The Chopping Block Lincoln Square
Classes in Chicago
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square is Chicago's premier recreational cooking school and offers a variety of cooking classes, wine classes, and private cooking parties. Located in Lincoln Square, they offer classes on cooking basics, intense boot camps, seasonal classes, date nights, healthy cooking, and classes for kids.
34 classes with availability
Hands-On Knife Skills
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Build kitchen confidence in this popular hands-on workshop on safe, efficient knife work. Practice mincing, slicing, and dicing vegetables and herbs while learning to care for, sharpen, hone, and select the right blade. A professional chef guides each step, helping you elevate your cooking.
Oct 17th
10:30am–12:30pm CT
$95
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Oct 28th
6–8pm CT
$95
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Nov 4th
6–8pm CT
$95
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Sat. Oct 17th, 10:30am–12:30pm CT
(2 hours)
Hands-On Chicago Neighborhoods Tour
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Embark on a culinary adventure through Chicago’s vibrant neighborhoods in this hands-on cooking class. From preparing a Greek Villager’s Salad and pierogi with potatoes and cheese to making beef tostadas and a classic tiramisu, explore the rich flavors of the city’s diverse food culture. Learn essential skills like knife techniques, balancing flavors, and working with fresh ingredients to create a memorable meal.
Oct 17th
6–8:30pm CT
$135
2 Seats Left
Nov 5th
6–8:30pm CT
$135
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Sat. Oct 17th, 6–8:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Hands-On Sushi Workshop
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Unlock the craft of sushi making in our hands-on workshop. From sushi rice to rolling maki and inside-out rolls, you will turn out delicious sushi like a pro. Learn essential skills for handling sushi-grade fish and using traditional Japanese ingredients.
Fri. Oct 23rd, 6–8pm CT
(2 hours)
Hands-On Pasta and Gnocchi Workshop
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Unlock the craft of homemade pasta and gnocchi in this hands-on workshop. You will mix fresh dough, shape delicate gnocchi, and roll out perfect pasta, pairing them with seasonal sauces like sage-brown butter and tomato-vodka. With expert chefs guiding the way, the class gives you the skills to make authentic, flavorful Italian dishes at home.
Sat. Nov 14th, 6–9pm CT
(3 hours)
Culinary Boot Camp 1
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Experience the essence of culinary school with our immersive Culinary Boot Camp. Master fundamental cooking techniques from knife skills to sophisticated fish and meat cookery, and craft exquisite dishes like Grilled Beef Tenderloin and Coq au Vin. By the week's end, you'll confidently create a menu showcasing your refined skills and newfound culinary expertise.
Jan 2nd
9am–5pm CT
Meets 5 Times
$2,530
2 Seats Left
Jan 4th
9am–5pm CT
Meets 5 Times
$2,530
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Jan 18th
9am–5pm CT
Meets 5 Times
$2,530
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Feb 15th
9am–5pm CT
Meets 5 Times
$2,530
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Mar 22nd
9am–5pm CT
Meets 5 Times
$2,530
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Sat. Jan 2nd, 9am–5pm CT
(40 hours over 5 sessions)
Culinary Boot Camp 2
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Take your culinary skills to the next level with hands-on training in our intensive culinary program. Dive deeper into complex subjects like bread, desserts, shellfish, and handmade pasta. This course is designed for passionate graduates ready to become culinary masters.
Oct 26th
9am–5pm CT
Meets 5 Times
$2,530
2 Seats Left
Apr 19th
9am–5pm CT
Meets 5 Times
$2,530
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Mon. Oct 26th, 9am–5pm CT
(40 hours over 5 sessions)
Hands-On Night in Spain
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Embark on a culinary journey to Spain with our immersive class. Discover the vibrant flavors of this Mediterranean cuisine and learn essential cooking skills while preparing a delectable menu featuring arugula salad, sautéed shrimp, strip steaks, and rice pudding. Let your taste buds savor the essence of Spain!
Oct 16th
6–8:30pm CT
$130
2 Seats Left
Nov 6th
6–8:30pm CT
$130
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Fri. Oct 16th, 6–8:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Hands-On Things to Bring: Delicious Side Dishes for Holiday Gatherings
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Elevate your holiday contributions with standout sides and desserts in this hands-on class. Learn to create nut-crusted baked brie, twice-baked sweet potatoes, cranberry-apple relish, chive-studded cheddar biscuits, and pumpkin cheesecake squares with salted caramel. Gain skills in flavor balancing, preparing savory fillings, and crafting crumb crusts to impress at any festive gathering.
