Beginner Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
There’s a finesse and skill to cooking your favorite meals. If you are an aspiring chef, but need a little help from professionals, sign up for a beginners class in Downtown Chicago. Expert chefs will teach you the basics of cooking and provide you with the skills and methods you need to begin creating decadent dishes in your own kitchen. Talented chefs are looking forward to introducing the art of cooking to guests in Downtown Chicago.
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Cucina d’Amore - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the timeless allure of Italian cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class, you and your sweetheart will craft a luxurious dinner for two. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll learn how to form, roll and cut fresh fettuccine pasta finished with crispy pancetta, artichoke and a drizzle of truffle oil. Top your...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Feast of Spanish Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare a bountiful feast of classic Spanish dishes. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll dive into the vibrant world of Spanish cuisine with signature recipes from paella to patatas bravas. You’ll learn chef tips for crafting Spain’s iconic rice dish accented with juicy chicken and spicy chorizo....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Kids Cooking Series
Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Dad deserves a joyous day in the kitchen, celebrating with his favorite kitchen helpers. Give the big guy a high-flying Father's Day meal in a kid-friendly cooking class with fast casual dining on the menu. Your little chefs share a session with dad, grandpa, uncle or brother, culinary fun that includes making wings,...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Romance in Marrakesh - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Immerse yourself in the alluring flavors and aromas of Moroccan cuisine. This gourmet cooking class invites couples to an evening of culinary romance as an expert chef leads your journey into Moroccan recipes. Assemble a refreshing salad, then the chef teaches you to roast juice chicken flavored with caramelized onion...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Seaside in the South of France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
You can almost feel the fresh ocean breeze with this vibrant menu. This hands-on cooking class focuses on regional French cuisine, drawing inspiration from the coast and classic Mediterranean fare. While exploring this lighter side of French cooking, you’ll elevate your skills, learning to mix homemade...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Father’s Day Steak Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Gift your father a delicious surprise this Father’s Day with a steakhouse special menu. Your Dad will certainly appreciate you going all out in this steak-special cooking class for his special day. You'll be searing strip steak with a generous dollop of blue cheese compound butter, tasty twice-baked potatoes and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Pizza With a Twist
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Re-imagine what pizza can be with inventive takes on the traditional pie. This fun and creative cooking class explores the exciting possibilities of classic pizza dough. The chef shares tips for preparing a basic dough to transform into delicious bites from a decadent carbonara-style pizza to hearty calzones stuffed...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Kids Cooking Series
Father's Day Wings - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
But celebrate the big day by making delicious chicken wings. Celebrate your Dad in style as you prepare the most mouth-watering meal with expert chef guidance in this cooking class. Get the family together and prepare some chicken wings, veggie sticks and a homemade ranch dip to-go. Make the best use of the Pizza Bar...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Kids Cooking Series
Italian American Celebration - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Bring your culinary crew to the kitchen for a family-friendly lesson in Italian cooking. Share a session with your youngest helpers in a hands-on cooking class that helps bring classic Old World flavor to your home table. You and your family will enjoy an easy-going session with a top-shelf local chef while learning...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Classic Fare From Southern France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bask in the light and luxurious cuisine epitomized by the South of France. This immersive cooking class explores the Mediterranean-inspired flavors of France’s southern provinces, brimming with fresh seafood and aromatic produce. Guided by the chef, you’ll enhance your skills while preparing refreshing...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Creative Pizza Trio
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn to make pizza three distinct ways to inspire your own custom creations. This innovative cooking class will have you rethinking how you see pizza. First, the chef shares tips for making perfect pizza dough. Using this base, you’ll craft a savory pie inspired by a classic pasta dish and fold fennel, sausage...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Kids Cooking Series
Italian American Recipes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Whip up healthy comfort-food for a fun day out with your family. Give your children a peek at other cultures as you try out delicious Italian American treats in a family-friendly cooking class. Let your kids join in as you bring together the dough for Fettucine Alfredo and cook parmesan-dunked chicken with a generous...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
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