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8 CITY 10 Digital Nomads Traveling the World in Search of Fast Wi-Fi.
14 Folds within Folds The Modern Art of Origami.
18 LIFESTYLE 20 Luxury on the Go A Look at the Travel Habits of Young Chinese Luxury Jetsetters.
24 Shades of Cool The Summer's Essential Eyewear.
26 ARTS 28 Blood, sweat and Tears Surfer Blood: Indie Rock's Survivors.
32 The Renaissance Man The Beautiful Mind of Leonardo da Vinci.
52 EAT & DRINK 54 The Chosen Buns Guangzhou's Newest Bakeries Put to the Test.
58 Ninethirty Big Flavors on Small Plates.
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Editor's Note
July
Ah, the heat of summer. The sweltering, smothering, smoldering heat of summer. It’s weather like this that makes one want to escape to island paradises, to far-flung lands where there’s nothing to do but throw back chilled cervezas and read an improving book or two. Yet, for those of us who don’t set our clocks by school time, there is no two-month holiday to savor. It really makes one yearn to chuck in the whole office job malarkey and take up a life of remote working. Inspired by these procrastinations, this month’s lead feature is all about the good life – and by that we mean the life of digital nomads, those lucky individuals who take full advantage of our Internet-connected world to set up office in a rustic hut (that miraculously also has high-speed Wi-Fi) and work from wherever they want on the Earth. That’s not to say they don’t work full time; it’s just that they work full time from the comforts of an adorable coffee shop in rural Philippines or laid-back Thailand. Intrigued? Inspired? Turn to p10 to discover more about how you could make the dream a reality. For those of us who follow the China zeitgeist, there is one big topic that’s on everyone’s lips: theme parks. With Disney’s mega new opening in Shanghai and homegrown giant Wanda throwing down the gauntlet, there’s plenty to be excited about for adrenaline junkies chasing the rush of a roller coaster and the refreshing splash of the log flume. Summer is typically the time to take advantage of an amusement park, and so this month’s cover story is dedicated to just that topic. Turn to p34 for not just in-depth looks at the Middle Kingdom’s new attractions, but also a rundown of the country’s top spots for thrills and spills. Got some free time on your hands? Why not take up the art of origami? This month’s photo essay shows how one piece of paper can be transmogrified into something as detailed as the feathered wings of a bird or the pleated dress of an anime character (p14). Perhaps you're a foodie in search of that perfect loaf – with several new bakery openings in Guangzhou, we’ve ranked all the newcomers so you can target the best ones (p54). In Shenzhen, on the other hand, cool off with our picks of the chilliest treats in town (p54). For once, July doesn’t herald the death of stage and sound. Indie rockers Surfer Blood are playing around China (check out p28 for our interview) at the same time as an exhibition on the genius of Leonardo da Vinci is opening for several months (p32). Stay frosty, PRD. Tom Lee Editor in Chief
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Jeb Corliss, AKA the 'Human Arrow' There are a lot of spectacular ways to experience the Great Wall but this one might just take the cake. Jeb Corliss, also known as the 'Human Arrow,' flew over the Great Wall on Sunday, successfully completing his signature stunt. The American base-jumper and skydiver performed his daring act over a section of the Chinese landmark in Tianjin. Dressed in a wingsuit, Corliss jumped out of a helicopter from roughly 1.83 kilometers in the air. He managed to glide precisely through the sky at a speed of 193 kilometers per hour and nail a small, fist-sized target that hung over the Great Wall. Corliss, 40, has performed similar stunts around the world, jumping from iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Space Needle in Seattle, the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro and the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur. RANDOM NUMBER
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Bloomberg recently published a global rankings table comparing “stress ratings” for 74 different countries using data on environmental factors and living conditions, rather than interviews or psychological questionnaires. The final results actually indicate “how stressed people in these countries will predictably be,” and not “how stressed people in these countries claim to be.” Seven factors are equally considered (homicide rates, GDP per capita, income inequality, corruption perception, unemployment, urban air pollution and life expectancy) and countries were ranked from one to 74, with one being the most stressed and 74 being the least stressed. China placed close to the middle at 29th. The most stressed country was Nigeria, while the least stressed country was Norway (other Scandinavian states came in at the bottom of the list as well). Japan, the UK and the US placed 60th, 56th and 54th, respectively. 8 | J u ly 2 0 1 6 | G Z | w w w . t h a t s m a g s . c o m
"We saw a beer bottle filled with black explosive powder rolling towards us with a lit fuse." An eyewitness described the explosion at Pudong International Airport last month to That’s. The traveler was standing in the check-in line when two homemade explosives detonated, injuring five. The terrifying scene unfolded on June 12 at around 2.20pm after a man grabbed a beer bottle with explosives and hurled it towards a ticketing counter at Check-in Area C in Terminal Two. The man then took out a knife and attempted to kill himself by slashing his throat. He was taken away by police and sent to the intensive care unit. Authorities stepped up security measures at both Pudong and Hongqiao Airports following the incident. Police said the bomber was a 29-year-old migrant worker from Guizhou with a bad online gambling habit and wrote on WeChat that he was “preparing to do something completely crazy” that he would not survive.
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DIGITAL NOMADS
TRAVELING THE WORLD IN SEARCH OF FAST WI-FI by Terence Collins and Natallia Slimani
“A good traveler has no fixed plans and is not intent on arriving.” – Lao Tzu
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our morning starts with a relaxing swim in the ocean and a stroll down a sandy beach. You have a lazy breakfast that flows into brunch before heading over to your office: a hammock swinging between two palm trees. You open your laptop, take a sip of fresh
coconut juice and look back on the times where you had to be at the office by 9 – without a single drop of nostalgia. Sounds like a dream, doesn't it? Ever since the book Eat, Pray, Love made it into the mass consciousness,
many a high-level professional has closed his or her eyes in a fancy top-floor office and imagined what it might be like to drop the suit and briefcase for the adventure of a lifetime. For some, it was more than a passing fancy, and many of those who used to contemplate traveling the world with a laptop have actually gone and done just that. Faster Internet speeds, compact gadgetry and a more widespread understanding of online capabilities have all played their part. Whether they call themselves digital nomads, telecommuters or freelancers (new terms are being coined as we speak), the number of people riding the wave of progressive technological advances is growing. In fact, three out of five North American workers recently surveyed stated that they can (and are willing to) work remotely. But wait. Before you hand in that notice, there are quite a few things to think about. 1 0 | J u ly 2 0 1 6 | G Z | w w w . t h a t s m a g s . c o m
HOW TO GET STARTED Have a passport, a saleable skill and an itch to escape the office? Then you have the qualifications to be a digital nomad – a term, by the way, many remote workers dislike; but it’s the sign the press has hung on them, and it has stuck. So, what exactly is a digital nomad? Put simply, someone who makes their living online, thus allowing them to enjoy an itinerant, gypsy lifestyle, working anywhere in the world. Estimates indicate that over 90 percent of those currently choosing this modus operandi are men. Without a good Internet connection, digital nomads are dead in the water. One person we spoke to had to leave China because of its web restrictions – Google, Facebook and Twitter are blocked – and slow network speeds. He found it almost impossible to communicate with his clients around the world. Perhaps you were planning to run off to a secluded beach to begin your new desk-free life? Think again. If the Wi-Fi is sub-par, you’re sunk. All serious remote workers we spoke to said a great work area other than your home or neighborhood coffee shops was a must-have. Enter coworking spaces. A recent development, co-working spaces have emerged as places for great Wi-Fi, a comfortable, high-tech environment and socializing with the tribe. Pay a monthly fee and you never know who you may meet and what possibilities might emerge – either working for someone or collaborating with them. The biggest problem is often how to finance the
WHERE TO GO Wi-Fi and cost of living will be your guiding stars to nomadic bliss. Of course, there is no dismissing the emotional component – you may simply have strong feelings for this or that spot on the globe. One first-rate resource to help you make an informed decision is Nomad List (nomadlist.com). Founded four years ago by a digital nomad who found necessary information on cities, visa, Wi-Fi speed, climate and other details scarce, he set out to gather it himself. Initially crowdsourcing facts and presenting them in an Excel spreadsheet, the demand and success morphed his basic site into a little pearl that’s now recognized as the de facto Wikipedia for parsing all a city’s variables, in order to decide whether to stake your digital claim to Sao Paulo, Shenzhen, Barcelona or any of the other 100-plus cities he showcases. With that said, certain cities have become particularly popular in the digital nomad community. Quite unexpectedly, the very best one is just a three-hour flight away.
Chiang Mai, Thailand – The Number-One Destination for Digital Nomads
vagabond dream. Even if you have a very useful skill, such as a Ruby on Rails developer, you’ll need to hook up with a paying client who will recognize and reward your abilities. The solution is marketing – SALES and marketing. Cringe, horror, you mean I have to sell? Afraid so. Unless you’ve negotiated a move from permanent employee to contractor with your present employer (that’s the perfect combination), you’ll need to match your skills with someone who needs them. You need the hunger of a starving man and the drive of a Nanshan District cabbie. Although many nomads fear and abhor selling, the successful realize it’s essential. It’s also a talent that’s not difficult to learn, and you can find help. In fact, the digital nomad movement has gained such proportions that a sizeable support ecosystem has emerged to make this vital component easier.
Here are a few places that can help in finding your first contract: • AngelList – AL zeroes in on a great employment sector, the startup market, which is generally open to remote, contract positions. In fact, its tagline says 18,335 of the world’s best startups are hiring on AngelList. The site has great search capability and prides itself on complete transparency, with remuneration details revealed for each job. Angel.co • Problogger – Founder Darren Rouse is a respected, veteran blogger who offers great tips for promoting yourself and finding freelance jobs, not just as writers/bloggers, but in a variety of other marketingtype jobs as well. He has an active job board which is updated daily. Take a peek and you’ll find hiring employers ranging from startups to established, respected Internet companies. Jobs.problogger.net • Remoteok – Hundreds of jobs here, mostly in high-tech companies, many of them start-ups. With a very clean interface and easy-to-search database that allows users to filter results by type, you can find results by location, pay range and whether the job can be done remotely. Remoteok.io • Meetup – A great resource for networking and finding job opportunities. Meetups are available in most major cities throughout the world and bring together people who share common interests. Simply search for nomad, tech, marketing or job gatherings in your city. For instance, the site lists both a Guangzhou Remote Workers meetup and an Internet Startups meetup in Shenzhen. Meetup.com
Where Bangkok offers buzz, nightlife and excitement, Chiang Mai gives you nature, a more relaxed lifestyle and great outdoor sports. Nestled in the mountains up north, 427 miles from Thailand’s capital, it’s the country’s second largest city and an outdoorsman’s Mecca. You can enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking and a variety of other invigorating pursuits. Those who live here have emigrated from fast-paced, high-octane metropolises for a quieter, more laid-back experience. Nomad List named it the number-one destination for digital nomads. Why? Because it tops the charts for cost of living, climate, Internet speed, low crime and access to fellow remote workers. In addition to its 300-plus Buddhist temples, low-priced massages and over 400 restaurants, it has one of the world’s best co-working facilities, Punspace. The company hosts two well-furnished locations,
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restaurants on-site, 24/7 access and blazing-fast Wi-Fi for a mere 3,500 baht (RMB650) per month. According to one of Punspace’s early members, Bibi Shand, a 51-year-old Lithuanian mobile app developer, Chiang Mai is beloved for good reason. “I’ve been here, off and on, for almost five years. Chiang Mai is the best price performer in Asia, offers the best restaurants and attracts an intriguing international crowd of tourists, professional gypsies and guest lecturers at Chiang Mai University. I love its unpretentious, New Age feel. It helps me balance my hectic work life. I hesitate to sing this city’s praises too loudly. I don’t want to see it get ruined.” Shand also notes that Chiang Mai’s proximity to Myanmar and other Southeast Asian countries makes travel easy and inexpensive.
Davao, Philippines – Beach Paradise
The Philippines is known for its large online freelance community – even back in 2013, local freelancers were reported to have made a whopping USD76 million on Elance (since rebranded as Upworks). As with Chiang Mai, the main attractions are fast Internet, low cost of living and a large English-speaking community. Davao is the place to go those seeking palm trees and sandy beaches. With the abundance of small islands and water activities, the Philippines is a paradise for sunbathers, surfers and adrenaline junkies. “I have tried several places in Asia, but the Philippines is just the right vibe for me,” says Dan Kwatkowski, surfer, blogger and an aspiring startup founder. “Sure, Internet is not always great – you have to know places. But once you settle down, it all falls into place. I can’t imagine my life without a beach. And Davao is great for that.”
Shenzhen, China – A Good Place to Startup
When you think of a ‘slow’ life and relaxing atmosphere, Shenzhen probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind. However, the city seduces with its international vibe, proximity to Hong Kong and the ever-growing startup culture. With an abundance of tech companies looking for talent, Shenzhen serves as a promising jump-off point for your new lifestyle. Many of the city’s new tech companies are eager to hire professionals, but are often not able to offer an attractive fulltime package. This makes for some good negotiating ground and may lead to a stable telecommuting position. Bill Davis, an IT professional, first journeyed to China all the way back in 2001. He then found full-time employment with one of the local companies and worked 9-to-6 days for four years. “I was eager to learn about China, study the language, meet the people, and was actually hoping to put it all into a book later on,” he recalls. “But I soon realized that I was being naive. Working full time left me with no ‘me’ time, and traveling during public holidays was a major hassle. It then dawned on me that I would be leaving China without knowing anything about it.” The grim realization led Davis to quit his job. He spent over six months looking for a freelance position and settled in Shenzhen. Now, he has several stable clients and enough time to see the world. “Shenzhen just has all I need,” he says. “I can easily hop on a train to almost any town in China, plus there is Hong Kong Airport. I can be in Thailand or Bali within a few hours.”
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– Visa challenges – Some countries are more lenient than others, and some passports have greater cachet. The nomad grapevine can be helpful in learning what’s what in the country you’re in, but you better get used to border runs; they’re an unavoidable part of the dance. – Miss out on family events – Weddings, births, funerals. Life on the road has many positives, but you will miss family events when they are taking place 10,000 miles away. That may be a blessing or not, depending on your point of view. Skype, Google Hangouts and other video chat apps can greatly reduce the distance. – No stable home – This may be an issue or not, depending on your priorities and life choices. Some nomads find one or two cities they fall in love with and migrate between them, proving ‘home’ bears different definitions for everyone. – Time zone differences – If you’re living in Hong Kong and your Chicago client schedules a 3pm conference call, it means you need to be up at 2am. Since many clients are in other parts of the world, time zone accommodation is part of the job.
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+ Permanent release from cubicle hell – Enough said; if you’ve been there, you understand how important this is. + Set your own hours – Are you most productive from 9pm to 4am? Have at it. If you can deliver on time and as committed, you can work any hours you choose. That’s freedom. + Geographic mobility – Live wherever you desire and move whenever your feet get itchy. + Pick and choose your projects – With in-demand skills and the resources to hear about new opportunities, you can work on a series of shortterm, full-time contracts or take on multiple long-term, part-time ones. We talked to people who’d been in the field a couple of years and found most of their work comes from referrals. It pays to cultivate contacts and over-deliver. + Meet and work with interesting people – Follow the example of Chad, a Singaporean nomad who works with developers in Colombia, Belarus and Romania. “These bright techies are not only my project lifelines, but some become my friends. They’re interesting people with exciting lives, and we share a lot.”
So, are you still planning to write – Eat what you kill – Some that resignation letter? A nomadic lifenomads love their work but style may not be for everyone, but there cringe when selling and are useful lessons to be learned from the marketing themselves. That trend. The fact that technology is now letting spells disaster and could us even consider exploring the world with a boomerang you back to laptop is nothing short of amazing. It’s a temptthe corporate cubicle. ing idea, one that’s catching on. According to Successful nomads use certain forecasts, by 2035 there will be one bilcontacts and networking lion remote workers. That’s a population larger to develop relationships than that of Europe, South America or North and a steady pipeline of America. And they will all be wireless. work.
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The Modern Art of Origami
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by Tristin Zhang
hen the subject of origami is mentioned, most people think of flapping birds and children’s toys. While that’s certainly where the craft began, it has since been developed into an intricate and demanding aesthetic form. From mammoths, dragons and unicorns to facsimiles of Predator, Yoda and Snoopy, the modern art of origami has introduced a realm of unlimited possibilities and fragile beauty. Beyond visual pleasure, its techniques have also been applied in the fields of mathematics and engineering. For instance, origami has been used to perfect automotive airbag deployment and space telescopes. Stretching back to the Tokugawa period (1603-1868) in Japan, origami was originally a kiddy diversion. The well-known paper crane figure is a classic example; easy to fold and taking less than five minutes to mold in experienced hands. You would think that for something which has been around for hundreds of years, everything that could have been done with it would have been done with it. However, it was raised to a new level of ingenuity in the last century by Japanese origamist Akira Yoshizawa, who created hundreds of thousands of new models. His most significant contribution was ‘wet folding,’ a technique that employs water to make manipulations of the paper easier. Objects assembled through wet folding have a sculptural finish to them, and it was this that helped reshape public perceptions of origami as an art form. Today, with the help of computer programming, origami has developed in a more technical sense. Using math and engineering principles to formulate crease patterns (based on which the paper is folded) allows artists to devise complicated human effigies and multi-
Folds scaled snakes. Still, the reason for origami’s appeal remains the same as ever: the inventive way a single sheet of paper can be transformed, by dexterous folding alone, into everything from a dragon to the grim reaper. Zhang Chi is a freelance designer based in Panyu, Guangzhou. He developed his paper-craft hobby at a young age. In 2006, through a Chinese bulletin board system called Tianya Forum, he first learned about the non-cut models of modern Japanese origami done via wet folding. He has been practicing the skill ever since. When Zhang started, people in China were replicating origami patterns designed and published online by foreign enthusiasts. Zhang was initially the same, but unlike those who took pleasure in following in the creases of others, he was creative and insightful enough to learn how to make his own templates. The results have been acclaimed by his peers. Here are some of Zhang’s phenomenal origami models, all of which required days of complex designing and folding.
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cit y | man on the street
Straight to Your Doorstep Baidu Takeout Deliveryman by Tristin Zhang
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hen Google extended its services to the field of shopping delivery in America, Baidu’s copycat mavens must have been wondering, “What can we do in China?” The answer they came up with was takeout. After raising approximately USD300 million at the end of 2015, the web giant’s O2O vessel, Baidu Waimai, set sail into the sea of food delivery service with a fleet of electrical bikes. Deliverymen on company velocipedes, attired in bright red uniforms and hats, shuttle to and fro between restaurants, coffee shops or bakeries and houses, apartments or offices through a warren of streets, competing against time and weather. When Lai Jinbao launched into his first day as a deliveryman for Baidu Waimai in Guangzhou, it was a mess. “It was confusing. I wasn’t familiar with routes and locations. I had to refer to the map on my phone and could only do one delivery in a run,” recalls Lai. He is one of 60 Baidu Waimai employees in the commercially active Taojin area. This is Lai’s first job in Guangzhou, a city which he has been in for only three months.
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The Jiangxi native is working for a wage of RMB3,000 per month plus ‘reward earning,’ the amount of which is based on the number of orders accomplished as well as ratings from customers and businesses. Orders are automatically distributed to him by Baidu’s system, which also sets him a maximum delivery time. If he exceeds the time, he receives no rewards. “But it only happens with novices,” explains Lai. His work is recorded in Baidu’s internal app, which is specifically designed for Baidu Waimai staff. Lai starts his day at 10am and must work eight hours. He receives orders in the app, confirms with the clients, plans out the route in his mind, picks up the packages, drops them off and waits for more orders to come in. “Now I can deliver three or four packages at a time,” he boasts. The app keeps his score marked according to the number of five-star ratings received, which decides his rank. His rank in return decides the size of reward he can earn per order. Lai is currently a ‘God’s Rider,’ a title that carries with it an additional 1.8 kuai per order. “We have a quality-control supervisor who takes photos of us to ensure that we ap-
pear clean and professional and that we obey traffic rules. We are told to never put packages on the ground,” Lai remarks. “We are picked on sometimes, especially by those running small businesses in wholesale markets. They are picky and have no courtesy. Some don’t even thank you. It’s the worst.” According to Baidu, its delivery service covers over 100 cities and boasts a total of 30 million registered members in China as of November 2015. For most people, it’s simply a way to make metropolitan life easier. For Lai Jinbao, it’s a way to explore and adapt to a strange new city.
THE DIRTY DETAILS
Monthly salary: RMB6,000 (base wage plus incentives)
Days per week: 7 days Hours per day: 8
> man on the street is a monthly feature where we talk to someone doing an everyday job, in order to get an insight into the lives of normal chinese people.
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LIFE & STYLE style radar
TCM
Soothing Stress A little stress is a natural part of life – it motivates you and warns you of danger. Too much, however, can make life miserable and is terrible for your health. Proper stress management is one of the basic requirements for well-being. When you think of ways to control it, having acupuncture needles poked into you and then left in place for 30 minutes or drinking a murky herbal tea made from boiling a mixture of twigs, roots and minerals may not immediately spring to mind, but both are actually very relaxing. Maybe you’re wondering, ‘what’s so bad about stress anyway?’ Or maybe you’re someone who achieves more when stress is high. From a Chinese medical standpoint, stress causes stagnation in the circulation of energy in your body. This is turn will impair blood circulation, cause muscle tension, disrupt some organ functions, deplete energy levels and unsettle emotions. In the short term, stress leads to a range of unpleasant symptoms like anxiety, poor mental clarity, fatigue, headaches, muscle tension, change in appetite and insomnia. If stress persists for longer periods, it weakens your immunity, affects hormone lev-
els and slows your body’s healing and repair processes. Left untreated, it increases your risk of chronic health problems like heart disease, autoimmune disorders, depression and gastro-intestinal diseases, and exacerbates many pre-existing health problems like asthma, skin conditions, chronic pain and high blood pressure. Acupuncture and herbal medicine can help you feel less stressed and address many related health problems. The combination is soothing, and for many people the effect is immediate. The treatment rebalances the flow of qi through the energy pathways of your body,
Staying Steadfast through Summer
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> jon hanlon is a chinese medical practitioner, raised in the us, trained in australia, now healing the sick in Guangzhou. you can contact him for a booking on 185 0202 5594 or jon@ guangzhouacupuncture.com
20 minutes, so don’t let any of those excuses hold you back! The worst-case scenario is that you’ll maintain your current fitness level.
Fitness
Just because we hit the summer months, that doesn’t mean we should stop training. Unfortunately, it does for a lot of you out there. When we’re in the holiday mindset, the excuses start piling up. “There’s no gym.” “I’m too busy visiting all my family.” “I have so much to get done while I’m back home.” “Relax we’re on holiday, let’s just go to the beach.” I could name a thousand other reasons that I hear from my clients year after year. You may be fooling yourself, but you’re not fooling me! I’ve spent the last several months battling my own health issues. This humbling experience has taught me never to take my body and health for granted, but it also makes it even less believable when people neglect their bodies. We all have 24 hours in a day. We all have busy lives. We all have our own mental or physical obstacles, whether they are big or small. And all of these things are relevant.
and you will often feel relief when you get off the table at the end of a session. If the source of your stress is short lived or has already passed, then just a couple treatments should be enough. However, if stress is ongoing or extreme, or if it has already led to chronic health issues, then treatment will take longer and will likely include both acupuncture and herbal medicine. You can use Chinese medicine as an ongoing relaxation technique and to try and reduce the likelihood that recurrent stress will lead to chronic health problems. Ultimately, though, if you are regularly so stressed that your well-being is affected, then you probably need to be making some changes in your daily life. These changes may be simple time management adjustments, or they may involve more major change like leaving your job, but they should be addressed. Otherwise, you may be stuck with your stress-related symptoms indefinitely.
Three to four rounds of the following: - 1 minute jogging on the spot - 15 squats - 20 deadbugs - 25 jumping jacks - 30 mountain climbers - 20 prisoner walking lunges - 10 push-ups - 5 tuck jumps
In the end though, we only have one body. So do you want to live healthily, feel good and look good? This should be an easy question to answer ‘yes’ to! And if you said ‘no,’ I strongly suggest you think about why. With that little tangent complete, here’s the deal. Because I care about you and your health, I have a program set up for you to do wherever you are. Find just 20 minutes per day and get it done. We both know you have
If the exercises are unfamiliar, WeChat KaraK2Fit and I will personally walk you through it. Contact me throughout the summer and let me know how you’re doing. I’ll happily give you feedback, modifications, kudos or all of the above. Now, what’s your excuse? Meiyou. Go train!
> Kara wutzke is a fitness trainer who offers boot camps and individual classes in Guangzhou, as well as running the K2fit challenge, a 10-week guided fitness competition for those who want to tone up or slim down. she can be contacted by emailing k2fit.gz@gmail.com or through wechat iD: KaraK2fit
Daytripper
Humen Opium War Museum Dongguan’s reputation is a somewhat murky one. In the plus column, it is a powerful manufacturing base, a beacon of productivity in the region. On the other hand, it also houses one of the largest, emptiest shopping malls in the world, a classic hubristic construction. Even more memorably, the city remains a byword all over the country for prostitution, even though the industry has been strongly curtailed by repeated police raids. But long before its modern-day notoriety as a sex haven, Dongguan was famed throughout the land for a different illicit activity: drug smuggling. In fact, it was here that the fuse was lit for one of the most explosive events of Chinese history, the Opium Wars. Located in Humen, a town within the borders of Dongguan city, the Opium War Museum is a reminder of those controversial conflicts. Also known as the Lin Zexu Memorial Museum, it is dedicated to the man who stood firm in the face of the foreign powers pedaling their mind-numbing wares.
Though his actions inadvertently led to China’s invasion by Western forces, today he is lauded for his uncompromising morals and true patriotism. Stepping off the bus at the memorial park, the atmosphere is surprisingly peaceful. A large open area greets you with monuments, walkways and the first major highlight of your trip: a flower-filled lake in the shade of tall trees. Most visitors take their time here, snapping photos and strolling around the water. As you walk further, a row of cannons greets you at the entrance to the museum. Unlike most local museums, the Lin Zexu Memorial uses clear, well-worded (though at times direct and even harsh) English descriptions, and by the time you make it to the third-floor exhibition hall, you will have all the dates and names you need, accompanied by plenty of visuals. The exhibition is centered on the spring of 1839, when massive amounts of opium were destroyed – a crackdown led and initiated by Lin Zexu, Chinese scholar and official for the Qing Dynasty. The museum’s galleries don’t go into too much detail describing the actual Opium Wars, instead focusing on the occurrences leading up to them and how local lifestyle was affected by colonial activity and the opium trade. Unless you plan on spending the whole day within the museum’s modest walls, you will also have time to explore Humen. The small factory town is unexpectedly green and
offers a few other attractions, like the Sea Battle Museum, Keyuan Garden (created in 1850 during the Qing Dynasty), Shajiao Fort and more morsels to satiate your craving for local history. NS
> 113 jiefang lu, humen, Dongguan 东莞市虎门镇解放路113号 (0769-8551 2065)
How to Get There
From Shenzhen there are two options. Take a bus from Luohu Bus Station to Humen Bus Station, then take a city bus (3A) or taxi to the museum. Alternatively, go to Shenzhen North Railway Station, take a high-speed train to Humen Railway Station and take a taxi to the museum. Both journeys take a total of about two hours from the city center. From Guangzhou, take a 20-minute train from the South Railway Station to Humen Railway Station, then a 20-minute taxi to the museum. Entry is free.
> Daytripper is a monthly column that aims to help people get the most out of their PRD experience by proposing fun excursions that can be made in a single day to explore the local culture and nature of the region.
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life & st yle | s f ea a l tounr e
Luxury on the Go A Look at the Travel Habits of Young Chinese Luxury Jetsetters By Dominic Ngai
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he image of various inappropriate or uncivilized (bu wenming) behaviors in public may have once been the stereotype designated to Chinese travelers, but the
times are a-changin’ as a young generation of jetsetters from the Middle Kingdom become much more internationally minded and economically powerful.
