Events

In conversation

In conversation, leading political scholar Lok Raj Baral talks to journalist Sudheer Sharma. 21 February, 4pm, Nepal-Bharat Library, New Road

Day of the destroyer, flock to Pasupati with thousands of other devotees and sing praises to the Lord that taketh. 27 February

Gyalpo Losar, the Tibetan and Sherpa community celebrate the new year. 2 March

Trading paint, an exhibition of the work by artist Julian Parker-Burns. Runs till 21 February, 10am to 5pm, Image Ark Gallery, Kulimha Tol, Patan Darbar Area

Swasthani fast, a month of reading the pilgrims' tale of the Kathmandu Valley of yore; plenty of photo opportunities at Pasupati and Sali Nadi. Runs to 14 February

Go green, a week-long festival showcasing viable green technologies and practices, at the ongoing Climate+Change exhibition. Runs till 24 February, Nepal Art Council, Babarmahal

Valentine's Day, all the love birds and those still flying solo, perchance romance? 14 February

Democracy day, Nepal marks its original popular uprising. 19 February

Incoming, the festival of colours and watery missiles, Holi, is within range. 16 March

Art attack, a double header exhibition of the works of Anil Shahi and Sujan Dangol. 14 February to 8 March, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal

From the bottom of my heart, spoken word poetry from Word Warriors Nepal and a performance by Rohit John Chettri. 14 February, 6pm, Attic Bar, Uttar Dhoka

Watching girls, screening of Fredieric Louf's film J'aime regarder les filles. 14 February, 6pm, Alliance Francais, Teku

Noodling, stake your claim as Nepal's top graphic designer and win up to Rs 25,000 and a spot at an exhibition in prizes. Send entries to [email protected] by 20 February


Dining

Saigon Pho

Saigon Pho, spacious interior with authentic Vietnamese dishes. Lajimpat

Ghar-e-kabab, serving the best of north Indian cuisine, with live Sarod recitals on some days. Hotel Annapurna, Darbar Marg

Chilly Bar and Restaurant, quality food and wide selection of drinks with great views of Phewa Lake. Lakeside, Hallanchok, Pokhara, (061)463614/463163

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

Mulchowk, the blend of culinary expertise and charms of a bygone era. Babarmahal

Shambala Garden Café, dance with your beloved to the crooning of singer Ciney Gurung. Rs 1,800 for single, Rs 3,500 for couples, Hotel Shangri-la, (01)4412999 ext. 7520/7515

K-too, go in for the best steak in Thamel, a warm dining room, live sports on TV, and free Irish coffee with every main course and seasonal specials. Thamel, (01)4700043


Cinemas


Getaways

Pokhara Grande

Pokhara Grande, a swimming pool to escape from the tropic heat, a massage parlour and spa to loosen up and a gymnasium to release stress, great options all around. Lakeside, Pokhara

Glacier Hotel, good value and friendly service for travelers on the lap of Lake Phewa. Gaurighat, Lakeside, Pokhara, (061)-463722, www.glaciernepal.com

Atithi Resort, a perfect place to stay, nearby pool, massage, sauna, and delicious food of your choice. Shantipatan, Lakeside, Pokhara, (61)466760, (01)4002077

Relax!, yoga, detox and ayurveda treatment in a quiet corner of Kathmandu.

Himalayan Peace and Wellness Center, Park Village Resort, Budhanilkantha (01)4375280, 980106661, [email protected]

Shangri-La Village Resort, take advantage of their special two-night, three-day Valentine’s package.Rs 14,214, including accommodation, buffet, breakfast, dinner, and valentine cake, Pokhara, (061)462222, (01)441005, [email protected]


Music

Welcome to the jungle

Welcome to the jungle, celebrate Valentine's Day with live acoustic music, DJ sessions, fireshows and win awards for bustin a move. Rs 500 for single, Rs 800 for couples, 14 February, Moksh, Jhamsikhel

Ambassador's valentine, make merry this Valentine's Day with DJ BCash, Dharmendra Sewan, and Bittu. 14 February, 2 to 12 pm, , Embassy Restaurant, Lajimpat

Raag pahadi, the maestro flautist Hari Prasad Chaurasia comes to Kathmandu. Rs 1,000 upwards, 16 February, 4pm, Pragya Pratisthan, Kalimati

Valentine jingle, celebrate Valentine's Day with Sabin Rai and the Electrix. 1 March, 3.30pm, Ram Mandir, Battisputali

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