Couples Cooking Classes Downtown Chicago

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Hannah L. August, 2026

Booked the class Spanish Paella & Tapa Night with Chef Yani in Chicago (Logan Square)

My friend and I really enjoyed learning from Chef Yani! This was a fun and unique activity to do in the city and I highly recommend this class to everyone. The food was delish and Chef Yani was very patient and informative.

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Jasmine M. May, 2026

Booked the class Sushi Rolling for Beginners with Chef Alejandro in Chicago (West Town)

We made a cucumber and avocado maki, a crab salad maki, and a tuna handroll. We learned the procedure to create all of these and how to best handle the kitchenware needed. Chef Alejandro was great at first showing us each of the steps we needed to do, then mentoring us as we tried to replicate each of those steps. My partner and made such delicious rolls, and we are now motivated to apply these new skills at home. Chef Alejandro was great at making us feel welcome and taken cared of at his place, and took fun candid pictures of us as we were making our sushi. I highly recommend him for anyone that wants to learn how to make sushi and build great memories!

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James D. May, 2026

Booked the class Unforgettable French Spread with Chef Janet in Forest Park

We had a wonderful meal, Chef Janet was not only a great teacher but also wonderful company and a great person to have a conversation with!

Ivan P. September, 2026

Booked the class Mediterranean Coast Showcase with Chef Yani in Chicago (Logan Square)

The class never occured. The address that is given upon purchase is not the correct address to where the class is. I tried calling her on the interbox, no answer. I called her on the phone and she was very rude, even insulting me, asking if I knew the difference between North/South. Very unprofessional, would not recommend

Rafael N. October, 2026

Booked the class Spanish Paella & Tapa Night with Chef Yani in Chicago (Logan Square)

My partner and I booked a cooking class with Chef Yani for a cute, fun date night early in our relationship, but the experience was deeply disappointing. From the start, the atmosphere felt hostile. We arrived three minutes early, and when we knocked, Chef Yani opened the door, told us, "Class doesn't start for three more minutes, it's 5:57," and shut the door on us. Once inside her lovely home, rather than welcoming us, she opened with: "This is a cooking class... After we are done, this is not a restaurant. You cannot stay. You need to leave once we are finished and you eat." Throughout the session, the environment felt incredibly unwelcoming and rushed. Instead of creating a beginner-friendly space, Chef Yani micro-managed and judged everything I did, making verbatim comments like: "That's not how you slice a pepper." "You clearly have no patience in the kitchen, do you?" "Give me the knife" (before snatching it away to chop peppers for me). When I paused to check measurement markings on a measuring cup to pour a cup of rice, she let out a visibly annoyed sigh and snapped, "I will do it for you." When I politely reminded her that I was a beginner just trying my best, her tone shifted slightly, but for the rest of the night, she completely ignored me making eye contact only with my partner and the other couple. During dessert, while we were chatting with the other couple, she began aggressively washing and packing away dishes in a clear, indirect signal for us to wrap up and leave. I remained polite, shook her hand at the end, and enjoyed meeting the other couple, but the overall experience left me stressed and ridiculed in front of my partner. I still recommend CozyMeal as a platform, their customer service handled my feedback well, but I strongly advise against booking with Chef Yani for a date night or beginner class.

Rebecca Peltzer Miller . October, 2026

Booked the class Spanish Paella & Tapa Night with Chef Yani in Chicago (Logan Square)

My partner and I attended this class because we wanted to learn new ways to cook something simple and delicious. This was our first cooking class experience. At the beginning of the class, the atmosphere was tense. We arrived approximately four minutes early and had to knock on the door three times, only for the chef to come out and say, “the class starts at six, wait out here,” and close the door rather forcefully at us. When we went into the apartment, we at times felt rushed and the chef was, at one point, seemingly frustrated with how my partner was cutting the produce and did not let him to do it himself. She also appeared to be frustrated when he tried to measure out a cup of rice. As the evening went on, the environment did become less tense with the chef becoming more welcoming and the food was very delicious and simple to make. Unfortunately, this made my partner and I both nervous to attend another cooking class after this was our first experience. We are also still waiting for the recipes to be sent to us.

