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33 104 6 1810 1912 15 Page 3 feature events HallofFrame entertainment GOURMET With time, Teej has evolved. A story about those who For the devoted, Babaji Bob Our lenses meet beautiful Highway brings hope to Relishing the Mediterranean Is this change for the good? didn’t win the title but came is here to share your belief. people at Miss 2011. Nepali cinema. Read about territories, three couples give This is our question. Read the out winners – five souls who Join him in series of satsangs Catch them on the center comments, comparisons and their verdict on The Olive answers on page 3. made it to the Top Ten. and bhajans. spread. opinions on the movie. Garden.

news | classified | shopping tech | style | decor Dream a Little Dream — Yukta Bajracharya

Drum rolls… a band of performers is coming to town to mesmerize you with their magical performances. This September, get ready to be wowed by the Charity Circus Show – a creative collaborative ourtesy: Nayantara Gurung Kakshapati Nayantara P hoto C ourtesy: effort by the Rickshaw Theatre Project and Sapana, the company of dreams.

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Seventeen year old Sharmila ele- cum-puppeteer Ivan Smith, who and teenagers to share expertise gantly balances the hula hoop on have been with EBT for about with them and to empower them. her waist and will convince you two months, are coaching the Helen Shelmerdine, fundrais- that she does it without much ef- Sapana team. “The approach we ing support officer, shares that fort while Bijay and Aman somer- take focuses more on fun aspect though this is not the first time sault like it’s a task that is as easy and involves more group work that the group has been in Ne- as blinking the eye. As members and games,” says Smith. pal, it is the first time that they of the audience, it will not take Sapana will be heading for are working with EBT. Starting you much time to realize that the Doha and Dubai this October 5 September, RTP has been con- action you are seeing on stage is and November where they will ducting workshops with Sapana no less than a miracle – one that be staging a mythical story titled as well as other young children has burst out from within the tal- ‘Dakini’ which tells the tale of at The British School. In fact, ented spirits of the children who a quest for love. “The interna- the charity circus show will were once repressed and stigma- tional show is very exciting for be the end product of this one tized. Sapana, the company of Sapana because it is the first time week long social theatre and cir- dreams, is a group that has been that the group is going abroad to cus workshop. “The show will formed by young people who This group that has twelve pro- on international stages. Sapana perform,” says Shaun. But before be a culmination of theatre as have been rescued from Indian fessional young artists (aged 16 trains three times a week with the professional team from Sa- well as circus skills. It is a ‘social circuses and rehabilitated from to 22) as the core team is Nepal’s international volunteer coaches. pana flies abroad, it will be com- theatre and circus workshop’ other vulnerable situations by the first contemporary circus group Professional circus performer ing together with the Rickshaw which means that it is open to Esther Benjamins Trust (EBT). and will soon be performing Shaun Plumtree and performer- Theatre Project and students all. It goes beyond the barriers from The British School, to stage and brings together everyone The Rickshaw Theatre Project (RTP) is a theatre-in- a fundraising social circus show. who is interested, giving them The proceeds from this will be the opportunity to showcase education program run by students of Cambridge utilized to sustain other art proj- their new-found skills alongside University in the UK. The group tours and Nepal, ects by the EBT. those of the professional art- interacting with children and teenagers to share expertise The Rickshaw Theatre Proj- ists,” says Shelmerdine. ect (RTP) is a theatre-in-educa- “The circus that is being with them and to empower them. Starting 5 September, tion program run by students performed is different from the RTP has been conducting workshops with Sapana as well of Cambridge University in the traditional circuses that we are as other young children at The British School. UK. The group tours India and accustomed to,” Shelmerdine Nepal, interacting with children points out. The picture is com- pletely different. “It moves away from the conventional ways of using animals in unethical ways and forcing people, even little children – which is something that most people are against and hence, object to circuses,” says Shelmerdine who shares that Sapana was formed primarily because the young kids, those who were previously trafficked into the circuses, showed inter- est in honing their skills and talents in an enjoyable, rather than forceful environment, and using their abilities to empower themselves. This ‘dream’ that germinated in August 2010 ex- posed the young dreamers to the positive and expansive na- ture of circus that stretched be- yond their limited experiences, thus provoking a genuine desire amongst the young people to develop their skills. The enthu- siasm and the passion of these young people are evident in the way the group is progressing. Supported by an English con- temporary circus company – Floorless Productions – Sapana has, up until today, performed in small-scale programs such as the Book-a-bee, an annual book reading festival for children, as well as in programs at The Brit- ish School. This particular show which has been organized in align- ment with Bal Divas (Children’s Day) not only helps raise funds for EBT but also gives the de- serving artists the exposure they need while also spreading awareness about what EBT is doing. Come celebrate Chil- dren’s Day, in the truest means, by encouraging these talents. Bring your family and friends to witness this spectacle which will magically bring to life Nepali story-telling through a dynamic fusion of cutting edge, acrobat- ics and theatre. Become a part of the dream. ! The Charity Circus Show is taking place at The British School on 14 September from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. Tickets for the first six rows are priced at Rs. 500 while tickets in general for adults are at Rs. 400 and for children at Rs. 300. Tickets are available at The British School gate one week prior to the show. Write to [email protected] for more information or advance booking. one question page3 Do you think the way of celebrating Teej has become more extravagant? make your statement Holy books read that goddess Parbati fasted and prayed fervently for the great Lord Shiva to become her husband. Finally touched by her devotion, the lord took her for his wife. Goddess Parbati, in gratitude sent her emissary to preach and disseminate this religious fasting among mortal women, promising them prosperity and longevity with their family. Thus was born the festival of Teej. One of Nepal’s annual festivals where Hindu women pray for marital bliss, well-being of their spouse and children, and purification of their own body and soul through fasting, Teej has evolved much throughout the history. The meaning of this tradition has changed over time. We ask few of our female figures if they think that the way of celebrating Teej has become more extravagant over the years. Yes I think Teej has definitely become extravagant for no — Mannat Shrestha reason. Previously there would be celebration only a day ahead; nobody celebrated it a month before the festival. I wonder why people need to waste their time and celebrate it for 30 days just to starve for one day. The festival has now become an excuse to have fun. Sophie Upadhaya is the chairperson of Bhancha Ghar, one of the oldest restaurants in Nepal which introduced When you compare the way in the culture of serving authentic Nepali which Teej used to be celebrated food in the country. before and now, there have been I believe it has become more some changes. Previously, women extravagant. One example of this used to be with their families during could be: women used to celebrate the occasion but now they are seen with their friends. Also the focus Darr only a night before Teej, but There has been a gradual change in There is no doubt that on entertainment has increased a nowadays they celebrate it month the way Teej is being celebrated, at Teej has become too much lot. One thing, however, I do not ahead. Even the practice of fasting least in the cities. Gone are the days extravagant and the actual agree with is when people criticize has become something out of when Teej used to be the only time meaning has disappeared. about the dress up – the color of the urge to show off rather than married women could visit their maitis. The whole idea of Teej was Teej is red, so it will obviously look dedication. Back then, women used Women are on the move now. They are about women fasting for the bright; and it comes once in a year, dance in local folk songs during educated; they earn for their families, prosperity of their husbands Teej must be celebrated because so there is no harm in dressing up Teej but these days, they play Hindi and are more empowered. This naturally but now, it has become it holds cultural and traditional during this festival. Apart from that, music and dance to movie songs reflects in the way they celebrate more of fun and parties in importance for Hindu women; I can also see a lot of young girls which does not complement the the festival. Teej is becoming more hotels. The whole idea of this however, we need to keep in mind fasting. whole idea of Teej. of a celebration of womanhood – in fantastic festival has been that extravagance will deplete the A social activist and founder/director homes, workplace and community. So Kamala Shrestha has been working as a wrongly interpreted. It has true meaning of this festival. of – a not-for-profit yes, it is moving fast beyond sad songs beautician for over 25 years. The owner of organization dedicated to helping victims Siam Beauty Salon and the founder/principal become an excuse for women Kunti Moktan dwells in the soft corner of sex trafficking, Anuradha Koirala and fasting into fun, celebration and of Siam Institute of Hair Design and Beauty to party. of thousands of Nepali hearts. Known to received the Courage of Conscience feasting. And this shows. Care, she also manages a five-star beauty the audience as an artist with a melodious Award from the Peace Abbey in 2006. She salon at Radisson Hotel. She is widely known Bindu Shakya is the the director of voice, she has been singing for the last two also won CNN Hero of the Year award Rupa Joshi is involved as a communication officer as the official senior beautician for operations with Hotel Ambassador and decades. The artist has also taught music to in 2010. with United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). pageant. the vice president of AWON. thousands of music enthusiasts.

What do you think made you win this title? To what extent would you go to win Miss rapid fire with Malina Joshi My persistence and determination. World? Actually I haven’t been able to start much on the Miss Nepal 2011 What do you have to say to your critics? planning but I know I’m going to do my best to win When people criticize about me, they . I will give my best to win. should realize that they are actually doubting and disrespecting the judgment of the 11 Who would you award Mr. Nepal? The grand finale of Miss Nepal professionals on the jury that day. Anyway, if The most obvious answer: Rajesh Hamal. I believe 2011 saw the crowning of 23 someone else had won the title, people would be he has a unique and bold personality. year old Malina Joshi. The bold criticizing her as well. I guess you’ve got to learn and fresh diva from Sunsari is to live with it. Which body part of men attracts you the the face that will represent the most? country in the upcoming Miss What was your fitness regime like before The eyes, as they speak the language of the heart. Miss Nepal? World in . Some might Do you think it is fair that beauty pageant question about her success, they Nothing! It’s the training session with Rachana ma’am that used to be hectic. The schedule was participants can not have a tattoo? might doubt if she deserved the I honestly did not know there was such rule. title. But Joshi proves it takes more so hectic that I could not manage the time to eat. than just outer beauty to win the I did light workout and cardio for around one Do you think virginity is overrated? crown with her wits. She surprised month, though. I guess it depends upon the culture we live in. not only the judges but also the If you were not Miss Nepal, who would you If you could change the height requirements audience when she answered to a crown? for Miss Nepal, what would you change it to? question with a question. We take I’m in no position to make the judgment for this; I would not change the height requirements because the lady with the determination I think everyone was as capable. I believe more on an average Nepali women are roughly 5 ft 3 for a round of Rapid Fire. than someone with looks, someone genuine inches and the current criteria of 5 ft. 4 inches should win the crown because when you are a works pretty good. genuine person your beauty is reflected in that. — Mannat Shrestha feaissues that matter ture The Other Cinderellas The five finalists of Miss Nepal 2011 who did not make it to the top five and their candid thoughts on their journey towards the crown. — Sumnima Dewan

