Events
Real School of Nepal, regional finals of the Central Region of an inter-region school-level competition in extracurricular activities followed by grand final in Kathmandu. 5, 9, 12 and 25 September, Kathmandu
Call for Ideas, Youth Action Fund is seeking individuals aged 19 to 27 to pitch ideas that will make positive impact over a range of social issues. Apply by 15 September, 9801038093, ram.yaf11@gmail.com
Sizzler Promotion, the launch of a new wing Terrace Garden at the Radisson Hotel. Rs 499, 1 to 30 September, 1 to 9pm, Radisson Hotel, Kathmandu, 4411818
Bird Conservation Photography, exhibition and competition of bird photography. 31 August to 1 September, 11am to 5pm, Nepal Academy of Fine Arts, 4417805, 4420213, bcn@birdlifenepal.org
Photo Circle LII, Delhi-based Indian photographer Sohrab Hura will be presenting his work as well as a selection of works by young Indian photographers and also discuss new directions in the Indian photography scene. 1 September, 9.45am to 12.45pm, The Bakery Café, Sundhara
Farmers' Market, sale of fresh bread, cheese, vegetables, and fruits. 31 August, 9am to 12pm, New Orleans Café, Patan, 5522708
The Rise of the Collateral, art exhibition by Manish Harijan. Runs till 20 September, 11am to 5pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal, 4218048
Master Training Workshop, training for teachers who want to make their class rooms lively. Rs 600 per session, runs till 31 August, only Fridays, 8am to 1pm, The British Council, Lainchaur, 4410978
Photo Exhibition and Auction at Cuppas, aiming to create a platform where photographers and potential patrons can interact. 31 August, 3.45pm, Cuppas, Putalisadak
Dining
Public Cave, while their continental and Italian dishes like pizzas, sizzlers and springrolls are a hit among customers, their main attraction is karaoke. Dihikopatan, Pokhara, 9856032958
Magic Beans, coffee, cakes and sandwiches with a magical touch and taste. Sherpa Mall, Durbar Marg, 4230914
Moksh, it may be well know for it's cultural events but the food in Moksh is mighty fine. Jhamsikhel
Pumpernickel Bakery, get an early breakfast or brunch with interesting choices of bread and sandwiches. 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
Comfort Zone, restobar with a decent range of cocktails and barbeque meals. Thamel
Sol Delicatessen, a range of gourmet food that will satiate the most refined palates. 10am to 6pm (closed on Mondays), Babar Mahal Revisited, 4216433, soldelicatessen@gmail.com
Grill Me, a restaurant with a warm ambience and delicious grilled delights. Jhamsikhel, 5535294
Black Pepper Café & Pub, cosmopolitan dining and drinking in a traditional style courtyard, try the apple sauce pork chops and enjoy the good service. Kopundole Height, Lalitpur, 5521897, 5536926
Thik Thak Restaurant, this restaurant boasts live fish from the lake which means the fish dishes are always fresh and delicious. Lakeside, Pokhara
Fuji Bakery, tucked in Chakupat this bakery offers homemade goodies like apple pie, pain du chocolat and banana cake. Chakupat
Cosmopolitan Café, located in the heart of Basantapur, this cozy café offers arguably the best chicken sizzler in town. Basantapur (along Kathmandu Darbar Square), 4225246
Him Thai Restaurant and Bar, for authentic Thai cuisines in town. Lazimpat, 4418683
Dragon Café, enjoy momos, sizzlers and vegetable coins at the most reasonable prices. Kumaripati
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
New Dish, grab filling meals like pork momos, spring rolls and chop seuys with excellent value for money. Khicchapokhari
Summit Hotel, savour the succulent ribs basket, and add the finishing touch with a hot Dutch apple pie. Jhamsikhel, 5521810
Getaways
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, a great option to unwind. Lakeside, Pokhara
Last Resort, canyoning, hiking, rock climbing, rafting, mountain biking- challenge yourself and be adventurous at the Last Resort. Bhotekosi, Sindhupalchowk, 4700525, 4701247
Temple Tree Resort and Spa, a peaceful place to stay, complete with a swimming pool, massage parlour and sauna- it also hosts three different restaurants to cater to your needs. Gaurighat, Lakeside, 977-61-465819
Everest Panorama Resort, a great view of the Himalayas from the top of the Mahabharat. Daman, 4412864,
info@everestpanoramaresort.net
Moti is back in town
Illustrator and comic artist Kripa Joshi recently launched the Miss Moti anthology, Miss Moti and Her Short Stories which chronicles the adventures of her plus-sized heroine and deals with diverse themes from romance to horror to fairytale to porn. "My anxiety about my body inspired me to create Miss Moti who I feel is a role-model for women of all sizes," she explains.
Joshi whose creations are influenced by traditional Mithila art, says it was a challenge to tell stories in a limited space, but it allowed her to grow as an artist, experiment with design and also explore secondary characters. Her previous works include Miss Moti and the Cotton Candy and Miss Moti and the Big Apple.
