Nepali Times

Art Market

Art Market, A place to sell and buy art in the form of paintings, prints, posters and design products. 7 February, 12 to 3pm, The Yellow House, Sanepa, (01)5006665, [email protected]

Journeying for Art, Painting exhibition by a promising young artist-Dhwoj Gurung. 11 January to 12 April, Park Gallery, Pulchowk, Lalitpur, www.parkgallery.com.np

Saturday Bazaar, Local organic producers come together to host this weekend market. 24 January, 1 to 5pm, Maan Nam, Naxal, (01)4415613, [email protected]

50 Sheep, Screening of I was worth 50 Sheep, a tale of two sisters’ struggle for human dignity in a war-torn country caught between ancient traditions and a modern world. 24 January, 5.30pm, Mohan Market Rooftop, Birganj, 984-5092943, [email protected]

Open house, Artists Binaya Humagain, Elsa Fraysee and Sabita Dangol’s joint open house exhibition. Till 24 January, Gallery MCube, Chakupat, Lalitpur, (01)5260110, [email protected]

The story begins, Exclusive workshops on jewellery making, corn husk dolls, felt product design from Nepali social entrepreneurs to mark the opening of The Shop with a story. 24 January, 11am to 6pm, Babar Mahal Revisited

Mountain Mystique, A solo painting exhibition by Binod Pradhan. Until 25 January, 10am to 6pm, The City Museum, Darbar Marg, [email protected]

Garbage to Garden, Learn to turn household wastes into compost for your garden. Rs 100, 25 January, 10.30am to 4pm, Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Teku Office, RSVP [email protected]

IT Show, For the latest electronics, gadgets, and more. 28 January to 2 February, Bhrikuti Mandap, Exhibition Road, (01)5532586, [email protected]

When words fail, An exhibition by Hungarian artist and ex concentration camp prisoner, Sara Atzmon, to commemorate the International Holocaust Day. 28 January to 4 February, Alliance Française of Kathmandu, Teku, (01)4241163, [email protected]

Pulse, A photographic exhibition by Päivi Maria Wells and the launch of collection of wearable arts designed by Naila Sattar. Till 8 February, 10am to 5pm, Image Ark, Kulimha Tole, Lalitpur, (01)5006665, [email protected]

Pacotille, A silent play for young audience with handheld human size puppets. 23 January, 11am and 3pm, Alliance française of Kathmandu, (01)4241163, [email protected]

Alice Restaurant

Alice Restaurant, Step in for scrumptious Thakali, Chinese, Continental and Japanese cuisine. Gairidhara, (01)4429207

Valentine night, A free rose and a free glass of hot mulled wine followed by a free Irish coffee on Valentine’s Day in a balloon filled dining room.14 February, K-too Beer and Steakhouse, Thamel, (01)4700043.

Aalishan, For mouth-watering kebabs, flavourful curries and delicious biryanis. Live music on Fridays. Jhamsikhel, (01)5542032

Magic Beans, Coffee, cakes, and sandwiches with magical touch and taste. Sherpa Mall, Darbar Marg, (01)4230914

Chez Caroline, Authentic ambience, exquisite French food, glorious sunshine and more. Babar Mahal Revisited, (01)4263070

Chopstix, Savoury Asian food cooked in true Chinese fashion sure to charm and impress. Kumaripati, (01)5551118, [email protected]

La Casita de Boudhanath, Enjoy a host of Mediterranean cuisine with a breathtaking view of the Boudhanath Stupa. Boudha, 981-3614384

Park Village Resort

Park Village Resort, Far away from the madding crowd, yet so close to the city. Budhanilkantha, (01)4375280, [email protected]

Shivapuri Village, Eco-tourism close to the Shivapuri National Park replete with a charm of bygone days. Patiswara, Shivapuri National Park, (01)4017725, 985-1034141, [email protected]

Mum’s Garden Resort, Head out to Pokhara for a peaceful and comfortable stay in beautifully designed cottages surrounded by a lush green garden with great views of Phewa Lake and the Annapurna range. Lake Side, Pokhara, (06)1463468, www.mumsgardenresort.com

Barahi Jungle House, The first eco-jungle of Chitwan directly overlooks the Chitwan National Park, with a spa, boutique, guest room, individual and two-in-one private villas, and including suites with a private swimming pool. Andrauli, West Chitwan, (01)4429820, [email protected]

Grand Norling Hotel, Countryside weekend package offering suite room, swimming, gym, massage, and discounts on other facilities. Gokarna, (01)4910193

Albatross live

Albatross live, Kathmandu’s favourite rock band performs their last concert for the year before taking a short hiatus. 24 January, 7.30pm, Capital Grill, Bhatbhateni, (01)4428426

Blues & Booze, A live musical night with the band Double Trouble. 23 January, 6pm, Maan Nam, Naxal, (01)4415-613, [email protected]

Wave Tour, Wave Magazine celebrates its 20th anniversary with a series of concerts at three different cities. Rs100, 24 January (Chitwan), 31 January (Kathmandu) and 7 February (Pokhara), (01)5010773, [email protected]

Book and brass, An open air concert by Everest Brass Band to celebrate the book release of Joe Niemczura’s The Sacrament of Goddess. 24 January, 2 to 4pm, Patan Darbar Square, Mangal Bajar, Patan

Mulchowk, Select from set Ala-carte menu or regular menu while enjoying classical fusion, folk music and instrument music by Mul band. Babar Mahal Revisited, (01)4259801