Beginner Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
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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CHEF’S PLACE
Autumn-Inspired French Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
This autumn make some classic French treats from scratch Learn a new skill in this 3-hour autumn-inspired French macaron cooking class. During this interactive class, a five-star chef will guide you through the process of making two types of macarons: pecan pie and a cozy gingersnap with pumpkin-brandy buttercream. By...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Cooking Indian Recipes Together
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy vibrant flavors in this engaging Indian cooking class. Discover the vibrant flavors of India in this interactive cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). You’ll create chicken tikka masala paired with fluffy basmati rice, roast eggplant with coriander and ginger and prepare warm scallion naan by hand. For a...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Flavorful Autumn Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
This autumn learn how to make some classic French pastries. In this flavorful autumn macaron cooking class, a top-rated chef will teach you the art of making these fine French pastries from scratch. In this exciting class, you will learn how to mix the perfect batter, pipe the shells and mix up some delicious filling...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Middle Eastern Feast
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to handcraft your favorite Middle Eastern recipes in this hands-on experience. Make culinary magic in this interactive cooking class with Chef David where you'll practice knife skills while transforming fresh ingredients into flavorful Middle Eastern dishes that are ideal for sharing with family and...
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Verified Chef
Chef David
Serving the Chicago area
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Thanksgiving
Classic Steakhouse Dinner
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Bring the classic steakhouse experience to your own kitchen with Chef David. In this interactive cooking class, you'll craft a hearty steakhouse dinner with classic sides and dessert with guidance from Chef David. From achieving the perfect sear on your steak to baking a luscious chocolate treat, you'll learn...
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Verified Chef
Chef David
Serving the Chicago area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Holiday Baking Classics From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy festive flavors with holiday baking traditions. Celebrate the flavors of the season in this holiday baking class in Skokie (Chicago). Learn how to make chewy ginger molasses cookies, soft Parker House rolls and a pumpkin roulade filled with zesty ginger-orange buttercream. Chef William or one of the talented...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Simple Indian Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate bold spices and authentic Indian flavors. Discover the vibrant flavors of India in this interactive cooking class in Chicago. You’ll create chicken tikka masala paired with fluffy basmati rice, roast eggplant with coriander and ginger and prepare warm scallion naan by hand. For a refreshing finish, Chef...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Simple Holiday Baking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the joy of holiday baking in this cheerful class. Celebrate the flavors of the season in this holiday baking class in Chicago. Learn how to make chewy ginger molasses cookies, soft Parker House rolls and a pumpkin roulade filled with zesty ginger-orange buttercream. Chef Eric or one of the talented resident...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Holiday
Elegant French Pastry Creations For Fall
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn from pastry experts on how to make the best French pastry creations. Step into the kitchen to learn how to make new treats with this elegant French pastry creation cooking class. Learn from an expert chef the laminating process for creating flaky, buttery layers. Then you can try your hand at filling the dough...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Holiday
Fabulous Fall French Pastries
$89
Cooking Class
$89
This fall make some French pastries in a fun cooking class Join a gourmet chef in this 3-hour fabulous fall French pastries cooking class where you will learn how to nail baking skills like making a laminated dough. Once your dough is made, you'll whip up some filling like apples for turnovers and cut it up for a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Holiday
Buttery Bliss: Irresistible Croissant Creations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn from an expert pastry chef on how to make the best croissants. If you want to make the best croissants, join an expert chef in this flaky and irresistible croissant cooking class. By the end of the class, you will know how to make two different croissants from scratch. Learn the secrets of creating the flakiest...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE
Thanksgiving
Fresh Ravioli Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make a stuffed pasta dish in this cooking class Up your skills in the kitchen by joining this fresh ravioli meal cooking class. A gourmet chef will show you how to make two types of stuffed pasta: butternut squash with a rich cider cream sauce and a delicious three cheese with pancetta and tangy tomato...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.