Virtual Mushroom Risotto: Choose Your Level of Instruction

Join us for a virtual cooking class as you either cook along with our Chopping Block Chef in real time, or watch as a demonstration as our chef teaches you how to make risotto from scratch via Zoom.

This class supports After School Matters, and you can choose to make a donation to this not-for-profit organization. After School Matters impacts Chicago public high school teens by offering innovative out-of-school time programming in the arts, science, sports, technology and communications. Through over 700 programs annually, teens are provided hands-on, project-based opportunities while engaging with independent instructors and community-based organizations.

Menu:

• Risotto with Sautéed Mushrooms and Spinach
• Mixed Green Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Skills covered in class:

• Working with arborio rice
• Sautéing mushrooms
• Working with dark, leafy greens
• Preparing vinaigrette
• Balancing flavors

Our virtual classes will have you and your chef instructor cooking together in real time, or if preferred, enjoy the class as an engaging demonstration with the flexibility to prepare the dishes at another time. Either way, you will gain a full understanding of the techniques. Upon registration, chose which option is best for you. 

Upon signup you will receive the recipe packet complete with a very detailed equipment list and class syllabi that outlines the flow of the class. If you will be cooking along, we ask that all ingredients are procured and measured ahead of time to help the flow of the class.

Whether cooking along or watching as a demonstration, our Zoom moderator will make sure all of your questions are answered live by the chef either during or after class. 

Got questions about our virtual classes? Check out our FAQs.