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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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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.

(1742) All levels 21 and older
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Hands-on Cooking: Greek Party

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

Explore Greek flavors and ingredients in this fun cooking class. You will prepare and enjoy vegetarian moussaka, country salad, lamb meatballs with tzatziki, and swordfish skewers with ouzo bbq sauce. Learn to use phyllo dough to make an apple baklava. Alcohol will be served in this class.

(122) All levels 21 and older
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$112
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Hands-On Cooking: Pâté Board

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

Master the art of creating a delectable pâté board, complete with indulgent country pate, creamy cognac mousse, and all the accoutrements. Elevate your holiday appetizer tray this season with this hands-on cooking class.

(122) All levels 21 and older
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$109
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Hands-on Cooking: French Breakfast

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

Indulge in the flavors of a French countryside-inspired breakfast or brunch. Discover the art of preparing baked eggs and balsamic glazed bacon, and end the meal with a delightful almond and pear tart. Delight your loved ones with this exquisite culinary experience.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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$109
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Breakfast Series

Tutore @ 2755 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL

Elevate your breakfast game with our immersive series, where you'll master the art of crafting delectable pastries and accompaniments. From perfectly laminated biscuit dough to homemade compound butter, discover the secrets to creating breakfast delights that will impress every palate. Join us to refine your culinary skills and learn to start your day with gourmet flair.

All levels 18 and older
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$143.75
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Hands-On Cooking: Frutti di Mare

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

Learn the art of creating a classic Italian seafood pasta dish in this hands-on course. Discover techniques for making fresh tagliatelle pasta and master a tomato, anisette, and saffron sauce to top it off. Indulge in the fruits of the sea with this delectable culinary experience.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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$109
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The Italian Table: Homemade Pasta

Peterson Garden Project @ 5917 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL

Pasta is a staple at an Italian meal; come learn how easy it is to make yourself! In this class, we’ll demonstrate a simple pasta dough recipe and discuss how you can customize the flavor using herbs or spices. You’ll also learn different cutting techniques and tools you can use to shape your pasta. Since no Italian pasta dish would be complete without sauce, we’ll also discuss and sample some simple sauce options you can make at home. Demonstration;...

(10) All levels 18 and older
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Sensational Summer Side Dishes

The Morton Arboretum @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL

Learn to prepare three deliciously easy side dishes representing the flavors of summer in this hands-on class! This is the best part of summer in Illinois, when produce is plentiful in the farmers markets and backyard gardens are bursting at the seams. It’s the perfect time to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables for their peak flavor and stellar nutritional punch. In this session, learn to use farm-fresh greens and hand-picked fruit in a variety...

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Street Food

Feast & Imbibe @ 1601 Payne St, Evanston, IL

Join Chef Giuseppe in the Feast & Imbibe Studio Kitchen for a hands-on cooking class & demonstration where you will learn to make a selection of street food from around the world. This class includes vegetarian and gluten free options.  Menu: Beef Teriyaki Skewers with Wasabi Mayo Grilled Eggplant Skewers with Tahini & Naan Ahi Tuna Tacos with Avocado Wasabi & Micro Arugula Butternut Squash Tacos with Black Beans, Red...

(1) All levels 18 and older
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$100
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Demo Cooking: Main Course Salads

Chicago Botanic Garden

Main course salads, packed with vegetables and protein, keep you satisfied for hours, whether you enjoy them for lunch or dinner.  In this cooking class, you will learn to make two hearty salads:  France’s salade niçoise and  the Middle East’s fattoush, made even better with pan-fried halloumi cheese.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Demonstration Cooking: Edible Gifts

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

Learn the art of creating homemade, mouthwatering edible gifts that are sure to impress all year round in this culinary class at the esteemed Chicago Botanic Garden. From luxurious English toffee with almonds to savory cheese and pecan sablés, discover a range of delicious recipes that will solve all your holiday gift-giving dilemmas.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Demo Cooking: Winter Citrus

