Fun Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago

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Professional chefs lead fun cooking classes in Downtown Chicago and you won’t want to miss it. These classes are specifically designed to entertain guests while preparing whimsical foods. You’ll enjoy a class with an amusing chef and learn how to prepare these foods in your own home for an unforgettable dinner party. Whether it’s by yourself or with a group of friends, head to a Downtown Chicago location for an unforgettable evening.


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Chicago Team Building Activity: Spanish Paella Party Chicago Team Building Activity: Spanish Paella Party 2 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Spanish Paella Party 3 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Spanish Paella Party 4 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Spanish Paella Party 5 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Spanish Paella Party 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 14-30

Spanish Paella Party

$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Enjoy the communal experience of preparing paella in this hands-on culinary team building experience. Paella is not only characterized by it's saffron-scented rice and distinct pan, but also by the festivities that surround it. Paella brings people together, and in this team building class, Chef Andy invites your team...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
383 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Wed, May 13th at 6:30PM & 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
86 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Fri, May 15th at 9:00AM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Family Made Pizza - Family Fun Chicago Cooking Class: Family Made Pizza - Family Fun 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Family Made Pizza - Family Fun 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Family Made Pizza - Family Fun 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Family Made Pizza - Family Fun 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Family Made Pizza - Family Fun 6 slide
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Family Made Pizza - Family Fun

$69
Cooking Class
$69
Make some memories in this fun family friendly workshop. Discover how much fun making your own pizza can be with this hands-on cooking class the whole family will love. Working side by side, adults and kids will mix up a proper pizza dough, add toppings and bake to make delicious memories and pizza so good that...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
51 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sat, May 16th at 1:00PM
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Chicago Team Building Activity: Forging Fresh Pasta Chicago Team Building Activity: Forging Fresh Pasta 2 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Forging Fresh Pasta 3 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Forging Fresh Pasta 4 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Forging Fresh Pasta 5 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Forging Fresh Pasta 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 14-30

Forging Fresh Pasta

$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Learn how to craft a complete pasta meal in this incredible team building experience! There is nothing quite like fresh, homemade pasta, and this team building class is perfect for any group looking to connect over the creation and enjoyment of a good pasta-centric meal. You and your team will be immersed in all...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
383 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Wed, May 13th at 6:30PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Mediterranean Small Bites Chicago Cooking Class: Mediterranean Small Bites 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mediterranean Small Bites 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mediterranean Small Bites 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mediterranean Small Bites 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mediterranean Small Bites 6 slide
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Mediterranean Small Bites

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the Mediterranean through delicious dishes. Transport yourself to the Mediterranean in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make a mezze platter bursting with Mediterranean flavors. You'll learn how to use spices and aromatic ingredients to make baba ghanoush and spanakopita....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
86 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Fri, May 15th at 1:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Primavera Italian Favorites Chicago Cooking Class: Primavera Italian Favorites 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Primavera Italian Favorites 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Primavera Italian Favorites 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Primavera Italian Favorites 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Primavera Italian Favorites 6 slide
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Primavera Italian Favorites

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Embrace Italian flavors and the funniest produce in this enjoyable session. Increase your dinner party repertoire with a cooking class dedicated to the finest Italian springtime dishes. Following your chef instructor’s lead, you’ll make fresh pasta and top it with a shrimp and fresh herb sauce bursting with...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
51 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Sun, May 17th at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Make Pasta at a Local Distillery 6 slide
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Make Pasta at a Local Distillery

$75
Cooking Class
$75
Learn to make fresh pasta and top it with a garden marinara sauce. Join Chef Janet for a hands-on cooking class where you'll learn to craft fresh pasta from scratch. You'll mix flour and eggs into silky dough, knead it until it's just right, let it rest, then roll it out to the perfect thickness. Once you've nailed...
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Chef Janet
5.0
95 Reviews
Chicago
Next Date: Thu, May 21st at 5:30PM & other times
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Chicago Cooking Class: From-Scratch Pizzeria - Family Fun Chicago Cooking Class: From-Scratch Pizzeria - Family Fun 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: From-Scratch Pizzeria - Family Fun 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: From-Scratch Pizzeria - Family Fun 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: From-Scratch Pizzeria - Family Fun 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: From-Scratch Pizzeria - Family Fun 6 slide
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From-Scratch Pizzeria - Family Fun

$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn how to make homemade pizza better than your favorite local pizza joint. Make memories and delicious pizza in this family-friendly cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you the recipe to whip up pizza dough from scratch and the technique to knead it. You'll top your creations with sauce, melty cheese and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
86 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sat, May 16th at 1:00PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Vibrant Spanish Paella Feast Chicago Cooking Class: Vibrant Spanish Paella Feast 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Vibrant Spanish Paella Feast 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Vibrant Spanish Paella Feast 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Vibrant Spanish Paella Feast 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Vibrant Spanish Paella Feast 6 slide
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Vibrant Spanish Paella Feast

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a rustic Spanish feast in this hands-on class. Explore the flavors of Spain in this interactive cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). With guidance from Chef William or a resident chef, you’ll cook two styles of paella, one featuring seafood and one with chicken and chorizo. You’ll focus on building flavor in...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
4.3
51 Reviews
Skokie
Next Date: Thu, May 21st at 4:00PM & other times
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Chicago Team Building Activity: Festive Seasonal Spread Chicago Team Building Activity: Festive Seasonal Spread 2 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Festive Seasonal Spread 3 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Festive Seasonal Spread 4 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Festive Seasonal Spread 5 slide Chicago Team Building Activity: Festive Seasonal Spread 6 slide
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Great for Groups of 14-30

Festive Seasonal Spread

$169
Team Building Activity
$169
Get your group in on the holiday spirit with a collaborative seasonal menu. 'Tis the season to bring the gang together in the kitchen for a team building cooking class with real sparkle! Chef Andy leads you through a party spread that celebrates the best of wintertime flavor. Your team will enjoy a selection of hors...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
5.0
383 Reviews
Chicago (Fulton Market)
Next Date: Sat, Jun 6th at 11:00AM & 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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Pop-up Class

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
95 Reviews
Chicago (Norwood Park)
Next Date: Thu, Oct 15th at 5:30PM
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Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Italian Flavors Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Italian Flavors 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Italian Flavors 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Italian Flavors 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Italian Flavors 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Springtime Italian Flavors 6 slide
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Springtime Italian Flavors

$99
Cooking Class
$99
Explore Italian cuisine through fresh spring flavors. Get a new look at Italian cuisine in this immersive cooking class. A chef will teach you how to make pasta from scratch and use fresh spring ingredients to make a sauce to pair with it. Plus, you'll make a fruity dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth. Improve your...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
86 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
Next Date: Sun, May 17th at 4:00PM & other times
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