Took a wonderful class on paella making and it was amazing. The chefs that taught us were so patient super helpful and fun! Great date night or just with friends

The Chopping Block has always provided an amazing culinary experience, and the Macaron Class with Erin was no exception! The ease of instruction, obvious preparedness, details for safety, and being able to do all that in a professional and extraordinarily fun atmosphere seems impossible...but Chef Erin and, her able assistant Carla, pulled it off without a hitch!! I look forward to taking more classes very soon!

Chef Max is awesome and lends a lot of personal insights to the course. This was my second virtual one and I thoroughly enjoy the formal and the ability to interact with the chef and facilitator. Keep it up. I will definitely be back and by the way the cioppino was delish!

We had received a gift card from our daughter and son-in-law for the Chopping Block, as they had previously attended a cooking event and greatly enjoyed it. The event my husband and I attended was for an outdoor grilling demonstration. Max was our chef, and he was informative, intuitive and an obvious master at the grill. After the demonstration, we enjoyed the fruits of his labor. Our meal consisted of a steak served with roasted fingerling potatoes, green beans and a peach/blueberry crumble for dessert. My husband is an avid grillmaster, yet we still learned so much about utensils, ingredients, wine pairing and more. What a great time we had, and the food was just marvelous. I highly recommend this crew for a delightful evening out. Everyone was helpful, attentive and ready to assist. Great customer service and a delicious meal in the end.

I just completed the week-long Culinary Boot Camp 1 & it was great! Im a pretty good home cook & learned many new skills, recipes & insider tips from culinary professionals. Even tho it was a group class, there was so much guidance from Chefs that it felt like a private lesson. The Chopping Blocks team was totally supportive & encouraging. Dont worry about grocery shopping for home; theres plenty to eat during class & plenty of dishes to take home. I recommend it for home cooks of all skill levels!

Amazing experience with Drake and Eric at the Chopping Block in Lincoln Park! We celebrated my sisters birthday and happened to be the only attendants so it was like a private class. Drake was very knowledgeable and personable. Eric was super helpful and knowledgeable as well. What a wonderful experience! This was my second time at the Chopping Block and it did not disappoint :)

I loved the virtual Sushi Demonstration workshop. Chef Lisa and Andrea kept those of us viewing virtually totally involved. I was hesitant to take a virtual class, however I thoroughly enjoyed it and I highly recommend a virtual class.

We took a knife skills class there and loved it! Our chef instructor and everyone there was so knowledgeable and helpful!

The class was fun and informative. I would have liked the option to take the leftover food home as it was likely going into the trash. Felt a little rushed at the end.

I’ve had two classes with Chef Lisa and she’s wonderful! She makes techniques accessible so they’re less intimidating and she’s so patient and welcoming. I’ve learned skills I will use again and I’ll definitely take more classes. Highly recommended for fun and to learn something new!

I had an absolutely amazing time! I’ll definitely be back for another class.

I took the Virtual Knife Skills class Wednesday night. I was given new, very nice sharp knives for Christmas, with the suggestion that I should take the knife skills class from The Chopping Block. Funny aside, we gave our son-in-law this in-person class 10 years ago, when they had first moved to Chicago. He liked it so much, he gave it to our daughter. I have been impressed with their ease in the kitchen and use of knives, but had no idea what I was missing by NOT knowing how to use the various knives effectively and safely. The chef was so kind, offering tips as she watched me attempt to do what she had demonstrated to us. She answered all of our questions with grace, never making me feel like I should know the answers or have had more experience than this. I enjoyed learning and then using the knew skills so much, I look forward to taking other classes, both virtually and in -person when I visit our family in Chicago. Thank you so much! I highly recommend this class! Donna Moores

So much fun! Staff taught us some great new cooking and chopping tips, we met some really great new people and cooked an amazing meal! Staff were excellent. They allowed us to have a couple drinks while we cooked and kept us right on track!

Chopping Blocks delicious Apple Pie baked in a cast-iron pan (that you keep) is a must-have for holiday dessert! I look forward to this pie each year!

My son and I attended the DIY Steakhouse class and absolutely loved it! We learned a lot from our very knowledgeable and enthusiastic chef and really enjoyed the hands-on experience. Sitting down with our whole class at the end of the evening to enjoy our dishes was the perfect ending. We were completely stuffed and definitely plan to come back!

