Chicago (West Ridge)
5.0
(87 reviews)

Chef David

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Chef David
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87 Reviews
Chef David has spent the past five years working as a culinary instructor at one of Chicago’s premier cooking schools where he teaches hands-on cooking classes covering topics from the building blocks of cooking to intensive boot camp-style classes. Chef David also has experience as a private chef and has spent time working in the kitchen of one of Chicago’s most famous restaurants under a James Beard award-winning chef.
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Learn to Create Chocolate Desserts

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create beautiful, indulgent treats with chocolate as your star ingredient. In this decadent cooking class in Chicago, Chef Eric or one of the talented resident chefs will guide you in making rich espresso-infused chocolate truffles, honeycomb dipped in smooth dark chocolate and a show-stopping chocolate soufflé. This...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
67 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Wed, Sep 17th at 10:00AM & other times
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Chocolate Desserts With Easy Instructions

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Craft delicious memories in a chocolate-focused dessert session. Indulge in all things chocolate during this hands-on dessert class in Naperville. With help from Chef Jesse or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll whip up silky chocolate espresso amaretto truffles, coat crispy honeycomb in chocolate and bake...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
56 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Wed, Sep 17th at 10:00AM & 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
4.3
44 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Wed, Sep 17th at 4:00PM & other times
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Unforgettable Hibachi Dinner

$60 each
Hibachi Catering
$60
Relish the authenticity of Japanese hibachi grill. Explore the wonders of hibachi cooking with Chef Josh in this private chef meal. Chef Josh will set up his hibachi grill to prepare an enticing selection of proteins, from strip steak to seafood and vegetarian options. Enjoy the interactive and mouthwatering...
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Chef Josh or Local Hibachi Chef
4.9
8 Reviews
Serving the Chicago area
Next Date: Fri, Sep 19th & other times
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French Specialty Delights

$129 each
Private Chef Meal
$129
Experience the luxurious flavors of French cuisine prepared by a top-rated chef. Elevate your next special occasion with a private chef meal. Indulge in the unmatched flavors of a three-course menu featuring French cuisine. Relax and let the private chef handle all the hassle including preparation, plating and...
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Chef Oumar
5.0
3 Reviews
Serving the Chicago area
Next Date: Fri, Sep 19th & other times
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Ultimate Gourmet Dinner

$250 each / 7 Courses
Private Chef Meal
$250 / 7 Courses
Savor an incredible seven-course feast created expressly for your enjoyment. This luxury private chef meal is a platinum-level dining moment that's sure to dazzle you and your guests. Let top-rated Chef Andy immerse your senses in a one-of-a-kind epicurean banquet featuring seven sumptuous courses crafted by...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
372 Reviews
Serving the Chicago area
Next Date: Tue, Oct 7th & other times
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Chicago’s Signature Bites

$125
Food Tour + Drink Upgrade
$125
From deep-dish pizza to handcrafted cocktails, experience Chicago’s culinary scene in full flavor. Elevate your Chicago food tour with a carefully crafted drink upgrade designed to enhance every bite. These local libations bring a fresh dimension to the city’s iconic flavors and vibrant culinary culture. Sip on...
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Guide Shawn or Local Guide
5.0
17 Reviews
Chicago
Next Date: Thu, Sep 18th at 3:30PM & other times
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Discover Historic Chicago

$79
Food Tour
$79
Travel through the historic city and indulge in delicious, iconic meals. Experience Chicago’s vibrant culture and culinary heritage on this food tour that celebrates iconic architecture and classic local flavors. From the grand Harold Washington Library to beloved neighborhood eats, dive into the city’s rich...
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Guide Shawn or Local Guide
5.0
17 Reviews
Chicago (Chicago Loop)
Next Date: Thu, Sep 18th at 3:30PM & other times
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Weekend Food Tour

Essential Chicago Eats

$79
Weekend Food Tour
$79
Journey through historic Chicago on this weekend food tour, enjoying the best bites along the way. Spend the weekend sampling Chicago’s signature dishes on a weekend food tour blending history, architecture and cuisine. Explore the city’s famous landmarks while indulging in its culinary treasures. Treat your...
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Guide Shawn or Local Guide
5.0
17 Reviews
Chicago (Chicago Loop)
Next Date: Sat, Sep 20th at 1:30PM & other times
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Classic Sushi 101

$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Learn authentic techniques for creating your own sushi specialties with your team. Let Chef Alejandro demonstrate his modern methods for preparing sushi with artful culinary flair in this hands-on team building class. You'll get the inside scoop on his creative process, a fusion of traditional recipes and contemporary...
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Chef Alejandro
5.0
24 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Tue, Sep 23rd at 6:00PM & other times
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Classic Latin-Inspired Tacos

$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Take your team out of their comfort zone with this culinary team-focused experience. Join Chef Andy for this team building cooking class where your crew will gather outside of the office and collaborate on handcrafting a three-course menus with tacos as the featured dish. After enjoying elote cups with warm queso,...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
372 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Tue, Oct 7th at 6:30PM & other times
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Making Pizza by Hand

