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Editor's Note

SEPTEMBER 2018

WIN

During my tenure at That’s PRD, we’ve covered a number of troubling incidents of sexual assault and harassment. Most recently, in July, we reported on Sun Yat-sen

University’s decision to remove Zhang Peng from the classroom after allegations of

sexual misconduct were brought against him. Over the past seven years, the 40-yearold professor is believed to have sexually harassed at least nine students and col-

leagues.

While the #metoo movement got its start in America thanks to the high-profile

accusations against movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, China’s fledging movement has grown and developed via an entirely different path. On pages 36-45, read about the victims and activists that are working to raise awareness about sexual misconduct and abuse in China.

In our City section, we discuss the development of water-soluble plastic bags

(page 9) and take a look at the winning shots by Chinese photographers at the 2018 iPhone Photography Awards (page 12).

While summer vacation may now be over, I’m of the belief that the best months

for travel in South China are now upon us (the temperatures from September-

We’re giving away tickets to some of the very best events in the Pearl River Delta, alongside a host of free meals and other goodies. Follow our official WeChat feeds and sign up for our weekly newsletter for your chance to win major prizes! To stay up to date, visit www.thatsmags. com or scan the QR codes below and follow our WeChat accounts.

November are much more agreeable). To this end, we’ve profiled an awesome week-

end getaway to Miaowan Island (page 21), a relaxing and picturesque retreat located off the coast of Zhuhai.

Before I sign off, I’d like to take a minute to thank everyone who voted in, sup-

ported and/or attended our 2018 That’s Hospitality Awards, which were held on

August 30 at the Conrad Guangzhou. The event was a memorable one, and you can see

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36 COVER STORY

8 CITY

WOMEN IN CHINA

9 DISSOLVING DEBRIS

Shifting gender landscapes in the Middle Kingdom. .

Water-soluble plastic bags to begin production in Guangdong.

12 MOBILE ART Winning shots from Chinese photographers at the 2018 iPhone Photography Awards.

19 KAI-LI MA Model, TV presenter and founder of Mopsi.

21 DAYTRIPPER

60 EVENTS

THE WRAP

18 LIFE & STYLE

Exploring Miaowan Island.

SEPT 13 Slowdive

26 ARTS 27 RENÃ&#x2030; BALCER Director of Above the Drowning Sea.

SEPT 26-30

34 CHINA MUSIC CORNER

Rent

Two new homegrown albums on our radar this month.

50 EAT & DRINK 52 OLDIE BUT GOODIE

SEPT 19 The Killers MO

September Handmade.

59 SZECHWAN LANE Cue the Diana Wang, and the sweat.

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SEPT 28-OCT 28 Macau International Music Festival

CITY

Mobile Art

Winning shots from the 2018 iPhone Photography Awards , p12

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Bitcoin Bust? P16

TALES OF THE CITY

DISSOLVING DEBRIS

Water-Soluble Plastic Bags to Begin Production in Guangdong By Matthew Bossons

ake a stroll along just about any beach in the world and our civilization’s troubling relationship with plastic comes into sharp focus. According to a 2015 study conducted by the peer-reviewed academic journal Science, a staggering 8 million metric tons of plastic enter the world’s oceans each year. To put this number in perspective, it’s equivalent to five grocery bags full of rubbish for every foot of shoreline on our planet. Scary stuff, right? This month, however, we are happy to report that a local company, Guangdong Polymat, is preparing to ramp up production of a water-soluble plastic bag.

The bags are made with polyvinyl alcohol which, according to a report by GRT Radio, dissolves in water within five minutes. An odorless substance, polyvinyl alcohol is nontoxic and extensively used in products for the freshwater sport fishing industry. The environmentallyfriendly bags recently debuted at a press conference held by Chilean company Solu Bag, who are working with Guangdong Polymat to promote the product in Chile after a national ban on plastic bags there went into effect on August 3. At the media event, Solu Bag General Manager Roberto

Astete reportedly drank water that contained dissolved bags, presumably in an effort to demonstrate the safety of polyvinyl alcohol. According to GRT Radio, it’s anticipated the bags will begin mass production by the end of this year in the Guangdong city of Qingyuan, roughly an hour's

drive from Guangzhou. Based on the amount of debris that finds its way into the Pearl River – and then onto Shenzhen’s struggling coral reefs – we hope these new water-soluble bags go into use in South China’s convenience and grocery stores in the near future.

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THE BUZZ RANDOM NUMBER

The percentage of people born in the 1990s who say they have no sex life, according to a recently released survey of Chinese internet users. TryFun, an online adult product company owned by NetEase, conducted a survey of 4,000 users born in the 1980s and 1990s. The results were released in a 54-page report titled ‘2018 China Sex Report of the ’80s & ’90s Generations.’ Of the 4,000 respondents, 54 percent reported having sex at least once a week, while 50 percent of respondents born in the 1990s reported having no sex at all. In contrast, 40 percent of the post-1980s generation are having sex at least twice a week. The sexualactivity report also revealed that the higher one’s income is, the higher the chance that he or she will have sex on a weekly basis. See more results from the survey by scanning the QR code.

DON’T YOU KNOW WHO I AM?

Su Ayhan

The 26-year-old economics graduate from Turkey went viral last month after being totally stumped on a gameshow question about the location of the Great Wall of China. In the short clip from the Turkish edition of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?, Ayhan struggled to answer what seemed like a pretty easy question: “Where is the Great Wall of China?” The answer options provided were China, India, South Korea and Japan. Surprisingly, Ayhan used not one, but two lifelines on the question. Following the backlash, Ayhan said: “I could use my lifelines whenever I wanted.” Watch the video by scanning the QR code.

QUOTE OF THE MONTH

“These girls are too young for this” So wrote one netizen after images of a three-hour spa for children went viral online. This kids’ spa, which can be found at Shanghai’s Twinkle Premium Kids Cafe, is like a dream come true for anyone who likes to be pampered. Sitting in an environment reminiscent of a Disney princess movie, each child wears a pink bathrobe and enjoys a relaxing footbath while sipping a glass of grape juice. Social media users, however, weren’t impressed. Many argued that spending RMB218 to give a child a three-hour treatment would encourage ‘Princess Syndrome’ – a popular term in China used to refer to women who indulge in egocentrism and materialism. See more photos of the spa by scanning the QR code.

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gangjing / gàng jīng / 杠精 noun. People who argue for the sake of arguing; usually young people who argue in order to feel a sense of intellectual superiority. I love visiting the jianbing stand on my street corner every morning.

They are super oily and horrible for you. You might as well just drink oil. I don't want to argue with you if you are going to be a gangjing. Whatever you say is right. It's impossible for whatever I say to be right all the time. You are wrong again. Whatever, bye.

Everyone goes through a phase in their youth where they want to be seen as ‘edgy.’ In China, where much emphasis is given to social harmony and group consensus, vocally dissenting is a way for youngsters to achieve that. In fact, so many young people are now cultivating their contrarian image that others are calling them out on it – by calling them gangjing, loosely translated as ‘argument prodigy.’ You can find them in forums, on Zhihu, or in the comment section of news articles, arguing against other commenters. Unlike Internet trolls, who would say anything to start an argument, gangjing believe their own opposing views, putting their foot down and arguing earnestly. (How else could you be a true contrarian?) Their arguments come in bullet points, complete with links to academic papers, footnotes and sometimes full bibliographies. It’s easy to imagine them behind their laptop screens, sipping soy lattes while reveling in the superior feeling of being the only one who sees the truth at a time when everyone else is misinformed. They are the elite minority, so very edgy and cool. (And intellectual!) This feeling of superiority is so addictive that they scour online discussions just to find the next thing they can disprove. If any opinion presented online has any arguable facts or generalization, gangjing will find them and point them out. And so the cycle continues. The more popular a certain point of view gets, the more satisfaction a gangjing derives from opposing it. Therefore, the place you’ll find the most of them is in the comment section of popular think pieces, such as WeChat posts with thousands of likes. The fact that China is full of inherent contradictions, compounded with the posttruth world we live in, makes it easy to find arguments against every valid opinion. We are living in the heyday of gangjing. The best ways to handle gangjing are to (1) ignore them, or (2) agree with them. The latter is sure to annoy them most of all. Mia Li

CITY SNAPSHOT

Remembering Dr. Sun This month’s featured Instagram image comes to us from Ricky Chang, a freelance photographer from Shandong who currently resides in Beijing. Chang captured the above image of Guangzhou’s Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall back in November of 2016, while he was visiting the city with a group of traveling musicians. For more captivating photography from across China, follow Chang on Instagram (@rickychangphotography).

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COIN TOSS

by Noelle Mateer, additional reporting by Dominique Wong

n 2016, Beijing was leading the global bitcoin industry. That same year, I opened a virtual bitcoin wallet.

Then, in early 2018, it asked ‘exchange-like’ services to close, and in February, the government placed even foreign cryptocurrency exchanges behind the Great Firewall.

While I haven’t touched my bitcoin since then – I’ve checked in on it monthly, watching it swing from USD50 to over USD700 and back down to USD500. For me, the drama is contained within an app on my phone. But for those working in bitcoin, the highs and lows play out in real time. And that time moves quickly.

The excitement among early bitcoin adopters was palpable. “Before, I had a terrible desk job, and it was boring, but this is exciting,” Eric Mu, of China-based HaoBTC, had told me. “The future is infinite.” Meanwhile, Nishant Sharma, of Beijing-based mining hardware manufacturer Bitmain, referred to Beijing as “the Silicon Valley of the world when it comes to bitcoin.”

I was not planning on investing. But I was writing about cryptocurrencies for this magazine, and so I opened a CoinBase account. Later, a friend asked if he could pay me back in bitcoin for some beers and snacks I’d bought him. I shrugged, and he sent me a tiny fraction of one bitcoin – the value of one case of beer and three donkey burgers. It’s now worth over USD500.

