The best culinary schools in Italy

Italian cuisine is well known and loved all over the world.  You must already know that Italy is full of traditional foods and dishes! But religiously handed down over time by every family. Each Italian region has its food peculiarities! Precisely for this reason, I always recommend trying the food of each town and city you visit. This way your vacation or tour will be unforgettable. If you have favourite Italian dishes and want to replicate them at home, always ask for information! Cooks and chefs will be happy to help with traditional Italian dishes and their cooking. If you are looking for the best Italian cooking schools, here is all the information you need! After following their courses, Italian cuisine will have no more secrets for you! These Italian cuisine schools are the best ones in all the territory, from the north to the south!

Milan: Food Genius Academy

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Immersed in the city of Milan you will find the Food Genius Academy. Perfect place to deepen, study and learn more about the world of cooking. The academy is located in an old foundry and in its 750 square meters you will find only the best. The laboratories have the latest technology and professional supplies to help students. Among the different courses available you will find:

•  Pastry;
•  Haute cuisine;
•  Room management;
•  Cooking classes on weekends;
• Food photography & design;
• Restaurant & crisis management;
• International courses.

Without forgetting the different Masters such as:

• Master in communication and gastronomic criticism: You will face 100 hours of practical and theoretical training. With the help of 20 different teachers specialized in different fields. The subjects are different: haute cuisine,  communication, materials, history, photography, press office and food writing. Without forgetting the tasting workshops.
•  Master in cooking and restaurant manager: The course lasts 1 year with theoretical and practical training. without forgetting the internship and final project work with evaluation. The frequency is 4-5 days a week. The diploma is internationally valid.

For more information click HERE and visit their website. If you prefer, write to info@foodgeniusacademy.com or call the number +39 02.3651.8286

Vicenza: Università del Gusto

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In Vicenza in Veneto, you will find the Università del Gusto. The project offers courses for cooking, bar & wine, pizzeria, bakery and thematic courses. If you are a professional in the sector, a graduate or lover of good food take a look at their courses. 24 specialized teachers will follow you throughout all the courses. In each course, participants learn by working in individual workstations and along with the teacher. At the moment the course for “PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION FOR OPERATORS AT COUNTER” is starting. Not to be missed!

The course venue is located in Via Piazzon, 40, 36051 Creazzo VI. For more information about courses, costs and timetables, visit their WEBSITE. Alternatively, you can contact them by phone at 0444 964300 or by fax 0444 963400. This is their email address: info@universitadelgustovicenza.it

Cuneo: Scuola di Cucina di Pollenzo

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The University of Gastronomic Sciences of Pollenzo located in the province of Cuneo was born in 2004. Besides specialized courses, it offers several amateur courses suitable for those who want to deepen their knowledge. If you choose the Pollenzo Food Lab course you will deal with: cooking, fermentation, planning and horticulture. You will be followed by the best professionals in the kitchen field. You can learn the art from great chefs! Or, you can opt for three-year, master or doctoral courses.

For more information click here on the WEBSITE or write to support@unisg.it

Parma: Alma by Gualtiero Marchesi

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 Alma is the most important higher education centre in all Italy in which to train in the field of cooking. Founded by Gualtiero Marchesi. Taking a course here will allow you to become a bakery, pastry chef, chef or sommelier. Training at 365 degrees will allow you to be competitive in the job market. Its headquarters are located at the Palazzo Ducale in Colorno, in the province of Parma. With the courses, you can follow the dream of becoming a Chef and gain more knowledge. If you are 18 and have little experience then choose the “cooking techniques” course. Or, if you already have experience then choose the “Alma upper course of Italian cuisine”.

The school is located in Piazza Garibaldi n.26, 43052 Colorno (Parma). For more information CHECK THEIR WEBSITE OR  contact the number +390521525211 or send a fax at +390521525252

Firenze: Scuola di Arte Culinaria Cordon Bleu

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The Cordon Bleu School of Culinary Art is in Florence and is the oldest culinary academy in the area. The school has been led since 1985 by Gabriella Mari and Cristina Blasi. The headquarters are located in a typically Florentine building dating back to the 16th century. In this place, you can discover culinary tradition and innovation. Especially thanks to the presence of the C. ulinary AR.t. LA.b (C.A.R.L.A.) you will follow a food research laboratory. Choosing the most suitable course based on your experience is very easy. Just choose the course on their website. You can choose between professional, academic, amateur, summer or personalized courses.

For more information CHECK THEIR WEBSITE OR contact the number 055 22 60 228. THIS IS THERI email: info@cordonbleu-it.com

Roma: Coquis Ateneo della Cucina Italiana

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In Rome, you will find many and different cooking schools to choose from. But the best one is the Coquis Ateneo Della Cucina Italiana born from the initiative of the Troiani brothers and in 10th place among the world cooking schools. The school offers different types of cooking courses to choose from. Professional cooking courses, pastry courses, dining and management courses, pizza. You can also choose the difficulty of the course, based on levels (first, second, the third level). You are spoiled for choice! Alternatively, you can choose themed courses such as “creative appetizers”, “truffles”, “meatballs” and so on. The school is located in Via Flaminia, 575, 00191 Rome.

The school is open from Monday to Friday from 9.00 to 18.30. For more information contact the number 06.33220082 or write to info@coquis.it. DON’T FORGET TO VISIT THEIR WEBSITE!

Napoli: Corso per pizzaioli all’Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana

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If you want to specialize in the field of pizza then go to Naples. At the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, you will find courses that will help you in the art of Italian pizza. The professional course is held at Via Capodimonte 19a, 80131 Naples. 

For more information about costs and courses, contact the number: +39 0814201205 (from Monday to Friday from 10.00 to 13.30 in the afternoon from 15 to 18). IF YOU PREFER, VISIT THEIR WEBSITE HERE.