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Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 03/01/2012

March art preview

By Michael O'Sullivan

Art is bursting out all over town, with a bunch of intriguing new projects.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 08:00 AM ET, 03/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Museums

Posted at 05:00 PM ET, 02/28/2012

Fast-food king hires Roberto Donna

By Tom Sietsema

The James Beard Award-winning Italian chef, who left the area in January following financial and legal woes, will return to work for the owner of the Pizza Autentica chain.

By Tom Sietsema | 05:00 PM ET, 02/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:05 PM ET, 02/28/2012

Intersections festival highlights and giveaway

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The fest at Atlas Performing Arts Center include theater inspired by “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” and Stravinsky re-envisioned as big band.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 03:05 PM ET, 02/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Theater

Posted at 02:49 PM ET, 02/28/2012

Best events for kids: Planets and Plays

By Amy Orndorff

From an out-of-this-world day of art to an out-of-the-box play, there are a number of kid-friendly events to mark on your calendar this weekend.

By Amy Orndorff | 02:49 PM ET, 02/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 02/28/2012

Nightlife agenda: Gin tasting and Texas Independence Day

By David Malitz

Also this week: see both Justin Jones and Jim Jones.

By David Malitz | 09:00 AM ET, 02/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:24 PM ET, 02/27/2012

Theater comings and goings this week

By Amy Orndorff

This week is your last chance to see “The Gaming Table” at Folger Theatre and it’s also a good time to get tickets for upcoming shows, including “Ah, Wilderness” at Arena Stage.

By Amy Orndorff | 03:24 PM ET, 02/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Theater

Posted at 03:06 PM ET, 02/27/2012

Will Artley heads to Pizzeria Orso (with a stamp of approval)

By Tom Sietsema

But does he have any experience making Neapolitan pizza, its signature dish?

By Tom Sietsema | 03:06 PM ET, 02/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 02:02 PM ET, 02/27/2012

Sunday night’s 84th annual Academy Awards may have held few surprises for audiences — but if the Oscars have left you itching to see the winning films, you’re in luck. Several of them are still playing in area theaters.

By Jess Righthand | 02:02 PM ET, 02/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 11:46 AM ET, 02/27/2012

Free & Easy: Annie Hall and stargazing

By Erica Balanc

Free events the week of February 27-March 4.

By Erica Balanc | 11:46 AM ET, 02/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap, Events

Posted at 11:16 AM ET, 02/27/2012

Stage Burger Lounge set for Silver Spring

By Tom Sietsema

Silver Spring wins a burger joint — this one set to open near AFI and the Fillmore.

By Tom Sietsema | 11:16 AM ET, 02/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:42 AM ET, 02/27/2012

‘Act of Valor’ claims victory in weekend box office

By Jess Righthand

On a weekend full of movie news, the Navy Seals action flick “Act of Valor” took first place in the weekend’s box office.

By Jess Righthand | 10:42 AM ET, 02/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 04:09 PM ET, 02/24/2012

Food in focus: District Kitchen

By Justin Rude

District Kitchen, which opened in January in Woodley Park, follows a familiar script: farm-to-table American classics in a warm, exposed brick dining room.

By Justin Rude | 04:09 PM ET, 02/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:00 PM ET, 02/24/2012

Where to see Oscar-nominated shorts

By Amy Joyce

Several theaters screen the nominees, even past Sunday. Here’s where to find them.

By Amy Joyce | 03:00 PM ET, 02/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 01:50 PM ET, 02/24/2012

Weekend update: Off-the-wall workouts

By Brandon Weigel

Exercise has never been so weird (or so fun) as with these five off-the-wall classes. Midair yoga, anyone?

By Brandon Weigel | 01:50 PM ET, 02/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc. | Tags: Weekend update

Posted at 10:21 AM ET, 02/24/2012

New and popular DVDs: ‘J.Edgar,’ ‘Puss in Boots’

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 10:21 AM ET, 02/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 02/24/2012

New movies: ‘Wanderlust,’ ‘Rampart’

By Stephanie Merry

In this week’s new movies, Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd play uptight fish out of water on a rural commune and Woody Harrelson takes on the role of corrupt cop.

By Stephanie Merry | 08:00 AM ET, 02/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 04:59 PM ET, 02/23/2012

Standard set to reopen on March 1

By Fritz Hahn

Standard, which won raves for its barbecue and beer last summer, is set to reopen next Thursday with an expanded menu and expanded patio.

