Naperville (Downtown)
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef

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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
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58 Reviews
Chef Jesse brings a rich culinary background to every class, shaped by experience in Michelin-starred restaurants, private chef work and operating his own food ventures. He has played key roles in opening restaurant and brewery kitchens, as well as developing diverse menus. Now instructing, Chef Jesse combines his deep knowledge and passion for food with a love for teaching, helping students master efficient kitchen techniques while making cooking a fun, engaging experience.
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Naperville Cooking Class: Thailand's Delicate Culinary Balance Naperville Cooking Class: Thailand's Delicate Culinary Balance 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Thailand's Delicate Culinary Balance 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Thailand's Delicate Culinary Balance 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Thailand's Delicate Culinary Balance 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Thailand's Delicate Culinary Balance 6 slide
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Thailand's Delicate Culinary Balance

$99
Cooking Class
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Thai food is easy to prepare with the tips you'll learn in this cooking class. In this cooking class, learn to craft restaurant-style Thai dishes at home. A master chef will teach you the art of balancing flavors, frying crisp shrimp, and simmering green curry sauce. Each dish is flavorful, loaded with healthy, fresh...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Jan 15th at 4:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Enriched Dough Masterclass Naperville Cooking Class: Enriched Dough Masterclass 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Enriched Dough Masterclass 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Enriched Dough Masterclass 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Enriched Dough Masterclass 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Enriched Dough Masterclass 6 slide
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Enriched Dough Masterclass

$99
Cooking Class
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Enrich your kitchen knowhow by mastering recipes made with enriched dough. At this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn the skills needed to produce sweet and savory croissants and enriched doughs. Following step-by-step with the tutor, you’ll use a laminated dough to create Kouign-Amann, a buttery...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Fri, Jan 16th at 9:00AM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Learn Essential Cooking Skills Naperville Cooking Class: Learn Essential Cooking Skills 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Learn Essential Cooking Skills 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Learn Essential Cooking Skills 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Learn Essential Cooking Skills 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Learn Essential Cooking Skills 6 slide
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Learn Essential Cooking Skills

$99
Cooking Class
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Build a stronger cooking foundation through hands-on learning. Build your kitchen confidence in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Learn key techniques every home cook should know, from searing steak with herbed butter to perfecting a crisp salad and balanced vinaigrette. You’ll also make creamy...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Fri, Jan 16th at 1:00PM & other times
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Cozy Winter Baking Favorites

$99
Cooking Class
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Take refuge from the cold with a winter baking masterclass. As the mercury drops it’s time to get cozy at a cooking class devoted to delicious winter bakes. Following the chef tutor, you’ll get to grips with a sumptuous selection of treats and desserts including sticky toffee pudding and brown butter...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Sun, Jan 18th at 10:00AM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Harvest Cooking Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Harvest Cooking 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Harvest Cooking 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Harvest Cooking 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Harvest Cooking 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Harvest Cooking 6 slide
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Cozy Winter Harvest Cooking

$99
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Create a cozy seasonal dining experience with simple techniques. Celebrate seasonal flavors in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Learn how to prepare seared pork tenderloin stuffed with Tuscan kale and pancetta, a crisp apple and fennel salad and a rich butternut squash gratin with ricotta and hazelnuts....
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Mon, Jan 19th at 4:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Delicious Spanish Feast Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Delicious Spanish Feast 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Delicious Spanish Feast 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Delicious Spanish Feast 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Delicious Spanish Feast 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Delicious Spanish Feast 6 slide
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Cook a Delicious Spanish Feast

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Cooking Class
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Cook, taste and enjoy bold Spanish dishes crafted by you. Explore classic Spanish flavors in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Start by shaping and frying crispy Manchego croquettas, then make a traditional potato and spinach tortilla Española. You’ll also learn how to roast pork loin and blend a...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Mon, Jan 19th at 7:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic Mexican Table Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic Mexican Table 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic Mexican Table 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic Mexican Table 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic Mexican Table 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic Mexican Table 6 slide
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Authentic Mexican Table

