EVENTS
Screening of The Desert Eats Us, directed by prize winning documentary maker Kesang Tseten. Friday 1 October, 4.45pm. Nepal Tourism Board, Bhrikuti Mandap
Rivers of Pilgrimage, The Indian Cultural Centre and Siddhartha Art Gallery present photographs from India and Nepal. 17 to 30 September, Nepal Art Council, Babar Mahal
Colours of Silence: Glimpses of Mustang, exhibition of Photos by Italian Restorer Luigi Fieni. 26 September to 24 October, 5.30pm, Sidhartha Art Gallery 4218048
Gurukul, the theater group presents Seto Kapal, a play directed by Bijaya Bisfot. Till 25 September, 5.30pm, Gurukul, Purano Baneswor, 4466956
Alchemy, an exhibition of paintings and bamboo silk rugs by artist Peter Delahaye. Saturday 25 September, 6.30pm, Pipalbot, Baber Mahal Revisited, 4267657, [email protected] 
Thailand Today, an exhibition on Thai culture, education and tourism. Saturday 25 September, 10am, Regal Ballroom, Yak & Yeti Hotel, 4371410
A People War Exhibition, Nepal's conflict history in pictures. Except Tuesdays, 11am-4pm, Patan Dhoka. For school visits, call 5549948, www.apeoplewar.com
Vulture Conservation Festival 2010, vulture nest watching, jungle hiking, camping and other activities, organized by Roots and Shoots Nepal. From 24 to 26 September, Basabasahi, Nawalparasi, call 4107599 for registration
Tavern Tales Special, The Nepal Bharat Library presents Namita Gokhale in Tour on Kathmandu, the author and founder of Jaipur Literary Festival will be hosting lectures, readings and talks. 28-30 September, Nepal Bharat Library (28 and 30 September) and DAV school (29 and 30 September), www.qcbookshop.com
Bandipur Festival 2010, holiday packages to Bandipur, food stalls and dance and cultural shows. 23 to 25 September, Tundikhel, Kathmandu, 10am to 7pm
13th ASA Annual Architectural Exhibition, exhibition by students of Architecture at Pulchok Campus, students works, designs and many more, also art competition on 25 September, 10am. 1 to 3 October, Institute of Engineering, Pulchok
Cycle 4: Selfie, photo exhibition by 17 young amateur photographers. Till 23 October, Galleria CUC, Momo Magic, Pulchowk
MUSIC
Bourbon Room, live performances by Cine Gurung. Every Wednesday, Bourbon Room, Durbar Marg, 4441703
Sunday Jazz Brunch, enjoy a relaxing Sunday in The Terrace at Hyatt Regency with barbeque and live jazz music by Inner Groove. Every Sunday from 12pm to 3.30pm, Hyatt Regency, Boudha, 4491234/4489362
Nepathya Live in Concert , Nepathya hits the stage after four years. 28 September, 6pm, Nepal Academy Hall, Kamaladi, Tickets: Rs 1000/Rs 500, call 9751083433 
DINING
Saturday BBQ Brunch, enjoy mouth watering Mongolian BBQ at Gokarna Forest Resort. Every Saturday, Gokarna Forest Resort, Gokarna, 4451212, [email protected] ,Rs. 1500 + Taxes
Arabian Nights in The Cafe, taste the culinary delights from the Middle-East. Every Friday from 6:30 pm onwards, Hyatt Regency, Boudha, 4491234/4489362
Vesper Café, has quaint outdoor patio good for leisurely weekend brunch. Serves good salads, and steak-wraps but at a hefty price. Jhamel, open daily 11:00AM �" 10PM
Attic, newly transformed lounge/bar ideal for Friday night drinking before hitting the dance spots. Popular among local celebrities. Uttar Dhoka, Lazimpat, 984161476
Everest Steak House, an old-school joint for everything steak. A sanctuary for meat. Thamel, 4260471
Jazoo, a quiet place ideal for beer and relaxing conversation. Bring a friend and enjoy their special barbeque set for a mix of everything, Jawalakhel (near the zoo), 5538321
Hadock, big compound with ample parking space, their Western and Thakali dishes are done to perfection. Jhamel, 5546431
Lhasa Bar, enjoy a beer or a splash of cocktail at this springboard for excellent young musicians starting out on the Thamel circuit. Thamel, 985101043
Dhokaima Cafe has a new menu, try the Blackened Norwegian Salmon and Grilled Shrimp Ajillo. Patan Dhoka, 5522113
Saturday @ Hyatt, take a refreshing dip in the pool and sample the delicious barbeque in open air. Every Saturday from 12.30pm to 4pm at the poolside, Hyatt Regency, Boudha, 4491234 
Summit Hotel, posh Western-style dining area with candlelight and a romantic night view of the city. Get really busy with the succulent ribs basket, and add the finishing touch with a hot Dutch apple pie. Jhamsikhel, 5521810
