Equipment and Concepts is an educational facility and nationwide distributor of fine Italian equipment for gelato and confectionary items.  More than an equipment distributor, we strongly believe in the education process that must precede starting a business in the frozen dessert industry.  We are home to Gelato Master Maria Coassin’s 2-day artisanal gelato and ice cream course.  Our classes with Maria are sought after as a premier learning experience that is uniquely dedicated to the fine art of gelato and ice cream. Maria has owned and operated Gelatiamo in Seattle, WA since 1996 which is arguably one of the most successful gelaterias in North America. Students thoroughly enjoy the privilege of learning from a business owner who shares her insights into this booming industry that they won’t hear anywhere else. The classes are geared toward those who are brand new to the industry as well as those who are already making product but would like to perfect their craft.

Award-winning, vibrant and diverse, ICE has helped thousands of students find their culinary voices — and we’re ready to help you find yours. With campuses in dynamic and exciting food cities — New York City and Los Angeles — ICE works at the forefront of the food and hospitality industries.  The Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) is one of the largest and most diverse culinary schools in the world. Established in 1975, ICE offers award-winning six to 13-month career training programs in Culinary Arts, Pastry & Baking Arts, Health-Supportive Culinary Arts, Restaurant & Culinary Management and Hospitality & Hotel Management, plus professional development programs in Bread Baking and Cake Decorating — with more than 14,000 successful alumni, many of whom are leaders in the culinary and hospitality industries. ICE also offers continuing education for culinary professionals, hosts more than 500 special events each year and is home to one of the world’s largest recreational cooking, baking and beverage programs with more than 26,000 students annually. Click above to learn more about ICE’s programs and campuses or join us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook at @iceculinary to find your culinary voice™

The future of food is taking shape on the campuses of Johnson & Wales University. At JWU we study the creative arts of the kitchen, the impact of sustainable food systems, the health benefits of a nutritious diet, and the growth of innovation and technology in our culinary practice. Food as an integral part of our culture. Standing on the shoulders of our worldwide reputation, JWU is revolutionizing culinary education, preparing students to become a new generation of leaders in global, food-related industries, study, and research. With food at its core, JWU’s curriculum is built to examine and shape this complex human ecosystem. For more information, visit our website.

The Culinary Institute LENOTRE (CIL) in Houston, Texas, is the only French –owned culinary school in the US and was recently named the #1 Culinary School in America by Niche.com. Offering 7 programs in Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, and Hotel/ Restaurant Management (four Elite Diploma Programs and three Associate Degree programs) CIL trains and welcomes the culinary experts of tomorrow into its international family of renowned chefs and hospitality professionals.

The PreGel America International Training Centers are the foremost culinary educational facilities for aspiring specialty dessert chefs.

Located in prominent cities notorious for their excellent culinary innovation, including Charlotte, NC; Los Angeles, CA; Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Chicago, IL; and Dallas, TX, our state-of-the-art facilities offer unparalleled ingredients, superior equipment, and unequalled training and guidance.

Our thorough curricula are built to suit all skill levels, covering the spectrum of specialty dessert creation from artisanal frozen desserts to fine pastry. Programs including our 5-Star Pastry Series® – established for advanced culinary professionals to sharpen and increase their skills in the arts of plated desserts, pastry buffets, chocolate, and more – are specifically designed to provide both classroom learning and hands-on instruction.

Our classes are certified by the American Culinary Federation (ACF) for Continuing Education Hours (CEHs) towards ACF initial and renewal certification.

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New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute (NOCHI) is an industry-driven, non-profit culinary school whose mission is to provide a seat at the table for all to bring their culinary passion to life. Intensive 100-day certificate programs in Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts support students seeking to develop careers in an industry that knows no limits. NOCHI believes New Orleans’ rich culinary heritage and culture make the perfect setting for an institute where the next generations of talent and leadership will be developed. For more information on its facility and classes, please visit our website.

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