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.
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Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh French Spring Feast Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh French Spring Feast 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh French Spring Feast 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh French Spring Feast 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh French Spring Feast 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh French Spring Feast 6 slide
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Fresh French Spring Feast

$99
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$99
Master refined French spring techniques in this cooking class. Bring Parisian spring flavors to life in this fun cooking class in Chicago. Guided by Chef Eric or a resident chef, you’ll prepare salmon with white wine sauce, grilled asparagus with herb butter and sweet pea soufflés, finishing with a grapefruit...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
88 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Wed, May 20th at 4:00PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: A Taste of British Baking Chicago Cooking Class: A Taste of British Baking 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: A Taste of British Baking 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: A Taste of British Baking 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: A Taste of British Baking 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: A Taste of British Baking 6 slide
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A Taste of British Baking

$89
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$89
Learn to make sweet treats inspired by the United Kingdom. Explore the fabled world of British baking with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make classic British sweets and savory pies while under the instruction of a five-star chef. Master new skills in the kitchen while preparing airy Victoria sponge cake, rich...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
52 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Wed, May 20th at 10:00AM
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Journey to Spain

$95
Cooking Class
$95
Embark on a culinary journey to Spain during this interactive experience with Chef David. In this hands-on cooking class with Chef David, you will learn how to prepare a spread of traditional Spanish recipes and more using fresh, high-quality ingredients and smart culinary techniques. Some of the dishes you can...
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Chef David
5.0
90 Reviews
Travelling to guests in Downtown Chicago
Next Date: Sat, May 23rd at 5:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery 6 slide
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Make Pasta at a Local Distillery

$75
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$75
Learn to make fresh pasta and top it with a garden marinara sauce. Join Chef Janet for a hands-on cooking class where you'll learn to craft fresh pasta from scratch. You'll mix flour and eggs into silky dough, knead it until it's just right, let it rest, then roll it out to the perfect thickness. Once you've nailed...
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Chef Janet
5.0
96 Reviews
Chicago
Next Date: Thu, May 21st at 5:30PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Vegetarian Masterclass Chicago Cooking Class: Vegetarian Masterclass 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Vegetarian Masterclass 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Vegetarian Masterclass 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Vegetarian Masterclass 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Vegetarian Masterclass 6 slide
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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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Chef Titik
5.0
179 Reviews
Chicago (New City)
Next Date: Fri, Jun 5th at 5:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Plant-Based Brunch Comforts Chicago Cooking Class: Plant-Based Brunch Comforts 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Plant-Based Brunch Comforts 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Plant-Based Brunch Comforts 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Plant-Based Brunch Comforts 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Plant-Based Brunch Comforts 6 slide
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Plant-Based Brunch Comforts

$105
Cooking Class
$105
Enjoy brunch dishes that are simple, seasonal and satisfying. Discover how easy it is to make an elevated vegetarian brunch in this carefully crafted cooking class with Chef Andy. You'll learn essential techniques while creating a perfectly balanced menu that's both impressive and approachable. Begin the afternoon...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
383 Reviews
Travelling to guests in Downtown Chicago
Next Date: Fri, Jun 5th at 6:30PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Master Classic Seafood Skills Chicago Cooking Class: Master Classic Seafood Skills 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Master Classic Seafood Skills 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Master Classic Seafood Skills 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Master Classic Seafood Skills 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Master Classic Seafood Skills 6 slide
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Master Classic Seafood Skills

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook restaurant-style seafood dishes with expert guidance. Work through elegant seafood recipes in this fun cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Guided by Chef William or a resident chef, you’ll cook salmon with crisp skin, prepare mussels marinières and poach shrimp with precision. You’ll also make a simple green...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
52 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Wed, May 20th at 7:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean Chicago Cooking Class: Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean 6 slide
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Sun-Kissed Flavors of the Mediterranean

$129
Cooking Class
$129
Explore vibrant Mediterranean cuisine while learning spice harmony and grilling techniques. Every bite tastes unmistakably sun-soaked in this Mediterranean cooking class with Chef Janet and her curated menu. During this hands-on session, you'll craft a three-course meal with expert guidance along the way. Class...
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Chef Janet
5.0
96 Reviews
Travelling to guests in Downtown Chicago
Next Date: Tue, May 26th at 6:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Wholesome and Hearty Mediterranean Meal Chicago Cooking Class: Wholesome and Hearty Mediterranean Meal 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Wholesome and Hearty Mediterranean Meal 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Wholesome and Hearty Mediterranean Meal 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Wholesome and Hearty Mediterranean Meal 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Wholesome and Hearty Mediterranean Meal 6 slide
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Wholesome and Hearty Mediterranean Meal

$95
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$95
Dive headfirst into the popular Mediterranean diet, known for its wholesome ingredients and incredible variety. In this immersive cooking class with Chef Titik, you will learn to create a diverse meal with nutritious ingredients and an array of robust flavors. The best part is that, with help from Chef Titik, it will...
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Chef Titik
5.0
179 Reviews
Chicago (New City)
Next Date: Fri, Jun 5th at 5:00PM & other times
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Create Refined French Spring Desserts

$99
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$99
Master seasonal French pastries from scratch in this cooking class. Bake delicate French-inspired desserts in this hands-on cooking class in Chicago. Learn how to make lemon poppy seed madeleines, lavender shortbread cookies, honey chamomile panna cotta and almond financiers from start to finish. Chef Eric or a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
88 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Thu, May 21st at 10:00AM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Iconic Spanish Paella Chicago Cooking Class: Iconic Spanish Paella 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Iconic Spanish Paella 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Iconic Spanish Paella 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Iconic Spanish Paella 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Iconic Spanish Paella 6 slide
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Iconic Spanish Paella

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Experience signature Spanish cooking with land-and-sea flavors. Cook an iconic Spanish feast in this hands-on cooking class in Chicago. Learn how to prepare classic seafood paella and chicken and chorizo paella while mastering rice technique and proper heat control. You’ll also make a kale and Manchego salad and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
88 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Thu, May 21st at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Charming French Spring Treats Chicago Cooking Class: Charming French Spring Treats 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Charming French Spring Treats 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Charming French Spring Treats 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Charming French Spring Treats 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Charming French Spring Treats 6 slide
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Charming French Spring Treats

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Build confidence baking timeless French spring treats. Bake delicate French-inspired desserts in this hands-on cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Learn how to make lemon poppy seed madeleines, lavender shortbread cookies, honey chamomile panna cotta and almond financiers from start to finish. Chef William or a...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
52 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Thu, May 21st at 10:00AM
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