He is known for his simplistic approach about mixing the classic with a Modern touch. He is faculty Chef at APCA and Co-founder of Verbena – Private Dinning Club
Chef Frederic Moreau started his career 1992 working for a local bakery and then worked in Paris for Chef Nicola Bussa.
For the next few years, he gained experience different regions of the globe which includes Paris, Tokyo and USA and gained immense experience in the subject of pastry making.
He has worked for the Edward Notter School in Orlando, Florida; as in-charge of the development of the Pastry Programs.
APCA Chef online is one of the best online platforms to learn from. It covers techniques from basic to advanced levels and hence appeals to a wide audience. It’s helped me plan my lessons better and constantly upgrade myself with new trends and techniques. It’s easy to access and comprehend for beginners too.
APCA CHEF ONLINE has been an amazing tool for learning culinary techniques at your own pace. It’s one thing, to finish a task, but teaching it is a whole different story. Any doubt, any confusion, you always have APCA Chef Online to fall back on. Apart from this, it’s not common to get a chance to learn from world champions and see how they work. What makes it better is, I can see it as many times as I want and absorb it at my own pace.
Apca chef online has helped me a lot to change my perspective towards my passion. The chefs on the platform helped me lay a strong conceptual foundation through classroom teaching sessions. It is one of the best places to learn recipes for French pastries, desserts and chocolates.
Apca chef online has provided excellent services over the years. It has helped me develop a strong sense of commitment toward my passion and helped me enhance my creativity. The website has a large collection of vegan recipes and fully satisfies my craving for vegan meals.
It’s an online portal providing a great exposure to pastry making. APCACHEF online offers an immense library of recipes accessible anywhere and anytime. It is a great platform to learn and enhance your skills with a great panel of chefs. I love chocolates and desserts and this website is a treat for me.
Truly a powerful tool in today’s digital generation. An excellent platform to discover the delicate arts and technical sciences of food making. A worthy investment for people with big passion for food and cooking regardless of experience.
One of the best online classes in pastry and culinary arts that gives you a better understanding and experience of the most important details of cooking and baking
APCA Chef online is one the best platforms to learn the techniques and skills from the most renowned chef online, whether it may be chocolate, sugar, breads and eggless recipes.
It is a very good platform to learn basic to advance knowledge about bakery, and it always updates itself with ever new recipes. With its master classes, one can learn about all the trends in industry. The courses offer a lot of in detail and concentrates on minute skills.
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Let us give you an overview of the travel cakes you will learn to make during the APCA Intermediate Level - online program, which can be very well taken right from the comfort of your home!The name is
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PatienceTo become a chef is to be put under an extremely stressful environment that may become hard to deal with or come to terms with, if one does not acquire a certain amount of poise and patience.
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Importance of saucesThe French term Sauce is derived from Latin word Salus which literally means Salted. It doesn’t take too much in-depth knowledge about food in order to understand the importance
APCA has nurtured talent for over a decade and our students have proven their skills in pastry making and other culinary fields not only in their respective countries but globally. Some of our featured instructors are world pastry champions and Asia pastry champions and many represent their own countries in various international competitions. All our online classes come with complete information about techniques & technologies, which provide a great way to challenge oneself and build new skills. Unlike most online platforms where learning is based on recorded content, at APCA Chef online we are committed to deliver LIVE online sessions which gives an opportunity to our learners to have direct interaction as well. In last decade, we have assisted over 5000 learners globally to shape their skills.
APCA Chef online is currently available in the over 100 territories which includes United Kingdom, Isle of Mann, Ireland, Australia, South Africa, Canada, Dubai, Qatar, Egypt, Belgium, India, Brazil, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Malaysia, Philippines, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Portugal, Singapore, New Zealand, Hong Kong, UAE, and USA.
We are planning to launch Hybrid learning modules of APCA in select territories in near future. Please subscribe to our mailing list and follow our social media channels for updates.
Yes, you can buy an annual subscription for shortlisted programs to get access to recipe videos , recipe flipbooks plus extra LIVE sessions for one year or 6 months depending upon course you have purchased.
