Beginner Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
There’s a finesse and skill to cooking your favorite meals. If you are an aspiring chef, but need a little help from professionals, sign up for a beginners class in Downtown Chicago. Expert chefs will teach you the basics of cooking and provide you with the skills and methods you need to begin creating decadent dishes in your own kitchen. Talented chefs are looking forward to introducing the art of cooking to guests in Downtown Chicago.
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French Riviera Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unlock the secrets of Provençal cuisine in this immersive cooking experience. Embark on a culinary journey through Southern France in this in-depth cooking class. You will master the art of preparing seared chicken Provençale, featuring perfectly seared chicken breasts infused with capers and roasted lemon. Next,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Outdoor Dining Selections
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take the culinary excitement outside with a meal meant for open-air enjoyment. Blow the doors off your usual dining options with a cooking class where al fresco selections become phenomenal summer cuisine. With help from a talented local chef, you'll learn pro-level techniques for preparing luscious grilled salmon in...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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French Culinary Adventure
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience authentic French flavors in this culinary adventure. Embark on a culinary journey to France in this cooking class! Under the guidance of an expert chef instructor, craft savory crêpes filled with ham and Gruyère, accompanied by a flavorful herby compound butter and seasonal salad. For dessert, savor a...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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A Celebration of Summer Flavor
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Taste the season's finest offerings in a single spectacular menu. Start summer off deliciously with this interactive cooking class, where your expert instructor leads a cool session in the season's hottest dishes. With lessons in searing succulent flank steak, preparing a tangy corn and tomatillo salsa, assembling...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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French Pastry Magic
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your baking game with French pastry perfection. Step into the pastry chef's realm in this interactive cooking class! Under the guidance of an expert chef instructor, master essential baking techniques to recreate pâtisserie favorites. Dive into crafting pâte à choux and vanilla-praline crème for the iconic...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Global Donut Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the art of crafting fresh artisan donuts. In this interactive cooking class, indulge in a culinary adventure through the world of donuts! Learn to craft three international donut creations—Classic French beignets, Mexican churro fritters, and Japanese mochi donuts. From mastering dough preparation to filling...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Summer On The Table
$89
Cooking Class
$89
It's time to give your dining selections a seasonal overhaul. Beat the heat with the refreshing summer spread in this hands-on cooking class. Follow step by step as your esteemed host instructor fires up a lesson in gourmet creativity. There are tips and tricks for turning out a luxury grilled pizza, a salad that...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Croissant Craze
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unleash your inner pastry chef and master the art of flaky French pastries. Delve into the world of flaky, buttery goodness in this hands-on croissant Cooking Class. Expert chefs will guide participants through mixing, laminating, shaping, and baking perfect French croissants. Over 3 hours, attendees will hone their...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Spectacular Summer Menu
$89
Cooking Class
$89
The fresh tastes and textures of summer become a tantalizing meal. Summer gets sweeter with this hands-on cooking class showcasing bountiful warm-weather recipes. Cool down the dog days in an expert-led session in captivating seasonal creations. You'll learn to prepare hearty chicken served with fluffy couscous,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Gourmet On The Grill
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Chill out with a summer-friendly session in grilling for maximum pleasure. This specialty cooking class is perfect for helping chefs of all skill levels tackle their outdoor cooker. Enjoy step-by-step instruction in proficient grilling while creating a host of excellent dishes to dress your tabletop. You'll craft...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Summer Macaron Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate the flavors of summer with a burst of sweetness through vibrant macaron-making adventure. Explore the vibrant flavors of summer in this exclusive macaron cooking class. Over a 3-hour session, participants will craft delectable S’mores and Cherry Cheesecake macarons under the guidance of an expert chef...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Primo Homespun Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fresh pasta is an easier gourmet feat than you might think thanks to this session. Handmade pasta is the hero of this interactive cooking class, an expert-led lesson where convenience and tradition meet in the kitchen. Prepare handcrafted dough you'll turn into papardelle and ravioli, topped with hearty Bolognese and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.