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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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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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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Chef William 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 William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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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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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Southern Chicken Dinner
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make classic fried chicken with all the fixings. This hands-on cooking class covers the time-honored techniques behind traditional Southern staples. Follow along with an expert chef as you practice coating and frying chicken to crunchy, golden perfection. Braise greens with bacon and master the art of forming...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Southern Fried Chicken Supper
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create a fried chicken feast featuring delicious Southern traditions. If you've ever wanted to know the secrets for perfectly fried chicken, this hands-on cooking class is for you. The chef will teach you how to prepare crunchy, classic buttermilk fried chicken that’s golden and crisp on the outside and tender and...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Luscious Latin American - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a lesson in fabulous global cuisine, shared with someone special. Your moments together get a hearty helping of sizzle in a date night cooking class where Latin American tradition stirs the imagination. From grilling churrascaria steak like a pro to preparing sumptuous sides to concocting fresh watermelon agua...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Latin American Dining - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Soothe those spicy cravings with a date night featuring Latin American delicacies. You won't want to skip this Latin American special cooking class that's sure to spice things up on your date night! Make your dishes the central element of the night and attention as you combine a grilled steak with cheesy empanadas,...
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Verified Chef
Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Kids Cooking Series
Father's Day Wingding - Family Fun
$69
Cooking Class
$69
Dad deserves a joyous day in the kitchen, celebrating with his favorite kitchen helpers. Give the big guy a high-flying Father's Day meal in a kid-friendly cooking class with fast casual dining on the menu. Your little chefs share a session with dad, grandpa, uncle or brother, culinary fun that includes making wings,...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Gastro Grilling
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Get to grips with delicious new recipes for that summer cookout on the coals. Whether you have a party planned or simply want to take your grilling game to the next level, this cooking class is definitely for you. In it, you'll learn to create delicacies like charred pepper, peach and feta salad, grilled and smoked...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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A British Coastal Classic
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to prepare one of the UK's most iconic seaside dishes. Beer-Battered Fish and Chips - Coleslaw with Remoulade Dressing - Strawberry Shortcakes - Arnold Palmer
Why book flights all the way to the UK when you could learn to prepare one of its most iconic dishes with this dedicated cooking class? That's right,...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Flame-Grilled Flavor
$89
Cooking Class
$89
A hands-on class covering essential techniques for grilling meat, veggies and more. If you're hoping to become the king of your group's summer cookouts, this dedicated cooking class is sure to help you do so. In it, under the guidance of a renowned chef, you'll learn to prepare a host of delectable recipes on your...
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Verified Chef
Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
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Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.