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The Meat Challenge – Finding Good Steak in Wuhan
The Meat Challenge – Finding Good Steak in Wuhan
May 09, 2012

Photo: beefsteaks.com Let’s talk about something serious—no not politics or the mounting pollution problems plaguing Wuhan—food. There is one food that defines us as foreigners, that most of us crave more than a good burger and pizza: an awesome steak. There’s not much in comparison to a nicely seasoned and expertly prepared steak, no matter if it comes rare, medium rare, or well-done. Finding a good steak in Wuhan isn’t easy. There are a lot of so-called ‘Western’ restaurants... Read More>>

A Dying Breed: Where to Buy (Real) Books in Wuhan
Mar 07, 2012
A Dying Breed: Where to Buy (Real) Books in Wuhan

Not everyone has been won over by the cold, impersonal feel of an iPad or Kindle. For those in Wuhan who still enjoy flipping through real pages, scribbling down notes and enjoying the smell of a... Read More>>

Love Bites: Raising Pets in Wuhan
Feb 14, 2012
Love Bites: Raising Pets in Wuhan

For someone living overseas in an unknown environment, having a pet can make the experience a little less intimidating and lonely. Here is a guide on where to find (and care for) the furry love of... Read More>>

Nightlife

To Drink or Not to Drink: Three Must Visit Bars in Wuhan
To Drink or Not to Drink: Three Must Visit Bars in Wuhan

Everyone has a different idea of what makes a “good bar”. Luckily, Wuhan’s bar scene is diverse so there should be a decent watering hole for everyone. Here are three bars which cover most of the spectrum of needs an expat might consider while pissing the night away. Read More>>

Food & Drink

Too Much is Never Enough: Buffets in Wuhan
Too Much is Never Enough: Buffets in Wuhan

As with everything else in Wuhan, there is an overabundance of buffets to choose from, with each specialising in hot pot, seafood, or Western food. And as always, the more choice, the tougher the decision. This article’s here to help. Read More>>

Tips & Advice

Finding Foreign Friends: A “Where’s Waldo” in Wuhan
Finding Foreign Friends: A “Where’s Waldo” in Wuhan

For expats living in China, it’s a simple fact that we need to occasionally bond with others from their home country and engage in conversations that don’t solely involve China. But where in Wuhan can you find a few foreign buddies? Read More>>

Shopping

Your Guide to Wuhan’s Best Shopping and Snack Streets
Your Guide to Wuhan’s Best Shopping and Snack Streets

Bo Derek once said, “Whoever said money can’t buy happiness simply didn’t know where to go shopping.” In a city as enormous as Wuhan, even an experienced shopaholic may not know where to begin. This article will introduce you to four of the best shopping streets this city has to offer. Read More>>

Travel & Outdoors

Family Ties: Places to Take Kids in Wuhan
Family Ties: Places to Take Kids in Wuhan

Spending time with the family is always important, especially when living in a foreign place like Wuhan. While living in such a booming metropolis may seem a bit overwhelming, with careful planning a family can take in all the glorious sights of one of China’s fastest developing cities with relative ease. Read More>>

Art & Entertainment

London Symphony Orchestra to Perform in Wuhan in September
London Symphony Orchestra to Perform in Wuhan in September

The world renowned London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) will be performing at Qintai Concert Hall on September 11th, so for all you classical music lovers out there, this is definitely one of the music fests you shouldn’t dare miss out on. Read More>>

Seasonal/Festivals

Mini Midi Festival Brings Experimental Music to Wuhan This July
 Mini Midi Festival Brings Experimental Music to Wuhan This July

Mini Midi, the experimental music segment of the infamous Midi rock festival comes to Wuhan this July 17th. Get amped for a night of electro acoustic sound and noise by China’s experimental music elites. Read More>>

 
Wuhan Basics

Food

Brief Intro to Wuhan Dining
Brief Intro to Wuhan Dining

Hubei takes signature flavors from every corner of China and incorporates them into its... Read More>>

Local Products

Brief Intro to Wuhan Shopping
Brief Intro to Wuhan Shopping

As one of central China's largest cities, Wuhan offers a decent range of options for... Read More>>

Exploring Wuhan

Rough Guide to Wuhan Travel
Rough Guide to Wuhan Travel

Wuhan is capital of Hubei Province. Sitting on the Jianghan Plain, the city is sliced in... Read More>>

Entertainment

Wuhan Entertainment Overview
Wuhan Entertainment Overview

Nightlife in Wuhan is based around the city's Western bars and restaurants. The busier... Read More>>

 
What Do You Do? “Strange” Jobs in China

What Do You Do? “Strange” Jobs in China

What happens when a population of 1.3 billion people collides with the need to perpetually fuel a success-driven economy? Coming to China, one is quickly aware of the redundant or peculiar nature of employment. Here are five strange jobs common in the Middle Kingdom. More>>