Chicago's Community Kitchens, administered by the Greater Chicago Food Depository, offers a 12-week, hands-on foodservice program. Classes are taught by Chef Richard Margotta, a graduate of the School of Culinary Arts and Hotel Restaurant Management at Kendall College.

The following is a list of area schools:

ASIAN:
Heat Restaurant/Up, 1507 N. Sedgwick
Master Chef Kee Chan teaches sushi-making skills while providing insight into the Japanese culture during demonstrations held from noon to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The cost is $65 per person. Call (312) 397-9818.

Kurt Youngmann. Regional Chinese series in students' homes, tailored to students' needs and level of cooking skills. Hands-on sessions taught one-on-one. For one or two participants. Fee is $360 plus $120 food fee for six two-hour lessons. (847) 509-9161; e-mail: tgobbi@comcast.net.

Ruth Law. Hinsdale. Classes on light and healthy cuisines of China, Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia and India. Some participation. (630) 986-1595; e-mail: lawcooks2@netscape.net.

BARTENDING:
The American Professional Bartenders School, 634 S. Wabash
Weekly classes are offered at various locations throughout the city and suburbs.
Call (773) 227-8363; WEBSITE.

BAKING/CAKE DECORATING:
Chocolate Inspirations, Inc., 233 Town Acres Lane, Roselle
Beginning, advanced and professional level chocolate-making classes. Topics include: tempering, molding, decorative techniques, dipping, caramels, toffee, brittles, ganache and specialty holiday classes. New sessions begin in September. Call (630) 894-0898; WEBSITE.

Dine. 733 W. Madison. Chef Kate Milashus will offer a series of classes: Ice Cream/Sorbets, Saturday; Chocolate, Sept. 2; Quick Party Desserts, Sept. 9, and Dinner Desserts, Sept. 16. (312) 602-2100.

Eli's Cheesecake World, 6701 Forest Preserve Drive
Cooking classes and demonstrations. Reservations are required for all classes.
Call (773) 308-7002; WEBSITE.

Wilton School of Cake Decorating and Confectionery Art. 7511 Lemont Rd., Darien. More than 90 courses ranging from three to 67 hours are offered throughout the year. Topics include: continental and American cake decorating using buttercream, fondant, pulled sugar, flowers, confections and chocolate, baking and cake assembly. Miniworkshops for adults include: cookies, gingerbread, appetizers, desserts, food gifts and parties. Fees range from $75-$950. (630) 810-2888; www.school.wilton.com. Lee Mann, manager of consumer education, offers two-hour sessions in specialty and craft retail stores. (800) 942-8881; WEBSITE.

CATERING
Artistic Events by Carlyn Berghoff Catering, Inc. WEBSITE.

Chef Cali Bergold. In-home classes ranging from one-on-one basic lessons to class parties. Topics include knife skills, lobster 101 and couples romance menu. (312) 656-1363; WEBSITE.

Chef Fredy Cuisine. Chef Fredy Hernandez' full-service catering company offering professional-quality cooking classes. (312) 850-9511.

FIG Catering. In-home and locations throughout Chicago area. Offers personal instruction for both advanced and beginner cooks. Will conduct professional hands-on cooking classes for individuals, couples or groups. Classes are tailored to fit your needs. Covering everything from romantic dinners to book clubs and bridal showers. (773) 793-1035; WEBSITE.

CHILDREN/TEENS:
Creative Kids Corner, 3009 Central, Evanston
Chef instructors will teach children how to prepare sweet and savory treats. The class is designed for preschool and primary school age children. Registration is under way.
Call (847) 869-1199.

French Pastry School. Will host its first-ever pastry camp for high school students who might be thinking about a career as a pastry chef. Call for details. (312) 726-2419; WEBSITE.

Kinder Kitchen. Lynn Preis offers classes in your home featuring healthful recipes. Designed to suit each child. (773) 327-2469.

Princess and Pirate Parties. Customized children's classes include cake decorating, pizza and after-school snacks. $195 in-home. (708) 246-2329; WEBSITE.

