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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Must-Know Pâtisserie Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get to grips with a trio of essential pâtisserie treats. Get hands-on with a trio of French pâtisserie classics in this exciting and immersive cooking class. With a world-class pastry chef leading the way, you’ll quickly unlock the skills required to make a trio of show-stopping treats. From Paris-Brest with...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Secrets from the Patisserie
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Become a patisserie master at a session focussed on fresh French pastries. Discover the traditions of classic French patisserie at an interactive cooking class. The session is led by a patisserie pro so you’ll be able to pick up lots of expert tips as you prepare laminated dough and shape it to produce crisp...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Kids Cooking Series
Sweet Baking Series for Future Foodies
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Culinary kids can recreate their bakeshop favorites in this exciting five-day summer baking series. Make this a summer your future foodies will remember forever with this exciting five-day cooking class series. Guided by a renowned chef, budding young bakers will learn to make cheesy bread, bake cookies and decorate...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Croissants For Your Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Work these classic French bakes into your home cooking regimen. With the handcrafted croissants you'll create in this in-person cooking class, your home kitchen becomes a working patisserie. Your master instructor demonstrates time-honored methods for making this French classic anytime you like. Discover how easy it...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Bakery-Worthy Breakfast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Level up your breakfast routine with homemade bakery-worthy pastries. Why make a bakery run when this cooking class can teach you to bake your favorite morning pastries at home? With an esteemed chef leading the way, you'll get hands-on with the time-honored techniques required to make a trio of indulgent morning...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Teens Cooking Series
Summer Series: Advanced Baking for Teens
$299
Cooking Class
$299
This five-day class is tailor-made for teens with a taste for baking. This five-day summer cooking class invites budding young bakers to explore the finer points of their favorite culinary craft. Guided by a renowned chef, they’ll master fundamental skills like food preparation and kitchen safety, before diving...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Fair Foodie Flair
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get set for the fair season with this fun and immersive sweet-themed cooking class. This cooking class is your all-access pass to the secrets of fairground cooking. With guidance from a renowned chef, you’ll learn to bring a taste of the carnival to your summer table. Specifically, you’ll master a trio of treats...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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French Pâtisserie Classics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unlock the essentials of French pâtisserie baking. Take a break from everyday baking and explore the arts of French pâtisserie in this relaxed, beginner-friendly cooking class. With help from a world-class pastry chef, you’ll quickly gain the skills you need to wow even your most discerning foodie friends. On the...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Croissant Craze
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unleash your inner pastry chef and master the art of flaky French pastries. Delve into the world of flaky, buttery goodness in this hands-on croissant Cooking Class. Expert chefs will guide participants through mixing, laminating, shaping, and baking perfect French croissants. Over 3 hours, attendees will hone their...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Dive Into Chocolate Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
If you like chocolate, you’ll absolutely love this dedicated-to-dessert culinary lesson. If dessert sometimes feels like an afterthought, this cooking class is sure to help turn your sweet treats into the highlight of your evening. In it, you’ll follow the lead of a renowned chef as they introduce you to the...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Classic Bakery Favorites - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Give your kids the chance to bake their favorite treats with this family-friendly class. How better to spend quality time together with your foodie family than by signing up for this exciting bakery-inspired cooking class? Designed for parents and kids aged seven and up, it’s guided by a world-class chef who’ll...
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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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