Kids can really cook

They're cookingGive your kids an educational experience that will pay off for the whole family. Le Titi De Paris offers cooking with kids, a two-hour hands-on course where children learn to cook several meals. The next class, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 17, will teach "Beef - 5 ways." The cost is $45 per child ages 8 and up. Following the lesson, they'll enjoy a three-course meal. Le Titi De Paris is at 1015 W. Dundee Road in Arlington Heights. Call (847) 506-0222 or visit letitideparis.com.Raining meatballsIt may just be "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs," but Buca di Beppo is really raining savings in celebration of the release of the kids' flick on Blu-ray and DVD. Visit the Italian restaurant's Web site and print a coupon worth $10 off the total dining bill of $30 or more. Or print out a coupon for $3 off the purchase of "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs." Buca di Beppo is at 90 Yorktown Road, Lombard, and 604 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. Visit bucadibeppo.com.Koi gives backIn honor of its sixth anniversary, Koi Chinese, Sushi and Sake lounge is giving back to its loyal fans with a discounted entree and gift cards. On Monday, Jan. 18, diners can enjoy $6 Chinese plate entrees. Additionally, patrons throughout the week will receive a $20 gift card to use upon the next visit. All offers are dine-in only. KOI is at 624 Davis Street in Evanston. Call (847) 866-6969 or visit www.koievanston.com.