Fr!day caught up with the five fi- Contestants no. 6 and 10, and challenging at the same time. I I consoled myself saying I knew first prize, you’re still a winner”: nalists of Miss Nepal 2011 who Prasansha Rana and Pratibha feel different!” She enlightens, “Oh there would be only one winner this is tough to swallow because did not make it to the top five, Shrestha both agree on the ben- and we learnt a lot as to how small anyway.” Gadtaula, however, still you know it’s the truth yet you to share their candid thoughts efits of the beauty pageant, be things can make a big difference in plans to conquer the pageant be- would have liked to alter this on their journey towards the it personality development or your daily life such as starting your cause her future plan comprises truth to make it less disappoint- crown. making amazing friends. And day with a glass of water.” She of “grooming herself more” ing. Hence, it is sheer bra- Shruti Pandey, contestant no. both share a good humor as they looks forward to a colorful future and participating in Miss vado to smilingly stand 9, beams with joy as she shares, admit, “Our answers weren’t ex- where she plans to concentrate on Nepal 2013. before thousands and “I love myself more!” Miss Ne- actly awesome to qualify to the furthering her career in music. And the scribe speaks: see someone else take pal 2011 is a treasure trove of next round!” They look forward Biki Gadtaula, contestant no. I am the title holder of away that prized piece memories for her. She has found to the future and prospects of 17, reminisces her winning the Miss Mongol 2011. of glory which you so her new self, and she vows to be participating in similar pageants. position of the second runner Speaking to these wanted. a change-bringer in the develop- For now, both agree on prioritiz- up in Miss Global 2010 and her finalists of Miss A standing ova- ment sector of the nation. Her ing their academics. memories of Miss Nepal 2011. Nepal 2011 who tion to these ladies hands are already full with vari- Miss Talent – contestant no. She admits, “I thought my previ- did not qualify to who almost ous women empowerment proj- 15 – Bishnu Chemjong affably ous experience of participating the top 5 brought made it! in such contests would make it back memories Dear easier for me, but I was mistaken. of backstage readers, “This is a fairy tale with more than Miss Nepal is a whole new level where those this is a one Cinderella…Of course, only of hard work and intensity. Some- girls who did fairy tale with one gets to wear the precious glass times I even felt why I ever partic- not qualify to more than one ipated. However, since I learnt so the final round Cinderella… shoe…” much, the whole journey has been of my pageant Of course, only one absolutely worth it.” were in tears. gets to wear the pre- ects and she smiles confidently, shares, “I come from a musical She shares, “I felt I would It was not a cious glass shoe. But “I will prove to the country that background. I recently completed get to the top 5 because I was happy sight, let’s not forget only even without a title, I am a true my first music video Haawa ma. satisfied with my answer…but especially when princesses qualify to this Nepali lady who is determined to So participating in Miss Nepal for I guess I wasn’t good enough. you were the one who race. And princesses they bring positive change to the lives me was a hugely different experi- After all, the judges know best. won the tiara of the night. were, and will forever be of the people around her.” ence. Everything was new, fun, I felt I would cry right there but “Even if you don’t win the for the year 2011. !

Shruti Pandey

TOP 3 eget morevents out of your weekends With events to the left and right, Fr!day makes it a little bit easier for you to choose events to check out this week and the next. Here are our top 3 picks: 1.Feast for Kings Celebrate Indra with a lavish Newari feast. Follow the ancient what’s chariots across Basantapur 11 September at Basantpur. on 2.Nepfest II Metal heads unite! Featuring amazing metal and hard rock bands, Nepfest II is set to rock your Friday evening on 9 September at Fun Park. things to do 3. Satsangs and Bhajans Find inner peace and get spiritual clarity with Babaji Bob and his Bhajans sun . mon . tue . wed . thu . fri . sat 8 and 11 September in Thamel and Police Club. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 POST US: Email event details to [email protected] or call 5011571/ 5011639/ 5011730/ 5011731 for listings. Listings are free but inclusion is not guaranteed due to limited space.

ART AND THEATRE international exposition for poultry Fashion Night Out and livestock. The event will be Date: 9 September (Friday) Cutting Edge Designs Cycle 6: Life inaugurated by Vice President Time: 6 pm to 11:30 pm Opening Date: 19 August Paramanandha Jha while the brand Venue: Gazebo Restro-Lounge, Designers begin working from 6 September (Tuesday); Grand Finale on the last week (Friday) ambassador for the show will be Durbar Marg of September at Radisson Hotel, Lazimpat Closing Date: 30 September former Miss Nepal Malvika Subba. 9849427993, dawa_127@hotmail. (Friday) Participants from 22 countries and com Designers from all over the nation Time: 10 am to 5 pm over 500 visitors are expected to congregate under one roof for Venue: Galleria CUC, come for the exposition. This party is all about dressing up Kya Dami Entertainment’s The Maharajgunj National Designer’s Cut 2011. Transforming You Another cycle begins at Date: 9 September (Friday) The event will be host to the best Galleria CUC, and this time designers from , Butwal, Time: 5 pm to midnight this cycle features nature and Venue: Kathmandu and Dharan and will give wildlife photographs taken by them a platform to present their Om Yadav. Titled Life, this solo Get set to meet the most subscribed masterpieces. With two days of fun exhibition was inaugurated and viewed Nepali youtube star in the and fashion, the Designer’s Cut will in line with the World flesh. The popular youtube makeup feature twenty sequences on the Photography Day and the artist, Promise Tamang is coming to Nepal. Here’s your chance to see the second anniversary of Galleria fashionably and partying with your ramp as well as live performances artist at work and perhaps, get a few by various artists, dance performers CUC. Visit this exhibition that party people. Set the fashion trends presents a unique set of images make up tricks yourself. and prizes for the audience. for others to follow and dress up captured and put together Money Expo 2011 like a fashion star. First ten ladies Along with the fashion show, the to celebrate the existence Opening Date: 12 September to be there will get in free while event will feature b-boying dances, of all living organisms on (Monday) there are special prizes for the most salsa artists and freestyle dancers this planet. Explore the lives, Closing Date: 14 September stylish and the most fashionably habitats and rich biodiversity (Wednesday) dressed. The prizes include a one as well. The proceeds of the show of Earth through the lens will go to the charity “In house Venue: Army Officers’ Club night stay at Dhulikhel for two, of Yadav, an internationally 6914689 Rs. 5,000 in cash and an Intimate Production” and three winners will published photographer based Delight’s gift voucher worth Rs. be declared by the end of the event. in Kathmandu. Presented by the national business 2,160. With most of the national TVs covering the event, it is hoped that the show daily, Aarthik Abhiyan and organized Theatrical Circus will help establish Nepali designs in the international scene. (Pawas Manandhar) by JAMB technologies with Ticket: for advance purchase – Rs. Date: 14 September Morningstar Investment Services 350 (includes a complimentary (Wednesday) and Minds Nepal, the Money Expo drink) and Rs. 250 (excludes drinks); Time: 6 pm to 7:30 pm 2011 is the first and largest finance door price – Rs. 499 (includes a Venue: The British School, and investment show in Nepal. The complimentary drink) and Rs. 399 Jhamsikhel event will provide a platform to meet (excludes drinks) 5523642 and interact with professionals who Music @ Neon Pub Qs will help you better understand your Cambridge Rickshaw Theatre Date: 9 September (Friday) personal finances and help manage Project – a traveling physical Time: 12:30 pm to 6 pm your family investment. With famous with Sujita Shrestha theatre project, Sapana – Venue: Neon Pub, Thamel Organizer Nepal’s only circus company banks and finances houses supporting and The British School are and endorsing this expo, this is the Featuring artists like Horny Monks, 3 set to host a charity event to place to be if you want to know more Shannon Scam, Jugaa and Binash, support the Esther Benjamins about money. the Neon Pub is hosting a musical Designers Galore Memorial Foundation. The evening to all interested in the audience will be treated to MUSIC AND PARTIES town’s underground music scene. The National Designer’s Cut 2011 will showcase the greatest of Nepali a magical experience with a Metal-heads will rejoice in this designers and their designs for two whole days. Fr!day caught up with fusion of circus, acrobatics Dead Mariners Tour unique event that is sure to feature Sujita Shrestha to learn more about who’s going to make the final cut. and theatre. The performance Opening Date: 1 September a lot of head banging and metal. will be a result of workshops (Thursday) Ticket: Rs. 100 Why are you using Nepali fabrics specifically? for young adults interested Closing Date: 10 September One line used for Nepal was ‘Nepal ma siyo pani bandaina’(Note in acrobatics and theatre. (Saturday) Nepfest II even a needle is made in Nepal). Our main target was to prove this Proceeds of the show will go Date: 9 September (Friday) Promoting their new album, Night line wrong. We have lots of options but we always neglect these. The to disadvantaged young people Time: 12:30 pm onwards of Fallen Morbid, the Dead Mariners National Designers Cut is the first step to show ‘Nepal ma dherai kura of EBMF. Venue: Fun Park, Mandap are set to go around the country haru bancha” (A lot of things can be made in Nepal). We are focused 9841721736/9841277757 on Nepali fabric so that we can introduce the people to these fabrics. Ticket: Rs. 500 for front six and entertain theirs fans. Organized The fabrics are not only for foreigners but can also be worn by us if we rows; Rs. 400(adults) and Rs. by Rock Fever, the band is set to After the success of Nepfest I, can give them the right fashion, keeping in mind the concept and trends 300 (children) for other seats rock the major towns in Nepal like Nepfest II will take place in full of Nepali people and designing them. Pokhara, Butwal, and Kathmandu swing to bring metal heads of Nepal FAIR AND EXPO Remembering Zeppelin in one platform and have them What do you think of designe.r boutique scene in Nepal? compete on stage. Although this is Date: 8 September (Thursday) I don’t want to point at any specific boutiques but the boutiques over an inter-college competition, even Poultry and Livestock Time: 7:30 pm onwards here, I must say, are really border-line satisfactory, they don’t want to non-college goers can participate Expo Venue: Moksh, Jhamsikhel experiment or create something on their own. In five years, the number after paying an entry fee of Rs. 5,000. Opening Date: 8 September 5528362 of boutiques has grown and some of them are doing really well; but they (Thursday) Bands from outside Kathmandu need to know how to create their own style. Closing Date: 10 September The Brain Washers are paying a have to pay an entry fee of Rs. 3,500 (Saturday) tribute to iconic rock band Led How has the response of the applicants been to the National only while girl bands can enter the Venue: DECC, United World Zeppelin. The band that has given us Designer’s Cut? competition for free. The winning Trade Center all time hits like Kashmir and Stairway It was a lot of pressure. This contest is here to give designers a platform band for Nepfest II will walk away 4117102 to Heaven will be remembered and a new experience so that they can be well-known among the people, with Rs. 50,000; they will be officially through the songs The Brain Washers but it was really hard to explain that to them. It was hectic but we were signed by KTM Records and will Direction Nepal is organizing will cover. calm and had confidence that we could do this event. (Pawas Manandhar) Aviana Nepal 2011, an get an opportunity to record one Ticket: 200 of their original songs. The forms events Fr!day Issue 84 | 14 September 2011 7

