Events

Kabab and Biryani Festival, showcasing a wide variety of kababs and biryanis from across South Asia. 9 August to 26 August, The Yellow Chilli, Bluebird Complex, Tripureshwor, 4101088

Rainbow City, a mural art project with discussions, lectures and workshops with artist James Burn. Rs 300, runs until 14 August, 9am to 4pm, Kathmandu University School of Arts, Mandikatar

Climbmandu, outdoor festival to promote climbing culture among the youth in Kathmandu. 18 August, Astrek Climbing Wall, Thamel, info@climbmandu.com, 4785454

Farmers' Market, sale of fresh bread, cheese, vegetables, fruits. 12 August, 9am to 12pm, New Orleans Café, Patan, 5522708

Master Training Workshop, training for teachers who want to make their classrooms lively. Rs 600 per session, runs till 31 August, only Fridays, 8am to 1pm, The British Council, Lainchaur, 4410978

Graphic Guff, meet Kathmandu-based graphic designers, discuss the art and craft behind designing, and showcase your own samples. 11 August, Cuppas Café, Putalisadak, www.sattya.org.np

Corporate Futsal 2012, 5-a-side league and knockout tournament for people in the corporate circles. Entry fee Rs 25,000, 19 August, 5.45pm, Thamel, 9841386652

The Rise of the Collateral, art exhibition by Manish Harijan. 22 August to 20 September, 11am to 5pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal, 4218048

Production Oriented Theatre Training, two-month long workshop for acting enthusiasts on every aspect of theatre. Rs 3000, 7am to 9am, register by 24 August, Sarwanam Theatre, Kalikasthan, 4438947, 9841978353

Music

Number of the Beast, a concert in tribute to heavy metal band Iron Maiden. Rs 125, 11 August, Mahalaxmi Chowk, Patan, 9802060710

Paleti Utsav, a four-day celebration of Nepali Adhunik music. 9 August to 12 August, DAV School, for tickets contact 9851103922, 9818192569

Nepfest 3, band competition with cash prizes and a chance to open for Polish band Decapitated. Rs 5000 for registration, 25 August, 12.45pm

Dining

Himalayan Java, this Thamel establishment, more known for its coffee, serves excellent sandwiches too. Tridevi Marg, 4422519

Le Bistro Restaurant & Bar, the outdoor dining area evokes a great atmosphere for a night of drinks with friends and family. Thamel, 4701170

Hadock, big compound with ample parking space, their western and Thakali dishes are done to perfection. Jhamel, 5546431

Yin Yang Restaurant, east meets west as you choose from a variety of Thai and continental dishes. Add a little spice in your life with their pad thai or green curry. Thamel, 4701510

Getaways

Pumpernickel Bakery, get an early breakfast or brunch with interesting choices of bread, experiment with their goat cheese or yak cheese sandwiches, or have a sip of coffee in the classy indoor dining area. Thamel, 7.30am-7pm, 4259185

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

Boudha Stupa Restaurant & Cafe, enjoy wood fired pizza with the superb view of Boudha stupa on the backdrop and free wifi, candlelight dinner options are also available for the romantics every full moon night. Boudha, 2130681
Lhakpa Chulo, try their tender steaks and Thai-style salads. Jhamsikhel

Casa de Cass, offers continental delicacies, baked goodies, brewed coffee and everything in between. Jawalakhel

lazy gringo, fail-safe Mexican restaurant. The lemonade with refills is what won us over, but the food is mighty fine. Jawalakhel

New Dish, you will be in for a treat here as it serves one of the best pork momo in town. Khichapokhari

Cibo, a sandwich bar at heart, this cafe serves one of the best sandwiches in town. Lazimpat

Cafe U, a homely ambiance with a fusion of Japanese and Filipino delights. Closed on Tuesdays, Sanepa
Pataleban Vineyard Resort, Japan-influenced eco-resort with great views, jungle walks, and picnics. Chisapani, Kathmandu, 9841679364

Charikot Panorama Resort, enjoy mountain views, and local culture in this historic town of Charikot. Special packages on offer. Charikot, Dolakha, 5529463, thapamaag@gmail.com

Haatiban Resort, tucked away near a jungle at the side of a hill with a 270 degree view of the Valley. Pharping, Kathmandu, 4371537, 4371561

Balthali Village Resort, a small, cozy retreat with bird's eye view of green terrace fields dotted with ochre painted houses. Balthali, Kabhre, 9851075818

Images of yesteryear

Photo Circle and Nepal Picture Library bring you Postcards and Beyond, an exhibition of photos by Mukunda Bahadur Shrestha who spent the 70s and 80s travelling across the country taking photos of people, mountains, cultures and lifestyles for the Nepal Tourism Board. In addition, local and international photographers will give talks on anthropological, political, ethnographic pursuits through photography. Pictures may also be purchased online.

11 August to 20 August, 12pm to 7pm,
Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal,
www.photocircle.com, 5013501, 9841750949.