International Culinary Institute

Horry-Georgetown Technical College

The International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach at Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) in The Market Common is a hidden gem of the Grand Strand. With world-class facilities and instructors, the quality of education received at the International Culinary Institute (ICI) rivals any other culinary institute in America. Many of the culinary students are then placed in jobs directly after graduating from the program at the over 1,800 restaurants in the Grand Strand ranging from fine dining to southern cooking! 

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We are ready when you are ready to welcome our Canadian friends back to The Beach! From beautiful beaches to 90 golf courses, there is plenty of outdoor activities for you to kick back, relax, and enjoy in Myrtle Beach.

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From the shoreline to the boardwalk, Myrtle Beach offers endless ways to explore. In this video, we’re sharing 15 must-do experiences that showcase the best of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Perfect for trip planning, this guide highlights top attractions, outdoor adventures, local hotspots, and unforgettable moments you can only find here.

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You Belong at The Beach: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

There’s a reason people call Myrtle Beach “The Beach.” Here, you become your best self. It’s a place where you can let loose, let it ride, and go with the flow. Where limits on fun don’t exist. Somewhere that knows what you want, and isn’t afraid to give it to you. In Myrtle Beach, families get closer and have those special moments that make life-long memories. It’s a place where you can get away, and find exactly what you’re looking for. You can speed up, slow down, and make waves even on land. If this sounds like what you need, then this is where you belong.

Destination 101 : tout ce que vous devez savoir sur Myrtle Beach

Connue sous le nom de Capitale mondiale du golf, Myrtle Beach possède également une scène culinaire et brassicole vibrante, des attractions amusantes pour tous les âges, et se trouve sur 60 miles de magnifique littoral. Consultez cette fonctionnalité Destination 101 (en français) pour un aperçu rapide de ce à quoi vous attendre lors de votre voyage à Myrtle Beach, en Caroline du Sud. 

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Myrtle Beach, SC: Exactly Where You’re Meant to Be

The perfect vacation isn’t about doing it all. It’s about slowing down enough to notice the little things—the laughter, the breeze, the way time stretches just right. Myrtle Beach is where families find their rhythm, where memories are made in the in-between moments that matter most. Whether you're savoring the sun, chasing adventure, or just catching your breath, this is a place where everything feels right. Plan your escape at VisitMyrtleBeach.com

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Nicknamed "The Black Pearl", Atlantic Beach is a four-block oceanfront gem between Windy Hill and Crescent Beach in North Myrtle Beach. Founded in the early 20th century by Gullah Geechee families and Black entrepreneurs, it became a rare haven during segregation – where culture, freedom and community thrived. 

Today, that proud legacy is alive and evolving. Atlantic Beach blends rich history with fresh momentum offering a one-of-a-kind getaway with soul, style, and staying power.

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International Culinary Institute in the News

The International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach has been awarded several prestigious awards that speak to the caliber of the instruction received in the classroom and test kitchens as well as the top-notch chef that graduates from the program.

  • August 2021, Students from ICI of Myrtle Beach competed in the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF) national convention and were awarded the overall bronze medal and won best salad course.
  • February 2022, Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is proud to announce that the International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach (ICI) earned exemplary status for the Culinary Arts Program presented by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF)
  • March 2022, Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is proud to announce that Abigail Estes, Culinary Arts Technology/Baking and Pastry Arts major at the International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach, is one of nine seniors from South Carolina colleges and universities selected for the 2021 Tourism Student Awards

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