Beginner Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago

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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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Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Great British Baking 6 slide
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Great British Baking

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Add to your baking repertoire by indulging in some British classics. Embark on a culinary journey to Britain in this fun-filled British cooking class. Tea-time treats are a charming aspect of British culture and you'll be delving into some classics like the Victoria sponge cake generously layered with strawberry jam...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Traditional Indian Dining 6 slide
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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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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
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Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian With a Rustic Touch 6 slide
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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
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
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Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Classic Donuts 6 slide
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Classic Donuts

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Relive your childhood love as you cook up a delectable bunch of donuts. Prepare for a donut extravaganza in this Classic Donut-special cooking class! Join the class for a hands-on experience as you delve into creating sweet treats with professional guidance from the expert instructor. From Classic Glazed Donuts to...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Seasoning Basics Chicago Cooking Class: Seasoning Basics 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Seasoning Basics 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Seasoning Basics 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Seasoning Basics 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Seasoning Basics 6 slide
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Seasoning Basics

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn how to bring out the flavor of your food through seasoning. Master the art of seasoning in this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to use freshly ground salt and pepper in your cooking to help bring out the flavors and aromas. First, learn how to ground these seasonings. Then, you'll...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Pasta From Scratch Chicago Cooking Class: Pasta From Scratch 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Pasta From Scratch 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Pasta From Scratch 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Pasta From Scratch 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Pasta From Scratch 6 slide
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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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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
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Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun 6 slide
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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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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
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Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mastering Knife Skills 6 slide
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Mastering Knife Skills

$59
Cooking Class
$59
Learn how to master this essential kitchen skill with the help of a professional. You'll be chopping like a professional chef after this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you a cooking foundation through proper knife skills. You'll learn how to chop, slice, dice and julienne, as well as how to hold...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Favorites for the Summer Cookout 6 slide
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Favorites for the Summer Cookout

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your favorite dishes for cookouts all summer long. You'll be the new cookout master after this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you recipes to elevate cookout classics like coleslaw and potato salad. Plus, you'll learn how to make a homemade glaze for ribs that will have everyone coming...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian American Celebration - Family Fun 6 slide
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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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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
No dates available
 
Chicago Cooking Class: Dining Al Fresco in Tuscany Chicago Cooking Class: Dining Al Fresco in Tuscany 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dining Al Fresco in Tuscany 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dining Al Fresco in Tuscany 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dining Al Fresco in Tuscany 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Dining Al Fresco in Tuscany 6 slide
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Dining Al Fresco in Tuscany

$89
Cooking Class
$89
You'll feel transported to the Italian countryside while creating this meal. Explore how fresh Italian food can be in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you the Italian techniques to craft a meal meant to be eaten outside. You'll learn how to grill a juicy lemon and rosemary chicken with a side...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
No dates available
 
Chicago Cooking Class: Tempting Thai Escape - Date Night Chicago Cooking Class: Tempting Thai Escape - Date Night 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tempting Thai Escape - Date Night 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tempting Thai Escape - Date Night 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tempting Thai Escape - Date Night 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Tempting Thai Escape - Date Night 6 slide
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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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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
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