George . June, 2026

Booked the class Modern Italian Table with Chef Yani in Chicago (Logan Square)

Yanni was great, we had an amazing time and highly recommend

Yitzie L. August, 2025

Booked the class Hearty Vegan Feast with Chef Jane in Chicago (Lake View)

Jane was great!

Devesh S. October, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago

We had a lovely time learning from Chef Janet, would highly recommend!

Ellen B. January, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Logan Square)

We had SO much fun with Janet! She taught us a lot, was really kind and had great convo, and the food was delicious! She also left us absolutely nothing to clean up afterwards. We would absolutely book again. It was a great choice for my husband’s bday.

Gracie H. December, 2023

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (Edgewater)

Janet was a hoot. We had so much fun making dimsum and every dish was beyond delicious. I can't wait to whip out these recipes for my next dinner party!

Claire P. December, 2023

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago

Chef Janet was AWESOME! Booked her Dim Sum class for my 2 year anniversary. She comes with everything you could need (you need to supply nothing but a stove and microwave!) and then takes home all of the dirty pots and pans - no clean up was a lovely surprise. She is funny and great to talk to. Oh and most importantly, the food was delicious!

Matthew J. September, 2023

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Logan Square)

Our time with Chef Janet was nothing short of wonderful. It was a delightful experience to cook, converse, and create a wonderful memory with her. She was also very accommodating regarding potential dietary restrictions and made to share lots of useful techniques that could be used in our own cooking ventures. Please do yourself a favor and take one of her classes! You won’t regret it!

Derek B. September, 2023

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (Portage Park)

All of the reviews say how great Chef Janet is…they are 100% correct. She makes the class such a nice experience. She was great with our kids and she was super patient.

Adam S. July, 2023

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Lake View)

Chef Janet was great!

Annalise A. February, 2023

Booked the class Advanced Pasta Making with Chef Alex in Chicago

Chef Alex’s Advanced Pasta class was great! My boyfriend and I had a great time cooking with him - he is super personable & extremely knowledgeable with cooking tips & tricks. He brought everything we needed to make the recipes and did some great prep before hand to make sure class ran smoothly & on time. We would highly recommend his class to anyone interested! All of the dishes were SO DELICIOUS! Overall, great experience!!

Katie D. January, 2023

Booked the class Classic French Cuisine with Chef Alex in Chicago

Chef Alex was very knowledgeable and created a wonderful experience for us. I look forward to having another opportunity to do a class with him!

Heather M. December, 2022

Booked the class Classic Southern Staples with Chef Lawrencia in Chicago (Pilsen)

Very accessible recipes and delicious food. My husband already said he will be able to make the salmon croquettes again on his own!! Chef Lawrencia was really good at giving my husband and I different tasks and bouncing between our stations to keep us engaged and supervise the meal progression. We had a very nice evening.

Matt C. June, 2026

Booked the class Sushi Making at a Local Distillery with Chef Janet in Chicago (Norwood Park)

We had a great time at the sushi rolling class - so much so that we bought the ingredients right after!

Ali Calikoglu . May, 2026

Booked the class Sushi Rolling for Beginners with Chef Alejandro in Chicago (West Town)

We made sushi.

Adam M. May, 2026

Booked the class Mediterranean Coast Showcase with Chef Yani in Chicago (Logan Square)

Yanni is very welcoming and kind. She taught us different techniques and explained during every step of the dishes. Highly recommend!

shulman.jessica1@gmail.com . April, 2026

Booked the class Modern Italian Table with Chef Yani in Chicago (Logan Square)

Ricotta, braciole and panacota

Casen V. April, 2026

Booked the class Modern Italian Table with Chef Yani in Chicago (Logan Square)

Class was super fun and food was amazing! Super clean and neat home!

Alex L. March, 2026

Booked the class Spanish Paella & Tapa Night with Chef Yani in Chicago (Logan Square)

Chef Yani was very welcoming, energetic, and a great teacher. We made garlic shrimp and paella and I can’t wait to try it at home given how easy she made it seem!