FRENCH:
Chez Madelaine Cooking School. 425 Woodside, Hinsdale. Madelaine Bullwinkel's fall cooking workshops. (630) 655-0355; WEBSITE.

La Venture. Skokie. Sandra Bisceglie offers series of day or evening classes in French and Italian cooking, baking and cake decorating. (847) 679-8845.

Le Titi de Paris. 1015 W. Dundee, Arlington Heights. (847) 506-0222; WEBSITE.

Let's Go Bistro. 970 W. Warren, Downers Grove. Chef Michael Sodaro offers hands-on or demonstration classes for groups of eight to 16. Subjects include Cooking with Wine, Soups and Stocks. Also, 12-week series on Bistro Basics. (630) 795-0100; WEBSITE.

GENERAL:
Beautiful Food. 2111 Beechwood, Wilmette. Chef Charie MacDonald offers hands-on classes limited to six students. Reservations required. (847) 256-3979.

Bespoke Cuisine. 1358 W. Randolph. Owners Kim Shambrook and Jeannie Lukow provide a tailor-made program for clients based on the level of skill they are seeking. The school's signature class is the cooking party, which is a cooking class/dinner party among friends. Both parties collaborate on the menu and clients can bring guests. (312) 455-8400; WEBSITE.

Big Red Oven. Personal chef Eden Rosenbush specializes in seasonal cooking, emphasizing organics, baking and pastry. Customized small group classes taught in students' homes. Cooking class parties and corporate team building. Also offers food and wine tastings. (773) 288-7562; WEBSITE.

Bloomingdale's Home and Furniture. 600 N. Wabash; 4 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook; 376 Old Orchard Center, Skokie. Guest chefs offer free demonstrations in housewares department. At Old Orchard location (847) 675-5200, ext. 2399.

Calphalon Culinary Center, 1000 W. Washington
Classes offered throughout the year. The center features a hands-on teaching kitchen, demonstration kitchen and formal dining room. A variety of topics will be covered with classes ranging from intermediate to advanced. Single and series classes available. Call (312) 529-0100 or (866) 780-7799; or visit website: WEBSITE.

Charmed Cooking. Professional chefs provide hands-on and demonstration workshops, in-home or in commercial kitchens across Chicago, customized for individuals or groups. Also, family cooking and market tours. (312) 733-7595.

Chef Amaury's Epicurean Affair. 481 N. Commons, Aurora. Chef Amaury Rosado teaches classes with seasonal themes. (630) 375-0426; WEBSITE.

The Chef@Large. Chef Jonathan Bean offers classes throughout Chicago area. (224) 628-4512.

Chefs on Call. Chef Mark Costello conducts classes in clients' homes with emphasis on methods or menus, including basic technique, baking and party menus. (312) 339-9451; WEBSITE.

Cheney Mansion. 220 N. Euclid, Oak Park. Demonstration and hands-on classes. Topics include basic technique and international cuisine. Kids Cook! classes offered for ages 8-12 on Saturday mornings. (708) 383-2612; WEBSITE.

Chicago Botanic Garden. 1000 Lake Cook, Glencoe. Occasional chef demonstrations in the Regenstein Fruit and Vegetable Garden. Free; parking is $12. (847) 835-5440; WEBSITE.

Chicago Green City Market. Clark and Stockton. Guest chefs featuring demonstrations. WEBSITE.

Cook from Scratch. Bridget Weis-Urbain offers private classes. (312) 559-0052; WEBSITE.

Cooking with the Best Chefs. Demonstration classes are held from 7-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday at locations in Westchester, Geneva, Kildeer and Rockford. Classes also will be held at new locations in Chicago, on the North Shore, northeast and south suburbs. Some Saturday morning Hands-On and Kids classes also held. New: From 9-11 p.m. Fridays, Singles Cooking Classes held with a cash bar party after each class. Call (630) 980-6800; WEBSITE.

Corner Cooks, 507 Chestnut, Winnetka
Chef Larry Smith and his staff conduct a series of classes, which includes a full-portion serving of every dish. Call (847) 441-0134; or e-mail CLICK HERE.

