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Letter from the editor Please allow me, as the song goes, to introduce myself: I’m Mike Cormack, the new managing editor of Agenda. I was previously the Beijing editor of Tianjin Plus magazine and the senior copywriter for the advertising agency Dentsu. I love writing and I love Beijing - which I hope you, the readers, will come to feel.

We are very excited about Agenda and believe it addresses an aspect of Beijing life which rarely gets the attention it deserves: the business lifestyle of the foreign professional, manager and executive. As Beijing grows into a major world city to rank alongside Tokyo and London, it’s an extraordinary place to be. We hope you feel the same way and that what we do helps you feel part of that.

Any healthy entity must be able to handle change and development, though these are stress-inducing phenomena. This is true both for individuals and for organizations – if they can’t handle transition, things can get messy. Having just started, I’m aware of how companies can and must change over time, as with us as individuals.

This isn’t always easy, but it’s essential for development and (hopefully) growth. Of course, there’s always the risk of the transition being too difficult, the stress being too much to bear, and problems thus arising. Stress is a major contributor to ill-health, and in the roaring pace of Beijing it is vital that we pay attention to both ourselves and to the relationships and holistic values which make us who we are.

In this issue of Agenda, we hear from experts on healthcare in Beijing. Their stories, opinions and great knowledge are fascinating in two particular ways: first, in terms of the advice and learning that they share in this most critical field; and second, how the healthcare sector in Beijing is developing at great (if unsurprising) speed. The parallel seems to be with the international education sector perhaps 10-15 years ago, and given the remarkable development in that area since 2000, the future of Beijing healthcare is fascinating to consider.

But hey - enough of my yakking! Let’s boogie.

Mike Cormack, Managing Editor

Contents 4 OASIS Healthcare

Special Promotional Spotlight

10 Dr. Stephen-Claude Hyatt International SOS Psychologist on relieving stress for professionals

10 Dr. Zhou Jihong

Aier Intech Eye Hospital doctor discusses laser eye surgery and caring for strained, tired eyes

12 Emergency Medical Services 14 Air Purifying Houseplants 16 St Patrick’s Day Events 18 Diet and Nutrition Books 20 Healthcare Insurance Providers 22 Beijing’s Leading Cosmetic Surgery Centers 26 Yongfu Yu

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Spotlight Located next to the 798 Art District, OASIS Healthcare is a new international-standard hospital that recently started offering healthcare services and is slated to be fully operational by June. Agenda met Darren Yang (Vice President of Medical Affairs), Emma Lundgren (Director of Customer Services) and Tyler Dimicco (Head of Marketing) to find out more about their plans for Beijing’s newest top-grade healthcare facility.

Health Haven

Beijing’s newest international clinic promises patient-centered healthcare Text by Mike Cormack, photos by Judy Zhou and courtesy of OASIS

What are your backgrounds in China and attention at the heart of the OASIS Healthcare mission statement, the entire hospital team and in medicine?

DY: I’m from southern China and I’ve been living I look forward to providing the personalized and working in Beijing for 23 years. I worked in service that all patients need and deserve.

TD: My previous position was with the US one of the best general hospitals in China as a urologist for nearly ten years before I joined State Department in Washington, DC, and I’ve International SOS in 1998. In 2009 I acquired my been back and forth between China and the US second Masters in Clinical Family Medicine from more times than I can count in the past five years.

Australia’s Monash University, and in January I’m thrilled to finally have the opportunity to setthis year, I left my position at SOS as National tle down and work at a company like OASIS. Medical Director for China to join OASIS. EL: I first came to China in “Every day, we ask ourselves what we can 2000 for a few years, returning do to make the patient experience better. in 2011 after working in North Every day, one of our top managers goes America and the Middle East. through our hospital process exactly as a With quality service and guest patient would”

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Your website says that OASIS specializes in “Patient-Centered” healthcare – what does that entail?

EL: That means that every day, we put ourselves in our guests’ shoes and ask ourselves what we can do to make their experience better. Every day, one of our top managers goes through our hospital process exactly as a patient would and gives feedback about what he or she thinks could be done better. Our top three patientcentered priorities are providing accurate information, saving patient time, and making

the time they do spend with us truly enjoyable.

Patient-centered care is really just about making your guests the first thing you think of when doing anything.

You offer a comprehensive range of healthcare services – are there any areas that you feel are a particular specialty for OASIS? DY: We’re excited about our Surgery, Dental, and Traditional Chinese Medicine departments.

Dr. Yanni Li, possibly the best reconstructive/ cosmetic surgeon in China, has over 10 years

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of experience at the Mayo “We’re a company that’s focused on making Clinic in the US and heads an our guests happy – it’s just a coincidence that extremely talented team. Dr. we do this through top quality healthcare” David Lee was the first American dentist licensed to practice in China and has built a dental team promising in terms of being close enough to downtown, something which most people don’t even know but also located near enough to the foreign exists: painless dental care. population center in Shunyi.

Finally, Dr. Jiaqi Wu, a TCM expert with over 60 Also, the Lido area is well known for its foryears of experience, has built the first full-service eign enterprises and international feel. We TCM clinic at an international hospital in Beijing, wanted to be near this area to easily interface offering acupuncture to therapeutic massages with these other companies and to make sure and chiropractics, as well as weight loss and that our employees live, work, and eat in a fully sleep therapy. Dr. Wu has treated patients from international atmosphere. across China and the US, including some of the world’s best golfers.

Anyone who’s ever dealt with a local Chinese hospital will be familiar with the “blue book” Who amongst your staff stands out in terms system of handwritten records. How does of experience and expertise? your Vesalius Hospital Information System DY: The biggest challenge for any medical facil- compare? ity is finding, recruiting, and retaining top-end TD: Vesalius is certainly great – it’s helping us medical professionals. However, our clinical reach our goal of 100% electronic medical team has been able to recruit highly sought- records by the end of June – but it’s not the after medical experts. only part.

Dr. Zhong Wang, our Chief Anaesthetist, is From the moment our guests enter OASIS, one of the best in his field in Beijing. He has they will be accompanied every step of the way helped us build a strong anesthesiology team by a patient service officer, someone who will that can meet medical needs like painless deliv- guide them from department to department ery, painless endoscopy, and pain management and make sure they get where they need to go – meaning that each day we move closer to our without added confusion or stress. goal of providing a 100% pain free experience.

As our CEO, Peter Chen, likes to say: We’re a company that’s focused on making our guests As we all know, international-standard happy – it’s just a coincidence that we do this healthcare can be prohibitively expensive through top quality healthcare. in China. With this in mind, what kind of insurance plans will you accept?

Finally, if you were to give one piece of EL: We accept all major brands of insurance. practical healthcare advice to our readers Roughly 95% of our guests with insurance can (mostly busy professionals in their 30s, 40s expect us to enjoy a direct billing arrangement and 50s), what would it be? with their insurance provider, to ensure that DY: Remember yourself. People like us are always settling financial concerns are more convenient working for dreams and goals bigger than we with us than anywhere else. are – we seldom have time to think of our own health, but even taking a couple of days a year Why did you choose to locate the facility in to do routine medical checks can be lifesaving. the 798 area?

Remembering your own health is key to achievTD: First, we believe that it’s a nice compromise ing success in other areas of life.

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Spotlight Whether it’s the language barrier, leaving your friends behind or the tremendous size and pace of the capital, life here in Beijing can get to the best of us. Fortunately, help is on hand: International SOS has qualified professionals who can help patients work through their most stressful moments. The head of their mental health department, Dr. Stephen-Claude Hyatt, a native Jamaican who moved to Beijing six years ago, took time out to explain what exactly constitutes stress and the steps we can take to avoid it.

Mind over Matters

International SOS Clinical Health Psychologist Dr. Stephen-Claude Hyatt on dealing with stress Interview by Joana Melo, photo courtesy of Dr. Stephen-Claude Hyatt

Everyone feels stress but it is a condition interfere with interpersonal relationships and whose effects are poorly understood. Can general functioning. you explain the physiological effects of stress and what symptoms and health is- What are some of the more common stresssues can arise? Well, stress is not necessarily related ailments that you encounter and what we experience, but relates more to how treat in Beijing? Are there any noticeable our body responds to outside stimuli. There- trends and patterns? Well, the most common fore, stress is actually a natural part of life and one would be adjusting to life in Beijing. Many without it, life would be boring! So, it’s good people are stressed by how different life is here, to be a little stressed but in moderate levels. culturally as well as the language barrier. With Having said that, stress has many psychologi- that in mind, a lot of the patients I see have cal implications for each of us. Exposure drives Adjustment Disorder with anxiety or depression the body to recognize stressful realities and or a combination of the two. Adjusting to life seek to adjust accordingly, which makes the here impacts a lot of my patients and causes body vulnerable. Prolonged exposure can lead to psychological and medical issues such “Stress is actually a natural part of life and as chronic fatigue syndrome, without it, life would be boring! So, it’s good anxiety, depression and it can to be a little stressed but in moderate levels”

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them stress, but the extent to “I tell my patients to laugh more, do breathing which their life will be changed exercises and meditate, all of which will help depends on the individual and because when you are stressed, having more their background. A lot of peooxygen helps you to return to a state of calm” ple develop various responses to cope and some self-medicate using sleeping pills and alcohol, which will Not only can stress lead to disease, but it can sometimes mask other physiological probnot resolve the underlying causes. lems – do you have any practical advice on What specific mental health services does how to reconcile this? Well, one of the reasons International SOS offer and what is your we have the “stress diary” is to help bring to the approach in treating patients suffering from surface whatever may be happening at the substress-related ailments? We offer what we conscious level. Childhood experiences, for excall “individual psychotherapy”, working one- ample, may trigger stressful situations years later on-one with patients to determine the cause and they might not understand why. If that’s of the challenge they might be facing, what the case, our stress diary, along with cognitive their symptoms are, and helping with symptom therapy, will help to bring to the surface any unreduction. If it’s an adjustment problem, then we derlying issues. Having said that, it is important help with coping skills, stress management and to note that stress is often the cause of mental relaxation techniques, but more importantly, and medical issues, not a symptom. Stress will we help to increase their resources since it’s trigger psychological and psychosocial probnot so much the level of stress that’s important lems, in terms of interpersonal relationships; but the level of coping resources that people they may trigger mood and anxiety disorders have. The approach I use is called Cognitive and psychotic conditions. With that in mind, if Behavior Therapy, where I give people tools to someone has a predisposition for schizophrenia, increase their insight and awareness in how they stress will most likely trigger that. respond to things. They can then exert control over their thoughts, emotions and behaviors, How do you personally unwind and do you and if they feel in control they are less likely to have any advice for our readers to help them from stressing about situations? Personally, I feel stressed. love to watch comedies and silly things that your What are some basic lifestyle adjustments to brain doesn’t really have to process. I also read help one deal with stress? Besides the tech- and exercise since, when you exercise, your brain niques mentioned, one of the first things we produces chemicals that naturally make you feel require people to do is recognize when they happy. I tell my patients to do exactly the same are feeling stressed, and since symptoms vary things; laugh more, do breathing exercises and from individual to individual it’s quite hard to meditate, all of which will help because when give you a simple answer. However, the first you are stressed, getting more oxygen helps you thing our patients do is a “stress diary” which to return to a state of calm much more quickly. I helps them to understand when stress appears also encourage individuals to properly make time in their lives. For example, if they are stressed at to listen to music, watch TV, or even make love! If work, that individual can recognize the source you have positive thinking and welcome change of their stress and whether they have handled you will be less stressed in your daily life. it well. We encourage our patients to find out what makes them feel good and to find time to Visit internationalsos.com for more practice what that is, whether sports, TV, shopinformation. ping, or whatever.

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A Fresh Focus

Aier Intech Eye Hospital’s Dr Zhou Jihong explains the benefits of laser eye surgery Interview by Jerry Chan; photo by Nature Zhang

Tired, strained eyes are a common ailment for working professionals – long hours staring at screens and monitors can exact a heavy toll.

Beijing’s Aier Intech Eye Hospital is one of the few medical facilities in China specializing in laser eye surgery (LASIK), which treats patients with myopia, farsightedness and astigmatism. Agenda spoke with Dr Zhou Jihong, Director of Intech’s LASIK Center and a refractive specialist, to get a better understanding of how the surgery and hospital work.

How did you come to work at Aier Intech Eye Hospital? I was born in Beijing, but my hometown is in Nanjing. I’ve lived in Beijing since graduating from the Suzhou University medical college. I had a dream of becoming an ophthalmologist so I chose to join Aier Intech Eye hospital, where I currently serve as the Director of the LASIK Center.

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“Protect your eyes and eyesight with regular eye examinations. The majority of eye diseases can be prevented, but unfortunately, some are hard to diagnose without an eye specialist”

with nearly all patients noticing a marked improvement the same day. Most people are able to return to work within 48 hours. At Aier Intech, we provide you a comprehensive When was Aier Intech Eye Hospital opened, aftercare program over one year for free. and who are the main investors? Intech Eye Hospital was founded in 1995 and is now a grade-3 Who are the best candidates for this surgery? eye specialist facility – the highest accreditation We mostly treat most people over 18 who have for a hospital in China. Since our acquisition by had a stable prescription for at least 12 months. the Aier Eye Hospital Group, the largest group A consultation with one of our optometrists will of its kind in China, our name has been officially determine your suitability for treatment based changed to the “Beijing Aier Intech Eye Hospital”. on your personal prescription, lifestyle and expectations.

What are some of the most common workrelated eye ailments you encounter? Regular What kind of equipment do you use to computer use can cause eye strain – a symptom apply the LASIK Surgery? We use the techusually associated with “Computer Vision Syn- nologically advanced VISX S41R laser, which is drome” (CVS). Symptoms include fatigue, dry a gentle, cool-beam laser to ensure the highest standards of quality vision. and itching or burning irritated eyes.

What are some of the long-term effects of What are some of the other treatments you this and how can one treat these ailments? offer? We have nine sub-specialties ranging Rest your eyes for 20 seconds every 20 minutes from comprehensive to tertiary levels for the and increase the humidity levels in your work entire spectrum of eye conditions that provide environment. You can also use artificial saline a full range of eye treatments. tears. In addition, you should protect your eyes and eyesight with regular eye examinations. The What are the best and most effective ways majority of eye diseases can be prevented, but to take care of your eyesight? Eyesight is the unfortunately, some are hard to diagnose without most important and valued senses we have. an eye specialist. Regular eye examination is essential for early “Eyesight is the most important and valued diagnosis and treatment of any sense we have. Loving your eyes means not problems that may crop up.

only keeping tabs on your eyesight change, but also focusing on a high intake of antioxidants that can reduce the risk of eye disorders”

What, exactly, does Laser Eye Surgery (a.k.a. LASIK surgery) entail for the patient and is it painful or uncomfortable to undergo? What’s the recovery time? Laser vision correction is the safest form of refractive error correction at present. Patients initially undergo an in-depth consultation to determine whether they are a suitable candidate for laser vision correction, and during the treatment we use anesthetic eye drops that completely numb your eyes so you remain comfortable throughout the procedure.

LASIK surgery has a faster visual recovery time,

Loving your eyes means not only keeping tabs on your eyesight change, but also getting a high intake of antioxidants that help reduce the risk of eye disorders like macular degeneration and cataracts. Fresh fruits and vegetables offer more antioxidants than any other food.

Visit intecheye.com for more information.

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the List Some information is good to have, and some is absolutely crucial. Knowing where to go and what to do in case of injury or illness is definitely essential. Agenda has compiled this handy list of emergency health care providers to give you the peace of mind that comes with the knowledge that you can handle a medical emergency.

This Could Save Your Life

A crucial guide to the city’s emergency medical services Compiled by Joana Melo

Hospitals and Clinics 21st Century Health Care 北京21世纪 医院 With English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean-speaking staff this clinic offers a 24hour house-call service. Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm; 24 hour house-call service.

21st Century Mansion, 40 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. Numbers: 8444 6168, 158 1149 7665 (English/Chinese); 8444 6160, 158 1149 7661 (Japanese); 6468 6021 (Korean) 21-hospital.com 朝阳区亮马桥路甲40号21世 纪大厦

Bayley & Jackson Medical Center庇利积臣 医疗中心 Located in a Chinese style courtyard, this Hong Kong-based medical clinic offers emergency services. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-5.30pm. 7 Ritan Donglu, Chaoyang District (Emergency Number: 8562 9990, Main

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line 8562 9998) bjhealthcare.com 庇利积臣医 疗中心,朝阳区日坛东路7号

Beijing International SOS Clinic北京国际救 援中心 SOS has 24/7 emergency stabilization rooms which can handle adult and pediatric emergency care. Regular clinic hours: Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat-Sun 8am-6pm. Emergency service available 24/7. Suite 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuan Li, Chaoyang District (Emergency Number: 6462 9100, Clinic: 6462 9112 china.inquiries@internationalsos.com) www.clinicsinchina.com北京国际救援中心, 朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心1座105室

Beijing Puhua International Hospital and Clinic北京普华门诊 This combination outpatient clinic and primary/specialty-care facility located near the Jinsong subway also offers

emergency care services. Mon-Sun 9am-6pm.

54 Wusheng Beilu, Dongsanhuan, Chaoyang District (8773 5522, Emergency Number: 8911 6665) puhauchina.com, puhuaclinic.com 北京 普华门诊,朝阳区东三环武圣北路54号

Vista Medical Center维世达诊所 This facility in the basement level of the CBD’s Kerry Centre offers emergency healthcare in addition to its other comprehensive range of services. English speaking staff on-site 24/7.

