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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Cook a Classic French Bistro Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to execute simple, refined French bistro cooking. Discover classic bistro flavors in this hands-on cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). With guidance from Chef William or a resident chef, you’ll make French onion soup, frisée salad with warm goat cheese and champagne-shallot vinaigrette and herb-marinated...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Plant-Based Brunch Comforts
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Enjoy brunch dishes that are simple, seasonal and satisfying. Discover how easy it is to make an elevated vegetarian brunch in this carefully crafted cooking class with Chef Andy. You'll learn essential techniques while creating a perfectly balanced menu that's both impressive and approachable.
Begin the afternoon...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Serving the Chicago area
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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
Chicago (North Center)
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A Taste of Italian Classics
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Master sautéing, pan-sauce creation and assembling authentic Italian desserts. Discover the flavors of Italy in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet. Perfect for food enthusiasts, this class highlights essential techniques for crafting authentic Italian dishes.
Begin with bruschetta topped with tomatoes and...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Classic Chinese Food Feast
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Bring an authentic menu of Chinese dishes to life in this hands-on cooking experience. Chinese food is one of the most beloved cuisines in the world, and this cooking class is the best way to experience Chinese flavors up close. Whether you're learning how to make dumplings from scratch or practicing the techniques...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Next-Level Baking
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Upgrade your baking skills with instruction from a professional. In this elevated cooking class, you’ll get to take your baking skills to the next level as you learn how to mix, bake and decorate like a pro. Using fresh ingredients and classic recipes, this hands-on class is sure to reignite your love of...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Italian Vegan Dinner Reinvented
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Experience a vegan take on classic Italian cuisine. Discover the excitement of plant-based cooking with a menu full of Italian favorites reinvented in this immersive cooking class. A top-rated chef will show you how to blend comfort and creativity while crafting a vibrant vegan Italian dinner.
You’ll roll and...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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Fundamental Pastry Techniques
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Practice classic pastry methods in a supportive setting. Level up your dessert game in this interactive cooking class in Skokie (Chicago) focused on French pastry essentials. Chef William or a resident chef will guide you through mini pavlovas with crème diplomat and berry compote, raspberry soufflé and lemon tart...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Essential Dim Sum
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Explore an incredible array of Asian dishes prepared with a hearty helping of tradition. The time-honored traditions of dim sum comes to your home kitchen in this interactive cooking class with Chef Janet. She'll teach you how to create your own classic spread brimming with fresh flavor.
Begin by creating shrimp...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Classic Spring Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate fresh spring ingredients in this hands-on cooking experience. Celebrate seasonal flavors in this hands-on cooking class in Chicago. Learn how to prepare herb-marinated steak topped with blue cheese butter, an asparagus salad with thyme vinaigrette and prosciutto crisps and perfectly roasted potatoes with...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Make a Flavorful Spring Meal
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Celebrate spring seasonal meals in this hands-on cooking session. Learn to prepare a seasonal spring meal in this fun cooking class in Naperville. Guided by Chef Jesse or a resident chef, you’ll make herb-marinated steak with blue cheese butter, asparagus salad with thyme vinaigrette and prosciutto crisps, roasted...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Dough to Dinner Pasta Making
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Create authentic pasta dough and sauces with Italian inspiration. This cooking class invites you to master the art of fresh pasta making alongside an esteemed culinary host. Discover timeless techniques and bold flavors that define the heart of Italian cuisine.
You will learn to prepare classic Caesar salad with...
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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