Tutore - Italian Cooking School

Cooking class · Lincoln Park

Tutore - Italian Cooking School

Cooking class · Lincoln Park

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2349 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

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Hands-on Italian cooking classes with acclaimed chefs, farm-fresh food  

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2349 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA Get directions

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Tutore Italian Cooking School in Avondale Will Close After Two Years | Eater Chicago

"Opened in April 2023 in Avondale, the school quickly found its niche teaching Italian cuisine beyond red-sauce Italian-American fare, with packed weekend classes and frequent collaborations with visiting chefs such as John Manion of Brasero and El Che. It was founded by veteran Chicago chef Dean Zanella (whose résumé includes 312 Chicago and Rhapsody) and chef James De Marte—whose previous restaurant, Pisolino, had pivoted to a market during the pandemic—and joined by pastry chef Mollie Mettelka. Despite strong demand and healthy finances (“my accountant asks if we’re printing money”), the owners decided to close because Zanella wants more time with his young twin daughters and could not sustain the weekend coverage the business required. The operation will exit by the end of June to allow a new operator to set up by July 1; followers are advised to monitor the website and Instagram for flash sales, last-minute classes and products, and Mettelka has plans for the space with more details expected in the coming weeks." - Ashok Selvam

https://chicago.eater.com/2025/4/30/24421066/tutore-italian-cooking-school-closing-avondale
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Victor Bonhart

Google
Tutore, Italian Cooking School, was an amazing experience! Hats off to the staff (Dean, James and Mollie). They were so friendly and gave great advice and good directions. The step by step instructions were simple to follow and the prep time didn't take long at all in getting the food together. You really learn a new skill in making pasta and cooking tomatoes and will be applying that new skill at home indeed. Tutore was a joy to visit and keep up the fantastic work!

Torry Corbett

Google
What a fun girls night! We made several pastas and a sauce. Instructors were very helpful!

Abigail Vogt

Google
I had such an amazing experience at the pizza making class! James & Mollie were great teachers and I can’t wait to make it to another class.

Chandler Bryla

Google
I absolutely loved my experience here. The Chef and the Chef (winner of master chef) were phenomenal, helpfully explaining everything we did together, all hands on, and they helped me with cooking skills when I looked like a child. I will definitely be back here for all their knowledge. I can’t recommend them enough. LGBT friendly and please please please go get taught how to cook PERFECT Italian food. Farm fresh, organic, and absolutely delicious food. You can’t go wrong

Em

Google
Went for a pasta class with my friend, and it was very fun and informative. The owners are very kind and approachable. I would recommend this for a fun evening, and the food you make actually tastes good. You can tell everyone there enjoys being there 😊

Maddy Morgan

Google
Had an amazing experience at the pasta making class. Chefs were all super nice and knowledgeable. The pasta we made was so delicious! We will definitely be back for more classes.

Sanjiv Sarwate

Google
We had a lovely Italian Christmas Cookie cooking class at Tutore. Molly was an engaging and knowledgeable instructor, providing clear guidance and explanations, and we made a variety of cookies in a relatively short time. Really great experience overall, and we look forward to more classes there.

Sara G

Google
Incredible experience! The instructor are personable and hands on. Felt like I was part of a family! Can’t wait to plan my next date night here!!

Chris M.

Yelp
We had a blast and ate like kings during our Tutore Pasta Class!! Bravissimo! Thank you Mollie, James, and Dean for hosting such a great experience! The pacing and instruction were on point. Never felt rushed, lost, or hungry ... Loved being able to ask questions about the class and Italian cooking in general without interrupting the rest of the students or instruction! And lets not forget about the result. OMFG. We made Tortellini! and they didnt look like blobs of pasta! Not only were the recipes absolutely delicious they were remarkably approachable -- enough that they will transfer back to the home chef without any problem. Don't wait, make that class reservation today!

Eve A.

Yelp
This had to be one of the best nights I've had. You can't go to Chicago and not try this class. The instructors are so kind and funny. I will be back!

Sue m.

Yelp
Tutore Cooking School is an absolute gem for anyone looking to elevate their pasta game! Chef Dean and Chef James are knowledgeable and passionate about mixing, kneading and rolling dough to perfection. Unforgettable experience!
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Nancy O.

Yelp
I participated in a hands-on cooking lesson today. We prepared 7 Italian, Venetian appetizers known as cichetti. The 2 owners, Dean and James, had prepped all the ingredients, provided the recipes and helped with cooking techniques. They were extremely organized. We then indulged in our culinary delights and we're given to- go boxes for any leftovers. I highly recommend Tutore Cooking School. It may be a little pricey, but we'll worth the money and time.

Kelly G.

Yelp
We had such a great time at Tutore Cooking School! Chef Dean and Chef James were terrific teachers -- and very patient ;-)