culinary instructor Archives

Betsy Fischer is retiring as the head of the Santa Rosa Junior College Culinary Arts Department. Photo taken in Santa Rosa on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

SRJC Culinary Chair Betsy Fischer Reflects on the ‘Joy as a Teacher’

May 2026

Betsy Fischer has worked in Santa Rosa Junior College’s Culinary Arts Program for 26 years. As she prepares to depart, she dispenses lasting advice for students.

Malaysian cooking expert Mei Ibach. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Culinary Instructor Mei Ibach Shares Secrets on How to Be a Successful Chef

May 2025

Chef and instructor Mei Ibach talks passion for cooking, affordable culinary education, being curious about different foods and more.