Events

Art Market

Art Market, A place to sell and buy art in the form of paintings, prints, posters and design products. 14 January, 12 to 4 pm, The Yellow House, Sanepa, (01) 5553869, For bookings: ange@image-ark.com, nayantara@photocircle.com.np or pranidhi@image-ark.com

AFK opening, Mark your calendars for the grand opening of Alliance Française de Katmandou in Pulchok. Also attend for the circus show. 14 January, 3 pm onwards, Alliance Française de Katmandou, Dhalko Bato, Pulchok (Next to St. Mary’s School), (01) 5009221/9802022755, reception.afk@gmail.com

Bird watching, Dedicate half of your Saturday morning to watch birds in Chobar and Taudaha with fellow bird lovers. 14 January, Meeting time: 7.30 am, Starting point: Jalvinayak temple, 9841330576/9801024777

Pictures for a cause, Attend a photography exhibition in tribute to poet and philosopher Kahlil Gibran to raise funds for cataract surgeries at the Sagarmath Choudhary Eye Hospital. The three-day long event will also feature poetry recitations, sufi and jazz performances. 20 to 22 January, Bikalpa Art Center, (01) 5013524

Birds of Nepal, Visit an exhibition of artworks on Nepal’s birds by artist Hira Lal Dangol. Until 13 January, Nepal Art Council, Baber Mahal, (01) 4220735

Karnali Dialogue, Attend Karnali Dialogue’s 17th series to get to know more about the art of storytelling in Mugu. 24 January, 3 to 4.30 pm, Martin Chautari, Thapathali, (01) 4102027

Ride to Phulchoki, Mark your calendars for a day of biking in Phulchoki followed by overnight camping. Participants are expected to bring their own sleeping bags and mattresses. 13 & 14 January, Starting: Rankoit, Godawari, Ending: Nagi- Danda, 9851096595/9801151533

Mastering maps, Hands-on workshop on digital mapping by StoryCycle and Google Map Maker Community. 9 & 10 February, Mahabir’s Center for Nepal Connection, Application: http://bit.ly/2iVVUHb, 9845218281, Rs 1000

Champadevi hike, Escape the hustle of the city and enjoy a day hike to Champadevi hill via Pharping. The event is a fundraising event to support  Asia Pacific Veg Congress – 2017 to be held in Kathmandu. 21 January, Meeting point: Bhrikuti Mandap ground, 7 to 7.15 am, Registration deadline: 19 January, 9851149579/ 9856060734, Rs 1000

Self defence, Participate in the self defence classes for women with Romee Giri, fourth dan and young national referee of taekwondo. 28 January, 10 am to 1 pm, RSTCA, Lajimpat, Tickets: https://form.jotform.me/60151655603449 , (01) 4426258Art Market, A place to sell and buy art in the form of paintings, prints, posters and design products. 14 January, 12 to 4 pm, The Yellow House, Sanepa, (01) 5553869, For bookings: ange@image-ark.com, nayantara@photocircle.com.np or pranidhi@image-ark.com

AFK opening, Mark your calendars for the grand opening of Alliance Française de Katmandou in Pulchok. Also attend for the circus show. 14 January, 3 pm onwards, Alliance Française de Katmandou, Dhalko Bato, Pulchok (Next to St. Mary’s School), (01) 5009221/9802022755, reception.afk@gmail.com

Bird watching, Dedicate half of your Saturday morning to watch birds in Chobar and Taudaha with fellow bird lovers. 14 January, Meeting time: 7.30 am, Starting point: Jalvinayak temple, 9841330576/9801024777

Pictures for a cause, Attend a photography exhibition in tribute to poet and philosopher Kahlil Gibran to raise funds for cataract surgeries at the Sagarmath Choudhary Eye Hospital. The three-day long event will also feature poetry recitations, sufi and jazz performances. 20 to 22 January, Bikalpa Art Center, (01) 5013524

Birds of Nepal, Visit an exhibition of artworks on Nepal’s birds by artist Hira Lal Dangol. Until 13 January, Nepal Art Council, Baber Mahal, (01) 4220735

Karnali Dialogue, Attend Karnali Dialogue’s 17th series to get to know more about the art of storytelling in Mugu. 24 January, 3 to 4.30 pm, Martin Chautari, Thapathali, (01) 4102027

