This Weekend Under $60: The Watchmen & Taj

One of the most anticipated movies of the year hits theaters this weekend, with the release of Watchmen. Here at ETD, we're not comic book nerds or anything, but we can certainly appreciate a good movie when we see one. And with a RottenTomatoes fresh rating hovering around 70% this movie seems set to please. An adaptation of Alan Moore's revolutionary comic series, Watchmen takes place in an alternate 1985, where tensions between the United States and the USSR are pushing the world closer towards nuclear war. In the midst of this, a mysterious figure is killing off ex-crime fighters one by one. Two of these ex-crime fighters investigate this plot, leading to a stunning conclusion. This movie may not fulfill the high expectations of die-hard fans of the comic, it may leave those of us who haven't read the comic with our heads spinning, but at the end of the evening this film will likely be a special effects roller coaster ride that should please just about everyone. Head over to AMC Loews 14 in Georgetown. You will definitely need to buy tickets for the show ahead of time due to its popularity.

Before or after the show, depending on when you can get tickets, walk back down M Street to Taj of India. Taj is possibly my favorite Indian restaurant in the city. They boast some of the best, most authentic Indian food I've had anywhere. It's not revolutionary, the flavors are nothing new, but it's Indian cuisine at it's very best. Start off with an order of Naan and an appetizer. I would recommend the Peshwari Naan, it's a bit sweet for some, but the mix of cranberry, almond, coconut, and raisins is delicious. The samosas and pakora are all solid appetizer choices as well. For the main course they offer an expansive menu of beef, chicken, lamb, shrimp, and vegetable dishes. My favorites are the Lamb Roganjosh or the Chicken Palak. Enjoy the excellent service, delicious food, and a great weekend.

Directions to AMC Georgetown: Walk along the river and enjoy the evening sights or down Pennsylvania and M Street, take a left on 31st St.

Directions to Taj of India: Take a left and head up 31st, take a right on M, Taj is on M St on the left side.

Movie Tickets: $10.50 each
Naan: $3-4
Appetizer: $4-6
Main course: $12-15 each

Total: $53.50 plus tax and tip