Weekly Planner, February 21, 2011

Each week we highlight a new hotspot in the DC area… if you have a new restaurant, sports-bar, club, etc. you want us to feature just E-mail to derrick@ontaponline.com!

Weekly Planner, February 14, 2011

This week we took our cameras to the 2nd Annual Cupid’s Undie Run to benefit The Children’s Tumor Foundation!  Our latest video also lets you know about some events coming up you may want to check out such as the Chesapeake Oyster & Beer Festival, and the 6th Annual Chance For Life event… hook up… read more »

Weekly Planner, February 7, 2011

This week we took our cameras to the finals for Wing Bowl DC at Hard Times Cafe where Jamie ‘Garbage Disposal’ Jill defended his title by eating 92 wings!  Our latest video also lets you know about some events coming up you may want to check out such as the International Wine & Food Festival,… read more »

U Street Music Hall’s Will Eastman – No Barriers

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“I was supposed to be a historian,” grins deejay/producer/promoter/club owner Will Eastman — who’s drummed go-go style with Moby at the 9:30 Club and just had a track played on Tiesto’s radio show — over ravioli at Kramerbooks.

Behind the Bar: Cory Shaw of BlackSalt

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Each month On Tap talks to area bartenders. This month we visit with Cory Shaw at BlackSalt.

Artist of the Month: Todd Wright

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Each month On Tap talks to an artist who is making an impact on our local music scene. Meet our Bud Light Artist of the month, Todd Wright. Todd took the time to answer a few questions for us.

Plucking Our Heart Strings: Former Miss DC Rashida Jolley

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When Washington native Rashida Jolley went to her first harp lesson at her mother’s request at age 10, she wasn’t exactly thrilled. Then again, the young girl had no way of knowing that the unusual, imposing instrument would one day lead to a career-launching stint on “America’s Got Talent” and a supporting role on the… read more »

Oysters: A sampling of great places for bivalves.

Fresh oysters at J. Paul's in Georgetown.

Old Ebbitt GrillOld Ebbitt has become legendary for their annual Oyster Riot – a two-day sell out event showcasing the best of the bushel. Any time of year choose from a rotating menu of six fresh options and from a great selection of oyster ales and wines, along with oyster shooters and a “bloody Maryland.”… read more »

Behind the Bar: Leslie Shafer of Mussel Bar

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Every month On Tap talks to area bartenders. This month we catch up with Leslie Shafer of Mussel Bar in Bethesda.

DC Hip Hop After Wale: Where is it Now?

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A year ago, the District was energized by the success of one of its own. Olubowale Folarin—known to hip hop fans by his abbreviated first name, Wale—had signed with a major label and was on the verge of success. With the release of his first album, Attention Deficient, DC hip hop turned the mirror outward… read more »