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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Decadent Scratch-Made Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unlock the secret to scratch-made chocolate desserts in this hands-on class. This cooking class is the perfect sweet solution for those in need of inspiration for their dinner party dessert. In it, you’ll learn to craft a trio of unbelievably decadent chocolate treats. You’ll do so under the guidance of a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Feast in Tuscany
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add traditional Tuscan recipes to your weekly routine. Led by a gourmet chef, this cooking class explores the flavors and aromas of classic Italian cuisine. Use fresh herbs and other authentic ingredients to prepare osso buco with a zesty gremolata. Next, make creamy Parmesan cheese polenta and roasted broccolini with...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Farm-to-Fork French
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Rustle up a rustic farm-to-table feast that's full of the flavors of France. This cooking class is perfect if you’re ready to level up your culinary game with French farm-to-table cooking. Under the guidance of an esteemed chef, you'll learn to prepare a menu of beautifully balanced dishes. Think grilled salmon...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Homestyle French Traditions
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Why visit your favorite bistro when you could cook your menu favorites at home? This cooking class allows you to pull back the curtain on France’s richest culinary traditions and add them to your own kitchen repertoire. With help from a renowned chef, you'll learn to cook a multi-course meal with confidence....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Spanish Bonanza
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master traditional techniques to prepare authentic Spanish recipes. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced home chef, this cooking class will bring confidence, creativity and flavor-filled recipes to your home kitchen. Join a world-class chef as you learn how to source, clean and prepare seafood for a classic...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Tasty Takeout Tips - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Bond over your shared love of Chinese takeout in this family-friendly cooking class. If you’re looking to bond with your family over your shared love of bold flavors, this takeout-themed cooking class might just be for you. In it, with the help of a master chef, you and your little chefs (aged seven and up) will...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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French Classics Masterclass
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn from an expert how to add traditional French cooking to your home table. This cooking class dares to challenge anyone who thinks that French cooking is beyond their skill set. Sign up and you’ll quickly benefit from the guidance of a renowned chef, getting hands-on with classic French dishes like salmon en...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Cool-Weather Comfort
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master baking techniques to prepare fall-inspired favorites. Indulge in the best of fall flavors by joining this fun and engaging cooking class. Working alongside a gourmet chef, you'll make caramel apple tartlets. Next, measure and mix ingredients for chocolate-cranberry brownies. Your final creation is maple pot de...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Dive Into Chocolate Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
If you like chocolate, you’ll absolutely love this dedicated-to-dessert culinary lesson. If dessert sometimes feels like an afterthought, this cooking class is sure to help turn your sweet treats into the highlight of your evening. In it, you’ll follow the lead of a renowned chef as they introduce you to the...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Italian Home Cooking Traditions
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Level up your home cooking with secrets straight from Italy’s traditional cookbook. If your culinary repertoire is lacking in the Italian department, this cooking class promises to change that. With a renowned chef showing you how, you’ll make fresh fettuccine carbonara, serving it alongside a lacinato salad with...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Pasta Perfection With Kitchen Help
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master scratch-made pasta with the help of culinary appliances. If you've ever wanted to boost your culinary skills, this cooking class is the perfect place to start. Join a gourmet chef who will share step-by-step instructions for mixing and shaping homemade pasta dough. You'll make pappardelle pasta and a hearty...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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No-Fuss French Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover just how achievable bistro-quality cooking can be. This cooking class is your all-access pass to learning the traditions of French cuisine. Led by an expert chef, you’ll get hands-on instruction as you create a meal worthy of any Parisian bistro. At the heart of the savory menu is a deliciously-juicy...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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