• Ayesha D'Mello, 9105 SW 115th Terr., Miami: The Goa native teaches Indian cooking in her Pinecrest home, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. most Saturdays ($75, including lunch); private classes also available. For details, call 305-254-0693 or go to easyindiancooking@yahoo.com.

• Azul, Mandarin Oriental Miami, 500 Brickell Key Dr., Miami: Small group classes with a chef, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays. Class includes eating the food that was prepared, recipes and Azul apron ($175). Next session: Festive Ways to Prepare for the Holidays, Nov. 21. Contact: 305-913-8358.

• Bloomingdale's, Aventura Mall, 19555 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura: Free demos with local chefs, 1-2 p.m. Saturdays. Call 305-792-1288 for updated schedule.

• Bloomingdale's, The Falls Shopping Center, 8778 SW 136th St. Miami: Free demos with local chefs, 1-2 p.m. Saturdays. Call 305-252-6420 for updated schedule.

• Casa Toscana, 7001 Biscayne Blvd., Miami: Learn how to prepare Italian dishes with chef Sandra Stefani. Cost: $60, including lunch. Contact: 786-262-6408.

• Chef Aliza's, 8441 SW 132nd St., Pinecrest: Evening adult classes: $45. ``Mommy and Me'' kids classes: $45. Upcoming classes: Spooky treats, 4-5:30 p.m. Oct. 23; Haunted gingerbread houses, 4-5:30 p.m. Oct. 29. Contact: 305-234-9002 or go to www.chefalizas.com.

• Chef Allen's, 19088 NE 29th Ave., Aventura: Chef Allen's allows students to work in the restaurant kitchen with chef Allen Susser and staff; by appointment, usually 3 to 8 p.m. ($195). Customized group classes also available. The restaurant offers several other classes and workshops. Call 305-935-2900 or visit www.chefallens.com.

• Culinary Academy at Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables: Classes with hotel chefs range from beginners through advanced cooks focus on skill-building, proper technique and seasonal ingredients. Cost: $110 per three-hour class, limited to eight students. Master Chef consecutive three-day series: $330. Contact: CulinaryAcademy@BiltmoreHotel.com or call 305-913-3131.

• Don Ignacio Culinary Arts School, 10395 NW 41st St. in Doral: Cooking workshops or the Chef For A Day courses. Cost: around $70 -- prices can vary depending on the class. Call 305-629-2929 for a schedule of upcoming classes.

• Eleanor Hoh's Wok Star Cooking classes: Hong Kong-born chef teaches three-hour afternoon and evening stir-fry workshops. Cost: $55 and up. Includes four dishes paired with wine. Contact: 305-865-9297, visit www.eleanorhoh.com or e-mail eh@eleanorhoh.com.

• Fairchild Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables: Three-hour afternoon and evening classes on a range of topics. Cost: Garden members $35-$50, others $55-$75. Call 305-667-1651, ext. 3322 or visit www.fairchildgarden.org.

• Fruit & Spice Park, 24801 SW 187th Ave., Homestead: Seasonal classes on Asian cuisines, tropical fruits and more. Call for a schedule. Prices range from $25 to $100. For information, call 305-247-5727 or visit www.fruitandspicepark.org.

• La Cuisine Gourmet, 50 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables: Kitchen appliance store hosts evening Celebrity Chef Demo Series. Cost: $50-$75; registration required. Call 305-442-9006 or visit www.lacuisine gourmet.com for schedule of events.

• La Diva Cucina: ``Small Bites, Big Drinks'' for beginning to advanced cooks, taught by Laura Lafata. Cost: $78 for one person and $145 for two. Next class: 1-4 p.m. Nov. 14, La Cuisine Gourmet, 50 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. For information and reservations: LaDivaCucina@atlanticbb.net or 305-297-8121.

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