are available at Foundation Nepal, Tattooing is done by appointment and the Universal Brotherhood Day and outside the walls of the classroom Image Park and Artudio present the Sanepa. its open till late in the evening (even will be followed by talks and hyms and closer to nature. With the camp pre- Digital Photography after midnight). from Babaji Bob. site at Kakani, participants will be Workshop – VI. The workshop Transforming You able to view the amazing scenes will cover a variety of topics Date: 9 September (Friday) Entry: free Feast for Kings from the camp while the camp also that include the fundamentals of Time: 5 pm to midnight Date: 11 September (Sunday) aims to develop the skill of the photography, camera lenses, photo Venue: Moods Studio Lounge, Time: 2:30 pm to 8 pm Miscellaneous young population in leadership and reviews and tips on getting a better Tripureshwor Venue: Bhochhen, Kathmandu Durbar responsibility. photo. Learn the tricks of the Dog Training Square trade and learn how to be a better After the success of “Tattinai Registration: Rs. 2,000 Parcha”, the Parcha Productions Opening Date: 1 September Social Tours and Powerful Hands are photographer. Students will be and WhatNext are collaborating (Thursday) organizing an event that will bring Samaybaji @ Chapter 9 mentored by senior photographers yet again to bring you an event that Closing Date: 30 September (Friday) you closer to the Newari culture. Date: 11 September (Sunday) and photojournalists from various brings the Youtube sensation Promise 9803725039 During the Indra Jatra festival which Time: 2 pm onwards famous newspapers and magazines. Hurry, limited seats available. Gurung to Nepal. Gurung is a popular Having trouble training your is celebrated with great enthusiasm Venue: Chapter 9 Restro-Bar, Youtube make-up artist, who has hyperactive pup? Looking for by the Newar community, a Pulchowk Cost: Rs. 2,500 posted innumerable tutorials online. someone to train your dogs? Then procession of the chariots of the 5525979, 9841509828 The event will see the live make-up Kumari, Lord Ganesh, and Bhairab is Farmer’s Markets contact the number above and get On the auspicious day of Indra Jatra, transformation of Lex Limbu to Johny them trained. Usually, training for taken out in Kathmandu. Come, be Date: Every Saturday, Sunday and Depp while Promise Gurung will a part of the procession, the festival Chapter 9 brings to you a special Wednesday twenty tricks cost Rs. 1,500 but in Newari offering. With Samaybaji transform other models into Michael this special offer, the trainer will train and a grand Newari feast afterwards. Time: 9 am to noon (Saturdays Jackson, Lady Gaga and Katy Perry. A women’s self help group, Maa on display and traditional Lakhe and Sundays); 4 pm to 7 pm the throughout the month for only and Kumari dances to entertain all This event not only features Gurung Rs. 2000. Pucha, will prepare and serve (Wednesdays) but also hosts live performances delicious full course Newari meal. present, Chapter 9 offers something Venue: 1905, Kantipath (Saturday by Manas from the Nepsydaz and ANBUG Drive 2011 different from your normal Sunday and Wednesday); New Orleans, Dougie as well as an after party with Opening Date: 6 September (Tuesday) Beyond Books evening. Guests will be served a Pulchowk (Sunday) the likes of DJ K-World, DJ Tantrik Closing Date: 13 September (Tuesday) Opening Date: 9 September (Friday) traditional Newari Thwo and will also 4260326 and DJ BPM. Starting Time: 8 am Closing Date: 10 September get special discounts on food and Venue: Kathmandu to Sikkim (Saturday) beverages. Delices de , the French Ticket: Rs. 700 for advanced 4222636 Registration Deadline: 5 September restaurant, café and bar, has been purchase; Rs. 1000 at the door (Monday) Entry: free organizing farmer’s markets around (tickets include a complimentary The Association of Nepal Beetle Time: 6 am on Friday to 5:30 pm on Creating Better Images town. With three farmer’s markets drink) Users Group (ANBUG) is organizing Saturday Opening Date: 14 September in three different days, the restaurant a Volkswagen Beetle Drive that Venue: Kakani International Training is helping farmers sell their own Head to Pokhara (Wednesday) will start in Kathmandu and end in Center Closing Date: 24 September (Sunday) products directly to the consumers. Date: 10 September (Saturday) Sikkim. The drive, named Nepal India 4487743, [email protected] On display will be fresh organic Time: 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Time: 6:30 am to 8:30 am Friendship ANBUG Drive 2011, is Venue: Artudio, Jyatha vegetables, French and Italian Venue: Pokhara intended to showcase the gratitude Yuwa has announced the beginning sausages, Mediterranean delicacies, of Y-Camp: Beyond Books, a program 9841408425 / 9841240341 Hometown band X-Mantra is for the friendship between the chicken and other dishes as well. neighboring countries and participants that will take interested youths performing live in Pokhara this Entry: free September. With Rojesh Shrestha will cover an estimated two thousand on vocals, Sandeep Tuladhar on lead kilometers in the drive. worth a guitar, Ritesh Shrestha on bass guitar, Satsangs and Bhajans watch and Bikram Shrestha on drums, the Date: 8 September (Thursday) and 11 In the final days of World War II, awesome quartet is set to engage September (Sunday) National the Nazis resort to black magic fans with its superb talent. Gear up Time: 6 pm to 8 pm on Thursday, 2 pm Geographic to aid their dying cause. However, for some head-banging music. to 5 pm on Sunday Dog Whisperer their Allies raid the camp where Venue: Pilgrims Book House, Thamel 9 September (Friday) 9:15 pm Bounce Lounge the ceremony is taking place but and Police Club Auditorium, Exhibition Date: Everyday not before a demon, Hellboy – has Road Time: 6 pm onwards already been conjured. Joining the 4700942 4700919 Venue: Kathmandu Mall Allied forces, Hellboy eventually 4150115/9851013410 Babaji Bob Kindler and Jai Ma Music grows to adulthood and before we know, he is rooting for the Mini Theater, karaoke, free Wi-Fi and present blissful two days that will help good rather than the evil. This heinous crimes by using applied a cool and funky hangout, what more you get spiritually enlightened and 2004 supernatural superhero film psychology to interpret micro could you ask for from a lounge? find inner peace. On 8 September, starring Ron Perlman, John Hurt expressions and body language. Add to that the Studio Tattoo the program will feature satsang and bhajans with the tabla and the flute. Learn the do’s and don’ts of and Selma Blair is worth a watch. Watch as they resolve the truth right next doo, this place is hip and behind the lies. happening. There’s one more reason On 11 September, the event will host being a pet owner. Exclusively to hit the KTM Mall and have a blast. Swami Bodhasaranandaji to celebrate dedicated to dogs, this show TLC takes you on a tour of dog Europe’s Richest People Discovery mannerisms and how owners 11 September (Sunday) World War II in Color AWON Annual Membership Tea come to affect it. Owners are 8:15 pm 13 September (Tuesday) taught how to behave around 8: 15 pm Date: 15 September (Thursday) their dogs, to pet them the right Get to know the rich and fabulous Time: 2 pm to 5 pm time in the right way and taught as they take you to tour their big Experience World War II like Venue: 1905, Kantipath how to learn to take care of mansions and extravagant lifestyles. you’ve never before. With the them in general. This episode, watch as one of plots, gimmicks, the attack Contact: Pamela Poon,President-9808125764 Estonia’s richest men shows off his and the battle all shown in Bindu Shakya,Vice President/Hospitality-9851022363 color, World War II comes to Star Movies luxurious villa on the Costa Del Kaori Fujiwara,Membership-9841895301, [email protected] Sol and a Swiss publishing tycoon life. Make sure to tune into Hellboy races supercars in the Maserati Discovery. AWON, an organization that has been making a difference in the lives of 10 September (Saturday) trophy. women and children in Nepal, through its various activities and initiatives, is 9:15 pm hosting its annual membership tea. The tea which will include delicious snacks and a welcome drink, is organized with the aim of recruiting new members to Star World AWON and introducing them to the services and products that are available Lie to Me for them in the valley. 12 September (Monday) 10:15 pm Membership to this organization is open to all women who want to contribute to the welfare of the disadvantaged women of the society. Through An American crime drama its various programs and activities throughout the year, AWON helps series, Lie to Me is back with its empower the marginalized women of Nepal. Some of the initiatives that it third season. It follows Dr. Cal has been taking include providing scholarships to girls and organizing skill- Lightman and his colleagues at developing training programs for the women. the Lightman Group as they solve Art and Theatre to live your own fairy tale. With the theme of ‘Prince Vs Princess’, Miscellaneous Contemporary Art of gift hampers are up for grabs for Bangladesh the most aptly dressed gentleman Social Entrepreneurship eget morevents out of your weekends Date: 16 September (Friday) or lady. With loud music and Award 2011 Time: 4 pm royal dresses, the party will be Opening Date: 18 November Venue: Siddhartha Art Gallery, something straight out of your (Friday) Baber Mahal favorite fairy tale. Closing Date: 20 November 4438979/4218048, (Sunday) [email protected] Ticket: Advance purchase – Rs. 300; Deadline: 22 September Door price – Rs. 499 (includes (Thursday) An eminent artist hailing from complimentary drinks); Rs. 200 Venue: To be announced mark your Bangladesh, Syed Jahangir (excludes drinks) changefusionnepal.org calendar will be speaking about the contemporary art of Bangladesh Twist and Shout Surya Nepal Asha Social events in the next few weeks in a talk program organized Date: 23 September (Friday) Entrepreneurship Award in coordination to the six-day Time: 7 pm onwards (SNASEA) 2011 is a first of its long painting exhibitions taking Venue: Moods Loungue, kind. Organized by ChangeFusion place at Siddhartha Art Gallery Tripureshwor Nepal, this award is the first ever – Nepal Rendezvous II. Please award to recognize those Nepalese The teenage singing star of Nepal, social entrepreneurs who create confirm your attendance with Kristina Allen, is here to break Touring the Wild West the Siddhartha Gallery since value for people, planet and profit. free through music, once again. The first two days of this three- 24 September to 30 September; Kathmandu to Far Western Region; 9851054001 limited seats are available for the Verse Magazine presents a Friday audience. day event will see seminars and evening with Allen, also featuring conferences that will bring on Birth of a Dream musicians such as Sunny Tuladhar, to the floor innovative ideas and Date: 26 and 27 September Abhishek Bhadra and Kiran Shahi products of social entrepreneurs. (Monday and Tuesday) of Jindabaad. DJ Salim will also be The last day will be the awarding Time: 6 pm (both days) and 2 pm heating the dance floor after the ceremony. The last day for the call (Tuesday) live performance is over. So be for proposal is 22 September and Venue: Hall, there to catch the action! Twist individuals can apply or nominate Kamaladi and Shout out loud! deserving social entrepreneur. 4240159 No Theme Party This award is open to all Nepali residents. Be a part of the audience for Date: 24 September (Saturday) the staging of ‘Siddhartha – Birth Time: 12:30 pm to 11:30 pm Wild West Ride of a Dream’ by the students of Venue: Hotel Shahanshah Opening Date: 24 September Malpi International School. The International, Dhapasi (Saturday) play is a historical and cultural Pool parties, dance parties, pool Closing Date: 30 September musical based on the life of young games, drinks, music and dancing (Friday) Prince Siddhartha. Lyrical and all combine in this No Theme Time: 8 pm onwards contemporary in style, the story party where you have the liberty Venue: Kathmandu to west Nepal highlights the important events of to be as wild as you want with no Buddha’s earlier life. Wild West Ride is a motorcycle themes blocking the way you dress ride to Western Nepal’s wildlife up. With DJ Sishir, DJ Rajex, DJ sanctuaries like Bardiya National Fair and Expo Sovit all present to get your feet

