Unless you happen to catch a free demo at a culinary festival, it doesn't get much cheaper than ten bucks for a cooking seminar.

Sounds too good to be true, but believe it. Fleming's Peoria is offering the irresistible price for 90 minutes of instruction from chef Jeff Fearing, who'll be giving guests his insider tips on making great barbecue.

During two "barbecue roadtrip" sessions scheduled from noon to 1:30 p.m. this Saturday, October 17, and Saturday, October 24, Fearing will offer recipes for different regional barbecue styles, a hands-on grilling demo, and samples of the finished dishes.

Seating is limited, so call 623-772-9463 to reserve a spot.

Other upcoming seminars include one on "The Perfect Steak," on October 24 at Fleming's DC Ranch, and one covering holiday poultry on November 7 at all locations.

• Chow Bella