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n May 30, hundreds gathered at the Shanghai Exhibition Centre for the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Asia 2016 – a four-day exhibition and conference attended by high-end hotel brands, travel agencies and media from around the globe. On the stage was Hurun Report chairman and chief researcher Rupert Hoogewerf, who addressed the audience with a discussion on “why China’s Gen Y is driving global luxury” at the opening forum. The topic was chosen in association with the release of the ‘Chinese Luxury Traveler 2016’ report by his company and Marriott International that same week, which sheds light on the travel habits of high net worth adults from 12 first- and second-tier cities born after 1980, who spend an average of RMB420,000 on travel per household each year. Research was conducted on 525 individuals who fit the requirements, surveying them on their favorite travel destinations, hotel and airline preferences, overseas consumption patterns, sources for travel recommendations and more. Miki Tang is currently the lifestyle director of women’s luxury magazine Richesse and former fashion and lifestyle editor for the Chinese editions of Robb Report, Leon and InStyle. She embodies the spirit of a young and savvy luxury traveler. A week after ILTM, we met at Aunn, one of the hippest cafes in Jing’an – a location chosen by her. The media industry veteran is also the author of Around the World in High Heels (高跟鞋走地球), a series of travel guidebooks incorporating Sex and the City-esque romance story elements set in popular travel destinations. The first of the series (on Paris and Seoul) was released in September 2015 along with her WeChat subscription account of the same name, which boasts nearly 100,000 followers. A travel video collaboration with online streaming platform iQiyi.com is in production, while a silver screen adaptation inspired by her book is planned for a 2017 release. According to Hurun’s ‘Chinese
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life & s t y le | fe at ure
I think there’s a change in the Chinese attitude to spending money; they are more willing to spend more on an experience – such as travel – instead of just buying actual products like shoes or handbags
Luxury Traveler 2016’ report, respondents revealed that official accounts like High Heels and their friends’ WeChat moments are their major travel information sources (48 and 47 percent, respectively), while traditional media such as TV, newspapers, SMS ads and cold calls were at the bottom of the list, used by only 7-22 percent of respondents. Gathering recommendations from Tang's work contacts in the fashion industry around the globe, ‘High Heels’ focuses more on the trendiest places in each city where the creative types hang out, rather than the most obvious, tourist-y parts of town that she is obliged to report on when she’s working for someone else. “As an editor, the stories that you cover are often limited by the positioning and style of publication or adver-
tisers. I’ve always wanted to start my own thing, something with an overarching theme of qingshe [轻奢, which directly translates to ‘light luxury’],” says Tang of the reason why she started High Heels three years ago. She’s referring to the idea of spreading the gospel of spending money on travel, but doing so in a smart way, to her target audience: mostly stylish, financially independent and well-educated women. One of her travel philosophies, especially for solo female travelers, is to stay at a good hotel even if it means paying more. “For example, if I’m going somewhere for four nights, I’d stay in one of the most iconic or signature hotels of the city for two nights. For the rest of the trip, I’d move to a contemporary, design-focused boutique hotel, which are cheaper.” Another tip is about
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Michelin-starred restaurants. “There are ‘smart’ ways to enjoy them, such as visiting at lunch or ordering their tasting menu,” she explains. Tang and her peers are the faces of an emerging market segment that new hotels want to tap into. According to the Hurun survey, young luxury travelers’ hotel budgets average RMB3,113 per room per night, while France is listed as the most popular destination in Europe and one of the top favorite shopping destinations among the respondents. La Reserve Paris, one of the newest hotels in the French capital, is located next to Champs-Elysees in the 160-year-old former residence of French statesman Dike de Morny. Opened in February, the property was restored as a chic yet classical 19th-century-style Parisian urban mansion, offering 26
suites and 14 rooms. The hotel’s CEO Didier Le Calvez is confident that their offerings will satisfy the increasingly discerning palates of young luxury Chinese travelers, who view “personalized services,” “unique brand style” and “artistic design” (in addition to room conditions) as the most important decisionmaking factors when choosing a hotel. “La Reserve hotels are focused on the Chinese clientele,” he tells me. “In Paris, we’re able to offer tailor-made and on-demand Chinese breakfasts, while our Geneva property has Tse Fung, an upscale Chinese restaurant with 19 Cantonese chefs working in the kitchen.” Le Calvez also adds that La Reserve is fully aware that WeChat is the perfect channel to communicate with the Chinese clientele, hence an official WeChat account is launching in July. Besides featuring news from its properties, the account will also share lifestyle and wine-related content (the owner Michel Reybier has a vineyard in Bordeaux) to its followers. Halfway across the Atlantic in the US (the number-one
business travel destination for young Chinese luxury travelers), Dream Hotels is gearing up for the grand opening of its Los Angeles outpost this fall. Director of Hotel Sales at Dream Hollywood, Matthew Yoakum, is ready and excited to receive this new generation of Chinese luxury jetsetters. Their sister properties in New York and Miami have already seen a five to six percent average yearon-year increase in the number of Chinese visitors. “Dream Hotels have always been in the forefront of engaging technology. We have the advantage of building a hotel from scratch, integrating both technology and comfort into the luxury of our property. Not only is our hotel ‘China ready,’ it’s also ready for the future,” Yoakum tells me. At this modern-style boutique hotel designed to attract a younger audience, iPad menus created with interactive multilingual software that allows you to have the entire hotel at your fingertips are standard features in all 179 rooms. “We have everything these young luxury travelers are looking for,” Yoakum adds. And he’s onto something – Matthew Yoakum, Director of Hotel Sales, Dream Hollywood
Didier Le Calvez, CEO of La Reserve Paris
More than 60 percent of the respondents in the Hurun survey cite interactive digital utilities as their favorite hotel service, coming in just behind butlers (68 percent). But it’s not just about the hardware. Like La Reserve Paris, Dream Hollywood has also solicited help from a Shanghaibased PR team to head up their WeChat account to lure potential guests from the Middle Kingdom with a soft touch. In addition to the basic hotel news and promotions, they’re also thinking of partnerships with local KOLs. “We’d like our target audience to see us while swiping their WeChat moments, giving a broader and more holistic communications architecture,” Yoakum says. Back at Aunn Café in Jing’an, Miki Tang’s observations into China’s emerging travel market left a lasting impression. Since starting out as a fashion editor nine years ago, she’s been traveling regularly for both business and leisure – often away from home for at least two weeks each month.
“When I first entered the business, I remember looking at social media platforms (Weibo at the time) and everyone was showing off new clothes and accessories they bought during their travels. Over the past few years, however, on my WeChat moments, I’ve noticed people are now more keen on posting their experiences – the trendy cafes or restaurants they’ve been to or the cool people they’ve met along the way,” she says. “I think there’s a change in the Chinese attitude to spending money; they are more willing to spend more on an experience – such as travel – instead of just buying actual products like shoes or handbags,” Tang adds. With 2016 being the first year in history when the number of billionaires in China surpassed the number in the US (according to another study by Hurun Report released in early 2016), there’s no doubt that all luxury travel providers will be looking at innovative ways to get a slice of this increasingly influential market.
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L i f e & s t y l e | tf ra s l a vh ei ol n
This Summer’s Essential Eyewear by Tongfei Zhang & Dominic Ngai
FOR HIM
Kate Wood RMB688 www.katewoodoriginals.com
Pull&Bear RMB299 www.pullandbear.cn
Kate Wood RMB688 www.katewoodoriginals.com
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Kate Wood RMB688 www.katewoodoriginals.com
Zara RMB199 www.zara.cn
Bershka RMB129 www.bershka.cn Bershka RMB99 www.bershka.cn Kate Wood RMB688 www.katewoodoriginals.com
La Perla RMB2,750 www.laperla.com/cn
Pull&Bear RMB99 www.pullandbear.cn
FOR HER
Sunglasses are probably the most useful accessories out there. Too lazy to put on makeup? Got pandas eyes from working (or werking) too hard the night before? Or simply want to spice up your look a little? Just throw on a pair of cool shades and walk out the door – you’ll feel like a million yuan. True story. So, invest in a few pairs this summer and look awesome while you’re hungover. Oh wait… Did we mention that sunglasses are also meant to protect your eyes from blinding UV rays? w w w . t h a t s m a g s . c o m | G Z | J u ly 2 0 1 6 | 2 5
ARTS co llag e
Coming to a theater near you
Bounty Hunters
What’s New Celebrated abroad, Chinese arthouse king Jia Zhangke is launching an online platform for short films. Jiascreen will introduce two new short films a week from first- or second-time directors around the world. Free for users, Jia plans for the service to be accessed mainly through WeChat with a goal of reaching one million registered users. To be launched at www.jiascreen.com.
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This new age of Asian cinematic cooperation has never looked more thrilling in this starstudded mainland-Hong Kong-South Korea co-production. South Korean heartthrob Lee Min-ho makes his first appearance in a Chinese film alongside Wallace Chung (The Continent) and Tang Yan (Farewell for Love). Director Shin Tae-ra brings the manic touch that made his 2009 film My Girlfriend Is an Agent a big hit in this story about five young, danger-loving strangers who team up to capture criminals for rewards. Filmed in China, Thailand and South Korea, Bounty Hunters used a top Hollywood team for special effects with promises of gunfights, car races and parachuting escapades.
Just 17 years old, A-Bu takes a major leap on his sophomore disc, Butterflies Fly in Pairs. Having covered Coltrane on his debut, the Beijing-based pianist flexes his post-bop composition chops in this new release. Recorded in New York City, he’s backed by stalwarts like saxophonist Antonio Hart and bassist Tom Kennedy. Released by Sennheiser Music and is streamable on Xiami. As one of Modern Sky’s original acts, New Pants have already established themselves as the Beijing music scene’s dance-pop heart. On their first album in five years, the quartet are beginning to somewhat act their age. Because of You Life is Hot downplays the rhythmic intensity of their past classics for something more melancholic (yet melodic). Available at buy.modernsky.com. hao bu hao
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Out of the Shadows
Great news for video-game nerds. While the film adaptation of Warcraft was a box-office flop in North America (earning only USD29.9 million), it earned over USD180 million in less than 10 days in China. Its streaming video rights on the mainland were purchased by PPTV for a whopping USD18 million – reportedly twice the price of the previous record holder.
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The 1980s hit cartoon series charmed a new generation with its 2014 reboot, which became a surprise hit. In the followup, Donatello, Michelangelo, Raphael and Leonardo must tap into their collective turtle power as they face off against their sworn enemy, Shredder, who is aided by two newly converted mutants, Bebop and Rocksteady. It’s not just a CGI fest, as Transformers’ Megan Fox and Arrow’s Stephen Amell reprise their roles as intrepid reporter April O’Neil and corrections officer Casey Jones. The film has already grossed over USD100 million, topping the American box office last month on its opening weekend. Cowabunga! 2 6 | J u ly 2 0 1 6 | G Z | w w w . t h a t s m a g s . c o m
Bu Hao Bad news for sci-fi nerds. The much-hyped cinematic adaptation of Liu Cixin’s pioneering The Three Body Problem has been delayed from its summertime release. Rumors are running rampant online that the production has gone way over budget. Liu has refused to comment, but director Kong Ergou promises the film will hit big screens by next June at the latest.
Three to See
Affinity of Nature & Human by Ren Rong > Daily until aug 31, 10am-6pm; free. 1618 Gallery, 1/f, baby city, houhai Zhongxin lu, nanshan District, shenzhen 深圳市南 山区后海中心路baby city一楼1618艺术空 间 (0755-8386 1618)
Parallax Self-instructed Altitude by Cai Chao > tue-sun until july 24, 9am-5pm; free. Guangdong museum of art, 38 yanyu lu, ersha island, yuexiu District, Guangzhou 广州市越秀区二沙岛烟雨路38号 (020-8735 1468)
> tue-sun until aug 14, 10am-7pm; free entry. fei Gallery, G/f, estate Plaza, 5 nonglin xia lu, yuexiu District, Guangzhou 广州市越秀区农林下 路5号亿达大厦负一楼 (020-3768 8781/020-3768 8830)
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arts | music
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BLOOD, BLOOD, BLOOD, SWEAT SWEAT SWEAT AND AND AND TEARS TEARS TEARS
fter being dropped by Warner Bros and losing their guitarist to cancer, Surfer Blood have gone from being Florida’s most exciting new band to indie rock’s survivors. But now they’re ready for act two, frontman John Paul Pitts tells Andrew Chin.
Over the course of three albums, Florida’s Surfer Blood have lived through the extreme highs and lows of the music industry. They’ve gone from being celebrated by the New York Times and touring with their idols, the Pixies, to being abruptly let go by their label for disappointing sales. But as they embark on their first tour of China, the quartet seem at peace; comfortable returning to the indie rock world they once looked set to rule. Last year’s 1000 Psalms – their first album since being dropped by Warner Bros – was praised as a welcome return to the noisy hooks of their celebrated debut, Astro Coast. “We weirdly got a clean start,” explains frontman John Paul Pitts from his home in East LA. “It was nice to have no one really listening or knowing what we were doing. We locked ourselves in the basement and it was so fun not having to think about anything else except music." “I think it’s a grower,” Pitts says of the disc. “It may have been jarring for people at first, but we’re now getting a lot of requests at shows for [the record’s] deep cuts. That is always a good sign that people have digested an album in its entirety.” Finally able to use songs deemed too weird by a major label, 1000 Psalms is an eclectic declaration of independence. “When you’re 22 years old, you think you can handle any2 8 | J u ly 2 0 1 6 | G Z | w w w . t h a t s m a g s . c o m
thing that comes,” Pitts reflects. “But having to think about whether songs were good for radio, and having A&R guys coming into the studio and making notes in front of you while you’re recording – that pressure was much more than I ever expected it to be.” Nonetheless, the band’s early success allowed them to their record sophomore album Pythons with Pixies producer Gil Norton (using guitars lent to them by Pixies guitarist Joey Santiago) in the very studio where the Beach Boys created Pet Sounds. “I wouldn’t trade that crazy experience for anything,” Pitts says, without a hint of bitterness. “[But] the label dumped a ton of money into making Pythons, which we never asked them to do.” he admits. “It was pretty clear that we were self-sufficient and self-reliant.” This DIY attitude has been Surfer Blood’s trademark since they first emerged from a Florida music scene better known for its hardcore and metal scenes (“people kind of scratched their heads when they came to our shows”). Pitts credits the group’s original guitarist Thomas Fekete with encouraging him to dream beyond the Florida scene. “I’ve been writing original music since I was 15. Early on, it was very, very derivative of the Pixies and Fugazi... and still is,” he deadpans. “I was very content recording songs in my bed-
room, putting them on the Internet and playing the bar down the street a couple times a month. If Tom hadn’t given me that push, I don’t know if I would’ve ever tried to get out of town.” Although Fekete passed away in May after an elongated battle with cancer, Pitts is glad “to have seen so much of the world with him and learned so many lessons.” Among his fond memories is the wild week in 2009 when the group became the talk of New York after impressing an audience filled with major label reps at the CMJ Festival. “We had played New York City a bunch before, usually to 10 to 15 people,” Pitts laughs. “But we played a bunch of times that week, and suddenly, more and more people were coming to each show.” Now embarking on the second act of Surfer Blood’s story, Pitts reveals the band have nearly finished writing their next record with an eye toward an early 2017 release (he references “the stranger, darker psychedelic stuff” from Cream’s Disraeli Gears as an inspiration). When asked if any of the new songs might make an appearance on the upcoming six-city China tour, Pitts wrestles with the idea. “It might be a good place to try stuff out on totally fresh ears,” he admits. “That’s a solid ‘maybe.’”
Before they dropped us, our label dumped a ton of money into making the album – which we never asked them to do. It was pretty clear that we were selfsufficient and selfreliant
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Going Against The Stream Online Music Streaming: Great for Chinese Listeners, Not So Great for Chinese Artists? We Ask, Then Listen by Noelle Mateer
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hen I ask Fu Han how she makes money from her music, she pauses. “Yeah, that is a big question,” she says. Fortunately for Fu, that’s not her job – the label she’s signed to, Modern Sky, handles the finances for her band. Fu is busy enough as it is, writing and performing music as the frontwoman of Queen Sea Big Shark. But while she’d love to make the creative process her only focus – especially given the recent release of QSBS’s acclaimed new album, To Wild Heart – the woes of producing and monetizing music in 2016’s world of online streaming eat up more than their fair share of her energies. “Now, the money we make from the record is almost zero,” she says. The reason is probably already installed on your phone. QQ Music, Xiami, Wangyi – these are just a few of the free music-streaming platforms that have grown exponentially in China in recent years. But their success stories aren’t controversy-free. As recently as last year, these sites and apps hosted huge swaths of songs without artists’ or labels’ permission. “You’d type your song’s name in the search bar, and you would find all these websites where you could download it,” says Fu. When asked if her songs are ever used for commercial purposes without her permission, her response is swift: “Yeah, yeah, yeah. Of course! Always.” Fu’s story of copyright infringement and intellectual property theft is all too common, says Alex Taggart, of Beijingbased music-industry consultancy Outdustry. “The streaming apps started out with a ‘stream first, license later’ attitude, in order to get people to use their services,” he explains. “Since there was pretty much no regulation, very little risk of being successfully sued for infringement, everyone got away with it.” To many, this may come as no surprise. After all, China isn’t exactly known for
its adherence to copyright laws. What might be more surprising, then, are recent improvements, according to Nathaniel Davis, co-founder of concert promotion agency Split Works. “I think it is much better now than it was even two to three years ago,” he says. “You see a lot of the major companies making concerted efforts to license the material that is on their sites.” As Taggart explains further: “The authorities have been steadily ramping up their rhetoric regarding copyright protection, and have issued increasingly strongly worded notices and regulations requiring the streaming companies to get their houses in order.” But the process of getting the houses in order – that’s the tricky part. It has resulted in a battle of the tech giants, who offer payouts to major labels in exchange for permission to use their music. Currently winning the fight for users is the Tencent-backed QQ Music, which integrates with Tencent’s best-known app: WeChat. (Ever tried searching a song on WeChat? Message qqmusic a title and it’ll shoot back with a streaming link almost instantly.) Meanwhile Xiami, arguably the cooler of the two with its curated playlists and smart interface, has less reach. Xiami links can’t be shared to WeChat because, well, Tencent said so. But the bottom line of all this is: these companies are increasingly streaming music they actually have the right to stream. Still, there’s disagreement about how artists can actually get paid from this. At the moment, the reality is, really, they don’t. Artists make most of their money from gigs and sponsorship deals. (Queen Sea Big Shark, for instance, cashed in when Converse used their music for a promotional campaign.) Streaming, therefore, is a way for labels to get listeners to notice their artists. “As far as I'm concerned, I'm not worried about people using platforms like QQ to listen to music,” says Xiao Linfeng
(otherwise known as X.L.F.), a recording artist, DJ and manager of Modernsky Lab. “I see QQ as more of a publicity platform for my music.” It’s perhaps fortunate Xiao feels this way. Many artists don’t have a choice, as those on smaller labels don’t have the power to fight back against the unlicensed streaming of their work. Or as Davis says of the music-rights buyouts: “A lot of these are done through big blanket deals with major labels in order to capture the ‘big artist’ catalogs, but which miss the music from other artists and smaller labels.” Even these ‘major labels’ need to have serious clout if they wish to remove their music from online streaming services. And I mean serious clout – in 2014, Taylor Swift made headlines for refusing to put her album 1989 on popular American music player Spotify. But Swift is the rare exception. Queen Sea Big Shark’s Fu Han empathizes with Swift’s decision, but is unable to go against the stream. “Now we put the music for free online, but I feel the audience doesn’t respect musicians like before, because they don’t pay for it,” she says. “They think it’s free. It’s not valuable. I think that’s wrong.” The earnest emotion in Fu’s eyes makes it clear that this is a topic she’s passionate about – even if it’s technically her managers’ responsibility. “I think that, now, as musicians, we don’t have a lot of knowledge of the law or the contract or the rights,” she says. “But I think that in the future, most musicians will.” When I ask Fu if the complexities on the online world are changing the way she makes music, she rushes to reassure me: “No, of course not.” “But the rules of the game are changing so fast,” she says. Fu goes on to describe her energetic new album To Wild Heart with equal passion. “Sometimes people say to us, ‘Why do you mix so many things together in one record?’ I think there are no rules.”
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The Renaissance Man The Beautiful Mind of Leonardo da Vinci BY Andrew Chin
Written into history as the artist behind masterpieces like the ‘Mona Lisa,’ Da Vinci: The Genius brings to life the full accomplishments of the quintessential Renaissance man. The exhibition also highlights Leonardo da Vinci’s work as an inventor, scientist, anatomist, engineer, architect, sculptor and philosopher.
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ince its debut in 2005, over five million people across 57 cities and six continents have visited Da Vinci: The Genius. The exhibit is the centerpiece of Melbourne-based Grande Exhibitions, who also created Van Gogh Alive, and is scheduled to come to Guangzhou in July for just under three months. At the exhibit’s China opening at The Hub – a new commercial complex near Shanghai's Hongqiao Railway Station by the same developers as Xintiandi – Grande Exhibitions CEO Tim Atkins gushes at the range of da Vinci’s creative curiosity. “If you look at his anatomical drawings, his flight machines and his artwork, da Vinci had a fascination in so many different areas of life,” he raves. “It would be amazing to sit down with him and try to understand what he was on about.” 3 2 | J u ly 2 0 1 6 | G Z | w w w . t h a t s m a g s . c o m
Da Vinci: The Genius is separated into 17 themed areas. The first thing that visitors see is a life-sized replica of a balestra gigante.
The show reveals that the ‘Mona Lisa’ is actually composed of four portraits layered on top of each other
According to da Vinci’s specifications, the giant crossbow could open its arms approximately 24 meters wide and was mounted on a cart standing 20 meters long and 40 meters wide.
It’s one of 75 life-sized machine inventions brought to life from the aerial screw to the double flute. Previously consigned to da Vinci’s personal notebooks, the recreations were handcrafted by Italian artisans working at the Grande Exhibitions-owned Museo Leonardo da Vinci in Rome. Chosen for their ability to read old Florentine dialects, the artisans have developed methods to interpret da Vinci’s penchant for encrypting his ideas through methods like shorthand and mirror reading. Over 6,000 pages of codices were scoured from da Vinci’s notebook, and then created with materials and techniques from 15th century Italy. These pieces interpret da Vinci’s designs for modern inventions like the car, bicycle, parachute, SCUBA, submarine and military tank. “The helicopter was an early 20th cen-
tury invention, but da Vinci was thinking about the type of machines that would be capable of flight 400 years before that,” Atkins says. “It highlights his style of thought and shows that someone a long time ago was thinking of these modern inventions.” While the biggest criticism of Van Gogh Alive was its dependence on its high-tech multimedia presentation, Da Vinci: The Genius is a wondrously tactile experience. Visitors can tinker with some of the pieces and can fully experience others like da Vinci’s Infinity Mirrors room. Of course, da Vinci’s vital work as an artist isn’t ignored. Reproductions of famed works like ‘Virgin of the Rocks’ are displayed, as are animated presentations of masterpieces like ‘The Last Supper.’ However, the artistic highlight is the ‘Secrets of The Mona Lisa.’ They detail the
findings of scientific engineer and examiner of fine art, Pascal Cotte, who was given unprecedented access to the famed piece. While the original remains too fragile to move from the Louvre, Cotte was able to take it off the wall and conduct scientific analysis of it through self-invented multispectral cameras. With the Louvre museum and leading ‘Mona Lisa’ experts, he has verified his findings. For Da Vinci: The Genius’s opening in Shanghai, he unveiled his latest discoveries. With government officials, Zhang Weijun (the son of Zhang Leping, the cartoonist behind Sanmao, the Vagrant) and the BBC on hand, Cotte revealed the real identity of the Mona Lisa. Rather than a portrait of Lisa Gherardini, wife of Florentine merchant Francesco del Giocondo, or the alleged mistress of Giuliano de’ Medici, da Vinci’s patron in Rome, the
‘Mona Lisa’ is actually composed of four portraits layered on top of each other. Cotte explains that the initial draft was of an unknown subject. In its second incarnation as a 'Portrait of Pearls,' it depicted a goddess or beatific woman. The third was a portrait of Gherardini, before morphing to its final version – with a veil added around the head and a body to mask the previous version’s Florentine dress and hairstyle among the changes. “We see in Pascal’s finding that da Vinci did things for a period, left them and then came back to them,” Atkins notes. “It’s almost like he had a grasshopper mind. He was jumping from here to there across all these different disciplines.” july 15-oct 6, Rmb38-158. oriental wende Plaza, 52-98 wende nan lu, yuexiu District, Guangzhou 广州市越秀区文德南路 52-98号 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)
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BEHIND CHINA'S GREAT AMUSEMENT PARK GOLD RUSH by andrew chin, additional reporting by tongfei Zhang
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fter years of anticipation, Shanghai Disney has finally opened its doors. Thirty years after Beijing Shijingshan Amusement Park opened with the slogan, “Disney is too far, come to Beijing Shinjingshan Amusement Park,” the real thing is here and it’s already an unparalleled success. Travel agencies and nearby hotels have reported a surge in sales, while the municipal government has opened the city’s biggest tour bus hub at Shiliupu Wharf near the Bund to support the influx of visitors from all over China trying to nab the hottest ticket in the country. The park’s Chinese partner, Shanghai Shendi Group, predicts that it will draw 10 million visits a year, but industry analysts say that number is conservative, some claiming that it could reach 16 million visits, challenging Tokyo Disneyland as Asia’s
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most visited theme park. “Disneyland is going to have a bigger influence on China than when KFC first came,” predicts Lou Jiajun, professor in tourism at East China Normal University in Shanghai. “It’s revolutionary.” But there’s no rest for the House of Mouse. Other international players are rushing in to claim their stake in the burgeoning Chinese amusement park pie – one that industry analysts AECOM predicts will overtake the United States for attendance by 2020. Universal has broken ground in Beijing on what will be its largest theme park. Six Flags has signed a deal to build multiple parks starting in Haiyan in Zhejiang Province, and Wet n Wild Haikou is scheduled to open by the end of the year in Hainan. Hello Kitty laid claim to Anji in Zhejiang when it opened its third
park in the world there last year. Over the past few months, Fox Consumer Products president Jeffrey Godsick and Michael Jackson’s brother Jermaine have visited the country touting the possibilities of bringing a Twentieth Century Fox World (likely) and Neverland (less so) to China. Chinese companies aren’t taking the challenge lightly. The country’s largest theme park, Chimelong Ocean Kingdom, has already bested Hong Kong Disneyland for south China supremacy. Their ‘Orlando plan’ to convert Hengqin Bay will go into overdrive with construction beginning on a 300-hectare animal kingdom, a 5,000-seat circus, an indoor amusement park and a science and technology theme park to join its Thea (Themed Entertainment Association) Award-winning theme park. As the world’s fourth largest theme park operators in terms of attendance, OCT Shenzhen can’t be
discounted. Innovators of China’s amusement parks, they spearheaded the cultural attractions boom of the 1990s with Splendid China and Window of the World, and operate the mainland’s first theme park franchise, Happy Valley. China’s richest man, Wang Jianlin, is also getting in on the act. Despite making a fortune in real estate development, Wanda Dalian has aggressively entered the market, opening the first Wanda City in Nanchang in May with construction taking place on seven other sites. Wang has made international headlines with flat-out trash talk,
telling CCTV, “Disney shouldn’t have entered the mainland. We have a strategy – one tiger is no match for a pack of wolves. Shanghai has one Disney, while Wanda will open 15 to 20 parks across the nation.” Punctuating the sentiment, Wang proceeded to drop the mic, purring, “within our company, I’ve said that we will make Disney China unprofitable in the next 10 to 20 years.” Despite the brewing war of words, AECOM Asia’s Chris Yoshii notes that China’s theme park industry has room for both domestic and international companies to thrive.
“The market is huge,” he says. “There are almost 200 cities with a population of one million or more, so there’s plenty of opportunities for different parks and scales. The theme park business per capita is well behind other countries. China has a lot of time to go before it’s going to be a problem.”
