Williams-Sonoma offers free in-store cooking and technique classes.  Sundays are typically tech class days. These technique classes are free, but reservations are recommended to reserve your spot. Check out this month’s schedule:

* March 4: Cooking with Citrus  — Learn how to use zest and juices from citrus in vinaigrettes, pan sauces and more. Plus how to properly zest, segment and juice the fruit.
* March 11: Classic Cakes — Learn the fundamentals to making great cakes such as creaming, folding and sifting, to proper baking, and presentations.
* March 18:  Sweet & Savory Tarts — Learn how to make savory tarts such as quiche, as well as sweet fruit tarts. The class also will explore a variety of crusts.
* March 25: Healthy Cooking for Kids — Children are invited to attend with an adult! Learn to prepare fruits and vegetables that will appeal to kids, plus ways they can help make these family-friendly dishes at home.

Times vary by location: Sundays at 11 am, 1 pm, Town & Country Village (713.827.8056); Sundays at noon, Highland Village (713.212.0346); Sundays at 2 pm, The Woodlands Mall (281.298.6915); Sundays at noon, Baybrook Mall (281.480.1705); plus 11 am Saturday and 1:30 pm Sunday at First Colony Mall (281.313.1180). A reader shared the Willowbrook Mall location closed. Participants get 10% off same-day purchases.

photo courtesy flickr: kimberlykv