Pastry Classes in Downtown Chicago
Downtown Chicago's pastry classes offer an assortment of experiences as varied as pastry counters themselves. Even those without a sweet tooth can perfect their flaky shepherd's pie crust. For the rest of us, such culinary adventures are a foray into the land of cream puffs, éclairs, danishes and bear claws. This list barely scratches the surface — many countries have an array of little-known delights professional chefs can introduce you to. Your morning coffee will never be boring again.
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From Savory to Sweet Bakes
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Learn the basics of baking from savory breads to sweet desserts with gluten-free options available. This cooking class introduces you to the fundamentals of baking, with a focus on creating versatile and flavorful doughs. Chef Janet’s step-by-step guidance makes this session perfect for bakers of all skill...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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French Pastry Collection
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create decadent delights from the world's richest gourmet traditions. There's something special baking in this hands-on cooking class, where French pastries become your new favorite homemade delight. Follow guided instruction from a first-rate local chef who'll show you easy-to-master techniques for making mini...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Afternoon at a Parisian Pâtisserie
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Enjoy treats made better than Paris's most delicious pâtisseries. Explore the foundations of French baking in this hands-on cooking class. A chef instructor will take you on a sweet culinary journey to France to make iconic pastries from scratch. Along the way, learn the time-honored recipes and techniques to create...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Seasonal Macarons
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Make your own fresh spring macarons with help from a chef. In this seasonal cooking class, you’ll create fresh, flaky French macarons inspired by the flavors and ingredients of springtime. You’ll even get to craft the perfect flavor fillings to complement your...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Madeleines Made Easy
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to craft delectable French desserts with ease. Discover how delicious authentic Madeleines can be in this immersive cooking class. A chef instructor will teach you how to make bite-sized buttery cakes. Use fresh ingredients to add modern flavors to this delectable dessert. Plus, learn baking skills that will...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Bake Like the French
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn how to create unbelievable Parisian pastries. Travel to Paris through your taste buds in this interactive cooking class. Using fresh ingredients and instruction from a world-class chef, you’ll craft delectable French pastries worthy of any...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Fresh-Baked Danish Delights
$89
Cooking Class
$89
These authentic bakes are the perfect addition to your breakfast table or dessert tray. Add something new to your morning coffee or teatime treats with a cooking class showcasing delicious danish creations. You'll turn handcrafted pastry dough into pockets loaded with luscious cream cheese filling and pinwheel treats...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Magnificent Madeleines
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Create your own perfect Parisian pastries in this DIY madeleines class. Make your own rich, buttery madeleines, perfect to enjoy with coffee or on their own as a sweet treat, in this hands-on cooking class. Led by a world-class baker, this interactive class is perfect for any interest or skill...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Macarons in Spring
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Explore authentic French baking to make decadent macarons. Master the art of macarons in this immersive cooking class. An expert chef instructor will teach you the recipe to whip up the batter from scratch. Plus, learn the techniques to pipe and bake the treats to perfection. You'll use fresh ingredients to make...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Fun Flavorful Croissants
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Draw flavor inspiration from these creative croissants. What flavor sensations will you create with the skills in this hands-on cooking class? The chef will teach you how to properly form classic croissant dough to infuse with sweet and savory additions. Practice working different ingredients into your treats by...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Delicious Danishes
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Elevate your baking abilities with these fresh and tasty pastries. The grocery store bakery section has nothing on this cooking class highlighting the techniques for crafting your own authentic danish-based treats. Your first-rate instructor shows you how to make a delicate pastry dough that becomes cream cheese...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Luxurious Layer Cake
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Master essential techniques for crafting impressive gourmet layer cakes. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll practice professional-level methods while building an exquisite berry mousse layer cake. Your chef instructor shares tips for making frostings and fillings like vanilla buttercream and raspberry coulis as...
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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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