Baking Classes in Chicago, IL

Learn the basics of working with yeast dough and the art of properly shaping and baking them to perfection! Menu: Carrot-Rosemary Braided Whole Wheat Loaf Pecan Sticky Buns Spinach, Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Calzones Skills Covered in Class Include: Mixing Yeast Dough Understanding Ingredient Functions Using Different Flours ...

Learn the basics of working with yeast doughs and the art of properly shaping and baking them to perfection! Menu: Carrot-Rosemary Braided Whole Wheat Loaf Pecan Sticky Buns Spinach, Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Calzones Skills Covered in Class Include: Mixing Yeast Dough Understanding Ingredient Functions Using Different  Kneading...

French macarons take a bit of finesse to get that...je ne sais quoi. Our expert pastry chef will guide you through every step of the technique as you learn and practice how to make three different, delicious varieties. You will go home with a box of your beautiful masterpieces! Menu: Chocolate Macarons with Raspberry Jam and Coffee Buttercream ...

Homemade bagels, cream cheese and smoked salmon? We can't think of a better way to start the day! Learn, hands-on, how to make these crowd-pleasers, and enjoy a fun and delicious brunch.  Menu: Homemade Bagels with Hot-Smoked Salmon and Herb Cream Cheese Cucumber-Dill Salad Cheese Blintzes with Blueberry Sauce Skills Covered in Class Include: ...

Join us for a pastry class taught by Eataly Chicago's Scuola Chef focused on how to create an apple crostata from scratch. Guests will be led through a hands-on portion of how to make the crostata dough and how to arrange their very own apple filing in a beautiful way. During the demonstration guests will enjoy a tasting of a finished crostata paired...

This is the night you have been waiting for… join us in celebration of our new house prosecco, Col Vetoraz Prosecco Valdobbiadene Superiore, DOCG and watch a Master at work! Master Istruttore Leo Spizzirri and our pizzaioli will be stretching dough and firing pizzas all evening in our oven room, for this special pizza party dinner. Bring all of...

From crust to core, learn the secrets of preparing your favorite pizza specialties.  Menu: Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons Mushroom and Sausage Deep Dish Pizza Individual Spinach, Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Calzones Skills Covered in Class Include:  Making Vinaigrette Preparing Croutons Making and Rolling Yeast Dough ...

Who doesn't love fried dough? We'll make both cake-style and raised-style doughs, and show you how to fry, glaze, dip and fill them to perfection. You'll go home with a boxful of your very own fresh creations! Lunch will be served, and fresh coffee will be flowing.  Menu: Mini Pumpkin Donut Holes with Cinnamon Sugar Maple and Bacon-Glazed...

From crust to core, learn the secrets of preparing your favorite pizza specialties.  Menu: Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons Mushroom and Sausage Deep Dish Pizza Individual Spinach, Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Calzones.   Skills Covered in Class Include: Making Vinaigrette Preparing Croutons Making and Rolling Yeast...

Are you looking for something a little different to do on Valentine’s Day? Do you love pizza? Great, so do we! Come in with your favorite pizza pal for pairings of our favorite wines and craft beers. Our Master Instructor Leo (who is one of 2 Master Instructor’s in the USA) will walk you through the entire process of making pizza like a pro and...

Whether you have no experience, have taken a bartending course, or are experienced in bartending, this class is for you.  Take part in our highly interactive course where you will build and enjoy your very own creations. This 4 Hour crash course in mixology will have you entertaining your guests/ clients in no time. We will take you on a mind...

Making pies isn't as hard as you might think! Get tips from a pro on how to make tender, flaky crusts, wrap them around sweet and savory fillings, and bake them to golden perfection. Menu: Perfect Pie Dough;  Cranberry Curd Tart with Whipped Cream and Candied Orange Zest;  Individual Dutch Apple Pies;  Sweet Potato Hand Pies with...

Chef Paul Lindemuth presents Chile and Chocolate: A Love Story (Hands On) This Valentine’s Day, Chef Paul is spicing up the kitchen in a sweet kind of way. Like a long-lasting couple, chile and chocolate have contrasting and common flavors that come together in perfect harmony. This delicious duo features one that is rich, decadent and crave worthy,...

Roll up your sleeves and immerse yourself in the art of making extraordinary pastries. Using classic, French techniques we'll teach you the art and science behind creating these elegant sweet treats making them approachable for any home cook. Don't leave these desserts to professional pastry chefs; with a pro working by your side, you'll learn how...

Artisan pizza fresh from the oven? Yes, please! Join us as we learn the secret tricks behind working with yeast and preparing dough from scratch, shaping dough and creating a variety of thin-crust pizzas from the classic Margherita, to unique flavor combinations including Pizza alla Bismark and Mushroom Lovers. Pick up a few bonus skills as we create...