herap S herpa S herap P hoto C ourtesy: Park and the Shuklaphanta Wildlife tapping and body grooving, you’re Literary Jatra Reserve. Participants will be able Buckle up for a wild ride. Tour the far western parts of Nepal with Sherap Sherpa free to party as hard as you want, to see tigers, fresh water dolphins, Opening Date: 16 September and his fellow bike buddies. For seven whole days, covering a terrain of roughly as long as you want. rhinos, sloth beer and hundreds (Friday) 1550 km, 24 chosen lucky participants are going to be out there in the wilderness, of deer. The event will also include Closing Date: 18 September Ticket: 1 pm to 5 pm – Rs. 100 cherishing the unacknowledged and neglected yet beautiful parts of Nepal. a home stay at Tikapur and is (Sunday) for regular members and friends; directed towards promoting The journey which will be commencing from will end after touring Venue: Patan Durbar Square 5 pm onwards – Rs. 500 (includes Western Nepal as a tourist the ignored west districts and villages. On the eve of World Tourism Day, the bikers www.litjatra.com drinks) destination. will get a chance to socialize with the Chaudhary community accompanied by Tribute to Floyd cultural dances and will be given the opportunity of home-stay in Tikapur. However, For the first time ever, a Date: 1 October (Saturday) Cost: Rs. 10,000 the fun does not end here: they will also get a chance to witness the wonderful three-day international literary Time: 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm creations of nature and men along the way. Visits to Nepal’s amazing engineering event is going to take place in World Animal Day Photo Venue: St. Xavier’s School grounds, samples, stopover at the Ghoda Ghodi Lake and visits to other places like the Kathmandu. The main objective Contest Jawalakhel Dodhara Chandini and Tanakpur dam are included in the trip. Additionally, some of the festival is to provide a Date: 1 October (Saturday) jungle activities will be arranged for the participants in Bardiya. platform for vernacular literature Brace yourselves for a rocking Deadline: 20 September (Tuesday) to engage with its international Saturday evening this October. Time: 3 to 6 pm Registration: Rs 10,000 per person (does not include petrol and lunch) counterpart. The organizers hope ‘A Tribute to Pink Floyd’ a cover Venue: Sattya Media Arts (Smriti Basnet) that through the festival, Nepali concert of the legendary pioneers collective, Jawalakhel literature will be exposed on a of rock ‘Pink Floyd’ will be staged 9813485716 global stage. The Jatra will be held by a line of incredibly talented at different venues within Patan Celebrating the World Animal and experienced Nepali musicians. Day, Sattya Media Arts Collective Durbar Square. It will host up to The event, apart from providing 30 national and ten international is holding its first photo contest endless entertainment, also plans on the theme street animals. All Qs writers and poets who will take to provide for the financially part in readings, workshops and you have to do is explore the life weak students and give them an of street animals through your with Sherap Sherpa hold thematic discussions on opportunity for quality education- Organizer various topics pertaining to Nepal cameras, edit the photos, add Pulse Events Management, the a description and submit it to and South Asia in both socio- organizer, will be contributing 3 political and literary contexts. [email protected]. The photos ten percent of all the ticket sales will be displayed both digitally and and 100% of the venue charge for physically at Sattya. On the Road Music and Parties the noble cause. So, gear up and A ride of a lifetime to the most serene location in the far-west, a get ready to sway to the rhythms Nepal Cine Symposium Party Rock Anthem of some of Pink Floyd’s classic Opening Date: 19 November region that holds much promise but has been ignored so far. Sherp Date: 17 September (Saturday) numbers and have a hell of a night! (Saturday) Sherpa talks about the trip and the interesting things riders should Time: 6 pm to midnight Closing Date: 22 November expect to come across. Venue: Insomnia Lounger Bar, Shanti Jatra (Tuesday) Durbar Marg Starting Date: 11 October 9803269849, docskoolnepal@ Why did you choose the far west in particular? (Tuesday) gmail.com Girls, be at your flirtatious best Nepal Tourism Board and other government organizations are only focusing on Ending Date: 13 October and get free drinks and entry major cities like Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, and . Thousands of people (Thursday) An annual film making and art to this party. With house, RnB, come to Nepal to see tigers and rhinos and they all go to Chitwan and return Venue: Kathmandu Valley networking platform focusing on electro and hip hop music, the with disappointment. We have places like Bardiya, Shuklaphanta where there is info@shantijatraorganicfestival. the potentials and possibilities party will feature DJ Niral with a 50 percent higher chance of spotting a tiger. This is the reason why I chose com of cinema in South Asia, Nepal his groovy beats and music. Party far-western Nepal. Cine Symposium is announcing animals! Get ready because the A fusion of alternative lifestyle, ‘Young Asian Film Market’. What has the response of the people been so far? bigger your group, the cheaper music and arts, Shanti Jatra This is a production support We have a lot of people interested in taking part, especially the younger the price for the entrance. Organic Festival 2011 is a platform for young South generation with Royal Enfield bikes and many foreigners residing in Kathmandu. premiere festival for South Asian film makers who aim for Ticket: Rs. 300 for advance But at the same time disappointments are pouring in because of not being able Asia which is set in the scenic an international production. purchase, Rs. 600 at the door to take part in this event due to their jobs that won’t allow them to take a week landscapes of our own valley. Docskool, the organization (includes a shot of vodka) off. So my plan is to do similar event but shorter ones like two nights three days The festival offers diverse music behind this symposium, calls all including weekends in the future. Summer Tales which can be divided into two aspiring film makers in South Asia different musical stages: the world Date: 17 September (Sunday) to apply to the film market and What do you aim to achieve through this event? electronic music stage and the Time: 1 pm onwards to be a part of this symposium. I want to bring all the different motorcycle clubs and vintage bike clubs and chillout/Newage stage. The event Venue: iClub, Durbar Marg The applications are open till 15 individual Royal Enfield enthusiasts together to promote the unexplored areas also focuses on promoting the October. For more the application of Nepal as a new tourist destination and help encourage domestic tourism by Be there at the opening party of growing organic food revolution as procedure and more details creating short biking events. (Smriti Basnet) Event Genies, who are here to well as the mystic and indigenous on the symposium, visit www. give you a unique opportunity Shamans of Nepal. cinesymposium.org. events Fr!day Issue 84 | 14 September 2011 9

