Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
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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Homemade Pasta Methodology
$95
Cooking Class
$95
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...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Team Building Activity
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
Chicago (Fulton Market)
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Simply Showstopping Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Throw away your complicated cookbooks and keep it simple but impressive nonetheless. Embrace the beauty of simplicity in this hands-on cooking class. Delicious meals don’t have to be complicated! You'll learn to create a flavorful chicken dish infused with 40 cloves of garlic, paired with rich brown butter mashed...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Festive Mexican Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Breakdown the process of fresh tamales, from masa to filling and more. Master the art of making fresh tamales in this cooking class. A chef instructor will guide you through the techniques for creating tamales from scratch using fresh masa. Craft two flavorful fillings with savory meat and creamy cheeses topped with...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Team Building Activity
Making Sushi From Scratch
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
Work together to become a team of maki sushi masters in this hands-on sushi workshop. In this team building class, Chef Andy will be your guide as you and your team work together to learn how to roll your own sushi and make other Japanese favorites from scratch.
Chef Andy will focus on teaching your team how to...
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Chef Andy
Chicago (Fulton Market)
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Lobster Ravioli for Two - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Dinner doesn't get more romantic than this gourmet Italian menu made for two. Treat yourself and your sweet someone to a session of exquisite culinary craft in this hands-on date night cooking class. Your exceptional instructor hosts a course where you'll create gourmet lobster ravioli in a sumptuous white sauce, a...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Artisan Tuscan Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make Italian cuisine while having fun. Discover the time-honored flavors of Italy in a hands-on cooking class. Master new skills in the kitchen while making restaurant-quality dishes under the instruction of a five-star professional chef. Start with a roasted tomato and olive crostini followed by strip steak...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Team Building Activity
Forging Fresh Pasta
$149
Team Building Activity
$149
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
Chicago (Fulton Market)
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French Confections: Classic Macrons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create classic French macrons from scratch and guided by a professional 5-star chef. Create macrons in this engaging cooking class. A 5-star chef guides you through classic French techniques and helps you master the art of creating these sweet confections. Prepare two varieties for you to show off to your friends....
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Spanish Paella Celebration
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Go on a unique culinary journey celebrating Spain's most beloved dish: Paella. During this cooking class, you'll create delightful Spanish dishes. You'll begin by preparing a variety of fresh and flavorful ingredients. Next, you'll create golden rice spiced with aromatics and add fresh vegetables. You'll pair it with...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Festive Holiday Ravioli Making
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to sprinkle that festive touch on a classic ravioli recipe. Ever wondered if you can make ravioli more holiday-appropriate, well then this cooking class is for you. Learn to make butternut squash ravioli tossed in a vibrant arugula walnut pesto and ricotta ravioli served with a savory tomato-pancetta sauce....
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Holiday Feast From Around the World
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover seasonal flavors from different countries. Expand your knowledge of holiday cuisines with a global cooking glass. Discover hearty flavors from around the world under the instruction of a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Start with a refreshing arugula salad topped with roasted squash...
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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.