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Savor the Single Malt that’s Made in Nepal

Jul 04, 2019
J89, the single malt whiskey, was something I had been eyeing for quite a while now. With the unique and mysterious look it gave off, J89 intrigued me. The ‘J’ in J89 refers to the batch of Irish oak...

Pop Open Sparkles

Jun 20, 2019
There’s a new sparkling wine in town, and tonight I sat down with a friend to give it a try; the award-winning Hoya de Cadenas: Cava Brut Nature. On opening the bottle and pouring ourselves a g...

Symphony of Refreshers

Jun 13, 2019
The valley is known to have its fair share of hidden lounges and bars that are perfect to unwind after a tiring workday. One of the recently established is Symphony Bar and Lounge, located at Hattisar...

Casa Lounge Bar: A Place to Unwind

May 23, 2019
Running since 2017, and located on the third floor of Sherpa Mall, Durbarmarg, Casa is a cozy place that’s perfect for unwinding with friends and family after a tiresome week. The name “casa” meaning...

Healthy Mocktails

Apr 12, 2019
I think all the ladies who frequent bars to loosen up from the oh so stressful daily life are familiar with cocktails or mocktails. Nothing gets us to de-stress like a shot of Bloody Mary or some good...

Cozying it up at The Nest

Apr 01, 2019
With spring vibes in the air, it's the time of year when everyone in the city comes out of hibernation and celebrates the end of a long winter; hanging out with friends, sipping beer and cocktails...

Cover Story The Colors of Happiness

Mar 31, 2019
Nikita Chandak Holi and Diwali festivals are those that remind me of my family the most, and are very close to my heart. I have always celebrated Holi either in my boarding schools or back home in...

The Ultimate Drinking Games

Mar 31, 2019
Looking for a way to get drunk while having the best time with your loved ones? And drink the night away playing games? It should go without saying, but these games are only for those of drinking age,...

​Sweet Flavors of Nepal

Jan 08, 2019
  Canvas Canvas Wine is a product of Sankata Wine and Beverage Pvt. Limited (SWB), Kavre, whichhas one of the most modern manufacturing facilities in the country that is completely automate...

A Short Story about Cocktails

Dec 25, 2018
Cocktails have always been a popular drink among youngsters to get boozed up for a night, and unlike a single alcohol-containing peg, cocktails are rich in flavors. For the taste of diverse elements a...

Shoot, Sip, or Gulp, Anything Goes

Dec 20, 2018
Yesterday, my evening was a delicious one. All by my lonesome, as is the norm, I stir-fried some mutton brain, powdered with a little gram flour and some salt and pepper. I left it slightly un-cooked,...

Drinks and Music, the Ultimate Pleasure Principle

Nov 26, 2018
Often, when you are deciding what to do when you meet up with your friends, for a family gathering, or a festival, the first thought is to get together and listen to some music and too often, have a f...

Close Encounter of the Spirit(ual) Kind

Nov 02, 2018
My veins pump out half Newar blood. And yet, I'm beyond disconnected from my half culture for reasons I have not pondered upon much. So when I approached a friend to ask her to write an article ab...

Tequila Love, an Ode to Drinking the Best of Mexico

Oct 24, 2018
One of the most recent new drinks in Nepal has long been one of the most popular in the West.  Almost every drinker in North America (and South America and Europe, as well) is familiar with Tequi...

Why Is Wine Served In A Wine Glass?

Oct 01, 2018
It is virtually a global standard that wine is served in a wine glass. Brands like Riedel andZalto have built entire companies producing nothing but wine glasses. Glassware varies from simple and inex...

The Basics of Whiskey Tasting

Sep 13, 2018
Everything you never wanted to know about whiskey tasting! Historically, Nepal has preferred hard liquor as the drink of choice, and whiskey is one of the fastest growing products. Discerning consu...

Lady’s Night

Aug 24, 2018
The night has fallen, and the lights are on. The DJs are ready, and the party animals are on the way. With the music popping up in the street, girls are swinging with their friends in the club, enjoyi...

Bira 91, for Sure!

Aug 09, 2018
I have three bottles of as new brand of craft beer before me. I have to drink all three this evening. Imagine! Oh, the trials and tribulations we writers have to go through! Well, now, without more ad...

The Charisma of Success Budweiser and the World Cup

Aug 03, 2018
Budweiser is an American-style pale lager beer, says Wikipedia. I get a bit confused with this American-style kind of thing, since it really doesn’t mean anything much. What is more important is...

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Indian heart-throb in Nepal!

Karan Kundra was here in Nepal to host and judge the fashion event ‘Face of Marwadi’ held in Hotel Annapurna, where Esparsh Sarawagi from Fr!day interviewed the actor and found out more ab...

Looking Past the Superficial

So let’s get right to the point: I think that all of us human beings have been body shamed at one point in our lives. It does not matter what gender you are or what size you are, you have probab...

To A Healthier You

Whether it’s a big life event that you want to look fit for, or simply a lifestyle change, you must have experienced the side effects crash diets bring. Lower numbers on the weighing scale, perh...

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A Plateful of Assam

A tribal setting in the middle of nowhere provided the perfect backdrop to a culinary experience that maximizes natural ingredients for unparalleled deliciousness

Indian heart-throb in Nepal!

Karan Kundra was here in Nepal to host and judge the fashion event ‘Face of Marwadi’ held in Hotel Annapurna, where Esparsh Sarawagi from Fr!day interviewed the actor and found out more ab...

Fr!day’s Wet Weather Driving Tips

With the monsoon season kicking off, riding through the almost daily afternoon showers can be very challenging for two wheeler riders. The rain brings the beautiful fresh smell of nature and a cleaner...