Italian Cooking Classes in Chicago, IL

Mild and milky, smooth and silky: any way you stretch it, I love fresh mozzarella! In this live online crash course I'll teach you how to make it at home, from home! First I'll set you straight on coagulation as I tell you how milk turns from fluid to firm curds.  Then I'll demonstrate how the mozzarella is made. You'll have a chance to roll...

Online Cooking Class: Italian Risotto and Homemade Vegetable Stock Join Chef Chris as he shares his expertise in Italian risotto preparation in this virtual cooking class. You'll use equipment you probably already have in your own kitchen to make two kinds of authentic risotto. He will explain the ease of using a pressure cooker to create mushroom...

Online Cooking Class: Italian Risotto and Homemade Vegetable Stock Join Chef Chris as he shares his expertise in Italian risotto preparation in this virtual cooking class. You'll use equipment you probably already have in your own kitchen to make two kinds of authentic risotto. He will explain the ease of using a pressure cooker to create mushroom...

In quality, quantity and pure enjoyment, Italy is the world’s greatest wine-grower. But until the 1950’s, most Italian wine was sold in bulk, with no reference to grape, region or vintage. How did this nation known for straw-wrapped bottles of plonk transform into America’s favorite import? Join advanced sommelier, Mary Ross, in this virtual...

The Greatest Wines of Italy Italian wine is hot in the USA & is a global powerhouse. Credential seekers can check out our Italian Wine Scholar North & Italian Wine Scholar South programs, but everyone will enjoy Intro to Italian Wines! Piedmont's Barolo & Tuscany's Brunello surely make our list but come find out our other picks. Join us as we explore...

Wine is the inspiration for this three-course Italian meal. In this virtual cooking class, Chef Chris will share tips and techniques on how to incorporate wine into your own cooking routine. You'll begin with toasted crostini topped with olive oil, wine-roasted grapes and herbed ricotta. You'll prepare an entree of tender chicken Marsala made with...

If you've been hoping for a fun opportunity to involve the kids in dinner preparation, Chef Chris has a lesson for you. In this virtual cooking class, you’ll learn to create fresh ravioli while bonding with your children and helping them learn a new skill, too. You can look forward to creating an egg-based pasta dough — no pasta machine necessary...

Well, we can't fly off to Italy these days (or eat at an Italian restaurant, for that matter), but we can bring the warmth and hospitality and rustic simplicity of good Italian trattoria cooking right into our own homes.   We'll cook up: Pan-Roasted Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Creamy Polenta Parmigiano Garlicky Roasted Broccoli Rabe How...

In this interactive online cooking class with Italian-trained Chef Chris, you'll learn how to make ravioli from scratch in the comfort of your own kitchen. Best of all, there is no fancy equipment required — just a bowl, a knife, and a rolling pin.  Chef Chris will begin by teaching you how to make the pasta dough, then you'll concoct two fillings...

Warm crostini? Yes, please! Join us as we create delicious Italian hors d'oeuvres that look as good as they taste. From traditional Bruschetta to classic Cannoli, we know you'll want to recreate these recipes to impress for your next party!  Bring your friends, your favorite wine (or purchase from our bar) and be ready to wind down at our Italian...

Spend an evening enjoying a scrumptious Italian feast based on fresh produce, fresh seasonings, fine meats and seafood in this demonstration class. To make your meal complete, your Chef is happy to recommend an Italian white, red or sparkling wine from The Chopping Block's cellar. That's amore! Generous tasting portions...

Learn the secrets of making authentic Italian Ciabatta in this three part workshop with our Artisan Bread guru, Chef JJ Levenstein.

Gnocchi may pre-date pasta, but these little knuckle-shaped dumplings still receive pride of place in Italian cuisine, from Nona’s table to the finest ristorante. Learn to prepare a variety of gnocchi paired with seasonal accompaniments for a perfect match of flavors. Menu: Potato Gnocchi with Walnut-Pesto Cream Sauce Herbed...

Tonight, join Chef JJ and learn how to create the classic Italian dish: Meatballs and Marinara. This class will be meeting on Zoom. We'll send you an email with the class handout with the recipes, ingredients and equipment, as well as the Zoom meeting link, at least 48 hours ahead of time.  

The genius of rustic Italian cuisine lies within its simplicity of fresh ingredients from a landscape comprised of a patchwork of grapevines, farmhouses and olive groves. Let the fresh ingredients and pure regional flavors transport you; no plane ticket required! On the menu:  Warm Tuscan Mushroom Crostini with Vin Santo Kale and Roasted Butternut...