The Gelato & Pastry Institute of America

09/07/2026

GPI America will be closed on Monday, September 7th, for Labor Day. We will be open for our regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8th.

We want to extend a huge thank you to our instructors and staff, who work so hard to make our class a great experience for everyone!

We hope you all enjoy the long weekend!

#2026

08/28/2026

ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT FOR OUR SEPTEMBER CLASS!

Looking to open or perfect your Ice Cream Shop or Gelateria?

Learn from industry experts Andrew Seabury and Gianluigi Dellaccio in this hands-on, three day course. We'll cover everything from designing and branding your shop, to creating world-class gelato, specialty flavors, and profitable products!

Pre-Register for our three day course before seats fill up:
www.gpiamerica.org

Learn From the Pros: Gelato & Design Pre-Register Upcoming 2026 Course Dates: September 28th-30th Course Fee: $750 per person Location: 35 Trade Zone Court, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 Course Fee Includes: Catered lunch (three days) and post-class dinner (two days). Discount code for the nearby Hilton Gard...

07/19/2026

Happy National Ice Cream Day!

GPI America was created from a shared love for Ice Cream and Gelato, so today is a day we are always excited to celebrate. We hope you enjoy a scoop (or maybe even two or three 😅) of your favorite frozen dessert today 🍦🍨

If you're really passionate about Ice Cream or Gelato, our next three day "Gelato & Design" course will be September 28th-30th. Learn the art of making world class Gelato from one of the finest maestro's in the world, Gianluigi Dellaccio!

Learn more at:
www.gpiamerica.org
1-877-243-5286

07/17/2026

If you're serious about mastering the art of authentic Italian gelato, there is no better person to learn from than Gianluigi Dellaccio. Named the official "United States Gelato Ambassador," Gianluigi has opened successful shops in both Italy and the United States, has won several gelato competitions, and has made his world class gelato for two Presidents and the Pope!

Gianluigi is an exceptional instructor, who teaches the science, tradition, and artistry of making world-class gelato, as well as the best practices for making profitable products that truly stand out.

Want to learn from the best?

Our next "Gelato & Design" course will be from September 28th-30th and seats are still available!

Learn more or pre-register at: https://gpiamerica.org/3-day-class/

07/03/2026

GPI America will be closed today (7/3) as we begin our Fourth of July weekend! We will re-open on Monday (7/6) for our regular office hours.

We hope you have a great weekend filled with fun, family, and friends! (Probably a good time to get some gelato, too!)

05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, GPI America will be closed today (5/25) and will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday (5/26). We hope you have a great weekend with your friends and family!

05/18/2026

Join us September 28th-30th for an intensive, hands-on course led by two renowned industry experts.

Day One:
Learn best practices in shop design, product selection, and branding from Andrew Seabury, CEO of GTI Designs. With 30+ years of experience, Andrew has designed ice cream shops and gelaterias across North America.

Days Two & Three:
Learn to create master-class gelato and profitable products with Gianluigi Dellaccio, the “United States Gelato Ambassador.” Gianluigi has made gelato for two U.S. Presidents and the Pope, and has opened highly successful Gelaterias in both the U.S. and Italy.

Seats are filling up fast, reserve your spot today:
1-877-243-5286
www.gpiamerica.org/3-day-class

Learn From the Pros:Making Gelato and Designing Your Business Pre-Register Upcoming 2026 Course Dates: September 28th-30th Course Fee: $750 per person Location: 35 Trade Zone Court, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 Course Fee Includes: Catered lunch (three days) and post-class dinner (two days). Discount code f...

05/05/2026

GPI America had the pleasure of hosting Elenka and Inter-County Bakers at our facility in Ronkonkoma, where they demonstrated their delicious, eye-catching gelato and baked goods.

It was an honor to watch Chef Nino and Chef Alessio work, you are welcome back anytime!

Elenka Spa Inter-County Bakers, Inc.

04/05/2026

GPI America hopes you have an amazing Easter, filled with family and fun!

04/01/2026

New 2026 course dates available for our Three Day Master Class:
SEPTEMBER 28th-30th

Learn from famous Italian Gelato Maestro, Gianluigi Dellaccio, "The Gelato Ambassador to the United States," and industry veteran Andrew Seabury, President of GTI Designs. This invaluable three day experience will teach you everything you need to create or revitalize your Gelateria!

Learn More At:
https://gpiamerica.org/3-day-class/

Learn From the Pros:Making Gelato and Designing Your Business Pre-Register Upcoming 2026 Course Dates: September 28th-30th Course Fee: $750 per person Location: 35 Trade Zone Court, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 Course Fee Includes: Catered lunch (three days) and post-class dinner (two days). Discount code f...