$99
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Cook birria tacos, tamales and a chile-chocolate cake with authentic techniques. Experience the flavors of Mexico in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Learn how to make authentic birria tacos with homemade corn tortillas, corn and poblano tamales with pasilla sauce and a decadent chocolate ancho chile cake....
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Jan 22nd at 1:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Feast of French Winter Flavors Naperville Cooking Class: Feast of French Winter Flavors 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Feast of French Winter Flavors 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Feast of French Winter Flavors 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Feast of French Winter Flavors 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Feast of French Winter Flavors 6 slide
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Feast of French Winter Flavors

$99
Cooking Class
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Get cozy in the kitchen with a menu of comforting French classics. Immerse yourself in a chef-led cooking class celebrating French winter favorites. Kick off by making French onion soup crostini before pan-roasting chicken breasts with whole grain mustard, tarragon and leeks and serving with a contrasting salade verte...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Jan 22nd at 4:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Handcrafted Dim Sum -Date Night Naperville Cooking Class: Handcrafted Dim Sum -Date Night 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Handcrafted Dim Sum -Date Night 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Handcrafted Dim Sum -Date Night 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Handcrafted Dim Sum -Date Night 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Handcrafted Dim Sum -Date Night 6 slide
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Handcrafted Dim Sum -Date Night

$99
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Have a magical evening learning more about authentic dim sum. Show your partner how you roll at a date night cooking class devoted to dim sum. Working side by side, you’ll discover more about these delicacies before making xiaolongbao, dumplings filled with a light broth, and garlic steamed bok choy....
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Jan 22nd at 7:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Macaron Workshop Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Macaron Workshop 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Macaron Workshop 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Macaron Workshop 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Macaron Workshop 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Macaron Workshop 6 slide
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Classic Macaron Workshop

$99
Cooking Class
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Strengthen your baking confidence with precision-focused techniques. Master delicate French pastries in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Learn how to make toasted almond macarons filled with honey cinnamon buttercream and strawberry macarons with matcha buttercream. Chef Jesse or a resident chef will guide...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Fri, Jan 23rd at 9:00AM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Classic French Country Dinner Naperville Cooking Class: Classic French Country Dinner 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic French Country Dinner 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic French Country Dinner 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic French Country Dinner 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic French Country Dinner 6 slide
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Classic French Country Dinner

$99
Cooking Class
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Prepare a French-style meal rich in warm, comforting notes. Discover the charm of rustic French cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Learn how to make French country chicken gratin, a crunchy apple and celery root salad and fragrant herbed rice pilaf. End the meal with silky chocolate pots de...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Fri, Jan 23rd at 1:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Refined Mediterranean Dinner - Date Night Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Refined Mediterranean Dinner - Date Night 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Refined Mediterranean Dinner - Date Night 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Refined Mediterranean Dinner - Date Night 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Refined Mediterranean Dinner - Date Night 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Refined Mediterranean Dinner - Date Night 6 slide
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Make a Refined Mediterranean Dinner - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
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Make your evening special with bold Mediterranean dishes. Enjoy a flavorful night out in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Work side by side with your partner as you sauté shrimp seasoned with Mediterranean spices, prepare pine nut couscous with roasted garlic aioli and grill marinated zucchini with...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Fri, Jan 23rd at 4:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Bread Baking Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Bread Baking 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Bread Baking 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Bread Baking 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Bread Baking 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Bread Baking 6 slide
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Classic Bread Baking

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bake fresh loaves that highlight rustic, homemade charm. Learn the art of homemade baking in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Start by preparing roasted squash, sage and ricotta focaccia, then bake rustic French bread in a Dutch oven for that perfect crust. You’ll also make salted butter completely...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Mon, Jan 26th at 10:00AM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Pasta Feast Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Pasta Feast 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Pasta Feast 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Pasta Feast 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Pasta Feast 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cozy Winter Pasta Feast 6 slide
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Cozy Winter Pasta Feast

