Fun Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
Professional chefs lead fun cooking classes in Downtown Chicago and you won’t want to miss it. These classes are specifically designed to entertain guests while preparing whimsical foods. You’ll enjoy a class with an amusing chef and learn how to prepare these foods in your own home for an unforgettable dinner party. Whether it’s by yourself or with a group of friends, head to a Downtown Chicago location for an unforgettable evening.
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CHEF’S PLACE
A Balanced Breakfast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Master the delicate balance of savory and sweet in these fun breakfast recipes. In this flavor-focused cooking class, you'll practice essential methods and modern techniques while crafting playful recipes to start the day. The chef shares tips for elevating breakfast staples like bacon and eggs. From an oversized...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Kids Cooking Series
From-Scratch Pizzeria - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Learn how to make homemade pizza better than your favorite local pizza joint. Make memories and delicious pizza in this family-friendly cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you the recipe to whip up pizza dough from scratch and the technique to knead it. You'll top your creations with sauce, melty cheese and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Szechuan Specials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make signature spicy, saucy dishes from southwest China. This cooking class will have the kitchen sizzling as you explore bold Szechuan recipes with guidance from an expert chef. You'll practice folding savory pork wontons doused in tongue-tingling chili oil and prepare noodles with rich, nutty Dan Dan sauce....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Spain on Your Plate
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Unwind, relax, and learn to create a delectable spread of Spanish classics in your kitchen. Ignite your taste buds and transport yourself to sunny Spain with this exciting cooking class. The expert chef will guide you through the art of preparing a traditional paella, the iconic rice dish brimming with vibrant...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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No Fuss Puff Pastry
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make fuss-free flaky treats with chef's secrets for quick, easy puff pastry. In this hands-on cooking class, an expert instructor teaches tried-and-true shortcuts for creating flaky French treats. You'll skip the meticulous layering and chilling required for traditional laminated dough in favor of the rough puff...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Parisian Bistro Brunch
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Awaken your palate with this seasonal brunch infused with French flavors and techniques. In this hands-on cooking class, an expert chef shares tips for elevating your typical brunch with exciting seasonal dishes. Learn secrets for preparing savory quiche filled with leeks, parmesan and ham. French toast casserole is...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Americana Specialties
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Showcase the flavors of an American summer with these cookout classics. Backyard barbecue staples get the gourmet touch in this hands-on cooking class. With tips from the chef, you'll balance flavors and textures to create a vibrant feast. You'll make a tangy sauce for tender Carolina-style pulled pork sandwiches...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chiles of the Southwest
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn chef tips for infusing chiles into tantalizing recipes from the American Southwest. This cooking class brings the heat, showcasing the diverse applications of chiles in Southwestern cuisine. You'll fire up the grill to make shrimp brushed with cilantro-chile butter and develop the rich, warming flavors of green...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Sharp Skills for Home Cooks
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Handle your knives like a pro with tips and techniques from an expert chef. This hands-on cooking class will have you preparing recipes with the efficiency and finesse of a restaurant kitchen. Your world-class instructor teaches proper knife techniques, from classic cuts to sharpening and maintenance. Practice slicing...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Middle Eastern Fusion
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor a modern gourmet menu inspired by signature ingredients from the Middle East. This interactive cooking class blends Old World tradition with contemporary techniques in a dynamic culinary experience. Guided by the chef, you'll explore regional ingredients and learn how to use the sous vide method to prepare...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Kids Cooking Series
5-Day Kids Series - Culinary Adventure
$299
Cooking Class
$299
Tiny tastemakers develop new skills and kitchen confidence in this week-long series. In this multi-day cooking class series, young chefs ages 7-11 join an expert instructor for a unique, hands-on learning experience. Building from basics like kitchen safety best practices and food preparation methods, the blossoming...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Favorite Dishes From 'The Bear'
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Cook up an array of dishes featured on one of television's most celebrated fictional kitchens. This hands-on cooking class from Chef Andy recreates some of the best bites from "The Bear." Taste sweet and savory specialties from Carmy and gang in a session that celebrates the flavors of Chicago.
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Chef Andy
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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OTHER EXPERIENCES in Downtown Chicago
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
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.