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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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Date Night: An Evening in Italy

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

Spend an evening preparing a scrumptious, mouth-watering Italian feast. Menu: Pear and Frisée Salad with Fig Vinaigrette, Gorgonzola and Toasted Hazelnuts Sautéed Pork Chops with Pearl Onions, Rosemary and Caper Pan Sauce Warm Farro Salad with Pancetta, Baby Kale and Apple Cider Vinegar Torta Caprese (Dark Chocolate Flourless Cake with Almonds) with Whipped Cream Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Italian ingredients Selecting...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$104.50
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Vegan Holiday Dinner

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

We know the holiday season is an exciting time for vegans because of the flavorful and colorful produce in season, which can be transformed into beautifully festive dishes. However, the holiday season can also be challenging for many vegans, as it historically focuses on meat-centric menus. This vegan meal will feature fresh, seasonal, holiday ingredients, as well as highlight both classic and modern cooking techniques and staples every vegan should...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$104.50
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Food and Wine of France

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

This refined-yet-hearty French repast, enjoyed while sipping wine, will transport you to a magical evening in the French countryside. Menu: Salade Lyonnaise (Poached Egg and Bacon Salad) Red Wine-Braised Lamb with Root Vegetables Pomme de Terre Puree (Potato Puree) Profiteroles with Ice Cream and Chocolate Sauce Featured Wines:  Macon-Charnay, Domaine Manciat-Poncet, Burgundy, France, 2016 Syrah, Jeanne Gaillard, Terre de Mandrin,...

(262) All levels 21 and older
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Hands-On Greek Islands

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

Not even the Spartan army could resist the food of the gods you will prepare in this hands-on class. Menu: Shrimp Santorini (Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Tomatoes and Dill) Lamb and Cumin Meatballs with Tomato Sauce Roasted Potatoes with Oregano and Feta Cheese Orange-Semolina Cake with Whipped Cream Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Mediterranean ingredients Selecting ground meat and shrimp Working with fresh herbs and...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$104.50
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Hands-On Caribbean Cruise

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

Take the chill out of the air with the culturally diverse and mouth-watering cuisine of the Caribbean in this hands-on class. Menu: Hearts of Palm and Avocado Salad with Lime Vinaigrette Jamaican Jerk Chicken with Coconut Rice Fried Plantains Spiced Pineapple Bread Pudding (Pudín de Pan) Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Caribbean cuisine and ingredients Selecting and cutting avocados Making vinaigrette Balancing flavors...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Paris in the Spring

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

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 Chef as your guide, you'll practice classic cooking techniques to create your own elegant French meal. Menu: Frisée, Artichoke and Goat Cheese Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette Trout Almondine (Sautéed Trout with Toasted Almonds, Lemon and Chives) Roasted New Potatoes with Truffle-Parsley Butter...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Hands-On Culinary Concepts: Chicken Cookery

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

Chicken is America’s favorite poultry, but too often, it’s dry and bland. In this hands-on class, learn to transform chicken into a world of flavors and textures, and your everyday dinner staple into a delicious dining experience.  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. Spring...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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An Evening in New Orleans (Demonstration)

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

Learn how to prepare a truly authentic French-Creole feast that's reflective of the melting pot of cultures found in Louisiana in this demonstration class. Gather around our table, and learn how to prepare these classic recipes you're sure to recreate in your own kitchen for years to come. Generous tasting portions of each dish will be served. Menu: Oysters Rockefeller Crostini Sautéed Snapper with Crawfish Nantua (Classic Crawfish Tail Cream...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Hands-On Southern BBQ Styles Made Easy on the Patio

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

Do you love the flavor of traditional BBQ, but don’t have all day to tend to the smoker? In this hands-on class, we’ll teach you how to get seriously delicious BBQ flavors by pairing regional sauces with quick cooking grilling techniques. By utilizing charcoal, smoking chips, marinades, spices, and indirect and direct heat, you’ll learn how to take your next backyard BBQ to new levels. Menu: Grilled Pork Tenderloin Sliders with Creamy...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$143
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Hands-On Noon Year's Eve: Asian Adventure

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

Enjoy the opportunity to celebrate New Year's Eve with the whole family! Have fun preparing and eating an Asian feast while ringing in the New Year.  This hands-on class is designed for children ages 6 and older to cook with their parents, families or guardians. Menu:   Pork Pot Stickers with Soy Dipping Sauce Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein Sweet and Sour Shrimp with Pineapple and Steamed Rice  Ginger Pot de Crème  Skills...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$132.25
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Hands-On Date Night: Parisian Pleasures

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

Ooh la la! These Parisian recipes bring a whole new meaning to the City of Light in this hands-on class. Menu: French Onion Soup with Gruyere Crouton Mixed Green, Hazelnut and Goat Cheese Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette Poulet Rôti avec Pomme de Terre (Roasted Chicken and Potatoes with Fresh Herbs) Dark Chocolate Pot de Crème Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with French ingredients Caramelizing onions Using flour as a thickener...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$149.50
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Hands-On Family Night: Trip to Spain

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

Bring the whole gang and join us for a hands-on family class! Transport yourself to sunny Spain and have fun preparing a feast inspired by Spanish cuisine and culture. This hands-on class is designed for children ages 6 and older to cook with their parents, families or guardians. Menu: Baked Goat Cheese with Tomato Sauce Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Balsamic Glaze Paella with Shrimp and Chorizo  Churros with Cinnamon and Sugar Skills...

