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.

Class Times: 5:30–8:30 pm for cooking classes; 6:00–9:00 for wine classes, unless stated otherwise.

June, 2026

Thursday, June 18

Packing a French Picnic Instructors: Chef Chris Thielman & Sommelier Karen Thielman

The French have a Je ne sais quoi when it comes to outdoor dining. It is an art within itself. Join us as Chef Thielman prepares a delicious picnic and learn the secret to this art. Sommelier Karen has two great Provencal wines picked out to complement this outdoor feast. Everyone attending this class will receive a Suzette's Cooler Bag to pack their own future French Picnic Fare.

Cost: $125.00 per person plus gratuity. To register, call: 630.462.0898.

Thursday, June 25

Sancerre, Not Just White Wine! Instructor: Anton Maletich

Most people are familar with France's most famous Sauvignon Blanc Wine, Sancerre Blanc, but have you ever tasted a Sancerre Rouge? How about a Sancerre Rosé? At this class you get to experience some outstanding examples of what Pinot Noir from Sancerre tastes like in addition to a number of examples of Sancerre Blanc from varied terroirs!

Taste how the flinty soils of "La Cote des Monts Damnes", Those Damned Hills, influence that famous AOP and hear a little about the facinating history of this historic French region. We will explore Six Sancerre's from varied pedigrees accompanied by a Four Course dinner created by Chef Ryan Ries. Six Wines, Four Courses.

Cost: $150.00 per person plus gratuity. To register, call: 630.462.0898.

Stay tuned for more incredible classes!