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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Chinese Takeout Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Put your own spin on classic Chinese fare in this insightful class. Embark on a culinary journey through the bold tastes of China with this informative and engaging cooking class. Led by a pro chef, you’ll uncover some of the tips and techniques used in Chinese cookery and use them to create some quintessential...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Knife Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Learn fundamental knife handling methods and techniques in this knife skills cooking class. Knowing how to handle the knife will help you immensely in whipping out great dishes born from fine cuts and techniques. When you get hands-on practice in handling various knives and learning different cutting, slicing and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Elegant Flower Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a spring inspired macaron masterclass. Let your inner pâtissière bloom with this 3-hour cooking class focused on beautiful flower macarons. Following the chef instructor you’ll discover the secrets to the perfect macaron, from making the batter and piping graceful floral shapes to...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Mastering Knife Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Learn how to master this essential kitchen skill with the help of a professional. You'll be chopping like a professional chef after this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you a cooking foundation through proper knife skills. You'll learn how to chop, slice, dice and julienne, as well as how to hold...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Favorites for the Summer Cookout
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your favorite dishes for cookouts all summer long. You'll be the new cookout master after this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you recipes to elevate cookout classics like coleslaw and potato salad. Plus, you'll learn how to make a homemade glaze for ribs that will have everyone coming...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Grilling Essentials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take your grilling to the next level and get ready for summer. Master the art of perfect grilling with this cooking class and have your friends over for a feast they’ll never forget. The class kicks off with the best way to cook and glaze ribs, a grill staple, before moving on to the classic side dishes that really...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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From the New England Coast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a culinary trip to the New England coast. Explore the flavors of coastal New England in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make traditional crab cakes from scratch. You'll learn the proper way to handle shellfish and techniques to pan-fry it until golden brown. Plus, pair a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Donuts From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Save yourself a trip to the donut shop with this exciting baking session. Donut fans will swoon for this super-sweet hands-on cooking class commemorating a true American original. You'll have guidance from a top-level local chef as you learn to make your own dough and turn it into classic donuts with fresh fillings...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Classic Donuts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Relive your childhood love as you cook up a delectable bunch of donuts. Prepare for a donut extravaganza in this Classic Donut-special cooking class! Join the class for a hands-on experience as you delve into creating sweet treats with professional guidance from the expert instructor. From Classic Glazed Donuts to...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Italian American Celebration - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Bring your culinary crew to the kitchen for a family-friendly lesson in Italian cooking. Share a session with your youngest helpers in a hands-on cooking class that helps bring classic Old World flavor to your home table. You and your family will enjoy an easy-going session with a top-shelf local chef while learning...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Italian American Recipes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Whip up healthy comfort-food for a fun day out with your family. Give your children a peek at other cultures as you try out delicious Italian American treats in a family-friendly cooking class. Let your kids join in as you bring together the dough for Fettucine Alfredo and cook parmesan-dunked chicken with a generous...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Restaurant-Style Dim Sum
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Classic Chinese flavors merge to become a spread you won't want to miss. Lovers of Chinese cuisine will adore this hands-on cooking class centered on the traditions of dim sum. Learn to make fresh dough for hand-crafted dumplings and prepare sweet and savory elements to fill them with. You'll follow traditional...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
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