Nepali Times

Before the flood

Before the flood, Support bird conservation by participating in a charity dinner and screening of the documentary ‘Before the flood’. 11 August, 5pm, Cine De Chef, CTC Mall, Sundhara, Rs3,000 (01) 4417805, (01) 4420213

Layering The City, Save the date to be a part of an exhibition of lithographs and woodcut prints by Bhavika Dugar. 30 July-10 August, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited, (01) 5260607

Vocal workshop, Register to learn singing techniques from renowned jazz vocalist Diandra Danieli, hosted by Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory. 5 July-30 August, (01) 5013554 http://www.katjazz.com.np/vocal-teacher-diandra-danieli/

Obstacle race, Be adventurous and test your strength at Nepal’s first obstacle race. 9 September, 6am, Godavari Football Ground, Rs 1,000, free for ultra run.

Art market, A great platform for artists, designers and producers with unique, contemporary arts, designs and products. The market features a print-making workshop for children above six years. 5 August, 2-6pm, The Yellow House, Sanepa, Bookings: ange@image-ark.com, nayantara@photocircle.com.np, (01) 5006665

Talks of philosophy, Discussion on the paper ‘Against Time Biases’ by philosophers Preston Greene and Meghan Sullivan, published by The University of Chicago Press. 6 August, 5:30-7pm, Yala Mandala, Lalitpur, (01) 5536690

Artmandu, Book your seats to participate in a musical event of bands MA and Cycle, from Kathmandu University, and get a taste of folk, traditional ensemble and a rare combination of sound. 14 August, 2-4pm, Sarwanam Theatre, Kalikasthan, Kathmandu, Rs1,000 (pre sale), Rs1,500 (door sale), (01) 4011027

Hall of memories, Don’t miss an opportunity to see the contemporary paintings of late artist Prashanta Shrestha. Three young artists will be awarded with the Prashanta Scholarship Award 2017. 4-6 August, 11am-6pm, Nepal Art Council, Babar Mahal, Kathmandu, 9841211297

Ventures Café

Ventures Café, Stop by for the best fusion menu and all local favourites and enjoy the breezy outdoor seating. A great venue for beer connoisseurs. Baluwatar, 9851228014

Monsoon Sundays, Food connoisseurs can relish a succulent barbeque with a choice of African, Arabic or Mediterranean specialties, along with access to the swimming pool. 23 July onwards, 12:30-3:30 pm, Rs1,999 per person, Hyatt Regency www.kathmandu.regency.hyatt.com

Taste of the east, Tantalise your taste buds with scrumptious dim sums prepared under the guidance of Chinese master chef Dhan Limbu. 12:30-2:30pm and 7-10:45pm, Bao Xuan, Soaltee Crowne Plaza, (01) 4273999, www.crowneplaza.com/Kathmandu.

1905, Heritage boutique suites with garden dining, 1905 Suites and Restaurants is now open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bookings open for four boutique suites with promotional rates and offers. Nagpokhari, Naxal, Information: 9860374450

Dan Ran, The best Japanese food this side of the Bagmati. Try one of the bento boxes with a fresh lemonade. Jhamsikhel, (01)5521027

Trisara, With dishes like flambéed prawns, crispy chicken and khao soi, it would be a folly to ignore its aromas. Lazimpat, (01)4410200

Café Déjà Vu, Spend an evening at this budget restaurant offering more than six types of momos. Try chicken kurkure. Good music guaranteed. Naxal, (01) 4428829

The Village Cafe, Authentic Newari food that comes straight from the heart. Pulchok Road, (01)5540712

Rupakot Resort

Rupakot Resort, Get pampered in the lap of luxury amid stunning views of the Annapurnas. Maidan-6, Rupakot, Kaski, (61) 622660 / (01) 4004687 / 9856038043, www.rupakotresort.com

Mango Tree Lodge, Culture walks, rafting in the Karnali, wildlife exploration, and jungle safari at Bardia National Park. Bhetani, Bardia, info@mangotreelodge.com

Monsoon madness, A two-day, three-night package exclusively for Nepalis and expatriates.Rs 6,299 net per person on a twin sharing basis. Shangri La Village Resort, Pokhara, (01) 4420252, 9861388277 / 9804116774 shangrilavillage@hotelshangrila.com

Gokarna Forest Resort, A numinous paradise that relaxes you and encourages meditation, just a 20-minute drive away from Kathmandu. Gokarna, (01)4451212, info@gokarna.net

Hotel Landmark Pokhara, For the best views of Phewa Lake. Enrich your stay with cultural performances every evening. Lakeside Pokhara, (61) 462908, 9851059096

Club Himalaya, For amazing mountain views and refreshing weekend escapades, special packages available for Nepalis and expatriates. Nagarkot, (01) 4410432

Shivapuri Heights Cottage, Book a walk and lunch around Budanilkantha to escape the hustle of the city. Enjoy some quiet family time or a massage or opt to stay overnight at this cottage. Budanilkantha, 9841371927 / 9802012245, info@shivapuricottage.com

Barahi Jungle Lodge, The first eco-jungle lodge of Chitwan directly overlooks 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

Live with Jovan

Live with Jovan, Spend the weekend with close friends swaying to the rhythms of Jovan Bhuju. 4 August, 6:30pm onwards, Bricks Café, Kupondole, (01) 5521756

Gypsy Jazz, Groove to the tunes of gypsy jazz with Nepali guitar maestro Hari Maharjan. 11 August, 7:30pm onwards, Base Camp: Outdoor Lifestyle, Jhamsikhel, 9841226397

Classical Kanta, Warm up your weekend listening to a classical music performance by Nepali fusion trio Kanta dAb dAb. 4 August, 7-10pm, Places Restaurant & Bar, Saath Ghumti Marga, Thamel, (01) 4700413

Phatcowlee, Catch bass guitarist Rajan Shrestha perform electronic numbers from the EP launched recently under his new project Phatcowlee. 4 August, 8pm, Base Camp: Outdoor Lifestyle, Jhamsikhel, Rs300, 9841226397

The Axe, Your favorite band The Axe is going live in Bhaktapur. 5 August, 4-7pm, Madhyapur Thimi, Free entry

Weekend mania, Spend the weekend with Squad 3. 5 August, 7pm onwards, Ai La Lounge Restaurant, Kumaripati, Lalitpur, 9801018681