Tamale-making class among food events this week in the Los Angeles area

Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley and Santa Monica area

Events

Akasha Restaurant: Thanksgiving dinner, 1-7 p.m. Nov. 24. Cost $75; $35 ages 12 and younger; plus tax and 20 percent gratuity. Reservations required. 9543 Culver Blvd., Culver City. 310-845-1700.