Spring celebrations often gather families around tables rich with symbolism, and few traditions express this more beautifully than Passover and Greek Orthodox Easter. Both holidays center on meaningful, labor intensive meals that follow periods of dietary restraint, turning food into a reflection of faith, memory, and renewal.
Passover, or Pesach, tells the story of liberation through ritual foods such as matzah, bitter herbs, and the symbolic Seder plate. Traditional dishes like matzah ball soup, brisket, roasted chicken, and flourless desserts honor centuries of custom while reinforcing themes of remembrance and resilience.
Greek Orthodox Easter, or Pascha, marks the end of the Lenten fast with celebration and abundance. Roasted lamb symbolizes Christ as the Lamb of God, while red dyed eggs represent resurrection and new life. Tsoureki bread, magiritsa soup, and shared sides create a feast that feels both sacred and joyful.
In both traditions, food becomes storytelling, connecting generations through shared ritual and renewal.
For Passover
Attman’s Delicatessen (Park Potomac)
Offers a full Passover catering menu featuring fresh-prepared brisket, chopped liver, potato kugel, latkes, matzo ball soup, and specialized Passover rolls. They have been a staple for traditional Jewish holiday food in the area for years.
attmansdeli.com
Founding Farmers (Potomac)
Provides a "Passover Seder at Home" menu, including classic dishes like slow-cooked brisket with tomato cider glaze, matzo ball soup, and flourless torte. Options are available for full dinner packages or a la carte.
wearefoundingfathers.com
Brooklyn’s Deli (Potomac)
Known for catering, including their popular braised brisket with carrots and onions.
brooklynsdeli-md.com
Wegmans (Rockville)
The new Rockville location (Twinbrook Quarter) provides a dedicated "Passover Essentials" section including Empire Kosher poultry, brisket, and smoked salmon.
wegmans.com
Signature Caterers (Rockville)
Specialized kosher catering for large events or private home meals, known for high-quality aged meats and fresh produce.
signaturecaterers.com
Joe’s (Washington, DC)
Offers a multi-course, prix-fixe Passover dinner available for both dine-in and carryout, featuring herb-roasted chicken and braised short rib.
joes.net
Mon Ami Gabi (Bethesda)
Typically hosts a special Passover dinner with traditional favorites like braised brisket and flourless chocolate cake.
monamigabi.com
Capital Jewish Museum (Washington, DC)
Hosts an "untraditional" community Seder on March 26, 2026 (ahead of the holiday) featuring pescatarian and kosher-style meals.
capitaljewishmuseum.org
For Orthodox Easter
Zaytinya (Washington, DC)
A premier destination for Greek Easter, often offering a special prix-fixe brunch menu. Highlights typically include smoked lamb shoulder, mayiritsa (traditional lamb soup), and koulourakia (ouzo and sesame butter cookies).
zaytinya.com
Parthenon (Washington, DC)
Known for "pulling out all the stops" on Orthodox Easter, featuring baby spring lamb roasted on an outdoor charcoal spit and traditional magiritsa soup.
parthenondelivery.com
Mykonos Grill (Rockville)
Just outside Potomac, this restaurant typically serves a special four-course meal including lamb, Easter bread(tsoureki), and traditional red eggs.
mykonos-grill.com