Beginner Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
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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Mother's Day
Fresh-Baked Danish Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
These authentic bakes are the perfect addition to your breakfast table or dessert tray. Add something new to your morning coffee or teatime treats with a cooking class showcasing delicious danish creations. You'll turn handcrafted pastry dough into pockets loaded with luscious cream cheese filling and pinwheel treats...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Bistro Specialties
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get in on the European dining magic with this stunning menu. Bring a touch of gourmet enchantment to your dining life with a cooking class showcasing the bistro traditions of Paris. With a spread featuring pan-roasted chicken in a decadent white sauce, asparagus paired with delicate poached eggs and a Grand Marnier...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
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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Mother's Day
Essential Dim Sum
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Explore an incredible array of Asian dishes prepared with a hearty helping of tradition. The time-honored traditions of dim sum comes to your home kitchen in this interactive cooking class with Chef Janet. She'll teach you how to create your own classic spread brimming with fresh flavor.
Begin by creating shrimp...
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Verified Chef
Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Staple Breads
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how easy it can be to make bread at home. This interactive cooking class delves into the art of bread-making with a selection of essential loaves. Learn the roles of yeast and proofing as you make homemade white bread. Explore different types of flour and additional ingredients while making cinnamon raisin...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Exploring Everyday Breads
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Upgrade your homemade bread with tips from an expert chef. This hands-on cooking class will elevate your bread-making with an in-depth look at the art of the loaf. Learn about the effects of yeast and proofing on the flavor and texture of your dough as you prepare classic white bread. You’ll work with different...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Chinese Comfort at Home
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn expert tips for recreating Chinese comfort favorites in your own kitchen. This hands-on cooking class teaches all the skills and techniques you need to whip up your favorite Chinese takeout recipes from tangy hot and sour soup to savory ginger beef and scallion lo mein. Practice your knife skills while preparing...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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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Verified Chef
Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Tasty Thai Essentials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate Thai dishes at home with this informative cooking class. Take your tastebuds on a tour through the unique flavors of Thailand with this enlightening cooking class. Join an experienced chef instructor to be taken step-by-step through some classics of Thai cuisine, from crispy fried shrimp and delicately spiced...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Rustic Italian Recipes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Give rustic Italian recipes a gourmet upgrade with tips from an expert chef. This immersive cooking class blends Italian comfort food with high-end technique to create a memorable menu. Learn tips for making traditional chicken piccata and infusing creamy polenta with roasted garlic. Elevate asparagus with fragrant...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chinese Cravings
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make Chinese favorites at home that are better than your go-to takeout. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll discover restaurant-style secrets for preparing delicious Chinese classics. Warm up with hot and sour soup and mix savory batter for homemade scallion pancakes. The chef will share tips for working...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Gourmet Italian Sauces
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn tips for crafting classic sauces to enhance signature Italian dishes. This hands-on cooking class focuses on traditional sauces and dressings from Italian cuisine. Follow along with the chef as you create spicy tomato-based shrimp fra diavolo with linguine and dress Caprese salad with herby pesto vinaigrette....
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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.