Pastry Classes in Downtown Chicago
Downtown Chicago's pastry classes offer an assortment of experiences as varied as pastry counters themselves. Even those without a sweet tooth can perfect their flaky shepherd's pie crust. For the rest of us, such culinary adventures are a foray into the land of cream puffs, éclairs, danishes and bear claws. This list barely scratches the surface — many countries have an array of little-known delights professional chefs can introduce you to. Your morning coffee will never be boring again.
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From Savory to Sweet Bakes
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn the basics of baking from savory breads to sweet desserts with gluten-free options available. This cooking class introduces you to the fundamentals of baking, with a focus on creating versatile and flavorful doughs. Chef Janet’s step-by-step guidance makes this session perfect for bakers of all skill...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Magnificent Madeleines
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create your own perfect Parisian pastries in this DIY madeleines class. Make your own rich, buttery madeleines, perfect to enjoy with coffee or on their own as a sweet treat, in this hands-on cooking class. Led by a world-class baker, this interactive class is perfect for any interest or skill...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Mother's Day
Madeleines Made Easy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to craft delectable French desserts with ease. Discover how delicious authentic Madeleines can be in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make bite-sized buttery cakes. Use fresh ingredients to add modern flavors to this delectable dessert. Plus, learn baking skills that will...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Mother's Day
Fresh-Baked Danish Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
These authentic bakes are the perfect addition to your breakfast table or dessert tray. Add something new to your morning coffee or teatime treats with a cooking class showcasing delicious danish creations. You'll turn handcrafted pastry dough into pockets loaded with luscious cream cheese filling and pinwheel treats...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Seasonal Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make your own fresh spring macarons with help from a chef. In this seasonal cooking class, you’ll create fresh, flaky French macarons inspired by the flavors and ingredients of springtime. You’ll even get to craft the perfect flavor fillings to complement your...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Macarons in Spring
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore authentic French baking to make decadent macarons. Master the art of macarons in this immersive cooking class. An expert chef instructor will teach you the recipe to whip up the batter from scratch. Plus, learn the techniques to pipe and bake the treats to perfection. You'll use fresh ingredients to make...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Modern Specialty Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Give the classic croissant a contemporary touch with tantalizing sweet and savory additions. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll practice the art of laminated dough with tips from an expert chef. Once you've mastered the process for making classic croissant dough, you'll use your buttery dough to create savory...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Fun Flavorful Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Draw flavor inspiration from these creative croissants. What flavor sensations will you create with the skills in this hands-on cooking class? The chef will teach you how to properly form classic croissant dough to infuse with sweet and savory additions. Practice working different ingredients into your treats by...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Pie Dough Creations
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the possibilities of pie dough with a variety of creative treats. This hands-on cooking class highlights the versatility of pie dough as a base for sweet and savory delights. The chef teaches the essentials for making perfect pie dough to fill with wild mushrooms or berries to make rustic galettes. Fold...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Dreamy Creamy Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Dip into cool, creamy seasonal treats. This dessert-focused cooking class celebrates light, fruity sweets perfect for warm, sunny days. Drawing inspiration from global cuisines, the chef teaches you to make classic treats to delight family and friends. Learn the secrets of a perfectly-soaked tres leches cake and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Pie Crust Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the possibilities of pie crust with fun and unique creations. This hands-on cooking class will have you thinking outside of the pie pan with creative uses for pie dough. Follow along with the chef as you master basic techniques for forming the perfect dough, then transform your base into rustic galettes with...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Sunny Day Sweets
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft cool, creamy and comforting desserts perfect for a summer’s day. In this hands-on cooking class, an expert chef shares tips and techniques for upgrading your dessert repertoire with classic treats. Learn to make tres leches cake, a sweet and creamy Mexican favorite and draw inspiration from Italy with a yogurt...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
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