Beginner Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago

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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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Chicago Cooking Class: Explore the Spirit of the French Quarter Chicago Cooking Class: Explore the Spirit of the French Quarter 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Explore the Spirit of the French Quarter 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Explore the Spirit of the French Quarter 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Explore the Spirit of the French Quarter 5 slide
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Explore the Spirit of the French Quarter

$89
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$89
Master New Orleans-style techniques in this flavorful cooking experience. Celebrate the flavors of New Orleans in this hands-on cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Guided by Chef Shirley, you’ll learn to make a hearty shrimp étouffée, red beans with Cajun spices and andouille sausage and crispy hushpuppies...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
51 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Tue, Jul 28th at 7:00PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Secrets from the Patisserie Chicago Cooking Class: Secrets from the Patisserie 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Secrets from the Patisserie 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Secrets from the Patisserie 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Secrets from the Patisserie 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Secrets from the Patisserie 6 slide
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Secrets from the Patisserie

$99
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$99
Become a patisserie master at a session focussed on fresh French pastries. Discover the traditions of classic French patisserie at an interactive cooking class. The session is led by a patisserie pro so you’ll be able to pick up lots of expert tips as you prepare laminated dough and shape it to produce crisp...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
85 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sat, Jul 18th at 9:00AM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Festive Pizza Night - Family Fun Chicago Cooking Class: Festive Pizza Night - Family Fun 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Festive Pizza Night - Family Fun 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Festive Pizza Night - Family Fun 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Festive Pizza Night - Family Fun 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Festive Pizza Night - Family Fun 6 slide
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Festive Pizza Night - Family Fun

$79
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$79
Roll, stretch and top your way through this family pizza party class. Pizza night just got a whole lot more fun! Join this family-friendly cooking class in Chicago and make pizza from scratch together. With Chef Eric or a resident chef guiding the way, you'll make a sausage calzone, prepare a garden-style pizza and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
85 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sat, Jul 18th at 1:00PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Master Authentic Summer Tart Making Chicago Cooking Class: Master Authentic Summer Tart Making 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Master Authentic Summer Tart Making 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Master Authentic Summer Tart Making 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Master Authentic Summer Tart Making 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Master Authentic Summer Tart Making 6 slide
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Master Authentic Summer Tart Making

$109
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$109
Roll, fill and bake three stunning tarts from scratch in one class. Explore sweet and savory baking in this interactive cooking class in Chicago focused on seasonal tarts. With guidance from Chef Eric or a resident chef, you’ll make classic tart doughs and use them to prepare a fruit tart, an apricot almond...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
85 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sun, Jul 19th at 10:00AM
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Chicago Cooking Class: American Cupcakes - Family Fun Chicago Cooking Class: American Cupcakes - Family Fun 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: American Cupcakes - Family Fun 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: American Cupcakes - Family Fun 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: American Cupcakes - Family Fun 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: American Cupcakes - Family Fun 6 slide
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American Cupcakes - Family Fun

$79
Cooking Class
$79
Level up your family's cupcake game in true American style. If you and your little ones love nothing more than the smell of a freshly baked tray of cupcakes, why not take this cooking class and learn to level up your decorations? Together, you're sure to have a blast as you bond over the experience of learning...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
85 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sun, Jul 19th at 1:00PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Elevated and Authentic Chinese Dishes Chicago Cooking Class: Elevated and Authentic Chinese Dishes 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elevated and Authentic Chinese Dishes 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elevated and Authentic Chinese Dishes 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elevated and Authentic Chinese Dishes 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elevated and Authentic Chinese Dishes 6 slide
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Elevated and Authentic Chinese Dishes

$99
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$99
Create your favorite Chinese takeout dishes from scratch. In this immersive cooking class, learn how to make elevated versions of your favorite Chinese dishes. An expert chef will teach you the techniques and recipes to prepare authentic dishes. Learn how to give chicken the perfect crispy sear and master the art of...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
85 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Mon, Jul 20th at 7:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Magical Chocolate Creations Chicago Cooking Class: Magical Chocolate Creations 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Magical Chocolate Creations 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Magical Chocolate Creations 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Magical Chocolate Creations 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Magical Chocolate Creations 6 slide
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Magical Chocolate Creations

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Rich and delicious - unlock the secrets to working with chocolate in a fun class. Transform everyone’s favorite ingredient into an array of mouth-watering treats in a chocolate extravaganza cooking class. Led by an expert chocolatier you’ll learn the secrets to tempering chocolate, making salted caramel...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
85 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sun, Jul 26th at 10:00AM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Flavors That Capture the French Quarter Chicago Cooking Class: Flavors That Capture the French Quarter 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Flavors That Capture the French Quarter 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Flavors That Capture the French Quarter 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Flavors That Capture the French Quarter 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Flavors That Capture the French Quarter 6 slide
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Flavors That Capture the French Quarter

$99
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$99
Discover the festive magic of French Quarter cooking. Experience the taste of the French Quarter in this festive cooking class in Chicago. Led by Chef Eric or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare shrimp étouffée with a deep, savory roux, red beans with andouille sausage and crisp hushpuppies...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
85 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Tue, Jul 28th at 7:00PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Dice, Slice & Snack Chicago Cooking Class: Dice, Slice & Snack 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dice, Slice & Snack 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dice, Slice & Snack 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dice, Slice & Snack 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dice, Slice & Snack 6 slide
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Dice, Slice & Snack

$105
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$105
Learn the essential knife techniques while chopping up tasty snacks! Elevate the proper use of knives at home in this fun cooking class with Chef Andy. Discover tips for knife care and handling and learn the difference between chef's knives and pairing knives as you slice and dice through this session. Cut your way...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
382 Reviews
Chicago (Lower West Side)
Next Date: Thu, Apr 30th at 6:30PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Bistro Bites Chicago Cooking Class: Bistro Bites 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Bistro Bites 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Bistro Bites 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Bistro Bites 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Bistro Bites 6 slide
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Bistro Bites

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Bring a little Parisian panache to your home dining line-up with these bistro-ready recipes. This interactive cooking class with Chef Rakhi is a surefire way to add a touch of authentic European style to your culinary collection. You'll learn to prepare a menu filled with gourmet morsels from the most essential bistro...
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Chef Rakhi
4.9
56 Reviews
Chicago (North Center)
Next Date: Wed, Apr 22nd at 6:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi 6 slide
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Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi

$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn to roll plant-based sushi in this fun, hands-on cooking class. In this cooking class, you will learn how to create vibrant plant-based sushi from scratch using clever ingredient swaps and simple techniques. With guidance from Chef Natalie, you will build confidence with knife skills, prep ingredients and roll...
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Chef Nathalie
5.0
1 Review
Chicago
Next Date: Thu, Jun 4th at 5:30PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Craft Viral Dubai Chocolate Bars Chicago Cooking Class: Craft Viral Dubai Chocolate Bars 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Craft Viral Dubai Chocolate Bars 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Craft Viral Dubai Chocolate Bars 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Craft Viral Dubai Chocolate Bars 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Craft Viral Dubai Chocolate Bars 6 slide
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Pop-up Class
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Craft Viral Dubai Chocolate Bars

$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn to craft viral chocolate bars in this fun hands-on cooking class. In this cooking class, you will learn how to create rich, glossy chocolate bars from scratch using simple techniques that feel almost too easy. With Chef Natalie guiding you step by step, you will melt, mold and customize your own creations while...
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Chef Nathalie
5.0
1 Review
Chicago
Next Date: Thu, Jun 18th at 5:30PM & other times
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