Pack it, stack it, snack it—your back‑to‑school kitchen is calling

Game Day Brunch with Chef Gina

Sunday, September 13
$65.00

Kick off Chicago football season the most delicious way possible—with an unforgettable brunch at The Joyful Gourmet! Join the incredibly talented and fun Chef Gina for a lively, hands-on cooking class filled with bold flavors, creative recipes, and plenty of team spirit.

Whether you’re hosting the ultimate watch party or simply looking to elevate your weekend brunch game, you’ll learn techniques and recipes that are guaranteed to impress family and friends all season long. From savory breakfast sliders to indulgent French toast, every dish is designed to be a game-day favorite.

This interactive class is perfect for cooks of all skill levels. Come with friends, family, or fellow fans, roll up your sleeves, and enjoy a morning of cooking, learning, and great food. You’ll leave with full recipes, new kitchen confidence, and brunch ideas you’ll be making long after the final whistle.

Menu

  • Smash Burger Breakfast Sliders with Breakfast Sausage, Fried Egg, Sharp Cheddar & Maple Dijon
  • Crispy Baby Potatoes with Roasted Garlic Aioli
  • Million Dollar Bacon with Brown Sugar, Maple, Black Pepper & a Hint of Cayenne
  • Bananas Foster French Toast Bake with Bourbon Caramel Sauce & Fresh Whipped Cream

Bring your appetite, your game-day excitement, and your favorite people—we’ll provide the ingredients, expert instruction, and take care of the cleanup. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the start of football season at The Joyful Gourmet!

Participation Cooking Class: Aprons and workstations will be set up for you while your Chef-Instructor walks you through each course and giving you lots of tips and tricks along the way.

Chef: Gina

Coffee and Tea are complimentary.  Wine, beer, soda, and San Pelligrino can be purchased at the wine bar.

10% off all regularly priced merchandise during the event.

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Game Day Brunch with Chef Gina
$ 65.00
12 available
Chef
Gina Bangser
Date and time
Sunday, September 13
10:00am -
12:00pm
Location
The Joyful Gourmet
542 N Milwaukee Ave.
Libertyville, IL 60048
Cancellation Policy

If you cannot make your reservation, we do encourage you to attempt to find someone that would enjoy attending. We can only issue a credit for you to attend a future event (6 month expiration). Within 72 hours we are not able to offer a credit as we’ve already incurred food and help costs.

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Gina Bangser

Known as @ginasnackarita, Chef Gina has built her reputation around the art of the snack — from colorful mezze boards and clever crostini to dips, spreads, and bites that make everyday ingredients shine. A private chef and engaging culinary instructor, she teaches cooking classes that are equal parts fun and practical, filled with the kitchen hacks her students swear deserve a class of their own. She brings food to life through live demonstrations, ghostwrites recipes for food brands, and manages social media for The Joyful Gourmet, always infusing her work with warmth, creativity, and her signature snack-focused flair. Whether she’s plating up a grazing board or guiding a hands-on class, Gina proves that snacks aren’t just food — they’re a lifestyle.

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