A dreamer, doer, thinker A passionate hotelier and a globetrotter, Sinead O’ Reilly-Henell, General Manager at Hyatt Regency Kathmandu shares her fondness for Nepal with Travel & Lifestyle Getting to know Sinead O’ Reilly-Henell better Your favourite hangout in Kathmandu Gokarna Golf Club — great view with interesting wildlife and a nice golf course. Your favourite place to shop Boudhanath Stupa, it has so many unique little shops where you will find the most interesting objects. Your most memorable moment in Nepal Jeep Safari in Chitwan National Park where we encountered wild rhinos. Favourite getaway in Nepal Three most important things you carry A copy of my passport, mosquito repellent spray and my phone. A dish that you love preparing Camembert cheese covered on top with honey, crushed nuts and chopped berries, baked in the oven. Your best Nepali dish Jhaneko Saag, which is made from fresh spinach leaves sautéed with just garlic and chilli and flavoured with mild Nepali spices. It is very tasty, light and healthy. Your favourite hotel in Nepal (excluding Hyatt). Dwarika’s Hotel. Its interior is unique with amazing wood work and they have a lovely garden. Best place to shop in Nepal. Bhat-Bhateni — you can find everything you need! Q&A with Sinead O’ Reilly-Henell How has your stay in Nepal been so far? Interesting and challenging I must admit. I arrived in Kathmandu during the festive season and the weather was beautiful. The skies were blue and the sunshine lovely. Coming from a place with temperature dropping to minus 35 at times, it was a welcome change for us. From the day we landed here till today, the journey has been one of a kind. What fascinates you about the hotels in Nepal? The hotel industry here in Nepal finds its roots steeped in history and is driven by a passion to promote Nepal. For me, it is fascinating to see old- age charm being combined with modern day amenities, while staying true to genuine Nepali hospitality. Her top 10 things to do in Nepal Sinead O’ Reilly-Henell five things to try in Nepal