the week that was Tamarind Carnival The last few months have seen Tamarind Restaurant host a number of great gigs. On 3 September, at its premises in Jhamisikhel the restaurant organized another fun-filled event – The Tamarind Carnival. The event had a perfect ambience for families to spend their lazy Saturdays. While the event reviews of food stall severed hot BBQ, cotton candies, puchkas and other mouth-watering dishes, the live music swayed the audience. Children got to enjoy the merry go round, jumping castle, clowns, face painting, and many other games including a magic show by magician the past week Kamal Kumar. After an amazing performance by Sound Cuddles, Dharmendra Sewan performed some of his hits, which was well-received by the crowd. The highlight of the show, International Day of Saving Dolma however, was when Sewan called Adrian Pradhan on to the stage for a duet. The singers the Disappeared Cultural Studies Group of Nepal performed Pradhan’s hit ‘Pareli ma’. (Mannat Shrestha) (CSGN) held a lecture program at On the occasion of International Day of Hotel Shanker on the documentary film of all submissions, photographs “Our training mainly focuses on Nepali songs. Known for her unique the Disappeared, a three-day interaction ‘Saving Dolma’ by Kesang Tseten on 2 were reviewed and 50 finalists were socializing dogs, particularly aggressive and distinctive style in singing, Pradhan program facilitated by the International September. The film revolves around shortlisted. ones; we try to inculcate a calmer is a life member of Manjushree Music Center for Transitional Justice was the lives and struggles of female migrant dog behavior,” said Samrat Shrestha, School and Nepal Music Association. held on 30 August in Kathmandu. workers in the middle-east by trying to Bipa Shrestha Tuladhar was declared also a professional trainer present in She is also involved as a member of The program was a collective of the unfold the truth about Dolma. the best female participant and the the event. The problems addressed the Royalty Society Nepal. The singer voices of the families of those who best contemporary photograph was at the event were excitability with has recorded more than 500 songs and disappeared during the decade-long Dolma, a resident of Sindhupalchowk, awarded to Prativa Tandukar’s shot. visitors, aggression towards other dogs released nine solo albums. insurgency in Nepal. Representatives was employed in Kuwait as a housemaid Based on the results of SMS voting, and animals in general, hyperactivity, On 3 September Pradhan was back of different regions of Nepal were a and was penalized with a death sentence Pratik Man Singh Pradhan’s photograph separation anxiety and phobia with again to release her new album. The part of the interaction program. On for killing a Filipino co-domestic worker. was declared the most popular. Nimitta strange sounds. How effective is a artist’s tenth solo album Mann Changa the second day, the family members of Saving Dolma begins with the letter Shakya was given ‘Best Workshop two hour session, anyway? Prajwal Bhayo deserved a great round of the victim visited the Peace Museum from Dolma to her young son. The film Participant’ among the participating Manandhar replied, “Obedience training applause. During the program at the at Yala Maya Kendra and observed the captures the reaction provoked by the students of The Image Park and Artudio. takes time, but behavior training is Banquet Hall, the artist said, “Music photographs of other victims of the incident in the society, officialdom and Similarly, Anastasiia Zavalo from simpler and the process speeds up, even for me has not only been a source of conflict. The tour ended in another the family of Dolma, and the struggle to earned the title of best international more, when we teach a dog through entertainment but also a medium to interaction program where the family drop her charges. participant. The Image Park’s Choice another dog.” convey a message.” Pradhan started of the victims presented their concerns included Nimitta Shakya, Sabin Maharjan recording songs for the album two and appeals to a panel of advocate- This film reveals the bleak picture and Kabir Bajracharya for first, second German Shepherds, Labradors, years back. The songs in the album have level personalities and members of female migrant workers in Gulf and third prizes. (Nikita Tripathi) Dalmatians, Golden Retrievers were a been composed by Raju Singh, Mahesh of organizations working for the countries who go there with the hope common sight. Mohit Basnet, who owns Khadka, Suresh Adhikari, Basanta disappeared. A candle-lighting ceremony of enhancing their financial condition, a German Shepherd and was in the Sapkota and Narhari Preni. The tracks was also performed at Basantapur among whom only a few succeed. The Coping with Grief event for the third time remarked, “This in the album vary from fast to romantic Durbar Square premises for the victims rest are trapped within physical and On September 3, the morning was event has helped me a lot. There has to musical fusion. who disappeared in ten years of the psychological abuse. quiet. People, who had lost their loved been a drastic change in the behavior of The event was followed by cultural conflict. (Yukta Bajracharya) my dog – in the good way, of course!” An interactive session followed the ones, gathered in the premises of New dance performances. (Mannat Shrestha) documentary screening where Tseten Era Institute, Battisputali for the talk The event takes place every Saturday answered queries of the audience. program “Coping with Grief” by Swami from 7 am to 9 am at Pako, New Road. Celebrating Teej with (Nimma Adhikari) Avadhutananda presented by Amar Jyoti Visit their facebook page ‘Dogs Nepal’ For a Better Foundation. Art for more information. (Smriti Basnet) Tomorrow On the eve of Teej, the whole town Spacey Rock Swamiji not only explained the meaning Living in the capital city where facilities was painted with colors red and green. of death but also the difference With Jarvis Khare on the vocals, overflow, we are eventually distanced Women were spotted dancing away between love and attachment. “There Light and Shade Raajib Sayami on the bass, Kiran Shahi from impoverished and undeveloped and the usual ritual of Darr took place is no one in this world who has not on the drums and Sunny Manandhar parts of our country. Chaudhary Group at every household. However, six lived with death of a loved one, but it is aka Suncha Vox on the lead guitar, Nepal, in hopes of lifting the veil that women artists planned to celebrate the about how you cope with the incident,” a new band entered the fore in an shuts privileged people from all the occasion in a slightly different manner. he said. “Time heals everything but we ever-growing Nepali music scene. The destitution that surrounds the country need to give time some time.” dreadlocked and jolly Jarvis Khare launched a social initiative: For a Better entertained the audience with his Amar Jyoti Foundation is a social Tomorrow. humorous attitude as well as powerful organization that was recently and distinct vocals. Performing covers The CG-GSL project, sponsored by the established in the memory of Amar Kathmandu College of Management, like Nirvana’s Smells Like Teen Spirit’ S.J.B Rana. Rana was a compassionate and numbers from their own album, “calls for the inclusion of service human being, a great sportsman and Nepal Art Council was full of happy Space Cake Break made for an learning in public school criteria” and artist. Keeping his interests in mind, children and happier parents on 3 entertaining night at the House of hopes to breed local responsibility. the organization aims to provide September during the end-year art Music on 2 September. A social initiative by KASAM (Kalikot scholarships in art and sports to exhibition put up by students of Spiny Sanitary Management Project) in potential students, helping them Giving the audience a dose of Space Babbler. While the walls showcased 43 collaboration with CG Nepal, this Sarita Dongol, Yuki Shirai, Pramila develop their skills through professional music, a music that incorporates four different art pieces created by students project has helped improve sanitary Bajracharya, Saurganga Darshandhari, guidance and coaching. It also offers different musical styles of the band aged five to fourteen, the room came conditions and build a safer and Gyanu Gurung and Jashmine support and companionship to members, the band certainly had a twist alive with the songs that these children healthier environment. Nikesh Todi, a Rajbhandari – women of exceptional the elderly who lack care-givers at to their songs as well as the covers sang. Puff the Magic Dragon and What second year student in KCM remarked, talent – gathered at Newa Chen Gallery home. Niti Rana, the founder of AJF, that they performed. “Inspired by the a Wonderful World were the two songs “Villagers knew about toilets but were in Patan Dhoka on 2 September to understands the grief of losing someone pop culture of soundscapes”, the band that were performed by the group. negligent overall,” and added, “They had display their exquisite art in order to and gives support to those who have fused classical rock, jazz, funk rock and the materials but had no will to build mark the special occasion of Teej. been through such incidents. “This is the result of the completion of alternative rock to give the audience a and change their habits.” the first year of a two year art course Beautifully lined up inside the well-lit taste of what’s to come in the future. The talk was not only inspirational but that Spiny Babbler is offering. The gallery, the artworks of these women (Pawas Manandhar) also very motivating. As the show got children are very enthusiastic and have displayed many a themes: of mother over, the attendees also felt lighter. The been learning concepts such as lines, and children, of trees and seasons, of event was followed by refreshments. lights and shades during their weekend sculptures and lifestyles. “The paintings Photo Challenge (Mannat Shrestha) classes,” informs Param Limbu, program displayed do not represent the theme arts representative for Spiny Babbler. of Teej, the whole idea of this art Prize Distribution The exhibition focused mainly on still exhibition was to promote young Aggressive to life and portrayed the potential of the and talented women artists,” shared little hands that found their art in daily Sarita Dongol. Moreover, etchings Mannered life objects such as cups and fruits. by Saurganga Darshandhari, which Having realized that it is important to portrayed the features of women of Ragini Upadhyay Grela was the chief explain it to the people rather than just Nepal, were also displayed in the gallery. guest at the exhibition. She expressed build toilets for them and leave it up her amazement upon viewing the Art lovers who came to view these to them, the approach of this project art works by kids of such young age paintings seemed to enjoy the paintings differs from the rest. They aim to and further encouraged the students. and the etchings. One of whom was contribute but at the same time hope “Art needs practice,” Upadhyay said, Maureen Drdak, a Fulbright scholar to achieve a sense of eco-consciousness The Image Park organized a prize emphasizing on the importance of hard who is very fond of Nepali art forms. among the villagers, which is why KCM distribution ceremony for the winners work and dedication in the field of art She remarked, “The exhibition is really of the 6th Photo Challenge on 3 students have personally requested while inspiring the young artists about the village to run an eco-club led by interesting and I really like how this has September at The Tantra. After much On 3 September, concerned pet owners the same. (Yukta Bajracharya) children. Additionally, KASAM also held been done to promote women artists. anticipation from the participants, the gathered at Pako, New Road with their workshops on hygiene at the local I am impressed with the dedication winners were announced and awarded. dogs in hopes of teaching them proper school where they provided soap bars and potentials of the artists but I wish dog etiquettes. With a completely According to the organizers, the Devika’s Tenth Solo to students and taught the children they had better support coming from different approach at handling dogs challenge got an overwhelming about the importance of cleanliness and the society.” All in all, the exhibition Prjawal Manandhar, a professional dog Album response from both amateur and even demonstrated how to wash their was a great hit and a fantastic way to trainer, led the training. For the last 20 years, Devika Bandana professional photographers. Out hands. (Smriti Basnet) celebrate Teej. 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27 28 minute 1with Miss Nepal 2011 Anupama Aura Gurung 30 August, Army Officers’ Club Miss Nepal Earth 2011 The venue was buzzing with curiosity and everyone had only one question: Who will be the next Miss Nepal? What was the first thing that came into The opening was delayed – disappointing yet predictable. Finally the your mind when they announced you as curtains were raised and 19 beautiful contestants walked the stage. the first runner-up? After abating a few glitches, the grand finale finally came by – the Mummy! This win is for you. final five question answer round. What made you take part in the Chief judge Yashovardhan Pradhan asked: “If women were to rule competition? the world, how different would it be by 2050?” All the contestants It was a spontaneous decision which I think was answered very well but one challenged him. Twenty-three year old one of the best decisions of my life. The reason Melina Joshi said, “I think women are already ruling the world, and was I wanted to embrace the challenges that I’m proud to be a woman!” 29 30 would reward me with the prestigious honor of representing my country as a proud Nepali It had been extremely difficult to select only three out of 19 woman. beautiful women but as it has always been said Miss Nepal is more about wits than appearance. Malina Joshi walked with the crown. If you were in the jury, what question “When I was here, I knew I could do it,” said the winner. Anupama would you ask the contestants? Aura Gurung and Sarina Makey came close to the title as first and If you were to be expecting, would you wish for second runners-up. your child to be male or female? And, why? Joshi who received a check of Rs. 50,000 will also get the What do you need to say to your fans who opportunity to work as an ambassador for the World Wildlife Fund were expecting you to win the crown? Nepal. She will also be representing Nepal in Miss World 2011 I’m overwhelmed by the extreme support and while Gurung and Maskey will participate in Miss Earth and Miss warmth from people all over and my personal International. message to them is winning the crown was my achievement, winning your hearts was my greatest glory! This is just the beginning; keep 1. Ruby Rana 2. Usha Khadgi 3. Sugarika KC 4. Sadichha Shrestha supporting me because you people are my core 5. Sahana Vajracharya 6. Samyukta Timalsena 7. Yashovardhan Pradhan motivation. I’d like to thank all who have been with me on this journey. 8. Simrika Sharma 9. Sneh Rana 10. Sailaja Acharya 11. Sumnima Dewan and Jayan Subba 12. Rajendra Bajgain 13. Ravi Bhakta If you had won the title, what would you Shrestha 14 Ranjit Acharya 15. Raymon Shrestha 16. Richa Thapa do? Magar 17. Ritu Singh Vaidhya 18. Shreya Sotang 19 Ciney Gurung I wouldn’t have done things differently. Just 20. Anupama Aura Gurung 21. Bhumika Thapa 22. Cabinet Shrestha like how I think it is important for me as Miss 23. Urvashi Rana 24. Yogeshwar Amatya 25. Romi Pradhan 26. Sweta Nepal Earth to fulfill my responsibilities during my tenure, I would do the same as Miss Nepal Singh 27. Dipak Kharel 28. Ajaya Bhadra Khanal 29. Manisha Bista World. In fact, I would like to believe whatever 30. Neha Paudel happens happens for the best, and I’m content with the outcome. 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3