Country Garden Cuisine. 3 N., 369 La Fox, St. Charles. Penny Newkirk offers hands-on and demonstration classes on topics such as pantry condiments, sushi, quick cuisine. Day and evening classes. (630) 587-8985; geocities.com/countrygardencuisine; e-mail: CLICK HERE.

David's Bistro. 623 N. Wolf, Des Plaines. Chef David Maish leads monthly demonstration classes. (847) 803-3233; WEBSITE.

Dinner at Eight, 1167 Wilmette, Wilmette
Retail store with demonstration kitchen to hold lunch and dinner cooking classes taught by guest chefs. Hands-on class for the fall will include tasty tailgating; French Quarter night; Spanish classics and Salvadoran cena. (847) 251-8380; or visit website: WEBSITE.

Flavour Cooking School. 7401 W. Madison, Forest Park. Chef/owner Denise Norton and owner Christine Malone provide hands-on classes for all ages and skill levels. Private events available. (708) 488-0808; WEBSITE.

Fox & Obel Food Market. 401 E. Illinois. Occasional classes with visiting and in-house chefs. Wine pairing classes available. Fees vary. (312) 410-7301; WEBSITE.

Fox Valley Park District Cooking Classes, Eola Community Center, 555 S. Eola, Aurora. Call (630) 859-8606.

Kocoa's Kitchen
Healthy Cooking WEBSITE

Let's Cook. Patti Conway offers private in-home lessons for individuals and small groups. Hands-on or demonstration classes. Topics include meal preparation, soups, party planning. (708) 482-9382.

Let's Eat! Ltd. Robert Gatz offers myriad menus for every level of home chef. Class size limited only by the size of your kitchen. Call (773) 501-8248; e-mail: CLICK HERE.

Live and Learn Program at the Latin School of Chicago. Single-session classes on a number of topics including Basic Knife Skills, Easy Food and Wine Pairing, and Introduction to Thai Cooking. Demonstration classes at home, kitchen specialty shops and in restaurants with chefs. Wine classes also available. (312) 582-6035; WEBSITE.

Northshore Cookery. Port Clinton Square, 600 Central, Highland Park. Hands-on classes include seafood, Mexican, children's cooking and more. Private parties also available. (847) 432-2665; WEBSITE.

Pina's Culinary Experience. 632 E. Irving Park, Roselle. Pina Bartolomeo offers fun and educational classes that includes hands-on sessions, custom gourmet caterintg, private classes, and parties. (630) 529-1877; WEBSITE.

Prisco's Fine Foods. 1108 Prairie, Aurora. Phyllis Kramer leads seasonal cooking classes on selected Saturday mornings. (630) 264-9400; WEBSITE.

Rustic Kitchen
Instructor Janine MacLachlan offers classes in casual entertaining. Call (773) 935-4239; or visit website: WEBSITE.

The Second Floor, at Fuller's House & Hardware Store. 35 E. First, Hinsdale. Guest chefs and instructors provide seasonal tastings and wine classes. (630) 323-7750.

Shirley Adams the International Cook. Certified teacher offering an educational and entertaining food experience. (630) 887-0304.

Soigne Culinary Artistry. At Calphalon Culinary Center. 1000 W. Washington. Hands-on classes, wine and cheese tastings. (312) 738-2700.

Someone's in the Kitchen. 522 N. Milwaukee, Libertyville. Classes will include pies, Mexican, quick healthy meals for the family, tapas and holiday cooking. Fees range from $35-$55. A Chinese cooking series will be offered in November. (847) 816-9511; WEBSITE.

Sur La Table. 52-54 E. Walton, Chicago; 55 Main, Naperville
Both locations offer a variety of classes throughout the year including: essential cooking classes, childrens, entertaining, ethnic and special classes with noted guests chefs.
Call (866) 328-5412.