Daily 24hrs. B29, Kerry Centre, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District (Emergency Number: 8529 6618, fax 8529 6615, vista@vista-china.net) vista-china.net 维世达诊所,朝阳区光华路1号

Beijing United Family Hospital北京和睦 家医院 BJU has a fully equipped emergency department and patients can be admitted directly to intensive care or specialist wards 嘉里中心B29 which can provide care for patients while they arrange admission to other relevant hospitals.

Ambulance Services Mon-Sat 8.30am-5.30pm. 24-hour emergency care. 2 Jiangtai Lu (in the Lido area), Chaoyang Beijing has two ambulance services – the District (Emergency Number: 5927 7120, 120 service and Beijing 999. Both can Regular Number: 5927 7000, fax: 5927 7200) handle any kind of emergency, although unitedfamilyhospitals.com 北京和睦家医院, the 120 service handles coordination 朝阳区将台路2号 with mass casualties and disasters.

Hong Kong International MedicalClinic 北京港澳国际医务诊所 Beijing’s Hong Kong International Medical Clinic has a 24-hour helpline offering support in English, Chinese, Japanese, and more. Daily 9am-9pm. 9/F, office tower of the Swissotel, 2 Chaoyangmen Beidajie, Dongcheng District (Emergency Number: 6501 4260 (daytime only), 6553 2288 at night) hkclinic.com 北京港澳国际医务诊所, 东城区朝阳门北大街2号港澳中心瑞士酒店办 公楼9层

International Medical Center (IMC) 北京国 际医疗中心 The IMC offers a wide range of medical services from a multilingual staff that speaks English, Chinese, Arabic and Russian.

Daily 24hrs. S106, S111 Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmahe Lu, Chaoyang District. (Emergency Numbers: 6465 1561/2/3) 北京国际医疗中心, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号燕莎中心写字楼1层S106

OASIS Healthcare This new international full-service private hospital located near 798 will commence its emergency care services in the mid-summer to autumn of 2012 (see p4).

9 Jiuxianqiao Beilu, Chaoyang District (400 876 2747) oasishealth.cn 朝阳区酒仙桥北路9号

120 Ambulance Service (dial 120) Operated by the Beijing Emergency Medical Center near Qianmen, the 120 service has about 100 vehicles, dispatched from five bases around the city under centralized GPS control.

Beijing 999 Ambulance Service (dial 999) This service, operated by Beijing Municipal Red Cross, deploys 160 vehicles from a network of 64 bases around the capital.

Vehicle positions are monitored by GPS, and under arrangement with China Mobile, the 999 service can trace callers with GPS-enabled phones to within a few dozen meters. The 999 service is confined to the Beijing municipality: outside Beijing the 120 number should always be used.

Other Useful Emergency Numbers Fire: 119 Police: 110

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the List It’s a sign of our times that clean, breathable air has become a commodity. But enjoying a healthy home environment does not have to be solely an indulgence for those who can afford pricey purifiers – research has shown that there are numerous plants that can make a considerable improvement on the air quality in your home. Agenda gets green-fingered and lists the best and most readily available varieties around town.

Breathing Green

Common houseplants that can help clear the air Compiled by Jerry Chan

Aloe 芦荟 (ru(2) hui(4)) Not only is Aloe great for your skin, it is also highly effective when it comes to filtering out formaldehyde and benzene (a byproduct of paints, cleaning agents and cigarettes). Leave it in a sunny spot near a window.

Boston Fern 波斯顿蕨 (bo(1) si(1) dun(4) jue(2)) This tropical plant grows quickly and loves bright, sunlit rooms (with indirect light) and can not only remove common indoor pollutants but also humidifies the air (a musthave for Beijing).

Areca Palm 风尾竹 (feng(4) wei(3) zhu(2)) These upright perennials are good for just about any room in the house (shoulder high plants are recommended) and are good for filtering out formaldehyde and xylene. They also efficiently convert CO2 to oxygen.

Chinese Evergreen 广东万年青 (guang(3) dong(1) wan(4) nian(2) qing(1)) A native of southern China, this plant is thought to not only bring good luck, but also to be great for purifying indoor air. They are extremely easy to grow and do well in low light environments.

Azaleas 杜鹃花 (du(4) juan(1) hua(1)) Azaleas can purify the air from irritants present in insulation, as well as in foam carpet pads. They grow well in cool areas so keep them away from your heater.

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Chrysanthemum 菊花 (ju(2) hua(1)) As well as making a tasty tea, chrysanthemums filter out benzene molecules released in the air by plastics, detergents and tobacco smoke.

Marginata 马尾铁树 (ma(3) wei(3) tie(3) shu(4)) Alternately known as “Janet Craig” and the “Striped Dracaena,” these plants can grow up to fifteen feet and need medium light. They are effective at filtering out formaldehyde, benzene and xylene – but take care with your pooch, as they are poisonous to dogs.

Mother-in-Law Tongue 虎皮兰 (hu(3) pi(2) lan(2)) Also known as “Snake Plants,” Mother-inLaw Tongue is the perfect bedroom plant as it converts CO2 to oxygen at night. Around six waist-high plants per person are recommended.

Money Plant绿萝 (lu(4) luo(2) Also known as “Golden Pothos” and “Devil’s Ivy,” this common houseplant is in the top three formaldehyde filters. Be sure to water it less frequently in cold weather.

Peace Lily 百合花 (bai(3) he(2) hua(1)) If there were ever a plant designed for Beijing winters, this is it. Peace Lilies are tolerant of cold and humidify the air. They are also excellent at removing contaminants and pollutants like benzene, formaldehyde and acetone. But keep them out of the reach of pets and small children; the plant is poisonous if ingested.

Rubber Plant 橡胶树 (xiang(4) pi(2) shu(4)) Another tropical plant well-suited for apartments, the rubber plant removes formaldehyde and looks great with its sleek and shiny leaves.

Spider Plant 吊兰 (diao(4) lan(2)) A native of South America, Spider Plants are extremely easy to grow and great for removing carbon dioxide and can also filter out formaldehyde and xylene. They are especially effective around kitchen gas stoves.

Sprouts 芽 (ya (2)) Believe it or not, the lowly sprout is fantastic at producing oxygen. Buckwheat, sweet pea and sunflower sprouts can all do the trick and are tasty to boot.

Where to Buy Your Plants: Beijing Lai Tai Flower Market and Trading Center. 9 Maizidian Xilu, Chaoyang District (6463 6554) 北京莱太花卉交易 中心,朝阳区麦子店西路9号 Liangma Flower Market. South bank of Liangma River, 758 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District (6504 2443) 亮马花卉 市场,朝阳区东三环北路758号,燕莎商 城南,亮马河南岸

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THE LIST St. Patrick’s Day – surely the most beloved and certainly the most raucous celebration of a patron saint - is upon us once again, and so it falls upon Agenda to sort out the best events concerning the Hibernian nation’s grand traditions of revelry, hospitality, music and conversation. Whether you’ve got a Wildean wit or a Joycean love of languages, get ready to make merry with the Irish.

When Irish Eyes Are Smiling

The best St. Patrick’s Day events in Beijing Compiled by Joana Melo

Saturday, March 10 Irish language corner, The James Joyce Head over to The James Joyce on the 10th to take part in the first “Irish language corner” in Beijing.

Along with chats and banter, you can also enjoy traditional Irish music and craic (“fun”). It’s free to attend but send an email to lily.doran@dfanet.ie, just to make sure they save you a seat. 6-10pm.

The James Joyce. 14 Xindong Lu, Chaoyang District (6415 9125) 朝阳区新东路14号 Tuesday, March 13th Ciorras traditional Irish music concert A night of traditional Irish music goes down at The Bookworm as part of its annual literary festival. Ciorras was born when an Irish music maestro gathered eight young musicians and invited them to create a band with a unique yet traditional Irish sound. The band features the fiddle, concertina, pipes, piano, accordion,

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keyboards, low-whistles, flutes and vocals. Get your tickets at The Bookworm or reserve a seat (by phone only). RMB 50 (festival hotline: 137 1762 0144). The Bookworm. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (6586 9507) bookwormfestival.com 朝阳区工体北路4号院 St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, March 17th St. Patrick’s Day Bash at 12SQM Celebrate St. Paddy’s with “buy one, get one free” deals on selected drinks. There will also be special green drinks, Celtic music and trivia. 12SQM. Corner of Nanluogu Xiang and Fuxiang Hutong, Dongcheng District (6402 1554) www.twelvesqm.com 东城区南锣鼓巷福祥1号 Q Bar Goes Green Q Bar serves up an evergreen selection of emerald cocktails and Guinness. 6 Baijiazhuang Lu (the south end of Sanlitun Nanlu), Chaoyang District (6595 9239)

qbarbeijing.com 朝阳区百家庄6号(朝阳门医院 北门东100米) 三里屯南路逸羽连锁酒店顶楼 Danger Doyle’s Celebrates St. Patrick Head over to Danger Doyle’s to watch the Ireland vs. England rugby game (but remember to be a good sport and buy the losers a drink). Guinness will be available for RMB 30 if you come wearing green, and green beer will be on tap for only RMB 20. 3/F, Bldg 5, China View, 2 Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District (6591 3337, VIP 136 0139 1308) 朝阳区工体东 路2号中国红街大楼5号楼三层

The Stumble Inn With their 100 beers (Guinness included), pool table, balcony and pub grub, The Stumble Inn is another great spot to celebrate St. Paddy’s. S3-31, 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District, Beijing (6417 7794) stumbleinnbeijing.com 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区3号楼3 层S3-31

Paddy O’Shea’s Quite possibly Beijing’s most popular Irish pub, Paddy O’Shea’s serves up what they claim to be the best-poured pint of Guinness in the city. Come early for a seat.

28 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District, Beijing (6415 6389) www.paddyosheas.com 朝阳区东直门外大街28号

Sunday, March 18th Contemporary Music Concert, the Central Conservatory of Music Leave your St. Patrick’s Day hangover at home and take in some modern music at this artistic exchange project involving composers from Ireland, China and the US. Performers include Brian O’Huiginn, an Irish piper and whistle player, the Timi Modern Music Ensemble from Beijing and Anthony Paul De Ritis, from the US. Free. 7-9pm. 43 Baojia, Xicheng District (6642 5657) en.ccom.edu.cn 西城区鲍家街43号

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the List Beijing is a paradise for food lovers, but it’s also a mixed blessing – unhealthy temptations abound on the restaurant tables and store shelves of our city. All too often the kinds of foods we consume are an afterthought, but if you’re not careful, years of unhealthy eating can add up to a dismal demise. Agenda has dug up some of the best books on nutrition to help get your health and life back on track.

FUELLING MIND AND BODY

Eight great books on diet and nutrition

By Joana Melo and Jerry Chan

Clean by Alejandro Junger, M.D Dr Junger’s NYT best-seller, Clean explains how many of our everyday aches, pains and inflammations are food-related and makes a convincing case for detoxifying through a controlled diet. The three-week regimen consists of diet-based cleansing and simple meditation and breathing techniques that purportedly will diminish the everyday aches, pains and inflammations of modern urban life. Information on supplements and recipes for shakes, soups and simple, solid meals is also provided, and the book is worth reading even if you never fully undertake the diet.

Eat, Drink and Be Healthy: The Harvard Medical School Guide to Healthy Eating by Walter C. Willett and P.J. Skerrett In their 2001 book, Walter C. Willett and P.J. Skerrett of the Harvard Medical School debunk a

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host of incorrect assumptions and outdated recommendations – including misconceptions about fats, carbohydrates, proteins and dairy products – from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s food guide pyramid. They also propose their own dietary recommendations based on the latest research and findings from around the world. Recipes and menu suggestions are included in the back.

Healing with Whole Foods: Asian Traditions and Modern Nutrition by Paul Pitchford Highly regarded by students of Chinese medicine and acupuncture, Paul Pitchford’s book lays out explicit guidelines on nutritional basics and tips on how to transition your diet to protect yourself against the dangers of modern life. The author gives more than 300 mostly vegetarian recipes, while also providing what he calls “regeneration diets”

for those who have more serious illnesses. The information on Chinese medicine and its use in diagnosing physiological “imbalances” is also useful.

The Blending Book: Maximizing Nature’s Nutrients by Ann Wigmore While drinking smoothies may seem specific to summer heat, Ann Wigmore swears by them. The nutritionist found that by blending unprocessed foods, the enzymes, vitamins and minerals that constitute smoothies are easier to digest.

Additionally, because the food is already in a liquid state, our body is less stressed when digesting – an issue in our modern diet that is a major cause for various health disorders. This book explains how blending will help you and has over 100 recipes for easy and delicious smoothies and soups, along with deserts and sauces for healthier ways to entertain guests.

The pH Miracle: Balance Your Diet, Reclaim Your Health by Shelley Redford Young and Robert O. Young There is no need to worry about cholesterol, calories, blood pressure any more, according to Shelley and Robert Young’s diet approach. The pH Miracle is based on the notion that you can control your health by adjusting your acidic or alkaline food intake, which, if done right, will allow your body to achieve a balance and thus minimize most of your ongoing health concerns. Flavorsome recipes to help you use your new pH knowledge are included, along with materials to help you memorize the acidity or alkalinity of every ingredient in your kitchen.

The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who’ve Lived the Longest by Dan Buettner Dan Buettner set out into the wild looking for “Blue Zones,” certain regions of the world where people outlive and have more energy than most of the population. As he discovered, a long healthy life is neither an accident nor a gift: it depends on a lifestyle of good habits. Apparently,

you can live ten years longer, just by making minor modifications. Through his book, Dan investigates the main causes for these longer life spans and gives you the key to follow them. Just by following nine simple but lifechanging habits, common to all the people he interviewed, you can also turn your town into a blue zone.

Macrobiotic Path to Total Health by Michio Kushi and Alex Jack “Macrobiotics” was believe it or not first used in a health food context in 1797, describing a science aimed at perfecting and prolonging human life.

The macrobiotic diet has been around since then but only in recent years come to public consciousness, mostly thanks to Michio Kushi, the father of modern macrobiotics who studied in Japan and exported his ideas to the USA. In this book, Michio joins Alex Jack to introduce macrobiotics, creating an encyclopedic compendium of fundamental insights, recipes, remedies and menus that will help you become healthier and happier.

The Hip Chick’s Guide to Macrobiotics: A Philosophy for achieving a Radiant Mind and a Fabulous Body by Jessica Porter Many believe that macrobiotics is about dieting and losing those unwanted extra pounds, but Jessica Porter’s book explains that we should approach this philosophy not only to lose weight but to achieve peace of mind.

She tackles exercise, recipes and the upsides of such a nutritional regime while providing insight into one of the oldest diets in the world. With her no-nonsense philosophy and jokes scattered through the pages, you will be itching to hit the kitchen, equipped with a better understanding of what macrobiotics can do to strengthen your mind and body while enjoying the pure pleasure of food.

All of these titles are available in English on Amazon.com.

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the List Getting access to quality healthcare in China can be as daunting as it is difficult for the cost as much as the challenge of finding the right doctor. Fortunately there are a wide variety of options for your medical insurance needs. You can work with an insurance company directly, get quotes from multiple companies through an agent, or get membership through a clinic. Below are some highlights of the options that are available.

Peace of Mind

Health insurance options for Beijing’s international community Compiled by Sara Bajc

Chartis Insurance Company China Chartis will launch a revamped product for expatriates, called Global Health Advantage. This high-end medical insurance offers annual premiums per person ranging from USD 500 to several thousand dollars, based on coverage scope, deductibles, options and the insured person’s age. For example, if an expatriate family of four (two adults, 35 years old; two kids, 10 years old) chooses the middling plan of Global Health Advantage plans, the cost will be USD 9,622 for the annual premium for the family. This provides worldwide coverage (excluding Cuba, Burma, Iran and Sudan) with maximum benefit as high as USD 3 million per person per year without deductibles, including hospitalization, out-patient surgery, private nursing, organ transplant and emergency benefits. Contact: 5969 2888, Echo-J.Xu@chartisinsurance.com, www.chartisinsurance.com

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Pacific Prime Insurance Brokers BUPA/AIC (part of the BUPA group) provides Worldwide Health Options package that offers up to USD 2.55 million in benefits per policy year including coverage for in-patient, out-patient, maternity, newborn care, cancer treatments, psychology, transplant services and traditional Chinese medicine including acupuncture and homeopathy. There are also options for dental and emergency evacuation. Policy premiums are calculated based on the number and age of family members and optional coverage benefits chosen, with a range of deductible options. Per-person annual premiums range from USD 425 to 8,500. Policyholders are able to receive treatment at the highest quality facilities such as Beijing United Family Hospital, or they may seek treatment overseas in countries like the US. To contacts: 21 6445 4592 (China), +852 3588 2926 (Michael Lamb),

or go online at michael@pacificprime.com, www.pacificprime.com

zhao@internationalsos.com, www.internationalsos.com

Expat Solutions Consulting Limited This service provides two examples for consideration: 1) A value-for-money option for worldwide coverage (excluding North America) includes hospitalization, outpatient consultations, and prescribed medicines. USD 2.5 million lifetime cap, USD 200 deductible per person per year with a 10 percent co-pay after the deductible has been met. Annual check-up at 90 percent coverage with no deductible, up to USD 500 per year. Vision benefit: USD 300 every 24 months, includes exam, lenses, contacts. Annual child preventative care: birth-12 months: USD 350; 13 months until 18: USD 200. Direct billing at most well-known international and Chinese facilities.

Family of four, if parents age 25-29: USD 4,272; if parents age 30-34: USD 4,703/year.

