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Posted at 03:31 PM ET, 12/06/2012

Victor Albisu to replace PS 7’s with Del Campo

By Tom Sietsema

Expected to open in spring 2013, Del Campo will focus on the social and edible pleasures of the South American asado, or barbecue.

By Tom Sietsema | 03:31 PM ET, 12/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:00 AM ET, 12/05/2012

For Repeal Day, party like it’s 1933 (Updated)

By Fritz Hahn

Dec. 5 will mark 79 years since Utah ratified the 21st Amendment, putting an end to the national experiment of Prohibition. What more reason could you need to raise a celebratory cocktail?

By Fritz Hahn | 10:00 AM ET, 12/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 12:03 PM ET, 11/30/2012

Galaxy Hut’s menu goes vegetarian (but don’t worry, the tater tots are safe)

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The popular Arlington bar transforms its bar food into veggie/vegan fare.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 12:03 PM ET, 11/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Restaurants

Posted at 10:00 AM ET, 11/30/2012

‘The Waiting Room’ gets four stars, plus Brad Pitt in ‘Killing Them Softly’

By Jess Righthand

The Post critics weigh in on this week’s new movie releases.

By Jess Righthand | 10:00 AM ET, 11/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 06:30 AM ET, 11/30/2012

What’s the best coffee shop in the D.C. area?

By Lavanya Ramanathan

With lots of new options, the Going Out Guide is asking readers to vote for their new favorites.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 06:30 AM ET, 11/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 04:42 PM ET, 11/29/2012

Art in focus: At the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, ‘Black Box: Democracia’ reminds us that life goes on, even in the face of death

By Michael O'Sullivan

At the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, athletes defy death with style

By Michael O'Sullivan | 04:42 PM ET, 11/29/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Museums

Posted at 04:03 PM ET, 11/29/2012

This weekend: ice skating with a waterfront view, explosive art and Swedish Holiday Bazaar

By Lavanya Ramanathan and Maura Judkis

Lighted boats, an explosive holiday and more.

By Lavanya Ramanathan and Maura Judkis | 04:03 PM ET, 11/29/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Holiday, Misc.

Posted at 02:46 PM ET, 11/29/2012

Things you could drink for $7 that aren’t the new Starbucks coffee

By Caitlin Dewey

The coffee mega-chain recently debuted a new $7 coffee — here, some local alternatives.

By Caitlin Dewey | 02:46 PM ET, 11/29/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:24 PM ET, 11/29/2012

Holiday tipple report: Black Fleece at Firefly

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The drink hints at eggnog without the unappealing richness.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 02:24 PM ET, 11/29/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 02:00 PM ET, 11/29/2012

Chef Eric Ripert bids adieu to Westend Bistro

By Tom Sietsema

“We’ve met all the goals. I’m very proud of what we’ve done” in the past five years.

By Tom Sietsema | 02:00 PM ET, 11/29/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 01:30 PM ET, 11/29/2012

Behold: Tim Carman’s dive bar commandments

By Alex Baldinger

Is that Schlitz Tall Boy you hold in your hand from an actual dive bar? Adhere to these rules and it’s possible!

By Alex Baldinger | 01:30 PM ET, 11/29/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 10:19 AM ET, 11/29/2012

Experience the art, not the claustrophobia, in Sackler’s 3D cave experience

By Maura Judkis

Dec. 1-9, take an interactive look inside an ancient Chinese cave.

By Maura Judkis | 10:19 AM ET, 11/29/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Museums

Posted at 03:22 PM ET, 11/28/2012

Santa should plan to call a taxi after these costumed holiday bar crawls

By Fritz Hahn

Don a Santa suit or ugly sweater to get drink specials and help charities.

By Fritz Hahn | 03:22 PM ET, 11/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 02:23 PM ET, 11/28/2012

Want your Christmas tree to really sparkle this year? Try adding 2,000 fireworks

By Maura Judkis

The Chinese artist Cai Guo-Qiang will do one of his famous explosion events for the Sackler Gallery’s 25th anniversary celebration on Friday.

