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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Dive Into Chocolate Desserts

$89
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$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
4.4
42 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, Aug 31st at 10:00AM & other times
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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
4.8
60 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Mon, Sep 1st at 7:00PM & other times
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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
4.4
42 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, Aug 31st at 4:00PM & other times
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Bistro Secrets Unveiled

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unearth the tricks, tips and techniques to cook restaurant-grade French meals. Join this exclusive cooking class and learn to harness the essence of fine French cooking. You’ll do so under the guidance of a world-class chef, who’ll walk you step-by-step through a show-stopping fine French menu. Think succulent...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
60 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Tue, Sep 2nd at 4:00PM & other times
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The Art of Classic French Cooking

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Wow your friends and family with classic French cooking. Take a leaf out of the classic French cookbook when you sign up for this hands-on cooking class. In it, you’ll follow the lead of an esteemed chef with over a decade’s experience, learning how to rustle up French favorites like salmon en papillote, braised...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.4
42 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Mon, Sep 1st at 4:00PM & other times
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Italian Favorites: Pasta and Beyond

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Pull back the curtain on Italy’s most time-honored culinary traditions. Treat your friends and family to an authentic taste of Italy with help from this immersive and hands-on cooking class. You’ll quickly get to the heart of the country’s most revered culinary traditions, learning from a renowned chef how to...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.4
42 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Mon, Sep 1st at 7:00PM & other times
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Thailand’s Culinary Secrets

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Level up your home cooking with authentic Thai flavors. If you’re dreaming of Thailand’s most iconic flavors, instead of flying there, simply sign up to this hands-on Thai-inspired cooking class! Led by a renowned chef, this class promises to immerse you in the traditions of Thai cuisine. After learning the...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
60 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Tue, Sep 2nd at 7:00PM & other times
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A Bread Making Masterclass

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get set to add a trio of sweet and savory breads to your baking repertoire. This cooking class provides the chance to get to the heart of some of Europe’s most revered baking traditions. Following the guidance of a renowned chef, you’ll learn to bake a trio of delectable European breads. Think raspberry Danish...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
60 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Wed, Sep 3rd at 10:00AM & other times
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Mastering the Flavors of France

$89
Cooking Class
$89
This class promises to pull back the curtain on France’s time-honored culinary traditions. If you’ve always wanted to recreate your favorite bistro dishes at home, this French cooking class is sure to help you do it. In it, you’ll follow the lead of an esteemed chef with over a decade’s experience. With their...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.4
42 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Tue, Sep 2nd at 4:00PM & other times
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Dishes From the Tuscan Table

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Harness the timeless flavors of Tuscany in this immersive chef-led class. Take a trip to Tuscany without even packing a bag when you sign up to this dedicated cooking class. Led by a world-class chef, you’ll learn authentic recipes such as osso buco with herb gremolata, creamy Parmesan polenta and roasted broccolini...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
60 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Wed, Sep 3rd at 4:00PM & other times
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Hands-On Thai Cooking

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the secrets behind some of Thailand’s most iconic flavors. Bring the lively flavors of Thailand to your home table in this exciting and hands-on cooking class. Under the expert tutelage of a world-class chef, you'll quickly get to grips with the fundamentals of Thai gastronomy. On the menu? Everything you need...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.4
42 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Tue, Sep 2nd at 7:00PM & other times
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Tasty Spanish Celebrations

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Wow your celebration guests with an authentic taste of Spain. This cooking class is sure to help hosts bring the soul of Spanish cooking to their dinner party or celebration. Sign up and you’ll have the chance to learn from a renowned chef. They’ll show you how to master time-honored dishes from Spain, including a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
60 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Wed, Sep 3rd at 7:00PM & other times
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