Oct 8th
12am–11:55pm EDT
Cheese Making Classes
Chicago
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Unfortunately, no classes in-person in Chicago have spots left, but 2 classes live online are available.
Virtual Italian Cheese Making (Materials Included)
CourseHorse Experiences @ Zoom Conference
Make some of the richest and creamiest cheeses you'll ever taste. Capture the simplicity and delicacy of fresh Italian-style cheese by making it the way it's supposed to be done. At home in a kitchen no bigger than your own. Includes equipment and ingredients to make mozzarella, burrata, ricotta, and mascarpone. All you need is milk. What's Included: A private, interactive workshop led by a professional chef and instructor Kit includes: ...
Sunday Oct 8th, 12am–11:55pm Eastern Time
Virtual Cook Along: Pizza and Calzone Workshop
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ Virtual Classroom
Yes! You can make pizza and calzones from scratch! Learn a new skill in the comfort of your own home as our chef instructor virtually guides you through the ins and outs of making yeast dough from scratch, how to shape pizza and calzones, and bake on a pizza stone for an extra crispy crust. We’ll teach you the step-by-step process of how to make an impressive Italian feast in this intensely interactive 2-hour virtual workshop. Need...
Sunday Oct 15th, 11am–1pm Central Time
Homemade Cheesemaking
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60625
Yes, you can make fresh cheeses at home! In this class, you'll unlock the how-tos of fresh fromage. We'll also show you some different ways to incorporate cheese into your cooking- from appetizers to desserts! Menu: Fresh Mozzarella and Artichoke Salad with Basil Vinaigrette Paneer and Vegetable Stir Fry Homemade Yogurt Based Cucumber and Radish Tzatiki with Spicy Pita Chips Ricotta and Chocolate-Filled Cannoli. Skills Covered...
$60
Intermediate Cheese Making – Camembert and Feta
The Resiliency Institute @ 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL 60565
If you have taken Cheesemaking Basics or have made a few cheeses at home already, this is the class for you. We will be making camembert and feta. The skills learned in this class can be applied to aged cheeses and can be used to make other mold-ripened cheeses, such as brie or St. Maure. We’ll take you through the process from ripening the milk to pressing and draining. We’ll also talk about the aging process and what to do if you don’t have...
$75
Intro to Home Cheese Making
The Resiliency Institute @ 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL 60565
Join veteran cheese maker (close to two decades of experience) and whole food cook Linda Conroy and find out how simple it is to make cheese in your own kitchen. Explore this lost art and learn to make cultured butter, feta cheese, kefir, mozzarella and several varieties of soft cheese. After learning to make kefir, we will transform this fermented milk beverage into soft spreadable cheese and a soft condiment that can be used in place of sour...
$75
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Demonstration Cooking: Cheese Making
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL 60022
Goat milk cheese is delicious, inexpensive to make, and easy. Learn an overview of simple cheeses (chevre, fromage blanc, feta), equipment, and the supplies needed to get started in your own kitchen. Each student will take home a container of farmstead goat cheese from the creamery at Gretta’s Goats.
$85
More Cheese Making: Cheddar & Gouda
The Resiliency Institute @ 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL 60565
Join Home Cheese Maker Linda Conroy as we focus on 2 styles of cheese (Cheddar & Gouda) that you can easily make at home. Participants will be guided through the process of making each cheese, with a focus on details. From curd to press, you will be inspired to go home and try these yourself. Making a “home” cheese cave will be discussed and participants will leave with recipes, cultures and bottle of rennet to get them started. Samples...
$75
Cheese Making 101: Soft Cheeses
The Resiliency Institute @ 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL 60565
Join homesteading expert and author Deborah Niemann to learn how simple it is to make cheese in your own kitchen. Explore this lost art and learn to make mozzarella, queso blanco, and ricotta. You will also learn how to make yogurt, buttermilk and chevre. We’ll talk about the difference between milk from cows, goats, and sheep, as well as the history of dairy in this country. The basics of hard cheeses will be introduced. Students can build...
$35
Let’s Make Soft & Aged Cheeses
The Resiliency Institute @ 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL 60565
During this hands-on workshop you will make and sample Chèvre, fresh mozzarella, brie/camembert, butter and buttermilk. As we make our cheeses we will discuss different kinds of milk, pasteurization, homogenization and food sanitation. Our cheese will be vegetarian friendly with the use of vegetarian rennet. Participants will take home an array of cheese, samples and recipes, PLUS a homemade aging box to age their cheese! This is a 2-day...
$125
2 sessions
Fondue
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60625
Who doesn't love fondue? We'll show you how to make cheese and chocolate fondue perfect for casual holiday entertaining!
$25
Yogurt Making Workshop
Mary's Wholesome Living @ 2N308 Brundige Rd, Elburn, IL 60119
Learn to make yogurt, yogurt cheese balls and frozen yogurt. You’ll get to take a yogurt starter home with you.
$35
Flavors of the Mediterranean
Green Spirit @ 7551 N Ridge Blvd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60645
Middle Eastern restaurants are always a hit, and with good reason – aromatic herbs, warming spices, and pungent flavors such as olives and feta cheese make this cuisine both exotic and comforting. Now you can enjoy all your favorites, even hummus and falafel, in the raw! You will learn: How to make no-bean hummus that tastes just like the traditional version. How to use a dehydrator to make savory falafel patties – no frying needed. How...
$55
Hands-On Irresistible Hors d' Oeuvres
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60625
Jazz up your holiday parties with these impressive finger foods while learning all about presentation techniques so your food looks as good as it tastes in this hands-on class! Menu: Puff Pastry Tart with Sautéed Onions, Bacon and Ricotta Italian Sausage and Goat Cheese-Stuffed Mushrooms Roasted Garlic and Cheddar Gougères Shrimp Fritters with Tarragon Aioli Skills covered in class: Working with puff pastry ...
$143.75
Spring Veggies 101
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60625
Join us to create a seasonal menu that's blossoming with fresh ideas for fresh spring veggies. Vegetarian-friendly menu: Crostini with Radishes, Goat Cheese and Pea Shoots Spring Green Salad with Artichokes, Asparagus and Walnut Vinaigrette Whole-Wheat Ravioli with Homemade Ricotta Filling and Arugula Pesto Skills Covered in Class Include: Getting Familiar with Spring Produce Cleaning Artichokes Preparing Vinaigrette Balancing Flavors...
$80
Charcuterie Board From Scratch
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60625
Learn how to prepare all of the key components, including bread and cheese from scratch, to create a well-balanced meat and cheese platter in this interactive demonstration, hands-on class. We'll spend time on plating and presentation techniques in order to turn your meat and cheese board into a beautiful landscape. In addition to the menu, we'll provide two additional cured meats, a hard cheese, a soft cheese, olives and mustard to make...
$99