Heilongjiang Province Harbin: Wanda City
Liaoning Province Shenyang: Fantawild Adventure
Beijing Municipality OCT Happy Valley - Beijing
Tianjin Municipality Happy Valley Tianjin
Shandong Province
Tai’an: Fantawild Adventure Qingdao: Fantawild Dream Kingdom
Henan Province
Jiangsu Province
Zhengzhou: Fantawild Adventure
Changzhou: Changzhou Dinosaur World Wuxi: Wuxi Wanda City
Shanghai Municipality
Anhui Province Sichuan Province
Jiuzhaighou: Jiuzhai Songcheng Resort Chengdu: Happy Valley Chengdu Chengdu Wanda City
Happy Valley Shanghai Shanghai Disney
Wuhu: Fantawild Adventure Hefei: Hefei Wanda City
Hubei Province
Wuhan: Happy Valley Wuhan Wanda Film Park
Zhejiang Province Hangzhou: Hangzhou Songcheng Park
Jiangxi Province Nanchang: Wanda City Nanchang
Hunan Province
Zhuzhou: Fantawild Adventure
Fujian Province Xiamen: Fantawild Dream Park
OCT Wanda
Yunnan Province
Lijiang: Songcheng Lijiang Romance Park Wanda Xishuangbanna International Resort
Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Guilin: Wanda City
Fantawild Dinosaur World Songcheng
Guangdong Province Guangzhou: Chimelong Ocean Kingdom Chimelong Paradise Guangzhou Wanda City Shenzhen: OCT East OCT Window of the World OCT Happy Valley - Shenzhen Shantou: Fantawild Adventure
Disney
Hainan Province
Sanya: Songcheng Sanya Romance Park
南海诸岛
Chimelong
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Mickey Makes his Move
Authentically Disney, Distinctly Chinese
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hip and Dale are trying to find their zen. The cuddly chipmunks are doing tai chi with a changshan-adorned master as spectators snap pictures of the routine – a living embodiment of “authentically Disney, distinctly Chinese.” It’s a line that Disney’s CEO Bob Iger pounds. “We didn’t just build Disneyland in China, we built China’s Disneyland,” he declares. “From the moment visitors enter, everything they see and experience – the attractions, the food, the entertainment – will be instantly recognizable as authentically Disney and distinctly Chinese down to the smallest detail.” Dressed in Disney Imagineer garb (ocean blue collared shirt with Disney-approved nametag and dark dress pants), Iger cites unique aspects “specifically designed for China,” like the wider Mickey Avenue designed for extended families and the 10,000-square-meter garden in front of the Enchanted Storybook Castle created because “people in China, especially Shanghai, love outdoor space.” It’s true. The wider walking paths mean that even when Shanghai Disney is busy, it never feels claustrophobic. The garden is a lively scene – families taking
a rest with grandparents smiling at their excited grandkids, couples taking selfies tackling one of Disney’s famed giant turkey legs, groups excitedly staring at their theme park maps, plotting their next move. While rumors of a delayed opening were surfacing as recently as February, Shanghai Disney has indeed finally opened after five years of construction and at a cost of USD5.5 billion. Iger notes that he first stepped onto the 963-acre site back when it was mainly agricultural land in 1999 and admits, “If somebody told me beforehand it would take 17 years before the park was finally built, I probably wouldn’t have done it.” Still, he beams with justifiable pride at Shanghai Disney’s opening. It’s the third largest Disney theme park in the world – roughly twice the size of its counterparts in Anaheim and Hong Kong – and home to the world’s largest Enchanted Storybook castle, the effects-laden Pirates of the Carribean ride, and a Tron rollercoaster that lives up to its hype. Already, Disney’s sixth resort in the world is a hit in its new home. Lines began forming at 4.30am for the opening, full of visitors from around the world. The
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excruciating wait times during the park’s month-long trial operation period have been greatly reduced, and there’s a genuine awe that Shanghai Disney isn’t a ‘made in China’ disappointment. It’s even an attraction for visitors not willing to shell out the RMB499 admission. The Wish Upon A Star park sits outside of Shanghai Disney’s subway station, while the adjoining Disney Town houses the mainland’s first Cheesecake Factory, a new Wolfgang Puck, hip Japanese clothing company A Bathing Ape and a theater where the first Mandarin adaptation of the Broadway hit The Lion King is making its world debut. “Disneyland is going to have a bigger influence on China than when KFC first came,” predicts Lou Jiajun, professor in tourism at East China Normal University in Shanghai. “The disparity between them and domestic parks is obvious.” “Parks like Disney have a better concept and atmosphere. They are nicely designed with exceptional services, not to mention impressive musicals and performances. The good thing is that this will definitely push domestic parks to bring their operation and experiences offered to a higher level.” Already, challengers are lining up. China’s richest man Wang Jianlin has been the most vocal, boldly confident that his company Wanda’s plans to build 15 Wanda City projects across the country will top Shanghai Disney. While Wang suggests that “Disney’s vast intellectual property rights have become a burden,” the opening of Shanghai Disney only strengthens its foothold in China’s burgeoning film world – one that in-
dustry analysts predict will surpass the United States as the world’s biggest market next year. “The growth of China’s theatrical box office really got everyone’s attention,” says AECOM Asia’s Chris Yoshii. “It’s a market that everyone has to go after because it’s so huge. Even Hollywood movies are trying to tap into that revenue
source, which is why so many movies today try to involve a bit of China, even if it’s random.” Recent Disney films like Alice Through the Looking Glass, Captain America: Civil War and The Jungle Book have already scored coveted same-day global release dates, with Zootopia raking in USD236.1 million to become the seventh highest grossing film of all time in China. Captain America directors
the Russo Brothers have signed on to produce a mainland film centering around a Chinese superhero, while Disney’s co-production deal with Shanghai Media Group will release its first project on Earth Day 2017, the nature documentary Born in China. Wang may have been right that “China has never had a generation that blindly followed Mickey Mouse” – and there is a startling lack of Mickey at Shanghai Disney – but the park does feature the Star Wars Loading Bay: a perpetual
primer for its mega-franchise that has at least five more films scheduled. However, Iger’s attention is fixed on Shanghai Disney. “We’re always thinking about what to do next,” he says. “We have 7 square kilometers of land to work with – plenty of room to grow and add all types of attractions that provide an authentically Disney, distinctly Chinese experience.” > www.shanghaidisneyresort.com/en
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Wanda World Order Wang Jianlin’s Hostile Takeover
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“China has never had an era of blindly following Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck”
ang Jianlin will not be doing interviews, we were told. It’s disappointing news, but then again the Wanda Dalian boss has armed the media with bulletin boards full of material, declaring his company’s mission to surpass Disney as the world’s largest tourism enterprise by 2020. In one appearance on CCTV, he mocked the high costs of Shanghai Disney’s construction (“we internally analyzed why they spent so much money and we can’t explain it in a sentence or two”), its dependence on characters foreign to the market (“China has never had an era of blindly following Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck”) and its long-term prospects in China (“financially, it doesn’t look good to me”). As expected, the explosive interview made international news. After all, who in their right mind throws the first stone at Disney – the operator of eight of the 10 most visited theme parks in the world and the industry’s Goliath? But there is no scenario in which Wang Jianlin could ever be a David. After all, he’s Asia’s richest man (last valued at US30.4 billion by Forbes), China’s largest real estate developer, the world’s largest movie theater owner (thanks to his 2012 acquisition of America’s AMC Theaters) and minority owner of Atlético Madrid, with rumors that Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) will be his next purchase. And that hour-long CCTV interview was a savvy move – aired five days before the unveiling of the first Wanda City in Nanchang in Jiangxi Province: a 200-hectare
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monolith containing an outdoor amusement park, hotel resorts, dining and commercial districts, as well as its centerpiece, Wanda Mall. “Wanda City has a broader business model than Disney. It combines culture, entertainment, tourism, commerce and other businesses,” says Wanda spokesman Liu Mingsheng. “Wanda City is a global first – it solves the seasonality problem for tourism and is more accommodating to local culture. Every Wanda City is designed with local tradition and flair in mind.” Shaped as porcelain cups – a nod to Jiangxi’s centuries-long history of producing pottery – Wanda Mall is home to an indoor ocean park, an aquarium, a film park and the Wanda Kids Place – the first of 200 planned family playzones that will take on Merlin Entertainment’s plans to open a Legoland in Shanghai. “Opening a cluster of parks is not a bad strategy,” says industry analyst AECOM Asia Chris Yoshii. “People can spend multiple days in the location. It creates a destination overnight.” During the park’s official opening, invited media members face a terrifying sight. The morning VIP preview session of Wanda Mall has ended and the doors are about to open to the waiting public horde ready to check out Nanchang’s newest attraction. It’s a scene out of Dawn of the Dead except Mickey Mouse, Captain America and Pikachu are most definitely in the house. While Disney has been relatively silent about Wang’s remarks, they did warn they will protect its intellectual property rights at all costs once
news surfaced. (Wanda’s response: “These characters were brought in by non-Wanda stores residing within Wanda Mall.”) Inside Wanda operated properties, there’s an eerie absence of well-known characters – although if it chose to take that route, Wanda could tap into latest acquisition Legendary Entertainment’s filmography that includes The Dark Knight, Godzilla, Jurassic World, Pacific Rim and Inception. What the Wanda City outdoor park offers is a lower ticket price (RMB198 on weekdays and RMB248 on weekends compared to Disney’s RMB370/499) and lots of rides – 43 attractions across 80 hectares compared to fewer than 30 offered at Shanghai Disney. While Disney dresses Daisy Duck in a qipao, Wanda City seamlessly integrates Chinese culture. The film park features a flight simulator through Jiangxi complete with mists of water sprayed onto the crowd as they glide over the province’s rivers. The park is broken into five themed areas. Pottery Village features a 4D Porcelain Cinema Theater, a “haunted kiln,” a spinning porcelain cup ride and the terrifying (in a good way) Soaring Dragon and Dancing Phoenix ride with six inverted loops. Poyang Fisherman’s Village alludes to the provincial lake and features all the park’s water attractions. Bamboo Forest offers a python-themed wooden rollercoaster created by award-winning Great Coasters International. Temple of Clouds houses Coaster through the Clouds – China’s highest (242.8 feet) and fastest (84.5 miles per hour) rollercoaster. The kids-themed Fairy Lady Land is full of traditional motifs, and vendors can be found across the park offering workshops on traditional crafts. Even the Sky Diver drop ride is shaped like a pagoda. Already construction is under-
way for Wanda Cities in Harbin, Guangzhou, Wuxi, Chengdu and Guilin. Hefei Wanda City is slated to open in September with local Hui culture elements incorporated along with the world’s highest looping rollercoaster. “Wanda’s business model has been to very aggressively go into places and build as quickly as possible,” AECOM’s Yoshii says. “It works well for shopping centers and office buildings, but with theme parks, we will have to wait and see.” However, Wang is brimming with confidence, even taking the fight with Disney abroad by investing USD3.3 billion in the EuropaCity mega-project near Paris’ Charles de Gaulle airport, set to open in 2024. He touts Wanda’s innovative multiple-business model and the company’s ambitious expansion plans to open 15 Wanda Cities across China plus two abroad within the next five years. “We have a strategy,” Wang snarled to CCTV. “One tiger is no match for a pack of wolves.” > www.nanchang.wandaresort.com
“Opening a cluster of parks is not a bad strategy. People can spend multiple days in the location. It creates a destination overnight”
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The Great China Amusement Park Guide This Business of Fun
The opening of Shanghai Disney and introduction of Wanda City are just the latest entries into the Mainland’s burgeoning amusement park boom. With the market only growing, the country is going to be filled with parks competing for your holiday budget. Here are the best options.
Chimelong Ocean Kingdom
With nearly 7.5 million visitors last year, Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is the current king of China’s amusement parks. The Thea Award winner has been a standard bearer since opening in 2014. Home to the Parrot Coaster (Asia’s first wing coaster with an added splashdown thrown in) and formerly the world’s largest aquarium, Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is only growing. Ground was broken in January for four extensions to convert Hengqin Bay into the Orlando of China: a 300-hectare animal kingdom, a 5,000-seat circus, an indoor amusement park and a science and technology theme park. Chimelong’s original park, Chimelong Paradise in Panyu, Guangzhou, remains popular: it draws over 3.6 million visitors per annum. > zh.chimelong.com/oceankingdom/en
Songcheng
Originally conceived as a celebration of Song Dynasty culture in Hangzhou, this theme park group enjoyed a 50 percent boost in attendance to crack the world’s top 10 theme park group with over 22 million visits. Boasting a unique model that emphasizes live theatrical cultural performances, Songcheng is able to usher in vast groups of people to its three parks, including recently opened sites in Lijiang and Jiuzhaigou. > www.songcn.com
OCT
Pioneers of the Chinese theme park, OCT Shenzhen is the largest theme park group in China and fourth overall. OCT Shenzhen made their start with cultural parks like Window of the World before opening the country’s first theme park franchise, Happy Valley, which has locations in six cities. With four of China’s most popular parks (OCT East, Window of the World and OCT Happy Valley in Beijing and Shenzhen), the company has a vast network across the country, with plans to upgrade existing parks with new rides. > www.happyvalley.cn
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Fantawild
The Happy Valley of water parks made their debut in the world’s top 10 most attended operators thanks to a strategy of building mid-size attractions across China’s second- and third-tier cities. They have 12 parks in total, with a trio located in their budding base of Wuhu in Anhui Province. > www.fantawild.com
Changzhou Dinosaur Park
Despite opening 16 years ago, this (somewhat) educational theme park remains the fourth most popular theme park on the mainland. Often called ‘Eastern Jurassic Park,’ it mixes a few rides with a 20,000-square-meter museum devoted to dinosaurs, and is home to 70 different kinds of trees and more than 4,000 plants as part of its ecological commitment. > www.cnkly.com/common/english
Hello Kitty Anji
Technically, the beloved feline-like character (for some reason its creators insist it is not a cat) beat Mickey Mouse into China by opening its third theme park in the world in Anji, the first outside its native Japan. While it’s a bit far from civilization, the park has been praised as a fun place for the kids since opening last year. > www.hellokittypark.cn
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Wet n Wild Haikou (2016)
Originating on Australia’s Gold Coast, Wet n Wild has become synonymous with water parks around the world. Its first China location is scheduled to open near the end of the year in Haikou, Hainan Province. The 50,000-square-meter project includes an 8,000-square-meter indoor family water park featuring the brand’s signature collection of thrilling slides and attractions. Global industry leaders WhiteWater West Industries will supply all the attractions.
Universal Beijing (2019)
The Beijing suburb of Tongzhou will be the home of Universal Studios’ biggest theme park, covering 2.02 million square meters. Set to open in 2019, Universal Beijing will feature a theme park, a water park, a Universal CityWalk retail-entertainment complex and the world’s first Universal-themed resort hotel. Subway Line 7 will be extended to the park, and Universal is putting their best efforts into the project, recruiting Steven Spielberg to help with the park’s design.
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Six Flags Haiyan (2019)
With 19 locations across the world, Six Flags is currently the fifth largest theme park group in the world. They’re banking that their plan to build multiple theme parks across China will significantly bolster that number. An official groundbreaking ceremony took place in January for its first mainland project: an RMB30 billion property full of record-breaking rollercoasters and other thrilling experiences in Haiyan, Zhejiang Province. Scheduled to open in 2019, the park will be located on the coast of Hangzhou Bay, a 45-minute trip from downtown Shanghai.
Legoland Shanghai (2019)
The world’s second highest attended theme park operator, Merlin Entertainment, has already committed to opening its first mainland Legoland amusement park in Shanghai. Already, a Legoland Center has been built to whet the appetite, with operators expecting the park to open by 2019.
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To Learn or Not to Learn Mastering Your Mother Tongue by Lena Gidwani
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erdinand de Saussure, a Swiss linguist and semiotician, and the founder of theoretical linguistics, once said that "language and mind are like the two sides of a piece of paper: neither can exist without the other." Many third-culture kids (TCKs) belong to a school of thought that implies the mother tongue of a person or a people has cultural, social and personal value, making it a basic qualitative component of one’s existence rather than a simple tool of communication. Consciousness of a 21st-century world and of others and ourselves, by necessity, passes through notions structured and expressed by means of language. The fact that TCKs can express their conception and talk about it in their own language is possibly more significant than ever before. It is their history, their identity and the physiognomy of their nation. In this sense, language is for them the main component of their consciousness, what constitutes their identity as a person and distinguishes them from being simply a part of a mass. It is for this reason that it is so important for a third-culture child, especially one who studies in English, to learn their mother tongue or a foreign language. Mastering it means coming to know a different conception and structuring of the world. Access to more than one foreign language is even better; it is the ideal way to combat a language monopoly and to find additional ways to view the world. International schools like Utahloy
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International School Guangzhou (UISG) and, more recently, ISA International School of Guangzhou (ISA) have invested substantially in a mother tongue program. At UISG, foreign languages such as French, Spanish, German, Korean, Chinese and Japanese are offered. Amanda McDonald, acting head of UISG, says that frequency is key. “UISG is a truly international school, and as such, we offer the widest possible range of languages and subjects to meet the needs of our families who represent over 45 nationalities. Primary students have four lessons a week, Year 7 to 10 students have seven lessons per two weeks and Year 11 to 12 students have between six and nine lessons per two weeks, depending on the level studied.” McDonald believes that languages open doors for all learning, and that it is vital for students to develop their own first language to a high level to enable them to understand and deepen their learning of all other subPhoto courtesy of ISA
jects, whether in an academic discipline such as math or history, or the learning of a third or even fourth language. Elaine Whelen, Head of ISA, is of the same belief. Chinese, Italian, Spanish, Arabic and Russian are currently taught at ISA; French and Korean will be added to the repertoire come August. A supporter of this program, she believes that development of each child’s mother tongue must start from an early age. “In the process of becoming bilingual or trilingual, children, from the onset, must learn about their own and other cultures and develop a sense of appreciation for diversity, which will enable them to live comfortably in culturally distinct environments and situations,” she says. In the lasting words of Ludwig Wittgenstein, “The limits of my language mean the limits of my world”. Lest we forget, mastering your own language, or more, is in fact an opus vitae in our global village.
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Childhood Vaccination
Protecting Kids from Dangerous Diseases by Dr. Jack Chen
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accines are among the 20th century's most successful and costeffective public health tools for preventing disease and death. There are two reasons for immunizing every child: 1. Immunization is the safest and most effective way of giving protection against a disease. After immunization, your child is far less likely to catch it. The benefit of protection against the disease far outweighs the very small risks of immunization. 2. If enough people in the community are immunized, the infection can no longer be spread from person to person and the disease dies out altogether. This is how smallpox was eliminated.
The Basics Vaccination starts from birth. Schedules are different from country to country but the core first-year program is identical and it should include: ● DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus and acellular pertussis – also known as the triple antigen): 3 doses ● Polio: 3 doses ● Hib (haemophilus influenzae type b): 3 doses ● Hepatitis B: 3 doses Thanks to biomedical technology, five or even six of these antigens can be made into one injection. The five-in-one or six-in-one vaccine is not only convenient to administer, but is also a far superior vaccine in quality as it reduces the unwanted reaction (fever and pain). What is also recommended worldwide? Other vaccines added to the early child-
hood program: ● Chickenpox: given together with MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) after 12 months of age, then repeat at 4 years old. There is an MMR and varicella four-in-one vaccine available nowadays ● Pneumococcal: brand name Prevenar 13, given in four doses from 2 months of age ● Meningitis: different types and commercial products in different areas ● Rotaviral: given in two to three doses in the first year ● Seasonal flu shot: yearly for everyone above 6 months of age ● HPV (human papillomavirus): for cervical cancer and genital warts prevention. In 2008, a vaccine called Gardesil was licensed worldwide for females aged 9 to 26 for the prevention of HPV infection and cervical cancer. Gardesil is the first-ever vaccine researched and manufactured to prevent cancer. Though it is not licensed in China, it is available in Hong Kong. The program consists of three injections at 0, 1 to 2 and 6 months.
Vaccination for children in Guangzhou The vaccination schedule is the function of the local government body (CDC, Center for Disease Control). In addition to most vaccines listed above, children in Guangzhou routinely receive the following: ● BCG: a once-only vaccine given at birth for the prevention of tuberculosis ● Japanese B encephalitis: a yearly injection (two doses) after the first birthday ● Hepatitis A: two doses after 12 months of age Most common questions from parents
Recommended Childhood Vaccination Schedule in Guangzhou
written to my clinic include catch-up schedules and transnational vaccination re-scheduling. It’s encouraged to consult a doctor for individualized advice. > Dr. jack chen is medical director and general practitioner at eur am international medical center, 1/f north tower, ocean Pearl bldg, 19 huali lu, Zhujiang xincheng, Guangzhou 广州珠江新城华利路19号远洋明 珠大厦首层康辰医疗 (020-3758 5328 (english), 020-3759 1168, (japanese), www.eurammedicalcenter.com)
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CITY SCENES American Chamber of Commerce Spring Ball (Supported by )
On May 21, AmCham’s Oscar Night kicked off with a confetti bang! Around five hundred ‘Hollywood Stars,’ all well dressed in long flowing gowns or tuxedos, took to the red carpet to attend the AmCham Academy Awards ceremony. The night turned out to be more than a match for Hollywood. There were famous celebrities, shocking fashion statements and fanciful parties, just as in Hollywood. And of course there was the record-breaking one million lucky draw, whose bounty made many a guest feels like a true Oscar winner.
European Chamber South China Chapter Gala Dinner (Supported by )
Varsity Cheerleading Academy Summer Carnival (Supported by + )
The European Chamber South China Chapter had its 10th anniversary celebration on May 21. The occasion saw over 300 corporate guests dressing up around the theme of Game of Thrones. The night was fun filled with amazing music and exciting games, while guests met with new business opportunity. Gaining increasing recognition, this annual gala dinner has been a signature event for five years, a significant event for the European Chamber to show gratitude for its members and their VIP clients.
On May 28, Varsity Cheerleading Academy joined hands with Urban Family to present a cheerleading show to kick off this summer holiday, connecting families from different countries and cultures. The event featured energetic music, games, a bouncy castle and surprise raffle. More than 10 teams entertained the guests with a professional cheerleading show under the guidance of American coaches, providing a taste of American school culture.
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Summer Starry Night at Oakwood Premier Guangzhou (Supported by ) The evening of June 16 saw the Oakwood Summer Starry Night party take place, with members from consulates and chambers of commerce gathering in the Oakwood Premier Guangzhou. In the starry Oakroom restaurant, the party started with a stunning crystal ball dance. A graceful ballet delighted the whole party, while guests were treated to a delectable selection of food and wine.
La Cรกmara Celebrates the Ninth Annual Latin Festival in Guangzhou (Supported by )
Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup (Supported by )
The ninth Latin Festival in Guangzhou on June 4 was organized by La Cรกmara, the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in China, South Division. The event took attendees into the vibrant, rhythmic world of Latin music. Professional dancers moved to the sounds of salsa, bolero, mariachis and tango. The Martin Reyes Band was playing live throughout the whole event. People enjoyed a Brazilian capoeira show by students, as they indulged in an array of Latin American and Spanish food.
The 2016 Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup, an exciting amateur tournament, took place at Royal Palm Golf Club in Guangzhou on June 3. The event has grown tremendously since the inaugural tournament in 2013, involving 100 players this year. The 2016 Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup was scored by the New Peoria System. Mr. Zheng Zhiyong won the individual competition with a score of 66 and progresses to the grand final in Antalya, Turkey, this October and November.
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SA International School of Guangzhou just signed a collaboration agreement with the British boy’s boarding school Eton College to deliver to ISA’s 9th and 10th graders the EtonX Modern Leadership Program, a blended (online and offline) course where students learn about the philosophy of leadership and practice in real-world experiences. Students who successfully complete the program will earn a reference letter from EtonX that is suitable for inclusion in university application.
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n partnership with the Canton Club as well as the Mexican, American, Turkish, Argentine, Australian and British consulates in Guangzhou, Canton First Estate will launch its first global summer camp this July. Consuls general and representatives from commercial chambers introduced attendees to this fun-filled summer camp in a media conference held in the Canton Club on June 6.
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n the evening of May 27, Parkview Wine hosted a wine tasting at the Tian Bar on the 99th floor of the Four Seasons Hotel, Guangzhou featuring the FLV Bordeaux series. Joined by François-Louis Vuitton, a member of the famous LV family who is himself a fashion and wine lover, the evening gladdened guests with a taste of the six varieties of this limited series. 4 8 | J u ly 2 0 1 6 | G Z | w w w . t h a t s m a g s . c o m
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he British School of Guangzhou bid farewell to its graduating class of 2016. Coming from all walks of life, these 12 students exemplified their love of learning over the past two years, leading up to successful completion of their A-levels.
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o celebrate the arrival of the 2016 UEFA European championship in France from June 10 to July 10, the Consulate General of France in Guangzhou and Guangzhou R&F football club organized a friendly football tournament during the weekend of June 4 and 5. In partnership with nine other European consulates, this two-day tournament saw eight teams compete vigorously with each other and showed true team spirit.
he Lingnan Forum Series on International Management, organized by Lingnan MBA Center and Lingnan (University) College of Sun Yat-sen University, features guest speakers discussing the ins and outs of international management. Launched on March 12 at the W.T.Chan Auditorium in Sun Yatsen University, the forum, divided into four sections, has seen hundreds of alumni of Lingnan College and invitees from different fields.
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nvited by Consul General of Italy Laura Egoli, hundreds of guests observed the Italian National Day celebration in the Four Seasons Hotel, Guangzhou. After Vice Governor of Guangdong Province Cai Chaolin kicked off the celebration with a football, invitees were treated to a delicious assortment of Italian food. A kid’s corner thronged with rascals added zest to the evening.
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oors to Sustainability: A Dutch Day was held on June 16 at the fourth Shenzhen International Low Carbon City Forum (ILCC) which took place in the Shenzhen International Low Carbon City Convention and Exhibition Center. The Dutch Day consisted of a Holland Pavilion with a low carbon exhibition and Sino-Dutch seminars on circular economy, smart urbanization and low carbon development and cooperation.
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es, it’s only July, but it’s never too early to start thinking about Party Pier’s annual Beer Fest! This autumn, make your way to Party Pier for an epic night of beer, German cuisine, live music and entertainment to boot! Remember, this is Party Pier, so prepare for some rad electronic dance music between more traditional German folk songs and get ready to make a dent in the 100 tons of beer promised at this wild annual event. There will be local Zhujiang brews, wheat beers, ales, stouts and more. No beer festival is complete without a buffet-style feast of German pork knuckle, Munich white sausages, homemade pretzels, and sauerkraut, so Party Pier has recruited a team
of chefs to prepare authentic German cuisine as best they can right here in Guangzhou. At the festival, other restaurants and bars on the pier will set up tents outside to serve their food and drinks to guests. Plus, given that October is also Halloween season, costumes are more than welcome! Stay tuned for more information and head to Party Pier this summer for daytime entertainment, delicious international cuisines and, of course, clubbing all night long! > Beer Fest 2016 will be held in midOctober at Zhujiang Party Pier Beer Culture and Art Zone, 118 Modie Sha Dajie, Haizhu District 海珠区磨碟沙大街118号珠江琶醍啤 酒文化创意艺术区 (8406 0333)
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EAt/drink SIX OF THE BEST… Vegetarian Restaurants
GOSSIP If you’re like us and eat out almost every night of the week, Guangzhou’s pickings start to seem pretty slim. Thankfully, summer’s here and that means sufficient time to explore all of the following openings (listed in order of which you should check out first): Aroma Bistro, well received by many so far, is up and running on Wokai Street behind TaiKoo Hui. A few paces away, Jin Bar in the Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou is mixing drinks with 37 different varieties of gin and daily barbecue dinners on the patio. In Haizhu, a rock-climber from Seattle is selling his craft beer and pulled pork sandwiches at The Hub, which you can read about on p62. Back in Tianhe, Saraya – a sweet gastro lounge on Xingsheng Lu – is seeing lines for a puff of shisha, while Asia Table cooks up rich curries and authentic Thai dishes at Parc Central. The Canton Place will soon be awash with action, as Cafe Amour, Red Chili (Vietnamese and Thai cuisine) and Morida Japanese Restaurant open later this summer. In the IFC, we have new Italian eatery Mamma Mia (which has seen mixed reviews) and a host of bakeries (see p54 for a rating of each). Last, but certainly not least, Taksim Delicate on Jianshe Liu Malu held its grand opening on June 11, and the Taojin area welcomed Biergarten Restaurant & Bar (across from the Crowne Plaza) and Lu Xiao Feng (a chain serving Sichuanese cuisine) where Tekila used to be. See you around, Guangzhou!
Joy Vege An upscale vegetarian restaurant on Xingsheng Lu, Joy Vege serves traditional Chinese dishes in elegant, Western-style courses with cutlery and sparkling juice or wine. RMB150/person. > 3/F Xingsheng Hui, 11 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠 江新城兴盛路11号兴盛汇3层 (8516 2132)
Yi Xin
Love Bay Cafe
Foo Yau Yuan
Nestled beside Guangzhou East Station, Yi Xin welcomes guests into a meditative dining area filled with Buddhist texts and Chinese tea. Try the marbled pork and spicy boiled beef knock-offs. RMB100/person.
From whole-wheat quesadillas and crisp salads to a range of homemade baked goods (like the cocoa berry Bundt cake), Love Bay Café is lauded on dianping.com for swaying even the most stubborn of meat-eaters. RMB70/person.
Feeling adventurous? Make your way to this hole-in-the-wall shop in Liwan that’s been serving hearty, country-style vegetarian and vegan dishes since 1993. RMB60/person.
