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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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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Portuguese-Spanish Fusion Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the similarities and differences between Portuguese and Spanish cuisines. Take a trip to the western countries of the Mediterranean in this cooking class. A chef will teach you how Spanish and Portuguese cuisines are similar and how they differ. Make piri piri chicken and a refreshing salad topped with Spanish...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Springtime Italian Dinner Party
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Impress your family and friends with a menu full of delicious Italian inspired dishes. In this practical cooking class, you’ll learn some fundamentals of Italian cuisine as you prepare farfalle pasta from scratch, adding herbs to the dough for a vibrant twist, as well as a deliciously fresh and vibrant salad with...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Springtime Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft beautiful and delicious macarons inspired by springtime. You'll learn how to make macarons from scratch in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make flower-shaped macrons with springtime flavors. You'll make lemon and white chocolate and strawberry macarons by whipping up a...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Elegant Flower Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a spring inspired macaron masterclass. Let your inner pâtissière bloom with this 3-hour cooking class focused on beautiful flower macarons. Following the chef instructor you’ll discover the secrets to the perfect macaron, from making the batter and piping graceful floral shapes to...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Ticket to Tuscan Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Grab a gourmet getaway to the bold flavors of Tuscany. Get into the holiday spirit with a cooking class devoted to al fresco dining. In this session, you’ll be shown how to perfectly grill a chicken, infuse it with the rich flavors of lemon and rosemary and serve it alongside broccolini. Plus, you’ll end the meal...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Knife Skills Booster
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Get hands-on knife skills experience in a fun and practical workshop. Guarantee that your knife skills will make the cut thanks to an expert led cooking class. In this total knife session you’ll pick up some professional tips and techniques for cutting, chopping and slicing, from prepping vegetables to dicing meat....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Springtime in Paris - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Add some Parisian sparkle to your next date night with this French cuisine experience. Share a romantic Parisian meal with your significant other courtesy of this fun cooking class for two. This class teaches you how to whisk up eggs for light and airy goat’s cheese soufflés, grill fresh asparagus and end the...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Knife Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Learn fundamental knife handling methods and techniques in this knife skills cooking class. Knowing how to handle the knife will help you immensely in whipping out great dishes born from fine cuts and techniques. When you get hands-on practice in handling various knives and learning different cutting, slicing and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Mastering Knife Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Learn how to master this essential kitchen skill with the help of a professional. You'll be chopping like a professional chef after this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you a cooking foundation through proper knife skills. You'll learn how to chop, slice, dice and julienne, as well as how to hold...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Mom’s Favorite Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore techniques for making perfect macarons every time. In this 3-hour cooking class, you’ll learn the skills to make elegant, delicious macarons. Led by the chef tutor, you’ll master making macaron batters in two flavors — peach and champagne and chocolate créme brûlée, before piping, baking and filling....
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Springtime Italian Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore Italian cuisine through fresh spring flavors. Get a new look at Italian cuisine in this immersive cooking class. A chef will teach you how to make pasta from scratch and use fresh spring ingredients to make a sauce to pair with it. Plus, you'll make a fruity dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth. Improve your...
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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.