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Excellent class. Chef Michael Laiskonis was informative, answered all of our questions, and gave us alternatives to problems.
He made it real for real world situations.- Carlton Harrison, pastry chef, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
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I didn’t know that we have such a facility as PreGel that has so many classes that it offers…
It’s a once in a lifetime experience. I hope I can do it again.- Maria Saragusa, pastry student, Ukraine
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Chef Laiskonis is an excellent teacher with an in-depth knowledge of the interaction of ingredients.
Superior instruction bolstered by a state-of-the-art facility made for a tremendous class. Thank you.- Raymond Blanchard, pastry sous chef, The Everglades Club
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This was my first experience with PreGel classes, and I am floored by how much I have learned! I really enjoyed all the lecture information and the demos were very cool to get to see first-hand. Being able to learn from such a talented and experienced chef is so inspiring.
Thank you for this opportunity and I cant wait to come back.- Melissa Attanas, baking instructor, Wake Tech Community College. 5-Star Pastry Series/ All Things Chocolate: Bean to Dessert with Chef Michael Laiskonis
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I have loved being in the PreGel facilities and the staff is just world-class…they are so professional, so knowledgeable, and so welcoming.
I would most certainly recommend PreGel for culinary training. There’s no other learning experience like this.- Kara Andretta, Kara’s Couture Cakes, Buffalo, NY
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Thank you so much. I'm glad I took the class. Chef Michael Laiskonis is a great teacher and nice chef.
Loved to see the many PreGel products used in this class.- Carlos Sierra
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The facility is great, the equipment they have here is incredible. The staff is amazing.
I’ve been telling my friends about it and that they should totally do it.- Sofia Tejeda, Feast, San Antonio
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Chef Laiskonis has a wealth of knowledge that he shared with us, it is evident that his skills are very refined.
This is my third class at PreGel and this is by far the 'best one yet.'- Todd Richter, executive pastry chef, Prestonwood Country Club
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It’s a different format from other classes that I’ve taken and there’s a tremendous amount of learning going on.
I’ll be looking ahead to see what other courses you have here.- Katherine Parsi, culinary arts teacher
The Foundation of PreGel
In the small garage of his home, Dr. Rabboni painstakingly labored to invent Orange Fortefrutto®
The legacy of PreGel began with Dr. Luciano Rabboni—the nephew of an avid gelato maker and a chemist. Young Rabboni took notice of local gelato makers struggling to maintain a high-quality product to sell. Their products melted easily and the flavoring was inconsistent. In the small garage of his home, Dr. Rabboni painstakingly labored to invent Orange Fortefrutto® (fruit-based paste for flavoring artisanal frozen desserts), which he, with his wife Elena, initially sold out of the trunk of their car. This show of dedication and drive resulted in great success. Half a century later, Dr. Rabboni is still the driving force behind the family-owned company that umbrellas a network of PreGel subsidiaries, International Training Centers, and distribution centers worldwide, including those of PreGel America.

About PreGel America
PreGel America was established in 2002 as the North American subsidiary of PreGel s.P.A, headquartered in Reggio Emilia, Italy.
We are a business-to-business (B2B) developer, manufacturer, and distributor of authentic, high quality, shelf-stable, semi-finished dessert ingredients and supplies. Our primary goal is to effectively fulfill the supply needs for artisans of Gelato, Sorbetto & Ice Cream, Soft Serve Ice Cream, Pastry & Confections and Specialty Beverages. Our company highly values culinary education, teaching the proper use of our products and providing instruction on the latest techniques. Therefore, PreGel hosts four International Training Centers within major U.S. cities including Charlotte, NC; Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Chicago, IL; and Dallas, TX, though off-site demos are available as well. The company services all segments of the foodservice and noncommercial foodservice industries, as well as U.S. distributors. PreGel believes in blending Your Passion with Our Ingredients, and we look forward to forging a successful partnerships with chefs and entrepreneurs passionate about quality artisan dessert.

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Latest Press Releases
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Dessert ingredient producer prepares for autumn with classic seasonal flavors CONCORD, N.C. (August 20, 2019) – Question: What are three of the best things about fall? Answer: The extra hour of sleep when we “fall back” for Daylight Savings... Read MoreLUCIANO RABBONI BECOMES CAVALIERE DEL LAVORO
The President of the Italian Republic Sergio Mattarella gives the award This morning Luciano Rabboni received the award of Cavaliere del Lavoro, presented by President of the Italian Republic Sergio Mattarella. Cavaliere del Lavoro is an important title that is... Read MoreMedia Presence
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- https://www.businessinfocusmagazine.com/e_mag/BIFNADec2017/viewer/desktop/#page/146
- https://wjla.com/features/good-morning-washington/the-gelato-festival-of-america-heads-to-dc
- https://www.wusa9.com/video/entertainment/television/programs/great-day-washington/dcs-first-gelato-festival-is-this-weekend/65-8243400
- https://www.bakemag.com/articles/11376-slideshow-pregel-international-training-centers
- https://mags.businessinfocusmagazine.com/e_mag/BIFNADec2018/#page=133
- https://www.facebook.com/SpoonyRadio/videos/572110886563273/
- https://wgnradio.com/2019/08/18/dean-richards-sunday-morning-foodtime-08-18-19/
- https://pastryartsmag.com/news/pregel-highlights-cool-flavors-for-cooler-season/
- http://www.nxtbook.com/sosland/cake/2019_10_01/index.php?