> 20 Mingdian Jie, Haitian Garden, Luoxi Xincheng, Panyu District 番禺区洛溪新城海天
> 1 Fu’er Lu (across from Liwan Sports Center), Xingfu Xin Cun, Liwan Lu, Liwan District 荔湾区 荔湾路幸福新村福儿路1号 (荔湾体育馆对面),
花园名店街20号 (3998 9053)
佛有缘素食馆 (8125 0428, 8125 0619)
> 4/F, Zhongtai Int’l Plaza, 161 Linhe Xi Lu, Tianhe District 天河区林和西路161号中泰国 际广场4楼, 怡新素食 (3831 0703)
Go Vegan
Sharmaji
Available for delivery anywhere in Guangzhou, Go Vegan’s wholesome, tasty dishes are crafted with organic, hydroponic and imported fruits, vegetables, nuts and legumes. Fresh groceries can be purchased separately. RMB120/person.
Open since 1999, Sharmaji boasts a vegetarian buffet with homemade northern Indian cuisine and vegan or Jain options. No alcohol is served or allowed inside, so stick with the chai milk tea. RMB60/all-you-can-eat.
> Follow govegan101 on WeChat to view the daily menu and place an order.
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> 1/F, Guangzhou Dongyue Hotel, 8 Lujing Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区麓 景路8号广州东悦酒店首层 (8357 0090, www.sharmaji.net)
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Sunburst
Vanilla Panna Cotta with Florentine, Raspberry Jelly and Mango by Jocelyn Richards
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inning first place in the preliminary round of the 2016 United Tastes of America: Asian Chef Challenge held in Guangzhou, ‘Guangzhou Sunshine’ is a visually stunning, innovative dessert by Theresa He, a pastry chef at the Garden Hotel, Guangzhou. Composed of an elegant line of crushed matcha, raspberry jelly cubes, edible flowers, a dollop of mascarpone cheese sprinkled with chili powder and spherical, juicy mangoes that burst in the mouth, the recipe offers a light, stimulating conclusion to any summer meal. Ingredients: Panna Cotta 350g cream 150g milk 50g sugar 1/2 piece vanilla 5g gelatin
Mango Egg 5g calcium powder 500g water 5g seaweed powder 500g water 500g mango sauce
30-Second Chocolate Cake 4 eggs 80g flour 80g milk 125g dark chocolate Mascarpone Cheese 50g mascarpone 150g heavy cream 30g icing sugar 40g orange juice 40g honeyed walnuts
Florentine 250g sugar 80g milk 125g flour 50g butter
Raspberry Jelly 100g raspberries 50g water 20g sugar 8g gelatin
Preparation: 1. To make the panna cotta: heat the cream, milk, sugar and vanilla together under low heat. Melt the gelatin and add it to the mixture. Pour the mixture into the mold. 2. To make the Florentine: mix all the ingredients together, then form into desired shape. Bake in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius until golden brown. 3. To make the cake: melt the chocolate. Add the egg, flour and milk. Mix in an electric mixer until smooth, then pour into a microwave-safe cup and microwave for 30 seconds. 4. To make the cheese: mix the mascarpone, icing sugar and heavy cream together. Add the orange juice and honeyed walnuts. 5. To make the mango egg: mix the water and calcium powder; add the seaweed powder and mango juice. 6. To make the raspberry jelly: mix the raspberries, sugar and water and heat to 60 degrees Celsius. Melt the gelatin and add into the mixture. Freeze for 20 minutes and then cut into cubes. 7. Arrange each ingredient as shown in photo. Add matcha powder, edible flowers and chili pepper (on top of cheese) if desired. > This recipe is courtesy of Pastry Chef Theresa He at The Connoisseur, The Garden Hotel, Guangzhou, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区环市东路368号花园酒店 (8333 8989)
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The Chosen Buns Guangzhou’s Newest Bakeries Put to the Test by Jocelyn Richards and Lena Gidwani
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You read it here: it’s completely normal – commendable, even – to lose sleep over cravings for a loaf of justbaked sourdough coated in creamy, salted butter or rows of chunky, dark chocolate-chip cookies rising seductively in the oven. Baked goods are heavenly when done right, but how many bakeries here in Guangzhou actually know the difference between a bagel and a baguette? This month, we visited, tasted and ranked six new pastry shops in the city according to breadth of selection, quality and overall vibe. A ‘breattitude’ of four or higher definitely warrants a visit: knead we say more?
Demi Deli Puffed-Up Pastries
With all-day-dining options like fois gras lollipops (RMB36) and fried pork with fresh fennel and crab (RMB68) – plus awardwinning pastry chef Raymond Lau behind the counter – Demi Deli has plenty to brag about. Maybe our expectations were too high going in, but the ‘famous’ croissant – while it did have an impressively intricate center – was stiff and bland (similar to what you’d find at Olé). We recommend the mango and taro pastry (RMB28), which, no matter how you attack it with a fork, manages to retain its layered form and tastes like sweet, crispy fireworks exploding gently in your mouth. Demi Deli does a range of homemade cheesecakes and pies (RMB28-35), crumbly cookies (RMB1.5-2), muffins (RMB9), garlic bread (RMB6) and endless takes on the croissant sandwich (RMB9-22). The candy fruit mousse (RMB30), intended to taste like ‘childhood,’ is topped with gelatin and sweet like you just ate an entire bag of Halloween candy. Not for us. This little cafe racks up the most points for its decor, which combines the sophistication of a chic coffee shop with the confidence of a New York diner.
Fujio Japanese Bakery Meet Your Matcha
Should you check it out? Sure – if you’re in the area. Breattitude: 3.5/5
> Shop B105b, B1/F, International Finance Center, 5 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District 天河 区珠江西路5号广州国际金融中心B1楼B105b 铺 (8708 5922)
Built to look like a wooden shrine, the first thing you’ll see inside Fujio (besides the Shinto warrior in the doorway) is a plethora of industrial ovens and a Japanese chef who oversees the production of over 20 different baked goods. Step aside, plain butter croissant, and make way for the eye-catching matcha jam bun (RMB18). Though a daring invention, the bun is too heavy and lacks the right ratio of crumb and crust. The jam and almond croissant (RMB18), too, is a sight for sore eyes. Order it only if starving. Hipsters will be happy to find the matcha muffin (RMB13), which brings a solid balance of sweetness and earthy, subtly bitter green
tea flavor. The red bean bun (RMB13) is also a must-try: the dough is majestically soft and squishy, and there are plenty of red beans in the filling. Pros aside, we would have loved to see more traditional ingredients like black sesame, sweet potato and ginger – or better still, titillating Japanese treats like fluffy cheesecakes, daifukumochi or yamazakiflavored crepes. Oh, and girls in kimonos, beckoning us into this sanctuary of baked goods. Breattitude: 3.5/5
> Liede Cun (Liede Metro Station Exit A), 86 Huacheng Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城花城大道86号猎德 村 (3834 2203)
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KK Bakery
Tous les Jours
Cottage of Cakes
Modestly tucked behind Duo on Jianshe Liu Malu, KK Bakery’s second branch is housed in a quaint red cottage adorned with arched windows and a picket fence. Inside, murals of enchanted gardens and Greek shores enliven each room, making an average glass of fresh cucumber and pear juice (RMB25) taste exotic. But we’re not here for cool beverages and espresso drinks (RMB15-22) – we’re here for carbs. KK Bakery is perhaps best known for its custom cakes (RMB200 and up), which can be designed after any photo you bring in and come in flavors like New York style cheesecake, blueberry cream and dark chocolate mousse. KK’s loaves – French village, walnut and raisin, oat and Bavarian rye (all RMB18) – must weigh five pounds each, and its buttery croissants (our new favorite in Guangzhou, RMB12-15) are each the size of an American football. Desserts come in curious flavors and shapes, like the durian cheesecake (order only if you love everything about du-
The Everything Bagel rian, RMB8) and raspberry ball (fruity mousse with a slightly soggy graham cracker crust, RMB8) and the more normal fudge brownie (RMB8). Nutshell: the ambiance is awesome but selection limited – unless you’re in the market for a birthday cake. Breattitude: 4/5
> Shop 102, 49 Qingcai Gang, Huale Jie (to the left of Mr. Sau Sausage House), Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District 越秀区建设六马路华 乐街青菜岗49号102房 (8370 6963)
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Located directly across from the competition (Demi Deli) in the basement of the IFC, Tous les Jours instantly wows customers with a display of home-style bagel sandwiches (RMB20) stacked with five layers of cheese, lettuce, tomato and meat and sauce. It’s one of the few places (outside of Feel More) that sell proper bagels in Guangzhou, and when we visit, all but one variety (cranberry bagel, RMB7) is sold out. The cafe – with its transparent compartments housing different styles of pastries, breads and cakes – resembles a typical Chinese bakery, and it’s easy to feel skeptical about the quality of the goods. Aside from its failed attempt at donuts (RMB8), however, this place has mad baking game. Fluffy on the outside, gooey on the inside and with just the right amount of black tea flavor to offset excess sweetness, the black tea European bread (RMB28) is some of the best coffee cake we’ve tried in China. The classic walnut pie
(RMB26), homemade yogurt (RMB18) and freshly squeezed juices (RMB28) are all musttries. Tous les Jours also has a spacious, slightly hidden seating area in the back so you can stop in for lunch and (probably) find a free table. Verdict? Go. Breattitude: 4/5
> B1/F, International Finance Center, 5 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District 天河区珠江 西路5号广州国际金融中心B1楼
Paper Stone Bakery Bread is Life If you’re looking for Paper Stone’s scissors, don’t bother: they’ve been replaced by sharp knives ready to slice freshly baked baguettes (RMB28) filled with dried fruit, nuts and seeds and focaccia topped with juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, onions and cheese. With a whopping selection of pastries, sliced breads with fillings like Swiss milk, pumpkin and raisins, and everything in between, Paper Stone Bakery is superbly welcoming (if you can elbow your way through the crowds). Signs list the shop’s endless bold ingredients, a cross between European variants and Asian favorites. For something sweet yet savory, try the coconut pineapple Danish cup (RMB24). Resembling a lamington, it’s made from a croissant base and
topped with fresh custard and torched pineapple triangles. Cranberry and milk buns, caramel custard cream baguettes, tri-cheese rice buns and floss pork buns highlight the bakery’s creative side. So swing by on your next visit to Parc Central and pick up a bunch of these baked indulgences: they’re well worth an extra hour at the gym. Breattitude: 4.5/5
> Shop B252b, B2/F, Parc Central Mall, 212-220 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District 天河区天河路212-220 号天环广场地下二层B252b商铺 (3885 7824)
Dolcetto
Italian to the Core A highly awaited coffee shop and bakery by Caffe Mondo, Dolcetto is prominently situated on the ground floor of the Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou. Gleaming with immaculate displays of macaroons, Danishes, sandwiches and floor-to-ceiling shelves of Illy coffee, olive oil and wine, it’s the kind of cafe you’ll want to dress up for (so not quite hangover material). The selection alone is impressive: more than 60 different pastries, breads, cakes and sandwiches are baked daily and can be grabbed on the go, including sour cream donuts (RMB18), beer sourdough bread (RMB25), potato rosemary bread (RMB25), focaccia (RMB18), banana chocolate cake (RMB198) and strawberry shortcake (RMB200). If that doesn’t get your stomach rumbling, the sandwiches (already the talk of the town) will. Our recommendations? The breakfast ciabatta with bacon, egg, tomato, rocket and onion
jam (RMB38) served steaming hot and oozing with rich fillings. The bread is soft but not soggy, even after being doused in dressing. For a peppy, appetizing lunch, the Caprese focaccia topped with pesto, rocket, sliced tomato and imported mozzarella cheese (RMB48) is to die for. Seats fill up about two hours after Dolcetto opens at 7.30am, so if you’re planning a date with the laptop, be sure to head over early! Breattitude: 4.5/5
> 1/F, Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou, 5 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江西路5号广州四季 酒店首层 (8883 3331)
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ninethirty
Big Flavors on Small Plates by Lena Gidwani
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tepping into ninethirty, an awfully chocolate restaurant and dessert bar, is like visiting a long-lost friend: the familiarity tugs at your heartstrings and you vaguely remember the feeling, but you’re just not sure where you’ve seen it before. TaiKoo Hui Mall, perhaps? Once you walk in, however, it all floods back. There’s an immediate sense of unpretentiousness and comfort that welcomes you as your eyes settle on the mounds of handmade chocolate, lushly stacked cakes and creamy ice cream. This casual bistro, housed bang in the heart of Parc Central Mall next to H&M, is suitable for a shared meal with friends or family. Its menu, presented rather modestly, appears tame, but rest assured, you will be left speechless and craving more once you sink your teeth into the faultless marriage of European and Asian flavors. The watermelon and rocket salad (RMB18) warmly melts in your mouth with a certain crunch and textural appeal that goes beautifully with the citrus jus. The apple crumble salad (RMB28) could very well pass as a savory dessert. It hits the spot with its combination of ingredients, and is best eaten as soon as it lands on the table. Brunch or all-day breakfast lovers will applaud here at ninethirty, where their favorite meal just got a kick. Try the bangers and mash (RMB38) or golden coin pancakes
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(RMB40), cooked with pizzazz. Seafood lovers should take note of the aromatic garlic prawns (RMB48) in chorizo oil and roasted garlic, seared pacific cod (RMB68) with cauliflower mash, caramelized onions and roasted peppers, and the delectable lobster tail with bisque (RMB88). Pair your selection with some truffle fries (RMB28) or crispy potatoes (RMB28) with light wasabi for a kick. Plated desserts are, of course, brilliantly conjured up – an ode to ninethirty’s humble beginnings as a dessert bar. Without giving away too much, try the dark chocolate s’more (RMB48). Its warm, sticky exterior and chilled ice cream will leave you licking your lips. Those seeking more Asian flavors will love the salted egg yolk donuts (RMB48). The runny center tends to ooze out so keep it close to your mouth as you bite into the sugary crust. Drinks have a local spin, with the sweet yet refreshing Katong jelly (RMB35) playing to its Singaporean heritage. There are coffees, teas and, of course, beers and wine to wash down the feast of small plates. Prefer a beverage and dessert in one? Order the cold dark chocolate mar-
tini (RMB58) or salted caramel chocolate (RMB33) and have the best of both worlds! The mention of ninethirty alone could probably summon a small, helpless groan from the stomach, with a creative range of items, flavors and textures enough to cure any cravings. Retail therapy can wait – we’re just getting started.
Price: RMB70 Who’s going: curious palates, awfully chocolate fans Good for: tapas-style dishes, anything sweet > Shop 58, B2/F, Parc Central Mall, 218 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District 天河区天河路218号天环广场B258 (8709 6683)
H&H Dental Center
Torture
Tel: 8620 3808 0700, 3808 0729 24Hrs Hotline: 139 2516 2826 E-mail:hnhdental@163.com Add: First Floor Ming Men Building, #4 Hua Cheng Da Dao, Pearl River New Town, Tianhe District, Guangzhou
Meat to Beat by Jocelyn Richards
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oncealed in a shadowy basement on Jianshe Si Malu, Torture, with its caged beer selection and eerily vacant dining area, has all the trappings of a horror film. The chef, Samuel Fernandez, a tattooed native of Brazil, takes his homeland’s reputation for barbecue very seriously: all cuts of beef and lamb are imported from Argentina and ooze with light, buttery juices when sliced. At Fernandez’s recommendation, we order the biggest Brazilian platter (set A, RMB138) piled high with beef rump cap, ribs, chicken wings and pleurotus eryngii (thick-cut mushrooms that look deceptively similar to French fries). The beef, though somewhat overcooked, is well salted with a fatty, satisfying flavor. For a full-size platter, we expected more wings (it only comes with two) and a crunchy side of some sort to munch on in between mouthfuls of meat. Still, portions are huge, so the desire to add carbs (Italian spaghetti, wudong noodles, fried rice or sandwiches, RMB38-48) dies away with our hunger. Torture, whose name no one at the restaurant dares to explain, outdoes itself with barbecue selections: Brazilian, American and Chinese-style grilled meats and veggies come as single-serve skewers or generous platters. Given that the majority of clientele are locals, Chinese skewers are given plenty of attention. Grilled asparagus (RMB28), seared saury with lemon (RMB38) and Japanese octopus (RMB28) are among the xiaochi on offer. The four-page menu (which is still being translated into English
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when we visit) also vaunts German sausages (RMB38), teppanyaki seafood (RMB158-188/ platter) and a variety of tossed greens (RMB38-48). The Italian salad (RMB38) is underwhelming but a welcome reprieve from mountains of meat. Crispy romaine, sweet tomatoes, Tuscan-style white beans, black olives and strips of bacon are dressed in light olive oil for a refreshing summer side that’s big enough for two. Torture’s most appealing quality (#awkward, yes) is its fierce collection of imported beers. We’ll drop a few names here: Boulevard Pale Ale, Boulevard Single-Wide IPA, Firestone Pale 31, Scrimshaw, Old No. 38 Stout, Brooklyn East IPA, BrewDog Fire AM Red Ale and BrewDog Jack Hammer Ruthless India Pale Ale (RMB4055). You get the idea. This place doesn’t mess around. The night creeps on and surrounding flat-screen TVs begin to broadcast bare bodies in high definition. Everyone’s gnawing at bones and sipping bitters, their conversations fading into an infinite abyss. Is it a subconscious response to the restaurant’s name? Maybe. Or maybe this place always carried the name ‘torture.’
Price: RMB150 Who’s going: wicked carnivores, young Chinese posses Good for: imported IPAs, barbecued meat, sexy pop MVs > 1/F, Building C, Tianlun Huayuan, Jianshe Si Malu, Yuexiu District 越秀区建设四马路天伦 花园C座1楼 (8371 7637)
Dr. Ruoxing Azure Sun
Dr. Fanny Zhang
Dr. Claire Xie
Dr. James Ho earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine and Master of Public Health from the prestigious Harvard University in the U.S.A. member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association and American Association of Functional Orthodontics, Dr. James Ho brings over 20 years of proven experience with hundreds of satisfied patients in various dental fields including orthodontics to advanced implant dentistry. Dr. Ho is recognized for his accomplishments in dentistry and had appointments such as Consultant Trainer at Invisalign Asia Pacific Conference in Sydney, Australia and an invited speaker at the inaugural Chinese Symposium for the Promotion of Health in Beijing. Dr. Ruoxing Azure Sun is a well-known dentist from North California in the U.S. She earned the Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Being a pioneer of the generation of global dentists, Dr. Sun possesses practice certificates in the U.S (California, Pennsylvania and Texas) and Singapore. Dr. Sun provides high-quality dental care to her patients with advanced experience in Invisalign, cosmetic dentistry and treating periodontal diseases. She impressed patients with her gentleness and patience, and received excellent feedback. Dr. Sun participates in international conferences and is an active member of the American, California and Singapore Dental Associations. Dr. Fanny Zhang Yanru graduated from Sun Yan Sen Medical University, has over 10 years full-time clinical experience. Dr. Zhang is especially proficient in performing cosmetic construction in conjunction with cosmetic plastic surgery to achieve the highest patient satisfaction. Our patients will benefit from her extensive knowledge in restorative dentistry and gum disease treatment. Dr. Claire Xie graduated from Guangzhou Medical University, and had externship experience in Liwan Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Zhaoqing Dental Hospital. Dr. Xie has distinguishable achievements in endodontics, oral surgeon, prosthodontics and orthodontics. Dr. Xie especially focuses on cosmetic dentistry, to restore patients’ perfect smile as well as tooth functions.
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Feel More Coffee & Bagels
Home at Last by Jocelyn Richards
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&W root beer floats. Dense, chewy bagels baked until golden and coated with warm peanut butter, cream cheese or melted butter. Have your attention? Good. It’s time to Feel More. Hidden, much like Tristan’s CalMex Restaurant and Bar, in a maze of secluded alleyways dotted with local clothing boutiques, Japanese cafes and residential buildings, Feel More Coffee & Bagels isn’t a place you stumble upon – it’s very much a planned destination. So what’s the incentive? That calming, sunny sensation of walking into a bagel shop and inhaling the familiar aroma of onions, sesame seeds and yeast while squinting at an overhead chalkboard to make your order. Eddy Lau, the passionate Hong Kong native behind Feel More, understands this: he lived in Vancouver, Canada, for seven
years and fell in love with the round, doughy breakfast rolls so many can’t live without. This propelled him to set up a shop in Guangzhou, where bagels are difficult to come by. “Right now, we make a few dozen from scratch every day with this little oven,” explains Lau, motioning to a cooker about the size of a microwave. “It’s not very big, so we hope to expand to a larger kitchen in the next few months.” Given the limited resources at his disposal, it’s amazing how popular Lau’s little shop has become in only two months. The menu is simple but classic, with plain, sesame, honey, whole-wheat, cranberry, cinnamon raisin and sea salt bagels on offer (RMB11-13), as well as regular, blueberry, peanut butter, strawberry, raspberry and chocolate cream cheese (RMB4-6). Though soft on the inside and slightly crispy around the edges, the bagels aren’t quite as dense and squishy as those back
home. All things considering, however (like the fact that Lau is dealing with different climate conditions, water and ingredients), they come pretty damn close. A range of bagel sandwiches, including the BLT (RMB27), smoked salmon (RMB37), tuna melt (RMB27) and beef pastrami (RMB37), can be tweaked according to customers’ preferences, but Lau has done a sound job with the recipes. Stuffed with fresh dill, cream cheese and salmon (from the same source that supplies The Westin Guangzhou and Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou), the smoked salmon sandwich is a harmonious blend of freshness and flavor in each bite. Lau is in the process of connecting with Tall Timbers, a Guangzhou-based coffee roasting company owned by two guys from Seattle, to sell fresh beans at his shop. In the meantime, a combination of Taiwanese beans is used to craft balanced brews of espresso (RMB13-15), lattes and cappuccinos (RMB25). Soothing cocoa blends like the hot chocolate and Bailey’s (RMB33) and refreshing classics like the root beer float (RMB28) encapsulate the homey, nostalgic impression Feel More is going for. Bagel orders by the dozen must be made two days in advance (at least until Lau finds a larger oven). But given that Feel More is the only spot in Guangzhou to reconnect with the best breakfast food on earth, who are we to complain? Price: RMB50 Who’s going: New Yorkers, brunch crowds Good for: bagels with cream cheese, BLTs, Kettle chips
> 7 Qiaoye Yi Jie (next to Qiaoyi Yuan residential complex), Tianhe District 天河区侨怡一街7号一楼 (立山隔壁,侨怡苑小区 内) (185 8894 8638)
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Tang
Fast Food Made Glamorous by Tristin Zhang
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lassy and elaborate, Tang opened its doors in late May and has already distinguished itself as a competitive, high-end Cantonese eatery. Revered among locals for sophisticated southern Chinese specialties such as abalone, sea cucumber and edible bird’s nest, the Hoi Fan Group outlet combines chichi dining with swift service and delivery. Jay Yip, the young mastermind behind Hoi Fan and now Tang, is all about challenging the norm by infusing century-old Cantonese recipes with contemporary flair. After successfully opening Chaly’s Daily, a chic and unconventional cafe tailored to younger patrons of The Canton Place, Yip attempted to stir the status quo again last year with the launch of lobster sandwich eatery J’s Harbour (now defunct). Tang is Yip’s latest foray; a fast-food res-
taurant serving only a handful of exquisite dishes and four meal sets prepared with high-quality ingredients. Catering to cravings for nutritious Cantonese delicacies, Tang offers a variety of mains like shark fin (yes, this foodstuff is unfortunately common in the region’s cuisine) and fish maw, served with colorful appetizers and sesame-dotted rice. Ingredients are cooked with a touch of abalone sauce, which enhances their light, oceanic taste. The South African dried abalone meal set (RMB248), accompanied by six pickled appetizers to invigorate the senses, maintains a delicate, natural flavor that succeeds in leaving one satisfied, not stuffed. Tang’s platter (RMB68) is a flavorful assortment of marinated meats, which pair especially well with rice. To finish, try the unique coconut jelly
with bird’s nest (RMB48). It’s a rich, refreshing dessert packed with beautifying vitamins and minerals. Located on the periphery of The Canton Place, Tang targets white-collar professionals in Guangzhou’s CBD. Set meals can be delivered to Zhujiang Xincheng offices in 15 minutes or less, well arranged and expertly packed. It’s all part of Yip’s initiative to glorify fast food on behalf of today’s well-to-do, trendy youth. Price: RMB180 Who’s going: takeout delivery guys, seekers after southern delights Good for: coconut jelly, lavish Cantonese meal sets > Shop 27, The Canton Place, Haifeng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城海风路广粤天地27号铺 (4008 322 822)
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The Hub
A Climber’s Craft by Matthew Bossons
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aizhu’s pub scene is admittedly a bit lacking. Sure, there’s Party Pier, but that’s a haven for DJs, dance music and (largely) lousy food. Craft beer, chill vibes, wooden bar tops and foosball are often hard to come by. Enter The Hub: Haizhu’s newest and arguably best craft beer establishment. Founded by a rock-climbing enthusiast from Washington state, this bar/coffee shop offers great (and we mean great) beer, an eclectic range of coffee and imported spirits. Open in early June, the location is notable for its decidedly Seattle (read: cool) vibes, which are capped off with handmade furniture and Seahawk and Mariners paraphernalia. The beer here alone is worth the journey across the river. Brewed in Zhuhai by humble proprietor Austin Stringham, the selection is small but on point. Our favorite is the Red Rider (RMB30), a flavorful, intense and authentic craft beer. Other options include Taplin’s English Ale and Summer Session Ale, both of which will only set you back RMB30 (absurdly affordable even with the additional taxi fare to Haizhu). Like to snack while crushing beers? The Hub offers a small range of tasty and quality eats. ‘The sandwich’ (RMB30) is stacked with pulled pork and veggies on a pretzel-esque bun and comes with a side of potato salad that whisked us right back home – because everyone knows moms make the best potato salad. Other food options include the chicken Caesar, BLT and Mediterranean wraps, all of which sell for RMB30. Our only honest complaint would be that The Hub offers a single squat toilet. But hey, it’s China – we have to get over that sooner or later. Venturing to Haizhu can be a stressful and time-consuming undertaking for some, but this location is entirely worth the trip. If the food and great beer don’t have you sold, then go for friendly banter with some of the nicest bar staff in town. Price: RMB60 Who’s going: homesick Seattleites, beer cafe aficionados Good for: local craft beer, great conversation
