Unconventional Diner is throwing a Galentine’s Day party on Friday, February 13th, at 6:30 p.m., where ticketholders can celebrate their besties with a little extra shimmer and shine. Guests will be treated to an unforgettable night of drag performances, bingo, food and drink, prizes and readings from a local lipsologist, who gains insights on your inward and outward personality traits through a simple kiss print. This event costs $60.00 per person. To make a reservation, click HERE.

Please join L'Auberge Chez François on Wednesday, February 11th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for Chef Jacques’ every popular Seafood Lover’s Wine and Four-Course Luncheon. Why wait 'til dinner to celebrate the love of award-winning cuisine and vino? Romantic celebrations are a tradition at L’Auberge Chez François, and what a better way to celebrate the romance month and love of seafood!The luncheon will feature Sarah Walsh, Certified Wine Pro and District Manager of Winebow Company. Sarah will act as a guide through the pairings with Chef Jacques’ team and present the descriptions of each of her chosen fine wines paring to guests.This event costs $137.00 per person. To reserve a spot, click HERE. 

On Friday, February 6, join JBC Events and Philippe Chow DC at The Wharf—renowned for its upscale Beijing-style cuisine and luxurious interiors—for The Golden Gallop: Year of the Horse Lunar New Year celebration at Philippe Chow. The event will welcome Washingtonians to the Year of the Horse – a symbol of vitality, elegance, and forward momentum. Beginning at 9pm, guests are welcomed into a richly styled waterfront space where bold reds, shimmering golds, and touches of jade set the tone for prosperity and good fortune. Enjoy a live DJ, surprise entertainment elements and more. Limited Capacity - Cocktail Attire Required. Click HERE to learn more.

Join for a casual seated wine class with their Wine Director, Erin Dudley, where they will discuss blending and the history of the red blend while tasting six of their favorite classic French red blends at Bar Jo!Included with your ticket: Seated wine class with certified sommelier and Neighborhood Restaurant Group Wine Director, Erin Dudley CSW, Tasting of six fine red blends, Small serving of artisanal cheese and accoutrements

Join for a casual seated wine class where they will talk about the diverse category of West Coast Pinot Noirs at Planet Wine.Included with your ticket: Seated wine class with certified sommelier and Neighborhood Restaurant Group Wine Director, Erin Dudley CSW, Tasting of six fine Pinot Noir wines from sustainable west coast vineyards, Small serving of snacks to pair with your wines, Discounts on bottle purchases of all wines tasted

Join Bold Fork Books on Mardi Gras for a special evening exploring the history, food and culture of New Orleans with NOURISHING NETWORKS author Ashley Rose Young and Bold Fork Books' Brinda Penmetsa. All tickets will include a slice of King Cake made by Savannah Velasco of Breadscraps.

Join Bold Fork Books for a very special conversation about Trevor Warmedahl's debut book, CHEESE TREKKING: How Microbes, Landscapes, Livestock, and Human Cultures Shape Terroir. Trevor will be in conversation with Kara McGrath, Owner/Founder of Paste and Rind and a first time moderator at Bold Fork Books. Samples of cheese are incldued in all tickets.

Join for a casual seated wine class where we will talk about the diverse category of sparkling wines at Planet Wine. At this class, their Wine Director, Erin Dudley, will go over the the very wide world of sparkling wines while six fine wine examples from around the globe.Included with your ticket: Seated wine class with certified sommelier and Neighborhood Restaurant Group Wine Director, Erin Dudley CSW, Tasting of six fine sparkling wines from sustainable vineyards, Small serving of snacks to pair with your wines, Discounts on bottle purchases of all wines tasted

Jônt celebrates National Strawberry Day on March 1 from 12–1:30 PM with a special walk-around tasting in partnership with ON BERRIES, a premier Korean strawberry brand known for exceptional sweetness and flavor. This open-house-style event features sweet and savory bites highlighting the berries in creative ways, alongside curated beverages that complement berry-themed pastries. The prepaid experience is $60 per person and offers a relaxed, flavor-focused afternoon in a vibrant setting.More info here.

Baked by Yael hosts a hands-on Hamantaschen Baking Class on February 7, where young bakers ages 6–12 learn to roll, fill, and shape the classic Purim treat. Named Best Hamantaschen in DC by GatherDC, Baked by Yael guides participants step-by-step as they create and bake their own hamantaschen. Each child makes 12 cookies to enjoy and take home, and receives a baker’s apron. The interactive, kid-friendly class runs in two one-hour sessions and is perfect for beginners, with dietary accommodations available upon request.More info here.