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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CHEF’S PLACE
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.
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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Pub Fare With a Southern Twist
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring your pub favorites home with this unique culinary session. Led by a world-class chef, this cooking class shares recipes and techniques for recreating pub-style favorites. Master the art of homemade pretzels and beer cheese dip. Next, make Buffalo cauliflower with a fresh ranch dip. You'll also prepare...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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The Rarest Romance - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Skip the reservation and learn to cook your NYC steakhouse favorites together at home. This couple’s cooking class brings big-city flavor to your next romantic night in. You’ll learn from an esteemed chef how to recreate steakhouse favorites, including perfectly seared steak with Gorgonzola-shallot butter. Serve...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Homemade Pasta Methodology
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Discover the culinary magic of making your own homemade pasta and ravioli fillings from scratch. This insightful cooking class with Chef Janet is your guide to homemade ravioli prepared by hand. You'll create this timeless Italian dish surrounded by a selection of sides for a meal filled with exciting Old World...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Learn the Process Behind Chocolate Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Build confidence while exploring chocolate-based dessert skills. Indulge in all things chocolate during this hands-on dessert class in Skokie (Chicago). With help from Chef Shirley or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll whip up silky chocolate espresso amaretto truffles, coat crispy honeycomb in chocolate and...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Traditional Spanish Tapas and Paella
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Create a gourmet four-course meal featuring tapas selections filled with authentic Spanish flavors. This tapas and paella cooking class celebrates the heart of Spanish cuisine with premium ingredients, essential knife skills and a family-style feast. Under Chef Andy’s guidance, you’ll master traditional techniques...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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Bistro Bites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
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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Elegant Steakhouse - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to create a romantic NYC steakhouse menu. During this cooking class, discover recipes and techniques to prepare your favorite New York restaurant menu at home. Joined by a gourmet chef, you'll work together to master searing steak, preparing a gorgonzola shallot butter and baking thyme and Gruyère popovers....
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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An Evening in Paris - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take your date for a dinner in Paris in this cooking class. Transport your date to the cobbled streets of Paris by joining this date night an evening in Paris cooking class. You and your date will be joined by a top-rated chef who will guide you through the menu. Together, you'll create a luxurious meal of seared...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Dive Into Chocolate Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
If you like chocolate, you’ll absolutely love this dedicated-to-dessert culinary lesson. If dessert sometimes feels like an afterthought, this cooking class is sure to help turn your sweet treats into the highlight of your evening. In it, you’ll follow the lead of a renowned chef as they introduce you to the...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Classic Kid's Pizza Party
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Budding chefs will learn how to make pizza dough and more with Chef Andy. Kids will get hands-on experience making homemade pizza in this cooking class with Chef Andy, who will guide them through making pizza dough completely from scratch.
After mixing yeast, water and flour to make the dough, the kids will create...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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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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Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.