The Chopping Block

About Us

The Chopping Block is Chicago’s premier recreational cooking school and gourmet kitchen store, offering hands-on cooking classes, demonstration classes, wine and cocktail experiences, private cooking parties, and corporate team-building events. Located in Lincoln Square, our professional chef-led classes teach essential cooking techniques while exploring seasonal ingredients and global cuisines.

Programs are designed for cooks of all skill levels, from beginners looking to build confidence in the kitchen to passionate home cooks eager to expand their skills. In addition to adult classes, The Chopping Block offers cooking classes and summer camps for kids and teens.

For those ready to dive deeper, our signature Culinary Boot Camp provides an intensive week-long experience inspired by professional culinary school, giving home cooks the opportunity to master foundational techniques under the guidance of experienced chefs.

The Chopping Block’s retail store features professional-quality cookware, kitchen tools, and specialty ingredients, along with a curated selection of food-friendly wines, craft spirits, and local beer—everything you need to cook and entertain with confidence.