Our professional courses are recognized in Italy and around the world! The professional courses in cooking and pastry are aimed at those who aspire to become professionals in the restaurant industry and who want to build a solid professional foundation from the basics. The specialization masterclasses are also designed for industry professionals who wish to enrich their enogastronomic knowledge and skills. Italian Chef Academy courses start from the fundamentals, do not require previous experience, and are limited to a small number of participants, ensuring dedicated and high-quality training for each of our students. Our courses are open to highly motivated students from both Italy and abroad. In the case of international students, classes will be conducted in English and/or Italian with the assistance of a specialized native interpreter in cooking terminology.
Educational Topics: Green and sustainable cooking Circular and zero-waste cooking Proper waste management World Excellences Botany and spices from around the world Start-up & consulting Service simulation and operational skills Food cost Healthy cooking CV and job interview Educational Path Basic Topics: HACCP Cutting techniques Food groups Food preservation Mother and derivative sauces Stocks Cooking methods Cold emulsified sauces Clarified butter Confit Appetizers Vegetable, meat, and fish-based appetizers Finger food Bread Making: Traditional breads Focaccia Use of sourdough First Courses Fresh and dry pasta Stuffed pasta Characteristics and use of Italian rice Soups and broths Main Courses White meats Deboning techniques Red meats Game meat Seafood Shellfish Mollusks Filleting and fish processing Legumes Vegetables Desserts* Sponge cake English cream Pastry cream Shortcrust pastry Choux pastry Mousse Plate and spoon desserts Innovation in the kitchen: Sous-vide cooking Low-temperature cooking Final Exam The final exam includes both a theoretical and practical test in presence of the technical committee. A certificate, including certification of practical experience, will be issued by the Italian Chef Academy and the National Professional Education Institute. *The basics of pastry making will be accessible through video lessons.
Italian Chef Academy has various affiliated accommodations just a short distance from the Academy, reserved for non-resident members. The accommodations offer triple, double, or single rooms (available upon request) with numerous comforts: Wi-Fi network, LCD TV… Inside the Campus, students can enjoy a dedicated green area and the Culinary Library, where they can consult some of the best texts on Italian and international enogastronomy. The location is easily reachable from the nearby metro stop. As for affiliated accommodations, the list can be requested following the introductory interview in person or virtually (Skype, Zoom, WhatsApp…)
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