Regional access
Bringing world class culinary education and international methodologies directly to chefs and hospitality leaders in the region.
THE EXCELLENCE PLATFORM
True quality in the hospitality industry rests on unwavering attention to detail, the practice of anticipating needs and preferences before they are spoken.
It is an approach that turns standard operations into personalized service, quiet emotional connection, and authentic, immersive experiences.
Designed as an overarching educational space, the Excellence Platform brings world class professionals together with working peers to refine every nuance of their practice, from backend precision to frontline execution. It is an invitation to learn alongside leading experts, share tested insights, and raise standards through direct, practical exchange.
I — THE INVITATION
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École Ducasse expertise. Five days. San Canzian.
San Canzian hosts the culinary inaugural edition, uniting international expertise, local talent, and Istria's distinct gastronomic identity. Created alongside École Ducasse, voted the World’s Best Culinary Training Institution three years in a row, this five day programme brings acclaimed instruction directly to Central Europe.
— TERROIR & TECHNIQUE
II — THE STANDARDS
World Class Standards in Istria
The initiative redefines professional growth through four key principles:
Industry aligned timing
A flexible approach designed around the realities of modern operations and the quiet seasonal rhythm of Istria.
Elevating local terroir
Connecting Istria's exceptional ingredients, producers, and heritage with contemporary global benchmarks.
Culture of Excellence
Excellence is not the result of a single technique, but a disciplined approach to quality, consistency, attention to detail and continuous improvement.
San Canzian serves as the natural host where these principles come together in practice.
III — THE PROGRAMME
An Intensive Culinary Programme
Over five days, San Canzian provides a dedicated professional workspace for 12 selected chefs. The format prioritizes practical execution and personal guidance. Designed for deep immersion, participants depart with an official certificate, refined technical skills, and professional connections that extend far beyond the program.
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SPECIALIZED CULINARY WORKSHOP
Terms and Conditions
Please read the following Terms and Conditions carefully before submitting your registration.
1. Registration and Workshop Confirmation
Registration is completed by submitting the official online registration form. Participants are responsible for providing accurate and complete information.
Submitting the registration form does not automatically guarantee a place in the workshop. Registration is confirmed once the organizer has accepted the application and the applicable payment requirements have been fulfilled.
The organizer reserves the right to cancel or postpone the workshop if the minimum number of participants required for its delivery is not reached. In such cases, participants will be informed as soon as reasonably possible and offered either a full refund of the workshop fee paid or the opportunity to transfer their registration to a future workshop.
2. Workshop Fee and Payment
The workshop fee is stated in the official workshop announcement or registration form.
The fee includes only the services and materials explicitly listed in the workshop description.
Payment must be completed within the deadline communicated by the organizer. If payment is not received by the specified deadline, the organizer reserves the right to release the participant's place, subject to applicable law and any agreed payment terms.
Any additional expenses not expressly included in the workshop fee are the participant's responsibility.
3. Cancellation, Refunds and Substitute Participants
Participants who wish to cancel their registration must notify the organizer in writing by email. The following cancellation and refund policy applies:
- More than 30 days before the workshop: 100% refund of the workshop fee paid.
- 15–30 days before the workshop: 50% refund of the workshop fee paid.
- Less than 15 days before the workshop: No refund will be provided.
A participant who is unable to attend may request to transfer their place to another person, subject to the organizer's prior written approval. The substitute participant may be required to provide the information necessary to complete the registration process and agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions. The organizer reserves the right to cancel or postpone the workshop if the minimum number of participants required for its delivery is not reached, as specified in Section 1. In such cases, participants will be offered either a full refund of the workshop fee paid or the opportunity to transfer their registration to a future workshop.
If the organizer cancels the workshop for any other reason, participants will be informed as soon as reasonably possible and offered a refund of the workshop fee paid or an alternative arrangement, as appropriate and subject to applicable law.
Nothing in this policy limits any mandatory consumer rights that may apply.
4. Changes to the Workshop
The organizer reserves the right to make reasonable changes to the workshop schedule, content, instructors, venue, or other arrangements when necessary. Participants will be notified of any significant changes as soon as reasonably possible. If a significant change materially affects the workshop, the organizer will communicate the available options in accordance with applicable law.
5. Participant Responsibilities
Participants are expected to:
- Arrive on time and attend the scheduled sessions.
- Follow the instructor's directions and the workshop's rules.
- Treat instructors, staff, and other participants respectfully.
- Use kitchen equipment, tools, and ingredients responsibly.
- Follow all applicable hygiene, food safety, and kitchen safety instructions.
The organizer may take appropriate action in response to serious misconduct or unsafe behavior, subject to applicable law.
6. Food Allergies, Dietary Requirements, and Safety
Participants must inform the organizer of any relevant food allergies, intolerances, or dietary requirements before the workshop.
The organizer will take reasonable precautions based on the information provided. However, due to the nature of professional kitchen environments, the possibility of cross-contact with allergens may exist. Participants should contact the organizer in advance if they have specific safety concerns or require additional arrangements.
7. Certificate of Attendance
Participants who meet the workshop's attendance requirements will receive a certificate of attendance.
The certificate confirms participation in the workshop and does not constitute an accredited professional qualification unless expressly stated by the organizer.
8. Photography and Recording
Photography, video recording, or audio recording during the workshop may be subject to restrictions to protect the privacy of participants, instructors, and any confidential workshop materials. The organizer may photograph or record parts of the workshop for promotional, marketing, educational, or communication purposes. Such processing of personal data will be carried out in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy legislation. Participants who do not wish to appear in photographs or recordings should notify the organizer in writing prior to the workshop, and reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate such requests.
9. Personal Data Protection
Personal data collected through the registration form will be processed for purposes such as managing registrations, communicating with participants, administering payments, and organizing the workshop.
Personal data will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection legislation. Further information about the purposes, legal basis, retention period, recipients, and participants' rights is provided in the organizer's Privacy Policy (opens in a new tab).
Consent to receive promotional communications is separate from registration and is optional.
10. Liability and Safety
Participants must follow all safety instructions and use equipment appropriately.
The organizer will take reasonable measures to provide a safe learning environment. Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits liability where such exclusion or limitation is prohibited by applicable law.
Participants should inform the organizer of any relevant circumstances that may affect their safe participation.
11. Acknowledgement and Acceptance of the Terms and Conditions
By ticking the mandatory checkbox in the registration form and submitting their registration, participants confirm that they have read and understood these Terms and Conditions and agree to comply with them and the applicable workshop rules.
These Terms and Conditions are subject to applicable law. Where a provision conflicts with mandatory legal requirements, those requirements will prevail.