Events

Film Southasia

Film Southasia, Save the date to watch your favourite films from the list of 63. SAARC country entries include 12 documentaries of dissent and six student entries. 2-5 November, Yala Maya Kendra, Patan, http://www.filmsouthasia.org, (01) 5552141, 9841908528

The True Stories Mural, An art exhibition that seeks to highlight the storieas of women and child victims whose lives have been uprooted. Includes an exhibition of murals on the themes of objectification, mythology, exploitation and the empowerment of women. 23-29 October, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited, Entry free, 9818239744, [email protected]

Rock climbing, Gauge your own strength by trying your hand (and feet) at rock climbing on the Astrek Climbing Wall. The package includes lunch, bottled water and climbing and safety gear. No previous experience required. Every Saturday, 8am-5pm, Rs5,500 per person (01) 4419265, 9841313561 www.facebook.com/astrek.climbing

Korean Film Fest, Watch your favourite Korean movie at the 13th Korean Film Festival. Collect tickets from Labim Mall before seats are gone. 26-28 October, QFX Cinema, Labim Mall Free entry, (01) 5529924, http://www.qfxcinemas.com/

Bodhi Chhaya, Experience this artistic and cultural extravaganza combining theatre, dance and music, written and directed by Kavita Srinivasan. Daily, 6pm onwards, Rastriya Nach Ghar 

Saxaphone workshop, Learn to play the saxophone with talented teacher Mathias Hagen from Norway. 27 October, 5:30-6:30pm, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory (01) 5013554, 9813556945, [email protected]

Tradition subverted, An exhibition that explores self-identity and gender identification while engaging viewers in a dialogue about urbanisation and ecology, by artists Erina Tamrakar and Asha Dangol. 13 October-3 December, 11am- 10:30pm, Yala Mandala, Kwalkhu Road, Lalitpur, (01) 5536690

Cinemagraphs, Learn to create cinemagraphs with Bangladeshi fine art photographer Ashraful Arefin. The workshop is an opportunity to learn to build concepts,  shoot and record footage, and other commercial uses of living photographs. 28-29 October, 10am-1pm, KITHUB, Kupondole, Rs800, 9860041091


Dining

Bubbly brunch

Bubbly brunch, Book your seats and enjoy Saturday brunch with friends and family for only Rs1500 per person (net). The amazing shawarma and pasta won’t let you down. Every Saturday, 11am to 3pm, Shambala Garden and Club Sundhara, Shangri-La Hotel

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

Creole cuisne, For exotic and tantalising dishes from New Orleans, Italy, Spain, Africa, Germany, the Caribbean and Portugal Rs2,000 per person 27 October-5 November, 6:30-10pm, The Cafe, Hyatt Hotel, (01) 5171234

Capital Grill Restaurant & Bar, Tantalise your taste buds with the best thakali khana set, known as Jimbu Thakali, in town. Tangal, (01) 4437674

Café Jireh, For a peaceful evening and the best firewood pizza. Bhaisipati, (01) 5592102

Little Italy, Turn vegetarian at this Italian food chain and don’t forget to end your meal with the chef’s special chocolate bomb. Kamaladi Road, (01) 4233577, 4233578, 9801195000


Cinemas


Getaways

Club Himalaya

Club Himalaya, For amazing mountain views and refreshing weekend escapades, special packages 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

Hotel Mystic Mountain, Plan a weekend trip to this newly-opened exquisite resort located in the forest of Nagarkot hill. Nagarkot, (01) 4426646

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

Thamel Eco Resort For a relaxed weekend, book a room with yoga, meditation and spa at this eco-friendly resort. Thamel, Chibahal Club, (01) 4257505

Dwarika’s Hotel, A little slice of paradise hidden in the middle of the city. Start the day off with yoga classes in this grand heritage hotel. Battisputali, Kathmandu, (01) 4470770


Music

Songs of the Himalayas

Songs of the Himalayas, Don't miss this musical treat featuring the Singing Nun, Ani Choying Drolma, and Bollywood music director Shantanu Moitra. 19 November, 6pm, Rastriya Naach Ghar, Kantipath, Rs10,000 (includes dinner and meet and greet with artists), Rs5,000, Rs3,000 and Rs2,000 (Balcony), 9801141261

Diwas Gurung, Book your seats for a musical evening with your very own Diwas Gurung, featuring Suncha, Avaya and Kismat from Albatross. Seats are limited. 27 October, RS MOTO, Gairidhara, Rs 500, 9865135937   Classical concert, A group of talented classical artists will perform as part of the Gharana Musical Festival 2017, which runs until 4 November in selected venues. 1 November, 5:30 onwards, Around the corner, Bansbari, Rs700, Rs350 (students), 9861631197

Saturday Night Live, Make your weekend exciting with selected food and beverage, and a live musical performance by The Octave band. 28 October, 7-10pm, Ai-La Lounge Restaurant, Kumaripati, Lalitpur, 9801018681

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