Today Chicken Confidential. 7-10 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. This class will focus on roasting and braising and breathe some new life into some classics. Menu: The Perfect Whole Roasted Chicken; Chicken Stew with Polenta, Celery Root and Sage; Arroz con Pollo; Pan-Roasted Chicken with Mushrooms, Pancetta, and Marsala. Full participation. $65. Register online or call (734) 645-1030.

Today Thursday Night Rush Hour Relief at the Wine Bar. 5-7 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, at the wine bar. Each Thursday evening, experts lead an exploration of wine, cheese and appetizers. This week's topic: Syrah Around the World. $17. More info here.

Today Chocolate Tasting. 3:30 p.m. Dexter District Library, 3255 Alpine St., Dexter. This event, with chocolate from Zingerman’s, is aimed at teens. Free, but registration is requested. (734) 426-4477.

Today Fantastic Fish! 5:30 p.m. Ellen Thompson Women's Health Center. St. Joseph Mercy Hospital 5320 Elliott Drive, Ypsilanti. Hosted by Ann Arbor Community Education & Recreation 2nd Floor. Selecting and cooking fish can be easy. Prepare and enjoy a meal that includes Poached Salmon with White Wine and Dill, Cod Siciliano, Shrimp Salad with Spinach, Herbed Halibut Filets en Papillote and more. This class is a great choice for people with high blood pressure or high cholesterol. Instructor: Bridget Ratcliffe, $39. Pre-registration is required.

Today This is My Year to Eat a Healthy Diet. 6 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, in the Whole Lifestyle Classroom. Team member Scott will share recipes for lettuce wraps with an international flair. Sit comfortably in our classroom as Scott takes you on a culinary journey to Asia, Mexico and France with a variety of lettuce wrap ideas.$5. To register, visit the customer service desk or call (734) 997-7500.

Friday Michigan Beer Tasting: Founders Brewing. 5-7 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, at the wine bar. Join in for a tasting of seasonal beers and old favorites from Founders. $3 dollar pints, $1 tastes. More info here.

Friday Vegan Foods: Cholesterol-Free Living with Jenney Gordon. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Whole Foods, 3135 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor, in the Cooking and Lifestyles Classroom. Many people choose to follow vegan diets for a variety of health, environmental and ethical reasons. These diets are free of cholesterol and are generally low in saturated fats, aligning them with recommendations given to reduce the risk of chronic diseases and certain cancers. This class will demonstrate how to prepare nutritionally balanced daily meals without meat or dairy products. $42. More info here.

Saturday Two Cooking: French Bistro Favorites. 7-10 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Come with a friend, a date, or a family member and work together to prepare and then enjoy a feast. Menu: Steamed Mussels with Herbs and White Wine; Steak au Poivre with Herbed Frites; Chocolate Pots de Creme with Orange Whipped Cream, Full Participation. $125 per pair. Register online or call (734) 645-1030.

Sunday Chupe and Arepas with Elizabeth Marcano Kennedy. 1-2 p.m. Hollander’s, 410 N. Fourth Ave., 1st floor of the Kerrytown Shops, Ann Arbor. These two South American dishes are staples. Chupe is a Peruvian comfort soup and may be made of anything and everything, from red meats to chicken or shrimp.. Arepas is a type of corn bread typical in Venezuela and Colombia. It is great at breakfast, but is also perfect with soup, lunches and dinner dishes. $15. More info here.

Monday Chocolate 101: An introduction to Great Chocolate. 7:15 p.m. Ypsilanti Senior Center, 1015 Congress St., Ypsilanti. Hosted by Talk of the Neighborhood Ypsilanti. Emily Duffelmeyer of Zingerman’s Delicatessen will lead a presentation and tasting on the topic of great chocolate. By the end of the evening you will know where chocolate comes from, the main categories of chocolate products, what distinguishes fine chocolate from mass-market sweets and how to taste and evaluate chocolate like a true connoisseur! $5. Contact Georgie for more information at gfp2@juno.com or (734) 483-5915.

Tuesday First Tuesday Tasting. 5-6 p.m. Zingerman’s Coffee Co., 3723 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor. Join Zingerman’s Coffee Company’s managing partners Allen and Steve and sample some new offerings, some old favorites, some experimental bathes and learn how to discern the subtle distinctions among the world’s coffees. Call (734) 929-6060 for reservations.

Tuesday Soups for Lunch & Dinner. 7-9 p.m. Ann Arbor Whole Foods, 3135 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor, in the Cooking and Lifestyles Classroom. These hearty Italian soups make the perfect family meal paired with a good loaf of bread. Try Zuppa di fagiolini , a green bean soup made with pancetta, tomatoes and basil, Zuppa di pesce - a savory seafood soup in a white wine broth and finally Pasta e fagioli made with cannellini beans, bacon, vegetables and pasta. $35. Pre-registration required: 734-994-2300 x53203.

Wednesday After School Cooking Club kicks off. 4-6:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Looking for something new and interesting to do after school? Ann Arbor Cooks is starting a new after-school cooking club for children ages 9-12 year. Each week we will focus on a new hands-on menu. $45 per class. Purchase four classes and get a fifth free. Register online or call (734) 645-1030.

Wednesday French Crêpes with Brigitte Romero. Noon-1 p.m. Hollander’s, 410 N. Fourth Ave., 1st floor of the Kerrytown Shops, Ann Arbor. Making crêpes is a very old tradition in France. This class teaches you how to make two types, savory and sweet. Learn how to make various crêpe batters to create an array of accoutrements for your savory or dessert crêpes such as spinach creams, goat cheese with walnuts and honey, fresh fruit and whipped cream, and chocolate custard.. $15. More info here.

