www.pregel.it/itc/
Il PreGel International Training Center è la divisione formativa di PreGel S.p.A., azienda italiana leader nella produzione di ingredienti per gelateria e pasticceria, fondata nel 1967. I Centri di Formazione Internazionali sono stati creati per supportare chi desidera intraprendere un percorso formativo finalizzato alla crescita professionale, seguendo un metodo collaudato ideato da esperti gelatieri e pasticceri PreGel. Situato a Reggio Emilia, il centro offre una formazione completa nella produzione di gelato artigianale e nella pasticceria, utilizzando attrezzature all’avanguardia e ingredienti di alta qualità. I corsi sono strutturati in modo dinamico per favorire l’interazione tra docente e studente e prevedono l’utilizzo dei migliori ingredienti e di tecnologie avanzate.
• Contact: trainingcenter@pregel.com • Telephone: +39 0522 394 211 • Address: Via A. Frank n°62, Reggio Emilia, Italia • Course Types: Gelato courses, pastry training, business development. • Request information about the courses or visit the school's website
www.accademiabigatton.com
Accademia Bigatton is a dynamic team of Italian gelato and pastry experts based in Portogruaro (Venice). Founded by the Bigatton family, the academy provides extensive support for new gelato entrepreneurs. Training ranges from basic level courses (gelato, semifreddi, fruit carving) for beginners to advanced and specialized courses (chocolates, gelato innovation, gelato sticks, etc.) for pros. All courses are hands‑on and taught by seasoned masters. Accreditation and public information can be found on their site, and courses are often free-of-charge for participants.
www.artedolce.it
Established in 1991 in Rimini, Arte Dolce is a leading professional training center for pastry, gelato, chocolate and bakery arts. It prides itself on 30+ years of high-level courses delivered by internationally renowned instructors. Each year Arte Dolce offers a rich program of classes – from beginner courses to advanced masterclasses – covering pastry, gelato, bread, sugar art, café management and more. The 2024/25 season features new courses and expert faculty, ensuring an immersive learning experience guided by experienced masters.
www.casaoptima.com (main page) – for courses visit the Casa Optima Training site
Casa Optima is a high-performance training and research center specializing in gelato, pastry and beverage arts. It operates in 12 locations worldwide (from Rimini to Dubai, Miami to Shanghai) as part of a major Italian sweet-art ingredients group. Casa Optima trains over 700 professionals annually with a premium curriculum. Its offerings include intensive gelato courses (in Italian and English), pastry and chocolate seminars, and specialized beverage training. The school emphasizes innovation and sustainable practices in gelato making.
www.castalimenti.it
CAST Alimenti (Centro Arte, Scienza e Tecnologia dell’Alimento) is a premier culinary education center founded in Brescia in the mid-1990s. Accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education and Lombardy Region, it offers “specific courses in all culinary arts”. The school serves both young trainees and experienced professionals. Its gelato program includes high-level vocational courses in gelato production, as well as broader specialties such as bakery, pasta and pastry. CAST Alimenti is known for its modern laboratories and international competition teams.
www.comprital.com (see Training section)
Comprital Athenaeum is the training branch of Comprital SpA (a leading gelato ingredients manufacturer near Milan). Comprital Athenaeum offers specialized gelato and pastry training aimed at professional development. Courses focus on the latest products and techniques, ensuring gelatiers stay current with market trends. Programs include hands-on gelato-making workshops and seminars on new ingredients.
www.disaronnoingredients.it
The Education, Creation & Application Institute of Disaronno Ingredients is a corporate training facility in Veneto dedicated to gelato and pastry professionals. Gelato is the institute’s “pulsating heart”. The modern training center offers five distinct gelato courses for current and future industry pros: Level 1 (fundamentals), Level 2 (advanced), Level 3 (expert), a Store Management/Marketing course, and a Counter-Service Techniques course. All courses are highly practical (“100% hands-on learning” through on-the-job labs).
www.fabbri1905.com
Fabbri Master Class is the Fabbri 1905 training center dedicated to the professional development of gelato makers, pastry chefs, baristas, and bartenders. Courses are held in the laboratories at the Bologna headquarters and are available as individual, customized sessions or in group format. The training offer is aimed both at beginners and those looking to refine their skills. Fabbri Master Class relies on top industry professionals to provide high-quality tools and resources that support creativity and excellence at every stage of gelato and pastry production.
• Contacts: commerciale@fabbri1905.com – Tel. +39 051 6173111 / Toll-free number +39 800 019203 • Course types and schedule: Courses in artisanal gelato and pastry makin
www.gpcenter.it
G&P LAB (operated by G&P Center) is a state-of-the-art professional training lab for gelato and pastry. With modern facilities in Milan and Turin, the lab was created by the Alvena group to share 40+ years of industry experience. G&P LAB offers a limited‑enrollment program of hands-on courses and demos taught by expert instructors. Training focuses on “best and innovative production, decoration and presentation techniques” in gelato and pastry. Their practical workshops allow participants to learn by doing under personal guidance.
www.prodottirubicone.com
Rubicone Gelato College is the training school of Prodotti Rubicone, located at their headquarters in Bertinoro. This fully equipped “talent-building” lab offers 100% hands-on gelato courses using the company’s own product line. Programs include a Start-Up Gelato Course (for opening a gelateria), a Soft-Serve Ice Cream Course, a Frozen Pastry Course (gelato cakes, semifreddi), a Gelato Sticks & Mixer Basics Course, and Customized Training. All courses are flexible (“dates at the student’s choice”) and taught by expert gelato-makers.
www.gelatomasterschool.com
Tonino Leardini Gelato Master School is an exclusive academy named after Maestro Tonino Leardini. Its main campus is in San Marino, with sister locations in Rome and London. The school features a faculty of Italy’s top gelato masters and offers specialized courses in artisanal gelato production and gelateria management. Leardini (a multi‑time world champion) ensures a premium learning environment steeped in tradition and innovation.
www.cittadelgelato.it - (see the Training section)
Training Lab at La Città del Gelato is a specialized center in Noci (Bari) focused on gelato culture. It was founded to promote authentic gelato and teach the pleasure of genuine, high-quality ice cream. The program offers professional training (both theory and practice) for aspiring gelato-makers, often in collaboration with local schools and industry partners. Courses cover traditional gelato production, ingredient selection and the science of gelato quality.
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