2) A “bells and whistles” option for worldwide International SOS Clinic Membership allows coverage offering a USD 0 deductible and a USD 3 million lifetime cap. Coverage includes: 100 24/7 access to International SOS’ worldwide percent for hospitalization, outpatient consultainfrastructure and resources, which includes tions, prescribed medicines. Annual check-up, its clinics, logistics coordinators, doctors, with 10 percent co-pay and no deductible up security professionals and network providers like hospitals, physicians, ambulances, aviation to USD 750. Vision benefit: covered up to USD 300 every 24 months, includes exam, lenses, and evacuation resources. There are a variety contacts. Routine dental included in health plan, of different membership options. Individual covered up to USD 1,500. Annual child preventaMembership provides 24-hour expert adtive care: birth-12 months: USD 350; 13monthsvice and medical assistance to prepare for 1year: USD 200; until 18: USD 200. Direct billing travel worldwide or for immediate care while abroad such as emergency and routine medi- at most well-known international and Chinese cal advice, clinic or doctor referrals, in-patient facilities in major cities. Family of four, if parents age 25-29: USD 11,116; if parents age 30-34: USD and out-patient arrangement, guarantee 12,239. Contact: 130 0123 6963 (Paige Mushinof payment, medical monitoring, medical sky), paige@expatsolutions.com, expat.solutions evacuation and repatriation. Annual fees on Skype. range from RMB 2,530 to 5,040 per person, depending on the coverage chosen. In addition, this membership offers discounted member rate for clinic visits at International SOS Clinic in Beijing. Clinic Plan Membership provides clinic access and a chosen set of Excerpted from the November 2011 issue covered services, products and procedures. of beijingkids. Terms and prices may have The annual price ranges from USD 1,490-1,840 changed since publication, check directly per person, or USD 4,470-5,520 per family. with the providers for the latest details.

Contact: 6462 9112, 6462 0555, or richel.

AXA-Minmetals Another locally licensed insurer, AXA-Minmetals offers policy benefit limits ranging from USD 850,000 to 3,400,000 per person annually, depending on options, co-pay and deductibles selected as well as the number and age of family members.

Coverage benefits include outpatient, dental, alternative therapies, and emergency evacuation coverage. Maternity is covered under a supplemental policy. For large families, the company will allow the inclusion of the second, third and fourth child under the policy free-of-charge. This is often an attractive benefit for families willing to overlook the high costs of the plan’s maternity coverage.

Contact: +852 3588 2926 (Michael Lamb), michael@pacificprime.com

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THE LIST Jean-Jacques Rousseau was wrong: sometimes nature needs a little supplementing. Cosmetic surgery and procedures are booming across Asia, and Beijing is no exception. If you have a body feature that you’re not happy with, or simply are looking for a little enhancement, here are some safe and intimate cosmetic surgery centers in the capital that can help you make the most of what you’ve got.

Making Beijingers Beautiful

The city’s leading cosmetic surgery centers Compiled by Ophelia Ren

Beijing Hengsheng Hospital 北京恒生医院 Specializing in tummy tucks, implants, liposuction, double eyelid surgery and more, this hospital has been named one of the top ten Chinese cosmetic medical brands. They boast 21 years without any medical accidents, and advanced imported diagnosis and treatment equipment. Beijing Hengsheng Hospital, 12 Dongzhimenwai Dajie (opposite German embassy), Chaoyang District (6417 8040, 6417 1241 ext. 8307) 朝阳区东直门外大街12号 Beijing Wangfujing Hospital 北京王府井 整形医院 This national-level public hospital boasts Korean-style cosmetic surgery and closely cooperates with hospitals and experts in Korea. It offers a selection of cosmetic surgery and non-surgical procedures. Beijing Wangfujing Hospital, 23 Baishu Hutong, Wangfujing Dajie, Dongcheng District (85120699) 东城区王府井大街柏树胡同23号王府井医院

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Beautytek Institute Beijing Beautytek Institute Beijing integrates cutting-edge technology and TCM to perform non-invasive and painless treatments. It has an extensive range, offering work on “tissue tightening, fat reduction and body shaping, cellulite, acne, wrinkles, and scars, post-natal conditions and body shaping, breast lifting, tissue enhancement, abdomen, legs, buttocks, fat reduction, wrinkles, double chin, stretch marks, and more”. Treatment is inspired by bio-cybernetic principles and self-repair mechanisms, and boasts long lasting results. Beautytek Institute Beijing, 11-102, Baihuan Jiayuan, Shuangjing Qiao, Chaoyang District (136 0106 2611) 朝阳 区朝阳区双井桥百环家园 11-102 Cosmetic & Medical Solutions for Men and Women (CMS Clinic) Providing treatment for men and women from different perspectives, procedures for women include body slimming

and firming, breast implants, and facelifts, while men can benefit from procedures on double chins and belly fat, skin rejuvenation, and acne. The President and Chief Medical Director, Iwasawa Akila, is experienced in providing surgery for non-Asian patients. CMS clinic, 701 Changan Club, 10 Dongchangan Jie, Dongcheng District (6559 6769) 东城区东长安 街10号长安俱乐部701室

Cosmetic Surgery Center 北医三院上地门 诊部医学美容中心 This establishment has a long history as the earliest cosmetic surgery center in China, with a faculty experienced at national and international level. The surgery center specializes in comprehensive facial cosmetology, aesthetic facial contouring, facial rejuvenation, liposuction, aesthetic breast surgery and vulva plastic surgery, and more.

Most doctors speak English. Cosmetic Surgery Center, Bldg B, Shuma Dasha, 38 Shangdi Xinxi Lu, Haidian District (8289 0216) 海淀区上地信 息路38号上地数码大厦B座

GlobalCare Department of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery GlobalCare features cuttingedge cosmetology technologies, advanced diagnosis and treatment equipment, a highly

welcoming environment and quality service.

It has over twenty experts from top hospitals domestically and internationally, including Dr. Huang, known as “the father of plastic surgery” in Korea. GlobalCare offers minimally invasive plastic surgery, noninvasive injections, and medical skincare. GlobalCare Department of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Beijing Wuzhou Hospital, 24 Xidawang Lu, Chaoyang District (4008 900 789) 北京市朝阳区西大望路24号北 京五洲医院（原北京五洲女子医院）

Plastic Surgery Hospital 北京八大处整形 医院 Founded in 1957, the Plastic Surgery Hospital offers patients pleasing, comfortable surroundings: its classical Chinese building is named in the British Encyclopedia of World Buildings. The center enjoys a high reputation amongst locals, with around 20,000 procedures performed each year, and has its own advanced science and technology centers. Treatments include cleft lip and palate surgeries, auricular plastic and reconstructive surgery, cranio-maxillofacial surgery, body sculpture and liposuction, comprehensive scar treatment and more.

English speaking staff available. Plastic Surgery Hospital, 33 Badachu Lu, Shijingshan District.

(8877 2233) 石景山区八大处路

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Spotlight Chinese IT is getting ready to spread its wings and take off from the domestic market and go truly international.

Yongfu Yu, CEO of the mobile internet software company UCWeb, has led his organization to the forefront of the Chinese mobile browser industry with even more ambitious plans in store. He spoke to Agenda, telling us how he recognized the potential in the company and how they plan to take their pioneering technology worldwide.

Besting the Brower Battle

Yongfu Yu takes a Chinese browser technology worldwide Text by Calvin Smith, photo by Nature Zhang

Tell us a little bit about yourself and how guys were different. They held wisdom well UCWeb got started. UCWeb was founded in beyond their business age in both foresight and 2004, and I joined and reorganized the company long-term planning.

Unfortunately, but luckily for me, Legend in late 2006. When the two founders of UCWeb came to Legend (the present Lenovo) in search of voted down the project due to the uncertain investment, I was then the VP of Legend Capital. business future of browsers. The final result was, I could tell from the very beginning that UCWeb at the end of 2006, at 30 years of age, I decided to had a great team and equally great products, but be the man at the wheel rather than an associate. what really impressed me was my first meeting I resigned my previous post and joined UCWeb. with the founders, Liang Jie and Xiao Peng.

When they showed me their business cards The cell browser market is extremely competiwith the “Vice President” title, I insisted on talk- tive, especially for third-party developers, yet ing to their boss, because investment is a very UC Browser has become extremely popular. serious endeavor. They told me they didn’t have What makes UC Browser stand out? As early a boss because, despite being the founders of the company and technically competent, “Successful internationalization actually they weren’t entrepreneurially- requires localization, rather than releasing minded enough to take the a product that is merely translated. This company where it needed to means we will invest in the major markets go. That’s when I realized these one by one”

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as 2004, UCWeb took the lead “At UCWeb, we have always believed that in adopting Client-Server Mixed technical innovation is the heart of the comComputing (cloud computing) pany, and so we consistently devote 75% architecture to make cell phone or more of our staff to developing those browsers. The kernel for this type of browser is actually in innovations” the cloud, i.e., performing realSecond, successful internationalization actutime compressing and processing of web data ally requires localization, rather than releasing and then distributing it to the client.

With this technology we could compress 90% a product that is merely translated. This means of the web traffic, and its advantages, such as fast we will invest in the major markets one by one. access to the web content and saving money, Finally, we follow a two-step process to penpower, and time, quickly won over a broad follow- etrate any markets in the world. In general, the ing. Within 15 months, competitors were trying to first step is testing our product’s competency: imitate us, but we’ve maintained our dominant po- namely, can it fulfill local users’ needs? If we can sition. Silk, the browser for the Kindle Fire platform say“Yes”, then we will deploy more resources, launched by Amazon in last year, actually uses the open a local office, and seek more in-depth cooperation with local partners. At present, the same client-server architecture as us.

In June 2011, UCWeb introduced U3, a new- number of our users overseas has exceeded 40 generation cell phone browser kernel for intel- million, including over 20 million in India. ligent terminals and high-speed web environment. We then quickly migrated this kernel Which OS do you prefer? iOS, Android, or to platforms like Android and iOS. So far, the Windows Phone 7? Each has advantages. The feedback from U3 has indicated we’re leaving open nature of Android means that over time it will be preferred by more people, in China and our competitors far behind. abroad. Because of this, it is the most likely to UCWeb historically invests heavily in R&D: have the brightest future. why do you feel this is important? We have a saying at UCWeb – product quality is “the 1” while What’s next for UCWeb? There are over 7 bilmarketing, management, and other business lion people around the globe, 1.2 billion PCs, elements are “the 0s” that follow. Product quality and more than 5.2 billion cell phones. Our goal is the foundation that the others stand upon. At is to help more than half of the people on earth UCWeb, we have always believed that technical access internet through our technology. innovation is the heart of the company, and so we consistently devote 75% or more of our staff to developing those innovations.

Georgia Tech alumnus Calvin Smith is a selfUCWeb is one of the major Chinese companies professed “Geek, Traveler, to take on the international market. What Gamer and Sports Fan”, challenges have you faced adapting your as well as an Attorney products to the more diversified culture of and the Managing Edithe international market? Based on our research tor of mobiSights.com. and analysis, we have come to three conclusions.

He also serves as Public First, UCWeb has greater advantages in emerging Relations Director for the Great Wall Club, a markets because we understand the critical factors CEO member-based trade organization for the in users’ experiences, in terms of products design mobile internet industry. and development. In North America, we are still Find out more at gmic.greatwallclub.com. learning what users value most.

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Italian

Eatalia This Wudaokou restaurant stands out from the surrounding student hang-outs and is one of the best places to go in Haidian for authentic Italian pizza and pasta. The owner, Mario, works the floor with a smile and puts the best Italy has to offer on your table. The pizzas are large enough for two to share and the pastas are cooked to perfection. JM Daily 11.30am-midnight. 10-12 Huaqing Jiayuan, Wudaokou, Haidian District (8286 4848) 海淀 区五道口华清嘉园10-12号

Perfect for lunch outside the office in Zhonguancun or Haidian districts, or for those who miss real Italian food.

Signature dishes include the classic Spaghetti Bolognese (RMB 38), Pizza Diavola (RMB 18 to RMB 175) and the Ravioli Lombardia (RMB 52).

While in the neighborhood stop by Zhonguancun for a new gadget before dinner.

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Southwestern Chinese

Trainspotting 猜火车 This Fangjia Hutong restaurant gives a unique twist on contemporary southwestern Chinese cuisine. Floor-to-ceiling windows afford a nice view of the neighboring Red House art and performance space, and the restaurant hosts regular film screenings, seminars and talks. JM Daily 11am-11pm. 46 Fangjia Hutong (south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District (6406 0658) 猜火车,东城区方家胡同46号艺术园区 (国子监南临)

Perfect for having a southwestern Chinese cuisine experience in an artsy hutong location.

Signature dishes include the Miao-style spareribs (RMB 88), mango and salmon cubes on crunchies (RMB 28) and peppered wild mushrooms (RMB 48).

While in the neighborhood stop by the Confucius or Lama temples, or take in a performance at the Red House.

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Xinjiang

Xinjiang Islam Restaurant This popular venue is close to the Beijing Zoo and has a great reputation among Xinjiang cuisine lovers, owing to its authentic, traditionally made cuisine, large dishes and cheap prices - only RMB 50-80 per person. Homemade yogurt (自制酸奶), Muslim-style stir-fried chicken (大盘鸡) and sizzling lamb kebabs are among the menu’s highlights. To avoid disappointment, reserve a table or arrive in advance – this is a popular restaurant at meal times. OR Xinjiang Provincial Government Office, 7 Sanlihe Lu, Xicheng District (6830 1820) 西城区三里 河路7号

Perfect for a hearty dinner with family and friends, especially meat lovers.

While in the neighborhood have a leisurely stroll around Beijing Zoo or enjoy a performance at the Beijing Exhibition Theater.

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Different: Escaping the Competitive Herd by Youngme Moon Youngme Moon’s Different is a book for “people who don’t read business books.” Her message is “Going tit for tat and adding features, augmentations, and gimmicks to beat the competition has the perverse result of making you like everyone else.”She identifies the outliers, the mavericks, who reject orthodoxy. In fact, almost every success story over the past two decades has been an exception to the rule. Go to your computer and compare AOL and Yahoo! with Google.

The former pile on feature upon feature to their home pages, while Google is like an austere boutique, dominating a category filled with “extras.”

Different shows how to succeed in a world where conformity reigns, but exceptions rule.

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Irish Pub

The James Joyce The image of an Irish bar with its dark wooden fittings, busy taps and bantering wit is one of the staples of the nightlife industry, and so The James Joyce is the latest in the line of Celtic hostelries in Beijing. A good range of draft beers (including Stella, Kilkenny and of course Guinness) is supplemented by a fine range of (primarily Scottish) whiskies and ample cocktails. Bar food includes the classic staples and Chinese dishes, including chuanr. MC The James Joyce, 14 Xindong Lu, Chaoyang District (131 2181 5211) 朝阳区新东路14号

Perfect for sitting back on those fine leather chairs and setting the world to rights.

While in the neighborhood pop by the Shimao shopping mall, or have a dreamy look at the Bentley show room.

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Jazz Bar

East Shore Jazz Café Jazz remains the musical style of choice for the cerebral, urbane and fashionable. Its delicious beats, funky syncopation, technical proficiency and lyrical soloing make any major city’s jazz clubs a must-see. The East Shore Jazz Café overlooks Qianhai, its large windows presenting the area’s sparkling lights twinkling on the water. The caliber of musician is consistently high and the audience generally attentive and appreciative. Sit back, chill out with a cocktail, and dig the rhythm. MC 2/F, 2 Qianhai Nanyanlu (just to the west of the post office on Di’anmenwai Dajie), Xicheng District (8403 2131) 西城区地安门外大街前海南沿2号楼2层 Perfect for soaking up the jazzy vibes in a cozy setting.

Signature drinks include a good range of cocktails – try the Mojito.

While in the area, skip the awful Houhai bars and head to Alba in Guluo for one of their excellent whiskies.

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Hat Shop

Sheng Xifu 盛锡福 High-quality, handmade garments are hard to find these days, which is precisely why this store has a laozihao (老字号, time-honored brand) reputation. Established in Tianjin in 1911, Sheng Xifu came to Qianmen in 1937; Beijingers have been coming here to buy high-quality hats ever since. JM Daily 10am-10pm. 55-57 Qianmen Dajie, Chongwen District (6315 4068) 崇文区前门大街甲 55-57号

Perfect for hipsters and fashion hounds of all ages looking for high-quality headwear.

Signature hats include fedoras, chupalla (a traditional Chilean horseman’s hat made of straw) and even fascinator hats.

While in the neighborhood go window shopping along Qianmen Dajie and indulge in a lavish dinner at Capital M.

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Massage

Joyful Bliss金佰健康会馆 A close neighbor of Solana, Joyful Bliss features a refined, tranquil interior and quality service.

They have invested substantial efforts to bring beauty to every woman, providing a wide range of relaxing massages and beauty treatments. Therapists are highly trained, while all the massages oils are imported from America and personally selected by Dr David Zhang, the owner and founder.

Joyful Bliss is an ideal treat for women who need unwinding or pampering, and offers a great two-for-one deal for several massage packages. OR 3/F Golden Land Office, 32 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (136 1125 2085) 朝阳区亮马桥路 32号，高澜大厦附楼三层

Signature Treatment includes massage for weight control & belly reduction (RMB 298 per hour), breast care massage (RMB 298 per hour), oil massage + full body skin damage repairing & anti-aging care (RMB 398 per hour).

While you are in the neighborhood do some shopping at Solana for a new outfit or sample the ample food and drink options in the area.

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My perfect Day in Beijing

Bharadwaj Pudipeddi, Regional Manager for Product Strategy, Lenovo Text by Mike Cormack, photo courtesy of Bharadwaj Pudipeddi

As my work demands extensive travel, I always try my best to be in Beijing for the weekends.

Coming from a tropical part of the world (India), I like spending my weekends outdoors around the Gulou area.

Weekend and brunches go hand in hand for me. Café Zarah is my first preferred venue for a simple yet filling brunch. I love the laid back atmosphere, soothing music in the background and let’s not forget the large glass doors for people watching.

