Located in the Barilla Center, a multipurpose complex designed by the acclaimed Italian award-winning architect Renzo Piano, the Academia Barilla Culinary Center resides in the historical center of Parma, Italy on the former grounds of the original Barilla pasta factory (photo below). 

Offering a unique world-class facility that includes a 90-seat amphitheater for visiting chef demonstrations and conferences, state-of-the art 16-station professional chef kitchen, a multi-sensory tasting laboratory, pastry and baking laboratory with a wood-burning oven for pizza and focaccia making, the Academia Barilla Culinary Center presents only the best in the culinary field.  Also on site is the Academia Barilla Gastronomic Library, which contains more than 7,500 volumes on Italian and world cuisines, some dating back to the 16th century.  This library is a unique cultural and historic treasure that is exclusive to Academia Barilla and its clients.  Click here to view videos of the Academia Barilla Culinary Center.

Surrounded by the five-star Sofitel- Grand Hotel de la Ville, the Paganini Concert Hall, the Warner Village Cinema, beautiful parks, authentic Italian restaurants, local trattorias, cultural venues, wellness center, shops, cafés and Espresso bars, the Barilla Center makes this a wonderful location for true food and cultural enthusiasts interested in Italian cuisine and culture. 

Plan your next culinary delight at Academia Barilla!  Spend a week in Italy learning from top Italian chefs on your own, with your family or friends.
For more information regarding the Academia Barilla Culinary Center, please contact our culinary specialists at info@academiabarilla.com.