Herbs & spices that heal

Published On: April 19, 2019 08:06 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Herbs and spices play a significant role in the way we cook and consume food. Both herbs and spices come from plants but herbs are obtained from the leaves whereas spices are obtained from the root, seeds, flower, or bark portion of the plant. However, herbs and spices do more than just enhance food flavor.

Winner winner?

Published On: April 19, 2019 08:01 AM NPT By: Gunjan Upadhyay

At first, the kid seemed like any other kid his age – head down engrossed in his mobile phone as we sat in a hotel lobby. Then started what can only be described as frantic, almost hysterical screaming at his phone as he started relaying instructions to someone via his earpiece imploring them to go left, right, or kill.

To cry or not to cry

Published On: April 19, 2019 07:52 AM NPT By: Rakshya Khadka

One of my earliest memories is of watching black and white Bollywood movies. I can barely remember them but I recall these movies as having isolated shots, dialogues that echoed (quite literally) and tragic storylines.

V for Vegan

Published On: April 19, 2019 07:43 AM NPT By: URZA ACHARYA

Going vegan is actually a piece of cake, say the vegans we spoke to but, according to experts, a vegan lifestyle can be challenging, especially health wise. One has to find alternate food sources to compensate for the required nutrients such as proteins, minerals, and vitamins that are mainly found in meat and dairy products.

A delightful escape

Published On: April 12, 2019 12:36 PM NPT By: URZA ACHARYA

Husband and wife duo Chuck Han and Siwon Choi started Salon De Kathmandu, a cafe and bistro in July 2016. According to Han, he accidentally stumbled upon the property that now houses Salon de Kathmandu and a bed and breakfast called Maison de Kathmandu and was immediately taken by the large garden. “I could see it being a place where people could come in and enjoy some peace and quiet,” he says.

IN PICTURES: Serenity of Stupas

Published On: April 12, 2019 09:31 AM NPT By: Pratik Rayamajhi

When you think of stupas, what immediately comes to your mind? I can bet most of you probably thought of either Boudhanath or Swayambhunath. After all, these are the two most popular stupas that people often visit. But there are hundreds of these monuments scattered throughout Kathmandu and Nepal in general. Although we are familiar with this hemispherical mound base that supports a tall thin umbrella-like structure of stupas, it’s built in other shapes and architectural designs around the world too.

Styling Dresses

Published On: April 12, 2019 09:22 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Dresses are probably the most fuss free and easy to wear clothing item. You don’t have to worry about putting a whole outfit (with multiple layers and pieces) together, just throw on a dress and head out. But, while doing this, a lot of people downplay dress’ potential as a versatile piece of clothing. Here are some tips to help you style your dresses better.

A young fashion designer’s debut collection

Published On: April 12, 2019 09:13 AM NPT By: Anweiti Upadhyay

21-year-old Aagya Khanal is all set to unveil her debut collection of her fashion line, Sansa, on April 17, 2019. Khanal has been exploring different creative fields since she was a teenager. Today, she’s a musician, dancer, makeup artist, stunt rider, and a fashion designer. “Trying out different things makes it easier for you to realize what you want and don’t want to do in life,” she says. And although Khanal claims to still enjoy all the creative ventures she’s dabbled in, fashion designing seems to be her calling.

Life in Black & White

Published On: April 12, 2019 09:05 AM NPT By: URZA ACHARYA

Instagram has become a haven for budding photographers to showcase their photography skills as well as learn from other professional photographers. One such photo enthusiast is Prajwal Bhattarai who has been capturing moments and people of Kathmandu on his Instagram account @nepzie. If you were to go check out his page on Instagram, you will see a feed entirely in black and white with an occasional splash of color here and there. All these images reflect life in Kathmandu as well as places around Nepal.

The weight od Dreams

Published On: April 12, 2019 09:01 AM NPT By: The Week Bureau

Having grown up as a karateka (karate player), Manisha never imagined she would become a weightlifter. In fact, for the majority of her life she never knew that weightlifting itself was a recognized stream of sports. A third dan black belt in karate, 197 medals in karate and 12 best player awards, Manisha always dreamed of competing at the national level in karate but she was compelled to give up the game before ever qualifying for it.