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- http://digital.bakemag.com/sosland/bake/2019_11_01/index.php#/40
- &utm_source=bake+News&utm_medium=Newsletter&oly_enc_id=6133H2755801D0A">https://www.bakemag.com/articles/12767-pregel-america-to-support-icing-smiles-by-creating-cakes-for-sick-children?id=12767-pregel-america-to-support-icing-smiles-by-creating-cakes-for-sick-children&e=&utm_source=bake+News&utm_medium=Newsletter&oly_enc_id=6133H2755801D0A
- https://www.bakemag.com/articles/5536-icing-smiles-teams-with-pregel-america-to-create-special-memories-for-sick-children
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International Training Centers
How to Become a Gelatopreneur
PreGel America ITC Quick and Easy Pastries Class
PreGel America ITC Modern Pastry Shop Class
Resources
Though PreGel’s specialty dessert ingredients are the driving force of our business, we believe in providing “extras” to ensure the customer experience is optimal. Through resources featuring original content, informational videos, and an innovative collection of artisan recipes, explore some of the additional benefits of PreGel, and our one-stop-shop environment.
PreGel Recipe Database
Showcasing a vast selection of dessert classic, and trendy recipes, the PreGel Recipe Database publishes a consistent flow of fresh ideas created by the skilled chefs of the PreGel International Training Centers and 5-Star Pastry Chefs. This treasure-trove of recipes accommodate all skill levels from beginner to advanced and is searchable via ingredient, chef, or category.
PreGel Leadership
Awards/Accolades
2017
Certificate of Recognition Food Safety and Display of Proper Food Handling; National Restaurant Association
2016
Apex Award PreGel P Magazine Issue #27 Award of Excellence for Design & Layout
PICA Award PreGel P Magazine Issue #26 Best In Category – Sheetfed Magazines
PICA Award PreGel P Magazine Issue #29 Best In Category – Sheetfed Magazines
2015
Bronze Awards Entrant: Pregel America Inc. Title: Pregel Cacao Essenziale
Bronze Awards Entrant: Pregel America Inc. Title: Pregel Pino Pinguino Party Category: C1: Integrated Marketing Communications Programs Division: C01-4: Total B2c & B2b Program, Under $1 Million
Bronze Awards Entrant: Pregel America Inc. Title: Pregel Marketplace Product Eblast Series Category: C16: Email & Other Digital Marketing Tools Division: C16-3: Email Newsletter Series Or Campaign (Multiple)
Bronze Awards Entrant: Pregel America Inc. Title: Pregel Content Marketing Category: C18: Public Relations Division: C18-5: Content Marketing
Silver Awards Entrant: Pregel America Inc. Title: Pregelrecipe.com Microsite Category: C5: Web Presence Division: C05-1: Microsite Or Landing Page
Silver Awards Entrant: Pregel America Inc. Title: Pregel Ice Cream Revival Brochure Category: C8: Sales-enablement Tools Division: C08-1: Capabilities Brochure
Silver Awards Entrant: Pregel America Inc. Title: Pregel Frozen Pops Brochure Category: C8: Sales-enablement Tools Division: C08-2: Product, Equipment Or Parts Catalog
Silver Awards Entrant: Pregel America Inc. Title: 6 Tips For Eye- Catching Dessert Photos Using Your Smartphone! Category: C15: Video Division: C15-2: Video Production, Under 5:00
Gold Awards Entrant: Pregel America Inc. Title: Pregel Seasonal Flavor Planner Campaign Category: C4: Demand Generation Division: C04-2: Multi-channel Lead Gen, Middle Market
Gold Awards Entrant: Pregel America Inc. Title: Pregel Brazil Fispal Sorvetes Booth Category: C7: Face-to-face Marketing Division: C07-4: Trade Show Exhibit, Under 2,500 Sq.ft
Special Awards Pregel America Inc. Corporate Marketer Of The Year
2013
Corporate Marketer of the Year
Gold Award: 50 x 50 booth at National Restaurant Association
Gold Award: Media Kit
Gold Award: Cross Media Campaign – Web & Traditional Mediums for Catering Booklet
Silver Awards: Novel Ideas Brochure
Silver Awards: Views from the Tree magazine Issue #27
Silver Awards: 2013 PICA Award PreGel Media Kit