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Nomads of Western Tibet: Thirty Years of Change, a talk and powerpoint presentation by Cynthia Beall about Tibetan nomads and their way of life. 22 June, 7pm, Indigo Gallery, call Rabindra Shakya at 9851072333 or Indigo at 4412580 to reserve seats

Collision, artist Binod Pradhan presents a series of paintings which depict nature fused into urban landscapes. 5 June to 30 June, 5.30 pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited, Babar Mahal

Exhibition on Everest, a photography exhibition by Jeff Botz which showcases Mount Everest in its true glory. 6 June to 6 July, 9.30 am to 5pm, Image Ark Studio, Kulimha Tole, Patan, 9813186573

Third Pakistan Products Exhibition 2012, from kitchen ware to jewellery, visit this exuberant fair which also features aunthentic Pakistani food. 20 to 26 June, 11am to 6pm, DECC, United World Trade Centre, Tripureshwor

In Search of Peace, Bhairaj Maharjan depicts various forms of Buddha in his art exhibition. 5 to 30 June, 5.30 pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited, Babar Mahal

Maya, M. Art Theatre and Sarvanam present Maya, a drama written by Hari Maya Bhetwal. Rs 100 (50 per cent off for students), 15 June to 29 June, 5.30 pm, Sarvanam Theatre, 4438947, www.sarwanam.org

Football Mania, enjoy the Euro Cup semi finals at Le Sherpa with Dj KD and drinks to last the entire game. Rs 1000 (two complimentary drinks), 22 June, 8.30 pm onwards, Le Sherpa, Pani Pokhari

Gazaab Social Ventures, a five-day competition and workshop where participants will get to network with prominent Nepali entrepreneurs. The winners of the competition will receive Rs 500,000 to start their own venture. Deadline for applications is 24 June, 2 July to 6 July, 9am to 6pm

Music

Nepfest IV, Nepfest is set to return to delight music enthusiasts with Decapitated this September. 8 September, 12.45 pm, Fun Park, Bhrikuti Mandap

Letting off Steam, Indian Cultural Centre presents a live performance by Abhaya & the Steam Injuns. 22 June, 5.30 pm onwards, Russian Cultural Centre, Kamalpokhari, 4412715, icc.kathmandu@gmail.com

World Music Day, celebrate World Music Day with Broken Butterfly featuring Prakriti Deuja and other performances. 23 June, 6.30 pm to 10pm, Moksh, Jhamsikhel

Fete de la Musique, enjoy a classical music program to celebrate the festival of music. 23 June, 3pm, Yala Maya Kendra, Patan Dhoka

Nojazz Concert, what better way to enjoy fete de la musique than to attend a nojazz concert. 28 June, 6pm, Nepal Academy Hall

Dining

Lorry's, let Italian, Mexican and continental dishes excite your taste buds in this cosy restaurant. Jhamsikhel

Boudha Stupa Restaurant & Café, enjoy wood-fired pizza, homemade pastas and the one and only Tibetan gyakok. Boudha, 012130681, 9841484408

8 degrees, from lemon lassis to spicy pork stews, 8 degrees is a great place to try continental dishes. Jhamsikhel

Imago Dei, be it casual hangouts or business meetings, Imago Dei is the place for you. Nag Pokhari

Everest Steak House, an old-school joint for everything steak. A sanctuary for meat-lovers. Thamel, near Chhetrapati Chok, 4260471

Kaiser Cafe Restaurant & Bar, have a BBQ lunch and a glass of wine or beer inside the peaceful Garden of Dreams. Thamel, 4425341

Café Soma, enjoy scrumptious brunch and indulge in crepes with sugar and lemon. Jhamsikhel

New Tushita Restaurant, relaxing ambience and good food. Don't miss out on their penne with creamy bacon and mushroom sauce. Lazimpat, 44432957

Salt and Pepper, a resto-lounge with a wide variety of dishes to choose from like Hakka Noodles, Hong Kong Chicken and Honey Chili Potatoes. Lakeside, Pokhara

Black and White Café, a great place to spend a quiet afternoon surfing the net with exquisite bakery items like the Swiss apple pie and chocolate crepe with homemade icecream. Lakeside, Pokhara

Café Du Temple, famous for its delicious food, warm ambience and a beautiful roof top view. Patan Durbar Square, 5527127

Saigon Pho, spacious interior with authentic Vietnamese dishes. Lazimpat

The Heritage, escape the hodgepodge of the tourist hub as you relish delights like paella and panna cotta. Thamel

Bronco Billy, a new restaurant in town offering Tex-Mex and Indian dishes. They make their own corn tortillas, which gets a big thumbs-up. But make sure to also try their margaritas. Pulchowk, opposite Namaste Supermarket

Vesper Café, has a quaint outdoor patio good for leisurely weekend brunch. Serves good salads, and steak-wraps. Jhamsikhel

Chopstix, savoury Asian food cooked in true Chinese fashion sure to charm and impress. Try their famous drums of heaven. Kumaripati, 5551118

Caffe Concerto, for the best pizzas and ice-cream in town, their Italian dishes and Australian red wine are a must. Lakeside, Pokhara
Flavour, this newly opened restaurant promises to pack a punch with its Chicken Sub and Bratwurst. Pulchowk

Monsoon Bar, try the monsoon bar for grilled delights and mouth watering pizzas. Lakeside, Pokhara, 9841244704, 9804172540

La Pizzeria, while the eatery stays true to its name it also has some added charm like Italian coffee, pizza delivery services and a wide selection of wine. Lakeside, Pokhara

G Café, spic and span with a palatable menu, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit. Bouddha

Comfort Zone, expansive restobar with a host of cocktails and barbeque meals. Thamel

Cafereena, the extensive menu has something for everyone. Try their famous chips chili. Sherpa Mall, Durbar Marg

Dhaba, for an excellent range of North Indian delicacies, try their unbeatable Kashmiri Gosht. Thapathali

Bhojan Griha, traditional Nepali restaurant that serves great local food with folk music and dance. Dillibajar

Chez Caroline, for business lunches and relaxed dinners. Babar Mahal Revisited

Getaways

Monsoon Madness, a two nights- three days package at Shangrila Village Resort. Rs 4999 per person, Pokhara, 4412999 Ext. 7566, 7503, 7524

Hotel Barahi, enjoy a great view of the lake, cultural shows, a big swimming pool to beat the heat this summer or scrumptious pastries from the German Bakery in the hotel premises. Lakeside, Pokhara, 977-61-460617/463526

Holiday at Grand Norling Hotel, Gokarna. One night and two days at Rs 4,500 and two nights and three days at Rs 7,000. Call 447948


JAZZ UPSTAIRS

Jazz Upstairs has been a living landmark in Kathmandu's music scene for over 20 years. Walls coated with paintings and posters, like an old Aunt in eccentric clothes—Jazz Upstairs is a character of its own. Candles light the darkened tables. A single yellow light bulb, hooked up to the generator along with the amps and instruments, hangs above the three musicians, who deliver rollicking performances regardless of if the place is packed or deserted. The imminent destruction of Jazz Upstairs has been looming over it for months since it was slated for demolition by the road-widening project. It is difficult to imagine these rooms that so many musicians and locals and travellers have passed through will soon be reduced to rubble. Old blues songs float through Jazz Upstairs. A woman dressed in a raw pink silk gown sways alone.



LATEST ISSUE
638
(11 JAN 2013 - 17 JAN 2013)


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