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Kick off the holiday season and learn how to prepare delicious appetizers for your next festive gathering.
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The Chopping Block Lincoln Square
Lincoln Square, North Side
4747 N Lincoln
Btwn W Leland & W Lawrence Avenues
Chicago, Illinois 60625 Lincoln Square, North Side
4747 N Lincoln
Btwn W Leland & W Lawrence Avenues
Chicago, Illinois 60625
This class isn't on the schedule at the moment, but save it to your Wish List to find out when it comes back!
Chicago's largest recreational cooking school and gourmet retail store, offers demonstration and hands-on cooking classes, as well as wine classes, private cooking parties and corporate team building events. Classes at our two locations cover subjects from cooking basics to intensive Boot Camps as well...
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at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Knife Skills is our most popular class! This hands-on chopping session will have you mincing, slicing, and dicing vegetables and herbs like a pro. Knife care, sharpening and honing, and selection and manufacturing are also covered by our chef.
Knife Skills is our most popular class! This hands-on...
Read moreSaturday Aug 27th, 10am - 12pm Central Time
at A-List Startenders - Portage Park 4401 N Milwaukee, Chicago, Illinois 60630
Introducing our Essential Mixology Course – a class that will teach you a skill-set that can enrich your life! This 3-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...
Introducing our Essential Mixology Course – a class...
Read moreSaturday Jul 23rd, 3pm - 6pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Learn the secrets of successful flavor combinations! Learn to make sense of your sense of taste in this interactive demonstration class that focuses on the dialogue between the chef and student, creating an enriching experience loaded with information. With stronger olfactory awareness, you can become a creative cook inspired by your own palate instead...
Learn the secrets of successful flavor combinations!...
Read moreSunday Jul 24th, 11am - 1pm Central Time
at North American Pizza and Culinary Acad. - Lisle 1970 University Ln, Lisle, Illinois 60532
If you love pasta and amazing fresh Summer produce, this class is for you. We will be teaching you the step by step techniques to making the perfect pasta dough every time. You will let utilize that hand made dough to make a fresh pappardelle and Summer vegetable dish. You will also learn the art of making a laminated pasta dough with fresh herbs...
If you love pasta and amazing fresh Summer produce,...
Read moreWednesday Jul 6th, 1pm - 3pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Do you love the flavor of traditional BBQ, but don’t have all day to tend to the smoker? In this hands-on class, we’ll teach you how to get seriously delicious BBQ flavors by pairing regional sauces with quick cooking grilling techniques. By utilizing charcoal, smoking chips, marinades, spices, and indirect and direct heat, you’ll learn how...
Do you love the flavor of traditional BBQ, but don’t...
Read moreSaturday Jul 9th, 10am - 12:30pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Let the vibrant and bold flavors of Argentina speak for themselves in this hands-on class. This menu just happens to be gluten free! Menu: Hearts of Palm, Grilled Corn and Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Cilantro and Lime Grilled Beef Tenderloins Steaks with Chimichurri Grilled Cumin-Spiced Sweet Potatoes Dulce de Leche Banana Splits ...
Let the vibrant and bold flavors of Argentina speak...
Read moreThursday Aug 18th, 6pm - 8:30pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Join us for our comprehensive all-day, hands-on grilling workshop. Master the ins and outs of grilling with charcoal, gas and wood while learning tips and methods in brining, marinating, slow cooking, smoking, dry and wet rubs. You will leave this class feeling "fired up" for an adventurous grilling season. Jump on board, whether you're a novice or...
Join us for our comprehensive all-day, hands-on grilling...
Read moreSaturday Jul 16th, 10am - 4pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Dust off your grill and learn techniques, tips, tools and tastes that will put you ahead of the BBQ pack. Menu: Grilled Pizza with Asparagus and Goat Cheese Sweet and Spicy Barbecued Chicken Sirloin Sliders with Grilled Onions and Creamy Horseradish Mayonnaise Grilled Corn on the Cob with Lemon-Dill Butter Skills Covered in Class Include: ...
Dust off your grill and learn techniques, tips, tools...
Read moreSunday Jul 17th, 11am - 1:30pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
As if Mexican food isn't already muy caliente, come see what happens when we fire up the grill in this hands-on, outdoor class! This menu just happens to be gluten free. Menu: Smoky Chipotle Guacamole with Grilled Avocados Wood-Fired Flank Steak Fajitas with Charred Peppers and Onions Grilled Corn Salad with Tomato, Lime and Queso Fresco...
As if Mexican food isn't already muy caliente, come...
