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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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 William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Cucina d’Amore - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the timeless allure of Italian cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class, you and your sweetheart will craft a luxurious dinner for two. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll learn how to form, roll and cut fresh fettuccine pasta finished with crispy pancetta, artichoke and a drizzle of truffle oil. Top your dish...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Favorite Indian Dishes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to cook mouthwatering Indian Cuisine. Discover how to prepare and cook delicious Indian dishes in the Favorite Indian Dishes cooking class. In this class, a professional chef will show you and teach you about all the ingredients and spices that make Indian cuisine so delicious and unique. Learn to prepare...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Classic Spanish Specialties
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate signature Spanish cuisine with a vibrant feast of regional favorites. This immersive cooking class explores Spain’s rich culture and time-honored culinary techniques with a menu of iconic dishes. An expert chef shares all the secrets to making authentic paella featuring tender chicken and spicy chorizo....
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Tantalizing Thai Kitchen - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Join your sweetheart for an exploration of Thai cuisine. This immersive cooking class whisks you away to Bangkok with signature flavors from the Thai kitchen. With tips from a world-class chef, you’ll learn to make iconic dishes from pad thai to panang curry with shrimp. The chef will show you how to perfectly steam...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Perfect Picnic Italian
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Be the star of your next picnic with a selection of Italian al fresco delights. Get ready for summer picnics, potlucks and open air meetups by mastering delicious recipes at this Italian-inspired cooking class. Led by the chef instructor, you’ll discover new favorites like spicy chicken diavola, grilled asparagus...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Father's Day
Classic Italian Trattoria - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the timeless charm of Italian cooking with this elegant gourmet menu. This hands-on cooking class invites you to elevate your culinary skills while enjoying upscale Italian fare for two. Join your sweetheart in the kitchen where you’ll form, cut and cook homemade fettuccine to serve with succulent steak...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Father's Day
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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Father's Day
Patisserie-Style Macarons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the simple secrets to making macarons from scratch. Get a dose of culinary inspiration at this macaron cooking class. Led by the chef tutor, you’ll discover a treat that not only looks beautiful and tastes delicious, but is the perfect conclusion to every meal. Start by whipping eggs to make a batter,...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Timeless Favorite Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Infuse flawless French macarons with tried-and-true flavors combinations. This hands-on cooking class takes the art of the macaron to the next level with indulgent flavor pairings. You’ll learn the essential methods for preparing classic macarons with tips from an expert chef, then enhance your batter with enticing...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Kids Cooking Series
Baking Focus: Kids Summer Series
$250
Cooking Class
$250
Give your family’s future foodies the chance to sharpen their baking skills. This four-day cooking class series is a hands-on dream come true for curious culinary kids. In it, they’ll learn from a renowned chef all about the essentials of baking, as well as kitchen safety and food preparation skills that are key...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Italian American Recipes - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Learn how to make some authentic Italian meals in this cooking class. Spend time with your family, making happy memories in the kitchen with this Italian American recipes family fun cooking class. Bring the whole family with you to the class led by a professional chef and learn how to cook an Italian American...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
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