These programs are designed for those who wish to be actively introduced in the world of Italian cooking at a professional level. Each program is composed of learning Italian language and culture in group lessons (the length of stay varies according to the starting level of knowledge of Italian language) and professional cookery training with a view to doing an internship in a restaurant, hotel, and trattoria.

We welcome students from all over the world, and from every background and age, and are proud of the family atmosphere that the school offers. The School has been officially recognised by the Italian Ministry of Education. Facilities include: * Courtyards and terraces * Self-study centre * Library * Computers * Internet assess for small fee * Message service * Newspapers/magazines * Common room/Lounge with piano and two guitars!

Every month our social programme's organiser arranges social and cultural activities, such as Italian film-shows, lectures and talks on various aspects of Sienese and Italian culture (for example, the history of Siena and the Palio, Italian Opera, music, politics, fashion etc.), excursions to places of relevant cultural interest and guided tours of Siena.