Cooking Classes in Chicago
Best Cooking Classes in Chicago for your next culinary journey
Chi-Town’s legendary food scene comes alive in cooking classes in Chicago designed for connection as much as cuisine. Whether you’re planning a cozy date night, a lively birthday celebration or a hands-on way to bring friends and family together, these classes turn cooking into a shared experience. From Downtown Chicago to the Northern Suburbs and Western Suburbs, talented local chefs with over a decade of experience guide each session with warmth and expertise. Learn to roll authentic sushi, prepare fresh pasta or master classic techniques without any pressure or prior knowledge. These culinary classes in Chicago also make a creative choice for team building and group activities that feel engaging rather than forced. All that’s required is a love of good food and good company. Sign up for cooking courses in Chicago and make your next gathering deliciously memorable.
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Modern Hibachi Experience
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore hibachi-style cooking in this fun cooking class. Build confidence with hibachi-style cooking in this fun cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Guided by Chef William or a resident chef, you’ll make chicken teriyaki, shrimp and pork gyoza, a crisp ginger-dressed salad and ginger crème brûlée, plus a yuzu and...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Flavorful Hibachi Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore Japanese-inspired cooking with hibachi style in this fun cooking class. Cook a balanced hibachi-style menu in this interactive cooking class in Chicago. With guidance from Chef Eric or a resident chef, you’ll pan-cook teriyaki chicken, fold and cook gyoza, mix a bright ginger-orange dressing and prepare a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Modern Hibachi Cooking
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Experience a hibachi-style cooking session focused on Japanese inspiration in this hands-on cooking class. Build confidence with hibachi-style cooking in this fun cooking class in Naperville. Guided by Chef Jesse or a resident chef, you’ll make chicken teriyaki, shrimp and pork gyoza, a crisp ginger-dressed salad...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Sushi Making at a Local Distillery
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Roll fresh sushi at a local distillery and master rice, fillings and hands-on technique. Roll into the world of sushi-making in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet, hosted inside a local distillery. Learn how fun and approachable homemade sushi can be as you practice basics like seasoning warm sushi rice and...
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Chef Janet
Chicago
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Italian Pasta Comforts
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Savor classic Italian dishes and take home freshly prepare pasta in this pasta-making workshop. Settle in for a rewarding, hands-on pasta-making cooking class inspired by Sardinian tradition. Master several pasta shapes along with recipes for slow-braised meatballs and traditional tiramisu for dessert.
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Chef Trevor
Serving the Chicago area
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Vegetarian Masterclass
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Who said vegetarian food isn't sophisticated? Take your vegetarian cookery to the next level with this skillful cooking class focusing on fine dining vegetarian style. Don't let your vegetarian option be an afterthought when creating a feast for non-meat-eating friends and family. Start off with a creamy tomato bisque...
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Chef Titik
Chicago (New City)
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Sushi Adventures
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Bring your creativity to the table with a classic Japanese delicacy! Let the aroma of indulgent sushi surround you as Chef Andy makes the process of handcrafting these mouthwatering delights accessible and enjoyable. In addition, you will be introduced to fundamental knife techniques to ensure each meal is as...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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Modern Italian Table
$85
Cooking Class
$85
Discover refined Italian flavors rooted in tradition. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll learn modern secrets to traditional Italian cuisine alongside Chef Yani. Learn to craft a full Italian menu - from appetizer to dessert.
Begin by seasoning a luxurious whipped ricotta cheese with rosemary and chili flakes....
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Chef Yani
Chicago (Logan Square)
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Hearty Ravioli From Scratch
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Roll out the dough for your own homemade ravioli, accompanied by an appetizer and dessert. Join Chef Rakhi for a Florentine-inspired cooking class from appetizers to desserts and everything in between. Learn new pasta-making skills and add a zest of Italian charm to your culinary repertoire.
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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Love Italian Style - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
This date night cooking class invites you and your partner to create an Italian feast. Love is in the air when you and your partner join this Italian-inspired date night cooking class. Prepare herb-infused risotto, Tuscan brick-grilled chicken and end your evening with a classic Italian dessert. You'll work alongside...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Italian Countryside Dinner - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Enjoy a rustic meal filled with Italian flavors! Craft a romantic meal for two in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to prepare rustic Italian flavors using authentic techniques. You'll grill chicken under a brick, make creamy risotto and finish with a classic Italian dessert to...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Lucky St. Patrick’s Day Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake St. Patrick’s Day macarons in this guided cooking session. Bake festive French pastries in this interactive cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). With guidance from Chef William or a resident chef, you’ll prepare Irish coffee–flavored macarons and shamrock-shaped macarons while learning key techniques for...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in Chicago
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I had an AMAZING experience with Chef Titik! From the time that I entered her lovely space, I was greeted with a warm and welcoming greeting. The selection of the meal was great. The history of the food and culture was intriguing. I was intrigued by the interaction and the end result of the finished product. We all dined together and it felt like I was eating with family. The evening was simply marvelous!
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