Learn to Knit **SOLD OUT**
New year, new hobby! Join us for a dish cloth knitting workshop—perfect for beginners. Your ticket includes knitting needles, 100% cotton yarn, a dish cloth pattern, and a glass of wine or a Moody’s Spritz to sip while you stitch. Come learn something new, unwind, and leave with a handmade piece you’ll actually use. 🍷🧵
Pasta Sauce Flight Class **SOLD OUT**
🍝 Pasta Sauce Flight: A Roman-Inspired Experience — $80 per person
Explore the depth and diversity of classic Italian meat sauces in this immersive, chef-led class. Guests will enjoy a guided tasting of three iconic preparations, paired with freshly made pasta for a truly elevated dining experience.
In This Class, You Will:
🥓 Carbonara with Pancetta
– Learn the traditional Roman technique for creating a rich, silky carbonara using pancetta, egg, and cheese — no cream, just classic craftsmanship.
🍅 Ragù Bolognese
– Discover the slow-building flavors behind this timeless meat sauce, crafted for depth, balance, and comforting richness.
🌶 “Angry Roman” Arrabbiata
– Experience a bold, spicy tomato sauce featuring garlic, peperoncino, parsley, pancetta, and extra virgin olive oil — vibrant, assertive, and unmistakably Roman.
🍝 Handmade Cavatelli Pasta
– Get hands-on as you learn to shape fresh cavatelli by hand, creating the perfect vessel for each sauce.
🍷 Enjoy Your Pasta Flight for Dinner
– Finish the evening by mixing your freshly made pasta with the sauces and enjoying a shared, restaurant-style meal.
Includes:
– Complimentary glass of red or white wine
– 10% off Moody’s purchases after class
– Take home all recipes provided by the chef! Limited seats available. Perfect for all skill levels.
What to Know:
– Aprons and all necessary utensils are provided
– Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
– Please arrive early — class begins promptly at 6 PM
Full payment is required to reserve a spot. Cancellations within 24 hours will receive a 50% refund of the deposit.
Roasted Chicken Class
Classic Roasted Chicken Dinner at Moody’s! — $70 per person
Join us for a deliciously hands-on evening that brings it back to the basics—featuring classic techniques, fresh ingredients, and a comforting family-style meal. Chef Michael will guide you through essential skills with live demonstrations and interactive opportunities to learn:
🍗 How to break down and roast a half chicken
🍋 How to make a rich Lemon Caper Butter pan sauce
🍊 How to segment citrus
🥗 How to build a simple salad with homemade vinaigrette
🍞 How to make fluffy Southern-style biscuits from scratch
Relax and enjoy as Chef Michael prepares the full meal for the class to share family dinner-style, paired with your choice of a complimentary glass of red or white wine.
🍷 Includes a complimentary glass of red or white wine
🤑 10% off Moody’s purchases after class
🍗 Take home all recipes provided by the chef!
Limited seats available. Perfect for all skill levels.
What to Know:
👨🍳 We provide aprons and all necessary utensils
🥾 Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
⏰ Please try to arrive early – class starts right at 6 PM
Full payment is required for reserving a spot in class. If you need to cancel within 24 hours, 50% of your deposit will be refunded.
Manicotti Class
Classic Manicotti Night at Moody’s! — $70 per person
Join us for an Italian cooking experience where you’ll learn to make classic Manicotti! In this class, you’ll master the art of creating savory crepes as the base for your manicotti, then fill them with a rich and creamy ricotta filling seasoned to perfection. You’ll learn how to craft a full meal from scratch — and enjoy it together at the end.
First Half:
Class begins promptly at 6:00 PM. Chef Michael will guide you through essential skills with live demonstrations and interactive opportunities to learn:
🥞 Savory Crepes – the delicate base for your manicotti
🧀 Ricotta Filling – rich, creamy, and full of flavor
🧈 Garlic Compound Butter – perfect for fresh bread on the side
🥗 Italian Vinaigrette – bright and zesty to balance the meal
Second Half:
Relax and enjoy as Chef Michael prepares the full meal for the class to share family dinner-style, paired with your choice of a complimentary glass of red or white wine.
✨ Bonus: Enjoy 10% off Moody’s purchases at the end of class!
What to Know:
👨🍳 We provide aprons and all necessary utensils
🥾 Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
⏰ Please try to arrive early – class starts right at 6 PM
Perfect for home cooks of all levels, this class is about building confidence, learning classic techniques, and sharing great food together.
