Williams-Sonoma in Baybrook Mall to hold cooking classes

The August Technique Classes at Williams-Sonoma at Baybrook Mall will offer simple cooking ideas for keeping everyone on schedule.

At 1 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. , the “Fresh Starts-Weekday Breakfasts” class will provide inspiration and easy recipes to help energize.

At 1 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 14 “The Lunch Bunch-Satisfying Brown Bags for Busy Families” class will feature favorite “to-go foods” plus homemade snacks.

At 1 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 21 the “Cook Once, Eat Twice” class will teach simple strategies for preparing extra meals during the week. People will learn how to make a master recipe along with dishes that feature leftovers in inventive new ways. Additionally, students will learn food storage basics, safe ways to freeze and thaw leftovers, and tips for planning weeknight meals.

And at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 28 the “Gluten-Free Baking” class will teach an introduction to gluten-free baking. Partnering with BabyCakes, an award-winning New York bakery, the class will demonstrate some of its recipes and discuss the correct flours and other ingredients to use plus techniques for making tender baked goods.

Individuals who attend any of the Technique Classes will enjoy a 10 percent savings on same-day purchases from the retailer.

Reservations can be made by calling 281-480-1705 or stopping by Williams-Sonoma, which is located across from Dillard’s at Baybrook Mall, located at 500 Baybrook Mall in Friendswood.