OVERVIEW

Program Overview

Do you want to learn Italian cooking? Elevate your career by joining this specialized Italian culinary and culture program; learn from the experts here in Canada and live, learn and work in Italy, too! Acquire the techniques that make Italian cuisine famous around the world. Experience the special connection between food and life in Italy. Embrace the kitchen experiences and courses in Italian art and culture that will deepen your understanding of this great tradition. The Culinary Arts – Italian postgraduate program delivers this and more.

Through this program, you will:

• Experience hands-on learning in both Canada and Italy with pre-eminent Italian chef professors in the country.
• Build your knowledge of Italian culinary traditions and embrace emerging trends in Italian cuisine.
• Benefit from our partnership with ALMA, the world-famous Scuola Internazionale di Cucina Italiana, near Parma, Italy, which is one of Italy’s finest chef schools.
• Experience the vineyards, cheese producers and local markets of Italy as your open-air classroom.
• Study in some of the best restaurants and hotels in Italy, where you will get attention, training and an inspiring experience.

You will put theory into practice as you are showcased alongside Italian top talent and serve discerning urban diners in the heart of Toronto’s culinary scene. After your experiences in Italy, showcase what you’ve learned at The Chefs' House, George Brown's signature restaurant.

This program has a long-standing reputation for excellence among Italian restaurateurs in Toronto and beyond, which will make you a sought-after employee when you graduate.

Program Schedule

The schedule for the Culinary Arts – Italian postgraduate program currently operates from Monday to Friday.

Note: some classes may begin at 7 a.m. and others may run until 10 p.m.

Your Field Education Options

Study in some of the best restaurants and hotels in Italy, where you will receive individual attention, training and an inspiring experience. George Brown works with employers and industry partners to identify potential work experience opportunities. Students are also strongly encouraged to pursue self-directed industry work experience opportunities within Culinary Management they believe will provide the learning experiences they value and meet the learning outcomes of the program. This valuable work experience can be added to your resumé. 

In addition to more formal on-the-job work experience, George Brown College endeavours to provide learning opportunities with real-world challenges and clients.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate demonstrates the ability to:

1. Create and implement an authentic Italian menu, including food preparation and service, and the selection of wines that reflect the regional differences found in Italy.
2. Converse in basic Italian and use the correct Italian terminology within a culinary operation.
3. Identify, assess and select appropriate food products for authentic Italian cuisine.
4. Integrate with Italian culture through the use of language, interpersonal interactions and professional conduct.
5. Prepare Italian cuisine within Canadian and EU health, safety and nutrition regulations, standards, guidelines and processes.
6. Develop and present a marketing plan for a restaurant consistent with regional demographics and culture.