Silk Road Ethiopian Cooking: Doro Wat & Lentil Stew

Join Marianne Tshihamba at Hill Center DC for a Silk Road-inspired cooking class tracing how spices moved across continents. Learn to prepare fiery Doro Wat with injera, plus collard greens and red lentil stew, and savor a hands-on culinary journey.

Pasta Foundations III: Gnocchi Lab

Join Pasta Foundations III: Gnocchi Lab at Galería for a hands-on class exploring gnocchi structure and moisture control. Learn traditional technique to produce light, refined gnocchi and master moisture balance in a focused kitchen-lab setting at Union Market DC.

Great District Bake Off with a Twist

Student teams race to decorate cookies in a collaborative bake-off at the District House Lounge. Each trio faces a twist that limits one member (unable to speak, hear, or see), testing communication and teamwork in a fun, inclusive challenge.

Centrolina Stela Tasting Menu by Amy Brandwein — Cherry Blossom Edition

Experience an 8-course tasting menu by Chef Amy Brandwein in Centrolina's private Chef's Salon, featuring seasonal bounty with optional wine pairing. The Cherry Blossom Edition offers refined, intimate dining in a renowned DC venue.

R&B & Gnocchi Nights: Rollin with the Classics

Experience R&B vibes and hands-on pasta-making at Galería as you roll gnocchi to a soulful soundtrack. This interactive cooking-night pairs flavorful sauces with a live R&B-inspired playlist, blending culinary delight with music in a relaxed, social setting.

Stretch & Season: Fresh Mozzarella Experience

Learn to pull and season fresh mozzarella with Chef Cassandra in a hands-on cooking class at Galería. This social workshop guides you through stretching and salting cheese, with tasting and tips for home-made mozzarella in a relaxed market setting.

DC Brau Taproom Beer Tasting Night

Experience a casual beer-tasting evening at DC Brau Brewing Company. The 7:00 PM event offers a guided flight of local brews in a warm taproom setting, with opportunities to chat with the brewers. An approachable, 21+ outing perfect for friends or colleagues looking to kick off the month with great beer.

The Last Dinner Party

The Last Dinner Party at The Anthem in Washington, DC promises a stylish dinner event pairing cuisine with a night of social entertainment in a renowned music venue. Aimed at adults seeking a unique, shared dining experience in an atmospheric space.

An Evening with The Macallan at Elcielo

An upscale whisky tasting event at Elcielo in Washington, D.C., featuring The Macallan. The evening guides guests through selected Macallan expressions with expert notes and pairing bites in a stylish, intimate setting. A refined night for whisky lovers to savor aroma, texture, and craft.

Savor the Flavors: May 1–31

Savor the Flavors runs May 1–31 across Washington, DC, inviting you to sample world cuisines at a curated list of local restaurants during Passport DC. Taste signature bites from diverse venues and explore multiple neighborhoods without leaving the city.

33rd Annual Chef’s Best Dinner & Auction

Celebrate culinary excellence at the 33rd Annual Chef’s Best Dinner & Auction, a charity dinner at Marriott Marquis DC. Guests enjoy a chef-curated dining experience followed by a live auction to support local causes. An elegant evening in Washington, DC, blending fine food and philanthropy.

MetroCooking DC 2026 - Grand Tasting Pavilion

New Chef’s Special at Jinya

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.

Women in Wine: Mozza Market Tasting Party

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

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.

Special Cherry Blossom “Sakura Spring” Cocktail

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.