Italian Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
Italy is home to amazing architecture, arts and culture. It’s also known for its delectable dishes which are often the focal point of family gatherings. Join expert chefs in Downtown Chicago for a tour of Italy’s finest foods in an Italian cooking class. You’ll learn how to perfectly roast vegetables and create mouthwatering sauces, make fresh pasta and create Italian staples like caprese and antipasto platters, pizza and more. Head to Downtown Chicago for a taste of Italy today!
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Rustic Italian Cooking
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Indulge in the elegant flavors of rustic Italian-style cuisine. Embark on a flavorful journey through Italy with this rustic Italian cooking class. Discover the art of preparing Tuscan rosemary chicken under a brick, creamy risotto with sweet peas and Parmesan cheese as well as a refreshing arugula and radicchio salad...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Pizza With a Twist
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Re-imagine what pizza can be with inventive takes on the traditional pie. This fun and creative cooking class explores the exciting possibilities of classic pizza dough. The chef shares tips for preparing a basic dough to transform into delicious bites from a decadent carbonara-style pizza to hearty calzones stuffed...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Italian on the Grill
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy a taste of summer in Italy with this vibrant grilled menu. This hands-on cooking class celebrates the lighter side of Italian cuisine with a menu perfect for dining al fresco. Follow along with the chef as you grill fragrant chicken diavola and tender asparagus accented with capers and lemon. Mix bright tomato...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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 William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Fresh Pasta at Home
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fall in love with pasta all over again with this home-style pasta-making class. Calling all pasta lovers for a fun-filled Pasta-making cooking class! Learn the secrets of crafting hand-cut pasta with Truffle Oil and Parmesan creations, the classic Orecchiette with zesty tomato sauce and some indulgent spicy Italian...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Rustic Italian Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Savor a selection of hearty dishes infused with authentic Euro-Mediterranean flavor. Italian dining gets a delicious reminder of its roots with the rustic recipes you'll make in this interactive cooking class. Discover traditional methods for recreate the familiar flavors of shrimp and pasta topped with basil and...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Italy's Finest Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
You're in for a tasty adventure with this exploration of Old World cuisine. There's more to Italian cuisine than just the dishes you know and love and this interactive cooking class is a perfect introduction to some delicious alternatives. Enjoy easy-going instruction from your accomplished instructor as you prepare...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Cucina d’Amore - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the timeless allure of Italian cuisine. In this hands-on cooking class, you and your sweetheart will craft a luxurious dinner for two. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll learn how to form, roll and cut fresh fettuccine pasta finished with crispy pancetta, artichoke and a drizzle of truffle oil. Top your dish...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Tuscan Summer Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Bring the romance of Tuscany to your summer date night with delicious Italian flavors. If you're pining for the romantic hills of Tuscany, why bother booking flights when you could take this romantic Italian-themed cooking class? Led by a renowned chef, you and your partner will share an intimate evening together...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Creative Pizza Trio
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Learn to make pizza three distinct ways to inspire your own custom creations. This innovative cooking class will have you rethinking how you see pizza. First, the chef shares tips for making perfect pizza dough. Using this base, you’ll craft a savory pie inspired by a classic pasta dish and fold fennel, sausage and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Seasonal Summer Pasta
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore easy, summer-inspired pasta recipes that are sure to be the talk of your table. Whether you're planning a summer picnic or hosting a cookout and need some pasta to fill your buffet table, this dedicated Italian cooking class is sure to help. With help from a renowned chef, you'll learn to make your own pasta...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Kids Cooking Series
Italian American Recipes - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Whip up healthy comfort-food for a fun day out with your family. Give your children a peek at other cultures as you try out delicious Italian American treats in a family-friendly cooking class. Let your kids join in as you bring together the dough for Fettucine Alfredo and cook parmesan-dunked chicken with a generous...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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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.