In recent years, the Italian food & beverage sector has emerged as a powerhouse on the international stage. Italian exports of food and wine have nearly doubled in a decade—from roughly €34 billion in 2014 to an estimated nearly €70 billion in 2024. Agenzia Nova+1 Italy now holds leadership in global categories such as pasta, tomato products, cured meats and cheese—and is widely recognised for quality, tradition and innovation. EFA News+2italianfoodnews.com+2
This strong momentum presents a vibrant opportunity for professionals, entrepreneurs and enthusiasts from around the world to engage deeply with the “Made in Italy” food culture—not just as consumers, but as skilled practitioners capturing global trends.
For example, many Italian food‑&‑beverage segments posted double‑digit growth in recent years. The Italian food industry is evolving—traditional products continue to shine, while new formats (functional foods, ready‑to‑eat, plant‑based variants) are gaining traction internationally.
By participating in this course you will deepen your understanding of Italian culinary heritage, production methods, quality systems and global marketing strategies—equipping you to operate in international food markets.
To enroll in the Master in Contemporary Italian Haute Cuisine, the following requirements must be met:
● Textbooks/E-books will be provided to each student.
THE STEPS
INTRODUCTORY PHASE : Text-based study
CLASSROOM PHASE: 24h live streaming + 5 full days in-person (Milan)
PROFESSIONAL ORIENTATION: CV editing and dissemination to the area of preference.
MODULE 1 – THE FOUNDATIONS OF MODERN ITALIAN CUISINE
MODULE 2 – TECHNIQUES & APPLICATIONS
MODULE 3 – REGIONAL NARRATIVES & “IDENTITÀ DI TERRITORIO”
MODULE 4 – INTRODUCTION TO GOURMET BREAD AND PIZZA
MODULE 5 – AESTHETICS & SENSORY PLATING
MODULE 6 – THE BUSINESS OF ITALIAN CUISINE ABROAD
MODULE 7 – IN-PERSON
WEBINAR
The Master in Contemporary Italian Haute Cuisine trains highly qualified professionals ready to work in the most prestigious international culinary environments. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be equipped to pursue careers in both Italy and abroad, thanks to a solid, modern, and excellence-oriented preparation.
Possible career paths include:
This program is designed for those who aim to stand out in the world of gastronomy, offering a specialization that blends Italian culinary tradition with contemporary innovation.
Private Certificate of Attendance at the Course.
Il nostro Istituto mette a disposizione strumenti, canali e un network professionale:
Italian Food Academy gestisce attivamente l’incontro tra domanda e offerta di lavoro offrendo agli allievi un servizio personalizzato di job placement fin dall’inizio del percorso formativo. Incrociando le attitudini degli studenti con i requisiti richiesti dalle aziende, l’accademia agevola l’inserimento nel mercato professionale attraverso una strategia mirata. Questa comprende una preselezione iniziale, la rielaborazione del CV (anche in formato video), la promozione del profilo dell’allievo presso le attività del settore, il monitoraggio costante delle posizioni aperte e l’organizzazione di colloqui conoscitivi finalizzati all’assunzione.
January - March 2027
The training of excellence of students and the creation of educational paths in line with the demands of the labor market are our goals, our vocation. Our teachers are chefs of recognized professionalism with extensive teaching experience, who have the skills and passion necessary to effectively train tomorrow's protagonists of Italian and international cuisine. Contact us at our toll-free number, or email us to find out more about the institute or for proposals for collaborations, partnerships and sponsorships.
Excellence is now more affordable
Thanks to the Chef Bonus you can get a credit of up to 6,000 euros for expenses incurred in 2021 and 2022 for your professional training.
Starting February 27, 2023, it will be possible to apply to the Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy for the Chef Bonus.
WHAT IS IT?
Bonus Chef 2023 consists of a 40% tax credit (up to a maximum of 6,000 euros) recognized on expenses related to the restaurant industry for individuals engaged in the activity of professional chef at hotels and restaurants.
TO GET THE BONUS:
- you must have incurred, between January 1, 2021 and December 31, 2022, one or more of the expenses deemed eligible for the benefit
- one must be a resident or established of the state territory;
- Applicants must be in the full enjoyment of civil rights.
ELIGIBLE EXPENSES:
- Purchase of durable capital goods (high energy class machinery for food storage, processing, processing and cooking, professional tools and equipment for catering)
- Participation in professional development courses.
HOW THE 2023 CHEF BONUS WORKS
The 40% credit can be used for offsetting by F24, which must be submitted to the Internal Revenue Service. The credit is exempt from IRPEF and IRAP.
It is also possible to assign the credit with the transfer of the facility to other parties, including credit institutions and other financial intermediaries.