By Maura Judkis | 02:23 PM ET, 11/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 12:18 PM ET, 11/28/2012

Food scraps: Standard set to hibernate; Bardo hopes to raise $110K through Indiegogo

By Fritz Hahn and Justin Rude

Wet, chilly weather heralds the end of the mostly-outdoor standard barbecue joint at 14th and S streets NW.

By Fritz Hahn and Justin Rude | 12:18 PM ET, 11/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:41 AM ET, 11/28/2012

Holiday tipple report: 901’s oak-aged bourbon cider and Two Sins cocktails

By Lavanya Ramanathan

901 Restaurant and Bar ’s Dean Feddaoui once whipped up drinks behind the bar at Bourbon Steak, and it’s easy to tell.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 11:41 AM ET, 11/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 07:19 PM ET, 11/27/2012

Edan MacQuaid out at Local 16, new pizzeria on 14th Street NW falls short of funding

By Alex Baldinger

In a forthright post on Don Rockwell’s Jobs and Employment message board, the well-traveled pizzaiolo announced that he’s looking for new opportunities.

By Alex Baldinger | 07:19 PM ET, 11/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 04:10 PM ET, 11/27/2012

Smörgåsbordski! Say it a few times, then book at table at Domku on Dec. 20

By Maura Judkis

The traditional julbord will include pickled herring, gravlax, roasts and other Nordic treats.

By Maura Judkis | 04:10 PM ET, 11/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 02:57 PM ET, 11/27/2012

Hanoi House replaces Blackbyrd Warehouse on 14th Street NW

By Fritz Hahn

The latest project from the Hilton brothers: deliciously authentic Vietnamese food in a stylish setting.

By Fritz Hahn | 02:57 PM ET, 11/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 01:25 PM ET, 11/27/2012

Graham Parker and the Rumour, from the Birchmere to the big screen’s “This Is 40”

By Alex Baldinger

What do Paul Rudd and Graham Parker have in common? They’re both acting in Judd Apatow’s “This Is 40,” the spin-off to 2007’s “Knocked Up” due out Dec.21.

By Alex Baldinger | 01:25 PM ET, 11/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 11:30 AM ET, 11/27/2012

Holiday tipple roundup: Round Robin Bar’s Winter Therapy and spiced apple cider cocktails

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The bar’s five seasonal cocktails ($15 each) are ideal for sipping while soaking up the Willard Hotel’s lush holiday decor, which will be lighted for the public beginning Tuesday.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 11:30 AM ET, 11/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 11/27/2012

Nightlife Agenda: Hip-hop legends, rare beers and wrestling films

By Fritz Hahn and Rhome Anderson

An old-school hip-hop tour goes beyond the usual suspects; a once-a-year beer is tapped at ChurchKey; and Black Cat pins its Wednesday night lineup on wrestling films.

By Fritz Hahn and Rhome Anderson | 07:00 AM ET, 11/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 12:55 PM ET, 11/26/2012

Noted vampire hunter Abraham Lincoln can’t drive a stake through “Twilight” at the box office

By Alex Baldinger

The final installment of the “Twilight” saga earned a reported $64 million during the five-day period from Wednesday through Sunday, capping a record-setting holiday weekend at U.S. movie theaters.

By Alex Baldinger | 12:55 PM ET, 11/26/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 11:27 AM ET, 11/26/2012

Hark! The 25 most cheer-inspiring holiday events in the D.C. area

By Alex Baldinger

The weeks ahead are filled with holiday parties, spiced ales and cocktails, along with tree lightings, parades, light displays, jazz concerts and outdoor ice rinks.

By Alex Baldinger | 11:27 AM ET, 11/26/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 11/26/2012

Free and easy: Ugly Christmas sweaters, Ang Lee

By Jess Righthand

Free this week: An ugly Christmas sweater party and an Ang Lee retrospective.

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 11/26/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 01:01 PM ET, 11/23/2012

Walk off those pumpkin pie calories at the Smithsonian’s Udvar Hazy museum

By Lonnae O’Neal Parker

By Lonnae O’Neal Parker | 01:01 PM ET, 11/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:18 PM ET, 11/23/2012

Small Business Saturday is the new black (Friday)

By Stephanie Merry

Rather than braving the big box store crowds, tomorrow offers small-store deals.

