Italian Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago

Italy is home to amazing architecture, arts and culture. It’s also known for its delectable dishes which are often the focal point of family gatherings. Join expert chefs in Downtown Chicago for a tour of Italy’s finest foods in an Italian cooking class. You’ll learn how to perfectly roast vegetables and create mouthwatering sauces, make fresh pasta and create Italian staples like caprese and antipasto platters, pizza and more. Head to Downtown Chicago for a taste of Italy today!
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Italian Masterclass: Scratch-Made Ravioli
$89
Cooking Class
$89
If you’ve always wanted to make your own pasta, this ravioli workshop is for you! Bring a taste of Italy to your home kitchen in this immersive and hands-on cooking class. Under the tutelage of an esteemed chef, you’ll learn to make, roll and fill fresh pasta dough. You’ll create not just one, but two pasta...
Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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A Taste of Italian Classics
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Master sautéing, pan-sauce creation and assembling authentic Italian desserts. Discover the flavors of Italy in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet. Perfect for food enthusiasts, this class highlights essential techniques for crafting authentic Italian dishes.
Begin with bruschetta topped with tomatoes and...
Verified Chef
Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Dishes From the Tuscan Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Harness the timeless flavors of Tuscany in this immersive chef-led class. Take a trip to Tuscany without even packing a bag when you sign up to this dedicated cooking class. Led by a world-class chef, you’ll learn authentic recipes such as osso buco with herb gremolata, creamy Parmesan polenta and roasted broccolini...
Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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A Guide to Tuscan Gastronomy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Level up your cooking with a gastronomic taste of Tuscany. Take the chance to master the art of Tuscan cooking in this dedicated and immersive cooking class. Led by an esteemed chef, you’ll master an array of savory dishes that are sure to be the talk of your table. Think osso buco with herb gremolata, creamy...
Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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From Dough to Delicious Pizza
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Start with Caprese salad and craft pizzas with personalized toppings. In this cooking class, Chef Janet invites you to discover the secrets of authentic pizza-making. From dough preparation to topping selection, this culinary lesson covers every step to create the ultimate pizza experience.
Start with a refreshing...
Verified Chef
Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Saucy Meatballs and Spaghetti - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Involve the family to create fun and wholesome family heirloom recipes. Bring the family and enjoy a family fun saucy meatballs and spaghetti cooking class. A top-rated chef will guide you on how to make a fresh tomato sauce from scratch using tomatoes, onion, herbs and garlic. Add your homemade mini meatballs into...
Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Italian Summer Table Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master iconic Italian dishes in this seasonal chef-led class. Learn to prepare dishes worthy of your favorite Tuscan trattoria when you sign up for this immersive, sun-soaked Italian cooking class. Guided by a world-class chef, you’ll learn time-honored Italian techniques, rustling up an authentic menu of wild...
Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Inspired Italian Favorites - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Spend time in the kitchen with your family. Do something fun with the whole family by joining this Italian favorites cooking class. In this fun and hands-on class, you'll get to prepare a meal of spaghetti and mini meatballs. By the end of the class, you and your family will have improved chopping skills by creating a...
Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Crafting Italian Pasta From Scratch
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Craft tagliatelle or gnocchi pasta with a tomato basil sauce and finish with tiramisù. This cooking class is the perfect opportunity to learn the secrets of authentic Italian pasta-making. Chef Janet will teach you essential techniques for creating fresh, flavorful dishes with confidence.
Begin with a classic...
Verified Chef
Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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A Taste of Italian Sunshine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Imbue your cooking with the sun-soaked flavors of Italy. If you’re looking to shake up your meal routine with a taste of sun-soaked Italy, this cooking class might just be the way to do it. In it, you’ll learn under the instruction of an esteemed chef. You’ll quickly master the techniques you need to make savory...
Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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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...
Verified Chef
Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Perfecting the Art of Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add some Italian flair to your home cooking with scratch-made ravioli. Take a leaf out of the Italian cookbook in this exciting and hands-on cooking class. Following the lead of a world-class chef, you’ll quickly learn to make, roll and fill fresh pasta dough. You’ll then create a crowd-pleasing Italian menu,...
Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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