Yes, all of our classes are led by a private chef. However, the attendees make each cuisine item and eat the food they create!

We set up our stainless-steel prep tables so each attendee works with a partner to create and eat what they cook. You are welcome to come by yourself or in an odd-numbered group. However, you will likely be paired with another person in the class to cook. If you come with a partner or even numbered group, you can choose who you sit/cook with!

We require a minimum of 12 attendees to run a class, and our class maximum depends on the menu but is usually around 18 people.

It depends on the class. Please email info@cookingskillsacademy.com to ask about a specific class. For instance, we can easily make most of our Asian menus vegetarian but cannot accommodate a vegetarian for one of our steak classes. Some classes are also naturally Gluten-Free or Dairy Free, so emailing to confirm before registering is best.

We do not allow any outside food to be brought in, except for birthday cakes/dessert. If you are celebrating a birthday, feel free to bring a cake or other dessert.

Absolutely! Please see our Private Events page. We offer cooking events led by our staff or facility rentals, where you just rent the space for your own event use.

YES! We allow children to attend as long as their legal guardian attends with them, and both are ticket-paying attendees. We ask that you use judgment and that your child is mature enough to attend and participate in class without distracting others. **This excludes our Mixology classes. You must be 21 or older to attend these.

Yes, self-serve water and hibiscus iced tea are available for each class. Please feel free to bring sodas, juices, or alcohol if you would like to partake in other drinks, as we are BYOB.

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to book your event. The remaining balance plus 18% gratuity is due one week prior to the event. All payments are made electronically, and invoices are sent via email.

We are happy to accommodate the following food restrictions: Vegetarian, Gluten Free and Dairy Free. Please tell us the number of people with these restrictions by one week prior to the event. Our chef makes a modified portion that meets the requirements for this participant.

Yes! We encourage Site Visits and can be flexible about your availability.

You can order from Binny's (Glen Ellyn location delivers to us) or bring the items yourself prior to the event. We are open 9 am-5 pm Monday-Friday, and our receptionist can accept the delivery.

We accept a group as small as 6 guests. However, our minimum is $1000. We can accommodate up to 80 people indoors for our Iron Chef Battle or Social Event Options. Our Cooking Class option maxes out at 35 guests.

No, our staff takes care of that during the event.

We have 4 main cuisine options for both Cooking Classes and Iron Chef Battles: American, Japanese, Italian and Chinese. Menu details and decisions are shared after the initial deposit is made.

Facility rental, private chef, all kitchenware and supplies, the main course for all participants, and a full beverage station with ice, water, iced tea and sodas.

Yes, we share an Add-On Options list after your date is reserved, which includes options for Appetizers, Salads and Desserts.