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Discover a comforting and budget-friendly braised cabbage with farro recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Braised Cabbage with Farro: Big Flavor on a Budget Discover a comforting and budget-friendly braised cabbage with farro recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Today’s the day! 🥧🍎

If a whole pie is part of your Apple Fest plans, don’t wait. The deadline to place your order for pickup during Apple Fest is 4pm TODAY.

Order now, check dessert off your list and leave the baking to us. https://hubs.la/Q04yXbfH0

Discover five delicious root vegetables perfect for cold weather cooking, along with creative ways to prepare them for hearty fall and winter meals.

5 Root Vegetables I Love in Cold Weather and How I Cook Them Discover five delicious root vegetables perfect for cold weather cooking, along with creative ways to prepare them for hearty fall and winter meals.

Take a culinary tour of Chicago without leaving the kitchen!

On Tuesday, October 6 at 6pm, our Hands-On Chicago Neighborhoods Tour explores four of the city’s iconic food neighborhoods through the dishes that help tell their stories.

You’ll cook your way through:
🥧 Greektown: Spanakopita with Spinach and Feta
🇸🇪 Andersonville: Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Sauce
🌮 Pilsen: Chicken Tinga Tacos with Pickled Red Onions
🍋 Little Italy: Lemon-Ricotta Cake

Along the way, you’ll work with phyllo dough, learn braising and pickling techniques, practice balancing flavors and more.

Four neighborhoods. Four dishes. One delicious night in Chicago.
Join us Tuesday, October 6 at 6pm and come hungry!

Hands-On Chicago Neighborhoods Tour Don’t have time to travel the world this year? Let this be your opportunity to explore the culturally diverse food scene our city has to offer! Learn how to prepare an assortment of recipes in this hands-on class inspired from the rich food culture of our ethnic neighborhoods. Menu you’ll cook a...

Discover the joys of a unique potluck experience with The Cookbook Club, featuring seasonal recipes inspired by Six Seasons by Joshua McFadden.

Cookbooks That I Love, Part 2: Six Seasons Discover the joys of a unique potluck experience with The Cookbook Club, featuring seasonal recipes inspired by Six Seasons by Joshua McFadden.

Take your taste buds to Turkey without leaving Chicago!

Join us Thursday, October 8 at 6pm for Hands-On The Turkish Kitchen, where you’ll explore the bold spices, fresh herbs and vibrant flavors that make Turkish cuisine so irresistible.

You’ll cook:
🍲 Red Lentil and Aleppo Pepper Soup
🌶️ Muhammara Dip with Pita
🥙 Doner Lamb Kebab with Tomato-Cucumber Relish, Yogurt-Garlic Sauce and Bulgur
🍯 Pistachio Baklava with Honey Syrup

Along the way, you’ll work with lentils, bulgur, ground lamb and phyllo while learning how to balance flavors and make classic yogurt sauces.

Grab your spot and come hungry!

Hands-On The Turkish Kitchen Discover the rich flavors of Turkish cuisine in this hands-on class inspired by the country’s lively markets and street food culture. You’ll learn essential techniques while preparing a delicious menu of mezze, savory pastries, fresh salads, and a classic kebab feast to share and enjoy together....

Create festive Halloween cupcakes with easy chocolate ghost toppers using just two ingredients. Perfect for parties and fun to make!

Dress Up Your Halloween Cupcakes with Chocolate Ghosts Create festive Halloween cupcakes with easy chocolate ghost toppers using just two ingredients. Perfect for parties and fun to make!

A cancellation just opened up 2 spots at Chef Dionna’s Tasting Table this Wednesday, September 30 at 6pm!

Chef Dionna is serving up a menu of soulful favorites while sharing the techniques, stories and inspiration behind each dish:
🍗 Smothered Chicken
🌿 Sage Sausage Dressing
🥬 Southern Collard Greens
🧀 Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Our Tasting Table Demo Series is a fun, casual way to get to know our chefs, pick up new cooking tips and enjoy a delicious meal along the way.

Only 2 spots are available, so grab them while you can!

Tasting Table Demo Series with Chef Dionna Join us for our special series as we spotlight our talented and creative Chopping Block chefs. Each month, a different TCB chef designs a menu inspired by their own culinary journey and personal influences. In this fun and casual demonstration class, Chef Dionna will serve up a menu of soulful favor...