The "Lycée Hôtelier de La Rochelle" or "La Rochelle Catering and Hospitality College" in English, first opened its doors in 1986. 

Ever since the La Rochelle Catering and Hospitality College, has developed a reputation for its high teaching standards and its effective international network. Training students in culinary arts, service or accommodation. The Establishment is ideally located in the heart of Les Minimes area, half-way between the University of La Rochelle and one of the largest marinas in Europe.