By Fritz Hahn | 04:59 PM ET, 02/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Restaurants

Posted at 02:25 PM ET, 02/23/2012

Plan your weekend: Best Picture marathon, Frida Kahlo, Blake Shelton

By Brandon Weigel

Going Out Guide picks a Blake Shelton show and a casting call for Klingons in Dupont Circle.

By Brandon Weigel | 02:25 PM ET, 02/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 11:23 AM ET, 02/23/2012

Reasons to play hooky today

By Going Out Guide staff

How could you possibly handle work on a day like this? Here are our favorite places to go when you need a day off.

By Going Out Guide staff | 11:23 AM ET, 02/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants, Bars and Clubs, Museums

Posted at 10:00 AM ET, 02/23/2012

Hot Tickets: The Beach Boys, the Howard Theatre

By Brandon Weigel

One of the quintessential summer bands comes to Merriweather Post Pavilion just in time for the warm weather.

By Brandon Weigel | 10:00 AM ET, 02/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 02/23/2012

Art in focus: ‘Frida Kahlo: Her Photos’ at Artisphere

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Get a peek at the exhibition opening tonight.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 08:00 AM ET, 02/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Museums, Events, Free and Cheap

Posted at 07:37 PM ET, 02/22/2012

All you can’t eat: D.C.’s food feats

By Alex Baldinger

No matter how hungry you are, there’s no way you’re finishing most of these massive, spicy or massively-spicy menu items.

By Alex Baldinger | 07:37 PM ET, 02/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants, Bars and Clubs

Posted at 04:28 PM ET, 02/22/2012

Bars to try tonight: Boundary Road and Sixth Engine

By Fritz Hahn

Two new bars offer cocktails and microbrews near Capitol Hill.

By Fritz Hahn | 04:28 PM ET, 02/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 03:54 PM ET, 02/22/2012

Got Plans? talks Oscars watch parties, last-minute movies

By Lavanya Ramanathan

We’re bringing in the Post’s movie critic to field questions about Oscar films and parties.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 03:54 PM ET, 02/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies, Events

Posted at 12:39 PM ET, 02/22/2012

New York Times on Shake Shack: ‘Meh’

By Alex Baldinger

Food critic Pete Wells dissects the power of Shake Shack in Tuesday’s edition of the paper.

By Alex Baldinger | 12:39 PM ET, 02/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 02/22/2012

Wale, Mos Def and Bad Brains top Howard Theatre lineup

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The historic, long crumbling center of Washington’s Black Broadway will reopen in April.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 08:00 AM ET, 02/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music, Events, Bars and Clubs

Posted at 04:52 PM ET, 02/21/2012

Food in focus: Elisir

By Justin Rude

In the Sunday’s dining column in The Washington Post Magazine, food critic Tom Sietsema celebrated something incredibly rare in the D.C. area: the emergence of a new fine dining restaurant.

By Justin Rude | 04:52 PM ET, 02/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 02:09 PM ET, 02/21/2012

Weekend box office: ‘Safe House’ and ‘The Vow’ go head to head

By Anne Kenderdine

It’s almost a tie for these two films over the Presidents Day holiday weekend.

By Anne Kenderdine | 02:09 PM ET, 02/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Going Out Gurus

Posted at 02:04 PM ET, 02/21/2012

Theater comings and goings this week

By Amy Orndorff

This week is your last chance to see “Elephant Room” at Arena Stage. It’s also a good time to get tickets for upcoming shows, including “Brother Russia” at Signature Theatre.

By Amy Orndorff | 02:04 PM ET, 02/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Theater

Posted at 01:57 PM ET, 02/21/2012

Best events for kids: ‘Phineas and Ferb,’ learn about Rosa Parks

By Amy Orndorff

From a Black History Month activity to a show featuring a crime-fighting platypus, there are a number of kid-friendly events to mark on your calendar this weekend.

By Amy Orndorff | 01:57 PM ET, 02/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 12:19 PM ET, 02/21/2012

Let the Mardi Gras parties roll

By Fritz Hahn

If you’re looking for cheap drinks and beads a la Bourbon Street, it seems that every other bar is hosting a Mardi Gras party tonight.

By Fritz Hahn | 12:19 PM ET, 02/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Restaurants

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 02/21/2012

Nightlife Agenda: Tittsworth’s birthday and a drunken spelling bee

By Fritz Hahn

This week, one of D.C.’s top DJ throws himself a birthday party, the Rock and Roll Hotel’s spelling bee gets new rules, and Farewell Republic blows the doors off DC9.

