NAPCA offers the classic teachings and traditions for all levels of students in our $1 Million facility and event space. We host hands-on workshops, demonstrations, kids events, special events and more. We’re here to show you how easy, fun and rewarding cooking can be.
The 5-day Pizzaioli course includes theory and hands-on learning according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli in Italy. 1 and 3 day non certification immersion courses are also available.
Watch a chef instructor teach and prepare a multi-course meal from start to finish in a fun, interactive and informative setting. This allows you to hone in on all the questions you may have about cooking and then enjoy a deliciously prepared multi-course meal.
Work amongst other chefs and to create dishes from start to finish. Your Chef instructor will teach proper techniques through individual and group work to elevate your cooking. At the end you’ll consume a full meal of what you created.
Have a budding chef at home? These classes focus on recipe reading, understanding flavors and ingredients, kitchen safety, knife skills, sanitation, sautéing, mixing, working in groups and more! They will prepare a full 4 item meal from start to finish in a fun, hands-on environment.
Host your next gathering in our state of the art contemporary space. We work closely with your budget and type of event to bring your vision to life. Each event is unique and has options.
We host special themed events throughout the year. Whether it's holiday related or just for extra fun - grab your crew and join us for an enjoyable and lively outing.
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Friday, April 18th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
The signature dish of Spain, paella is a feast for all the senses—from the diffinative saffron hue to its amazing scent and incredible flavor.
Saturday, April 19th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Please join us for a Tuscan inspire wine event.
Saturday, April 19th, 2025; 10am-1pm
Master the macaron in this in-depth, three-hour class.
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Part of our mission at NAPCA is showing the world the different styles of Italian and American pizzas one pie at a time.
Monday, April 14th - Friday, April 18th, 2025
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
Friday, April 25th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
You too can make fresh pasta with these step-by-step techniques for making perfect dough every time
Saturday, April 26th, 2025; 9am-4pm
This 1 Day Pizza Class is the pizza class you have been looking for!
Tuesday, April 29th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Do you love Stuffed deep dish pizza but you don't know how to make it at home?
April 29th - May 1st, 2025; 9am-4pm
Explore the diverse world of American pizza in this hands-on 3-day class, where you’ll learn to craft six iconic pizza styles from across the United States.
May 2nd, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
This is the night you have been waiting for!
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Pizza is as Italian as it gets and no one does it better than Chicago!
Friday, May 9th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Immerse yourself in the flavors of Italy, and you and your plus one may fall in love all over again—with food, anyway.
Saturday, May 10th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Part of our mission at NAPCA is showing the world the different types of Italian and American pizzas one pie at a time.
Thursday, May 15th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Part of our mission at NAPCA is showing the world the different styles of Italian and American pizzas one pie at a time.
Friday, May 16th, 2025; 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Pasta often steals the show, especially at an Italian restaurant, but sauces are the unsung hero of Italian cuisine
Tuesday, May 20th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Part of our mission at NAPCA is showing the world the different types of Italian and American pizzas one pie at a time.
Saturday, May 24th, 2025; 10:30am-1pm
It is a truth universally acknowledged—fried dough is delicious.
Wednesday, May 28th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
We are making tavern style pizza at NAPCA! The debate will always continue, deep dish or tavern style, what is REAL Chicago pizza?
Monday, June 23rd - Friday, June 27th, 2025
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
Monday, June 16th - Friday, June 20th, 2025; 10am-12pm
Our Summer camps series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Monday, June 16th - Friday, June 20th, 2025; 2pm-4pm
Our Summer camps series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Monday, July 14th - Friday, July 18th, 2025; 10am-12pm
Our Summer camps series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Monday, July 14th - Friday, July 18th, 2025; 2pm-4pm
Our Summer camps series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Monday, August 4th - Friday, August 8th, 2025; 10am-12pm
Help your child discover their inner chef with our 5-Day Summer Series!
Monday, August 4th - Friday, August 8th, 2025; 2pm-4pm
Help your child discover their inner chef with our 5-Day Summer Series!
August 18th - August 22nd; 9am-4pm
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
October 20th - October 24th, 2025; 9am-4pm
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
December 8th - 12th, 2025; 9am-4pm
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
Saturday, April 26th, 2025; 9am-4pm
This 1 Day Pizza Class is the pizza class you have been looking for!
