Beginner Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago

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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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Discover Dim Sum - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make date night unforgettable with a hands-on cooking class. Dive into the delicious world of dim sum with an exciting date night cooking class. Learn to make authentic dumplings from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as rolling out dough, sauteeing filling...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
76 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Fri, Jan 16th at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Homemade Pasta Methodology 6 slide
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Homemade Pasta Methodology

$129
Cooking Class
$129
Discover the culinary magic of making your own homemade pasta and ravioli fillings from scratch. This insightful cooking class with Chef Janet is your guide to homemade ravioli prepared by hand. You'll create this timeless Italian dish surrounded by a selection of sides for a meal filled with exciting Old World...
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Chef Janet
5.0
89 Reviews
Serving the Chicago area
Next Date: Sun, Jan 18th at 6:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Dreamy Dim Sum - Date Night Chicago Cooking Class: Dreamy Dim Sum - Date Night 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dreamy Dim Sum - Date Night 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dreamy Dim Sum - Date Night 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dreamy Dim Sum - Date Night 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dreamy Dim Sum - Date Night 6 slide
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Dreamy Dim Sum - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Shower your date in flavor with a hands-on cooking class. Jump into classic Chinese cuisine with an exciting dim sum cooking class. Learn to make authentic dishes from a five-star professional chef in a fun and interactive environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while making unforgettable memories with your...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
45 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Fri, Jan 16th at 7:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Mexican Street Food 101 Chicago Cooking Class: Mexican Street Food 101 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mexican Street Food 101 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mexican Street Food 101 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mexican Street Food 101 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mexican Street Food 101 6 slide
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Mexican Street Food 101

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn hands-on techniques to craft vibrant, authentic Mexican street food favorites. Dive into the bold flavors and lively spirit of Mexican street cuisine in this interactive cooking class led by Chef David. Discover how to transform simple ingredients into vibrant, crowd-pleasing dishes using time-honored techniques...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Serving the Chicago area
Next Date: Fri, Jan 23rd at 6:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Treats Chicago Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Treats 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Treats 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Treats 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Treats 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Treats 6 slide
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Cozy Winter Treats

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get in the holiday spirit with a hands-on baking class. Sweeten up your life during the cold winter months with a festive cooking class. Learn to make bakery-quality sweets from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen such as mixing batter, chopping ingredients and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
76 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sun, Jan 18th at 10:00AM & other times
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Discover Seasonal Baking

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Heat up the colder months with a fun baking class. Lean into cozy winter vibes with an interactive cooking class. Learn to make gourmet desserts from a five-star professional chef while having a blast in the kitchen. Master new tips and tricks while gaining hands-on skills like mixing batter, chopping fruits and...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
45 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, Jan 18th at 10:00AM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings 6 slide
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Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings

$75
Cooking Class
$75
Unlock the art of dumpling-making in this fun, hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet. You'll discover how simple it is to create silky dough, flavorful fillings and perfectly folded dumplings right in your own kitchen. Whether you prefer a savory meat mix or a tasty vegetarian version, you’ll learn techniques...
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Chef Janet
5.0
89 Reviews
Chicago
Next Date: Mon, Jan 19th at 7:00PM & other times
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Italian Pasta Essentials

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Discover how to create a gourmet Italian feast from scratch with guidance from a five-star chef. Join Chef David for an immersive cooking class that brings the art of Italian cuisine to life. Learn how to make authentic pasta dough, prepare classic sauces and craft traditional desserts using time-honored...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Serving the Chicago area
Next Date: Fri, Jan 23rd at 6:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 6 slide
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Chinese Takeout Favorites

$95
Cooking Class
$95
Enjoy favorite Chinese takeout dishes at home without the delivery fee. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef David will teach you how to recreate beloved Chinese takeout recipes in your own kitchen. Learn how to make savory sauces, crispy dumplings and hearty fried rice from start to finish while practicing your knife...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Serving the Chicago area
Next Date: Fri, Jan 23rd at 6:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Special Surf & Turf - Date Night Chicago Cooking Class: Special Surf & Turf - Date Night 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Special Surf & Turf - Date Night 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Special Surf & Turf - Date Night 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Special Surf & Turf - Date Night 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Special Surf & Turf - Date Night 6 slide
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Special Surf & Turf - Date Night

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn new skills together as you create a gourmet meal to share. If you love dining out at your favorite steakhouse or seafood joint, why not give those favorite dishes a try in your very own home? From the fruits of both land and sea comes some of the best cooking that will maximize your skills, introduce you to...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
45 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, Jan 18th at 4:00PM
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Great for Groups of 11-30

Classic Latin-Inspired Tacos

$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Take your team out of their comfort zone with this culinary team-focused experience. Join Chef Andy for this team building cooking class where your crew will gather outside of the office and collaborate on handcrafting a three-course menus with tacos as the featured dish. After preparing elote cups with warm...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
374 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Tue, Jan 20th at 6:30PM & other times
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Great for Groups of 11-30

Spanish Paella Party

$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Enjoy the communal experience of preparing paella in this hands-on culinary team building experience. Paella is not only characterized by it's saffron-scented rice and distinct pan, but also by the festivities that surround it. Paella brings people together, and in this team building class, Chef Andy invites your team...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
374 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Tue, Jan 20th at 6:30PM & other times
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