Is this class suitable for beginners?

Yes, the class is designed for all skill levels, including complete novices.

Can I bring my own beverages?

Participants aged 21 and over are welcome to bring beer or wine to enjoy during class.

Are there any dietary accommodations?

Bettie's can accommodate dairy-free guests but cannot guarantee fully allergen-free environments due to cross-contact.

Is the class appropriate for children?

No, the class is for adults 18 years and older.

What is the cancellation policy?

All tickets are final sale and non-refundable; however, you may gift your ticket to another person.

Do I need to bring any cooking equipment?

No, all materials and ingredients are provided by Bettie's Chicago.

Hands-On Homemade Pasta at Bettie's Chicago | Food Tour

Chicago is a city alive with diverse flavors and cultural influences, and Bettie's Chicago taps into that vibrant culinary pulse with its Homemade Pasta class—a 2.5-hour, hands-on experience that invites food enthusiasts beyond the typical dining scene to craft their own authentic Italian pasta from scratch. Set in the heart of the city at 853 N Larrabee St Suite C, this intimate class pairs participants up to mix, knead, and roll dough, then hand-cut and cook fresh pasta. The process culminates in savoring the pasta with a seasonal Italian sauce, tailored to highlight fresh ingredients and regional traditions.

Unlike standard cooking lessons, Bettie's emphasis on collaboration and technique makes the class perfect for date nights or culinary explorers who want a practical, sensory deep dive into pasta-making. Chicago’s rich immigrant history, especially its Italian communities concentrated in neighborhoods like Little Italy and Lincoln Park, gives the class cultural resonance and local flavor, connecting participants to the broader story of food heritage in the city.

Bettie’s focus on small class sizes enhances the learning environment, offering personalized guidance from experienced instructors who share tips on dough texture, rolling precision, and sauce balancing. The culinary space also acknowledges common allergens like wheat, dairy, eggs, and tree nuts and can accommodate dairy-free preferences, ensuring a safe and inclusive experience.

This class stands out in Chicago’s crowded food scene for its active, creative engagement and approachable expertise—it’s more than just eating pasta, it’s about acquiring a skill, embracing tradition, and connecting over shared effort. Food lovers and novices alike will find a fresh way to immerse themselves in the city’s culinary identity while building skills they can take home, enriching their own kitchens long after the class ends.

About Bettie's Chicago

Bettie's Chicago is a hands-on bakery and cooking studio in Chicago led by head chef Kristin “Baker Bettie” Hoffman. The studio offers a wide range of classes, workshops, and take-and-bake options for home bakers, food lovers, and groups. Participants learn techniques for breads, pastries, pies, and savory dishes with a focus on practical skills, approachable recipes, and small class sizes that enable personalized instruction.

Classes include introductions to bread baking, sourdough intensives, focaccia art, French breads, artisan pizza, homemade pasta, and seasonal favorites like pumpkin cinnamon rolls and apple cider donuts. Specialty workshops cover cookie pickups, cupcake and cake decorating, macaron making, and multi-day sourdough courses for intermediate bakers. Private events and corporate team-building sessions are also available by request.

Bettie's Chicago emphasizes hands-on learning: students mix, knead, shape, and bake during sessions and often take finished products home. The studio highlights ingredient quality, clear step-by-step guidance, and reproducible recipes so attendees can recreate results at home. Classes specify age recommendations and duration, and many allow dietary accommodations or vegan-friendly options.

The business is suitable for beginners through experienced bakers seeking focused technique work or creative culinary experiences. Reviews and event listings on reputable city guides and The Adventure Collective spotlight consistent class offerings and seasonal specialties. Booking information, class schedules, and pre-order pickup options are available through the studio’s online listings and partner platforms.

Gift certificates, group discounts, and private lesson packages make Bettie's Chicago a flexible option for celebrations, team building, and hands-on culinary education across skill levels.