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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Thursday, January 23rd, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Is Buttery Flaky Cornmeal Crust your go to for deep dish?
Saturday, January 25th, 2025; 11am-1:30pm
This class is back by popular demand.
Monday January 27th - Friday, January 31st, 2025
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
Tuesday, January 28th, 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, January 31st, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
This is the night you have been waiting for! Join us in a celebration of pizza and wine tasting from Fergedaboudit Vineyard & Winery!
Saturday, February 1st, 2025; 10am-1pm
Craving Italian sweets? Save yourself the long flight and spend your time in the kitchen with us creating these amazing desserts.
Saturday, February 1st, 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, February 5th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Chicago style pizza that is not quite deep dish, not quite stuffed.
Friday, February 7th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
This is the night you have been waiting for! Join us in a celebration of pizza and prosecco and watch our Pizzaioli at work!
Saturday, February 8th, 2025; 11am-2pm
If you love fresh bagels but think you could never make them at home, this hands on class is for you!
Monday, February 10th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Discover how homemade pasta is more than worth the effort in this hands-on class.
Thursday, February 13th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Pizza is as Italian as it gets and no one does it better than Chicago!
Friday, February 14th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Grab your Valentine and get cozy in the kitchen for an unforgettable Date Night class full of luxurious Italian dishes.
Saturday, February 15th, 2025; 10am-1pm
Unlock the secrets of mastering croissants but the Italian way.
Monday, February 17th, 2025; 4:30pm-6:30pm
Designed for ages 7+, our kids winter series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Tuesday, February 18th, 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
February 19th - February 21st, 2025; 9am-4pm
The 3-day pizza immersion class is designed for the more advanced pizza maker.
Friday, February 21st, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
We’ll show you how to sear steak the Italian way with a few simple ingredients; olive oil, lemon and fresh herbs.
Wednesday, February 26, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
We are making tavern style pizza at NAPCA!
Thursday, March 6th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Is Buttery Flaky Cornmeal Crust your go to for deep dish?
Friday, March 7th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
This is the night you have been waiting for!
Saturday, March 8th, 2025; 9am-4pm
This 1 Day Pizza Class is the pizza class you have been looking for!
Tuesday, March 11th, 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.
Saturday, March 15th, 2025; 11am-1:30pm
So many of you have been asking for a homemade focaccia bread class... we thought we'd give it to you!
Wednesday, March 19th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Pizza is as Italian as it gets and no one does it better than Chicago!
Saturday, March 22nd, 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, March 27th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Do you love Stuffed deep dish pizza but you don't know how to make it at home? Look no further - this is the class for you.
Saturday, March 29th, 2025; 11am-1:30pm
This class is back by popular demand.
Tuesday, April 1st, 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
Monday, April 7th - Friday, April 11th, 2025
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!
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 12th - May 16th, 2025; 9am-4pm
This 5-day hands-on course explores two iconic styles of Roman pizza, particularly from the Lazio region of central 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.
Monday January 27th - Friday, January 31st, 2025
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
February 19th - February 21st, 2025; 9am-4pm
The 3-day pizza immersion class is designed for the more advanced pizza maker.
Saturday, March 8th, 2025; 9am-4pm
This 1 Day Pizza Class is the pizza class you have been looking for!
Saturday, April 26th, 2025; 9am-4pm
This 1 Day Pizza Class is the pizza class you have been looking for!
Monday, April 7th - Friday, April 11th, 2025
Our 5-day Pizzaiolo Certification Course is taught according to the guidelines and curriculum of the Scuola Italiana Pizzaioli, in Italy.
May 12th - May 16th, 2025; 9am-4pm
This 5-day hands-on course explores two iconic styles of Roman pizza, particularly from the Lazio region of central 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, January 3rd, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
This is the night you have been waiting for! Join us in a celebration of pizza and prosecco and watch our Pizzaioli at work!
Friday, February 7th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
This is the night you have been waiting for! Join us in a celebration of pizza and prosecco and watch our Pizzaioli at work!
Friday, January 31st, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
This is the night you have been waiting for! Join us in a celebration of pizza and wine tasting from Fergedaboudit Vineyard & Winery!
Wednesday, January 15th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
We are making tavern style pizza at NAPCA!
Thursday, January 23rd, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Is Buttery Flaky Cornmeal Crust your go to for deep dish?
Tuesday, January 28th, 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, January 17th, 2024; 6:30pm-8:30pm
The signature dish of Spain, paella is a feast for all the senses
Saturday, January 25th, 2025; 11am-1:30pm
This class is back by popular demand.
Saturday, December 28th, 2024; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Ring in the new year with a celebratory spread!
Saturday, January 11th, 2025; 11am-2pm
Come join us for a Master Soppresatta Making Class!
Saturday, January 18th, 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, February 8th, 2025; 11am-2pm
If you love fresh bagels but think you could never make them at home, this hands on class is for you!
Saturday, February 1st, 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, February 5th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Chicago style pizza that is not quite deep dish, not quite stuffed.
Saturday, February 1st, 2025; 10am-1pm
Craving Italian sweets? Save yourself the long flight and spend your time in the kitchen with us creating these amazing desserts.
Thursday, February 13th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Pizza is as Italian as it gets and no one does it better than Chicago!
Monday, February 10th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Discover how homemade pasta is more than worth the effort in this hands-on class.
Tuesday, February 18th, 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
Friday, February 14th, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Grab your Valentine and get cozy in the kitchen for an unforgettable Date Night class full of luxurious Italian dishes.
Saturday, February 15th, 2025; 10am-1pm
Unlock the secrets of mastering croissants but the Italian way.
February 19th - February 21st, 2025; 9am-4pm
The 3-day pizza immersion class is designed for the more advanced pizza maker.
Wednesday, February 26, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
We are making tavern style pizza at NAPCA!
Thursday, March 6th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Is Buttery Flaky Cornmeal Crust your go to for deep dish?
Friday, March 7th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
This is the night you have been waiting for!
Saturday, March 8th, 2025; 9am-4pm
This 1 Day Pizza Class is the pizza class you have been looking for!
Tuesday, March 11th, 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.
Saturday, March 15th, 2025; 11am-1:30pm
So many of you have been asking for a homemade focaccia bread class... we thought we'd give it to you!
Wednesday, March 19th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Pizza is as Italian as it gets and no one does it better than Chicago!
Saturday, March 22nd, 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, March 27th, 2025; 6pm-8:30pm
Do you love Stuffed deep dish pizza but you don't know how to make it at home? Look no further - this is the class for you.
Saturday, March 29th, 2025; 11am-1:30pm
This class is back by popular demand.
Tuesday, April 1st, 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
Friday, February 21st, 2025; 6:30pm-8:30pm
We’ll show you how to sear steak the Italian way with a few simple ingredients; olive oil, lemon and fresh herbs.
Monday, January 13th, 2025; 4:30pm-6:30pm
Designed for ages 7-11, our Kid's kitchen take over series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Monday, February 17th, 2025; 4:30pm-6:30pm
Designed for ages 7+, our kids winter series will help your child become a more creative and confident cook!
Friday, November 22nd, 2024; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Please join us for a Tuscan inspire wine event.
Friday, December 13th, 2024; 6pm-8:30pm
Join us for a special edition Pizza & Prosecco with a Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
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!