Oct 22nd
6–8:30pm CT
$130
2 Seats Left
Nov 7th
11am–1:30pm CT
$130
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Thu. Oct 22nd, 6–8:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Hands On Simmer and Savor: Cozy Soups and Stews
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Discover how to turn everyday ingredients into comforting soups and stews that warm the body and soul. Guided by expert chefs, you’ll practice essential techniques like making roux, caramelizing vegetables, and balancing flavors while preparing dishes such as gumbo, chicken and dumplings, and French onion soup. Gain the skills and inspiration to bring cozy, flavorful meals to your table all season long.
Tue. Oct 13th, 6–8:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Hands-On Gluten-Free Nashville Hot Chicken
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Savor the bold flavors of the South—gluten-free! Master the art of using wheat flour substitutes to create a mouthwatering menu, including Nashville Hot Fried Chicken Sandwiches, Skillet Mac-n-Cheese, and Dark Chocolate-Toffee Brownies. Perfect your skills in breading, frying, roasting, and baking as you craft these delicious dishes in a fun, hands-on setting.
Wed. Oct 14th, 6–8:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Hands-On Detroit-Style Pizza Party
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Enjoy a flavorful evening exploring the secrets behind crispy, caramelized Detroit-style pizza paired with classic favorites. Working alongside others, you'll knead dough, mix sauces, and prepare garlic knots, salad, and rich cupcakes. With expert guidance, you'll practice essential kitchen techniques during a lively, interactive culinary experience start to finish.
Thu. Oct 29th, 6–8:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Hands-On Greek Meze
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Dive into a Mediterranean feast as you craft a variety of flavorful Greek meze, from Lamb Gyros Meatballs to Spanakopita. In this hands-on class, you'll learn essential techniques like working with phyllo dough, making vibrant sauces, and balancing flavors. Join a small group to create shareable, savory dishes perfect for your next gathering.
Fri. Nov 6th, 6–8:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Hands-On Chicken Butchery and Cookery
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Master the art of breaking down a whole chicken and transforming each cut into a flavorful dish. With guidance from professional chefs, you’ll gain essential butchery skills, learn proper cooking techniques, and prepare recipes ranging from aromatic Chicken Tagine to classic Chicken Marsala. Elevate your confidence in the kitchen with tips for balancing flavors, doneness, and pan sauce mastery.
Mon. Nov 9th, 6–9pm CT
(3 hours)
Teen Cooking Class: Hands-On Asian Adventure
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Teens will love this hands-on class where they’ll dive into the world of Asian cuisine. Learn to prepare delicious dishes like vegetable spring rolls, shrimp pot stickers, and orange-sesame chicken, while mastering techniques like working with rice paper, making fillings, and crafting flavorful sauces. This fun, interactive class is perfect for young chefs ready to explore new ingredients and flavors.
Wed. Nov 11th, 10am–12:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Lunch & Learn Demonstration: Black Bean Burgers with Avocado Mayo
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Treat yourself to a fun and informative cooking experience! Enjoy a delicious lunch while learning how to create flavorful black bean-mushroom burgers and a vibrant roasted carrot and fennel salad. This interactive demonstration will cover skills like making legume burgers, sautéing mushrooms, and perfecting flavor balance, all in a relaxed and engaging setting.
Fri. Oct 30th, 12–1pm CT
(1 hour)
Hands-On Date Night: French Bistro
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Experience the flavors of France in this hands-on cooking class at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square. Learn French cooking techniques and create a delicious menu featuring braised chicken, truffle mashed potatoes, roasted garlic green beans, and chocolate mousse. Perfect for a fun and interactive date night!
Oct 24th
6–8:30pm CT
$130
2 Seats Left
Nov 7th
6–8:30pm CT
$130
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Sat. Oct 24th, 6–8:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Hands-On Ramen Workshop
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Discover the craft of making authentic ramen from scratch at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square. Step into your inner chef as you make homemade ramen noodles and build a flavorful miso-soy broth with tender pork, bok choy, and a perfectly cooked egg. Join this hands-on workshop and lift your ramen game to a new level.
Tue. Nov 3rd, 6–8:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Hands-On Fabulous Fall Baking
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Elevate your fall desserts with this hands-on class, where you'll craft seasonal favorites like Maple Pot de Crème, Pumpkin Bread with Orange-Cream Cheese Frosting, and Apple Fritters with Cider Glaze. Learn essential baking techniques such as tempering eggs, whipping cream, and frying batter. Join a small group to master these comforting autumn treats with a creative twist.
Sun. Nov 15th, 10am–1pm CT
(3 hours)
Hands-On Fall Feast on the Patio
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Savor the fall weather on our outdoor patio as you create a delicious feast in this hands-on class. Master grilling techniques with dishes like Kale Salad with Grill-Roasted Beets, Bourbon-Glazed Cedar-Planked Salmon, and Rosemary Hasselback Sweet Potatoes. Top off the meal with Wood-Fired Pumpkin-Cinnamon Bread Pudding while learning essential skills from grilling to making custards. Join us for a memorable culinary experience.
