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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Elevated Summer Grilling
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fire up the grill this summer and cook a flavor packed meal to die for. Summers are nothing if the grill isn't put to good use and this special cooking class will give you a perfect summer-inspired menu. There'll be skewered garlic shrimp, a cheesy Tuscan bread salad, basil-infused asparagus wrapped in prosciutto and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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 Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Cast Iron Culinary Mastery
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add to your culinary endeavors by mastering cast iron cooking with professional guidance. Cooking summertime specials is what you will do in a special Cast Iron cooking class. You'll be given informative tidbits about using the cast iron skillet by a professional Chef instructor as you prepare to explore summer...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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 Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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 Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Paella: A Taste of Spain
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get in touch with Spanish tradition through its cuisine in our special cooking class. Experience the taste of Spain in this cooking class where you'll be touching upon the traditional specialty, Paella. Paella is the root of Spanish cooking and you'll be making two variations in this class; Seafood paella and Chicken...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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 Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Delicious Dim Sum
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Prepare to stun your guests and family with your hidden dim sum making talent. Take on this Dim Sum cooking class if you're looking to explore new cuisine. You'll learn how to form the dough, fold and pleat to form circular layers, and then steam the buns to perfection for a wholesome taste. A Chef instructor will...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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 Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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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 Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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