May 3 through 9

SPOTLIGHT

Indian Markets
May 8, 12, 15. 10a.m. – 12p.m. Washington Post columnist Monica Bhide, an Indian-born food writer and cookbook author, will discuss spices, rice, frozen and packaged Indian foods, chutneys, pickles, and breads that can be discovered in aisles of Indian grocery stores. After exploring a grocery store, enjoy traditional Indian dishes such as tandoori naan, rice pilaf, tandoori chicken, saag paneer, and mint lassis. The tour, presented by the Smithsonian Resident Associate Program, meets at Ginger & Spice Market, 6548A Little River Turnpike, Alexandria. Call 202-633-3030 to make a reservation. $29 Smithsonian members, $39 general admission.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration
May 8; 12-5p.m. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with wines paired with a variety of favors for spicy south of the border flair. Wine-a-Ritas available for purchase. Veramar Vineyard, 905 Quarry Road, Berryville; 540-955-5510; www.veramar.com; Free.

Catoctin Creek Bottling Day

May 8; 10a.m.-4p.m.  Volunteers are wanted to help bottle, cap, seal, and label whiskey.  Sign your name on some bottles. Lunch will be provided.  RSVP ahead of time so they can plan accordingly.  37251C East Richardson Lane, Purcellville;  http://catoctincreekdistilling.com. Free.

Festival of Spring
May 9; 10a.m.-6p.m. The 5th Annual Festival of Spring including crafts, food, and live entertainment. Take a break in the Wine Garden to sample several Virginia wines and let the children play in the Inn Lawn Park. Luray Train Depot; 540-743-7700; www.luraydowntown.com; $10

Jewelry Show at Winery at La Grange
May 9; 11a.m.-6p.m. Debra Fabian will host a jewelry show on the back porch. Winery at La Grange; 4970 Antioch Road, Haymarket; 703-753-9360; www.wineryatlagrange.com; Free to browse.