Chicago Cooking Classes

Tamale Making

Cooking Fools — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:00:00 +0000

Travel south of the border and learn how to prepare traditional tamale masa (dough), make both chicken and vegetarian fillings, and fill a dozen tamales exactly how you like them. Once the tamales are in the steamer, you will prepare three styles of salsas that will quickly find their way into your kitchen repertoire. You will also learn the secret to making the perfect Mexican style rice and the class will be rounded out with a crisp green salad alongside a cilantro citrus vinaigrette. Grab a Tecate with lime - on special for $2.00 during the class - and get ready for one tasty dinner. You will make plenty of tamales to take home and enjoy after the class as well. Wine, beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase before the class from our retail store. Bar set up will be provided.

Tamale Class Registration

Friday, March 2, 2012; 6:30 - 9:00 PM - SOLD OUT

Friday, March 16, 2012; 6:30 - 9:00 PM - SOLD OUT

Friday, March 30, 2012; 6:30 - 9:00 PM - SOLD OUT

Friday, April 6, 2012; 6:30 - 9:00 PM

$75.00 per person

Chicken Breast Basics

Cooking Fools — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 19:00:00 +0000

The boneless skinless chicken breast has long been a healthy, low fat staple in every home kitchen. It’s also been the foundation of too many lackluster home-cooked meals. Learn how to create new and different favorites from this convenient, economical recipe ready cut. Wine, beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase before the class from our retail store. Bar set up will be provided.

Tuesday, February 28, 2012; 6:30 - 9:00 PM

$75.00 per person

Cocktail Mixology: The Magical Botanical Mixology Tour – Gin Cocktails

Cooking Fools — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:48:00 +0000

The magical botanical mixology tour is waiting to take you away to a world filled with botanicals, English Gin and Beatles music! Join resident Mixologist Angie Jackson and Lynn House, Chief Mixologist for Blackbird Restaurant, for an afternoon filled with gin-based cocktails that are all inspired by Beatles songs. You will sample these cocktails and take home the recipes, all while enjoying an afternoon filled with friends, food, music and the story behind why Angie and Lynn chose to create these cocktails inspired by Beatles songs. The cocktails include Strawberry Fields Forever, Blackbird, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Lady Madonna and Get Back.

Sunday, February 19, 2012; 3:00 – 5:30 PM

$50.00 per person

Low and Slow: Secrets of Braising

Cooking Fools — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:00:00 +0000

Learn how to prepare succulent, melt in your mouth meat and poultry dishes that have become the foundation of comfort foods in so many cultures. This class starts with a discussion of the food science behind the perfect braise, followed by a totally hands on class braising four types of meats. We’ll conclude with a family style meal of Lamb Tacos, Chinese Red Cooked Chicken, Pork Shoulder Sandwiches and Mom’s Pot Roast Spaghetti. Also, everyone in the class will get a couple of items that they can take home to braise in their own kitchens.Wine, beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase before the class from our retail store. Bar set up will be provided. Call us, sign up and discover why this isn’t your average cooking class.

Wednesday, February 15, 2012; 6:30 – 9:00 PM

$80.00 per person

Sushi For Lovers

Cooking Fools — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:20:00 +0000

An evening with fresh, raw fish can be more romantic and fun than you think. Come join us and learn the basics of hand made sushi and enjoy an intimate candlelit meal. In the first part of this event you will receive hands-on instruction for both sushi maki and nigiri sushi, before putting your newly acquired skills to use and creating a delicious spread of sushi to enjoy with your partner. After the cooking session, you will sit down to a delicious dinner, featuring the fruits of your labor and some special treats prepared by your instructors. This class makes a perfect gift you both can enjoy. The class also includes an open bar of wine and Japanese beer.

Tuesday February 14, 2012; 6:30 – 9:30 PM

$195.00 per couple

Basic Pasta Making Techniques

Cooking Fools — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:59:00 +0000

Ever wonder how good restaurants have such delicious, light pasta? The secret is fresh made! Roll up your sleeves and come join us for a hands-on class where we’ll teach you how to make homemade pasta from scratch paired with quick, tasty sauces. Enjoy a casual dinner after the cooking instruction featuring the fruits of your newly acquired skills. This is one of our most popular classes and is perfect for a night out with friends and a great place to meet new ones. Wine, beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase before the class from our retail store. Bar set up will be provided.

Groupon Class Registration

For non-Groupon customers, please call 773.276.9377 to sign up for a Pasta Class.

Monday, February 13, 2012; 6:30 - 9:00 PM - SOLD OUT

Saturday, February 18, 2012; 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM - SOLD OUT

Saturday, February 18, 2012; 3:30 - 6:00 PM - SOLD OUT

Friday, February 24, 2012; 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM - SOLD OUT

Saturday, February 25, 2012; 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM - SOLD OUT

Saturday, February 25, 2012; 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM - SOLD OUT

Monday, March 5, 2012; 6:30 - 9:00 PM - SOLD OUT

Tuesday, March 6, 2012; 6:30 - 9:00 PM

Friday, March 9, 2012; 6:30 - 9:00 PM

Saturday, March 31, 2012; 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

**More dates will be added as classes fill**

$80.00 per person