Culinary Excellence Delivered

Transform your dining experience with our professional cooking services, private chef experiences, and culinary education programs in Chicago.

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About Encounter Cooking

With over a decade of culinary expertise, Encounter Cooking brings restaurant-quality dining experiences directly to your home. Our team of professional chefs specializes in creating memorable culinary moments for every occasion.

From intimate dinner parties to large celebrations, cooking classes to meal prep services, we're passionate about sharing our love for exceptional food and creating unforgettable experiences for our clients throughout Chicago and beyond.

Our commitment to using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and innovative cooking techniques ensures that every dish we create exceeds your expectations.

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Our Culinary Services

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Private Chef Services

Enjoy restaurant-quality meals in the comfort of your home with our experienced private chefs who customize menus to your preferences.

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Event Catering

Make your special events memorable with our comprehensive catering services, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations.

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Cooking Classes

Learn from the pros with our hands-on cooking classes, perfect for beginners and experienced cooks looking to expand their skills.

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Meal Prep Services

Save time with our healthy meal preparation services, featuring customized weekly menus tailored to your dietary needs.

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Wine Pairing Dinners

Elevate your dining experience with expertly curated wine pairing dinners that complement our seasonal menus perfectly.

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Special Occasion Dining

Celebrate life's special moments with custom-designed menus for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and other milestone events.

Why Choose Encounter Cooking?

Professional Excellence

Our certified chefs bring years of restaurant experience to your kitchen

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Fresh Local Ingredients

We source the finest local and seasonal ingredients for every dish

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Customized Menus

Every menu is tailored to your preferences and dietary requirements

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Convenient Service

Enjoy fine dining without leaving the comfort of your home

What Our Clients Say

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Chicago Resident

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"Encounter Cooking transformed our anniversary dinner into an unforgettable experience. The chef was professional, the food was exceptional, and the service was flawless. Highly recommended!"

Michael Chen

Michael Chen

Business Executive

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"The cooking classes are fantastic! I've learned so much and can now impress my family with restaurant-quality meals. The instructors are patient and knowledgeable."

Emily Rodriguez

Emily Rodriguez

Event Planner

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"We use Encounter Cooking for all our corporate events. Their attention to detail and culinary creativity never fails to impress our clients. True professionals!"

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📍 3348 High Street, Chicago, 23897, United States
🕒 Mon-Sun: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM