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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Restaurant Quality Italian at Home
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to craft Italian restaurant favorites alongside a five-star chef in this inspired cooking class. In this Italian cooking class, you'll escape to Italy on a culinary adventure! Learn to create classic Italian dishes, including chicken piccata and truffle-infused asparagus. Along the way, you'll master valuable...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Beginner Pasta Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to create your own versions of Italian favorites with this pasta masterclass. You’re guaranteed to never have to buy pasta again thanks to this fun, practical cooking class. Step-by-step, you’ll be taught to make pasta dough, before rolling and shaping two iconic pastas, pappardelle and tortellini....
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Pasta From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
You'll never want to make pasta from a box after making it from scratch. Learn how easy making your pasta is in this cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to turn flour, water, eggs and salt into dough. You'll also learn the techniques to knead and shape the dough into pappardelle and tortellini. Then,...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Fresh Pasta Like Mama Made It
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the incredible taste sensation of homemade pasta in this inspired and fun cooking class. In this Italian-inspired cooking class, learn to craft fresh pasta with foolproof techniques. Master rolling pappardelle, shaping plump tortellini and enhancing the flavors of each dish with seasonally fresh produce. Bid...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Perfect Puff Pastry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your bakes with a puff pastry masterclass. Discover the secret to beautifully flaky puff pastry every time with this 3-hour cooking class. Led by a pastry expert, you’ll get to grips with layering butter and dough to produce a rich, crumbly base and use it to make sweet and savory dishes — decadent...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Mastering Puff Pastry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the art of making puff pastry for delectable desserts. You'll learn how to make puff pastry like a professional in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to whip up the dough from scratch, plus how to laminate it for a rich and flaky texture. You'll make a mille-feuille with...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Mastering French Pastry Making Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master pastry-making skills with a five-star chef in this interactive, fun puff pastry cooking class. This cooking class introduces you to the delicate art of French pastry making. In this three-hour course, you will work with a professional chef and learn to laminate dough and create rich, flaky creations. Recipes...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Elegant Flower Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a spring inspired macaron masterclass. Let your inner pâtissière bloom with this 3-hour cooking class focused on beautiful flower macarons. Following the chef instructor you’ll discover the secrets to the perfect macaron, from making the batter and piping graceful floral...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Springtime Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft beautiful and delicious macarons inspired by springtime. You'll learn how to make macarons from scratch in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make flower-shaped macrons with springtime flavors. You'll make lemon and white chocolate and strawberry macarons by whipping up a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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A Bouquet of Macrons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a beautiful bouquet of wildflower shaped macrons in this engaging and fun cooking class. In this three-hour cooking class, bake a beautiful bouquet of blossoming macarons. Guided by a chef instructor, you will learn the delicate art of shaping macarons into flowers and adding the essence of lemon, white...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Mom’s Favorite Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore techniques for making perfect macarons every time. In this 3-hour cooking class, you’ll learn the skills to make elegant, delicious macarons. Led by the chef tutor, you’ll master making macaron batters in two flavors — peach and champagne and chocolate créme brûlée, before piping,...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Macarons with Mom
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the secret to crafting decadent macarons. Master the art of crafting macarons in this special mother-child cooking class. A chef will teach you the recipes and techniques for creating this decadent and delicate dessert. You'll make peach and champagne and chocolate crГЁme brГ»lee macarons while learning how...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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