$99
Cooking Class
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Create pasta dishes that highlight warm, comforting flavors. Learn the art of handmade pasta in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Start by mixing and rolling fresh spinach pasta dough, then craft fettuccine with roasted winter squash, arugula and pine nuts. You’ll also prepare spinach linguine with...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Tue, Jan 27th at 7:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic French Desserts Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic French Desserts 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic French Desserts 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic French Desserts 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic French Desserts 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Authentic French Desserts 6 slide
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Authentic French Desserts

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover how to make authentic French desserts. France isn't short on delectable desserts. In this Authentic French Desserts cooking class, you will learn how to make some of the best classic French meals. You will start by creating a thick, rich caramel to envelop crisp layered apples that you will top with buttery...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Wed, Jan 28th at 10:00AM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Italian Home-Style Meal Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Italian Home-Style Meal 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Italian Home-Style Meal 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Italian Home-Style Meal 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Italian Home-Style Meal 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Italian Home-Style Meal 6 slide
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Make a Classic Italian Home-Style Meal

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Cooking Class
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Cook warm Italian dishes that feel like they came from Nonna’s kitchen. Bring classic Italian comfort food to life in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Learn how to prepare tender brasciole, creamy polenta, garlicky sautéed greens and fragrant rosemary focaccia. Chef Jesse or a resident chef will...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Wed, Jan 28th at 7:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Sushi Making 101 Naperville Cooking Class: Sushi Making 101 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sushi Making 101 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sushi Making 101 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sushi Making 101 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sushi Making 101 6 slide
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Sushi Making 101

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the basics of making Sushi. Let a gourmet chef teach you the basics of sushi making in this Sushi Making 101 cooking class. In this class, you will cover the important basics: selecting the freshest fish, seasoning your rice and whisking dipping sauces. Brush up on your knife skills and safety, and learn the...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Jan 29th at 4:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Belle Bistro - Date Night Naperville Cooking Class: Belle Bistro - Date Night 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Belle Bistro - Date Night 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Belle Bistro - Date Night 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Belle Bistro - Date Night 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Belle Bistro - Date Night 6 slide
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Belle Bistro - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Increase your kitchen skills together at a French inspired date night class. Take your next date night to another level with a cooking class devoted to fine French food. Have fun together as you make a complete restaurant-worthy menu of porcini-crusted steak with Béarnaise sauce, green beans and a fresh salad with...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Jan 29th at 7:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Make Classic New Orleans Sweets Naperville Cooking Class: Make Classic New Orleans Sweets 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make Classic New Orleans Sweets 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make Classic New Orleans Sweets 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make Classic New Orleans Sweets 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make Classic New Orleans Sweets 6 slide
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Make Classic New Orleans Sweets

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create festive New Orleans sweets full of flavor and charm. Experience the joy of New Orleans baking in this interactive cooking class in Naperville. With guidance from Chef Jesse or a resident chef, you’ll prepare traditional mini king cakes, rich pecan pralines and light, golden beignets. You’ll learn...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Mon, Feb 2nd at 10:00AM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Vibrant Indian Cuisine Naperville Cooking Class: Vibrant Indian Cuisine 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Vibrant Indian Cuisine 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Vibrant Indian Cuisine 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Vibrant Indian Cuisine 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Vibrant Indian Cuisine 6 slide
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Vibrant Indian Cuisine

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create an authentic Indian meal using guided techniques. Experience the bold flavors of India as you learn hands-on techniques in this vibrant cooking class. Discover how to mix spices to bring out depth and balance in classic dishes. Create fresh flatbreads, chicken tikka masala and savory shrimp with...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Mon, Feb 2nd at 4:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Thai Flavor Fundamentals Naperville Cooking Class: Thai Flavor Fundamentals 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Thai Flavor Fundamentals 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Thai Flavor Fundamentals 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Thai Flavor Fundamentals 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Thai Flavor Fundamentals 6 slide
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Thai Flavor Fundamentals

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Jump aboard for a culinary journey through vibrant Thai dishes. In this fascinating cooking class, you’ll discover the secrets to making fresh Thai food that’s bursting with flavor. Guided by your chef tutor, you’ll prep ingredients, handle spices and learn traditional recipes as you cook chicken...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Mon, Feb 2nd at 7:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Classic Dumplings Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Classic Dumplings 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Classic Dumplings 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Classic Dumplings 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Classic Dumplings 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Classic Dumplings 6 slide
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Craft Classic Dumplings

