From author talks and exhibitions to festivals, lectures, and offbeat events, here’s your guide to the DMV’s most eclectic spring offerings.

Opened in February 2026, Odo East Village has 700 on its waitlist. Its "Kaiseki Izakaya" theme reflects the two-Michelin-starred chef Hiroki Odo’s vision to make Japanese cuisine accessible to all.

Chef Massimo Bottura shares his philosophy on food waste, blending tradition, creativity and a simple recipe to turn leftovers into something meaningful.