Mediterranean Culinary Arts - culinary school for professional chefs

MEDITERRANEAN CULINARY ARTS
DATE:

November 16 – 17, 2026 (Mon-Tue), 09:00 – 15:00
November 19 – 21, 2026 (Thu-Sat), 09:00 – 15:00
November 23 – 27, 2026 (Mon-Fri), 09:00 – 15:00

Objective and contents of the program: the program aims to provide the highest level of theoretical and practical knowledge of current trends in the contemporary culinary field as well as traditions of the extremely important and basic Mediterranean cuisine. The program also includes advanced culinary methods and techniques and elements of Haute cuisine.

The program is designed for experienced chefs (at least 3 years of proven practical experience) who want to improve their professional level and/or get new career prospects.

Upon completion of the program graduates receive a Diploma from ŠKMER Culinary Academy.

Over two weeks, chefs will attend five Mediterranean modules:

COLD AND HOT APPETIZERS
FISH AND MEAT
CREATIVE AND TRADITIONAL COOKING
GLUTEN FREE AND ASIAN CUISINE
RESTAURANT DESSERTS

CONTENT:
-shells, crustaceans, cephalopods
-white and blue fish, wild-caught fish
-meat: cuts, steaks, slow preparation method
-truffles
-foie gras
-risotto
-handmade pasta, fillings and dressing
-sauces
-creative side dishes
-bread and buns
-amuse-bouche
-savory ice creams
-savory tarts
-restaurant desserts: sweet monoportions & plating

5 days per week, 8 hours per day

Duration: 2 weeks

Admissions procedure:

Fill in application form
Send your CV with 2 professional references
Receive your official letter of acceptance

Chefs will learn about Mediterranean cuisine, Mediterranean ingredients and traditional recipes.

Fee for training program: 2,125 EUR

Mediterranean Culinary Arts Program is held in Split – the largest city in Dalmatia, Croatia – on the beautiful and very inspiring Croatian Adriatic coast.

Groups of 6 to 12 chefs.