Loved Loved the virtual donut class yesterday! Lisa was an excellent and patient chef demonstrating and narrating every step of the way and Kate made sure every question was answered and interacted with the group. It was very comfortable to ask any question about the process. And.... my donuts came out great!! I am so thrilled now feeling comfortable frying donuts and making fillings! I can make caramel and jam fillings! Thank you!

I took the macaron cooking class yesterday and had a great time. Many of us in the class had made macarons before, without success but we all succeeded in making beautiful macarons to take home with us. Our chef was so knowledgeable about every aspect of the the technique and everything was so well organized that we were able to produce 3 different batches of macarons in just 3 hours time. Worth every penny and the drive from Milwaukee!

Ive taken 2 classes. Both were fun, full of helpful tips and had great menus. I made the foods we learned about -- once while the class was going on and once the day after. My husband and I were very happy with the results! I plan to take more classes and give as gifts.

Their classes are GREAT! They are perfectly paced, and I always so many great techniques - far more than just cooking from a recipe. They have really helped me to feel much more comfortable cooking, and the food tastes great! The whole family is loving the meals...and the leftovers!

My wife and I had an exceptional experience in the Cacio e Pepe virtual class! Chef/Owner Shelley Young, who taught the class, was engaging and informative and friendly. She moved things along at a nice, leisurely pace. We were able to keep up just fine. (We bought the cook-along option.) The food was delicious! We are already planning to have the pasta and the salad again in the near future. (The dessert, a ricotta fritter, was heavenly but we try not to eat too much fried food. Wed make it again; perhaps for a special occasion.) At any rate, we very much recommend The Chopping Block! Weve also had very positive experiences (pre-pandemic) with their in-person classes. You cant go wrong here!

I just took the virtual Chicken Pot Pie class with Lisa and it was great! We live in southern Indiana and have nothing in our area that offer the classes that the Chopping Block has been offering. This is my second class this week and both have been great. It was very detailed, easily explained and the cooking skills Lisa used were very user friendly! I am 59 years old so Ive been cooking a long lifetime and I learned so much just from this hour long class. It was such fun to sit with a cup of coffee and take a class from the comfort of my home. I just wish I lived closer so I could shop there! The class offered tips and ample time for questions. I will certainly be signing up for more!

I really enjoyed taking the Flavor Dynamics zoom class over the weekend. I actually live in Alberta Canada and have tried several times to participate in local online classes but they are not marketed well so dont run. This was a fun and informative interactive class and I learned a ton. Had fun cooking this weekend putting some of my new found knowledge to work. Thank you, I will definitely sign up for more classes!

We’ve taken a few classes with Mary Ross and can not send enough praise. She is knowledgeable engaging and so much fun to taste new wines with. This has been such a fun event to look forward to while we’re at home. We feel like we’ve learned so much from her already. Thank you, Mary!!

Knowledgeable teachers, good presentation, quality food.

I took the virtual knife skills class and learned a lot. Definitely worth the price and time!

Loved the grilling pizzas class!! Hans was great chef/instructor and Mike was a great assistant. Learned a lot and loved the sampling! The back patio kitchen was perfect for spacing out during the class. Also like the mimosas!Positive experience!!

Throughly enjoyed cooking with Max...down to earth and personable.

We love the fortified wines virtual tasting. Mary was a fantastic guide - knowledgeable and enthusiastic. My husband and I had a blast!

Wonderful time the Chefs are fantastic great wine and you are cooking your own meal with the finest Chefs assisting you.. The Chopping Block

Virtual knife skills class was super! Visuals, pacing, and feedback as we participated from our home kitchens was better than I imagined. We attended with family from across the country, and it was a fun activity for this far-from-normal holiday season. Thank you.

Ive done a bunch of their virtual classes over the past year and have learned so much. I am so grateful that they have figured out a way to keep teaching and getting me excited about being in the kitchen! I am looking forward to getting back into the store to cook in person.

My son and I did the grilling boot camp yesterday and had a great time. Chef Lisa was great and taught us so much about grilling. Because the group was small, we were able to ask tons of questions about all aspects of cooking, including translating to cooking indoors.All the dishes we made were so good and we brought home so many leftovers that my wife and daughter were able to taste everything too.Will be making many of these dishes at home for years to come.

