GASMA University

Gasma (Gastronomy and Culinary Management Campus), located in the Mediterranean coastal city of Castellón, Spain, is one of Europe’s most highly regarded gastronomy and culinary management schools. Operating under the umbrella of Spain’s established CEU Cardenal Herrera University, Gasma sets itself apart from traditional cooking schools by offering students a globally recognized, official university degree (Bachelor’s Degree in Gastronomy and Culinary Management).

The institution’s core educational philosophy is to flawlessly blend culinary arts with business management. At Gasma, students do not merely learn how to cook at an elite level, design menus, and study food science; they also acquire critical management skills necessary to run a successful business, such as restaurant management, gastronomy marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship. Offered in both English and Spanish, the programs are deeply practical, taking place in state-of-the-art professional kitchens under the guidance of industry-leading, Michelin-starred chefs and gastronomy experts.

The Castellón region, where Gasma is located, provides an absolutely perfect setting for gastronomic education with its rich Mediterranean diet, abundant fresh local produce, and inspiring culinary culture. Throughout their studies, students have the invaluable opportunity to build an international network and take a strong step into the global gastronomy sector through internships at prestigious restaurants. For international students aspiring to build their own culinary empire, manage high-end dining establishments, or become world-class chefs, Gasma offers an unparalleled educational journey.