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Kids Indian Lentils Dishes

Arya Bhavan

Dal Fry (GF): popular Indian lentils dish  Utta Pam (GF): lentil and rice pancake with fresh vegetables and chutney  Arya Bhavan’s Urad Dal (GF): a black lentils dish

(10) All levels 3 - 9 years old
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Kids Indian Veggie Feast

Arya Bhavan

Vgetables are good for you and should be a big part of your diet. But how do you keep your vegetables dishes varied? This class is a good start. Learn how to make 3 tasty vegetable dishes that will satisfy your taste buds, your belly, and your health: Indo-Chinese Soup (GF): a hot & sour comfort dish  Indian Spinach & Eggplant Dish (GF): flavored with Indian spices   Tindora (GF): a popular Indian dish based on its name-sake...

(10) All levels 3 - 9 years old
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Indian Veggie Feast - I

Arya Bhavan @ 2508 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL

Yes, vegetables are good for you and should be a BIG part of your diet. But how do you keep your vegetables dishes varied? Our Veggie Feast classes are a good start!  Learn how to make 3 tasty vegetable dishes that will satisfy your taste buds, your belly, and your health: Indo-Chinese Soup: a hot & sour tasty treat to boost your immune system Indian Spinach & Eggplant Dish: flavored with Indian spices Tindora: a popular Indian dish...

(10) All levels 18 and older
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Indian Veggie Feast – II

Arya Bhavan @ 2508 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL

Menu: Indian Vegetable Drumsticks: an anti-bacterial and detoxifying vegetable cooked with chickpea flour; the moringa vegetable contains all the vitamins, minerals and 18 of the 20 amino acids the human body needs Indian Green Beans & Eggplant Dish: flavored with Indian spices Chinese Okra: a great source of essential nutrients like vitamin A, potassium, manganese and fiber Indian Veggie Feast I is NOT a requirement to take this class.

(10) All levels 18 and older
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Hands-On Brunch Al Fresco

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

Come enjoy an Italian-inspired brunch on our outdoor patio that surpasses all others in this demonstration class! Generous tasting portions of each dish will be served.  Menu: Prosciutto-Wrapped Grilled Asparagus with Toasted Pine Nut Gremolata Grilled Romaine Salad with Crispy Pancetta and Parmesan Grilled Breakfast Pizza with Ricotta, Spinach and Eggs  Wood Fired Berry Crisp with Amaretti Streusel ...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$93.50
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All American Hands-On Backyard BBQ

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square

Join us on our patio this holiday weekend for classic American fare in this hands-on class.   Menu: Lemony Grilled Shrimp Cocktail with Spicy Cocktail Sauce Slow Smoked Baby Back Ribs Red Potato Salad with Dill and Mustard Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chive-Lemon Butter Wood-Fired Seasonal Fruit Cobbler Skills covered in class: How to set up your grill Selecting and grilling shrimp Selecting potatoes Grilling ...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Fall Brunch Demo on the Patio

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

Sit back and relax on our outdoor patio as our chef shows you how to make a seasonal and mouth-watering brunch in this demonstration class. Generous tasting portions of each dish will be served. Menu: Grilled Brussels Sprout Salad with Apples and Almonds BBQ Baked Frittata with Spinach, Charred Onions and Aged Cheddar Grilled Apple and Fennel Breakfast Sausages Wood-Fired Apple-Cinnamon Swirl Bread Pudding Skills covered in class: How...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$275
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Hands-On Regional Street Tacos on the Patio

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

Discover the unique regional flavors of Mexico through a hands-on grilling class at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square. Explore the art of crafting mouth-watering tacos from northern, central, and coastal Mexico, using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques. Unleash your inner chef and elevate your taco game at this one-of-a-kind culinary experience.

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$161
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Hands-On Date Night: Gastropub

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

Indulge in an evening of culinary exploration with a focus on tantalizing gastropub fare. Elevate your date night experience as you delve into the art of creating gourmet dishes in a hands-on setting. Unleash your inner foodie and savor the delicious results of your culinary endeavors.

