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Carpigiani Gelato University
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Type Public
Established 2003
Location
Anzola dell'Emilia
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Website http://www.gelatouniversity.com

Have you ever wondered how delicious Italian gelato is made? Carpigiani Gelato University is a special school in Anzola dell'Emilia, a town near Bologna, Italy. It was started in 2003 by a company called Carpigiani, which makes machines for making gelato. The main goal of this university is to teach people from all over the world how to create amazing "Italian-style" gelato by hand.

History of Gelato University

The Carpigiani company has a long history with gelato. In 1944, the Carpigiani brothers invented their first automatic machine for making gelato. This machine was called the "Autogelatiera". The Carpigiani Group was officially formed in 1946. Many years later, the company decided to share their knowledge. They wanted to teach others the special art of making gelato. So, in 2003, they opened the Carpigiani Gelato University.

Where is the Gelato University Campus?

The main campus of Carpigiani Gelato University is located in Bologna, Italy. But you don't have to travel all the way to Italy to learn! The university also offers classes in 12 other countries around the world. Some of these places include Dubai, São Paulo in Brazil, and Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. Classes are taught in several languages. You can learn in Italian, English, French, or German.

What Courses Can You Take?

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Students learning to make gelato in a class in 2013

Carpigiani Gelato University has more than 500 different courses. These courses are for everyone, from people who are just starting to learn about gelato to those who are already experts. The classes can be short, lasting only a few days, or longer, up to five weeks. In these courses, students learn many things. They get to do hands-on work, actually making gelato. They also learn about food science, which helps them understand how ingredients work together. Many students from different countries come here to learn new skills and become better at making gelato.

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