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Social Gastronomy School Opens 310 Spots for Free Courses on Panettone, Desserts, and Christmas Dinner. Registration Only Until Wednesday (12)!
Gastronomy School Opens 310 Spots for Free Courses for the Year-End Holidays
The holiday season has arrived with flavor and opportunity. The Social Gastronomy School Ivens Dias Branco has opened 310 spots in free courses focused on the production of panettone, desserts, and Christmas dinners.
Classes are held in both in-person and online formats, with registrations open only on this Tuesday (11) and Wednesday (12), from 9 AM to 5 PM, directly on the official website of the institution.
The spots are filled according to the order of registration, which requires interested parties to act quickly to secure participation.
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The Social Gastronomy School Ivens Dias Branco reserves 70% of the opportunities for new students, expanding access to free training and encouraging professional qualification for those looking to enter the world of gastronomy and entrepreneurship.
Free Courses That Transform Talent into Extra Income
The courses are part of an initiative aimed at training in gastronomy and entrepreneurship, perfect for those who want to take advantage of the year-end holidays to increase income or start a new business.
In the in-person classes, students will be able to choose from:
- Sweet and Savory Panettone (20 spots);
- Christmas Dinner: Hot Dishes (30 spots);
- Cakes and Desserts for Christmas Dinner (20 spots);
In the online format, the School offers options that expand knowledge and entrepreneurial potential:
- Dishes Preparation for Buffet (60 spots);
- Menu Planning and Arrangement (60 spots);
- Finger Food: Appetizers and Sides (60 spots);
- Digital Marketing: Content Creation for Social Media (60 spots).
These training programs are ideal for those who wish to stand out in the market, whether as a gastronomy professional or as an independent entrepreneur.
Accessible Opportunities with Digital Certification
In addition to being 100% free, the courses offer free digital certification, provided the participant maintains a minimum attendance of 75% in the classes. The results of the selected candidates will be announced on November 14, also through the School’s website.
According to the institution, the goal is to democratize access to gastronomic education, fostering creative and sustainable entrepreneurship. “The School aims to train individuals based on food culture and values culinary arts as a means of social transformation,” emphasizes the project’s coordination.
Year-End Holidays with Flavor, Learning, and New Opportunities
With the arrival of the year-end holidays, the free courses present an excellent opportunity to combine tradition, flavor, and professional growth. Moreover, they allow participants to transform culinary learning into a new source of income and creative entrepreneurship.
During the classes, students learn typical Christmas recipes and modern preparation techniques, while also developing notions of planning and digital marketing — essential skills for those wishing to promote and sell their products efficiently. In this way, the training goes beyond the kitchen and fosters an entrepreneurial and sustainable mindset.
Thus, the initiative by the Social Gastronomy School Ivens Dias Branco stands out for inspiring autonomy and generating real income opportunities. At the same time, it strengthens local entrepreneurship and promotes the rescue of gastronomic traditions that bring families and communities closer during this special time of year.
How to Secure Your Spot
Registrations take place exclusively on the Social Gastronomy School website, between November 11 and 12, from 9 AM to 5 PM. As spots are filled in the order of registration, it is essential to act quickly to secure your participation.
In addition, the process is completely online and accessible, allowing any interested party to complete the registration in just a few minutes. Thus, those who register first will have a better chance of securing one of the 310 available spots.
Therefore, if you wish to make the most of the year-end holidays to develop new skills and open doors to entrepreneurship, this is the perfect opportunity. Do not wait until the last moment — register now and turn your talent into learning and extra income.
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