Suzette’s L’Ecole—Class Schedule

Join us for cooking & beverage classes that are approachable, inviting and creative

Call us at: 630.462.0898 to sign up for a class, or for more information. Online registration available below.

All classes are 5:30–8:30 pm, unless stated otherwise.

We are so excited to announce that we have scheduled three Cooking Classes for this summer. Chef Chris Thielman and his wife, Karen, (Full bio here) will be instructing three classes this summer centered on French cuisine, wine and culture. Along with instruction, the class will be peppered with personal experiences from their extensive travel in France. Chef Chris is a 32 year instructor at the College of DuPage Culinary Arts Program. Karen is the recipient of the Chevalier dans l'Ordre des Palmes Academiques from the government of France as well as a Certified specialist of Wines with the Society of Wine Educators. 

All Classes will end around the table with a tasting of the food prepared and wines specifically chosen to go with the food prepared. And, of course, convivial conversation about our French adventures experienced or yet to come.

November

Thursday, November 7

Lyon—The Gastronomic Capital of the WorldInstructors: Chef Chris Thielman & Karen Thielman

Enjoy this menu created by Chef Chris Thielman & Karen Thielman. Chef Chris Thielman and his wife, Karen, (Full bio here) will be instructing this class centered on French cuisine, wine and culture. Along with instruction, the class will be peppered with personal experiences from their extensive travel in France. Chef Chris is a 32 year instructor at the College of DuPage Culinary Arts Program. Karen is the recipient of the Chevalier dans l'Ordre des Palmes Academiques from the government of France as well as a Certified specialist of Wines with the Society of Wine Educators. 

All Classes will end around the table with a tasting of the food prepared and wines specifically chosen to go with the food prepared. And, of course, convivial conversation about our French adventures experienced or yet to come. More details about the menu for this class to follow. This class is $125 per person plus gratuity; 5:30–8:30 pm.

Thursday, NOVEMBER 14

Why Is Everyone So Excited About Beaujolais!?  Instructor: Anton Maletic

There is more to Beaujolais than the Nouveau. This class is about "Cru" wines from Beaujolais. Not those fun, young, light and fruity Nouveau Beaujolais wines that will be released the following week, but the “Crus”, the crème de la crème of the Beaujolais region. Bigger and bolder than Nouveau, these wines are bursting with juicy goodness. Just as fun, but just a little more serious. Cru Beaujolais pairs great with a wide range of foods but they are also delicious sipped all by themselves. A good wine to think about around the Thanksgiving Table. Join us and I will share with you some history and lore from this famous French wine region while we sample SIX of the regions top Crus. Chef Alejandro has created a festive menu to accompany this festive wine. Come give it a taste! $125 per person plus gratuity.

December

Thursday, DecemBER 5

Bubbles! Bubbles! Bubbles!  Instructor: Anton Maletic

Six types of Bubbles and a Holiday Feast! There is no better way to kick off the Holidays than an evening at Suzette's with Bubbles and a Four Course Paired Feast prepared by Chef Alex. This class fills up fast, so register today! $150 per person plus gratuity.

Thursday, December 12

Alsace and the Christmas MarketsInstructors: Chef Chris Thielman & Karen Thielman

Enjoy this menu created by Chef Chris Thielman & Karen Thielman. Chef Chris Thielman and his wife, Karen, (Full bio here) will be instructing this class centered on French cuisine, wine and culture. Along with instruction, the class will be peppered with personal experiences from their extensive travel in France. Chef Chris is a 32 year instructor at the College of DuPage Culinary Arts Program. Karen is the recipient of the Chevalier dans l'Ordre des Palmes Academiques from the government of France as well as a Certified specialist of Wines with the Society of Wine Educators. 

All Classes will end around the table with a tasting of the food prepared and wines specifically chosen to go with the food prepared. And, of course, convivial conversation about our French adventures experienced or yet to come. More details about the menu for this class to follow. This class is $125 per person plus gratuity; 5:30–8:30 pm.

January, 2025

Thursday, January 16

Foods of the French AlpineInstructors: Chef Chris Thielman & Karen Thielman

Enjoy this menu created by Chef Chris Thielman & Karen Thielman. Chef Chris Thielman and his wife, Karen, (Full bio here) will be instructing this class centered on French cuisine, wine and culture. Along with instruction, the class will be peppered with personal experiences from their extensive travel in France. Chef Chris is a 32 year instructor at the College of DuPage Culinary Arts Program. Karen is the recipient of the Chevalier dans l'Ordre des Palmes Academiques from the government of France as well as a Certified specialist of Wines with the Society of Wine Educators. 

All Classes will end around the table with a tasting of the food prepared and wines specifically chosen to go with the food prepared. And, of course, convivial conversation about our French adventures experienced or yet to come. More details about the menu for this class to follow. This class is $125 per person plus gratuity; 5:30–8:30 pm.

Stay tuned for more incredible classes!