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.
CHEF’S PLACE
Staple Breads
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Discover how easy it can be to make bread at home. This interactive cooking class delves into the art of bread-making with a selection of essential loaves. Learn the roles of yeast and proofing as you make homemade white bread. Explore different types of flour and additional ingredients while making cinnamon raisin...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Exploring Everyday Breads
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Upgrade your homemade bread with tips from an expert chef. This hands-on cooking class will elevate your bread-making with an in-depth look at the art of the loaf. Learn about the effects of yeast and proofing on the flavor and texture of your dough as you prepare classic white bread. You’ll work with different...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Thailand's Delicate Culinary Balance
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Thai food is easy to prepare with the tips you'll learn in this cooking class. In this cooking class, learn to craft restaurant-style Thai dishes at home. A master chef will teach you the art of balancing flavors, frying crisp shrimp, and simmering green curry sauce. Each dish is flavorful, loaded with healthy, fresh...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Hearty Ravioli From Scratch
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Roll out the dough for your own homemade ravioli, accompanied by an appetizer and dessert. Join Chef Rakhi for a Florentine-inspired cooking class from appetizers to desserts and everything in between. Learn new pasta-making skills and add a zest of Italian charm to your culinary repertoire.
Chef Rakhi will guide...
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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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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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
A Taste of Italian Classics
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Master sautéing, pan-sauce creation and assembling authentic Italian desserts. Discover the flavors of Italy in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet. Perfect for food enthusiasts, this class highlights essential techniques for crafting authentic Italian dishes.
Begin with bruschetta topped with tomatoes and...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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Fresh Spring Supper - Date Night
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Put a spring in your step with this seasonal date night session. Celebrate the arrival of spring with this hands-on cooking class that’s perfect for couples. Guided by an expert chef, you and your partner will practice kitchen techniques as you roast herby chicken and make sides of farro with sugar snap peas and...
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Chef Jesse or Resident Chef
Naperville (Downtown)
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Chinese Comfort at Home
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn expert tips for recreating Chinese comfort favorites in your own kitchen. This hands-on cooking class teaches all the skills and techniques you need to whip up your favorite Chinese takeout recipes from tangy hot and sour soup to savory ginger beef and scallion lo mein. Practice your knife skills while preparing...
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Chef Eric or Resident Chef
Chicago (Streeterville)
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Chinese Cravings
$89
Cooking Class
$89
Learn to make Chinese favorites at home that are better than your go-to takeout. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll discover restaurant-style secrets for preparing delicious Chinese classics. Warm up with hot and sour soup and mix savory batter for homemade scallion pancakes. The chef will share tips for working...
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Chef William or Resident Chef
Skokie
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Fusion Feast for Foodies
$129
Cooking Class
$129
Travel the world through food while perfecting essential cooking techniques and recipes. Discover the art of international finger foods in this exciting cooking class packed with flavor and technique. Guided by Chef Rakhi, known for her creative flair and culinary expertise, you’ll explore a variety of global small...
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Chef Rakhi
Chicago (North Center)
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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU
Mother's Day
Essential Dim Sum
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Explore an incredible array of Asian dishes prepared with a hearty helping of tradition. The time-honored traditions of dim sum comes to your home kitchen in this interactive cooking class with Chef Janet. She'll teach you how to create your own classic spread brimming with fresh flavor.
Begin by creating shrimp...
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Chef Janet
Serving the Chicago area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Staples of Italy From-Scratch
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Create risotto, Chicken Marsala and tiramisù - a trio of Italian best. This cooking class offers an in-depth exploration of Italy’s culinary treasures. Chef Andy will guide you through a three-course menu, teaching traditional techniques that celebrate the essence of Italian cooking.
Start with a vibrant...
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Chef Andy or Resident Chef
Chicago (Lower West Side)
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