Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago, IL
Best Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago for your next culinary journey
Downtown Chicago is known for many things — its culture, music and of course, food. If you want to recreate some of these favorites in your own kitchen, join a cooking class in the area. You'll learn how to prepare amazing recipes in the comfort of your own home. Your dinner guests will appreciate the care and time you took to prepare the perfect meal. Expert chefs are looking forward to meeting you at a Downtown Chicago cooking class.
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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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Great for Groups of 11-30
Making Pizza by Hand
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Come together with your team to prepare artisan pizza completely from scratch. Eaten throughout the world, pizza enjoys a level of popularity rivaled by few foods. Despite its ubiquity, however, pizza made entirely from scratch remains a rare treat for most people.
In this team building cooking class, Chef Andy...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Fulton Market)
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Cozy Up With Pumpkin Treats
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake warm pumpkin donuts and whip up sweet seasonal ice cream. Join Chef Shirley or a talented resident chef in Chicago for a pumpkin-themed cooking class packed with fall flavor. You’ll create spiced pumpkin ice cream, baked donuts with glaze and a warm soufflé from scratch. Then, have fun building your own mini...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Spiced Pumpkin Delights for Autumn
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Mix your own spice blend and fall-inspired sweets from scratch. Discover cozy fall treats in this hands-on cooking class in Chicago. Craft spiced pumpkin ice cream, airy pumpkin soufflé and soft pumpkin donuts with tangy buttermilk glaze. You’ll also enjoy a bonus demo from Chef Eric or a talented resident chef on...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Epic Bites From Spain
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor the bold, savory spirit of Spanish food culture. Discover the flavors of Spain in this immersive cooking class in Chicago. With help from Chef Eric or one of the talented resident chefs, you’ll prepare chicken with piquillo pepper sauce, roasted potatoes with chorizo and Manchego and pimentón-braised kale...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Explore the Spirit of the French Quarter
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master New Orleans-style techniques in this flavorful cooking experience. Celebrate the flavors of New Orleans in this hands-on cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Guided by Chef Shirley, you’ll learn to make a hearty shrimp étouffée, red beans with Cajun spices and andouille sausage and crispy hushpuppies drizzled...
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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...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Great for Groups of 14-30
Mystery Basket Competition
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Challenge your teammates to a friendly competition with a mystery box challenge. Nothing brings out innovation and creativity quite like a competition, which is why in this unique team building experience with Chef Andy, you'll compete against your team members to determine who's a top-notch chef.
Your group will...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Fulton Market)
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Thanksgiving
Sensational Sushi Rolls
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Create your own authentic sushi filled with fresh ingredients and classic flavors. No need for reservations at your favorite sushi house when this hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet is on the menu. She'll share her secrets for assembling your own smashing sushi selections.
Begin by learning the traditional...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Great for Groups of 11-30
Spanish Paella Party
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
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
Chicago (Fulton Market)
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Craft a Grand Spanish Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Embrace vibrant flavors and soulful Spanish ingredients. Take yourself on a trip in this Spanish cooking class in Skokie (Chicago). Join Chef Shirley or one of the talented resident chefs to make garlicky chicken thighs with piquillo pepper sauce, roast potatoes with chorizo, olives and Manchego and braise kale and...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Perfect Pasta Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch In this cooking class, you’ll discover that there’s nothing more delicious than fresh pasta and making it yourself is much easier than you might think. A chef instructor will show you how to create the perfect pasta dough. Then, you’ll create flavorful fillings and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.