Nepali Times

The transporters

The transporters, an exhibition of New York based artist Sahara Shrestha. Runs till 8 April, The City Museum, Darbar Marg

Film Lab, learn film history, storytelling, scriptwriting, cinematography, editing, project handling and network with professionals. 12 April to 15 May, Docskool, Gaurighat, register at (01)4251335

Czech castles, the National Museum of Czech Republic comes to Kathmandu with an exhibition on the country’s castles. 9 to 25 April, 10am to 5pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal

Street art at tings catch the amazing work of Imagine Nation artist Sneha Shrestha on display. Runs till 4 April, 6 to 8pm, Tings Tea Lounge, Lajimpat

T20 World Cup, all the big boys play the shortest format of cricket. Runs till 6 April, airs on Star Sports 4 Ram Nawami, celebrate the life and deeds of the Lord of Satyayug. 8 April

Random impact, an exhibition of contemporary arts and performances. 5 to 18 April, Alliance Francaise, Teku

Strings for smiles, a concert to raise funds to build a community-run library in Dailekh. Rs 150, 5 April, 1 to 4pm, St Xavier's College, Maitighar

Bandipur festival, spend this new year at Bandipur, a quaint old Nepali trading town and now a popular tourist destination. 12 to 16 April, 9am to 7pm, Bandipur, Tanahun, 9851046368

All that glitters, an exhibition of the art of British artist Annette Ashworth. 9 to 22 April, Classic Gallery, Pulchok, 9841224753

Kurakani, writers Sarubhakta Shrestha and Amar Neupane in conversation. 4 April, 4pm onwards, Nepal Bharat Library, New Road Gate, free entrance

Climate+change, the four and half month long exhibition on the changing environment in the Himalaya comes to an end next week, be sure to catch it if you haven't been there yet. Runs until 13 April, Nepal Art Council, Babarmahal

Health camp, free screening for vector-borne diseases on the occassion of World Health Day. 7 April, 8am to 2pm, Chirayu National Hospital, Basundhara, 9801138222

Chopstix

Chopstix, savoury Asian food cooked in true Chinese fashion sure to charm and impress. Kumaripati, (01)5551118

Le Sherpa, past the dustbowl chaos on the road outside is culinary paradise. Panipokhari, Lajimpat

Busy Bee, head over for live rock and pop performances in English, Nepali and Hindi, indulge in their beer and pizzas to waste the night away in good fashion. Lakeside, (061)462640

Boudha Stupa, don’t miss out on the Gyakok, authentic hot pot with dumplings, meat, and vegetables. You can also choose from the many wood-fired pizzas or have a candle-lit dinner every full moon night. Boudha, (01)4485585

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

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

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

Lanhua, for the best of Chinese cuisine at great prices. Lakeside,

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

Capital Grill, the American style diner offers a large assortment of appetisers and entrees to suit everyone’s tastes. Bhatbhateni

Dhokaima Cafe, exquisite ambience, friendly service, cosy bar, place to see and be seen at. Patan Dhoka

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

1974 AD live

1974 AD live, Nepal’s premier rock band in concert. Rs 300, 4 April, 7pm, Moksh, Jhamsikhel

Musical nights, five days of jazz and eclectic music. 2 to 6 April, Casa de Cass, Pulchok, (01)5010100

Shastriya sangeet, dabble in the magic of Hindustani classical music. 15 April, 3pm onwards, Ram Mandir, Battisputali

Starry Night BBQ, catch Ciney Gurung live as you chomp on your meat stick. Rs 1,299, 7pm onwards, Fridays, Shambala Garden Café. Hotel Shangri-La, (01)4412999 (Ext. 7520/7515)

Kripa Unplugged, young aspiring musicians give their own renditions of classics. 8.30 and 10.30pm, TTV, youtube.com/user/KripaUnplugged

Music Jams, enjoy great live music every Tuesday. Moksh, Jhamsikhel

Raniban Retreat, situated at the other end of the Phewa lake and nested inside Raniban forest and the World Peace Stupa, this retreat has one of the best views of the Annapurna range.

Phewa lake, and Pokhara. World Peace Pagoda, Pokhara, (61)692136, 9841382053

Barahi Jungle Lodge, the first eco-jungle lodge of Chitwan directly overlooks the Chitwan National Park. Spa, boutique guest room, individual and two-in-one private villas, including a suite with a private swimming pool.

Andrauli, West Chitwan, barahijunglelodge.com

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. Lakeside, Pokhara

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]