> 1/F, Bldg A of Fulijinxi Complex, 5 Fuchang Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区福场路5号之 一富力金栖花园A1栋首层 (159 1741 2439)
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The Brew
Drink Coronas, Win Big by Jocelyn Richards
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oing to The Brew just got infinitely more exciting – and that’s on top of a delicious revamped menu by Executive Chef Kevin McKellar and stellar new brunch offerings. What could be better than eggs Blackstone with crispy American bacon, roasted tomatoes and house hollandaise sauce on a homemade cheddar biscuit (RMB58), you say? How about a Corona special that gives you the chance to win a trip to Thailand, all expenses paid? From now until October 13, stop into any of The Brew’s locations, sit down at the designated Corona booths (i.e. the best seats in the house) and you will receive a raffle ticket in your name with each Corona you purchase. At the end of every month, there will be a drawing for a ‘Corona Summer Gift Package,’ with – you guessed it – lots of Corona and related paraphernalia. But the real deal won’t come until October 14, when a grand prize winner will be announced at The Brew Zhujiang. The prize? A five-day trip for two to Thailand, all expenses paid! With a deal like that, you better start drinking some Coronas (RMB40) at The Brew. We don’t care if you like the beer, if you’re allergic to limes or
if you’ve been to Thailand a hundred times. These kinds of opportunities don’t come around often. In the meantime, (while you’re out there chugging Coronas), why not try out The Brew’s overhauled dinner menu, featuring, among many other dishes, the Ultimate Burger (RMB98): a six-inch beast packed with two juicy beef patties, caramelized onions, imported bacon, cheddar cheese and all the toppings on a toasted brioche bun. Forget the side salad – The Brew’s French fries are now seasoned with eight spices and kissed with garlic butter and parsley (RMB40; free with purchase of some mains). We wish you all luck in this Corona challenge and hope to see you at the raffle in October! > 1) The Brew Zhujiang, West Section, Baolin Garden, Huaxun Jie, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城华就路华讯街 保林苑西区 (3804 9549); 2) The Brew Taojin, 11-13, Yuhai Shijie, 1 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District 越秀区建设六马路 誉海食街11-13号铺 (8382 8299); 3) The Brew Panyu, Unit 9-11 (next to ICBC), Country Garden South, Yingbin Lu, Panyu District 番禺区迎宾路华南碧桂 园碧华商业2街9-11号 (3482 0401)
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Gershwin Piano Quartet Concert
Luigi Rubino
Neoclassical Piano
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Shedding new light on the accomplishments of American composer and pianist George Gershwin, the Gershwin Piano Quartet performs, arranges and builds upon Gershwin’s hit songs and orchestral pieces. In addition to recreating Gershwin’s music, the group also covers the works of his contemporaries, such as Igor Stravinsky’s ‘Petrushka’ and Maurice Ravel’s ‘La Valse.’ Come see this talented quartet perform live at Xinghai Concert Hall. > Wed July 20, 8pm; RMB100-480. Symphony Hall, Xinghai Concert Hall, 33 Qingbo Lu, Ersha Island, Yuexiu District 越秀区二沙岛晴波路33号 (8735 8735, 8735 3869)
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A Rose for Angel by the 12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic Concert Enjoying an international following, the 12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic is without a doubt the best ensemble of its kind in the world. Founded in 1972, the group has seen ever-changing members, but its tradition of exceptional tonal and virtuosic quality has been passed on without fail. Whether recreating the classics, jazz, tango or avant-garde, the musicians captivate audiences with a wide range of intoxicating timbres. From ‘La Vie en Rose’ to ‘Trilogy of Angels,’ the 12 cellists will add a memorable, romantic tone to your evening. > Sun July 17, 8pm; RMB80-880. Opera Hall, Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江西 路1号 (3839 2888)
Surfer Blood Indie Rock
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An independent band hailing from Florida, Surfer Blood sounds like a posse of hardcore surfers, but the four members actually aren’t that crazy about the sport. Still, Surfer Blood’s performances have plenty of thrills and chills. The group’s first single, ‘Swim,’ released in 2010, received raving reviews, while their first album, Astro Coast, was a huge hit. With their third and newest album, 1000 Palms, Surfer Blood commences its first tour in China, arriving at T:union this July. Come rock out with these Palm Beach studs. > Thu July 7, 8.30-10.30pm; RMB90 advanced order, RMB120 at the door. T:union, 361-365 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Yuexiu District 越秀区广州大道中 361-365号东方花苑首层 (3659 7623)
Rodolfo Mederos Trio
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Concert
Ton Koopman and the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra Concert
Argentina’s treasured bandoneonist Rodolfo Mederos is highly acclaimed for the profound effect he bestowed upon tango with his brilliant compositions and performances. Bringing his friends – guitarist Armando De La Vega and double bass player Sergio Rivas – on his tour to China, Mederos will be at Xinghai Concert Hall this July to enliven Guangzhouers with tango, waltz and milonga. > Fri July 8, 8pm; RMB80-680. Chamber Hall, Xinghai Concert Hall, 33 Qingbo Lu, Ersha Island, Yuexiu District 越秀区二沙岛晴波路33号 (8735 8735, 8735 3869)
Italian pianist Luigi Rubino started playing the piano at age 10 before going on to join neoclassical band ‘Ashram.’ His first personal album, A Theme for the Moon, is a collection of beautiful, tranquilizing and emotional pieces. From ‘Last Dance’ to ‘Fragments,’ Rubino utilizes simple titles to summarize the intricate themes of his compositions. His straightforward tone and earnest performances strike a chord with audiences all over the world. Catch him at T:union this July. > Sun July 24, 8.30-10pm; RMB100 advanced order, RMB120 at the door. T:union, 361-365 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Yuexiu District 越秀区广州大道 中361-365号东方花苑首层 (3659 7623)
Musical guru Ton Koopman is bringing the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra to Guangzhou this July. As its founder, Koopman has led the orchestra to perform in a number of prestigious music halls, such as Lincoln Center in New York and Barbican Centre in London. Educated in classical music, Koopman is an organist and a harpsichordist and has contributed to various recordings and performances of Bach’s works throughout the past 10 years. See this musical master together with the whole Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra and enjoy a selection of classical pieces from Mozart and Bach. > Sun July 3, 3pm; RMB80-880. Opera Hall, Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江西路1号 (3839 2888)
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Cappella
Based in Hong Kong, American a cappella quartet Metro Vocal Group has covered a diverse range of international songs. Their rendition of ‘Hoi Fut Tin Hung,’ a song by the legendary Hong Kong rock bank Beyond, is especially popular among Chinese fans. With a repertoire ranging from funk and rock to jazz and pop music, the quartet, founded in 1998, has released two albums in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. At this concert, Metro will perform songs by famous Chinese singers like David Tao, as well as a few original compositions. > Fri-Sat July 15-16, 8pm/3pm; RMB80-280. Experimental Theatre, Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江西路1号 (3839 2888)
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Ladies Nights at LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou Ladies
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Summer Special at Aloft Buffet Dinner
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Take advantage of this deal at The Connoisseur on the third floor of the Garden Hotel, Guangzhou: parties of at least two ladies can buy one appetizer and get one main course for free! Plus, ladies can enjoy a free flow of sparkling, house wine, gin tonic and martinis, as well as 50 percent off any drink at Lotus Pond after 10.30pm. Don’t miss this unreal deal! > Tue-Sat all month, 6-10.30pm. The Connoisseur, LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区环市东路368号 (8333 8989 ext. 3964)
Aloft Guangzhou University Park presents the Summer Special buffet, featuring pasta, roasted lamb rack, fresh oysters, salmon, a free flow of soft drinks and Indian chai tea at the amazingly low price of RMB98 per adult. For families with children, one child (below 1.2 meters) will be free of charge. > All month, 6-9pm; RMB98. Aloft Guangzhou University Park, 66 Lide Jie, Panyu District 番禺区立德街66号 (3100 0888)
Grand Seafood Experience Buffet Dinner Happy Hour at LN Hotel Five Happy Hour
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Afternoon Tea
Treat yourself and friends to the brand-new, seasonal version of Grand Hyatt Guangzhou’s afternoon tea set. Enjoy summer delicacies and signature pastry innovations by the head chef. > All month, 2-5pm; traditional Chinese high tea set at RMB210, traditional English high tea set RMB238, traditional Champagne English high tea set at RMB380, prices subject to 10 percent service charge and 6 percent VAT. Guanxi Lounge, Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, 12 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江西路12号 (8396 1234 ext. 3451)
Come savor the upgraded seafood buffet at The Market Café! Pamper yourself and your loved ones with fresh lobster, imported oysters, grilled abalone, free flow of drinks and much, much more! > All month, 6-9.30pm; RMB468 (Mon-Thu), RMB568 (Fri-Sun), prices subject to 10 percent service charge and 6 percent VAT. The Market Café, Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, 12 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新 城珠江西路12号 (8396 1234)
2016 International Vertical Marathon Marathon
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Ever wanted to run a marathon? How about a vertical marathon? Grab your running shoes and get busy climbing to prepare for the 2016 International Vertical Marathon Series. Participants of any age, gender and experience level are welcome! The second race, with a height of 233 meters (1,188 steps) is coming up on July 10 in the R&F New World Center. > Sun July 10. R&F New World Center, Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District 天河区广州大道中富力东山 新天地 (towerrunning_china@163.com)
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Ride for Children: A Long-Distance Cycling Charity Fundraiser Cycling & Charity Founded by a group of educators, Ride for Children helps to raise funds for schools in rural China by organizing long-distance cycling trips. This year, the team is fundraising to build a local library and study center in the village of Tangkou, Guangdong. Join in this three-day charity event and challenge yourself to a 160-kilometer bike ride on the scenic road from Guangzhou to Kaiping. You will be provided with a bicycle, a room and, of course, a tour of the renowned Kaiping Diaolou – the only UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in Guangdong. What are you waiting for? Register today and join an amazing group of people on this unforgettable adventure. > Sat-Mon Aug 6-8 (registration required before Jul 20); RMB1,500 (RMB1,000 for room and board, RMB500 for charity donation). For more information, please contact Ride for Children at info@ignitechina.org
Come to the picturesque Roof Bar, which overlooks the Pearl River at LN Five Hotel, and enjoy dim sum, tacos and two signature cocktails for only RMB198. > All month, 6pm-1am; RMB198. The Roof Bar, LN Hotel Five, 277 Yanjiang Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区沿江 中路277 号 (8931 0505)
Karate Experimental Class Karate
As a form of art, self-defense and combat, karate has been practiced and appreciated by millions throughout Asia and the West alike. If you’ve ever thought about picking up this self-defense technique, come out to the experimental class provided by China Wado Karate and start working towards a black belt! > Ongoing, Wed and Fri, 8-9.30pm; Sun, 2.30-4pm; RMB60. Wuyangcun Dojo, 5/F, 9 Youbei Yi Jie San Xiang, Shiyou Xinmalu, Yuexiu District 越 秀区寺右新马路右北一街三巷9号5楼 (138 0241 3794/135 6038 2355)
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The Imperial Ice Stars Figure Skating
Papa by Theatre de la Feuille Physical Theater
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Self-Instructed Altitude by Cai Chao Exhibition Chinese artist Cai Chao is a master at combining constructivism with Chinese graphology. His ink wash paintings depict industrial and urban subjects at a level of sophistication no other Chinese painter has reached. Cai’s early artwork from the 90s, which focused on the theme of an industrializing China, captivated the nation’s contemporary art scene. This month, his original works will be featured in a gripping exhibition at the Guangdong Museum of Art. > Tue-Sun until July 24, 9am-5pm; free. Guangdong Museum of Art, 38 Yanyu Lu, Ersha Island, Yuexiu District 越秀区二沙岛烟雨路38号 (8735 1468, www.gdmoa.org)
Composed of 24 Olympic, world, European and national championship-level skaters, the Imperial Ice Stars are the world’s leading performers of theatrical ice-skating. Telling stories with their graceful feats like Sleeping Beauty and Swan Lake on a frozen stage, these world-class figure skaters have entertained audiences in London’s Royal Albert Hall, Singapore’s Esplanade Theatre and Cape Town’s Artscape Theatre Centre. Visiting the Guangzhou Opera House in July, the Imperial Ice Stars will inject a bit of coolness into the flaming heart of Guangzhou. > Wed-Thu July 20-21, 8pm (Sleeping Beauty on Ice); Fri-Sun July 22-24, 2.30pm/8pm (Swan Lake on Ice); RMB80-880. Opera Hall, Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江 西路1号 (3839 2888)
In recent years, Theatre de la Feuille has toured Asia and Europe with their highly acclaimed production L’Orphelin 2.0. Founded in Paris in 2010, the Hong Kong-based theater troupe has created many physical theater productions that combine Western methodology and Eastern artistic traditions. Papa is inspired by Spanish comic artist Paco Roca’s work Arrugas. Using the body as a primary channel of narration, it is a heartwarming sketch that tells a story of familial bonds. > Fri-Sat July 8-9, 8pm; RMB180. Experimental Theatre, Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江西路1号 (3839 2888)
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The Child and the Spells Opera Rick the Cube and the Time Mystery
Audiovisual Concert
Parallax Exhibition
Originating from the Greek word parallaxis, meaning the effect produced when the position of an object changes when viewed from different angles, this exhibition includes the work of artists from Guangzhou and Chengdu and strives to convey the differences between modern art in these two cities. Come enjoy the unique distillations of artistic experience. > Tue-Sun until Aug 14, 10am-7pm; free entry. Fei Gallery, G/F, Estate Plaza, 5 Nonglin Xia Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区农林下路5号亿达大厦 负一楼 (3768 8781/3768 8830, www. feigallery.com)
A French fantasy opera, The Child and the Spells features a score by Joseph Maurice Ravel, who is internationally recognized as France’s greatest composer from the 1920s and 30s. It tells the story of a naughty boy who destroys his bedroom before discovering many of the objects have come to life. Successfully adapted into German, English and Russian, this brilliant operatic work has never failed to amaze audiences all over the world. This month, it will be performed by the talented Maitrise des Hauts-de Seine, or Paris Opera Children’s Chorus, comprised of over 300 boys aged 7 to 16. Experience this lyrical fantasy live at the Guangzhou Opera House. > Sun-Mon July 29-30, 8pm/3pm; RMB80-580. Opera Hall, Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江 西路1号 (3839 2888)
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An audiovisual event with a live musical performance and film screening, this play tells the story of Rick the Cube – an ugly duckling in a hen house – who embarks on an adventure from the countryside to the city, jungle and eventually outer space. Created by French animation artist Jesse Lucas and instrumentalist Erwan Raguenes, the show features incredible visuals and sound effects and is tailored to children and adults alike. > Tue-Wed July 12-13, 8pm; RMB180. Experimental Theatre, Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江西路1号 (3839 2888)
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Madagascar Live! Musical
Based on DreamWorks’ animated blockbuster, Madagascar Live! has toured 100 cities in the US since it debuted in 2011, reaping acclaim from audiences all over the country. Beginning its tour throughout Europe, the Middle East and Asia earlier this year, Madagascar Live! will land in Guangzhou this July. Get the little ones ready and join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo and those hilarious penguins in their journey to King Julien’s Madagascar. > Thu-Sun July 28-31, 10.30am/2.30pm/7.30pm; RMB180-680. Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theater, 1229 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District 天河区广州大道中1229号 (8558 8209)
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The Star Keeper by Theatre de l’Oeil Puppet
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Produced by Theatre de l’Oeil, a creative team dedicated to puppetry since the 1970s, this unique stage play tells a story beyond imagination. With its magical scenographic design, appealing music and sophisticated manipulations, The Star Keeper treats audiences to a truly enchanting show. > Fri-Sun July 29-31, 3pm/8pm; RMB80-280. Experimental Theatre, Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江西路1号 (3839 2888)
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Battle Against Garbage
Puppet Show
Founded in 1956, Guangdong Province Puppet Art Theater has created more than 300 programs over the past 60 years, including everything from fairy tales to contemporary plays. Battle Against Garbage, directed by Chen Xuan – a screenwriter and director at the Guangzhou Dramatic Arts Centre and creator behind award-winning productions like Us, Dawn and How Far is the Distance – employs colorful puppets to transform a serious social subject into a fun-filled play. Take your rascals to Guangzhou Opera House this month and enjoy the living art of puppetry! > Sat-Sun July 9-10, 3pm; RMB80-588. Opera Hall, Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江西 路1号 (3839 2888)
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hotel news HOTEL NEWS
Andrew Guo Appointed as General Manager of The Westin Guangzhou Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. officially announced Mr. Andrew Guo as General Manager of The Westin Guangzhou. Mr. Guo started his hospitality journey in 1991. Along his way, he has demonstrated outstanding leadership and excellent hotel operations in Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, InterContinental Hotels Group and the Langham Hospitality Group. With a solid sales and marketing background, Mr. Guo is adept in driving the hotel’s business and aiming for superior guest experience and satisfaction.
Geoffrey Huang Appointed as General Manager of The Westin Shimei Bay Resort
Karan Jain Appointed as Hotel Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. recently announced the appointment of Geoffrey Huang as general manager of The Westin Shimei Bay Resort. In his new role, Mr. Huang will oversee pre-opening preparations, development and management strategies, as well as the resort’s daily operations. As a ‘veteran’ in the hospitality industry, Mr. Huang has worked for Accor Hotels, InterContinental Hotels Group and Starwood Hotels & Resorts, leaving his footprints in Guilin, Nanchang, Shenyang, Qingdao, Wuhan, Nanjing, Haikou, Xiamen and Changde.
The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou has announced the appointment of Mr. Karan Jain as its new hotel manager. In his new role, Mr. Jain will be assisting Mr. Matthias Vogt, the general manager of The RitzCarlton, Guangzhou, leading a staff of 600 to further cement the status of the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star hotel as the top luxury provider for discerning guests in the city. Mr. Jain began his career in the food and beverage sector in Florida before working in various Ritz-Carlton properties in the United States, Cayman Islands, Oman and China.
Ebony at Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou Re-opens with New Gin Bar Ebony, the bar and grill at Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou recently unveiled its sleek look after a transformative renovation. The new Jin Bar features over 37 different gins and four house-infused gins ranging from ginseng to Mandarin oolong flavors, in addition to an invigorating selection of cocktails. This chic grill restaurant offers a semibuffet lunch on weekdays, weekend brunch, BBQ buffet dinner on Friday nights and churrasco (meat on skewers) night on Saturdays.
Heiko Reichel Joins Grand Hyatt Guangzhou as Executive Sous Chef Mr. Heiko Reichel has worked at Grand Hyatt for nearly 11 years. In August 2005, he joined Grand Hyatt Dubai as chef de partie banquets. In November 2012, Reichel was promoted to Hyatt Regency Birmingham as head chef and was selected as executive sous chef at Hyatt City of Dreams Manila since May 2015. Mr. Reichel will revamp the dining concept and redesign a classic steakhouse menu together with signature dishes from his hometown of Germany. Classic items like tuna tartare, pan-seared diver scallops, prawn cocktail and more will be presented together with his signature pork knuckles. With his cooking philosophy of authentic and seasonal items, a tailor-made menu and special, fresh ingredients will be available for all fine dining aficionados.
Leadership Committee of Hyatt Regency Fuzhou Cangshan Joins in Recruitment Fair
Doubletree by Hilton Guangzhou Presents 2016 Food & Wine Experience Doubletree by Hilton Guangzhou Hotel presented the popular ‘Food & Wine Experience’ for another year on June 11. The event, which has been running for over 18 years at Hilton Beijing, came to Guangzhou for the first time last year and saw more than 600 gourmet foods, wines, spirits, coffees, juices, pastries, chocolates, teas, beers and meats exhibited. Divided into the ‘Trade Tasting’ and ‘Grand Tasting’ series, the event is an opportunity for businesses – as well as the public in Guangzhou – to explore trends in the food and beverage sector.
Hyatt Regency Fuzhou Cangshan is expected to be launched this autumn, with all members of its Leadership Committee recently brought on board. The committee attended the hotel’s recruitment fair on June 19 and 20, sharing their experiences with candidates face to face. Hyatt Regency Fuzhou Cangshan will be the first Hyatt hotel in Fujian Province, reflecting the company’s growing presence in southeast China.
HOTEL PROMOTIONS A Soothing Summer at Banyan Tree Yangshuo Banyan Tree Yangshuo boasts a range of welcoming amenities for guests to escape the bustle of city life and reconnect with nature. Delivering rejuvenation and vitality with every spa treatment, the award-winning Banyan Tree Spa is an excellent getaway destination for those seeking peace and spiritual stimulation. Using local ingredients such as mangosteen extract, Banyan Tree Spa Yangshuo’s signature treatment (RMB999) rejuvenates the mind, body and spirit. The 150-minute treatment calms your senses with a steam bath and cleanses the skin with a refreshing mangosteen chrysanthemum body scrub. Surrounded by the breathtaking mountains of Yangshuo, the spa will leave you feeling inspired and re-energized. > 168 Zhengdong Jie, Fuli Town, Yangshuo, Guangxi 广西省阳朔县福利镇正东街 168号阳朔悦榕庄 (0773 322 8888)
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trict (8333 3882) 越秀区惠福东路 442 号 He Japanese Restaurant 1/F, 208 Dongzong Dadao, Dongcheng District, Dongguan (07692200 1888) 和日本料理 , 东莞市东城区东纵大道 208 号东莞万 达文华酒店 1 楼
RESTAURANT ASIAN INDIAN (south ASIAN) Bombay Grill Cuisine of India 2 Aiguo Lu, Overseas Chinese Village (opposite Holiday Inn City Centre Hotel Lobby), Yuexiu District (8359 4533) 孟买印度餐厅, 越秀区环市东路华侨新村爱国路2号 (假日酒店正门对面) Little India Indian & Nepalese Cuisine Units 103-104, Edinburgh International Apartment, 2 Huali Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3878 1353) 越秀区珠江新城华 利路2号爱丁堡国际公寓103-104号铺 Punjabi Indian Cusine 2/F, Guotai Hotel, 376 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8382 4542 / 8382 4596) 本杰比印度料理, 越秀区环市 东路376号国泰宾馆2楼 The Tandoor-Guangzhou 2/F, Asia International Hotel, 326 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (6260 8999) 天都里印度餐厅 , 越秀区 环市东路 326 号亚洲国际 大酒店二层 Taste of India 165 Taojin Lu, Yuexiu District (8350 7688, 8357 2688) 印斯味餐馆酒廊 , 越秀区淘金路 165 号国际大酒店 二层
I by Inagiku 5/F, W Guangzhou, 26 Xiancun Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (6628 6628) 稻菊日本料理 , 天河区珠江新城冼村路 26 号广州 w 酒店 5 楼 Kaiseki Japanese Restaurant 4/F, Lobby No. 2, Chimelong Hotel, Panyu Dadao, Panyu District (8478 6838 ext. 61488) 怀石料理日本餐厅 , 番禺区迎宾路长隆酒店二号大 堂4层 Koyama Robatayaki Sushi 1) 4/F, Electronic Bldg, 403 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8732 2022); 2) 3F, Ping An Building, 50-160 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District (3886 8038); 3) Shop 101, 1/F, Times Square, 28 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (3882 1846) 小山日本料理 1) 越秀区环市东路 403 号电子大厦 4 楼 ; 2) 天河区体育东路 150-160 号平安大厦 3 楼 ; 3) 天河区天河北路 28 号时代广场 1 楼 101 店 Roku Roku G/F, Xiang Long Garden, 177 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (2223 3066) 六绿 , 天河区天河北路 177 号 Sushi Love Shop B1-008B, B/F, Grandview Mall, 228 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (8372 0178) 天河区天河路 228 号正佳广场负一层 B1-008B 商 铺 Sushi Oh 1) Shop 1129-1, UU Park, Mall of the World, 89 Huacheng Dadao, Tianhe District (3832 5541); 2) 3/F, China Plaza, Zhongshan San Lu, Yuexiu District (8364 1039) 寿司皇 1) 天河区花城大道 89 号天河城 UU Park 美 食中心 1129-1 号铺 ; 2) 越秀区中山三路 33 号中华 广场 3 楼
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JAPANESE California Roll Restaurant 1) Shop 101, 55 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8370 3288); 2) ; 12 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District(8376 5763); 3) No. 107,Building 31,Liede Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3827 8599) 加州卷 1) 越秀区建设六马路 55 号 101 铺 ; 2)越秀 区建设六马路 12 号 ; 3) 天河区珠江新城猎德大道 31 号中海璟晖 107 号
Bangkok Bar No. 10, 104 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3801 9391) 曼谷吧 , 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 10 号 104 铺 Hero North 2, G/F, Tianhe Hui Shopping Mall, 160 Tianhe Zhijie, Tianhe District (3886 6138) 天河区天河直街 160 号天河汇商业广场首层北 02 号 Hot Basil Thai Cuisine 1) Shop G4-5, 522 Huifu Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8330 2183); 2) 2/F, Unit 205, 75 Tianhe Dong Lu, Tianhe District (8558 3988) 泰地道 1) 越秀区惠福东路 522 号 G4-5 铺 ; 2) 天 河区天河东路 75 号二楼 205 铺 Mr. Thai Shop 201 (above Starbucks on Xingsheng Lu), 31 Liede Dadao, Tianhe District (8660 6822) 天河区猎德大道 31 号二楼 201 ( 兴盛路风情街星巴 克上 ) Soi 5 G/F, 1 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8388 3821) 越秀区建设六马路 1 号誉海食街一楼
VIETNAMESE District Bo Ho No. 20 Jianshe Si Malu (next to Oggi) Yuexiu District (8356 7059) 越秀区建设四马路 20 号 Indochine 57 Tianhe Dong Lu, Tianhe District (2893 5253) 天河区天河东路 57 号 Lemon House Vietnamese Cuisine 1) 1/F, 11 Jianshe Liu Ma Lu, Yuexiu District (8375 3600); 2) 511 Huifu Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8318 9715) 越茗苑越式美食 1) 越秀区建设六马路 11 号首层 ; 2) 越秀区惠福东路 511 号 Lemon Leaf 32 Dezheng Nan Lu, Yuexiu District (8381 5981) 柠檬叶越南餐厅 , 越秀区德政南路 32 号 Nha Trang Vietnamese Restaurant 2/F, Guangzhou Yijian Building, 3-7 Jianshe Liu Malu (8373 6663) 芽莊越式料理越秀区建设六马路 3-7 号广州一建大 厦二层
Lombok Indonesian Restaurant 522 Huifu Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (020-8306 5831) 越秀区惠福东路 522 号 Pandan Indonesian Cuisine 1) No. 1619, Bldg A, 475 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8760 5258); 2) 1 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8376 5075) ; 3) Shop 1-3, 2/F, 11 Xingsheng Lu, Tianhe District (3805 1586) 香 兰 印 尼 餐 厅 1) 越 秀 区 环 市 东 路 475 号 A 区 16-19 号 ; 2) 越秀区建设六马路一号 ( 靠东风东 路口 ); 3) 天河区兴盛路 11 号兴盛汇 2 层 1-3 铺
371-375 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8776 3738); 2) 2/F, Times Square, 28 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (3891 0728) 蕉叶风味屋 1) 越秀区环市东路 371-375 号世贸大 厦 5 楼 ; 2) 天河区天河北路 28 号时代广场 2 楼
