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Dinner class provides a seafood how-to

A four-course seafood dinner is on the class schedule at 3660 on the Rise, 6 p.m. April 19.

The cooking class involves a demonstration of what it takes to put together this upscale meal, followed by the eating of those same dishes.

The menu: Stuffed Calamari with Crabmeat; Tempura of Scallop & Leeks in Nori; Olive Oil-Poached Mahimahi with Celeriac Potato Purée & Tapinade; and Chocolate Decadence with Vanilla Brandy Ice Cream & Raspberry Coulis.

Cost is $51. Call 737-1177.

Buca di Beppo downsizes for lunch

Buca di Beppo is known for its big, family-style platters, but they can be a bit much for a quick lunch.

The Victoria Ward Center restaurant has introduced a lunch menu of single-serving Italian-style panini sandwiches, salads, pastas and a Soup of the Day.

The dinner menu of portions that serve up to six people will still be available for those dining in groups.

Lunch hours are 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Call 591-0800.

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