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: Garden Party 101 Chicago Cooking Class: Garden Party 101 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Garden Party 101 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Garden Party 101 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Garden Party 101 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Garden Party 101 6 slide
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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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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Beginner Pasta Making Chicago Cooking Class: Beginner Pasta Making 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Beginner Pasta Making 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Beginner Pasta Making 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Beginner Pasta Making 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Beginner Pasta Making 6 slide
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Beginner Pasta Making

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to create your own versions of Italian favorites with this pasta masterclass. You’re guaranteed to never have to buy pasta again thanks to this fun, practical cooking class. Step-by-step, you’ll be taught to make pasta dough, before rolling and shaping two iconic pastas, pappardelle and tortellini. You’ll...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
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Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Class Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Class 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Class 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Class 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Class 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Cast Iron Class 6 slide
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Cast Iron Class

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to infuse your cooking with cast iron flavor. Discover how your cast iron pan can season both savory and sweet meals with this hands-on cooking class. Led by a professional chef, you’ll learn how to prep, clean and cook with your cast iron like you’ve been doing it your whole...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Meals From the Med Chicago Cooking Class: Meals From the Med 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Meals From the Med 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Meals From the Med 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Meals From the Med 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Meals From the Med 6 slide
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Meals From the Med

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore the flavors of the Mediterranean in this chef-led experience. Take a culinary adventure through the Mediterranean in this easy-to-follow cooking class. Including an appetizer, main course and dessert, this chef-crafted meal will take your skills in the kitchen to new, delicious...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Perfect Puff Pastry Chicago Cooking Class: Perfect Puff Pastry 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Perfect Puff Pastry 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Perfect Puff Pastry 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Perfect Puff Pastry 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Perfect Puff Pastry 6 slide
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Perfect Puff Pastry

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your bakes with a puff pastry masterclass. Discover the secret to beautifully flaky puff pastry every time with this 3-hour cooking class. Led by a pastry expert, you’ll get to grips with layering butter and dough to produce a rich, crumbly base and use it to make sweet and savory dishes — decadent...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
No dates available
 
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Chicago Cooking Class: Ramen How-Tos Chicago Cooking Class: Ramen How-Tos 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Ramen How-Tos 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Ramen How-Tos 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Ramen How-Tos 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Ramen How-Tos 6 slide
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Ramen How-Tos

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Cook a heaping bowlful of unbelievable, restaurant-quality ramen. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll try your hand at creating classic ramen dishes. Instructed by a world-class chef, you’ll learn how to flavor-balance your stock, prep your ingredients and perfectly cook your proteins for a steaming hot bowl of...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Elegant Flower Macarons 6 slide
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Elegant Flower Macarons

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a spring inspired macaron masterclass. Let your inner pâtissière bloom with this 3-hour cooking class focused on beautiful flower macarons. Following the chef instructor you’ll discover the secrets to the perfect macaron, from making the batter and piping graceful floral shapes to...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
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Chicago Cooking Class: All About Italy Chicago Cooking Class: All About Italy 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: All About Italy 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: All About Italy 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: All About Italy 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: All About Italy 6 slide
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All About Italy

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a world-class Italy meal with help from a professional. From pizza, pasta and beyond, this hands-on cooking class will help you explore the world of Italian cooking. Led by a top-rated professional, you’ll learn the expert techniques and time-honored hacks that are sure to elevate your home...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: Mom’s Favorite Macarons Chicago Cooking Class: Mom’s Favorite Macarons 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mom’s Favorite Macarons 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mom’s Favorite Macarons 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mom’s Favorite Macarons 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Mom’s Favorite Macarons 6 slide
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Mom’s Favorite Macarons

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore techniques for making perfect macarons every time. In this 3-hour cooking class, you’ll learn the skills to make elegant, delicious macarons. Led by the chef tutor, you’ll master making macaron batters in two flavors — peach and champagne and chocolate créme brûlée, before piping, baking and filling....
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
No dates available
 
Chicago Cooking Class: Fine French Fare Chicago Cooking Class: Fine French Fare 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fine French Fare 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fine French Fare 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fine French Fare 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Fine French Fare 6 slide
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Fine French Fare

$89
Cooking Class
$89
Craft a fresh French menu featuring traditional flavors and ingredients. Cook like the French do in this fun, interactive cooking class. Using fresh seasonal ingredients and professional tips and tricks, you’ll create a magnificent French-style meal worthy of the best...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
4.8
50 Reviews
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chicago Cooking Class: 3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Famous Bakes Chicago Cooking Class: 3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Famous Bakes 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: 3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Famous Bakes 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: 3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Famous Bakes 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: 3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Famous Bakes 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: 3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Famous Bakes 6 slide
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Teens Cooking Series

3-Day Foodie Fun Teens: Famous Bakes

$119
Cooking Class
$119
Over just 3 days, teens will gain amazing new skills in baking. This 3-day cooking series will be some of the most rewarding days for your teens, as they not only discover new skills in baking but also have a very fun time with old and new friends. An expert chef will guide these Summer cooking classes through their...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
No dates available
 
Chicago Cooking Class: Italian Favorites - Family Fun Chicago Cooking Class: Italian Favorites - Family Fun 2 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian Favorites - Family Fun 3 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian Favorites - Family Fun 4 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian Favorites - Family Fun 5 slide Chicago Cooking Class: Italian Favorites - Family Fun 6 slide
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Kids Cooking Series

Italian Favorites - Family Fun

$69
Cooking Class
$69
Craft your favorite Italian dishes from scratch. Elevate your family dinner in this engaging cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you the recipes for a few of your favorite Italian dishes. Plus, you'll learn time-honored techniques that will elevate your cooking. Kids will love feasting on the delicious meal...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
4.5
39 Reviews
Skokie
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