Cooking Classes in Chicago

Best Cooking Classes in Chicago for your next culinary journey

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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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Prime Parisian Fare - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share an evening of gourmet kitchen fun with your favorite sous chef. Enter the kitchen for a date night cooking class that recreates the romance of an evening in Paris. You'll have first-class instruction from an expert chef as you learn to create scallops in beurre blanc sauce, creamy whipped potatoes with Gruyère...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
61 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Sun, May 10th at 7:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: British Isle Bakes Chicago Cooking Class: British Isle Bakes 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: British Isle Bakes 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: British Isle Bakes 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: British Isle Bakes 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: British Isle Bakes 6 slide
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British Isle Bakes

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Brush up your baking skills with some of Great Britain’s favorite culinary traditions. This immersive cooking class highlights tradition in every baked morsel. You’ll hone essential skills from mixing sponge cake batter to forming pastries while tapping into the history of beloved dishes. Tuck into Britain’s...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
87 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Mon, May 11th at 10:00AM & other times
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Learn to Make Fresh Sushi Rolls

$75
Cooking Class
$75
Get ready to master the art of sushi in this hands-on cooking class. Craft your own sushi rolls from scratch in this hands-on cooking class! Chef Janet will walk you through pro-level knife techniques, how to season and shape perfect sushi rice and how to choose vibrant, high-quality ingredients. Then it’s time to...
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Chef Janet
5.0
96 Reviews
Chicago
Next Date: Mon, May 11th at 7:00PM
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Refined French Essentials

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to cook timeless French classics in this hands-on class. Learn classic techniques at the heart of French cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Prepare pan-roasted chicken breasts with white wine sauce, oven-roasted crispy potatoes and steamed artichokes served with homemade lemon aioli....
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
52 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Mon, May 11th at 7:00PM & other times
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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
5.0
10 Reviews
Chicago (Logan Square)
Next Date: Thu, May 14th at 6:00PM & other times
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From Dough to Delicious Pasta Creations

$105
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$105
Learn to create pasta dough from scratch and pair it with classic sauces. This cooking class invites you to explore the timeless art of pasta-making, creating an authentic Italian meal from scratch. Chef Andy will guide you step-by-step in preparing a three-course menu inspired by Italy’s rich culinary...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
383 Reviews
Chicago (Lower West Side)
Next Date: Thu, May 14th at 6:30PM & other times
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A Study in Classic Indian Cuisine

$129
Cooking Class
$129
Chef Rakhi guides you through preparation of classic Indian cuisine with slight innovative twists. Inspired by the rich, spice-filled traditions of Indian cuisine, this hands-on cooking class will teach you the fundamentals of preparing bold, comforting Indian dishes. Explore authentic techniques and ingredients that...
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Chef Rakhi
4.9
56 Reviews
Chicago (North Center)
Next Date: Fri, May 15th at 6:00PM
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Indonesian Rice Table

$105
Cooking Class
$105
Join Chef Titik for an extraordinary Indonesian culinary experience. Chef Titik is excited to share her wealth of culinary knowledge with you in this hands-on cooking class where you'll focus on Indonesian recipes and ingredients. Begin by preparing sayur urap, a traditional salad made with shredded coconut,...
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Chef Titik
5.0
179 Reviews
Chicago (New City)
Next Date: Sun, May 17th at 5:00PM & other times
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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
90 Reviews
Serving the Chicago area
Next Date: Sat, May 23rd at 5:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi 6 slide
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Roll Creative Plant-Based Sushi

$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn to roll plant-based sushi in this fun, hands-on cooking class. In this cooking class, you will learn how to create vibrant plant-based sushi from scratch using clever ingredient swaps and simple techniques. With guidance from Chef Natalie, you will build confidence with knife skills, prep ingredients and roll...
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Chef Nathalie
5.0
1 Review
Chicago
Next Date: Thu, Jun 4th at 5:30PM
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Great British Baking Essential Treats

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Step into the kitchen to learn the essential treats from England in this cooking class. Bring the classic British desserts to your home by taking a great British baking essential treats cooking class. Follow the instructions from a master chef on how to make the best Victoria sponge cake with cream and strawberry jam...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
4.6
61 Reviews
Naperville (Downtown)
Next Date: Mon, May 11th at 10:00AM & other times
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Cook Timeless French Classics

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Develop reliable French cooking skills from scratch. Cook a well-rounded French menu in this fun cooking class in Chicago. Guided by Chef Eric or a resident chef, you’ll prepare chicken with white wine sauce, crispy roasted potatoes, steamed artichokes with lemon aioli and lemon sugar crêpes. You’ll gain hands-on...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
87 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Mon, May 11th at 7:00PM & other times
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WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THESE Cooking Classes in Chicago
Sheryl W.
05/06/2026
The girls made bruschetta, gnocchi & tiramisu. We booked Chef Janet for my daughter’s 16th birthday party. Chef Janet worked really well with the girls and they enjoyed learning from her. My daughter loved the whole evening making her favorite meal with her closest friends, she didn’t have one favorite moment.
Susan N.
04/14/2026
Chef Yani has an impressive background. We learned so much AND, at the same time, had an enjoyable, relaxing experience.
Karen M.
02/27/2026
What a delicious Italian meal we prepared ! The evening flew by as we all participated in the prep. Our budding chefs gained confidence and seasoned cooks some new tricks!
Victor B.
01/04/2026
This was a Christmas gift for my wife and i tagged along. We baked Gluten-free and Gluten-full rolls, scones and cinnamon rolls. We had a great time. My wife was able to learn from a Professional and we had a great time. We'll definitely do it again in the future. Thanks
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