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to handle dumpling dough and wrappers with ease. Learn the basics of dumpling making in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Practice shaping and cooking three classic styles: steamed dumplings, boiled wontons for soup and pan-fried gyoza. You’ll also prepare simple dipping sauces to pair with each...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Tue, Feb 3rd at 4:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Simple and Seasonal French Cooking Naperville Cooking Class: Simple and Seasonal French Cooking 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Simple and Seasonal French Cooking 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Simple and Seasonal French Cooking 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Simple and Seasonal French Cooking 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Simple and Seasonal French Cooking 6 slide
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Simple and Seasonal French Cooking

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make a complete menu of French classics that are sure to impress. With a pinch of creativity and a lot of fun, this practical cooking class invites you to make a menu of French-inspired treats. Develop classic techniques as you sear the beef, prepare a red wine sauce and roast fingerling potatoes for a crispy side....
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Tue, Feb 3rd at 7:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Decadent Chocolate Desserts Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Decadent Chocolate Desserts 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Decadent Chocolate Desserts 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Decadent Chocolate Desserts 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Decadent Chocolate Desserts 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Craft Decadent Chocolate Desserts 6 slide
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Craft Decadent Chocolate Desserts

$99
Cooking Class
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Craft delicious chocolate desserts with consistency and skill. Learn essential chocolate dessert skills in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Make a smooth chocolate tart, dip and decorate chocolate truffles and bake triple chocolate brownies with the ideal texture. Chef Jesse or a resident chef will guide you...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Wed, Feb 4th at 10:00AM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Dinner in France Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Dinner in France 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Dinner in France 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Dinner in France 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Dinner in France 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Dinner in France 6 slide
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Classic Dinner in France

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the flavors of classic French bistro fare and enhance your culinary skills. Discover the art of fine French cuisine at an interactive cooking class. You’ll pick up key kitchen skills as you sear steak and prepare a flambéed brandy and mustard sauce and make side dishes of truffled pommes Dauphine and...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Wed, Feb 4th at 1:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Fundamental Italian Flavors Naperville Cooking Class: Fundamental Italian Flavors 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Fundamental Italian Flavors 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Fundamental Italian Flavors 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Fundamental Italian Flavors 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Fundamental Italian Flavors 6 slide
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Fundamental Italian Flavors

$99
Cooking Class
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Add Italian-inspired recipes to your repertoire. Perfect for beginner and advanced cooks, this practical cooking class will show you how to prepare a complete Italian menu. Following the chef tutor’s instructions, you’ll prepare chicken cooked beneath a brick to enhance its flavor, plus a side of...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Wed, Feb 4th at 4:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Easy Peasy Pasta From Scratch Naperville Cooking Class: Easy Peasy Pasta From Scratch 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Easy Peasy Pasta From Scratch 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Easy Peasy Pasta From Scratch 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Easy Peasy Pasta From Scratch 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Easy Peasy Pasta From Scratch 6 slide
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Easy Peasy Pasta From Scratch

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add a new string to your culinary repertoire at a pasta-focused session. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll discover the techniques and a few tricks to make pasta from scratch. An expert will teach you how to mix dough, shape and roll into pasta so you get perfect results every time. You’ll also...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Wed, Feb 4th at 7:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Rustic  Breads From Italy Naperville Cooking Class: Rustic  Breads From Italy 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Rustic  Breads From Italy 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Rustic  Breads From Italy 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Rustic  Breads From Italy 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Rustic  Breads From Italy 6 slide
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Rustic Breads From Italy

$99
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$99
Discover the secrets to making different types of bread from around the globe at a baking masterclass. There’s nothing better than slicing into a fresh crusty loaf that you’ve made yourself and this bread-making cooking class can show you how. Led by the chef tutor, you’ll master making dough from...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Feb 5th at 10:00AM & other times
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Mardi Gras Flavors