My partner and I did the Virtual Date Night: Paella Party and it was phenomenal! Not only was the paella we made delicious, but the class was very well done and we both learned a lot. The moderator and the chef were both very helpful and knowledgeable. I was also very impressed by the set up they had for the virtual class: multiple camera angles for the cutting board vs. the stove vs. the chef and seamlessly switching between them all so we knew exactly what we were supposed to be doing at any given moment. We also really loved having the ability to keep social distancing in mind and participate from home. It was wonderful to be able to use our own tools and ingredients and we will definitely be making paella again!

So enjoyed the Chinese BBQ feast demo. Chef was informative, and made me less intimidated to try this on my own. My last attempt at Chinese BBQ did not go so well but am pretty confident this one will (recipe is much less complicated). Looking forward to taking more classes. I actually prefer to view as a demo. Trying to cook along can be a challenge at home depending on the pace and how many people are in the class.

We attended a cocktail class and had so much fun! The class was virtual so we were able to mix the drinks in the comfort of our home. The host was super knowledgeable and fun to listen to. I’m already looking for the next class to attend!

I just finished the 5-day Cooking Bootcamp 2 and it was a great experience. Four years ago I enrolled in Cooking Bootcamp 1 and started to learn how to cook (it only took me 44 years to get started). It was a great experience and I learned a lot. After that original bootcamp, I felt comfortable trying to cook most recipes. Bootcamp 2 introduced me to some new areas of cooking (e.g., pasta and baking) and helped to inspire me to continue exploring the wide world of cooking.I am a big fan of the Chopping Blocks classes and I highly recommend anyone considering ways to improve their cooking knowledge to take a class. The bootcamp classes are hands on, so you make every dish, under the guidance of an actual chef. All of my questions were answered, and recipes were explained so that I understood why we did certain steps, not just how to do them.I highly recommend you give them try.

I was a little worried when our hands on indoor class became a demonstration outdoor class, but we had so much fun. It was delicious, we learned a lot and we definitely laughed a lot. Chef Lisa was great! Best chicken and waffles I have ever eaten and I am pretty sure I will be able to replicate. VERY COMFORTABLE with the social distancing, cleanliness and general Covid safety. Thank you for providing a safe and amazing Saturday experience for us!

The virtual cooking classes are a must do!Honestly these virtual cooking classes have saved us in Covid. They are intense and you’ll want to prep in advance but the classes are fun, you learn a lot, meet new people- virtually, and the food is outstanding.

I never cooked these dishes before - turned out great!

I took the virtual Turkey Roulade and Sides class. The camera angles were perfect so we could see what the chef was doing. The chef gave us a number of tips that Ill use again. I took the class specifically to see her make the Turkey Roulade and I wasnt disappointed. She showed step by step how its done. Now I have confidence that I can do it too. Thanks! Id take another virtual class because of my experience in this one.

Weve taken two virtual classes, as well as many in person classes in the past. We have always had great experiences and learned many different things! Highly recommend the Chopping Block!

The virtual cook along class on Profiteroles and Cream Puffs on Saturday was great. Chef Lisa was amazing. Class was well organized and hosted in a fun, friendly manner. Easy to follow instructions and great interactions and feedback from Chef Lisa. I have previously taken an in person class with Chef Lisa And this is the next best thing! I am looking forward to seeing what other virtual cook along classes The Chopping Block and Chef Lisa will be offering.

Such a great experience at The Chopping Block! From our enthusiastic chef JC to our server Hans, we couldnt ask for more. The food was top notch with easy to follow recipes. We will definitely be back.

Last Saturday, my husband and I went to the German Fest demonstration with Chef Hans and Michael assisting. A great evening on the patio to be outside warmed by the heaters and delicious German food prepared by Chef Hans. Everything was delicious and glad to have the recipes to make at home. Thank you Chef Hans and Michael.

We had another great class at the Chopping Block. Lisa and JC were terrific. The food and recipes were terrific. And the class had great energy, especially for a demonstration class. Highly recommend.

