About CIA

Since 1946, The Culinary Institute of America (CIA), an independent, not-for-profit educational organization, has dedicated itself to providing the highest-quality culinary education to students at all career and experience levels.

  • Created by SmartBrief, a business news publisher, in partnership with the CIA.
  • A daily snapshot of the culinary industry with news from the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and other leading sources.
  • Summaries of what matters to you, written by expert editors to save you time and keep you informed and prepared.

Now you can keep current with your industry without having to sift through the news every day. You don't need to be a member of the association to take advantage of this free service.

Welcome to SmartBrief.

SmartBrief is the leading online publisher of targeted business news and information by industry.

By combining technology and editorial expertise, SmartBrief filters thousands of sources daily to deliver the most relevant industry news in partnership with more than 180 trade associations, professional societies nonprofits and corporate entities.