Events

EU film festival

EU film festival, Come and explore an array of movies at the 6th edition of the European Film Festival. 19 to 23 May, QFX Kamal Pohkhari, Tickets: free, (01) 4442220, qfxcinemas.com

The LGBTI tales, Book your seats to watch The Laramie Project: ten years later, a play based on the iconic hate crime: the murder of Matthew Shepherd in Laramie, USA, and stories from Nepal's LGBTI community. 19 to 28 May, Nepal Tourism Board, Rs 200 to 750, Reservations: 980 1192690

Local governance talks, Be a part of discussion on local election and governance organiised on the occasion of 70th anniversary of Nepal-US relations. 23 May, 4 to 6 pm, Yala Maya Kendra, Patan Dhoka, Entry: free

Barefoot Walkathon, Participate in a 60-minute barefoot walkathon to support education of children in the Karnali. 20 May, 7 am to 8am, Maitighar to Basantapur, (01) 4435268, 9843206582 

Watch Ma, This exhibition by Ryan Elisabeth Reid features photography, video and textile installations, including a post-modern dance workshop based on the experience of multigenerational women from Nepal. 19 to 24 May, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal Revisited, 9849519933, Information: [email protected],[email protected]

Girls Futsal, Register your teams for the first girl power futsal tournament organised by The Girls Power. 20 May, 8 am to 6 pm, Dhanyentari Futsal, Kalopul, Entry fee Rs 5,000, (01) 4009635

Feminist Friday, Be part of the discussion at the first episode of Feminist Friday. Women from all walks of life will be sharing their views on gender issues. 19 May, 2:45 to 5 pm, Hamro Chahana Nepal, Baluwatar, 984-0312499, [email protected]

Bloggers networking, Sign up for a free networking event for Rising Junkiri. Aspiring bloggers and writers can participate too.
10 June, 2 to 8 pm, Octave Kathmandu, Woodland Complex, Durbarmarg, Admission: Free for members, non members will be ticketed, [email protected]


Dining

Kashmiri feas

Kashmiri feast, Step in for scrumptious Kashmiri starters (8 veg and 7 non-veg items). In a serious of promotions of authentic Kashmiri delicacies, patrons and connoisseurs can enjoy tabak maaz, mutton rogan josh, gushtaba and many more. 18 to 28 May, 7 pm onwards, Soaltee Crown Plaza, (01) 4273999

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

Taza, An excellent new Middle-Eastern restaurant with a Syrian chef. Offers free deliveries within Patan. Don’t forget their shawarmas! Pulchok, (01)5541592, 9860960177

Hello Café, Relish a wide range of Korean and Italian dishes this weekend. Don’t forget to try the Valley’s best Chef’s Special Salad. Boudha, (01) 4916218

Roadhouse Cafe,For the best wood-fired pizzas in town. Thamel, (01)4260187

Le Trio, The best momochas (soup momos) in town. Narayanhiti Path and Jhamiskhel, (01) 4435440 / 5521647


Cinemas


Getaways

Landmark Forest Park

Landmark Forest Park, Eco-friendly resort that offers safari packages. Bed and breakfast at Rs 4,000 plus taxes per person. Chitwan, (056) 580311, 9851059096

Chhaimale Resort, Enjoy the beauty of nature and a peaceful weekend. Perfect for BBQs, picnics and family hangouts. Dakshinkali, (01) 4628121, 9851181409

Famous Farm, Wake up to the sounds of chirping birds and a fresh morning breeze wafting in through the aankhijhyal. Nuwakot, (01)4700426, [email protected]

Milla Guesthouse, If you prefer the quiet, and admire a mix of old and new, this is the perfect place to stay. Not too far away from the city, yet miles apart. Bhaktapur, 9851024137

Club Himalaya,For amazing mountain views and refreshing weekend escapades, special package available. Nagarkot, 4410432

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


Music

Tribute night

Tribute night, Exhibit 69’ will be playing 15 heavy-metal songs as a tribute to Iron Maiden. 3 June, 2 to 6 am, Purple Haze Rock Bar, Thamel, Tickets: rs 400 (200 limited tickets), Rs 500 (door)

Live Friday, Away from the hustle and bustle, spend a soulful Friday evening with good food, and live music by NS 1134. 19 May, 6 to 10 pm, De Arena Restaurant, Bhaktapur, 9851160188

Musical arts, Enjoy live music by Mama Disquo and Lazy monk with the displayed artwork of urban artists from Nepal. 19 May, 6 to 10 pm, Friends Restaurant, Thamel, (01) 4700063

Paleti with Bidhan, Book your tickets to enjoy folk and pop music with singer Bidhan Shrestha. 26 May, 5:30 pm onwards, Nepa-Laya, Tickets: Rs 1,000, (01) 4412469 [email protected]

Acoustic Friday, Tap to the beats of acoustic and rock by Kramasha Nepal. 19 May, 7 to 10 pm,  Wicked Spoon Fork & Rock, Jhamsikhel, 9841461765

comments powered by Disqus