Homemade Pasta Methodology
- Sun, Oct 18 • 6:00 PM +More Dates
- 2 to 24 guests
- 3-course meal Date night favorite
- Travelling to guests in Downtown Chicago
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Beginner cooking classes in Chicago on Cozymeal are hands-on, beginner-friendly and designed to help guests learn, cook and dine with confidence.
Booked the class A Taste of Italian Classics with Chef Janet in Chicago
What a delicious Italian meal we prepared ! The evening flew by as we all participated in the prep. Our budding chefs gained confidence and seasoned cooks some new tricks!
Booked the class Fabulous Croissants with Chef Eric in Chicago (Streeterville)
Chef Eric was enthusiastic, charismatic, and incredibly supportive throughout the class. Chef stepped in exactly when needed and shared quick, helpful tips that made preparing the dish so much easier. Both dishes were absolutely delicious — but the Roasted Leek and Gruyère Croissant was truly top tier! I’m already looking forward to booking another class in the near future.
Booked the class Fabulous Croissants with Chef Eric in Chicago (Streeterville)
Will completely recommend this class and looking forward signing up for future classes.
Booked the class A Delectable Dim Sum Feast with Chef Eric in Chicago (Streeterville)
It was an amazing experience! We left feeling very proud of what we prepared.
Booked the class Beloved Bistro Meal with Chef Rakhi in Chicago (North Center)
Exceptional! My wife and really enjoyed the entire evening. I especially did, given the fact that I am not good at cooking AT ALL. Chef Rakhi was accommodating, patient, and a wonderful teacher. I have now graduated from being the WORST CHEF. The Bistro experience was fabulous, but what truly made the experience exceptional, was simply the time we spent getting to know Chef Rakhi. She is and amazing woman with an amazing story. Can't wait to read the book.
Booked the class Modern Specialty Croissants with Chef Eric in Chicago (Streeterville)
Chris was the chef that taught us how to make our breakfast and made the experience very memorable. Very professional and kind.
Booked the class Vegetarian Indian Classics with Chef Rakhi in Chicago (North Center)
What a wonderful way to spend an evening! Chef Rakhi is brimming with knowledge and expertise from many years of experience. We learned a lot about the ingredients and received the support needed to be able to execute new kitchen skills independently. The food was delicious, and it was nice enjoying it with the new friends we made :) We’ll definitely be back!
Booked the class Dough to Dinner Pasta Making with Chef Rakhi in Chicago (North Center)
Had an amazing time with Chef Rahki. She hosted us and made us feel right at home. The class was perfectly paced and the meal was delicious. I would recommend this course to everyone!
Booked the class Dough to Dinner Pasta Making with Chef Rakhi in Chicago (North Center)
Chef Rakhi was fantastic! We shared so many laughs and she made me feel comfortable to be open to learning. I learned how to make pasta from scratch which was on my bucket list of things to do for a long time. The Caesar salad made me decide to never buy Caesar salad dressing from the store ever again! Bolognese was fantastic! Dessert was also wonderful! I highly recommend Chef Rakhi!
Booked the class A Taste of Italian Classics with Chef Janet in Chicago (Near West Side)
My sister and I had such a wonderful time in Janet’s cooking class! She was warm, knowledgeable, and made the experience both fun and approachable. We learned how to make a delicious bruschetta with olive tapenade, a perfectly cooked chicken marsala, and a silky panna cotta that was the perfect finish. Janet’s guidance made even the more intimidating steps feel easy, and we walked away with new skills—and full stomachs! Highly recommend her class to anyone looking for a hands-on and memorable culinary experience.
Booked the class Vegetarian Indian Classics with Chef Rakhi in Chicago (North Center)
We had a great time with Chef Rakhi! She did a great job teaching us the proper steps and techniques, and educating us about the dishes. It was a pleasure to cook in her beautiful kitchen and the food turned out delicious!
Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago
We had a lovely time learning from Chef Janet, would highly recommend!
Booked the class Beloved Bistro Meal with Chef Rakhi in Chicago (North Center)
She is patient and sweet.. Food was amazing!!
Booked the class Summer Grill Masterclass with Chef Eric in Chicago (Streeterville)
Overall great experience! The recipe was really delicious, better than I expected. The instructor made the ice cream and I was hoping that we’d learn that part - as I knew how to cook everything else. A good time nonetheless!
Booked the class Surf ‘n’ Turf - Date Night with Chef Eric in Chicago (Streeterville)
Class was fun and we made new friends. Would love to do this again
Booked the class Brasserie Selections with Chef Nancy in Skokie
Jen was awesome. Clear instructions, hands-on participation, all in a clean and beautiful kitchen. Bravo!
Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Forest Park
Chef Janet was wonderful! She came to our house for a for a family class in Dim Sum and we had a great time, especially our 6 year old granddaughter. We learned a lot and appreciate that she was willing to teach all of us. Looking forward to scheduling again!
Booked the class A Taste of Anglo-Indian Fare with Chef Rakhi in Chicago (North Center)
We LOVED Chef Rakhi's Anglo-Indian class! She is so kind and informative- very talented chef! She is so welcoming and her kitchen is beautiful. The class was very collaborative and fun! She shared so many helpful tips and tricks that we will be able to use while cooking! Highly recommend taking any of her classes!
Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Logan Square)
We had SO much fun with Janet! She taught us a lot, was really kind and had great convo, and the food was delicious! She also left us absolutely nothing to clean up afterwards. We would absolutely book again. It was a great choice for my husband’s bday.
Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (Edgewater)
Janet was a hoot. We had so much fun making dimsum and every dish was beyond delicious. I can't wait to whip out these recipes for my next dinner party!
Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago
Chef Janet was AWESOME! Booked her Dim Sum class for my 2 year anniversary. She comes with everything you could need (you need to supply nothing but a stove and microwave!) and then takes home all of the dirty pots and pans - no clean up was a lovely surprise. She is funny and great to talk to. Oh and most importantly, the food was delicious!
Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Logan Square)
Our time with Chef Janet was nothing short of wonderful. It was a delightful experience to cook, converse, and create a wonderful memory with her. She was also very accommodating regarding potential dietary restrictions and made to share lots of useful techniques that could be used in our own cooking ventures. Please do yourself a favor and take one of her classes! You won’t regret it!
Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (Portage Park)
All of the reviews say how great Chef Janet is…they are 100% correct. She makes the class such a nice experience. She was great with our kids and she was super patient.
Booked the class Traditional Italian Pasta Making with Chef Alex in Chicago (West Loop)
Alex was awesome! We did a couples class and learned how to make cacio e pepe. It was one of the best pasta dishes we've ever had! The recipe was super easy to follow, and he showed us many tips and tricks along the way. Alex was super easy to get along with and talk to, and he made the whole experience enjoyable. He really exceeded expectations, would highly recommend!
Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Lake View)
Chef Janet was great!
Booked the class Authentic Mexican with Chef Lawrencia in Chicago (Uptown)
We very much enjoyed our experience cooking with Chef Lawrencia! I was surprised at how many delicious dishes we were able to create together in such a short amount of time. Chef did an excellent job of either delegating tasks to us or walking us through them. We enjoyed a wonderful meal and even had leftovers for the next day!
Booked the class Wholesome and Hearty Mediterranean Meal with Chef Titik in Chicago (New City)
Had a great time!
Booked the class Journey to Spain with Chef David
Chef David was AWESOME!! We had such a great time. And David's sarcastic humor was top notch...and his cooking skills aren't bad either :-P Kidding...he was a great teacher, and very relaxed with so many things happening at once. Any level of cooking skill would do great in this class...and probably any class that is taught by David. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Booked the class Argentinian Steak Night with Chef Andy in Chicago (Lower West Side)
Chef Andy and his wife Emily were very lovely and generous for opening up their home! The Argentinian Steak night was unbelievable experience and the quality of food was top notch. Pair that with your own favorite red wine and you will have a night to remember! 5/5 recommend!
Booked the class Traditional Italian Pasta Making with Chef Alex in Chicago
Great class!
Booked the class Vegetarian Tex-Mex with Chef Rakhi in Chicago (North Center)
Chef Rakhi is personable, knowledgeable, and professional. Her house is beautiful and very welcoming. Chef Rakhi provided us with a fun evening and an incredible meal. We absolutely loved everything on the menu. Best of all, everyone in our group feels confident that we can recreate the meals in our own homes due to Chef Rakhi's excellent instructions and recipes.
Booked the class Classic Southern Staples with Chef Lawrencia in Chicago (Pilsen)
Very accessible recipes and delicious food. My husband already said he will be able to make the salmon croquettes again on his own!! Chef Lawrencia was really good at giving my husband and I different tasks and bouncing between our stations to keep us engaged and supervise the meal progression. We had a very nice evening.
Booked the class Traditional Italian Pasta Making with Chef Alex in Chicago (Streeterville)
We had an amazing experience with Chef Alex! he was well prepared, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained every step of the process and let us try it ourselves to help us learn hand on. Finally, and most importantly, the pasta was delicious. I would recommend him 100%.
Booked the class Argentinian Steak Night with Chef Andy in Chicago (Lower West Side)
Amazing food, great times. Highly recommend!
