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Specialized Academy

Barista & Brew School

Level: Beginner to Pro

Our Professional Barista Training Program takes you through the complete bean-to-cup journey, combining coffee knowledge with extensive hands-on practice in a real café environment. Designed for beginners and aspiring professionals alike, this course equips you with the technical skills, confidence, and industry standards required to excel in the coffee and hospitality industry. Students receive practical training using commercial espresso machines and high-end grinders, learning how to dial in espresso, adjust grind size, achieve precise extraction ratios, and create perfectly textured microfoam for café-quality beverages. From mastering classic espresso-based drinks to crafting beautiful latte art such as hearts, rosettas, tulips, and advanced free-pour designs, every session focuses on building real-world skills. Beyond coffee preparation, you'll also develop expertise in manual brewing methods, equipment maintenance, food safety, customer service, café workflow, and beverage presentation. By the end of the program, you'll be fully prepared to work as a professional barista in cafés, hotels, restaurants, specialty coffee shops, or confidently begin your own coffee business.

Throughout this course, you will gain the practical knowledge and hands-on experience needed to become a confident and professional barista. The curriculum includes: :

Coffee Fundamentals – Learn the journey of coffee from bean to cup, coffee origins, varieties, processing methods, roasting levels, and flavor profiles.
Espresso Preparation – Master espresso calibration, grinder adjustment, dosing, distribution, tamping techniques, extraction, and shot evaluation for consistent, high-quality espresso.
Milk Science & Texturing – Understand milk chemistry, steaming techniques, and how to create silky microfoam for café-quality beverages and latte art.
Latte Art – Practice pouring techniques from beginner to advanced designs, including the Heart, Tulip, Rosetta, Swan, and creative free-pour patterns.
Hot & Cold Coffee Beverages – Prepare a full range of espresso-based drinks, iced coffees, blended beverages, frappes, and signature café recipes.
Manual Brewing Methods – Learn specialty brewing using V60, AeroPress, Chemex, French Press, Moka Pot, Siphon, and Cold Brew techniques.
Coffee Equipment Operation – Safely operate commercial espresso machines, grinders, and brewing equipment while understanding proper setup and calibration.
Cleaning & Preventive Maintenance – Perform daily machine cleaning, backflushing, grinder maintenance, hygiene practices, and routine equipment care to industry standards.
Food Safety & Café Hygiene – Apply food safety principles, sanitation procedures, personal hygiene, and safe beverage preparation practices.
Inventory & Café Operations – Learn stock management, inventory control, beverage costing, workflow organization, waste reduction, and café setup.
Customer Service & Hospitality – Build communication skills, customer interaction techniques, order handling, teamwork, and professional café etiquette.
Career Development – Gain guidance on CV writing, interview preparation, workplace professionalism, and career opportunities in cafés, hotels, restaurants, and specialty coffee businesses.

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Mixology Academy

Bar Academy (Flair & Bartending)

Level: Professional Certification

Our Professional Bartending & Mixology Training Program combines practical bar operations, beverage knowledge, mixology techniques, and flair bartending to prepare you for a successful career in the hospitality industry.

What you will learn:

Bartending Fundamentals – Learn the roles and responsibilities of a professional bartender, bar etiquette, workstation organization, and hospitality standards.
Bar Tools & Equipment – Become proficient in using shakers, jiggers, strainers, muddlers, bar spoons, pourers, mixing glasses, blenders, and other essential bar equipment.
Mixology Techniques – Master the core methods of drink preparation, including shaking, stirring, muddling, layering, blending, rolling, and building cocktails with consistency and precision.
Classic Cocktail Recipes – Prepare internationally recognized cocktails by understanding the foundations of sours, fizzes, highballs, martinis, mojitos, margaritas, old fashioneds, and other classic recipes.
Mocktail Creations – Design refreshing, balanced, and visually appealing non-alcoholic beverages using fresh fruits, herbs, syrups, juices, and garnishes.
Flavor Balancing – Understand sweetness, acidity, bitterness, dilution, texture, and aroma to create well-balanced drinks.
Free Pouring Skills – Develop speed and accuracy through professional free-pouring techniques and controlled measuring.
Flair Bartending – Learn working flair techniques, including bottle spins, tin flips, shaker catches, pours, and entertaining guest interactions while maintaining efficiency.
Garnishing & Beverage Presentation – Create eye-catching garnishes, decorative finishes, and premium drink presentations that enhance the guest experience.
Bar Setup & Operations – Learn mise en place, workstation preparation, inventory organization, stock rotation, and efficient service during busy hours.
Speed & Multi-Order Service – Practice preparing multiple drink orders quickly while maintaining consistency, cleanliness, and quality.
Customer Service & Hospitality – Build communication skills, responsible guest interaction, upselling techniques, complaint handling, and professional service standards.
Bar Hygiene & Safety – Follow food safety, sanitation, cleaning procedures, workplace safety, and responsible beverage service practices.
Inventory & Cost Control – Learn stock management, beverage costing, waste reduction, portion control, and basic bar profitability.
Career Development – Receive guidance on professional grooming, CV preparation, interview skills, and career opportunities in hotels, restaurants, lounges, resorts, cruise lines, and hospitality businesses.