Full payment is required for reserving a spot in class. If you need to cancel within 24 hours, 50% of your deposit will be refunded.
Beef & Broccoli Class
🥢 Create Your Own Classic Beef & Broccoli Night! — $80 per person
Skip the takeout and learn how to make this beloved Chinese-American favorite from scratch — elevated with tender NY Strip steak, fresh vegetables, and comforting sides.
Learn How To:
🥩 Prepare & Sear NY Strip Steak
– Learn proper slicing, marinating, and high-heat cooking techniques to achieve tender, flavorful steak worthy of an upscale dining experience.
🥦 Build a Savory Beef & Broccoli Sauce
– Master a rich, glossy sauce that balances soy, garlic, and umami — perfect for coating steak and crisp-tender broccoli.
🥟 Prepare Pan Fried Veggie Dumplings
– Enjoy delicate vegetable dumplings fried to perfection and served alongside your dish.
🍚 Serve with Fluffy Steamed Rice
– Learn simple techniques for perfectly cooked rice to round out your meal.
Includes:
– Complimentary glass of red or white wine
– 10% off Moody’s purchases after class
– Take home all recipes provided by the chef! Limited seats available. Perfect for all skill levels.
What to Know:
– Aprons and all necessary utensils are provided
– Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
– Please arrive early — class begins promptly at 6 PM
Full payment is required to reserve a spot. Cancellations within 24 hours will receive a 50% refund of the deposit.
Pasta Sauce Flight Class
🍝 Pasta Sauce Flight: A Roman-Inspired Experience — $80 per person
Explore the depth and diversity of classic Italian meat sauces in this immersive, chef-led class. Guests will enjoy a guided tasting of three iconic preparations, paired with freshly made pasta for a truly elevated dining experience.
In This Class, You Will:
🥓 Carbonara with Pancetta
– Learn the traditional Roman technique for creating a rich, silky carbonara using pancetta, egg, and cheese — no cream, just classic craftsmanship.
🍅 Ragù Bolognese
– Discover the slow-building flavors behind this timeless meat sauce, crafted for depth, balance, and comforting richness.
🌶 “Angry Roman” Arrabbiata
– Experience a bold, spicy tomato sauce featuring garlic, peperoncino, parsley, pancetta, and extra virgin olive oil — vibrant, assertive, and unmistakably Roman.
🍝 Handmade Cavatelli Pasta
– Get hands-on as you learn to shape fresh cavatelli by hand, creating the perfect vessel for each sauce.
🍷 Enjoy Your Pasta Flight for Dinner
– Finish the evening by mixing your freshly made pasta with the sauces and enjoying a shared, restaurant-style meal.
Includes:
– Complimentary glass of red or white wine
– 10% off Moody’s purchases after class
– Take home all recipes provided by the chef! Limited seats available. Perfect for all skill levels.
What to Know:
– Aprons and all necessary utensils are provided
– Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
– Please arrive early — class begins promptly at 6 PM
Full payment is required to reserve a spot. Cancellations within 24 hours will receive a 50% refund of the deposit.
Roasted Chicken Class
Classic Roasted Chicken Dinner at Moody’s! — $70 per person
Join us for a deliciously hands-on evening that brings it back to the basics—featuring classic techniques, fresh ingredients, and a comforting family-style meal. Chef Michael will guide you through essential skills with live demonstrations and interactive opportunities to learn:
🍗 How to break down and roast a half chicken
🍋 How to make a rich Lemon Caper Butter pan sauce
🍊 How to segment citrus
🥗 How to build a simple salad with homemade vinaigrette
🍞 How to make fluffy Southern-style biscuits from scratch
Relax and enjoy as Chef Michael prepares the full meal for the class to share family dinner-style, paired with your choice of a complimentary glass of red or white wine.
🍷 Includes a complimentary glass of red or white wine
🤑 10% off Moody’s purchases after class
🍗 Take home all recipes provided by the chef!
Limited seats available. Perfect for all skill levels.
What to Know:
👨🍳 We provide aprons and all necessary utensils
🥾 Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
⏰ Please try to arrive early – class starts right at 6 PM
Full payment is required for reserving a spot in class. If you need to cancel within 24 hours, 50% of your deposit will be refunded.
Trivia Night!
The second Sunday of the month means don’t worry about dinner. Come answer some decent questions with us Sunday, December 14th at 4:00pm!
When you play you can choose from a wide variety of food in both take home options or if you can’t wait, we have some great menu items made fresh!
