Image source: http://www.wpclipart.com/food/meals/If you’re beginning to tire of traditional holiday fare, here’s a culinary change of pace. Guest chef Mathew Lasof teaches a hands-on class in that humblest of all Mexican comfort foods, the tamale. Corn masa is prepared with green chile and cheese, or red chile and chicken, wrapped in a corn husk and steamed. You’ll also learn to concoct a tasty green salsa, two Mexican salads, and sangria, fruit-spiked red wine.Sunday, December 30, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cook’s World

2900 N.E. Blakeley St.Seattle, WA 98105528-8192(University District) $55. For more foodie events, visit here.