Our course subscription is charged annually. For India, there might be an easy EMI option on payment gateway. APCA chef online has no direct partnership with banks for offering EMIs. The pricing and accessibility criteria of APCA online programs vary by skill level (basic, intermediate, advanced), duration (short and long courses) and individual chefs. We encourage subscribers to read program details prior to purchase.
Yes, all our courses have English subtitles that are mapped to the instructors’ speech. We have ensured this is available across all 850+ videos and we will continue to enhance this feature with more videos in future.
Yes, you can see a full list of courses we offer. We have a dedicated page for each program – online pastry program, culinary program, online eggless baking program, MasterChef pastry program and short courses. Each course page highlights the topics and recipes we offer at respective skill level or all level access package.
No, all our courses are self-paced, and no courses will be removed from the site or ‘expire.’ If you have an all-access annual subscription, you can watch any content as long as your subscription is valid. If you do not have an all-access subscription, but instead have bought one or more individual courses, the purchased content is yours to keep for life, and lessons can be watched as many times as you like within your subscription period.
We do not offer money back. However, if you find the purchase program is not meeting your requirements and your topic of interest is available in any other program on APCA chef online platform, we will transfer you to that program in line with your purchase level. No level downgrade or upgrade will be possible. This needs to be raised to us within 48 hours of your purchase either via chat or email support@apcahefonline.com. See our terms and conditions for details.
You can choose between buying short courses and individual skill level based programs which in general have an access of 6 months, or you can sign up for an annual subscription which gives you access to recipes across all 3 levels for 1 full year.
We also offer courses by skill level – basic, intermediate and advanced and their access durations vary from 8 months to 12 months.
You can watch the course as many times as you like, whenever you like. Our skill level-based courses and full access programs also offer online flipbooks for recipes and access to weekend LIVE sessions.
After one year, you will have the option to renew your subscription.
Subscribers will have instant access to new courses as they are released. Please note that any course in the upcoming courses section may be released outside of your annual subscription period. We try to bring the best and latest of the content access to our learners. However, our management holds the right to keep/promote new content separately outside the plan purchased. If you have any questions about an upcoming course, please email support@apcachefonline.com
APCA Chef online offers 850+ products videos with approx. 2000 recipes & Sub recipes across a variety of pastry making and culinary categories, including designer cakes, travel cakes, French pastry making, chocolate tempering, and across global cuisines like Indian cuisines, Mediterranean cuisines and more. Every video has been designed to be accessible both for people with little to no experience and advanced learners alike. With new classes launching regularly, you can learn practical skills, attend LIVE sessions and learner support to clear all your doubts.
We have a wide range of bundled and stackable courses. You can opt them depending upon your current skills and build on as you practice them.
Learn everything that is there to know about Viennoiserie from our MasterChef Angelo Van Toorn. Understand rich and laminated dough. Bake classic breads & Venoisserie with exotic flavors and fillings. The program covers 9 world-class recipes.
Bring these global seafood delicacies to your home with 14 of the best recipes in this program. Suitable for homecooks, students, enthusiasts and professionals alike. Impress your guests with a seafood platter like a true chef.
Learn to make Tarts & Tortes from the best chefs. The course teaches you various fillings and bases along with glazing techniques. The program covers 7 Advanced Tart recipes.
Enjoy exclusive access to 24 LIVE demo sessions during your subscription period. These LIVE sessions will cover pastry, culinary, and eggless baking topics. This package of recipe videos + LIVE demo is available ONLY on APCAChefOnline.com
Understand various American sponges along with pastries and desserts that are based on them. Curated by MasterChef Lim Chin Kheng, this is an ideal short course for American sponge enthusiasts. The program covers 11 recipes.
American Hybrid
Add a layer flavored in vanilla, spices or chocolate to your cheesecake and top it with fruits or nuts. Learn to choose the right flavor and toppings for an unforgettable treat with 10 recipes curated by MasterChef Agnelo Van Toorn.
