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Best 5 Italian Cooking classes in Chicago

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Our top 3 picks

Italian cooking is something that a lot of people are scared off and never try for themselves beyond attempting spaghetti and meatballs and the odd lasagna or maybe even a tiramisu but there is so much more to the cuisine than that. These Italian cooking classes in Chicago will show the often unseen side of Italian food as you learn to make different regional and traditional dishes that tastes like they came straight from Italy.

These Italian cooking classes in Chicago will teach you all the skills that you will need to start making Italian cuisine in your own kitchen and you will learn to appreciate some of the best ingredients such as extra virgin olive oil, fresh local produce, and of course, Parmigiano Reggiano just like they do in Italy!

1Top choice

Tutore Cooking School - Cicchetti Making Class

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  • US$143.75price
  • 2 hoursduration

Cicchetti is otherwise known as Italian finger food and this class will teach how to make a variety of them as well as which wines and aperitifs pair best with cicchetti.

You will learn a basic pie dough recipe, basic knife skills, simple pan frying, and of course different finger foods such as zucchini fritters with herbed goat cheese, summer vegetable tartaleta, mozzarella in carozza, and more.

One of these classes is perfect for a beginner cook as you will also be taught skills such as how to balance flavors, party planning, and the best way to pair wine with your food.

Price
US$143.75
Duration
2 hours
Address
2755 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60618, United States
What to bring
A friend and an appetite!
2Top choice

Bettie's Chicago - Summer Ravioli making class

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  • US$135price
  • 3 hoursduration
  • Max 10group size

Come and join this Italian cooking class and learn how to make a delicious handmade ravioli with seasonal veggies and handmade pasta!

You and your partner will work together and create your fresh pasta dough, roll it out, and fill your dough with a lovely cheese and herb mixture. You will also choose which veggies to add, cook everything to perfection and enjoy it with a lovely, bright tomato sauce.

This is perfect for a date night or someone looking for an introductory course to pasta making as you will learn the basics and of course, eat everything afterward!

Price
US$135
Duration
3 hours
Address
853 N Larrabee Street Chicago, IL 60625 United States
Max guests
10
What to bring
Yourself and a partner!
BYOB
3Top choice

Eataly - Hands-On Cooking Classes

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  • US$99price
  • 2 hoursduration

One of the greatest meals in Italian cuisine has to be gnocchi in any and all of its forms and if you agree, these cooking courses from Eataly will set you on the right path.

You will receive a demonstration from the chef and then get the chance to make some gnocchi for yourself. You will mix, roll and shape your own dough and then enjoy your dish with a delicious seasonal sauce.

These are great beginner classes s be sure to take a look at their other Italian cooking classes for more Italian meals to master.

Price
US$99
Duration
2 hours
Address
43 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
What to bring
A smile and an appetite!
One beverage is included
4

Tortello - Private Pasta Classes

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  • US$545price
  • Not specifiedduration
  • Max 5group size

You will feel right at home in this one of these Italian cooking classes as you are taught how to prepare delicious pasta and enjoy some wine in the process.

You will create your own volcano of dough and then learn how to shape your dough into 4 different shapes which you will then take home with you. You will also enjoy a family-style meal cooked by their talented chefs that may consist of tortelli di burrata and chiusoni alla gallurese, along with some seasonal vegetables and desserts.

You will receive a glass of prosecco upon arrival as well as a bottle of house wine for the group to enjoy together.

Price
US$545
Duration
Not specified
Address
1746 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
Max guests
5
What to bring
Yourself and some friends!
Beverages are included
5

The Chopping Block - Italian Cooking Classes in Chicago

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  • US$125price
  • 2.5 hoursduration
  • Max 5group size

Come and join the chefs at the chopping block as they teach you how to make delicious pasta and silky smooth sauces.

These Italian cooking classes will teach you how to make several different types of dough, how to use a pasta roller, and how to create rustic shapes. You will pair these with lovely sauces and even attempt some filled pasta.

These classes will also teach you how to store your pasta, how to balance Italian flavors, the difference between the flours and by the end you will feel like an Italian master chef!

If you can't get enough of these cooking classes and want to continue to cook Italian elsewhere, don't miss these Italian cooking classes in New York for even more fun and more flavour directly from Italy.

Disclaimer: Note that the food images displayed on this website are for illustrative purposes only. They are not indicative of the actual dishes or presentations you should expect during the classes. We strive to provide the best culinary experience, but the appearance of dishes may vary. Always refer to class descriptions and details for accurate information on what to expect.

Price
US$125
Duration
2.5 hours
Address
4747 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA
Max guests
5
What to bring
An appetite and a smile!

Compare at a glance

#ClassPriceDurationGroupBook
1Tutore Cooking SchoolTop choiceUS$143.752 hours-Check
2Bettie's ChicagoTop choiceUS$1353 hoursMax 10Check
3EatalyTop choiceUS$992 hours-Check
4TortelloUS$545Not specifiedMax 5Check
5The Chopping BlockUS$1252.5 hoursMax 5Check

How we chose these

This page ranks 5 classes in Chicago. Every entry was compiled from the page where that class is booked, and the details under each one were read off that page rather than from a press release or a directory summary.

Prices on this page run from $99 to $545. Sessions run from 2 hours to 3 hours. Those were the figures published when this page was last checked; they change, so confirm on the provider's page before booking.

For every entry we recorded the price for all 5, how long it runs for 4 of 5, the maximum group size for 3 and the address for 5. Where a field is missing below, the provider does not publish it, and we have left it blank rather than guessing.

The order reflects our judgement of how much of the session is genuinely hands-on rather than a demonstration, what you cook, and whether you eat it afterwards, how many people are in the room and what the price includes once wine, a market trip or a meal is counted, as far as each provider describes them. Where two were hard to separate, the one that is clearer about what you actually get went higher.

How to use this page. Treat it as a shortlist to compare, not a substitute for the provider's own page. Dates, menus and prices change at short notice, so confirm what is running, in which language, and what the price includes before you pay. We earn a commission on some bookings made through these links. That never changes the order: the ranking is set before any link is added, and no provider can pay for a place on this page.

  • Pasta Making
  • italian cooking
  • italian food
  • pizza making
  • pasta
  • Chicago
  • Pizza
  • Hands-on cooking classes