Events

Nepal Literature Festival

Nepal Literature Festival, Don’t miss out on the sixth edition of the international literary festival in the lake city. With eminent Nepali panelists and littérateurs like Khagendra Sangroula, Kanak Mani Dixit, Dhruba Chandra Gautam, Chaitanya Mishra, vlogger Samriddhi Rai, comic artist Kripa Joshi, Indian authors Ramchandra Guha and Durjoy Dutta and many more. Attend the four-day festival for a good dose of culture, literature and enlightening discussions. 27 to 30 January, Pokhara, For more information: nepalliteraturefestival.com

Movie screening, Screening of a documentary film based on the life of Nepal’s ultra running sensation, Mira Rai. 31 January, 3 to 4.15 pm, Voices of Women Media, Chagal, 9860670971

Hike to Chitlang, Gear up for a hike and over stay at Chitlang. Familiarise yourself with the local culture, customs and traditions of the place. 28 to 29 January, 7 am onwards (28 January), For more details: 9808962677

Art exhibition, Artist Erina Tamrakar showcases her work ‘In Between The Third Eye’, a collection of her work inspired by travels in Lo Manthang and various remote corners of Nepal. 27 January to 19 March, 10.30 am to 6 pm, Park Gallery, Pulchok, (01) 5522307

Nepal reads, Be part of the book discussion on ‘These Fine Lines’, a poetry anthology, organised by US Embassy’s Book Bus.  28 January, 2 to 4 pm, Bodhi Books and Bakes, Maharajgunj, 9851193603, egister: https://goo.gl/nbdMNh

Agro fair, Don’t miss out on more than 50 stalls of organic tea, coffee, vegetables, juice, herbs, spices from across Nepal. 27 to 30 January, 10 am to 6 pm, Patan Museum, Patan Darbar Square, 9851082828, [email protected]

Heritage walk, Experience the culturally rich and beautiful Bhaktapur Darbar Square preceded by a yoga session and followed by a sumptuous Newari meal. The event is organised by Sooriya Wellness and Yoga Centre. 31 January, 8 am to 1 pm, (01) 4001714, [email protected]

Women of the World, Mark your calendars for Women of the World festival, a one day festival to celebrate women and girls featuring talks, workshops, performances and more. 18 February, 11 am to 8 pm, Staff College, Jawalakhel, (01) 4410798, http://bit.ly/2hfe6v8

Festival management, Train with facilitator Amy Walker and learn how to manage a festival with social focus, a three-day workshop organised by Kathmandu Triennale. 6 to 8 February, 2 to 6 pm, British Council, Lajimpat, Apply: https://goo.gl/forms/DTTgXWvPKqaLWE9x2


Dining

Dwarika’s Hotel

Dwarika’s Hotel, A special night of sumptuous BBQ with live cooking stations every Friday. Reservations recommended. Every Friday, 6.30 pm onwards, The Dwarika’s Hotel, (01) 4479488/[email protected], Rs 1800 plus taxes

Hyatt Regency, Usher in the Chinese New Year with a wide variety of sumptuous and mouth-watering dishes. Also, win a chance to stay at the hotel by participating in a lucky draw. 27 January (Dinner), Rs 2,000 plus taxes per person, 28 January (Brunch), Rs 2300 plus taxes per person, The Cafe, Hyatt Regency Kathmandu, Boudha, (01) 5178334

Phat Kath, Offering French-ish food, a takeaway crêperie, low tables and hookahs for hippies, tables and chairs for normal people, and a formidable hip hop soundtrack for everyone. Thamel, 9816696571

Soaltee Crowne Plaza, A spread of delectable Lucknowi dishes sure to transport you back to the era of the Nawabs.   Until 4 February, 6.30 pm onwards, Garden Terrace (Deck), Soaltee Crowne Plaza, Tahachal, (01) 4273999

Bodhi books & bakes, A quiet, snug place offering a rich collection of cakes and pastries. Maharajganj, 9851193262


Cinemas


Getaways


Music

Sufi nights

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

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

Mt 8848 live, Don’t miss out on the live performance of Mt 8848 as they belt out some of their hits. 28 January, 7 pm onwards, The Victory Lounge, 9801031277, 9801444055, 9818337060, Tickets: Rs 1,000

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

Kanta dAb dAb, Enjoy your Friday nights listening to Kanta dAb dAb, a Nepali fusion trio band using sitar, percussion and bass. 27 January, 7.30 to 9 pm, Places Restaurant & Bar, Thamel, (01) 4700413

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