Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
Best Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago for your next culinary journey
Downtown Chicago is known for many things — its culture, music and of course, food. If you want to recreate some of these favorites in your own kitchen, join a cooking class in the area. You'll learn how to prepare amazing recipes in the comfort of your own home. Your dinner guests will appreciate the care and time you took to prepare the perfect meal. Expert chefs are looking forward to meeting you at a Downtown Chicago cooking class.
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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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Timeless Flavors of Italy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Transport your taste buds to Italy with recipes featuring signature regional flavors. In this interactive cooking class, you’ll explore staple ingredients in Italian cuisine while expanding your culinary skills. Elevate hearty pork chops with herby pesto and roast potatoes in duck fat and rosemary. You’ll...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Exploring Everyday Breads
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Upgrade your homemade bread with tips from an expert chef. This hands-on cooking class will elevate your bread-making with an in-depth look at the art of the loaf. Learn about the effects of yeast and proofing on the flavor and texture of your dough as you prepare classic white bread. You’ll work with different...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Tokyo Elegance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the allure of Japanese cuisine as you handcraft an elegant menu. In this interactive cooking class, an expert chef shares elevated techniques from Japanese cuisine. You’ll practice essential methods such as searing salmon and rolling sushi, then learn tips for elevating each dish with flavorful gourmet...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Gourmet Italian Sauces
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn tips for crafting classic sauces to enhance signature Italian dishes. This hands-on cooking class focuses on traditional sauces and dressings from Italian cuisine. Follow along with the chef as you create spicy tomato-based shrimp fra diavolo with linguine and dress Caprese salad with herby pesto vinaigrette....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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From Dough to Delicious Pizza
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Start with Caprese salad and craft pizzas with personalized toppings. In this cooking class, Chef Janet invites you to discover the secrets of authentic pizza-making. From dough preparation to topping selection, this culinary lesson covers every step to create the ultimate pizza experience.
Start with a refreshing...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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From Savory to Sweet Bakes
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn the basics of baking from savory breads to sweet desserts with gluten-free options available. This cooking class introduces you to the fundamentals of baking, with a focus on creating versatile and flavorful doughs. Chef Janet’s step-by-step guidance makes this session perfect for bakers of all skill...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Mom’s Favorite Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore techniques for making perfect macarons every time. In this 3-hour cooking class, you’ll learn the skills to make elegant, delicious macarons. Led by the chef tutor, you’ll master making macaron batters in two flavors — peach and champagne and chocolate créme brûlée, before piping,...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Tantalizing Thai
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a culinary journey to Thailand to craft classic dishes. You'll learn how to make authentic Thai dishes in this cooking class. A chef will teach you how to balance the flavors of Thai cuisine while also learning the time-honored cooking techniques. You'll learn how to make a classic pad Thai and fry shrimp until...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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An Evening in Paris - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take your date for a dinner in Paris in this cooking class. Transport your date to the cobbled streets of Paris by joining this date night an evening in Paris cooking class. You and your date will be joined by a top-rated chef who will guide you through the menu. Together, you'll create a luxurious meal of seared...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Romantic French Meal - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spoil your loved one with a romantic French meal. Whisk your loved one away to a romantic meal in Paris from the heart of your kitchen in this romantic French meal cooking class. In this hands-on class, you'll get to prepare an intimate meal together under the guidance of a gourmet chef. Start with searing scallops...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Craft tagliatelle or gnocchi pasta with a tomato basil sauce and finish with tiramisГ№. This cooking class is the perfect opportunity to learn the secrets of authentic Italian pasta-making. Chef Janet will teach you essential techniques for creating fresh, flavorful dishes with confidence.
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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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.