I love The Chopping Block. Ive been taking classes since I move to Chicago in 1996 at their 1st location in Lincoln Park. Ive done single classes, cooking demos, and hands on classes. And I have enough my friends to do so as well. I bought their apple pie for Thanksgiving, can wait to dive into it.

We loved the Virtual Celebration of Champagne and Bubbles Tasting yesterday on New Year’s Eve and will definitely sign up for another wine tasting class:)

Best experience every.

We did the cooking demo that also contributed to a non-profit. The class was a great way to raise money and learn something new. The demo was helpful and the food turned out delicious!

I’ve taken many in person classes at TCB but took my first virtual class, the Apple pie demo. Learned a lot of tips and the hour length was perfect so you didn’t get zoom fatigue. Think our pie turned out pretty good too!

This is a review of the virtual cooking classes, which I felt were a very fun experience from start to finish. The instructor was friendly and helpful, as well as professional, and did a great job leading the class and answering questions. Would definitely do it again!

The virtual class was so much fun! Can’t wait to return in person

I bought my fiancé the Touch of Seoul cooking class for Christmas. We had a great time! The instructors, Julia and Mike, were very friendly and knowledgeable. Class size was good for learning. Recipes were easy to follow and delicious. We will definitely be taking another class!

I really enjoyed watching chef Sara because I am the type of learner that needs to visually see to create something. Just reading a recipe does not work for me.Sara and the other person, that was reading the questions of other participants, did well too.Also, options were given if some of the ingredients were not good for any one of the students.My husband and I really wanted part of the finished chicken. The only thing that a class in the real offers that is different, but I totally get the virtual in these strange times.I would be very interested in doing this again.Thank you

Went to the Sushi making class with my husband and we had a blast. Mario and Liz were fantastic instructors and there were lots of laughs and great information. We made so much sushi, we had to take some home. At first I thought it was a pricey date night, but i definitely see the value, worth it for sure. Will definitely take another class here.

We did this as a family on Fathers day and had so much fun! The food turned out great. Definitely doing something like this again!

Loved Lisa and Sue at the Halibut demo!

I learned so much from Chef Shelley. She touched on all the basics of flavoring.Ive been practicing and experimenting since yesterday. Thank you for this opportunity to learn virtually.

Just went to a “wine and dine” class here and had a great time! Jenny and Jay were nice and attentive. Terry the chef was full of helpful tips and taught the class at the perfect pace. We were a group of 5 and they never seemed irritated with our many many questions. Thanks CB, I’ll be back for sure!

I had so much fun at the Knife Skills Class yesterday! Tara is an EXCELLENT teacher! She was fun, knowledgeable + encouraging. I thought chopping would be hard, but Tara had us chopping like pros in no time. Definitely coming back in the future for some cooking classes.

My boyfriend and I had a great time at the Caribbean Cruise class. Our chef was outstanding, the couple we were paired with was a lot of fun, and the food was terrific. My BF, who doesnt really cook, was initially concerned that he wouldnt be a good fit for the class, but he really enjoyed himself (even told the Uber driver it was fabulous). Definitely a fun date night for our weekend getaway to Chicago. 10/10 would do it again!

The French Pastry class exceeded all my expectations. We baked lovely delicious pastries with guidance from the beautiful chefs who were extremely personable and professional. I traveled a long way to take this class and it was worth every mile I traveled. This is a great hands-on class and I came home with many tips and secrets. I also fed every bellman in my hotel with the pastries and we are now friends forever.

My husband and I celebrated our 11th anniversary, at The Chopping Block. This was our first couples cooking class, which we both loved! Chef Erin, and all her helpers were AWESOME!! The atmosphere was very welcoming, along with the other couples. Fantastic experience... we definitely recommend 💗

I had so much fun at the Chopping Block in Lincoln Square! The instructor was so knowledgeable and still super fun and approachable. the food was out of this world good. The really fun part was I got to learn a technique I dont usually use in the kitchen. I would definitely suggest this as a girls night, date night, any night activity.

The Mac-n-cheese cooking class was so much fun. The chef was so informative and easy to follow! Looking forward to the next one!

We are so thrilled with the apple pie we purchased at Apple Fest!! The skillet is a nice touch, too! The staff is great! Events hosted at Chopping Block always have the best appetizers, especially the bacon wrapped dates... can we please order a tray of them?! Is that possible?!

