Kathmandu is a great place to be this season. With the beginning of Spring arrives a flurry of activities to get our sap rising. Among the many things to look forward to this month is yet another Yak & Yeti extravaganza. A night at Lal Durbar promises to be a sensation-imagine live performances from international musicians against the sumptuous baroque backdrop of a palace built over a century ago. Add to that a tempting dinner, good tipple, spectacular lighting and you're beginning to get the idea.

Lined up for the show are The Agents from Australia, Trio Givone from France, Anna Phoebe from the UK and India's all-girl band Caliche. The Agents are from the Land Down Under whose repertoire includes rock, blues and R&B. Ian Farrington, the band leader, has worked with stars like U2, Phil Collins, Rolling Stones and Dire Straits. The rest of the band-Phil Spence, Tim Odea and Rhonda Kay-have played in major music festivals around the world. Trio Givone is one of France's best gypsy and swing jazz bands. They are renowned for their guitar solos and amazing show of fluid music on rhythmic guitar, contrabass and percussion. Anna Phoebe is something of a phenomenon. She started playing the violin when she was seven and by 16 she was already touring Europe with the Scottish National Youth Orchestra as their youngest member. Anna combines many genres including jazz, rock and soul. Last but not the least is Caliche, a trio from India who have been the opening act for Lou Bega, Diana King and UB40. They will be taking time off from working on their new album to perform at the Yak &Yeti.

With the music taken care off, gourmet delights are guaranteed by Executive Chef Victor Holla who promises to dish up a multi-cuisine interactive spread at a sit down buffet. There are murmurs of duck teriyaki and chocolate bourbon crepes: delicious decadence from a chef who's motto ("It's difficult to be simple.") makes him a stickler for authenticity. Never one to stint on anything, the Yak & Yeti always lives up to its reputation. With A Night at Lal Durbar, they could top even that.

Tickets for A Night at Lal Durbar will be available from 24 February at Hotel Yak & Yeti. 248999 ext. 2865.