Events

Climate+Change

Climate+Change, an awe-inspiring educational science exhibition about climate change and Nepal's Himalaya. December to April, Nepal Art Council, Babarmahal

Tree of life, an exhibition of the paintings on the Mithila cosmos by SC Suman. Runs till 6 January, 5.30pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal

Maghe Sankranti, a month of reading Swasthani, a pilgrims' tales of the Kathmandu Valley of yore. 15 January to 14 February

Winter camp, give your children a chance to make good use of their holidays by learning music, arts, and drama. Runs till 10 January, 10.30am to 4.30pm, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel, (01)5013554, www.katjazz.com.np

Satsang, read, reflect, discuss, and assimilate the meaning of the Hindu scriptures with fellow enthusiast. 8am, Saturdays, Mind Body LIbrary, Babarmahal, (01)4102025

Salut, be one of over 550,000 students all over the world to learn French. Session starting on 27 January, Alliance Francais Centre, Teku


Killing the giants

The world's oldest cup competition is back as EPL heavyweights take on lower-league minnows in a tournament known for upsets.

January 4

Rovers vs Man City, 6.30pm; Everton vs QPR, 8.45pm; Arsenal vs Tottenham, 11pm

January 5

Derby vs Chelsea, 8pm; Liverpool vs Oldham, 8.45pm; Man Utd vs Swansea, 10.15pm

Airing on Star Sports


Tharu day out

15 January, Maghi Parba , the Tharu community of Nepal celebrates its annual festival. Early in the morning, Tharus bathe in the river and light oil-lamps. They then dress in their finest and have a sumptuous meal - pork, fish, snails, rice-bread and home brewed alcohol. Married daughters return for the day to their parents' house, where they are guests for the occasion. Throughout the day, each village organises a special seasonal dance called 'Maaghi naach'. It is also the start of the new fiscal year for Tharu villages - the landless are given farming land on rent and village headsmen are appointed for a one-year term.


Dining

Lal Durbar Restaurant

Lal Durbar Restaurant, authentic Nepali dinner with cultural shows. Hotel Yak & Yeti, Darbar Marg, (01)4248999, [email protected]

Yin Yang Restaurant, east meets west as you choose from a variety of Thai and continental dishes. Add a little spice to your life with the pad thai or green curry. If you can’t handle the heat, fall into the safety net of its western dishes. Thamel, 10am to 10pm, (01)4701510

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

Délices de France, taste a piece of France in the heart of Kathmandu. Thamel

Boudha Stupa Restaurant and Café, bide your time in the free wi-fi zone as you enjoy wood fired pizzas, home-made pastas and Tibetan gyakok, Boudha, 9841484408

The Heritage, escape the hodgepodge of the tourist hub as you relish delights like paella and panna cotta. Thamel

Alice restaurant, step in for scrumptious Thakali, Chinese, Continental, and Japanese cuisine. Gairidhara, (01)4429207

New Dish, grab filling meals like pork momos, spring rolls, and chop suey and enjoy excellent value for your money. Khichapokhari

Barista lavazza, the newest addition to the Valley’s European inspired coffee-culture cafes serves excellent mochas and lattes, don’t forget to try their grilled chicken sandwich. Jawalakhel

Chez Caroline, exquisite food, glorious sunshine and more. 9am to 10pm, Baber Mahal Revisited, (01)4263070/4187

Kasi, spread out over a large terrace overlooking Phora Darbar, Kasi offers a delectable plate of Newari delicacies. Darbar Marg


Cinemas


Getaways

Himalayan wellness centre

Himalayan wellness centre, a one-stop centre for a relaxed mind and a healthy body inside the Park Village Hotel. Budhanilkantha, open all week, 9801066661, www.himalayanwellness.com.np

Glacier Hotel, good value and friendly service for travelers on the lap of Lake Phewa. Gaurighat, Lakeside, Pokhara, (61)-463722, www.glaciernepal.com

Waterfront Resort, the lakeside hotel invites you for special barbeque dinners on Friday and lunches on Saturday. Sedi Height, Lakeside road, Pokhara, (061)466303/304, www.waterfronthotelnepal.com

Atithi Resort, a perfect place to stay, nearby pool, massage, sauna, and delicious food of your choice. Shantipatan, Lakeside, Pokhara. (061)466760 /400207, [email protected]


Music

Andromakers

Andromakers, let the all girl duo charm you with their jingles, especially for fans of Björk, Coco Rosie, Portishead or Massive Attack Rs 200, 13 January, 6pm, Café des Arts

Starry nights, munch on the tenderloin with Ciney Gurung performing live. Rs 1,499, 3 January, 7pm onwards, Shambala Garden Café, Hotel Shangri-La, (01)4412999, Ext. 7520/7515

Shastriya Sangeet, dabble in the magic of Hindustani classical music every new moon night. 30 January, 3.30pm, Ram Mandir, Battisputali

Happiness happens, the best of continental, Chinese, Nepali, Newari and Indian food in a new modified version with live performance by Lucky Sitaula and band. 6 to 10pm, 3 to 4 January, Fusion Restro and Bar, Jhamsikhel, (01)5009076

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