Events

Nippon cinema

Nippon cinema, A two-day Japanese film festival organised by the Embassy of Japan in association with Japanese Language Teachers’ Association of Nepal. 27 and 28 February, Tribhuvan Army Officer’s Club, Tundikhel, (01)4426680, cultural-emb@km.mofa.go.jp

Indo-Nepal, A joint exhibition by Nepali artists from Banaras Hindu University. Till 18 February, 11am to 5pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babar Mahal Revisited, (01)4218048, sthapa@mos.com.np

Clean up, Talk by Rabi Karmacharya on the use of technology to maximise the impact and presentation of household waste management survey by Krisha Sthapit. 7 February, 11am onwards, Café & Shop Mitini, Lazimpath, 9843547288

10 minutes drama, An innovative concept giving an opportunity to theatre aficionados and people with no theatrical backgrounds to showcase their artistic potential. 22 to 28 February, Sarwanam Theater, Kalikasthan, (01)4011027, 10minutesdrama@gmail.com

Saturday Bazaar Local organic producers come together to host this weekend market. 7 February, 1 to 5pm, Maan Nam, Naxal, (01)4415613, nepalgolfzone@hotmail.com

Curation 101, A workshop with Veerangana Solanki to discuss the role of a curator through dedicated material on exhibition design and documentation. 20 to 24 February, Siddhartha Arts Foundation, 984-9519933, nischal.oli@gmail.com

Sustainable art, An interactive session with artist Samar Singh Jodha on the topic of “Sustainability and Capacity-building through Art,” moderated by Kunda Dixit, Editor of Nepali Times. 6 February, 5.30pm, Himalayan Bank Auditorium, Kamaladi, 984-9519933

Journeying for art, Painting exhibition by a promising young artist-Dhwoj Gurung. Till 12 April, Park Gallery, Pulchowk, Lalitpur, (01)5522307, www.parkgallery.com.np

Slam Finale, After two rounds of workshops and auditions, the top 20 poetry slammers compete in the final round of QC Awards – Youth Poetry Slam. Rs 50, 7 February, 12pm, Mandala Theatre, Anamanagar, (01)5536974, wordwarriorsnepal@gmail.com

Art market, A place to sell and buy paintings, prints, posters and design products, live gig by Herbal People. 7 February, 12 to 3pm, The Yellow House, Sanepa, (01)5006665, contact@image-ark.com

Talk and Slideshow, A talk by Jan Banning, Dutch photographer, whose works have a socio-political focus: state power, consequences of war and injustice. His anthropological documentary portrait series Bureaucratics won a 2004 World Press Photo Award. Banning is currently working in Nepal as part of a series about communism. 10 February, 5 to 6.30 pm, Yala Maya Kendra, Patan Dhoka, editors@nepalitimes.com, rabsuwal@gmail.com


Dining

Manny’s

Manny’s, Head down for some delicious Corn Fritters, Pad Thai Noodles, Crispy Crunch Potatoes and don’t forget their signature Manny’s Spicy Wings. All served with fine hospitality in an excellent space. Jawalakhel, (01)5536919

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

Fire&Ice, For the best Italian pizzas in town. Thamel, (01)4250210

Lal Durbar Restaurant, Authentic Nepali dinner with a cultural show. Hotel Yak & Yeti, Darbar Marg, (01)4248999, reservation@laldurbar.com

Japanese goodness, Enjoy a wide selection of Japanese cuisines- delights like sushi, tempura, udon soba, donburi and more.

Garden Terrace Restaurant, Soaltee Crowne Plaza, (01)4273999

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.

Vootoo, The new home of Newari cuisine, as well as a continental menu for those who want to play it safe. Lazimpath, (01)4005222


Cinemas


Getaways

Tribute to reggae

Tribute to reggae, Joint Family Internationale celebrates Bob Marley’s 70th birthday and opens the Black History Month 2015. Rs300, 6 February, 8pm, House of Music, Thamel, 985-1075172, sanzey@hotmail.com

Wave tour, Wave Magazine celebrates its 20th anniversary with a series of concerts. Rs100, 7 February in Pokhara, (01)5010773, info@wavemag.com.np

Uglyz live, Back in Nepal to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their debut album. 7 February, Trisara, Lazimpat, (01)4410200, trisara.restaurant@gmail.com

Underground, Local metal bands get together to celebrate Underground Nepal’s fifth anniversary. Rs300 (door sale), Rs 250 (pre-sale), 7 February, Purple Haze, Thamel, 981-8405754, mail@nepalunderground.com

Dance Valley, A concert with some of the most innovative live electronic music acts in the Sub Continent. Rs1000, Club 25 Hours, Tangal, 980-1014018, info@eleven11.com.np


Music

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