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Learn how to prepare delicious and nutritious meals in healthy cooking classes in Chicago, where you can master plant-based recipes, gluten-free cooking, and more.

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Hands-On Cooking for Life: Eating to Nourish Your Body and Mind

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Discover the art of creating delicious and nutritious meals that fuel both your body and mind with nourishing dishes that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$149.50
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Teens Cooking Class: Hands-On Pasta and Gnocchi

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Craft delicious dishes and impress your friends and family with your newfound expertise in fresh and authentic Italian cuisine.

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$143.75
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Hands-On Gluten-Free Baking and Pastry

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Discover the art of gluten-free baking and pastry with a hands-on class that will teach you to create delectable treats using wheat substitutes and expert techniques. From sweet potato pecan pie muffins to flaky buttermilk biscuits, elevate your gluten-free baking skills with a range of delicious recipes.

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$149.50
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Fall Vegetable Harvest

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Learn how to make delicious vegetarian fare while cooking seasonally with the ingredients of autumn. Menu: Celery Root and Apple Bisque with Thyme Croutons Caramelized Butternut Squash Kale and Gruyere Cheese Bread Pudding Moroccan-Spiced Brussels Sprout and Lentil Salad with Yogurt and Cilantro Dressing. Skills Covered in Class Include:  Working with Root Vegetables Squash and Dark Leafy Greens Balancing Flavors Baking Custard ...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Vegetarian Thanksgiving

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

These vegetarian delights will be the star of the show at your Thanksgiving.  Menu: Roasted Beet and Butternut Squash Salad with Pistachios and Blood Oranges Caramelized Onion and Fennel Crostata Cremini Mushroom and Barley Risotto Green Bean Gratin Cranberry-Walnut Cake with Whipped Cream Skills Covered in Class Include:  Selecting Beets, Squash and Fennel Roasting, Blanching and Sautéing Vegetables Making Vinaigrette Balancing...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Winter Veggies 101

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Join us to create a menu that's full of fresh ideas for seasonal veggies. Vegetarian-friendly menu! Menu: Grilled Cauliflower Salad with Watercress, Walnuts and Pomegranate Seeds Winter Vegetable Cobbler with Homemade Biscuits Roasted Acorn Squash Stuffed with Cranberry, Quinoa and Wild Rice Pilaf Skills Covered in Class Include:  Selecting Winter Produce Preparing Vinaigrette Balancing Flavors Roasting and Grilling Vegetables...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Fresh Start

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

The new season brings opportunities for a better you, and to embrace the chance to reinvent how you cook. Learn how to make easy-to-execute, healthy entrees that you can feel good about eating.  Menu: Miso-Ginger Poached Halibut with Leeks, Spinach and Soba Noodles Minestrone with Farro, Chickpeas and Kale Grilled Chicken Kebabs with Carrot Slaw and Mint Yogurt Sauce Skills Covered in Class Include:  Selecting and Poaching Fish...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Vegetarian Thai

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Hold the fish sauce, please. By the way, these dishes are vegan, too! Menu: Mango and Cucumber Spring Rolls with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce Tom Kha Gai (Mushroom and Coconut Milk Soup) Vegetarian Pad Thai Sweet Potato and Eggplant Yellow Coconut Curry with Steamed Jasmine Rice Skills Covered in Class Include: Getting Familiar with Thai Ingredients Balancing Sweet, Sour, Salty and Sweet Working with Rice Paper Wrappers Selecting Mangoes...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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¡Viva la Vegetarians

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

No chicharones here! Enjoy this zesty and meat-free south-of-the-border menu.  Hearts of Palm and Avocado Salad with Cumin-Lime Vinaigrette;  Roasted Mushroom and Sweet Potato Enchiladas;  Refried Beans;  Quinoa and Black Bean-Stuffed Poblano Peppers with Ancho-Spiced Tomato Sauce.  Skills Covered in Class Include:  Getting Familiar with Mexican Ingredients and Techniques;  Making Vinaigrette;  Balancing...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Vegan Gourmet: The Art of Raw Food

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Join us for this special class featuring our very own Chopping Block chef, Maria Clementi, as she shows you the art of preparing delicious and seasonal raw and vegan food. Menu:  Tomato and Watermelon Gazpacho with Spicy Lime Almonds;  Green Mango and Thai Basil Salad with Red Chili and Star Anise;  Collard Crunch Wraps with Walnuts and Avocados;  Zucchini and Green Zebra Tomato Lasagna with Cashew Herb Ricotta Skills Covered...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Gluten-Free Gourmet

