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Ritz-Carlton Culinary Center

Tall, blond southern boy Rory Dunaway might not seem the obvious choice to unravel the secrets of Mexican gastronomy, but the new recreational kitchen’s chef de cuisine has a way with a flan pan. Formerly of the Amelia Island, FL, Ritz-Carlton, Dunaway teaches students to prepare ceviche, red snapper Veracruz-style, lime flan, and other Maya and Mexican dishes. A “real Mexican” and an outdoor grilling program, each $115, are offered twice a week for two hours.