French Cooking Classes in Chicago
Head on a culinary trip to the heart of France in one of these French cooking classes in Chicago. Feel far away from the Windy City as chefs show you how to prepare authentic meals true to French cuisine. Try your hand at making traditional dishes such as coq au vin, ratatouille, escargot, bouillabaisse and much more. Discover the sweet side of French cuisine as you learn the tricks to luscious pastries and desserts. Book your incredible experience today!
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Summer-Flavored Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add sweetness to the season with a selection of summer-themed pastries. The adorable macarons you'll whip up in this hands-on cooking class are jewels for you summer dessert tray. Work with a gourmet coach who'll share authentic French technique that turns wholesome ingredients into first-rate confections. You'll...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Summertime Macrons
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Welcome summer by crafting a colorful batch of delicious macarons. This cooking class offers a fantastic opportunity to say hello to summer! An engaging chef instructor will help you craft a batch of beautiful macarons, teaching you how to form your treats, add fantastic flavors and delicate decorations. At the end of...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Summer Macaron Delights
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the flavors of summer with a burst of sweetness through vibrant macaron-making adventure. Explore the vibrant flavors of summer in this exclusive macaron cooking class. Over a 3-hour session, participants will craft delectable S’mores and Cherry Cheesecake macarons under the guidance of an expert chef...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Unforgettable French Spread
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Bring beloved and unforgettable French dishes to life with Chef Janet. Fix your chef’s hat for a hands-on session with Chef Janet, where a cozy French cooking class celebrating classic comfort and timeless technique awaits. This immersive experience invites you to refine essential skills like braising, sauce...
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Chef Janet
Travelling to guests in Downtown Chicago
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French Moroccan Fusion
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Discover what happens when you combine the elegance of French cuisine with robust Moroccan flavors. In this hands-on class with Chef Titik, you will learn how to prepare an impressive four-course menu using classic French cooking techniques and a host of Moroccan ingredients and flavors.
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Chef Titik
Chicago (New City)
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French Pastry Perfection
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Explore and master the art of French pastries. Join this cooking class to learn how to create your favorite French treats at home. Led by a gourmet baker, you'll learn tips and tricks for combining water and flour into puff, choux or flaky pastry dough. Prepare laminated dough, bake delicate palmiers, craft pain...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Secrets from the Patisserie
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Become a patisserie master at a session focussed on fresh French pastries. Discover the traditions of classic French patisserie at an interactive cooking class. The session is led by a patisserie pro so you’ll be able to pick up lots of expert tips as you prepare laminated dough and shape it to produce crisp...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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In the Patisserie Window
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake a bevy of beautiful treats in the sweetest French tradition. Add a touch of elegance to your baking regimen with this interactive cooking class focused on the craft of Parisian pastries. Begin by preparing a laminated dough featuring pockets of butter to create enticingly flaky layers. Then, transform it into...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Flavors That Capture the French Quarter
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the festive magic of French Quarter cooking. Experience the taste of the French Quarter in this festive cooking class in Chicago. Led by Chef Eric or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare shrimp étouffée with a deep, savory roux, red beans with andouille sausage and crisp hushpuppies with...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Explore the Spirit of the French Quarter
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master New Orleans-style techniques in this flavorful cooking experience. Celebrate the flavors of New Orleans in this hands-on cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Guided by Chef Shirley, you’ll learn to make a hearty shrimp étouffée, red beans with Cajun spices and andouille sausage and crispy hushpuppies drizzled...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Fine French Elegance - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Bask in the romantic cuisine of France during this hands-on cooking experience. Spend your next date night exploring the delicacies of French dining during this engaging cooking class. A gourmet chef instructor will guide you through your culinary experience, teaching you valuable techniques and skills that you'll use...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Fine French Indulgences - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
It's a delicious affair when you bring your special somebody to this gourmet session. For couples seeking unique ways to share an evening, this French-forward cooking class provides the perfect escape. Enter the kitchen side by side and working with a top local chef as you partner up for expert lessons in seared...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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FAQS ABOUT FRENCH COOKING CLASSES IN CHICAGO
What are French cooking classes?
French cooking classes on Cozymeal in Chicago are chef-led experiences focused on classic French techniques and dishes. Depending on the class, you may prepare coq au vin, steak frites, souffles, crepes, pastries, sauces or a multi-course bistro-style meal. They are especially appealing in Chicago for couples who want a more elevated night out.
Are French cooking classes good for beginners?
Yes. Many French cooking classes on Cozymeal in Chicago are approachable for beginners because chefs break each technique into manageable steps. They are a good way to learn foundational skills while still enjoying a polished, restaurant-inspired experience.
What will I learn or make in a French cooking class?
In a French cooking class, you may work on sauces, searing, pastry basics, knife skills and timing across multiple courses. Depending on the menu, you could make dishes like ratatouille, quiche, crepes, macarons, tartes or classic French comfort food.
