Apr 11, 2024
Foreigners have a reputation for clumsiness in China. The litany of knocks, breaks and injuries accumulated by my expat friends is truly alarming. Excluding digestive disagreements, simply for brevity’s sake, here are some of the most common expat injuries in China. Read more>>
Oct 19, 2017 Comments(1)
If you’ve just landed your first job in China, congratulations! You’ve now got a whole lot to learn. One of the first aspects of Chinese workplace culture you’ll come across is that of lunch break etiquette. It generally differs widely from the West, so ...... Read More>>
Oct 17, 2017 Comments(3)
Chinese cuisine is not known for being healthy, but if you’re losing weight of watching your figure, you don’t have to swear off Chinese food all together. Here are 10 dishes you’ll find in China that are both low calorie and delicious. ... Read More>>
Oct 14, 2017 Comments(4)
Have you ever considered having a full body massage, but worried that your massage would turn into an unwanted sexy fiasco? Here we give you advice on how to recognize the differences between parlours offering sexual services and those that give legitimate ...... Read More>>
Oct 13, 2017 Comments(1)
Top international business schools will be introduced to executive talent through one-to-one meetings in Beijing on Oct. 30 and Shanghai on Nov. 1 this year. ... Read More>>
Oct 06, 2017
KTV is a huge part of life in China. But unlike in the West, karaoke is a complicated affair. Our guide to KTV in China will teach you everything you need to know about the Middle Kingdom’s favorite pastime. ... Read More>>
Sep 28, 2017 Comments(6)
Traffic rules and rhythms in China are vastly different from those in Western countries. China’s freeways are inhabited by a myriad of more or less malevolent road hogs. Here we introduce you to some of the most common. ... Read More>>
Sep 23, 2017 Comments(7)
Most law-abiding citizens know the difference between right and wrong, and many rules and regulations are common sense. But sometimes you come across laws that are entirely the opposite, such as the ban on whaling in (landlocked) Oklahoma, and the ...... Read More>>
Sep 19, 2017 Comments(1)
There are plenty of expats who own scooters in China, but how do you keep your scooter from falling apart? This guide will lay out some basic maintenance tips for scooter owners in China. ... Read More>>
Sep 16, 2017 Comments(6)
Train Travel in China, facts and information from a real life train traveler in China. ... Read More>>
Sep 15, 2017 Comments(2)
China has an extensive collection of distinctive desserts, sweets and pastries. Here, we talk you through some of the best. ... Read More>>
Sep 08, 2017 Comments(3)
It seems every Chinese person and their pet Pekingnese has a voice translator these days, but most work poorly at best. Here are four voice translation apps that actually work for English-Chinese. ... Read More>>
Sep 07, 2017 Comments(2)
The alcohol industry the world over has been going through a craft beer revolution of late. China is of course just as thirsty for quality beer. We sink a pint with some of the best China craft beer breweries. ... Read More>>
Sep 05, 2017 Comments(1)
Social media is deeply embedded in Chinese culture, but it’s a confusing place for a newcomer. Here’s our quick guide to China’s social media universe to help you get to grips with the basics ... Read More>>
Sep 02, 2017 Comments(3)
Frozen food is generally unpopular in China as the Chinese believe the food loses its flavour the longer it is kept in an unnatural condition. There is therefore a high demand for fresh produce. Here is a guide to sourcing, buying and cooking fresh produce ...... Read More>>
Aug 30, 2017 Comments(6)
WeChat is an institution in China. To help you get to grips with it, here are 10 WeChat accounts all China expats should be following. ... Read More>>
Aug 29, 2017 Comments(3)
Chinese bakeries are wondrous but confusing places.In this guide to Chinese baked goods, we’ll introduce you to the best of the bakery bunch. ... Read More>>
Aug 26, 2017 Comments(21)
Go anywhere and you will see the oh-so familiar sight of foreign men with Chinese girls. Go on any internet forum and you will be able to access myriad threads extolling the trials and tribulations of dating Chinese girls, but what if we flip it the other ...... Read More>>
Aug 24, 2017 Comments(2)
With the Great Firewall and the latest crackdown on VPNs, you might be starting to worry about where to get reliable China news without a VPN. Here are six great news site that aren’t (currently) blocked by the Chinese government. ... Read More>>
Aug 23, 2017
Here we present you with seven typical Chinese vegetables, how to cook them, and what Western vegetables they most closely resemble. ... Read More>>
Aug 22, 2017 Comments(1)
Throughout history and all over the world, alcohol consumption and the correlating culture surrounding it have been clear societal indicators. China is naturally no different. Here’s our guide to the norms and rules of Chinese drinking culture. ... Read More>>
Aug 19, 2017 Comments(9)
Xinghun, which literally means a marriage of formality between two homosexuals of the opposite sex, is a desperate attempt to throw persistent parents off-track. While it may seem like a win-win situation for all involved, orchestrating a sham marriage is ...... Read More>>
Aug 17, 2017
Here are seven Chinese dishes you’ll find in America and the West that are completely different or don’t even exist, in mainland China. ... Read More>>
Aug 16, 2017 Comments(3)
In among the oil-soaking fishballs and the vacuum-packed unrecognizable meats are some snacks worth savoring in Chinese convenience stores. Let us introduce you to the best of the bunch. ... Read More>>
Aug 15, 2017
Last week we brought you an article on how to tell if your boss doesn’t respect you. If you’ve read that and can relate, you’re probably wondering what to do now. Fret not. ... Read More>>
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