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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Macarons with Mom
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the secret to crafting decadent macarons. Master the art of crafting macarons in this special mother-child cooking class. A chef will teach you the recipes and techniques for creating this decadent and delicate dessert. You'll make peach and champagne and chocolate crème brûlee macarons while learning how to...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Knife Skills Fundamentals
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Elevate your cooking with a session dedicated to knife skills. Building fundamental kitchen skills is a great way to develop your cooking confidence, and that’s exactly what you’ll do in this practical cooking class devoted to knife expertise. Led by a pro chef, you’ll learn the techniques, and get some tricks...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
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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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Grilling Essentials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Take your grilling to the next level and get ready for summer. Master the art of perfect grilling with this cooking class and have your friends over for a feast they’ll never forget. The class kicks off with the best way to cook and glaze ribs, a grill staple, before moving on to the classic side dishes that really...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Kids Cooking Series
Italian Basics - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Bring the whole crew to enjoy this chef-led experience. Take family bonding to the next level with this hands-on cooking class where each member of your group will get to help out in creating a multi-course menu. From knife basics to ingredient prep, this fun, interactive experience is sure to make lasting...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Ticket to Tuscan Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Grab a gourmet getaway to the bold flavors of Tuscany. Get into the holiday spirit with a cooking class devoted to al fresco dining. In this session, you’ll be shown how to perfectly grill a chicken, infuse it with the rich flavors of lemon and rosemary and serve it alongside broccolini. Plus, you’ll end the meal...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Chinese Takeout Favorites
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Put your own spin on classic Chinese fare in this insightful class. Embark on a culinary journey through the bold tastes of China with this informative and engaging cooking class. Led by a pro chef, you’ll uncover some of the tips and techniques used in Chinese cookery and use them to create some quintessential...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
How to Use Your Knives
$59
Cooking Class
$59
Enhance your knife skills with help from the best. From cleaning to sharpening to cutting, you’ll learn basic knife skills and beyond in this chef-led cooking class. It’s a chance to get to know the basics and create an amazing meal in a fun, relaxed...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Pasta With America’s Test Kitchen
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Whip up a tasty agnolotti pasta from scratch. Bring the recipes and techniques of America’s Test Kitchen into your home with this hands-on cooking class. Led by a world-class chef, this special session will teach you how to craft a rich and buttery agnolotti pasta as part of a delectable multi-course...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Tasty Thai Essentials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Recreate Thai dishes at home with this informative cooking class. Take your tastebuds on a tour through the unique flavors of Thailand with this enlightening cooking class. Join an experienced chef instructor to be taken step-by-step through some classics of Thai cuisine, from crispy fried shrimp and delicately spiced...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
The Best Crab Cakes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
You’ll be transported straight to the beach with this crab cake making experience. Dive right into the best crab cakes ever with this seafood cooking class based on New England flavors. Following the instructions of a chef tutor, you’ll sidestep through crafting the perfect crab cake, from preparing shellfish to...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Garden Party 101
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to host the spring party of your dreams. From how to prepare your ingredients to what to serve, you’ll learn everything you need to know to host a fantastic garden party in this hands-on cooking class. It’s a chance to celebrate the season and learn new skills at the same...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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