Italian Cooking Classes in Chicago

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Make your Nonna proud, sharpen your culinary skills and learn to produce perfect pasta by taking Italian cooking classes in Chicago. A master chef will teach you the basics of classic Italian cuisine, from antipasti to dolce, while you put your own personal touch on the delectable dishes you create. Prepare for your personal tour of Italy and enroll in your cooking class today!

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Perfecting Creamy Chicken Alfredo

Perfecting Creamy Chicken Alfredo

$99 $55

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Level up your chicken Alfredo recipe in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Lawrencia. Discover how to create perfect handmade pasta and rich Alfredo sauce with fresh ingredients. Start by learning the best methods for creating fresh pasta dough, rolling and shaping it expertly. Chef Lawrencia will guide you in creating a cheesy Alfredo sauce from scratch using cream, butter, garlic and Parmesan, plus your choice of grilled chicken or zesty jerk chicken....
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Chef Lawrencia, Chicago - Norwood Park
8 reviews
Next date: Mon, Feb 27th at 7:00PM

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Italian Four-Course Menu

Italian Four-Course Menu

$95

Cooking Class

This cooking class features an authentic Italian four-course menu using fresh ingredients. Chef David shares his tips and tricks as he teaches you to master an array of Italian recipes. You'll start with a charred Caesar salad topped with homemade croutons and Parmesan. Next is a creamy risotto with Arborio rice, stock and fresh herbs. Your entrée is a savory lemon and herb-roasted chicken. Dessert is a decadent vegan chocolate mousse. MENUCharred Caesar...
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Chef David, Chicago
4 reviews
Next date: Wed, Feb 1st at 6:00PM

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Crafting Authentic Italian Pasta

Crafting Authentic Italian Pasta

$99

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Discover an authentic Italian recipe in this hands-on cooking class. Chef Alex will guide you through advanced culinary techniques to create classic Italian dishes.Begin by crafting a hearty ribollita soup brimming with warm tomatoes, kale and potatoes and topped with crispy Tuscan bread. For the main event, roll, shape and prepare fresh squash-stuffed cappelletti pasta from scratch. Then, cover your handmade cuisine with a savory sauce filled with warm sp...
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Chef Alex, Travels to guests within Chicago area
1 review
Next date: Thu, Feb 16th at 6:00PM

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Colorful Pasta-Making for Kids

Colorful Pasta-Making for Kids

$99

Cooking Class

Let your young ones start to cultivate their culinary skills with this engaging kids' cooking class. Chef Andy will teach colorful Italian recipes and child-safe cooking skills that they can replicate in their own kitchen.Begin the gourmet meal with skewers stacked with fresh tomato, cheese and basil, drizzled with a tangy homemade balsamic glaze. Next, everyone will get excited to create multi-colored pasta completely from scratch before serving it in a h...
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Chef Andy, Chicago - Lower West Side
20 reviews
Next date: Sat, Feb 25th at 12:30PM

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Perfecting Pasta Rolled by Hand

Perfecting Pasta Rolled by Hand

$105

Cooking Class

Everyone knows there is nothing quite like the succulent taste of homemade pasta. It is luscious and fresh, and you are going to learn how to make it! Join Chef Paco for a journey through pasta making. You will return to the old school way of making pasta by hand. Learn how to knead the dough, roll out the noodles and cook your pasta to absolute perfection. Discover exciting new pastas to try, including tagliatelle. This is an interactive and enjoyable exp...
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Chef Paco, Chicago - West Ridge
5 reviews
Next date: Wed, Mar 1st at 6:00PM

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Creative Pizza-Making for Kids

Creative Pizza-Making for Kids

$95

Cooking Class

This is an awesome kid-friendly cooking class designed to get future foodies involved with making their own meals. Anyway, what kid doesn’t love a pizza party? In this hands-on class, they get to create their own pizza menu to serve and enjoy. First, Chef Andy will guide young participants in making homemade pizza dough, teaching them hands-on rolling and kneading techniques. Then, they’ll use the dough to make their own customizable pies with their fa...
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Chef Andy, Chicago - Lower West Side
20 reviews
Next date: Sat, Feb 25th at 12:30PM