There are 12 recipes in this program, and students can start from any recipe they wish to try first –
This program is a perfect base to understand sourdough and master the art of baking healthy breads. Flavor it and perfect the taste from our 15 recipes that you will find in this program.
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It's all in the spices. Create a full Indian menu with starters, main courses, and desserts. Kebabs and curries to rice and desserts, this program has it all from the northern part of India. There are 20 recipes here to create an unforgettable experience.
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This is the perfect program for aspiring bakers to practice these skills from the comfort of your home. From classic crème brule to modern exotic desserts, learn 8 world-class basic dessert recipes. These treats can be served anytime, anywhere to finish that perfect meal.
Chef Lim Chin Kheng will be showcasing his Chocolate Praline from start to finish. The 10 recipes in this program will cover of praline, bonbon, gummies, fudges, bars, and tablets.
Enjoy exclusive access to 24 LIVE demo sessions during your subscription period. These LIVE sessions will cover pastry, culinary, and eggless baking topics. This package of recipe videos + LIVE demo is available ONLY on APCAChefOnline.com
This program will cover 10 world class recipes based on different skills and techniques about chocolate and confections which can be easily replicated in the kitchen
Learn how to make perfect complementary potato side dishes for your main course. Enhance the experience with these 7 recipes shared by Chef Gabriel Bonin in this program.
Right techniques can make all the difference in choux and cheesecakes. Learn different techniques to create baked, chilled, and Japanese soft cheesecakes. These 7 recipes covered in this program also cover choux, eclairs, Paris breast and religieuse.
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Gift your loved ones some traditional Asian sponge cakes that are easy to make and do not require sophisticated equipment. Richer than angel food cakes and curated by Chef Lim Chim Kheng, these 11 recipes are a perfect treat for every occasion.
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Fudgy, chewy or cakey, no one can resist a well made brownie. Learn the various types of brownies and variations in their preparation. Experiment with vanilla or chocolate with our 10 recipes shared in this program.
There are 12 recipes in this program, and students can start from any recipe they wish to try first –
Make every day a Chinese New Year party with traditional Chinese cookies. You can munch them, gift them or store them for upcoming occasions. Learn 12 unique recipes curated by MasterChef Lim Chin Kheng in this program.
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Celebrate a joyous Christmas with easy-to-re-create classic desserts from master chefs. All-time classics or modern creations, these desserts are irresistible to kids and grown-ups alike. Learn 10 tantalizing recipes from World Pastry Champion Chef Tan Wei Loon and MasterChefs: Kean Chuan & Lim Chen Kheng.
Learn how to make some classic Italian Pasta. Try the small tips and techniques shared by the chef to create delightful entrees. Create exciting shapes and styles with the program's 10 recipes curated by MasterChef Robert Cross.
Learn traditional Italian meal preparation in this course, curated by MasterChef Gabriel Bonnin. Know your ingredients to make the perfect sauces to complement your dishes or the correct cheese to go with the wine. There are pizzas, pasta, and much more in the 15 recipes shared in this course.
Get fit by removing the carbs and introducing healthy fat. Learn all about the ketogenic diet and the 'dos' and 'don'ts' from our esteemed Chef Gabriel Bonin. Mix healthy eating with great taste. There are 15 recipes to choose from for a healthy you.
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Learn the entire range of ancient and complex Mexican cuisine from salads, soups and starters to the main courses and desserts. Chef Gabriel Bonin lets you experiment with vegetables or meat in some of the 12 recipes to create your own signature stlye.
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Get the basics right. Create the right base with the 4 stocks and 15 sauce recipes for your dishes in this program. Master Chef Sean Thu Jyee Ming shares his secrets to the art of creating the perfect foundation to any dish.
Enjoy exclusive access to 24 LIVE demo sessions during your subscription period. These LIVE sessions will cover pastry, culinary, and eggless baking topics. This package of recipe videos + LIVE demo is available ONLY on APCAChefOnline.com
Learn the basics about chocolates and praline. Know your different chocolates and how they need to be handled for a perfect praline. Perfect your tempering, moulding and ganache to create irressitable Confectionaries delights from these 9 recipes created by Chef Tan Wei Loon.
