Events

Majipa lakhe

Majipa lakhe, Ghimire Yubraj directs renowned scholar Satya Mohan Joshi's play. Runs till 6 June, except Tuesdays, 5.30pm onwards, Shilpee Theatre, Battisputali, (01)4469621

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

City Museum Kathmandu, head down to Darbar Marg’s newest gallery on the block for personalised guided tours.

Tours run daily, accommodates up to 15 people, info@thecitymuseum.org

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

metadata, an exhibition of paintings by Subash Thebe, artist in residence at the Kathmandu Contemporary Arts Centre. Runs till 19 June, 11am to 5.30pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal

Tuning Earth and Sky, a rare collection of the works of artist Jimmy Thapa. Runs till 21 June, Galleria Ishine, Kupandol Height, Sanepa

Selling books, buy and sell used books. 14 June, 10am to 4pm, Alliance Francais, Teku

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

Rinpoche, chance to learn about Buddhism and meditation from the Dolpo Tulku Rinpoche, twice. Rs 1,000, 8 June and 21 June, 2.30 to 5.30 pm, Pranamaya Studio, Boudha and Thamel

Birdwatching, catch rare species and migratory birds before theh leave the Himalaya. 7 June, 6.30am, Hotel Gokarna, (9851010391)

Art and environment, highlighting the impact of the scriptures and myths on the conservation of nature through traditional Mithila and Nepal Mandala artwork. 6 to 15 June, Nepal Art Council, Babarmahal


Dining

Vol Au Vents

Vol Au Vents, go crazy with your choice combination of fillings for scones, crepes and vol au vents with the Lounge’s new interactive menu. Rs 400 (exclusive of tax) onwards, The Lounge, Hyatt Regency, Tusal

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

Natsul, a Korean restaurant for all things barbeque, from succulent pork to crunchy vegetables; you can have delicacies cooked right at your own table or partake of the dedicated barbeque pit. Lakeside, (061)229198

Hyderabad House, dine like the famous Nizams of old Hyderabad. Bhatbhateni

Vootoo, the new home of Newari cuisine, as well as a continental menu for those who want to play it safe. Lajimpat, (01)4005222

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


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. Lakeside, Pokhara

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 Monsoon madness get away from the capital this monsoon and beat the heat in Pokhara.

Rs 5,555 for 2 Nights/3 Days, Shangri-La Village Resort, Pokhara, salessvr@hotelshangrila.com, hotelshangrila.com. (01) 4410051, (061)462222.

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

Hotel Barahi, enjoy a great view of Phewa Lake, cultural shows, or indulge in the scrumptious pastries from the German Bakery on the hotel premises. Lakeside, Pokhara, 061-460617/463526


Music

Take a bow

Take a bow, catch the jazz violinist Guillaume Blanc live. Free entrance, 6 June, Jazz Upstairs, Lajimpat

Starry Night BBQ, catch Ciney Gurung live as you chomp on your meat stick. Rs 1499, 7pm onwards, Fridays, Shambala Garden Café. Hotel Shangri-La, (01)4412999

Shastriya sangeet, the best of Hindustani classical every new moon night. 27 July, 4pm onwards, Battisputali

Music at Manny's, live Hindi and Nepali pop music with Shabnam Gurung and Dinesh Quartet. Manny's Eatery and Tapas Bar, Jawalakhel

Whole lotta love, the band Custard Pie pay tribute to rock legends Led Zeppelin. Rs 300/500, 7 June, 3pm onwards, Purple Haze, Thamel

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