By Stephanie Merry | 12:18 PM ET, 11/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Holiday, Events

Posted at 11:31 AM ET, 11/23/2012

Where to eat and drink on Black Friday

By Fritz Hahn

If you’ve got the day off or are leaving your empty office early, restaurants and bars offer special brunch menus and happy hours.

By Fritz Hahn | 11:31 AM ET, 11/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Restaurants

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 11/23/2012

Turkey’s gone, now go cut your own Christmas tree

By Amy Joyce

Turkey? What turkey. Let’s talk Christmas trees. A list of the best spots to consider cutting your own.

By Amy Joyce | 09:00 AM ET, 11/23/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:50 AM ET, 11/22/2012

‘Life of Pi’ and more Thanksgiving movies

By Jess Righthand

The Post’s critics review this week’s new releases.

By Jess Righthand | 10:50 AM ET, 11/22/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 01:43 PM ET, 11/21/2012

H Street’s Red Palace to close Jan. 1

By Alex Baldinger

Regular performers at the Red Palace were notified Tuesday that the eccentric performance space will host its final event Dec. 31.

By Alex Baldinger | 01:43 PM ET, 11/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 12:13 PM ET, 11/21/2012

Update: Clinton-era favorite Kinkead’s to shutter in December

By Tom Sietsema

After a run of nearly 20 years, “the cafeteria of the Clinton Administration” and longtime No. 1 Zagat-rated restaurant in Washington is closing Dec. 22.

By Tom Sietsema | 12:13 PM ET, 11/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 11:22 AM ET, 11/21/2012

Do you want to party until 4 a.m. tonight?

By Alex Baldinger

If so, I salute you. I just hope you aren’t planning to run in the Turkey Trot tomorrow morning.

By Alex Baldinger | 11:22 AM ET, 11/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 10:22 AM ET, 11/21/2012

‘The Campaign’ and other popular DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

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

By Stephanie Merry | 10:22 AM ET, 11/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 06:54 PM ET, 11/20/2012

Bryan Voltaggio talks about his soon-to-open Range in Chevy Chase

By Alex Baldinger and Tim Carman

Diners can make reservations for a “pop-in” preview at the Friendship Heights restaurant as of 5 a.m. Friday.

By Alex Baldinger and Tim Carman | 06:54 PM ET, 11/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:29 PM ET, 11/20/2012

Eight restaurants with available Thanksgiving seating

By Alex Baldinger and Justin Rude

Whatever your reason for needing a reservation on Thursday, here are nine places to go with room for parties of 6.

By Alex Baldinger and Justin Rude | 12:29 PM ET, 11/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:18 AM ET, 11/20/2012

Watch this Gangnam Style D.C. parody, and then let us never speak of the song again

By Maura Judkis

A local blogger tries his hand at the invisible horse dance.

By Maura Judkis | 11:18 AM ET, 11/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:38 PM ET, 11/19/2012

Thanksgiving outings for when sitting around all fat and happy doesn’t cut it

By Alex Baldinger

For those who get antsy without a daily dose of exercise or culture, five pre-and-post-turkey time outings.

By Alex Baldinger | 04:38 PM ET, 11/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 02:35 PM ET, 11/19/2012

Bob Dylan and your favorite relative, both coming to town for Thanksgiving

By Alex Baldinger

Two days before Thanksgiving is a fitting time for a Bob Dylan show.

By Alex Baldinger | 02:35 PM ET, 11/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 01:30 PM ET, 11/19/2012

So how’s the new Matchbox on 14th Street looking?

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The popular pizzeria’s fourth D.C. area location opens Nov. 30 with seating for 250 and 25 beers on tap.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 01:30 PM ET, 11/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants, Misc.

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 11/19/2012

Free Black Friday Z-Burgers

By Alex Baldinger

If you’re one of the first 100 people through the door on Friday, a free burger is yours.

