Cooking Classes in Downtown Chicago

Social Cooking Classes with top-rated chefs in Downtown Chicago.

If you’re looking for amazing, fun cooking classes in Downtown Chicago, check out these exciting offerings. Each class is instructed by a world-class chef and showcases a variety of cuisines, cooking styles and skill levels. Whether you want to level up your baking skills or explore a brand-new cuisine, you’re sure to find a class for you. Book your cooking class today!

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Classic Chicken Curry

~~$120~~ $55

Cooking Class

Give your usual line-up a hearty dose of international intrigue with this interactive cooking class from Chef Andrew. It's your first-hand introduction to making your own take on a recipe love in just about every region of the world. You'll discover the wonders of curry served with tender chicken, sumptuous potatoes and rich vegetables in a creamy sauce made from coconut milk flavored with mint. Try your hand at a global favorite that never fails to deligh...

Chef Andrew, Chicago

7 reviews

Next date: Mon, Dec 23rd at 7:00PM

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Learn Indonesian Recipes from a Native

$85

Cooking Class

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...

Chef Titik, Chicago - New City

24 reviews

Next date: Fri, Dec 27th at 6:00PM

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Preparing Traditional Sushi Rolls

$115

Cooking Class

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 Janet, Travels to guests within Chicago area

131 reviews

Next date: Tue, Jan 7th at 6:00PM

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Sushi Trio for Beginners

$129

Cooking Class

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...

Chef Alejandro, Chicago

7 reviews

Next date: Wed, Jan 8th at 6:00PM

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Indonesian Fusion Fare

$95

Cooking Class

Traditional Indonesian dishes are reinvented with modern flair in this exciting in-person fusion cuisine experience.Chef Titik is eager to elevate your notion of what Indonesian cooking can be! With his expertise leading the way in this hands-on cooking class, you’ll experience authentic Indonesian dishes prepared in a thoroughly contemporary style.You’ll create a savory smoked salmon corn fritter with a smoky chipotle aioli and a short ribs rendang ma...

Chef Titik, Chicago - New City

24 reviews

Next date: Fri, Dec 27th at 6:00PM

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Making Classic Chinese Favorites

$95

Cooking Class

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...

Chef Janet, Travels to guests within Chicago area

131 reviews

Next date: Tue, Jan 7th at 6:00PM

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Gourmet Spanish and Latin American Cuisine

$105

Cooking Class

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...

Chef Titik, Chicago - New City

24 reviews

Next date: Fri, Dec 27th at 6:00PM

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Creating Homemade Ravioli

$95

Cooking Class

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 Janet, Travels to guests within Chicago area

131 reviews

Next date: Tue, Jan 7th at 6:00PM

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Classic Indonesian Dishes

$105

Cooking Class

In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Titik, you'll learn how to prepare an impressive five-course Indonesian spread, authentic to the country. First, you'll start with a healthy sayur urap Indonesian salad with shredded coconut, and bold shrimp and potato in balado sauce. Then, you'll learn how to make a spicy and hearty beef rendang, a classic beef stew, paired with a fragrant nasi kuning yellow rice with lemongrass and coconut milk. End class with an...

Chef Titik, Chicago - New City

24 reviews

Next date: Fri, Dec 27th at 6:00PM

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Moroccan-Inspired French Cuisine

$105

Cooking Class

Join Chef Titik on a journey through the exotic fusion of French and Moroccan cuisine. In this in-person cooking class, you'll learn how to prepare a menu that blends French cooking techniques with the flavors and fragrances of Morocco. You'll start with French onion soup with Gruyère cheese and a baguette. Your main course is a lamb chop accented with almonds and fennel accompanied by roasted vegetable couscous. For dessert, you'll enjoy rustic apple gal...

Chef Titik, Chicago - New City

24 reviews

Next date: Fri, Dec 27th at 6:00PM

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Healthy Mediterranean Menu

$95

Cooking Class

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...

Chef Titik, Chicago - New City

24 reviews

Next date: Fri, Dec 27th at 6:00PM

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Mastering Vegetarian Cooking

$95

Cooking Class

Explore how delicious plant-based meals can be in this hands-on cooking class. Led by Chef Titik, you'll make a multi-course meal that harnesses the powers of vegetables and the flavors of fresh herbs. To begin, you'll make a creamy tomato bisque from scratch and top it with a crunch crostini made from a baguette. Next, make a flaky puff pastry to hold mushrooms, onions, and spinach for mushrooms en croute. Whip up a creamy cheese sauce with a mix of chees...

Chef Titik, Chicago - New City

24 reviews

Next date: Fri, Dec 27th at 6:00PM

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