Cooking Classes in Chicago

Chef Rakhi gives Indian dishes the garden treatment in this hands-on vegetarian cooking class. You'll learn the secrets for plating up plant-forward dishes with regional flair and flavor to spare! Your lesson begins with savory oven-roasted tandoori potatoes and saag paneer loaded with fresh spinach and juicy tomatoes. You'll also create paratha, a savory fried bread perfect for wrapping and dipping to enjoy with any savory dish. Close out your session wit...

Learn to make handcrafted Italian pasta in this interactive cooking class with Chef Janet. With Chef Janet's guidance and support, you'll learn fundamental techniques for preparing flavorsome pasta dishes like gnocchi and tagliatelle. The session starts with a tasty bruschetta appetizer featuring tomatoes, basil and olive oil on crispy bread. You'll then move on to the main course, choosing between tagliatelle or soft gnocchi made from scratch and paired w...

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 Aunt V for an immersive culinary journey delving into the heritage of the Mediterranean, where time-honored recipes come alive through a palette of vivid and lively ingredients. Embark on this interactive cooking experience that celebrates the richness of chickpeas, tomatoes, zesty herbs, and invigorating lemon. Begin by crafting a radiant red pepper hummus infused with the aromatic essence of garlic and olive oil. As the centerpiece, master the...

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...

Join Chef Rakhi for a Florentine-inspired cooking class that will take you from zesty starters to sweet desserts all in one night.You’ll kick things off with a light vegetable carpaccio appetizer made with fresh herbs and a homemade dressing. Then, Chef Rakhi will teach you how to make pasta from scratch as you create delicious beef ravioli topped with a homemade vodka sauce. And for dessert, you'll bake sweet lemon drop cookies that melt in your mouth....

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...

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'...

Explore the culinary world in a variety of small bites during this exciting cooking class with Chef Rakhi. You'll begin the class by practicing your grilling skills to make pinchos morunos, a savory pork tenderloin served on skewers and seasoned with a variety of Spanish spices. Then, transform simple canned tuna and potatoes into spicy tuna cakes that will take you to the coast. Explore French cuisine by making mini croque-monsieur topped with a rich and...

Learn how to create your favorite Chinese recipes in this fun and interactive cooking class. Chef Andy will teach you how to prepare authentic recipes with a vegan twist. You'll start with mushroom and cabbage potstickers with soy sauce, wrappers, scallions and ponzu sauce. Your main entrée is orange tofu served over rice with ginger, onions and garlic. For dessert, enjoy fried Chinese sesame seed balls with rice flour and a sweet red bean paste. MENUMush...

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...

Discover traditional European recipes in this interactive gourmet cooking class. Chef Rakhi will guide you through the classic techniques for building a full menu from scratch. Begin with a palate-cleansing roasted beet and carrot salad involving Gorgonzola cheese and walnuts. Craft a classic and hearty chicken pot pie pastry with chicken and béchamel. Learn to prepare a side dish of herb-roasted potatoes. Finish with a Parisian-style vanilla bean crème...