Calling all cookie bakers! It's time to submit your recipes to the Chicago Tribune's Holiday Cookie Contest. hubs.la/Q03M9fZZ0

Congratulations to the winner of our Apple Fest raffle: Lucas Cruz! Lucas was selected randomly from over 300 entries collected during the festival. We'll continue to offer our class raffle in our store and draw a winner each month so stop in to shop and enter!

It's that time of year again! We need you to nominate The Chopping Block for Best Cooking Classes in Chicago Reader's Best of Chicago 2025 competition. We've been granted this honor for the past five years by Chicagoans, and we want to keep our streak! hubs.la/Q03Mpn740

Discover the revamped Culinary Boot Camp 2, designed to elevate your cooking skills with advanced techniques, global flavors, and creative challenges for ambitious home cooks. hubs.la/Q03MyFR80

Journey to the Mediterranean—no passport required! This Friday 10/10 at 6:30pm, join us for an exploration of French, Italian & Spanish wines paired with Mediterranean bites. Taste. Learn. Live the good life. Register now: hubs.la/Q03Mz3WN0 #WineTasting #ChicagoEvents

Join on an adventurous Pacific Northwest mushroom hunt and discover the joys of foraging chanterelles, complete with delicious recipes to utilize your haul to elevate risotto and fish. hubs.la/Q03MMTzW0

Oktoberfest, TCB-style! 🇩🇪 Join us Fri 10/10 at 6pm for a hands-on Date Night: Oktoberfest and cook your way to Germany — pretzels, schnitzel, and plenty of fun included. 🍻hubs.la/Q03MHqJr0

Discover the story behind Keep It Savory, a Chicago-based flavored salt company, and get some sweet recipes featuring their vanilla bean sea salt. hubs.la/Q03MYddR0

Gluten-free doesn’t mean flavor-free. 🍪 This Saturday at 11am, join our Hands-On Gluten-Free Baking and Pastry class and learn to create muffins, cookies, biscuits & galettes that are every bit as delicious as the originals. Reserve your spot: hubs.la/Q03MXZjC0

Discover the heritage of Carolina Gold Rice and learn a unique Southern cooking technique with a delicious crab fried rice recipe. hubs.la/Q03N6Cyw0

Tired of $50 sushi nights? 🍣 Learn to roll your own in our Hands-On Sushi Workshop on Sat 10/11 at 6pm. Save money, sharpen skills, and eat better at home. hubs.la/Q03N0d9p0

SHORT, Sweet & Savory — Do You Like the New Newsletter Format? 👍hubs.la/Q03N8RVt0

This week in our private Facebook group, we discussed how to add flavor with pesto, gluten-free baking, how to measure sticky ingredients like honey, new fall menu for Pasta & Gnocchi Workshop and a better sub for croutons. Join the conversation: hubs.la/Q03N8RQf0

Transform your fall meals with a savory apple cider glazed chicken recipe. Elevate your dish with a tangy, aromatic glaze for a unique twist on traditional flavors. hubs.la/Q03Nssjq0

Next week: Chef Neal’s Tasting Table Demo 🍷 Taste your way through a creative 4-course menu inspired by his personal culinary notebooks. Includes a wine pairing + chef insights. Seats are limited — grab yours: hubs.la/Q03NsdYY0

Discover a simplified yet flavorful version of the Burmese coconut milk noodle soup, Ohn No Khao Swè, complete with a rich, creamy base and delectable toppings. hubs.la/Q03NK7Nm0

Team building never tasted so good! CHICAGO PLANNER MAGAZINE highlights how The Chopping Block helps companies cook, connect, and celebrate together through hands-on culinary events. hubs.la/Q03NPH_M0

Sail the Great Lakes with Victory II and explore an exceptional selection of wines, expertly paired with gourmet dishes for an unforgettable experience. hubs.la/Q03NXRFb0

Fall Wine Stroll tickets are now on sale and IYKYK. Don't hesitate to get yours - these go fast! LincolnSq-Ravenswood hubs.la/Q03NXDL90

Learn how to make juicy apple turkey burgers at home with this easy recipe, perfect for adding seasonal flavors to your meals. hubs.la/Q03P8czv0