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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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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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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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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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Classic American Donuts
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to make three distinctive donuts under the guidance of an expert chef. In this chef-led cooking class, you will master three iconic donut shop favorites. Each style of donut you will make highlights specific techniques and skills, from proofing a yeasted dough to setting a creamy custard. By the end of this...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Crafting Authentic Dumplings
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your dim sum skills during an immersive cooking experience. Learn the art of creating authentic dumplings and dim sum in this engaging cooking class. You'll learn how to make savory barbecue pork and aromatic shrimp fillings. Learn how to perfectly steam your dumplings and make flavorful sauces for dipping....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Mastering Beef Wellington - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to cook this luxury dish beloved in England in your own kitchen. Make one of the worldĐ²Đ‚â„¢s most sought-after dishes in this engaging cooking class, as a chef instructor shows you how to master beef Wellington from scratch. Learn the secrets to creating a flaky pastry crust, a juicy beef tenderloin center...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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All-American Donut Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore how to craft one of AmericaĐ²Đ‚â„¢s favorite baked goods: donuts. During this cooking class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll learn the basics of preparing authentic donuts. Under the guidance of a renowned chef, you'll create the traditional dough for both yeast and cake donuts. Afterward, you'll experience filling and glazing...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Elevated Thanksgiving Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fill your Thanksgiving holiday table with the most flavorful seasonal dishes. Add gourmet twists to your favorite Thanksgiving dishes in this engaging cooking class with a world-class chef. Learn the proper way to prepare the biggest meal of the year, including how to cook a turkey with tender and juicy cuts of meat,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Beef Wellington Culinary Delights - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the right techniques to make an exquisite menu focused on beef Wellington. Beef Wellington is a popular gourmet English dish. 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 and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Dumplings for Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This lesson assembles three distinctive dumplings from a variety of cultures around the globe. Every culture has a unique take on dumplings, as this hands-on cooking class demonstrates. Learn how to make three sumptuous dumpling dishes, all different yet delicious. First, prepare European pierogi filled with mashed...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Luxurious Thanksgiving Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to bring together a homemade and delicious Thanksgiving dinner. During this cooking class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll discover ThanksgivingĐ²Đ‚â„¢s key flavors to cook a dinner your guests will never forget. A top-rated chef will teach you all the recipes to make this dinner an authentic holiday feast. From preparing a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Freshly Baked Rustic Breads
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Smell the aroma of freshly baked bread loaves coming right out of the oven. Come explore the world of gourmet rustic breads and learn to make your own in this hands-on cooking class. Learn the basics of crafting bread dough that performs to your expectations every time. Then, put your newfound knowledge to use as you...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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International Dumpling Adventure
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate traditional dumplings by exploring with different international flavors and ingredients. During this cooking class, youĐ²Đ‚â„¢ll create different versions of dumplings focusing on global cuisines. Begin with pierogi, dumplings filled with mashed potatoes and topped with onions and sour cream. Next, create...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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