Beginner Cooking Classes in Chicago
Novice cooks have nothing to fear with beginner cooking classes in Chicago. Now you can learn all the basics culinary skills you need to succeed in an informative and entertaining environment. Expert chefs are ready to show you the techniques in preparing outstanding meals in a variety of cuisines. Learn about knife skills, culinary language, seasoning and spices, proper ways to cook meat, pasta and more, even how to prepare a delectable dessert. Come a beginner, leave a professional.
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CHEF’S PLACE
A French Five-Star Fine Dining Experience
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create your own French fine dining experience by taking this cooking class. Step into the world of French fine cuisine with a French five-star fine dining experience cooking class. Listen to an expert chef's instructions on creating a five-star French meal. Learn the classic coq au vin blanc paired with truffle pommes...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Gourmet Tuscan Kitchen Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Celebrate the signature flavors of Tuscany in a feast of rustic elegance. This hands-on cooking class blends age-old culinary traditions with the finesse of a gourmet chef. You’ll prepare classic recipes such as Tuscan braised chicken. Then, your instructor shares tips and techniques for elevating simple sides such...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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French Macaron Workshop
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make delicate French macarons in a one-of-a-kind course. Discover the sweet world of macarons in an unforgettable cooking class. Learn to make delicate pastry shells sandwiched together with cream under the instruction of a five-star pastry chef. Master new skills in the kitchen while making espresso macarons...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Homemade Pasta Methodology
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Discover the culinary magic of making your own homemade pasta and ravioli fillings from scratch. This insightful cooking class with Chef Janet is your guide to homemade ravioli prepared by hand. You'll create this timeless Italian dish surrounded by a selection of sides for a meal filled with exciting Old World...
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Verified Chef
Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Taking a Tour of Tuscany
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Take a culinary tour of Tuscan flavors in this cooking class. Experience the flavors of Tuscan cooking without leaving your kitchen in this taking a tour of Tuscany cooking class. A top-rated chef will guide you through the process of braising Tuscan chicken with a rich and creamy parmesan polenta. Roast some zesty...
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Verified Chef
Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Fresh Mexican Feast - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate coastal Mexican cuisine with a bright gourmet menu. This hands-on cooking class is a flavorful fiesta of food and fun. Throughout this tasty adventure into Mexican cuisine, you'll practice fundamentals like knife skills and grilling. The chef will teach you to prepare tequila-lime shrimp with mango relish,...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Fanciful French Pastries
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Refine your home baking options with these easy-to-make classics. If French baking is on your culinary bucket list, this hands-on pastry cooking class is a must. You'll work with a highly-rated local chef while learning the finer points of patisserie baking, with creations like berry-filled mini pavlovas, cheddar...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Traditional Spanish Tapas and Paella
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Create a gourmet four-course meal featuring tapas selections filled with authentic Spanish flavors. This tapas and paella cooking class celebrates the heart of Spanish cuisine with premium ingredients, essential knife skills and a family-style feast. Under Chef Andy’s guidance, you’ll master traditional techniques...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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Evenings in Acapulco - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to cook with the flavors of Mexico in this cooking class. Explore the flavors of Mexican cooking with your special someone by joining an evenings in Acapulco date night cooking class. A five-star chef will guide you both on how to make a zesty tequila lime shrimp with a tasty mango relish served with...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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All About Brioche
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the foundations of French brioche and ways to use the decadent dough. This in-depth cooking class explores sweet and savory applications of classic French brioche, an enriched dough that blurs the line between bread and pastry. An expert instructor will teach you the basics of preparing the buttery, soft bread....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Fabulous Mediterranean Flavors
$89
Cooking Class
$89
A mix of cultural influences infuses these dishes with a panoply of flavors. Fans of global dining will be thrilled with the earthy creations offered in this hands-on cooking class. Sink into a session led by an exceptional local chef, featuring grilled shrimp with herbaceous chermoula sauce, sumptuous lamb meatballs,...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Classic Kid's Pizza Party
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Budding chefs will learn how to make pizza dough and more with Chef Andy. Kids will get hands-on experience making homemade pizza in this cooking class with Chef Andy, who will guide them through making pizza dough completely from scratch.
After mixing yeast, water and flour to make the dough, the kids will create...
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Verified Chef
Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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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.