Lincoln Square Classes Chicago, IL

Knife Skills is our most popular class! This hands-on chopping session will have you mincing, slicing, and dicing vegetables and herbs like a pro. Knife care, sharpening and honing, and selection and manufacturing are also covered by our chef.

Enjoying a staycation this spring break? No worries! Let your palate lead you to the culturally diverse and mouth-watering cuisine of the Florida Keys.   Menu: Hearts of Palm, Fresh Crab and Avocado Salad with Lime Dressing  Grilled Mahi Mahi with Black Bean-Tomato Salsa and Chipotle Mayo   Arroz Verde (Fresh Herb and Scallion Rice) ...

Enjoy a hands-on vegetarian feast inspired by the bold, fresh and zippy flavors of the Mediterranean. Menu: Roasted Red Pepper Hummus with Homemade Pita Chips Falafel-Quinoa Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce Roasted Carrot and Fennel Salad with Feta and Harissa Vinaigrette Orange-Saffron Panna Cotta  Skills covered in class:  Getting...

For centuries, the vineyards of France triumphed over plague, piracy and ground war to produce the world’s most desired wines.  Today - despite sagging sales - the wines, wine law and wine growing philosophy of France remain standards to which all other countries compare.  Join us to taste five prominent styles and explore...

Have fun cooking an assortment of authentic, Spanish small plates in this hands-on class.  Menu:  Tortilla de Patatas (Spanish Omelet) with Aioli  Almond-Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Dates Beef Picadillo Empanadas  Steamed Mussels with Spanish Chorizo and Tomatoes Skills covered in class: Getting familiar with Spanish ingredients...

Kick off spring break with a fun and seasonal baking class! Kids, ages 7-11, are invited to join us for a hands-on class learning an arsenal of baking and pastry techniques while expanding their culinary knowledge. Menu:  Individual Strawberry Crostata  Carrot Cake Whoopie Pies with Cream Cheese Filling  Mini Lemon-Raspberry Swirl...

Mamma Mia! In this hands-on class, you’ll master the art of creating authentic Neapolitan pizzas.   Menu: Arugula Salad with Chickpeas, Cucumbers and Parmesan with Red Wine Vinaigrette  Margherita (Tomato Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella and Basil) Pizza Roasted Red Pepper and Artichoke Pizza with Goat Cheese Prosciutto and Arugula White Pizza...

Learn how to make your own sushi! Teens, ages 12-16, are invited to join us for a fun hands-on class where you get to eat what you make in class. Our chef will teach your teen all about the tools and ingredients needed to successfully make sushi, and with a little practice and our chef’s helpful hints, you’ll learn just how easy it really is to...

Be your own sushi master! With a little practice and our chef’s helpful hints, you will learn how easy it really is to make sushi in your own kitchen in this hands-on class. Menu: Maki Rolls Inside-Out Rolls Spicy Tuna Rolls Salmon and Eel Nigiri Skills covered in class: Preparing and seasoning sushi rice Purchasing and handling sushi-grade...

Food in small packages is a worldwide phenomenon! Kids, ages 7-11, are invited to join us for a hands-on class preparing and devouring delicious dumplings of all shapes, sizes and ethnicities. Menu: Black Beans and Cheese Empanadas   Spanakopita (Spinach and Feta Phyllo Triangles) Steamed Shrimp Pot Stickers with Soy Dipping Sauce Skills...

Bring the whole gang and join us for a hands-on family class! Transport yourself to sunny Spain and have fun preparing a feast inspired by Spanish cuisine and culture. This hands-on class is designed for children ages 6 and older to cook with their parents, families or guardians. Menu: Baked Goat Cheese with Tomato Sauce Bacon-Wrapped Dates...

Learning how to properly use and care for knives is an essential technique cooks of all ages should know. In this hands-on knife skills class designed for teens ages 12-16, our chef will teach the importance of knife care and safety, how to sharpen knives, and how to make chopping efficient, organized and fun. After completing this course, your teens...

Join us for a new and exciting culinary experience designed to jump start your culinary journey. Our experienced chef will teach you the fundamentals of how to confidently make better decisions in the kitchen, cook delicious meals by opening your taste buds, and explore the basic science and techniques all cooks should know. You'll spend time honing...

We have elevated the happy hour experience here at The Chopping Block! Join us as we taste three delicious, food-friendly wines that have been hand selected to complement our classes this evening.  Our interactive tasting includes a mini wine lesson featuring Advanced Sommelier Mary Ross, where you’ll learn about the wine’s characteristics,...

Why does the world love Paris? For the fashion? Mais oui. For the romance? Bien sur. And at The Chopping Block, we love Paris for the food! With our Chefs as your guide, you'll practice classic cooking techniques in this hands-on class to create your own elegant French meal. Menu: Mixed Green, Hazelnut and Goat Cheese Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette...