Events

Quake photobook



Quake photobook, Nepal425 launches a crowd-sourcing drive for printing a coffee table book featuring 700 pictures of the earthquake. All proceeds from the sales will go to quake-affected. www.nepal425.com

Conference on heart disease, Conquering heart disease in the Himalayan region: the eighth international congress on the management of cardiovascular disease. 5pm, 30-31 October, Hotel Yak and Yeti, Kathmandu For registration: (01) 4371123

Wholeness, Artist Puran Khadka whose work is a meditative abstraction full of spiritual awakening exhibits his paintings. Till 30 October, Park Gallery, Pulchok, (01)5522307, [email protected]

Photography Workshop, For students interested in taking street portraits: lessons on basic composition rules to frame their portraits and the skills to approach strangers to pose for them. 8.30 am to 12 pm, 1 to 3 November, Sattya Media Arts Collective, Jawalakhel

Kathmandu MTB Fest, The ultimate cycling fest with prizes up to Rs 800,000 – both cross-country and downhill Register: kathmandumtbfest.com 20 to 22 November, Hattiban

Look Back in Anger, John Osborne’s play, directed by Shankar Rijal, portrays the disillusionment among youth in the 1950s 5.15 to 7pm, 20 November to 2 December Mandala theatre, Anamnagar

Film Southasia, A biennial festival full of informative, entertaining, scintillating documentaries on South Asia. 19-22 November, Kathmandu www.filmsouthasia.org

Yak Attack, The highest mountain bike race on earth. Get ready to climb dizzying heights above 5000 metres! Registration deadline: 6 November, North Face outlet, Thamel 7 to 15 November , the yakattack.com

Photo Kathmandu, Don't miss out on the first edition of this photography festival and its exhibitions, workshops and talks. 3 to 9 November, Patan www.photoktm.com

Business plan competition, King’s College is organising a business plan competition to promote social entrepreneurship in Nepal. 9818032872, 9841848212

Shakti, Celebrated artist Kiran Manandhar’s fourth solo exhibition explores the mortal power and divine energy manifested in the female form. Until 10 November, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal

Critical Mass, A monthly meet-up for cyclists who want to reclaim the streets, followed by a brief ride around town. This month’s critical mass is to be held in remembrance of conservationist Prahlad Yonzon  5.30pm, 30 October, Basantapur Darbar Square


Dining

Black Pepper Café & Pub



Black Pepper Café & Pub, Cosmopolitan dining and drinking in a traditional style courtyard, try the apple sauce pork chops and enjoy the good service. Kupondole Height, Lalitpur, (01)5521897, www.blackpepper.com

Soaltee specials, Soaltee Crowne Plaza is featuring special menus from seven award-winning chefs until November. Tahachal, (01)4273999

Hankook Sarang, Serves incredible Korean delicacies, including superlative steamed rice to anchor meals fit for kings. Thamel, (01)4256615, [email protected]

Vesper Café, Great for leisurely dining, serves diverse foods that reflect Italian lifestyle. Jhamsikhel, (01)5548179

Salt & Pepper Restro Lounge, Espresso, mocha, latte, frappuccino, cocktails, liquour, beers and flavored shishas, with an outdoor lake-view terrace. Lakeside, Pokhara, (061)463484, 9846210568

Barista Lavazza, The Valley’s best European inspired coffee-culture cafe serves excellent mochas and lattes, don’t forget to try their grilled chicken sandwich. Jawalakhel, (01)4005123, barista. [email protected]


Cinemas


Getaways

Barahi Jungle Lodge



Barahi Jungle Lodge, The first eco-jungle lodge of Chitwan directly overlooks the Chitwan National Park, spa, boutique guest room, individual and two-in-one private villas, including a suite with a private swimming pool. Andrauli, West Chitwan, (01)4411113, [email protected], www.barahijunglelodge.com

Jhule mountain resort, Resting 2050m above sea level, the eco-resort boasts a farmhouse that stretches across a hill covered in fresh pine. Enjoy an organic home stay experience. Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park, Jhule, (01)6212399, www.jhuleresort.com.np, www.jhuleresort.com

Shangri-La Village Resort, Spend your weekend under the shadow of breathtaking mountain views, landscaped gardens, water bodies and a relaxing ambience. Gharipatan, Pokhara,(61)462222, (01)4410051, [email protected], www.hotelshangrila.com

Mango Tree Lodge, Culture walks, rafting in the Karnali, wildlife exploration, and jungle safari at the Bardia National Park. Bhetani, Bardia, (084)402008, [email protected]

Himalayan Wellness Centre, A one-stop centre for a relaxed mind and healthy body inside the Park Village Hotel. Budhanilkantha, 980-1066661, [email protected]. www.himalayanwellness.com.np


Music

Folk Music Festival



Folk Music Festival, Fifth edition of the International Folk Music Film Festival, get to learn about music cultures and participate in a contest 26 to 29 November, Kathmandu

Jazzmandu, Mark Your Calendars for the Biggest Jazz Party in the Himalayas. Visit the Jazzmandu Facebook page for chances to win tickets. 4 to 10 November

Nepal Music Festival Nepal’s biggest volunteer-run music and culture festival, includes performances by noted bands and fun activities. 28 November, 12 to 8pm Bhrikuti Mandap, Pradarshani Marg www.nepalmusicfestival.org

Open mic, Calling all aspiring singers. Every Tuesday, 7pm, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172, [email protected]

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