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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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Hands-On Winter in Toscana

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

Embark on a culinary journey to Tuscany this winter at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square, where you'll learn to create authentic Italian dishes like Tuscan white bean stew and wild boar ragu. Discover the secrets of balancing flavors, perfect knife skills, and more in this immersive hands-on class.

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$155.25
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Virtual Vacation: Trip to Thailand

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 Thai food via Zoom. Menu: Vegetable Spring Rolls Shrimp and Mussel Panang Curry with Steamed Jasmine Rice Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Thai ingredients Working with rice paper wrappers Balancing sweet, salty, sour and spicy Selecting...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Family Night: Chinatown

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

Bring the whole gang and join us for family classes at Lincoln Square! Everyone will cook and enjoy a feast celebrating the Chinese New Year. Menu: Crispy Vegetable Egg Rolls with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Steamed Rice Almond Cookies Skills Covered in Class Include: Getting Familiar with Asian Ingredients Making Asian Sauces Working with Egg Roll Wrappers Deep Frying Selecting and Stir Frying Chicken...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Clean Eating: Filling Fats

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

In this class, Health and Wellness Chef Alia Dalal explains that good quality fats are essential for optimal body and cognitive function, as well as key to feeling full, fighting cravings and sticking to a mostly unprocessed clean eating diet.  Giving an overview of fats to avoid and fats to seek out, Chef Alia will demonstrate how to incorporate good quality fats like Omega 3 fatty acids and Monounsaturated Fatty Acids into your everyday meals....

(260) All levels 18 and older
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Know Your Gnocchi: Summer 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. Your Chef can recommend an Italian wine from our cellar to make your meal molto delizioso!  Menu: Classic Potato Gnocchi with Roasted Garlic Butter and Toasted Breadcrumbs...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$93.50
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Valentine's Demonstration Dinner: Mediterranean Sojourn

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

Celebrate Valentine's Day with an elegant, Moroccan-inspired multi-course meal prepared by our chef instructor in this demonstration class. Very generous tasting portions of each dish will be served. Menu: Mixed Green Salad with Chickpeas, Almonds and Feta Vinaigrette Sautéed Scallops with Golden Beets, Oranges, Pine Nuts and Harissa Aioli Roasted Rack of Lamb with Pomegranate-Fennel Glaze  Saffron Rice with Fresh Herbs Citrus-Almond...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$140
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Summer BBQ Bash (Adults)

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

Everyone loves a backyard barbecue! Join us as we transform our entire Lincoln Square location into a fun, festive, family-friendly barbecue for one special evening. You'll enjoy an evening full of elevated classics, as you learn how to recreate the dishes at home with the help of our professional chefs. You'll travel from room to room, including our outdoor patio, tasting and learning all about the art of smoking, grilling and barbecuing from our...

(260) All levels 21 and older
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$125
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Seafood 101: Fall Edition

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: Bacon-Wrapped Monkfish w/ Kale Potatoes and Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette Grilled...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$110
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Seafood 101: Spring Menu

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...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$115
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Culinary Adventure: A Trip to the Pacific Northwest

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

Inspired by the roaring rapids, tall pines, rocky coastal beaches, and breathtaking mountains of the Coastal Northwest, this class will leave you feeling like your taste buds zip-lined through a forest of decadent flavors. Menu: Kale Salad with Roasted Beets, Candied Nuts, Goat Cheese and Red Wine Vinaigrette Cedar Plank Roasted Salmon with Potato Gnocchi, Sautéed Mushrooms and Hazelnut-Herb Pesto Peach-Blackberry Cobbler Skills covered in class:...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$104.50
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Chicken 101: Fall Menu

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

Chicken is America’s favorite poultry, but too often, it’s dry and bland. Learn to transform chicken into a world of flavors and textures, and your everyday dinner staple into a delicious dining experience. Menu: Chicken Saltimbocca (Sautéed Chicken Cutlets with Sage, Prosciutto and Provolone) with White Wine-Butter Sauce Coconut Chicken Curry with Ginger, Sweet Potatoes and Cashews Roasted Spatchcock Chicken with Rosemary-Garlic Butter and...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$104.50
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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...

(260) 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...

(260) 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,...

(260) All levels 21 and older
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$110
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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...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$104.50
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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...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$104.50
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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...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$110
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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...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$104.50
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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...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$132
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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...

(260) All levels 18 and older
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$143
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