“Bitcoin time distorts things,” says Neil Woodfine, director of enterprise solutions for a bitcoin-based payment startup, when I catch up with him this year. I’m asking him to give me a timeline of all the changes that have occurred for bitcoin in China, since we last spoke in 2016. “First there were the exchange investigations, and then the exchanges got closed down…” Bitcoin is a fully decentralized digital currency, which means that no one government controls it (instead, the underlying technology of bitcoin, known as the blockchain, runs on an algorithm). China can, however, regulate the businesses that work with it – and changes began in September 2017, when the People’s Bank of China banned exchanges converting bitcoin to renminbi.

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What Happened to China’s Bitcoin Boom?

These changes have resulted in a dramatic transformation for China’s once-booming bitcoin industry. China was once home to the largest, most powerful bitcoin exchanges in the world. In 2016, 93 percent of all bitcoin trades were with renminbi, and the Beijingbased OKCoin facilitated 76 percent of these transactions.

“Previously, it looked like China was being fairly friendly,” says Woodfine. “I never imagined the exchanges would get closed down.” When they were asked to close, he says, “It was a sudden realization that I don’t have a clue what’s going on.” These days, Woodfine finds it harder to run

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the Beijing Bitcoin Meetup he co-founded: “It’s very difficult to find speakers, because there’s not as many people passing through the country. [Before,] everyone was coming to visit OKCoin, Huobi… there was a lot of activity. Whereas now, there’s still a lot of activity going on in China, but it’s more under the radar.”

While changes have negatively impacted China’s bitcoin industry, cryptocurrencies continue to grow worldwide. The value of one bitcoin reached over USD17,000 at one point in December 2017, though it has dipped significantly since then. (At the time of print, the value was USD6,539.) The increasing popularity of cryptocurrencies has resulted in another global phenomenon: ICOs, or Initial Coin Offerings, which raise funds for new, unregulated cryptocurrency ventures (think IPO, but for digital currencies). In September, the People’s Bank of

China released a statement saying that all ICOs should be stopped immediately, and this February, the Chinese government said it would block access to all domestic and foreign ICO websites, according to the South China Morning Post. And yet, these projects still continue within China, according to Daisy Wu, who works in business development and as a CEO assistant at Xender, a China-based file transfer company that’s currently working on an ICO project. “A lot of big companies in China, even though they can’t publicize what they’re going to do with blockchain or ICO, they’re still doing it behind the scenes because they’re afraid of being left behind,” she says. “What if this whole thing pulls off and it becomes the next Internet era, and they hadn’t started to do this? It would be too late, right?” After all, China’s regulations may have stopped certain activities, but they haven’t shut down enthusiasm. Woodfine sees this firsthand at the bitcoin meetups he runs.

“We just organized an event, and we were oversubscribed three or four times,” he tells me. “We ran out of seats and had a bunch of people standing at the back of the room. And then there was a massive waiting list on Meetup[.com]. I was getting messages all week on WeChat from people who couldn’t get tickets.”

Woodfine isn’t the only one in China who remains enthusiastic about the future of cryptocurrency. Even Wu sees regulations against ICOs like her company’s in a positive light:

“It’s actually good news for us because, once the government starts to regulate [cryptocurrency], we see this as a sign of it going legal.” If there’s one Beijing-based bitcoin company that’s done well since 2016, it’s Bitmain, the world’s largest bitcoin mining hardware producer.

“Bitmain hasn’t been affected much [by China’s regulations] because Bitmain isn’t one of the exchanges. We make bitcoin mining machines, and we’re still doing that,” says Nishant Sharma, international marketing manager for the company. “Our business is only booming compared to 2016, because the price [of bitcoin] skyrocketed after that, and our sales volumes followed that price.” While the company he works for is doing well, Sharma does acknowledge that the environment for bitcoin-related companies in China has changed. When it comes to mines – warehouses full of computers specially-made to retrieve bitcoin from the global blockchain – fewer people are choosing to set up in China, “because of regulatory uncertainties.” Ultimately, he believes the epicenter of bitcoin innovation is moving elsewhere in the world – but that that’s okay, as it will spread the adoption of cryptocurrency globally. “I think my faith has solidified even further, because it’s picked up so much mainstream adoption,” he says, smiling.

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STYLE Curvaceous Top

Yuyao boutique hotel breathes the natural landscape into its rooms, p24

So Shady P22

SPOTLIGHT

KAI-LI MA

Model, TV Presenter and Founder of Mopsi Ever since she was discovered by a modeling agency at the age of 13, Hamburg native KaiLi Ma has appeared in the TV commercials, billboard ads and fashion shows for some of the world’s biggest brands. Earlier this year, the Shanghai-based model established her own streetwear label Mopsi, which is named after an anti-social ‘Unipig’ that she created.

You began your modeling career at age 13. What was your first job like? A modeling agency owner approached me on the streets of my hometown when I was 13. I was very skeptical at first, but two weeks later, they booked me for my first job, where I played a tourist in an ad for the election. I later signed with an agency in Hamburg when I turned 17, and became a full-time model after I graduated from university. For models, are there any notable differences between working in China versus other countries?

The biggest difference is that, a lot of times, clients and agents in China don’t see the value of building a long-term relationship. They are just looking for ways to do things as cheaply as possible. However, there are some really cool benefits about working in China, too. As a freelancer, I have direct access to clients and don’t have to go through an agency like in other parts of the world. On top of that, it’s easier for me to branch out into other fields like producing, acting and hosting. What are some of the most memorable projects that you’ve done recently?

I just did a TVC for Nike that was directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, who also shot the movie Drive. It was one of the most exhausting and physically demanding shoots I have ever done because I had to sprint through little alleyways for three days straight, which

“Mopsi is the perfect representation of me” translated to just 1.5 seconds on screen. But the outcome is totally worth the pain. You just launched your own streetwear brand, Mopsi. What’s the inspiration behind it?

I have always worked in fashion but have always been particularly drawn to streetwear. My inspirations come from my ’90s upbringing. All the products I have made, my art direction and the brand voice are directly influenced by my own personal taste and style. Can you tell us about Mopsi the Unipig, and how you came up with it?

Pigs are my spirit animal. Three years ago, I designed a ‘Unipig’ (a unicorn-pig hybrid) to use as a tattoo on my ankle, and I later realized it also works really well as a brand logo. Mopsi is a human-hating, misanthropic Unipig. She is the perfect representation of me.

How has your experience as a model helped in the process of developing your own brand? I have worked with many brands over the years, so I’ve been able to see how they operate and their ways of doing business. Combining my modeling experience and my MBA degree in fashion, I’m taking everything that I learned to develop Mopsi in my own way, while trying to stay as authentic as possible by making only items that I would personally wear and love. What’s next for the brand?

We’ve got our pop-up launch party on Sep 8 at Kaffiend on Fengxian Lu. Then, we’ll be hitting new retail spaces and markets and rolling out some new products in the fall. See Kai-Li’s portfolio and clips at kaili.info; Visit mopsitheunipig.com to see her products.

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STYLE RADAR UNDER THE LENS

COVET

Cristiano Ronaldo Goes ‘Sneaker Shopping’ in Beijing

Supreme’s Dragon Work Jacket

During his China publicity tour for Nike last month, Ronaldo filmed an episode of Sneaker Shopping at Beijing’s Stadium Goods. During the show, which aired on August 14, the world-renowned Portuguese footballer shared stories behind some of the sneakers he owned as a kid, and how they inspired his recent collaborations with the Swoosh. In the end, the world’s highest-paid athlete made it rain and picked up seven pairs of shoes (all Nikes and Air Jordans, of course) for a whopping total of RMB23,498.

Like previous seasons, New York streetwear brand Supreme’s FW18 collection release caused another stir in the fashion world. One of the most eye-catching pieces this time around is the Chinese-inspired ‘dragon work jacket’ featuring a large embroidered dragon that wraps around the front, back and sleeves of the coat. Available in black and red (with matching pants too!), these are available on the brand’s online store (and probably on Taobao soon). > supremenewyork.com

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OVERHEARD

“[We] have reached a mutual agreement to an early termination” … says Topshop in a written statement about their partnership with ShangPin. In early August, various news outlets reported that the British fashion label’s partnership with the Beijing luxury retailer had come to an end, meaning their plans to open 80 brick-and-mortar stores across the Chinese mainland will no longer be happening. This short-lived working relationship began in 2014 when Topshop first sold its products on ShangPin.com, and later also via Tmall. Topshop’s August 9 statement says its China-based customers will still be able to make purchases via these ecommerce channels until Nov 30, but they’ll have to turn to Topshop.com and Topman.com thereafter. The statement adds that the company still considers China a hugely significant market for development, and is currently exploring opportunities to further grow the brands here.

