Italian Hospitality School

This summer, we had the pleasure of hosting learners from HOTEL SCHOOL Hotel Management College (Latvia) as part of their Erasmus+ internship in Italy 🇮🇹.

Vyacheslavs and Danila, students of the “Catering Services” programme, completed a 6-week qualification internship at Don Pasquale—the renowned restaurant of the 5★ HOTEL MAALOT ROMA, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and awarded Best Hotel Restaurant in Italy 2024 🇮🇹🌟.

Under the expert guidance of Chef Domenico Boschi, they explored traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine, gaining hands-on experience with high-level culinary techniques and presentation.

We are proud to support young professionals in their learning journey and grateful to be part of this meaningful collaboration.

This mobility was co-financed by the European Union under the Erasmus+ Programme, Project No. 2024-1-LV01-KA121-VET-000206510.

🇮🇹 Welcome to Our VET Students from Hotel Management College Riga!
Erasmus+ Project No. 2024‑1‑LV01‑KA121‑VET‑000206510
We are excited to welcome five talented students to Rome for both short-term and long-term mobility learning through the Erasmus+ programme. During their time at Italian Hospitality School in Rome, they’ll:

🍽️ Intern at three of Rome’s finest dining venues, sharpening their culinary skills and gaining professional kitchen experience:

Acciuga – A Michelin Guide seafood restaurant in the Prati district, led by Chef Federico Delmonte. Known for its authentic, market-driven cuisine using only sustainably sourced fish, Acciuga offers daily changing tasting menus and signature dishes like seppia cacio e pepe, brodetto alla fanese, and the three‑crudi platter. The atmosphere is intimate and elegant, with open-view kitchen and warm, cozy décor .
Don Pasquale at Hotel Maalot – A stylish all‑day dining bistrot by Chef Domenico Boschi, blending Rome’s culinary traditions (amatriciana, carbonara, cacio e pepe risotto) with modern flair. The restaurant's décor is theatrical, echoing Donizetti’s opera, with plush seating, artistic interiors, and a cocktail bar with one of the city's top rum collections
Clementino Restaurant – Renowned for its authentic Italian home-style cooking (Italian cuisine roots), prized for its warm hospitality and respectful approach to classic recipes. 🎓 At the Italian Hospitality School, students will attend: Italian language classes to better adapt to life in Rome and strengthen everyday communication.

Why This experience matters:
Professional development: Hands-on training in top-tier kitchens, working alongside expert chefs at acclaimed restaurants.

Language immersion: Practice Italian & English daily in both practical and academic settings.

Cultural insight: Discover Rome’s culinary heritage—from seafood craftsmanship at Acciuga to contemporary Roman dishes at Don Pasquale.

Skill expansion: Gain digital and sustainability-focused competencies, aligned with current trends in hospitality.

Personal growth: From team-based kitchen work to service standards—students will build confidence, adaptability, and intercultural awareness.

Stay tuned for updates—check out photos, anecdotes, and reflections from their internships and study days around the Eternal City!
Let's celebrate the start of this incredible journey for our Riga VET students in Rome. Here’s to growth, discovery, and unforgettable experiences! ✨

We’re thrilled to have our Ukrainian students from Hotel School Riga arriving in Rome for the Erasmus + introductory course and mobility programme at the Italian Hospitality School! During their time here, they will:

Volunteer with Associazione Andrea Tudisco, supporting children facing serious illnesses and their families. A Roma-based non‑profit founded in 1997, inspired by the story of Andrea—a young boy whose struggle with leukemia sparked a mission of solidarity
Volunteers assist with daily routines at the houses or collaborate in clown‑therapy in paediatric hospital wards, helping to bring joy and comfort to young patients
You can expect an empowering environment where solidarity, empathy and resilience are lived every day.