4 6 7 8 9 Songs of Malhar Indian Cultural Centre on 26 August hosted Songs of Malhar. The program held at Durbar Hall saw Manmohan Thapaliya Sharma singing Raga Malhar while Ananta Prajapati played the tabla, veteran esraj player Santosh Bhakta Shrestha performed as a guest artist and other musicians supported on the harmonium, the sitar and the tanpura. Sharma started the program with Kaisi Bijari Chamak Rahi, a Hindi number which was followed by Sauney Jhari, his self-composed Nepali Malhar 5 10 song. His other performances include songs like Bijli Chamke Garje Barse, Ghan Ghan Gagan Barse, and ghazals and Sufi songs like Chaap Tilak and Premiere of Brake Fail Saawariya. September 1, Kumari Cinema Thapaliya concluded the program with a Sufi song – Damadam Mast Kalandar. Sharma is a scholar of ITC September 1 was the day when Richa Ghimire’s movie Sangeet Research Academy, Kolkata and previously ‘Brake fail’ was put to test. Kumari Cinema was a little learnt music under the guidance of Ustad Maqbool too crowded than usual. The parking lot was full and the Husain, Late Shri Shankar Mazumdar and Pandir Amit narrow lane leading to the theatre was jammed. The classic Mukherzee. 6 pink VW beetle that has been an icon for the movie also enjoyed its own share of limelight. The movie begins with an amazing music video by The 1. Manmohan Thapaliya Sharma 2. Dr. Neem Unity followed by a humorous scene. Subash Thapa, who Chandra Bhowmik 3. Jagdish Rana 4. Shekhar plays as a gay photo journalist Raj, is always in search of 11 Kharel 5. Archana Thapa 6. Dr. Geeti Sen happening news. Risha (Richa Ghimire), his best friend, is the most disastrous fashion designer. She is madly deeply in love with Dhoron Koirala (Rajesh Hamal). On a fateful day, when Raj is hunting for news, the friends come across Koshish (Niraj Baral) and Prayash (Bimlesh Adhikari) who cheat people for easy money so that they can go abroad to get a job. The fantastic four whose lives are like a car without brakes become good friends. Then Raj helps Rasi land a movie as a fashion designer. With her help, Koshish and Prayash also get small roles in the same movie. However they end up breaking the lead actor’s hand and are forced to run away. They then get caught up in a fake currency scam. That’s when the mystery of Mr. Dhoon unfolds and the fun begins. Although the movie has different elements of humor, 1. Bhuwan KC 2. Suresh Darpan one can see comedy scenes picked up from Bollywood Pokharel 3. Shankar Ghimire 4. Renasha movies. The plot too gets a little haywire. Just the way the Rai 5. Arunima Lamsal 6. Bimlesh two main characters keep running from people is kind of Adhikari 7. Richa Ghimire 8. Niraj Baral disoriented. Overall, Shankar Ghimire has done a better 9. Rekha Thapa 10. Satya Raj Acharya job, however, it does not rate below average and is okay if and Swaroop Raj Acharya 11. Asif Shah you want to watch it once. and Sudin Pokharel

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minute 1with 7 8 Dr. Samir M. Dixit and Dr. Lonim P. Dixit Highway’s Trailer Launch Executive Producers, Highway 3 September, Manny’s Eatery and Tapas Bar Directed by Deepak Rauniyar, HIghway – the The trailer released on 3 September gave a very definite impression of this movie movie – delves into five different relationship being out of the box compared to the mainstream Nepali cinema and its set- stories affected by a continuous bandh for 45 formula content. We talk to the executive producers about the much anticipated days. Highway and all that it can bring to the practice of film-making in Nepal. The movie is currently in its post-production As producers, what makes you claim that this movie is different stage and is claimed to be a ‘benchmark’ from others that have been made? in Nepali cinema with an international Unlike most – if not all – Nepali movies, Highway is an issue-based movie. It touch. The movie is a production of Aadi is not a formula film; there are no irrelevant extensions in the movie that do Productions in collaboration with Louverture not go with the theme. It has a certain aspect of brevity and it delivers the 9 10 Films with of young actors like , idea aptly. Karma, Reecha Sharma and Eelum Dixit acting The film is said to have an international audience. How are you alongside Mamata Rai and Rabindra Mishra planning to distribute the movie in the international market? from BBC. The film has been produced with Louverture Films which is our North “They say it takes a village, it took this cast American collaborator. They will be taking care of the international release. and crew. It feels good to be a catalyst,” Currently we are in discussion with a few Indian distributors and talks are shared Mita Hosali, producer of Kaalbela. going on for a release in India. When in particular will the anticipating audience get to watch the 1. Dr. Samir M. Dixit 2. Dr. Lonim P. Dixit movie after all? 3. Kanak Mani Dixit 4. Morten SJB Rana The film is being sent to the States for color correction and further editing 5. Sandj Wilderspin 6. Rabindra Mishra soon. We are also planning an on-air release of the soundtrack composed by 7. Dilbhusan Pathak 8. Mamata Rai 9. Suman Manoj KC and sung by Subani Moktan. Hopefully, it will be ready in the next Shakya 10. Nabin Subba four months. enterlet the good times begin tainment

MITA HOSALI maverick’s musings loves to observe, comment and sputter – but she hopes you take everything with a pinch of salt. When she is not penning her columns while living in Nepal, she works for the Cassavetes in Nepal United Nations in New York. “As an artist, I feel that we must try event of the film Highway. The had to adjust to the actors, compel- movie with that kind of money,” many things – but above all we must first feature film of Nepali direc- ling a semi-documentary style. smiled Subba wryly. dare to fail.” tor Deepak Rauniyar, Highway’s At the risk of sounding grandi- A modest investment in Nepali -John Cassavetes storyline emerged out of a similar ose, perhaps Glover was thinking films by foreign production houses of these similarities in drawing a and investors could go a long way, hat does a Greek- ill-fated bus journey from eastern parallel with Rauniyar. A filmmak- opening up new doors for Nepali American actor and Nepal to Kathmandu, disrupted by er with short films under his belt directors. The Louverture-sup- film-maker, something bandhs. Rauniyar is hopeful that (Chaukaith, Pooja) and a thirst for ported Thai film Uncle Boonmee of an accidental ge- his attempt to paint a picture of W making movies with a difference, Recalls his Past Lives earned the nius in the world of cinema, have Nepal immobilized by its bandh Rauniyar is possibly the actor’s Palme d’Or at Cannes in 2010 and in common with a young man who culture will speak to the hearts dream director. He allows his ac- was made with a budget of USD followed his dreams from Dharan and minds of all Nepalis, mired in tors to figure out how they want to 700,000. Rauniyar and his peers to Kathmandu in search of captur- a post-conflict era of government deliver their lines and encourages would dream of having a budget ing the truth, first in newsprint indecision and constitutional pa- improvisation. He has a script and like that. When Cassavetes made and then on celluloid? Not much, ralysis. Rauniyar’s first stroke of an outline but prefers first-time his first film Shadows with a except that driven quality, that luck was the faith placed in him by actors or theatre actors to star in handheld camera, it cost only USD quirkiness, and that fierce indepen- Sameer and Lonim Dixit who be- roles that are patterned on real-life 40,000 and won a prize at the 1960 dence in their search for an elusive lieved in his concept and invested people. He writes about topics that Venice Film Festival. In the Cas- Holy Grail in a world of cinema generousy in his film project. get under your skin because every- savetes mould, perhaps Rauniyar dominated by stereotypes, artifice The latest feather in Rauniyar’s will end up reaping the benefits and unbridled commercialism. cap comes from the international of his somewhat unique style, and Last Friday, the excitement A modest backing of the New York-based his barebones budget, even if his is was tangible at the trailer release production house of Danny Glov- investment in the road less traveled. er and Joslyn Barnes, Louverture Nepali films As the evening drew to a close, films. American actor Glover set by foreign I was reminded of another eve- up Louverture to encourage films ning in New York this spring at a that have social purpose, com- production houses friend’s birthday party. There I ran mercial value and artistic integ- and investors into a screenwriter friend whose rity. The value-added of executive could go a long brain I had been picking about producers is to provide guidance, Rauniyar’s next film Kaalbela fundraise and connect the dots way, opening up (The Hour of Darkness). I was not bringing together technical exper- new doors for feeling very bright and was trying tise and marketing prowess to raise Nepali directors. to slink away early. She insisted I the quality of the final product and should meet someone who might assure maximum exposure, includ- one realizes that these are the is- be interested in my film project ing navigating the festival route. sues that people care about – and idea. She dragged me across the Gearing up for a funding drive to these are the spectres everyone room to a tall, statuesque lady with cover post-production costs via is grappling with in their daily salt and pepper hair – I stumbled Movies at QFX the online Kickstarter.com site, lives. And he is passionate about through my pitch for Kaalbela, Glover praised Rauniyar’s talent, the need for Nepali film-makers Rauniyar and Nepali parallel cin- Mausam BodyGuard christening him “a Cassavetes in to carve their own space and wean ema, no less passionate than when Release Date: 31 August Release Date: 16 the making”. themselves away from what he I first met Deepak and signed on Lovely Singh is an September efficient and punctual A love story that starts I recall first seeing John Cas- considers a bad habit of making to help produce his dream film, guard who gives with mere adolescent savetes act in Rosemary’s Baby mediocre copies of films inspired Kaalbela. A conversation began, everything for his job. attraction develops into and then in a slew of lesser-known by other industries. we had more exchanges, and Given the assignment young love culminates of guarding Divya, he into togetherness. But films. The public accolades for his In talking to some members of within a few months, Louverture becomes more of not before sacrificing work were slow in coming over his the film fraternity present, I sensed became our partner. That lady a hindrance to her a lot. It is a passionate lifetime, although critical apprecia- genuine excitement at Rauniyar’s was Joslyn Barnes – and this is our activities and to get rid love story which sees, of him, Divya comes up as its background tion, awards and nominations were good fortune, with murmurs of tale of Luck by Chance. For those with a plan to find the various shades of life, aplenty. Cassavetes used handheld a possible ripple effect for others. who struggle with their dreams of Mere Brother Ki perfect match for Singh questioning us and yet Dulhan cameras and enjoined friends to Manoj Pandit was reflecting on the making movies that matter, an im- and so begins their story. not becoming indulgent. Release Date: 9 Cast: Sahid Kapoor, Sonam act in his movies, offering them a difficulties of distributing a film modest thought perchance – let’s Cast: Salman Khan, Kareena September Kapoor, Mahesh Manjrekar and Kapoor and others share of the profits but rarely giv- like even in neigh- hope this heralds more recogni- Satrughan Sinha A musical romantic Director: Pankaj Kapoor bouring India and was delighted tion for Nepali film-makers and Director: Atul Agnihotri comedy set amongst ing them the promise of big bucks the upper middle class or Oscar winnings. He handed at a screening at Delhi’s Jawaha- the stirrings of a new wave of Ne- families of North India, out screenplays and dialogues but rlal Nehru University. According pali cinema. ! this is a topsy-turvy to Navin Subba, the long-awaited story which takes you left it to his actors to interpret and Highway is about five interwoven relationships which deliver. Cassavetes resented be- Goodbye Kathmandu was fund- unfold over the course of a bus journey from eastern on a fun-filled ride of Nepal to Kathmandu. It captures, with sensitivity and humor and romance. ing saddled with the “improvisa- ed by a cooperative effort, with in- humour, the perennial problem of bandhs in Nepal, the Cast: Imran Khan, Katrina Kaif tion” label because his films were dividual financiers, some of whom ordinary human beings whose lives are affected by this and Ali Zafar and their frustrations over the bandh culture, mirroring Director: Siddhique R scripted; but he enjoyed the power put in Rs. 200,000. Then the price both the stalled political circumstances of the country of accidents and surprises. He in- tag for a post-production com- and their own psychological bandhs. It is set for re- lease in early 2012. More information is available on sisted on not blocking or lighting ponent in India came in at USD www.facebook.com/filmhighway and the trailer can be www.qfxcinemas.com, 4442220 elaborately beforehand; the camera 20,000. “I could make a whole new viewed at http://www.facebook.com/filmhighway?sk =app_128953167177144 gourfor the adventurous palatemet food tasting Mediterranean Meals at

