Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
Best Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago for your next culinary journey
Downtown Chicago is known for many things — its culture, music and of course, food. If you want to recreate some of these favorites in your own kitchen, join a cooking class in the area. You'll learn how to prepare amazing recipes in the comfort of your own home. Your dinner guests will appreciate the care and time you took to prepare the perfect meal. Expert chefs are looking forward to meeting you at a Downtown Chicago cooking class.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Primo Homespun Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fresh pasta is an easier gourmet feat than you might think thanks to this session. Handmade pasta is the hero of this interactive cooking class, an expert-led lesson where convenience and tradition meet in the kitchen. Prepare handcrafted dough you'll turn into papardelle and ravioli, topped with hearty Bolognese and...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Spanish and Latin American Flavors
$105
Cooking Class
$105
Create a incredible fusion menu inspired by Latin America and Spain with Chef Titik. Join Chef Titik in this hands-on cooking class for an incredible journey to two regions with undoubtedly some of the most amazing flavor profiles in the world.
In this class, you'll blend Spanish and Latin American ingredients,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Titik
Chicago (New City)
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An Elegant Taste of France
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn to make sophisticated French fare and elevate your home-made dishes with Parisian flair. Explore the elegant world of French cuisine in an engaging cooking class. Learn to replicate French culinary techniques from a five-star professional chef in an educational environment. Cook through a multi-course menu...
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Verified Chef
Chef Oumar
Serving the Chicago area
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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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Verified Chef
Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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French Pâtisserie Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unlock the essentials of French pâtisserie baking. Take a break from everyday baking and explore the arts of French pâtisserie in this relaxed, beginner-friendly cooking class. With help from a world-class pastry chef, you’ll quickly gain the skills you need to wow even your most discerning foodie friends. On the...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Hearty Vegan Feast
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn how to prepare an incredible vegan meal that will never leave you hungry with Chef Jane. This hands-on class with Chef Jane boasts an impressive menu of recipes. You'll learn to maximize the taste of vegetables with an array of cooking techniques.
The star of the show is the hearty cauliflower steak fit for...
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Chef Jane
Serving the Chicago area
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From Dough to Delicious Pizza
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Start with Caprese salad and craft pizzas with personalized toppings. In this cooking class, Chef Janet invites you to discover the secrets of authentic pizza-making. From dough preparation to topping selection, this culinary lesson covers every step to create the ultimate pizza experience.
Start with a refreshing...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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The Heart of Italian Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Rustle up a trattoria-style menu of Italian table classics. Add a rustic Italian string to your culinary bow in this authentic and immersive cooking class. Guided by an esteemed chef, you’ll spend the session getting hands-on with the time-honored traditions of Italian cooking, rustling up a menu of trattoria...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Vibrant Spanish Dishes
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn to make authentic Spanish cuisine in a hands-on lesson. Jump into the fresh flavors of Spain with an interactive cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality dishes from a top-notch chef while gaining new skills in the kitchen.
Start with two appetizers including pan con tomate with thick-cut bread...
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Verified Chef
Chef Oumar
Serving the Chicago area
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Sushi Party for Kids
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Roll up some sushi rolls from scratch and more with Chef Alejandro. Kids who love being in the kitchen will have a blast in this hands-on sushi-making class with Chef Alejandro. Get ready to roll up some sushi rolls and enjoy a fun Japanese meal!
First, the kids will learn how to make seaweed salad with fresh crab....
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Verified Chef
Chef Alejandro
Serving the Chicago area
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A Bright Taste of Summer
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Draw on the sun-soaked ingredients of summer in this exciting chef-led class. This cooking class promises to put you on the path to summer cooking success. How? With a renowned chef as your guide, you’ll create a deliciously balanced menu of seasonal plates. Think corn fritters with herbed aioli, brown sugar and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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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Verified Chef
Chef Titik
Chicago (New City)
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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.