The Royal Gets Bitter; What to Do for $10 or Less

CHEAP EATS— Thrillist chronicles some fun to-do-list options for $10 or less, and plenty involve food. Drink a shake, watch a champagne bottle get sabred, taste some bourbon. [Thrillist]

U STREET— The Prospect will devote all of next week to everything cider. Free tastings, tap takeovers, pairings and more will be part of the theme week. [EaterWire]

LEDROIT PARK— Those who prefer their cocktails on the bitter side should saunter on over to The Royal on Monday. Jeff Faile will be guest bartending with cocktails focusing on vermouths, amaros and fernet. The action kicks off at 9 p.m. [EaterWire]