Then I would stroll in the hutongs - getting lost in them is not a bad thing at all. That’s how a couple of friends and I ended up discovering the beer heaven – Great Leap Brewing. Though it’s now temporarily closed, since this is my “perfect day,” it would be open again, and the weather perfect for sitting outside. A pleasant afternoon, clear skies, sipping some of the famous Honey Ma ale and catching up with my buddies - that’s what I call bliss.

Mr. Shi’s Dumplings, tucked away in Baochao Hutong - this place is one of the best dumpling restaurants that I have ever tried.

Undoubtedly it’s my first preference for dinner in this vicinity. With an amazing choice of fillings and cheap beer to accompany a good meal, it does not require any further description.

I would then head over to Apothecary in Nali Patio to try some of their outstanding cocktails. I love to watch a good mixologist in action and to savor the results; the Dark and Stormy is my personal favorite.

Finally, for a late supper, I would go for what I think is some of the best Indian cuisine in the city, at Tadka restaurant in the Beijing Marriot Northeast. The chefs there are accomodating

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enough to make any Indian dish you describe for them, so it’s like a home-away-from-home for me.

To sum it up, the perfect day in Beijing for me is a combination of catching with buddies, discovering new and happening hangout spots and trying out new restaurants.

Café Zarah 42 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District (8403 9807) cafezarah.com 东城区鼓 楼东大街42号

Great Leap Brewing 6 Doujiao Hutong, Dongcheng District (187 1007 7331) 东城区豆 角胡同6号大跃

Mr. Shi’s Dumplings 74 Baochao Hutong, Gulou Dong Dajie (walk north on Baochao Hutong until the western end of Gulou Dong Dajie), Dongcheng District (8405 0399, 131 6100 3826) 东城区鼓楼东大街, 宝钞胡同74号

Apothecary, 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花 园3层 (5208 6040) Tadka, 2/F, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast, 26A Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区霄云路甲 26号海航大厦万豪酒店2层 (5927 8888)

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The agenda Thursday, MAR 8 TIMES VARY Inside a Book a House of Gold: Artists’ Editions for Parkett Until April 8. UCCA presents a groundbreaking exhibition in collaboration with the Swiss art journal Parkett, consisting of 212 limited edition pieces in every possible medium by 192 artists to create a walk-in encyclopedia of contemporary art covering the past 30 years. RMB 10 (free on Thursdays). UCCA, 798 Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (8459 9269) ucca.org.cn

Tuesday, MAR 13 7.30PM-LATE Headhunter and Social Networking Opportunity knocks for career development. Register at info@fcgroup.org or 139 1109 8002. RMB 130 (includes drink and canapés), RMB 90 (before Mar 12). 7.30pm-late. Flames, Hilton Wangfujing. 89 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng District (5812 8888) 东城

Friday, MAR 9 8-11PM 11AM-12.30PM Yoga Yard Community Classes Do good, do yoga. Class fees operate on a donation basis. Proceeds go to the Surmang Foundation and the Migrant Children’s Foundation. RMB 50 (minimum requested). Yoga Yard, 6/F, Bldg 17 Gongti Beilu (across from the north gate of Workers’ Stadium), Chaoyang District (6413 0774) 瑜珈 苑，朝阳区工体北路17号楼6层工人 体育场北门对面

Wednesday, MAR 14 7.30-10PM Film Screening: Paisito Anna Diez’s 2009 film takes place one week before the bloodiest military coup to take place in the smallest country in South America. Free.

Instituto Cervantes, 1A Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District (5879 9666) 阳区工 体南路甲1号

区北京王府井希尔顿酒店

Sunday, MAR 18 9AM Culture Yard Ski Trip Spend a full day with your skis in the snow at Yunfoshan Ski Resort. RMB 680. 9am. Culture Yard, 10 Shique Hutong, Dongcheng District (8404 4166) 东城区石雀胡同10号

Monday, MAR 19 TIMES VARY Real Estate Investment World China 2012 A four-day forum (Mar 19-22) for domestic and international property developers, funds, asset managers and investors featuring a variety of speakers, panel discussions, retail site tour and a postconference masterclass. AmCham China members receive a 15% discount. Register at terrapinn.com or call 6322 2701 for info. China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2266) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号

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Saturday, MAR 10 10PM-LATE D’Julz French house and techno maestro.

Price TBD. 10pm. Lantern, 100m north of Workers’ Stadium West Gate, Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District (135 0134 8785) 朝阳区工体西路工 体西门往北走100米

Highlights for the weeks of Thu, mar 8 – Wed, MAR 21 Sunday, MAR 11

Monday, MAR 12

7PM-LATE Speed Dating

8-11PM Roxette

Here’s your chance to woo someone in just six minutes.

Reserve at www.fishbowlevents. com. RMB 150 (includes a drink and appetizers). Ciro’s Pomodoro, 81 Nali Patio, Sanlitun, Chaoyang District (5208 6008) 朝阳区那里花

The Swedish pop pair return to Beijing for a performance at the Mastercard Center in Wukesong. RMB 280-880 (mypiao.com/ticket/41561).

Mastercard Center, 69 Fuxing Lu, Haidian District (6828 6386) 海淀区 复兴路69号

园三里屯路81号

Thursday, MAR 15

Friday, MAR 16

Saturday, MAR 17

9.30PM-MIDNIGHT DJ Rob Swift

8PM Tizzy Bac

6PM St. Patrick’s Day at Q Bar

The former X-cutioner scratchmaster comes to Beijing to work his magic on the wheels of steel as part of the JUE Music + Art Festival. DJ Wesley supports. RMB 100 (RMB 80 pre-sale). Yugong Yishan, 2-3 Zhang Zizhong Lu (former Duan Qirui government building, east of Ping’an Dadao), Dongcheng District (6404 2711) 东城区张自忠路2-3号

Guitar-free rockers from Taiwan.

Part of JUE Festival. RMB 200, RMB 150 (advance). Yugong Yishan, 2-3 Zhang Zizhong Lu (former Duan Qirui government building, east of Ping’an Dadao), Dongcheng District (6404 2711) 东城区张自忠路2-3号段祺瑞执

Celebrate St.Patrick’s Day at Q bar.

Green theme. A line of green cocktails and Guinness offered. Q Bar, Top Foor, Eastern Inn Hotel, 6 Baijiazhuang Lu (the south end of Sanlitun Nanlu), Chaoyang District (6595 9239), web qbarbeijing.com 朝阳区百家庄6号(朝 阳门医院北门东100米)三里屯南路逸

政府旧址西院愚公移山

羽连锁酒店顶楼

段祺瑞执政府旧址

Tuesday, MAR 20

Wednesday, MAR 21

10AM-11.30AM Talk: Exercise Do’s and Don’ts

8.30PM-MIDNIGHT Suzie Wong’s Ladies Night

Head physiotherapist Sheilagh Anderson advises on how to improve your fitness regimen. Register at seminar@internationalsos.com. Free.

10am-11.30am. Beijing International SOS Clinic, Suite 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District (6462 9112) 朝阳区新源里16

Free Grand Marnier drinks.

8.30pm-midnight. Suzie Wong’s, 1A Nongzhanguan Lu (west gate of Chaoyang Park), Chaoyang District (6500 3377) 朝阳区农展馆路甲1号朝

号琨莎中心一座105室

阳公园西门

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9.30AM-2PM INN Trekkie Make new friends and explore Beijing’s secret gems together.

Register before Mar 6 at innbeijing@ hotmail.com. Free. 9.30am-2pm.

National Art Museum of China (6401 2252/7076)

6.45-7.45PM Heyrobics at the British School of Beijing (Shunyi) Get an hour of this beat-pumping exercise from Sweden, and enjoy free flow of VitaminWater and an opportunity to win sports attire. British School of Beijing (Shunyi).

South Side, 9 Anhua Lu, Shunyi District (8047 3588) 顺义区安华路9号南院 heyrobics.com

11AM-1PM Season Opening Luncheon Beijing Ladies Golf launch the golf year in style.

RMB 250 (lunch), RMB 400 (membership). 11am. Capital Club. Tickets at beijingladiesgolf@gmail.com.

Inside a Book a House of Gold: Artists’ Editions for Parkett Until April 8.

UCCA presents a groundbreaking exhibition in collaboration with Parkett (a Swiss art journal) consisting of 212 limited edition pieces in every possible medium by 192 artists to create a walk-in encyclopedia of contemporary art covering the past 30 years. RMB 10 (free on Thursdays). UCCA. 798 Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (8459 9269) www.ucca.org.cn wines from a variety of regions. RMB 150 per person, RMB 88 per person for in-house guests. Hilton Beijing. 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District (5865 5000) 朝阳区 东三环北路东方路1号

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7-10PM

Thursday Night Ribs Full rack of BBQ pork ribs to share, plus a bucket of six Tiger beers. RMB 360. 4pm-late. Blue Frog S4-30, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (6417 4030) 朝阳区三里屯北路19号

Sparkling & Canapes Titular food and wine flow freely. RMB 280. 7-10pm.

Terra. 1 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District (6591 9148) 朝阳区三里屯南路1号

三里屯Village南区4号楼3层S4-30

5-8PM Happy Hour @ROOM Enjoy buy-oneget-one-free drinks from 5-8pm every Monday to Saturday at ROOMbeijing.

House wine at RMB 80 glass, cocktails are RMB 70. ROOMbeijing. Rm 301302, 3/F, Park Life, Yintai Centre, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8517 2033) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银 泰中心301-302室room-beijing.com

6-11PM Ladies Night at 12SQM Ladies get RMB 30 martinis and margaritas at “Beijing's coziest bar.” 12SQM. Corner of Nanluogu Xiang and Fuxiang Hutong, Dongcheng District (6402 1554) 东城区南锣鼓巷福祥1号

6.30-9.30PM Hilton Wine Club Every Thursday sommelier Julia Zhu hosts wine tastings where guests can enjoy five

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7.30-9.30PM Live Zen: Practice & Meditation Gain insight into the teachings and practices of Zen Buddhism. RMB 150, RMB 400 (4 classes). 7.30-9.30pm.

China Culture Center. Kent Center, 29 Anjialou, Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6432 9341) 朝阳区亮马桥路29 号安家楼肯特中心院内

8PM Girls’ Night Out at Xiu Ladies enjoy two free drinks and 30% off all bottles of Absolut. Xiu, 6/F, Park Hyatt Beijing, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1234) 朝阳区建国门外大 街2号柏悦酒店

Bowling League Until Mar 22. Form a team and get knocking down them pins. Price TBD. Gongti 100, 6 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District (6552 2688) 朝阳区工体西路6号

9-11.30PM Randy Abel Stable Bringing bluegrass

and country to the table. Free. Temple.

B202, 206 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (131 6107 0713) 东城区鼓楼东大 街206号B202

The Drops Trio at Jianghu Live Show Bar French duo plays jazzinfused rock and pop. RMB 60 (RMB 50 presale, e-mail jincanZh@gmail. com). Jianghu Live Show Bar. 7 Dongmianhua Hutong, Jiaodaokou Nandajie, Dongcheng District (6401 5269) 东城区交道口南大街东棉花胡同7 号 thedrops.net

TIMES VARY Expat Squash League Squash with expats in a league format. Court rental costs shared. Email williamfrisby@ yahoo.co.uk to sign up. 6.30pm. Asia Pacific Building. 8 Yabao Lu (near Ritan Park), Chaoyang District (8563 9988) 亚 太大厦.朝阳区雅宝路8号

International Women’s Day Cocktail Compass Box Whiskey celebrates the day with special half-price cocktails, canapés and oysters. All profits go to charity. Price and venue TBD (186 0120 3623) Weekly Canape Night Enjoy snacks as you sip wines from the wine machines. RMB 100 (non-members), free (members). Pudao Wines. Unit F1-01, Tower AB, The Office Park, 10 Jintong Xilu, Chaoyang District (8590 3020) 朝阳区金桐西路10号远洋光华国 际AB座F1-01

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2/F, The Regent Beijing, 99 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District (8522 1789) 东城 区金宝街99号北京丽晶酒店2层迪卡博 意大利餐厅

Friday

10AM-3PM Art and Architecture Tour of Beijing A tour of some of Beijing’s most famous architectural archetypes, including the Bird’s Nest, The National Theater, the Dongbianmen Ming Dynasty Watchtower and the new CCTV Tower.

Depart from the KFC, Qianmen West Street, Southwest corner of Tian'anmen Square. China Culture Center. Kent Center, 29 Anjialou, Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6432 9341) 朝阳区亮 马桥路29号安家楼肯特中心

11AM-12.30PM Yoga Yard Community Classes Do good, do yoga. Class fees operate on a donation basis. Proceeds go to the Surmang Foundation and the Migrant Children’s Foundation. RMB 50 (minimum requested). Yoga Yard, 6/F, Bldg 17 Gongti Beilu (across from the north gate of Workers' Stadium), Chaoyang District (6413 0774) 瑜珈苑，朝阳区工 体北路17号楼6层工人体育场北门对面

11.30AM-2PM Daccapo Business Set Lunch Every Monday to Friday enjoy contemporary Italian cuisine and the Regent’s top-notch service. RMB 128+15% per person for any combination of 2 items of salad, soup, main course or dessert, RMB 158+15% per person for a 3-course combination. Daccapo,

9.30PM-MIDNIGHT Lulu Galore & Sweet Leaf The urbane sounds of ’50s swing jazz.

Smooth. Free. 9.30pm. Temple. B202, 206 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (131 6107 0713) 东城区鼓楼东

Chaoyang District (5922 8888) 朝阳区 东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

9PM-Midnight Milonga Emoción Meet fellow Tango lovers. RMB 50 (includes one drink) John Hawkins. B1/F, Workers' Gymnasium, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (139 1120 1872, 6551 2971, 6552 5905, TangoChinoClub@gmail.com) 创意之 窗, 朝阳区工人体育馆工体北路

大街206号B202

5PM Pink Fridays LGBT-friendly evening showcasing pink Piscos, Cosmos and daiquiris. Free. Terra, 1 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District (6591 9148) 朝阳区 三里屯南路1号

6-11PM MEAT Me! Australian tenderloin features in this meat-heavy buffet. RMB 328+15%, RMB 108 extra for free-flow house wine and Stella Artois. Elements, Hilton Beijing 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Chaoyang District (5865 5020) 朝阳区东方路1号希尔顿酒店2层元素阁

7.30-9.30PM Italian Aperitivo Fridays at Modernista Enjoy a homemade Mediterranean Buffet and spritz and martini cocktails are buy-1-get-1 free until 21.30. Modernista. 44 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District (136 9142 5744, modernistabj@ yahoo.com) 东城区宝钞胡同44号

8.45PM Windy Barnes at MIX Tuesday-Saturday. Windy Barnes moves effortlessly from Jazz to Pop, to R&B and Gospel.

Mix, Westin Chaoyang 1/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu,

9PM-2AM Milango at Vida Mia Tango Club Meet local tango lovers and share a drink with the owner and make new friends. RMB 30 includes one drink.

Vida Mia Tango Club. 58 Dongzhongjie, Meihui Dasha, Unit 1, 203, Dongcheng District (186 0114 3498, vidamiaclub@ yahoo.com) 东城区东中街58号美惠大厦 一单元 203室, 东四十条桥附近

Xpress Chart hits from across the decades, with an emphasis on the early ’90s. Free. Xiu, 6/F, Park Life (entrance across from the Park Hyatt hotel lobby), Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8567 1108) 秀朝阳区建国门外大街2号柏悦酒店6层 银泰中心悦生活6层

9.30PM-12.30AM Anna Stamburg Band With blues, jazz and soul. Free. Ciro’s Pomodoro.

81 Nali Patio, Sanlitun, Chaoyang District (5208 6008) 朝阳区那里花园三 里屯路81号

TIMES VARY SALT Spring Days Enjoy the change of season at SALT and add a glass of wine or beer to SALT’s well-loved Lunch.

Enjoy Paulo’s twists on SALT favourites.

Check out the new seasonal wine and drinks list to complement your dining.

Two and three course prix-fare cuisine that changes in line with what’s available on a daily basis. Mon-Fri 12-3pm.

SALT, 2/F, 9 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite the Japanese School, west of Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District (6437 8457) 盐朝 阳区将台西路9号2层（珀丽酒店西边）

Milonga Emoción Meet and mingle with fellow Tango lovers. RMB 50 (includes one drink) John Hawkins. B1/F, Workers’ Gymnasium, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (139 1120 1872, 6551 2971, 6552 5905, TangoChinoClub@ gmail.com) 创意之窗, 朝阳区工人体育馆工体北路

Inside a Book a House of Gold: Artists’ Editions for Parkett Until April 8. UCCA presents a groundbreaking exhibition in collaboration with Parkett (a Swiss art journal) consisting of 212 limited edition pieces in every possible medium by 192 artists to create a walkin encyclopedia of contemporary art covering the past 30 years. RMB 10 (free on Thursdays). UCCA. 798 Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (8459 9269) www.ucca.org.cn

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BSK Cooking Class: With Color Simple Chinese dishes that incorporate the rainbow, from three-mushroom stir-fry to three-color chicken. RMB 300. 10am-1pm. Black Sesame Kitchen.

3 Heizhima Hutong, Dongcheng District (136 9147 4408) 东城区黑芝 麻胡同3号

2-4.30PM Global Kitchen: Pakistani Learn to make naan and curries at home. RMB 250, RMB 200 (members). 2-4.30pm.

The Hutong.1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号 (北新桥地铁站东南边）

2-7PM French Jewelry Exhibition Nicolas Favard presents his latest work. Free.