Read moreFriday Jul 22nd, 6pm - 8:30pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
What's your favorite pasta? After working with our Chefs in this hands-on class, you'll be able make your own fresh pasta dough, creating noodles of all shapes and sizes as well as seasonal sauces suited to each pasta! Menu: Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Tortellini alla Margherita (Fresh Tomatoes, Basil and Mozzarella) Spinach Fettuccine with...
What's your favorite pasta? After working with our...
Read moreSaturday Jul 23rd, 10am - 12:30pm Central Time
at Chicago Botanic Garden - Glencoe 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, Illinois 60022
Water-bath canning is a safe and easy method of home food preservation. In this cooking class, you will learn the process for making and preserving fruit jams and vegetable pickles, including food safety, dos and don’ts, and the basic equipment needed to get started. You will leave with the confidence to begin preserving the harvest at home.
Water-bath canning is a safe and easy method of home...
Read moreSunday Jul 24th, 10am - 12pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Be your own sushi master! With a little practice and our chef’s helpful hints, you will learn how easy it really is to make sushi in your own kitchen in this hands-on class. Menu: Maki Rolls Inside-Out Rolls Spicy Tuna Rolls Salmon and Eel Nigiri Skills covered in class: Preparing and seasoning sushi rice Purchasing and handling sushi-grade...
Be your own sushi master! With a little practice...
Read moreSaturday Jul 9th, 6pm - 8pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Enjoy a romantic evening outdoors and let the starlight guide your hands while preparing a sumptuous feast in this hands-on class. Menu: Flatbread with Pesto, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Mozzarella Prosciutto-Wrapped Scallops with Arugula-Fennel Salad and Balsamic Glaze Grilled Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Herb Butter and Grilled Corn-Green...
Enjoy a romantic evening outdoors and let the starlight...
Read moreThursday Aug 4th, 6pm - 8:30pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Have fun cooking an assortment of authentic, Spanish small plates in this hands-on class. Menu: Salpicon de Mariscos (Grilled Shrimp, Squid and Crab Seafood Salad with Piquillo Peppers) Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms with Crispy Serrano Ham Albondigas (Spanish Meatballs) in Tomato Sauce Roasted Patatas Bravas (Crispy Spiced Potatoes)...
Have fun cooking an assortment of authentic, Spanish...
Read moreFriday Aug 5th, 6pm - 8pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Spend an evening enjoying the weather while grilling up a seasonal feast that's sure to tantalize your tastebuds in this hands-on class. Menu: Grilled Pesto Pizza with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella Grilled Scallops with Sweet Corn-Prosciutto Relish Smoky Pork Tenderloin with Brown Sugar-Dijon Mustard Glaze and Grilled...
Spend an evening enjoying the weather while grilling...
Read moreFriday Aug 5th, 6pm - 8:30pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Don't have the confidence to grill fish? Our Chefs will help you conquer your fears with important techniques and delicious recipes to set you up for a successful grilling season in this hands-on class. Menu: Cedar Planked Salmon with Miso Butter and Grilled Sesame Broccoli Grilled Scallops and Fennel with Roasted Red Peppers,...
Don't have the confidence to grill fish? Our...
Read moreSaturday Aug 6th, 11am - 1:30pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Bring your friends, and prepare a fresh feast featuring the seasonal bounty of summer in this hands-on class! Menu: Sweet Corn Fritters with Dill-Yogurt Sauce Grilled Flank Steak with Bacon-Blue Cheese Butter Panzanella Salad with Tomatoes, Cucumber and Basil Plum-Almond Cake with Vanilla Whipped Cream Skills covered in class: Working...
Bring your friends, and prepare a fresh feast featuring...
Read moreSaturday Aug 6th, 6pm - 8pm Central Time
at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square - Lincoln Square 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, Illinois 60625
Join us for a new and exciting culinary experience designed to jump start your culinary journey. Our experienced chef will teach you the fundamentals of how to confidently make better decisions in the kitchen, cook delicious meals by opening your taste buds, and explore the basic science and techniques all cooks should know. You'll spend time honing...
Join us for a new and exciting culinary experience...
Read moreSunday Aug 14th, 9am - 4:30pm Central Time
at Chicago Botanic Garden - Glencoe 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, Illinois 60022
A refreshing cold soup is the perfect summertime starter. And when the days start to turn chilly, hot soups are the first item back on the menu. In this demonstration cooking class, you will learn how to make two cold soups perfect for warm weather: Gazpacho and Cold Pea Soup with Mint. Then, looking ahead to fall, we will also make a classic French...
A refreshing cold soup is the perfect summertime...
Read moreSunday Aug 28th, 1pm - 3pm Central Time
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