Whole Foods Markets. Classes for children and adults at seven locations. Classes are held at all locations 1000 W. North, (312) 587-0648; Lakeview, (773) 244-4200; Deerfield, (847) 444-1900; Evanston, (847) 733-1600; Palatine, (847) 776-8080; Wheaton, (630) 588-1500; Willowbrook, (630) 655-5000.

Williams-Sonoma. Classes in three locations. Classes are $35. 900 N. Michigan, Chicago, (312) 587-8080; 9 W. Jackson, Naperville, (630) 369-4167, and Oakbrook Center, Oak Brooke, (630) 571-2702.

The Wooden Spoon. 5047 N. Clark. Gourmet shop with cooking lessons. Ongoing classes cover pasta from scratch, sausage making, fish and more. (773) 293-3190; WEBSITE.

GOURMET:
Clark-Coutre Gourmet. LaGrange. Economist Diane Coutre and Kendall College-trained David Clark offer a variety of small-size classes. (708) 352-8801 or e-mail: CLICK HERE.

Coachouse Gourmet. 735 Glenview Rd., Glenview. Julie Kearney offers participation classes 9 a.m.-noon Wednesdays and Thursdays beginning in September. (847) 724-1521; WEBSITE.

GRILL:
Backyard Barbeque Store. 1147 Greenleaf, Wilmette
Some of Chicago's best-known chefs will teach everything from grilling appetizers to dessert. Chefs will explain each recipe and demonstrate how to prepare and display. Private classes available. Call (847) 251-2272; or visit website: WEBSITE.

Weber Grill. 1010 N. Meacham Rd., Schaumburg. Monthly classes offfered. (847) 413-1277; WEBSITE.

HEALTH/NUTRITION:
Healthy Dining Chicago. Laura Bruzas offers private and small group classes throughout Chicago (Latin School, Gilda's Club, Whole Foods Market). Classes offered include Eat Well for Less, Six Healthy Dishes in 90 Minutes and Breakfast of Champions. From $25 to $60. (312) 666-9979; WEBSITE.

Nutralicious Cuisine. Karen Raden, a dietitian and culinary educator, offers in-home classes throughout North Shore. $150 plus food costs. (847) 877-4393; WEBSITE.

Wild Oats Natural Marketplace. 500 E. Ogden, Hinsdale. Variety of classes including gluten and dairy-free, raw/living food, vegetarian, organic. (630) 986-8500.

HERBS AND SPICES:
Heat and Spice Cooking School, 925 W. Cullom
Chef Joe Sochor teaches hands-on introductory classes in Thai, Indian and and Mexican cuisine. There will be global barbecue classes and market tours during warm-weather months. Cost per class is $50-$60. Call (773) 742-2331; or visit website: WEBSITE.

Heaven on Seven, 111 N. Wabash
Chef/owner Jimmy Bannos demonstrates how to cook dishes from his cookbook, which includes recipes and instructions. Classes are at 7 p.m. the first Friday of every month. The cost is $75, which includes registration fee, demonstration and all-you-can-drink beer, wine and hurricanes; $95, for all of the above, plus an autographed copy of Bannos' cookbook. Private classes are offered to groups of 10 or more by appointment and based on availability. Call (312) 446-8949.

INDIAN:
Four-part Vegetarian Indian Class, 6730 S. Euclid
Taught in the home of Ranjana Bhargava. Each three-hour course emphasizes the authentic way of Indian cooking. Sessions will feature a complete meal from a different region. Pre-registration required. Call (773) 363-3684 or send an e-mail to: CLICK HERE.

Vermilion. 10 W. Hubbard. Chef Maneet Chauhan and owner Rohini Dey offers occasional classes in food and wine that show how to pair wine and the exotic spices of India. Both women are experts on global wines and their origins. During most classes no less than six wines are showcased. (312) 527-4050.

ITALIAN:
Carlos' Restaurant. 429 Temple Avenue, Highland Park. (847) 432-0770.

Rosebud Culinary Series. 1419 W. Diversey. Various classes offered. (773) 325-9700.

Spiaggia. 980 N. Michigan. James Beard Award-winning Chef Tony Mantuano offers a series of hands-on cooking classes. (312) 280-2750; spiaggiarestaurant.com.