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DAYTRIPPER

Miaowan Island

ake a one-hour fast train from Guangzhou, followed by an hour-long swaying ferry ride and another heart-pounding hour on a speed boat and you’ll find yourself on the scenic island of Miaowan, which translates roughly to ‘temple bay.’ Resting to the southeast of Macau, and about 25 nautical miles from Hong Kong, Miaowan Island is a small plot of land in the South China Sea that is renowned for its pristine beaches and azure water. Under the administrative control of Zhuhai (a city rightly known as the ‘city with a hundred islands’), the island has attracted mainlanders over the past decade looking to escape the craziness of urban life for a secluded retreat. Deserved or not, Miaowan’s

plentiful natural resources have earned it the moniker ‘China’s Maldives.’ There to capitalize on the island’s marine goodies is a small population of Cantonesespeaking fisherman (roughly two dozen households). Small businesses are run by the local population in Maiowan Village, which sits on a rock outcrop that is connected to the main island via a concrete bridge. Amid the barking of dogs and the whistle of seagulls, villagers set up their metal-mesh fish traps, using a mixture of bread, shrimp and fish, on the quay. Near the shoreline, a beacon built in 1884 by the British draws the attention of selfie snapping tourists. The sandy surface of the beach is littered with visitors and tents are

pitched before the clear waters of the island, where swimming, snorkeling and sea urchin scavenging are all underway. Fishing is allowed on Miaowan Island and the coral reefs off the coast are home to an array of tropical fish species. If you don’t have cooking equipment to cook your catch, restaurants run by hospitable islanders will prepare your seafood for a reasonable price. Scuba diving courses are available and are run by a licensed dive instructor who moonlights as a server at a local restaurant. Paying RMB100-200 for a meal at one of the island’s eateries may seem steep, but it’s worth noting that some of South China’s freshest and cleanest seafood is served here – and it’s well worth a sample. In addition to food, restaurants also rent out tents at RMB150 per night. Hostels with air conequipped rooms range from RMB200-300, though electricity is only generated at night and a cool, fresh water shower will cost you an additional RMB10. It’s recommended to visit the island in September or

October, when the threat of typhoons diminishes. Remember to bring sunscreen, mosquito repellent and trash bags. Also, perhaps most importantly, cell phone service here is nonexistent, so prepare for a social media detox. TZ

How to get there: From Guangzhou: Take a fast train Guangzhou South to Zhuhai Station. Once you arrive in Zhuhai, you’ll need to take a ferry from Xiangzhou Port or Hengqin Port to Dongao Island, from which you’ll transfer to a speed boat for the remaining leg of the journey to Miaowan. From Shenzhen: Ferries to Dongao Island, a transfer point en route to Miaowan, are available at Shekou Port in Shenzhen.

*Book a two-day trip to Miaowan Island in advance on zh-piao.com (0756-860 9991).

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LIFE & STYLE | FASHION

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LIFE & STYLE | ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

CURVACEOUS TOP

This Yuyao Boutique Hotel Breathes the Natural Landscape into Its Rooms Words by Dominic Ngai, Photos by Chen Hao and Song Xiaodan

Project name: Yuyao Treewow Tribe Location: Yuyao, Zhejiang Area: 80 square meters Design company: Monoarchi The brief: With its gentle green slopes, bamboo forests and calming river sounds, Yuyao’s Siming Mountain is an idyllic location for a weekend getaway for urban dwellers. As such, a Shanghai-based architecture firm was enlisted to design the Yuyao Treewow Tribe, a two-story treehouse-like boutique hotel at the base of the mountain, where guests can relax and soak in the nature. > monoarchi.com

The 8-meter-tall circular structure is composed of a wooden structure on top, supported by steel columns in the lower half. Part of the wooden platform is ‘floating’ above a nearby creek and overlooks an old tea factory across the river. 24 | GZ | SEPTEMBER 2018 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM

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Fifty-seven trusses of different thickness and lengths are installed around the base of the building to support the curvy roof.

The curvy roof was designed to maximize the connection between the propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interior space and its surroundings. From the ground-floor living room to the bedroom upstairs, guests can enjoy a 360-degree view of the surrounding mountains and bamboo forest through different windows and balconies.

The rooftop balcony offers a panoramic view of the natural landscape.

In addition to framing the picturesque scenery, the design of the roof provides privacy for guests.

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ARTS Maybe Noise

The avant-garde new label seeks innovation in all its forms, p32

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Nordic Sunshine P30

DRUMROLL

RENÉ BALCER

Director of Above the Drowning Sea Interview by Yannick Faillard

Above the Drowning Sea, a new documentary by René Balcer and Nicola Zavaglia, highlights the escape of European Jews from Nazicontrolled Europe to Shanghai on the eve of World War II. At the center of the film are the Jewish survivors, the welcoming people of Hongkou and Ho Feng Shan, the Chinese consul in Vienna who issued Chinese visas for refugees. Balcer, who’s best known as the head writer and executive producer of Law & Order, tells us about his latest venture into the documentary genre, and why the heroism depicted in Above the Drowning Sea is more relevant than ever today. Why did you branch off from TV writing to documentaries? I actually started my career making documentaries and branched off into feature films and television some 30 years ago. Of late, I felt drawn back to documentaries for the creative freedom it affords me.

What are some differences in directing and writing for a fictional show like Law & Order versus a documentary? The biggest difference is, in documentaries, you don’t really control anything. Your interview subjects don’t work for you, so you are completely at the mercy of their schedule. You are riding a wild tiger for the entire production. What do you personally think sets your film apart from others?

Our documentary gives people hope and a direction. An African artist once told me that you can make art that shows people as what they are, but you can also make art that shows people as what they could be. Our film falls into the latter category. Above the Drowning Sea documents a part of history not known by many. Why did you take on this subject? My wife’s family is from Shanghai. She

“The actions of a single person can change history” learned this story from her parents, and I learned it from her. When we first visited Shanghai in the ’90s, one of the places we went to was Hongkou and what is now the Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum. Back then, it was simply a repository for archives presided over by a Mr. Wang, who had lived in the area during the war and knew the story of the refugees firsthand. Why was Shanghai a viable option for refugees fleeing from Nazi-occupied Vienna?

Because Shanghai was in the midst of a civil war and a foreign invasion, there was no one in charge of checking the visas and passports of new arrivals. Shanghai was an ‘open’ city – if you could get there, you could get in. But because of Nazi regulations, you could not leave Austria without a visa from a country willing to take you, nor could you buy a boat ticket without such a visa. Luckily, the Chinese consul in Vienna, Ho Feng Shan, defied his own government and began to issue visas to the refugees. What were relations like between local residents and the refugees?

The residents of Hongkou felt that the refugees were in the same ‘soup’ as them: they were poor and struggling to survive. It should also be noted that anti-Semitism was unknown in China, so the Shanghainese had

no reason to persecute the Jews – in fact they felt a kind of kinship with these refugees: just as they themselves were being persecuted by their Japanese occupiers, the Jews had been persecuted by the Nazis.

Was giving Ho Feng Shan the recognition that he deserves a reason for shooting this documentary? We felt that his actions should be celebrated, and they could serve as inspiration for anyone who might be inclined to do something about the current refugee crisis, but might feel that one individual can’t have much impact. Ho serves as a reminder that the actions of a single person can change history. How relevant is this episode in history to us today?

The lessons of the Shanghai Jewish refugee experience are as relevant now as they were then. In 1938, no country wanted these refugees for a variety of reasons, many of them racial. At the time, American president Franklin Roosevelt warned that there may be spies and saboteurs among the refugees. Echoes of these anti-refugee sentiments are heard in the speeches (and tweets) of the current American president, and in the pronouncements of certain European leaders. abovethedrowningsea.com

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COLL AGE COMING TO A THEATER NEAR YOU

Pelé: The Birth of a Legend

SEPTEMBER 8

The producers of Friday Night Lights and Apollo 13 gave us fast footwork and a Brazillian backdrop with the biographical film Pelé. The movie tells the true story of the legendary footballer who was instrumental in Brazil’s 1958 FIFA World Cup win. Touching on heavy themes like patriotism and class politics, the film chronicles Pelé’s journey to becoming one of the most famous athletes of all time while documenting major events that shaped Brazil’s political and social landscape over the 20th century.

SEPTEMBER 8

Alpha: The Wolf’s Way Home

Set in prehistoric times, Alpha tells the story of a young boy named Keda (Kodi Smit-McPhee) who meets an injured wolf and nurses it back to health. No longer with their original tribes, the two form their own pack and brave the harshness of the Ice Age together. Keda’s journey into manhood is marked by this unlikely friendship, wide vistas and life-threatening animal encounters in a coming of age film unlike any other.

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TRANSCRIBED

“I want the ministry of broadcasting to boycott and punish you accordingly!” … says an enraged Weibo user regarding Fan Bingbing’s alleged tax evasion scandal. Earlier this summer, the Qingdao-born actress was accused of signing what’s known as a ‘yin-yang contract,’ an illegal but common practice that splits an actor’s or actress’ exorbitant salary in order to avoid paying taxes. In response to the growing concerns over the film industry’s financial dealings, video streaming platforms Youku, Tencent Video and iQiyi have recently announced a cap on how much they’ll be paying their actors. In the future, no more than 40 percent of the production budget of their movies or TV series will go toward onscreen talents. While a cap on salaries might hinder the casting process for upcoming projects, only time will tell whether these measures will have a positive effect on the movie industry’s growth.

HAO BU HAO

Hao Hong Kong will be sending their first female artist to the 2019 Venice Biennale. Based in Los Angeles, Shirley Tse is well known for her process-based themed projects spanning multiple disciplines such as installations, photography and video. The Guggenheim Fellowship for Creative Arts recipient will work with curator Christina Li for the Italian exhibition, which will be on view from May through to November of 2019. Let’s hear it for the ladies.

Bu Hao

Several Chinese app stores said goodbye to Bilibili last month when the anime-centric video platform was temporarily removed for inappropriate content and “internal optimization,” according to the Xiaomi app store. Prior to its Irish exit, Bilibili had been publicly criticized for sexually explicit content, explicit language and the suggestion of inappropriate relationships between family members. While many voiced their concerns with the platform’s content regulation, a majority of its 100 million plus registered users were disappointed by its disappearance and hoped for its quick return. Following the removal, the company announced that it has established a new content review facility in Wuhan, and plans to open a third later this year. The app’s disappearance didn’t affect users that had already downloaded it, but Bilibili’s sudden removal elicited a 10 percent stock plummet on Nasdaq just hours later, and speaks to the difficulty that content regulation poses for social platforms in China.

