I've been here at least three times, and the experience never disappoints. They start you off with…read morea lovely assortment of three different types of bread served with butter, which is a nice touch. For a three-course meal, the price is very reasonable. The rotating menu means you'll want to be open to trying something new each visit, but that's part of what makes it special. The students do an incredible job, from preparing the food to providing attentive service. Every dish is vibrant, flavorful, and beautifully presented. It's always a pleasure dining here, and I look forward to coming back. You get a nice view of the city if you sit closer to the window. Space is always clean.

Wow! My wife and I were honored to be able to see and taste some amazing dishes created/prepared by…read morethe students of Kendall College. One of those was our daughter so I may be a little biased. We tasted a variety of dishes(see pics). The dishes were beautiful and delicious. They send some extra dishes out as well so count on being full when you leave. The whole operation is run by students from host, bar, servers, and chefs with help of a couple of instructors. We were also able to sit front row and watch into the open kitchen. How cool! Not sure how they stay so calm with all of the orders flying at them. Overall a great job by everyone and a can't beat prix fixe price at $50.

Loved my cooking class, made macaroons, the chef was very patient with everyone and the end results…read morewere great. loved the cleanliness and appreciated all the help around the kitchen as well. got to take our goodies home and got an apron and discounts at the end of the class :)

We recently attended a cooking class at Sur La Table, and only two couples were enrolled, which…read moremade for a much more personal experience. The facility was clean, and our instructor, Tim, was great--knowledgeable and full of pro tips. Unfortunately, the experience after the class was disappointing. After paying $109 per person, we were surprised to find that we had to stand while eating the meal we had just prepared. We also were not allowed to take any leftovers home. We've attended several cooking classes in Chicago as well as other cities, and every one of them provided seating so guests could comfortably enjoy their meal, as well as take-home containers for leftovers. Not allowing guests to take food home seems unnecessarily wasteful. It's difficult not to wonder whether the leftovers simply end up being discarded or eaten by staff. For the price of the class, providing chairs and take-home containers seems like a reasonable expectation. While Tim and the quality of the instruction were excellent, these two policies significantly detracted from the overall experience. Unfortunately, because of these inconveniences, we won't be attending another Sur La Table cooking class.

As a former employee of The International Kitchen (based in Chicago) I am biased, but I must say…read morethat this company is the best. The staff truly enjoys assisting clients with planning their culinary vacations in Italy, France, Spain, Morocco and Mexico and will bend over backwards to ensure that clients have a fabulous time. Karen Herbst (the founder and owner of the company) and her staff have visited the programs and classes that are sold so there is first hand knowledge of the product. I can personally recommend "A Classic Tuscan Table with Chef Claudio" as one of my favorites as well as "A Mediterranean Cooking Experience at Relais Oasi Olimpia".

We experienced the Cortona, Italy option and it was A++! What a fantastic venue; resort and cooking…read moreschool. I recommend it!

I love alliance . And I've been coming here for events since the early 2012s. I also enjoy their…read moreFrench cafe which is always a great way to practice spoken French. Today I was here all day for the bastille day celebration ( day and night! ) Day time was more family friendly with face painting , word puzzles, cookie/ muffin decoration. There was a crepe stand with delicious sweet and savory crepes being made by chefs from top French restaurants in Chicago. Night time was an adult crowd with a converted dance floor. Grey goose cocktails and delicious offerings from various restaurants:) My favorite part was probably the raffle! I took home some awesome prizes!

A wonderful place to immerse yourself in French language and culture. The instructors are warm,…read morepatient, and genuinely passionate about teaching, which makes classes both enjoyable and effective. The building itself is charming and well-kept, and there are plenty of opportunities to practice through cultural events, film screenings, and workshops. Some classes fill quickly and scheduling can be a little tricky, but once you're in, the experience is enriching and welcoming. Whether you're a beginner or brushing up on your skills, Alliance Française offers a friendly, inspiring environment to learn and connect.