2-7pm. Nicolas Favard. 28 Sanlitun Lu (in the alleyway just west of Sanlitun Village North), Chaoyang District (6413 0818) 朝阳区三里屯路28号 (三里屯 Village北区西侧)

8.30-11.30pm Latin and Ballroom Dancing Party Sino-Chu wine bar holds Latin and Ballroom dancing parties every Saturday night. Minimum RMB 30 purchase from the wine bar is required to attend. Sino-Chu Wine Bar. 18 Liangmahe Nanlu (behind the Australian embassy), Chaoyang District (8532 2418) 朝阳区东直门外大街亮马河南 路18号

9.30PM-12.30AM Elliot Johnson and the Taste of Soul Band Authentic Chicago blues. Free.

Ciro's Pomodoro, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (5208 6008) 波莫多 洛, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号

10PM-LATE Bang Bitesize Buddha DJs. Free. Punk, B1/F, The Opposite House, Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (6410 5222) 朝阳区三里屯路11 号三里屯Village1号楼瑜舍地下1层

D’Julz French house and techno maestro. Price TBD. 10pm. Lantern.

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Caviar and Champagne Specials at China Grill and China Bar Chef de cuisine Jens Muenchenbach from China Grill and hotel sommelier Miss Meiyu Li present a “Caviar and Champagne menu,” featuring a selection of Russian caviar, oysters, Boston lobster and more. China Grill. 66/F, Park Hyatt Beijing, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1234) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号 柏悦酒店66层

Gate, Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District (135 0134 8785) 朝阳区工体西路工体西 门往北走100米

MEN Dance-punk and electro-pop from Brooklyn-based feminists. RMB 100, RMB 70 (advance). Yugong Yishan.

3-2 Zhangzizhong Lu (100m west of Zhangzizhong Lu subway station), Dongcheng District (6404 2711) 东城 区平安大道张自忠路3-2号 (地铁五号线 张自忠路站往西100米)

TIMES VARY All-You-Can-Eat Weekend Kitchen Party All-you-can-eat menu of classic Chinese dishes with free-flow wines and imported draft beers. RMB 328.

International Food Warehouse, B1/F, Park Life, Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8567 1568) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号北京柏悦 酒店地下1层

JUE Music + Art Festival Enjoy a few weeks of music and art, including a performance by indie rock legends Death Cab for Cutie. Various venues around town. Visit juefestival.com for more details.

Mashup Saturday Basketball League The Mashup Men’s Basketball League plays Saturday afternoons for eight weeks (until March 24th) and consists of 40-minute, full court 5-on-5 games with minimum of seven players per team (maximum twelve players).

Location TBD. Visit mashupasia.com for more info.

Great Wall Hike From the orchards of Hengling valley, a friendly smile from the local apple farmer will set you off for a 13-km 4-hour hike on the wild Great Wall. Small in the beginning, majestic at the end. RMB 1,100 (inclusive of meals and transportation).

Dandelion Hiking. (Chinahiking.cn, info@chinahiking.cn, 156 5220 0950) SALTastation Mon-Sat. Five courses paired with New and Old World wines.

RMB 518 (food and wine), RMB 318 (food only). SALT, 2/F, 9 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite the Japanese School, west of Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District (6437 8457) 盐朝阳区将台西路9号2层 (珀丽酒店西边) Caviar and Champagne Specials at China Grill and China Bar Chef de cuisine Jens Muenchenbach from China Grill and hotel sommelier Miss Meiyu Li present a “Caviar and Champagne menu,” featuring a selection of Russian caviar, oysters, Boston lobster and more. 66/F, Park Hyatt Beijing, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1234) 朝阳区建国门外大 街2号柏悦酒店66层

French Film Festival A month’s celebration of Francophone cinema at the Institut Français de Chine, the Embassy of Poland, the Embassy of Romania and the Beijing University of Language and Culture (BLCU). Visit faguowenhua.com/francophonie for schedule and details.

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11AM-1.30PM

SUNDay 9AM-4PM

Jundushan Ski Resort & Hot Springs Spend the day on the slopes and the afternoon in the spa. RMB 680. Culture Yard. 10 Shique Hutong, Dongcheng District (8404 4166) 东城区石雀胡同10号

10AM-NOON Hutong Tour: Prophets, Prostitutes and Spies Delve into seedy episodes of Beijing’s past. RMB 120, RMB 100 (members). The Hutong. 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) 东城区九道湾中巷胡 同1号 (北新桥地铁站东南边）

10.30AM-NOON HeyRunning in Chaoyang Park Tenweek running camp with professional instruction for runners of all levels.

Chaoyang Park. 朝阳公园 (heyrobics. com, info@heyrobics.com)

Chinese Kitchen: TCM Culinary Series Learn three recipes that follow the nutritional principles of traditional Chinese medicine. RMB 280, RMB 250 (members). 11am-1.30pm. The Hutong. 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号 (北新桥地铁站东南边）

11.30AM-3PM Ultimate Sunday Brunch Sunday brunch with Veuve Clicquot sounds like a good idea. The organic station and superfood bar at this sumptuous buffet means you can have your cake and eat it too. RMB 288+15% (includes soft drinks and fresh juice), RMB 348+15% (includes red & white wine & local beer), RMB 398+15% (includes Veuve Clicquot champagne).

BLD Cafe, Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 61 Daongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (5863 8223) 朝阳区 东三环中路61号北京富力万丽酒店

10.30AM-1PM

NOON-2PM

Chinese Kitchen: Homemade Organic Tofu Transform organic soybeans into perfectly creamy tofu. RMB 250 (includes take-home materials), RMB 200 (members). 10.30am-1pm.

The Hutong. 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao

Outdoor Field Hockey Hit the ground running this spring with weekly outdoor field hockey every Sunday.

Costs of pitch shared between all and for all levels. Taiyuan Diplomatic Compound (just north of the Canadian Embassy) 朝阳区太原外交公寓

4-6PM Survival Chinese Class: When You Have Problems with Your Apartment Facilities Mandarin Plus teaches you how to deal with your landlord in Chinese. RMB 100 for each twohour session. Mandarin Plus. B1-535.

Sanlitun SOHO, Chaoyang District (registration@mandarin-plus.org) 朝阳区Sanlitun Soho B1-535

3-11PM Bluegrass Jam and Workshop Hosted by the Randy Able Stable as part of the ongoing JUE Music + Art Festival. Workshop begins at 3pm and performance at 9pm. Hot Cat Club. 46 Fangjia Hutong (just south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District (6400 7868) 东 城区方家胡同46号艺术园区(国子监南临)

5-6PM Heyrobics Jukebox Session at Harrow Get fit to music the Swedish way.

Harrow International School of Beijing.

5 Anzhen Xili, Block 4, Chaoyang District (6444 8900) 朝阳区安贞西里四 区5号heyrobics.com

6.30-8PM Film Screening: In Our Time Modernista screens Taiwan New Wave film In Our Time. Modernista. 44 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District (136 9142 5744, modernistabj@yahoo.com) 东城区宝钞胡同44号

7PM-LATE Speed Dating Here’s your chance to woo someone in just six minutes.

Reserve at www.fishbowlevents.com.

RMB 150 (includes drink and appetizers). Ciro’s Pomodoro 81 Nali Patio, Sanlitun, Chaoyang District (5208 6008) 朝阳区那里花园三里屯路81号

TIMES VARY JUE Music + Art Festival Enjoy a few weeks of music and art, including a “Bike to Jue” initiative organized by Split Works and NLGX. Various venues around town.

Visit juefestival.com for more details.

Speed Dating Here’s your chance to woo someone in just six minutes. Reserve at www.fishbowlevents.com. RMB 150 (includes drink and appetizers).

Ciro’s Pomodoro 81 Nali Patio, Sanlitun, Chaoyang District (5208 6008) 朝阳区 那里花园三里屯路81号

Barolo Family Sunday Chef Gianluca and his offer a uniquely Italian experience every Sunday with exquisite antipasto, a wide selection of handcrafted pasta with paring sauce, traditional risotto, authentic dessert and unlimited fine Italian wines will be on display for your own choice. A la carte menu is also available. RMB 388 per person+15% .

Barolo. Ritz-Carlton Beijing, China Central Place, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District (5908 8951) 北京丽嘉酒店,朝阳区华贸中 心建国路甲83号

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Tai Chi Class This ancient Chinese exercise promises to foster a calm and tranquil mind. RMB 150, RMB 480 (4 classes). 10am-noon. China Culture Center. Kent Center, 29 Anjialou, Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6432 9341) 朝阳区亮马桥路29号安家 楼肯特中心

2-5PM High Tea @ROOM Enjoy six kinds of Chinese tea and nine types of tea cake for your afternoon relaxation. A pot of tea and two tea cakes is RMB 68.

ROOMbeijing. Rm 301-302, 3/F, Park Life, Yintai Centre, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8517 2033) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银泰中心301302室 room-beijing.com

7-8.40PM Chinese Culture Workshop Get the nitty-gritty on what you really want to know: popular music and local slang.

Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net.

RMB 75, RMB 60 (members). 7-8.40pm.

Culture Yard. 10 Shique Hutong, Dongcheng District (8404 4166) 东城 区石雀胡同10号

7.30-9.30PM Life Drawing Club Draw live models.

Beginners welcome. Register beforehand at info@thehutong.com. RMB 60, RMB 50 (members). 7.30-9.30pm.

The Hutong. 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号 (北新桥地铁站东南边）

7.30-11PM Bookworm Pub Quiz Free drinks come guaranteed, cash prizes however conditional upon supreme intelligence.

RMB 5. 7.30pm. The Bookworm.

Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (6586 9507) 朝阳区工体北路4号 院 chinabookworm.com

8-11PM Roxette The Swedish popsters return for a performance at the Mastercard Center in Wukesong. RMB 280-880 (mypiao.com/ticket/41561). Mastercard Center. 69 Fuxing Lu, Haidian District (6828 6386) 海淀区复兴路69号

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Roxette The Swedish pop pair return to Beijing for a performance at the Mastercard Center in Wukesong. RMB 280-880 (mypiao.com/ticket/41561).

Mastercard Center. 69 Fuxing Lu, Haidian District (6828 6386) 海淀区复兴路69号

TIMES VARY Innovation and Intellectual Property Rights: Keynote Speaker and Panel Discussion AmCham China co-hosts this conference on IP and innovation featuring keynote speaker United States Circuit Judge for the Second Circuit Denny Chin. More info at amchamchina.org/event/1020.

China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2266) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号

Huang Rui: I-Ching Together Until Mar 31. A fresh look at installation works by one of China's longest-standing contemporary artists, based on his exploration of the Book of Changes, the ancient text that recognizes the power of chance in our lives. Free. The Opposite House. Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu (north of 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District (6417 6688) 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯 Village北区1号楼

Open Jazz The jam session is hosted by jazz saxophonist Liang Jun along with a bass player and drummer.

There’s a free beer for anyone who comes on stage to play. Free. V.A. Cafe & Bar, 13 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District (5844 3638) 东城区五道营胡同13号

Temptation Mondays Get over the Monday blues with 30% off any bottle

of wine. Mosto (5208 6030). Mosto. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (5208 6030) 朝阳区三里屯路81 号那里花园3层

JUE Music + Art Festival Enjoy a few weeks of music and art, including a “Bike to Jue” initiative organized by Split Works and NLGX. Various venues around town. Visit juefestival.com for more details.

French Film Festival A month-long celebration of French language cinema at the Institut français de Chine, the Embassy of Poland, the Embassy of Romania and the Beijing University of Language and Culture (BLCU). Visit faguowenhua.com/francophonie for schedule and details.

Piscine Rose Promotion Ladies get a glass of Piscine Rose for RMB 10.

Enoterra, D405, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (5208 6076) 朝阳 区三里屯路81号那里花园D405室

Venetian Style All month. A taste of Venice in Beijing. Try whipped Venetian codfish and pancetta risotto in a five-course set menu. A la carte also available. RMB 888+15%. Cepe, The Ritz-Carlton Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District (6629 6996) 西城区 金城坊东街1号北京金融街丽思卡顿酒 店意味轩

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Warm Up to JUE Creative vendors get together to sell their handmade crafts and wares, as well as food and other goodies as a part of the JUE Music + Art festival. Yuanfen~Flow. 798, Dashanzi, 4 Jiuxianqiao Rd, Chaoyang District. 缘分~汇，798朝阳区大山子酒仙 桥路4号七星东街 juefestival.com

4-6PM Movie Corner at Le Petit Gourmand Every Tuesday and Saturday, the restaurant’s terrace will be turned into a free theater, where you can come watch your favorite movies (with English subtitles!) for free while you enjoy special offers on food and drink.

Film schedule TBD. Le Petit Gourmand, 3/F, Tongli Studios, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District (6417 6095) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里3层

6-7pm Simplify Your Life! Group Therapy Program Designed to help people

who are feeling overwhelmed in their daily lives, have problems dealing with anxiety or change, or simply need a safe place to talk, this group run by trained counseling psychologist Penny Wynne Cole focuses on specific problems and will help you restructure your connections and commitments.

RMB 340 per session (RMB 2,500 for the full 8-week program). E-mail counseling@careforchildrenservices.com. cn for more info. Care for Children.

Bldg 101 River Garden, 7 Yuyang Lu, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8046 3306) 顺义区后沙峪榆阳路7号裕京花园101栋

7.30pm Stumble Inn Quiz Night How many beers do you have? Get a free Tsingtao with every main course ordered, and play for a gallon of beer in the quiz.

Free. 7.30pm. The Stumble Inn, S3-31, 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (6417 7794) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区3 号楼3层S3-31

7.30PM-LATE Headhunter and Social Networking Opportunity knocks for career development. Register at info@fcgroup.org or 139 1109 8002. RMB 130 (includes drink and canapés), RMB 90 (before Mar 12). 7.30pm-late. Flames, Hilton

Wangfujing. 89 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng District (5812 8888) 东城 区北京王府井希尔顿酒店

8-11PM Tim’s Texas BBQ Quiz Night How many, when and where? Free. 8pm.

Tim's Texas Bar-B-Q, 14 Dongdaqiao Lu (on the corner of Guanghua Lu), Chaoyang District (6591 9161) 熏烤房， 朝阳区东大桥路14号贵友大厦正北200米

Bullfighting from Behind The Barrier Aimed at inviting visitors to think about the diversity of aesthetic and ethical points of view that arise in contemporary societies when it comes to the art of bullfighting. The works of art that will be displayed are all diverse in their approach to bullfighting.

Instituto Cervantes. 1A Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District (5879 9666) 朝阳区 工体南路甲1号

9-11pm Scarlett’s Got Talent! Every Tuesday night dancers and musicians perform in the "Scarlett’ s Got Talent" show.

Winner of the night gets a bottle of champagne. Scarlett. Hotel G, 7A Gongti Xilu (in the alley leading to Julong Garden), Chaoyang District.

(6552 2880) 朝阳区工体西路甲7号北 京极栈内

Gypsy Jazz Jam Session Join the Hot Club of Beijing as they crank out tunes worthy of the late Django Reinhardt. Salud, 66 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District (6402 5086) 东城 区南锣鼓巷66号

Jiang Hu Jazz Jam Session Jazz lovers gather – maybe you can join a jam. Free. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar, 7 Dongmianhua Hutong, Jiaodaokou Nandajie, Dongcheng District (6401 4611) 东城区交道口南大街东棉花胡 同7号

TIMES VARY Temptation Tuesdays Drinks on Tuesday? Why not? Enjoy your favorite wines at 30% off. Modo, 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (6415 7207) 朝阳区 三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区B3楼

Bullfighting from Behind The Barrier Aimed at inviting visitors to think about the diversity of aesthetic and ethical points of view that arise in contemporary societies when it comes to the art of bullfighting. The works of art that will be displayed are all diverse in their approach to bullfighting.

Instituto Cervantes. 1A Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District (5879 9666) 朝阳区 工体南路甲1号

French Film Festival A month-long celebration of French language cinema at the Institut français de Chine, the Embassy of Poland, the Embassy of Romania and the Beijing University of Language and Culture (BLCU). Visit faguowenhua.com/francophonie for schedule and details.

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Panglongshan Great Wall Camping Until Mar 15. Hiking combined with an overnight stay at a local farmhouse at the foot of the Wall. RMB 850. 9am.

Dandelion Hiking (156 5220 0950)

10.30AM-1PM Chinese Kitchen: Tastes of Beijing Learn more about the city you love through its traditional dishes. RMB 250, RMB 200 (members). The Hutong 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号 (北新桥地铁 站东南边)

Balboa Style Swing Classes Learn to swing with the teachers Josh, Dominick and Leru. RMB 50-60 per class. Modernista. 44 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District (136 9142 5744, modernistabj@yahoo.com) 东城区宝钞 胡同44号 swingbeijing.com

6PM-MIDNIGHT Ladies’ Night at Ciro’s Two-for-one cocktails and Gypsy Kings covers from The Ismat Band. Free. (band starts 9.30pm). Ciro's Pomodoro, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (5208 6008) 波莫多洛朝阳区三里屯北路81号

7.30-10PM Film Screening: Paisito Anna Diez’s 2009 film takes place one week before the bloodiest military coup to take place in the smallest country in South America. Free. Instituto Cervantes. 1A Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District (5879 9666) 朝阳区工体南路甲1号

8-10PM Open Mic Night Musicians, singers, poets, rappers and ventriloquists all welcome. No need for advanced registration, but you will need some discernible talent. Bring your own instruments. Free.12SQM. Corner of Nanluogu Xiang and Fuxiang Hutong, Dongcheng District (6402 1554) 东城 区南锣鼓巷福祥1号

8PM-MIDNIGHT Wine Fever Buy a bottle and get free-flow tapas. RMB 200. 8-10pm.

