Chicago (West Town)
5.0
(220 reviews)

Chef Paco

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Chef Paco
Verified Chef
Food Safety Certified
220 Reviews
Chef Paco has been honing his culinary skills in the kitchens of many iconic Chicago restaurants as well as using his creative talents working for two of Chicago's most prominent catering companies. Chef Paco’s upscale restaurant and catering experiences paired with his international work experiences in Italy, Mexico, and Romania are all woven together in his incredible cooking classes that you won’t want to miss!
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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Paco

Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch
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Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch

$95
Cooking Class
$95
Treat yourself to the familiar yet elevated flavors of handmade Neapolitan pizza. When made by hand, the humble pizza takes on an entirely new level of flavor and elegance. In this interactive class with Chef Paco, you'll explore pizza-making techniques, including kneading the dough to a perfect consistency, baking it...
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
Next Date: Fri, Jun 2nd at 6:00PM & other times
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Ravioli Techniques Ravioli Techniques Ravioli Techniques Ravioli Techniques Ravioli Techniques Ravioli Techniques
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Ravioli Techniques

$105
Cooking Class
$105
Create homemade ravioli pasta and two different fillings and sauces completely from scratch. Join Chef Paco for an interactive cooking experience on using classic methods and techniques to make fresh ravioli, a smoky salad and a truly decadent chocolate dessert. This class begins with charring radicchio and roasting...
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
Next Date: Wed, Jun 7th at 6:00PM & other times
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Spicy Latin Fare Spicy Latin Fare Spicy Latin Fare Spicy Latin Fare Spicy Latin Fare Spicy Latin Fare
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Spicy Latin Fare

$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn all about Latin cuisine in this cooking class full of energy with Chef Paco. Join Chef Paco for an interactive cooking class where you'll handcraft three courses that feature classic Latin flavors and techniques that include citrus juice-curing seafood and perfectly grilling a steak. You'll be introduced to se...
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
Next Date: Thu, Jun 8th at 6:00PM & other times
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A Guide to Seasonal Grilling A Guide to Seasonal Grilling A Guide to Seasonal Grilling A Guide to Seasonal Grilling A Guide to Seasonal Grilling A Guide to Seasonal Grilling
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A Guide to Seasonal Grilling

$125
Cooking Class
$125
Boost your grilling know-how in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Paco. Join Chef Paco in this seasonal grilling class where you'll learn smart cooking techniques such as how to hold proper temperatures and how not to overcook your seafood. Start off with a grilled salad featuring Granny Smith apples and fennel...
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
Next Date: Fri, Jun 9th at 6:00PM & other times
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The Art of Gnocchi The Art of Gnocchi The Art of Gnocchi The Art of Gnocchi The Art of Gnocchi The Art of Gnocchi
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The Art of Gnocchi

$95
Cooking Class
$95
Join Chef Paco as he showcases the perfect way to make gnocchi from scratch. In this hands-on pasta-making cooking class, you'll learn how to make homemade gnocchi pasta dough using just a few high-quality ingredients as well as classic sauces to pair with them. After charring radicchio for an arugula and Parmesan s...
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
Next Date: Mon, Jun 12th at 5:00PM & other times
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Surf and Turf Surprise Proposal Surf and Turf Surprise Proposal Surf and Turf Surprise Proposal Surf and Turf Surprise Proposal Surf and Turf Surprise Proposal Surf and Turf Surprise Proposal
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Surf and Turf Surprise Proposal

$149
Cooking Class
$149
Propose to your significant other during this fun and romantic cooking class with Chef Paco! In this hands-on class with Chef Paco, you and your significant other will prepare a gourmet, multi-course surf and dinner to set the scene for the perfect surprise proposal complete with flowers, a hidden camera, and a "She/He...
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
Next Date: Tue, Jun 20th at 6:00PM & other times
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Pasta Rolled by Hand Pasta Rolled by Hand Pasta Rolled by Hand Pasta Rolled by Hand Pasta Rolled by Hand Pasta Rolled by Hand
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Pasta Rolled by Hand

$105
Cooking Class
$105
Enjoy the classic, time-honored methods of pasta making with Chef Paco. There's nothing quite like the rustic taste of pasta made completely from scratch. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Paco will teach you two ways to make Italian pasta using a variety of ingredients. After building a crisp seasonal salad, you...
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
Next Date: Tue, Jun 20th at 6:00PM & other times
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Rustic Italian Favorites Rustic Italian Favorites Rustic Italian Favorites Rustic Italian Favorites Rustic Italian Favorites Rustic Italian Favorites
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Rustic Italian Favorites

$109
Cooking Class
$109
Italian coastal fare comes to life in this cooking class with Chef Paco. Learn how to craft rustic Italian favorites under the guidance of Chef Paco. Savor the flavors of farm-fresh ingredients and watch as the flames come alive atop a homemade linguine with vodka sauce. First, learn how to prepare a polenta cake ga...
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
Next Date: Tue, Jun 20th at 6:00PM & other times
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Team Building Activities WITH Chef Paco

Southeastern American Fare Southeastern American Fare Southeastern American Fare Southeastern American Fare Southeastern American Fare Southeastern American Fare
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Southeastern American Fare

$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Journey from Louisiana to Florida and discover Southeastern American Gulf Coast fare with your team. In this hands-on team building class with Chef Paco, you will learn how to prepare a three-course menu featuring both classic and contemporary Southeastern American fares. Some of the skills and recipes you and your...
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Tue, Jun 20th at 6:00PM & other times
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Northern Italian Handmade Pasta Northern Italian Handmade Pasta Northern Italian Handmade Pasta Northern Italian Handmade Pasta Northern Italian Handmade Pasta Northern Italian Handmade Pasta
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Northern Italian Handmade Pasta

$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Journey to the Italian Riviera with your team and learn the secrets to handmade pasta. In this hands-on team building class with Chef Paco, you and your colleagues will learn how to prepare a four-course menu featuring two handmade pasta dishes founded on northern Italian traditions and ingredients. After beginning...
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Tue, Jun 20th at 6:00PM & other times
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Cook-Off Competition Cook-Off Competition Cook-Off Competition Cook-Off Competition Cook-Off Competition Cook-Off Competition
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Cook-Off Competition

$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Get ready to challenge your culinary skills and your team, and create gold medal-worthy dishes! In this hands-on team building class with Chef Paco, you and your team will face off in a cooking competition comprised of three rounds. After each round, the judges will crown the creators of the best dishes victorious....
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Chef Paco
5.0
220 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Tue, Jun 20th at 6:00PM & other times
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Chef Paco's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 220 reviews

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Christie S.

Christie

05/27/23
Amazing experience! Chef Paco was incredibly welcoming, patient, and knowledgeable. He provided a fun atmosphere to learn in and I look forward to booking again!
05/27/23
Kimberly D.

Kimberly

05/25/23
Chef Paco was a great host! I took my boyfriend to this class for his birthday and Chef Paco made it engaging and fun. He was personable and encouraging. I would recommend it to anyone!
05/25/23
Sean K.

Sean

05/24/23
We had a great time at the pasta-making class! Chef Paco was very insightful in pasta making and it was great that we could make two dishes, from making the pasta to cooking the dish to plating it. Highly recommend.
05/24/23