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 Favorites Made Easy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make your own takeout favorites by attending this Chinese skills session. Enjoy an introduction to the fantastic flavors of Chinese cooking in this immersive cooking class. You’ll master various techniques and discover authentic Chinese cookery skills as you create a menu of hot and sour soup, light scallion...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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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Signature Portuguese Recipes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a vibrant menu featuring iconic Portuguese dishes. In this immersive cooking class, the chef introduces you to classic ingredients and regional techniques as you compose lively Portuguese recipes. Learn tips for preparing piri piri chicken and crispy potato croquettes. Feature local staples like olives and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Vegetarian Mediterranean Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover charming meat-free Greek recipes that are heavy on flavor. Add a touch of Mediterranean magic to your next lunch or supper with this practical cooking class celebrating meat-free Greek plates. Your professional chef tutor will take you through a complete menu, giving you hands-on tips as you make falafel,...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Romantic Tuscan Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate your romance with an elegant feast inspired by the signature flavors of Tuscany. This immersive cooking class will whisk you and your sweetheart away to the Tuscan countryside with classic flavors and elevated recipes. Follow along with the chef as you practice five-star techniques and traditional methods...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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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 shave...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Japanese Essentials - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spend the evening creating a five-star gourmet Japanese menu. Set up date night magic by treating your partner to this cooking class celebrating Japanese cuisine. A gourmet chef instructor will direct you and provide demonstrations as you create a range of popular Japanese dishes. From California rolls to light and...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Southern Fried Chicken Supper
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a fried chicken feast featuring delicious Southern traditions. If you've ever wanted to know the secrets for perfectly fried chicken, this hands-on cooking class is for you. The chef will teach you how to prepare crunchy, classic buttermilk fried chicken that’s golden and crisp on the outside and tender and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Southern Chicken Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make classic fried chicken with all the fixings. This hands-on cooking class covers the time-honored techniques behind traditional Southern staples. Follow along with an expert chef as you practice coating and frying chicken to crunchy, golden perfection. Braise greens with bacon and master the art of forming...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Hearty Inspiring Italian - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Treat your partner to a delicious, Tuscan-inspired gourmet steak meal. Whisk your partner away to a date night cooking class celebrating classic Tuscan ingredients and techniques. Led by an expert chef, you’ll work together to make crisp bruschetta topped with ricotta, pan-roasted steak with capers and from-scratch...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Seasonal Gourmet Supper - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate ingredients at their peak with this high-end seasonal menu. In this gourmet cooking class, you’ll learn secrets from fine dining kitchens while elevating your culinary skills. An expert chef demonstrates tips for pan-roasting herbed chicken and introducing textures with farro and snap peas. Enhance roasted...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Signature Cuban Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Delight in these flavor-packed recipes from the Cuban kitchen. In this immersive cooking class, you’ll explore iconic dishes from the heart of Cuba. Practice essential techniques like grilling pork with lime-marinated onions and frying crunchy tostones. You’ll brush up your knife skills to make a fresh, tropical...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
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