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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A Bouquet of Macrons
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create a beautiful bouquet of wildflower shaped macrons in this engaging and fun cooking class. In this three-hour cooking class, bake a beautiful bouquet of blossoming macarons. Guided by a chef instructor, you will learn the delicate art of shaping macarons into flowers and adding the essence of lemon, white...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Making Macarons Just For Mom
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Mom will love the elegant macarons you create in this fun and engaging cooking class. Join a three-hour interactive cooking class to craft indulgent macarons with hints of peach and champagne and chocolate crème brûlée. A master chef will guide you in perfecting batter construction, coloration and meringue...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Teens Cooking Series
3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Famous Bakes
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Over just 3 days, teens will gain amazing new skills in baking. This 3-day cooking series will be some of the most rewarding days for your teens, as they not only discover new skills in baking but also have a very fun time with old and new friends. An expert chef will guide these Summer cooking classes through their...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Teens Cooking Series
3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: World Bakes
$199
Cooking Class
$199
Children aged 12 and above will learn how to make world famous bakes here. Teens will learn to become creative, confident and skillful in the kitchen through this cooking series, where they will make amazing bakes that are famous across the world. Your teen will become knowledgeable in traditional and modern baking...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Teens Cooking Series
3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Global Bakes
$199
Cooking Class
$199
Inspire your teenage chef with an expert-led immersive baking experience with international influence. Sign your teen up for five full days of immersive cooking fun with these summer cooking classes. Budding chefs will learn from the pros, starting with kitchen safety and knife skills and working their way through...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Kids Cooking Series
Italian Favorites - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Craft your favorite Italian dishes from scratch. Elevate your family dinner in this engaging cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you the recipes for a few of your favorite Italian dishes. Plus, you'll learn time-honored techniques that will elevate your cooking. Kids will love feasting on the delicious meal...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Mastering Essential Knife Skills
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Practice your knife skills to improve your cooking. Learn how to use a knife like a chef in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you this essential cooking skill. Master the art of slicing, dicing, and chopping. Plus, learn about the different knives and when to use them when prepping...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Italian Made By Hand
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how delicious from-scratch Italian can be. Discover why there is nothing quite like homemade pasta in this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will guide you through an eclectic menu of dishes featuring authentic Italian recipes. Plus, learn essential techniques to craft past and other Italian dishes made...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Garden-Inspired Meal
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a meal inspired by spring garden flavors. Explore the fresh flavors of spring in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make a multi-course menu using fresh garden ingredients. Plus, master essential cooking techniques that will elevate your cooking in class and in your own...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Mastering Cooking in Cast Iron
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn why cast iron is one of the most versatile tools in the kitchen. Discover why cooking with cast iron is preferred in this immersive cooking class. An expert instructor will teach you how to use cast iron to make a multi-course meal like a chef. Plus, learn essential techniques to elevate your...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Fresh Mediterranean Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore how delicious Mediterranean cuisine can be. Take a culinary journey through the Mediterranean in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you the recipes to craft a flavorful meal from the region using fresh ingredients. Plus, master techniques and essential skills that will elevate your...
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Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Dinner At The Trattoria
$89
Cooking Class
$89
You'll feel like you're eating at a local trattoria with these authentic dishes. Explore the local flavors of Italy in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to craft authentic Italian dishes as good as a trattoria. Plus, master traditional cooking techniques that will elevate your Italian...
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Verified Chef
Chef Peter or Resident Chef
Skokie
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