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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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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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Love-Inspired Fall Feast​​
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fall romance and culinary delight — join a hands-on class mastering seasonal dishes for a memorable date night. Indulge in the warmth of autumn during this cooking class as you join other couples to discover the art of crafting seasonal recipes. You'll master techniques, like roasting and caramelizing...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Distinctive Dim Sum Dishes - Date Night
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Lovers of authentic Chinese dishes will love crafting their own dim sum spread. Add Asian classics to your cookbook with this delightful dim sum cooking class. Your chef instructor has a world of culinary secrets to share, including traditional methods for making steamed buns filled with savory delights, stuffed...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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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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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Classic Foundations of Knife Skills
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the fundamentals of knife skills in this interactive cooking class. In this hands-on cooking class, discover the best-kept secrets behind the art of knife skills. Whatever your skill level, a world-renowned chef will lead you through simple exercises as you learn how to properly hold a knife and practice the...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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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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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Stunning Dinner Party Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This succulent meal is both comforting and classic. Let a local chef guide you through the steps to create a Sunday roast for a dinner party effortlessly. Tie your apron and jump right in, gently pressing dried herbs into beef tenderloin to form a delicious herb crust. Learn to perfectly roast the tenderloin for a...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Mastering Kitchen Knife Skills
$89
Cooking Class
$89
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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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chinese Food for the Home Cook
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace traditional methods for out-of-this-world Chinese food. Gain confidence and a plethora of new culinary skills as you work your way through each step of this Chinese food menu. Incorporate flavor and texture as you hand-roll and fry egg rolls to crispy perfection. Fire up the wok and stir fry chicken and...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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 Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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