Moody’s is a more intimate setting which is perfect for a Sunday kind of trivia where you can unwind with a glass of wine and some good friends. Our last event was so much fun, I really hope you can come and experience it yourself!
Ornament Night Out
Join us for Ornament Night Out at Moody’s!
Get into the holiday spirit with a cozy afternoon of creativity, cocktails, and classic festive vibes. During this hands-on workshop, you’ll decorate and paint two custom ornaments to take home—perfect for gifting or adding a personal touch to your tree.
Your ticket includes a glass of wine or seasonal holiday cocktail, along with house snacks and dessert bites to graze on throughout the event. We’ll also be screening Home Alone, adding the perfect nostalgic backdrop while you craft, sip, and unwind.
Whether you’re coming solo, gathering a few friends, or planning a sweet pre-dinner date, this is the ideal way to kick off a December evening. The event wraps at 6pm, leaving plenty of time to head out to dinner—or grab something to go from Moody’s on your way home.
Come create, sip, snack, and get merry with us! 🎄✨
Manicotti Class
Join us for an Italian cooking experience where you’ll learn to make classic Manicotti! In this class, you’ll master the art of creating savory crepes as the base for your manicotti, then fill them with a rich and creamy ricotta filling seasoned to perfection. You’ll learn how to craft a full meal from scratch — and enjoy it together at the end.
First Half:
Class begins promptly at 6:00 PM. Chef Michael will guide you through essential skills with live demonstrations and interactive opportunities to learn:
🥞 Savory Crepes – the delicate base for your manicotti
🧀 Ricotta Filling – rich, creamy, and full of flavor
🧈 Garlic Compound Butter – perfect for fresh bread on the side
🥗 Italian Vinaigrette – bright and zesty to balance the meal
Second Half:
Relax and enjoy as Chef Michael prepares the full meal for the class to share family dinner-style, paired with your choice of a complimentary glass of red or white wine.
✨ Bonus: Enjoy 10% off Moody’s purchases at the end of class!
What to Know:
👨🍳 We provide aprons and all necessary utensils
🥾 Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
⏰ Please try to arrive early – class starts right at 6 PM
Perfect for home cooks of all levels, this class is about building confidence, learning classic techniques, and sharing great food together.
Full payment is required for reserving a spot in class. If you need to cancel within 24 hours, 50% of your deposit will be refunded.
Pie Demo with Chef Mollie
🥧 Pie Demo with Pastry Chef Mollie — $ 50
📅 Sunday, November 16th | 🕐 1:00–2:00 PM
Join us for a cozy, fall-inspired afternoon watching Pastry Chef Mollie work her magic in the kitchen! In this one-hour demo class, you’ll learn professional pie-making tips and tricks — just in time for the holidays.
What you’ll see (and taste!):
🥣 Pie Dough from Scratch – watch Mollie craft the perfect flaky crust
🎃 Pumpkin Pie – made with real pumpkin roasted right on our kitchen stove
🌰 Bourbon Pecan Pie – rich, buttery, and irresistibly sweet
What’s included:
🍷 A complimentary glass of wine
🍰 A slice of the freshly baked pie
📜 Printed recipes to take home
🛍️ 10% off purchases after class
Come sip, savor, and learn from one of the best — the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon! 🍂✨
What to Know:
👨🍳 We provide aprons and all necessary utensils
🥾 Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
⏰ Please try to arrive early – class starts right at 1 PM
Full payment is required for reserving a spot in class. If you need to cancel within 24 hours, 50% of your deposit will be refunded.
Roasted Chicken Class
Join us for a deliciously hands-on evening that brings it back to the basics—featuring classic techniques, fresh ingredients, and a comforting family-style meal. Chef Michael will guide you through essential skills with live demonstrations and interactive opportunities to learn:
🍗 How to break down and roast a half chicken
🍋 How to make a rich Lemon Caper Butter pan sauce
🍊 How to segment citrus
🥗 How to build a simple salad with homemade vinaigrette
🍞 How to make fluffy Southern-style biscuits from scratch
Relax and enjoy as Chef Michael prepares the full meal for the class to share family dinner-style, paired with your choice of a complimentary glass of red or white wine.
🍷 Includes a complimentary glass of red or white wine
🤑 10% off Moody’s purchases after class
🍗 Take home all recipes provided by the chef!
Limited seats available. Perfect for all skill levels.
What to Know:
👨🍳 We provide aprons and all necessary utensils
🥾 Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
⏰ Please try to arrive early – class starts right at 6 PM
Full payment is required for reserving a spot in class. If you need to cancel within 24 hours, 50% of your deposit will be refunded.
