Upcoming Seminars
Learn the art and business of ice cream with hands-on training in small classes led by industry expert Malcolm Stogo. Each seminar includes practical production experience, one-on-one instruction, and two months of follow-up consulting.
Upcoming Sessions – West Orange, NJ
April 22–24
- Seminar 106 – Taking the First Steps: How To Get Into the Ice Cream/Gelato Business (April 22)
- Seminar 111 – How To Produce a Soft Serve Frozen Dessert (April 22–23)
- Seminar 108 – Beginner Ice Cream Batch Freezer Hands-On Short Course (April 23–24)
September 23–25
- Seminar 106 – Taking the First Steps: Ice Cream/Gelato Business
- Seminar 111 – Soft Serve Frozen Dessert Production
- Seminar 108 – Beginner Ice Cream Batch Freezer Hands-On Course
November 25–27
- Seminar 106 – Taking the First Steps: Ice Cream/Gelato Business
- Seminar 108 – Beginner Ice Cream Batch Freezer Hands-On Course
- Seminar 109 – Plant-Based Frozen Dessert Production
Ready to get started?
- 👉 View Seminar 106 – Starting an Ice Cream/Gelato Business
- 👉 View Seminar 111 – Soft Serve Production Course
- 👉 View Seminar 108 – Hands-On Ice Cream Production Course
Reserve your spot soon! Classes are intentionally kept small to provide personalized training.
R&D Product Development & Testing
Ice Cream • Frozen Yogurt • Plant-Based Desserts • Gelato
From Concept to Market, Let’s Make Your Idea Real.
Your idea deserves more than just a great recipe, it deserves expert R&D and testing to bring it successfully to market. That’s where Malcolm Stogo Inc. comes in.
For over three decades, Malcolm Stogo “The Godfather of Ice Cream” and inventor of Cookies & Cream Ice Cream has helped entrepreneurs and major brands turn creative dessert ideas into commercial successes. From our test kitchen in West Orange, NJ, we guide you every step of the way — from perfecting your formula to preparing it for production.
Why Work With Us?
- 30+ years of global experience in ice cream innovation
- Clients include Häagen-Dazs, Sloan’s, Carvel, Stonyfield Farm, and more
- Proven expertise in both retail and manufacturing sectors
- Personalized mentorship and hands-on R&D
R&D & Flavor Development Services
- Base Flavor Development: $2,500 (1 day, up to 5 tests + expenses)
- Additional Flavors: $1,800 each
- Ongoing Development Package: $5,000 (5 flavors, up to 10 test batches per flavor + expenses)
Ready to take your dessert idea from kitchen to market?
👉 Let’s get started — contact us today.
Seminars & Workshops
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Seminar 108 – “Beginner” Ice Cream Batch Freezer Hands-On Short Course Seminar
- Regular price
- $1,500.00
- Sale price
- $1,500.00
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Seminar 106 - Taking the First Steps – How To Get Into the Ice Cream/Gelato Business
- Regular price
- $750.00
- Sale price
- $750.00
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Seminar 109 – Dairy Free Ice Cream & Desserts Seminar
- Regular price
- $1,100.00
- Sale price
- $1,100.00
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Seminar 111 - HOW TO PRODUCE A SOFT SERVE FROZEN DESSERT
- Regular price
- $2,250.00
- Sale price
- $2,250.00
Ice Cream University Ingredients
For years, our clients and students at our ice cream seminars have wanted to purchase the high-quality ingredients we use but have found it difficult due to high minimums and large freight charges from manufacturers. We listened! Now, you can buy the same boutique ingredients that make our ice cream so special, with small-quantity purchasing options and affordable pricing.
We offer a range of ingredients to meet your needs. Click on the links below to explore the ingredients we offer.
Featured Ingredients
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Ice Cream Stabilizer for Either No Egg Yolk (8 grams per gallon) or With Egg Yolk (10-12 grams per gallon) (Keystone 9185)
- Regular price
- $126.00
- Sale price
- $126.00
Consulting Services & Products
We provide all the products you need to help you succeed in the incredible ice cream business!