ICIF has devised, in collaboration with the Academy of Pizza makers (http://www.accademia-pizzaioli.it/en/), a new training course: the Course on Pizza. A 4-weeks training course divided in 3 weeks of training focused on pizza with teachers Masters Pizza makers sent by the Academy of Pizza makers, and a last week of training on pastry with professionals Pastry Chefs commissioned by ICIF. The training program permit you to undertake, through an integrated approach between theory and practical skills, a profession that is considered a popular, cultural and social phenomenon which is typically Italian, in continual growth both in Italy and abroad.

The course is in Italian language and teachers are supported by an interpreter in English language.

Maximum attendance: 20.
Take a Look >

This course is suitable for those who want to open a chocolate shop and for those who want to become a professional master Chocolatier. The course includes lessons in window display design, the creation of artistic pieces to showcase, as well as new chocolate decorating techniques. The course includes detailed lessons held by Master Chocolatiers, members of the Academy of Master Chocolatiers, and visits to chocolate manufacturers.

The course is in Italian language and teachers are supported by an interpreter in English language.

Maximum attendance: 16.
Take a Look >

ICIF has created a specific training program for the Ice cream industry: the Course on Italian Gelato. A 4-weeks training course of theoretical and practical lessons at the Institute, the program of the course allows you to undertake, through an integrated approach between theory and practical skills, a profession that give unlimited satisfaction as well as personal and professional growth in the context of the true Italian tradition. Through a relatively brief training period, the student learns from Master Ice Cream makers, promoter of the Italian Artisan Gelato, whom introduce also the beginners, to the world of the Italian Gelato, starting from the organoleptic composition of the raw materials in order to learn the techniques for the preparation of properly balanced ice creams, sorbet and granites, the student at the end of the course is able to create and study his own recipes for any flavor of ice cream, offering flavors appropriate to the tastes and local customs of his own Country. The training program is also complemented by basic concepts for the food industry such as the HACCP system, concepts related to projecting a classical artisan ice cream parlors or a central laboratory for a more industrial production, the Cake Design related to the ice cream world, modern and innovative trends such as the Gourmet Gelato or the Natural Gelato, and the correct pairing of Gelato with wines and spirits.
A training Course to become a professional Ice cream maker, a profession that is strongly required both in Italy and abroad.
The course is in Italian language and teachers are supported by an interpreter in English language.

Maximum attendance: 20.
Take a Look >

ICIF is offering a new training course: The International 1st level Coffee and Bar Course.  A 6-day training course divided in 2 days of training at the 9bar, the Professional Training School for coffee baristas, bartending, and flair (http://www.9bar.eu/). It is the only authorized school in Italy to give certifications of all of the SCAE Coffee Diploma System (Speciality Coffee Association of Europe) modules.  Here the student will attend the 9bar’s  16-hour BASIC COFFEE COURSE and will receive a certificate of attendance and also have the possibility on the 3rd day  to take the 1st level SCAE Coffee Diploma System certification test in order to receive the “Introduction to Coffee” Diploma.
Take a Look >

Surrounded by the pleasant and evocative atmosphere of the Castle of Costigliole d ‘Asti, academics and qualified chefs guide the participants through an educational path towards knowledge of a subject which we encounter daily in modern society. Learning to cook gluten-free is a way to approach food intolerances and those who suffer from them. The purpose is to help those who live with this condition and who have to follow a specific diet which can sometimes be demoralizing and result in loss of appetite.

Eating is one of life’s pleasures: get to know more about gluten-free products in order to bring back the joy of food and satisfy the palate by broadening the gluten free diet!
Take a Look >

ICIF has created the Course for Restaurant Dining Service, a full-immersion professional course, with a total duration of 2 months, divided into 6 days of theoretical and practical lessons at the Institute, from Monday to Saturday included,  8 hours of lessons per day, and 7 weeks of practical training at  medium-high level Italian restaurants selected by the Institute. The program of the course gives an opportunity to learn the best professional service techniques that are fundamental in the sector, to become experts in reception services management, general management, entertainment and customer service from the great experts of the profession. The ICIF Course for Restaurant Dining Service will help students to understand that a waiter is a professional figure who should not be underestimated and does not only have the job of serving food and pouring wine.   Our students will become  “Guest Services Managers” accompanying customers throughout the meal making sure they have a pleasant dining experience.  Students will gain managerial skills, complemented by the knowledge of the culinary world, in relation to food preparation and appropriate pairing with wine and drinks.
Take a Look >