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Discover the secrets of French cuisine, perfect your knife skills, and master the art of making homemade pasta in Cooking Techniques classes in Chicago.

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Pickling 101

Peterson Garden Project

Whether you’re a novice canner or a seasoned pickler in need of a refresher, join Master Canner Liat Shanan for this hands-on class. We will go over the basics of pickling science and boiling-water-bath canning, including information on food safety, and recommendations on how to store your newly canned goods. At the end of class, everyone get to take home a jar of pickled asparagus that they’ve made

(10) All levels 18 and older
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Homemade Fruit Preserves

Peterson Garden Project

What better way to preserve summer fruits than by making jam? This hands-on class is designed for the novice canner as well as the seasoned one in need of a refresher. We will discuss the difference between jams, jellies, chutneys and marmalade and cover the basics of boiling-water-bath canning, including information on food safety and recommendations on how to store your newly canned goods. We’ll have materials available and will show you beautiful...

(10) All levels 18 and older
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Canning 101: Tomatoes

Peterson Garden Project

In this hands-on class, expert canner Liat Shanan will cover the basics of boiling-water-bath canning, including information on food safety and recommendations on how to store your newly canned goods. You’ll get a chance to make and can your own jar of tomato sauce during class, and leave with the confidence you need to do it with success at home! We’ll have some tasty samples of tomato sauce, and you’re welcome to BYOB to enjoy during class...

(10) Beginner 18 and older
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Fermenting Pickles

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Learn the lost skills that have kept humans healthy for thousands of years. We will guide you step-by-step to create fermented pickles. Gain valuable tips that can help the new fermenter avoid common pitfalls. Create a jar of your own pickles to take home. A supply list will be sent.

(126) All levels 18 and older
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Chicken Soup Around the World

Chicago Botanic Garden

Chicken soup is a favorite dish around the world. Nearly every culture boasts a unique variety. Learn to make two tasty chicken soups: avgolemono soup from Greece and chicken tortilla soup from Mexico. You will also discover the secrets to making rich, golden homemade chicken stock for use in soups and other recipes.  A full ingredient list, preparation instructions, and recipes will be sent in advance of the class. All registrations must...

(126) All levels 18 and older
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Native American Energy Bars

The Resiliency Institute

Native Americans created the original high-energy bars, pemmican, thousands of years ago. Today hikers and climbers eat modern versions of ancient pemmican called granola bars and gorp. Late summer and early fall are the times to collect and dry fruits and berries to mix with chopped nuts to form the base of this prehistoric travel food. Learn which plants you can grow for the best wild fruits and berries and how to create your own pemmican. Pat...

(2) All levels 16 and older
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Simple Supper of Soup, Salad and Bread

Mary's Wholesome Living @ 2764 Aurora Ave, Illinois City, IL

Cool weather has arrived, the kids are back in school, but life is still hectic. Many nights we look for something simple, nourishing and easy to prepare for our family suppers. Sun-ripened tomatoes, slowly oven roasted, blended with lovely leeks – this is the base for our Roasted Tomato Soup. Crunchy on the outside, moist on the inside – English muffin bread – good toasted and spread with butter – a great dipper too for the soup. Fresh,...

(3) All levels 16 and older
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Fermentation 101

Peterson Garden Project @ 5917 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL

Each class in the Fermentation Course will feature a popular fermented food that is easy to make at home. We'll cover the basic science behind fermentation, important techniques and necessary tools for success, and demonstrate exactly how to make it, with tasty samples provided.  This course is the perfect introduction for those looking to delve into the wonderful world of fermented foods.

(10) All levels 18 and older
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Strawberry Preserves & Strawberry Rhubarb Preserves

Mary's Wholesome Living

Enjoy the taste of fresh juicy strawberries, savoring only the fruit without all the sugar and additives. We will teach you to make your own strawberry preserves in a more natural way. We use a vegetarian alternative that does not require large amounts of sugar to gel. And for those who love rhubarb, we will make a batch of strawberry rhubarb too. A great way to capture fruit at its peak flavor and savor all year long. Good on...

(3) Beginner 16 and older
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Fermentation 101: Pickles & Sauerkraut

Peterson Garden Project @ 5917 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL

Learn to make your own fermented vegetables. In this demo class, you’ll learn the basics of why we ferment food, and the health benefits and detoxifying properties associated with fermentation. We will discuss popular pairings for fermented vegetables while you enjoy a tasting of kitcherie, a staple comfort food from India made from lentils, rice, and spices. You’ll learn how to make homemade sauerkraut and pickles, and leave with the confidence...