Drew S. August, 2025

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Streeterville)

Janet was super friendly, brought everything we needed, and was super attentive to all our needs and questions. 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a fun cooking experience! The food was also delicious.

Wendy S. February, 2025

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago

Chef Janet was excellent from start to finish! She created a fun and engaging experience, guiding us through the preparation of a wonderful meal with plenty of laughs along the way. Her instructions were clear, making it easy to learn new techniques while enjoying the process. Not only was the food delicious, but she also left my kitchen spotless—like she had never even been there. I highly recommend Chef Janet for an amazing experience!

Evan A. February, 2025

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Loop)

Janet was fantastic! We had such a fun time learning the art of pasta/ravioli making with her. She comes well prepared with everything (including pots/pans you name it) and her culinary knowledge is exceptional. HIGHLY recommend using Chef Janet you will not regret it. She also went above and beyond to assist in some modifications for dietary restrictions. :)

Thomas L. December, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (River North)

Chef Janet was awesome! All of the food was so good, better than I've had in restaurants (Dim Sum). Janet was incredibly nice, instructive and great conversation. I would not have expected I'd be a semi-pro potsticker folder in such a short period of time, cooking is not my strong suit! I got this experience for my partner as a gift and she was so stoked. We would definitely do another cooking experience with Janet!

Justin S. November, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (West Town)

Chef Janet delivered a fantastic private dim sum cooking class! Her clear instructions and hands-on teaching style made the experience both educational and fun. She expertly explained each technique while keeping the atmosphere light with great conversation. The dim sum we prepared was delicious, and we learned how to recreate everything at home. Chef Janet maintained perfect cleanliness throughout and left the kitchen spotless. Her professionalism, combined with her warm personality, made for an outstanding cooking experience. Pros: - Expert instruction - Delicious results - Great conversation - Spotless cleanup - Fun atmosphere Highly recommend for anyone interested in learning dim sum cooking!

Mihoko S. October, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Lake View)

We had a wonderful ravioli & cannoli cooking class with Chef Janet! She was very well prepared, easygoing and fun to chat with, and taught us with clear and thoughtful instructions that will make it easy to recreate her delicious recipes in the future! Overall fantastic experience and would recommend to friends or as gifts!

Nancy V. August, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Near North)

Chef Janet was tremendous. She is an excellent chef and teacher with an easy-going style, making it fun and enjoyable. The beef and squash ravioli were wonderful, and I plan to try and make it again. I never knew that cannolis were so easy to make. (Hopefully, I can channel Chef Janet's technique!) I highly recommend Chef Janet for the rewarding and delicious experience of having a chef cook and instruct in your home!

Ryan S. August, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (West Town)

Chef Janet was fantastic! She taught us how to make cannoli's that were so delicious. The pasta was wonderful too and we learned a ton!

Jonathon K. June, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in New Lenox

Chef Janet was awesome! We were intimidated to make pasta, and it was great to see how easy it was (and delicious)!

Adrienne F. March, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (Uptown)

We had a GREAT time with Chef Janet! She made the entire process very fun and educational. The food was delicious and we've already tried some of the recipes we learned during our class on our own. I would HIGHLY recommend booking her services.

Gabriela G. March, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (West Town)

Chef Janet was amazing!! The dim sum experience was delicious - very tasty dumplings and sauces!!

Zach O. March, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Lemont

Janet was great, thank you!

Katie S. February, 2024

Booked the class French Caribbean Feast with Chef Jane in Chicago (Portage Park)

We were transported back to our honeymoon this evening after one bite of Chef Jane's incredible meal. She was on time and so friendly. After I showed her around the kitchen, she swiftly prepped a 3-course Caribbean feast for us. The plate presentation was a lovely final touch, and everything tasted amazing. Once finished, she cleaned up and was on her way. If I could afford to hire her for every meal, I 100% would. Can't wait to enjoy her expertise again.

Owen S. February, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (River North)

We had an amazing time with Chef Janet. Food was delicious, great conversation, and I will be making these dishes again! Highly recommend

Charlotte P. February, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (West Town)

This class was so fun! Chef Janet makes this class very easy and hassle free. Book it!