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Film Screening: Paisito Anna Diez’s 2009 film takes place one week before the bloodiest military coop that will take place in the smallest country in South America. Free. Instituto Cervantes. 1A Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District (5879 9666) 朝阳区工体南路甲1号 Enoterra, D405, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (5208 6076) 朝阳 区三里屯路81号那里花园D405室

8.30-10PM Paddy’s Quiz Which quiz host swears the most? Prizes for every round and more. Free. 8.30pm. Paddy O’Shea’s, 28 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6415 6389) 朝阳区东直门外 大街28

Pudao Wines Master Class: Bordeaux and Burgundy Learn about wines, then drink them. Reservations essential: email beijing@pudaowines. com. RMB 500 (non-members), free (members). 8.30pm. Pudao Wines. Unit F1-01, Tower AB, The Office Park, 10 Jintong Xilu, Chaoyang District (8590 3020) 朝阳区金桐西路10号远洋光华国 际AB座F1-01

(8567 1108) 秀，朝阳区建国门外大街2 号柏悦酒店6层银泰中心悦生活6层

Milango at Vida Mia Tango Club Meet local tango lovers and share a drink with the owner and make new friends. RMB 30 includes one drink. Vida Mia Tango Club. 58 Dongzhongjie, Meihui Dasha, Unit 1, 203, Dongcheng District (186 0114 3498, vidamiaclub@yahoo.com) 东城 区东中街58号美惠大厦 一单元 203室, 东四十条桥附近

Milonga Emoción Meet, mingle and dance with fellow Tango lovers.

RMB 50 (includes one drink) John Hawkins. B1/F, Workers' Gymnasium, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (139 1120 1872, 6551 2971, 6552 5905, TangoChinoClub@gmail.com) 创意之 窗, 朝阳区工人体育馆工体北路

8.30PM-MIDNIGHT

9.30-11PM

Suzie Wong’s Ladies Night Free Grand Marnier drinks. 8.30pmmidnight. Suzie Wong’s, 1A Nongzhanguan Lu (west gate of Chaoyang Park), Chaoyang District (6500 3377) 朝

Zhang Si’an What’s French for experimental electro-folk? Free. Temple. B202, 206 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (131 6107 0713) 东城区鼓楼东 大街206号B202 (131 6107 0713)

阳区农展馆路甲1号朝阳公园西门

9PM-MIDNIGHT Divas’ Wednesday Buy-one-get-onefree on bottles of Moët & Chandon and champagne cocktails. Free.

9pm-midnight. Xiu, 6/F, Park Life (entrance across from the Park Hyatt hotel lobby), Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District

TIMES VARY French Film Festival A month’s celebration of Francophone cinema at the Institut Français de Chine, the Embassy of Poland, the Embassy of Romania and the Beijing University of Language and Culture (BLCU). Visit faguowenhua.com/francophonie for schedule and details.

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ThursDAY 10AM-1PM

BSK Cooking Class: Winter Favorites Warm up the body with braised winter bamboo shoots and hawthorn rice dumplings. RMB 300. Black Sesame Kitchen. 3 Heizhima Hutong, Dongcheng District (136 9147 4408) blacksesamekitchen.com 东城区黑芝麻 胡同3号 (136 9147 4408)

5-8PM Happy Hour @ROOM Enjoy buy-oneget-one-free drinks from 5-8pm every Monday to Saturday at ROOMbeijing.

House wine at RMB 80 glass, cocktails are RMB 70. ROOMbeijing. Rm 301302, 3/F, Park Life, Yintai Centre, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8517 2033) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银 泰中心301-302室room-beijing.com

6-11PM Ladies Night at 12SQM Ladies get RMB 30 martinis and margaritas at “Beijing's coziest bar.” 12SQM. Corner of Nanluogu Xiang and Fuxiang Hutong, Dongcheng District (6402 1554) 东城区南锣鼓巷福祥1号

6.30-9.30PM Hilton Wine Club Every Thursday sommelier Julia Zhu hosts wine tastings where guests can enjoy five different wines from a variety of regions.

RMB 150 per person For RMB 88 per

7PM Where the Wild Things Are: A WildChina Series Bringing intimate bimonthly dinners to Beijing, featuring members of their expert network.

Hollywood producer Janet Yang (The People vs. Larry Flint, The Joy Luck Club) kicks off this series. In & Out Yunnan Restaurant, No. 1 Sanlitun North Street, Chaoyang District Beijing 北 京朝阳区三里屯北小街1号 (8454 0086) RSVP wherethewildthingsare@ wildchina.com by March 9

7-10PM Sparkling & Canapes Titular food and wine flow freely. RMB 280. 7-10pm.

Terra. 1 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District (6591 9148) 朝阳区三里屯南路1号

7-11PM Spanish Literary Festival Spanish writer Albert Sánchez Piñol, author of The Cold Skin (La Piel Fría), gives a talk at the Instituto Cervantes. Free.

Instituto Cervantes. 1A Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District (5879 9666) 朝阳区 工体南路甲1号

7.30PM Green Cap Quiz Night Drink and think for prizes and glory. Free. The Green Cap, Beside Western Academy of Beijing, Laiguangying Donglu (off the Airport Expressway), Chaoyang District (186 1174 7939) 爱尔兰老人 酒吧, 朝阳区来广营东路 (北京京西学 校旁边)

8PM Kro’s Quiz Night Anthony and Jim rock the trivia. Free. Kro’s Nest, 35 Xiaoyun Lu (Opposite Renaissance Beijing Chaoyang Hotel, next to Kou Fu Ju restaurant), Chaoyang District (8391 3131) 乌巢,朝阳区霄云路35号(国 航大厦万丽酒店对面,口福居旁)

9PM Ladies Night at Zeta Bar Great music, free MULATA Rum cocktails and a “girl-zone” exclusive for ladies. Zeta Bar, 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District (5865 5050) 朝阳区东三环北路东方路1 号希尔顿饭店2层颐达吧

9.30PM-MIDNIGHT DJ Rob Swift The former X-cutioner scratchmaster comes to Beijing to work his magic on the wheels of steel as part of the JUE Music + Art Festival. DJ Wesley supports. RMB 100 (RMB 80 pre-sale). Yugong Yishan. 2-3 Zhang Zizhong Lu (former Duan Qirui government building, east of Ping'an Dadao), Dongcheng District (6404 2711) 东城区张自忠路2-3号段祺瑞执政 府旧址西院愚公移山

End of the World Not the end of the world if you like ska and rockabilly swing. Free. 9.30pm. Temple. B202, 206 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District.

(131 6107 0713) 东城区鼓楼东大街206 号B202

TIMES VARY Beijing Ladies Golf Get into the swing of spring and join Beijing’s golfing ladies. Find out more by emailing beijingladiesgolf@gmail.com. Full details at www.beijingladiesgolf.org DO A BOOK Until Mar 18. A bibliographic group show including works by cheeky typographist Xu Bing, homo-curious sculptor Ain Cocke and tchotchke photographer Hong Hao, among others. Free. White Space Beijing, Airport Service Road, 255 Caochangdi, Chaoyang District (8456 2054) 朝阳区机场辅路草场地255号

Beijing Ladies Golf Get into the swing of spring with Beijing’s golfing ladies.

Contact beijingladiesgolf@gmail.com. Full details at www.beijingladiesgolf.org

Inside a Book a House of Gold: Artists’ Editions for Parkett UCCA presents a groundbreaking exhibition in collaboration with Swiss art journal Parkett: 212 limited edition pieces in every possible medium by 192 artists to create a walk-in encyclopedia of contemporary art covering the past 30 years. RMB 10 (free on Thursdays). UCCA. 798 Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (8459 9269) ucca.org.cn

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11AM-12.30PM Yoga Yard Community Classes Do good, do yoga. Class fees operate on a donation basis. Proceeds go to the Surmang Foundation and the Migrant Children’s Foundation. RMB 50 (minimum requested). Yoga yard, 6/F, Bldg 17 Gongti Beilu (across from the north gate of Workers' Stadium), Chaoyang District (6413 0774) 瑜珈苑，朝阳区工 体北路17号楼6层工人体育场北门对面

5PM Pink Fridays LGBT-friendly evening showcasing pink Piscos, Cosmos and daiquiris. Free. Terra, 1 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District (6591 9148) 朝阳区 三里屯南路1号

Brazilian Churrasco Carnival Get ready to celebrate with Brazilian Samba, meat and seafood BBQ, Royal Salad buffet, grilled fruit, welcome cocktail & more. Brazilian Churrasco Restaurant, Crowne Plaza Beijing Park View Wuzhou, 8 Beisihuan Zhonglu (8498 2288 ext. 6178) 朝阳区北四环中路8号五洲皇冠假 日酒店1层

6-8PM Hutong Tour: Poets, Prime Ministers, and the Immortal Donkey What do an ostracized poet, a patriotic prime minister, the oldest of the Eight Immortals, and an enchanted donkey have in common? RMB 120, RMB 100 (members). 6pm. The Hutong.

1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号 (北新桥地铁 站东南边）

6-11PM MEAT Me! Australian tenderloin features in this meat-heavy buffet.

RMB 328+15%, RMB 108 extra for free-flow house wine and Stella Artois.

Elements, Hilton Beijing 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Chaoyang District (5865 5020) 朝阳区东方路1号希尔顿酒 店2层元素阁

7PM Zen Retreat Experience the calm and total peace of life as practiced by Zen Buddhism in the seclusion of a courtyard retreat near the Red Conch Temple by the hills in the outskirts of Beijing. Enjoy the simple pleasure of vegetarian Buddhist meals while you spend your days in silent contemplation, walking, hiking the hills.

China Culture Center. Kent Center, 29 Anjialou, Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6432 9341) 朝阳区亮马桥路29 号安家楼肯特中心

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7-9PM Introduction to Green Tea How to choose, make and store it. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 70, RMB 50 (members). Culture Yard. 10 Shique Hutong, Dongcheng District (8404 4166) 东城区石雀胡同10号

9.30-11.30PM We Are Not Invited No one asked them but they will bring a guest DJ along. Free. Temple. B202, 206 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (131 6107 0713) 东城区鼓楼东大街206号 B202 (131 6107 0713)

7.30-9.30PM

9.30PM-12.30AM

Italian Aperitivo Fridays at Modernista Enjoy a homemade Mediterranean Buffet and spritz and martini cocktails are buy-1-get-1 free until 21.30. Modernista. 44 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District (136 9142 5744, modernistabj@ yahoo.com) 东城区宝钞胡同44号

Anna Stamburg Band Blues, jazz and soul. Free. Ciro’s Pomodoro. 81 Nali Patio, Sanlitun, Chaoyang District (5208 6008)朝阳区那里花园三里屯路81号

8PM Tizzy Bac Guitarist-free rockers from Taiwan. Part of JUE Festival. RMB 200, RMB 150 (advance). Yugong Yishan.

2-3 Zhang Zizhong Lu (former Duan Qirui government building, east of Ping'an Dadao), Dongcheng District (6404 2711) 东城区张自忠路2-3号段祺 瑞执政府旧址西院愚公移山

9PM-2AM Milango at Vida Mia Tango Club Meet local tango lovers and share a drink with the owner and make new friends. RMB 30 includes one drink.

Vida Mia Tango Club. 58 Dongzhongjie, Meihui Dasha, Unit 1, 203, Dongcheng District (186 0114 3498, vidamiaclub@ yahoo.com) 东城区东中街58号美惠大厦 一单元 203室, 东四十条桥附近

TimeS VARY Brazilian Churrasco Carnival Get ready to celebrate with Brazilian Samba, meat and seafood BBQ, Royal Salad buffet, grilled fruit, welcome cocktail & more. Brazilian Churrasco Restaurant, Crowne Plaza Beijing Park View Wuzhou, 8 Beisihuan Zhonglu (8498 2288 ext. 6178) 朝阳区北四环中 路8号五洲皇冠假日酒店1层

Inside a Book a House of Gold: Artists’ Editions for Parkett Until April 8. UCCA presents a groundbreaking exhibition in collaboration with Parkett (a Swiss art journal) consisting of 212 limited edition pieces in every possible medium by 192 artists to create a walkin encyclopedia of contemporary art covering the past 30 years. RMB 10 (free on Thursdays). UCCA. 798 Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (8459 9269) www.ucca.org.cn

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10AM-12.30PM Chinese Kitchen: Yunnan Master China’s “in-cuisine,” chockful of wild veggies, mushrooms and spices. RMB 250, RMB 200 (members). The Hutong, 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) thehutong.com 东城区九道湾中巷胡同 1号(北新桥地铁站东南边)

NOON-3PM Taste Brazil SALT offers feijoada, Brazil’s national dish, as well as set meal options.

RMB 188 (two courses), RMB 218 (three courses), RMB 168 (feijoada, per person).

SALT, 2/F, 9 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite the Japanese School, west of Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District (6437 8457) 盐， 朝阳区将台西路9号2层（珀丽酒店西边）

2PM Ideas Travel: Voice at The Bookworm 2003 Ojo Crítico Prize and the 2005

Grinzane-Francesco Biamonti Prize owner Albert Sánchez Piñol shares his opinions on the writer’s role in giving voice to the voiceless with his peers in China and Austrilia. The Bookworm, Courtyard 4, Sanlitun Nanjie, Chaoyang District (6586 9507) 三里屯南街4号院老 书虫chinabookworm.com

2-4PM Peking Opera Workshop Grasp the history, complexity and subtleties of this famous art form. Real actors come in to talk rituals and makeup. RMB 150. China Culture Center, 29 Anjialou, Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6432 9341) 朝阳区亮马桥路29号安家楼 肯特中心院内 chinaculturecenter.org

2-4.30PM Seasonal Gourmet Cupcake Making Class St. Patrick’s Day calls for Guinness cupcakes with Bailey’s whipped cream. RMB 280, RMB 250 (members).

The Hutong, 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) thehutong.com 东城区九 道湾中巷胡同1号(北新桥地铁站东南边)

5.30-10PM All-You-Can-Eat Asian Buffet Dinner All month (except Tuesdays). Signature

dishes and street eats from all around Asia. RMB 228. Hawka, Beijing Marriott Hotel City Wall, 7 Jianguomen Nandajie, Dongcheng District (5811 8888 ext 8266) 霍克亚洲餐厅. 东城区建国门南大 街7号北京万豪酒店

6PM St. Patrick’s Day at Q Bar Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Q bar. Green theme.

A line of green cocktails and Guinness offered. Q Bar, Top Floor of Eastern Inn Hotel, 6 Baijiazhuang Lu (the south end of Sanlitun Nanlu), Chaoyang District (6595 9239) qbarbeijing.com 朝阳区百家庄6号（朝阳门医院北门东 100米）三里屯南路逸羽连锁酒店顶楼

6.30PM Beijing Irish Ball Organized by the Irish Network China, the Irish Ball is one of the highlights of Beijing’s social calendar. Enjoy the best of food and drink, music, dance and entertainment – Irish style. Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel. 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (5863 8888) 北京富丽万丽酒店,朝阳区东三环 中路61号 embassyofireland.cn

7PM Beijing Aardvarks Registration Night Pay for the season and drink free all night. Oh, it’s a rugby team.

Free. Danger Doyle’s, 3/F, Bldg 5, China View, 2 Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District (6591 3337) 朝阳区工体东路2 号中国红街大楼5号楼3层

8PM St. Patrick's Day Bash Discounts on green drinks, Celtic music and hourly trivia to get you thinking about the Irish. Free. 12SQM, Corner of Nanluogu Xiang and Fuxiang Hutong, Dongcheng District (6402 1554) 东城 区南锣鼓巷福祥1号

9.30PM The Beijing Beatles Local cover band plays renditions of the Fab Four. Free.

9.30pm. Temple. B202, 206 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (131 6107 0713) 东城区鼓楼东大街206号B202

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St. Patrick’s Day at Q Bar Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Q bar. Green theme.

A line of green cocktails and Guinness offered. Q Bar, Top Floor of Eastern Inn Hotel, 6 Baijiazhuang Lu (the south end of Sanlitun Nanlu), Chaoyang District (6595 9239) qbarbeijing.com 朝阳区百家庄6号（朝阳门医院北门东100米）三里 屯南路逸羽连锁酒店顶楼

Caviar and Champagne Specials at China Grill and China Bar Chef de cuisine Jens Muenchenbach from China Grill and hotel sommelier Miss Meiyu Li present a “Caviar and Champagne menu,” featuring a selection of Russian caviar, oysters, Boston lobster and more.

66/F, Park Hyatt Beijing, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1234) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号柏悦酒店66层

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Culture Yard Ski Day Spend a full day with your skis in the snow at Yunfoshan Ski Resort. RMB 680. 9am.

Culture Yard. 10 Shique Hutong, Dongcheng District (8404 4166) 东城 区石雀胡同10号

10AM-NOON Hutong Tour: Prophets, Prostitutes and Spies Delve into seedy episodes of Beijing’s past. RMB 120, RMB 100 (members). The Hutong. 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) 东城 区九道湾中巷胡同1号 (北新桥地铁站 东南边）

10.30AM-NOON HeyRunning in Chaoyang Park A ten-week running camp with professional instruction for runners of all levels. Chaoyang Park. 朝阳公园 (heyrobics.com, info@heyrobics.com)

11.30AM-3PM Champagne Brunch Sundays Enjoy a fizztastic end to the weekend with tempting food, free flow drinks and live music. Children supervised by professionals. RMB 308+15% (includes freeflow coffee/soft drinks), RMB 348+15% (freeflow wine), RMB388+15% (freeflow champagne).

Vasco’s, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing Donglu, Dongcheng District (5812 8888 ext. 41, email wangfujing@hilton.com) 北京市东城区 王府井东街8号北京王府井希尔顿

Healthy Bubbalicious The usual fun of the buffet brunch, with interactive games and nutritional information to help you give your health a kick. RMB 498+15% (includes free-flow champagne). Seasonal Tastes. 2/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District (5922 8880) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀 大饭店2层

Harrowthon A 10km cross-country race through Tongzhou in aid of the Fengtai orphanage. RMB 100. 10am.

