Courses

 

 

Handmade Ice Cream and Sorbets  NEW! 

Chef de Gelato 

In this course you will not only learn the components and methods of making chocolate couverture and the different methods of hand tempering, but you will also be exposed to a range of different types of chocolate. Learn in this hands-on class how to make a range of filled chocolates from the preparation of the chocolate mould to a range of different ganache fillings such as gianduja cream, liquor, nuts and marzipan.  Once your chocolates are made you can then create your own chocolate box of pure chocolate couverture in which you can take all your chocolates home to enjoy!

March 28 & 29

June 27 & 28

 

Chef: Franck Poirier/Kevin Curpen

Discover the magic of creating your own gourmet ice cream and sorbet, from a basic anglaise and fruit syrup - to an exquisite array of traditional and contemporary flavours. Pastry chef Kevin Curpen will also teach you the art of presenting and serving your iced treats to impress family and friends. Course includes making accompanying sauces and garnishes.

Sun March 1

 

If your dream is to operate a thriving gelataria then this course will give you a clear pathway including the practical and theoretical components, a business plan, branding, product coupling, marketing techniques and product development.  The aim of this course is to provide clear distinctions for those wanting to enter the retail and wholesale sector of gelato and granita (Italian ice).  You will learn the principle foundations in production methods that include pasteurisation, working with balanced formulas, batch freezing, overrun flavouring pastes, inclusions and freezing methods post production.  As well as demonstrations there will be hands-on practical training designed to simulate the experience of working in your own kitchen, with the products and manufacturing equipment.

 

This is a highly informative and educational program designed to give those serious about entering into the gelato business a strong foundation of practical skills coupled with the business practices necessary to succeed.