Beginner Cooking Classes in Chicago
Novice cooks have nothing to fear with beginner cooking classes in Chicago. Now you can learn all the basics culinary skills you need to succeed in an informative and entertaining environment. Expert chefs are ready to show you the techniques in preparing outstanding meals in a variety of cuisines. Learn about knife skills, culinary language, seasoning and spices, proper ways to cook meat, pasta and more, even how to prepare a delectable dessert. Come a beginner, leave a professional.
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Fun Bento Box Creations - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Cook a Japanese-style family meal side by side in this hands-on cooking class. Create a playful Japanese-style meal in this hands-on cooking class in Chicago. Learn how to make chicken yakitori, shape sticky rice, steam edamame and assemble fruit and cream sandos. Chef Eric or a resident chef will guide you through...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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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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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Steakhouse Classics
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn brown butter techniques, master sugar ratios and bake elevated cookies to enjoy at home. Settle in for a hands-on cooking class that blends technique, creativity and mouthwatering creations you’ll want to share. You’ll savor warm house-made focaccia and whipped honey butter while meeting your chef and...
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Chef Trevor
Serving the Chicago area
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Wholesome Spring in France
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn French seasonal cooking in this hands-on cooking experience. Learn to cook a French-inspired spring feast in this fun cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Guided by Chef William or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled steak, a seasonal salad with whole grain mustard vinaigrette and rye croutons, savory tarte...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Make a Signature French Meal
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn French seasonal cooking in this hands-on guided session. Cook a fresh, seasonal French menu in this hands-on cooking class in Naperville. Learn how to grill steak to the right doneness, toss a seasonal salad with whole grain mustard vinaigrette and rye croutons and prepare a savory tarte Tatin. Finish with...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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.
Chef Rakhi will guide...
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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Dice, Slice & Snack
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Learn the essential knife techniques while chopping up tasty snacks! Elevate the proper use of knives at home in this fun cooking class with Chef Andy. Discover tips for knife care and handling and learn the difference between chef's knives and pairing knives as you slice and dice through this session.
Cut your way...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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Make a Vibrant French Meal
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore a French seasonal dinner through spring inspiration in this guided session. Explore springtime French flavors in this interactive cooking class in Chicago. With guidance from Chef Eric or a resident chef, you’ll grill steak, prepare a seasonal salad with mustard vinaigrette, bake a savory tarte Tatin and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Unlock the art of dumpling-making in this fun, hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet. You'll discover how simple it is to create silky dough, flavorful fillings and perfectly folded dumplings right in your own kitchen. Whether you prefer a savory meat mix or a tasty vegetarian version, you’ll learn techniques that...
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Chef Janet
Chicago (Norwood Park)
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Classic Flavors of Little Italy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make Italian favorites in a riveting cooking session. Explore the famous world of Italian cuisine in a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality cuisine from a top-notch chef in an interactive environment. Master new skills while cooking through a multi-course menu featuring crispy chicken...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Delicious Homemade Italian Meals
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Explore the flavors of little Italy with this cooking class. Jump into the kitchen by joining a delicious homemade Italian meals cooking class. Listen to a top-rated chef on how to prepare and cook some classic Italian feasts. Learn to make a succulent chicken parmesan with fresh tomato sauce and pair it with fresh...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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