8 upcoming food & drink events
Root to Table: Field & Flame
Sat, 16 May 2026
Riverside on The Potomac
Root to Table's Field & Flame is a riverfront dinner celebrating local food and sustainable farming, featuring seasonal dishes and stories from growers and chefs. Set beside the Potomac at Riverside on The Potomac, this intimate, fire-lit evening highlights regional produce and community.
Spain My Way -- Live with José Andrés
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 2:00 PM
The Lincoln Theatre
Renowned chef José Andrés brings Spain My Way to The Lincoln Theatre for a live, flavorful evening. Expect engaging stories, a dynamic cooking demonstration, and Spanish-inspired bites as he shares his culinary journey and passion for Spanish cuisine.
34th Annual Giant National Capital BBQ Battle
Sat, 27 Jun 2026
The 34th Annual Giant National Capital BBQ Battle brings top pitmasters to an outdoor showdown in Washington, DC. Attendees sample diverse barbecue, watch live grills, and vote for a people's choice as teams compete for bragging rights.
MetroCooking DC 2026 - Grand Tasting Pavilion
Sun, 15 Nov 2026 at 5:00 AM
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Women in Wine: Mozza Market Tasting Party
Mon, 8 Mar 2027 at 11:30 AM
Georgetown Piano Bar
Join Women in Wine at Mozza Market in Georgetown for an intimate wine-tasting afternoon. Sample curated wines, celebrate women in the wine industry, and enjoy a market setting ideal for adults seeking new favorites in a lively, sociable atmosphere.
Spritz & Stems
Sun, 14 Mar 2027 at 8:00 AM
Georgetown Piano Bar
Join an afternoon in Georgetown for Spritz & Stems, a playful pairing of spritz cocktails and a mini floral-stems workshop. Sip bright, Prosecco-tinged drinks while learning a simple stem arrangement, and take home your handmade centerpiece.
New Chef’s Special at Jinya
Mon, 1 Mar 2027 at 5:00 AM
Georgetown Piano Bar
Georgetown’s Jinya launches a New Chef’s Special dinner, featuring inventive Japanese-inspired dishes and limited-time ramen options. This casual dinner event at the Georgetown location invites guests to sample the chef’s latest creations in a lively, social dining setting.
Special Cherry Blossom “Sakura Spring” Cocktail
Sat, 20 Mar 2027 at 6:00 AM
Georgetown Piano Bar
Sip a Sakura Spring cocktail as Georgetown hosts a cherry-blossom-inspired celebration. This limited-time event features a curated floral-forward lineup in a stylish Georgetown setting, perfect for a casual daytime-to-evening outing. A bright seasonal twist adds springtime flair to your DC visit.