OCCI News
Welcome to the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) News Hub – Here you will find news stories and culinary events pertaining to OCCI. Explore the latest updates on all things culinary and baking & pastry arts at Southwestern. Discover engaging culinary events that spotlight the talent and dedication from the students, staff and alumni affiliated with OCCI.
Reservations Open for OCCI’s 2026 Summer Restaurant Lunch Series
Coos Bay, OR – Looking for a unique lunch experience this summer? Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) at Southwestern Oregon Community College…
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute to host the “Oregon Coast Food & Wine Celebration” – July 18, 2026
Coos Bay, OR – The Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) at Southwestern Oregon Community College invites the community to our inaugural Oregon…
Summer & Fall Terms 2026-27 Registration
Summer Term 2026-27 is quickly approaching, and Fall Term will be here before we know it! SUMMER TERM: Classes start Monday, June 22, 2026 FALL…
OCCI Announces Spring “La Patisserie” Weekly Sales
Coos Bay, OR – The Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) at Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) will host a series of “La Patisserie”…
SWOCC Foundation and OCCI 2026 Winemaker’s Dinner with Abacela Winery – May 16, 2026
The Southwestern Foundation and Oregon Coast Culinary institute invite the community to an engaging evening of food and wine at the 2026 Winemaker’s…
OCCI Pizza & More Pop-Up Sale! – March 13, 2026
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) will host a pizza pop-up sale (plus more) on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. OCCI…
Spring Term 2026 Registration
Spring Term 2025-26 is quickly approaching! Classes start Monday, March 30, 2026. Below are instructions about how to register. If you are…
OCCI Pizza Pop-Up Sale! – Feb. 20, 2026
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) will host a pizza pop-up sale on Friday, February 20, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. OCCI students have…
OCCI Pizza Pop-Up Sale! – Feb. 13, 2026
OCCI will host its first pop-up sale of the term on Friday, February 13, 2026 from 11am – 1pm. Our students have been working hard and…
OCCI’s Annual Valentine’s Day Sale 2026
Sweets, Savories, and Student Support! Coos Bay, OR – This Valentine’s Day, treat your loved ones — or yourself — to something truly special. Oregon…