COCINA+ARTE

What COCINA+ARTE does

Cocina+Arte Universidad (legal name Centro de Estudios en Artes Culinarias y Enología AC) is a private culinary, hospitality, and nutrition education institution incorporated as a nonprofit civil association in Mexico under Dra. Patricia Rodríguez Piñeiro as Rectora. Founded in 2015, it operates two physical campuses — the main campus in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, and a secondary campus in Mérida, Yucatán — alongside the Universidad Virtual platform for distance learning. The institution delivers five undergraduate degrees (Licenciatura en Gastronomía y Artes Culinarias, Licenciatura en Gastronomía Ejecutiva, Licenciatura en Hotelería y Negocios Turísticos, Licenciatura en Nutrición y Ciencias de los Alimentos, and the online Licenciatura en Nutrición Humana), three master's programs (Dirección de Hoteles y Restaurantes online, Cocina Mexicana, and Chocolatería), three diploma programs (Repostería, Cocina Internacional, Gran Diplomado en Cocina y Vinos), and short children's summer courses. All programs carry federal REVOE/RVOE recognition from Mexico's Secretaría de Educación Pública.

The curriculum is built around a 70% practical / 30% theoretical model with 5,500+ practical hours in the flagship LGAC program, supported by professional-grade equipment (Hobart, Rational, PacoJet, Irinox, PolyScience), small class sizes of 16 students, and an on-campus application restaurant described as unique in Southeast Mexico. The LGAC program embeds nine levels of language instruction (4 English, 3 French, 2 Italian). The institution reports 600+ active students, 1,200+ partner hospitality establishments for internships across 16+ countries, and membership in the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) with a seat on its General Council.

Revenue is generated primarily from tuition and enrollment fees across full-time, semi-intensive, and online modalities, supplemented by continuing-education diplomas, short courses, and children's summer programs. Tuition is denominated in Mexican pesos and structured per semester or per four-month period, with installment plans available (LGAC at $41,350 MXN/semester, LHNT at $15,050 MXN/semester, diplomas ranging $15,000-$20,400 MXN, children's courses at $3,600 MXN/week). Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the website, WhatsApp (bit.ly/CocinArteInfo), a 24-hour hotline (800.999.CHEF), campus tours, educational fairs, and an alumni intranet, with placement supported by the Vinculación Académica y Laboral department.

Name

COCINA+ARTE

Legal name

Centro de Estudios en Artes Culinarias y Enología AC

Website

https://cocinarte.edu.mx

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Cocina+Arte Universidad is a private culinary, hospitality, and nutrition education institution in Mexico operating two campuses in Chiapas and Yucatán plus online programs, serving 600+ students with REVOE-accredited undergraduate and graduate degrees, diplomas, and summer courses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Tuxtla Gutiérrez

HQ country

Mexico

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Enrollment Fees: Revenue generated from tuition fees for undergraduate programs (licenciaturas), graduate programs (maestrías), diplomas (diplomados), and short courses. Programs offered in multiple modalities: full-time (escolarizado), semi-intensive (semiescolarizado), and online/distance learning.
2. Continuing Education Programs: Revenue from short courses, summer programs for children, and professional development courses offered through the Education Continua division.
3. Summer Courses for Children: Summer culinary courses for children aged 6-16 years offered during school vacation periods at $3,600 MXN per week.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Cocina+Arte Universidad is a private culinary and hospitality university offering REVOE-accredited undergraduate degrees (Gastronomy, Executive Gastronomy, Hospitality and Tourism, Nutrition and Food Sciences, Human Nutrition), master's programs (Hotel and Restaurant Management, Mexican Cuisine, Chocolate), diplomas (Pastry, International Cuisine, Grand Diploma in Cuisine and Wines), and short courses (including summer courses for children). It delivers programs across full-time, semi-intensive, and online modalities from campuses in Tuxtla Gutiérrez (Chiapas) and Mérida (Yucatán), supported by a virtual university platform, an intranet portal, and an on-campus application restaurant.

Product overview

Cocina+Arte Universidad is a private culinary and hospitality educational institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of academic programs. The core offerings include five undergraduate degrees (LGAC, LGE, LHNT, LNCA, LNH) covering gastronomy, culinary arts, hospitality management, and nutrition across full-time, semi-schooled, and online modalities. Graduate education includes three master's programs (MDHR, MCMX, MCH). Continuing education features three diploma programs (Repostería, Cocina Internacional, Gran Diplomado en Cocina y Vinos) and short courses including children's summer cooking programs. The institution operates its own virtual university platform (Universidad Virtual) and student intranet system. All programs hold official recognition (RVOE/REVOE) from Mexico's Secretariat of Public Education.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Universidad Cocina+Arte: A university offering undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees, diplomas, and short courses in culinary arts, gastronomy, hospitality, and nutrition.

