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Learn the art of meal prepping in Chicago with classes that cover a variety of general meal preparation skills, from knife techniques to time-saving tips, allowing participants to become more efficient and confident in the kitchen.

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Summer Southern Comfort

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

From the hills of Appalachia to the Texan Rio Grande, America's South offers ultimate comfort food, with succulent texture, exciting spices and finger-lickin'-good flavor. Let our Chef be your guide through these delicious recipes from Dixie. Menu Includes: Ultimate Barbecued Ribs with Homemade BBQ Sauce  Four Cheese Skillet Mac-n-Cheese Bacony Baked Beans Creamy Cabbage Slaw  Seasonal Fruit Cobbler with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream ...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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French Fête: A Bastille Day Celebration

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

Looking for something fun to do this Bastille Day? We love throwing parties, especially when they revolve around French food! Come celebrate French Independence Day at The Chopping Block and enjoy cooking demonstrations with our professional chefs, samples of delectable French fare, and tastings of French wines and a specialty cocktail. We're turning the first floor of our Lincoln Square location (patio included) into a French fête! Our chefs will...

(262) All levels 21 and older
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Tacos and Tequila

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

Let's get loco tonight! Don't miss this fun evening cooking and savoring the bright and bold flavors of Mexico. One Tequila spritz per person is included in the price of the class. Menu: Tequila Spritz Chayote and Avocado Salad with Lime Vinaigrette Grilled Seasonal Fish Tacos with Shredded Red Cabbage and Lime Green Chili Chicken Tacos with Queso Fresco Cumin-Roasted Potatoes with Chipotle Crema Ice Cream Sundaes...

(262) All levels 21 and older
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Summer Soirée

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

Bring your friends, and prepare a fresh feast featuring the seasonal bounty of summer! Menu: Sweet Corn-Bacon Fritters with Fresh Herb Salad and Lemon Dressing Grilled Pork Chops with Roasted Red Pepper-Caper Relish and Arugula Pesto Parmesan Polenta Plum-Almond Cake with Vanilla Whipped Cream Skills covered in class: Working with seasonal produce Preparing vegetable fritters Working with fresh herbs Making vinaigrette and fresh herb sauces...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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The Breakfast Club

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

Creating a luxurious breakfast is easy like Sunday morning. Join us for a scrumptious feast including some all-time favorites, and some exciting recipes featuring international flavors. After class today, you're sure to look at breakfast with a new lens. Menu: Buttermilk Biscuits with Sausage Gravy Shakshuka (Eggs Poached in Spiced Tomato-Pepper Sauce with Feta Cheese) Corned Beef Hash Skillet Chilaquiles Verdes (Tortilla Chips and Shredded...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Filipino Feast

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

From the outdoor kitchens of small villages in the Philippines to Chicago, it is indeed possible to experience the vivid flavors of Filipino cuisine right in your very own kitchen. Menu: Lumpia Shanghai (Pork and Cabbage Spring Rolls) Pancit Guisado (Noodle Stir Fry with Shrimp and Vegetables) Chicken Adobo with Steamed Rice Cassava Cake with Custard Topping and Citrus Caramel Sauce Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Filipino ingredients...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Culinary Adventure: A Trip to India

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

Join us as we open India's spice chest to explore this dynamic cuisine with its centuries-old tradition in satisfying and delicious recipes. The mango lassi will be served upon your arrival. Menu: Mango Lassi Vegetable Pakoras with Coconut-Cilantro Chutney Aloo Paratha (Potato-Stuffed Griddle Bread) Chicken Tikka Masala Spiced Rice with Currants and Cashews Skills Covered in Class Include: Getting Familiar with Indian Cuisine Preparing Batter...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Noon Year's Eve

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 Italian feast while ringing in the New Year. Children ages 6 and older are invited to help their families prepare a fabulous feast. Menu: Kale and Romaine Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons Homemade Fettuccine with Grilled Chicken Alfredo Sauce Oven-Roasted Broccoli Individual Chocolate Lava Cakes Skills covered in class: Preparing...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Football Food: AFC vs. NFC!

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

Super Bowl Sunday is an opportunity to play your best menu moves. Whether you are entertaining for a big group of fans or a small team, you'll want your snacks to score. This year we will be featuring cuisine inspired by the cities of the division champs, so stay tuned for our menu!  During class students will sample all the dishes prepared by the chef. 

