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Culinary students learn fresh is best, social media isn’t everything from Chef in Residence Alex Kim

by Ibrahim Basim, Abraham Arrieta | Apr 21, 2026

At NAIT, students training for careers in culinary are surrounded by polished dishes, trending techniques and constant inspiration online. But according to NAIT’s 2026 Hokanson Chef in Residence Alex Kim, that exposure may work against the craft of culinary arts. “I...

PHOTOS: Alex Kim, 2026 Chef in Residence

by Abraham Arrieta | Mar 31, 2026

Chef Alex Kim, Culinary Director at Five Sails in Vancouver, returned to campus as NAIT's 2026 Hokanson Chef in Residence. Kim did hands-on demonstrations, lessons and special events with the students of the Culinary Arts program. Related: NAIT culinary grad takes...