Ride to Phulchoki, Mark your calendars for a day of biking in Phulchoki followed by overnight camping. Participants are expected to bring their own sleeping bags and mattresses. 13 & 14 January, Starting: Rankoit, Godawari, Ending: Nagi- Danda, 9851096595/9801151533

Mastering maps, Hands-on workshop on digital mapping by StoryCycle and Google Map Maker Community. 9 & 10 February, Mahabir’s Center for Nepal Connection, Application: http://bit.ly/2iVVUHb, 9845218281, Rs 1000

Champadevi hike, Escape the hustle of the city and enjoy a day hike to Champadevi hill via Pharping. The event is a fundraising event to support  Asia Pacific Veg Congress – 2017 to be held in Kathmandu. 21 January, Meeting point: Bhrikuti Mandap ground, 7 to 7.15 am, Registration deadline: 19 January, 9851149579/ 9856060734, Rs 1000

Self defence, Participate in the self defence classes for women with Romee Giri, fourth dan and young national referee of taekwondo. 28 January, 10 am to 1 pm, RSTCA, Lajimpat, Tickets: https://form.jotform.me/60151655603449 , (01) 4426258


Dining

Hyatt Regency

Hyatt Regency, Rox in Hyatt has rolled out its winter menu featuring mouth-watering dishes like its prawn and thyme bisque, winter minestrone soup, winter tuna nicoise, tenderloin stew and more. Until 15 February, 6 to 10 pm, Rox Restaurant, Hyatt Regency Kathmandu, Boudhha, www.kathmandu.regency.hyatt.co

Dan Ran, The best authentic Japanese food in this part of town. Jhamsikhel, (01) 5521027

Mulchowk, The blend of culinary expertise and charms of a bygone era. Baber Mahal Revisited, (01) 4259801

Shangri-La Hotel, Don’t miss out on the Gyakok, a Tibetan pot full of sumptuous delicacies, at the Shambala Garden. The minimum order is for four persons, and should be ordered two hours before. 12 to 3 pm (Lunch) & 7 to 10 pm (Dinner), Shambala Garden, Shangri-la Hotel, Lajimpat, (01) 4412999, Rs 1800 (per person), Rs 3400 (per couple)

Saigon Pho, Spacious interior with authentic Vietnamese dishes. Lajimpat, (01) 4443330


Cinemas


Getaways

The Last Resort

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

Jhule mountain resort, Resting 2050m above sea level, the eco-resort boasts a farmhouse that stretches across hill covered in fresh pine. Enjoy an organic homestay experience. Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park, Lapsiphedi-3, Jhule, (01)6212399

Temple Tree Resort and Spa, A peaceful place to stay, complete with a swimming pool, massage parlour, and sauna, it’ll be hard to leave once you go in. Gaurighat, Lakeside, (61)465819

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. Megauli, Chitwan, (01) 4429820

Fulbari Resort, Enjoy the scenic view of Pokhara as you pamper yourself with tennis, golf, drinks, and dinners. Green Canyon, Pokhara, (061) 432451


Music

Tribute to Coldplay

Tribute to Coldplay, Get to hear covers of famous British rock band Coldplay’s tracks as part of Phase 10 of Tribute Series Nepal event. 21 January, 3 pm (Gates open), Purple Haze Rock Bar, Thamel, Rs 500 (Advance sales), Rs 700 (Door sales)

Impromptu Music Sessions, First concert in the Impromptu Music Sessions series with indie-pop-folk-jazz singer and songwriter Marta Rosa accompanied by her band with artists Isu Shrestha, Pratik Baniya and Jagannath Dhaugoda. 14 January, 8.30 to 10 pm, Moksh, Jhamsikhel, Tickets available at Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory or Moksh, (01) 5528362

Kar.Ma sessions, Live music featuring Nomad Radio coupled with hot cups of coffee and tasty snacks. 27 January, 4 to 8 pm, Kar.Ma Coffee, Jhamsikhel

Wave in concert, A rock tour featuring famous bands 1974 AD, Sabin Rai & The Pharaoh and other Nepali artists. 14 January, 3 pm onwards, Jawalakhel Youth Club Football Ground, (01) 5538321

Sufi nights, Spend a musical evening listening to sufi melodies with Amrit Chhetri every Fridays and Saturdays. Every Friday & Saturday, Green Leaves Restaurant, Uttar Dhoka, Lajimpat, (01) 4433002

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