(262) All levels 6 and older
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$149.50
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Hands-On Culinary Adventure: A Trip to Mexico

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

Join us as we travel south-of-the-border to create a feast that's bold, vibrant, and full of rich and complex flavor combinations in this hands-on class. Menu:  Chorizo Queso Fundido with Tortilla Chips Achiote-Rubbed Snapper in Banana Leaves with Pineapple Salsa  Borracho Beans with Queso Fresco Bread Pudding with Bananas, Chocolate and Kahlua  Skills covered in class:  Getting familiar with Mexican ingredients ...

(262) Beginner 18 and older
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$149.50
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Hands-On Vegetarian Mexican

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

No chicharones here! Enjoy this zesty and meat-free south-of-the-border meal in tonight’s hands-on class.   Menu:  Hearts of Palm and Avocado Salad with Cumin-Lime Vinaigrette Roasted Mushroom and Sweet Potato Enchiladas with Salsa Verde  Quinoa and Black Bean-Stuffed Poblano Peppers with Ancho-Spiced Tomato Sauce  Skills covered in class:  Getting familiar with Mexican ingredients and techniques  Making vinaigrette ...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$149.50
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Hands-On Gluten-Free Italian Night Out

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

Yes! You can enjoy an Italian feast without the wheat. Utilizing an array of alternative flours and savvy techniques, you’ll learn how to prepare a delicious gluten-free meal in this hands-on class. Menu: Flatbread with Artichokes, Arugula and Goat Cheese Potato Gnocchi with Bacon, Lemon and Peas Tiramisu with Homemade Sponge Cake and Coffee-Rum Syrup   Skills covered in class: Working with alternative flours Making and shaping gnocchi ...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Hands-on Know Your Gnocchi: Spring Menu

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

Gnocchi may pre-date pasta, but these little knuckle-shaped dumplings still receive pride of place in Italian cuisine, from Nona’s table to the finest ristorante. Learn to prepare a variety of gnocchi paired with seasonal accompaniments for a perfect match of flavors in this hands-on class. Vegetarian-friendly menu! Menu:  Sweet Pea-Potato Gnocchi with Herb Cream Sauce Spinach-Ricotta Gnocchi with Roasted Red Peppers, Arugula and...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$143.75
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Hands-On Gluten-Free Italian Feast

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

Yes! You can enjoy an Italian feast without the wheat. Utilizing an array of alternative flours and savvy techniques, you’ll learn how to prepare a delicious gluten-free meal in this hands-on class. Menu: Flatbread with Artichokes, Arugula and Goat Cheese Potato Gnocchi with Bacon, Lemon and Peas Tiramisu with Homemade Sponge Cake and Coffee-Rum Syrup Skills covered in class: Working with alternative flours Making and shaping gnocchi...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$149.50
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Hands-On Italy in the Spring

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

Learn how to prepare a mouth-watering, Italian seasonal feast in this hands-on class.  Menu: Arugula Salad with Artichokes, Fennel and Crispy Prosciutto Sautéed Salmon with Hazelnut Pesto  Roasted Asparagus with Lemon-Parley Gremolata Fresh Ricotta, Strawberry and Chocolate-Filled Cannoli   Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Italian ingredients Preparing vinaigrette Balancing flavors Selecting and...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$149.50
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Simple French Food

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

Preparing French food does not need to be complicated! Join us in this hands-on class as we teach you how to make beautiful and elegant food, keeping "less is more" in mind.   Menu:  Mixed Green, Hazelnut and Goat Cheese Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette  Sea Bass en Papillote with Leeks, Zucchini and Herb Compound Butter  Warm French Lentil Salad with Wilted Spinach  Cinnamon-Sugar Palmiers    Skills covered...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$149.50
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Hands-On Father's Day Family Brunch

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

Bring the whole gang and join us for a hands-on family class where children and adults will work together to prepare and enjoy a fabulous brunch perfect for Father’s Day. This hands-on class is designed for children ages 6 and older to cook with their parents, families or guardians. Menu: Buttermilk Biscuit, Fried Chicken and Egg Sandwiches with Hot Honey Drizzle Roasted Potato and Sweet Potato Hash with Onions and Peppers Citrus, Mixed...

(262) All levels 6 and older
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