Cooking Classes in Chicago

Explore how delicious plant-based meals can be in this hands-on cooking class. Led by Chef Titik, you'll make a multi-course meal that harnesses the powers of vegetables and the flavors of fresh herbs. To begin, you'll make a creamy tomato bisque from scratch and top it with a crunch crostini made from a baguette. Next, make a flaky puff pastry to hold mushrooms, onions, and spinach for mushrooms en croute. Whip up a creamy cheese sauce with a mix of chees...

Grab your apron and discover how to create traditional Chinese favorites in this interactive cooking class. Chef Janet will help you prepare an incredible meal with fresh ingredients and time-honored recipes authentic to the cuisine. Begin by crafting shrimp shumai dumplings brimming with pork and mushrooms. Next, create potstickers with homemade wrappers, beef, pork and fresh vegetables. Cook up chicken wings covered in an addictive ginger soy sauce. End...

This kid-friendly cooking class is perfect for little hands to learn new culinary skills. Instructor Chef Alejandro is an expert in creating fun recipes and guiding young chefs through new techniques.The kids will learn to make a healthy and refreshing seaweed salad with fresh crab. They’ll also learn to roll their very own classic California sushi rolls with crab, cucumber and avocado. For dessert, little chefs will love building ice cream sandwiches by...

Dive into this interactive cooking class based on hit TV series "The Bear". Chef Andy will guide you through the creation of several delectable dishes that celebrate Chicago and the flavors of your favorite characters. Discover how to form Sydney's French Omelette with eggs, potato chips, Boursin cheese and chives. Prepare a spicy Italian beef sandwich with a side of homemade "quick" giardiniera full of fresh produce. Complete your meal with a delectable C...

Join Chef Titik for a hands-on cooking class where you'll learn to make several healthy, delicious Mediterranean dishes. Each dish uses an array of interesting ingredients to create a robust and flavorful meal.First, make juicy chicken kebabs paired with creamy hummus and a refreshing tabouleh salad. Then you'll learn how to make a classic, flavorful Catalan seafood stew with shrimp, mussels, fish and saffron and enjoy it with a crispy crostini. For desser...

In this hands-on cooking class, discover how to create your own delicious sushi rolls. Chef Janet will teach you traditional techniques as you combine fresh ingredients with favorite recipes for unforgettable rolls. Craft a smoked salmon roll with refreshing mango, a shrimp roll with creamy avocado and a traditional favorite: the California roll. You’ll also create a fresh surimi roll to add to your selection. Skip takeout and invite your friends to this...

Bring classic pasta dishes to life in this interactive pasta-making cooking class with Chef Andy. After beginning with a little historical background on the pastas native to different regions of Italy, you'll assemble a starter of grilled bread topped with prosciutto and honey. Then, you'll learn to make fresh pasta from scratch. Once your dough comes together you'll use the fresh pasta in two vibrant Italian dishes: Italian sausage pasta and fluffy ricott...

Join Chef Titik on a journey through the exotic fusion of French and Moroccan cuisine. In this in-person cooking class, you'll learn how to prepare a menu that blends French cooking techniques with the flavors and fragrances of Morocco. You'll start with French onion soup with Gruyère cheese and a baguette. Your main course is a lamb chop accented with almonds and fennel accompanied by roasted vegetable couscous. For dessert, you'll enjoy rustic apple gal...

Transform your baking skills in this fun and rewarding cooking class.This baking class covers the basics of dough making and is designed for beginners and experienced bakers alike. Chef Janet will guide you step by step, starting with savory scones where you’ll learn the correct way to incorporate herbs and flavors into your dough. Next, you’ll choose between making traditional bread or gluten-free rolls and practice shaping and proofing techniques. Fi...

Learn authentic Mexican cooking techniques to prepare delicious, made-from-scratch recipes in this cooking class with Chef Andy. First, you'll learn to make flour tortillas from scratch. Chef Andy's recipe is tender and chewy, and he'll share his secrets for creating perfect flour tortillas from scratch. Then you'll fill those fresh tortillas with your choice of meat or vegetables. You'll also learn to make creamy, spicy elote corn and finish off the meal...

In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Titik, you'll experience the tastes of incredible regions with both Spanish and Latin American cooking styles. Join Chef Titik as you learn how to prepare a variety of unique dishes, including savory chicken vegetable empanadas with romesco sauce and crispy beef tacos topped with zesty salsa roja and guacamole. Then, you'll learn how to prepare a fragrant Spanish seafood paella, a traditional Spanish dish that can b...

Add some Italian flair to your meal rotation with a hands-on cooking class led by Chef Janet.This culinary session focuses on the essential techniques behind some of the most beloved Italian dishes. You'll start by making a delicious bruschetta topped with fresh tomatoes and a savory olive tapenade. For the main course, immerse yourself in earthy mushroom flavors as you choose between making creamy mushroom risotto or tender chicken marsala. Then, you'll w...