Food Events this week

BAKING LAB DEMONSTRATIONS: Chocolate expert Brian McElrath will demonstrate how to make chocolate at 1 p.m. Sat. Kim Ode and Klecko will present "Bakers for Lovers: Treats With the Norse Baking Institute" at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Sun. $4-$8. Mill City Museum, 704 S. 2nd St., Mpls. 612-341-7555. www.millcitymuseum.org.
CHOCOLATE FOR VALENTINE'S DAY: Learn how to make mousse, easy truffles, hot fudge sauces, brownies and more. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wed. $32. Reservations required. Roosevelt High School, 4029 28th Av. S., Mpls. 612-668-4828. commed.mpls.k12.mn.us.
COOKING CLUB: OSCAR PARTY: Chef John Michael Lerma leads a hands-on class on how to make his favorite party foods. The menu includes barbecued chicken drummies or wings, sugar cookie invitations, wild mushroom and herb crostini, sangria and more. Reservations required. 5-8 p.m. Feb. 17. $65. Cooks of Crocus Hill, 877 Grand Av., St. Paul. 651-228-1333. www.cooks ofcrocushill.com.
BALANCED FOOD FOR BALANCED MOODS: Learn how food affects your mood, energy level and overall health. 7-9 p.m. Feb. 19. $35. Falcon Ridge Middle School, 12900 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd., Apple Valley. 651-423-7920. www.district196.org/ce.
COOKBOOK 101: Learn how to organize your recipes into a cookbook. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Feb. 23. $19. Edina Community Center, 5701 Normandale Rd., Edina. 952-848-3972. www.edina.k12.mn.us/community.
EVERYDAY GOURMET: Learn about basic cooking staples, equipment and how to make chicken marsala, seasonal salads, side dishes and desserts. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 23. $85. The Chef's Gallery, 324 S. Main St., Stillwater. 651-351-1144. www.thechefsgallery.com.
CUPCAKE CREATIONS: Cupcakes aren't just for kids. Learn how to make them for special occasions and in centerpieces. 1-3 p.m. Feb. 28. $15, plus $3 payable to the instructor. Conway Recreation Center, 2090 Conway St., St. Paul. 651-293-8733. www.commed.spps.org.