Japanese Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
A multifaceted culture rich in history, Japan offers varied and meticulous cuisine. Japanese cooking classes in Downtown Chicago will teach you how to prepare authentic Japanese cuisine in your own home. You will create lovely sushi, sashimi, ramen and rice dishes and learn how to implement fresh fish and meats into signature entrées that will make you feel like you're in the heart of Japan. Japan is right around the corner right here in the heart of Downtown Chicago.
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CHEF’S PLACE
Simply Sushi - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn to make fresh sushi in this fun date night activity. Show your date how much you care with this hands-on cooking class featuring handmade sushi. Learn to make tasty Japanese sushi rolls from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Master new skills in the kitchen while preparing a shrimp...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Sushi Rolling for Beginners
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Dive into this beginner sushi rolling class and become your own itamae in no time! In this beginner-level, hands-on sushi-making class with Chef Alejandro, you will learn the everything you need to know to make some of the most popular types of sushi rolls and sauces at home.
You will begin this class by learning...
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Verified Chef
Chef Alejandro
Chicago (West Town)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Sensational Sushi Rolls
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Create your own authentic sushi filled with fresh ingredients and classic flavors. No need for reservations at your favorite sushi house when this hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet is on the menu. She'll share her secrets for assembling your own smashing sushi selections.
Begin by learning the traditional...
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Verified Chef
Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Hibachi Grill Specials
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Bring home the hibachi experience with signature Asian flavors and gourmet finesse. This interactive cooking class highlights the building blocks of an unforgettable meal. Guided by an expert chef, you’ll improve your efficiency and precision while practicing knife skills, then master the art of making flavorful...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Making Sushi From Scratch
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Work together to become a team of maki sushi masters in this hands-on sushi workshop. In this team building class, Chef Andy will be your guide as you and your team work together to learn how to roll your own sushi and make other Japanese favorites from scratch.
Chef Andy will focus on teaching your team how to...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Fulton Market)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Homemade Chinese Hibachi
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to recreate authentic Chinese flavors in a one-of-a-kind course. Dive into the vast world of Chinese cuisine with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality fare from a top-rated chef in an exciting and fun environment. Gain confidence in the kitchen while preparing ginger-orange salad, chicken...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Sushi Party for Kids
$95
Cooking Class
$95
Roll up some sushi rolls from scratch and more with Chef Alejandro. Kids who love being in the kitchen will have a blast in this hands-on sushi-making class with Chef Alejandro. Get ready to roll up some sushi rolls and enjoy a fun Japanese meal!
First, the kids will learn how to make seaweed salad with fresh crab....
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Chef Alejandro
Serving the Chicago area
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CHEF’S PLACE
Japanese Foodie Selections
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Fresh fare from the Asian-Pacific traditions takes center table. Expand your culinary travelog with an insightful cooking class exposing the best in Japanese fare. Indulge in a lesson led by a top local chef as you create delicious dishes like gyoza stuffed with pork and shrimp, tempura featuring fresh spring...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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CHEF’S PLACE
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
Chicago (Streeterville)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Best Bowl of Ramen
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn the secret to making restaurant-style ramen from scratch. You'll make your new favorite bowl of ramen in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to transform fresh ingredients into a delectable bowl of soup. While learning to make ramen from scratch, you'll also learn essential cooking...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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CHEF’S PLACE
Japanese Sampler Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Wholesome dining heads in an authentically global direction. Every dish is more refreshing than the next in this cooking class that presents the flavorful specialties of Japan. With selections like shrimp and pork gyoza with ginger soy dipping sauce, vegetable tempura with dashi sauce and grilled chicken yakitori in...
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Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
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