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WHAT’S NEW

Five Facts About Comedian Huang Bo

If you didn’t catch him in his latest flick (The Island) or on this year’s CCTV New Year’s Gala, you’ve probably spotted comedian Huang Bo peddling used cars: “Renrenche secondhand car direct sales start NOW!” Here’s how he went from singer to star to shouting slogans through a megaphone. Huang’s entertainment career started early: as a precocious middle schooler, he began singing in bars and later formed his own band, Blue Sandstorm. As a young actor, Huang struggled, once getting only 12 words in the 2001 TV series Black Hole. Huang’s breakout film was the award-winning comedy Crazy Stone (2006). It was followed by Crazy Racecar two years later, with a second sequel – Crazy Alien – slated for an early 2019 release. Some pundits dubbed 2013 ‘The Year of Huang Bo’ for his multiple prominent film appearances, including a starring role in Stephen Chow’s Journey to the West. Huang is known primarily for his down-to-earth comedic talent as well as his ability to pull in ticket sales in “the age of xiaoxianrou.”

Chinese Captain The story of Chinese pilot Liu Chuanjian is being made into a movie produced by Bona Film Group. The working title? You guessed it: Chinese Captain. The Sichuan Airlines aviator made headlines this past May when he safely landed a plane with a broken windshield and his co-pilot partially sucked out of the cockpit. Liu has been compared to Captain Sully, the American pilot who successfully landed a plane on the Hudson River in 2009, and the incident was later made into a movie starring Tom Hanks as the protagonist. While they’ve yet to announce who will be playing Liu, it’s safe to assume that it won’t be the two-time Academy Award winner. (Sorry Tom).

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ARTS | MUSIC

NORDIC SUNSHINE Swedish Rock Band The Royal Concept on Their Evolving Sound and Returning to China By Dominic Ngai

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n a warm, sunny afternoon, a group of jovial young men and women are seen diving into a swimming pool and dancing their way into night. Fireworks are set off and the party continues on a dancefloor, with confetti raining down on them. In the background, heartbeat-like percussions, dreamy synthesizer and a powerful voice belts out some catchy lyrics, “We are young, we are one, let it shine for what it’s worth…” This is a scene from the music video of The Royal Concept’s 2013 hit single, ‘On Our Way’ – a song that was chosen by EA Sport’s FIFA 14 as part of the videogame’s soundtrack, and later covered by the cast of Glee in a season 5 episode. Such endorsements allowed the Stockholm-born fourpiece rock band’s signature youthful “sunny pop” sound with electronic elements to extend its reach way beyond Sweden, and into the TV and smartphone screens of millions of gamers and viewers. “That’s a big mystery for us, but we’re very happy about it,” says David Larson, The Royal Concept’s vocalist and guitarist, of their popularity halfway across the world in Asia. His energetic vocals, along with the captivating rhythms and beats courtesy of lead guitarist Filip Bekic, bassist Magnus Robert and drummer Povel Olsson, weave together a wall of sound that has been likened

to indie bands such as Phoenix, Foster the People and The Strokes – a comparison that Larson admits makes them “quite happy.” In particular, Larson counts the New York-based rock band as one of their biggest musical influences. “The Strokes were the best thing that happened when we were teenagers. They brought [guitar-driven, indie-rock sound] into the new millennium, which wasn’t an easy thing to do back in the late ’90s and early 2000s.” Around the same time, Larson met his bandmate, guitarist Filip Bekic, while they were attending a jazz high school in Stockholm. The duo later befriended Robert in college. “[The three of us] got so tired of being educated; the only thing we wanted to do was play rock-’n-roll. We felt like we needed to drop out of school, so we did,” Larson told Interview magazine in 2012. Olsson came on board shortly thereafter as an album producer, and eventually joined as the band’s final member. The foursome’s first album, Goldrushed, was released in 2013, and included hits like ‘On Our Way,’ ‘D-D-Dance,’ and ‘Damn.’ “Goldrushed reflected our youth,” Larson says, reflecting upon their humble beginnings. “The music was happy, danceable pop songs with lyrics about being

[Our new album] is definitely the richest and dreamiest music we’ve made

hopelessly in love with the wrong girl.” The Royal Concept’s sophomore release, a five-track EP titled Smile, came in 2015. “[Smile] was definitely influenced by our time living in Los Angeles. There’s something about the whole atmosphere with the sunshine and musical heritage,” explains Larson. While the hooks of some songs, such as the lead single ‘Fashion,’ remain as catchy as their earlier work, tracks like ‘Hurricane’ see the band experimenting with a heavier, groovier ’80s dance-pop vibe in the arrangements. After Smile, the band has been busy touring around the world. Just last summer, they completed an eight-city China tour, and one particular incident stood out to Larson as the most memorable. “We’re big fans of spicy food, so right before our Shenzhen show, we had dinner in a hotpot restaurant. That night, one of us (who shall remain anonymous) had to run off stage to the bathroom four times,” he jokes. When they were not on the road, however, the foursome had also been working on new material for their upcoming third album, which Larson says will be released this fall. He teases, “We let our imagination run a little further this time. It’s definitely the richest and dreamiest music we’ve made so far.” This month, The Royal Concept will be back in the Middle Kingdom for 10 shows, stopping off in major cities like Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Beijing, Chengdu, Wuhan and Shanghai. For high school friends Larson and Bekic in particular, the relationship they’ve built over their entire musical career, as well as having the opportunity to discover the world together, is something very special. Looking back at their decades-long friendship, Larson notes, “From writing songs in my parents’ apartment, to forming the band and getting a record deal, to moving to the US and going on tour together… our dreams actually came true. And, we are still not tired of each other yet!”

Fri Sept 21, 8.30pm; RMB120 presale, RMB150 at the door. Mao Livehouse, 1/F, Zhongzhou Trading Center, Huizhan Nan Wu Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区会展南五路中州交易中心1楼

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MAYBE NOISE

The Avant-Garde New Label Seeks Innovation in All Its Forms By Erica Martin

s a project years in the making by three of Beijing’s foremost underground artists, new record label Maybe Noise has already injected the city’s music scene with a healthy dose of controlled chaos. Maybe Noise began life in a different form nearly a decade ago, as an offshoot of major label Maybe Mars. This new version is an independent project run by Yan Yulong, the multi-instrumentalist frontman of Beijing psych-rock band Chui Wan, Zhang Shouwang, a composer and founding member of seminal Beijing rock band Carsick Cars, and Shengjie, a composer, audio/visual artist and founder of SHAN Studio. The trio is pooling their formidable talent to showcase “the best, most interesting, and most challenging compositions from Beijing’s avant-garde contemporary music scene,” according to their official announcement, with a focus on boundary-blurring and experimental endeavors. “Maybe Noise is not confined to any particular, fixed style of music,” explains Yan, whose ambitious Chui Wan album, The Landscape the Tropics Never Had, was one of last year’s best releases. “I think ‘experimental’ refers to the attitude of making music, while ‘avant-garde’ is about the theory and research behind it.” Further evidence toward Yan and Zhang’s essential role in music on a national scale is that they were both selected to perform last month with Welsh icon John Cale during his Shanghai performance for the Velvet Underground’s 50th anniversary show. Their electrifying renditions of ‘White Light / White Heat’ and the night’s closing song ‘Sister Ray’ 32 | GZ | SEPTEMBER 2018 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM

almost literally brought down the house, as audience members in the usually somber Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Hall streamed down from the balcony seats and rushed the stage to dance along. Amidst all these other projects, Maybe Noise launched in an official capacity back in May, with a performance of their debut vinyl release, Píng Zè (平仄) at the Magnet Theatre in Beijing. Performed by Zhang Shouwang on synthesizer and guitar and Yan Yulong on violin and guitar, the concert showcased the slippery, unsettling intensity of the label’s first output. “We actually worked on it for a long time,” says Yan of Píng Zè, which he and Zhang first performed in an earlier form back in 2012. “But the core elements were identified from the very beginning, such as long notes, randomness, and switching between harmonic and abrasive tones.” Shengjie, who creates much of the group’s visual and multimedia material and directs Yan and Zhang in their related performance group Maybe Ensemble, was behind the imagery and stage direction for the debut show. Her background in boundary-crossing art informs much of the trio’s most innovative goals for their first year of releases, with a special focus on collaboration with other underground artists. “In addition to our friends in Beijing, we also hope to be able to open the boundaries of performance through modern technology,” says Shengjie. “For example, a friend who is not in Beijing can send us one of his compositions, and we can play

his works here. Or, if the time is right, we can even make the composer virtually present by streaming an online video.” At the end of June, Maybe Mars dropped their second release, Chui Wan at the Museum, a recorded live performance at Beijing’s Minsheng Art Museum. It’s a far cry from Chui Wan’s usual psych-rock but retains what the album info calls “the slowflowing underground river that informs the band’s sound from the bottom up.” Tense and spare, with a somber drone and ritualistic drumming, the music’s paranoia factor was apparently heightened at the live show by a bat that had gotten trapped in the building and was flying about nervously as Chui Wan played. Next on their release list this summer is the first of a Maybe Noise Live series of collaborations. What’s most impressive about Maybe Noise is that the three artists, each of whom already waist-deep in multiple projects, have committed to pushing the city’s music scene toward further uncharted audio/visual territory. The works so far toe the line between instrumental and electronic music, testing the boundaries of organic instruments and their ability to create an array of unconventional sounds. “Perhaps Beijing needs an experimental label like Maybe Noise that leans toward composition,” says Yan. “It’s a supplement [to other labels]. It brings new energy.”

maybenoise.bandcamp.com, WeChat ID: MaybeNoise

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CHINA MUSIC CORNER

Two New Homegrown Albums on Our Radar This Month

By Erica Martin

Peach Illusion EP by Peach Illusion While they may have met at Xiamen University, O.o and C.c of Peach Illusion put together their first album an ocean apart. The release of their first self-titled EP is a bedroom dream-pop gem, written, recorded and mixed while one was in Singapore and the other in Shanghai. Painting pictures as seen through rose-colored glasses, the duo has reunited and settled in the Paris of the East, with plans to work on a few artistic projects and a second album. Their urban sweetener aura and adorable pastel photo shoots are in and of themselves reasons to add them to your summer playlist, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for two of Shanghai’s newest residents. Scan the QR code to listen.