Sign up at events@harrowbeijing.cn. 5 Anzhen Xili, Block 4, Chaoyang District (6444 8900) 朝阳区安贞西里四区5号

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Culture Yard Ski Day Spend a full day with your skis in the snow at Yunfoshan Ski Resort. RMB 680. 9am. Culture Yard. 10 Shique Hutong, Dongcheng District (8404 4166) 东城区石雀胡同10号

NOON-2PM Outdoor Field Hockey Hit the ground running this spring with weekly outdoor field hockey every Sunday.

Costs of pitch shared between all and for all levels. Taiyuan Diplomatic Compound (just north of the Canadian Embassy) 朝阳区太原外交公寓

2-4.30PM Seasonal Gourmet Cupcake Making Class St. Patrick’s Day calls for Guinness cupcakes with Bailey’s whipped cream. RMB 280, RMB 250 (members).

1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号 (北新桥地铁 站东南边）

2-6PM TEDxBFU: Life Is Different The launch of TEDx’s brand new season, this time in collaboration with Beijing Forestry University. Innovators, thinkers andpractitioners are again brought together to stimulate eager young minds. Price TBD. 2-6pm. 5/F, BFU Library Auditorium. 35 Qinghua Lu, Haidian District (6233 8279) 北京林业 大学.海淀区清华东路35号

3-5PM Pudao Wines Blind Tasting Buy or bring a bottle and join fellow tasters in guessing the origin, grape varietal and vintage of each participant’s wine. Prizes for the top three tasters. Reservations essential: email beijing@pudaowines.com. RMB 300 (non-members), free (members).

3pm. Pudao Wines. Unit F1-01, Tower

AB, The Office Park, 10 Jintong Xilu, Chaoyang District (8590 3020) 朝阳区 金桐西路10号远洋光华国际AB座F1-01

5-6PM Heyrobics Jukebox Session at Harrow Get fit to music the Swedish way.

Harrow International School of Beijing.

5 Anzhen Xili, Block 4, Chaoyang District (6444 8900) 朝阳区安贞西里四 区5号heyrobics.com

TIMES VARY Caviar and Champagne Specials at China Grill and China Bar Chef de cuisine Jens Muenchenbach from China Grill and hotel sommelier Miss Meiyu Li present a “Caviar and Champagne menu,” featuring a selection of Russian caviar, oysters, Boston lobster and more. 66/F, Park Hyatt Beijing, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1234) 朝阳区建国门外大 街2号柏悦酒店66层

French Film Festival A month’s celebration of Francophone cinema at the Institut Français de Chine, the Embassy of Poland, the Embassy of Romania and the Beijing University of Language and Culture (BLCU). Visit faguowenhua.com/francophonie for schedule and details.

Sunday Brunch One of the best champagne brunches in town relies on quality rather than quantity. RMB 428+15% per person (includes free-flow champagne). VIC, 6/F, Sofitel Hotel, Tower C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District (8599 6666) 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场C座6层 VIC 国际美食

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RMB 75, RMB 60 (members). 7-8.40pm.

Culture Yard. 10 Shique Hutong, Dongcheng District (8404 4166) 东城 区石雀胡同10号

monday 10AM-NOON

Tai Chi Class This ancient Chinese exercise promises to foster a calm and tranquil mind. RMB 150, RMB 480 (4 classes).

10am-noon. China Culture Center. Kent Center, 29 Anjialou, Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6432 9341) 朝阳区亮 马桥路29号安家楼肯特中心

2-5PM High Tea @ROOM Enjoy six kinds of Chinese tea and nine varieties of tea cakes for your afternoon relaxation. A pot of tea and two tea cakes is RMB 68. ROOMbeijing. Rm 301-302, 3/F, Park Life, Yintai Centre, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8517 2033) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银泰中心 301-302室room-beijing.com

7-8.40PM Chinese Culture Workshop Get the nitty-gritty on what you really want to know: popular music and local slang.

Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net.

7.30-9.30PM Life Drawing Club Draw live models.

Beginners welcome. Register at info@ thehutong.com. RMB 60, RMB 50 (members). 7.30-9.30pm. The Hutong.

1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District (6404 3355) 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号 (北新桥地铁 站东南边)

7.30-11PM Bookworm Pub Quiz Free drinks come guaranteed, cash prizes however conditional upon supreme intelligence.

RMB 5. 7.30pm. The Bookworm.

Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (6586 9507) 朝阳区工体北路4号 院 chinabookworm.com

TIMES VARY Real Estate Investment World China 2012 A four-day forum (Mar 19-22) for domestic and international property developers, funds, asset managers and investors featuring a variety of speakers, panel discussions, retail site tour and a post-conference masterclass.

AmCham China members receive a

15% discount. Register at terrapinn. com or call 6322 2701 for info. China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2266) 朝阳区 建国门外大街1号

Huang Rui: I-Ching Together Until Mar 31. A fresh look at installation works by one of China's longest standing contemporary artists, based on his exploration of the Book of Changes, the ancient text that recognizes the power of chance in our lives. Free. The Opposite House. Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu (north of 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District (6417 6688) 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯 Village北区1号楼

Open Jazz The jam session is hosted by jazz saxophonist Liang Jun along with a bass player and drummer.

There’s a free beer for anyone who comes on stage to play. Free. V.A. Cafe & Bar, 13 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District (5844 3638) 东城 区五道营胡同13号

Temptation Mondays Get over the Monday blues with 30% off any bottle of wine. Mosto (5208 6030). Mosto. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (5208 6030) 朝阳区三里屯路81 号那里花园3层

JUE Music + Art Festival Enjoy a few weeks of music and art, including a “Bike to Jue” initiative organized by Split Works and NLGX. Various venues around town. Visit juefestival.com for more details.

French Film Festival A month’s celebration of Francophone cinema at the Institut Français de Chine, the Embassy of Poland, the Embassy of Romania and the Beijing University of Language and Culture (BLCU). Visit faguowenhua.com/francophonie for schedule and details.

Piscine Rose Promotion Ladies get a glass of Piscine Rose for RMB 10.

Enoterra, D405, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (5208 6076) 朝阳 区三里屯路81号那里花园D405室

Real Estate Investment World China 2012 A four-day forum (Mar 19-22) for domestic and international property developers, funds, asset managers and investors featuring a variety of speakers, panel discussions, retail site tour and a post-conference masterclass. AmCham China members receive a 15% discount. Register at terrapinn.com or call 6322 2701 for info. China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2266) 朝阳区 建国门外大街1号

Venetian Style All month. A taste of Venice in Beijing. Try whipped Venetian codfish and pancetta risotto in a fivecourse set menu. A la carte also available. RMB 888+15%. Cepe, The RitzCarlton Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District (6629 6996) 西城区金城坊东街1号北京金 融街丽思卡顿酒店意味轩

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U.S. FCPA Training The American FCPA (Foreign Corrupt Practices Act) was designed to crack down on attempts to improperly influence government officials. This CEBEX training seminar addresses the key facets of the act that employees and compliance officers must understand to avoid unwanted sanctions. St Regis Hotel. 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6460 6688) 朝阳区 建国门外大街21号www.ce-online.cn/ events/beijing/2012/mar/20/us-fcpatraining

10AM-11.30AM Talk: Exercise Do’s and Don’ts Head physiotherapist Sheilagh Anderson advises on the best ways to improve your fitness regimen. Register at seminar@internationalsos.com. Free.

10am-11.30am. Beijing International SOS Clinic. Ste 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District (6462 9112) 朝阳区新源里16号琨

Talk: Exercise Do’s and Don’ts Head physiotherapist Sheilagh Anderson advises on how to improve your fitness regimen. Register at seminar@internationalsos.com. Free. 10am-11.30am. Beijing International SOS Clinic. Ste 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District (6462 9112) 朝阳区新 源里16号琨莎中心一座105室

fcgroup.org or 139 1109 8002. RMB 130, RMB 90 (before Mar 19). 7.30pmlate. Zeta Bar. 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District (5865 5050) 朝阳区 东三环北路东方路1号希尔顿饭店2层

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10AM-NOON INN Coffee Morning: Sanlitun Meet friends in the neighborhood. Free.

10am-noon. The Bookworm. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (6586 9507) 朝阳区工体北路4号院

10AM-1PM BSK Cooking Class: Knife Skills Improve your mincing, slicing and dicing game. RMB 300. 10am-1pm. Black Sesame Kitchen, 3 Heizhima Hutong, Dongcheng District (136 9147 4408) blacksesamekitchen.com 东城区黑芝 麻胡同3号

7.30pm Stumble Inn Quiz Night How many beers do you have? Get a free Tsingtao with every main course ordered, and play for a gallon of beer in the quiz.

Free. 7.30pm. The Stumble Inn, S3-31, 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (6417 7794) 朝 阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区3号 楼3层S3-31

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8-11PM Tim’s Texas BBQ Quiz Night How many, when and where? Free. 8pm.

Tim's Texas Bar-B-Q, 14 Dongdaqiao Lu (on the corner of Guanghua Lu), Chaoyang District (6591 9161) 熏烤房， 朝阳区东大桥路14号贵友大厦正北200米

Bullfighting from Behind The Barrier Aimed at inviting visitors to think about the diversity of aesthetic and ethical points of view that arise in contemporary societies when it comes to the art of bullfighting. The works of art that will be displayed are all diverse in their approach to bullfighting.

Instituto Cervantes. 1A Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District (5879 9666) 朝阳区 工体南路甲1号

8.30-10.30PM Mashup Co-ed Dodgeball League Relive the glories of your grade school gym class and relieve stress to boot.

Six-on-six, maximum 12 players on a team. Dongsi Olympic Community Sports Culture Center. 14 Chaoyangmen North Alley (near Chaoyangmen Station on Line 2), Dongcheng District 东四奥林匹克社区体育文化中心 mashupasia.com/leagues/dodgeball

9-11pm Scarlett’s Got Talent! Every Tuesday night dancers and musicians perform in the "Scarlett’s Got Talent" show. Winner of the night gets a bottle of champagne. Scarlett. Hotel G, 7A Gongti Xilu (in the alley leading to Julong Garden), Chaoyang District. (6552 2880) 朝阳区 工体西路甲7号北京极栈内

Gypsy Jazz Jam Session Join the Hot Club of Beijing as they crank out tunes worthy of the late Django Reinhardt.

Salud, 66 Nanluoguxiang, Dongcheng District (6402 5086) 东城区南锣鼓巷66号 Jiang Hu Jazz Jam Session Jazz lovers gather – maybe you can jam too. Free.

Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar, 7 Dongmianhua Hutong, Jiaodaokou Nandajie, Dongcheng District (6401 4611) 东城区 交道口南大街东棉花胡同7号

TIMES VARY Real Estate Investment World China 2012 A four-day forum (Mar 19-22) for domestic and international property developers, funds, asset managers and investors featuring a variety of speakers, panel discussions, retail site tour and a post-conference masterclass.

AmCham China members receive a 15% discount. Register at terrapinn. com or call 6322 2701 for info. China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2266) 朝阳区 建国门外大街1号

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Wednesday 10.30AM-1PM

Balboa Style Swing Classes Learn to swing with the teachers Josh Dominick and Leru. RMB 50-60 per class. Modernista. 44 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District (136 9142 5744, modernistabj@yahoo.com) 东城区宝钞 胡同44号swingbeijing.com

6PM-MIDNIGHT Ladies’ Night at Ciro’s Two-for-one cocktails and Gypsy Kings covers from The Ismat Band. Free. (band starts 9.30pm). Ciro's Pomodoro, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (5208 6008) 波 莫多洛, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号

7.30-9.30PM Lecture: Daoism, Confucianism and Buddhism Learn more about the three religions that have shaped Chinese thought. RMB 70. 7.30-9.30pm.

China Culture Center. Kent Center, 29 Anjialou, Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6432 9341) 朝阳区亮马桥路29 号安家楼肯特中心院内

8-10PM Open Mic Night Musicians, singers,

poets, rappers and ventriloquists all welcome. No need for advanced registration, but you will need some discernible talent. Bring your own instruments. Free. 12SQM. Corner of Nanluogu Xiang and Fuxiang Hutong, Dongcheng District (6402 1554) 东城 区南锣鼓巷福祥1号

8PM-MIDNIGHT Wine Fever Buy a bottle and get free-flow tapas. RMB 200. 8-10pm.

Enoterra, D405, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (5208 6076) 朝阳 区三里屯路81号那里花园D405室

8.30-10PM Paddy’s Quiz Which quiz host swears the most? Prizes for every round and more. Free. 8.30pm. Paddy O’Shea’s, 28 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6415 6389) 朝阳区东直门外大街28 Pudao Wines Master Class: Bordeaux and Burgundy Learn about wines, then drink them. Reservation only, email beijing@pudaowines. com. RMB 500 (non-members), free (members). 8.30pm. Pudao Wines. Unit F1-01, Tower AB, The Office Park, 10 Jintong Xilu, Chaoyang District (8590 3020) 朝阳区金桐西路10号远洋光华国 际AB座F1-01

8.30PM-MIDNIGHT Suzie Wong’s Ladies Night Free Grand Marnier drinks. 8.30pmmidnight. Suzie Wong’s, 1A Non-

gzhanguan Lu (west gate of Chaoyang Park), Chaoyang District (6500 3377) 朝阳区农展馆路甲1号朝阳公园西门

9PM-MIDNIGHT Divas’ Wednesday Buy-one-get-onefree on bottles of Moët & Chandon and champagne cocktails. Free. 9pmmidnight. Xiu, 6/F, Park Life (entrance across from the Park Hyatt hotel lobby), Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8567 1108) 秀，朝阳区建国门外大街2号柏悦酒店6 层银泰中心悦生活6层

Milango at Vida Mia Tango Club Meet local tango lovers and share a drink with the owner and make new friends. RMB 30 includes one drink. Vida Mia Tango Club. 58 Dongzhongjie, Meihui Dasha, Unit 1, 203, Dongcheng District (186 0114 3498, vidamiaclub@yahoo.com) 东城 区东中街58号美惠大厦 一单元 203室, 东四十条桥附近

Milonga Emoción Meet and mingle with fellow Tango lovers. RMB 50 (includes one drink) John Hawkins. B1/F, Workers' Gymnasium, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (139 1120 1872, 6551 2971, 6552 5905, TangoChinoClub@gmail.com) 创意之窗, 朝阳区工人 体育馆工体北路

9.30-11PM Zhang Si’an What’s the French phrase for experimental electro-folk? Free.

9.30pm. Temple. B202, 206 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (131 6107 0713) 东城区鼓楼东大街206号B202 (131 6107 0713)

9.30-11.30PM Union Bunny The music that rabbits committed to the common ownership of the means of production would make. Free. 9.30pm. Temple. B202, 206 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District.

(131 6107 0713) 东城区鼓楼东大街206 号B202

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Balboa Style Swing Classes Learn to swing with the teachers Josh Dominick and Leru. RMB 50-60 per class. Modernista. 44 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District (136 9142 5744, modernistabj@yahoo.com) 东城区宝钞 胡同44号swingbeijing.com

Real Estate Investment World China 2012 A four-day forum (Mar 19-22) for domestic and international property developers, funds, asset managers and investors. Speakers, panel discussions, retail site tour and a post-conference masterclass. AmCham China members receive a 15% discount. Register beforehand at terrapinn.com or call 6322 2701 for info. China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2266) 朝阳区建国门外 大街1号

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Grace Beijing Hotel Harmonicare Beijing United Family

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Beijing United Family 21st Century Healthcare International SOS

International Medical Center

Hong Kong International Medical Clinic

Hilton WangFuJing Peking Union Hospital

Vista Clinic Grand Millennium Beijing Bayley and Jackson Beijing United Family

Beijing Aier-Intech Eye Hospital

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Business Business Listings Chambers of Commerce

AHK (Delegations of German Industry & Commerce) www.bj.china.ahk.de AmCham-China (The American Chamber of Commerce) www.amchamchina.org Austcham Beijing www.austcham.org British Chamber of Commerce in China www.britishchamber.cn

Chaoyang District (5905 5905) 朝阳区 朝阳门外大街甲6号万通中心D座26-27 层; 2) 8/F, Tower A, 2 Fuchengmenwai Dajie, Xicheng District (8804 7288) 西 城区阜城门外大街2号A座8层 vantone-

commercialcenter.com

The Executive Centre Level 15 Yintai Office Tower C, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6563 7888) 朝阳 区 建国门外大街2号 银泰中心银泰写字 楼15层 www.executivecentre.com

Servcorp Rm 601, Bldg W2, Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District (8520 0000) 东城

BENCHAM (Benelux Chamber of Commerce in China) www.bencham.org

区东长安街1号东方广场W2办公楼601室

Camera di Commercio Italiana in Cina (China-Italy Chamber of Commerce) www.cameraitacina.com

Servoffice International Centre 世 鳌商务中心 1) 5/F, CBD International

CCIFC (French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China) www.ccifc.org DCCC (Danish chamber of commerce in China) www.dccc.com.cn European Chamber (European Union Chamber of Commerce in China) www.euccc.com.cn Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in China (HKCCC) www.hkccc.com.cn ICCCI (INDIA CHINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY) www.indiachinachamber.com IsCham China (The Israeli Chamber of Commerce in China) www.ischam.org Singcham (Singapore chamber of commerce and industry in China) www.singcham.com.cn Spanish Chamber of Commerce in China www.spanishchamber-ch.com Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China www.swedishchamber.com.cn Swisscham (Swiss Chinese Chamber of Commerce Beijing) www.bei.swisscham.org Professional Networking

Beijing Entrepreneurs www.ce-online.cn 2/F, Annex to Sunjoy Mansion No.6 Ritan Road, Chaoyang District (6569 1321) 朝阳区 北京市朝阳区日坛路6号新族大厦2层

