There are admirable potentialities in every human being. Believe in your strength and your youth. Learn to repeat endlessly to yourself, 'It all depends on me.'

-Andre Gide

French critic, essayist, & novelist (1869 - 1951)

Benefits (from the ACF website)

Seven reasons to join the American Culinary Federation and propel your career to new heights

1. Networking opportunities with 22,000 members, including:
   • Top professional chefs
   • Culinary educators
   • Award winning cooking teams
   • Students
2. Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
3. Discounts for:
   • Professional certification
   • Regional and national events
   • Products and services from ACF industry partners
   • eShop, ACF’s online store
4. Opportunity to hone your culinary skills through competitions and apprenticeship programs.
5. Affiliation with the largest culinary organization which is known as “The Authority on Cooking in America.”
6. Complimentary subscription to The National Culinary Review magazine, ACF’s monthly national publication.
7. Automatic membership in the World Association of Chefs Societies.

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Culinary Enthusiasts

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• Member education and certification
• Junior member activities and opportunities
• Childhood & adult nutrition