$99
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Recreate iconic dishes from the heart of New Orleans. Discover the unique culinary influences of The Big Easy at an interactive cooking class with a pro chef. Following the chef’s lead, you’ll make popcorn shrimp with Bloody Mary aioli for dipping plus chicken and sausage gumbo with dirty rice. Finally,...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Feb 5th at 1:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Elegant French Bistro Supper Naperville Cooking Class: Elegant French Bistro Supper 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Elegant French Bistro Supper 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Elegant French Bistro Supper 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Elegant French Bistro Supper 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Elegant French Bistro Supper 6 slide
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Elegant French Bistro Supper

$99
Cooking Class
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Discover classical French cooking at its finest. Take a trip to a French bistro in this practical cooking class. Guided by a pro chef you’ll develop kitchen skills and confidence as you cook classic French onion soup, pan-roasted chicken with a satisfying Cognac sauce and green beans with a lemon vinaigrette....
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Feb 5th at 4:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Flavorful Sicilian Feast - Date Night Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Flavorful Sicilian Feast - Date Night 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Flavorful Sicilian Feast - Date Night 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Flavorful Sicilian Feast - Date Night 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Flavorful Sicilian Feast - Date Night 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Cook a Flavorful Sicilian Feast - Date Night 6 slide
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Cook a Flavorful Sicilian Feast - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook delicious Sicilian dishes that are perfect for date night. Cook a flavorful Sicilian menu together in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Start by preparing arancini with crisp, golden shells, then make pasta alla Norma with tomatoes, eggplant and basil. You’ll also toss an arugula and fennel salad...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Feb 5th at 7:00PM & other times
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Valentine Macarons

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your special someone to a plateful of magical macarons handmade with love. Become a macaron master by picking up classic techniques and a few professional secrets in this cooking class. Experience the joy of precision patisserie as you mix a batter, pipe and bake to create two distinctive treats:...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Fri, Feb 6th at 9:00AM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Essential Heat Techniques Naperville Cooking Class: Essential Heat Techniques 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Essential Heat Techniques 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Essential Heat Techniques 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Essential Heat Techniques 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Essential Heat Techniques 6 slide
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Essential Heat Techniques

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn versatile methods for controlling heat in the kitchen. Build your confidence with high-heat cooking in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Practice grilling radicchio for a smoky salad with beets and oranges, pan-searing strip steak with shallot and herb compound butter and braising leeks topped with a...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Fri, Feb 6th at 1:00PM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Wintertime Paris Romance - Date Night Naperville Cooking Class: Wintertime Paris Romance - Date Night 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Wintertime Paris Romance - Date Night 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Wintertime Paris Romance - Date Night 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Wintertime Paris Romance - Date Night 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Wintertime Paris Romance - Date Night 6 slide
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Wintertime Paris Romance - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience the romance of a winter evening in Paris at a couple’s cooking session. In this enchanting cooking class that’s perfect for couples, you’ll discover the cozy flavors of Paris in winter. Guided by the chef, you’ll make a menu of comforting dishes including coq au vin with a green...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Fri, Feb 6th at 4:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Gourmet British Food - Date Night Naperville Cooking Class: Gourmet British Food - Date Night 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Gourmet British Food - Date Night 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Gourmet British Food - Date Night 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Gourmet British Food - Date Night 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Gourmet British Food - Date Night 6 slide
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Gourmet British Food - Date Night

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Master a gourmet menu of restaurant-quality food with your significant other. Treat your loved one to a fabulous feast, British style, at an interactive cooking class that’s perfect for date night. Working side-by-side, you’ll create a British favorite, beef Wellington, with flaky pastry and tender beef,...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Sat, Feb 7th at 7:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Ultimate French Pastries Naperville Cooking Class: Ultimate French Pastries 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Ultimate French Pastries 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Ultimate French Pastries 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Ultimate French Pastries 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Ultimate French Pastries 6 slide
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Ultimate French Pastries

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add new skills to your kitchen repertoire with a practical session on fine French patisserie. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn techniques including making laminated dough and crispy choux pastry. You’ll use these as a base to make palmiers crusted with lemon sugar and eclairs coated with a...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Thu, Feb 12th at 10:00AM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet and Savory Croissant Skills Builder Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet and Savory Croissant Skills Builder 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet and Savory Croissant Skills Builder 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet and Savory Croissant Skills Builder 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet and Savory Croissant Skills Builder 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet and Savory Croissant Skills Builder 6 slide
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Sweet and Savory Croissant Skills Builder

