In April, the chef from Italian Hospitality School Lia Ukleba completed a rich and inspiring Erasmus+ job‑shadowing experience at El CIFP Hostelería LHII (Escuela de Hostelería de Gamarra) in Vitoria‑Gasteiz, Spain. Her mobility was marked by direct observation, professional exchange, hands‑on learning and meaningful collaboration with hospitality educators in Spain.

One of the central themes of her visit was sustainable gastronomy. Lia took part in training sessions dedicated to zero‑waste cooking, exploring how circular‑economy principles are transforming contemporary culinary practices. From essential zero‑waste recipes to the creative “Trash Food” workshop—where every part of an ingredient is turned into something useful—she gained practical skills ready to be shared with our learners.

Alongside the professional activities, Lia also enjoyed a rich cultural experience through a guided tour of the historic centre of Vitoria‑Gasteiz, discovering the city’s traditions, architecture and vibrant local community.

Lia’s mobility reinforces our commitment to sustainability, creativity, and excellence in hospitality education. We look forward to integrating these new perspectives into our upcoming activities!

This job‑shadowing mobility was carried out within the Erasmus+ project 2024‑1‑IT02‑KA121‑ADU‑000201383, co‑funded by the European Union.

Insights into the project activities

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