Events

Mustang madness

Mustang madness, Register to participate in the cross-country MTB race in Mustang, enjoy the best biking trails of the Himalayas and win cash prizes. The 220 km long race is a mix of adventure, culture, challenge and discovery. 24 November to 1 December, Starts from Kagbeni and heads North towards Lo Manthang, 9818622466, 9860975472, www.themustangmadness.com

Autumn camp, Register for an International youth minicamp to get connected with young people from around the world. This cultural exchange facilitates great team building activities and meditation during the five-day camp. 23 to 27 October, www.camp.youthlegend.com, $ 450 per person

Photography festival, Mark your calendar to attend talks, workshops, slideshows and panel discussions during the second edition of photo Kathmandu. 27 to 28 October, Multiple venues, www.photoktm.com

Ktm walks, Enjoy a car free day, traditional music competition, a slow cycle race, skate board competition and more at the second Kilagal Ktm Walks event this year. 22 October, 7 am to 7 pm, Kilagal, 9861032880

A quest for dignity, An anthology of photographs exploring the various meanings of dignity for dalits in Nepal. Till 26 November, 10 am to 5 pm, Patan Museum, Patan Darbar Square,

Jazz workshop, Participate in a free jazz workshop by a Japanese saxophonist Sadao Watanabe. 24 October, 3pm to 5 pm, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel (01)5013554

Breast Cancer awareness, Participate in a Walkathon organised by Rose Foundation Nepal to raise awareness about breast cancer and promote breast self-examination. 22 October, 8.30 am to 3 pm, Starts at Patan Darbar Square and ends at Jawalakhel football ground, 9813688226/9803557302/9849035012, rosefoundationnepal.org


Dining

Starry night

Starry night Enjoy barbeque night along with a live performance by Ciney Gurung. Every Friday, 7 pm onwards, Hotel Shangrila, (01) 4412999, Rs 2,000 per person (incl tax)

The Heritage, Escape the hotchpotch of the tourist hub as you relish delights like paella and panna cotta. Thamel, (01)4254343

Embassy, Positioned in Lajimpat’s embassy-laden lane but away from the hustle and bustle of the main road, this restaurant has a menu with Nepali, Indian, Italian, Thai and Japanese dishes on offer. Lajimpat, (01)4424040

Vootoo, The home of Newari cuisine also has a safe continental menu for those who are not yet ready to experiment with new dishes. Lajimpat, (01)4005222

Koto Japanese cuisine of the highest quality, served with meticulous attention, food fanatics will find themselves in a sashimi and tempura haven. Lakeside/Pulchowk/ Darbar Marg


Cinemas


Getaways

Neydo Monastery

Neydo Monastery, A monastery and guest house, Neydo is home to many significant religious sites of the great siddhas. Leave your troubles behind and book a room. Pharping, Kathmandu, www.neydohotel.com

Relax, Yoga, detox and ayurveda treatment in a quiet corner of Kathmandu. Himalayan Peace and Wellness Center, Park Village Resort, Budhanilkantha (01)4375280, 980106661

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. Lakeside, Pokhara, (06)1463468, www.mumsgardenresort.com

The Last Resort, Test your limits with canyoning, hiking, rock climbing, rafting, mountain biking, bungee jumping. Bhotekosi, Sindhupalchok, (01)4700525/1247

Pataleban Vineyard Resort, 16 km west of Kathmandu city, the resort is a perfect place to spend your weekends with food and wine. The resort offers astounding views of sunset and the Himalayan range of Langtang, Ganesh, Manaslu and Annapurna. [email protected]


Music

All about jazz

All about jazz, Tap to the beats of international jazz musicians in the fourteenth edition of the Jazzmandu festival. 20 to 26 October, Multiple venues, www.jazzmandu.org

Superfuzz live, Spend a musical evening with Superfuzz, good music and food. Every Saturday, 7 pm onwards, The Factory, Thamel, (01) 4701185

Jazz concert Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Nepal-Japan relations by participating in a Jazz concert. Legendary saxophonist Sadao Watanabe will be performing in the concert organised by the embassy of Japan. 22 to 23 October, Tribhuvan’s Army Officer’s Club, Sundhara (01) 4426680

Music mania, Gear up for the third edition of Blackout Pride Phase featuring bands like Ugrakarma, Taamishra, Absorb, Undifined Human and more. 12 November, 12 to 6 pm, Thamel Reggae Bar, Thamel

Open mic night, Grab the mic and sing your heart out at the House of Music every Tuesday. House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172

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