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

Discover the vibrant flavors of winter citrus and bring the sunshine into your kitchen with these citrus-based dishes. Learn how to create a beautiful winter salad with grapefruit, make a delicious sheet pan sausage with orange and fennel, and indulge in a Meyer lemon and basil pound cake. Unleash your culinary creativity with the diverse varieties of citrus and master the art of citrus supreming for an elegant presentation.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Spring Soups & Salads: Simple Family Suppers

Nourished @ 111 S Vine St, Chicago, IL

Nothing satisfies more than simmering soups on the stove that nourish the body and soul. Soups may seem complicated or time-consuming, but if you know the basics (and you will), you can make homemade soup (or stews) quickly and easily—and they won’t be full of preservatives, processed salts, MSG, GMO products or other artificial ingredients. Soups and stews also store and freeze well, making them a go-to weeknight dinner, convenient thermos...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Taco Thursday

Nourished @ 111 S Vine St, Chicago, IL

Ground beef tacos? Taco ’bout boring! Join us at the farmhouse as we turn up the heat and spice things for a healthy twist on Mexican! We’ll show you how to up your taco game with easy and delicious taco varieties that are sure to please any crowd! Say goodbye to processed seasoning packs and hello to fresh, vibrant and local flavors! Guests will enjoy our organic Cheesy Spice™ popcorn or Nourished Party Mix™ upon arrival. You’ll also...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Healthy Weeknight Cooking: Fish in a Flash

Nourished @ 111 S Vine St, Chicago, IL

Cooking fish doesn’t have to be left to the professionals—by learning very basic cooking techniques, you can prepare simple, quick and healthy meals from the sea that your family will be hooked on! ​This class is not about learning to properly de-bone and fillet a whole fish. It’s about teaching you how to purchase high-quality, wild-caught cuts of fish, and how to prepare it fast, fresh and simply any day of the week. Plus,...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Winter Soups & Stews: Simple Family Suppers

Nourished @ 111 S Vine St, Chicago, IL

With cold weather upon us, nothing satisfies more than simmering soups and stews on the stove! They may seem complicated or time-consuming, but once you know the basics, you can easily make homemade soups that aren’t full of preservatives or artificial ingredients. Learn to transform fresh, seasonal produce into nourishing soups and stews to have a nutrient-packed dinner in no time! ​Available for purchase by the glass, we feature a variety of...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Surf & Turf

Butcher & the Burger

Ever wanted to know the butcher’s secret to preparing the perfect salmon fillet? Wondering how sausage is really made? Perhaps you’re more of the beef tenderloin aficionado, either way, this class is the one for you. The class will start at 6:30PM and last approximately three hours. Bring your own drinks and have a good time! Meal included. Please wear non-slip shoes.

(3) All levels 21 and older
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Demo Cooking: Mexican Vegetables

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

Learn to incorporate a variety of Mexican flavors and spices into vegetable dishes in this cooking class. Enjoy a light lunch of jicama avocado salad, tamal Azteca, and chayote squash with guajillo dressing.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Demonstration Cooking: Summer Sides

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

Summer is the perfect time of year for picnics, potlucks, and backyard barbecues. Whether you are the host or bringing a dish to share, you need go-to summer side dishes that can feed a crowd and stand up to hot weather. In this demonstration cooking class, you will learn how to make summer sides that will be the star of the party, including green and yellow wax bean salad with tarragon vinaigrette, penne with lentils and feta, and Lebanese potato...

(122) All levels 18 and older
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$68.75
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Recipes For a Seasonal Detox You Can Enjoy

Arya Bhavan

Your body should detox every season but “detoxing” is not something we usually look forward to. That’s about to change! These recipes will make your detox will bring lots of flavor to your detox. All the recipes in this class include “raw” food, i.e. food prepared below 118 degrees to preserve all its enzymes, vitamins, proteins, and minerals – all the good stuff our body needs to fight inflammations and stay strong and healthy. Veggie...

(10) All levels 18 and older
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