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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Fine French Dining - Date Night

$99
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$99
This elegant menu for two combines essential gourmet dishes prepared in the finest French heritage. Linger in the kitchen with your special someone in a hands-on cooking class that encourages romantic culinary collaboration. You'll work side-by-side while preparing seared scallops, rich risotto and indulgent caramel...
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French Elegance - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Dine in French elegance at your next date. Spend an unforgettable night in with your special someone in this French elegance date night cooking class. You and your date will be taught by a five-star chef on some basic French cooking techniques. Learn how to sear scallops without burning them while whisking the...
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4.7
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French Elegance - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate your special night with some refined French delicacies. Date nights don't have to be all about romantic candlelight dinners or fine dining treats, as you'll learn in this cozy cooking class! You can share unforgettable moments as you cook a meal to perfection together, under the guidance of a seasoned Chef...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
61 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Thu, Jul 3rd at 7:00PM
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Romance Inspired Menu

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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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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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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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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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Cooking Classes WITH Chef David THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

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Authentic Italian

$95
Cooking Class
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Embark on a culinary journey to Italy during this interactive experience with Chef David. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef David, you will learn how to prepare an authentic four-course Italian menu using fresh, high-quality ingredients and time-honored Italian recipes and culinary techniques. Some of the...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Iconic Southern Comfort Fare

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Cooking Class
$95
Join Chef David and get ready to master a menu of iconic Southern comfort food. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef David will share with you personal family recipes and culinary traditions that have been handed down to him by his 91-year-old grandmother. Some of the iconic Southern comfort dishes you can look...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Journey to Spain

$95
Cooking Class
$95
Embark on a culinary journey to Spain during this interactive experience with Chef David. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef David, you will learn how to prepare a spread of traditional Spanish recipes and more using fresh, high-quality ingredients and smart culinary techniques. Some of the dishes you can...
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Chef David
5.0
87 Reviews
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Italian Pasta Essentials

$115
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$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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Mexican Street Food 101

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Team Building Activity
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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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Simple Rustic Italian

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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

Reviews guests left for Chef David

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