Volunteer with Croce Rossa Italiana (Italian Red Cross) in Rome, contributing to humanitarian and health services. 🚑 Volunteering at Croce Rossa Italiana (Italian Red Cross) Rome
As Italy’s national Red Cross society, CRI is part of the global Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement and works under the principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality
The Rome Metropolitan Committee (e.g. Municipal Committee 15) includes hundreds of volunteers offering health & social services, ambulance transport, emergency & disaster response, first‑aid training, and community outreach initiatives like food distribution and youth programmes. Volunteer roles vary: from supporting sanitary transport, assisting at events, helping vulnerable populations, to aiding in fundraising, logistics, and digital communication efforts

Improve Italian and English language, deepen digital & green skills

Attend lectures on history, art & architecture in Rome to explore the cultural treasures of the cityAfter their mobility at Italian Hospitality School adults will gain:
Language Skills: practice Italian and English daily, both in volunteering settings and at school
Digital & Green Skills: gain new competencies through structured learning, technology use, and sustainability-focused tasks
Cultural & Educational Experience: attend lectures on Rome’s history, art, architecture—discover the city in a meaningful way
Personal & Professional Growth: volunteering builds collaboration, empathy, community engagement, and gives a real insight into social care and humanitarian work
Let’s make this Erasmus+ experience unforgettable—bringing together learning, solidarity, and cultural discovery in the Eternal City!
Feel free to tag us or write comments if you'd like to share your excitement or ask questions. Welcome to Rome and buon volontariato! ✨

Project is co funded by European Union under project number 2025-1-LV01-KA121-ADU-000312992

On June 11 until June 13 2025 Ms. Ramsha Shahab, Head of our Students Department, recently represented our institution in Riga, Latvia, at the Erasmus+ LTTA (Learning, Teaching and Training Activity) "Master chef Stimulator: Sustainable gastronomy through VR for the MR-PRECULINARY project.
Hosted by HOTEL SCHOOL Hotel Management College, this gathering brought together partners from Latvia, Türkiye, Italy, Greece, and Poland to explore innovative practices in vocational training, sustainable gastronomy, and cutting-edge virtual reality applications in education.
Ms. Shahab engaged in dynamic workshops, knowledge-sharing sessions, and cultural exchanges that emphasized the integration of VR tools in culinary education and the importance of sustainability in hospitality training.
This international experience strengthens our commitment to enriching collaboration through global partnerships and forward-thinking educational practices.
This project is co funded by Erasmus Union under project number 2024-1-TR01-KA220-VET-0002456252

At Italian Hospitality School, we proudly support VET Erasmus+ internships across a wide range of industries — and we’re excited to welcome even more students from all over Europe!

Based in the historic center of Rome, we host students for both short and long-term mobility programs — offering not just exceptional internships, but also our own student accommodation, so there’s no need to worry about housing during their stay.

For those joining the hospitality sector, we partner with some of Rome’s top-rated restaurants and hotels, including Michelin-starred and 4/5-star establishments, where students gain real-world experience, sharpen their skills, and work side by side with industry professionals. And yes — meals are included during working hours!

From gastronomy and tourism to business and marketing, we offer high-quality internship placements tailored to each student’s background and learning goals.
And throughout their time in Rome, our team is always by their side — providing ongoing support, guidance, and cultural immersion to make the most of this unforgettable experience.

Whether you're a student ready to grow or a school looking for the perfect mobility partner — get in touch today and let’s build the future together, from the heart of Rome 🇮🇹

Erasmus+ Student Mobility Experience in Riga, Latvia project 2024-1-IT02-KA121-ADU-000201383 🌍🎓

We are proud to share the enriching Erasmus+ journey of our student who participated in a mobility programme at the Hotel Management School in Riga. This experience has offered hands-on exposure to both academic and cultural dimensions of the European hospitality industry.