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Get your basic pies and tarts right! Understand dough consistency and how to maintain and store it. Learn to par-bake or bake the shell. Fill your pies and tarts with delectable sweet or savory filling from our 9 recipes in this course.
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Suitable for home cooks and enthusiasts alike, learn new vegetable recipes that can be cooked anytime of the year. The 8 recipes developed and shared by celebrity Chef de Cuisine Rob Cross, are sure to add that glam to your veggies.
Understanding of classic gateau is very important to stay true to the basic taste and texture which make the product unique. Each gateau has a story and while you experiment with the shapes, sizes, textures and flavors, the basic speciality of gateau is intact.
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Understand the concepts of creaming and crumble and get that crisp flaky cookie you always wanted. Learn to make biscotti, French financiers and florentines. Change the fillings for the British scones and be ready for the royal high tea.
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You will bake like a professional once you understand the basics of laminated and rich dough, proper rest time between folding, and the right temperature. Shape your croissants and make perfect doughnuts and muffins with the 9 recipes included in this course.
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Take an epic culinary journey via the authentic cuisine of this beautiful region. Know the role of the holy trio of wheat, olives, and grapes in these dishes. Join MasterChef Sean Thu Jyee Ming in the original yet creative art of Mediterranean cuisine with the 7 recipes shared in this program.
A range of 11 classic desserts which you can enjoy making at home. Eggless and with organic ingredients, they can be served to anyone.
Learn the skills and techniques to create 8 world-class desserts that are served world-wide in high class cafes and fine dining restaurants. Impress your guests or customers with a professional plated range.
Warm soups can beat the cold! Learn 10 professional soup styles, clear or cream-based. Make it perfect with the correct ingredients. You will find, it is as much about the aroma as it is about taste.
Set the party menu with our 13 savory canapes and mini sandwishes. Serve them as hors d'oeuvres for an elaborate meal or as the main course for a tea party. These are sure to invoke some exiciting conversations.
From simple meals to sophisticated tapas cuisine, learn to create the some of the best from Chef Gabriel. Chef brings his expertise and experience from his two Michellin Star restaurants in Spain and shares 22 of his recipes in this course.
Chef Mondial and Chef Kean Chuan share their secrets in this MasterChef topic. Each dessert has a unique taste and flavor. So, go ahead and leave an impression with these 9 classy recipes of desserts in a glass.
Transitioning to veganism or implementing more plant-based meals into your lifestyle can be healthy and delicious at the same time. This program covers 16 vegan recipes to make your diet healthy without compromising on flavors or taste.
Create almost all traditional and popular pastries and cakes the vegan way with no dairy, eggs, honey or animal gelatins. Get access to 15 recipes that are sure to delight your vegan friends in this course.
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APCAChefonline is currently available in the following territories: United Kingdom, Isle of Mann, Ireland, Australia, South Africa, Canada, Dubai, Qatar, Egypt, Belgium, India, Brazil, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Malaysia, Philippines, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Portugal, Singapore, New Zealand, Hong Kong, UAE, and USA.
We are planning on launching Hybrid learning modules of APCA in select territories in the future. Please subscribe to our mailing list and follow our social media channels for updates.
Yes, you can buy an annual subscription for shortlisted program to get access to 280+ courses under respective program, recipe flipbook and LIVE sessions for one year.
Our course subscription pricing is at annual subscription level. For India there might be easy EMI option on payment gateway. APCAchefonline has no direct partnership with banks for offering EMIs. The pricing and accessibility criteria of APCA online programs vary by skill level (basic, intermediate, advanced), short courses and individual chef courses. We encourage subscribers to read program details prior the purchase
Yes, all our courses have English subtitles that mapped to video speed and instructors’ speech. We have ensured this is available across all 850+ videos and we will continue to build this feature with more videos in future