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Master the Art of Gnocchi

Master the Art of Gnocchi

$95

Cooking Class

A culinary journey to Italy awaits, where Chef Paco is ready to show you how to make gnocchi from scratch. Gnocchi is a fun, light and delectable dish. It can be easy to make, too! Learn how to make these soft dough dumplings completely from scratch. You will start off with boiling the potatoes, incorporating flour, then learning how to finish the dish off to perfection. Gnocchi pairs well with chicken, eggplant, pork, and more, so prepare for a divine Ita...
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Chef Paco, Chicago - West Ridge
5 reviews
Next date: Wed, Mar 1st at 6:00PM

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Mastering Ravioli Techniques

Mastering Ravioli Techniques

$105

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Join Chef Paco for an exquisite cooking experience on making homemade ravioli where you are guaranteed to taste the difference when diving into these pockets of flavor. You will never buy store-bought ravioli again! In this class, you will discover the intricate techniques used to make ravioli completely from scratch. A variety of intense flavors are in store, from spinach and mascarpone to sausage and wild mushroom. Chef Paco's ravioli dishes are truly wo...
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Chef Paco, Chicago - West Ridge
5 reviews
Next date: Wed, Mar 1st at 6:00PM

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Make Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch

Make Pizza Neapolitan From Scratch

$95

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When made by hand, the humble pizza takes on an entirely new level of flavor and elegance. In this interactive class with Chef Paco, you'll explore pizza-making techniques, including kneading the dough to a perfect consistency, baking it in the oven, and selecting the right toppings. Begin the hands-on class with a palate-cleansing mixed green salad. Next, you'll prepare Neapolitan pizza from scratch, including making the dough and choosing from a wide var...
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Chef Paco, Chicago - West Ridge
5 reviews
Next date: Wed, Mar 1st at 6:00PM

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Cook Fresh Pasta and Rustic Favorites

Cook Fresh Pasta and Rustic Favorites

$109

Cooking Class

This Italian-themed cooking class will have you whipping up traditional favorites like a pro. Chef Paco will help you craft exquisite dishes using fresh ingredients and expert techniques. Make a delightful polenta cake with tomato ragu and herby basil. You’ll also learn to transform fresh dough into perfectly cooked linguine noodles topped with decadent vodka sauce. Select from shrimp, Italian sausage or vegan toppings to complete the dish. For dessert,...
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Chef Paco, Chicago - West Ridge
5 reviews
Next date: Wed, Mar 1st at 6:00PM

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Perfecting Pasta and Italian Comfort Classics

Perfecting Pasta and Italian Comfort Classics

$85

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Join Chef Alex for a cooking class featuring the art of traditional pasta making and time-honored Italian techniques. You'll use classic ingredients to prepare a comfort-inspired menu that showcases your Italian go-to dishes. Kick off this fun class with a crisp Caesar salad made with salty white anchovies and homemade buttery croutons. Next, learn an expert's methods for perfecting hearty chicken or eggplant Parmesan simmered in a tangy tomato sauce and y...
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Chef Alex, Travels to guests within Chicago area
1 review

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Get in on Italian Pasta-Making Traditions

Get in on Italian Pasta-Making Traditions

$85

Cooking Class

Roll up your sleeves and dive into the authentic techniques of traditional pasta making in this cooking class with Chef Alex. You'll use regional ingredients to create a vibrant menu of classic Italian recipes as you learn valuable culinary skills from an expert chef.This class will start with a lesson in balancing flavors and textures as you prepare a tangy shaved fennel and orange salad drizzled in a bright herb vinaigrette. For your main course, you'll...
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Chef Alex, Travels to guests within Chicago area
1 review

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