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Girls' Night: Italian Stallion

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

Assemble your squad and join us for a chock-full evening of heavenly Italian noshes.  Menu:  Antipasto Salad with Salami, Arugula and Chickpeas Quattro Formaggi White Pizza Meatballs with Pancetta-Tomato Sauce Fresh Ricotta and Chocolate-Filled Cannoli.  Skills Covered in Class Include:  Getting Familiar with Italian Ingredients Making Vinaigrette Balancing Flavors Preparing Yeast Dough Selecting Ground Meat Making...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Meatless Monday Cook Along: Indian Vegetarian

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you cook along with The Chopping Block's Owner/Chef Shelly Young. Cook with Shelley in real time as she shows you how to make a vegetarian Indian Feast via a Zoom Cook Along. Menu: Vegetable Pakoras with Coconut-Cilantro Chutney Aloo Gobi (Potato and Cauliflower Curry) with Steamed Rice Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Indian ingredients Working with...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Italian Feast: Cacio e Pepe

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make an Italian meal from scratch via Zoom. Menu: Shaved Fennel, Kale and Orange Salad with Toasted Hazelnuts Cacio e Pepe (Spaghetti with Pecorino Romano, Cracked Black Pepper and Toasted Olive Oil Breadcrumbs) Ricotta Fritters Powdered Sugar ...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Meatless Mexican

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make a vegetarian Mexican meal via Zoom. Menu: Vegetarian Tortilla Soup with Hominy and Avocado Roasted Carrot, Black Bean and Tofu Chorizo Tacos Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Mexican ingredients Working with fresh herbs and spices...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Cooking Demo: Fish en Papillote

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ *Online Classroom

Join us for a virtual cooking class as our Chopping Block chef teaches you how to prepare this classic fish preparation via a Zoom demonstration.  This class is in partnership with Dress for Success and you can choose to make a donation to support this global not-for-profit organization that empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Vacation: Trip to Italy

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ *Online Classroom

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make gnocchi from scratch via Zoom. Menu: Herb and Ricotta Gnocchi with Asparagus and Parmesan Cream Italian Chopped Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette Skills covered in class: Making and shaping gnocchi dough Sautéing green vegetables Making cream sauces Balancing flavors ...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Middle East Feast

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

We all know that genies and flying carpets are just make believe....  Come experience the real magic that is the Middle Eastern kitchen.  Menu: Roasted Garlic Hummus with Spicy Pita Chips Grilled Chicken Shawarma with Tzatziki Sauce Couscous Salad with Grilled Zucchini Roasted Red Peppers and Artichokes Baklava Pastries Skills Covered in Class Include:  Getting Familiar with Middle Eastern Ingredients Preparing Bean Dips...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Teens' Cooking: Holiday Cookies

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Young teens ages 12 to 16 get to experiment with simple yet sophisticated menus that they'll enjoy re-creating at home. They'll learn the basics of knife skills, cooking and baking techniques, and organizing prep work. Today's Menu: Brandy Snaps Buckeyes Mexican Wedding Cakes Note: Parents and guardians, please check in your kids promptly for class and return to pick them up after the session.

(262) All levels 12 - 16 years old
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Virtual:Taste of Germany:Baked Apples w/ Vanilla Sauce

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ *Online Classroom

Virtual Cooking Demo: Taste of Germany: Baked Apples with Vanilla Sauce Bring your favorite Christkindlmarket dishes “Home for the Holidays” as the Chopping Block walks you through each step of traditional German recipes. For the first time ever, tickets to an authentic German cooking demo, led by Chef Hans, are available for you and the whole family to enjoy. Recipes will be sent out beforehand...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Demo Cooking: French Cocktail Snacks

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

In France, cocktail hour is known as l’heure de l’apéro. In this cooking class, you will learn about the ritual of the cocktail hour, the world of French apéritifs, and how to prepare classic French snacks to enjoy with your favorite libation. Featured recipes include: Gougères (savory cheese puffs made with choux pastry) Marinated Olives Spicy Glazed Bar Nuts

(126) All levels 18 and older
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The Art of French Pastry

CocuSocial Cooking Classes

Explore the enchanting world of Parisian patisseries in this hands-on class where you'll master the art of crafting choux pastry. From precise piping techniques to baking perfection, learn to create exquisite Eclairs and cream puffs. No experience is required, just a love for French pastry and a desire for a fun and instructive experience.

(1753) All levels 21 and older
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