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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Great British Baking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add to your baking repertoire by indulging in some British classics. Embark on a culinary journey to Britain in this fun-filled British cooking class. Tea-time treats are a charming aspect of British culture and you'll be delving into some classics like the Victoria sponge cake generously layered with strawberry jam...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Classic Donuts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Relive your childhood love as you cook up a delectable bunch of donuts. Prepare for a donut extravaganza in this Classic Donut-special cooking class! Join the class for a hands-on experience as you delve into creating sweet treats with professional guidance from the expert instructor. From Classic Glazed Donuts to...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Honed Knife Skills
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Hone your knife skills. Hone your knife skills in the most essential cooking class you'll ever take. In this cooking class, you will learn basic knife skills and fundamental cutting from our top-rated chef. Learn to cut tender roasts, how to prepare different meats and seafood preparation. This class offers plenty of...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Father's Day Steak
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Make the perfect steak for your Dad this Father's Day. Make a world-class dinner for your world-class dad in our Father's Day Steak cooking class. In this class, a professional chef will teach you how to make steakhouse favorites — perfectly seared steak paired with flavorful compound butter and tasty sides. For...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Summer Steak Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
A new take on your classic steak dinner. Get a refresher on the classic steak dinner in this hands-on summer steak dinner cooking class. In this class, you will use fresh, seasonal ingredients, learn how to grill a flank steak bursting with flavor and how to make herby potatoes enhanced with zesty aioli. A...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Craft-brew Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Look at Craft-brews differently with craft beer-infused meals. Surprise Dad with a craft beer-infused meal! In this Craft-brew Dinner cooking class, learn from a gourmet chef how regional craft beers can be made into delicious meals. Learn to look at craft brews in a new way with meals such as Porter and Honey-Glazed...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Summer Grilling
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Get your grilling elevated this summer. In this summer grilling cooking class, learn from our top-rated chef how to elevate your grilling with a delicious seasonal menu. Learn to grill and marinate while you hone your knife skills, creating flavourful meals that fully display fresh summer produce. Learn to marinate...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Master Cast Iron Culinary
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to master the cast iron skillet. Join this Master Cast Iron Culinary cooking class to learn all the skills you need to be a master at cooking with a cast iron skillet. Explore the flavors of summer and learn how to infuse saffron into chicken and how to grill them to perfection. Learn to knead and roll flatbread...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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A Taste of Spain
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the art of making paella. Learn to cook a showstopping Spanish meal in this A Taste of Spain cooking class. A top-rated chef will teach you how to master the art of making paella and sofrito, from toasting the special bomba rice to infusing saffron in two variations of paella. Learn tips for recreating this...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Delectable Dim Sum
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover how to make delicious Dim Sum. Discover the secret to making the perfect dumplings in this cooking class. In this class, you will practice the steps to making perfect and tasty dumplings — from forming and folding your wrappers to pleating and steaming. A professional chef will teach you how to make dough...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Sushi Making 101
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the basics of making Sushi. Let a gourmet chef teach you the basics of sushi making in this Sushi Making 101 cooking class. In this class, you will cover the important basics: selecting the freshest fish, seasoning your rice and whisking dipping sauces. Brush up on your knife skills and safety, and learn the...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Favorite Indian Dishes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to cook mouthwatering Indian Cuisine. Discover how to prepare and cook delicious Indian dishes in the Favorite Indian Dishes cooking class. In this class, a professional chef will show you and teach you about all the ingredients and spices that make Indian cuisine so delicious and unique. Learn to prepare...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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