Ashley K. January, 2024

Booked the class Hearty Vegan Feast with Chef Jane in Chicago

Jane was wonderful! She was a great teacher and easy to talk to. She introduced us to new types of vegetables and ways of cooking them. Highly recommend for a fun night in.

Hamza A. January, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (South Loop)

Chef Janet was amazing! We had the best time with her and she has such great energy and stories for days. She explains the why and really accommodated some food restrictions for us to have an amazing meal.

Elbert H. January, 2024

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago (Loop)

Chef Janet did an amazing job for our dim sum class! I booked her as a surprise Christmas gift for my wife and I, and chef Janet was able to accommodate our dietary needs while tailoring the menu to our tastes. She was collaborative and open to trying new things with us, which we really appreciated. Chef Janet made a huge amount of food for the two of us, and was informative and engaging while teaching us techniques and answering our questions. She is an incredibly interesting individual with a plethora of life experience. We had an awesome time with chef Janet and would absolutely recommend her class to anyone!

Ellie K. January, 2024

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (North Center)

Chef Janet was so much fun! She makes cooking easy and accessible, and teaches you techniques that you can use any time. She was very prepared and was a joy to have in our home.

Marissa M. December, 2023

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Chicago (Lake View)

My boyfriend and I had a blast working with Chef Janet. She is extremely knowledgable and personable, and the food was delicious. I highly recommend!

david f. December, 2023

Booked the class Classic Beef Wellington with Chef Jane in Chicago (Near North)

Chef Jane was amazing!! We had such a fun time learning how to cook with her. The beef Wellington was very tasty! We learned so much. I can’t wait to take another one of her cooking classes.

Kyle L. December, 2023

Booked the class Homemade Pasta Methodology with Chef Janet in Winnetka

Chef Janet was amazing! Highly recommend this experience to anyone for a fun night out at "home".

Jianna L. December, 2023

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Chicago

Cooking with Chef Janet was a wonderful experience!! She is a wealth of knowledge, explains directions clearly and such a kind person!! We loved spending the night cooking with her!!

Joseph M. December, 2023

Booked the class Essential Dim Sum with Chef Janet in Des Plaines

Chef Janet was amazing! Very thorough and an excellent and patient teacher! The food was delicious and very well explained every step of the way.

Couples Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago

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Sushi Rolling for Beginners

Homemade Pasta Methodology

Spanish Paella & Tapa Night

Essential Dim Sum

Fresh Pasta Favorites

Cozy Ricotta Gnocchi

Homemade Pasta Methodology

Handmade Autumn Pasta

Make Pasta at a Local Distillery

What Downtown Chicago Couples cooking cooking classes on Cozymeal include

French Cooking Experiences

Romantic Provençal Dinner - Date Night

Unforgettable French Spread

Romantic French Countryside Dinner - Date Night

Cook a Romantic French Countryside Dinner - Date Night

Italian Cooking Experiences

Cozy Ricotta Gnocchi

Homemade Pasta Methodology

Handmade Autumn Pasta

Cozy Autumn in Italy - Date Night

Vegetarian Options

Cozy Ricotta Gnocchi

Handmade Autumn Pasta

Hearty Vegan Feast

Baking Favorites

Luxurious Steakhouse Special - Date Night

Gourmet Beef Wellington Evening - Date Night

Searing Steak Meal - Date Night

Showstopping Beef Wellington Dinner - Date Night

Spanish Cooking Experiences

Spain on Your Plate

Selections From Spain

Spanish Paella & Tapa Night

Other Couples Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago

Tokyo's Culinary Journey - Date Night

Steak for Two - Date Night

Bourbon Shallots and Seared Steak - Date Night

Homecooked Indian Cuisine

Knife Skills Booster

Sushi Making at a Local Distillery

A Memorable Night in Provence - Date Night

Top-Notch Cutting Techniques

Make Handcrafted Chocolates

Classic Handmade Dim Sum - Date Night

Fall in Italy - Date Night

Chef's Suite - Date Night

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