I was surprised with a Valentine's Day Couples Cooking Class at Kendall from my boyfriend. It was…read moreone of the coolest experiences we've enjoyed together! Before you start cooking 3 Chefs explain and demonstrate each course you're going to make. It's a lot to remember so I suggest you pay attention! There are students who walk around to help answer questions and bring you ingredients. The Chefs are also very hands on. One Chef walked me through the entire process of making the vinaigrette! While cooking, they also have a snack & beverage table set up so you won't go hungry! In fact, try not to fill up too fast! Then, there is one course to be eaten at your cooking station, which were the scallops! Here is what we cooked: 1st Course: Beet Salad w/ Oranges & Pistachio Encrusted Baked Goat Cheese Croutons - the croutons came out phenomenal but we forgot to add our vinaigrette! Lol! Whoops! We accidentally left it on the counter! 2nd Course: Scallops in a Butter Blood Orange Sauce topped w/ Caviar- my absolute favorite thing we made! The sauce was so good w/ the perfectly cooked scallops! 3rd Course: 3 Large Flank Steaks w/ Cauliflower Purée- the marinade for the steaks was amazing! Steaks came out nice and juicy! The Cauliflower was cooked in milk then purée by the students. 4th Course: Raspberry Truffles! This was the most comical portion of the evening bc/ we accidentally let the chocolate sit for a little while. When I went to ball the chocolate over the raspberries, the chocolate instantly melted in my hands. A student quickly came over to help but we had a laughing attack bc we were trying to salvage what we could! Quickly, we dipped the truffles into coco powder & put them back in the fridge! It was such a blast pretending to be Gordon Ramsay and Zumbo! It really felt like we were on a cooking show! We were so into it, that out of 28 ppl we were 1st to finish! I wish they would record it & send you home with a dvd! Lol After, Couples enjoy their meals at candle lit banquet style tables lined w/ white table cloth next to an open bar. (This is not the same location as Kendal's main restaurant.) You bring your salad with you and the rest of the courses are served by the students! A lot of thought went into making this night possible & a lot of the ingredients come already prepared! In just under 3hrs you cook & dine! So romantic! So much fun! Delicious food! The perfect date night! I would do it all over again in a heart beat! Thank you, My Love for such a wonderful evening!

Man, I do not cook…read more But, for a night at Kendall College (Spice Up Your Life Cooking program)...I felt for a slice of time, that I might be able to get into it. That feeling has passed, but I still had a really nice time. Ok? Ok. I learned how to "assemble" several items: *Sparking sangria. I'll definitely make this at some point again because it contains alcohol and thus I am not going against my DNA that requires I do not create edible dishes. Ever. Choppy some fruit, throw in some brandy, red wine, Grand Marnier and pour over ice and sprite. Not bad! I'm drunk now, so let's cook.... *Ciabatta Pear Pizza with honey thyme pesto. A winner, most definitely. I could probably make this happen at one point in the future without anyone being harmed or maimed. Those were the standouts. The rest of the dishes (mushroom tartlettes, seafood ceviche, chorizo quesadillas) were all OK, but nothing out of this world. Read: I won't even try to make those. The good parts of this program/classes: the instructors were very fun, and cordial...not like Hell's Kitchen at all. They made it a really fun "Girls Night Out" cooking class. There was also PLENTY of sangria to go around, and other wines to have additionally. For a hot second I actually worried on the way over that I not only had to cook...but had to be sober and cook! Whew. They prep everything for you, so you basically just have to assemble and put in appropriate heating vessel. Even then they have a million students buzzing around checking things, so its basically fool-proof. Except the food processor, I managed to break that. Though, after watching it turn tomatillos into wonderful salsa in mere seconds, I can see why all these chicks want to get married and get a Kitchenaid. Although you know, you can have one and not get married, for the record. A success...and a very fun GNO. Great staff, well organized, private parking and great food. We left stuffed and sauced!

Bridget is awesome. I was looking for a personal chef to come and teach 12 girls to cook for my…read moresister's surprise party. Bridget got back to me promptly and was very sweet and helpful. We were able to come up with a good menu and time. Although the day of we realized there was a big misunderstanding that could have ruined the entire party agreement. Bridget reassured me she could adjust and make it a good evening. She was a saint to do this for me and showed an impressive level of professionalism. She drove down to the south side from way, way up north in a snow storm and arrived promptly with groceries. She had good interaction with my guest and put on a great interactive demo in the TINIEST kitchen around. She even had all the recipes in folders for each guest to take home AND aprons for everyone to wear. Overall, she did a great job. I am already considering her for another party in the future.

Had their sourdough breakfast pizza at the farmers market and WOW so good. So fresh and fast and…read morethe texture was impeccable. Want to get another one now!

Had Nude Dude Food at a bachelorette party & loved it. Such a fun experience and the guys were so…read morenice! The food was delicious and the whole event was so fun. I would highly recommend this! We had a 6 course meal and all items were great and felt very high class. A different and entertaining thing to add to a girls trip!

This is a review of the Thorne auditorium, which was opened up for several lectures in the Chicago…read moreHumanities festival. Not too conveniently located for the general public is the only concern, but once you get there it is a nice intimate space that allows you close access to the presenters. The sounds system is well balanced and the sightlines are great, this would work well as a classroom and as a public space