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Discover the art of gourmet cuisine in the heart of Chicago with hands-on culinary classes ranging from baking and pastry to international cuisines, taught by expert chefs.

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Vegan Cooking for your Vitamin Boost

Arya Bhavan @ 2508 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL

Are you a raw and vegan food newbie who wants to learn how to cook healthy? Are you looking to expand your gluten-free menu? Are you a long-time raw and vegan foodie in search for new recipes to try? Do you want to learn the secret benefits of Ayurvedic Indian spices and how to use them to make your meals healthier and tastier? Our gluten-free and vegan cooking classes can teach you all that. Menu: Green Mung Bean Soup (GF): packed with...

(10) All levels 18 and older
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High Tea & Snacks

Ranjana's Indian Cooking Classes @ 6730 S Euclid Ave, Illinois City, IL

Enjoy a hands-on dinner party. Embark on a unique culinary journey with loved ones, friends and colleagues. Inspire cultural and teamwork in your workplace. Celebrate your birthday or bachelorette party by exploring a new cuisine! Make a father-daughter or mother-son cooking date. You and your friends will be welcomed to the comfort of our kitchen with tea infused with cardamom and cinnamon. You design your own class with recipes of your choosing....

All levels 18 and older
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$80

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Hands-On Ramen Workshop

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

Discover the secrets of crafting authentic ramen from scratch at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square. Unleash your inner chef as you learn to make homemade ramen noodles and create a flavorful miso-soy broth with tender pork, bok choy, and a perfectly cooked egg. Join this hands-on workshop and elevate your ramen game to new heights.

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$143.75
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Dim Sum and Then Some

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

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 Working with Dried Mushrooms and Dumpling Wrappers Selecting Ground Meat Making Asian Sauces...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$93.50
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Hands-On Vegetarian Boot Camp

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

Broaden your palette and learn new vegetarian cooking techniques at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square. Join this immersive one-day class to explore flavors, and ingredients, and create plate after plate of meatless deliciousness. Discover a whole new world of vegetarian cuisine!

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$339.25
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Italian Surf and Turf Demo on the Patio

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

Everyone’s favorite - Surf and Turf - and all’italiana this time! Enjoy the delicious beef and seafood combination in this grilled Italian version. Generous tasting portions of each dish will be served in this demonstration class. Menu: Grilled Baby Octopus with Charred Lemons and Radicchio  Bistecca (Grilled Ribeye Steaks) with Lemon, Roasted Garlic and Oregano Butter Panzanella with Artichokes, Tomatoes, Chickpeas and Grilled Green...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$264
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Double Date: Hands-On Tapas on the Grill

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

Learn how to cook an assortment of authentic Spanish snacks on the grill in this hands-on class. Menu: Grilled Asparagus with Serrano Ham, Shaved Manchego Cheese and Romesco Sauce Grilled Octopus and Potatoes with Smoky Paprika Aioli Pinchos Morunos (Cumin and Paprika-Spiced Grilled Pork Skewers) Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Spanish ingredients How to set up your grill Grilling vegetables and potatoes Roasting peppers...

(260) All levels 21 and older
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$104.50
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All American Hands-On Backyard BBQ

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Join us on our patio this holiday weekend for classic American fare in this hands-on class.   Menu: Lemony Grilled Shrimp Cocktail with Spicy Cocktail Sauce Slow Smoked Baby Back Ribs Red Potato Salad with Dill and Mustard Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chive-Lemon Butter Wood-Fired Seasonal Fruit Cobbler Skills covered in class: How to set up your grill Selecting and grilling shrimp Selecting potatoes Grilling ...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Hands-On Family Cooking: Deep Dish Pizza Party

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

Bring the whole gang and join us for family classes at Lincoln Square where children and adults will work together to prepare and enjoy a fabulous feast. This class is designed for children ages 6 and older to cook with their parents, families or guardians.  Menu: Crispy Zucchini Fries with Ranch Dipping Sauce Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons Deep Dish Pizza with Pepperoni Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwiches Skills covered in class:...

