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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Wholesome and Hearty Mediterranean Meal
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Dive headfirst into the popular Mediterranean diet, known for its wholesome ingredients and incredible variety. In this immersive cooking class with Chef Titik, you will learn to create a diverse meal with nutritious ingredients and an array of robust flavors. The best part is that, with help from Chef Titik, it will...
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Chef Titik
Chicago (New City)
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Pop-up Class
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
Chicago
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
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.
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Serving the Chicago area
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Middle Eastern Feast
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to handcraft your favorite Middle Eastern recipes in this hands-on experience. Make culinary magic in this interactive cooking class with Chef David where you'll practice knife skills while transforming fresh ingredients into flavorful Middle Eastern dishes that are ideal for sharing with family and...
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Chef David
Serving the Chicago area
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Bistro Bites
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Bring a little Parisian panache to your home dining line-up with these bistro-ready recipes. This interactive cooking class with Chef Rakhi is a surefire way to add a touch of authentic European style to your culinary collection. You'll learn to prepare a menu filled with gourmet morsels from the most essential bistro...
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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An Intriguing French Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master French cooking in a hands-on class. Dive into the illustrious world of French cuisine in a refined cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in an interactive environment. Start by preparing a salade verte with a French vinaigrette. Next, prepare succulent steak...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Classic Dinner in France
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace the flavors of classic French bistro fare and enhance your culinary skills. Discover the art of fine French cuisine at an interactive cooking class. You’ll pick up key kitchen skills as you sear steak and prepare a flambéed brandy and mustard sauce and make side dishes of truffled pommes Dauphine and salade...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Classic Italian Comfort Food
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make hearty dishes inspired by Italian cooking. Explore the vast world of Italian comfort food in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make authentic Italian dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Start with a fresh arugula salad with lemon-parmesan dressing followed by chicken...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Explore vibrant Mediterranean cuisine while learning spice harmony and grilling techniques. Every bite tastes unmistakably sun-soaked in this Mediterranean cooking class with Chef Janet and her curated menu. During this hands-on session, you'll craft a three-course meal with expert guidance along the way.
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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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.
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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Mexican Street Food 101
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Learn hands-on techniques to craft vibrant, authentic Mexican street food favorites. Dive into the bold flavors and lively spirit of Mexican street cuisine in this interactive cooking class led by Chef David. Discover how to transform simple ingredients into vibrant, crowd-pleasing dishes using time-honored techniques...
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Chef David
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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