Capital One Center’s inaugural Culinary Week was evidently a success, because the Tysons development will offer a second serving of the foodie celebration this summer.
Set for July 27-31, the second annual Culinary Week will feature cooking classes, contests and other events hosted by the restaurants on Capital One’s headquarters campus — including the forthcoming La Omri, a Mediterranean concept expected to open later this year.
Like last year, the promotional campaign will double as a fundraiser for World Central Kitchen (WCK), with proceeds from tickets sold to seven scheduled events going to the D.C.-based nonprofit founded by chef José Andrés.
According to Capital One Center, the 2025 Culinary Week raised more than $10,000 for WCK, which provides meals to people affected by disasters and humanitarian crises both locally and internationally.
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“We’re thrilled to be part of Capital One Center Culinary Week for the second year,” WCK Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations Michael Mertz said in a press release. “At World Central Kitchen, food is at the heart of everything we do. This event brings together an incredible community of chefs, restaurants, and food lovers who understand that a meal made with care can nourish far more than just the body.”
“We’re grateful to Capital One Center and Capital One for continuing to champion our mission and for creating such a meaningful way to bring people together over a shared table,” he added.
In addition to a preview of La Omri, the confirmed participants in this year’s Culinary Week are Wren and Naisho Room in The Watermark Hotel, Stellina Pizzeria, Ometeo, Perch Putt’s Rhum Roost tiki bar, Starr Hill Brewpub, Sisters Thai and Flore Cafe, and Wegmans.
Sales are open now for the ticketed Culinary Week events. With early bird pricing available through July 17 and “strong interest anticipated,” Capital One Center advises interested attendees “to secure their tickets early.”
Scheduled events include:
- Sushi Making Class with Wren Team (Monday, July 27, 5-7 p.m.)
Scott Han, the executive sous chef at Wren Tysons (1825 Capital One Drive), will put on a “masterclass on the art of creating maki and nigiri rolls.” Tickets cost $90 with an early bird pricing of $80.
- Pizza Making Paired with Italian Cocktails at Stellina Pizzeria (Tuesday, July 28, 5-7:30 p.m.)
Learn how to craft a Neo-Neapolitan pizza from Stellina Pizzeria chef Matteo Venini. While taking in the showcase, guests at the restaurant at 1610 Capital One Drive “will dine on their self-made pizzas, and indulge in Italian wine or cocktails.” Tickets cost $95 with an $85 early bird special.
- Cocktail Making Class with Naisho Room (Tuesday, July 28, 5-7 p.m.)
Mixologist Jose Salgado, who won the cocktail contest at last year’s Culinary Week, will demonstrate “flavor balancing secrets, proper mixing methods, and presentation skills” during a private class in the exclusive, speakeasy-style Japanese lounge (1825 Capital One Drive). Tickets cost $80, with an early bird pricing of $70.
- Battle of the Chefs (Wednesday, July 29, 4:30-7:30 p.m.)
The “Sunset Showdown” at The Perch (1805 Capital One Drive, Suite 1150) will pit executive chefs from most of the Culinary Week participants, including La Omri, against each other for an audience-decided competition. Guests will enjoy two dishes from the chefs, along with drinks. Tickets cost $85, with an early bird price of $75.
- Cocktail Contest at Ometeo (Thursday, July 30, 4:30-7:30 p.m.)
Guests will sample cocktails, complemented by food, from five competing mixologists at Ometeo’s outdoor bar (1640 Capital One Drive North) and vote on their favorite. A VIP reception will include access to the first hour of the event and “special take-away cocktail gifts.” General admission tickets cost $75, with a $10 discount for early birds.
- Dine & Demo Event at Sisters Tysons (Thursday, July 30, 6-9 p.m.)
The Thai restaurant at 7735 Capital One Tower Road will serve a four-course meal curated to showcase varieties of rice, while chef France demonstrates how to cook ho mok pu, a crab curry mousse wrapped and steamed in banana leaves. Reservations will become available on Resy at a later date.
- Lunchtime Pizza Making at Stellina Pizzeria (Friday, July 31, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.)
Venini will once again lead a pizza-making class for diners, who can then enjoy their pies with Italian wine and cocktails. Ticket prices are the same as the evening class on July 28.
