Beginner Cooking Classes in Chicago
Novice cooks have nothing to fear with beginner cooking classes in Chicago. Now you can learn all the basics culinary skills you need to succeed in an informative and entertaining environment. Expert chefs are ready to show you the techniques in preparing outstanding meals in a variety of cuisines. Learn about knife skills, culinary language, seasoning and spices, proper ways to cook meat, pasta and more, even how to prepare a delectable dessert. Come a beginner, leave a professional.
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Roses Are Red Cupcake Bouquet
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Perfect for Valentine’s Day, birthdays and celebrations, this edible floral bouquet is a real show-stopper. Thrill your loved ones with a cupcake bouquet beautifully decorated with buttercream flowers using the skills you learn in this cooking class. The expert chef tutor will start by showing you how to make...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Japanese Sampler Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Wholesome dining heads in an authentically global direction. Every dish is more refreshing than the next in this cooking class that presents the flavorful specialties of Japan. With selections like shrimp and pork gyoza with ginger soy dipping sauce, vegetable tempura with dashi sauce and grilled chicken yakitori in...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Kids Cooking Series
Cook Italian - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Recreate classic Italian dishes the whole family will love Create delicious memories together in this family fun cooking class. Together, parents and kids will make recipes perfect for the whole family. You’ll cook up Italian family favorites under the guidance of an engaging chef. The whole family will have fun...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Kids Cooking Series
Italian Basics - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Bring the whole crew to enjoy this chef-led experience. Take family bonding to the next level with this hands-on cooking class where each member of your group will get to help out in creating a multi-course menu. From knife basics to ingredient prep, this fun, interactive experience is sure to make lasting...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Taste Southwest Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make Southwestern cuisine in a hands-on course. Embark on a culinary tour of the American Southwest in this one-of-a-kind cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality cuisine from a five-star chef in a fun environment. Prepare grilled shrimp with cilantro-chile butter, green chile stew with chipotle cream...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Filled Pasta From Scratch
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Discover the secrets to making your own filled pasta. Go on a pasta-making adventure at a hands-on cooking class. Follow along with an expert chef to learn pasta fundamentals such as making a dough, rolling and filling with fresh ingredients to create an assortment of pasta dishes. Plus, you’ll receive a pasta tool...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Mastering Hearty Filled Pasta
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Discover the art of making fresh pasta from a professional chef. Jump into the tasty flavors of Italian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make authentic pasta and fillings from a five-star chef in an engaging environment. Start with a roasted winter squash salad with hazelnuts and maple vinaigrette....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Royale With Cheese and More
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Cook 90s diner classics inspired by Pulp Fiction with Chef Janet. Channel the iconic diner vibes of Pulp Fiction with this exclusive cooking class led by Chef Janet. Craft the perfect burger that’ll have you saying, “Mmm, this IS a tasty burger!”. Shake things up with $5-worthy milkshakes so divine, you’ll...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Bistro Bites
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring a little Parisian panache to your home dining line-up with these bistro-ready recipes. This interactive cooking class with Chef Rakhi is a surefire way to add a touch of authentic European style to your culinary collection. You'll learn to prepare a menu filled with gourmet morsels from the most essential bistro...
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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Signature Mediterranean Favorites
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Learn how to cook the best of Mediterranean cuisine with this fresh menu. This hands-on cooking class with Chef Aunt V is a study in traditional Mediterranean recipes that showcase vibrant and colorful ingredients, including chickpeas, tomatoes, green herbs and lemon.
Start by making bright red pepper hummus with...
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Chef Aunt V
Naperville (Downtown)
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Middle Eastern Feast
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover how to handcraft your favorite Middle Eastern recipes in this hands-on experience. Make culinary magic in this interactive cooking class with Chef David where you'll practice knife skills while transforming fresh ingredients into flavorful Middle Eastern dishes that are ideal for sharing with family and...
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Chef David
Chicago (West Ridge)
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Chinese From Scratch - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Have fun as a family discovering the secrets to Chinese cuisine. Recreate your family’s favorite takeout dishes at an interactive hands-on cooking class that’s perfect for all ages. You’ll all build essential skills and confidence in the kitchen as you’re taught to make vegetable lo mein and chicken and chive...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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