Pho Kim Saigon No. B110, -1/F, IFC shopping mall, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District ((Mr. Wong: 138 2516 5093) 天河区珠江新城 IFC 国金天地负一层 B110 铺 Tairyo Teppanyaki 1) 2/F, Zhizhunhui, 263 Huasui Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8559 8937); 2) 2/F, Guangyi Bldg, 3438 Huale Lu, Yuexiu District (8360 1371); 3) Shop 3008, 3/F, Baiyun Wanda Plaza, Baiyun District (2332 0061); 4) Shop 3009, 3/F, Guilan Wanda Plaza, Nanhai District, Foshan (0757-6685 3568); 5) Shop 3005, 3/F, Panyu Wanda Plaza, Panyu District (2293 8935) 大渔铁板烧 1) 珠江新城华穗路 263 号至尊汇二楼 ; 2) 越秀区华乐路 34-38 号广怡大厦 2 楼 ; 3) 白云 区万达广场室内步行街 3 层 3008 铺 ; 4) 佛山市南 海区桂澜北路 28 号万达广场三层 3009 铺;5) 番 禺万达广场三层 3005 铺
THAI
Fusion Japan 102B-105, Pearl River City Garden, Huali Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3838 5477) 非常日本 , 天河区珠江新城华利路 25 号珠江都荟 102B-105
Amaze Shop G15-16, Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3839 9938) 泰赏 , 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 8 号兴盛汇
Full House 442 Huifu Donglu, Yuexiu Dis-
Banana Leaf 1) 5/F, World Trade Centre,
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Tiger Prawn Vietnamese Restuarant 1) 548-552 Huifu Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8319 1277); 2) 8/F Guangming Plaza, 63 Xihu Lu, Yuexiu District (8338 1931) 大头虾越式风味 1) 越秀区惠福东路 548-552 号 ; 2) 越秀区西湖路 63 号光明广场 8 楼
OTHER ASIAN Kang Ho-Dong Baekjeong No. 2-2, 3/F, Xingsheng Hui, Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District(3810 4800) 天河区珠江新城兴盛路兴盛汇3楼2-2号 Honey Beam's 27 Huali Lu, Tianhe District 天河区华利路 27 号 (181 0255 3597) My Old Place B1-012C, Grandview Mall, 228 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3855 0866) 天河区天河路 228 号正佳广场 Penang Malaysian Fusion Restaurant Shop
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49-51, 475 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8760 8599) 槟城马来西亚餐厅 , 越秀区环市东路 475 号之三东 都大世界 1 楼 49-51 号 Saba Shop 108-109, 31 Liede Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3802 0572) 天河区珠江新城猎德大道 31 号 108-109 铺 Ya Kun Kaya Toast Shop 523, 5/F, GTLand Winter Mall, 16 Zhujiang Dong Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城珠江东路 16 号高德置地冬商场 5 层 523 (8526 9606)
BAKERY & DESSERT Awfully Chocolate M50, TaiKoo Hui Shopping Mall, 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (www.awfullychocolate.com) 天河区天河路 383 号太古汇 M50 Cheri Patisserie L/1, Kabin Dasha, 379 Shougouling Lu, Tianhe District 天河区瘦狗岭路 379 号卡宾大厦首层 Emmaus Bakery 1 Congyun Lu (opposite Poly Hotel), Baiyun District (3663 5171, emmaus@yeah.net) 麦子烘焙 , 白云区从云路 1 号商铺(保利山庄酒店 的对面) Maison Delice Ice Cream 64 Xiadu Lu, Haizhu District (French/English: 139 2894 2789; Chinese/English: 136 0964 0604) 玛利兹法式冰淇淋,海珠区下渡路 64 号 Mr. Bean 1) Shop 104, Starlight Walk, 352354 Xingang Zhong Lu, Haizhu District (189 2759 4161); 2) B1, Grandview Mall, 228 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (189 2959 0831) 1) 海珠区新港中路 352-354 号环球星光城 104 铺 ; 2) 天河区天河路 228 号正佳广场 B1 Perma Bakery 38 Jianshe Wu Malu, Yuexiu District (8380 7050) 朴门面包工房 , 越秀区建设五马路 38 号 The Mandarin Cake Shop Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou, 389 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3808 8886) 文华饼店 , 天河区天河路 389 号广州文华东方酒店 White Swan Deli 1/F, White Swan Hotel, Guangzhou, No.1, Shamian South Street, Liwan District (8188 6968 ext. 30840) 美食屋,荔湾区沙面南街 1 号白天鹅宾馆 1 楼
CAFES 2 on 988 Café 2/F, Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich, 988 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District (3883 8888 ext. 3304) 全日制餐厅 , 广州大道中 988 号广州圣丰索菲特大 酒店 2 楼 Chois Coffee 1)Yuanjing Lu, Baiyun Distrct (8627 2081); 2)559 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District(8523 8363); 3)27 Huali Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District(3855 9019) 崔逸斯咖啡 1) 白云区远景路 3 社 1 号 ; 2) 天河区天 河北路 559 号首层 ; 3) 天河区珠江新城华利路 27 号 DownTown Shop 102-103, Peace World Apartment, 29 Jianshe Wu Malu, Yuexiu District 啡悦 , 越秀区建设五马路 29 号好世界公寓首层 102-103 号铺 H2O 4/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou,3 Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3813 6688) H2O 池畔吧 , 天河区珠江新城兴安路 3 号广州富力
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Bar 758 Shop 75, Wanke Golden Home, Jinse Jie, No. 16 Guicheng Guiping Xi Lu, Nanhai (0757-8123 1502) 758 吧 , 佛山南海区桂城桂平西路 16 号万科金 色家园金色街区 75 号铺 Test bar XT801-2, No. 8 Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (0757-8203 6922) Test bar, 佛山禅城区岭南天地商业中心协天里 8 号:XT801-2,XT8 The Paddy Field No. 2, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (07578203 1023) 田野 , 佛山禅城区岭南天地协天里 2 号 自由时光 No. 98, Weiguo Lu, Chancheng District, Foshan (across from Big Star Movie Theater) (07578335 9161) 自由时光 , 佛山禅城区卫国路 98 号大明星电影 院对面粤荣大厦如轩砂锅粥旁 威萨斯餐吧 No. 11, Shangye Jie, Chengmentou Xi Lu, Chancheng District, Foshan (0757-8335 3155) 威萨斯餐吧 , 佛山禅城区城门头西路商业街 11 号 Spring Bar & Seafood Lingnan Tiandi East Gate, Chancheng District, Foshan (0757-8230 1448) 春天吧 , 佛山禅城岭南天地东门 芽莊 No. 1, Wenming Li, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (next to No. 9 Garden and German Paulaner Restaurant)(0757-8203 0707) 芽莊 , 佛山禅城区天地路岭南天地文明里 1 号 ( 九号花园、德国柏龙餐厅旁 ) 63 Steak & Burger by Senses B8,Canton Place, Haifeng Lu, Zhujiang Xingcheng,Tianhe District (3831 0351) 63 汉堡 , 珠江新城海风路 1-48 号广粤天地 B8 铺
Golden Mango No.361, Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8359 7564) 金芒果 , 环市东路
People’s Café Shop 106-107,8 Xingsheng Lu,Tianhe District (3805 1538) People’s, 兴盛路 8 号 106-107 铺
Grapevine Pub 101A, 1/F, Building 2, GT Land, Huacheng Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (132 5077 7997) 蔓吧 , 珠江新城花城大道 86 号高德汇 2 座一 楼 101A
Prince 3 Tai Gu Cang, 124 Gexin Lu, Haizhu District (3441 1250) 王子吧 , 太古仓码头
Happy Monk 1) Back of Yi’an Plaza,Jianshe Wu Ma lu, Yuexiu District (8376 5597); 2)No.109,7 Xingsheng Lu,Zhujiang Xincheng,Tianhe District (3877 8679) Happy Monk, 1) 建设五马路 29 号好世界公 寓 1 层 107 铺 ; 2) 珠江新城兴盛路 7 号 109 铺 Hill Bar Baiyun Hotel, No. 367 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (near World Trade Center) (8359 0206) 小山吧 , 环市东路 367 号白云宾馆小山景区内 ( 近世贸大厦 ) Hugo 1920 C03, Party Pier, Yuejiang Zhong Lu, Haizhu District (8977 9671) Hugo 1920, 琶醍酒吧街 La Marian Shop G20, 10 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xingcheng, Tianhe District (3888 0805) La Marian, 珠江新城兴盛路 11-17 号兴盛汇 G20 铺 La Villa Rouge Zhujiang Xilu,Zhujiang Xingcheng, Tianhe District (3832 5333) 红香室酒吧 , 珠江西路 ( 广州友谊国际金融中 心对面 ) LAB loft Shop 103-104, No.7, Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3703 3012) Lab, 珠江新城兴盛路 7 号 103-104 室 L-art Shop 105, 27 Huali Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3726 8565) L-art, 珠江新城华利路 27 号 105 号铺
Above 5/F, B District, Zhujiang Party Pier Beer Culture and Art Zone, Yuejiang Xi Lu, Haizhu District (8415 8525) Above, 阅江西路琶醍啤酒创意园 B 区 5 楼
Le Saint Tropez 1 Jianshe Liu Malu,Yuexiu District (8388 0441) 紫色法国 , 建设六马路 1 号前栋 8-10 号
Arbat G6, Xingsheng Hui,17 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng,Tianhe District (3847 9186) Arbat, 兴盛路 17 号兴盛汇 G6 铺
Loveit Shop 103, Zhujiang Commercial Shopping Plaza No. 28 Liede Dadao (2622 0122) 爱意 , 猎德大道 28 号珠江道商业广场 103 号 铺
Aroma Café Binjiang Dong Lu 萝漫咖啡,滨江东路 Bottle Shop Shop 102, No. 33-35 Huanshi Xi Lu, Yuexiu District (8124 5341) Bottle Shop, 环市西路 33-5 号 102 铺
Mika Café No. 149 Beijing Lu, Yuexiu District (left of Grand Continental Service lobby) (8339 0611) 迷卡西餐酒廊,北京路 149 号 ( 锦源国际公馆 大堂左侧 )
Sleeping Wood 136 1/F Yanjiang Dasha, No. 195 Yanjiang Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District (near the wharf) (8318 1198) 枕木 136, 沿江中路 195 号沿江大厦 1 楼 ( 近 天字码头 ) St.Maxime Shop G19,No.1117,Xingsheng Lu,Zhujiang Xincheng,Tianhe District (3810 9300) 紫色法国 , 猎德兴盛路 11-17 号兴盛汇 G19 号铺 SunsTai Gu Cang, 124 Gexin Lu, Haizhu District Suns, 太古仓码头 The Clock A23, Zhujiang Party Pier Beer Culture & Art Zone, Modiesha Tunnel, Yuejiang Xi Lu, Haizhu District (3448 7877) 时光吧 , 阅江西路磨碟沙隧道珠江琶醍啤酒文 化创意艺术区 A 区 The Covent Garden G/F, Wells International Apartment,2 Huaqiang Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3806 5757) 高芬园 , 珠江新城华强路 2 号富力盈丰大厦 122 号铺 The Houston Seafood Bistro B09, Party Pier, Yuejiang Zhong Lu, Haizhu District (8188 3688) 侯斯顿海鲜主题餐吧 , 琶醍酒吧街
Zapataz Shop A21, Zhujiang Party Pier Beer Culture and Art Zone, No. 118 Modiesha Dajie, Yuejiang Xi Lu, Haizhu District (8977 9596) Zapataz, 阅江西路磨碟沙大街 118 号琶醍啤 酒文化创意园 A 区 A21 Harbour City 1/F, South Gate, 418 Yanjiang Dong Lu, YueXiu District 海港城,白云街沿江东路418号 XXX Bar 1/F, Green Tree Inn, No. 138 Gangbei Lu, Baiyun District (3619 3393) 小行星酒吧 , 岗贝路 138 号格林豪泰酒店一楼 Spring Bar & Seafood 11-12A, Building 9, Hunter Lane, Liede Bridge, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (2890 6060) 春天吧 , 珠江新城猎德大桥侧猎人坊 9 栋 1112A 室 麻花大院 Shop 101, No. 30 Liede Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3824 5100) 麻花大院,珠江新城猎德大道 30 号 101 号铺 简爱餐吧 No. 25 Liu Yun San Jie, Tianhe Nan Yi Lu, Tianhe District (3893 9011) 简爱餐吧 , 天河南一路六运三街 25 号
The Queen’s Pier No.3, 8# Building, 124, Ge Xin Lu, Haizhu District (8955 9510) 皇后码头 , 太古仓码头 The Sands 4 Tai Gu Cang, 124 Gexin Lu, Haizhu District (130 7678 8203) 金莎 , 太古仓码头 The Tavern Sports Bar 1) Poly 108,6 Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8550 3038);2) On The right side of the Huanan Country Garden,Yingbin Lu,Panyu District (3482 4882) 致盛,1)天河区珠江新城华就路 6 号保利 108 公馆;2)番禺区迎宾路华南碧桂园西门 右侧 ( 中国工商银行旁 )
Mr Pilot Shop 123, East Gate, Poly Xinyu Garden, No. 31 Xing’guo Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (3726 6913) 飞行先生 , 珠江新城兴国路 31 号 123 铺保利 心语花园东门旁
Café Safari 003-007B, Worldmart, No. 2 Fuhua Xi Lu, Shiqiao Jie, Panyu District (3480 4003) 萨菲 , 市桥街富华西路 2 号钻汇中心 B 区 003007 铺
New Club Oyster Shop 106, No. 2 Huaqiang Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3831 5581) New Club. 蚝 , 珠江新城华强路 2 号 106 商铺
V 5 No.8,Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3805 1198) V 5,兴盛路 8 号
Okay Look No.16, Yian Lu, Haizhu District (8922 0480) Okay Look, 怡安路
Vietnamese Cuisine & Bar NO.10, Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (2810 1527) 善越源,天河区兴盛路 10 号
One More C14, B1/F, 833 - 835, Renmin Bei Lu, Yuexiu District (8107 1953) 柏拉图餐厅 , 人民北路 833-835 号越富广场 B1 楼 C14 号铺
Vincent G11, 11 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3839 9949) Vincent,珠江新城兴盛路兴盛汇 G11 号铺
China Hotel, a Marriott Hotel 17/F, No.122, Liuhua Lu (8666 6888) 中国大酒店 , 流花路 122 号中国大酒店 17 楼 ( 近 越秀公园 )
WS Club Shop 107-108, No.9 Xingsheng Lu,Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3802 0826) WS CLUB, 兴盛路 9 号 107-108
The Paddy Field 2/F, Guangyi Dasha, No. 38 Huale Lu, Tianhe District (8360 1379) 田野西餐厅 , 华乐路 38 号广怡大厦 2 楼
Brussels Belgian Beer Café 133B, No.354, Xingang Zhong Lu, Haizhu District (8412 3032) 比利时餐厅 , 新港东路
Chance Bar C 1/F, Party Pier, Yuejiang Zhong Lu, Haizhu District (133 3281 4888) Chance, 琶醍酒吧街
Visun Shop 131, Section 3, GTLand, Xing’guo Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3828 3808) 悦心,珠江新城兴国路高德汇 3 座 131
The Westin Hotel, Guangzhou Linhe Zhong Lu, Tianhe District (2886 68688) 海航威斯汀酒店,天河区林和中路
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Eat.Play.Love., 8.30pm; HKD680. The China Club (www.ticketflap.com) Emmanuel Ceysson, the principal harp of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in New York and the world champion at the 2004 USA International Harp Competition, will be in town this July. Ceysson’s enthusiasm and boundless energy will give you an unforgettable experience. Come and join an evening of beautiful music with food and drinks.
July 12 TUE
St. Joseph’s College Green & White Concert, 2pm/7.30pm; HKD100-250. Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts - The Hong Kong Jockey Club Amphitheatre (hkticketing.com) Established in 1875, St. Joseph’s College is not only a school of academic distinction, but also a school that emphasizes on its students’ holistic development, including aesthetic qualities and music education. Therefore, St. Joseph’s College gathers all its musicians to showcase their musical talents in an annual event, the Green and White Concert.
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come back with Made last year. The album’s hits swept all major music charts, setting the stage for Bigbang’s second world tour.
July 28 THU
Tegan and Sara Live in Hong Kong, 8pm; HKD588. Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre - Rotunda 3 (hkticketing.com) Twin sisters born in Calgary, Alberta, and now residing in Vancouver, BC, Tegan and Sara’s career numbers are impressive – over a million albums sold, seven Gold certifications, one Double Platinum certification, three Juno Awards, two Polaris Prize nominations and a Grammy nomination. Come and see them perform live in Hong Kong on July 28.
July 30-31 SAT-SUN
Let It Be, 8pm at Friday and Saturday; 10.30am/3.30pm at Sunday; HKD288688. AsiaWorld-Expo, Runway 11 (hkticketing.com) Straight from London’s West End and Broadway, the international hit show made its North American debut with a eight-week tour throughout Canada and the US during spring of 2015. Let it Be has been seen by over tw0 million people worldwide and is now starting its 2016 tour. Relive the past from Ed Sullivan to Abbey Road, with favourite hits including ‘Hard Day’s Night,’ ‘Day Tripper,’ ‘Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,’ ‘Twist and Shout,’ ‘Get Back,’ ‘I Wanna Hold Your Hand,’ ‘Strawberry Fields and more.’
Lady 7 Café 2/F, Tianhe Dong Lu, Tianhe District (3868 2008) 天河区天河东路 75 号 2 楼 Laihui Coffee 1/F, 84 Tianhe Nan Yi Lu, Tianhe District (2984 7242) 来回咖啡 , 天河区天河南一路 84 号首层 Lobby Lounge 2/F, White Swan Hotel, Guangzhou, No.1, Shamian South Street, Liwan District (8188 6968 ext. 30818) 月兔吧,荔湾区沙面南街 1 号白天鹅宾馆 2 楼 Mar-Tea-Ni Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich Lobby, 988 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District (3883 8888 ext. 3301) 马天尼 , 天河区广州大道中 988 号广州圣丰索菲特 大酒店大堂 菡路 28 号珠江新岸公寓首层
People's Café (open 24 hours) 1) 1/F, 35 Jianshe Wu Malu, Yuexiu District (8376 6677); 2) Shop 106-107, 8 Xingsheng Lu, Tianhe District (3805 1528) 1) 越秀区建设五马 路35号大院一楼; 2) 天河区兴盛路8号106-107铺;
Chaly’s Daily Shop 28, The Canton Place, Haifeng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3862 1305) 茶里 , 天河区珠江新城广粤天地 28 号 Din Tai Fung Shop 35, M/F, Taikoo Hui, 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3808 8181) 天河区天河区天河路 383 号太古汇 M 层 35 铺 Food Street 1/F, China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel, 122 Liuhua Lu, Yuexiu District (8666 6888 ext. 3156) 食街 , 越秀区流花路 122 号中国大酒店1楼 Four Seasons 1/F, China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel, 122 Liuhua Lu, Yuexiu District (8666 6888 ext. 3123) 四季 , 越秀区流花路 122 号中国大酒店1楼 Lai Heen 3/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou, 3 Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3813 6688) 丽轩中餐厅 , 天河区珠江新城兴安路 3 号广州富力 丽思卡尔顿酒店 3 楼 Lai Wan Market 2/F, The Garden Hotel Guangzhou, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8333 8989 ext.3922) 荔湾亭 , 越秀区环市东路 368 号花园酒店 2 楼 Lao Yang Dumplings Unit 14, Street Two, Huanan Country Garden Main Gate, Panyu District (180 0222 9433) 番禺区番禺大道华南碧桂园正门右侧商业 2 街 14 铺 Le Chinois 6/F, Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich, 988 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District (3883 8888 ext. 3342) 南粤宫, 天河区广州 大道中988号广州圣丰索菲特大酒店6楼 Nan’s Kitchen Shop 1-6, 2/F, Xingsheng Hui, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3839 6878) 天河区珠江新城兴盛汇 2 楼 1-6 铺 Hoi Fan 1) Shop 16, The Canton Place, Haifeng Road, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District; 2) Shop 26, The Canton Place, Haifeng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3862 1433); 3) 3F, Fall, G.T Land Plaza, 11-13 Zhujiang Dong Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3869 2704); 4) 3F, Onelink Walk Shopping Mall, 230-232 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3899 2206); 5) 2F, Central Plaza (South Tower), 18 Jianshe Da MaLu, Huanshi Dong Lu, YueXiu District (8302 2281) 开饭 , 1) 天河区珠江新城广粤天地 16 号 ; 2) 天河区 珠江新城广粤天地 26 号 ; 3) 天河区珠江新城珠江 东路 11-13 号 ; 4) 天河区天河路 230 号- 232 号 高德置地[秋]商场 3 楼 ; 5) 越秀区环市东建设大 马路 18 号保利中环广场南塔 2 楼
Anison Dream Stage, 7.30pm; HKD5801180. Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre - Rotunda 3 (hkticketing.com) Anison Dream Stage, the world’s biggest anime song festival, is held in Hong Kong every year — typically, just once a year. But this time you are in luck. Anison Dream Stage will be a two-day concert with nine Japanese performers bringing you nearly three hours of non stop anime hits on July 30 and July 31.
Pacific Coffee 1) Shop A, South Gate, 1/F, Tee Mall, 208 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (8558 8263); 2) Shop MU06, TaiKoo Hui Shopping Mall, 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3868 2026, 3868 2030); 3) Shop A15 (Lobby), G/F, 191 Tiyu Xi Lu, Tianhe District; 4) Shop 103, G/F, Westmin Plaza, 48 Zhongshan Qi Lu, Liwan District (8132 9797); 5) Shop 103, East Hope Bldg, 515 Dongfeng Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District (8132 9797) 太平洋咖啡 1) 天河区天河路 208 号天河城购物中 心第一层南门廊 A 号商铺 ; 2) 天河区天河路 383 号 太古汇商场 MU06 号铺 ; 3) 天河区体育西路 191 号 一层自编号 A15 单元 ( 写字楼大堂内 ); 4) 荔湾区中 山七路 48 号西门口广场 1 楼 103 铺 ( 近地铁西门 口站 D 出口 ); 5) 越秀区东风中路 515 号东照大厦 103 铺
JULY 22 – AUGUST 21
Teddy Coffee Shop Shop D2, South end of Mall of the World, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8888 8565) 天河区珠江新城花城汇南区 3001 商铺 D2
Peach Blossom Chinese Restaurant 3/F, The Garden Hotel,Guangzhou, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8333 8989 ext. 3316) 桃园馆中餐厅, 越秀区环市东路368号花 园酒店3楼
The Coffee Club 1) B101, Southern District, Central Plaza, 18 Jianshe Da Malu, Yuexiu District (8302 2508, www.coffeeclub.com); 2) G113-G114, 8 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District; 3) Shop 1013, Diwang Plaza, Jiaochang Xi Lu, Yuexiu District 1) 越秀区建设大马路 18 号保利中环广场南区 B101 铺 ; 2) 天河区兴盛路 8 号 113-114 号铺 ( 近保利心 语花园 ); 3)越秀区较场西路 26 号地王广场 1013 号铺
Wuu’s Hong Kong Cuisine Shop 103-107, B1/F, 75 Tianhe Dong Lu, Tianhe District (8757 0062) 吴係茶餐厅 , 天河区天河东路 75 号 B1 楼 103-107
July 22-24 FRI-SUN
Bigbang’s Made Tour, 8pm at Friday and Saturday; 7pm at Sunday; HKD6881,688. AsiaWorld-Expo - Arena (hkticketing.com) One of the most anticipated events of 2016. The famous Korean pop group has been receiving renewed attention since their invincible
Kafelaku Coffee 1) Shop 1516, 1/F, China Plaza, 33 Zhongshan San Lu, Yuexiu District (8373 8221); 2) Haiyue Lu, Tianhe District (3827 9021); 3) 1/F, Guangwu Hotel, No. 101, 603 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (8754 4117); 4) Fortune Plaza, 116 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District (3881 1325) 猫屎咖啡 1) 中山三 路33号中华广场1楼西门1516铺; 2) 天河区海月路 ( 近海风路楼; 3) 天河路603号之101号广武酒店1楼 4) 体育东路116号财富广场
Naughty Bean Shop B1, B/F, South Zone, Mall of the World, 89 Huacheng Dadao, Tianhe District (3831 5355) 天河区花城大道 89 号花城汇南区负一层 B1 号
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Henry’s Coffee and Bakery Shop 101, 80 Huacheng Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3893 9367) 天河区珠江新城花城大道 80 号 101 铺
Assembling, 6.30pm; free. Sin Sin Fine Art, Central (sinsinfineart.com) This summer, Sin Sin Fine Art proudly presents a refreshing group exhibition entitled Assembling, co-curated by Bronwen Shelwell and Sin Sin Man to bring together five artists with different cultural backgrounds, all based in Shenzhen, China. The content of Assembling includes ceramic, glass, installation, multimedia and painting and dance. Each artist has their own perspective while sharing the same thread of chance that brought them together.
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Jade River 3/F, White Swan Hotel, Guangzhou, No.1, Shamian South Street, Liwan District (8188 6968 ext. 30818) 玉堂春暖,荔湾区沙面南街 1 号白天鹅宾馆 3 楼
Yan Yu 4/F, W Guangzhou, 26 Xiancun Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (6680 7828) 宴遇中餐厅, 天河区珠江新城冼村路26号 广州w酒店
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Flavors of China 3/F, White Swan Hotel, Guangzhou, No.1, Shamian South Street, Liwan District (8188 6968 ext. 30818) 风味餐厅,荔湾区沙面南街 1 号白天鹅宾馆 3 楼
CANTONESE Bing Sheng Restaurant 1) 33 Dongxiao Lu, Haizhu District (3428 6910); 2) 168 Tianhe Dong Lu, Tianhe District (8751 8683); 3) 1-4/F, Wufeng Hotel, 438 Jiangnan Dadao Nan, Haizhu District (8447 2844) 炳胜 1) 海珠区东晓路 33 号 ; 2) 天河区天河东路 168 号 ; 3) 海珠区江南大道南 438 号五凤酒店 1-4 楼
Arcade No. 3, Taigucang Warf, 124 Gexin Lu, Haizhu District (2810 1581) 三和仓 食酒屋 , 海珠区革新路 124 号太古仓 3 号 西门
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Foods 1/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou, 3 Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3813 6688) 天河区珠江新城兴安路3号 广州富力 丽思卡尔顿酒店1楼
Poly Champagne Garden, 32 Huali Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8350 1667) 天河区珠江新城华利路 32 号 , 保利香槟花园首层
Grandma’s Home L6, Happy Valley, 36 Machang Lu, Tianhe District (3832 6510) 天河区马场路 36 号太阳新天地 6 楼
Ricci Creative Eats Shop 015B, G/F, Popark Mall, No.63 Linhe Zhong Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, China (Across the street from IKEA) (3809 6330) 天河区林和中路 63 号东方宝泰购物广场首层(宜 家家居对面)
River Café 1/F, White Swan Hotel, Guangzhou, No.1, Shamian South Street, Liwan District (8188 6968 ext. 30818) 流浮阁,荔湾区沙面南街 1 号白天鹅宾馆 1 楼 Rooster King 110 Xingsheng Lu, Tianhe District 天河区兴盛路110号
MIDDLE EASTERN SYRIAN Orient Palace G/F, 875 Renmin Bei Lu (beside Guangdong Art Institute), Yuexiu District (8136 2438, 8136 2439) 芳廷餐厅, 越 秀区人民北路875号首层(广东画院侧) Saraya Gastro Lounge Shop 119, 8 Xingsheng Lu, Tianhe District (3805 1282) 天河区兴盛路8号119铺 Shami House 2/F, Zhao Qing Da Sha, 304 Huanshi Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District (8355 3012 / 8355 3091) 莎米屋 , 越秀区环市中路 304 号肇庆大厦 2 楼
Turkish Bosphorus Restaurant 1) Shop 9, Zhaoqing Bldg, 304 Huanshi Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District (8356 3578, 8356 3753) 2) 1 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8376 7644) 铂斯土耳其餐厅 1) 越秀区环市中路 304 号肇庆大 厦 9 号铺 ; 2) 越秀区建设六马路 1 号 2 楼 Sultan Restaurant Turkish BBQ 1) 1-3/F, 367 Huanshi Dong Lu, between Baiyun Hotel and Friendship Store, Yuexiu District (8349 4170, 8349 4171); 2) Shop 102 & 114, Zhonghai Jinghui Huating, 31 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, TianHe District(3801 5002) 1)苏坦土耳其烧烤餐厅, 越秀区环市东路367号1-3 楼 ( 白云宾馆与友谊商店夹位处 ); 2) 广州市天河区 珠江新城兴盛路 31 号中海璟晖华庭二期商铺 102 & 114
WESTERN AMERICAN Element Fresh 1) Shop L302, TaiKoo Hui, 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3808 8506); 2) G/F, 42 Qingfeng Jie, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3828 8482) 新元素, 1) 天河区天河路383号太古汇广场L302店; 2) 天河区珠江新城清风街42号首层 13 Factories 7 Tianhe Bei Jie, Tiyu Xi Lu (southwest corner of Chengjian Tower, near Tianhe Dasha North Gate), Tianhe District (3884 9230) 十三行 , 天河区体育西路天河北街 7 号(城建大厦 西南角 , 天河大厦北门) 63 Burger & Booze 12,13 Bravo Plaza, 1 JinSui Road. Zhu Jiang New Town. Tianhe District. Guangzhou (3888 5086) 珠江新城金穗路 1 号邦华环球广场 12.13 铺 Cajun House 1)2 Jianshe Wu Malu, Yuexiu District (8383 3380, cajunhouse.org); 2)Shop 106, Zhonghai Jinghui Huating, 31 Liede Dadao, Tianhe District (8777 7377) 1)越秀区建设五马路 2 号卡真屋;2)天河区猎德 大道 31 号中海璟晖华庭 106 铺 Chicken Express 1) 11 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8376 5379); 2)109-2 Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8376 5379) 1) 快快基 , 越秀区建设六马路 11 号 ; 2) 天河区珠江 新城华就路 2 号 109 之二 Gail’s Place American Cuisine & Bar
The Brew Sports Bar & Grill 1) Unit 9-11, Huanan Country Garden, Panyu Dadao (across the road from Chimelong Theme Park), Panyu District (3482 0401); 2) West Section, Bao Lin Yuan, Huaxun Jie, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3408 9549); 3) Shop 11-13, Yuhai Food Street, 1 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8382 8299) 1) 番禺区番禺大道华南碧桂园碧华商业 2 街 9-11 号 ; 2) 天河区珠江新城华讯街保林苑西区加拿大布 鲁咖啡馆 , 近发展中心 ; 3) 越秀区建设六马路誉海 食街 11-13 号铺
british The Tavern Sports Bar Traditional English style bar that fosters a cosy intimate atmosphere. Both Taverns offer an extensive menu of Western favorites and different theme nights throughout the whole week. 1) Poly 108, 6 Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8550 3038); 2) On the right side of the Huanan Country Garden, Yingbin Lu, Panyu District (3482 4882, www.tavernchina. com) 致盛 1) 天河区珠江新城华就路 6 号保利 108 公馆 ; 2) 番禺区迎宾路华南碧桂园大门右侧
FRENCH Chez Max G/F, Central Plaza, 38 Huale Street, Yuexiu District (8360 2157) 越秀区华乐路 38 号广怡大厦一层拐角处 The Connoisseur 3/F, The Garden Hotel, Guangzhou, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8333 8989 ext.3964) 名仕阁 , 越秀区环市东路 368 号花园酒店 3 楼 Jardin d’Olive No. 101, 48 Tiyu Xi Lu, Tianhe District (8750 6440) 橄榄园 , 天河区体育西路 48 号 101 La Marina Shop G20, 10 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3888 0805) 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 10 号兴盛汇 G20 铺 ( 近保 利心语花园 ) Le Grill 6/F, Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich, 988 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District (3883 8888 ext. 3344) 香榭丽舍扒房,天河区广州大道中 988 号广州圣丰 索菲特大酒店 6 楼 Les Trois Gros Bistro 5 Xincheng Jie, Tianhe Dong Lu, Tianhe District (3881 5507) 三人行 , 天河区天河东路信诚南街 5 号 Sainte Maxime Shop G19, 11-17 Xingguo Lu, Liede, Tianhe District (3810 9300) 天河区猎德兴国路 11-17 兴盛汇 G19 号铺
GERMAN 1920 Restaurant 1) 4/F, 1 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District; 2) Shops 67, 69, 72 & 76, The Canton Place, Qingfeng Jie, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8388 1142) 1920 咖啡厅 1) 建设六马路一号前幢 4 楼 ; 2) 天河 区珠江新城清风街 48 号广粤天地 67, 69, 72, 76 号铺 Munich 1820 Shop 102, 7 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3703 3309) 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 7 号 102 铺 Paulaner Bräuhaus L307, 3/F, TaiKoo Hui, 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (2808 6333) 宝莱纳 , 天河区天河路 383 号太古汇广场 L307 Pearl River 2/F, Da Mi Cang, Zone A, Party Pier Beer Cultural & Creative Art Zone,
Yuejiang Xi Lu, Haizhu District (8413 2692) 德国主题餐厅 , 海珠区阅江西路珠江琶醍啤酒创意 艺术区 A 区大米仓二楼 Wunderbar Bavarian Bar & Restaurant G/F, Xiang Long Garden, 175-181 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (8755 5564) 运达餐吧 , 天河区天河北路 175-181 号祥龙花园首 层(市长大厦西面)
ITALIAN An-tico Shop L 304, 3/F, TaiKoo Hui, 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (8550 9028) 天河区天河路 383 号太古汇商场裙楼第三层 L304 号 Bocca Kitchen + Bar Shop 110, Bldg T25, The Canton Place, Haifeng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8759 1558) 天河区珠江新城海风路凯旋新世界 T25 栋 110 铺 Buongiorno 1) 3/F, Yi An Plaza, 33 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8363 3587); 2) A7, Xinshijie Haoyuan Diyi Ju, 168 Dongcheng Nan Lu, Dongguan (0769 2339 6499) 邦奴意大利餐厅 1) 越秀区建设六马路宜安广场 3 楼 ; 2) 东莞市东城南路 168 号新世界豪圆第一居 A7 号
girestaurant.com 卡布里西餐厅 1) 天河区体育东路 1 号 ( 近黄埔大道 ); 2) 天河区珠江新城海风街广粤天地 106 ; 3) 越秀区 建设四马路天伦花园首层
LATIN AMERICAN Latin Grillhouse 1) 3/F, Wing Kin Square, 29-31 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8331 9118); 2) 4/F, Grandview Plaza, 228 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3833 0052) 拉丁餐厅 1) 越秀区建设六马路 29-31 号荣建大厦 3 楼 ; 2) 天河区天河路 228 号正佳广场 4 楼 Tristan’s Texmex Restaurant and Bar Unit 101, 25 Liuyun Yi Jie, Tianhe Nan Lu, Tianhe District (139 2608 0256) 天河区天河南路六运一街 25 号 101 ( 地铁体育西路 B 或 H 出口 )
PIZZA Mill House Pizza A151, 186 Dishifu Lu, Liwan District (8890 1090) 荔湾区第十甫路 186 号 A151 铺
Osteria il Matto Shop 22, G/F, Building 1, Poly Champagne Garden, Huali Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3804 9719) 天河区珠江新城华利路保利香槟花园一栋首层 22 号
Oggi Pizzeria 1) Shop 119, 8 Xingsheng Lu, Tianhe District (3805 1282); 4) 1 Tianlun Garden, Jianshe 4 Lu,Yuexiu District (8356 1196) www.oggirestaurant.com 卡布里西餐厅 1) 天河区兴盛路 8 号 119 铺 ; 2) 越秀 区建设四马路天伦花园首层
The Italian Restaurant 3/F, East Tower, Zhujiang Bldg, 360 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8386 3840, www.xiaojiefengqing. com) 小街风情 , 越秀区环市东路 360 号珠江大厦东座 3 楼
Summer House Directly behind the Marriage House, Xietian Li, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (133 9223 6374, www.summerhouse.com.cn) 佛山市禅城区岭南天地协天里(嫁娶屋正后面)
Limoni 3/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou, 3 Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3813 6688) 意轩 , 天河区珠江新城兴安路 3 号广州富力丽思卡 尔顿酒店 3 楼 Oggi Trattoria & Pizzeria 1) 1 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District (8751 5882); 2) Shop 106, The Canton Place, Haifeng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3862 0240); 3) 1 Tianlun Garden, Jianshe 4 Lu,Yuexiu District (8356 1196) www.og-
Tomatoes Pizzeria G5, 11 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3839 9523) 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 11 号兴盛汇 G5
RUSSIAN Arbat Restaurant G6, Xingsheng Hui, 17 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe
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that produces non-verbal performances using mimes and other expressive tools. As its pilot project, Chook & Gek, a clowning and theatrical performance utilizing puppetry, has been praised throughout Europe. Based on a classic story by Russian writer Arkady Gaidar, it is about a lost postman’s adventure in Russia’s wild north.