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Gastronomy Program

Bakery & Pastry Arts Class

Level: Foundation to Intermediate

Our Professional Bakery Training Program combines baking science with hands-on practical training, helping students master the techniques required for commercial bakeries, cafés, hotels, and pastry kitchens.

What you will learn:

Baking Fundamentals – Learn the science of baking, ingredient functions, measurement techniques, recipe reading, and the principles behind successful baking.
Bread Making & Fermentation – Understand yeast biology, dough mixing, kneading, proofing, fermentation, shaping, scoring, and baking a variety of artisan and commercial breads.
Laminated Doughs – Master the techniques of lamination to prepare buttery, flaky pastries such as croissants, Danish pastries, puff pastry, and other viennoiserie products.
Cake Baking & Preparation – Learn to bake sponge cakes, butter cakes, chiffon cakes, chocolate cakes, and other specialty cakes with proper mixing, leveling, filling, and assembly techniques.
Cake Decoration – Develop professional decorating skills using buttercream, whipped cream, ganache, fondant, royal icing, piping techniques, borders, flowers, writing, and modern finishing styles.
Pastries & Desserts – Prepare cookies, brownies, muffins, cupcakes, tarts, pies, éclairs, doughnuts, cheesecakes, and a variety of baked desserts.
Chocolate & Glazing Techniques – Work with chocolate, ganache, mirror glaze, fruit glazes, caramel, and decorative finishes to create premium bakery products.
Bakery Equipment Operation – Safely operate planetary mixers, spiral mixers, deck ovens, convection ovens, proofers, sheeters, and other commercial bakery equipment.
Recipe Scaling & Production Planning – Learn ingredient scaling, batch production, portion control, baking schedules, and efficient workflow for commercial production.
Food Safety & Hygiene – Apply professional kitchen sanitation, personal hygiene, food handling, storage practices, and bakery safety standards.
Quality Control & Product Consistency – Understand baking temperatures, timing, troubleshooting, texture evaluation, and maintaining consistent product quality.
Packaging & Product Presentation – Learn attractive packaging methods, product display, labeling, shelf-life management, and bakery merchandising.
Costing & Inventory Management – Gain knowledge of ingredient costing, inventory control, stock rotation, waste reduction, and basic bakery business operations.
Career Development – Build professional skills through workplace etiquette, teamwork, CV preparation, interview guidance, and career opportunities in bakeries, cafés, hotels, restaurants, pastry kitchens, and entrepreneurship.

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Specialty masterclass

Specialty Sushi Class

Level: Masterclass

Our Professional Sushi Training Program provides hands-on instruction in the traditional techniques and modern presentation of Japanese sushi. From preparing perfectly seasoned sushi rice to mastering knife skills and elegant plating, students gain the confidence to create authentic, restaurant-quality sushi.

What you will learn:

