Culinary (Meals) Classes in Chicago, IL

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. ...

Risotto is one of our favorite comfort foods, but surprisingly few people make it home. Let’s change that! We’ll talk about stock, what rice to buy, and we’ll play around with traditional and modern cooking methods. Change your Wednesday night plans! Menu: Seared scallop risotto with arugula Classic risotto Milanese with saffron Baked risotto...

Learn how to prepare a mouth-watering, Italian seasonal feast paired with regional wines. You will receive a generous tasting pour of each wine pairing while enjoying the meal prepared by the chef. Menu: Arugula Salad with Artichokes, Fennel and Crispy Prosciutto ​Orecchiette with Asparagus, Spring Onions, Mushrooms and Parmesan Cream Sautéed...

Sizzling, thick and juicy, Chicago steak is famed the world over. But who needs the crowds of dining out when you can prepare an iconic steakhouse dinner at home? Learn how to prepare these steakhouse classics at home! Menu: Wedge Salad with Bacon and Blue Cheese Dressing  Sautéed Strip Steaks with Herb Compound Butter Roasted Asparagus...

Have you ever wanted to eat your way around the world like Anthony Bourdain? Here's your chance! Get on board and we'll take you for a wild culinary ride.  Menu: Cuban Sandwiches Lumpia (Crispy Pork-Filled Egg Rolls) Beer-Battered Fish Tacos with Chipotle Mayonnaise Beef Kofta Kababs (Grilled Ground Beef Skewers) with Dill Yogurt Sauce. ...

Ease into the weekend, Big-Easy style. One French 75 per person is included in the price of the class. Menu: French 75 (Gin and Prosecco Cocktail) Cajun Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Remoulade Grilled Andouille and Scrambled Egg Po' Boys Spinach and Grapefruit Salad with Honey-Mint Dressing and Toasted Pecans Grilled Seasonal Fruit...

Start the weekend off right with a sumptuous and seasonal brunch. One Bellini per person is included in the price of the class. Menu: Bellini (Peach and Prosecco Cocktail) Arugula, Avocado and Strawberry Salad with Toasted Almonds Crab and Celery Deviled Eggs Brioche French Toast Casserole with Blueberries Maple-Glazed Bacon Lemon Tartlets...

Learn the basics of Indian spices.  Carefully balanced and adapted to today's kitchen, these meals are simple, balanced, authentic and flavorful. Roll your rotis (traditional flatbread). Stuff your own samosas (spicy stuffed potato pastry). Spice your own Masala Chai.  Note:  All classes include instruction of nine dishes, followed...

Nothing says summer like good, old fashioned New England seafood. This classic New England fare is making its way to Chicago, so don your preppy best and join us for some chowdah! Menu: New England Clam Chowder Citrus Herb Crusted Sea Scallops Classic Lobster Rolls with Lemon-Tarragon Butter Cabbage and Fennel Slaw Skills Covered in Class Include:...

Why does the world love Paris? For the fashion? Mais oui. For the romance? Bien sur. And at The Chopping Block, we love Paris for the food! With our Chefs as your guide, you'll practice classic cooking techniques to create your own elegant French meal. Menu: Frisée, Hazelnut and Goat Cheese Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette; Trout Almondine (Sautéed...

Join the Monday movement! The goal of this chef-driven campaign is to reduce meat consumption in order to improve personal health and the health of our planet. Enjoy this zesty and meat-free south-of-the-border menu. Menu: Hearts of Palm and Avocado Salad with Cumin-Lime Vinaigrette Roasted Mushroom and Sweet Potato Enchiladas Refried Beans Quinoa...

Chinese Takeout? Yes, please! Leave the take-out menu at home and join us for Chinese favorites with a TBK twist! We’ll master delicious General Tso’s Chicken and learn to make scrumptious Chicken Scallion Dumplings with a dipping sauce that is so amazingly good, it’ll leave you wanting more.  No takeout meal is complete without a custom...

Often there isn't time to make a full meal after an exhausting day. Build your own foundation of spices and techniques. Learn healthy, quick and wholesome recipes for everyday living. Menu includes: Aloo Puri (fried whole wheat flatbread with tandoori potatoes) Pav Bhaji (spiced mixed vegetables on a open flame) Raita (spiced yogurt with cucumbers)....

Have fun preparing and enjoying some traditional dim sum favorites. Menu: Shrimp Toast with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce Chicken Bao (Chicken-Filled Buns) Vegetable Pot Stickers with Soy Dipping Sauce Chinese Meatballs with Fermented Black Bean Sauce Skills covered in class include:  Shrimp Fillings Preparing Yeast Dough Steaming Deep-Frying...

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....