Weekend Under $60: What About Bob

When it comes to music, there are a handful of artists who either by virtue of their talent or medium-changing creativity have an appeal that really transcends all genres. The Beatles, Marvin Gaye, Bob Dylan. Sure some people might not be their biggest fans, but nobody denies their genius. Bob Marley is another one who falls in this category, and to that end, this weekend if you're looking for an interesting night out on the tow you really ought to head over to the Govinda Gallery in Georgetown. Located north of M Street on 34th, for the past two months the Govinda Gallery has been presenting Soul Rebel: An Intimate Portrait of Bob Marley, a collection of David Burnett photographs that present a unique, intimate look at the life of the prolific artist. The gallery is open until 6:00 Tuesday through Saturday so I reccomend you check it out prior to dinner. It's really a special opportunity, and will only be open for a few more weeks, so I suggest that you check it out while you still have the chance. Plus admission is free so you can't complain about that.


From the gallery, make your way back down M until you reach 28th and Zed's Ethiopian Cuisine. Asside from his music, Bob Marley was well known for his affiliation with the Rastafari movement, a movement itsself which is inexhorably linked with the nation of Ethiopa. If you've never eaten Etheopian before you are in for an interesting experiance; the food is served family style on a central plate from which all of the diners can pick and choose as they see fit. As you would expect the flavors are exotic and the food tastes great. Its best when shared with a group of friends too, so perhaps this weekend put your date on hold and enjoy an evening out on the town with your buddies. At Zed's you can eat well for about $20-$25 a head, so if you don't already have a copy, put the money you saved towards buying Legend - The Best of Bob Marley and The Wailers off of iTunes, no music collection should be without it.

Admission to the Govinda Gallery: Free
Zed's: $20 - $25 (per person)
Total: $40 - $50