Trivia Night!
Let’s face it, Sundays were made for you to unwind and we have the perfect suggestion for you. Come to @moodyschicago for our first ever trivia event on Sunday, November 9 at 4:00! Compete with other people trying to skip the Sunday Scaries and if your team is victorious there will be a prize!
Come on out to Avondale’s newest meeting space where there is sure to be something for everyone! Skip making Sunday dinner and peruse our menu and stock up on anything you might need for the week all while sipping on a variety of beverages.
If you have been meaning to stop by OR you have been looking for an excuse to come back we have you covered with 6ish rounds of decent questions.
Pie Demo with Chef Mollie
🥧 Pie Demo with Pastry Chef Mollie — $ 50
📅 Sunday, November 9th | 🕐 1:00–2:00 PM
Join us for a cozy, fall-inspired afternoon watching Pastry Chef Mollie work her magic in the kitchen! In this one-hour demo class, you’ll learn professional pie-making tips and tricks — just in time for the holidays.
What you’ll see (and taste!):
🥣 Pie Dough from Scratch – watch Mollie craft the perfect flaky crust
🎃 Pumpkin Pie – made with real pumpkin roasted right on our kitchen stove
🌰 Bourbon Pecan Pie – rich, buttery, and irresistibly sweet
What’s included:
🍷 A complimentary glass of wine
🍰 A slice of the freshly baked pie
📜 Printed recipes to take home
🛍️ 10% off purchases after class
Come sip, savor, and learn from one of the best — the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon! 🍂✨
What to Know:
👨🍳 We provide aprons and all necessary utensils
🥾 Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
⏰ Please try to arrive early – class starts right at 1 PM
Full payment is required for reserving a spot in class. If you need to cancel within 24 hours, 50% of your deposit will be refunded.
Manicotti Class
Join us for an Italian cooking experience where you’ll learn to make classic Manicotti! In this class, you’ll master the art of creating savory crepes as the base for your manicotti, then fill them with a rich and creamy ricotta filling seasoned to perfection. You’ll learn how to craft a full meal from scratch — and enjoy it together at the end.
First Half:
Class begins promptly at 6:00 PM. Chef Michael will guide you through essential skills with live demonstrations and interactive opportunities to learn:
🥞 Savory Crepes – the delicate base for your manicotti
🧀 Ricotta Filling – rich, creamy, and full of flavor
🧈 Garlic Compound Butter – perfect for fresh bread on the side
🥗 Italian Vinaigrette – bright and zesty to balance the meal
Second Half:
Relax and enjoy as Chef Michael prepares the full meal for the class to share family dinner-style, paired with your choice of a complimentary glass of red or white wine.
✨ Bonus: Enjoy 10% off Moody’s purchases at the end of class!
What to Know:
👨🍳 We provide aprons and all necessary utensils
🥾 Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
⏰ Please try to arrive early – class starts right at 6 PM
Perfect for home cooks of all levels, this class is about building confidence, learning classic techniques, and sharing great food together.
Full payment is required for reserving a spot in class. If you need to cancel within 24 hours, 50% of your deposit will be refunded.
Roasted Chicken Class
Join us for a deliciously hands-on evening that brings it back to the basics—featuring classic techniques, fresh ingredients, and a comforting family-style meal. Chef Michael will guide you through essential skills with live demonstrations and interactive opportunities to learn:
🍗 How to break down and roast a half chicken
🍋 How to make a rich Lemon Caper Butter pan sauce
🍊 How to segment citrus
🥗 How to build a simple salad with homemade vinaigrette
🍞 How to make fluffy Southern-style biscuits from scratch
Relax and enjoy as Chef Michael prepares the full meal for the class to share family dinner-style, paired with your choice of a complimentary glass of red or white wine.
🍷 Includes a complimentary glass of red or white wine
🤑 10% off Moody’s purchases after class
🍗 Take home all recipes provided by the chef!
Limited seats available. Perfect for all skill levels.
What to Know:
👨🍳 We provide aprons and all necessary utensils
🥾 Please wear closed-toe shoes for safety
⏰ Please try to arrive early – class starts right at 6 PM
Full payment is required for reserving a spot in class. If you need to cancel within 24 hours, 50% of your deposit will be refunded.
Grand Opening Party!
We soft opened two months ago with a “let’s just go for it” mindset — and now we’re really here, Avondale! It’s time to celebrate! Come sip some wine, toast with us, and enter to win a custom gift basket 🧺 We love you ❤️