If I Only Saw It There by Sardine is Back and the Wheel is Broken If I Only Saw It There is the third album from Beijing-based experimental slow punk band Sardine is Back and the Wheel is Broken. With no rehearsal prior to recording and lyrics that were improvised on the spot, they steer clear from the sound of overproduced albums that saturate the scene. What they put down is what you get, and the gritty irregularities you find on their plugging tracks fall in line with the rougher edges of the capital’s art scene – honest, a little angry and distinctly different. Scan the QR code to listen.

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COVER STORY

Shifting Gender Landscapes in the Middle Kingdom

Words by Erica Martin, Graphics by Nadezda Grapes and MJgraphics

hen I began writing this article, my plan was to open with a reference to a survivor of sexual misconduct in China. Initially that meant focusing on any number of university cases, from the overdue retribution for the tragedy of Gao Yanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suicide at Peking University in 1998, to the successful student petition at Guangzhouâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sun Yat-sen University to dismiss Professor Zhang Peng for sexual assault on July 10. By late July, instances of victims speaking out against their attackers moved from beyond academia and into the workplace, changing the focus to NGO founder Lei Chang, prominent journalist Zhang Wen and an executive at Mobike. I realized itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a losing game to try and hinge this story on the most recently accused, whoever he may be, because its significance goes beyond the poor behavior of any one individual. As women continue posting testimonials that gain brief traction on WeChat, Weibo and even occasionally in mainstream Chinese media, two things remain constant: the entrenched gender inequality, power dynamics and lack of education about consent that lead to sexual harassment and assault, and the women and men campaigning to advance gender parity in China so that everyone can move through the world without fear of sexual violence.

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t’s difficult to pinpoint when China’s version of #metoo officially began, especially because advocates against anti-gender-based violence in China long precede the hashtag, but New Year’s Day 2018 brought a clear milestone. Luo Xixi, a former PhD student at Beihang University in Beijing, published a Weibo testimonial accusing her former advisor, Professor Chen Xiaowu, of sexual assault, becoming the first woman to publicly accuse an individual by name using a Chinese translation of the hashtag, #woyeshi (#我也是). Chen was fired 11 days later. “I think it was one of the last straws for a lot of people,” says Song Xiaoyu, a volunteer for several women’s organizations and selfproclaimed feminist, of Luo’s testimonial. “What she did was truly brave and inspirational, and a really pivotal point for the movement in China. But you also have to acknowledge all the efforts and follow-up campaigns from others. If not for them, she would have created a first wave, but there wouldn’t have been any of the follow-up waves.” In November 2017, Sophia Huang Xueqin, an independent journalist and women’s right advocate, conducted a nationwide online survey of over 400 women in media about their experiences with harassment and assault. The results were shocking: 84 percent

of the respondents said they’d been harassed or assaulted in some form, with 20 percent reporting that it had happened five times or more. “You can see how common it is. So many of us have the same experience but seldom speak out, never mind filing an official complaint,” says Huang. “We journalists are supposed to be more sensitive, more resourceful, have more of a voice, but when sexual harassment happens, we also keep silent. I came to realize sexual harassment is about power, inequality and gender discrimination, no matter who you are and where you work.” The testimonials of late July and early August 2018 do indicate that a culture of harassment exists in many industries and sectors. Experts have been surprised and impressed by the number of brave women coming forward. “Several Chinese women told me that they thought students have more liberty to speak out compared to people who are in the workforce and may be scared of losing their jobs,” says Joanna Chiu, a journalist and co-founder of women writers’ and artists’ collective Nüvoices. “It was such a pressure

Many different factors have led to a much broader awareness among young women, urban educated women in particular, about sexism and misogyny in Chinese society. And they identify it as an injustice

cooker of frustration and anger that it seems like when some people started talking about cases outside universities, more people were galvanized to speak out, too.” First coined by Tarana Burke in 2006 before it eventually became the de facto term used by survivors speaking out with their stories, #metoo originated in the US but it coincided with a gradual uptick in awareness throughout China about the need to address gender-based discrimination and violence. Journalist and leading expert on women’s rights in China, Leta Hong-Fincher, explores these issues in detail in her new book, Betraying Big Brother, which releases later this month. Hong-Fincher asserts that China’s version of #metoo is a homegrown phenomenon. “The only thing that is borrowed from outside of China is the actual hashtag,” she adds. “Over the years, many different factors have led to a much broader awareness among young women, urban educated women in particular, about sexism and misogyny in Chinese society. And they identify it as an injustice.” In fact, Chiu points out that “it’s been a trend in China for victims to turn to social media when institutions fail them for years,” referencing a 2016 case in Beijing that she wrote about for Foreign Policy in which a sexual assault survivor posted the CCTV footage of the attack online, which then went viral. For Huang, these cases and the general

lack of faith in institutions (of the respondents to her survey, 55 percent dealt with the assault by just “keeping silent and staying away”), further highlight the need for legislative support. One major piece of recent legislation in China that has had a positive effect on this issue is the Anti-Domestic Violence Law, which went into effect in March 2016. “[It] was a huge legal milestone,” says Hong-Fincher. “But in spite of its legal importance, the Anti-Domestic Violence Law hasn’t been enforced properly.” The law makes it easier for victims of domestic violence to seek legal recourse and specifically to file restraining orders, but in addition to being enforced only sporadically, it contains several blind spots. It provides no protection for same-sex couples, and though its parameters cover several types of intimidation and abuse, it does not explicitly mention sexual assault or harassment. The term ‘sexual harassment’ is noted briefly in several Chinese laws, including the Law on the Protection of the Rights and Interests of Women and the Special Rules on the Labour Protection of Female Employees, according to the South China Morning Post, but no law actually defines what constitutes sexual harassment. An entity that isn’t legally defined is much harder to fight.

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inding long-term solutions to combat sexual harassment and gender-based violence is something that advocates across the country have been doing for years. In addition to her work with women’s organizations, Song Xiaoyu volunteers her time to conduct sex education workshops for high schoolers, focusing on safe sex and an understanding of consent. She aims to end to the culture of taboo and shame around sex, which is an underlying cause of sexual violence. “I find it really liberating in a sense, because I never had that,” she says of the discussions between students in her classes. “For me, sex education in school was this: the biology teacher walks into the classroom, puts in a set of DVDs, blushes, and then just says ‘go watch this,’ and walks out. Respect of human bodies is a fundamental part of sex ed. It’s not just about the clinical parts. It’s also teaching you how to love and respect others.” For adults in the workplace, the focus is on workshops and training to increase awareness of consent and the behaviors that lead to a culture of harassment. Lilian Shen has founded several organizations in Shanghai dedicated to this topic, including Women Up, which holds workshops and panels dedicated to anti-gender-based violence, as well as Queer Talks. She also notes an uptick in feminist training courses available for hire by companies, including one she attended run

by Shanghai-based company Xi Tao. Together with co-founder Alice Xin Liu, Chiu is aiming to provide support on several fronts through NüVoices, including a crowdsourced Google doc circulating global resources for sexual assault survivors. Last month, NüVoices released their updated code of conduct and anti-harassment policy, laying out in unequivocal parameters which behaviors the organization will not tolerate. Chiu also recently collaborated with the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) for a webinar publicizing their new handbook on sexual harassment guidelines. Though it’s specific to newsrooms, the guidelines could apply to any company. “I’d highly recommend that all companies and organizations think about what they want to have in a code of conduct and then make sure that all participants and partners read and agree to the code,” she says, as companies can step in to create a safe atmosphere until legal protection catches up. At the same time that these calculated efforts to promote change are cropping up around China, positive depictions of feminist ideas are appearing in a more gradual but also more pervasive form: in pop culture and advertising. A recent example is the im-

mense popularity of Wang Ju, a contestant on game show Produce 101 who is outspoken and proudly defies China’s beauty ideal of thin, demure women, leading writer Wang Qianning from Sixth Tone to deem her “a new brand of female role model.” This is happening alongside high-profile ad campaigns that specifically target urban educated women with messages of gender equality and empowerment, like a 2016 viral ad by beauty brand SK-II that aimed to humanize China’s stigmatized ‘leftover women.’ Though arguments against this diluted corporate feminism can be valid, Hong-Fincher sees their existence as positive overall for China specifically. She notes: “Regardless of whether you think it’s good or bad for corporations to be using the idea of feminism to sell products, I think the growing number of advertisements that use women’s empowerment as a central theme indicates the enormous popularity of equal rights for women among the population at large.”

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he thing about feminism,” says Song, who passionately identifies with the label, “is that it teaches us to critically think about a lot of things, not just about women. It’s not just, ‘women want all the rights.’ Or, ‘women are man-haters.’ It’s not as narrow-minded as that! If you help women get equal rights, you are helping everyone to get equal rights.” The conversation surrounding sexual assault has evolved in innumerable ways in recent months, but one of the most notable is that it is gradually bringing awareness to mainstream society. “I think a lot of these issues used to be seen as things that only feminists talk about, but now it’s something that everyone is talking about, because people are realizing it’s not just something that affects ‘those people,’” Shen says. “It affects everyone.” Part of the focus of Shen’s work at both Women Up and Queer Talks is aimed at encouraging intersectionality and raising awareness for the fact that an issue can still be meaningful even if it hasn’t yet affected you directly. This inability to see beyond one’s own experience, pervasive in patriarchal cultures around the world, is why survivors who’ve shared their stories in years past were greeted with victim-blaming and slut-shaming rather than empathy. “There isn’t technically a term for intersectionality in Chinese,” Shen says. “When

we had this as a topic for Queer Talks, we translated it as jiaocha xing linian (交叉性理念). The concept of intersectionality isn’t necessarily widespread in China, but the idea that these issues are connected if you go down to the root of the problem – I think people understand that.” Intersectionality highlights the fact that sexual harassment affects women across the socioeconomic spectrum. A representative report from China Labour Bulletin of female factory workers in Guangzhou found that up to 70 percent had experienced some form of sexual harassment, from dirty jokes to indecent exposure. Changing entrenched sexist attitudes isn’t easy, even if perceptions may be evolving in subtle ways. Hong-Fincher notes that most of the women who are coming out with testimonials likely don’t identify as feminists, while Song points out that change is centered in first-tier cities; in her hometown, “it’s pretty much stayed the same as it was 20 years ago.” Even so, they are cautiously optimistic. Lü Pin, founder of a prominent blog called Women’s Voices and a long-term women’s rights advocate, sums it up thusly: “My feeling is that our society hasn’t changed a lot, but the young generation definitely has, especially young girls with higher education. They don’t want to endure the gender inequality of our society.”

