Date Night Cooking Classes in Chicago

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...

Join Chef Jen for an unforgettable culinary adventure as you dive into the world of homemade sushi! In this hands-on cooking class, you'll master the art of knifing, rice preparation, and ingredient selection to craft an array of mouthwatering rolls right in your own kitchen. Get ready to roll up some smoked salmon rolls, blending sushi rice, nori, luscious smoked salmon and creamy avocado. Then, venture into the world of California rolls, where sushi rice...

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...

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...

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...

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...

In this creative cooking class, learn how to craft homemade ravioli from scratch. Chef Janet will introduce you to a classic recipe paired with favorite sides to complement the meal. Begin by preparing a Caprese salad drizzled with zesty oil. Next, use the homemade pasta dough to create butternut squash ravioli with an addictive brown sugar sauce or beef ravioli with fresh vegetable red sauce for your main entree. End your meal by wrapping classic cannoli...

Chef David puts a new spin on Spanish cuisine in this hands-on cooking class. You'll learn how to use smart culinary techniques and fresh ingredients to create authentic recipes your friends and family will love. Start with a robust pan con tomate on a crisp French baguette. Next is a chicken and chorizo paella with Arborio rice and a side of shaved Brussels sprouts salad with manchego cheese and dates. Dessert is a sweet treat of Spanish almond cake. MENU...

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...

Take a trip south with this cooking class led by Chef David. He shares favorite family recipes and culinary traditions handed down for generations in an interactive setting. You'll start with an authentic Southern cornbread with honey butter. Next, you'll prepare shrimp and grits with cheddar cheese and a side of braised collard greens with bacon and vegetable stock. Dessert is a rich bread pudding with brioche bread, eggs and dried fruit. MENUHomemade Cor...

A culinary adventure awaits you, filled with the excitement of unique spices and unexpected flavors. Indonesian cuisine combines simple ingredients and exciting seasonings to create a flavor wilderness unlike anything else you’ve ever tasted. Embark on a journey of discovery in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Tiktik and learn how to prepare them for yourself! You’ll create a three-course menu that makes this an excursion worth taking, including s...

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...