Learn from the Pros Culinary classes at Thanksgiving Point focus on expert advice, research-based programs and a tradition of quality. With only the most professional chefs as teachers, these classes are your best bet for a local education in cooking. Here is a sampling of the November options. Nov. 22 · Appetizer Party · Kelsey Nixon Host an easy party with big flavors and little bites, like Italian sausage stuffed mushrooms, peach bruschetta with cinnamon toast baguette slices and candied almonds, chicken satay with spiced peanut sauce, and caprese cabobs. Nov. 11 · 12 Dishes of Christmas · Lori Bennett Celebrate the 12 dishes of Christmas with 1 drink, 2 brunch recipes, 2 appetizers, 2 main dishes, 2 sides and 3 desserts, like crème brulee French toast, shrimp stuffed potatoes and tiramisu. Nov. 25 · Holiday Fish · Ty Fredrickson Want to lighten up your menu for the holidays, but still have something tasty and festive? The executive chef for Market Street Grill will share tips, tastes and recipes. Nov. 15 · French Cuisine · Lya Luna Join a Le Cordon Bleu Academie graduate to learn authentic French recipes, like cocktail de melon aux framboises, salade italienne, homard pasta avec de la sauce crème and orange sorbet. Nov. 29 · Dickens Christmas · Allison Fiscus Learn dishes from Christmas literature, taught by a chef who specializes in traditional British and Scottish food and culture. Figgy pudding, tea sandwiches, crumpets, teacakes and authentic English trifle will be demonstrated. Free and Easy Some of the greatest culinary ideas in town can be found at the four Macey’s stores in Utah Valley — and the classes are all free! At each store’s Little Theatre, teachers share recipes and cooking tips, and pass out samples of each finished creation. Each store offers multiple classes per week, and each class focuses on a new theme. “Our most popular classes are when we teach a full meal — especially ethnic foods,” says Bonnee Byrne, events coordinator at the Provo Macey’s. “We’ve also done classes on Café Rio recipes and date night ideas.” To see what free classes your neighborhood Macey’s is offering this week, visit www.maceys.com and click on the events tab. www.uvmag.com