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Bring the fun back into your food with these gluten-free goodies.  Menu: Herbed Flatbread with Roasted Vegetables and Goat Cheese; Fried Chicken with Corn and Fennel Slaw; Dark Chocolate Toffee Brownies.  Skills Covered in Class Include: Working with Grain and Nut Flours; Preparing Gluten-Free Dough, Batter and Breading; Deep-Frying; Determining Meat Doneness.  Due to the layout of our kitchens and in consideration of...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Vegan Voyage: Bayou Blast

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Laissez les bon temps rouler! (Let the good times roll!) We'll show you how easy it is to recreate the big bold flavors of New Orleans cuisine without the andouille and crawfish!  Menu: Hurricane "Oyster" Mushroom Po' Boys with Roasted Garlic Remoulade Seitan and Red Bean Gumbo with Steamed Rice Beignets with Chocolate-Bourbon Sauce One hurricane per person is included in the price of the class.  Skills Covered in Class Include:...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Gluten-Free Brunch

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Learn how to make an outstanding brunch full of tips and tricks that will satisfy everyone! With a little know how, and an arsenal of gluten-free substitutes, you can indulge in an easy, yet decadent gluten-free brunch. Menu: Caprese Scones with Basil, Mozzarella, Sun-Dried Tomatoes Eggs Florentine on Buckwheat Blinis Grilled Frisée Salad with Bacon-Shallot Dressing Lemon Panna Cotta with Seasonal Berries Skills covered in class: Getting familiar...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$93.50
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Clean in '15: Charged-Up Carbs

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Carbs have gotten a bad rap in the last decade, and the bad news isn't entirely incorrect. Simple and processed sugars contribute to cravings, blood sugar spikes and drops, fatigue, obesity and a host of chronic illnesses. However, carbohydrates are essential to our surviving and thriving, and as part of a clean eating diet, they keep us energized and full.  In this class, Health and Wellness Chef Alia Dalal will explain the benefits of whole...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Clean in '15: Plant-Powered Protein

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Health and Wellness Chef Alia Dalal kicks off the clean eating series with a class dedicated to picking and preparing quality plant-based protein sources. While animal proteins are certainly not off limits in a clean eating diet, incorporating plant proteins into your diet as well allows you to simultaneously consume a variety of vitamins, minerals and fiber, while minimizing exposure to antibiotics, hormones, heavy metals and other toxins. ...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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One Dish Wonders: Lightened Up

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Comfort food without all of the calories! You'll enjoy these healthier versions of your favorites without sacrificing flavor.  Menu: Butternut Squash and Kale Risotto Salmon Pot Pie with Leeks and Fennel Cassoulet (White Bean, Turkey Sausage and Chicken Stew) Skills Covered in Class Include:  Working with Winter Squash and Dark Leafy Greens Using Arborio Rice Selecting and Roasting Salmon Determining Seafood Doneness Making...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Healthy at the Holidays

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Treat your family this holiday season with dishes that are both delicious and good for them. Using abundant fall produce like squash, kale and cranberries as inspiration, Health-supportive Chef Alia Dalal will showcase a holiday spread full of flavorful healthy dishes, ranging from a crunchy kale salad that stands up to hearty fall flavors to a knockout plant-based entree.  Whether you are scrambling to come up with a dish that will satisfy...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Clean Eating: Plant-Powered Protein

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

Health and Wellness Chef Alia Dalal kicks off her clean-eating class series with a class dedicated to picking and preparing quality plant-based protein sources.  While animal proteins are certainly not off-limits in a clean-eating diet, incorporating plant proteins into your diet, as well, allows you to simultaneously consume a variety of vitamins, minerals and fiber, while minimizing exposure to antibiotics, hormones, heavy metals and other...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Clean Eating: Very Vegetable

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

In this brand new clean eating class, Health and Wellness Chef Alia Dalal will show how delicious and easy it is to eat more vegetables! These everyday recipes demonstrate how to eat 2 servings of vegetables at each meal and how to turn kale into a crunchy, craveable snack.  Plus you'll see real life magic when Chef Alia transforms an eggplant into a creamy "cheesy" sauce for mac and cheese!  Learn about different families of vegetables...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Global Healing Kitchens: Japan

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL

In the global healing kitchens series, wellness chef Alia Dalal explores authentic, home cuisine from cultures with strong food-as-medicine traditions. In this class, we'll explore the plant-centered cuisine of Japan and the Japanese island Okinawa, known for having the world's longest life and health expectancies.  Stepping aside from restaurant traditions like sushi and ramen, this class will focus on home-style food and ingredients like...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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