By Fritz Hahn | 07:00 AM ET, 02/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Music

Posted at 05:02 PM ET, 02/20/2012

Where to watch the Oscars

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Invite to the Academy Awards got lost in the mail? Celebrate at these red-carpet fetes.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 05:02 PM ET, 02/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies, Events

Posted at 04:00 PM ET, 02/19/2012

Free & Easy: the Persian harp and ‘Pina’

By Erica Balanc

Free this week: listen to the Persian harp performed at the Freer Gallery and see “Pina” in 2-D at the National Archives.

By Erica Balanc | 04:00 PM ET, 02/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 04:05 PM ET, 02/17/2012

Something for the weekend: planning for snow... or for brunch

By Justin Rude

If we do end up getting a nice late-winter snowstorm, the Going Out Guide’s editor’s picks have you covered.

By Justin Rude | 04:05 PM ET, 02/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:42 PM ET, 02/17/2012

WSC Avant Bard to host Klingon casting call

By Lavanya Ramanathan

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 03:42 PM ET, 02/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Theater

Posted at 02:34 PM ET, 02/17/2012

The Got Plans? Recap: Beautiful bars and bathrooms and wine getaways

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The Going Out Gurus were joined by Lauren Miller and Brian Winter of the design firm Edit.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 02:34 PM ET, 02/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants, Bars and Clubs | Tags: Got Plans

Posted at 02:09 PM ET, 02/17/2012

Weekend update: Monstrous eats

By Brandon Weigel

You’ve seen “Man vs. Food.” Now you can tackle food challenges right here in D.C.

By Brandon Weigel | 02:09 PM ET, 02/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 10:42 AM ET, 02/17/2012

New and popular DVDs: ‘Human Centipede,’ ‘Rum Diary,’ ‘Drive’ and more

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 10:42 AM ET, 02/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 02/17/2012

New movies: ‘This Means War,’ ‘Coriolanus’

By Jess Righthand

In this week’s new movies, Reese Witherspoon stars in another manufactured “romaction” comedy and an adaptation of Shakespeare’s “Coriolanus” gets highest marks.

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 02/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 05:04 PM ET, 02/16/2012

Eat like the Obamas for Presidents’ Day

By Alex Baldinger

It has become an unofficial sport around these parts to dine like the Obamas, and although what the special guests ordered isn’t made public, you can follow in their footsteps.

By Alex Baldinger | 05:04 PM ET, 02/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:30 PM ET, 02/16/2012

Plan your weekend: The Wammies, Neal Brennan

By Brandon Weigel

Going Out Guide picks: Annual local music awards and Neal Brennan’s stand-up comedy.

By Brandon Weigel | 02:30 PM ET, 02/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 01:45 PM ET, 02/16/2012

“In the Land of Blood and Honey,” take two

By Amy Joyce

Angelina Jolie’s “In the Land of Blood and Honey” will open Friday at the Avalon Theatre. It screened locally, but wasn't in theaters long enough for many to see it.

By Amy Joyce | 01:45 PM ET, 02/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Going Out Gurus

Posted at 12:11 PM ET, 02/16/2012

Talk bars and bathrooms, win theater tickets

By Fritz Hahn

During today’s Got Plans? discussion, you can win tickets to the Atlas Performing Arts Center’s Intersections festival for telling us about your favorite public bathroom.

By Fritz Hahn | 12:11 PM ET, 02/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 10:39 AM ET, 02/16/2012

Skrillex, Mark Ronson Doc “Re:Generation” Hits Theaters

By Lavanya Ramanathan

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 10:39 AM ET, 02/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music, Movies

Posted at 08:24 PM ET, 02/15/2012

Hot Tickets: Bill Maher, DJ Shadow

By Brandon Weigel

Bill Maher brings his disdain for Washington to . . . Washington.

By Brandon Weigel | 08:24 PM ET, 02/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 01:36 PM ET, 02/15/2012

Got Plans: Meet D.C.’s most stylish bar designers

By Fritz Hahn

The two-person design firm Edit is behind a number of D.C.’s coolest nightspots. They join us on Got Plans? to talk about their favorite past projects and the local bar scene.

By Fritz Hahn | 01:36 PM ET, 02/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Restaurants

Posted at 11:57 AM ET, 02/15/2012

The Make-Up reunites

By David Malitz

One of D.C.’s most beloved rock bands of the ‘90s is back together, at least for one show. (In London.)

