Events

Retrospective

Retrospective, a look back at the oeuvre of senior artist and cubism enthusiast Surendra Pradhan. Runs till 18 July, Park Gallery, Pulchok, parkgallery.com.np

May day, workers of the world unite. 1 May Ubhauli, celebrate the arrival of summer with the Kirat people of Nepal. 14 May

Voices, a talk by Rajeev K Saxena, acting president of South Asian University, New Delhi. 25 April, 4pm, Nepal Bharat Library, New Road

Scooter Diva Cup, safely race fellow female scooter riders and win the Scooter Diva Cup 2014. 3 May, 10am , Monster Bash, Kupandol

Buddha Jayanti, celebrate the birth of the great philosopher in the country of his birth. 14 May

Open house, featuring the work of artists Arpita Shakya, Ashuram Khaiju, and Palpasa Manandhar. Runs till 7 July, 11am to 6pm, Gallery MCube Chakupat

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

Mother's day, pay homage to those who bore you and continue to bear you. 29 April

Click, a 12-day crash course in photography for beginners. Rs 4,000, 25 April to 6 May, 7am to 9pm, Artudio, Lajimpat, Register at 9851182100/80088, artudio.wordpress.com

Cha cha cha, learn one month's worth of salsa in four days. Rs 1,000 for singles, Rs 1,500 for couples, 28 April onwards, Monday to Thursday, 7.30 to 8.30am/5 to 6pm/6 to 7pm, Salsa Dance Academy, Bhatbhateni

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

By winds and tides, an art exhibition. 25 April to 12 May, Alliance Francaise, Teku

Rashomon, watch the Nepali adaptation of one of cinema's greatest whodunits. Rs 200, runs to 10 May, 5.15pm, except Mondays

People of Karnali, the Gallery Mitini opens to the public with an exhibition of photographs of the Karnali region by Jiban Bhai Images. 4 May onwards, SEA Centre, Lajimpat

In search of education, screening of a documentary on the difficulties of getting a good education in Karnali. 4 to 6pm, SEA Centre, Lajimpat

Three pieces for Patan an exhibition by Dutch artist Bart Drost. 27 to 30 April, Patan Museum

Rampwalk, graduates from Design Academy Mitini will showcase their work at a fashion show. 3 May, 12.30 to 13.30pm, SEA Centre, Lajimpat

Open bazaar, new and old entrepreneurs share their experiences. 3 May, 11am to 3pm, SEA Centre, Lajimpat

Support the cause, gather with like-minded fans to declare your love and support for the Nepali cricket team. 1 May, 10am, Basantapur

Life is flow, an exhibition by photographer Susanna Ferran and poet Frederic Hoffman accompanied by sound healer Chaitanyashree. 25 April to 22 May, Image Ark Gallery, Kulimha, Patan Darbar Square


Dining

Alfresco

Alfresco, for homemade pastas and other lip-smacking delights. Soaltee Crowne Plaza, (01)4273999

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

Golden Dragon, breathing fire, roasting duck. Jhamsikhel

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, Pokhara (061)462640

Maya Devi Village Restaurant, enjoy a BLT sandwich breakfast with fresh fruit, muesli and curd in the lap of a Phewa Tal sunrise, and visit the magnificent vultures in their enclosures. Pokhara, 9806647917, mayadevivillage.com

Lhakpa’s Chulo, Nepali dal-bhat, Newari khaja, Swiss Rösti, Italian Risotto, and Thai green curry - take your pick. Jhamsikhel

Embassy, positioned on Lajimpat’s embassy-laden lane, this restaurant has a menu with Nepali, Indian, Thai and Japanese dishes on offer. Lajimpat

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

Pagoda Chinese Restaurant, head to this jade palace if you are in the mood for Chinese with clean, green and peaceful environment. Park Village Resort, Budhanilknatha, (01)4375280, pvh@wlink.com.np

Lal Durbar Restaurant, authentic Nepali dinner with cultural shows. Hotel Yak & Yeti, Darbar Marg, (01)4248999, reservation@laldurbar.com

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


Cinemas


Getaways

Shangri-La Village Resort

Shangri-La Village Resort, set amidst peaceful surroundings with a breathtaking mountain views, landscaped gardens, water bodies and a relaxing ambience. Gharipatan, Pokhara, (061)462222, (01)4410051, shangrilavillage@gmail.com

Last Resort, canyoning, hiking, rock climbing, rafting, mountain biking, bungee jumping – test your limits at the Last Resort. Bhotekosi, Sindhupalchok, (01)4700525/1247

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

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

Waterfront Resort, head to this eco-friendly resort to make your stay right in front of Phewa Lake. Sedi Height, Pokhara, (61)466 303/304, 9801166311, sales@waterfronthotelnepal.com


Music

Kripa Unplugged

Kripa Unplugged, young aspiring musicians give their own renditions of classics. youtube.com/user/KripaUnplugged

Night live, catch Nepal's first neo-folk band live and get a sneak preview of their new album. Rs 200, 26 April, seating begins at 3.30pm, Theater Village, Uttar Dhoka

Starry Night BBQ, catch Ciney Gurung live as you chomp on your meat stick. Rs 1,499, 7pm onwards, Fridays, Shambala Garden Café. Hotel Shangri-La, (01)4412999 (Ext. 7520/7515)

Shastriya sangeet, the best of Hindustani classical music every new moon night. 29 April, 4pm onwards, Ram Mandir, Battisputali

Reggae night, get a load of jah music from Chari Amilo Kala Samuha every weekend. Rs 200, 25 April, 6pm , Base Camp, Jhamsikhel

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