Freedom Seder; Dreams of Sushi

WEST NEWTON - Lumière chef Michael Leviton teams up with interfaith ambassador and rabbi Lev Ba’esh for a Seder dinner. Entitled “A Journey Toward Freedom in 4 Acts and 4 Courses,” the interactive family-style meal will include Passover’s traditional four questions, singing, and a live band. $125, Friday, April 6, and Saturday, April 7, 6pm. Call for reservations: 617.244.9199 [Official Site]

BELMONT - Studio Cinema hosts a preview of the documentary Jiro Dreams of Sushi on Thursday, March 29. There will also be a pre-film sushi and sake dinner led by sake expert Lloyd Foster. Purchase $10 movie tickets and $25 dinner tickets by Monday, March 26 here. [GS, Official Site]

SEAPORT DISTRICT - The Seaport Hotel will be home to the 9th annual Cooking for a Cause dinner to benefit the East End House, one of Greater Boston's oldest social service centers. Guests will sample dishes from such restaurants as dante, Craigie on Main, Rialto and Tremont 647, while the Winiker Orchestra plays a few swing sets. $125, Friday, March 30, 6pm to 10pm. [Boston Chefs]