By David Malitz | 11:57 AM ET, 02/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 04:56 PM ET, 02/14/2012

Michel Richard gambling on Atlantic City

By Tom Sietsema

The celebrity chef is partnering with the new Revel resort to open three dining spaces there.

By Tom Sietsema | 04:56 PM ET, 02/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Going Out Gurus

Posted at 04:08 PM ET, 02/14/2012

Toki Underground closed today; Pho U pop-up canceled

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The restaurant cited a death for the Valentine’s Day closure.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 04:08 PM ET, 02/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:18 PM ET, 02/14/2012

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf opens in Dupont Hilton: Is Paris Hilton far behind?

By Jess Righthand

Stars who make the trek from Los Angeles to D.C. for April’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner can now find a comfort of home in the lobby of the Washington Hilton.

By Jess Righthand | 12:18 PM ET, 02/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 11:51 AM ET, 02/14/2012

What to do this week: Neal Brennan, pop-up pho and slow jams

By David Malitz

Standup comedy, Vietnamese food and Valentine’s Day jams are on the agenda.

By David Malitz | 11:51 AM ET, 02/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 02/14/2012

Nightlife Agenda: Be our valentines. Or not.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson

Anti-Valentine’s Day parties, the Dead Milkmen and a tribute to Don Cornelius and Whitney Houston are among this week’s nightlife highlights.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson | 08:00 AM ET, 02/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 02:02 PM ET, 02/13/2012

DJ nights honor Whitney Houston

By Fritz Hahn

Upcoming parties pay tribute to the late Whitney Houston and her classic songs.

By Fritz Hahn | 02:02 PM ET, 02/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 12:01 PM ET, 02/13/2012

Peep this: A little love for your digital duos

By Lavanya Ramanathan

This Valentine’s, let your fingers do the talking. Snap a digital duo and we’ll post it.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 12:01 PM ET, 02/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 11:23 AM ET, 02/13/2012

Weekend box office: ‘The Vow’ takes No. 1

By Jess Righthand

Love is in the air, and especially at the movies. Over the weekend, “The Vow,” a romantic comedy with Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum, swept away the box office, making $41.7 million.

By Jess Righthand | 11:23 AM ET, 02/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 04:00 PM ET, 02/12/2012

Free and Easy: Grammy-winning folk and the Iranian film festival

By Erica Balanc

Free this week: catch a performance by the Carolina Chocolate Drops and the closing of the Iranian film festival.

By Erica Balanc | 04:00 PM ET, 02/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 05:34 PM ET, 02/10/2012

Weekend update: Find romance in Washington

By Brandon Weigel

Need to fan the flames this Valentine’s Day? We have 25 spots that are great for romance.

By Brandon Weigel | 05:34 PM ET, 02/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 03:49 PM ET, 02/10/2012

Hate Valentine’s? These parties are for you

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Shred your ex, down bitter cocktails or break hearts with break beats.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 03:49 PM ET, 02/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 01:10 PM ET, 02/10/2012

Food in focus: District Commons

By Justin Rude

Take a look inside restaurateur Jeff Tunks’s newest addition to the local dining scene: District Commons, an American tavern on Washington Circle.

By Justin Rude | 01:10 PM ET, 02/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:17 PM ET, 02/10/2012

Oscar-nominated animated, live action and documentary short films screen tonight

By Michael O’Sullivan

Really want to be informed for the Academy Awards? The Oscar-nominated live action, animated and documentary short films screen starting tonight.

By Michael O’Sullivan | 12:17 PM ET, 02/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Going Out Gurus

Posted at 10:37 AM ET, 02/10/2012

New and popular DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 10:37 AM ET, 02/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 02/10/2012

Can we get your digits for Valentine’s Day?

By Alex Baldinger

Snagging a cellphone number is a nice way to end a night of conversation with a romantic interest, but when it comes to a Valentine’s Day date, you probably have a place in your counterpart’s contacts list.

By Alex Baldinger | 09:00 AM ET, 02/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 02/10/2012

New movies: ‘Safe House,’ ‘W.E.’

By Jess Righthand

In this week’s new movies, Ryan Reynolds attempts to establish himself as a serious actor in “Safe House” and Madonna creates a “beautiful mess” in “W.E.”

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 02/10/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 06:29 PM ET, 02/09/2012

Got Plans? recap: The Valentine’s FAQ

By Lavanya Ramanathan

We round up the best questions from this week’s chat with On Love reporter Ellen McCarthy.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 06:29 PM ET, 02/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events | Tags: Got Plans?