Booked the class Argentinian Steak Night with Chef Andy in Chicago (Lower West Side)
Chef Andy (and his lovely assistant) did a wonderful job making this experience special! I purchased this experience for my boyfriend, who loves to cook and has been talking about wanting to learn more techniques and tricks. We both had an amazing time learning about the history of the dishes we were preparing as well as the "science" behind cooking. Chef Andy and his assistant provided all the necessary utensils/tools needed to prepare the meal, and cleaned the kitchen once we were done with the experience! BONUS: we had more than enough for leftovers. I couldn't recommend this experience enough, and we'll definitely be booking with Chef Andy in the future!
Booked the class The Art of Gnocchi with Chef Paco in Chicago (West Ridge)
Chef Paco was great! He welcomed us into his home and expertly walked us through how to make delicious gnocchi. I got this as a gift for my girlfriend for Christmas and she loved it! We had never taken a cooking class before and this set the bar extremely high. Definitely going to take one of Chef Paco's other classes in the future!
Booked the class The Art of Gnocchi with Chef Paco in Chicago (West Ridge)
Great experience for me and my Mom. Chef Paco is very attentive, patient, and passionate about cooking. Very welcoming and generous host. the food was great!
Booked the class The Art of Gnocchi with Chef Paco in Chicago (West Ridge)
My family and I loved our class with Chef Paco. We had a group of 7. He came to our home with all of the necessary ingredients and extra equipment. He was engaging, fun, and an excellent cook. His recipes were fantastic and made their preparation so easy. I can't recommend his class enough. I will definitely book him again and recommend him to others. Thanks Chef Paco!
Booked the class The Art of Gnocchi with Chef Paco in Chicago (West Ridge)
We had a great time with Chef Paco. He hosted in his beautiful home and was instructive, fun, and down-to-earth. We had an amazing meal and can't wait to try and make it again on our own. Go Mustangs!
Booked the class Argentinian Steak Night with Chef Andy in Chicago (Lower West Side)
Chef Andy and his assistant were great!! We put music on and got to work. He was very informative while teaching us how to properly cut and cook and we had lots of fun! We loved the fun facts and overall vibe. We enjoyed a fresh and delicious dinner. Definitely recommend it!
Booked the class Mexican Kitchen with Chef Andy in Chicago (Lower West Side)
We hosted Chef Andy for a couples date and it was an amazing experience. Not only Chef Andy is extremely knowledgeable and help us demystify some recipes, he is also very comfortable by hosting his class and extremely fun. We learned and did the work, while still able to join a fun night among friends. We will definitely host Chef Andy more times.
Booked the class The Art of Gnocchi with Chef Paco in Chicago (West Ridge)
This review is a little late. I signed up for Chef Paco's class called, "The Art of Gnocchi" on July 15th with my father, stepmother and aunt. My father and aunt had milestone birthdays approaching that are 4 days apart, so this was a gift. The class was fantastic! Chef Paco was very friendly, professional and helpful with his instructions. He has a wonderful home and had nice music playing while we cooked (70's classic rock, a favorite in my family). And all of the food was fantastic, including the salad and dessert. We all had a great time. I would definitely sign up for another Cozy Meal class. Thank you again, Chef Paco!
Booked the class Argentinian Steak Night with Chef Andy in Chicago (Lower West Side)
Great personality and fun class to learn in. We cook steak and empanadas. Andy and his assistant also cleaned as we cooked so there was little to no mess after we enjoyed our meal. Good experience. I would highly recommend.
Booked the class Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch with Chef Paco in Chicago (West Ridge)
What an amazing time we had with Chef Paco! We seriously can't stop people how amazing it was. The food was excellent, and even though I was terrible with the dough, Chef Paco made the experience wonderful. 10 out of 10 would definitely recommend. Honestly can't wait to do it again.
Booked the class French Caribbean Feast with Chef Jane
She was amazing! I will definitely hire her again.
Booked the class The Art of Gnocchi with Chef Paco in Chicago (West Ridge)
Chef Paco was absolutely amazing! He was extremely knowledgeable and personable. He taught us how to make delicious food while providing a fun environment. The experience was top notch and it was a perfect date night or group activity.
Booked the class The Art of Gnocchi with Chef Paco in Chicago (West Ridge)
This class was absolutely wonderful! I cannot recommend it enough. The gnocchi was amazing and fun to make. Chef Paco was a blast and very informative. The class environment was more intimate than traditional cooking class settings. I got this class as a gift for my boyfriend Rudy and would 100% recommend!
Booked the class Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch with Chef Paco in Chicago (West Ridge)
Chef Paco was fantastic. Everything was neat and easy to follow. He did a great job explaining how to properly round out the dough. You can tell he had tremendous knowledge about the industry and the cuisine. The dessert was great too!
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