By Alex Baldinger | 01:00 PM ET, 11/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:31 PM ET, 11/19/2012

A multi-generational mariachi band, Slovenian folk-rock and more free events this week

By Jess Righthand

Also free this week: A screening of the classic Judy Garland rom-com “In the Good Old Summertime” and the closing of the Fridge’s nail art exhibit.

By Jess Righthand | 12:31 PM ET, 11/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 12:10 PM ET, 11/19/2012

Introducing Ulysses Room, D.C.’s new multipurpose art space

By Maura Judkis

A mural artist, photographer, fashion designer and blogger have opened a new space for creative events in Bloomingdale

By Maura Judkis | 12:10 PM ET, 11/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 11:48 AM ET, 11/19/2012

‘Twilight’ finale makes $141.3 million in debut

By Jess Righthand

“Breaking Dawn — Part 2” had a gigantic opening weekend at the box office.

By Jess Righthand | 11:48 AM ET, 11/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 06:33 PM ET, 11/16/2012

This thing you should try: Majestic Bar & Grille’s duck-and-bacon burger

By Alex Baldinger

How had nobody thought to do this before?

By Alex Baldinger | 06:33 PM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 05:44 PM ET, 11/16/2012

D.C. bar says “drink like a [sic] Indian” to promote Thanksgiving party

By Alex Baldinger

The episode adds another chapter to the annals of cringeworthy D.C. nightlife promotion.

By Alex Baldinger | 05:44 PM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 02:45 PM ET, 11/16/2012

D.C. United: Down but not out as playoff series continues at RFK Stadium on Sunday

By Alex Baldinger

In order to avoid elimination, United must overcome the 3-1 deficit Houston opened in last weekend’s series opener.

By Alex Baldinger | 02:45 PM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 11/16/2012

Room 11 grows, adding breakfast and a new chef

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Intimate Columbia Heights hangout puts new emphasis on morning meal, coffee and bitter cocktails

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 01:00 PM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 11/16/2012

“Lincoln” inaugurates another season of biopics

By Maura Judkis

They’re Oscar gold — and they’ll be in every theater over the holidays.

By Maura Judkis | 12:00 PM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 11:19 AM ET, 11/16/2012

Where to get your Hostess Cupcake fix

By Stephanie Merry

Don’t panic! If Hostess folds, you’ll still be able to find Twinkies.

By Stephanie Merry | 11:19 AM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 10:10 AM ET, 11/16/2012

National Gallery acquires Glenn Ligon’s ‘Untitled (I Am a Man)’

By Maura Judkis

The work examines issues of race and gender through a saying appropriated from a civil rights march.

By Maura Judkis | 10:10 AM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Museums

Posted at 09:48 AM ET, 11/16/2012

‘Brave’ and other new DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

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

By Stephanie Merry | 09:48 AM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 11/16/2012

‘Twilight,’ ‘Anna Karenina’ and more new movies

By Jess Righthand

The Tolstoy adaptation gets four stars. The vampire finale, not so much.

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 07:04 PM ET, 11/15/2012

Watch Jonathan Batiste rock a subway car, then see his quartet perform at Bohemian Caverns

By Alex Baldinger

Batiste’s live shows are all-inclusive, energetic affairs. If you’ve been intimidated by the jazz scene in the past, his quartet’s stint at Bohemian Caverns Friday and Saturday makes for a welcoming entry point.

By Alex Baldinger | 07:04 PM ET, 11/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 03:55 PM ET, 11/15/2012

How to wow your holiday guests with the perfect museum excursion

By Michael O'Sullivan

Out of town guests coming in for the holidays? No sweat.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 03:55 PM ET, 11/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Holiday, Museums

Posted at 03:00 PM ET, 11/15/2012

Free manicures at the Fridge this weekend from street artist Decoy

By Maura Judkis

For her nail-themed exhibit, the artist will offer free hand-lettered nail polish sessions after an artist talk.

By Maura Judkis | 03:00 PM ET, 11/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 02:36 PM ET, 11/15/2012

Planning any Turkey Day takeout? Order soon!