Va Pensiero Restaurant. 1566 Oak, Evanston. Food and wine cooking classes and demonstrations. (847) 475-7779.

KOSHER:
Dawn R. Schuman Institute. Northbrook. Barbara Freedman teaches Jewish cooking, including quick kosher cooking. Also, Taste of Judaism sessions are held in Skokie and Evanston homes. Other classes on various topics offered. (847) 410-3900.

LATIN:
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!. 2024 N. Halsted. Offers ongoing monthly paella classes at 10 a.m. Saturdays. (773) 935-5000.

Chef Fredy Cuisine. 400 N. Noble St. Fredy Hernandez offers classes in your home or his commercial kitchen for all skill levels. Topics include low-carb, holiday baking, and Latin and Mediterranean cuisines. (312) 942-1492; e-mail: CLICK HERE.

ONLINE:
U.S. Duck Council. Interactive Web site offering recipes, tips and information on creative ways to use duck. WEBSITE.

ORGANIC:
Global Organic Designs, Simple! Sensational! Cooking, 1528 W. Thome, Suite 200
Instructor Bret S. Beall, M.S. Ph.D., provides quick, easy, earth-friendly global cuisine taught in the comfort of your home. Call (773) 508-9208; or visit: WEBSITE.

Karla Walter. Offers hands-on and demonstration classes based on seasonal organic produce. Topics include three-course meals, casseroles and desserts. (847) 733-8133; WEBSITE.

SCHOOLS:
College of DuPage. 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. One-year certificates and two-year associate degrees in culinary/pastry arts. Classes include international cuisine, quantity food preparation, classical baking. (630) 942-3663, WEBSITE.

College of Lake County. 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Associate degree in food-service management and certificates in culinary arts, professional cooking and food-service management. (847) 543-2041; WEBSITE.

Cooking Hospitality Institute of Chicago, 361 W. Chestnut
A fully accredited school offering a complete education in foodservice industry. Specialized certificate programs in baking and pastry and associate degree in culinary arts. Financial aid available. Call (312) 944-0882. WEBSITE

Dominican University, 7900 W. Division, River Forest
Offers four degree programs leading to a bachelor's degree in food science; food service and management; nutrition and dietetics, and culinary arts and management.
Call (708) 524-6906; or visit website: WEBSITE.

Elgin Community College Hospitality Program, 1700 Spartan Dr., Elgin
Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and by the American Culinary Federation Educational Institute. Offers programs of study leading to an associate applied science degree in hospitality management/culinary arts, pastry chef or hospitality management/restaurant management, or leading to a vocational specialist certificate in catering services, cook's helper, lead baker or baking assistant.
Call (847) 214-7461 or (847) 214-7900. WEBSITE

The college offers non-credit cooking courses. To register, call (847) 622-3036.

Harper College. 1200 W. Algonquin Rd., Palatine. One-year certificates in culinary arts, baking/pastry arts and food-service management, and two-year hospitality management program. (847) 925-6707; WEBSITE.

The Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago, 180 N. Wabash
Accredited by the American Culinary Federation and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology. Now offering a bachelor of applied science in culinary management, an associate of applied science in culinary arts, along with certificate programs. The classes are based on classical principles emphasizing modern techniques and trends. Courses in basic skills and advanced techniques include: international cookery, a la carte, garde manger, baking and pastry, safety and sanitation, and nutrition. A solid business background is established through sessions in kitchen management, food and beverage control, cost control, catering, and dining room operation. Call (312) 280-3500 or (800) 351-3450. WEBSITE

Joliet Junior College. 1215 Houbolt Rd., Joliet.
Associate degrees in culinary arts or hospitality and food-service management plus 1-year certificates in food prep, hospitality management and baking/pastry. (815) 280-2255; WEBSITE.

Kendall College School of Culinary Arts. 900 N. North Branch.
Two-year associate-degree program in pastry and baking; can apply toward bachelor's degree; noncredit recreational classes. (847) 448-2304, WEBSITE.