Inventive, thoughtfully paced classes. Great recipes. Handling Zoom very well.

My son attended a fun week of baking pastries at The Chopping Block. He had a wonderful time and he cant wait to register for another class.

Went and signed up for the sushi making class yesterday and it was a blast. I’m happy I signed up. The instruction was amazing and the class was small. It was great to interact with the chef and get more tips and pointers. I’ll definitely be back if they ever offer a sashimi course or maybe a Japanese street food/grilling class.

Took the knife skills class with Erin. It was wonderful! I liked the format that was half lecture about knives and half hands-on cutting. It was also great that there was a small bite upon arrival, a discount on products purchased that night, and the ability to take home the veggies we chopped, which I was able to use for some nice veggie stock today. I will definitely take another class soon!

We loved the Trip to Mexico class. The staff, instructions, and fellow team members were fantastic. The entire experience was awesome. And, the meal was OUTSTANDING!!

Amazing & unique experience with a fantastic menu. Great staff, great environment, and a very large amount of food! Came home with leftovers. Will definitely be going back

Pros:First of all amazing chef, great personality and vibes.Cons:1 star off because I feel like they spent so much time turning it into a date event rather than an actual class. I learned nothing.1 star off because price/policy. I feel $90 was a majorly overpriced ripoff. To be honest, I paid $110 because I had signed up for a more meat heavy class but due to a family emergency I was unable to attend. So they let me switch into this one. While I feel lucky after reading reviews that they improved their customer service to even let me switch... They pocketed the $20.Edit: removed a star after reading the totally inappropriate response of the vendor.

Wonderful place and teachers! A wonderful place for all stages of cooks:) Very inclusive community.

The knife skills class with Tara was fantastic!! She is incredibly knowledgeable and kept the class light and fun, while still being very educational. I learned a LOT and found it very engaging. She also made us scones before we arrived because it was a morning class. So sweet!

I signed up for a class this past weekend. Two days before the class I came down with the flu and couldnt attend the class. I was literally sick in bed for three days. Knowing that I was beyond the cancellation window I called to ask if I could attend a different class instead. The Chopping block was literally no help. I could barely stand never mind be around other people and preparing food, but they refused to allow any changes even for a fee. They provided absolutely no customer service and in fact were extremely rude when I called to request a change. Avoid this sham school at all costs. They will take your money with absolutely no regard for your well being or extenuating circumstances. AVOID AT ALL COSTS.

I took the Artisan Bread Boot Camp and absolutely loved it. Chef Leia, Jay, and Diamond were all very kind and helpful. Ive baked bread in the past so I was familiar a variety of parts, but still learned a lot. I feel much more confident and excited about baking bread in the future, and will be getting some sourdough starter from a coworker soon to help facilitate that! A few topics I learned more about included: yeast, sourdough starter, preferment, and hydration.

I took the artisanal bread course. The instructors (Erin and Mike) were great. I didnt just learn the how but the focus was really on the why of bread making. This one day lesson easily replaced months of trying to read books and making sub-par bed. I left confidently knowing I will be able to make quality bread, but more importantly, I will be able to troubleshoot when the bake doesnt come out like I want it.

Steakhouse DIY was great. Our head chef was Josh and he couldn’t have been better. Will definitely be back for more.

My wife and I took a Ramen class and it was great. We always felt like we were in good hands, even as we had a chance to learn new things. Lots of fun.

Fun and great engagement with the chef and her assistant. Recipes and food were delicious. Great hands on experience

The instructors and staff were incredible. The people we met there were awesome. We even made Pizza the next day with the dough that we were sent home with (Pizza on the Grill). Just a great experience!

I think this is one of the best cooking schools for both people who dont cook regularly and for those who do. Ive attended multiple classes. Their knife skills class is a must! I prefer the hands-on classes as I always learn some new technique, and what better than to get to eat what you make!

My wife and I attended a Sushi class on Saturday. It was an absolute blast. We learned a lot and had a lot of fun. The class was a relatively small size, so the chef had enough time to make sure every person knew what they were doing/understood the instruction. He even gave tips/pointers as to where to procure some of the materials needed to do this at home. He had mentioned wanting to get a sashimi class off the ground. We would definitely be interested!

