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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Dynamite Donuts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
This trio of tasty bakeshop favorites is destined to sweeten up your morning. Save yourself a trip to the bakery and make your own handcrafted donut selections in this interactive cooking class. You'll craft classic doughs filled with custard for a classic Boston Cream Pie and topped with a sweet glaze for an...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Vintage Beef Wellington - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring a meal starring a bold British classic to your home dining line-up. Beef Wellington is a popular gourmet English dish, and you'll learn to prepare it in this inspiring cooking class. Craft light and flaky puff pastries and beef tenderloin that melts like butter. For a scrumptious side, you will perfectly prepare...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Date Night Thai Cuisine Specialties
$89
Cooking Class
$89
This exploration of traditional Thai cooking makes a perfect date night activity. Share a sumptuous lesson in authentic Thai cooking with your favorite kitchen companion in this date night cooking class. Your instructor plays host to a session where you'll create dishes like spring rolls, pad Thai, and coconut...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Team Building Activity
Stunning Culinary Creations
$115
Team Building Activity
$115
Plan an immersive team building activity where everyone creates a hearty meal together. Bring your team together and share memorable moments as you handcraft culinary creations side by side. This team building cooking class involves collaborating on a home-cooked meal that may feature handmade pasta for an Italian...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Stylish Roast Supper
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add new flavor to familiar favorites with a few tasty tricks. Traditional Sunday dinner becomes an elegant affair in this hands-on cooking class. Learn thoughtful touches that refresh an array of dishes you know and love. Your exceptional instructor demonstrates how easy it is to take a simple spread to new heights of...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Team Building Activity
Elevated Chophouse
$125
Team Building Activity
$125
Create a family style meal from scratch with your team. Treat your colleagues to a fabulous steakhouse meal with the added bonus of team bonding. Participants will learn from a real chef as they practice knife work, prepare sauces and side dishes and learn how to sear steak or make homemade pasta and fillings. The...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Team Building Activity
Comfort Food for All
$105
Team Building Activity
$105
Gather your group for an absolutely delicious homestyle meal. Take team building outside the office with this immersive cooking class focused on comfort foods. Your team will bond and gain confidence in new skills from knife work to seasoning and cooking meat and crafting something sweet. Each person does their part...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Festive Mexican Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Breakdown the process of fresh tamales, from masa to filling and more. Master the art of making fresh tamales in this cooking class. A chef instructor will guide you through the techniques for creating tamales from scratch using fresh masa. Craft two flavorful fillings with savory meat and creamy cheeses topped with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Warming Winter Comfort Foods
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy a session on the gourmet goodness of warm winter dishes crafted for comfort. In this immersive cooking class, craft hearty dishes that will bring you comfort in the winter. An expert chef instructor will teach you the culinary techniques to craft a flavor meal with savory meats with fresh vegetable sides. Master...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Autumn Dinner Date
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience a romantic culinary journey, where you’ll prepare a cozy fall dinner with your date. Celebrate autumn flavors in this romantic cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you culinary techniques and recipes using seasonal recipes. Master a savory pork tenderloin with a sweet glaze. Learn how to get...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Mastering Knife Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Gain confidence with expert knife techniques in this hands-on cooking class. Take your knife skills to the next level in this engaging cooking class. Taught by an expert chef, you'll master a fundamental tool and skill. Learn how to properly hold a knife while practicing slicing, dicing and julienning. Plus, learn...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Elevated and Authentic Chinese Dishes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create your favorite Chinese takeout dishes from scratch. In this immersive cooking class, learn how to make elevated versions of your favorite Chinese dishes. An expert chef will teach you the techniques and recipes to prepare authentic dishes. Learn how to give chicken the perfect crispy sear and master the art of...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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