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Art At Work Includes Food: The Asia Pacific Cultural Center will host a class on how to make Korean kimchi tonight from 6-8.

Politics And Poppers: Tacoma’s Drinking Liberally gang will hang out at The Hub beginning at 7 p.m. to discuss local election results over shots.

Plan Ahead: Chef John Edwards will teach a class on How to Cook a Thanksgiving Dinner Wednesday, Nov. 11, 6 p.m. at the Bayview School of Cooking in Olympia. The school will also teach a Cranberries Beyond Relish class Nov. 15. Reserve your space at 360.754.1448.

Food For Thought: The 13 most influential foodies this year, as named by Chow.

LINK: Weekly Volcano’s Eat & Drink section

LINK: South Sound Restaurant Guide

LINK: South Sound Happy Hours

LINK: Wine and beer tastings