JULY 28 THU Carnival of the Animals, 3pm/7.30pm; MOP100/140/180. Macao Cultural Centre (www.macauticket.com) From juggling zebras to skipping kangaroos, Carnival of the Animals has carried audiences away with its whimsical performances. An acrobatic escapade and visual adventure enhanced by sumptuous video animation, this circus theater promises little ones and grownups bursts of laughter as a pack of wild ‘animals’ tumbles, flies, leaps and spins. Don’t miss this top-notch acrobatic show!
JULY 22-AUGUST 7 FRI-SUN
19th Anniversary Concert of Macao Youth Symphony Orchestra, 8pm; MOP100/150. Macao Cultural Centre (www.macauticket.com) Founded in 1997, the Macao Youth Symphony Orchestra strives to provide musical training and performing opportunities for the local youth, as well as hosting a forum for musical exchange. The orchestra works to improve the standard of the students’ music appreciation and has given more than 300 performances since its inception. This July, join in celebrating the 19th anniversary of the Macao Youth Symphony Orchestra.
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District (3847 9186) 天河区珠江新城兴盛路兴盛汇 17 号 G6 铺
岭南天地 WM28
Katusha 1/F, Binghua Hotel, 2 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (8729 9083) 天河区天河北路 2 号冰花酒店首层
Oakroom Restaurant & Bar 16/F, Oakwood Premier Guangzhou, 28 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District (3883 2828, 3883 3883 ext. 6704) 天河区体育东路 28 号广州方圆奥克伍德豪景 16 楼
Salad Sexy Salad SEXY LIFE SALAD ON No. B113, -1/F, IFC, 5 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District (8520 8535) 好色派沙拉, 天河区珠江西路5号广州国际金融中心 负一层国金天地B113铺
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Pétrus Grill Room 3/F, Lobby 1, Chimelong Hotel, Panyu Dadao, Panyu District (8478 6838) 帕图斯扒房 , 番禺区番禺大道长隆酒店 1 号大堂 3 层 Prime 4/F, China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel, 122 Liuhua Lu, Yuexiu District (8666 6888 ext. 3468) 扒房 , 越秀区流花路 122 号中国大酒店 4 楼 Rebel Rebel 42 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District (8520 1579, www.rebelrebelgz.com) 天河区体育东路 42 号
Mezomd Cafe Shop 112-116, Canton Place, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3831 6227) 曼索蒂 , 天河区珠江新城广粤天地 112-116 号铺
Shameen 1618 16-18 Shamian Nan Lu, Shamian Island, Liwan District (8121 1618) 荔湾区沙面岛沙面南路 16-18 号
Solo Tapas Shop 105, 1/F, North Tower, Huale Bldg, 57 Huale Lu, Yuexiu District (8784 7850) 越秀区华乐路 57 号华乐大厦北塔一楼 105 铺
Silk Road Grill 1/F, White Swan Hotel, Guangzhou, No.1, Shamian South Street, Liwan District (8188 6968 ext. 30818) 丝绸之路西餐厅,荔湾区沙面南街 1 号白天鹅宾馆 1 楼
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Social & Co. Shop 112-113, 6 Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3804 9243, www.socialandco.com) 天河区珠江新城华就路 6 号 112-113 铺
Alfresco Langham Place, Guangzhou, 638 Xingang Dong Lu, Haizhu District (8916 3388) 海珠区新港东路 638 号 广州南丰朗豪酒店 Bondi Bar and Restaurant No. 3, 3/F, Xingsheng Plaza, 11 Xingsheng Lu (next to Chinese Hotpot and above Pandan), Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3809 8064) 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 11 号兴盛汇 3 层 3 铺 The Carousel 30/F, The Garden Hotel, Guangzhou, Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8333 8989 ext. 3996) 凌璇阁 , 越秀区环市东路花园酒店 30 层 The Cascade Cafe 1/F, The Garden Hotel, Guangzhou, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8333 8989 ext.3909) 观瀑廊咖啡厅, 越 秀区环市东路368号花园酒店1楼
Shrek the Musical, 1pm/2pm/6pm/8pm; MOP180-780. The Venetian Theatre (www.venetianmacao.com) If you or your kids are fans of DreamWorks’ animated film Shrek, you definitely don’t want to miss its musical adaptation, which was brought to life by DreamWorks and Neal Street Production. After debuting in Broadway in 2008, Shrek the Musical has been staged in theaters worldwide. Come enjoy a hilarious and heart-warming story where a green ogre finds happiness with a little help from his talking donkey and Princess Fiona.
JULY 23-24 SAT-SUN
The Flower Ripple Wedding Exhibition of Macao Fashion Wedding Gowns and Flowers, 10am8pm; free. Macao Fashion Gallery, 47 Rua de S. Roque (www.macaofashiongallery.com) The market for tailor-made wedding gowns has grown substantially in Macau in recent years, inciting a surge of wedding dress designs. This month, the Macao Fashion Gallery will invite four outstanding, local designers to display two of their finest, handmade works – some classically gorgeous, others fashionably adorned – all highlighting the perfect female figures. To better demonstrate the beauty of these dresses, the exhibition will also feature the work of florists who designed floral accessories for each dress.
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Chook & Gek Mime Comedy, 3pm/7.30pm; MOP180. Small Auditorium, Macao Cultural Centre (www.macauticket.com) Founded in 2012 in Saint Petersburg, Melting Point is a boutique theatre
Living Dinosaurs, 10am-6pm; MOP2580. Macau Science Center (www.msc. org.mo) This is the first dinosaur-themed exhibition organized by the Macao Science Centre and examines a species that dominated the Earth for over 160 million years. Featuring 14 mechanical replica dinosaurs, multimedia interactive games and an Imax show Dinosaurs at Dusk, the exhibition allows visitors to enter the fascinating world of this prehistoric species.
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Catch 100/F Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou, 5 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8883 3888) 佰汇鲜 , 天河区珠江新城珠江西路 5 号广州四季酒 店 100 楼 The Eating Table No. 401, 4/F, GTLand Winter Mall, Zhujiang Dong Lu, Zjujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8398 0502) 天河区珠江新城珠江东路高德置地东商场店 4 层 401 室 Ebony 4/F, Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou, 389 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3808 8884) 天河区天河路 389 号广州文华东方酒店 4 楼 G Restaurant 22/F, Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, 12 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8550 8025/8026) 天河区珠江新城珠江西路 12 号富力君悦大酒店 22 楼 Happy Monk 1) Back of Yi’an Plaza, Jianshe Wu Malu, Yuexiu District (8376 5597) ; 2) No. 109, 7Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3877 8679); 3) Outdoor Plaza, Happy Valley Mall, 36 Machang Lu, Tianhe District (3832 5317) 1) 越秀区建设五马路宜安广场后门 ; 2) 天河区珠江 新城兴盛路 7 号 109 号铺 ; 3) 天河区珠江新城马场 路 36 号太阳新天地户外广场 Hooley’s Irish Pub and Restaurant 1) 101, 8 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3886 2675); 2) 102, Unit 22, Creative Park, Jihua Si Lu, Chancheng District, Foshan (0757-8226 4606); 3) Section 2, Yijia Yuan, 7 Xingzhongdao, Zhongshan 爱尔兰西餐酒吧 1) 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 8 号 101; 2) 佛山市禅城区季华四路创意产业园 22 栋 102; 3) 中山市兴中道 7 号颐嘉苑 2 卡 The Kitchen Table 2/F, W Guangzhou, 26 Xiancun Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (6680 7816) 标帜餐厅 , 天河区珠江新城冼村路 26 号广州 W 酒 店 No. 9 Garden 1) 9 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8376 6197); 2) WM28, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (07578335 6510, www.no9garden)com 9 号花园 1) 越秀区建设六马路 9 号 ; 2) 佛山禅城区
Summer House Directly behind the Marriage House, Xietian Li, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (133 9223 6374, www.summerhouse.com.cn) 佛山市禅城区岭南天地协天里(嫁娶屋正后面) Three Drops Kitchen & Bar 10 Xietianli, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan 佛山市禅城区岭南天地协天里 10 号 (0757 8203 1400) Urban Pot No. 27, Zone A, Zhujiang Party Pier and Art Culture District, 118 Modiesha Dajie, Haizhu District (8413 2879) 海珠区磨碟沙 118 号珠江琶醍啤酒文化创意园 A 区 27 号铺 Wilber’s 62 Zhusigang Er Malu, Yuexiu District (3761 1101, www.wilber.com.cn) 越秀区竹丝岗二马路 62 号 Zacup North gate of Weijiasi Furniture Market (next to Mall of the World), Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3835 5430, 3835 5231) 天河区珠江新城花城汇旁维家思广场北门
Liqueur Pearl Red 3302 Banghua Huanqiu Square, 1 Jinsui Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (6663 2298, www.pearlred.com) 天河区珠江新城金穗路 1 号邦华环球广场 3302
WINE ASC Fine Wine No. 1705, Tower B, Centre Plaza, 161 Linhe Xi Lu, Tianhe District (8666 8683, 8666 8021) 圣皮尔精品葡萄酒 , 天河区林和西路 161 号中泰广 场 B 塔 1705 Aussino World Wines Rm 2017, Southern Securities Bldg, 148 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District 富隆酒窖 , 天河区体育东路 148 号南方证券大厦 2017 室 East Meets West Fine Wines Room 507, Vili
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trict (English: 137 1077 0232; Español: 187 0207 4849; Chinese: 134 2402 1170) 元素吧 , 越秀区建设六马路 16 号首层
Everwines 108 Qingfeng Jie, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3821 2195) 天河区珠江新城海风街 108 号
Fashion TV Champagne Club Shop 105, 30 Liede Dadao, Tianhe District (185 2029 5103) 天河区猎德大道 30 号珠江道商业广场 105 铺
Everwise Wine Ltd. D7, 15/F, Jian He Centre, 110 Tiyu Xi Lu, Tianhe District (3880 4860) 永醇酒业 , 天河区体育西路 110 号建和中心 15 楼 D7
Fei 2-4/F, W Guangzhou, 26 Xiancun Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (6680 7825) 妃 , 天河区珠江新城冼村路 26 号广州 W 酒店 2-4 层
Jebsen Fine Wines 28/F, Tower B, China International Centre, 33 Zhongshan San Lu, Yuexiu District (8713 7155, www.jebsenfinewines.com) 捷成中国贸易有限公司 , 越秀区中山三路 33 号中华 国际中心 B 塔 28 楼
GK Club B/F, West Tower, Pearl River Bldg, 360 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8387 5177) 大篷车酒吧 , 越秀区环市东路 360 号珠江大厦西座 地下
Jointek 1) Shop 57-60, Section C, Dongdu Da Shi Jie, 422 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8769 6288) 2) Next to the Huashan Hotel, Yuexiu District (8756 9109) 骏德酒业 , 1) 越秀区环市东路 422 号东都大世界 C 区 57-60 号铺 ; 2) 越秀区华山宾馆旁 Justwine Cellar Chain Store 1) 90 Tianhe Nan Yi Lu, Tianhe District (8758 0807); 2) Unit 11-3, G/F, Guangzhou International Trade Center, Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (3825 0440) 神之水滴葡萄酒连锁店 1) 天河区天河南一路 90 号 ; 2) 天河区天河北路广州国际贸易中心地铺一层 11-3 单元 Mouton Cadet Wine Bar 9 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8376 6197) 越秀区建设六马路 9 号 Summergate Unit 2409, 24/F, China International Center, Bldg B, 33 Zhongshan San Lu, Yuexiu District (2883 6800, www.summergate.com) 美夏 , 越秀区中山三路 33 号中华国际中心 B 塔 24 层 2409 单元 Torres China Guangzhou Office Rm G, 6/F Jianhe Bldg, 111-115 Tiyu Xi Lu, Tianhe District (3887 0367, info@torres.com.cn) 桃乐丝葡萄酒贸易有限公司 , 天河区体育西路 111115 号建和中心 6 楼 G 室
NIGHTLIFE Bondi Bar and Restaurant No. 3, 3/F, Xingsheng Plaza, 11 Xingsheng Lu (next to Chinese Hotpot and above Pandan), Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3809 8064) 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 11 号兴盛汇 3 层 3 铺 The Brew Sports Bar & Grill 1) Unit 9-11, Huanan Country Garden, Panyu Dadao (across the road from Chimelong Theme Park), Panyu District (3482 0401); 2) West Section, Bao Lin Yuan, Huaxun Jie, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3408 9549); 3) Shop 11-13, Yuhai Food Street, 1 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8382 8299) 1) 番禺区番禺大道华南碧桂园碧华商业 2 街 9-11 号 ; 2) 天河区珠江新城华讯街保林苑西区加拿大布 鲁咖啡馆 , 近发展中心 ; 3) 越秀区建设六马路誉海 食街 11-13 号铺 Brussels Belgian Beef Cafe Shop 133B, Starlight Walk, 354 Xingang Zhong Lu, Haizhu District (8412 3032) 海珠区新港中路 354 珠影星光城 133b 铺 Catwalk West of the South Gate of Guangzhou Sport University, 163 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (6286 9999) 天河区天河北路 163 号广州体育学院南门西侧 ( 喜 聚 PTV3 楼 ) Cave Bar B/F, Pearl River Bldg (East Side), 360 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8386 3660) 墨西哥酒吧 , 越秀区环市东路 360 号珠江大厦 ( 东 ) 地下 The Churchill Bar 3/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou, 3 Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3813 6688) 邱吉尔酒吧 , 天河区珠江新城兴安路 3 号广州富力 丽思卡尔顿酒店 3 楼 D Label 1/F, Zhujiang Yingbo Beer Museum, Party Pier, 118 Modiesha Dajie, Xingang Dong Lu, Haizhu District (8332 9888) 海珠区新港东路磨碟沙大街 118 号琶醍酒吧街珠江 英博国际啤酒博物馆 1 楼 Duo Club 16 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu Dis-
Happy Monk 1) Back of Yi’an Plaza, Jianshe Wu Malu, Yuexiu District (8376 5597) ; 2) No. 109, 7Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3877 8679); 3) Outdoor Plaza, Happy Valley Mall, 36 Machang Lu, Tianhe District (3832 5317) 1) 越秀区建设五马路宜安广场后门 ; 2) 天河区珠江 新城兴盛路 7 号 109 号铺 ; 3) 天河区珠江新城马场 路 36 号太阳新天地户外广场 Hei Hei Club 1/F, 2 Qiaoguang Lu, Yuexiu District (8331 0012, 8318 2326 for members) 喜喜酒吧 , 海珠区侨光路 2 号首层西面 Hill Bar 367 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8359 0206) 小山吧 , 越秀区环市东路 367 号白云宾馆小山景区 Hooley’s Irish Pub and Restaurant 1)101, 8 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3886 2675); 2) 102, Unit 22, Creative Park, Jihua Si Lu, Chancheng District, Foshan (0757-8226 4606); 3) Section 2, Yijia Yuan, 7 Xingzhongdao, Zhongshan 1)爱尔兰西餐酒吧, 天河区珠江新城兴盛路8号101; 2)佛山市禅城区季华四路创意产业园22栋102; 3) 中 山市兴中道7号颐嘉苑2卡 Hunting No. 101, 1/F, 36 Jianshe Wu Malu, Yuexiu District (3802 4091) 越秀区建设五马路 36 号 1 楼 101 室 JZ Club The Bucket, Zhujiang Beer Museum, Yuejiang Xi Lu, Haizhu District (3446 9831) 海珠区阅江西路珠啤博物馆大酒桶 ( 琶醍 A 区米库 旁 ( 珠江啤酒博物馆 ) Lab Shop 104, 7 Xingsheng Lu, Tianhe District (3703 3015, 3703 3013) 研酒室 , 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 7 号 104 室 Lazy Guys 105-106, Huaqiao Garden, 1 Zhengping Nan Jie, Taojin Bei Lu, Yuexiu District (153 6003 3696, 138 0882 9951) 越秀区淘金北路正平南街 1 号华侨乐园 105-106 Lotus Pond 1/F, The Garden Hotel, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8333 8989 ext.3191) 荷塘雅座 , 越秀区环市东路 368 号花园酒店 1 楼 Lucky Jack No.23, Zone A, Party Pier, Yuejiang Dong Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区阅江东路琶醍珠江啤酒厂文化创意园 A 区 23 McCawley’s Bar & Grill Shop 101, 16 Huacheng Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3801 7000) 天河区珠江新城花城大道 16 号 101 铺 Mr. Rocky Restaurant & Bar 1) 6-7 Tai Gu Cang, 124 Gexin Lu, Haizhu District (3448 0800); 2) Shop 6-7, Zone B, Party Pier, 118 Modiesha Da Jie, Yuejiang Lu, Haizhu District: 3) 1/F, Time Square Plaza, 28 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District 洛奇先生美国西部牛仔餐吧 1) 海珠区革新路 124 号 太古仓 6-7 号仓 ; 2) 海珠区阅江路磨碟沙大街 118 号珠江琶醍啤酒文化创意艺术区 B 区 06-07 铺 ; 3) 天河区天河北路 28 号时代广场 1 楼 The Paddy Field 1) Booth 1A, 1/F, Central Plaza, 38 Huale Lu, Yuexiu District (8360 1379); 2) 4/F, Oakwood Premier Guangzhou, 28 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District (8398 6181); 3) // Shop XT204, 2 Xietian Li, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (0757-8203 1023, www.thepaddyfield.com) 田野西餐厅 1) 越秀区华乐路 38 号广怡大厦 1 楼 1A; 2) 天河区体育东路 28 号广州方圆奥克伍德豪景 ; 3) 佛山市禅城区岭南天地协天里 2 号 XT204 铺 Perry’s Café 1) Rm 201, Binjiang Shui Lian Mansion, 61 Hongmei Lu, Haizhu District (8421 8845) 2) Yuebei Building,2/F, 617
Dongfeng Dong Lu (020 8382 2340) 1) 海珠区红梅路 61 号滨江水恋大厦 201; 2) 东风东 路 617 号粤北大厦 2 楼,靠近建设六马路,汉堡王 楼上
(24-hour hotline: 400 886 9268, e-mail: inquiries@eliza.hk) 广州伊丽莎白妇产医院国际医疗中心,荔湾区康王 中路 484 号
Pearl Lounge 1/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou, 3 Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3813 6688) 珍珠吧 , 天河区珠江新城兴安路 3 号广州富力丽思 卡尔顿酒店 1 楼
United Family Guangzhou Clinic 1/F, Annex Bldg, PICC Bldg, 301 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong (4008 919 191, 24-hr urgent care: 8710 6060) 广州越秀和睦家门诊部 , 广州大道中 301 号人保大 厦南塔副楼首层
Rebel Rebel 42 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District (8520 1579, www.rebelrebelgz.com) 天河区体育东路 42 号
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Revolucion Cocktail 9 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3802 9960) 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 9 号 Richbaby 34 Nanti Er Malu (near the Tianzi Wharf), Yuexiu District (6663 9666) 越秀区天字码头南堤二马路 34 号 The River Oyster Bar & Grill 4/F, Zone C, Zhujiang Party Pier Art & Creative Area, Yuejiang Xi Lu, exit of Modiesha Tunnel, Haizhu District (138 2604 0956, 135 1277 1631) 海珠区磨碟沙隧道口阅江西路珠江啤酒厂琶醍艺术 创意区 C 区 4 楼 Sapphire Lounge 4/F, China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel, 122 Liuhua Lu, Yuexiu District (8666 6888 ext. 3450) 马天尼吧 , 越秀区流花路 122 号中国大酒店 4 楼
H&H Dental Center 1/F, Mingmen Building, 4 Huacheng Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3808 0700, 3808 0729; 24-hour hotline: 139 2516 2826; E-mail: hnhdental@163.com) H&H 牙科中心(嘉茜医疗门诊 ), 天河区珠江新城花 城大道 4 号名门大厦正门首层 Kaiyi Dental Clinic 11/F, Ice Flower Hotel, 2 Tianhe Bei Lu (3886 4821,www.kaiyiyk.com) 凯怡牙科诊所,天河北路 2 号冰花酒店 11 层
Social & Co. Shop 112-113, 6 Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3804 9243, www.socialandco.com) 天河区珠江新城华就路 6 号 112-113 铺
Smile Dentistry 10/F, A Building of Spring Square, GT Land Plaza, 85 Huacheng Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe Distric(3883 8198, 4000 886 823, www. smile100.com.cn) 微笑牙科,天河区珠江新城花城大道 85 号高德置地 春广场 A 座 10 楼全层
Song's Club Shop 2-12, Xingsheng Hui, Xinsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3887 5888) 天河区珠江新城兴盛路兴盛汇 3 楼 2-12 铺 Soothe DS 450 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (8754 6182) 天河区天河北路 450 号
Wisdom International Dental Clinic Room 2008-2010, No.2 Hua Li Road. Zhujiang Xincheng (Edinburgh International Apartment) (3877 2897). Daily 9:30am-9pm. 广州维思顿牙科中心,珠江新城华利路 2 号 20082010 (爱丁堡国际公寓)
Summer House Directly behind the Marriage House, Xietian Li, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (133 9223 6374, www.summerhouse.com.cn) 佛山市禅城区岭南天地协天里(嫁娶屋正后面) Tian Bar 99/F, Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou, 5 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8883 3399) 天吧 , 天河区珠江新城珠江西路 5 号广州四季酒店 99 楼 True Color 276 Yanjiang Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District (8373 5858, www.truecolorclub.com) 本色 , 越秀区沿江中路 276 号 ( 天字码头东 200 米) Wilber’s 62 Zhusigang Er Malu, Yuexiu District (3761 1101, www.wilber.com.cn) 越秀区竹丝岗二马路 62 号 Woo Bar 1/F, W Guangzhou, 26 Xiancun Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (6628 6628) 天 河 区 珠 江 新 城 冼 村 路 26 号 广 州 W 酒 店
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INT’L MEDICAL SERVICES Bellaire Int'l Clinic No. 601, 6/F, East Tower, Times Square, 28 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (3891 0511) 贝利尔诊所,天河北路 28 号时代广场东 6 楼 601 Clifford Hospital Hongfu Lu,Panyu District (8471 8123, www.cliffordhospital.com) 广东祈福医院 , 番禺区鸿福路 Dr. Sherily Xiao Master of Medicine. 19 years TCM & Acupuncture & Massage & Physiotherapy Experience.Only for appointment. Fu Lai Garden Shui Yin Zhi Jie Shui Yin Road Yue Xiu District Guang Zhou. (Tel: 137 1052 6617. E-mail: xiaoshuilan@ hotmail.com. L5, Zoo station, C exit) 广州市越秀区水阴路水阴直街福莱花园 Eur Am Int’l Medical Center 1/F, North Tower, Ocean Pearl Bldg, 19 Huali Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng (3758 5328, 24hr urgent care: 137 1041 3347, www. eurammedicalcenter.com) 康辰国际医疗 , 珠江新城华利路 19 号远洋明珠大厦 北座首层 Guangzhou Elizabeth Women's Hospital 484 Kangwang Zhong Lu, Liwan District
All Smile - Dr. Lu Int'l Dental Clinic Rm 603-604, 6/F, Metro Plaza, 183 Tianhe Bei Lu (24-hour hotline: 8755 3380). Mon-Sat 9am6pm (other times by appointment) 大都会牙科,天河北路 183 号大都会广场六楼 603604
HAIR AND NAIL Hair Code 1) 54 Taojin Lu, Yuexiu District (8359 9964); 2) Shop 5A017-18, 5/F, Grandview Mall, 228 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (8550 5180); 3) 3/F,South District of Poly Central Plaza, 18 Jianshe Da Ma Lu, Yuexiu Distric (8302 2068) 芭曲,1) 越秀区淘金路 54 号 ; 2) 天河区天河路 228 号正佳广场 5 楼 5A017-18; 3) 越秀区建设大 马路保利中环广场南区 3 楼 Hair Corner L225, 2/F, TaiKoo Hui Shopping Mall, 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3808 8338) 天河路 383 号太古汇商场裙楼第二层 L225 号铺 Magic Hair Salon 1) 7/F, Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich, 988 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong (3734 5022) 1) 广州大道中 988 号广州圣丰索菲特大酒店 7 楼 Nail Culture 1) 121 Poly Champagne Garden, Huasui Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3828 9001); 2) B075, 5/F, Grandview Mall, 208 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3806 0297); 3) Shop 8, 1/F, Jiayu Dandun Sunshine Apartments, 2 Hai’an Lu, Tianhe District (8398 1076) 奈儿贝蒂美甲 , 1) 天河区珠江新城华穗路保利香 槟 121 号 ; 2) 天河区天河路 208 号正佳广场 5 楼 B075; 3) 天河区海安路 2 号嘉裕丹顿阳光公寓首层 8 号铺 SO’ O LK (Hair Salon) 1) G/F, 545 Binjiang Dong Lu, Haizhu District (3425 7429); 2) Shop 103A, World Trade Centre, 371-375 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (8760 6299); 3) Shop101, 712 Binjiang Dong Lu, Haizhu District (8419 1022); 4) Shop101, Fuli Edinburgh Apartment, 2 Huali Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District(3826 3718); 5) Shop 15 2/F, Chateau Star River Hotel, Yingbin Lu, Panyu District(3479 0641); 6) Shop81-82, G/F, New City Plaza, Olympic Garden, Luoxi New Town, Panyu District(3452 1826); 7) Shop 21, Agile Phase II, Fenghuang Bei Lu, Huadu District(3692 8686) 苏豪路易士,嘉玛发廊,1) 天河区天河北路 366 号 都市华庭 13 铺 ; 2) 越秀区环市东路 371-375 号世
