New American Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago
It's often said that America is the great melting pot, and occasionally, that's quite literally the case. New American cuisine combines the best of all the cultures that have merged to create the United States as we know it. Despite its traditional influences, the precise way in which New American chefs see fusion makes the style relevant and contemporary. Learn a new way of cooking in Downtown Chicago and book a New American cooking class today!
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Savor New Orleans
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make authentic New Orleans cuisine in an exciting class. Dive into the flavorful world of New Orleans fare with an interactive cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality dishes from a five-star professional chef in a fun and interactive environment. Start with crispy popcorn shrimp with bloody mary...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Authentic Louisiana Eats
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make Louisiana fare in a hands-on course. Dive into the flavorful world of Louisiana cuisine in a one-of-a-kind cooking class. Learn to make traditional dishes from a five-star chef in an engaging environment. Prepare peel-and-eat shrimp with remoulade dipping sauce, chicken Andouille sausage gumbo and red...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Caribbean Culinary Feast
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make authentic Caribbean food in this engaging class. Dive into the vibrant world of Caribbean fare with this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make restaurant-quality cuisine from a five-star professional chef in an interactive environment. Start with crispy tostones with creamy garlic mojo dipping sauce....
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Classic American Tastes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make gourmet American dishes in a fun culinary session. Explore the vibrant flavors of America with a hands-on cooking class. Learn to make authentic regional cuisine from a top-notch chef while having a blast in the kitchen. Master new skills while making Carolina-style pulled pork sandwiches served with...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Classic Italian Comfort Food
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make hearty dishes inspired by Italian cooking. Explore the vast world of Italian comfort food in this hands-on cooking class. Learn to make authentic Italian dishes from a five-star professional chef in an engaging environment. Start with a fresh arugula salad with lemon-parmesan dressing followed by chicken...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Decadent Steakhouse Dishes - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Elevate your dinner date night with these luxurious dishes. Spend your date night in this engaging cooking class crafting elevated steakhouse dishes from scratch. A chef instructor will guide you through a menu of luxurious flavors. Plus, you'll master essential skills and techniques that will help to elevate your...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Homemade Nashville Cuisine
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover the flavors that make cuisine in Nashville so delicious. Explore Nashville through cuisine in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you the recipes for a few signature dishes that light up the Nashville food scene. Plus, learn essential techniques and skills that will elevate your...
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Verified Chef
Chef Shirley or Resident Chef
Skokie
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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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Louisiana Kitchen Staples
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make lively Louisiana favorites from the bayou to Bourbon Street. This immersive cooking class showcases renowned regional dishes in a flavorful feast. Guided by the chef, you’ll practice traditional methods for preparing Cajun staples like chicken and andouille gumbo. Master fundamental techniques from...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Steak Basics - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Learn how to cook a perfect steak every time. Steak is the star of this interactive cooking class where you’ll craft a steak dinner complete with sides and dessert. From the differences between rare and medium rare to how to choose the perfect cut, this chef-led experience is a delicious way to spend an...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Hot Chicken 101
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Uncover the secrets of Nashville hot chicken is this chef-led experience. Create the hot chicken Nashville is famous for in this special interactive cooking class. Led by a top-rated chef, this hands-on session is sure to please any lover of spice and...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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