Eataly Classes Kick Off Tonight; Spencer's Jolly Posh Details; More

RIVER NORTH—Although the media got a taste of the La Scuola curriculum today, the public will be able to attend the last major prong of the megastore's opening, the Eataly classes, beginning tonight. Helmed by Lidia Bastianich, La Scuola offers classes for a variety of skill levels on Italian cooking and technique. Tonight's class on risotto is sold out but click here for the upcoming schedule. [EaterWire]

LAKEVIEW—The upcoming Spencer's Jolly Posh Foods at 3755 N. Southport will hold three times more seating than the original, offer four times more menu items, including bubble and squeak and cottage pie, and possibly booze. The Irving Park Road location is closing in May. [DNAinfo/EaterWire]

MILLENNIUM PARK—Head to Terzo Piano on March 13 to watch Tony Mantuano face off against chefs from his affiliated restaurants (Cafe Spiaggia, The Purple Pig, Bar Toma, Terzo Piano) in a lamb-cooking competition. A $55 ticket ($95 VIP) includes tastes of the dishes and wine; call 312.443.8650 for tickets. [EaterWire]