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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Elegant Surf and Turf Dinner - Date Night

$109
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$109
Craft a bold steakhouse-style menu in this cooking class. Enjoy a coastal-inspired steakhouse menu in this interactive cooking class in Chicago. With guidance from Chef Eric or a resident chef, you’ll grill steak and shrimp, prepare scallion pesto, season asparagus with chermoula and build a bright couscous side....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
88 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Fri, May 22nd at 4:00PM & other times
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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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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: Macarons with Mom Chicago Cooking Class: Macarons with Mom 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Macarons with Mom 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Macarons with Mom 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Macarons with Mom 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Macarons with Mom 6 slide
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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
4.8
88 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sat, May 23rd at 9:00AM & other times
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Traditional Pasta-Making

$75
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$75
Learn to make fresh pasta and homemade marinara from scratch in this hands-on class. If fresh, handmade pasta has been calling your name, this interactive cooking class with Chef Janet is the perfect place to start. Discover how a few simple pantry staples can become silky, delicious pasta and gain the confidence to...
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Chef Janet
5.0
96 Reviews
Chicago
Next Date: Mon, Jun 1st at 7:00PM
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Romantic Surf and Turf Feast - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook a refined surf-and-turf dinner for your next date night. Cook a balanced surf-and-turf menu in this fun cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Guided by Chef William or a resident chef, you’ll prepare grilled steak and shrimp, asparagus with chermoula, lemon herb couscous and a refreshing mocktail. End with...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
52 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Fri, May 22nd at 4:00PM & other times
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Mom’s Favorite Macarons

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore techniques for making perfect macarons every time. In this 3-hour cooking class, you’ll learn the skills to make elegant, delicious macarons. Led by the chef tutor, you’ll master making macaron batters in two flavors — peach and champagne and chocolate créme brûlée, before piping, baking and filling....
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
52 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sat, May 23rd at 9:00AM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi Making at a Local Distillery Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi Making at a Local Distillery 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi Making at a Local Distillery 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi Making at a Local Distillery 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi Making at a Local Distillery 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Sushi Making at a Local Distillery 6 slide
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Sushi Making at a Local Distillery

$75
Cooking Class
$75
Roll fresh sushi at a local distillery and master rice, fillings and hands-on technique. Roll into the world of sushi-making in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet, hosted inside a local distillery. Learn how fun and approachable homemade sushi can be as you practice basics like seasoning warm sushi rice and...
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Chef Janet
5.0
96 Reviews
Chicago
Next Date: Thu, Jun 25th at 5:30PM & other times
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An Evening in Paris - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take your date for a dinner in Paris in this cooking class. Transport your date to the cobbled streets of Paris by joining this date night An Evening in Paris cooking class. You and your date will be joined by a top-rated chef who will guide you through the menu. Together, you'll create a luxurious meal of seared...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
88 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sat, May 23rd at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings 6 slide
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Learn to Make Fresh Dumplings

$75
Cooking Class
$75
Unlock the art of dumpling-making in this fun, hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet. You'll discover how simple it is to create silky dough, flavorful fillings and perfectly folded dumplings right in your own kitchen. Whether you prefer a savory meat mix or a tasty vegetarian version, you’ll learn techniques that...
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Chef Janet
5.0
96 Reviews
Chicago (Norwood Park)
Next Date: Thu, Oct 15th at 5:30PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Staple Breads Chicago Cooking Class: Staple Breads 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Staple Breads 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Staple Breads 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Staple Breads 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Staple Breads 6 slide
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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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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
88 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sun, May 24th at 10:00AM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Romantic French Meal - Date Night Chicago Cooking Class: Romantic French Meal - Date Night 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Romantic French Meal - Date Night 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Romantic French Meal - Date Night 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Romantic French Meal - Date Night 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Romantic French Meal - Date Night 6 slide
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Romantic French Meal - Date Night

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Spoil your loved one with a romantic French meal. Whisk your loved one away to a romantic meal in Paris from the heart of your kitchen in this romantic French meal cooking class. In this hands-on class, you'll prepare an intimate meal together under the guidance of a gourmet chef. Start with searing scallops and...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
52 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sat, May 23rd at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Refined French Essentials Chicago Cooking Class: Refined French Essentials 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Refined French Essentials 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Refined French Essentials 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Refined French Essentials 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Refined French Essentials 6 slide
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Refined French Essentials

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to cook timeless French classics in this hands-on class. Learn classic techniques at the heart of French cuisine in this hands-on cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Prepare pan-roasted chicken breasts with white wine sauce, oven-roasted crispy potatoes and steamed artichokes served with homemade lemon aioli....
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
52 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Wed, May 27th at 7:00PM
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