(10) All levels 18 and older
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Learn to Can Tomatoes

Mary's Wholesome Living @ 2N308 Brundige Rd, Elburn, IL

Learn to Can Tomatoes, using the hot water bath method Your tomatoes are coming in now or you have been eyeing those red globes at the local farmers market. Either way you have way too many to eat fresh and would like to keep some of the summer’s bounty to savor this winter. Tomatoes are one of the easiest vegetable (really a fruit) to use while learning to can. We will show you how to preserve your tomatoes for use in homemade sauces all year...

(3) All levels 16 and older
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Pasta 201

Tutore @ 2755 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL

Elevate your pasta expertise in this class, where you'll delve deeper into pasta making, exploring diverse shapes, fillings, and sauces. From crafting agnolotti with black truffle fonduta to mastering whole wheat pasta, expand your culinary repertoire and impress with dishes like Cappalletti en Brodo and Stracchi with Ragu di Mare. Join us to refine your skills and create unforgettable Italian meals.

All levels 18 and older
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Pasta and Mushrooms

Tutore @ 2755 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL

Learn the art of crafting fresh pasta alongside mastering the flavors of locally sourced mushrooms. From shaping ravioli to cooking Lions Mane and Oyster mushrooms, discover the secrets of creating tantalizing dishes. Join us to elevate your cooking skills and delight in a gourmet dining experience.

All levels 18 and older
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Preserving the Harvest

Edible Alchemy Foods

An intro class for anyone wanting to learn skills to preserve seasonal food for the winter, use more of that garden grown produce, make food with ingredients you know & trust, and for that zombie apocalypse coming up later this year. If you’ve ever been interested in learning the basics of home food preservation, this is your chance!  Come sample your way through this hands on demo of canning, dehydrating, fermenting, freezing, and pickling. ...

Beginner 18 and older
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Pickled Carrot Party : BYOB

Edible Alchemy Foods @ 2042 W 21st St, Chicago, IL

Learn pickling's history, then split into small groups to make brine and wash 2 pounds of carrots sourced from the midwest. "Why do you love pickled food?" This fitting question often serves as the icebreaker for Andrea Mattson's pickling parties. After the introduction, the herbal alchemist goes over a brief history pickling and canning, covering methods, equipment, and the science behind preservation. Everyone then breaks into small groups to...

All levels 18 and older
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Mini Pies: Online Cook Along

Chicago Botanic Garden

This class will be taught online via Zoom. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. In this baking class, master the techniques for flaky pie crust that can be customized into different shapes and sizes. You will prepare two different small pies—a sweet pie and a savory pie—as you cook along and interact with the instructor. You will need a rolling pin, a standard muffin tin, 4-inch round cutter or glass, parchment...

(126) All levels 18 and older
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Pasta Making

The Resiliency Institute

Learn how to make pasta from scratch, whether by hand or with kitchen gadgets that speed up the process. We’ll discuss the ingredients needed, the equipment you might want to invest in, and share some troubleshooting tips for how to handle finicky dough. Make 2-3 pastas in class, then enjoy eating them with the class for lunch. Take recipes home.

(2) All levels 16 and older
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Hog Butchering

Butcher & the Burger @ 1021 W Armitage, Chicago, IL

Join Chef Al for an evening of fun and food. Observe how to handle and butcher meats and fish in our public butchering classes. All classes are held at the restaurant in our downstairs kitchen. The demonstration style classes begin at 6:00 pm last approximately 3 hours. Each fee includes a meal, BYOB is allowed, so be prepared to have a great time! Special Notes:  Please wear non-slip shoes and very casual clothes The butchered meat...

(3) All levels 21 and older
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Macarons: Online Cook Along

Chicago Botanic Garden

Light and airy, French macarons are a delicate, fancy dessert to share with family and friends. Bonus—they are gluten-free!  The basic almond meringue cookies, when sandwiched together with a variety of fillings, allow you to adapt this sweet treat to your tastes. During class, you will prepare a classic macaron cookie recipe and chocolate ganache filling, and watch a demonstration of making European-style buttercream for an alternative...

(126) Advanced 18 and older
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Vegetarian Soups: Online Cook Along

Chicago Botanic Garden

Many of us are trying to eat a more plant-based diet and vegetarian soups are a great way to achieve this goal. Learn to make two satisfying vegetarian soups that constitute hearty, one-pot meals. You’ll prepare France’s soupe au pistou, a classic Mediterranean vegetable soup that uses seasonal produce any time of year as well as a Moroccan-inspired chickpea and vegetable tagine with plenty of plant-based protein. Recipes can easily adapt to...

(126) All levels 18 and older
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