More Cooking Classes in Chicago, IL

Why is one wine lemony and refreshing, while another is chewy and meaty? Why does one wine  complement shrimp and another a juicy T-bone? These answers lie in four simple variables that determine all wine flavors. Learn these variables to understand how all wine is the same and each wine – sometimes each bottle – unique.  We’ll also...

Let the vibrant and bold flavors of Argentina speak for themselves. This menu just happens to be gluten free! Menu: Hearts of Palm, Grilled Corn and Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Cilantro and Lime Grilled Strip Steaks with Chimichurri Grilled Cumin-Spiced Sweet Potatoes Dulce de Leche Banana Splits Skills covered in class: How...

Have you ever wanted to eat your way around the world? Here's your chance! Get on board and we'll take you for a wild culinary ride. Menu: Tostones (Crispy Fried Plantains) with Mojo Verde (Parsley and Jalapeño) Dipping Sauce Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich) Shrimp and Avocado Tostadas with Sour Cream and Cilantro Spicy Shanghai...

Would you like to learn more about the world of Italian wine? In this guided tasting, our expert beverage manager will explore the popular wines coming from the region of Toscana.Tuscan wines. Everyone is familiar with Chianti, but have you ever experienced wines produced in the Maremma, along the Mediterranean coast, or in the up-and-coming region...

As if Mexican food isn't already muy caliente, come see what happens when we fire up the grill! This menu just happens to be gluten free. Menu: Grilled Margarita Shrimp with Chipotle Guacamole Grilled Flank Steak Fajitas with Peppers, Onions and Smoked Tomatillo Salsa Grilled Corn Salad with Tomato, Lime and Queso Fresco Grilled Pineapple...

Breaking down a chicken and braising the parts saves money and imparts tons of flavor. You will cut up a whole chicken, take home the breasts, use the backbone and wings for stock, and braise the thighs and legs in an assortment of recipes: coq au vin, chicken vesuvio, Chinese red cooked chicken, and chicken chile verde. 

Growing season is winding down. You now have a nice hodgepodge of vegetables and want to put them to good use. What to do? Well make a pickle of course! Crunchy white cauliflower, tangy green tomatoes, peppers, green beans and perhaps a squash – all veggies are welcome to join in the party. Feel free to bring along your own assortment from your...

Italian food just like Mamma used to make. Mangia! Menu: Meatballs with Classic Marinara Homemade Fettuccine with Alfredo Sauce Garlic Bread Tiramisu Skills Covered in Class Include:  Selecting Ground Beef and Pork Preparing Tomato and Cream-Based Sauces Working with Fresh Pasta Dough Making Simple Syrup Whipping Cream Due to the...

Enjoy seasonal flavors as you learn how to cook this delicious menu while discovering fresh new ways to make dinner fun! One glass of wine or one beer per student is included in the price of the class- our wine list will also be available if additional beverages would like to be purchased during class. Menu: Roasted Beet and...

This mini pasta workshop will get you comfortable making your own fresh pasta. We’ll start by making the fresh pasta dough, then while it rests, we’ll make an autumnal wild mushroom filling and herb infused bechamel. We’ll roll, cut and cook the pasta sheets and build the lasagna and bake it off. In addition, we’ll make the perfect accompaniments...

In each two-hour class, up to 20-25 students learn from sausage expert Mike "Woj" Wojcik how to make gourmet, preservative-free sausages.  Guests can expect a lecture on the following topics: Food safety/sanitation/cooking procedures. Sourcing ingredients and equipment.  Basic guidelines to grind, spice, and case sausages. Dos and Dont's,...

This is the nerdiest of all the classes for those who really want to dive into the analytics of professional wine tasting! This class will teach you how to properly taste and analyze wine, but also explore much of the science behind what's happening when you taste wine and why.  There are four steps in the process of analyzing and tasting;...

Learn how to prepare a truly authentic French-Creole feast that's reflective of the melting pot of cultures found in Louisiana. Gather around our table, and learn how to prepare these classic recipes you're sure to recreate in your own kitchen for years to come. Menu: Oysters Rockefeller Crostini Sautéed Snapper with Crawfish Nantua (Classic...

Creating a luxurious breakfast is easy like Sunday morning. Join us for a scrumptious feast including some all-time favorites, and some exciting recipes featuring international flavors. After class today, you're sure to look at breakfast with a new lens. Menu: Buttermilk Biscuits with Sausage Gravy Shakshuka (Eggs Poached in Spiced Tomato-Pepper...

In this new class format, one of our expert beverage managers will guide you in a tasting of one of Eataly's favorite wines. You will learn all about the producer and their story, the winemaking process, the grapes, During class, you will enjoy a glass of the featured wine alongside a bite of antipasti to pair. Plus, you'll take home...