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Street Food

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

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 Noodles with Pork and Baby Bok Choy Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Cuban, Vietnamese,...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Deep Dish Pizza and Calzones

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

From crust to core, learn the secrets of preparing your favorite pizza specialties.  Menu: Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons Deep Dish Pizza with Sauteed Mushrooms and Italian Sausage Individual calzones with Spinach, Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Skills Covered in Class Include:  Making Vinaigrette Preparing Croutons Balancing flavors Making and Rolling Yeast Dough Preparing Tomato Sauce Selecting and sautéing mushrooms...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Hands-on Cooking: Pasta

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

Master the art of making fresh pasta. You will learn techniques for mixing and rolling pasta dough from scratch to use in chard- and cheese-stuffed ravioli with herb butter sauce and linguine with jumbo cheesy meatballs. Take home a batch of ravioli. Alcohol will be served in this class.

(122) All levels 21 and older
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Virtual Vacation: Trip to the Caribbean

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ *Online Classroom

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make Caribbean food via Zoom. Menu: Jerk Chicken Fried Plantains Caribbean Rice (Arroz con Gandules) Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Caribbean cuisine Selecting chicken Making marinades Balancing flavors Selecting and frying plantains Steaming rice Our virtual...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Demo Cooking: Fresh Pasta Winter Edition

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

Learn the art of making fresh egg pasta from scratch in this hands-on cooking class. Discover the secrets to creating the perfect dough and transforming it into mouthwatering lasagna sheets, linguine, and fettuccine. Elevate your pasta-making skills and impress your friends and family with delicious homemade dishes.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Eve of New Year's Eve Latin Feast

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

Ring in 2018 with a luxurious, multicourse meal complete with cooking demonstration. A glass of bubbly will be included in the price of the class. Additional adult beverages will be available for purchase. Menu: Pumpkin Fennel Soup with Avocado Cream and Candied Pepitas Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Watercress, Walnuts and Pomegranate Seeds Seared Scallops with Brussels Sprouts, Chorizo and Chipotle Aioli Whole Roasted Beef Tenderloin with...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$125
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Hands-On Culinary Adventure: A Trip to Mexico

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

Join us as we travel south-of-the-border to create a feast that's bold, vibrant, and full of rich and complex flavor combinations in this hands-on class. Menu:  Chorizo Queso Fundido with Tortilla Chips Achiote-Rubbed Snapper in Banana Leaves with Pineapple Salsa  Borracho Beans with Queso Fresco Bread Pudding with Bananas, Chocolate and Kahlua  Skills covered in class:  Getting familiar with Mexican ingredients ...

(260) Beginner 18 and older
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$149.50
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Hands-on Know Your Gnocchi: Spring Menu

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

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 in this hands-on class. Vegetarian-friendly menu! Menu:  Sweet Pea-Potato Gnocchi with Herb Cream Sauce Spinach-Ricotta Gnocchi with Roasted Red Peppers, Arugula and...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$143.75
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Hands-On Parisian Grilling on the Patio

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ *Online Classroom

Learn how to prepare your favorite French foods on the grill this summer! With direct and indirect cooking techniques, tips on brining, and how to use seasonal produce and herbs, we’ll teach you how to get that Ooh La La factor in this hands-on class. Grilling classes take place outdoors on our patio. In case of inclement weather, class will be moved indoors and taught as a hands-on cooking class with an emphasis on using indoor grill pans. Menu...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Hands-On Taste of the Mediterranean: Gluten-Free

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

Hands-On Taste of the Mediterranean: Seasonal Gluten-Free Cooking Join us for a fun and seasonal hands-on cooking class as we dive into the vibrant world of Mediterranean cuisine while catering to individuals with gluten intolerances. Our sponsor Trust20 and co-host, Maggie Michalczyk, RDN, are committed to not only providing delicious gluten-free recipes but also prioritizing food safety. During the class, you will learn how to harness...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Hands-On Fireside Feast

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

Indulge in a soul-satisfying and cozy dinner as you learn the secrets to preparing a delicious kale and shaved brussels sprouts salad, smothered bone-in pork chops, scalloped potatoes, and gingerbread-pear upside-down cake at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square. Master the art of caramelizing vegetables, making pan sauce, and determining cake doneness in this hands-on culinary experience.