Our society hasn’t changed a lot, but the young generation definitely has, especially young girls with higher education. They don’t want to endure the gender inequality of our society

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arlier this summer, the Shenzhen police department released a WeChat post announcing a targeted effort to decrease sexual harassment in subways, including upskirting. The post states that police are working to “defend women’s right to wear skirts,” according to a translation by That’s Shenzhen’s Jessica Ho, in a cheeky condemnation of victim-blaming culture. Last month, Hangzhou also enacted a precedent-setting series of regulations to protect minors from on-campus sexual harassment. Tackling the culture of silencing victims, it requires all staff to report harassment cases to university authorities within six hours of receiving a complaint and offers resources like legal assistance and mental health care, as reported by SupChina’s Jiayun Feng. These incremental changes serve as tiny sparks of positivity. “It’s hard for people to speak out about this topic, especially in China, where the power dynamics are so ingrained in people,” Shen says. “But everything you enjoy now, no matter where you are, everything around you, it was fought for by someone. And that has affected a lot of things. Even if it might not be measurable or direct sometimes, the effects are there.”

She mentions the work of Zhang Leilei, a Guangzhou-based feminist who campaigned to put up an anti-sexual harassment ad on public transport in 2017, but her designs were rejected and the initiative squashed. “Soon after her campaign ‘failed,’ multiple cities had anti-sexual harassment ads,” says Shen. “So it’s definitely affected people.” The most recent example of this rippling effect appeared in dramatic fashion in early August in Xi’an. WeChat account Henyou Xi’an posted an enormous billboard outside a brand new mall proclaiming in bold text: ‘Say no to sexual harassment.’ The billboard has an unequivocal pro-survivor stance, even satirizing common victim-blaming phrases like, “Good girls don’t constantly change boyfriends.” It caused an absolute sensation on social media, with passersby stopping to pose and take pictures. The most common stance was to mimic the giant red ‘X’ at the center of the billboard: groups of young men and women stood before the massive ad, holding their arms high and crossing them in front of their faces as if to say, enough is enough.

...everything you enjoy now, no matter where you are, everything around you, it was fought for by someone. And that has affected a lot of things

CITY SCENES The 33rd Anniversary of LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou (Supported by ) On August 17, the LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou celebrated its 33rd anniversary in grand fashion with its ‘Garden Hotel Partnership Gathering.’ On this special occasion, the hotel welcomed over 400 loyal patrons, partners and guests to enjoy a floral-themed banquet dinner, complete with a live performance from Guangzhou’s only Lingnan-inspired jazz band – We do Jazz, fun skits and a performance from the LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou’s new house band, Three Lines. The dinner portion of the event was particularly memorable: the hotel’s ballroom was divided into different sections (Della Lilly, Hydrangea, Daisy and Lotus), with guests in each area being served a different (and by all accounts, delicious) flower-inspired menu, skillfully executed by the hotel’s service team.

Paris Triumphs in Trophée des Champions in Shenzhen (Supported by

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Before a crowd of more than 40,000 cheering fans, all-star football club Paris Saint-Germain defeated AC Monaco 4-0, in the latest edition of the Trophée des Champions to be hosted in Shenzhen. This marked the sixth consecutive victory for the Qatari-owned team, which boasts World Cup champions like Mbappé, Cavani, and Silva among its roster. After a matched filled with explosive action and stirring defense, Shenzhen’s deputy secretary general Liu Jiachen presented the MVP award to Argentine Ángel Di María.

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he British School of Guangzhou held orientation days last month for the start of the new academic year. Parents and students gathered to meet teachers, catch up with friends and prepare for an exciting new term.

ne Light Art, an art agent company based in Shenzhen, presented a solo exhibition titled Rose last month, which showcased a collection of works by Korean photographer and artist Blue Koh.

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n celebration of the Trophée des Champions in Shenzhen, a cocktail reception was held at Oggi Enoteca Restaurant in Shenzhen, with attendance of the president of LFP Nathalie Boy de la Tour, the chief executive of LFP Didier Quillot, the consul general of the French Consulate in Guangzhou, Siv-Leng Chhuor, and the CCI France Chine.

low Life Kitchen opened its ‘elite’ branch in Guangzhou’s CBD. Much like Slow Life’s first restaurant, Elite aims to introduce patrons to the ‘rarity’ of authentic Western fare through an array of well-crafted, eye-pleasing dishes and a delectable selection of tapas.

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International Spirit

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WASABI SPUD-TACULAR We Tried Lay’s Wasabi Chips By Jesse Pottinger

The madmen at Lay’s have done it again – they’re bold, they’re zesty and they’re refreshingly different. The appetizing offspring of a lonely wasabi root and a potato that just didn’t vibe with the other spuds, wasabi chips will have you reminiscing of that brisk winter evening in rural Osaka, where you ate the finest plate of sashimi to ever grace your palate.

Okay, maybe they’re not that good. But Lay’s new wasabi flavor potato chips are absolutely worth a sample. We here at That’s are spice fanatics – the more la the better – and admittedly, these chips don’t ignite that adrenalineinducing, sinus-clearing sensation that wasabi is famous for. In fact, they’re really not spicy at all. But, while you might think that would be a deal-breaker, the chips are still quite tasty, and the flavor true to their namesake – lack of heat notwithstanding. For a fancier experience eating this American-Japanese fast food fusion, serve with soy sauce, ginger and finely sliced raw salmon. And remember, nothing screams ‘classy and refined taste’ like eating chips with chopsticks. Alternatively, we recommend cracking an ice-cold can of Asahi – or two, or three – and just kickin’ it on the sofa, bag on your lap, suds in one hand, spuds in the other. It’s worth noting that a similar chip flavor released by Lay’s, Kettle Cooked Wasabi Ginger, took first place in the company’s annual ‘Do Us a Flavor’ contest back in 2014, surpassing Cheddar Bacon Mac & Cheese, Wavy Mango Salsa and, um, Cappuccino. While we don’t know how the wasabi chips compare to the wasabi ginger version, it’s certainly a good sign when the chip lovers of America – the land of junk food – collectively give a snack their nod of approval. Bizarre chip flavors are nothing new in China. In fact, just about any kind of strange culinary combination seems to be par for the course here, but these might be Lay’s first attempt at a Japanese-inspired starchy snack in the Middle Kingdom. So, whether you’re a wasabi lover, a chip fanatic, or you just want to check one more thing off the list of foods you never thought you would consume (or even see), head down to your nearest convenience store and treat yourself to some Lay’s wasabi chips.

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OLDIE BUT GOODIE

We’re digging:

September Handmade

Poke bowls finding their way to Haizhu District with the recent launch of Kigo Poke (page 56); tasty fish at Szechwan Lane, a recent culinary addition to the Liuhua Exhibition & Trade Center, near China Hotel (page 59); Bravo’s new yearly membership program, Bravo Mug Club, which offers excellent drink deals for craft beer lovers; beloved Guangzhou taco shop Tristan’s CalMex expanding to Shenzhen; and the LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou celebrating 33 years of hospitality and culinary greatness last month.

We’re done with:

Fishy new rules saying rainbow trout can be sold as salmon; fast food chains KFC and Pizza Hut serving up fried-chicken tacos and salted egg yolk ice cream, respectively; sudden new security rules that may have just hit all bars in the Shenzhen; the sudden lack of trivia in Guangzhou.

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September Handmade’s offerings are colorfully displayed on the wall behind the serving counter, with the large images of salads, cakes and juices being what initially enticed us to enter. This eatery’s edible offerings are truly an unconventional combination: sweet, decadent cakes and hearty, fresh salads. It’s unique, and we respect it in much the same way we respect laundromats that also rent DVDs, offer payday loans and cut hair. The steak and quinoa salad (RMB38) comes highly recommended by staff, although on our visit we opted for September Handmade’s rendition of a Caesar salad (RMB38), which, put bluntly, has almost nothing in common with a basic Caesar salad. Arguably one of the most generic dishes in the world of salad, we’ve long believed the oh-so-boring Caesar is in desperate need of a revamp – and September Handmade’s salad scientists have answered the call. Made with a base of fresh mixed greens, the ‘September Caesar’ (our name not theirs) sports grilled chicken, a hardboiled egg, croutons, sliced radishes, tomatoes, red kidney beans, olives, corn, okra and thin, cold noodles all drizzled in a homemade Caesar dressing. Wash down your bowl of chicken- and

egg-topped rabbit food with a tall glass of cold lemon tea (RMB15), which is made fresh with one-and-a-half lemons and brilliantly straddles the ‘not too sweet, not too sour’ line.

Price: RMB60 (for a salad and a drink) Nearest metro: Shayuan (Exit B), 10 minutes

Shop No. 1, Zhongchuanhui Creative Park, Gexin Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区革新路139号中船汇1号仓 (137 1095 9482)

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Rock-Bottom Lobster

My Soul Hurts This cocktail was inspired by the most special person in my life. When our paths crossed, I was surprised to discover she was surviving off carrots, beer and Jameson whiskey. All the pain she was carrying somehow reached into me and from that moment I became part of her. That feeling materialized in ‘My Soul Hurts.’

