Kids in the Kitchen: Sushi
Friday, April 8
Kids ages 5-8 will learn how to roll their own sushi with a variety of vegetarian fillings using traditional bamboo mats. Chef Lily Kilfoy will teach the hands-on class. At the Willy Street Co-op West, 6825 University Ave., 4:30-5:30 pm. Register through the co-op ($20/$10 owners), 608-284-7800.
Slow Flow & Slow Food
Saturday, April 9
Get your power flow on and then snack on treats from Slow Food UW. All proceeds support the campus chapter of the Slow Food movement. Yoga instructor Kate Schmitz leads the class. At Inner Fire Yoga, 777 University Ave., 10:30 am-noon. Register ($10) through Inner Fire Yoga.
Madison Meatout
Sunday, April 10
The fifth annual Great American Meatout in Madison will encourage herbivorous eating with a free vegan lunch on the Capitol Square. On the menu: sloppy janes, potato salad, cookies, and more. Corner of West Mifflin and State Street, 1-3 pm. Contact Pearl for more info: 608-438-2616.
SloPig 2016
Sunday, April 10
The sixth annual celebration of heritage hogs promises an “overwhelming” amount of perfectly marbled pork and other delectables. Founded by Madison chef Dan Fox, the event will feature a celebrity chef competition, craft beer and spirit tastings and butchery demonstrations, as well as live bluegrass music. At the Edgewater Hotel, 1001 Wisconsin Place, 6-9 pm. Tickets available online ($105/$175 VIP), 21+.