By Justin Rude

If you plan on outsourcing any of your holiday dishes, the deadlines for ordering are starting to close in.

By Justin Rude | 02:36 PM ET, 11/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 11:54 AM ET, 11/15/2012

The D.C. area’s abbreviated restaurant names, in order of inscrutability

By Alex Baldinger

A running tally, in ascending order of inscrutability.

By Alex Baldinger | 11:54 AM ET, 11/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 10:00 AM ET, 11/15/2012

Chatpat truck serves up dosas and Indian street food for your post-Diwali cravings

By Lavanya Ramanathan

If Diwali gave you a curry craving, here’s how to satisfy it.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 10:00 AM ET, 11/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:23 PM ET, 11/14/2012

Signs of progress at Victor Albisu’s Taco Bamba

By Alex Baldinger

There’s a sign above the door now, and Albisu is still hoping for a December opening.

By Alex Baldinger | 05:23 PM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:52 PM ET, 11/14/2012

Are you ready for the Bella, Edward and the final installment of ‘Twilight: Breaking Dawn’?

By Amy Joyce

Remember how much fun you had over the years as each of the preceding films opened.

By Amy Joyce | 04:52 PM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:53 PM ET, 11/14/2012

Matchbox on 14th Street to open Nov. 30

By Alex Baldinger

The latest addition to the matchboxfoodgroup’s portfolio will have a 25-foot bar and a dedicated to-go window.

By Alex Baldinger | 03:53 PM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 01:51 PM ET, 11/14/2012

Lincoln biopics go back to the ‘talkies’

By Maura Judkis

Lincoln biopics — which date back to the 1930s — always receive a warm welcome in Washington.

By Maura Judkis | 01:51 PM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 12:49 PM ET, 11/14/2012

Art & Soul to close for renovations following the inauguration

By Tom Sietsema

as it is, Art and Soul is closing immediately following the Presidential Inauguration for a makeover that will transform the modern interior into something better suited to the restaurant’s farm-to-table southern menu.

By Tom Sietsema | 12:49 PM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Latest

Posted at 12:20 PM ET, 11/14/2012

Ask Tom chat recap: Dining guide misses

By Justin Rude

Wow. Early in his chat today, Tom Sietsema responded to a question with some pointed words for a handful of restaurants that missed his 2012 Fall Dining Guide.

By Justin Rude | 12:20 PM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:01 PM ET, 11/14/2012

Stacking up the D.C. area’s delis

By Alex Baldinger

It’s easy to overcomplicate a deli sandwich. But if you follow three simple instructions, you’ll never be let down: Deli meat of choice. Brown mustard. Rye bread. Fin.

By Alex Baldinger | 12:01 PM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:17 AM ET, 11/14/2012

Smokey Robinson will headline free Kennedy Center concert during inauguration weekend

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The annual concert will coincide with a busy weekend of inaugural events

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 11:17 AM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Free and Cheap, Music | Tags: inauguration

Posted at 06:52 PM ET, 11/13/2012

2012 Beaujolais pickings were slim, but that won’t put a damper on Nouveau parties

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Sip the young, light bodied wine to celebrate the 2012 vintage.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 06:52 PM ET, 11/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Misc., Events

Posted at 05:23 PM ET, 11/13/2012

New to D.C. startup asks: are you experienced?

By Alex Baldinger

With ‘Intro to Espionage’ and more, SideTour aims to offer customers experiences, not tours.

By Alex Baldinger | 05:23 PM ET, 11/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 03:49 PM ET, 11/13/2012

DGS Delicatessen to open Wednesday

By Justin Rude

After a yearlong build-out, Barry Koslow’s modern interpretation of a classic deli is set to open Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.

By Justin Rude | 03:49 PM ET, 11/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:21 PM ET, 11/13/2012

U Street Music Hall’s sound system named the country’s second best; 9:30 wins top club award

By Alex Baldinger

The subterranean hall’s sound system was named the country’s second best.

