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.
Covid-19 Safety Precautions
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 an additional fee. Alternatively, check out the fully interactive Online Experiences on Cozymeal!
- Chef Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
- Social Distancing Friendly
- Chef Requires Proof of Vaccine
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Seasoning Basics
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn how to bring out the flavor of your food through seasoning. Master the art of seasoning in this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to use freshly ground salt and pepper in your cooking to help bring out the flavors and aromas. First, learn how to ground these seasonings. Then, you'll...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Unlock Perfect Seasoning
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Elevate your skills by mastering proper seasoning. Perfect seasoning is the key to unlocking flavor, both in savory and sweet dishes, as you’ll learn in this cooking class. Kick things off with a pepper-crusted steak, before moving onto salted caramel sauce poured over ice cream. Plus, at the end of the session,...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Tantalizing Thai
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take a culinary journey to Thailand to craft classic dishes. You'll learn how to make authentic Thai dishes in this cooking class. A chef will teach you how to balance the flavors of Thai cuisine while also learning the time-honored cooking techniques. You'll learn how to make a classic pad Thai and fry shrimp until...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Chinese Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to craft your favorite Chinese dishes with authentic recipes. Explore Chinese cuisine in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make your favorite dishes by using fresh ingredients and aromatic herbs. Learn the recipe for making hot and sour soup and the technique for crafting...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chinese Takeout Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Put your own spin on classic Chinese fare in this insightful class. Embark on a culinary journey through the bold tastes of China with this informative and engaging cooking class. Led by a pro chef, you’ll uncover some of the tips and techniques used in Chinese cookery and use them to create some quintessential...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Chicken Dinner Sicilian Style
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Impress your friends and family with this Italian inspired feast. Infuse your next dinner party with a taste of Sicilian sunshine thanks to this engaging cooking class. Working alongside a pro chef, you’ll produce a whole menu of Italian classics, beginning with Chicken Piccata served with asparagus, truffles and...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Mastering Puff Pastry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the art of making puff pastry for delectable desserts. You'll learn how to make puff pastry like a professional in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to whip up the dough from scratch, plus how to laminate it for a rich and flaky texture. You'll make a mille-feuille with...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Knife Skills Fundamentals
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Elevate your cooking with a session dedicated to knife skills. Building fundamental kitchen skills is a great way to develop your cooking confidence, and that’s exactly what you’ll do in this practical cooking class devoted to knife expertise. Led by a pro chef, you’ll learn the techniques, and get some tricks...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Pasta From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
You'll never want to make pasta from a box after making it from scratch. Learn how easy making your pasta is in this cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to turn flour, water, eggs and salt into dough. You'll also learn the techniques to knead and shape the dough into pappardelle and tortellini. Then,...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Perfect Puff Pastry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your bakes with a puff pastry masterclass. Discover the secret to beautifully flaky puff pastry every time with this 3-hour cooking class. Led by a pastry expert, you’ll get to grips with layering butter and dough to produce a rich, crumbly base and use it to make sweet and savory dishes — decadent...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Macarons with Mom
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the secret to crafting decadent macarons. Master the art of crafting macarons in this special mother-child cooking class. A chef will teach you the recipes and techniques for creating this decadent and delicate dessert. You'll make peach and champagne and chocolate crème brûlee macarons while learning how to...
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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.