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Chicago's Premier Culinary Event Destination

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COOK TOGETHER

Private Events at The Chopping Block Where Cooking Creates Connection

Looking for a fresh alternative to the standard happy hour or sit-down dinner? The Chopping Block makes planning unforgettable private events simple, engaging, and stress-free. As Chicago’s premier recreational cooking school, we’ve been bringing people together in our kitchens for almost three decades.

Whether you’re planning a corporate team-building activity, entertaining VIP clients, or hosting a special gathering with friends and family, our private cooking events are designed to:

  • Engage every guest – no matter their skill level

  • Foster collaboration and camaraderie in a fun, hands-on environment

  • Deliver a memorable experience guided by professional chefs and sommeliers

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What We Offer

  • Interactive Cooking Parties: Cook alongside your colleagues or friends while learning new techniques.
  • Competitive Cooking Challenges: Add friendly rivalry and plenty of laughs to your event.
  • Wine & Cocktail Experiences: Expand your team's palate with guided tastings and education.

Event Details

  • All events include a multi-course menu and are 2.5 hours in length (1.5 hours cooking + dining).
  • Event minimum: $1,700 (pricing varies by menu and beverage selections).
  • Group size: 6–50 guests. (Have more? We’ll host simultaneous events!)
  • Full-service beverage program with curated wines, craft beers, and a complete bar.
  • Guests enjoy a 10% retail discount the day of the event.

Plan your Event Today

Why Event Planners Choose Us

We handle the details — menu planning, setup, instruction, and cleanup — so you can focus on your guests. With decades of experience, we ensure every event is seamless, customizable, and impactful.

How You Can Celebrate

corporate-events
Corporate
  • Team Building
  • Competitive Cooking
  • Client Entertainment
  • Networking
  • Holiday Parties
  • Fundraisers
  • Employee Incentive
  • Recruiting
corporate-events
Social
  • Birthdays
  • Anniversaries
  • Bachelorette/Bachelor Parties
  • Showers: Couples, Bridal, Baby
  • Rehearsal Dinners
  • Family Reunions
cocktail-classes
Other
  • Meetings & Seminars
  • Kitchen Rentals
  • Virtual Events
  • Outdoor Grilling
  • Wine Education
  • Cocktail Education

“We hosted an event for 20 people at The Chopping Block and had the best time! The chefs and staff were incredibly helpful and made it easy for everyone to learn new cooking skills, while still having fun and socializing. The space is great! We were upstairs and it felt like a real home kitchen. I cannot recommend them enough for events.”

Kari Blanks

GoodVets Recruitment

"What an outstanding experience! Very professional and fun! Our group of 20 used the 'mystery recipe competition' for our holiday party. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed, and The Chopping Block staff were extraordinary! Highly recommend!"

Rob Karr

Illinois Retail Merchants Association

"We are still talking about our event at The Chopping Block! It was perfect in every way. The chef instructors were really great, in presenting and teaching a group with varied skill levels in the kitchen. The meal was fantastic, and while everything was delicious, the group is still talking about the alfredo sauce! We are already planning another event at The Chopping Block.”

Carla Zenzola

Vi Living

"We are an extremely competitive bunch, and my team thoroughly enjoyed the night. My problem now will be how to top it next year. In fact, we were recently at dinner and members of the winning team (myself included) were still razzing the losing team. So, almost three months later, we're still getting value from the night. You have a great thing going at The Chopping Block!"

Sid Cowherd

Performance Food Service