Lexington College, 310 S. Peoria
Offers bachelor's or associate's degree in hospitality management for women. Classes include professional food production, purchasing, menu planning and financial management. Call (312) 226-6294; or visit the WEBSITE.

Robert Morris Institute of Culinary Arts, 905 Meridian, Aurora
This year the school expanded its culinary program to include the downtown Chicago school, 401 S. State; and Orland Park campus. The school now offers an associate of applied science of culinary arts degree. Classes cover baking and pastry, classical cuisine, wine and beverage management, American cuisine, and world classes. Students who complete the program have the option to continue their education to earn a bachelor's of business administration in hospitality management. Call (800) 762-5960; or visit the WEBSITE.

Moraine Valley Community College. 10900 S. 88th, Palos Hills.
Programs in restaurant/hotel and culinary arts management. (708) 974-5598; WEBSITE.

Roosevelt University. 430 S. Michigan Avenue.
Graduate and undergraduate degrees in hospitality and tourism, including restaurant, food and beverage management. (312) 281-3181; WEBSITE.

St. Augustine College, 1333-45 W. Argyle
Offers a bilingual (English/Spanish) associate's degree program and a certificate in culinary arts. Preparation for city and state food sanitation license exams. Call (773) 878-8756. WEBSITE

Technology Center of DuPage. 301 S. Swift Rd., Addison. Culinary, pastry arts and hotel management for high school students. (630) 620-8770; tcdupage.org.

Triton College. 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove. Associate degree and certificates in culinary, hotel and restaurant management. Classes include food safety and sanitation, quantity food preparation and chocolate. (708) 456-0300, ext. 3624; triton.edu.

Washburne Culinary Institute. South Shore Cultural Center, 6700 S. South Shore. Associate degree, advanced certificate and basic certificate in culinary arts. Associate degree and basic certificate in baking/pastry arts also available. (773) 602-5487, or visit the WEBSITE.

NON-CREDIT PROGRAMS:
Chicago Anti-Hunger Federation. Oliver's Kitchen, 4345 W. Division. Culinary training and job placement for the homeless, those on the welfare-to-work track, underemployed and unemployed. (773) 252-3663; antihunger.org.

Chicago's Community Kitchens. 4100 W. Ann Lurie Place. A Greater Chicago Food Depository program is a 12-week program that prepares unemployed and underemployed for entry-level jobs in food-service industry. Program covers food preparation and sanitation and includes a two-week internship. Free for those who qualify. Classes begin in October, January, April and July. Call Bernadine Rolnicki, (773) 843-5414.

Chinese American Service League. 2141 S. Tan. (312) 791-0418; caslservice.org.

The Chopping Block. Merchandise Mart at Kinzie and Wells; and 4747 N. Lincoln. Hands-on and demonstration classes for all levels. Classes offered daily. Demonstration classes are $35 a class (unless stated otherwise), individual students receive a 10 percent discount with the purchase of six or more classes. Hands-on classes are $75 a person. Wine class tuition is $55 a class (unless stated otherwise). Culinary Boot Camp is a one-week intensive cooking class (or for eight consecutive Sundays) offered the third week of every month and costs $1,750. Reservations and prepayment for classes required. (773) 472-6700; the WEBSITE.

College of DuPage Continuing Education, 425 22nd St., Glen Ellyn
Hands-on cooking courses will be offered through the school. Call (630) 942-2208. WEBSITE

Evanston Adult & Continuing Education. Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Ave., Evanston. Classes include: Appetizers, Sept. 13- Oct 16, $75; Baking for the Holidays, Nov. 1-Dec. 6, $75; Sweetest Day: Dinner for Two, Oct. 20, $40; Savory Salads, Sept. 21 and 28, $40; One Pot Meals, Oct. 5, 12 and 19, $55 and Healthy Eating, Nov. 2, 9 and 16. Also offering a 14-session course taught in Spanish, Tuesdays from 6-10 p.m. Sept. 14-Dec. 5, $225. (847) 424-7620; WEBSITE.

