Asian fusion restaurants are especially popular around the Western world, and they are picking up popularity in Beijing at the moment too. Here are our picks of some fusion cuisine restaurants to try around the city. Read More>>
The aspect of Hutongs that attracts many visitors is their careful synthesis of Western commercial and social style, in a traditional Chinese format, and the manner in which they are substantially cut off from the rat race that characterises the hustle and ... Read More>>
Beijing has a lot of high-end, fancy restaurants, but everybody likes to slum it from time to time. Here are a few of Beijing’s best student restaurants, for when you want Western food on a budget. Read More>>
The role of food in Beijing's social scene cannot be overstated. Kitchens continue to fire up dishes until the wee hours of the morning, with many restaurants serving food 24/7. For those prone to late-night munchies, Beijing is the most accommodating city, ... Read More>>
It’s been a while since we have evaluated Beijing’s pizza scene, which has grown so much in the last few years. These are our eight top picks for fixing that pizza craving in Beijing. Read More>>
The eight traditions of Chinese cooking are divided by province. They are: Anhui, Guangdong (Cantonese), Fujian, Hunan, Jiangsu, Shandong, Sichuan, and Zhejiang. In this two part series, we guide you through China’s most famous cuisine and where to enjoy ... Read More>>
Although the Village in Sanlitun Beijing is becoming outrageously expensive, never fear for meal deals are here. Below are some of the best New Openings in terms of quality and affordability the Village has to offer. Read More>>
You’ve got hungry visitors on your hands, and possibly wary ones too after all the tales they’ve heard. But we Beijingers know just how tantalising the cuisines of the capital can be. So, cross off the weird and wonderful, and show those tourist taste buds... Read More>>
It is truly difficult to imagine how anyone could dislike cheese. It’s sometimes rich, soft, mild, hard, creamy, pungent, sharp, smooth, herb coated or nut crusted; it is cheese and it is delicious. Beijing is an enormously populated city with a cheese ... Read More>>
The eight traditional cuisines of China reside mainly in the Han-majority regions, including Hunan and Jiangsu, but what of the rest of the country? This piece will explore – somewhat controversially – the tastes of China’s ethnic regions. Read More>>
Beijing offers a multitude of cuisine from different provinces across China, but Yunnan cuisine is definitely high up on the popularity list. From spicy mint salads to grilled goats cheese slices, Yunnan food is a treat to the palate. Here we introduce six ... Read More>>
Beijing is a city of convenience, that is clear. However, a lot more can be delivered than you expected. This is a run down of six unexpected things that you didn’t think you could order, but that you can. Read More>>
If you are one of the many people who use coffee shops for several hours of studying or work, you might want to consider this question: What is the bathroom like? Here’s a list of some of Beijing’s coffee locations and explanations of how their bathrooms ... Read More>>
Middle Eastern restaurants remain something of a niche in Beijing. Though increasing in number, they don’t come anywhere near to say, Italian or Thai places. The Middle East, on the whole, is more of an importer than exporter. A stunning 90% of Saudi ... Read More>>
Trying to beat the heat this summer? Give these creative hot-pot spots a try. We promise they will not fail to disappoint! Read More>>
Without a doubt, wine is becoming more and more accessible in Beijing. Gone are the days when the only options were a bottle of Changyu from the corner shop or a bottle of generic French red from the Friendship Store. Finding good value wine – that suits ... Read More>>
Beijing has a dizzying selection of sit-down restaurants, but there are also hundreds, if not thousands, of take-away food options in Beijing. Here, we ambitiously congest the expansive list to a handful of solid options. Read More>>
The ever classic burger: a favorite for all and perfect in every season. It’s easy enough to slap a burger on a menu, but to take home the prize of boast-worthy burger is much more of a challenge. Several restaurants in Beijing boast a fantastic burger but ... Read More>>
Although it's just a quick dash across Gulou Dongdajie, Beiluoguxiang is a world away from its gentrified southern cousin. In recent years a slew of new bars and restaurants have started to open up on Beiluoguxiang, but the development remains much more ... Read More>>
You don't have to be American to enjoy Thanksgiving in Beijing. Whether you choose to spend the evening at one of the many restaurants offering Thanksgiving specials, or opt to cook your own turkey, the fourth Thursday in November is a great excuse to stop ... Read More>>
Rumors and speculation about the fate of Beijing’s Bird Nest have been doing the rounds even before the Olympic Games kicked off in 2008. However, well over a year ago, an unidentified official of the National Stadium revealed that the now iconic landmark ... Read More>>
Most of us do not wake up on Sunday morning after a busy night enjoying Beijing’s nightlife and want zhou (they call it gruel for a reason) spiked with fermented dofu and pickled vegetables. Sometimes, the best way to start off your Saturday or Sunday, ... Read More>>
The past year a lot of new places have popped up throughout Sanlitun, from new restaurants to chains bringing us a taste of home. This is our pick of the best food and beverage newcomers in Sanlitun, Beijing. Read More>>
Beijing is awash with delicious food options, but sometimes only a sandwich will hit the spot. Everyone has his or her favorite sandwich combination. White or brown bread? Mustard or mayo? To make sure you never have to endure a trip to Subway, we've ... Read More>>