A Comprehensive Culinary Education
Rooted in the Mediterranean Tradition
Advance through our tiered certification system to develop advanced skills in authentic Mediterranean cuisine.
Mediterranean Epicurean Masterclass
Mediterranean Epicurean Masterclass is a culinary academy based in Boston that specializes in teaching traditional Mediterranean cooking techniques through both in-person and online courses.
We offer three certificate levels (basic, intermediate, and superior) focused on classic gastronomy, regional variations, and specialized cooking methods from across the Mediterranean.
Beyond education, we provide valuable consulting services to restaurants seeking to enhance their Mediterranean offerings. For those outside of Boston, we envision future launches in major culinary hotspots such as Dallas, Nashville, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Miami in the coming years.
Our Approach
At Mediterranean Epicurean Masterclass, we've crafted two distinctive pathways to Mediterranean culinary excellence: comprehensive educational programs available both in-person and through digital platforms, and personalized consulting services for restaurant professionals.
In-Person and Online Training
Mediterranean Epicurean Masterclass offers flexible learning options through both immersive in-person sessions and comprehensive online coursework, allowing students to master Mediterranean culinary techniques regardless of their location or schedule constraints.
Professional Consulting and Advisory
Our expert consultants work directly with restaurant professionals to elevate their Mediterranean culinary programs, offering tailored guidance on technique refinement, menu innovation, and authentic flavor development informed by traditional practices.
Our Certificate Curriculums
Mediterranean Epicurean Masterclass offers a comprehensive tiered curriculum with Basic, Intermediate, and Superior Certificate programs that progress from fundamental techniques to creative mastery of Mediterranean cuisine.
Each certificate level builds upon previous knowledge, guiding students through traditional methods, regional variations, and professional techniques, culminating in the development of each student's individual creative culinary style.
The Basic Cuisine Certificate introduces fundamental Mediterranean culinary techniques, covering essential skills from knife handling to preparation methods while establishing a strong foundation in kitchen safety, terminology, and core cooking principles.
Building on basic skills, the Intermediate Cuisine Certificate delves into regional Mediterranean cooking traditions and contemporary techniques, with specialized workshops in wine pairing, beekeeping, and seafood preparation taught by industry professionals.
Designed for advanced culinary students, the Superior Cuisine Certificate focuses on perfecting technical execution while developing a distinctive creative style, incorporating noble ingredients, precise temperature control, and professional kitchen management skills.
Healthy Mediterranean Cuisine's Traditions For Youth
The Healthy Mediterranean Cuisine's Traditions For Youth program is a transformative 120-hour initiative designed to combat youth obesity by introducing low-income families to nutritious Mediterranean cooking techniques and food traditions.
Through hands-on workshops for both parents and children, participants learn to prepare affordable, healthy meals using Mediterranean principles as an appealing alternative to fast food.
Traditions For Youth Program Structure
The Traditions for Youth Program is structured as a six-week, hands-on skills development and learning process through which participants prepare nutritious, healthy, and budget-friendly meals.
Introduction to Mediterranean Cuisine and Basic Nutrition
This foundational module introduces students to the Mediterranean food pyramid, essential nutritional principles, and fundamental cooking techniques that form the cornerstone of healthy Mediterranean eating patterns while establishing core kitchen skills.
Introduction to Spanish, French & Italian Cuisine
Students explore the distinctive regional variations of Western Mediterranean traditions, learning authentic preparation methods for signature dishes from Spain, France, and Italy while understanding how these cuisines balance flavor and nutrition through traditional ingredients and techniques.
Introduction to Greek, Egean & Cretan Cuisine
The program delves into the heart of Eastern Mediterranean culinary traditions with focused instruction on Greek, Aegean, and Cretan dishes known for their exceptional nutritional profiles, abundant use of olive oil, fresh vegetables, and whole grains central to the Mediterranean diet.
Introduction to Seafood and the Black Sea Region
This specialized module highlights the importance of seafood in Mediterranean cuisine, teaching sustainable fishing practices and preparation techniques from the Black Sea region while emphasizing the nutritional benefits of incorporating fish and seafood into a balanced diet.
Introduction to Moroccan & South Anatolian Cuisine and Project Presentation
The culminating module explores the vibrant, spice-forward traditions of North African and South Anatolian cooking while guiding students through a comprehensive final project that demonstrates their mastery of Mediterranean techniques, nutritional principles, and budget-conscious meal planning.
My passion for Mediterranean cuisine stems from its perfect balance of flavor, nutrition, and cultural significance—qualities I am dedicated to sharing through our comprehensive educational programs at Mediterranean Epicurean Masterclass.
OZGUN UNVER - FOUNDER & CEO
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