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Harness the skills to make your very own sweet and savory croissants from scratch. This French-inspired cooking class will take your croissant skills to a whole new level. You’ll start by making a buttery, laminated dough and use it to create an assortment of croissants. Bacon and Gruyère croissants are...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Fri, Feb 13th at 9:00AM & other times
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Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Southern Italian Dinner - Date Night Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Southern Italian Dinner - Date Night 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Southern Italian Dinner - Date Night 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Southern Italian Dinner - Date Night 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Southern Italian Dinner - Date Night 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Make a Classic Southern Italian Dinner - Date Night 6 slide
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Make a Classic Southern Italian Dinner - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Build confidence cooking vibrant Italian dishes as a team. Enjoy a Southern Italian-inspired evening in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Cook side by side with your partner as you prepare steak tagliata, sautéed shrimp with fried capers, homemade garganelli with spicy tomato sauce and Amalfi lemon gelato....
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Fri, Feb 13th at 7:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet Cookie Decorating - Family Fun Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet Cookie Decorating - Family Fun 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet Cookie Decorating - Family Fun 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet Cookie Decorating - Family Fun 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet Cookie Decorating - Family Fun 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Sweet Cookie Decorating - Family Fun 6 slide
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Sweet Cookie Decorating - Family Fun

$79
Cooking Class
$79
Decorate heart cookies with colorful, kid-approved designs. Have fun decorating sweet treats together in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Learn how to make sugar cookie hearts and chocolate cookie hearts, then mix and use royal icing to decorate them with your own designs. Chef Jesse or a resident chef will...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Sat, Feb 14th at 1:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Filled Pasta From Scratch Naperville Cooking Class: Filled Pasta From Scratch 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Filled Pasta From Scratch 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Filled Pasta From Scratch 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Filled Pasta From Scratch 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Filled Pasta From Scratch 6 slide
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Filled Pasta From Scratch

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Discover the secrets to making your own filled pasta. Go on a pasta-making adventure at a hands-on cooking class. Follow along with an expert chef to learn pasta fundamentals such as making a dough, rolling and filling with fresh ingredients to create an assortment of pasta dishes. Plus, you’ll receive a pasta...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Sun, Feb 15th at 1:00PM
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Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Italian American Comfort Cooking Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Italian American Comfort Cooking 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Italian American Comfort Cooking 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Italian American Comfort Cooking 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Italian American Comfort Cooking 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Classic Italian American Comfort Cooking 6 slide
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Classic Italian American Comfort Cooking

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Indulge in Italian American favorites that are perfect for winter. Get comfortable at a cozy cooking class celebrating hearty and familiar dishes. You’ll discover essential Italian techniques as you cook chicken Milanese and make gnocchi from scratch before combining them with a tomato and cream sauce and...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Tue, Feb 17th at 4:00PM & other times
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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Jesse or Resident Chef THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Naperville Cooking Class: The Best of Handcrafted Autumn Desserts Naperville Cooking Class: The Best of Handcrafted Autumn Desserts 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: The Best of Handcrafted Autumn Desserts 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: The Best of Handcrafted Autumn Desserts 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: The Best of Handcrafted Autumn Desserts 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: The Best of Handcrafted Autumn Desserts 6 slide
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The Best of Handcrafted Autumn Desserts

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn new skills with this hands-on experience, dripping with warming fall flavors. Discover the art and science of traditional pastries as you enjoy this guided chef experience, focused on seasonal flavors and expert outcomes. You will add a laundry list of baking techniques and more to your repertoire after this...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
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Naperville Cooking Class: Fabulous Fall Recipes Naperville Cooking Class: Fabulous Fall Recipes 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Fabulous Fall Recipes 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Fabulous Fall Recipes 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Fabulous Fall Recipes 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Fabulous Fall Recipes 6 slide
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Fabulous Fall Recipes