By Alex Baldinger | 01:21 PM ET, 11/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 11/13/2012

Nightlife Agenda: Beaujolais Nouveau parties and Town Danceboutique’s five-year anniversary

By Fritz Hahn

Every Tuesday, the Going Out Gurus highlight the week’s best DJs, bands, dance nights and parties. Here are four you can’t miss this week.

By Fritz Hahn | 08:00 AM ET, 11/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:08 PM ET, 11/12/2012

Brickside Food & Drink poised for Bethesda

By Tom Sietsema

The principals of Villa Mozart in Fairfax and Grand Central in Adams Morgan are teaming up to open an American restaurant and bar in Bethesda in late December.

By Tom Sietsema | 04:08 PM ET, 11/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:03 PM ET, 11/12/2012

This thing you should try: a 60-something degree egg

By Alex Baldinger

Unlike a poached egg, where a soft boil solidifies the white along with some of the yolk, a 64-degree egg is more unctuous throughout.

By Alex Baldinger | 02:03 PM ET, 11/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:10 AM ET, 11/12/2012

‘Skyfall’ sets record at box office

By Jess Righthand

In its first weekend in area theaters, “Skyfall” blew all previous Bond films out of the water.

By Jess Righthand | 11:10 AM ET, 11/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:23 AM ET, 11/12/2012

‘Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry’ and more free events this week

By Jess Righthand

Free this week: A festival at the Museum of the American Indian, a screening of “Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry” and more.

By Jess Righthand | 10:23 AM ET, 11/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:50 PM ET, 11/09/2012

National Gallery of Art ice rink to open Nov. 17

By Alex Baldinger

Ice skating season is set to begin Nov. 17 at the District’s most famous public outdoor rink.

By Alex Baldinger | 04:50 PM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 03:13 PM ET, 11/09/2012

C. Wonder opens in Tysons Corner Center

By Jura Koncius

While women’s fashion and home decor are the calling cards of C. Wonder, they have expanded into what you might call “prep tech,” accessories for electronics made of squishy silicone in Palm Beach shades of kelly green and fuchsia.

By Jura Koncius | 03:13 PM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 02:41 PM ET, 11/09/2012

Preschoolers review Buzz Bakery sweets

By Justin Rude

This morning, I spoke to my son’s preschool class for “When I Grow Up Day” about my job as a newspaper food writer. Of course, since I’m always looking for ways to get other people to do my work for me, I showed up with a bag of pastries from Buzz Bakery in Ballston .

By Justin Rude | 02:41 PM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:15 PM ET, 11/09/2012

Crafty Bastards, FotoWeek and a ‘beerathon’ top the best events of the weekend

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Take advantage of the warm snap.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 01:15 PM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 12:25 PM ET, 11/09/2012

Union Market now open five days a week

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The market’s new hours are Wednesday-Friday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 12:25 PM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants, Misc.

Posted at 11:49 AM ET, 11/09/2012

Look out, Bethesda: here comes ‘Lincoln’

By Alex Baldinger

The only place to see Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln during the film’s limited release is Landmark’s Bethesda Row Cinema.

By Alex Baldinger | 11:49 AM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:32 AM ET, 11/09/2012

This is what Jose Andres’s newly-reopened Minibar looks like

By Justin Rude

Now with twice as many seats as its predecessor, Minibar is serving up microgastronomic curios like the ‘Pillow of PB&J’ and ‘Foie Bomb.’

By Justin Rude | 10:32 AM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 09:53 AM ET, 11/09/2012

‘Your Sister’s Sister’ and other new DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

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

By Stephanie Merry | 09:53 AM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 11/09/2012

Food in focus: Westend Bistro and Drafting Table

By Justin Rude

For his dining column this week, Tom Sietsema visited Eric Ripert’s Ritz-Carlton restaurant , which has gotten a lift in the kitchen from new chef Devin Bozkaya.

By Justin Rude | 09:00 AM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:53 PM ET, 11/08/2012

‘Lincoln,’ ‘Skyfall’ and more new movies

By Jess Righthand

Three movies earned four stars from the critics this week.

