Certification in Cooking for Enthusiasts & Foodies

Culinary School

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This program is designed for non-professionals in cooking who have a great passion for gastronomy and wish to learn basic techniques of different world cuisines, to create professional-level preparations to share with family and/or friends, and even venture into the professional restaurant world and start a business. 

Modality: In-person - Santiago Gangotena Campus Cumbayá
Duration: 17 classes – 51 hours
Investment: $1990.00 (includes taxes)

Schedule:

  • Start Date: Monday, June 3, 2024
  • End Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
  • Mondays and Wednesdays from 19:00 to 22:00, and two Saturdays from 9:00 to 12:00

Includes:

  • Course completion diploma academically endorsed by USFQ
  • Complete uniform (jacket, apron, towel, and hat)
  • Gastronomic supplies for all classes
  • Kitchen utensils (knife, paring knife, tongs, and peeler)
  • Digital recipe book

Target Audience:

  • Gastronomy enthusiasts

Our Methodology:

The teaching method is in-person. Depending on the class, the professor will prepare different recipes with the participants. The recipes will be provided to each student as theoretical material, along with the gastronomic supplies. At the end of each day, there will be a tasting of what was prepared in class. 

Join us and let your creativity soar in the kitchen!

Modality

In Person

Duración

17 classes - 51 hours

Horario

Start Date: Monday, June 3, 2024

End Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024

Mondays and Wednesdays from 19:00 to 22:00 and two Saturdays from 9:00 to 12:00

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Campus Santiago Gangotena, USFQ
Inversión

$ 1990.00 (taxes included)

Our Teachers

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Luis Santamaría

USFQ Alumni, his culinary experience has led him to work in some of the best restaurants in the country and the world. During his studies, he had the opportunity to attend the prestigious Institut Paul Bocuse. He later gained experience working as a cook in the catering service of USFQ and at the Marcus restaurant. His career also includes a notable collaboration at Frantzén restaurant in Stockholm, a Swedish establishment with three Michelin stars, recognized as one of the best in the world. 

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Sebastián Navas

M.Sc. Culinary Administration and Innovation - Institut Paul Bocuse 

Coordinator of Gastronomy at the College of Hospitality, Culinary Arts, and Tourism, USFQ 

Chocolate Expert 

Mario Jimenez - Oficial

Mario Jiménez

  • Executive Chef, Universidad San Francisco de Quito
  • Instructor of Culinary Concepts and Techniques, Haute Mexican, and Haute French Cuisine
Esteban Tapia - Oficial

Esteban Tapia

  • Instructor Chef of High Ecuadorian and Culinary Identity 
Emilio Dalmau - Oficial

Emilio Dalmau

  • Specialization in Modern and Avant-Garde Cuisine, CETT University of Barcelona
  • Specialization in Haute Cuisine, Hofmann Hospitality School, Barcelona-Spain
  • Professional Cook and Pastry Chef, ISMM, Buenos Aires - Argentina
  • Vacuum and Low-Temperature Cooking, Vakuum, Barcelona-Spain
  • Instructor Chef of Global Haute Cuisine and Culinary Identity
Milton Cepeda - Oficial

Milton Cepeda

  • Baker Chef at Ambrosía 

  • Baking Instructor Chef 

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Andrea López

  • Bachelor's in Culinary Arts and Food and Beverage Management
  • Executive Chef of República del Cacao
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Ana Teresa Pérez

  • Chef & Sommelier, with over 19 years of experience in education
  • Instructor of Enology at USFQ
Claudio Ianotti

Claudio Ianotti

  • Technician in Culinary Arts from the D'Agostino School of Haute Cuisine
  • Production and Administration Analyst in Belgrano, Argentina
  • Professor of Butchery, Italian Cuisine, and more at the College of Hospitality, Culinary Arts, and Tourism

Schedule

No. DATE DAY Time CONTENT PROFESSOR DURATION
1 June 3 Monday 19:00 - 22:00 Hygiene and Sanitation in Food Handling Sebastián Navas 3
2 June 5 Wednesday 19:00 - 22:00 Concepts and Culinary Techniques I Mario Jiménez 3
3 June 10 Monday 19:00 - 22:00 Concepts and Culinary Techniques II Mario Jiménez 3
4 June 12 Wednesday 19:00 - 22:00 Spanish Cuisine Emilio Dalmau 3
5 June 17 Monday 19:00 - 22:00 Mexican Cuisine Mario Jiménez 3
6 June 19 Wednesday 19:00 - 22:00 Peruvian Cuisine Esteban Tapia 3
7 June 24 Monday 19:00 - 22:00 French Cuisine Emilio Dalmau 3
8 June 26 Wednesday 19:00 - 22:00 Italian Cuisine Claudio Ianotti 3
9 June 29 Saturday 9:00 - 12:00 Brunch Breakfasts Mario Jiménez 3
10 July 1 Monday 19:00 - 22:00 Ecuadorian Cuisine Esteban Tapia 3
11 July 3 Wednesday 19:00 - 22:00 Japanese, Chinese, Asian Cuisine Luis Santamaría 3
12 July 8 Monday 19:00 - 22:00 Avant-Garde Cuisine Emilio Dalmau 3
13 July 10 Wednesday 19:00 - 22:00 Baking Milton Cepeda 3
14 July 15 Monday 19:00 - 22:00 Wines: Tasting Techniques and Pairing Ana Teresa Pérez 3
15 July 17 Wednesday 19:00 - 22:00 Introduction to the World of Cocktails María Gracia Torres 3
16 July 22 Monday 19:00 - 22:00 Introduction to Pastry Andrea López 3
17 July 27 Saturday 9:00 - 12:00 American BBQ Mario Jiménez 3

Investment and Financing

Investment: $1990.00 (Includes VAT)

Special Discounts:

  • Cash or transfer payments: 5% discount
  • USFQ Community and Alumni: 10% discount
  • Inquire about group discounts
  • Discounts are not cumulative

Payment Methods:

  • Cash
  • Bank transfer
  • Checks
  • Credit cards

Financing Options:

  • Current or deferred credit up to 6 months with interest.

Exclusive Benefit for Diners Club:

  • Deferred to 3 and 6 months without interest
  • Deferred from 9 to 12 months with interest

For Registration and More Information: Contact Isabel Endara:

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