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Hands-On Culinary Adventure: Flavors of the Basque Country

The Chopping Block Lincoln Square
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Discover the bold, rustic flavors of the Basque Country in this hands-on cooking class inspired by northern Spain and southwestern France. Prepare warm cod and potato dip, chicken braised with chorizo and peppers, a hearty lentil salad, and individual Basque cheesecakes. Learn practical techniques for braising, working with salt cod and legumes, balancing flavors, and baking custards while creating a flavorful regional feast.

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  • 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours & 30 minutes
Hands-On Culinary Adventure: Flavors of the Basque Country
Hands-On Culinary Adventure: Flavors of the Basque Country
Hands-On Culinary Adventure: Flavors of the Basque Country
Hands-On Culinary Adventure: Flavors of the Basque Country
Hands-On Culinary Adventure: Flavors of the Basque Country
Hands-On Culinary Adventure: Flavors of the Basque Country
Hands-On Culinary Adventure: Flavors of the Basque Country

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Explore the food of the Basque Country, one of Europe's most celebrated culinary destinations, nestled in the mountains between France and Spain, as you prepare rustic, flavor-packed dishes that showcase the region's bold traditions and seasonal ingredients. 

Menu you’ll cook and enjoy:

  • Brandade (Warm Cod and Potato Dip)
  • Poulet Basquaise (Chicken Braised with Chorizo, Red Peppers and Garlic)
  • Warm Lentil Salad with Greens, Garlic and Olive Oil
  • Individual Basque Cheesecakes 

Skills covered in class:

  • Getting familiar with Basque ingredients
  • Working with salt cod
  • Selecting potatoes
  • Selecting and braising chicken
  • Working with legumes and fresh herbs
  • Balancing flavors 
  • Making and baking custard

In this hands-on class, students will be paired in groups of three to five and work together as a team to prepare the recipes.

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Refund Policy

  • All classes have a three (03) day cancellation policy, except Culinary Boot Camps 1 and 2 which have a two-week cancellation policy. 
  • You must email [email protected] to cancel an existing reservation.
  • If you cancel a class other than Culinary Boot Camps 1 & 2 more than 3 days in advance and have paid with a credit card, you will receive a refund to your card, minus the 15% administrative fee which is non-refundable and non-transferable.
  • If you cancel more than 3 days in advance and have paid with a gift card, you will receive an account credit valid toward future classes, minus the administrative fee. 
  • If you cancel within three days of your class, you will receive an account credit equal to 50% of the class price less 15% administrative fee, which is non-refundable and non-transferable. This credit is valid for one year. 
  • If you are unable to attend, you are also welcome to send a guest in your place. 
  • Culinary Boot Camps 1 & 2 have a 2-week cancellation policy so any cancellations before 2-weeks will receive a refund minus the administrative fee. 
  • No credits will be given for cancellations within 2 weeks.
  • In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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The Chopping Block Lincoln Square is Chicago's premier recreational cooking school and offers a variety of cooking classes, wine classes, and private cooking parties. Located in Lincoln Square, they offer classes on cooking basics, intense boot camps, seasonal classes, date nights, healthy cooking, and classes for kids.

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