Food Tours Classes in Chicago, IL

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Take a tour of Chicago's premier fully-operational urban winery, located in the heart of the West Loop. Tours include: A glass of City Winery wine per guest upon arrival. A tour of our facility guided by one of our wine experts. Tasting flight of three City Winery wines paired with three crostini appetizers. 10% discount on any retail wine...

Join us for a delightful and delicious afternoon of food, wines and gastro chats. Gastro Tours’ in-house chef and certified sommelier will both lead you on a journey of incredible gastronomy. 

Join us for a delightful and delicious afternoon of food, wines and gastro chats. Oscar, Gastro Tours’ in-house chef and Tatiana, Gastro Tours’ founder and certified sommelier, will both lead you on a journey of incredible gastronomy. 

Accompany our chef on a tour through the Lincoln Square farmers market, where they will be your insider guide to selecting and purchasing the best produce of the day. You'll then return to our kitchen, where the chef will use the market-fresh ingredients to improvise a delicious meal including an appetizer, an entrée and dessert.  Meet our...

Whether you're new to Spanish wines or not, La Rioja is region of Spain that has paved the way for the nation’s industry and today, is considered the nation’s most important wine region.  Take a tour with us as we explore what makes these wines so special and so loved across the planet. From the classics and the greats to the increasingly...

Join us for a special event presented by Le Creuset as we welcome Chefs John and Karen Shields from Smyth + The Loyalist restaurants in Chicago's West Loop. The restaurants opened in mid 2016 and Smyth quickly was awarded four stars from the Chicago Tribune's Phil Vettel and the inclusion in the Michelin Guide. In 2017 Smyth + The Loyalist were named...

It is impossible to think about wine without thinking about France. France is truly a country dedicated to wine, and great wine, at that. Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Alsace: all have their traditions, native grapes and regional foods. But what makes France so special?  In this class, we’re taking a tour of this gorgeous country. First,...

During this virtual class, we’ll learn all about Spain and its wines, regions, grapes, and more on this informative yet fun class as we discuss a selection of red and white wines from different regions of Spain. Ranging from the very classic Riojas to some off-the-beaten path Txakolis or Island wines, we’ll learn about the history of Spain, the...

It's time to learn how to make dehydrated foods! Dehydration is an excellent method for preserving a bountiful harvest - tomatoes, grapes, apples, and so much more. With dehydration you can make your own JERKY and fruit leather with your own ingredients. Marie will teach you how to dry herbs, vegetables, fruits, meats and more. Learn why the ancient...

Join us as we traipse around the planet in search of tasty meals. Through cooking, this class connects children to our global community introducing them to different cultures and culinary adventures all the while learning geography, world history, and more. Each week we “tour” a different country featuring a cultural dish....

Join Chef Paul for a tour of the Glen Ellyn Farmer's Market for a look at the freshest produce of the season. Once the purchases are made, we'll return to the store to prepare a delicious seasonal lunch with just-picked freshness. Chef Paul Lindemuth presents Field Trip: Fresh from the Farmer's Market (V) (Trip to Farmer's Market from Noon - 1 pm;...

Have you ever wondered what makes a Sonoma Chardonnay different from French Chardonnay? It’s the question everyone should ask themselves when asking for a glass of wine. Wine isn’t just about the grape, it’s about the terroir (soil, place, climate, people). Join our weekly class as we round up the grapes of the world in a virtual tasting. Not...