Cooking Classes in Chicago

Discover your inner chef in this cooking class led by Chef Janet, who will teach you that fresh pasta noodles always taste better. This engaging class covers pasta-making basics and expert techniques as you form a fresh pasta dough. Find the perfect combination of flour and eggs to make delicately risen dough, kneading it and letting it rest, then rolling it out to the precise consistency. Finally, cook your pasta to the perfect al dente texture, topping i...

Come join fellow foodies and find your inner chef in this cooking class focused on the art of sushi making.Work alongside Chef Jen as you embark on an unforgettable culinary journey that will have you practicing knife skills, rice preparation and premium ingredients selection. You will learn the art of rolling handmade sushi as you discover an easy-to-create recipe for fresh California rolls, with fresh chopped and crisp vegetables, imitation crab and stic...

Create fresh, flavorful sushi with traditional techniques in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Janet. Homemade sushi is not all about the outcome; it is about the experience, steaming the perfect sushi rice and rolling the ingredients. Learn to prepare a fresh, aromatic veggie roll with sweet mango and crisp cucumber and a mild, creamy, refreshing California roll with a combination of creamy avocado, surimi and cucumber that always delivers a fresh pop...

Discover how easy it is to fold your own Asian-style dumplings in this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Janet. You'll learn how to make delicious fresh dough and mouthwatering meat or vegetarian dumplings from scratch along with an easy dipping sauce to enjoy them with.Begin by practicing your knife skills as you prep fresh veggies and optional beef and pork to create a savory potsticker filling. Next, Chef Janet will guide you as you mix and roll fresh...

Explore the magic of being a gourmet chocolatier in this in-person cooking class from Chef Janet. She'll share her tips and tricks for turning out your own collection of sumptuous treats. You'll learn the secrets of tempering chocolate to achieve a crisp, glossy coating and work with an array of nuts, creams and candies to create incredibly luscious fillings. You'll also experiment with molds as you shape and fill your chocolates before taste-testing your...

Add homemade sushi to your home cooking line-up with this in-person cooking class from Chef Janet. She'll introduce you to knifing, rice preparation and ingredient selections for making an array of enticing rolls in your own kitchen. Discover the professional methods for slicing your sushi ingredients with precision and create can't-miss sushi rice to cradle your delicious fillings. Then, learn the art of the wrap as you assemble a classic California roll...

If fresh pasta is on your home dining menu, this in-person cooking class with Chef Janet is just for you! You'll learn how simple it is to transform wholesome ingredients into fabulous pasta to serve your friends and family. Start your cooking lesson by mixing together eggs, flour and oil to form a traditional dough, then cut it into impeccable pasta strips. Next, finely dice onions, mushrooms, spinach and tomatoes to prepare a rich Marinara sauce that wil...

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...

Recreate authentic Latin American dishes in this interactive cooking class with Chef Oumar.Make fresh guacamole, shrimp skewers, carne asada and coconut flan using fresh, flavorful ingredients. The chef will take you through a complete Latin American culinary experience, sharing traditional techniques and tips for achieving the perfect balance of flavors in each dish. By the end of the class, you'll have the skills and knowledge to recreate these five-star...

Enjoy a delicious pizza made with your own hands in this fun cooking class with Chef Janet. From preparing the dough to choosing the perfect toppings, you’ll learn all the steps that go into creating a delicious homemade pizza. You'll start with a refreshing Caprese salad to start your meal, the perfect accompaniment to any pizza. Then, make and shape your pizza dough from scratch and top it with your favorite ingredients. To finish on a sweet note, you'...

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...

Explore the aromatic flavors of India through plant-based cuisine in this immersive cooking class. Chef Rakhi will teach you the recipes and techniques for classic Indian dishes using vegan ingredients. First, learn how to make pooris, a deep-fried bread, from scratch. Then, transform chickpeas into chole, a spicy curry. Next, make aloo gobi using cauliflower and potatoes and flavored with aromatic spices. Finish by making gajar halwa using almond milk and...