Information on upcoming food classes, tastings and demonstrations can be sent to Extra, The Roanoke Times, P.O. Box 2491, Roanoke, VA 24010, e-mailed to extra@roanoke.com or faxed to 981-3318. Deadline for submissions is two weeks before the event. For more information, call Nona Nelson at 981-3402.

Monday, Aug. 24 Rise and raw

An introduction to raw foods and recipes for eating a raw breakfast.

When: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Roanoke Natural Foods Co-op, 1319 Grandin Road, Roanoke

Cost: $5 per class; free to co-op members

Contact: 343-5652

Monday, Aug. 31 Pow-raw lunch

Learn some great recipes for raw lunches on-the-go and for weekend family lunches.

When: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Roanoke Natural Foods Co-op, 1319 Grandin Road, Roanoke

Cost: $5 per class; free to co-op members

Contact: 343-5652

Monday, Sept. 7 A raw day's night

Dinner menus with raw foods means no baking, frying or waiting.

When: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Roanoke Natural Foods Co-op, 1319 Grandin Road, Roanoke

Cost: $5 per class; free to co-op members

Contact: 343-5652

Tonight Maters matter

A four-course dinner featuring tomatoes grown by local farmers. The dinner supports Appalachian Sustainable Development.

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Town House, 132 East Main St., Chilhowie

Cost: $55 per person; additional $25 per person for wine pairing. Tax and gratuity not included.

Contact: (276) 646-8787