Monday, April 14th - Friday, April 18th, 2025
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
Monday, June 23rd - Friday, June 27th, 2025
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
August 18th - August 22nd; 9am-4pm
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
October 20th - October 24th, 2025; 9am-4pm
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
December 8th - 12th, 2025; 9am-4pm
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
April 29th - May 1st, 2025; 9am-4pm
Explore the diverse world of American pizza in this hands-on 3-day class, where you’ll learn to craft six iconic pizza styles from across the United States.
Friday, April 4th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
This is the night you have been waiting for!
Saturday, April 19th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Please join us for a Tuscan inspire wine event.
May 2nd, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
This is the night you have been waiting for!
Friday, April 18th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
The signature dish of Spain, paella is a feast for all the senses—from the diffinative saffron hue to its amazing scent and incredible flavor.
Saturday, April 19th, 2025; 10am-1pm
Master the macaron in this in-depth, three-hour class.
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Part of our mission at NAPCA is showing the world the different styles of Italian and American pizzas one pie at a time.
Tuesday, April 29th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Do you love Stuffed deep dish pizza but you don't know how to make it at home?
Friday, April 25th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
You too can make fresh pasta with these step-by-step techniques for making perfect dough every time
Friday, May 9th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Immerse yourself in the flavors of Italy, and you and your plus one may fall in love all over again—with food, anyway.
Friday, May 16th, 2025; 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Pasta often steals the show, especially at an Italian restaurant, but sauces are the unsung hero of Italian cuisine
Saturday, May 24th, 2025; 10:30am-1pm
It is a truth universally acknowledged—fried dough is delicious.
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Pizza is as Italian as it gets and no one does it better than Chicago!
Saturday, May 10th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Part of our mission at NAPCA is showing the world the different types of Italian and American pizzas one pie at a time.
Thursday, May 15th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Part of our mission at NAPCA is showing the world the different styles of Italian and American pizzas one pie at a time.
Tuesday, May 20th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Part of our mission at NAPCA is showing the world the different types of Italian and American pizzas one pie at a time.
Wednesday, May 28th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
We are making tavern style pizza at NAPCA! The debate will always continue, deep dish or tavern style, what is REAL Chicago pizza?
Monday, March 10th, 2025; 4:30pm-6:30pm
You're young chef will love our Kid's Kitchen Take over Series.
Monday, June 16th - Friday, June 20th, 2025; 10am-12pm
Our Summer camps series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Monday, June 16th - Friday, June 20th, 2025; 2pm-4pm
Our Summer camps series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Monday, July 14th - Friday, July 18th, 2025; 10am-12pm
Our Summer camps series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Monday, July 14th - Friday, July 18th, 2025; 2pm-4pm
Our Summer camps series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Monday, August 4th - Friday, August 8th, 2025; 10am-12pm
Help your child discover their inner chef with our 5-Day Summer Series!
Monday, August 4th - Friday, August 8th, 2025; 2pm-4pm
Help your child discover their inner chef with our 5-Day Summer Series!
Monday, April 7th, 2025; 4:30pm-6:30pm
In this class, your budding foodie with discover how homemade pasta is so simple, yet so worth the effort in this hands-on class.
Saturday, April 12th, 2025; 11am-3pm
COMPETITOR - NAPCA to host 6th annual Festa della Sopressata
Saturday, April 19th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Please join us for a Tuscan inspire wine event.
Had a fun night learning to make a Chicago Tavern Style pizza. This is a hands on class. We made our own dough and sauce. Then we rolled it out and watched it bake. They provided salad and dessert too! We went home with the dough we made and extra sauce so we could make another pizza at home. Fun class in a world class facility. Highly recommend you try it for date night or with a group.
Just finished the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli certification course, and I highly recommend to any serious pizza maker. They flew in Scuola Master Instructor, Fabio Sebastiani from Italy, and I learned so much from him. The academy’s staff from Anthony, Dan, Chuck, Shawn, and many others (most who are also certified pizzaiolos) brought a wealth of knowledge and were dedicated to providing a educational/fun/and positive experience to us students. Not to mention, the facility is TOP NOTCH! Can’t thank the team enough for assisting me to make my craft and restaurant, West by God CoalFired Pizza, a success.
I literally love this place! I made home made dough and it was the best experience ever! I also got to make my own pizza in the back with the big ovens! I literally am in love. I recommend you come here with friends or family and just have the time of your life!
