Rizwan Ahmed

Rizwan Ahmed is an Associate Professor at Johnson & Wales University (JWU) since 2000, combining 12 years of professional culinary experience with academia. He teaches courses like CUL4115 (Capstone, Professional Kitchen) and CUL2810 (Global a la Carte). His culinary background includes working under renowned chefs such as Paul Gayler, Michel Roux, Andre Garrett, and Daniel Scannell.

Education:

• B.S., University of Maine
• Diploma in Culinary Arts, Le Cordon Bleu, London

Ahmed's professional experience includes founding Hourglass Brasserie in Bristol, Rhode Island, which topped TripAdvisor for four consecutive years. He emphasizes collaborative learning and innovation in JWU's culinary programs.

Research/Teaching Focus: Culinary techniques, contemporary European cuisine, and experiential learning in hospitality education. No specific grants, labs, or awards are mentioned in the provided texts.