Events

Photochop



Photochop, get out of the comfortable confines of digital image manipulation and learn the art of photo-collage as done in the good old days. Rs 1,000, 17 to 21 April, Sattya Arts, Jawalakhel, shreyans@sattya.org

Bikers day out, get on your bikes and ride! 200 Enfielders will be vroom-vrooming from Kathmandu to Pokhara. 13 to 15 April, www.enfieldpokerrun.com

Inked for life, compete with tattoo artists from home and abroad at the 3rd International Tattoo Convention. 26 to 28 April, Yak and Yeti Hotel, 9841471448/9841849786

Girls on wheels, ride your scooters around town in a treasure hunt, solve puzzles, and complete tasks to win a grand prize of Rs 50,000. Rs 1,500, 20 April, Kathmandu College of Management, 980103373/9841570061/9851061065

Cross-cultural documentary workshop, learn from award-winning Natasa Muntean how to develop informed, intelligent, and creative films that contribute directly to critical cultural practice. Rs 2,000, 10 to 14 April, 10am to 5pm, Sattya Arts, Jawalakhel

Think, eat, save, 200 million people could be fed with the amount of food wasted in Europe. Vote for bloggers who are actively urging the public to shift from conspicuous eating to conscious eating. www.unep.org/wed/blog-competition/bloggers/, #WED2013

Basantapur festival, celebrate the coming of Nepali New Year 2070. 12 to 13 April, Kathmandu Darbar Square

Expressions of devotion, an exhibition of etching, unique print, and video installations by Uma Shanker Shah and Seema Sharma Shah. Runs till 17 April, 10am to 5pm, Siddartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal

Oh to be a gooner, watch Arsenal take on Norwich as they chase the Champions League spots. 13 April, 7.30pm, Reggae Cafe n Bar, Thamel

Mr Catra the Faithful, a documentary on the Brazilian singer who sings about poverty in the favelas of Rio Di Janeiro and is mistreated by the police in return. 14 April, 6.30pm, Sattya Media, Jawalakhel

Free hit, watch the Indian Premier League everyday. 3pm, Bagaicha Restaurant, Jawalakhel, (01)5548148

Pranamaya yoga, learn the healing techniques of emotional freedom technique with Maggie Hankamp. Rs 3000, 13 April, 11am to 4pm, Pranamaya Studio, Patan

NYE Resolution, bid farewell to 2069 wiih salsa, trance, and a countdown to 2070. 14 April, Red Carpet Restro and Lounge, Sherpa Mall

Beyond 2070, celebrate the new year undisturbed by the chaos of Kathmandu. Rs 4,000, 13 to 14 April, Royal Beach Camp, Kurintar, 9851006419/9841188257

The Boys Next Door, book your new year's eve for a night in the company of this popular band. Rs 700, 31 March, 7pm, Asian Village Restaurant and Bar, Lajimpat


Hit the highs

Time-travel to yesteryears as bands pay tribute to the legends of music at the first music and film festival in Kathmandu.

April 12

Kurt Cobain, 6 to 10pm, Reggae Bar, Thamel

Charlie Parker, 7 to 10pm, White Horse, Baluwatar

Jim Morrison and the Doors, 7 to 10pm, Fluid Bar

April 14

Mr Catra: The faithful, 7 to 9.30pm, Sattya Media, Jawalakhel


Graphic voices

Adapting testimonies of trafficking survivors into comics, Dan Archer chronicles the abuses they suffered and gives a voice to the most unheard members of Nepali society. The unique combination of graphics and illustrated reportage lets interviewees see their likeness being created in real-time, gives them a window into the creative process, and preserves the impact of their stories without revealing their identity.

Dan hopes the cartoons will appeal to a younger, hard to reach audience, engage them, and teach them about the dangers of human trafficking, The exhibition will form part of a pioneering survey in conjunction with Stanford and Vanderbilt universities to measure the impact of awareness-raising materials across a range of media in remote areas of Nepal.

www.graphicvoices.com

www.archcomix.com

www.image-ark.com

Graphic voices from Nepal: An investigation of human trafficking

16 April to 14 May, 10am to 5pm except on Saturdays

Image Ark Gallery

Kulimha tole, Patan

(01)5006665

9851016572


Dining

Saturday brunch



Saturday brunch, if you’re heading to Shivapuri for bird-watching, a sumptuous meal awaits you on the way back. Rs 1,400, 11am to 3pm, Poolside Garden, Park Village Resort, Budhanilkantha, (01)4375280

Sal's Pizza, almost round, almost cheap, always delicious, the cheesiest pizzas in town. Lajimpat, behind Jazz Upstairs

Cafe Du Temple, famous for its delicious food, warm ambience, and a beautiful roof top view. Patan Darbar Square, (01)5527127

Boomerang Restaurant and German Bakery, offers a large selection of cuisine for those who want to enjoy a full meal and desserts. Lakeside, Pokhara, (061)461412/462978

Dechenling, the place to head for Bhutanese and Tibetan cuisine, its pleasant and spacious garden is ideal for big gatherings. Thamel

Hadock, big compound with ample parking space, its western and Thakali dishes are done to perfection. Jhamsikhel, (01)5546431 Chongqing Fast Food, gear up for some mouth watering Chinese dishes like Sour and Spicy Pork and Kung Pao Chicken. Thamel

Byanjan, enjoy great food at an affordable price. Shrimp cocktails, grilled fish, and desserts are favourites among guests. Lakeside, Pokhara

Dragon Chinese Restaurant, try the Kung Pao Pork if alone and the Mai Cao if with company. Lakeside, Pokhara

Chopstix, savoury Asian food cooked in true Chinese fashion sure to charm and impress. Try the famous drums of heaven. Kumaripati, (01)5551118

Dragon Cafe, enjoy momos, sizzlers, and vegetable coins at the most reasonable prices. Kumaripati

Fuji Bakery, tucked in Chakupat this bakery offers homemade goodies like apple pie, pain du chocolat, and banana cake. Chakupat, Lalitpur


Cinemas


Getaways

Maruni Sanctuary Lodge

Maruni Sanctuary Lodge, nestled in a Tharu village on the border of the Chitwan National Park. Rs 9,999 for twin-sharing, 2 days 3 nights, Chitwan, (01)44700632, 9841792225

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

Mum's Garden Resort, head out to Pokhara for a peaceful and comfortable stay in beautifully designed cottages surrounded by a lush green garden with great views of Phewa Lake and the Annapurna range.

Shivapuri Cottage, good food and fresh air, far from the madding crowd. Rs 3,500 per person per night inclusive of dinner and breakfast, Shivapuri, 9841371927, 9802012245, info@shivapuricottage.com


Music

Suramya Sandhya

Suramya Sandhya, acclaimed Hindustani classical singer Guru Dev Kamat will give a rare Kathmandu performance. 20 April, 3.30pm, Academy Hall, Kamaladi

Earthwatch, live music over dinner every Friday. Rs 1,299, Park Village Resort, Budhanilkantha, (01)4375280

Guerilla gig, top bands Jindabaad and Albatross will perform with lots of others at the historic Patan Museum. Rs 350, Patan Museum, 9841315997, 9851161414

Jumpin’ barz, bid farewell to 2069 with much fervour. Rs 150, 12 April, Attic Bar, Lajimpat

Live at Cafe 32, live music and delicious food every Friday. 6pm onwards, Cafe 32, Battisputali, (01)4244231

Loadshedding, catch this exciting new band live on new year's eve. 13 April, Bagaicha Restaurant, Jawalakhel

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