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界贸易中心首层 103A; 3) 海珠区滨江东路 712 号 101 铺 ; 4) 天河区珠江新城华利路 2 号富力爱丁堡 公寓 101 铺 ; 5) 番禺区迎宾路星河湾酒店 2 楼 15 号 铺 ; 6) 番禺区洛溪新城奥园城市花园首层 81-82 号 铺 ; 7) 花都区凤凰北路雅居乐二期 21 号铺 Toni&Guy 1) G/F, 75 Tianhe Dong Lu, Tianhe District (English: 8754 2116, Chinese: 8754 2113); 2) M05, B1, Peace World Plaza, 362 Huanshi Dong Lu, Tianhe District (English: 8388 9987, Chinese: 8388 9916) 1) 天河东路 75 号首层 ; 2) 环市东路 362 号好世界 广场负一层
fitness Body Delight Studio 3/F, Poly Plaza East Tower, 59 Huali Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (3826 7990) 天河区珠江新城华利路 59 号保利大厦东塔三楼 California Fitness 4/F, Seasons Mall(Summer), GT Land Plaza, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3808 2787) 加州健身,天河区珠江新城高德置地广场夏商场4楼 Tuning Life 1) 3/F, Shun Tak Business Center,246 Zhongshan Si Lu, Yuexiu District (2910 9588). 2) 2/F, 2 Jianshe Wu Malu, Yuexiu District (2289 0999). 3) 1/F, Oriental Hotel, 120 Liuhua Lu, Yuexiu District (8666 0968) 1) 越秀区中山四路 246 号信德商务大厦 3 楼 2) 越 秀区建设五马路 2 号二层 3) 越秀区流花路 120 号东 方宾馆 1 号楼首层 Victory Fitness 3/F, Yingjia Garden, 72 Jinsui Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3820 3866) 天河区珠江新城金穗路 72 号盈嘉花园 3 楼 True Pilates China China’s First True Pilates China Studio &True Pilates NY Instructor Certification Training Center. Add: 7F/7 Huacheng Dadao, Zhujiang New Town. www.truepilateschina.com (186 2007 6022) 珠江新城花城大道 7 号 7 楼
SPA Hua Spa 69/F, Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou, 5 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (8883 3000) 花水疗中心,天河区珠江新城珠江西路 5 号广州四 季酒店 69 楼 Indoor Tanning 1/F, Yian Plaza, 33 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (180 2626 6021) 越秀区建设六马路宜安广场中庭南铺 O Spa Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, 12 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8396 1234 ext.3520) 天河区珠江新城珠江西路 12 号广州富力君悦大酒店 Revive Spa 3/F, Four Points by Sheraton Guangzhou, Dongpu, 1 Jingying Lu, Huicai Lu, Dongpu (3211 0626; 3211 0888) 活水疗,东圃汇彩路菁映路 1 号广州东圃合景福朋 喜来登酒店 3 楼 So Spa with L’Occitane 7/F, Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich, 988 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District (3883 8888 ext. 2303, 2300) 水疗中心,广州大道中 988 号广州圣丰索菲特大酒 店7楼 The Ritz-Carlton Spa 4/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou, Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (3813 6688) 丽思卡尔顿水疗中心,天河区珠江新城兴安路 3 号 广州富力丽思卡尔顿酒店 4 楼
EDUCATION INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS Alcanta International College (AIC) 1130 Baiyun Dadao Nan, Baiyun District (8618 3999; 8618 3000; 8618 3666) 亚加达教育机构国际预科部 , 白云区白云大道南 1130 号 . www.aicib.org
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District,Science Park, Guangzhou (3213 5555) 1) 广州美国人 ,二沙岛烟雨南路 3 号 ; 2) 广州罗岗 区科翔路 19 号 Canadian Foreign Language School Cambridgshire Garden, Panyu District (39191868 ext. 0) 广州市番禺区剑桥郡加拿达外国语学校,广州市番 禺区剑桥郡花园 Canadian International School of Guangzhou Cambridgeshire Garden, Nancun Town, Panyu District (3925 5321) www. cisgz.com 广州加拿大人国际学校,番禺区南村镇雅居乐剑桥 郡花园内 Canadian Internatioanal Kindergarten Agile Garden, Yinbin Lu, Panyu District (8456 6551). 加拿大国际幼儿园,番禺区迎宾路雅居乐花园
Berlitz Language Training A2G Shengya Business Center, 107 Tiyu West Road, Tianhe (Tel: 3887 9261, 3887 9262) www. berlitz.com 贝立兹中心,天河体育西路107号盛 雅商务中心A2G Eclipse English Education 18D, No.368, Tianhe Bei Road, GZ (Tel:38780382,18922769713) 爱誉英语 , 天河北路 , 368 号 , 18D SXSJ Art Center Painting and calligraphy class in small group. Tailor made corporate program. www.1980art.com 书香世家艺 术中心,1)天河科韵路美林海岸棕林街54 铺(85671920);2)书画私塾西门口店 (81926383)
Canadian (Mayland) International Kindergarten Mayland Garden, Keyun Lu, Tianhe District (8561 6516) 美林国际幼儿园 , 天河区科韵路美林海岸花园棕林 街 48 号 Clifford School International International Building, Clifford School, Clifford Estates, Shiguang Lu, Panyu District (8471 8273; 8471 1441; 8471 1694) 祈福英语实验学校,番禺区市广路 Guangzhou Huamei International School 23 Huamei Lu, Tianhe District (Tel: 8721 0372). www.hm163.com 广州华美英语实验学校,天河区华美路 23 号 Guangzhou Nanfang International School No.1 South Industrial Park, Yinglong Lu, Longdong, Tianhe District (3886 6952, 3886 3606, Fax: 3886 3680). www.gnischina.com 广州南方国际学校,天河区龙洞迎龙路龙山工业 园南1号 ISA International School Guangzhou Block C2-2, 128 Yuancun Siheng Lu, Tianhe District 广州爱莎国际学校, 天河区员村四横路128号 红专厂创意园C2-2 (8890 0909, info@isaschool. com ) Int’l French School of Guangzhou Favorview Palace, Tianhe District (3879 7324).www. efcanton.com. 广州法国学校,天河区汇景新城 Japanese School of Guangzhou 10 Fengxin Lu, Science City, High-technology and Industrial Zone (Tel: 6139 7023, Fax: 6139 7027). www.jsgcn.com 广州日本人学校,高新技术产业开发区科学城风信 路 10 号 Mayland International School Mayland International Resort, 168 Shanqian Dadao, Huadu District (3672 8212) 美林湖国际学校,花都区山前大道 168 号美林湖国 际社区 Raffles Design Institute 9F, B Tower of Guangzhou Sinopec Building, No.191, Tiyu Xi Lu, Tianhe District. (8350 0760; 400 8332 033) gz.raffles.edu.cn 广州莱佛士设计培训学院,天河区体育西路 191 号 中石化大厦 B 塔 9 楼 St.Lorraine Anglo-Chinese School Riverside Garden, Dashi Town, Panyu District (8458 8252; 8450 7290). www.st-lorraine.com.cn 莱恩英文幼儿园,番禺区大石镇丽江花园 The British School of Guangzhou 983-3 Tonghe Lu, Baiyun District (8709 4788) 广州英国学校 , 白云区同和路 983-3 Utahloy Int’l School www.utahloy.com 1) 800 Shatai Bei Lu, Baiyun District (8720 2019, fax 8704 4296); 2) Sanjiang Town, Zeng Cheng (8291 4691 fax 8291 3303) 广州誉德莱国际学校,1) 白云区沙太北路 800 号 ; 2) 增城三江镇 Yew Wah International Education School of Guangzhou Dragon Lake Resort, National AAAA Tourist Attraction, Huadong Town, Huadu District, Guangzhou (8683 2662 / 400 850 9778) 广州耀华国际教育学校 广州市花都区花东镇山前旅 游大道学而街 9 号 (比邻国家 4A 级旅游风景区九 龙湖) www.ywies-gz.com Yihe Int’l Kindergarten Summer Palace, Tonghe Town, Baiyun District (3623 8230). 颐和国际幼儿园,白云区同和镇颐和山庄
American Int’l School of Guangzhou (AISG) 1) 3 Yanyu Nan Lu, Ersha Island (8735 3393); 2) 19,Kexiang Road Luogang
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URBAN MOMENTS Do you have party pictures to contribute? Send them to us at editor.prd@urbanatomy.com and we’ll run the best. SPG Business @ Aloft Guangzhou Tianhe, June 23
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Park Hyatt Guangzhou 16 Huaxia Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District, Guangzhou (3769 1234) 广州柏悦酒店 天河区珠江新城华夏路 16 号
Canada 801, Office Tower, China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel ,Liuhua Lu (Tel: 8611 6100, Fax: 8667 2401) www.guangzhou.gc.ca 加拿大领事馆,流花路中国大酒店商业楼 801 室
Pullman Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (3606 8866, www.pullmanhotels.com) 广州白云机场铂尔曼大酒店 , 广州白云国际机场
Cuba Rm 2411, West Tower, Huapu Plaza, 13 Huaming Lu, Zhujiang New Town (Tel: 2238 2603 / 2238 2604; Fax: 2238 2605) 珠江新城华明路 13 号华普广场西塔 2411
Royal Tulip Carat Guangzhou 388 Guangyuan Zhong Lu (8396 6866) 广州卡丽皇家金煦酒店,广园中路 388 号
Denmark Rm 1578, China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel, 122 Liuhua Lu (Tel: 8666 0795; Fax: 8667 0315) 丹麦领事馆,流花路 122 号中国大酒店写字楼 1578 室
Sheraton Guangzhou Hotel 208 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (6668 8888) 粤海喜来登酒店 , 天河区天河路 208 号 Sheraton Grand Guangzhou Huadu Resort Northeast of Shanqian Dadao, Huadu District (3695 3888) 广州花都合景喜来登度假大酒店,花都区山前大道 东北侧
Ecuador Room 1801, R&F Building, 10 Huaxia Lu, Zhujiang New Town (Tel: 3892 7650; Fax: 3892 7550) 厄瓜多尔共和国驻广州领事馆,珠江新城华夏路 10 号富力中心 1801 室
Shangri-La Hotel Guangzhou 1, Huizhan Dong Lu, Haizhu District (8917 8888, www. shangri-la.com) 广州香格里拉大酒店 , 海珠区会展东路 1 号
France Rm 810, 8/F, Main Tower, Guangdong Int’l Hotel, 339 Huanshi Dong Lu (2829 2000) www.consulfrance-canton.org/ 法国领事馆,环市东路 339 号广东国际大酒店主楼 810 室
Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich 988 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District (3883 8888) 广州圣丰索菲特大酒店 , 天河区广州大道中 988 号 . www.sofitel.com
Germany 14/F Teem Tower, 208 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (Tel: 8313 0000; Fax: 8516 8133) www.kanton.diplo.de 德国领事馆,天河路 208 号粤海天河城大厦 14 楼
The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou 3, Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (3813 6688, www.ritzcarlton.com) 广州富力丽思卡尔顿 酒店, 天河区珠江新城兴安路3号
Greece Rm 2105, HNA Building, 8 Linhe Zhong Lu (Tel: 8550 1114; Fax: 8550 1450; grgencon.guan@mfa.gr) 希腊领事馆 , 林和中路 8 号海航大厦 2105 室
The Westin Guangzhou 6, Linhe Zhong Lu, Tianhe District (2886 6868, www.westin.com/ guangzhou) 广州海航威斯汀酒店 , 天河区林和中路 6 号 The Westin Pazhou Area C, Guangzhou International Convention & Exhibition Center, 681 Fengpu Zhong Lu, Haizhu District (8918 1818, www.westin.com/pazh ou)广州广交会 威斯汀酒店, 海珠区凤浦中路681号广州国际会议 展览中心C区 W Guangzhou 26 Xiancun Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (6628 6628) 广州 W 酒店 , 天河区珠江新城冼村路 26 号 White Swan Hotel 1 Shamian Nan Jie, Liwan District (8188 6968) 白天鹅宾馆 , 荔湾区沙面南街 1 号
Guangzhou Narcotics Anonymous Meetings: Monday 6.30pm and Friday 7pm. (For help: 188 9857 0042 (French, Chinese & English), 133 3287 0750 (Persian), 185 8876 4470 (English), www.nachina.com) India 14/F, Haichuan Dasha, 8 Linhe Zhong Lu, Tianhe District (8550 1501-05) 印度领事馆,天河区林和中路 8 号海船大厦 14 楼 Indonesia Rm 1201-1223, 2/F, West Building, Dong Fang Hotel, 120 Liuhua Lu (Tel: 8601 8772; fax 8601 8773; kjrigz@public.guangzhou. gd.cn) 印度尼西亚领事馆,流花路 120 号东方宾馆西座 2 楼 1201-1223 室
Fax: 8333 0573) www.guangzhoupcg.org 菲律宾领事馆,环市东路 339 号广东国际大酒店主 楼 706-712 室
Town, Tianhe District (3813 6662) 广州富力丽思卡尔顿豪华公寓 , 天河区珠江新城兴 安路 3 号 . www.theresidencesguangzhou.com
Poland 63 Shamian Da Jie (Tel: 8121 9993; Fax: 8121 9995) 波兰领事馆,沙面大街 63 号
The Canton Residence 48 Qing Feng Street, Zhujiang New Town (Tel: 3837 1688, Fax: 3837 1638) 广粤公馆 , 珠江新城清风街 48 号
Singapore Unit 2418, CITIC Plaza, 233 Tianhe Bei Lu (Tel: 3891 2345; Fax: 3891 2933) 新加坡领事馆,天河北路 233 中信广场 2418 室 Spain Rm 501/507/508 5/F, R&F Center, 10 Huaxia Lu, Pearl River New City (Tel: 3892 7185 / 3892 8909; Fax: 3892 7197). www.maec. es/consulados/canton 西班牙驻广州总领事馆,珠江新城华夏路 10 号富力 中心 5 楼 501/507/508 室 Switzerland 27/F, Grand Tower, 228, Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (Tel: 3833 0450; Fax: 3833 0453) www.eda.admin.ch/gz 瑞士领事馆,天河区天河路 228 号广晟大厦 27 楼 Thailand Rm M07, 2/F, Garden Hotel, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu (Tel: 8385 8988; Fax: 8388 9567) 泰国领事馆,环市东路 368 号花园酒店 2 楼 M07 室 The Russian Federation 26/A, Development Centre, 3 Linjiang Dadao, Zhujiang New Town (8518 5001 Fax: 8518 5099 (office)/ 8518 5088(visa section)) 俄罗斯联邦驻广州总领事馆 , 珠江新城临江大道 3 号发展中心 26/A United States 43 Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (Tel: 3814 5000) http://guangzhou-ch.usembassy-china.org. cn/ 美国领事馆,天河区珠江新城华就路 43 号 Vietnam 2/F, Hua Xia Hotel, Haizhou Square, Qiaoguang Lu (Tel: 8330 5911; Fax: 8330 5915) 越南领事馆,侨光路华沙大酒店 B 座 2 楼北部
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Israel 19/F, Development Center, 3 Linjiang Dadao, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (8513 0509) 以色列领事馆,天河区珠江新城临江大道 3 号发展 中心 19 楼 . Guangzhou.mfa.gov.il
Ascott Guangzhou No.73 Tianhe Dong Lu, Tianhe District (8513 0388) 广州雅诗阁服务公寓 , 天河区天河东路 73 号
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Italy Rm 1403, International Finance Place (IFP), 8, Huaxia Lu, Zhujiang New Town (Tel: 3839 6225; Fax: 8550 6370) 意大利领事馆,珠江新城华夏路 8 号合景国际金融 广场 14 楼 1403 室
Ascott IFC Guangzhou No.5 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (3838 9888) 广州国际金融中心雅诗阁服务公寓 , 天河区珠江新 城珠江西路 5 号
Argentina 2405, Teem Tower, 208 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3888 0328, cguan@ mrecic.gov.ar) 阿根廷共和国领事馆 , 天河区天河路 208 号粤海天 河城大厦 2405 单元
Japan 1/F, East Tower, The Garden Hotel, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu (Tel: 8334 3009; Fax: 8333 8972) www.guangzhou.cn.emb-japan.go.jp 日本领事馆,环市东路 368 号花园酒店东塔 1 楼
Citadines Lizhiwan Guangzhou 145-4 Longjin Xi Lu, Liwan District (2835 1999) 广州馨乐庭荔枝湾服务公寓 , 荔湾区龙津西路 145-4 号
Korea (Republic) 18 Youlin Lu, Chigang Consulate Area, Haizhu District (Tel: 2919 2999; fax 2919 2980; Guangzhou@mofat.go.kr) 韩国领事馆,海珠区赤岗领事馆区友邻路 18 号
Fraser Suites Guangzhou OneLink Walk, 232_2, Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (2863 0800) 广州辉盛阁国际公寓 , 天河区天河路 232-2 万菱汇
Kuwait 10A-10D, Nanyazhonghe Plaza, 57 Lingjiang Dadao, Zhujiang New Town (Tel: 3807 8070; Fax: 3807 8007). 科威特国总领事馆,珠江新城临江大道 57 号南雅中 和广场 10A-10D
Golden Lake Garden 938,Sha Tai Bei Road, Guangzhou (8720 2233; Fax: 8720 2290) 金湖花园,沙太北路 938 号金湖花园
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Christian Fellowship Hilton Hotel Guangzhou Tianhe , 215 Lin He Xi Heng Lu, Tianhe District (6683 9999) (Foreigners only. Please bring ID) Worship Hours: 10am11:30am.every Sunday. 广州天河新天希尔顿酒店 , 广州天河区林和西横路 215 号 Guangdong Int’l Volunteer Expatriate Service (GIVES) Contact Rosaline Yam (8778 2778; givescn@ yahoo.com) www.gives.cn Guangzhou Women’s Int’l Club (GWIC) For contact information, visit www.gwic.org Brazil Rm 1403, 10 Huaxia Lu, R&F Center, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (02083652236; cg. cantao.itamaraty.gov.br) 巴西驻广州总领事馆, 珠江新城华夏路10号富力中 心1403室 Australia 12/F, Zhujiang New City, Development Centre, 3 Linjiang Lu (Tel: 3814 0111; Fax: 3814 0112) www.guangzhou.china.embassy.gov.au 澳大利亚领事馆,临江路 3 号珠江新城发展中心 12 楼 Belgium Room 0702, 7/F, R & F Center, Unit 2, 10 Huaxia Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (Tel: 3877 2351; Fax: 3877 2353) 天河区珠江新城华夏路 10 号富力中心 7 楼 0702 室 Cambodia Rm 802, The Garden Hotel (Tower), Huangshi Dong Lu (Tel: 8333 8999 - 805; Fax: 8365 2361) 柬埔寨领事馆,环市东路花园酒店大楼 808 室
Malaysia Rm 1915-1918, 19/F, CITIC Plaza, 233 Tianhe Bei Lu ((Tel: 3877 0765; Fax: 3877 2320) 马来西亚领事馆,天河北路 233 号中信广场 19 楼 1915-1918 室
Oakwood Gold Arch Residence Guangzhou District 3, Ersha Island, Yuexiu District (2883 3888) 金亚花园,越秀区二沙岛三区 Oakwood Premier Guangzhou 28 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District (3883 3883) 广州方圆奥克伍德豪景 , 天河区体育东路 28 号
Mexico Rm2001, Teem Tower, 208 Tianhe Bei Lu (Tel: 2208 1540; Fax: 2208 1539) 墨西哥领事馆,天河路 208 号粤海天河城大厦 20 楼 01 单元
Nikko Apartment Hotel Nikko Guangzhou, 1961 Huaguan Lu, Tianhe District 日航公寓 天河区华观路 1961 号广州日航酒店
Netherlands 34/F, Teem Tower, 208 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe Bei Lu (Tel: 3813 2200; Fax: 3813 2299) www.hollandinchina.org 荷兰领事馆,天河路 208 号粤海天河城大厦 34 楼
Serviced Suites 57-61/F, Crowne Plaza Guangzhou City Centre, 339 Huanshi Dong Lu (8363 8888) 环市东路 339 号广州中心皇冠假日酒店五十七至 六十一楼
New Zealand Rm C1055, Office Tower, China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel, 122 Liuhua Lu (Tel: 8667 0253; Fax: 8666 6420; Guangzhou@nzte. govt.nz) www.nzte.govt.nz 新西兰领事馆,流花路 122 号中国大酒店商业大厦 1055 室
Somerset Riviera Guangzhou 770 Binjiang Zhong Lu, Haizhu District (8956 6688) 广州盛捷滨江东服务公寓 , 海珠区滨江中 770 号
Norway Suite 1802, CITIC Plaza, 233 Tianhe Bei Lu (3811 3188 Fax: 3811 3199) 挪威领事馆,天河北路 233 号中信广场 180 室 Philippines Rm 706-712 Guangdong Int’l Hotel, 339 Huanshi Dong Lu (Tel: 8331 1461;
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Springdale Service Residence Tower B1, 105 Tiyu Xi Lu, Tianhe District (Tel: 8396 6088, Fax: 8280 8319). 盛雅服务公寓,天河区体育西路 105 号 B1 栋 The Residences® at The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou 3 Xing An Lu, Zhujiang New
Xcellent International Serviced Apartment 11 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (3718 7888; Fax: 3718 7999) 天 河 区 珠 江 新 城 兴 盛 路 11. E-mail: booking@ xcellent-apartment.cn . www.xcellent-apartment. cn
IMPORTED FOOD SHOPS The Butcher Shop No. 110, Bao Lin Yuan, Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3804 9767, www.parisjie.com) 天河区珠江新城华就路保林苑110号 Corner’s Deli 1) 10, Unit SC-01, Back Street BM, Citic Plaza 233, TianHe Bei Lu (3877 1400); 2) No.60-62, The Canton Place, Qingfeng Jie, Zhujiang New Town (Opposite The Springfied Kindergarten Inside The Business Circle) (3833 9755); 3) 1/F, No.43, Qiaoyi Yi Jie, Tianhe Bei Lu (3881 3919); 4) Golden Lake Garden, Sha Tai Highway, Tonghe Town (8704 4499); 5) 64, Favorview Palace, Wushan, Huijing South Road Tianhe District (3862 7433) 每一角落, 1)天河北路 233 号中信广场 BM 后街 SC-01 单位 10 号铺 ; 2) 珠江新城清风街广粤天地 60-62 号铺 ( 春田幼儿园对面内商圈 ); 3) 天河北路 侨怡苑侨怡一街 43 号首层 ; 4) 同和镇金宝岗沙太公 路 6 公里处右侧(金湖花园内); 5) 天河区五山路 汇景新城汇景南路 64 号 GZ Grocery Co. Ltd Online Grocery shopping&delivery (3807 5191) www.gzgrocery.com Fresh 1/F, China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel, 122 Liuhua Lu (8666 6888 ext. 2106) 流花路 122 号中国大酒店一楼 HAYAT Food Store 1) Shop 4, Zhaoqing Building, 304 Huanshi Zhong Lu (8363 1089); 2) Shop 133, Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3801 9112); 3)Shop 101, 43 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8305 4131) 1) 环市中路 304 号肇庆大厦 4 号铺 ; 2) 天河区珠江 新城兴盛路 12 号 133 铺 ; 3) 建设六马路 43 号 101 铺 Hala Shop 101D, 143 Taojin Lu, Yuexiu District (8388 0510) 越秀区淘金路143号101D铺 The Cake Room By Nikko 1/F, Hotel Nikko Guangzhou, 1961 Huaguan Lu, Tianhe District (6631 8888-6637) 日航西饼屋 天河区华观路 1961 号广州日航酒店 ,2 楼 The Italian Corner 3/F, East Tower, Pearl River Building, 360 Huan Shi Dong Lu (8376 6209 / 8386 3840) 环市东路 360 号,珠江大厦东座 3 楼 La Seine Bakery & Pastry Shop 1/F, Xinghai Concert Hall, 33 Qingbo Lu, Ersha Island (8735 2738). Daily 9am-10 塞纳河饼屋,二沙岛晴波路 33 号星海音乐厅一楼 Panificio Mincuzzi Shop 6, 1/F, 1 Guigang Da Ma Lu, Yuexiu District (139 2641 8882) 明古志面包坊,越秀区龟岗大马路 1 号首层 6 号铺 . Oliver Supermarket 1)Main Store, No.2 ,1/F, Clifford Mansion, Mingyue Yi Lu (8735 9202); 2)Castle Hill Branch, 1 Castle Hill Broadway, Jiahe, Baiyun District (8618 8239); 3) 1/F, Holiday Club, Clifford Hotel, Clifford Estates (8471 4755); 4) New World Branch (Dongguan), RmB, 1/F, 16 Dongcheng Dong Lu, New world Garden, Dongcheng District, Dongguan (0769 2245 6005) www.oliver-foods.com 奥利华进口食品超市,1) 明月一路祈福华夏 1 层 2 号 ; 2) 白云区嘉禾白云堡豪苑会所 ; 3) 番禺祈福新 村酒店渡假俱乐部一楼 ; 4) 东莞市东城区新世界花 园东城东路 16 号 1 楼 B 室 Sharefoods 1) Shop 102, Zhonghai Jing Hui Hua Ting, 33 Liede Dadao Zhong, Zhujiang New Town (3801 9690); 2) Shop C4B, Area A2, Dongcheng Center, Dongcheng Dadao, Dongcheng District, Dongguan. (0769 2339 5012) 香馥超市 , 1) 珠江新城猎德大道 33 号中海憬晖华庭 102 号铺 ; 2) 东莞东城区东城大道东城中心 A2 区 C4B 号铺
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BUSINESS SERVICES Asiabs & B.string Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai 1) Setting-up HK, BVI and other offshore company 2) Setting-up WFOE, JV, Representative Office in China mainland 3) Accounting, Taxation, HR, Visa & Trading service Tel: 852 8102 2592 / 86 21 58362605 86 10 65637970 Website: www.AsiaBS.com www.Stringbc.com E-mail: info@stringbc.com Harris Corporate Solutions Ltd Guangzhou | Shanghai | Beijing | Hong Kong Established since 1972 • WFOE & Rep. Office Set Up • Accounting & Tax Compliance • Payroll, HR & Visa Solutions • Hong Kong & Offshore Company Registration • Hong Kong & China Bank Account Opening Serving all your business needs for investing in China. Call us for a free consultation. Tel: (86)20-8762 0508 Mobile: 135-703-48815 Email: info.gz@harriscorps.com.cn Romeo Lau & Co. work visa, WFOE, JV, RO, HK company, auditing, car rental,driver license. www.romeolawoffice.com Mobile: 13570993252, 020-38865269, dmc_ canto@yahoo.com
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CHURCH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Expatriates welcome! Large group multinational, non-denominational expatriate Christians hold English services Sundays 10.00am to 11.30am. Need foreign citizenship proof. Website: www.gicf.net Tel: 1366 234 6904.
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