Beginner Cooking Classes in Chicago
Novice cooks have nothing to fear with beginner cooking classes in Chicago. Now you can learn all the basics culinary skills you need to succeed in an informative and entertaining environment. Expert chefs are ready to show you the techniques in preparing outstanding meals in a variety of cuisines. Learn about knife skills, culinary language, seasoning and spices, proper ways to cook meat, pasta and more, even how to prepare a delectable dessert. Come a beginner, leave a professional.
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Spring Seasonal Brunch
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get ready for a Spring brunch by taking this cooking class. Prepare for your upcoming brunches this Spring by taking a Spring seasonal brunch cooking class. Follow the steps from a top-rated chef on making roasted asparagus salad with thyme vinaigrette and prosciutto crisps. Pair your Spring brunch with a unique...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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French Macaron Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make delicate French macarons in a one-of-a-kind course. Discover the sweet world of macarons in an unforgettable cooking class. Learn to make delicate pastry shells sandwiched together with cream under the instruction of a five-star pastry chef. Master new skills in the kitchen while making espresso macarons...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CafГ© Classics Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Infuse elegant French macarons with signature coffee shop flavors. In this immersive cooking class, you'll make picture-perfect macarons that taste like your favorite latte. The chef will walk you through the fundamentals of making traditional macarons from building the batter to piping your shells. You'll prepare two...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Vegetarian Indian Classics
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover authentic Indian dishes to add to your line-up of vegetarian recipes. Indulge in your favorite Indian dishes in this vegetarian cooking class. Whatever your skill level, Chef Rakhi will teach you how to cook traditional meals with unique spices and aromas you’ll love to recreate at home.
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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French-Inspired Menu
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Bring distinctive French flair to your culinary repertoire. Join this cooking class to discover authentic French recipes and traditional techniques for creating a menu worthy of a Paris bistro. Chef David is ready to help you explore the art of preparing a classic coq au vin. You'll develop the skills to prep, combine...
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Chef David
Chicago (West Ridge)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
A Taste of Italian Classics
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Master sautГ©ing, pan-sauce creation and assembling authentic Italian desserts. Discover the flavors of Italy in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet. Perfect for food enthusiasts, this class highlights essential techniques for crafting authentic Italian dishes.
Begin with bruschetta topped with tomatoes...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Staples of Italy From-Scratch
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Create risotto, Chicken Marsala and tiramisù - a trio of Italian best. This cooking class offers an in-depth exploration of Italy’s culinary treasures. Chef Andy will guide you through a three-course menu, teaching traditional techniques that celebrate the essence of Italian cooking.
Start with a vibrant...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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The Worldwide Bakery
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how bread takes shape in cultures from around the world. Add global excitement to your baking collection with a cooking class featuring some of the world's best breads. With a menu that includes Irish soda bread flavored with Cheddar cheese and spring onions, fresh focaccia adorned with rosemary and roasted...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Quick and Easy Tacos
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spice up Taco Tuesdays by making your own tacos from scratch. Master a street food staple at this taco cooking class bursting with Mexican flavor. Led by the chef tutor, you’ll learn the secrets to pressing and cooking your own tortillas before creating a range of traditional fillings including pork al pastor...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Essential Dim Sum
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Explore an incredible array of Asian dishes prepared with a hearty helping of tradition. The time-honored traditions of dim sum comes to your home kitchen in this interactive cooking class with Chef Janet. She'll teach you how to create your own classic spread brimming with fresh flavor.
Begin by creating shrimp...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Fanciful French Pastries
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Refine your home baking options with these easy-to-make classics. If French baking is on your culinary bucket list, this hands-on pastry cooking class is a must. You'll work with a highly-rated local chef while learning the finer points of patisserie baking, with creations like berry-filled mini pavlovas, cheddar...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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The Art of Comforting Baking
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn dough-making techniques to create scones, bread and cinnamon rolls. This cooking class invites you to explore the art of baking, focusing on versatile dough-making techniques. Chef Andy will guide you through creating a selection of savory and sweet baked goods from scratch.
Begin by preparing buttery, flaky...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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