Cheese Classes in Chicago, IL

In this new class format, meet one of our expert cheesemongers and get schooled on artisanal cheeses. You will learn all about the cheese, including how the cheese is made, the producer's story, and recipe ideas (spoiler: sometimes it's just recommended to eat it with salumi and  a good glass of wine!). During class, you will enjoy a...

Pecorino, washed-rind, farmstead, stagionato…what does it all mean? Join the master cheesemongers of Eataly in a guided tasting of carefully-selected cheeses that highlight a wide variety of cheese making styles and techniques. Guests will enjoy a tasting of 6 of Eataly's most delicious cheeses at peak perfection, paired with just the right condiments...

In this class our expert cheesemonger will demonstrate how to make soft and chewy mozzarella from curd before leading guests in a hands-on workshop where you will get to make your own mozzarella cheese with our local curd to take home! Guests will enjoy a selection of housemade and imported antipasti from our salumi and formaggi counter. Guests will...

No picnic is complete without a selection of delicious cheeses accompanied by an assortment of fruits, condiments and freshly-baked bread. However, when you're going to be out all day in the sun, it is important to choose your cheeses wisely−the last thing you want in your picnic basket is a meltdown! Join our cheesemonger as he leads a tasting...

The marriage of wine and cheese is one of our most exciting taste sensations, from easy appetizers to an elegant cheese board, even Mac 'n Cheese. Learn the secrets of successful wine and cheese pairing in this tasting of 6 prominent cheese styles mixed-&-matched with 6 wines. This seminar is fun and delicious for all wine and food lovers!

In this behind-the-scenes look at Eataly's mozzarella lab, guests will tour the production area with our cheesemonger, who will demonstrate how to make creamy, chewy mozzarella from curds and boiling salted water.  At the conclusion of the tour, you'll enjoy a taste of our housemade mozzarella, fresh from the pot! ...

This 4-hour excursion through mixology, where you will learn everything from the essential of cocktail creations to the nuances of pairing fresh fruit and herbs with unique spirits, will have you surprising and entertaining guests and/or clients in no time.  Whether you have no experience, have taken a bartending course, or are an experienced...

Interested in taking your cheesemaking skills a step further or want to advance your expertise to a higher level? This cheesemaking class takes it up a notch from our basic mozzarella making class by demonstrating how to make burrata. Assorted housemade antipasti will be tasted at the beginning of the class as well as a glass of Prosecco as a welcome....

“Naaman Gambill is an Urban Beekeeper and the Co-Founder of The Hive Supply. They manage over 150 hives in the Chicago area for food and beverage industries, restaurants and catering companies, as well as cultural institutions.  Based in North Lawndale The Hive Supply strives to do good work: for people, bees,  and the community....

Join us for Happy Hour at The Chopping Block! Enjoy tastings of two select food-friendly wines along with charcuterie-cheese board to nosh on. This is a great way to get your evening started, especially if you roll right into one of our evening classes. Note: All bottles of wine purchased during happy hour will be 10% off!

Learn the basics of working with yeast doughs and the art of properly shaping and baking them to perfection!  Menu: Carrot-Rosemary Braided Whole Wheat Loaf Pecan Sticky Buns Spinach, Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Calzones Skills Covered in Class Include: Mixing Yeast Dough Understanding Ingredient Functions Using Different Flours...

Join us for Happy Hour at The Chopping Block! Enjoy tastings of two select food-friendly wines paired with a charcuterie-cheese board to nosh on. This is a great way to get your evening started, especially if you roll right into one of our evening classes. All bottles of wine purchased during happy hour will be 10% off!

The best barbecue teams gather in Memphis each year to compete for the title of world champion. We will create our own winning recipes inspired by these traditional Southern specialties.  Menu: Ultimate Barbecued Ribs with Homemade BBQ Sauce Four Cheese Skillet Mac-n-Cheese Bacony Baked Beans Creamy Cabbage Slaw Seasonal Fruit Cobbler with...

Layered with vegetables and butter, breads are the star of an Indian meal.  In this cooking class, make stuffed north Indian flat breads, known as paratha, such as aloo (potato), gobi (cauliflower), paneer (cottage cheese), palak (spinach), and lachha (layered) paratha.  Learn dough preparation and pairing options. Students will make fresh...

Mamma Mia! Master the art of creating authentic Neapolitan pizzas in your own home.  Grilled Radicchio and White Bean Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Potato-Rosemary Pizza with Prosciutto and Parmesan Cheese  Pistachio Pesto, Italian Sausage and Fontina Cheese Pizza Margherita (Tomato Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella and Basil) Pizza Skills...