Events
Art Fair
Art Fair, An annual art fair showcasing works of 40 artists. Until 6 December, 10.30am to 6pm, Park Gallery, Pulchok, Lalitpur, (01)5522307, parkgallery.com.np
Mixed Media, Exhibition of works by Maureen Drdak and Youdhisthir Maharjan. (see page 8 for review) Until 9 December, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babar Mahal, (01)4218048/4433930
KIMFF 2015, Over 80 films from 25 countries will be shown at this year’s Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival. 10 to 14 December, Kumari Hall, Kamalpokhari, (01)4440635, kimff.org, (see page 11 for more details)
ChrisPhotography workshop, Level 1 workshop for aspiring photographers, organised by Artudio. 13 December, 7am to 9am, Rs 4000, Artudio, Chhauni Hospital Road, Swayambu, register: 9851182100/98037797777
tmas Bazaar, Shop for gifts from local artisans, enjoy traditional festive biscuits and mulled wine. 13 December, 11am to 6pm, Bikalpa Art Centre, Pulchok, Lalitpur
Migrant voices, An attempt to document the life stories of Nepali women migrants working in the informal sector in India. (see pages 8-9) 8 to 10 December, Nepal Art Council, Babar Mahal, (01)4220735
French cinema, Screening of the film Une vie de chat (A Cat in Paris) by Alain Gagnol 17 December, 5.30pm, Alliance Francaise, Teku Road, (01)4242832, alliancefrancaise.org.np
Help rebuild, A special fund-raising print sale to contribute towards the rebuilding of heritage sites in Patan by Kathmandu Valley Preservation Trust (KVPT). www.photoktm.com/#support
Kathmandu Chorale, The Kathmandu-based choir group presents its annual holiday concert, features an eclectic mix of Christmas songs and a few classical pieces. 5 December, 3.30 to 4.30pm, 6 to 7pm, The British School, Sanepa, Free entry
Dining
Bodhi books & Bakes
Bodhi books & Bakes, A bookstore-cum-patisserie. Maharajganj, 9851193262
Dhokaima Café, Beat the cold with indigenous cocktails at the Rukhmuni Bar. Patan Dhoka, (01)5522113, dhokaimacafe@yahoo.com
Kairos Café, Offers excellent coffee and traditional British pub food. Jawalakhel (behind the zoo), 9813173747
Piano B, If Italian is what you crave. Offers limited but authentic fares. Bhanimandal, Ekantakuna (01)5000641
Quiz Night, Sal’s Pizza hosts weekly quiz contests. Every Monday, 7pm, Lajimpat (behind the Indian Embassy),9813570076
Maan Nam, Enjoy a nice cuppa coffee in the lush garden or try out your golfing skills. Naxal (across the road from Bhatbhateni Supermarket), (01)4427055
The Old House, An adventurous new restaurant dedicated to the art of French cooking. Darbarmarg, (01)4250931
Pho 99, An excellent place that shouts authentic Vietnam through its food as well as setting. Jhamsikhel, 9803203119
Cinemas
Getaways
Park Village Resort
Park Village Resort, Far away from the madding crowd, yet so close to the city. Budhanilkantha, (01)4375280, pvh@wlink.com.np
The Yellow House, Bed and breakfast for the light traveller. Sanepa, (01)5553869/5522078, www.theyellowhouse.com.np
Santa Express package, Shangri-La Village Resort in Pokhara is offering special holiday deals. For details: (01)4420252/4412999
Kasara Resort, A luxury resort located in the lush setting of the Chitwan National Park. For those who value their privacy and prefer a more secluded stay, Kasara offers two private villas with private pools. Chitwan (01)4437571/4438570, kasararesort.com
Music
Bipul Chhetri Live
Bipul Chhetri Live, Celebrated singer Bipul Chhetri will perform for the third time in Kathmandu. 19 December, 2pm onwards, Sano Gaucharan Ground, Gyaneshwor
KANTA dAbdAb, This musical trio combines sitar, percussion and bass to create a soulful fusion groove. 19 December, 6pm, Base Camp, Arun Thapa Chok, Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur, Rs 300
Joint Family Internationale, The Kathmandu-based reggae group will be performing live. 6 December, 7 to 9pm, Base Camp, Arun Thapa Chok, Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur, Rs 300
The mixtapes, For an evening of 90s tunes - from Britpop to Grunge, ending at Ska and Funk. 12 December, 7.30pm, House of Music, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Rs 300