ganzo
CULTURAL AND GASTRONOMIC ASSOCIATION
What’s Ganzo?
Ganzo is a non-profit cultural entity created for and run by the students of Apicius School of Food and Wine Studies at Palazzi Florence Association for International Education. It is a project meant to promote integration in Florence, and to encourage and facilitate the communication between students and the city.
Student Academic Involvement
Apicius School of Food and Wine as well as Hospitality students and faculty oversee the daily operations of Ganzo. Principles and practical applications of front/back of the house management, professional restaurant preparation, professional beverage management, and customer relations are practiced through internships integrated into the academic program of study.
What can other students do for Ganzo?
Ganzo is based on volunteer work, so help us to make it successful! Palazzi students can volunteer any time and you’ll enjoy a family meal with the staff! Students can participate at the events, assist the advisory board team with organizing events, as well as help with public relations. Students can help with restaurant activities and special events. Assist the professional team of Chefs with the catering services offered by the restaurant area. And lastly, students can help with the reception and organization: you will assist the professional staff of Ganzo with different hospitality services including hosting and waiting.
Meal Plans
The public, Palazzi students, staff, and faculty may purchase Ganzo meal plans that can be used everyday, all day long! Meal plan holders may use vouchers at Ganzo all day until 8:30PM. Each voucher includes:
Lunch: (1 voucher): 12:00- 3:00PM (last orders taken at 2:30pm); 1 main dish, freshly baked bread, and water.
Afternoon meal: (1 voucher): 3:00- 6:00PM - panini and salads, freshly baked bread, and water. When there are special dinner events and the regular dinner menu is unavailable, the afternoon meal will be extended to 7:30pm (last orders taken at 7:00PM).
Dinner: (2 vouchers): 7:00PM- 9:00PM (last orders taken at 8:30PM); 1 main dish, freshly baked bread, 1 appetizer or dessert, and water.
Brunch: (2 vouchers): every Saturday from 12:00PM until 3:00 PM.
Special themed dinners: (4 vouchers): These dinners take place on designated Thursdays each month and feature multi-course dinners.
Please note:
Wednesday Aperiganzo and AperiArt do not require vouchers, the regular purchase of a beverage includes the buffet. Vouchers CANNOT be used for wine or alcohol. Vouchers must be signed by the student to be valid. Vouchers are for personal use only and cannot be transferred to another student.They are non-refundable and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen. Vouchers are divided according to a monthly expiration and must be used in a timely manner. Vouchers cannot exceed the amount permitted for each meal.
What else does Ganzo offer other than regular lunch and dinner service?
You can discover many sides to Italian cuisine and wine culture at Ganzo! See below for details:
WEDNESDAYS: Every Wednesday Ganzo offers APERIGANZO: Social event to interact with the community, faculty, and students. Buffet of gourmet foods made in house from 6:00PM to 10:00 (no vouchers can be used). Certain Wednesdays transform into APERIART, where the regular aperitivo takes a creative turn by featuring art show openings.
THURSDAYS: Special themed multi-course dinners with wine pairing are organized on several Thursdays throughout the semester. Dinners are based on a theme and can be paid with 4 vouchers.
LITERARY AND CULTURAL MEETINGS: Throughout each academic session, book presentations, Blending newsletter and magazine presentations, lectures, and seminars will be offered to all students. Please check the Ganzo calendar for dates and further information.
See Ganzo calendar of events for dates and times. Ask a staff member for a copy of the calendar to see events details and menus.
Location
Via dei Macci 85r
50122 Firenze
tel+39055241076
fax +39 055243208
www.ganzoflorence.com
Monday through Saturday 12:00PM - 12:00AM