Wednesday Steep Tea Tasting. 7-8:30 p.m. Zingerman’s Next Door, 418 Detroit St., Ann Arbor. $15. (734) 663-5282.

Feb. 4 French Macaroon Workshop. 7-10 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Join us for an intense look at the French Macaroon. These elegant cookies are found in nearly every pastry shop in Paris - crispy almond exteriors and chewy centers of ganache and buttercream. Full Participation. $65. Register online or call (734) 645-1030.

Feb. 4 Thursday Night Rush Hour Relief at the Wine Bar. 5-7 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, at the wine bar. Each Thursday evening, experts lead an exploration of wine, cheese and appetizers. This week's topic: Spanish Reds. $17. More info here.

Feb. 4 Decadent Valentine’s Desserts. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, in the Whole Lifestyle Classroom. Now is the perfect time to begin planning how you might indulge a loved one. Join us in the classroom today as Margaret from the bakery team demonstrates decadent desserts that are sure to hit the spot on Feb. 14. Class fee is $5, but each participant will receive a $5 Whole Foods Market gift card. Register in advance by calling (734) 997-7500.

Feb. 4 Coney Dog and Root Beer Float Night. 5 p.m. American Legion Post #419, 9807 Whitewood Road, Pinckney. $1 admission. For more information call (734) 878-9522 or (734) 341-4249.

Feb. 4 Vegetable Pakoras & Meat Cutlet. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Big George’s Home Appliance, # 2019 W. Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor. Vegetable pakoras are simple, fast and fun to make. They are great served as a snack, appetizer or side dish. Potato and vegetable bits are batter dipped and deep fried then served with traditional tamarind and mint chutneys. They are paired nicely with a spiced meat stuffing that is also battered then fried. Instructor: Jyothi Abrahams. Pre-registration required: 734-994-2300 x53203 or online.

Feb. 5 Meet the Brewer: Holland Brewing Company. 5-7 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, at the wine bar. Join us as we welcome Fred Bueltmann of New Holland Brewing Company, Holland, Mich. $3 dollar pints, $1 tastes. More info here.

Feb. 6 Girls' Night Out. 7-10 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Join a group of girlfriends for a fun evening of laughs, learning, cooking and eating some delicious hors d'oeuvres. Menu: Lamb Lollipops with Pomegranate Glaze; Crispiest Potato Pancakes with Brown Butter-Rosemary Applesauce; Asian Meatballs on Snow Pea Picks; Endive with Pomegranate and Lemon Cream; Parsnip-Carrot Soup Sip with Creme Fraiche. Full Participation. $65. Register online or call (734) 645-1030.

Feb. 11 Dim Sum: Chinese Dumplings. 7-10 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. We are having a Dim Sum feast: traditional Cantonese dumplings steamed and pan-fried. Menu: Shrimp and Ginger Siu Mai; Buddha's Delight; Fried Crab Wontons; Pork Dumplings. Full Participation. $65. Register online or call (734) 645-1030.

Feb. 13 Teen Chef: Valentine Goodies! 1-3:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Come and make some Valentine goodies to take home to your favorite Valentines. Menu: Jam-filled Valentine Cut-Out Cookies; Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Hearts; Red Velvet Whoopie Pies. Full participation. $45. Register online or call (734) 645-1030.

Feb. 16 Big TOP Review. 6 p.m. Gratzi restaurant, 326 S. Main St., Ann Arbor, and La Dolce Vita, 322 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. A night of cabaret and cuisine to benefit Top of the Park. The evening begins with cocktails and hors d’oevres at Gratzi at 6 p.m. followed by a sumptuous three-course meal and cabaret entertainment at 7 p.m.. After the meal, attendees will head downstairs to La Dolce Vita for an after-party show at 9 p.m. Tickets are $150 all-inclusive or $35 for the after-party only. Reservations or more information here.

Feb. 16 Weeknight Vegetarian. 7-10 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Are you a vegetarian or just looking for some new healthy but tasty alternatives to meat? Join us for an evening of savory delicious vegetarian dishes and new techniques to breathe new life into your daily cooking repertoire. Menu: Winter Squash Soup with Lemongrass and Coconut Milk; Green Lentil Curry; Fresh Ricotta Ravioli in Mushroom Broth with Parmigiano-Reggiano; Mixed Vegetables en Papillote; Soft Polenta with Wild Mushroom Ragout. Full participation. $65. Register online or call (734) 645-1030.

Feb. 19 Chef's Table. 7-10 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Chef's Table is an interactive evening where we do the cooking right in front of you with fine local ingredients. You get to relax, socialize with fellow foodies, and watch as we prepare and serve your entire meal. Throughout the evening you will be at arms length of the chef and interaction is encouraged. You will receive a recipe packet to take home detailing the evening's menu. Menu: Salad of Belgian Endive, Caramelized Pear, Seasoned Pecans and Gorgonzola with Blood Orange Vinaigrette; Braised Short Ribs with Garlic-Thyme Brown Butter; Velvet Potato Puree; Seasonal Vegetables; Chocolate Espresso Terrine with Fresh Raspberries and Candied Hazelnuts. $50. Register online or call (734) 645-1030.

Feb. 20 Whole Planet Foundation: Recipes from Where We Work. 2-6 p.m. Cranbrook Whole Foods, 990 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor. Stop by our demo table, sample microcredit loan recipient recipes from countries where Whole Planet Foundation has a presence, and learn more about our Whole Planet Foundation Prosperity Campaign. The Foundation's mission is to create economic partnerships with the poor in those developing-world communities that supply our stores with product. Free. More info here.

-To submit events for this calendar, email Sarah Rigg.