By Jess Righthand | 06:53 PM ET, 11/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:44 PM ET, 11/08/2012

Got Plans? recap: The questions we didn't answer

By Lavanya Ramanathan

We have the details on holiday-esque happy hours and what to do with Mom

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 04:44 PM ET, 11/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 01:41 PM ET, 11/08/2012

Review: Daniel Craig returns as James Bond in ‘Skyfall’

By Amy Joyce

Thanks to director Sam Mendes and the crackerjack team he has assembled, James Bond proves once again that he can survive anything — even “Quantum of Solace.”

By Amy Joyce | 01:41 PM ET, 11/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:57 PM ET, 11/08/2012

Turkey Day Dining

By Justin Rude

If you aren’t planning on hosting at home, there a few area restaurants who will host (or provide food for) your Thanksgiving feast.

By Justin Rude | 12:57 PM ET, 11/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:59 AM ET, 11/08/2012

DC Beerathon: 26 bars, 15 hours, $65

By Fritz Hahn

Saturday promises to be a busy day for beer fans across the District. Rustico Alexandria hosts Novemberfest.

By Fritz Hahn | 11:59 AM ET, 11/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 05:27 PM ET, 11/07/2012

Concert preview: Benjamin Gibbard at Sixth and I Historic Synagogue

By Mark Jenkins

The Death Cab for Cutie frontman performs solo at Sixth & I Historic Synagogue on Thursday.

By Mark Jenkins | 05:27 PM ET, 11/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 01:06 PM ET, 11/07/2012

Bars and restaurants raise money for Sandy relief

By Fritz Hahn and Justin Rude

Have dinner or a few beers while helping out the Red Cross and organizations on the ground in New York and New Jersey.

By Fritz Hahn and Justin Rude | 01:06 PM ET, 11/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Restaurants

Posted at 12:26 PM ET, 11/07/2012

With the election over, it’s time to talk inauguration

By Alex Baldinger

Now that we know President Obama will be publicly sworn in for a second term on January 21, 2013, it’s time to look ahead to inaugural festivities.

By Alex Baldinger | 12:26 PM ET, 11/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events | Tags: inauguration

Posted at 11:59 AM ET, 11/07/2012

FotoWeek DC 2012: What to know before you go

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Biggest change for D.C. photography fest? An admission charge is in effect.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 11:59 AM ET, 11/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Museums, Events

Posted at 10:20 AM ET, 11/07/2012

Watch tonight’s DC United playoff match at the Pug

By Fritz Hahn

The second leg of the home-and-away conference semifinal is Wednesday in New Jersey, and the Pug is hosting a special viewing party for the team’s fans.

By Fritz Hahn | 10:20 AM ET, 11/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 01:16 PM ET, 11/06/2012

You stood in line to vote, now get your free food

By Justin Rude

Legal or no, plenty of places are offering post-polling discounts.

By Justin Rude | 01:16 PM ET, 11/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:26 PM ET, 11/06/2012

Where to watch election returns in the D.C. area

By Fritz Hahn

You have two options for after-work/after-voting tonight.

By Fritz Hahn | 12:26 PM ET, 11/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Events

Posted at 11:34 AM ET, 11/06/2012

Post-election retail therapy, anyone? Four fashion events for style seekers

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Just ahead of the holidays, C.Wonder and Warby Parker plan D.C. events

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 11:34 AM ET, 11/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Misc.

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 11/06/2012

Nightlife Agenda: James Bond, Movember and a DC United playoff party

By Fritz Hahn and Rhome Anderson

A James Bond-themed party, a DC United playoff-watching party and a Movember bar crawl on H Street are among this week’s top picks.

By Fritz Hahn and Rhome Anderson | 07:00 AM ET, 11/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Events

Posted at 02:03 PM ET, 11/05/2012

The Dupont doughnuts and chicken restaurant has a name: GBD

By Justin Rude

By Justin Rude | 02:03 PM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:34 PM ET, 11/05/2012

Food in focus: Menomale and the Del Ray Cafe

By Justin Rude

For his dining column this week, Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema visited the previously restaurant barren Brookland neighborhood to check out Neapolitan newcomer Menomale

By Justin Rude | 12:34 PM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:12 AM ET, 11/05/2012

Eight ways to escape Election Day insanity

By Stephanie Merry

It’s okay to admit you’d rather see Sigourney Weaver kill aliens than watch election returns roll in.

