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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Balanced Thai Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to work comfortably with Thai flavor profiles. Cook bold Thai favorites from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). With guidance from Chef William or a resident chef, you’ll make steamed Thai chicken dumplings with sweet chili dipping sauce, drunken noodles and lemongrass shrimp soup....
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Foundational Bread Baking
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Practice essential bread baking methods from start to finish. Build confidence with bread baking in this fun cooking class in Naperville. Led by Chef Jesse or a resident chef, you’ll create whole wheat country bread with olives and herbs, mini baguettes and flaky buttermilk biscuits, served with homemade honey...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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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Mother's Day Favorite
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.
Firstly, you will learn to prepare classic...
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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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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Pop-up Class
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Craft Viral Dubai Chocolate Bars
$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn to craft viral chocolate bars in this fun hands-on cooking class. In this cooking class, you will learn how to create rich, glossy chocolate bars from scratch using simple techniques that feel almost too easy. With Chef Natalie guiding you step by step, you will melt, mold and customize your own creations while...
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Chef Nathalie
Chicago
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Wholesome Sushi Cooking - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Share a fun kitchen session with a sushi theme. Plan a hands-on date night with this cooking class in Skokie (Chicago) featuring bold Japanese flavors. Led by Chef William or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled chicken yakitori with a yuzu and orange glaze, salmon crunch roll, vegetable tempura with dashi...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Classic Sushi Table - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Create your own sushi bar moment on date night. Plan a hands-on date night with this cooking class in Chicago featuring bold Japanese flavors. Led by Chef Eric or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled chicken yakitori with a yuzu and orange glaze, salmon crunch roll, vegetable tempura with dashi dipping sauce and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Elegant Ramen Dinner
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Cook ramen from scratch while practicing essential noodle techniques. Level up your noodle game in this interactive cooking class in Naperville focused on restaurant-style ramen. Chef Jesse or a resident chef will guide you through homemade ramen noodles, shio ramen with pork belly, pickled mushrooms, ramen eggs,...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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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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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Soul of Vietnamese Kitchen
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Discover the art of Vietnamese cuisine featuring classic pho and bahn mi flavors. In this Asian cooking class, you'll dive into the vibrant, herb-forward flavors of Vietnamese cuisine – building dishes from scratch that balance sweet, sour, salty and umami in every bite. From crafting a rich phở broth to...
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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