Halloween is a time when the hell raisers come forth and take control of our streets. When Death’s minions dance on our calm and ordered existence and leave in their wake a destruction of hangovers. But where to celebrate this night of madness in Beijing? Read More>>
The May Labour Day holiday is once again upon Beijing, ushering in a whole month of various musical festivals to enjoy. And with the weather turning nicer there is no better excuse to get out and enjoy Beijing before the sweltering heat of summer. Read More>>
Remember that fabulous shot of the old Forbidden City in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon? Remember the Starbucks Café right in the middle? I don’t either but similar sensations await you at the (fairly) newly refurbished Qianmen Street. Read More>>
Cépe<br /> Located in the Lisikaerdun Hotel, Cépe was named an “Excellent Wine Restaurant in 2008” by Wine Appreciation magazine. Cépe boasts a wine list featuring more than 484 wines from all around the world.There are bottles from emerging wine ... Read More>>
School is just around the corner and Chinese are preparing for the Mid-Autumn Festival, but a lot of Beijingers are raising a fuss over a new ‘moon cake tax’. Hopefully, everyone can chill out in time for the festivals and other great events that are ... Read More>>
Halloween is here and Beijing's short autumn is nearly gone, leaving the rather grim prospect of Beijing's cold, dry winter. But how can you complain when Kevin Spacey is coming to town to play Richard III? Other big things are happening too, like a free ... Read More>>
No matter where you are or what you do, safety should always be number one. Though most foreigners would agree that China is a very safe country in comparison to many others, issues related to safety should never be taken for granted or merely pushed aside, ... Read More>>
With only a couple of short weeks left until Christmas, that annual shopping fever/panic is starting to grip most Christmas-celebrating foreigners in Beijing. However, sometimes the excitement of the Christmas season is compromised by the stress of having ... Read More>>
If you're on a budget and find yourself getting sick of fried egg and tomatoe with rice, here are five places in Dongcheng District which offer something a little different, without breaking your piggy bank. Read More>>
Not so long ago and very far away, I lived in a land where steak was nearly as common a sight on restaurant menus as jiaozi dumplings are here in Beijing, and in a city where KFC was not one of the best options for a side of corn and mashed potatoes. Here ... Read More>>
It is easily argued that French cuisine is among the best in the world and there is no doubt that Beijing has many fabulous French restaurants to choose from. Of all the foreign restaurant ethnicities in Beijing, it is the French restaurants that really ... Read More>>
Beijing’s bar and club scene is evolving endlessly and if you stay cooped up at home too long you’ll soon discover that the city has transformed into a wild jungle of unknown drinking dens. This summer has proven to be a very fertile month for bar births ... Read More>>
Traditional Chinese Medicine, from here on referred to as TCM, is something that fascinates Chinese and non-Chinese people alike. It is part of Chinas long legacy and, to many, constitutes a significant part of the country’s mystique. Along with feng shui, ... Read More>>
In Beijing – indeed in many cities throughout China – there is an abundance of Japanese restaurants. What many connoisseurs of this far eastern cuisine are really concerned with is whether a restaurant is "Japanese" – as in a restaurant chain ... Read More>>
Craving good ole American cuisine? Beijing has several American-style dining options but knowing which one to try can be difficult because they are hit or miss. Whether you’re looking for a fine-dining feast or a good old fashioned plate of soul food, ... Read More>>
Sometimes a few stories slip between the cracks, but we try to serve them up in our Watchdog articles. Here’s what you might have missed in the past week and what you could be longing for in the future… Read More>>
Mei Wenti Sound Project has fast become one of the hottest projects on the Beijing night life circuit since their inception a few years ago. Now Beijing’s premier Reggae DJ and live performance collective, they feature at top music venues all over the ... Read More>>
The Primary Art teacher at Yew Chung International School of Beijing tells you how to foster your childs creativity. Read More>>
Are you looking to broaden your social network? Trying to expand your China business? Or are you in the midst of a grueling job search? If so, this guide to networking in Beijing is the solution to all your problems. For some of us, networking does not come ... Read More>>
Cool air has officially settled in the capital, bringing in its wake plenty of cloudy days. Continued food safety scares have added to the cloudy gloom but with plenty of great events coming up and Chinese National Day just around the corner, there is ... Read More>>
As Guinness is to the Irish, Champagne to the French and Rosso to the Italians, so too is tea to the Chinese. Traditionally Tea was the medium under which many social and formal events were carried out, and today still holds great symbolism in the minds and ... Read More>>
You may not be able to tell by the heavy rains and the smoggy gray, but summer is upon Beijing. And there's no better way to welcome the summer than to get out there and enjoy the upcoming events in Beijing. Read on to find out more. Read More>>
The Military Museum of the Chinese People’s Revolution is the only military museum of its type in China. It pays tribute to the fallen heroes from the People's Revolution and the Sino-Japanese Wars, as well as honouring the Chinese military heritage. It is ... Read More>>
Last month we brought you Part I of the Beijing Summer Special, and now we present to you, Part II. This time we bring you more of the summer-time, heat-loving activities that you’ve been waiting all winter to get back to doing. Read More>>