Ingredients

- 15ml beer syrup - 60ml Jameson whiskey - 60ml carrot juice - dash bitters

Directions

Prepare beer syrup by setting

500 milliliters of beer to a boil. When bubbling, remove from heat and add 500g sugar. Stir to dissolve and cool to room temperature. Add syrup, whiskey and juice to a glass. Top with ice and stir to chill. Add drops of bitters and garnish with carrot slices. Avoid drunk-calling your ex.

Ladies and gentlemen, we are about to let you in on one of Guangzhou’s best kept culinary secrets: Canadian lobster for only RMB68 per crustacean. Cooked to perfection, the lobster at Zhongqingju (aka ‘CIA bar’) is the cheapest we’re aware of at any restaurant in Guangzhou. Coupled with cheap bottled beer, the lobster here goes down easy – and, at less than RMB70 a pop, you may as well order two! Open daily, 6pm-midnight; 16 Fangcaowei, Fangzhi Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区纺织路草芳围16号

This month’s cocktail comes to us from barmaster Eric, whose concoctions are featured at Shenzhen’s Magpie and Woodpecker.

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Former Beijing Expats Launch a Baijiu Brand... in America INTERVIEW BY NOELLE MATEER

aijiu, China's national liquor, is notoriously difficult for foreigners to stomach. And yet, Bill Isler has made a career of getting waiguoren to do just that. In 2014, Isler and friends started the world’s first-ever baijiu bar, Capital Spirits, ‘as a hobby’ – as of today, the bar has been featured in Lonely Planet guides and The New York Times. Now, Isler and his partners are taking their baijiu magic abroad. With famed Sichuanese distillery Luzhou Laojiao, they’ve created Ming River, a new baijiu specially for Western markets. We caught up with Isler, now based in New York and the CEO of the new company, to learn more.

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How did Ming River get started? When we opened Capital Spirits, everybody told us we were going to go out of business. But somehow we got media attention, and when Chinese distilleries saw the stories they began to fly people to Beijing to meet with us. We weren’t thinking about the timing when we opened Capital Spirits, but 2014 was the real nadir of the baijiu industry because of the government’s crackdown on public spending and corruption. [Expensive baijius were once a popular gift for Chinese officials.] Revenues were down 50 to 75 percent across the industry. So right at this time when the industry was really suffering, distilleries saw these Westerners who

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had this place in Beijing where foreigners were willingly going to drink baijiu and pay for it. So they asked, can you help us? We told them no! We told everybody, hey, thanks for coming, but this is just a hobby for us. But after seven or eight groups of these managers from distilleries came to us, we said, you know, maybe we can change our answer from ‘no’ to ‘maybe, if the price is right.’ We spoke to several different distilleries, and [Sichuan baijiu maker] Luzhou Laojiao had the most similar idea of how baijiu could succeed abroad. Luzhou Laojiao is one of the most known baijiu producers in China. What is the distillery in Sichuan like?

If you go up the Yangtze from Chongqing, you come to Luzhou. It’s a small city by Chinese standards, and the core industry is baijiu. Luzhou Laojiao employs thousands of people and they make millions and millions of bottles. The river is how Luzhou’s baijiu spread to the rest of China. There were no roads in that part of China because it’s very mountainous, so the Yangtze was the only way in and out, and Luzhou is at the highest navigable part of the Yangtze. Strong-aroma baijiu can be found all along the Yangtze river, and it started in Luzhou. They’ve been making baijiu there since the year 1573, but that’s just their oldest continuous production of specific fermentation pits – they were making baijiu there before then, too. How did you work with Luzhou Laojiao to make a baijiu for Western tastes?

Everything in the bottle is made by Luzhou Laojiao according to traditional methods, but this particular blend of distillates was developed by a team of bartenders in New York. We brought a wide range of distillates from Luzhou to New York, and gave them to a team of bartenders, and we did four rounds of revision. We did blind tastings and blendings, and then figured out different ratios of what worked best. Then we would send that back to China with feedback like, ‘We want something that’s little bit more peppery,’ or ‘Can you give us something with less anise note to it?’ Each time we did this, we’d get closer to something that we thought really worked.

[renowned NYC cocktail bar] PDT, and then was the beverage director for Momofuku. We had people tasting from [well-known New York bars] NoMad, Death & Co and the current PDT team. Because these people are very educated in spirits, each of them had had some exposure to baijiu. But most people in the US who have any idea about baijiu think they’re all roughly the same – so the most interesting thing is that all of them said this one is quite different from what they’d had before. Most of them had had either Maotai or Erguotou, which are two different ends of a spectrum of what baijiu can be. We’re very different from either one. What does Ming River taste like?

Tropical fruit. The very long solid-state fermentation process releases esters that you don’t normally get in grain-based spirits, so the most common flavor compound in it is actually ethyl hexanoate, which is most commonly found in pineapple. The main flavor notes are pineapple and other tropical fruits, and then anise and white pepper, with a slight cheesy funk to it as well. It has a very complex flavor and aroma for just sorghum-based baijiu – there are no different ingredients in it. It’s just a flavor that naturally developed throughout the fermentation process. So unlike [some other distilleries], Luzhou Laojiao is not using a blend of grains – it’s all sorghum, and a wheat-based yeast culture. How are you able to alter the character of the taste so dramatically then?

All of Luzhou Laojiao’s baijius are produced in the same way, but each individual fermentation pit will take on its own character over time. The flavor then depends on how long the spirits are aged for, which point in the distillation process

they’re moved out of the pits [and which pits the baijius come from]. So all baijius are blends of... baijiu. What is your goal for Ming River?

We are trying to build a brand, but more importantly, we’re also trying to make baijiu a recognized category of spirits. The majority of what we’re doing is educating people about baijiu. We’re doing master classes with Derek Sandhaus [one of Ming River’s partners and the author of Baijiu: The Essential Guide to Chinese Spirits] – he speaks about the 9,000-year history of alcohol in China, how baijiu came to be and the different styles. And whenever we do tastings for consumers or bartenders, we still bring out other baijiu as well. Ming River is just one point on a broad spectrum of baijiu, and I want people to understand the category in all its diversity. You’re all Americans, selling baijiu. How can you honor Chinese culture without appropriating it?

We never said we discovered baijiu. We always say we’re very lucky to work with people who’ve been making baijiu for over 400 years, and that we’re uniquely positioned to act as a bridge between them and the people who we’re talking to. We all lived in China for a long time, and we all worked with baijiu before. We're very careful to never claim ownership of it. So we’re never telling them we discovered baijiu, and I never really say we ‘made’ Ming River. I say we’re fortunate to take something that’s been around for over 400 years and put it in a new package that fits on your shelf. For more info, visit www.mingriver.com and www.drinkbaijiu.com

Who were these tasters in New York? Had they had baijiu before?

All of them are highly regarded bartenders in New York, and the team was arranged by Don Lee who was the head bartender at

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KIGO POKE Fish Outta Water By Matthew Bossons

The Place To the best of our knowledge, Kigo Poke is only Guangzhou’s second restaurant to specialize in Hawaiian poke bowls and the first of its kind in Haizhu District. Located a short stroll from Changgang Metro Station, Kigo dishes out fresh, fish-loaded bowls at prices notably lower than the competition. While seating here is limited, both the no-frills interior of Kigo Poke and the eatery’s

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small, shaded patio are a welcome respite from the seemingly nonstop hustle and bustle of the surrounding area.

The Food

Simple paper menus are haphazardly arranged at the restaurant’s front counter, each proudly displaying eight poke bowls, four smoothie bowls, two bossed-up bagels and a selection of fruity sodas and teas. On our visit to Kigo Poke, we sampled the avocado Hawaiian salmon poke bowl and the spicy mayo salmon poke bowl, both of which can also be made with tuna. The avocado Hawaiian salmon bowl (RMB55) comes packed with its namesake vegetable, onion, scallions, tobiko, pineapple, pistachios, cashews, wakame, corn, cucumbers, seaweed and fried shallots with a soy sauce and ginger dressing. It’s fresh, and the portion of raw salmon provided in the bowl is considerable – particularly when its RMB55 pricetag is compared to Guangzhou’s other poke purveyors. Virtually all the same ingredients make up the spicy mayo salmon bowl (RMB55), with only the avocado missing from the medley. The winning element in this dish, though, is the spicy mayo dressing, which offers a creeping heat and zesty smack that were notably absent in the Hawaiian bowl.

Both dishes come with a bed of white rice, which is admittedly our only complaint: the added texture of a five-grain rice mix would take these bowls from great to cloud-touching culinary excellence. While you should definitely visit this new spot for the poke bowls, there are other edibles on offer. For the health-conscious, we suggest ordering the dragon fruit, strawberry and blueberry smoothie bowl (RMB38), while carb cravers would be wise to try a Sichuan spicy sausage cheese bagel (RMB42), topped with spicy shards of sausage, cream cheese and tomatoes. Wash your meal down with a fruit smoothie (RMB22-26) or house-made berry soda (RMB18).

The Vibe

Friendly staff and the clean, simple interior make Kigo Poke a relaxing spot to unwind with a good book, or to tackle that work assignment you’ve been procrastinating on. Price: RMB40-60 Who’s going: pescetarians, curious Changgang locals Good for: fishy food, lean and clean eating Nearest metro: Changgang (Exit D), 2 minutes Open daily, 10am-10pm; 243 Changgang Zhong Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区昌岗中路243号 (8920 2291)

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SLOW LIFE KITCHEN ELITE Taking Organic Food to the Next Level By Tristin Zhang

The Place Wholesome edibles crafted with organic ingredients have gained traction in Guangzhou over the past couple years, with diners in the city taking an increasingly health-conscious approach to dining. Slow Life Kitchen popped up last summer to cater to this growing market, and this month we are excited to announce the brand is expanding with the opening of Slow Life Kitchen Elite. We assumed the word ‘elite’ in the name of the restaurant, housed in an office building near K11 mall, represents a focus on the well-heeled, white-collar folks that prowl Guangzhou’s CBD. But it turns out the slight change of name simply reflects an upgrade of ambience, which we credit to comfortable furniture and swanky tableware.