Products and services

• Maestría en Chocolatería (MCH) 4-cuatrimester semi-schooled master's degree specializing in chocolate making, tempering techniques, bonbonerie, and fine chocolate artistry. For pastry chefs and chocolatiers seeking advanced specialization.
• Licenciatura en Gastronomía y Artes Culinarias (LGAC) Full-time 8-semester undergraduate degree in gastronomy and culinary arts with 70% practical courses and over 5,500 practical hours, including 9 language levels (4 English, 3 French, 2 Italian) and 4 professional internships. Aimed at high-school graduates pursuing professional culinary careers.
• Licenciatura en Gastronomía Ejecutiva (LGE) - semiescolarizada Semi-schooled 8-cuatrimester undergraduate degree in executive gastronomy with Saturday morning classes over 2.5 years, including 3 languages and professional internships. Designed for working professionals seeking a culinary degree without leaving employment.
• Licenciatura en Hotelería y Negocios Turísticos (LHNT) 8-semester undergraduate degree in hospitality and tourism business management with over 5,000 practical hours and 3 languages (English, French, Italian). For students targeting hotel and tourism operations careers.
• Licenciatura en Nutrición y Ciencias de los Alimentos (LNCA) 8-semester undergraduate degree in nutrition and food sciences, including 2 languages (English and French) and professional internships. The first private nutrition program in Chiapas, integrating nutrition science with food preparation.
• Licenciatura en Nutrición Humana (LNH) - en línea 8-semester online undergraduate degree in human nutrition with 24/7 virtual classroom access. For remote and working students needing a flexible accredited nutrition degree.
• Maestría en Dirección de Hoteles y Restaurantes (MDHR) - en línea 4-cuatrimester online master's degree in hotel and restaurant management. Forms administrators and leaders for the hospitality industry. For working professionals in hospitality seeking senior management credentials.
• Maestría en Cocina Mexicana (MCMX) 4-cuatrimester semi-schooled master's degree specializing in Mexican cuisine, traditional techniques, and national ingredients. For chefs and culinary professionals specializing in Mexican gastronomy.
• Diplomado en Repostería 20-session diploma in pastry and baking over 11 weeks covering baguettes, breads, cheesecakes, macarons, and elaborate desserts. For general public without prior knowledge required.
• Diplomado en Cocina Internacional 20-session diploma covering world cuisines from France, Italy, Spain, Japan, India, and more over 10 weeks. For adults seeking international culinary exposure without a full degree.
• Gran Diplomado en Cocina y Vinos Comprehensive 5-module diploma over 1.5 years covering culinary arts and wine pairing. Classes on Saturday mornings; modules include culinary foundations, pastry, French cuisine, Italian cuisine, and banquet management.
• Cursos de verano para niños Week-long summer cooking courses for children ages 6-16 covering world cuisines and pastry arts. Includes all ingredients, materials, lunch, and diploma. Priced at $3,600 MXN per week.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5,500+ hours of practical training in Gastronomy and 5,000+ hours in Hospitality programs
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• 1,200+ Partner Hotels and RestaurantscoreOthersOver 1,200 agreements with prestigious hotels, restaurants, and hospitality establishments across Mexico and internationally. Provides students with professional practice opportunities in more than 16 countries with the highest competitive standards.
• International Hotels and Restaurants (USA, Europe, Asia, Canada, Africa)coreOthersInternational internship partnerships allowing students to complete professional practices abroad at top hospitality establishments worldwide.
• International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive membership in IACP, participating as a member of the General Council. Only institutions with high quality standards are accepted as members. Provides international recognition and networking opportunities.
• Consejo Gastronómico del Estado de ChiapascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPermanent member of the Gastronomic Council of the State of Chiapas, contributing to the development and recognition of regional gastronomy.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Universidad del Claustro de Sor Juana: Mexico City-based private university offering culinary arts and gastronomy programs. Comparable as a Mexican private higher-education institution with culinary/hospitality offerings, but with a broader academic portfolio and larger scale than Cocina+Arte.
• Le Cordon Bleu: Internationally recognized culinary education brand with multiple global campuses offering diplomas and degrees in culinary arts and hospitality. Comparable as a global gold-standard culinary school competing for the same international-minded student segment Cocina+Arte targets with its IACP membership and 16-country internship network.
• Culinary Institute of America: Premier US culinary higher-education institution offering associate/bachelor's degrees with strong industry placement. Comparable in mission (professional culinary education with industry-recognized credentials) and in targeting students who value practical training and career outcomes.
• Basque Culinary Center: Spain-based culinary higher-education and research institution offering degrees in gastronomy and culinary arts. Comparable as a top-tier international culinary school with degree programs, research focus, and industry partnerships.
• Escuela de Gastronomía del Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Occidente (ITESO): Mexican university with gastronomy programs as part of a larger academic portfolio. Comparable as a Mexican private university offering culinary/hospitality degrees, though operating within a broader multi-discipline institution.
• Universidad La Salle (Gastronomy programs): Major Mexican private university network offering culinary arts and hospitality programs across multiple campuses. Comparable as a Mexican private higher-education institution with culinary offerings competing for the same undergraduate student segment.

Direct peers

• Instituto Culinario de México: Mexican culinary school offering professional chef training programs in Mexico. Directly comparable as a domestic culinary education competitor pursuing similar student demographics and tuition-based revenue model.
• Centro Culinario Ambrosia: Mexican culinary school focused on professional chef training with multiple campuses. Directly comparable as a domestic culinary education peer targeting similar students with similar full-time professional culinary programs.
• Universidad del Turismo (UNITUR): Mexican private university specializing in tourism, hospitality, and gastronomy programs. Directly comparable in offering Mexican hospitality and culinary higher-education with multi-campus presence.

Emerging players

• Gastrónoma México: Mexican culinary education platform offering shorter-format courses and professional certifications. Comparable in providing culinary training in Mexico but with shorter, more flexible formats versus Cocina+Arte's degree-focused approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cocinarte
• Facebookfacebook.com/cocinarte.web
• Instagraminstagram.com/cocinarte

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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