Posted at 03:22 PM ET, 02/09/2012

Ask Tom chat recap: Water, water everywhere

By Justin Rude

In Wednesday’s Ask Tom chat, readers and Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema discussed the best spots for oysters, including Pearl Dive, and a server’s question about diners drinking too much water.

By Justin Rude | 03:22 PM ET, 02/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 03:00 PM ET, 02/09/2012

Plan your weekend: Founding Fathers exhibits, Play In a Day

By Brandon Weigel

Going Out Guide picks plays put together in a day and two exhibits on Founding Fathers.

By Brandon Weigel | 03:00 PM ET, 02/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 01:03 PM ET, 02/09/2012

Where to get in the mood for Valentine’s Day

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Find amazing restaurants and desserts, great first date spots and more ways to set the mood.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 01:03 PM ET, 02/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:55 PM ET, 02/09/2012

Acclaimed Town House chefs leave – for D.C., maybe?

By Tom Sietsema

John Shields and his wife, Karen Urie Shields, are scouting restaurant locations in the Mid-Atlantic, Tom Sietsema reports.

By Tom Sietsema | 12:55 PM ET, 02/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:29 PM ET, 02/09/2012

Hot Tickets: Madonna, Miike Snow

By Brandon Weigel

The Material Girl is coming to Verizon Center in September.

By Brandon Weigel | 12:29 PM ET, 02/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 03:28 PM ET, 02/08/2012

Sweat before you splurge this Valentine’s Day

By Lavanya Ramanathan and Vicky Hallett

First sweat it out as a couple with some quirky workouts, then go on and splurge.

By Lavanya Ramanathan and Vicky Hallett | 03:28 PM ET, 02/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events | Tags: Valentine's Day

Posted at 01:46 PM ET, 02/08/2012

Our favorite escapes from the winter weather

By Fritz Hahn

When snow and sleet are on the horizon, these indoor destinations can help you pretend you’re miles away from Washington.

By Fritz Hahn | 01:46 PM ET, 02/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 03:52 PM ET, 02/07/2012

Bar Pilar has reopened, without food

By Fritz Hahn

While construction continues on the popular tavern’s second floor, the main bar has reopened for business as (almost) usual.

By Fritz Hahn | 03:52 PM ET, 02/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 02/07/2012

Nightlife Agenda: Charity dance parties and free local beer

By Fritz Hahn

This week, sample the work of local homebrewers, dance to old-school bands for charity or take the stage in front of a full band.

By Fritz Hahn | 08:00 AM ET, 02/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Events, Music

Posted at 03:20 PM ET, 02/06/2012

‘Chronicle’ wins weekend box office

By Jess Righthand

Post film critic Mark Jenkins gave the new sci-fi thriller “Chronicle” only two stars in his review, but that didn’t stop millions from turning out to see the film for themselves this weekend.

By Jess Righthand | 03:20 PM ET, 02/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 03:17 PM ET, 02/06/2012

What to do this week: Synetic’s latest, Sharon Van Etten and John Hodgman

By David Malitz

Pay what you can for Synetic Theater’s latest, “Genesis Reboot,” plus music from Sharon Van Etten and comedy from John Hodgman.

By David Malitz | 03:17 PM ET, 02/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 03:16 PM ET, 02/06/2012

D.C. Meat-Free Week kicks off today

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The third year of the event enlists restaurants and food trucks across the city to add vegan dishes to the menu.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 03:16 PM ET, 02/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc., Events, Restaurants

Posted at 12:23 PM ET, 02/06/2012

Theater comings and goings this week

By Amy Orndorff

This week is your last chance to see Washington Stage Guild’s “Amelia, a Story of Abiding Love,” and it’s also a good time to get tickets for upcoming shows, including “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at Olney Theatre Center.

By Amy Orndorff | 12:23 PM ET, 02/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Theater

Posted at 04:00 PM ET, 02/05/2012

Free and easy: Dickens turns 200, adopt a cat

By Erica Balanc

Free this week: celebrate Dickens’s 200th birthday and play with irresistible cats up for adoption.

By Erica Balanc | 04:00 PM ET, 02/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 03:21 PM ET, 02/03/2012

The area’s romantic places and Valentine’s dates under $30

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Plus five Valentine’s dates for less than $30 a person.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 03:21 PM ET, 02/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Restaurants | Tags: Valentine's Day

Posted at 02:57 PM ET, 02/03/2012

Weekend update: Find family-friendly theater in unexpected places

By Brandon Weigel

This month, area stages that normally cater to adults are putting on shows for the kids, too. See what’s on the theater calendar and other features in the Feb. 3 Weekend section.