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he Olive Garden at the rant is open only for dinner and chosen by Sreejith Kartha, Ex- tainer – it seemed more suited the friendliness and professional- Radisson Hotel, a favourite caters to a host of high-profile ecutive Chef with Radisson. to an Indian restaurant – none ism of the restaurant staff. of corporates and families guests from local corporate cli- The items featured are from of the bread and pesto or olive Dr. Durgesh Man Singh and Talike, has the perfect am- ents to visiting VIPs. Thapa em- the upcoming menu which will oil that one would expect at an his wife enjoyed the food and es- bience for to discuss a business phasizes, “Being a five-star ho- be launched next month. Chef Italian restaurant. Mr. Tuladhar pecially commented on the high proposal or share a meal with tel, we have a lot of high profile Kartha, who came to Nepal only put it aptly saying, “We like it, of level of service at the restaurant. friends. guests staying here and they love five months back, developed this course, but it’s not really appro- They rated the food 5/5 overall Kabir Jung Thapa, Food and the restaurant.” menu and is excited to see how priate for the restaurant.” taking into account the taste, Beverage Manager at the Radis- Three couples – Dr. Durgesh the customers will respond. “Ev- About 15 minutes into the presentation, aroma, and portion son Hotel describes the restau- Man Singh, former ambassador ery city is different, and there evening, while we were digging size. He opted for the Chicken rant as “specializing in Med- to India and wife Mira; Binod is always so much to learn,” he into the peanuts and chips (no Roulade with Champagne and iterranean cuisine Ratna Tuladhar, MD of Blue- says. matter how inappropriate, it is cheese sauce which was his fa- covering that en- bird Mall and wife Kamal Kes- always an irresistible snack), vorite dish of the evening. tire coastline.” hari Tuladhar, Director of Kool the bread and breadsticks came Binod Ratna Tuladhar and The restau- Kids; and Atish K. Shrestha, Chef Kartha accompanied by almost-melted wife Kamal Kesari Tuladhar used Country Manager (Nepal and developed Amul butter tubs. All the couples to be frequent visitors to Olive Bhutan) for Western Union and this menu and suggested that using Nepali/lo- Garden but have shifted loyalties wife Rajita Shrestha, Marketing cal butter might have been a bet- closer to home to Jhamel. Manager with Shikhar Insur- is excited to ter idea – and it definitely needs Mr. Tuladhar, who says he is ance – were invited to experience see how the to be served frozen. more into healthy food options a meal at Radisson’s signature customers will Besides these minor faux pas, like salads, was looking forward restaurant. the experience was a pleasure for to the asparagus cheese parcels We shared restaurant respond. all the guests. All three couples with saffron garlic hollandaise. horror stories and rec- were happy with the food and en- When it finally came, it met his ommendations while Olive Garden is a restaurant joyed the ambience. They praised expectations – he rated the dish we waited for the food which keeps its customers com- 4 out of 5 for portion, aroma to come. All the ing back. Atish and Rajita Shrest- guests knew each ha who visit the restaurant quite other – it was like often said, “The quiet ambience Question of the Week a meal among makes us keep coming back for friends – so enjoyable meals,” adding, “The we didn’t portion size is perfect, so you can Tennessee whiskey is known for its sweet mind the have a full course meal with en- finish, credited to the wait. trée, main course, and dessert.” Lincoln County Process. The Chef Kartha recommends the In USA, only two Since 2004 companies produce Live Music Wednesdays & Fridays, 8 pm onwards menu Himalayan Trout at the Olive Tennessee, one being was Garden. “It is our most popular Jack Daniel's. Which is Hotel Narayani Complex, Pulchowk, Lalitpur dish and almost everyone who the other? T: 5521408, 5549504 | E: [email protected] has tried it comes back and or- Send in your answers with your contact details by 11 September, not later than ders it again,” he says. 2 pm, to [email protected]. A lucky winner from among the right Despite the fine dining ambi- entries receives a food and drinks voucher worth Rs. 2,000 from Absolute Bar. ence, some of the finer details Answer to last week's question were not taken care of. The As early as 15th century, vodka was used to make gunpowder. This use should guests all commented on the not be confused with that of gunpowder rum limited to testing the strength of introductory peanut the either and not for combat purpose. Last week's winner: Mr. Saugat Karki, Budhanilkantha and chips platter Congratulations Mr. Karki! You are requested to kindly drop in at ECS Media that came in to collect your cash voucher. The voucher is valid until 2 October. a steel con- Check this space next week for the correct answer and the lucky winner. gourmet Fr!day Issue 84 | 14 September 2011 15