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$155.25
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The Kitchen Decoded: Cooking with Tools Successfully

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

Cooking can be intimidating, but with the right equipment and a few great recipes, it doesn't have to be. The Kitchen Decoded by Logan Levant and Hilary Hattenbach, is the first cookbook organized by kitchen tools. Designed to arm every would-be cook with an arsenal of time-tested equipment and foolproof dishes, The Kitchen Decoded is packed with meals guaranteed to impress guests and loved ones. Logan, of the famous Buttercake Bakery in Los Angeles,...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Cooking Demo on the Patio: Cedar-Planked Salmon

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ *Online Classroom

Join us on our outdoor patio for a virtual cooking class with Chopping Block Chef Hans Mooser. Hans will teach you how to cook seafood using a cedar plank via a Zoom demonstration. Grilling classes will be held on our outdoor patio, but we may need to move inside if the weather is uncooperative. Menu: Cedar Planked Salmon with Miso Butter Grilled Sesame Broccoli Skills covered in class: Selecting and grilling fish Using a cedar plank...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Cooking Demo: Lemon-Ricotta Cheesecake

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ *Online Classroom

Join us for a virtual cooking class with The Chopping Block's Owner/Chef Shelley Young. Shelley will teach you how to make an Italian favorite via a Zoom demonstration. Menu: Lemon-Ricotta Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce Skills covered in class: Making and mixing batter Using ricotta in dessert Using cornstarch as a thickener Our Virtual Cooking Demonstrations, via Zoom, are a fun opportunity to watch your chef in action. During class,...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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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...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Vegan BBQ on the Grill

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

Think grilling, smoking, and barbecuing are only for carnivores? Think again! With a few tips and tricks in this demonstration class, we'll show you everything you need for an incredible outdoor meal that is sure to impress even your non-vegan friends! Generous tasting portions of each dish will be served.  Menu: Charred Southwestern Salsa with Tortilla Chips BBQ Smoked Seitan "Brisket" Sandwiches with ...

(262) 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....

(262) All levels 18 and older
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Romantic Valentine's Dinner

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

Treat yourselves to a lavish meal complete with cooking lesson! A complimentary glass of bubbly is included. Menu: Pumpkin Fennel Soup with Avocado Cream and Candied Pepitas Seared Scallops with Brussels Sprouts, Chorizo and Chipotle Aioli Whole Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Ancho-Spiced Mole and Roasted Poblano Risotto Chocolate Kahlua Mousse 1-week cancellation policy. Price is per person.

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$125
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Date Night: Italian Steakhouse

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

Spend an evening preparing a scrumptious Italian feast based on fresh produce, fresh seasonings, fine meats and seafood. To make your meal complete, your Chef is happy to recommend an Italian white, red or sparkling wine from The Chopping Block's cellar. That's amore!  Menu Includes: Shrimp Diavolo (Sautéed Shrimp in Spicy Tomato Sauce) with Garlic Bread Bistecca Toscana (Red Wine Marinated Ribeye Steaks) with Fresh Herb Sauce Rosemary...

(262) All levels 21 and older
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$100
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Cook the Book: Ottolenghi Simple

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

Join us for our new series, Cook the Book, where you will learn how to prepare recipes from a different cookbook each month in our very own kitchen. These classes will give you the opportunity to dive into the cuisines, flavors, methods and techniques of well-known cookbooks, both locally and nationally, that are dear to our hearts and inspire our culinary point of views. This month we are featuring Ottolenghi Simple: A Cookbook.  In Ottolenghi...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$100
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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...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$115
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Couples Cooking: Bayou Bash

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

Let the good times roll as you explore the vibrant flavors of The Big Easy and bayou beyond! Menu: Fried Oyster Po Boys with Remoulade Muffuletta Salad with Olives, Pepper, Salami and Provolone Crawfish and Andouille Sausage Etouffee with Steamed Rice Bananas Foster Bread Pudding with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Cajun and Creole ingredients Working with spices Deep frying Balancing flavors ...

(262) All levels 18 and older
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$110
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