Congusto Institute: the leading cooking school in Milan for over 20 years.
Italian tradition, international vision.

Congusto Institute is the reference point for those who want to transform their passion for cooking into a successful profession. We train chefs, pastry chefs and bakers with high-level training courses, designed to facilitate entry into the world of work and guarantee concrete and marketable skills.

Our Multi-specialist Master is the most complete program for those who aspire to dominate the food sector at 360°, preparing for management roles or to give life to an entrepreneurial project. With dedicated programs for international students, such as the Italian Culinary Program and the Italian Pastry Program, we offer a unique learning experience in the heart of Milan, the capital of modern cuisine. Join Congusto Institute, where innovation, professionalism, and passion turn talent into success!

Our professional courses

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Congusto cooking school: learn, create, become

Congusto Institute is the italian cooking school for you. Here you will find professional courses for every level and specialty: cook and chef, pastry chef, baker, pizza chef, restaurant manager. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, you will find the course for every need in our catalogue.

And if you want 360° training, you can choose the multi-specialist master's degree, which trains you to manage and direct in the world of catering. The master is a complete and innovative path, with active workshops, internships, visits and special projects.

And if you don’t speak Italian and you are a foreign student, you can choose one of our culinary programs in English. Reach out our admission advisor to get more information about the right course for you!

As Brillat-Savarin said: “The discovery of a new dish does more for the happiness of mankind than the discovery of a star”

Congusto Institute is the professional cooking school that offers you a 1,500 square meter campus, accessible to all and by law. Here you can relax and socialize in the outdoor area, grow aromatic herbs in the educational garden and cook in bright and comfortable laboratories, with large windows that let in natural light.

The offer of the Congusto cooking school is completed by enthusiastic home cooks courses, on different themes and levels. Whether you're a beginner or want to perfect your skills or discover new recipes, you'll find the basic cooking course that's right for you.

And if you want to have a fun and engaging cooking experience with your colleagues or your customers, you can choose from the team building proposals for companies. You will be able to cook together, challenge yourself in culinary competitions, taste typical products and much more. Discover our cooking team buildings and contact us to organize your corporate event .

Courses for enthusiastic home cooks

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We have chosen to provide training with technical-scientific methods, using topics and data that help us to understand. Our teaching staff is made up of the most qualified and experienced chefs, pastry chefs, bakers and trainers of national and international standing.

JOURNAL

  • OPEN DAY – 23 MAGGIO 2025
    OPEN DAY – 23 MAY 2025

    An afternoon dedicated to discovering the High Training Courses (Chef, Pastry Chef, Baker) and the Multi-Specialist Master in Gastronomic Arts or the Italian Culinary and Pastry Programs (for foreign students), designed for young people aged 18 to 45 who wish to transform...

    OPEN DAY – 23 MAY 2025

    An afternoon dedicated to discovering the High Training Courses (Chef, Pastry Chef, Baker) and the Multi-Specialist Master in Gastronomic Arts or the Italian Culinary and Pastry Programs (for foreign students), designed for young people aged 18 to 45 who wish to transform...

  • La crisi dei ristoranti stellati: un’opportunità per il futuro dei cuochi
    The crisis of starred restaurants: an opportunity for the future of chefs

    In recent years, several closures of starred restaurants have sparked debate about the future of fine dining. But this transformation is not a crisis, but rather an opportunity for those who dream of becoming a chef. The sector evolves, and...

    The crisis of starred restaurants: an opportunity for the future of chefs

    In recent years, several closures of starred restaurants have sparked debate about the future of fine dining. But this transformation is not a crisis, but rather an opportunity for those who dream of becoming a chef. The sector evolves, and...

  • Food trends 2025: sostenibilità, lusso e innovazione in cucina
    Food trends 2025: sustainability, luxury and innovation in the kitchen

    From plant-based dishes to the resurgence of Chinese cuisine, here are the new food trends of 2025 that will redefine fine dining and haute cuisine. Sustainable ingredients, gourmet luxury, minimalism in pastry and new global influences that will revolutionize the...

    Food trends 2025: sustainability, luxury and innovation in the kitchen

    From plant-based dishes to the resurgence of Chinese cuisine, here are the new food trends of 2025 that will redefine fine dining and haute cuisine. Sustainable ingredients, gourmet luxury, minimalism in pastry and new global influences that will revolutionize the...

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EcoSchool: The Congusto Initiative

Here we are, #congustogreen! 🌍💚

Greetings to the world from the Congusto Institute, ready to leave their mark. Every day, a step towards a greener school. Why? Because our planet deserves love and care. Join us, every gesture counts! Here are the six pillars of #congustogreen:

  • Goodbye paper and plastic, welcome digital handouts. Every sheet saved is a step towards a greener school.📱💚

    LET'S EMBRACE DIGITAL

  • From 2020, our diplomas are digital! Over 750 students have already received their digital credentials. 🎓💚

    FUTURISTIC DIPLOMAS

  • We promote the use of ecological and sustainable products. Every small gesture can make a big difference. 🌱💚

    ECO-FRIENDLY

  • We choose sustainable products and services from eco-friendly suppliers. Every choice counts to protect our planet. 🛍️💚

    SUSTAINABLE PURCHASES

  • We encourage the use of eco-friendly means of transport. Reducing the environmental impact in the city starts with the way we travel. 🚲🛴💚

    ECO-SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT

  • We joined the Treedom project to plant trees and finance local farmers. It is our promise to increasingly become a sustainable and socially responsible school. 🌳🌍

    GREEN PROMISE

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Our partners

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Garofalo
KitchenAid
Petra
Olitalia
Virgilio
Acqua Valverde