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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Traditional Holiday Tamales
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Master the time-honored techniques and ingredients for special Mexican holiday dishes. Savor the vibrant flavors and traditions of a Latin American holiday, complete with scratch-made tamales bursting with classic seasonings and tender filling. Mix up your own masa dough to line corn husks with. Curate a blend of...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Warm Winter Recipes
$99
Cooking Class
$99
No matter the weather, this selection of comforting classics is sure to add warmth. Bring an added touch of comfort to your usual fare with this hands-on cooking class focused on winter-ready recipes. Work with your talented chef instructor as you gather gourmet techniques used by the pros to craft a meal worth...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Love-Inspired Fall Feast​​
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fall romance and culinary delight — join a hands-on class mastering seasonal dishes for a memorable date night. Indulge in the warmth of autumn during this cooking class as you join other couples to discover the art of crafting seasonal recipes. You'll master techniques, like roasting and caramelizing vegetables,...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Stunning Dinner Party Menu
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This succulent meal is both comforting and classic. Let a local chef guide you through the steps to create a Sunday roast for a dinner party effortlessly. Tie your apron and jump right in, gently pressing dried herbs into beef tenderloin to form a delicious herb crust. Learn to perfectly roast the tenderloin for a...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Chinese Food for the Home Cook
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Embrace traditional methods for out-of-this-world Chinese food. Gain confidence and a plethora of new culinary skills as you work your way through each step of this Chinese food menu. Incorporate flavor and texture as you hand-roll and fry egg rolls to crispy perfection. Fire up the wok and stir fry chicken and...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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The Art of Dim Sum
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Dive into Chinese cuisine honoring dim sum’s exquisite bite-sized dishes. Explore the real meaning behind dim sum with these soulful small dishes that satisfy the palate. You’ll start with classic buns, crafting the perfect airy dough with a succulent filling. Next, you’ll craft the art of dumpling making by...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Classic American Donuts
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to make three distinctive donuts under the guidance of an expert chef. In this chef-led cooking class, you will master three iconic donut shop favorites. Each style of donut you will make highlights specific techniques and skills, from proofing a yeasted dough to setting a creamy custard. By the end of this...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Elevated Thanksgiving Feast
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Fill your Thanksgiving holiday table with the most flavorful seasonal dishes. Add gourmet twists to your favorite Thanksgiving dishes in this engaging cooking class with a world-class chef. Learn the proper way to prepare the biggest meal of the year, including how to cook a turkey with tender and juicy cuts of meat,...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Dumplings for Dinner
$99
Cooking Class
$99
This lesson assembles three distinctive dumplings from a variety of cultures around the globe. Every culture has a unique take on dumplings, as this hands-on cooking class demonstrates. Learn how to make three sumptuous dumpling dishes, all different yet delicious. First, prepare European pierogi filled with mashed...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Freshly Baked Rustic Breads
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Smell the aroma of freshly baked bread loaves coming right out of the oven. Come explore the world of gourmet rustic breads and learn to make your own in this hands-on cooking class. Learn the basics of crafting bread dough that performs to your expectations every time. Then, put your newfound knowledge to use as you...
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Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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The Art of Flaky French Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to make the perfectly fluffy, flaky French croissant. Get inspired by French bakeries to create the perfect French croissant in this hands-on cooking class. You'll be guided through the techniques to create a classic croissant dough and how to get those buttery, flaky layers. Create both a sweet and savory...
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Verified Chef
Chef Justin or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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A Taste of Anglo-Indian Fare
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Discover the best-kept secrets of the flourishing Anglo-Indian food culture. Explore the history and delicate flavors of Anglo-Indian cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Rakhi will guide you on your journey of crafting traditional dishes with vibrant colors and savory Indian spices.
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Verified Chef
Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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