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add a warming touch to your fall dining line-up with the lesson on autumn classics. This hands-on cooking class is the perfect opportunity to elevate your fall cooking selections in a cozy forum where flavor reigns supreme. Whether you're serving a comforting supper for guests or treating your family to a special...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
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Naperville Cooking Class: Warm Winter Recipes Naperville Cooking Class: Warm Winter Recipes 2 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Warm Winter Recipes 3 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Warm Winter Recipes 4 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Warm Winter Recipes 5 slide Naperville Cooking Class: Warm Winter Recipes 6 slide
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Warm Winter Recipes

$99
Cooking Class
$99
No matter the weather, this selection of comforting classics is sure to add warmth. Bring an added touch of comfort to your usual fare with this hands-on cooking class focused on winter-ready recipes. Work with your talented chef instructor as you gather gourmet techniques used by the pros to craft a meal worth...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
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GIFT AN EXPERIENCE OR COOKWARE!
Perfect for any occasion
ENDLESS OPTIONS
Cooking classes, private chefs, food tours, cookware & more in 400+ cities worldwide.
NO EXPIRATION
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5-STAR REVIEWS
We are honored to have received over 45,000 5-star reviews, including a 5-star rating on Yelp!
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Team Building Activities WITH Chef Jesse or Resident Chef THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Naperville Team Building Activity: Gourmet Comfort Cooking Naperville Team Building Activity: Gourmet Comfort Cooking 2 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Gourmet Comfort Cooking 3 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Gourmet Comfort Cooking 4 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Gourmet Comfort Cooking 5 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Gourmet Comfort Cooking 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 12-20

Gourmet Comfort Cooking

$105
Team Building Activity
$105
This collaborative lesson in home cooking is the perfect setting for bonding with your team. Help your gang connect in a delicious new setting with this hands-on team building experience. They'll share a lesson in home cooking that begins with classic fried chicken made skillet-style for old-fashioned taste and...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
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Naperville Team Building Activity: Creative Gourmet Cooking Naperville Team Building Activity: Creative Gourmet Cooking 2 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Creative Gourmet Cooking 3 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Creative Gourmet Cooking 4 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Creative Gourmet Cooking 5 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Creative Gourmet Cooking 6 slide
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Creative Gourmet Cooking

$115
Team Building Activity
$115
Collaboration is on the menu in this flavorful session, specially designed with teams in mind. No matter their skill level, your teammates will love gathering in the kitchen for a fun team building experience centered around gourmet cooking. They'll work with a skilled instructor to develop their culinary talents...
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4.6
58 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
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Naperville Team Building Activity: Deluxe Steakhouse Supper Naperville Team Building Activity: Deluxe Steakhouse Supper 2 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Deluxe Steakhouse Supper 3 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Deluxe Steakhouse Supper 4 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Deluxe Steakhouse Supper 5 slide Naperville Team Building Activity: Deluxe Steakhouse Supper 6 slide
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Deluxe Steakhouse Supper

$125
Team Building Activity
$125
Get your crew cooking together for a stunning meal featuring stellar steakhouse selections. Teams who love fine dining can order up their share of memorable moments in this team building experience. They'll create a steak dinner from start to finish while working with one another in a different kind of collaborative...
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4.6
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef's Overall Rating

4.6 / 5

Based on 58 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef Jesse or Resident Chef

Kathy B.

Kathy

11/29/25
We made a tuscan steak, with homemade, kale-pesto pasta, and an arugula salad with parmesan cheese and balsamic dressing. It was excellent! Our Chef, Will, was very thorough explaining each step, however, it was a lot of steps for the amount of time we had. We enjoyed it; especially my husband who is the cook in the family! My only complaint is that we had to stand to eat the meal, after already standing for 2 hours! After paying the total amount for the class, I thought we would be able to sit and savior the meal we just made; instead of rushing to be done and leave.
11/29/25
Tracy M.

Tracy

10/19/25
Fun class but cannot replicate at home ... don't have all of the equipment necessary
10/19/25
Kate B.

Kate

09/02/25
A wonderful experience for my grandson and I - and the food was delicious!
09/02/25