Beginner Cooking Classes in Chicago
Novice cooks have nothing to fear with beginner cooking classes in Chicago. Now you can learn all the basics culinary skills you need to succeed in an informative and entertaining environment. Expert chefs are ready to show you the techniques in preparing outstanding meals in a variety of cuisines. Learn about knife skills, culinary language, seasoning and spices, proper ways to cook meat, pasta and more, even how to prepare a delectable dessert. Come a beginner, leave a professional.
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French-Inspired Menu
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Bring distinctive French flair to your culinary repertoire. Join this cooking class to discover authentic French recipes and traditional techniques for creating a menu worthy of a Paris bistro. Chef David is ready to help you explore the art of preparing a classic coq au vin. You'll develop the skills to prep, combine...
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Chef David
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Vegetarian Masterclass
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Who said vegetarian food isn't sophisticated? Take your vegetarian cookery to the next level with this skillful cooking class focusing on fine dining vegetarian style. Don't let your vegetarian option be an afterthought when creating a feast for non-meat-eating friends and family. Start off with a creamy tomato bisque...
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Chef Titik
Chicago (New City)
CHEF’S PLACE
Impressive Festive Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make an upscale holiday dinner. Impress your friends and family this holiday season with new skills learned in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make gourmet dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while cooking through a multi-course meal...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Simply Showstopping Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Throw away your complicated cookbooks and keep it simple but impressive nonetheless. Embrace the beauty of simplicity in this hands-on cooking class. Delicious meals donĐ²Đ‚â„¢t have to be complicated! You'll learn to create a flavorful chicken dish infused with 40 cloves of garlic, paired with rich brown butter...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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A Study in Classic Indian Cuisine
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Chef Rakhi guides you through preparation of classic Indian cuisine with slight innovative twists. Inspired by Mughlai's rich, fragrant and spice-filled dishes, this hands-on cooking class leads you through the techniques necessary to replicate traditional Indian recipes and take them home.
Master the use of spices...
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Verified Chef
Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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Middle Eastern Feast
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to handcraft your favorite Middle Eastern recipes in this hands-on experience. Make culinary magic in this interactive cooking class with Chef David where you'll practice knife skills while transforming fresh ingredients into flavorful Middle Eastern dishes that are ideal for sharing with family and...
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Verified Chef
Chef David
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Wholesome and Hearty Mediterranean Meal
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Dive headfirst into the popular Mediterranean diet, known for its wholesome ingredients and incredible variety. In this immersive cooking class with Chef Titik, you will learn to create a diverse meal with nutritious ingredients and an array of robust flavors. The best part is that, with help from Chef Titik, it will...
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Verified Chef
Chef Titik
Chicago (New City)
CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Team Bonding With Tapas
$139
Team Building Activity
$139
Colleagues come together to savor delicious teamwork creations, blending flavors and collaboration seamlessly. For crews in need of a collaborative refresh, this team building activity takes the excitement to the kitchen for an afternoon of bonding over culinary education. Let Chef Jason and his team show your...
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Chef Jason or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lake View East)
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Kids Cooking Series
Flavors of Italy - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn to make fresh Italian fare with the whole family. Take the family on a culinary tour of Italy in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make authentic Italian cuisine from a top-notch professional chef in an engaging, family-friendly environment. Gain hands-on skills in the kitchen while cooking through a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Kids Cooking Series
Parm & Gelato - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Get the whole family involved, cooking their favorite dishes in a fun-filled way. Bring the family together for an exciting cooking class filled with Italian-American favorites. Kick off the fun by making fresh homemade fettuccine Alfredo, followed by a delightful chicken parmesan in a fresh tomato sauce. And for a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Vegetarian Indian Classics
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover authentic Indian dishes to add to your line-up of vegetarian recipes. Indulge in your favorite Indian dishes in this vegetarian cooking class. Whatever your skill level, Chef Rakhi will teach you how to cook traditional meals with unique spices and aromas youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll love to recreate at home.
YouĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll...
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Verified Chef
Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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Brunch With a Crunch
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Feast on a hearty brunch of chicken and waffles as well as other brunch favorites. This ultimate brunch cooking class is perfect for groups who want to avoid the crowds and still enjoy a restaurant-worthy brunch. In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to make several brunch favorites from scratch.
First, fry up...
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Verified Chef
Chef David
Chicago (West Ridge)
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