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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CHEF’S PLACE
French Pastry Collection
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create decadent delights from the world's richest gourmet traditions. There's something special baking in this hands-on cooking class, where French pastries become your new favorite homemade delight. Follow guided instruction from a first-rate local chef who'll show you easy-to-master techniques for making mini...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Homemade Pasta Methodology
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Discover the culinary magic of making your own homemade pasta and ravioli fillings from scratch. This insightful cooking class with Chef Janet is your guide to homemade ravioli prepared by hand. You'll create this timeless Italian dish surrounded by a selection of sides for a meal filled with exciting Old World...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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CHEF’S PLACE
French Springtime Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your loved ones to a feast of simply delicious French dishes. Explore the finest dishes from France in the springtime at this interactive cooking class. Develop classic French cuisine techniques as you pan-sear salmon, cook rice, whisk up a smooth white wine sauce and grill haricot verts to go with enriched...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Premium Global Breads
$89
Cooking Class
$89
These bakes represent some of the most treasured traditions from around the globe. Discover the dynamic baking traditions loved throughout the world with a cooking class that slices into international bread selections. Create your own Irish soda bread with robust cheddar and spring onion flavors, craft authentic...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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French Feast for Spring
$89
Cooking Class
$89
France shares its sensational culinary traditions, just in time for spring. Learn methods for making your own delicious springtime fare with a French twist in this joyful cooking class. With a top-level chef instructor leading you as you work, you'll gather gourmet techniques for making your own pan-seared salmon,...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Treats From the Spanish Table
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a gourmet menu of Spanish favorites from pork to olive oil ice cream. Explore the exciting and diverse flavors of Spain at this fascinating cooking class. In the session, you’ll make roasted pork loin paired with a tangy romesco sauce, potatoes with paprika and orange and a flavor-packed salad with black...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Cupcakes in Blossom
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn to bake and decorate your own gourmet floral cupcakes. Gear up for a new season with a cooking class where simple cupcakes become a charming arrangement of edible bloom-topped treats! Your esteemed culinary instructor helps you craft a luscious chocolate batter that bakes into decadent cupcakes and shows you how...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Traditional Spanish Tapas and Paella
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Create a gourmet four-course meal featuring tapas selections filled with authentic Spanish flavors. This tapas and paella cooking class celebrates the heart of Spanish cuisine with premium ingredients, essential knife skills and a family-style feast. Under Chef Andy’s guidance, you’ll master traditional...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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Spring Flavor Festival
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Let the new season guide you into a fresh way of eating. Get ready for the weather warm-up with a cooking class that brings spring dining into focus. An A-plus local chef is ready to share guided lessons in marinated lamb skewers dressed with herbed yogurt, nutty farro peppered with snap peas, feta-topped roasted...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Vibrant Spring Favorites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the arrival of the new season at a spring-centered session full of sunshine. Discover fresh ingredients at this spring-spired cooking class. Along with a group of like-minded classmates, you’ll pick up pro tips from the chef tutor as you prepare lamb skewers with herb yogurt and farro with sugar snap...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Kids Cooking Series
Italian Favorites - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Craft your favorite Italian dishes from scratch. Elevate your family dinner in this engaging cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you the recipes for a few of your favorite Italian dishes. Plus, you'll learn time-honored techniques that will elevate your cooking. Kids will love feasting on the delicious meal...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Classic Kid's Pizza Party
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Budding chefs will learn how to make pizza dough and more with Chef Andy. Kids will get hands-on experience making homemade pizza in this cooking class with Chef Andy, who will guide them through making pizza dough completely from scratch.
After mixing yeast, water and flour to make the dough, the kids will create...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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OTHER EXPERIENCES in Chicago
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.