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1st week: Students will master the craft of creating genuine Italian Gelato, employing fresh and natural ingredients in the process. - Gelato lessons take place Monday to Friday, with a duration of 2 hours per day, accumulating to a total of 10 hours. Classes may be scheduled either in the morning or afternoon. Topics: • The authentic Italian Gelato • Composition • Production Method • Mix Calcul...

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Program Highlights

Come to Florence and find out the secrets of creating the flavors and textures that have been loved all around the world!

Learn the art of making authentic Italian gelato using fresh, natural ingredients.

Experience working as a clerk at a real Italian “gelateria” (gelato shop) and learn about the preferences of locals.

Gain an insight into the daily operation of a gelato shop in Italy.

The school is located in downtown Florence, Italy, a few steps from the Florence Cathedral (“Duomo”), an ideal location to enjoy the city.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Florence, Italy
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundTerms Available:
  • Throughout the Year
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Adventure Types:
  • Cooking
Subjects & Courses:
  • Culinary Arts
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

1

After this course, I opened my gelato shop

April 08, 2020by: Luciana Gonzalez - MexicoProgram: Gelato Course in Florence, Italy
10

I took a Gelato Course at FCAS last summer for just 2 weeks but it was a lovely experience. The instructors helped me a lot in terms of understanding the process, how it's made, the type of equipment used, and what the difference is between gelato and regular ice cream. Absolutely worth it!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Florence, Italy

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Cooking
  • Subjects & Courses
  • Culinary Arts

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Throughout the Year

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Visa Fees

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
Florence Culinary Arts School (FCAS)

Florence Culinary Arts School (FCAS)

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1st week: Students will master the craft of creating genuine Italian Gelato, employing fresh and natural ingredients in the process. - Gelato lessons take place Monday to Friday, with a duration of 2 hours per day, accumulating to a total of 10 hours. Classes may be scheduled either in the morning or afternoon. Topics: • The authentic Italian Gelato • Composition • Production Method • Mix Calculations • Mix Processing • Production Cycle • Freezing • Lab Hygiene Standards • Gelato with inclusions and variegations • Sorbet (outline) • Gelato Pastry (outline). From the 2nd week (experience/short internship): Starting from the second week, students will engage in practical sessions at a local gelateria, where they will apply the knowledge acquired during the initial week of the course. Be...

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