(260) All levels 6 and older
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$550
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Vegan BBQ on the Grill

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

Think grilling, smoking, and barbecuing are only for carnivores? Think again! With a few tips and tricks in this demonstration class, we'll show you everything you need for an incredible outdoor meal that is sure to impress even your non-vegan friends! Generous tasting portions of each dish will be served.  Menu: Charred Southwestern Salsa with Tortilla Chips BBQ Smoked Seitan "Brisket" Sandwiches with ...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Everyday Butchery and Meat Cookery Boot Camp

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Are you ready to take your knife skills to the next level? We'll teach you essential butchery techniques so you can tackle meat preparation like the pros and save money at the grocery store. You'll then use your handiwork to prepare four delicious dishes in a complete meat cookery lesson. Students will work individually to butcher a whole chicken, filet a whole fish, French a rack of lamb, and butterfly and pound out...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Seafood 101

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, 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. Menu: Whole Roasted Rainbow Trout with Lemon, Fresh Herbs and Roasted Potatoes Miso-Ginger Poached...

(260) Beginner 18 and older
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$126.50
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Clean Eating Boot Camp

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

Learn to cook healthy, nourishing meals in this fun, hands-on bootcamp! Wellness Chef Alia Dalal will show you how to make tasty, filling and delicious meals quickly from whole food ingredients. Focusing on simple preparations, this class will get you up to speed on the latest nutritional best practices and get you inspired to make clean eating a consistent pattern in your life.  Using vegetables, beans, nuts, seeds, whole grains, fruits and...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$350
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Butchery Boot Camp

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

Are you ready to take your knife skills to the next level? We'll teach you essential butchery techniques so you can tackle meat preparation like the pros. You'll then use your handiwork to prepare four delicious dishes. Techniques: Breaking Down and Deboning Chicken Boning and Filleting a Whole Fish Cleaning, Butterflying, Stuffing and Tying Flank Steak Trimming, Cutting, Pounding and Breading Pork Tenderloin Recipes to be Prepared: Pan-Roasted...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$325
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Hands-On Asian Boot Camp

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

Embark on an immersive culinary adventure in this hands-on Asian cuisine class. Discover the diverse flavors and techniques of China, Japan, Korea, and Thailand while mastering the art of balancing sweet, savory, sour, and spicy. From homemade dumpling wrappers to velvety beef chow fun, take your Asian cooking to the next level at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square.

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$345
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Date Night: Paella Party!

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

Eat your way through sunny Spain as you celebrate this colorful, flavor-packed cuisine. ¡Olé!  Menu Includes: Arugula, Avocado and Orange Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette Grilled Bread with Manchego Cheese and Serrano Ham Shrimp with Fino Sherry Chicken and Chorizo Paella Flan (Caramel Custard) Skills Covered in Class Include:  Getting Familiar with Spanish Ingredients Grilling Bread Segmenting Citrus Making Vinaigrette Balancing...

(260) All levels 21 and older
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$115.50
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Havana Nights

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

Spend a tropical night in our kitchen as we cook up some muy delicioso Cuban cuisine.  Menu:  Cuban Plantain Nachos with Shrimp, Avocados, Black Beans and Mangos Spice Rubbed and Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Cumin-Orange Mojo Sauce Roasted Poblano-Cilantro Rice Pudín de Pan (Spiced Pineapple Bread Pudding) Skills Covered in Class Include:  Getting Familiar with Cuban Ingredients Working with and Frying Plantains Selecting...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$104.50
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Fabulous French Pastries

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

Learn how to whip up these awe-inspiring pastries in your own kitchen in no time! Don't let the fancy French descriptions fool you… these really are approachable desserts for the home cook. Menu: Chocolate Pot de Crème Raspberry and Hazelnut Mille Feuille (Puff Pastry Layered with Pastry Cream, Hazelnut Royal Icing and Raspberry Jam) Pear-Frangipane Tart (Almond Custard Tart) Paris-Brest (Pâte à Choux Ring) with Cointreau-Infused Diplomat...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$110
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Keto Kraze

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

The Ketogenic diet is a low carb, high fat diet that's very popular right now for good reason; it can help you lose weight and improve your overall health. The diet drives your body in to a state of ketosis, where the body uses fat as a primary fuel source instead of carbs. Our chef will teach you what you can and cannot eat on the Keto diet, and how to make good choices so you can be successful. Menu: Coconut-Curry Cauliflower Soup Spinach...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$104.50
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Culinary Concepts: Meat Cookery

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

Satisfy your favorite meat-lover with a new twist on the classic Chicago-style steak. Join our Chefs as they guide you through Meat 101 basics, then take off on an international journey of classic meat preparations from around the world. Our Culinary Concept classes will challenge you to rethink everything you've learned in the past about cooking, and allow us to teach you the correct techniques in order to strengthen your culinary skills. Menu:...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$121
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