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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Chicago Cooking Class: The Best Crab Cakes 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: The Best Crab Cakes 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: The Best Crab Cakes 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: The Best Crab Cakes 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: The Best Crab Cakes 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: The Best Crab Cakes 6 slide
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The Best Crab Cakes

$89
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$89
You’ll be transported straight to the beach with this crab cake making experience. Dive right into the best crab cakes ever with this seafood cooking class based on New England flavors. Following the instructions of a chef tutor, you’ll sidestep through crafting the perfect crab cake, from preparing shellfish to...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Wed, May 15th at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 6 slide
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Tantalizing Thai

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a culinary journey to Thailand to craft classic dishes. You'll learn how to make authentic Thai dishes in this cooking class. A chef will teach you how to balance the flavors of Thai cuisine while also learning the time-honored cooking techniques. You'll learn how to make a classic pad Thai and fry shrimp until...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
35 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Wed, May 15th at 7:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Tasty Thai Essentials 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tasty Thai Essentials 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tasty Thai Essentials 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tasty Thai Essentials 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tasty Thai Essentials 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tasty Thai Essentials 6 slide
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Tasty Thai Essentials

$89
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$89
Recreate Thai dishes at home with this informative cooking class. Take your tastebuds on a tour through the unique flavors of Thailand with this enlightening cooking class. Join an experienced chef instructor to be taken step-by-step through some classics of Thai cuisine, from crispy fried shrimp and delicately spiced...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Wed, May 15th at 7:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Favorites 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Favorites 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Favorites 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Favorites 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Favorites 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Favorites 6 slide
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Chinese Favorites

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to craft your favorite Chinese dishes with authentic recipes. Explore Chinese cuisine in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make your favorite dishes by using fresh ingredients and aromatic herbs. Learn the recipe for making hot and sour soup and the technique for crafting...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
35 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Thu, May 16th at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 6 slide
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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
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Thu, May 16th at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Macarons 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Macarons 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Macarons 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Macarons 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Macarons 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Macarons 6 slide
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Springtime Macarons

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft beautiful and delicious macarons inspired by springtime. You'll learn how to make macarons from scratch in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make flower-shaped macrons with springtime flavors. You'll make lemon and white chocolate and strawberry macarons by whipping up a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
35 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Fri, May 17th at 9:00AM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 6 slide
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Elegant Flower Macarons

$89
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$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
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Fri, May 17th at 9:00AM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Dinner in Sicily 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dinner in Sicily 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dinner in Sicily 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dinner in Sicily 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dinner in Sicily 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dinner in Sicily 6 slide
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Dinner in Sicily

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn techniques straight from Sicily to craft a savory meal. You'll feel transported to Italy in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make a savory chicken piccata using an authentic recipe. Plus, learn how to work with truffles to create an asparagus side. Plus, practice your dessert...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
35 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sun, May 19th at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Chicken Dinner Sicilian Style 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chicken Dinner Sicilian Style 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chicken Dinner Sicilian Style 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chicken Dinner Sicilian Style 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chicken Dinner Sicilian Style 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Chicken Dinner Sicilian Style 6 slide
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Chicken Dinner Sicilian Style

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Impress your friends and family with this Italian inspired feast. Infuse your next dinner party with a taste of Sicilian sunshine thanks to this engaging cooking class. Working alongside a pro chef, you’ll produce a whole menu of Italian classics, beginning with Chicken Piccata served with asparagus, truffles and...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, May 19th at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills 6 slide
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Knife Skills

$59
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$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
4.9
35 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Thu, May 23rd at 10:00AM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills Fundamentals 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills Fundamentals 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills Fundamentals 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills Fundamentals 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills Fundamentals 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Knife Skills Fundamentals 6 slide
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Knife Skills Fundamentals

$59
Cooking Class
$59
Elevate your cooking with a session dedicated to knife skills. Building fundamental kitchen skills is a great way to develop your cooking confidence, and that’s exactly what you’ll do in this practical cooking class devoted to knife expertise. Led by a pro chef, you’ll learn the techniques, and get some tricks...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Tue, May 21st at 4:00PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 6 slide
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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
4.9
35 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Thu, May 23rd at 10:00AM & other times
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