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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Spanish Paella From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
One of the world's most loved dishes becomes your new homemade favorite. Whether you're creating a crisp socarrat bottom for your rice layer or infusing the pan with the aromatic essence of saffron, you'll learn every step in the paella making process in this eye-opening cooking class. Filled with chicken, sausage,...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Restaurant-Style Dim Sum
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Classic Chinese flavors merge to become a spread you won't want to miss. Lovers of Chinese cuisine will adore this hands-on cooking class centered on the traditions of dim sum. Learn to make fresh dough for hand-crafted dumplings and prepare sweet and savory elements to fill them with. You'll follow traditional...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Sushi For Starters
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Even culinary newcomers can get in on the sweet and simple excitement of handmade sushi. The art of homemade sushi is a practice chefs of all skill levels can slice into, thanks to this informative in-person cooking class. Work with a top-level sushi master as you learn to slice, fill and roll a selection of classic...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Traditional Indian Dining
$89
Cooking Class
$89
From around the world comes a sensational menu featuring all the favorite flavors of India. Tap into the hearty heritage of India's delicious dining culture in a hands-on cooking class that brings this unique cuisine to your home table. Your instructor is well-versed in the customs of the region and will share...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Italian With a Rustic Touch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Come down to Earth with an elegantly earthy meal that merges farm and field. Set your table with something special in an interactive cooking class that makes the most of rustic Italian tradition. From brick-seared rosemary chicken to creamy, authentic risotto to strawberries and custard, every dish is a tribute to the...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Pasta From Scratch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Nothing tops the handcrafted pasta you'll create in this fun and practical session. Indulge in a hearty helping of Old-World culinary craft thanks to this hands-on cooking class focused on the pasta-making process. Your capable chef instructor will show you how to turn out your dough, transform it into two pasta forms...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Kids Cooking Series
Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Dad deserves a joyous day in the kitchen, celebrating with his favorite kitchen helpers. Give the big guy a high-flying Father's Day meal in a kid-friendly cooking class with fast casual dining on the menu. Your little chefs share a session with dad, grandpa, uncle or brother, culinary fun that includes making wings,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Kids Cooking Series
Italian American Celebration - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Bring your culinary crew to the kitchen for a family-friendly lesson in Italian cooking. Share a session with your youngest helpers in a hands-on cooking class that helps bring classic Old World flavor to your home table. You and your family will enjoy an easy-going session with a top-shelf local chef while learning...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Tempting Thai Escape - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take your sweetest someone on a romantic adventure with an evening of culinary creativity. Lovers of international cuisine will adore this date night cooking class inspired by the very best of Thai dining. You'll have a flavorful excursion without leaving the kitchen as you create pad Thai and coconut lime sorbet and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Three Must-Have Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bake up a tasty trio of essential sweet treats to make your menu even sweeter. If your dessert tray is crying out for a sugary infusion of new flavors, this interactive cooking class is just what the chef ordered! Give yourself the gift of guided instruction while mastering methods for crafting sinful dark chocolate...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Baked Treats From Britain
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fire up the oven for a lesson in the treasured baking traditions of the region. There may not be a white tent to tuck into, but this hands-on cooking class will get you into the swing of British baking just the same. Enjoy a step-by-step session with a pro baker as you craft your own takes on sausage rolls, Victoria...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Fresh French Desserts
$89
Cooking Class
$89
The world of Parisian gourmet decadence comes to your home baking line-up. Get a chef's eye view of how French bakers create their sugary wonderworks in an exciting in-person cooking class for home cooks of all abilities. Work with an exceptional baking expert as you transform wholesome elements into tart tatin,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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