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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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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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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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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Homemade Pasta Methodology
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Discover the culinary magic of making your own homemade pasta and ravioli fillings from scratch. This insightful cooking class with Chef Janet is your guide to homemade ravioli prepared by hand. You'll create this timeless Italian dish surrounded by a selection of sides for a meal filled with exciting Old World...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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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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Fun Flavorful Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Draw flavor inspiration from these creative croissants. What flavor sensations will you create with the skills in this hands-on cooking class? The chef will teach you how to properly form classic croissant dough to infuse with sweet and savory additions. Practice working different ingredients into your treats by...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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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.