Viva Beijing Professional Women’s Network Meets the last Wednesday of every month. www.vivabeijing.org Entrepreneur’s Organization Beijing Chapter www.eobeijing.com Serviced offices

Vantone Commercial Center 万通商 务中心 1) 26-27/F, Tower D, Vantone Center, A6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie,

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Tower, 16 Yongan Dongli, Chaoyang District 朝阳区永安东里16号 CBD国际 大厦5层; 2) 4/F, Teda Times Center, 15 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District 朝阳 区光华路15号泰达时代中心4层; 3) 12/F, Oversea Plaza, 8 Guanghua Dongli, Chaoyang District 朝阳区光华东里8 号中海广场南楼12层; 4) 10/F, SOHO Nexus Center, A19 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区东三环北路甲 19号 SOHO嘉盛中心10层; 5) 9/F, Tower A West, Tianyin Mansion, A2 Fuxingmennan Dajie, Xicheng District 西城区 复兴门南大街2号 天银大厦A座西9层; 6) 1 Sanfeng Beili, Chaoyang District 朝阳 区三丰北里1号 www.servoffice.com SBC Business Serviced (Beijing) Co., Ltd. 11/F, Tower A, Gateway, 18 Xiaguangli Beilu, Dongsanhuan, Chaoyang District (59231166) 朝阳区东三环霞光里 北路18号佳程广场A座11层 Sbc.com.hk APBC Offices 1) 16/F Gemdale Plaza Tower A, 91 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District (5920 8333) 朝阳区建国路91号 金地中心A座16层; 2) 10/F, World Financial Center, East Tower, 1 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区

InnoBiz 27/F Tower C, Office Park, 5 Jinghua Nanjie, Chaoyang District (8535 0888) 朝阳区景华南街5号远洋· 光华国际C座27层 Innobizoffice.com

TRAVEL TRAVEL AGENCIES

Country Holidays Rm 2804, Bldg 11, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (+21 3222 0616, beijing@countryholidays.com.cn) www.countryholidays.com.cn 朝阳区东 三环中路39号建外Soho11号楼2804

Kingdom Travel Specializes in corporate and holiday travel planning and offers airline, hotel, car, and cruise reservation services. Staffed by professional travel consultants. Apt 718, Bldg 2, Guanghualu Soho, 22 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (5870 3388, fit@ kingdomtravel.com.cn) www.kingdomtravel.com.cn 中侨国旅, 朝阳区光 华路22号光华路SOHO 2号楼718室

Sunflower Travel Specializes in leisure and business travel, offering international and domestic trips, and customized trips to create a unique travel experience. 22D, Bldg B, Ginza Mall, 48 Dongzhimenwai Dajie (8447 6361) www.sunflowertravel-cn.com, Dongcheng District. (8447 6361) 东城 区东直门外大街48号东方银座B座22D)

TUI China Travel Co. Ltd. Travel services from an international team.

Offers city tours, tour packages with special interest groups and individual travel arrangements all over China, as well as to Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and other Asian countries. Unit 921-926, Bright China Chang An Bldg, Tower 2, 7 Jianguomennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8519 8800, private-tours@tui. cn) www.tui.cn 途易, 东城区建国门内 大街7号光华长安大厦2座921-926

东三环中路1号环球金融中心东塔10层

(5920 8336); 3) 17/F Ping An International Financial Plaza, Tower B, 1-3 Xin Yuan Nan Road, Chaoyang District 朝阳 区新源南路1-3号平安国际金融中心B座 17层 (5829 1888) apbcoffices.com

Regus 12 locations available in Beijing: China World Tower 3, Zhongguancun Metropolis Tower, NCI Centre, China Life Tower, IFC, Parkview Green (Opening Soon), Financial Street Excel Centre, Prosper Center, Kerry Centre, Pacific Century Place, China Central Place, Lufthansa Center (400 120 1205) 国贸 三期,中关村欧美汇大厦,北京新华保险大 厦中心,北京中国人寿大厦,财源国际中 心, 芳草地,雷格斯卓著中心,雷格斯北京 世纪财富中心,嘉里中心,盈科中心,华贸 中心,燕莎中心 www.regus.cn

Airlines

Air Canada Rm C201, Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (400 811 2001) www. aircanada.cn 加拿大航空, 朝阳区亮马 桥路50号燕莎中心C201

Air France Rm 1609, 16/F, Bldg 1, Kuntai International Mansion, 12A Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 880 8808) www.airfrance. com.cn 法国航空, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街 甲12号昆泰国际大厦1号楼1609室

Korean Air 901-3, Hyundai Motor Towers, 38 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8453 8137, 40065 88888) www.koreanair.com.cn 朝阳区霄云路38 号现代汽车大厦901-3号

Turkish Airlines W103, Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 1867) www.thy.com 土 耳其航空, 亮马桥路50号燕莎中心W103

United Airlines C/D1, 15/F, Tower A, Gateway Plaza, 18 Xiaguangli, Dongsanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (8468 6666) www.united.com 美国联合航空, 朝阳区东三环路霞光里18号佳程广场A 座15层C/D1 Hotels

Grace Beijing Unit 1, 706 Houjie, 798 Art District (enter from north gate), 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District.

(64361818) 酒仙桥路2号院798艺术区 706后街1号

Westin Beijing Financial Street, 9B Jinrong Jie (Financial Street), Xicheng District., Xicheng District (6606 8866) 西城区金融街乙9号威斯汀大酒店

Shangri-La Hotel Beijing, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District (6841 2211) 海 淀区紫竹院路29号北京香格里拉饭店

Kempinski Hotel, Beijing Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6465 3388) 朝阳区亮马桥路50 号凯宾斯基饭店

Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (5863 8888) 朝阳区东三环中路 61号北京富力万丽酒店

Radisson Blu Hotel Beijing 6A Dongbeisanhuan Road, Chaoyang District.

(5922 3388) 北京市朝阳区北三环东甲6号 Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng District (5812 8888) 东城区王府井东街8号北京 王府井希尔顿酒店

The Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District (5922 8888) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂 北京威斯汀大饭店

DoubleTree by Hilton Beijing, 168 Guang’anmenwai Dajie, Xicheng District (6338 1999) 西城区广安门外大 街168号希尔顿逸林酒店

Marriott Beijing Northeast, 26A Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District (5927 8888) 朝阳区霄云路甲26号海航大厦万豪酒店

Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District (5865 5000) 朝阳区东三环北路东方路1 号北京希尔顿酒店

区东直门南大街1-2 3) Somerset Grand

Fortune Garden Beijing, 46 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (8451 8888) 朝阳区亮马桥路46号; 4) Somerset ZhongGuanCun Beijing, 15 Haidian Zhongjie, Haidian District (5873 0088) 海淀区海淀中街15号; 5) Luxury Serviced Residence Beijing, 17 Jianhua Nanlu, Chaoyang District (6566 2200) 朝阳区建华南路17号 ascottchina.com, the-ascott.com, somerset.com The Millennium Residences @ Beijng Fortune Plaza Bldg 6, Fortune Plaza, 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (8588 2888) 朝阳区 东三环中路七号院六号楼 millenniumresidencesbeijing.com Oakwood Residence Beijing No. 8 Dongzhimenwai Xiejie, Chaoyang District, Beijing (5995 2888)北京市朝阳区 东直门外斜街8号 www.oakwoodasia. com/oakwood-residence-beijing

Fraser Residence CBD Block B, Ocean International Centre, 58 Dongsihuanzhonglu, Chaoyang District (5870 9188, 40088 16988, sales.frbeijing@ frasershospitality.com) 朝阳区东四环中 路58号远洋国际中心B座北京辉盛庭国际 公寓 frasershospitality.com

Embassy House 18 Donzhimenwai Xiaojie, Dongcheng District (8449 9000) 东城区东直门外小街18号万国公寓 embassyhouse.comHospitals

Healthcare Hospitals

21st Century Health Care - Beijing Glory Clinic Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat-Sun 9am - 6pm; 24 hour house call service.

40 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District.

(84446168 (English/Chinese)8444 6160 (Japanese) 6468 6021(Korean)) http:// www.glory-clinic.com 朝阳区亮马路40号 Bayley & Jackson Medical Center Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-5.30pm.

7 Ritan Donglu, Chaoyang District.

(8562 9998, after-hours emergencies 8562 9990, billing@ikang.com) www. bjhealthcare.com 庇利积臣医疗中心, 朝阳区日坛东路7号

Beijing Intech Eye Hospital Daily 8.30am-4.30pm. 1/F, 4-5/F, Panjiayuan Plaza, 12 Panjiayuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (6771 5558, customerservice@ intecheye.com) www.intecheye.com

Serviced apartments

英智眼科医院, 朝阳区潘家园南里12号 潘家园大厦1层,4-5层

Ascott 1) Ascott Beijing, 108B Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District (6567 8100) 朝 阳区建国路108B; 2) Ascott Raffles City Beijing, 1-2 Dongzhimennan Dajie, Dongcheng District (8405 3888) 东城

Beijing International SOS Clinic Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat-Sun 8am-6pm.

Suite 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (Clinic: 6462 9112, 24hr hotline 6462 9100,

china.inquiries@internationalsos.com) www.internationalsos.com 北京国际 救援中心, 朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心 1座105室

Beijing Puhua International Clinic Mon-Sun 9am-6pm. 54 Wusheng Beilu, Dongsanhuan, Chaoyang District. (8773 5522, 8911 6665 (24hr hotline)) www.puhuaclinic.com 北京普 华门诊, 朝阳区东三环武圣北路54号

Beijing Puhua International Hospital 12 Tiantan Nanli (800m west of the South Gate of the Temple of Heaven), Chongwen District. (8911 6665 (24hr hotline)) www.puhuachina.com 崇文 区天坛南里12号(天坛南门往西800米)

Beijing United Family Shunyi Clinic Mon-Thu 9:30am-7:30pm, Fri-Sun 9.30am-4.30pm. Unit 818, Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. (8046 5432, fax 8046 4383) www.unitedfamilyhospitals.com 北京和睦家医院诊所, 顺义区 天竺开发区荣祥广场818号

Beijing United Family Hospital Mon-Sat 8.30am-5.30pm. 24-hour emergency care. 2 Jiangtai Lu (in the Lido area), Chaoyang District. (5927 7000, 5927 7120 (ER ), fax 5927 7200) www.unitedfamilyhospitals.com 北京 和睦家医院, 朝阳区将台路2号

Cosmetic Surgery Center 38 ShangdixinxiLu, Haidian District. (8289 0216) www.sar.com.cn 北医三院上地门诊部医 学美容中心, 海淀区上地信息路38号上 地数码大厦B座

Hong Kong International Medical Clinic Daily 9am-9pm. 9/F, office tower of the Swissotel, 2 Chaoyangmen Beidajie, Dongcheng District. (6501 4260, 6553 2288 ext 2345/6/7) www.hkclinic. com 北京港澳国际医务诊所, 东城区朝阳 门北大街2号港澳中心瑞士酒店办公楼9层

International Medical Center (IMC) Daily 24hrs. S106, S111 Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmahe Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 1561/2/3, 6465 1384/28, marketing@imcclinics.com) 北京国际 医疗中心,朝阳区亮马桥路50号燕莎中心 写字楼1层S106

OASIS Healthcare Beijing’s fullservice international luxury hospital.

9 Jiuxianqiao North Road Chaoyang District, Beijing,100015 China 北京市朝 阳区酒仙桥北路9号 +86 400 UR OASIS www.oasishealth.cn Vista Medical Center Daily 24hrs.

B29, Kerry Centre, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (8529 6618, fax 8529 6615, vista@vista-china.net) www.vistachina.net 维世达诊所, 朝阳区光华路1号 嘉里中心B29

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Beijing Service Apartment for Rent Daily/Monthly/Yearly @ Sublet.CN FULL SERVICE: 24H Hotline: 008610-6493-8285, 6491-2993 Email: subletcn@gmail.com Website: http://www.sublet.cn Dongzhimen/Sanlitun Area: Harbor City, Studio, 40m², ¥300/night or ¥3,900/month; Seasons Park - 海晟名苑: Studio, 47m² with open kitchen, ¥390/ night or ¥5,800/month; 1 Br, 75m², ¥580/night or ¥7,900/month; 2 Br, 100m², ¥10,000 2 Br, 128m², ¥13,000 2+1 Br, 140m², ¥14,000 3 Br, 160m², ¥15,000 4 Br, 250m², ¥25,000 East Avenue – 逸盛阁: 1 Br, 83m², CNY 10,000 1 Br, 100m², CNY 12,000 2 Br, 120m², CNY 17,000 New MOMA - 万国城: Studio, 100m², ¥8,000 2 Br, 140m², ¥13,000 3 Br, 245m², ¥20,000 Sanlitun SOHO - 三里屯 SOHO: 1 Br, 120m², ¥13,000 2 Br, 150m², ¥19,000 2 Br, 170m², ¥20,000 3+1 Br, 245m², ¥30,000 3+1 Br, 260m², ¥33,000 International Wonderland - 首开 幸福广场: 1 Br, 95-120m², ¥7,500 2 Br, 125 - 140m², ¥10,000 Regentland/Worker Stadium/DongsishItiao - 瑞士公寓: 1 Br, 80 - 95m², ¥9,500 2 Br, 125m², ¥13,000 3 Br, 140m², ¥16,000 Guangcai Int’l Apartment - 光彩 国际： 3 Br. 217m², ¥20,000 4 Br. 270m², ¥25,000 Lufthansa Area: Beijing SOHO Residences - SOHO 北 京公馆： 1 Br. 80m², ¥13,000 3 Br. 245m², ¥ 25,000

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Gemini Grove - 星源汇 1 Br. 80m², ¥10,000 2 Br. 90m², ¥11,000 CBD Area: Central Park - 新城国际： Studio, 75m², ¥9,000 1 Br. 90m², ¥11,000 2 Br. 125m², ¥15,000 2 Br. 130m² duplex, ¥15,000 3 Br. 190m², ¥20,000 3 Br. 220m², ¥23,000 4 Br. 265m², ¥33,000 Windsor Avenue - 温莎大道： 1 Br. 90m², ¥9,500 2 Br. 158m², ¥14,500 3 Br. 300m², ¥25,000 Fortune Plaza - 财富中心： 1 Br. 70m², ¥8,500 2 Br. 140m², ¥14,000 3 Br. 205m², ¥19,000 Global Trade Mansion - 世贸国际： Studio. 80m², ¥8,500 2 Br. 170m², ¥16,000 3 Br. 260m², ¥19,000 CBD Private Castle - 圣世一品： 2 Br. 115m², ¥10,000 2 Br. 148m², ¥12,000 3 Br. 170m², ¥15,000 Dawanglu Area: China Central Place - 华贸中心： 2 Br. 125m², ¥14,000 3 Br. 165m², ¥16,000 Gemdale Int’l Garden - 金地国际： 2 Br. 148m², ¥15,000 3 Br. 199m², ¥20,000 Chaoyang Park Area: Palm Spring - 棕榈泉： 2 Br. 138m², ¥14,000 3 Br. 192m², ¥20,000 3 Br. 218m², ¥24,000 Park Avenue - 公园大道： 2 Br. 174m², ¥16,000 3 Br. 180m², ¥18,000 3 Br. 193m², ¥26,000 Oceanwide Int’l Residential District - 泛海国际： 3 Br. 185m², ¥15,000 4 Br. 245m², ¥22,000 Greenlake Place - 观湖国际： 3 Br. 173m², ¥13,000 3 Br. 192m², ¥15,000 4 Br. 260m², ¥25,000 Beijing Golf Palace - 高尔夫公寓： 3 Br. 270m², ¥29,000 Star River - 星河湾： 3+1 Br. 260m², ¥26,000 Courtyard for Lease: Gulou 6 Br. 400m², roof terrance, ¥55,000 Dongsi 4 Br. 300m², ¥50,000 Have

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Beijing CYTS car rental service group Luxury car rental promotion Big car rental brand, unbeatable price Brand new vehicle fleet, full insurance Professional, experienced staff, local trained English-speaking driver Multi-language tour guide Tailor-made solution 24*7 standing by Contact us for more discount information T: 57458067, 13718943926 info@carservicecn.com www.carservicecn.com Beijing Executive Services Car service - Van and car rental with English speaking drivers; Fair price with long term contract and short term sightseeing.

Buick Honda Audi etc. Many choices.

Email: jinke@beijing-es.com Cell: 138 0122 7668 Web: www.beijing-ES.com General

Lily’s Antiques Specializing in highclass antique furniture (mainly from northern China, in walnut and Elmwood) and cus­tom-made furniture, for the local market. Also wholesale for antique and newly made furniture.

Excellent service for international transportation of furniture. Furthermore a wide selection of acces­sories is offered. 1) Daily 8.30am-6pm. Gaobeidian Showroom, 6 Gaobeidian Furniture Street, Chaoyang District. Con­tact Lily Quan (6572 9746, 138 0139 6309), (8579 2458, www.lilys-antiques.com); 2) Visit by Appointment, Factory and Ware­house Address, Baimiao industry area, Songzhuang town, Tongzhou District. Contact Lily Quan (6572 9746, 138 0139 6309) (138 0139 6309) 华伦 古典家具, 1) 朝阳区高碑店家俱 一条街69号; 2) 通州区工厂地址, 通州区宋庄镇白庙村工业大院 The best Tattoo studio in China Creation Tattoo is the first professional body art studio in Beijing. We provide service below: Tattoo, Personal body art design, piercing, microdermal ,Tattoo removal. We has created the perfect platform to satisfy the needs for body art with professional equipments and personnel. welcome to custom. Add: 4309, Bldg 4, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District Tel:010-58691886 Website:www.tianxiciqing.com 地 址：北京市朝阳区建外SOHO东区 4楼4309号