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: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 6 slide
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Favorites for the Summer Cookout

$89
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$89
Elevate your favorite dishes for cookouts all summer long. You'll be the new cookout master after this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you recipes to elevate cookout classics like coleslaw and potato salad. Plus, you'll learn how to make a homemade glaze for ribs that will have everyone coming...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Mon, May 27th at 1:00PM
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Beginner Pasta Making

$89
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$89
Learn to create your own versions of Italian favorites with this pasta masterclass. You’re guaranteed to never have to buy pasta again thanks to this fun, practical cooking class. Step-by-step, you’ll be taught to make pasta dough, before rolling and shaping two iconic pastas, pappardelle and tortellini. You’ll...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Tue, May 28th at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: From the New England Coast 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: From the New England Coast 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: From the New England Coast 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: From the New England Coast 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: From the New England Coast 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: From the New England Coast 6 slide
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From the New England Coast

$89
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$89
Take a culinary trip to the New England coast. Explore the flavors of coastal New England in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make traditional crab cakes from scratch. You'll learn the proper way to handle shellfish and techniques to pan-fry it until golden brown. Plus, pair a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Mon, May 27th at 4:00PM
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Donuts From Scratch

$89
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$89
Save yourself a trip to the donut shop with this exciting baking session. Donut fans will swoon for this super-sweet hands-on cooking class commemorating a true American original. You'll have guidance from a top-level local chef as you learn to make your own dough and turn it into classic donuts with fresh fillings...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, Jun 2nd at 10:00AM & other times
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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
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Tue, May 28th at 4:00PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 6 slide
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Italian American Celebration - Family Fun

$69
Cooking Class
$69
Bring your culinary crew to the kitchen for a family-friendly lesson in Italian cooking. Share a session with your youngest helpers in a hands-on cooking class that helps bring classic Old World flavor to your home table. You and your family will enjoy an easy-going session with a top-shelf local chef while learning...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, Jun 2nd at 1:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tantalizing Thai 6 slide
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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
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Tue, May 28th at 7:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Restaurant-Style Dim Sum 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Restaurant-Style Dim Sum 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Restaurant-Style Dim Sum 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Restaurant-Style Dim Sum 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Restaurant-Style Dim Sum 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Restaurant-Style Dim Sum 6 slide
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Restaurant-Style Dim Sum

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Classic Chinese flavors merge to become a spread you won't want to miss. Lovers of Chinese cuisine will adore this hands-on cooking class centered on the traditions of dim sum. Learn to make fresh dough for hand-crafted dumplings and prepare sweet and savory elements to fill them with. You'll follow traditional...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Mon, Jun 3rd at 7:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 6 slide
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Classic Donuts

$89
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$89
Relive your childhood love as you cook up a delectable bunch of donuts. Prepare for a donut extravaganza in this Classic Donut-special cooking class! Join the class for a hands-on experience as you delve into creating sweet treats with professional guidance from the expert instructor. From Classic Glazed Donuts to...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sun, Jun 2nd at 10:00AM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 6 slide
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Traditional Indian Dining

$89
Cooking Class
$89
From around the world comes a sensational menu featuring all the favorite flavors of India. Tap into the hearty heritage of India's delicious dining culture in a hands-on cooking class that brings this unique cuisine to your home table. Your instructor is well-versed in the customs of the region and will share...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Tue, Jun 4th at 7:00PM & other times
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Italian American Recipes - Family Fun

$69
Cooking Class
$69
Whip up healthy comfort-food for a fun day out with your family. Give your children a peek at other cultures as you try out delicious Italian American treats in a family-friendly cooking class. Let your kids join in as you bring together the dough for Fettucine Alfredo and cook parmesan-dunked chicken with a generous...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sun, Jun 2nd at 1:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi For Starters 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi For Starters 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi For Starters 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi For Starters 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi For Starters 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi For Starters 6 slide
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Sushi For Starters

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Even culinary newcomers can get in on the sweet and simple excitement of handmade sushi. The art of homemade sushi is a practice chefs of all skill levels can slice into, thanks to this informative in-person cooking class. Work with a top-level sushi master as you learn to slice, fill and roll a selection of classic...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Thu, Jun 6th at 7:00PM & other times
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