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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Great for Groups of 14-30
Spanish Paella Party
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
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
Chicago (Fulton Market)
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Sunny Day Sweets
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft cool, creamy and comforting desserts perfect for a summer’s day. In this hands-on cooking class, an expert chef shares tips and techniques for upgrading your dessert repertoire with classic treats. Learn to make tres leches cake, a sweet and creamy Mexican favorite and draw inspiration from Italy with a...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Modern Brasserie
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate mealtime with classic French techniques. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll learn timeless methods for infusing meals with French finesse. Follow along with the chef as you prepare strip steak with tangy whole-grain mustard sauce and dress fresh haricots verts salad with homemade shallot...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Quintessential French Brasserie
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Immerse yourself in the art of French cuisine with this menu of classic recipes. This hands-on cooking class upgrades your culinary skills with essential French techniques. Follow along with an expert chef as you prepare strip steak and whisk tangy whole-grain mustard sauce. Learn to fry crisp, golden frites, and...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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A Rainbow of Flavor
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fill your culinary canvas with vibrant seasonal flavors and colorful produce. This hands-on cooking class celebrates seasonal cuisine by highlighting colors, flavors and textures in a gourmet menu. Accent rainbow peppercorn steak with mushroom-cognac sauce and brighten your plate with heirloom tomato and peach salad....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Eat the Rainbow
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a vibrant menu that looks as lovely as it tastes. This interactive cooking class blends visual artistry with elevated aromas, textures and tastes. An expert chef sharpens your skills from the fundamentals of pan sauce to upgraded presentation techniques. Enhance savory steak with rainbow peppercorns, craft a...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Flavors of the French Riviera
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft elegant dishes from the French Riviera. This hands-on cooking class elevates your culinary skills while introducing you to regional French cuisine. An expert chef teaches you how to pan roast chicken enhanced with buttery white wine beurre blanc. Add texture to French lentil salad with creamy goat cheese and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Intro to Sushi Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Polish your sushi skills with a focus on basic sushi making. Sushi night just got even more exciting with this cooking class that focuses on the essentials of making finger-licking good treats. A Chef instructor will teach you about selecting the right rice seasoning, using fresh fish and whipping up dipping sauces....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Fresh French Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
The world of Parisian gourmet decadence comes to your home baking line-up. Get a chef's eye view of how French bakers create their sugary wonderworks in an exciting in-person cooking class for home cooks of all abilities. Work with an exceptional baking expert as you transform wholesome elements into tart tatin,...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Italian on the Grill
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy a taste of summer in Italy with this vibrant grilled menu. This hands-on cooking class celebrates the lighter side of Italian cuisine with a menu perfect for dining al fresco. Follow along with the chef as you grill fragrant chicken diavola and tender asparagus accented with capers and lemon. Mix bright tomato...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Italian With a Rustic Touch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Come down to Earth with an elegantly earthy meal that merges farm and field. Set your table with something special in an interactive cooking class that makes the most of rustic Italian tradition. From brick-seared rosemary chicken to creamy, authentic risotto to chocolate panna cotta, every dish is a tribute to the...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Indulgent French Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Transform the flavors of classic desserts into decadent French macarons. In this in-depth cooking class, you'll explore the art of making macarons with guidance from an expert chef. Follow along as you mix the delicate batter, pipe perfectly round shells and craft luxurious fillings to flavor your treats. Savor the...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.