By Stephanie Merry | 11:12 AM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 11:00 AM ET, 11/05/2012

‘Wreck-It Ralph,’ ‘Flight’ top weekend box office

By Jess Righthand

Hurricane Sandy did not stop moviegoers from hitting theaters.

By Jess Righthand | 11:00 AM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 09:45 AM ET, 11/05/2012

James Bond, election night: Free and easy

By Jess Righthand

One free event for every day this week.

By Jess Righthand | 09:45 AM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap, Events

Posted at 08:15 AM ET, 11/05/2012

Hear artist Kerry James Marshall discuss his work before his upcoming National Gallery exhibition

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Chicago artist Kerry James Marshall discusses his work Wednesday.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 08:15 AM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:54 AM ET, 11/02/2012

The 2012 High Heel Race: ‘I wouldn’t miss this for anything’

By Fritz Hahn

Even Hurricane Sandy is powerless in the face of drag queens.

By Fritz Hahn | 11:54 AM ET, 11/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

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

Art in focus: ‘The Ripple Effect’ looks at social issues through an artistic lens

By Michael O'Sullivan

A group show at the Art Museum of the Americas tackles homelessness and other issues.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 11:23 AM ET, 11/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Museums

Posted at 10:01 AM ET, 11/02/2012

‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ and other new DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

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

By Stephanie Merry | 10:01 AM ET, 11/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 11/02/2012

‘Flight’ and more new movies

By Jess Righthand

The Post critics review this week’s new releases.

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 11/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 02:48 PM ET, 11/01/2012

Pick the D.C. area’s top newcomer

By Alex Baldinger

What’s the best D.C. area addition since Election Day 2008? View our ballot and vote for your favorite.

By Alex Baldinger | 02:48 PM ET, 11/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 11/01/2012

Reminder: The High Heel Race is tonight

By Fritz Hahn

Hurricane Sandy delayed — but can’t stop — one of Washington’s favorite Halloween traditions.

By Fritz Hahn | 12:00 PM ET, 11/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 11:39 AM ET, 11/01/2012

Beat cabin fever with Fall Fringe, a cask ale festival and early (kiddie) polling

By Lavanya Ramanathan

After Sandy, get out of the house with these top ideas for the weekend.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 11:39 AM ET, 11/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 01:26 PM ET, 10/31/2012

When you want a pie to have a pedigree

By Tom Sietsema

Among a recent wave of restaurants offering authentic tastes of Neapolitan pizza are Menomale in the District, Pizza CS in Rockville and Pupatella in Arlington.

By Tom Sietsema | 01:26 PM ET, 10/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:07 PM ET, 10/31/2012

Halloween Nightlife Agenda

By Fritz Hahn

Bar crawls, costume contests and scary Francophiles sipping absinthe — a guide to All Hallow’s Eve.

By Fritz Hahn | 01:07 PM ET, 10/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:50 AM ET, 10/31/2012

After Sandy, a return to normalcy

By Fritz Hahn

Most of Washington is running again, though some weather-related concert cancellations remain.

By Fritz Hahn | 11:50 AM ET, 10/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 01:10 PM ET, 10/30/2012

Live music still on, postponed and canceled tonight

By Fritz Hahn

By Fritz Hahn | 01:10 PM ET, 10/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:47 PM ET, 10/26/2012

Hunkering down for Sandy, beyond bread, milk and toilet paper

By Alex Baldinger

Beer, takeout, books, movies and more to prepare for the Frankenstorm.

By Alex Baldinger | 01:47 PM ET, 10/26/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 11/09/0012

Holiday Movie Guide

By Stephanie Merry

“Les Miserables,” “Life of Pi” and “The Hobbit” are just a few of the highly anticipated films coming out over the next few months.

By Stephanie Merry | 01:00 PM ET, 11/09/0012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

D.C.-area nightlife, events and dining

Going Out Guide: December, 2012