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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CHEF’S PLACE
Kitchen Fundamentals
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master a variety of cooking skills and techniques as you prepare a seasonal menu. Whether you are a fledgling chef or want to brush up on old skills, this class offers hands-on practice guided by a professional. Gain confidence, intuition, and valuable chef secrets that set you up for a joyous lifetime of cooking,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Warming Winter Comfort Foods
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy a session on the gourmet goodness of warm winter dishes crafted for comfort. In this immersive cooking class, craft hearty dishes that will bring you comfort in the winter. An expert chef instructor will teach you the culinary techniques to craft a flavor meal with savory meats with fresh vegetable sides. Master...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Autumn Dinner Date
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Experience a romantic culinary journey, where you’ll prepare a cozy fall dinner with your date. Celebrate autumn flavors in this romantic cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you culinary techniques and recipes using seasonal recipes. Master a savory pork tenderloin with a sweet glaze. Learn how to get the...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Taste the Tropics
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get to the Heart of the Caribbean Through Delicious Dishes Master the art of wielding fresh and distinctive tropical ingredients to create dishes brimming with the flavors and unique aromas of the Caribbean. Learn how to use local spices, fresh ingredients and interesting flavor combinations wherever you are in the...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Mastering Kitchen Knife Skills
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Gain confidence with expert knife techniques in this hands-on cooking class. Take your knife skills to the next level in this engaging cooking class. Taught by an expert chef, you'll master a fundamental tool and skill. Learn how to properly hold a knife while practicing slicing, dicing and julienning. Plus, learn...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Essential Mediterranean
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the art of simplicity, expertly applied to Mediterranean dishes. Drawing inspiration from the sun-drenched countryside and the sea, Mediterranean cooking is a medley of flavors, scents and distinctive combinations. Learn to capture the region's essence by learning skills and techniques favored by the world's...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Elevated and Authentic Chinese Dishes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create your favorite Chinese takeout dishes from scratch. In this immersive cooking class, learn how to make elevated versions of your favorite Chinese dishes. An expert chef will teach you the techniques and recipes to prepare authentic dishes. Learn how to give chicken the perfect crispy sear and master the art of...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Crafting Authentic Dumplings
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your dim sum skills during an immersive cooking experience. Learn the art of creating authentic dumplings and dim sum in this engaging cooking class. You'll learn how to make savory barbecue pork and aromatic shrimp fillings. Learn how to perfectly steam your dumplings and make flavorful sauces for dipping....
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
All-American Donut Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore how to craft one of America’s favorite baked goods: donuts. During this cooking class, you’ll learn the basics of preparing authentic donuts. Under the guidance of a renowned chef, you'll create the traditional dough for both yeast and cake donuts. Afterward, you'll experience filling and glazing your...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Beef Wellington Culinary Delights - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn the right techniques to make an exquisite menu focused on beef Wellington. Beef Wellington is a popular gourmet English dish. Learn to prepare it in this inspiring cooking class. Craft light and flaky puff pastries and beef tenderloin that melts like butter. For a scrumptious side, you will perfectly prepare and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
CHEF’S PLACE
Tamales for the Holidays
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get your holiday cooking all wrapped up with these traditional Latin creations. This hands-on tamale cooking class turns your festive celebration into an international affair. You'll fill real corn husks with fresh masa before adding shredded pork and green sauce for a meat-lovers classic. Then, create a corn and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
CHEF’S PLACE
Winter Comfort Food Classic Dishes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Comfort food is on the menu for you to prepare in this inspiring cooking class. You are cordially invited to learn the techniques and steps necessary to bring winter comfort food to your family's dinner table. In this class, learn to prepare a variety of warm and savory dishes, guaranteed to keep the winter blues...
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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
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