WHOLE FOODS MARKET, 1400 Glades Road, Boca Raton. Preregister at customer service. (561) 447-0000.

Z Value Tour with Taste, 7-8 p.m. Wednesday. Learn money saving strategies and insider tips that only the team members know. Free.

Z Freedom Chili Cook-off, 4-6 p.m. Friday. The departments battle in a chili cook-off to celebrate Independence Day. Enjoy live music, samples, patriotic cake and beer. Free.

PUBLIX APRON’S COOKING SCHOOL, Polo Club Shoppes, 5030 Champion Blvd., Suite D2, Boca Raton. (561) 994-4461 or (561) 994-4883.

Z Basic Knife Skills, 6 p.m. today At the end of this class, you will have a good handle on all of the classic knife cuts including slicing, dicing, julienne, and chiffonade. $50.

Z Sushi 101, 4 p.m. Thursday. Learn the ancient art of sushi from beginning to end, including proper rice cooking and ingredient selection. $50.

Z Gourmet Burgers, 6 p.m. Friday. Burgers made of beef may be tried-and-true, but this class will help you add a little something special to your summertime cookouts. $35.

Z Ice Cream Social, 2 p.m. Saturday. Learn how to make fun flavors that kids will love. $35.

Z Couples Cooking, 6 p.m. Saturday. Summer is all about grilling, so grab your significant other and learn how to put a great meal together. $80 per couple.

Z Kids Cooking Camp, 10 a.m. Monday through July 10. Kids will learn new kitchen skills, basic-cooking techniques, and good safety habits while having loads of fun. $175.

Z Teens Cooking Camp, 4 p.m. Monday through July 9. From basic skills to the development of well-rounded meals. $150.

IN THE KITCHEN, Everything for the Cook! Gallery Square North, 389 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta. Reservations. Phone: (561) 747-7117. www.inthekitchennow.com

Z Gourmet Inspired Summertime Favorites,6:30-8:30 p.m. today. $75.

CAKES ETC., 2800 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach. Phone: (561) 615-4431.

Z Basic Cake Decorating Class, 6:30-8:30 p.m. today for four weeks. Tuition is $40 plus supplies.

Z Basic Candy Molding Class, 6:30-8:30 p.m. July 9. Tuition is $20, supplies included.

Z Rolled Fondant/Gumpaste Class, 6-9 p.m. July 14 for two weeks. Tuition is $40 plus supplies.

Z Advanced Candy Molding Class, 6:30-8:30 p.m. July 16. Tuition is $25, supplies included.

— Katie McBroom