4616 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Cooking Classes at
The Ancestral Oven
Sourdough Bread Making
with Chef George
Join our Sourdough Bread Class to master artisan baking techniques in a hands-on setting. This interactive session covers the essentials of sourdough, including starter care, proofing, shaping, and baking for consistently delicious results. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this class is bookable as an individual or group.
Looking to book multiple people for the same class? Register each attendee separately. If you have questions, reach out to us directly.
Cooking Classes
with Chef George
Join our Cooking Classes designed to help you build essential culinary skills in a hands-on environment. With easy-to-follow recipes and personalized instruction, you’ll learn techniques for preparing a variety of dishes with confidence. Perfect for individuals looking to enhance their cooking abilities, or beginners just starting out. This class is suitable for all experience levels. We offer both pastry and savory courses at all levels.
Looking to book multiple people for the same class? Register each attendee separately. If you have questions, reach out to us directly.
Kids & Family Baking Classes in 2026
Hands-On Baking Classes for Kids & Families at The Ancestral Oven
The Ancestral Oven offers hands-on kids baking classes, family baking classes, and summer baking camps designed for all ages. Our classes focus on from-scratch baking, teaching real bakery skills in a warm, welcoming café environment. Whether you’re looking for a weekend activity, a family night out, or a multi-day baking camp, our program is built for learning, creativity, and connection.
All classes include high-quality ingredients, expert instruction, and baked goods to take home.
Weekly Baking Classes (During School Year)
Sundays | 75–90 minutes
Our rotating Sunday baking classes teach foundational baking skills in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Classes include:
Soft Pretzels from Scratch
Pizza Dough to Table 🍕
Cinnamon Rolls & Monkey Bread
Cookies, Brownies & Scones
Focaccia & Breads
Cupcakes, Hand Pies & Tarts
Junior Pastry Chef Skills Day
Perfect for families looking for kids baking classes or family activities.
Summer Baking Classes & Camps (June - August)
Mondays | 90-120 minutes
Weekly Summer Classes
Donuts from Scratch (Baked)
Seasonal Fruit Galettes
Pizza and Bread Making
Pasta Rolling
Multi-Day Baking Camps (New)
Junior Bakers Camp (4 Days)
Bread & Savory Camp (3 Days)
Pastry & Desserts Camp (4 Days)
Camps offer deeper skill-building and daily take-home baked goods.
Family Cooking Nights (New)
Select classes are offered as Family Nights, where kids and adults cook together.
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All ages welcome
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Shared or individual projects
Pricing
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Single Classes: $40–$55 per participant
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Family Nights: $145 per family of 4
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+$25 per additional participant
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Summer Camps: $195–$260 per camper
All pricing includes ingredients, instruction, recipes, and packaging.
We can’t wait to bake with you!