Sat. Oct 24th, 6–8:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Hands-On Sauce Boot Camp
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Discover the techniques behind crafting flavorful, impressive sauces in the thorough, hands-on sauce class at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square. You'll explore time-honored and modern sauce-making approaches that feel approachable and lift your culinary skills. From cheddar béchamel to sauce bordelaise, the course builds your confidence with every sauce you create.
Oct 23rd
10am–3pm CT
$275
2 Seats Left
Dec 13th
10am–3pm CT
$275
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Fri. Oct 23rd, 10am–3pm CT
(5 hours)
Reviews of The Chopping Block Lincoln Square
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Hands-On Fresh Flavors of India
good class, good, teacher/chef. Would like to have discussed more about the different flavors and spices interacting with each other and taste profiles, but a good class overall. -
Hands-On Knife Skills
The class was great! Learned a lot of skills that I’m looking forward to trying at home. -
How to Bake Bread
Excellent space. Great instruction by Chef David and his outstanding assistant Alexi. They were very accommodating and helpful to make sure I was successful due to my hearing issues. Exceeded my expectations. -
Hands-On Knife Skills
I really appreciate the quality and detailed knowledge. Hands-on is always better, and that is what I received. Watching videos online is fine, but it is nothing like an instructor correcting your form and technique in person. If you want to make sure you have your technique done correctly, then I recommend this class. The chefs were very helpful. You can take your chopped veggies home, and they offer student discounts if you want to purchase kitchen items. A bench scraper is a lifesaver while working in your kitchen, too. -
Hands-On Ramen Workshop
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Culinary Boot Camp 1
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Hands-On Vegan Holiday Dinner
Organized extremely well. Good student to chef ratio. Only reason I didn’t give it a 5 is felt rushed to eat what we made. Could use an extra 30 minutes to enjoy it. Thank you. I plan to sign up for more vegan/plant based classes. -
Hands-On Pasta and Gnocchi Workshop
Wow, what an excellent class! Even though pasta making wasn’t my strongest skill set, I still had a blast doing this. One of the assistant instructors could tell that I was struggling a little bit LOL and came to my rescue to help me, so sweet. Because some of the other participants arrived late, the class started later and it seemed like the instructor was rushing the process due to that. And also there was pasta we didn’t finish rolling out, and we were told we would be able to take home the extra dough and we never got that. Those are minor inconveniences & first world concerns but overall, this was a great class and I’d do it again in a heartbeat! -
Hands-On Pasta and Gnocchi Workshop
I went to the pasta-making class at The Chopping Block in Lincoln Square on Tuesday, September 2nd, and it was honestly one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. This class was a birthday gift for me (probably the best gift I’ve ever gotten), and it made for not only a super fun birthday outing but also a great date night with my partner. This was my first cooking class ever, and as someone who already loves cooking at home, I was blown away by how fun and hands-on it was. Chef Alexi was fantastic—she explained everything clearly, from rolling and cutting fettuccine to filling ravioli, and even the details of cooking the pasta just right. She was patient, thorough, and always ready to answer questions. Plus, there were other chefs walking around to offer help whenever anyone needed it, which made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. We cooked a lot of food—and even had enough to take home afterward, which was such a treat. Overall, I couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend my birthday. I left with full hands (and a full stomach), new cooking skills, and some really great memories. If you’re looking for something fun, interactive, and delicious, I can’t recommend The Chopping Block enough. -
Hands-On Fish Butchery and Cookery
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Hands-On Knife Skills
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Hands-On Knife Skills
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Hands-On Knife Skills
Excellent class. Pacing perhaps a bit slow for non-beginners. -
Hands-On Savoring Sicily
We had so much fun and learned a lot! The chefs were so great and we are so excited to try the recipes at home! Thanks a million - we will be back. -
Hands-On Knife Skills
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Hands-On Build a Better Grain Bowl
Staff was warm, informative, and accepting - including those of us with no skills. Food was great. Definitely useful and applicable lessons learned. -
Hands-On Sushi Workshop
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Hands-On Artisanal Breads Boot Camp
The instructors were great and answered EVERY question. Can't wait to take another class! -
Hands-On Seafood on the Grill
This was such a fabulous class! Chef Trevor and Chef David were phenomenal. They provided amazing extra tips throughout the experience. They made the class fun and we were able to learn how to grill fish. Simple recipes, easy techniques, amazing results. I would HIGHLY recommend this class! -
Hands-On French Brasserie
