Academia Barilla Principles

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The Art of Italian Gastronomy

Our pledge

To defend and safeguard Italian food products made by reputable artisans and certified denominations from poor-quality imitations
To promote and spread the understanding of these products and their role in traditional, regional Italian cuisine
To develop and support Italian gastronomy by investing in the restaurant industry’s understanding and application of Italian culinary philosophy

Our philosophy

We believe in the value of the diversity and richness of Italian products,
the research and development of high qualitative standards,
and the importance of educating people about taste, by means of our cooking courses, gourmet food tours, and line of Academia Barilla products.

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Our operation

Exceptionally High Quality Products: Academia Barilla’s products are made with the best ingredients and support local artisans, regional differences and innovation, while maintaining the most genuine traditions
Interdisciplinary Education: a team of Academia Barilla chefs are on staff to educate culinary enthusiasts and professionals, using an interdisciplinary approach to Italian cuisine
Custom-designed Services for the Restaurant Industry: we offer a package of exclusive services and business consulting based on the needs of the modern restaurant industry

Our services

For gourmet food lovers: the not-to-be-missed opportunity to work alongside Academia Barilla chefs, allowing you to improve your kitchen techniques in practical, hands-on cooking classes
For restaurant professionals: practical and theoretical culinary demos based on new kitchen techniques, use of ingredients, traditional, regional Italian cuisine and culinary creativity and innovation
For companies: business consulting services meant designed to improve profitability and keep you updated on industry trends