Buddha Jayanti
Buddha Jayanti, celebrate the birth of the great philosopher in the country of his birth. 14 May
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
Ubhauli, celebrate the arrival of summer with the Kirat people of Nepal. 14 May
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
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. Runs to 15 May, Docskool, Gaurighat, register at (01)4251335
Women water seeds, an exhibition of oil paintings by Australian artist Fern York. 2 to 8 May, 10am to 4pm, Kathmandu Contemporary Arts Centre, Patan Museum, kathmanduarts.org, (01)5544880
Scooter Diva Cup, safely race fellow female scooter riders and win the Scooter Diva Cup 2014. 3 May, 10am , Monster Bash, Kupandol
Life is flow, an exhibition by photographer Susanna Ferran and poet Frederic Hoffman accompanied by sound healer Chaitanyashree. Runs to 22 May, Image Ark Gallery, Kulimha, Patan Darbar Square
By winds and tides, an art exhibition. Runs to 12 May, Alliance Francaise, Teku
Rashomon, watch the Nepali stage adaptation of one of cinema's greatest whodunits. Rs 200, runs to 10 May, 5.15pm, Mandala Thaetre 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.
3 May, 4 to 6pm, 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
Motherland across the sky, a solo exhibition of the works of poet and artist Sandhya Regmi. Nepal Art Council, Babarmahal
Capital Grill
Capital Grill, this American style diner offers a large assortment of appetisers and entrees to suit everyone’s tastes. Bhatbhateni
Chez Caroline, exquisite food, glorious sunshine and more. 9am to 10pm, Baber Mahal Revisited, (01)4263070/4187
Salt & Pepper, espresso, mocha, latte, frappuccino, cocktails, liquor, beers and flavoured shishas, with an outdoor lake-view terrace. Lakeside, Pokhara, (061)463484, 9846210568, www.saltandpeppernepal.com
Public Cave, while its pizzas, sizzlers, and spring rolls are a hit among customers, the main attraction is karaoke.
Dihikopatan, Pokhara, 9856032958
Fuji Bakery, tucked in Chakupat this bakery offers homemade goodies like apple pie, pain du chocolat, and banana cake.
Chakupat, Lalitpur
Byanjan Grill, its open patio is a great place to sit, enjoy a book, take in the view, and gorge on delicious cuisine as hunger kicks in. Barahi Chok, Lakeside-6, Pokhara, (061)466271
Saigon Pho, spacious interior with authentic Vietnamese dishes. Lajimpat
Chopstix, savoury Asian food cooked in true Chinese fashion sure to charm and impress. Try the famous drums of heaven. Kumaripati, (01)5551118
Little Italy, go vegetarian at this new Italian food chain and don’t forget to end your meal with the chef’s special,chocolate bomb. Darbar Marg
Lal Durbar Restaurant, authentic Nepali dinner with cultural shows. Hotel Yak & Yeti, Darbar Marg, (01)4248999, reservation@laldurbar.com