Chicago’s culinary scene sizzles with hands-on cooking classes that transform home cooks into kitchen maestros. From Pilsen to Lincoln Park, local chefs are ready to share their gastronomic wisdom and transform your culinary skills.
Whether you’re a kitchen novice or looking to refine your techniques, Windy City cooking schools offer diverse experiences that blend professional instruction with Chicago’s vibrant food culture and neighborhood charm.
Discover Chicago’s tastiest cooking classes now!
Featured Cooking Classes in Chicago
- Bettie's Chicago
- Cooking Skills and Social (Itasca)
- Eataly Chicago
- Get In The Kitchen
- Japanese American Service Committee
- Naveen's Cuisine
- The Chopping Block
- The Wooden Spoon
- Tutore Italian Cooking School
Chicago Cooking Classes
Bettie's Chicago
What to Expect
1950s-styled retro cooking classroom with interactive baking workshops
Description
Bettie's Chicago offers hands-on baking classes in a 1950s-styled event space, featuring interactive workshops that cover everything from sourdough bread to sweet rolls. Located in River North, the cooking school provides step-by-step instruction in a retro-themed kitchen environment, with demonstrations and participant engagement.
Where: Chicago | More Info: Bettie's Chicago
Cooking Skills and Social (Itasca)
What to Expect
BYOB interactive cooking classes with Iron Chef-style event options
Description
Hands-on BYOB cooking classes in a welcoming Itasca teaching kitchen, offering interactive culinary experiences ranging from themed cooking workshops to private group events. Experienced chefs guide participants through complete menu preparation, emphasizing skill-building and social interaction.
Where: Itasca | More Info: Cooking Skills and Social
Eataly Chicago
What to Expect
Authentic Italian culinary education with professional chef instruction
Description
Eataly Chicago offers immersive Italian cooking classes ranging from hands-on pasta making to comprehensive culinary workshops. Located in the heart of Chicago, these classes explore authentic Italian techniques, regional recipes, and traditional food preparation methods with expert chefs guiding participants through interactive learning experiences.
Where: Chicago | More Info: Eataly Chicago
Get In The Kitchen
What to Expect
Cooking parties with live entertainment and social networking
Description
Get In The Kitchen offers unconventional cooking parties in Chicago that blend culinary instruction with entertainment like karaoke, comedy, drag shows, and dancing. Their wine and social club creates a playful, interactive experience where cooking takes a backseat to socializing and fun.
Where: Chicago | More Info: Get In The Kitchen
Japanese American Service Committee
What to Expect
Traditional Japanese home-style cooking instruction by cultural experts
Description
JASC offers monthly demonstration-style Japanese cooking classes that explore traditional home-style cuisine, providing an intimate cultural learning experience. Located in their new Lincoln Avenue facility, classes feature seasonal dishes prepared by experienced Japanese instructors and include opportunities to taste and enjoy the prepared foods.
Where: Chicago | More Info: Japanese American Service Committee
The Chopping Block
What to Expect
Multi-format cooking instruction with professional chef instructors
Description
Professional cooking school offering hands-on and demonstration-style classes in a dedicated Chicago teaching kitchen. Instructors cover diverse culinary topics from neighborhood cuisine to international recipes, with classes designed for home cooks seeking practical skills and cultural food exploration.
Where: Chicago | More Info: The Chopping Block
The Wooden Spoon
What to Expect
BYOB interactive cooking workshops with comprehensive skill development
Description
Hands-on cooking classes in Chicago's Clark Street kitchen studio, offering diverse workshops from pasta making to garden-inspired menus. Students learn culinary techniques through interactive, chef-led sessions with BYOB options and take-home skills.
Where: Chicago | More Info: The Wooden Spoon
Tutore Italian Cooking School
What to Expect
Sophisticated Italian cuisine instruction with rare regional recipes
Description
Chicago-based Italian cooking school offering hands-on culinary experiences that dive deep into authentic regional techniques. Instructors guide students through sophisticated Italian dishes beyond typical restaurant fare, emphasizing technique and cultural context in an approachable learning environment.
Where: Chicago | More Info: Tutore Italian Cooking School
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