$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Come together with your team to prepare artisan pizza completely from scratch. Eaten throughout the world, pizza enjoys a level of popularity rivaled by few foods. Despite its ubiquity, however, pizza made entirely from scratch remains a rare treat for most people. In this team building cooking class, Chef Andy...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
372 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Tue, Oct 7th at 6:30PM & other times
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A Vegan African Feast

$29/Person
Online Cooking Class
$29/Person
Discover vegan African cuisine with Chef Angela-Michelle through authentic spices and traditional techniques. Chef Angela-Michelle takes you on an African journey in this live and interactive online cooking class. You’ll learn how to use traditional herbs and spices to bring out the flavor and fragrance of East...
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Chef Angela-Michelle
4.9
458 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Wed, Sep 17th, 6:00pm PT/9:00pm ET & other times
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Culinary Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month

$29/Person
Online Cooking Class
$29/Person
Commemorate the flavors of a diverse culture by preparing a traditional meal using authentic ingredients. Hispanic Heritage Month comes alive in the form of a delicious feast in this interactive online cooking class with Chef Vivian and Michi. Using a variety of fresh meats, vegetables and seasonings, you'll create a...
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Chef Vivian and Michi
4.9
473 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Thu, Sep 18th, 6:00pm PT/9:00pm ET
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Hawaiian-Style Luau Party

$39/Person
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Get ready to experience bright Hawaiian flavors and recipes. Take a culinary cruise to the Hawaiian Islands with Chef Stacy in this Polynesian-inspired online cooking class. Chef Stacy will teach you how to concoct a fun, festive and tropical-themed menu. Get the party started with a classic and creamy piña...
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Chef Stacy D.
4.9
251 Reviews
Hosted Online
Next Date: Fri, Sep 19th, 11:00am PT/2:00pm ET & other times
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Cooking Classes WITH Chef David THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Dinner Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Dinner 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Dinner 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Dinner 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Dinner 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Steakhouse Dinner 6 slide
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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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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Fundamental Kitchen Skills and Techniques

$85
Cooking Class
$85
Build confidence in the kitchen while sharpening your knife skills with Chef David. In this hands-on cooking class focused on honing your fundamental cooking skills, Chef David will guide you through practicing basic knife cuts and techniques that will help you prepare meals with efficiency and ease. Master culinary...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout Favorites 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

$95
Cooking Class
$95
Enjoy favorite Chinese takeout dishes at home without the delivery fee. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef David will teach you how to recreate beloved Chinese takeout recipes in your own kitchen. Learn how to make savory sauces, crispy dumplings and hearty fried rice from start to finish while practicing your knife...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Team Building Activities WITH Chef David THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Chicago Team Building Activity: Italian Pasta Essentials Chicago Team Building Activity: Italian Pasta Essentials 2 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Italian Pasta Essentials 3 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Italian Pasta Essentials 4 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Italian Pasta Essentials 5 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Italian Pasta Essentials 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 6-12

Italian Pasta Essentials

$115
Team Building Activity
$115
Gather your team and work together to create a gourmet Italian feast. In this interactive team building cooking class, Chef David will demystify homemade pasta as you and your colleagues craft a number of delectable Italian favorites by hand, including fresh pasta dough. Begin by chopping and mixing fresh...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Chicago Team Building Activity: Mexican Street Food 101 Chicago Team Building Activity: Mexican Street Food 101 2 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Mexican Street Food 101 3 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Mexican Street Food 101 4 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Mexican Street Food 101 5 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Mexican Street Food 101 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 6-12

Mexican Street Food 101

$115
Team Building Activity
$115
Bring your team together to learn techniques and flavor combinations to handcraft Mexican street food. Experience the colors and ingredients of Mexican street food in this guided team building cooking class with Chef David. Groups will get hands-on practice while making a spread of authentic food. Discover how...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Chicago Team Building Activity: Simple Rustic Italian Chicago Team Building Activity: Simple Rustic Italian 2 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Simple Rustic Italian 3 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Simple Rustic Italian 4 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Simple Rustic Italian 5 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Simple Rustic Italian 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 14-30

Simple Rustic Italian

$159
Team Building Activity
$159
The best of Italy awaits as your team gains confidence and cooking skills to take home. Work with your group in this hands-on team building cooking class covering a number of staple Italian dishes. Guided by Chef David, your team will master classic techniques for a gourmet meal made from scratch. Whisk together a...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
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Chef David's Overall Rating

5.0 / 5

Based on 87 reviews

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Caseylin .

Caseylin

02/25/25
Really enjoyed my experience cooking at David’s class. Went with my partner and had a great time learning cutting/cooking techniques. Cooked a delicious three course meal: bruschetta, Brussels sprouts salad, Chorizo paella, and almond cake. After cooking, we all sat down at a big table to eat with other class participants; family style. Had a great time talking to others and getting to know each other. It was comfy, intimate, and cozy, exactly what you would expect from a cooking class. David was personable and charming, what a great teacher. Thanks for a wonderful class.
02/25/25
Stephanie S.

Stephanie

01/18/25
Chef David was great! Very fun class, great teacher, and delicious food. Highly recommend the Journey to Spain class.
01/18/25
Hannah D.

Hannah

01/11/25
Chef David was awesome! We had lots of fun and really enjoyed the recipes and what we learned in class. Would definitely recommend and do another class ourselves!
01/11/25