Our classes are hands on. Each guest will make their own cuisine items with a partner and enjoy the food they create. All classes are led by a private chef.

Our kitchen is equipped with spacious stainless-steel prep stations designed for pairs of aspiring chefs to cook together. Feel free to come solo or with friends – we'll make sure everyone has a cooking partner! If you're joining with your own group, you're welcome to choose your cooking companion. The best part? You'll get to enjoy everything you create together.

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

Our ability to accommodate dietary needs varies by class. Many of our Asian cuisine courses can be easily adapted for vegetarian diners, though some classes (like our steak workshops) are unfortunately not suitable. Several of our menus are naturally gluten-free or dairy-free as well. For specific details about any class, please email us at info@cookingskillsacademy.com before registering, and we'll be happy to discuss your dietary requirements.

You're welcome to bring birthday cakes and desserts to celebrate special occasions - just let us know in advance. For all other outside food, we ask that you enjoy our in-house menu.

We'd love to host your event! We offer two options: interactive cooking experiences led by our expert culinary team, or private facility rentals where you have exclusive use of our space. For either option, we'll provide a detailed rental agreement outlining all terms and policies.

Children are welcome to attend our classes when accompanied by their ticket-holding legal guardian. We ask that parents consider their child's maturity level and ability to participate without disrupting the learning environment. Please note that our Mixology classes are strictly limited to participants 21 and older.

Complimentary filtered water and hibiscus iced tea are provided during each class. We're BYOB friendly, so you're welcome to bring your preferred beverages, including sodas, juices, or alcoholic drinks.

Expert chef, all kitchenware and supplies, all ingredients and plate wear, glass wear, bottle openers, wine openers, and a full beverage station with ice, water, and iced hibiscus tea.

We are located at 1201 Norwood Ave Itasca, IL 60143. Right off the intersection of 390 and Route 53.

We gladly accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free dietary requirements. To ensure we provide the best possible dining experience, please inform us of any dietary restrictions and the number of guests requiring special meals at the time of booking, or at least one week before the event. Our chef will prepare customized dishes that meet these specific requirements.

We'd love to show you around our site and can schedule a visit at a time that works best for you.

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 upon approval.

Simply reach out to our events team by phone at 630-912-9627 or email info@cookingskillsandsocial.com. We'll check availability for your preferred date and time, walk you through our packages, and help you start planning your unforgettable event. To secure your special date, a 50% deposit is required at the time of booking. This deposit is non-refundable and will be applied to your total event cost. The remaining balance, along with an 18% Gratuity Fee, is due one week before your event date. We handle all payments electronically for your convenience, and you'll receive detailed invoices via email.

Whether you're planning an intimate gathering of 10 or a large celebration of up to 80 guests, we have the perfect space for you. Our indoor venue can accommodate your Iron Chef Battle or Social Event with up to 80 participants, while our hands-on Cooking Classes are ideal for groups of up to 35. Please note that all events have a $1,000 minimum booking fee.

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.

After you reserve your date, we'll provide you with our Add-On Options menu featuring appetizers, salads, and desserts.