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
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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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Mexican Kitchen
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Prepare a fiesta-style Mexican feast completely from scratch. In this hands-on class with Chef Andy, you'll learn the skills and authentic Mexican cooking techniques and ingredients needed to build a feast worthy of a proper Mexican fiesta.
Chef Andy believes nothing beats a homemade taco, and homemade flour...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Five-Star Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take date night to new culinary heights as you learn to cook a five-star feast. If you and your significant other share a passion for great food, what better way to take date night up a notch than with this dedicated cooking class? In it, you'll learn to create an array of courses, including chile-crusted ribeye with...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Kids Cooking Series
World Chefs - Kids' Summer Series
$349
Cooking Class
$349
Discover new flavors, one country at a time. This fun cooking class series is designed for little chefs to explore a world of flavor. Working alongside a chef instructor, kids will work with various recipes from across the globe, while learning traditions and cultural influences. They'll master skills like knife...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Teens Cooking Series
Global Eats: Teen Summer Series
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Culinary teens will love cooking their way around the world in this five-day class. If you have a future foodie in your family, this five-day cooking class is sure to inspire them. In it, they’ll get hands-on guidance from a renowned chef as they learn to master a raft of delicious world cuisines. They’ll build...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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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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Vegetarian Indian Classics
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover authentic Indian dishes to add to your line-up of vegetarian recipes. Indulge in your favorite Indian dishes in this vegetarian cooking class. Whatever your skill level, Chef Rakhi will teach you how to cook traditional meals with unique spices and aromas you’ll love to recreate at home.
You’ll begin...
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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Staples of Italy From-Scratch
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Create risotto, Chicken Marsala and tiramisù - a trio of Italian best. This cooking class offers an in-depth exploration of Italy’s culinary treasures. Chef Andy will guide you through a three-course menu, teaching traditional techniques that celebrate the essence of Italian cooking.
Start with a vibrant...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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Kids Cooking Series
Kids’ Introduction to Global Cuisines
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Aspiring young chefs can level up their skills in this globally-inspired five-day summer class. If you’re ready to give your kids the freedom of the kitchen, this five-day cooking class series is sure to teach them everything they need. With help from a renowned chef, they’ll begin by learning the foundations of...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Premier Grilling Techniques
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add flavorful heat to your summer cooking plans with this selection of sizzling recipes. Open-flame cooking takes on sweet summer flavor thanks to a cooking class that helps you master the grill. Skip the burgers and create a gourmet spread featuring charred pepper salad, smoked skirt steak, grilled corn and...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Flame-Grilled Flavor
$89
Cooking Class
$89
A hands-on class covering essential techniques for grilling meat, veggies and more. If you're hoping to become the king of your group's summer cookouts, this dedicated cooking class is sure to help you do so. In it, under the guidance of a renowned chef, you'll learn to prepare a host of delectable recipes on your...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE
Teens Cooking Series
World Tasting Tour: Teen Series
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Aspiring young chefs are sure to love five days of globally-inspired cooking. If your teen has talent in the kitchen, this five-day cooking class is sure to help them take their skills to the next level. They’ll learn from a renowned chef how to prepare an exciting series of global recipes, sharpening their creative...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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OTHER EXPERIENCES in Chicago
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.