Weekly Planner, October 18, 2010

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We teamed up with United Social Sports for the HuntDC scavenger hunt, take a look at all of the craziness!  Our latest video also lets you know about some events coming up you may want to be a part of such as our bus trip to the Nova Brewfest, as well as the Spooky Movie… read more »

Weekly Planner, October 11, 2010

This week we went and checked out the expanded Spider Kelly’s!  Our latest video also lets you know about some events coming up you may want to be a part of such as HuntDC, Halloween Hootenanny, Redskins vs Colts and more… hook up with us to get your face on our cameras!

New, Notable and No Longer

On Tap scouts out the restaurants, bars and clubs that are new to the scene or shaking things up.

Bud Light Band of the Month: Modern Thieves

Each month Budweiser, the King of Beers, and On Tap team up to crown a “Bud Light Band of the Month” — a local group worth taking note of. This month, it’s Modern Thieves.

DJ Underdog's Special Niche: Afrobeat 4 Ya Soul!

  The vibe is warm and bright, faces are decorated with bright dots of face paint, and the packed room bounces to African-flavored beats. “Ivory Coast!” the deejay calls. “Yeah!” several voices yell. “Cameroon!” More cheers rise up. “I see the elders getting busy! Get down!” shouts the deejay. “Respect to the ancestors! Give thanks!”… read more »

Absinthe Minded …What a Long Strange Trip It’s Been

Thank you Sweden.  Thank you for your sprawling IKEA stores with delicious microwaveable meatballs and eclectic cabinets.  Thank you for your constant supply of beautiful blonde girls and models – especially Noomi Rapace, the Swedish star of “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.” And ladies I think we’re all thankful for HBO True Blood star… read more »

Drink like a Pirate

Remember when you were a kid and could play dress up any day of the year? That’s sort of what life is like at Piratz Tavern. Sure, not everyone is in costume, but if you were to show up in, say, boots, a corset, vest and/or bandana, you certainly wouldn’t be out of place. The… read more »

Zombie Love, It’s All the Rage

The Washington, D.C. International Horror Film Festival – otherwise known as Spooky Movie Film Festival – opens its 5th year on Thursday, October 21 with a clever, well-written film that screams cult classic.  The fact that it premieres at the state-of-the-art AFI Silver Theatre is just icing on the cake.  TUCKER & DALE VS. EVIL…is… read more »

Behind the Bar: John Sharkey of 18th Amendment

Sharkey reigns over the speakeasy style basement bar at the 18th Amendment. On Tap took a trip down into the “Keyhole” to discuss keeping it local and breaking the rules. On Tap: Where are you originally from? JS: I grew up right in this neighborhood. Actually, this spot was my favorite restaurant as a kid,… read more »

Behind the Bar: Nick Nazdin of Sidebar

Once On Tap eventually found Sidebar, we discovered it to be worth the hunt. Nick Nazdin’s laid-back, hipster vibe and craft cocktails make it easy to sit back and relax. On Tap: How long have you been bartending at Sidebar? Nick Nazdin: We opened in April, so I haven’t been bartending long here. But I’ve… read more »