Asian Cooking Classes in Chicago

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...

Learn the time-honored technique to create classic sushi rolls from scratch in this cooking class with Chef Shaunte. In this class, you'll learn how to prepare the perfect seasoned sushi rice and practice your knife skills to chop avocado, carrots and cucumber. Spread the sushi rice onto the nori sheets and layer your fresh vegetables and imitation crab. Then, master the technique for rolling the sushi like a professional. Finish it off with a sprinkle of...

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...

If you've ever wanted to roll sushi like a pro, this hands-on cooking class is the way to go! Chef Alejandro is ready to share tips and tricks for making popular sushi rolls and choosing the freshest fish available.You'll begin by learning how to prepare kappamaki with rice, nori and cucumber. Next up is a California roll with capelin roe, crab sticks and avocado. Then, you'll roll up a traditional salmon temaki with rice and nori. Dessert is a sweet scoop...

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...

Chef Andy makes sushi-making accessible in this hands-on cooking class. You'll learn fundamental knife skills for slicing sushi, how to create a tight sushi roll and tips for pairing flavors. You'll explore different kinds of sushi such as popular maki rolls as well as simple yet mouthwatering nigiri and sashimi. For dessert, you'll enjoy a refreshing dish of fresh fruit with honey and togarashi, a spicy Japanese spice blend. MENUMaki SushiWith salmon, spi...

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 fun cooking class for kids is a great way to get little hands involved and skilled in the kitchen. Chef Andy will patiently help these eager chefs create a menu of Japanese favorites that they can be proud of. To start, they'll learn all about safe and proper knife skills while slicing cucumbers to make a refreshing salad. They’ll also learn to make an impressive sushi roll, filled with colorful fresh veggies like bell peppers, carrots and scallions...