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Beginner Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago

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There’s a finesse and skill to cooking your favorite meals. If you are an aspiring chef, but need a little help from professionals, sign up for a beginners class in Downtown Chicago. Expert chefs will teach you the basics of cooking and provide you with the skills and methods you need to begin creating decadent dishes in your own kitchen. Talented chefs are looking forward to introducing the art of cooking to guests in Downtown Chicago.

Safety During Covid-19: Look for the following indicators of what precautions your chef will take for your experience. You can book most in-person experiences as private events for a small additional fee. Or check out our new fully interactive Online Experiences!
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A Classic Creole Supper
Chef Wearing a Mask Social Distancing Friendly
Cooking Class

A Classic Creole Supper

$ 95

Cooking Class

Join Chef Lawrencia in creating a flavorful and satisfying Southern-inspired feast! Say “hello” to Creole cuisine and deep, rich flavors in this New Orleans-style cooking class as Chef Lawrencia teaches you how to make a menu of Southern soul food staples with shrimp and grits in the spotlight. Begin by baking u...
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Chef Lawrencia

Verified Chef
Chef Lawrencia

Travels to guests within Chicago area

14 reviews

Next date: Thu, Feb 9th at 6:00PM

Valentine's

Traditional Italian Pasta Making
Chef Wearing a Mask Social Distancing Friendly
Cooking Class

Traditional Italian Pasta Making

$ 85

Cooking Class

Learn how to make fresh, handmade pasta for a traditional menu inspired by Italian cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Alex will guide you as you practice the foundational techniques of traditional pasta making. Using regional ingredients, you'll learn how to compose a vibrant menu of Italian classics. Be...
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Chef Alex

Verified Chef
Chef Alex

Travels to guests within Chicago area

29 reviews

Next date: Thu, Mar 9th at 6:00PM
Spanish Paella Party
Social Distancing Friendly
Team Building Activity

Spanish Paella Party

$ 149

Team Building Activity

Enjoy the communal experience of preparing paella in this hands-on culinary team building experience. Paella is not only characterized by it's saffron-scented rice and distinct pan, but also by the festivities that surround it. Paella brings people together, and in this team building class, Chef Andy invites your team...
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Chef Andy

Verified Chef
Chef Andy

Chicago - Fulton Market

233 reviews

Next date: Mon, Mar 13th at 6:00PM
Authentic Mexican
Chef Wearing a Mask Social Distancing Friendly
Cooking Class

Authentic Mexican

$ 95

Cooking Class

Join Chef Lawrencia in creating a menu of Mexican classics from the freshest ingredients. Enjoy a culinary fiesta as Chef Lawrencia teaches you how to make iconic dishes in this Mexican cooking class from start to finish using smart cooking techniques. First, make a street food favorite: Mexican street corn with cot...
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Chef Lawrencia

Verified Chef
Chef Lawrencia

Travels to guests within Chicago area

14 reviews

Next date: Thu, Feb 9th at 6:00PM
Chocolate Making 101
Chef Wearing a Mask Social Distancing Friendly
Cooking Class

Chocolate Making 101

$ 95

Cooking Class

Learn the art and techniques of tempering smooth and creamy chocolate candies. Indulge your sweet tooth in this luscious chocolate and candy-making class. Chef Lawrencia will instruct you on how to temper and mold mouth-watering sweet treats you can easily recreate at home. Begin by crafting classic chocolate straws...
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Chef Lawrencia

Verified Chef
Chef Lawrencia

Travels to guests within Chicago area

14 reviews

Next date: Thu, Feb 9th at 6:00PM
Classic Southern Staples
Chef Wearing a Mask Social Distancing Friendly
Cooking Class

Classic Southern Staples

$ 95

Cooking Class

Enjoy staple flavors and dishes of the south with expert Chef Lawrencia as your guide. Join Chef Lawrencia in this Southern-style cooking class where you’ll learn how to cook, bake and fry homestyle dishes infused with authentic flavors and ingredients. Your culinary journey through the South begins by making cla...
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Chef Lawrencia

Verified Chef
Chef Lawrencia

Travels to guests within Chicago area

14 reviews

Next date: Thu, Feb 9th at 6:00PM

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