Atish Shrestha and wife Ra- mented on the consistency of the jita enjoyed the meal. food over the years, adding that The first thing Mr. Shrestha the prawns were “tender and noticed on the menu was the lack perfectly cooked.” of “leafy” vegetables which he was looking forward to. Howev- er, once the food came, his initial disappointment disappeared and he rated the food an average of 4 on all counts. The couple both opted for the asparagus cheese parcels, seafood bisque and jumbo prawns, varying only on the des- sert. They were delighted with the asparagus cheese parcels, ex- Atish and Rajita Shrestha claiming that everything about it was perfect – the portion, the and taste. The presentation was presentation and the taste. This a 5 on 5 for him. In keeping with is one dish they would recom- his health conscious selection, he mend to anyone, they said. ordered Beetroot Borscht, which Dr. Durgesh Man and Mira Singh he said he had for the first time in The dessert, however, was a his life. He really enjoyed the soup disappointment for them both. and rated it an average of 4. Mr. Shrestha ordered the stewed Mrs. Tuladhar, who looked fruits milliefeuille and said, “It at the menu options and said, was too sweet and not really “Of course, I’ll go for the sea- fruity. It could have been better.” food bisque and jumbo prawns” For Mrs. Shrestha, the tiramisu was happy with both dishes, rat- did not meet her expectations. ing them both at an average of Overall they loved the food 4. The bisque in particular was and the service. “Radisson is “creamy and delicious” but she always a very good host – car- expected more sea-food vari- ing and observant,” the couple ety in it. Mr. Tuladhar enjoyed agreed. Their one suggestion for both dishes too, but commented improvement would be to change that the prawns were not hot the peanuts and chips platter to when served, which took away Binod and Kamal Tuladhar bread and olive oil/pesto sauce from the overall enjoyment of Mr. Shrestha also loved the and to serve butter that is well the dish. The couple ordered the seafood bisque, saying every- frozen. ! Wild Berry Tiramisu for dessert thing it was “just right, [I] would but they were disappointed with rate this seafood bisque as one of food bites it – Mr. Tuladhar chose to put it the best I have had in town.” very diplomatically and said, “I They both loved the skew- Sarina Maskey have had better Tiramisu”. ered jumbo prawns with mush- All in all, they were happy room risotto. Mrs. Shrestha Miss Nepal International 2011 with the service, ambience and said, “These prawns were re- She is 5 ft and half – a little This diet actually helped me lose food. Both said they would rec- ally jumbo. The taste was truly taller than the average Nepali four kg. ommend the restaurant and the woman and has a million yummy – I have no other words Where can we find you experience of Olive Garden. to express it!” Mr. Shrestha com- dollar smile. On 30 August, 24 year old Sarina Maskey during work lunch? was crowned 2nd Runner Usually I am at Sangam or Royal Up at Miss Nepal 2011 . Saino for work lunch. The title holder will now be Which restaurant in representing Nepal in Miss Kathmandu do you think is dish do you think would’ve International 2011 at Chengdu, overpriced? won the crown? on 24 October. The I do not think any restaurant in I think it would be local Nepali beauty queen has Kathmandu is overpriced. Some chicken. worked with Kalika FM as restaurants compensate with If you were living abroad, an RJ in Narayangadh and is the above average price with what would you miss most currently pursuing her MBA the service. However, I think from home? in Banking and Insurance most restaurants in Durbarmarg, I would miss everything, in KFA Business School in which are generally thought to be especially my mom’s cooking. Kathmandu. Excerpts from overpriced, are really good. Everything she cooks, even if our conversation about her it’s simple, still tastes wonderful gourmet opinions: Your favorite hangout spots? I’m usually at my hostel or as she puts in a lot of love. What was your diet like Skewered jumbo prawns with mushroom risotto hanging out at a friend’s place. One food you are really during your Miss Nepal Other places include Zoom Café, fond of and places that Training? KFC and Royal Saino. serve your favorite items? Well my diet during the I’m really fond of momos training was very minimal. 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market insight bazaarmarkets & launches A New Jewel Sujit Shakya CEO, Jewels Enterprises Jewels Enterprises was established two years ago with the aim of producing gold jewelry with latest Trendy Envy in Jawalakhel designs, using latest machines and technologies and wholesale supply – that too in great volumes. Envy – the multi branded shoes and handbag store – situated amidst the Jewels Enterprises recently launched its retail shop at Pulchowk, Lalitpur. Although Jewels primarily bustle of Durbar Marg is launching its outlet in Jawalakhel in the second deals with jewelry wholesale, it wishes to keep in touch with every single customer and hence the week of September. Ladies are in for a treat for the store has to offer retail outlet was opened to benefit the customers. The outlet features various benefits for customers variety of classy and trendy shoes and an assortment of bags. such as 100 quality products of the latest fashion at competitive prices, 100 percent buyback Having spotted women in trendy heels and having seen an accelerating guarantee, exchange, and an extensive online catalog with over 1,000 products. CEO Sujit Shakya increase in the shoes and handbags sale all over the valley, Envy store, with shares with us, a few words on the recent venture. its chic shoes and hip bags is here to promote the growing trend. MD Shanti Maya Sherpa remarks, “I think most women are naturally drawn How was the concept of Jewels Enterprises – as a retail and wholesale outlet – born? towards shoes and handbags. You might have the prettiest dress; you’ve got The concept of establishing Jewels Enterprises primarily is manufacturing jewelry items at its workshop to top it with the right shoes. Recently, both younger and older generations through skilled domestic craftsmen which will help encourage domestic employment and supply quality, have become more open to newer styles and color, rather than just going cheaper, exclusively design jewelry in wholesale price and in retail as well under a single roof. for something safe like black.” How do you plan to attract people into buying gold items despite the rapidly increasing gold prices? Women of all ages can enjoy what the store has to offer. From comfy If we look at the previous trend of gold market, it has always been upward. Stocking of gold is taken to be a pumps to sexy stilettos, the store has it all. With handbags, the store has safe investment. Gold items have never let the owners down, they have borne benefits. We want people to on offer ranges of wedding bags, satchels, hobo bags and totes. Keeping the know that in spite of the short-term fluctuations, price of gold eventually increases in the long run. We also latest trend in mind, the store carries products from design houses like have attractive schemes that will encourage buyers. Aldo, Burberry, Kate Spade, Vince Camuto, Salvatore Ferragamo, BCBG, and In comparison to other jewelry shops, what is the advantage that consumers have while buying Michael Kors. at Jewels Enterprises? Men are not to fret either. Envy will soon be introducing products for men As per the concept of Jewels Enterprises, customers can enjoy the wide variety of exclusive designs that too too. As of now, the store will present a special discount offer of 15 percent in a reasonable price and reliable quality – items which customer can rely on. Each item is inscribed with company hallmark and provided with a detailed purchase bill. Eventually, if the item is either damaged or out on all items for week from the day of opening. Grab that purse and run for of fashion, customers are assured to get back value of the metal. (Yukta Bajracharya) it! (Smriti Basnet) Italian Wine in Kathmandu Yamaha Bike Station Opens Global Trading Private Limited has formally started the distribution With a customer centric theme and a well Along with these facilities, YBS also has an instant of the Italian wine Villa Cardini facilitated service center, MAW Enterprises, finance desk which facilitates instant finances with Chianti. The wine has an immensely the sole distributor of Yamaha motorcycles, has low interest rates and amicable terms. Customers vinous bouquet with a fragrance officially opened Yamaha’s new showroom and also get to choose from a wide array of accessories of violet and is suitable for an service center – Yamaha Bike Station (YBS) at ranging from branded jackets and gloves to helmets entire meal. The wine, made from Tripureshwor as part of the Yes! Yamaha campaign. at YBS. “As the workshop is an international grapes of Sangiovese and Canitello, Not only does YBS house a well-maintained auto standard service station, it has now set the contains 2.5 volume of alcohol and showroom with a spacious lounge for customers benchmark for Nepal’s automobile service centers is available at Rs. 1,027. but also a service center that uses state-of-the-art and showrooms,” reads a press release issued by machines to clean, repair and keep the customer’s MAW. (Pawas Manandhar) Contact: 9849676676 automobiles in tune.

market insight Dragon Ups Frequency Thomas Bellamy Manager - Nepal, Dragonair Dragonair is a part of the Cathay Pacific Group and a -based airline. Dragonair has operated flights to the Kathmandu city since December 2007. Recently, they have increased the flight service to daily from three in the summer schedule. In this regard, we talk to Thomas Bellamy, Manager - Nepal for more information on the increase in frequency.

Has there been an increase in the rate of tourist arrival through your carrier? The traditional season for inbound is from mid-September through to November. We had good traffic over that period in 2010 and we increased our flights to daily from the beginning of September this year. As to whether the rate at which tourists arrive will increase in 2011, we will have to wait and see. We certainly hope it does. Is it just the frequency that has increased or have you also increased the number of carriers in your fleet? We have increased our frequency to daily on the Kathmandu – Hong Kong route. Cathay Pacific and Dragonair also continue to take delivery of new aircraft to our hub in Hong Kong and then those aircraft are deployed where we need them. The Cathay Pacific Group has over 130 passenger aircraft and can connect passengers to over 140 destinations.

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Readers are encouraged to write to us at [email protected] highspirits for the love of drinking Learning to Mix A novice’s journey into the magical world of drinks – VS here comes a point in “Today we shall make drinks take the next best alternative – slice and spice it up with cloves. life when the daily mo- with apple and vodka as base.” use fresh apple. I cut the apple in The taste master pronounces we basil and Malibu – both having notony starts taking its Little did I know that the after- half and proceed to muddle it in needed to do better. very distinctive strong flavours. toll on your spirits. A few noon – one and a half hour long a Boston shaker (A cocktail shaker The apple and vodka base re- T Call it what-you-want but we main. But this one is a huge dis- weeks back I found myself on of it – would be fraught with is a device used to mix beverages, the brink. My life had sort of disappointments galore inter- usually alcoholic, by shaking. When coined it ‘Dirty Apple’ – a appointment to us all. The Mal- variation of the Dirty Martini plateau’d. I needed to recharge, spersed at times with moments ice is put in the shaker, it allows for ibu does not complement other Not that I was high on mix- revitalize, reorganize and reori- of mixing glory? a quicker cooling of the drink before flavours. This is a boon because ing the first cocktail of my life, ent. I took to drinks. I go behind the bar and get serving. Source – Wikipedia). With Sandeep’s rapidly creative mind but I suggested spin-offs of the No, I did not succumb to down to business. Sandeep the muddled apple goes in 45 ml suggested that we might fare classic appletini. Sandeep sug- the pressures of life. I took to stands at the counter and fires a of vodka, 5 ml of peach schnapps better if we tried a tomato puree gested a combination compris- drinks sensibly. I persuaded a salvo of instructions. I try and (which would act as a modifier to base as in Bloody Mary. Voila! ing Bianca Martini (vermouth creative chap to introduce me keep up. At times I need to ask the base drink – vodka in this Our fourth drink was born. – classified as aromatized wine), to mixing drinks and hoped him to slow down to jot down case), a dash of lime, and for a and olives. The fresh apple base The Crowning Glory – Bloody that would provide me the much what I am doing in sequence for sweet-sour mix 5 ml of sugar was to stay. What went in to the Mary with shredded basil and needed break from a patterned later reference. syrup. The last additives are six shaker was this: muddled apple fresh muddled apple existence. I hoped alcohol, and Appletini ice cubes. And then I proceed to and four olives, 30 ml of vodka, For this one, I muddle half the subtle mixes of it, would get This is the first cocktail we shake. Sandeep and Himal smile 5 ml of Martini Bianca and 30 an apple first, to which I add 90 my creative juices flowing. make. We, since Himal Dangi as I go about the shaking with ml of olive juice. The tasting ml tomato puree, 60 ml vodka, 5 My first lesson started halt- (who works at the bar), faith- some difficulty. Sandeep explains happens. Sandeep announces dashes of Tabasco, a couple of ingly on a Saturday afternoon fully stands by my side reaching that the shaker is held close to the with a practised flair, “We need dashes of Worcestershire sauce, at the bar at Bu Keba – The me ingredients as I fumble my ears, on both sides, to hear the a dash of sugar syrup.” I happi- a pinch of salt, a pinch of black Organic Village Café, located way around. First, we prepare clinking of the ice. It also gives ly comply. A click of Sandeep’s pepper, four finely shredded ba- at Bakhundole. I was desperate the cocktail glass in which the the mixer an indication when tongue and the accompanying sil leaves and a couple dashes to prove to myself and to my drink is to be served. Ice cubes to stop. After about 15 seconds smile tells me that I might have of lemon juice. The result: an patient coach that I was not a are placed, a bit of water is added (when my hands start hurting scored a hit. Sandeep confirms. amazing cocktail on the Bloody newbie when it came to drinks. and I am asked to swirl it ‘clock- and becoming numb; remember Mary platform. Without much of an intro, San- wise’. This is to give the frosted the cubes of ice that went in?) I Appletini with fresh basil and If you talk about getting to deep Khatri (the same gentle- effect to the glass and cool it be- stop. Next, I strain the mix into Malibu know drinks up, close and person- man who writes regularly in the low room temperature. There the frosted cocktail glass. For Emboldened by my hit, I try al, this has to be it. Until the next Gourmet section) announced, is no apple juice available so we garnish, we cut a rounded apple another variation – one with instalment, drink responsibly !