Introduction to Japanese Cuisine – Learn the history, culture, etiquette, and fundamentals of sushi and Japanese culinary traditions.
Sushi Rice Preparation – Master rice selection, washing, soaking, cooking, vinegar seasoning (shari), cooling, and proper storage to achieve the perfect texture and flavor.
Knife Skills & Seafood Preparation – Develop precision cutting techniques for fish, seafood, and vegetables while learning proper handling, portioning, and food safety practices.
Sushi Rolling Techniques – Learn to use the makisu (bamboo rolling mat) to prepare a variety of sushi styles, including Hosomaki, Futomaki, Uramaki (inside-out rolls), Temaki (hand rolls), and specialty signature rolls.
Nigiri & Sashimi Preparation – Practice forming perfectly balanced Nigiri, slicing fresh seafood for Sashimi, and presenting each dish with professional precision.
Nori & Ingredient Handling – Understand the preparation and proper use of nori (seaweed), fillings, vegetables, seafood, sauces, and garnishes.
Japanese Sauces & Condiments – Learn the correct use and balance of soy sauce, wasabi, pickled ginger, spicy mayonnaise, teriyaki sauce, eel sauce, and other traditional accompaniments.
Presentation & Plating – Create elegant, restaurant-quality presentations using professional plating techniques, garnishes, color balance, and portion control.
Food Safety & Hygiene – Follow international food safety standards for handling raw seafood, ingredient storage, sanitation, and kitchen hygiene.
Kitchen Equipment & Organization – Learn the proper use and maintenance of sushi knives, cutting boards, rice cookers, bamboo mats, and other essential sushi tools.
Inventory & Ingredient Management – Understand ingredient selection, storage, stock rotation, portion control, waste reduction, and cost management for sushi production.
Restaurant Workflow & Service – Develop speed, consistency, teamwork, and efficient preparation techniques suitable for professional sushi bars and Japanese restaurants.
Creative Sushi Development – Design modern fusion rolls and signature sushi creations while maintaining the principles of authentic Japanese cuisine.
Career Development – Receive guidance on professional kitchen etiquette, CV preparation, interview skills, and career opportunities in Japanese restaurants, hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and international hospitality establishments.

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Culinary Masterclass

Pizza & Burger Class

Level: Intermediate Masterclass

Our Professional Pizza & Burger Training Program is designed to provide hands-on experience in preparing restaurant-quality pizzas and gourmet burgers. Students learn professional dough preparation, sauce making, burger assembly, baking techniques, and food presentation while working with commercial kitchen equipment.

What you will learn:

Pizza Fundamentals – Learn the history of pizza, ingredient selection, flour types, dough science, and the principles of professional pizza making.
Pizza Dough Preparation – Master dough mixing, kneading, hydration ratios, fermentation, proofing, portioning, hand stretching, and shaping techniques for soft, crispy, and perfectly baked pizza crusts.
Pizza Sauce & Toppings – Prepare authentic tomato sauces, white sauces, pesto, and specialty sauces while learning ingredient pairing, cheese selection, and balanced topping combinations.
Pizza Baking Techniques – Understand baking temperatures, oven management, pizza stone usage, deck ovens, convection ovens, and achieving consistent baking results.
Specialty Pizza Preparation – Create a variety of pizzas including Margherita, Pepperoni, Veggie, BBQ Chicken, Hawaiian, Supreme, Four Cheese, and signature gourmet pizzas.
Burger Fundamentals – Learn the principles of crafting high-quality burgers, including bun selection, patty preparation, seasoning, cooking methods, and assembly.
Burger Patty Preparation – Prepare beef, chicken, fish, and vegetarian patties using proper mixing, shaping, grilling, and cooking techniques to achieve juicy and flavorful results.
Burger Sauces & Toppings – Create homemade burger sauces, mayonnaise variations, BBQ sauces, cheese sauces, caramelized onions, fresh toppings, and premium garnishes.
Burger Assembly & Presentation – Learn professional burger layering, portion control, wrapping, plating, and presentation for dine-in and takeaway service.
Side Dishes & Accompaniments – Prepare crispy French fries, potato wedges, onion rings, coleslaw, dips, and other complementary menu items.
Commercial Kitchen Equipment – Safely operate mixers, dough sheeters, ovens, grills, fryers, and other essential kitchen equipment while following best practices.
Food Safety & Hygiene – Apply food handling standards, sanitation procedures, temperature control, cross-contamination prevention, and kitchen safety practices.
Recipe Costing & Inventory Management – Learn ingredient costing, stock management, portion control, waste reduction, and basic food business operations.
Customer Service & Food Presentation – Develop skills in menu presentation, packaging, quality control, and delivering a professional customer experience.
Career Development – Gain guidance on workplace professionalism, CV preparation, interview skills, and career opportunities in pizzerias, restaurants, cafés, hotels, fast-food chains, and food entrepreneurship.

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Student preparing fresh pizza in Twist Academy training class

Professional Certification Courses

Barista & Brew School

Throughout this course, you will gain the practical knowledge and hands-on experience needed to become a confident and professional barista. The curriculum includes: :

Bar Academy (Flair & Bartending)

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Bakery & Pastry Arts Class

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Specialty Sushi Class

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Pizza & Burger Class

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