Key Activities done during 5 month Erasmus experience:
🔹 Contemporary Hospitality Industries
Explored internal and external factors influencing hospitality in the EU, gaining insight into current trends and challenges.
🔹 "No Leftover" Gastronomy Workshop
Hands-on cooking class focusing on Latvian and Russian cuisines, promoting sustainability in gastronomy.
🔹 Sustainable Hospitality Digitalisation
Introduction to digital innovation and AI-driven technologies shaping the future of hospitality.
🔹 Cultural Immersion
Visits to Latvian museums showcasing the country’s rich history and heritage.
🔹 Supply Chain Management in Hospitality
Engaged in advanced sessions and presented improvement proposals for the supply chain operations of Wellton Riverside Hotel & Spa, Riga.
🔹 Hotel Management Software (Opera PMS)
Gained practical knowledge in reservation systems and AI integration in hotel operations.
🔹 Cultural Programmes
Visited the Latvian National Library and attended a significant national event featuring the President of Latvia.
🔹 Visit to Grand Hotel Kempinski
Explored innovation and optimization of supply chains in a luxury hospitality setting.
🔹 Hospitality Marketing
Developed a creative photo storytelling presentation based on Première Classe Hotel, Paris.
🔹 Revenue Management Research
Conducted an in-depth study on the revenue strategies of Mercure Centre Riga.

📸 All activities were documented through captivating photographs, showcasing the student’s active participation and professional growth.

We are excited about the continued success and international growth of our students through the Erasmus+ programme! 🌐

From March 15 to June 14, 2025, we had the pleasure of welcoming a student from Spain's IES Antonio Gala high school as part of the Erasmus+ program. 🇪🇸

She actively integrated into our administrative department, acquiring key skills and gaining firsthand knowledge of how the sector operates in an international environment.
Thanks to the multicultural dimension of the Italian Hospitality School, she had the opportunity to share experiences with students from different countries 🌍 and enrich her global vision.

In her free time, she explored some of Rome's most iconic sites—the Colosseum, the Vatican, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon—an unforgettable cultural immersion 🏛️.
She also discovered the excellence of Italian cuisine 🍝 and showed great sensitivity towards animal protection in the city, especially highlighting the work with cats in urban spaces 🐱.
She shared part of the experience with her family 👨‍👩‍👧, who visited Rome and were impressed by its historical and cultural richness.

📌 Project number 2023-1-ES01-K122-VET000132527

From 19 to 23 May 2025, a group of teachers from Portugal 🇵🇹 lived a unique training experience in the city of Rome as part of a program organized by the Italian Hospitality School.

Throughout this enriching week, they explored the Italian culinary traditions 🍝 with inspiring talks and regional tastings that led them to discover the country’s gastronomic diversity, while strolling through emblematic monuments such as the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon 🏛️🍷.

They also participated in a fresh pasta masterclass 👨‍🍳 where they learned traditional techniques directly from Italian chefs, reinforcing the value of practical and cultural learning in a real environment.

In addition, the programme included spaces to reflect on key issues such as educational inclusion, diversity in the classroom and the importance of education adapted for all 🤝📚. Visits to hospitality companies provided a valuable insight into the functioning and collaboration between institutions and professional environments.

One of the most significant moments was the session dedicated to sustainability 🌱, where practices for cooking without waste were addressed and the role of gastronomy in the Sustainable Development Goals was discussed.