Jill Prescott Culinary School, Luxe Home Showroom at the Merchandise Mart
The French-inspired culinary school moved from Wisconsin to Chicago on June 1. Classes are designed to teach professional cooking skills to the home chef. Executive Chef Mark Weber leads teaching staff skilled in conducting informative but non-intimidating classes. The state-of-the-art facility features three teaching kitchens, a reception area and cookware store. Several class programs are available. Participation classes, which are conducted on an hourly, weekend or extended basis, meet weekly for a six consecutive weeks or for five successive days. Participation classes range in price from $175-$225, which includes a meal with a complimentary glass of wine. Demonstration classes, which include tastings and recipe sharing, range in price from $55-$85.Call (312) 822-8100; or visit the WEBSITE.

Karen's Kitchen. 2331 N. Cleveland. Karen Horning teaches classes and workshops on variety of topics including Fresh Herb, Bistro French, Techniques of Fine Cooking and Yeast Breads. Cost per person per class is $65 plus grocery fee, about $10 per class. (773) 348-1341.

Prairie Kitchens Cooking School
Offers single and series classes teaching the fundamental principles and techniques of fine dining. Advanced classes available. Ten area locations; (847) 998-0700; or visit the WEBSITE.

SEAFOOD:
Burhop's Seafood at Plaza del Lago, 1515 N. Sheridan, Wilmette
Free demonstrations/tastings every Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. Call (847) 256-6400 or visit the WEBSITE.

SUSHI

The Fish Guy Market. 4423 N. Elston. Sushi classes the last Thursday of each month. Private classes for groups of 12 to 15 available year-round. Classes include: miso, sashimi, negiri, maki, seawood and salads. (773) 283-7400; WEBSITE.

Tom Wasabi In Home Cooking. Tom Craner teaches how to make sushi and pasta in a party setting in your home. Classes culminate in a sit-down dinner. (847) 395-5768; WEBSITE.

VEGAN
Science of Spirituality Center. 4S 175 Naperville-Wheaton Rd., Naperville. Classes are the second Saturday of every month. Easy Weekend Brunch, Sept. 9; Fillipino, Oct. 14; Happy Holiday Menu, Nov. 11, and European Winterfest Feast, Dec. 9. (630) 955-1200; WEBSITE.

WINE AND SPIRITS
American Professional Bartender School. Various drinks covered, from classic to contemporary. Classes start every week in Chicago and suburban locations. (773) 227-8363; WEBSITE.

Bin 36. 339 N. Dearborn. Fall cooking and wine classes include: Wine 101, Aug. 27, $36; Wine 102, Sept. 10, $36, and Wine 103, Oct. 15, $45. Classes are repeated throughout the fall. (312) 755-9463; WEBSITE.

Cabernet and Co. Classes, tastings and wine dinners at four Chicago area stores. Classes include restaurant wine lists and wine and cheese pairings. Glen Ellyn, (630) 469-2644; Arlington Heights, (847) 590-8655; Oak Park, (708) 763-9463, and Naperville, (630) 596-9463.

Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!. 2024 N. Halsted. Bi-monthly wine-tastings served with tapas and paella. $35. (773) 935-5000.

Chicago Wine School. 1942 S. Halsted. Five-week courses and seminars on the basics, varietals and Italian wines in locations throughout Chicago and suburbs. (312) 491-0284; WEBSITE.

Famous Liquors Wine & Spirits. 105 E. Roosevelt Rd., Lombard. Occasional classes with chef Dominick Kwentus. All classes feature food and wine pairings. (630) 629-3330; WEBSITE.

North Shore Wine Education. Tom Hyland teaches wine classes and arranges private wine tastings for businesses. (773) 728-0327.

Sam's Wines & Spirits. 1720 N. Marcey. Wine seminars on topics ranging from cheese to ordering wine in restaurants. (312) 664-4394; WEBSITE.

Winediva Enterprises. Winediva Enterprises provides private wine classes and tastings in your home, office, or catered venue. Wine and food pairing, cooking, and entertaining classes are also available. Event fees range from $200 to $500. (312) 343-3482; WEBSITE.