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$149.50
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Hands-On Winter Citrus: Tangy and Tempting

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

Embrace the vibrant flavors of winter citrus in this hands-on class. Learn how to work with different varieties of citrus in new and creative ways that showcase their versatility to bring fresh and bright flavors to your sweet and savory recipes. Menu: Roasted Kumquat and Grapefruit Salad with Kale, Fennel and Toasted Almonds  Duck a l'Orange (Sautéed Duck Breasts with Blood Orange Gastrique) Roasted Potatoes with Preserved Lemons and...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Hands-On Family Night: Trip to Mexico

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

Embark on a culinary journey to Mexico with your loved ones at this interactive and engaging family event. Create lasting memories as you bond with your family over delicious dishes inspired by the rich culinary heritage of Mexico.

(260) All levels 6 and older
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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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Umami in Winter Vegetables

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

Umami has been described as the “fifth taste.” Learn new techniques including specialized knife cuts and how to work with sushi rice, and apply these to recipes that bring out the umami in winter vegetables.  Assist in cutting vegetables to use in the featured recipes that highlight this savory taste sensation, such as Mushroom Stroganoff over Cabbage “Noodles” and a California Roll Salad. Students will sample the dishes made in this...

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Culinary Adventure: A Trip to Jerusalem

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

There's no doubt about it.. these flavor combinations will take you straight to the Promised Land. This menu is inspired by "Jerusalem: A Cookbook" by Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi.  Menu: Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Toasted Hazelnuts and Pomegranate Seeds Braised Lamb with Apricots and Currants Saffron Rice with Pistachios and Herbs Clementine and Almond Cake Skills Covered in Class Include:  Getting Familiar with the Flavors...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Street Food: Summer Fest Edition

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Our sweet home Chicago is bursting with tempting street food all summer long. It will be a carnival in our kitchen as we cook up these iconic street fest classics. Menu: Horchata Beer Brats with Beer-Braised Grilled Onions Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce Elotes (Grilled Corn with Jalapeño-Lime Butter and Cotija Cheese) Funnel Cakes Skills Covered in Class Include: Using Rice to Make Beverages Grilling Sausages Selecting Ground Meat Working...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Seafood 101: Summer Edition

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

What's your fear of fish? Can't find affordable options? Don't have confidence to cook seafood dishes? Hate that "fishy" smell?  Our Chefs will help you conquer your fears with professional techniques and recipes that reap the health benefits and international flavors of seafood, flown fresh daily to Chicago from the oceans and seas of the world. Menu: Sautéed Crispy Soft Shell Crab Sandwiches with Fennel Slaw, Avocado and Tarragon Aioli...

(260) Beginner 18 and older
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Meat 101: New Spring Menu

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

Fear not - you can master cooking meat to perfection. We'll teach you how to select meat and handle it properly for delicious results. Menu: Sautéed Strip Steak with Miso Butter and Roasted Broccolini Grilled Pork Tenderloin Kebabs with Romesco Sauce and Grilled Scallions Braised Lamb and Spring Vegetable Tagine with Steamed Couscous Skills Covered in Class Include: Selecting Beef, Pork and Lamb Searing, Grilling and Braising Meat Determining...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Crawfish Boil

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Part Class, Part Party! If you couldn't make it down to Mardi Gras or Jazz Fest this year, come to our very own bayou bash! Gluten-free Menu: Fried Oysters with Remoulade Crawfish Boil with Corn, Andouille Sausage and Potatoes Bananas Foster Skills Covered in Class Include: Getting Familiar with Cajun and Creole Ingredients Working with Oysters Deep-Frying Selecting and Steaming Crawfish Flambéing Due to the layout of our kitchens...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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