By Brandon Weigel | 02:57 PM ET, 02/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc., Events | Tags: Weekend update

Posted at 09:46 AM ET, 02/03/2012

New and popular DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 09:46 AM ET, 02/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 02/03/2012

Food in focus: Valentine’s Day edition

By David Malitz

Looking for the perfect meal on Valentine’s Day? It depends on what kind of diner you are.

By David Malitz | 09:00 AM ET, 02/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 02/03/2012

New movies: ‘Pina,’ ‘The Woman In Black”

By Jess Righthand

In this week’s new movies, one of the contendors for Best Documentary in the upcoming Academy Awards wows Post critic Stephanie Merry, and Daniel Radcliffe manages to be somewhat convincing as a widower with a child and a law degree, despite the fact that he’s still only 22-years-old.

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 02/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 04:54 PM ET, 02/02/2012

Ice goes upscale at Bourbon Steak

By Tom Sietsema

While D,C.’s small craft cocktail-focused bars have already been talking up the role ice plays in your drink, now a national restaurant group is investing in specialty forms of frozen water.

By Tom Sietsema | 04:54 PM ET, 02/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 04:09 PM ET, 02/02/2012

Gina Chersevani leaves PS 7’s

By Fritz Hahn

One of Washington’s top mixologists has left PS 7’s to focus on opening her own cocktail lounge.

By Fritz Hahn | 04:09 PM ET, 02/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 02:28 PM ET, 02/02/2012

Plan your weekend: Step Afrika, Super Bowl parties

By Brandon Weigel

Going Out Guide picks: Step Afrika and a free Super Bowl party with a movie-size screen.

By Brandon Weigel | 02:28 PM ET, 02/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 01:46 PM ET, 02/02/2012

Ask Tom: $100 bottles of beer

By Alex Baldinger

Should your server make sure you know how much an unusually expensive item costs before he places your the order with the bar or kitchen?

By Alex Baldinger | 01:46 PM ET, 02/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:28 PM ET, 02/02/2012

February’s best concerts: Rick Ross, Guns N’ Roses

By David Malitz

Rick Ross, Guns N’ Roses, Blake Shelton and an array of international musicians visit D.C. in February.

By David Malitz | 12:28 PM ET, 02/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 10:08 AM ET, 02/02/2012

On stage in February: ‘P.Nokio,’ Twyla Tharp, ‘New Jerusalem’

By Stephanie Merry

The theme of February theater appears to be growing up.

By Stephanie Merry | 10:08 AM ET, 02/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Theater

Posted at 08:13 PM ET, 02/01/2012

Hot Tickets: Guns N’ Roses, Feist

By Brandon Weigel

It may be an older version of Axl Rose, and he may be the only original member on the stage, but hey, this is still Guns N’ Roses we’re talking about.

By Brandon Weigel | 08:13 PM ET, 02/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 02:48 PM ET, 02/01/2012

The Washington Post vs. the nine-pound cheeseburger

By Alex Baldinger

This is the story of a nine-pound cheeseburger, and the hard-working, burger-loving journalists who attempted to finish it.

By Alex Baldinger | 02:48 PM ET, 02/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 02:03 PM ET, 02/01/2012

New happy hours to try: Mova Lounge and Southern Hospitality

By Fritz Hahn

Gay hotspot Mova Lounge has relocated to the 14th and U corridor, while Southern Hospitality tries to breathe new life into the old Adams Mill Bar and Grill.

By Fritz Hahn | 02:03 PM ET, 02/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 02/01/2012

Black & Orange now flipping burgers on 14th Street

By Alex Baldinger

Black & Orange’s second location is open for business on 14th Street NW, just south of U Street. [Read more]

By Alex Baldinger | 01:00 PM ET, 02/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 01:20 PM ET, 01/31/2012

It’s true: Cantina Marina will be open today

By Alex Baldinger

Happy hour on the Southwest Waterfront today? A possibility, thanks to Cantina Marina’s weather-prompted reopening.

By Alex Baldinger | 01:20 PM ET, 01/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 11:03 AM ET, 01/31/2012

Springtime in January

By Alex Baldinger

With temperatures forecast to hover in the 60s for the next few days, Washingtonians are getting their first taste of spring — even though we seem to have skipped winter.

By Alex Baldinger | 11:03 AM ET, 01/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

D.C.-area nightlife, events and dining

Going Out Guide: March, 2012