📸 A week full of learning, flavors, culture and connections. 🇮🇹

📌 Project number 2024-1-PT01-KA121-VET-000199003

From May 12 until May 16, 2025 we have hosted a group of enthusiastic girls from Carlo Schmid Obershcule, Berlin. Throughout the mobility we focused on our interactive program “Healthy School, Healthy Life” in the beautiful city of Rome — a journey designed to inspire students to live healthier, more balanced lives while exploring the connection between personal well-being and the school environment. 🧠💪 From dynamic discussions on healthy habits and digital wellness to hands-on workshops designing ideal school environments, participants dived deep into what it truly means to thrive at school and beyond. 🧘‍♀️✨ A rejuvenating yoga and mindfulness session in a Roman villa, Villa Borghese helped students reconnect with their body and mind, followed by reflection, relaxation, and a delicious healthy snack. 🏛️🍅 The program also included a walking tour through Rome’s iconic landmarks, showing how the city's lifestyle, green spaces, and Mediterranean traditions support well-being — topped off with an interactive, nutritious Italian lunch. 🌍💡 We wrapped up by linking health with sustainability, empowering students to envision and present their own ideas for a healthier, greener school of the future. 📸 At the end of the journey, we celebrate their creativity and insight with a certificate ceremony and group photo!
This is more than a program — it’s a movement toward healthier schools and healthier lives.

The project was co funded by Erasmus+ under 2023-1-FI01-KA121-SCH-000121124

On May 8th 2025, as part of the CB-VET Plus Erasmus+ Project (Project No. 101129249), a meaningful Round Table Discussion took place under the theme: "Integrating Sustainable Use of Raw Materials into VET: Skills Development for a Circular Economy." and share their experiences in embedding sustainability into vocational education and training (VET). The round table was hosted by the Italian Hospitality School, with contributions from key institutions including Volyn Professional College NUFT, Don Bosco Youth Educational Center, and HOTEL SCHOOL Hotel Management College.
Each country presented real-world case studies highlighting how their institutions are incorporating the sustainable use of raw materials into their teaching practices. From innovations in the culinary arts to green hospitality practices and digital simulations in tourism education, the session showcased diverse approaches that are helping modernize VET and align it with the goals of a circular economy.
The discussion concluded with a reflection session, emphasizing the importance of professional development, curriculum transformation, and international collaboration in equipping educators and students with green and digital skills for a sustainable future.

We are proud to be part of a project that not only fosters internationalisation and capacity building but also drives forward-thinking change in education across Europe.

Last week students from Muzeul Etnografic came to Transilvaniei, Romania.🇷🇴

They enjoyed a rich and inspiring learning trip in Rome 🇮🇹, full of new experiences, cultures and skills. They have learned the basics of the Italian language through fun icebreakers, dialogues and everyday phrases that help them feel more at home. In addition to learning the language, they have explored Italian gestures and expressions to learn more about the culture.

The week also introduced them to essential digital skills, such as Internet safety and the use of tools like Google Maps, Drive and language learning apps to cope more confidently with everyday life abroad. 📱

They learned about the European Union 🇪🇺, its history, core values, institutions and how decisions are made. The highlight was the visit to the European Parliament, where students saw how the EU works in action and learned about their rights as EU or third country citizens.

Sustainability was another key topic 🌱. Students studied the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and reflected on how these goals relate to our everyday decisions in education, tourism and community life. Through group work, examples of good practice and a creative green engagement activity, they saw how small actions can have a big impact.

To end the week, the students discovered the beauty of Rome through a cultural walking tour 🏛️, visiting historical monuments and churches, followed by time to relax, reflect and celebrate their achievements together.

This experience not only served to develop their skills, but also to create unforgettable friendships and memories. ✨
📌 Project number: 2024-1-RO01-KA121-ADU-000206342

From April 21-26, a group of Turkish students from Saim Akinal Anadolu Lisesi participated in a training experience organized by the Italian Hospitality School (IHS) as part of the Erasmus+ program, focused on the development of personal and professional skills in an international environment.
During their stay, participants took part in training sessions aimed, collaborative and dynamic group activities. The methodology employed favored active participation, teamwork and reflection, creating a meaningful and motivating learning environment.
In addition to the academic content, the group had a full cultural experience visiting some of Rome's most emblematic places such as the Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum and the Spanish Steps, and they made an excursion to the city of Tivoli, where they explored the historic gardens of Villa d'Este.

This mobility reflects the IHS commitment to skills-based education, cultural exchange and continuous learning in real-life contexts.

Project Number: 2024-1-TR01-KA121-SCH-000231935