Took a virtual class and loved it.

I took the knife skills class and loved it. Great information form our instructor plus we had a fun group of people! I will be back!

Knife Skills class was fantastic, lots of information and ample time to practice the different techniques as well as try out different knives. Highly recommend, whether youre a novice or just want to refine your skills!

My husband and I took the knife skills class and learned a lot! They talk about different chefs knives, how to keep them sharp, and a few other topics. Then you practice different cuts on various vegetables. We went home with a large bag of chopped onion, pepper, zucchini, and carrots! The class was also BYOB and they provided a tasty snack at the beginning of class. Would highly recommend!

Ive taken several Chopping Block classes and I learn something new every time, whether it is a skills based class or just for fun, my cooking techniques always get a bit better, plus you get to enjoy a wonderful meal!

I loved the virtual class on both apple pie and the one on steak AuPoiure! Both were informative, fun, and I learned something new at each classThe price of each of the classes was great, good value. Thank you for a great diversion during the virus lockdown!

We did the Pasta Boot Camp today, and it was a lot of fun. The staff were very fun, friendly, and patient. The pace was unhurried, and they helped us a lot. And we truly came away with a lot of knowledge about making and preparing pasta. Good time!

The first class we took here was a pasta class. My husband and I selected it because we wanted to take hands-on courses so we could learn elements of the craft of cooking rather than just learn to replicate recipes. We went with a friend and all of us enthusiastically LOVED the pasta course. The instructors were helpful and informative, and I left feeling completely capable of making pasta at home (and have done so several times since with great results).Excited by the first experience, we decided to take their Meat 101 class, again hoping to learn more of the technique for cooking meat, selecting meat, and better understanding the craft behind different treatments of meat in the kitchen. What a disappointment! The chef in charge gave us no feedback of value and seemed irritated when we asked questions to clarify. The recipes, although delicious, were already more than half prepared for us. I left with a few good recipes but no new knowledge.It is too expensive to be unsure of the quality. I hope the chopping block works on improving the quality of its hands-on courses.

I wish I could give this more stars. We went last night and all I can say is WOW! Chef Sara and crew were just out of this world!! So knowledgeable, patient, and FUN! You can tell that Sara is truly passionate about what she does and she lights up when she talks about what you will be doing. They knew it was my Birthday and gave us a complimentary glass of Champagne! We met some incredible people in the class and ate family style. Overall, we will be back and it was truly the best birthday I have had! Thank you so much to the entire staff for making it such an incredible experience!

We had a great experience at The Chopping Block! The instructor and staff were so helpful and we left with some great recipes!! Highly highly recommend their cooking classes!

Extremely rude manners. The sales associate, without even saying Hi and bye, asked me to leave the store because they were closing for lunch. I understand it was the lunch break but there are manners to say it. I would never come back again.

This is a great place to learn cooking skills and taste great food. Some interesting classes include knife skills, gluten free pasta making and food and wine of California.The Chopping Block also has a great selection of cookware from Le Creuset cast iron cookware to neat little gadgets like mango slicers and garlic choppers. Its interesting to see the large variety of unique knives and other kitchen tools.Its a great place to spend an afternoon to get inspired to cook and get all the equipment you need :)

We recently attended a Brazilian class here. It was led by JC and assisted by Sue.JC was everything one could want in an instructor. He was attentive, encouraging and knowledgeable. He brought energy and fun to the class, expanded the lesson to include pallet training (learning how to add salt, acid, or fat as needed to finish a dish), and even had ideas to encourage our own experimentation after the class.Sue was a wonderful assistant who kept the class flowing without unnecessary interruptions.The class was a great time. We learned a lot and got to eat tasty we made (mostly) ourselves.5 stars.

A wonderful locally owned business! I visited here with 35 of my closest friends during a Windy City Explorer walk and they treated us like royalty! Terrific products, welcoming atmosphere and an amazing list of classes round out this charming spot.

Great learning experience! This location is also charming and felt personal and cozy

Great experience with my Argentine Grill class. The chef and staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the class tons of fun, not to mention delicioso! Chef Mario and his sous chef Mike were on point.