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: Great British Baking 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking 6 slide
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Great British Baking

$89
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$89
Add to your baking repertoire by indulging in some British classics. Embark on a culinary journey to Britain in this fun-filled British cooking class. Tea-time treats are a charming aspect of British culture and you'll be delving into some classics like the Victoria sponge cake generously layered with strawberry jam...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Mon, Jun 3rd at 10:00AM & other times
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Pasta From Scratch

$89
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$89
Nothing tops the handcrafted pasta you'll create in this fun and practical session. Indulge in a hearty helping of Old-World culinary craft thanks to this hands-on cooking class focused on the pasta-making process. Your capable chef instructor will show you how to turn out your dough, transform it into two pasta forms...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sat, Jun 8th at 1:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Culinary Mastery 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Culinary Mastery 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Culinary Mastery 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Culinary Mastery 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Culinary Mastery 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Culinary Mastery 6 slide
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Cast Iron Culinary Mastery

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add to your culinary endeavors by mastering cast iron cooking with professional guidance. Cooking summertime specials is what you will do in a special Cast Iron cooking class. You'll be given informative tidbits about using the cast iron skillet by a professional Chef instructor as you prepare to explore summer...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Mon, Jun 3rd at 4:00PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Three Must-Have Desserts 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Three Must-Have Desserts 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Three Must-Have Desserts 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Three Must-Have Desserts 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Three Must-Have Desserts 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Three Must-Have Desserts 6 slide
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Three Must-Have Desserts

$89
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$89
Bake up a tasty trio of essential sweet treats to make your menu even sweeter. If your dessert tray is crying out for a sugary infusion of new flavors, this interactive cooking class is just what the chef ordered! Give yourself the gift of guided instruction while mastering methods for crafting sinful dark chocolate...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, Jun 9th at 10:00AM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Delicious Dim Sum 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Delicious Dim Sum 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Delicious Dim Sum 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Delicious Dim Sum 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Delicious Dim Sum 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Delicious Dim Sum 6 slide
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Delicious Dim Sum

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare to stun your guests and family with your hidden dim sum making talent. Take on this Dim Sum cooking class if you're looking to explore new cuisine. You'll learn how to form the dough, fold and pleat to form circular layers, and then steam the buns to perfection for a wholesome taste. A Chef instructor will...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Mon, Jun 3rd at 7:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 6 slide
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Italian With a Rustic Touch

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Come down to Earth with an elegantly earthy meal that merges farm and field. Set your table with something special in an interactive cooking class that makes the most of rustic Italian tradition. From brick-seared rosemary chicken to creamy, authentic risotto to strawberries and custard, every dish is a tribute to the...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, Jun 9th at 1:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Indian Restaurant Favorites 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Indian Restaurant Favorites 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Indian Restaurant Favorites 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Indian Restaurant Favorites 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Indian Restaurant Favorites 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Indian Restaurant Favorites 6 slide
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Indian Restaurant Favorites

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Upgrade your cooking repertoire by diving into the delectable Indian cuisine. Spice up your family's dinner routine as you cook some of the most popular Indian restaurant dishes in this special cooking class. Step into the world of Indian cuisine and learn to make lip-smacking Vegetable Samosas, aromatic Chana Masala,...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Tue, Jun 4th at 7:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Spanish Paella From Scratch 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Spanish Paella From Scratch 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Spanish Paella From Scratch 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Spanish Paella From Scratch 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Spanish Paella From Scratch 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Spanish Paella From Scratch 6 slide
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Spanish Paella From Scratch

$89
Cooking Class
$89
One of the world's most loved dishes becomes your new homemade favorite. Whether you're creating a crisp socarrat bottom for your rice layer or infusing the pan with the aromatic essence of saffron, you'll learn every step in the paella making process in this eye-opening cooking class. Filled with chicken, sausage,...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, Jun 9th at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Midsummer Steak Dinner 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Midsummer Steak Dinner 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Midsummer Steak Dinner 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Midsummer Steak Dinner 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Midsummer Steak Dinner 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Midsummer Steak Dinner 6 slide
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Midsummer Steak Dinner

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Give your steak a refreshing twist with seasonal flavors. Steak, potatoes, a salad and a dessert — these are the dishes you'll be cooking in this dinner-special cooking class. You'll be creating a wholesome meal with a flavorful grilled flank steak, tomato and charred zucchini salad with feta, herby potatoes with a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Wed, Jun 5th at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Crafty Microbrew Menu for Dad 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Crafty Microbrew Menu for Dad 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Crafty Microbrew Menu for Dad 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Crafty Microbrew Menu for Dad 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Crafty Microbrew Menu for Dad 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Crafty Microbrew Menu for Dad 6 slide
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Crafty Microbrew Menu for Dad

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Artisan beer becomes an essential ingredient in a variety of flavorful dad-ready recipes. Beer and bar bites become a singular dining sensation in an exciting cooking class custom-made for dads who love suds of all sorts! Collaborate with your best guy on a meal that adds layers of hop-infused flavor to honey-glazed...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sat, Jun 15th at 1:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh Pasta at Home 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh Pasta at Home 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh Pasta at Home 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh Pasta at Home 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh Pasta at Home 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fresh Pasta at Home 6 slide
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Fresh Pasta at Home

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fall in love with pasta all over again with this home-style pasta-making class. Calling all pasta lovers for a fun-filled Pasta-making cooking class! Learn the secrets of crafting hand-cut pasta with Truffle Oil and Parmesan creations, the classic Orecchiette with zesty tomato sauce and some indulgent spicy Italian...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.9
36 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sat, Jun 8th at 1:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 1 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 6 slide
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Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun

$69
Cooking Class
$69
Dad deserves a joyous day in the kitchen, celebrating with his favorite kitchen helpers. Give the big guy a high-flying Father's Day meal in a kid-friendly cooking class with fast casual dining on the menu. Your little chefs share a session with dad, grandpa, uncle or brother, culinary fun that includes making wings,...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
4.6
28 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, Jun 16th at 1:00PM
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