The Food

Much like Slow Life’s first restaurant, Elite aims to introduce patrons to the ‘rarity’ of authentic Western fare through an array of well-crafted, eye-pleasing dishes and a delectable array of tapas. Highlights from the tapas menu include

the highly-recommended Spanish-style garlic shrimp (RMB75), a full-flavored dish with thumb-sized crustaceans steeped in a sour and spicy soup, as well as the roasted asparagus and scallops with truffle cream sauce (RMB90), which mashes up flavors to deliver a juicy yet delicate mouthful of shellfish. For appetizers, the roasted root vegetables and avocado with Italian aged balsamic vinegar (RMB50) stands out for both its presentation and preparation: baby carrots, mushrooms, greens and avocado are paired with an appetizing vinegar that leaves diners craving more. Like its predecessor, Slow Life Elite leans toward the Spanish palate and classic seafood paella (RMB228), which must be ordered in advance, is hard to miss on the menu. It’s priced at RMB228 for two reasons: the rice dish is big enough to feed four grown adults, and the amount of seafood topping the dish is generous. Meat lovers should go with the roasted New Zealand shin beef with black vinegar, mushrooms and garlic butter (RMB168), which just might delight your palate with its rich flavor. Plus, wait staff will offer to cube it for you. For RMB55, we recommend finishing your dinner with an epic dessert: the pistachios genoise, pistachios mousse, raspberry jelly and white chocolate ice cream.

On the boozy side of things, a selection of fine, Spanish, French and Italian wines – red and white – are on offer. Or, cruise up to the bar top and ask the eatery’s handsome mixologists to make you a Slow Life (RMB58).

The Vibe

Set in a large, open space, the restaurant at first glance resembles a high-end cafeteria for office workers. But don’t let that fool you, Slow Life Elite is a well-appointed and laid-back place to stop and smell the scallops. And when compared to the rushed scenes outside, viewed from its floor-to-ceiling windows, diners are sure to appreciate the restaurant's ‘slow’ enjoyment of life even more. Price: RMB150-200 Who’s going: the downtown white-collar, businesspeople Good for: a taste of Spain, slowing down Nearest metro: Huacheng Square (Exit B), 5 minutes Open daily, 10am-10pm; Shop 205, 2/F, Kaihua International Center, 5 Xiancun Lu, Tianhe District 天河区冼村路5号凯华国际中心二楼205铺 (2818 7263)

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JIANGZI JAPANESE CUISINE Funkalicious Fresh Fish By Matthew Bossons

The Place

The Food

Through Jiangzi Japanese Cuisine’s large front windows, a colorful collage of Japanese artwork, advertisements and posters are clearly visible on the restaurant’s large and open ground floor. Walking past, it looks like a cool spot to dine, and the poster-covered walls remind me almost immediately of a less-quirky version of celebrated Vancouver sushi shop The Eatery. As an unrepentant fan of raw seafood – and a Vancouverite nostalgia-hungry for Eatery-esque vibes – it was inevitable that I would at some point find myself dining at Jiangzi. Located in Haizhu’s Zhongchuanhui Creative Park (which is also home to Diaoxi Haichan, the Japanese eatery that lets you fish for your dinner from their giant indoor boat), Jiangzi is nearest to Shayuan Metro Station and a short stroll from Taigucang Wharf. To the best of our knowledge, this restaurant is the second Jiangzi Japanese Cuisine in Guangzhou, with the first location operating near Beijing Lu. (Note: Jiangzi Japanese Cuisine does have a mezzanine area, although it was not open when I visited).

Browsing the menu here is done on a metal tablet that weighs enough it to easily double as a weapon in the event a sake-fueled brawl breaks out. Standard Japanese fare abounds: sashimi, nigiri, tempura and ramen, although rolls are strangely absent from the menu. The salmon nigiri (RMB17/two pieces) and salmon and tuna sashimi (RMB39 per order) arrive quickly, and the cuts of fish all taste fresh with a silky mouthfeel. The spicy ramen noodles, while not bad, do leave something to be desired, particularly when compared to the heavenly pork and kimchi ramen served next door at Diaoxi Haichan. The subtle spice is pleasant, but the portion of protein seems meager considering the dish’s RMB45 pricetag. Faring better than the ramen is the braised salmon rice bowl (RMB39), which comes with a drizzle of soy sauce in a scalding hot bowl (you’ve been warned). Prepared with the same fresh salmon utilized in the sashimi, this tasty rice dish also boasts tobiko, seaweed, cucumber and corn, and reminds us of Kigo Poke’s Hawaiian salmon poke bowl, only served hot and without avocado.

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The mixed tempura (RMB46), normally one of my favorites, is hampered at Jiangzi by an excess of grease and heavy application of batter. In my humble opinion, the culinary centerpiece at Jiangzi is the sashimi. While it is difficult to say with certainty how fresh seafood really is in Guangzhou, the quality of raw seafood here leads me to believe the chefs have a hot hookup on daily seafood shipments from the Land of the Rising Sun.

The Vibe

With vibrant, poster-covered walls, Jiangzi Japanese Cuisine is a funky and undeniably fun spot to dine. Staff are friendly and upbeat, and on my recent visit the restaurant’s open dining area was full of patrons happily chatting away over tea and tuna. Price: RMB100-150 Who’s going: funkalicious fish lovers Good for: fresh seafood, rad ambiance, fun dates Nearest metro: Shayuan (Exit B), 10 minutes Open daily, noon-11pm; Zhongchuanhui, 139 Gexin Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区革新路139号中船汇 (8944 8897)

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SZECHWAN LANE

Cue the Diana Wang, and the Sweat By Tristin Zhang

The Place With a minimalist decor modeled on that of a traditional Sichuan courtyard – bamboo and stone lanterns adorn the glass-fronted eatery – Szechwan Lane is a bistro specializing in the cooking of homestyle Sichuan fare. A recent culinary addition to the Liuhua Exhibition & Trade Center, near China Hotel, Szechwan Lane welcomes patrons through a large red door complete with Chinese-style brass knockers. Separated by gray, cement walls, two dining areas are arranged to accommodate diners – one set ablaze by midday sunlight and the other dimly lit and semi-private.

The Food

sour fish at Szechwan Lane (RMB68) comes served with pickled cabbage, chilies and lemon, all in a broth that blends spice a with tongue-numbing finish. Also recommended here are the popular charcoaled frogs with peppers and onions in a copper pot (RMB68) and the classic spicy rabbit with peppers (RMB68), both of which promise to crank your meal up a couple of notches. The jelly-like liangfen (RMB8), a favorite dessert of folks in Sichuan and Chongqing, comes with an array of additional ingredients here, including hawthorn fruits, raisins, peanuts and medlars, and serves as a nice balance to Szechwan Lane’s heavily seasoned mains.

The Vibe With Diana Wang playing on loop and friendly waitresses attentively serving each table, Szechwan Lane is a casual and relaxing spot to dine. Despite its unfamiliar location, this spicy bistro is a spot that demands to be experienced!

Price: RMB100-150 Who’s going: in-the-know diners, gua laowai Good for: spicing up a meal, spicy and sour fish Nearest metro: Yuexiu Park (Exit C), 10 minutes

Open daily, 11.30am-10pm; 1/F, Hall No. 2, Guangzhou Liuhua Exhibition & Trade Center, 17 Liuhua Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区流花路117号流花展贸中心2号馆1楼 (8352 5183)

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Saint Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra Classical

Music

Peyman Yazdanian

Piano/Persian music

HEAR Dua Lipa China Tour Dream Pop/R&B

UK superstar singer-songwriter Dua Lipa is bringing her much-anticipated China debut tour to Guangzhou this September. As the most streamed female artist on Spotify, her soulful single ‘Be the One’ reached the top 10 on music charts in a dozen European countries. Later on in her career, Lipa broke the record in the US for Billboard’s longest run on the Pop Songs Chart at 42 weeks. Reserve your tickets for the British songstress’ live Guangzhou concert this September. Tue Sep 11, 8pm; RMB380-980. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, 259 Dongfeng Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区东风中路259号中山纪念堂 (en.damai.cn)

To the delight of classical music lovers, Russia’s historic Saint Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra is performing in town this month. As the oldest orchestra in Russia, they have stood the test of time, performing under different names during different periods of Russia history. At Xinghai Concert Hall this month, the renowned orchestra will play under the baton of Russian maestro Yuri Temirkanov, performing romantic works by Sergei Rachmaninoff. Sun Sept 9, 8pm; RMB380-1,880. Xinghai Concert Hall, 33 Qingbo Lu, Ersha Island, Yuexiu District 越秀区二沙岛晴波路33号星海音乐厅 (400 108 8808, concerthall.com.cn)

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Having composed music for films, plays and multimedia productions, Iranian pianist and composer Peyman Yazdanian is well-known in the West for his tasteful interpretation of traditional Persian music and oriental tunes. His musical works are like auditory collages, with elements deconstructed and rearranged through post-production to become a new piece of art. Persian musical elements constitute most of his work, but Yazdanian is not afraid to experiment and explore other musical styles. Thu Sept 13, 8pm; RMB180-680. Xinghai Concert Hall, 33 Qingbo Lu, Ersha Island, Yuexiu District 越秀区二沙岛晴波路33号星海音乐厅 (247tickets.com)

Therion Synphonic

Metal

Novelists Metal

A rising star in the progressive metal scene, the Parisian band Novelists arrives in Guangzhou with a loyal fan base and extensive experience on the road. Though they sing in English, sophomore album Noir anchors them in their French roots. Catch Novelists this month at SD Livehouse! Sat Sept 8, 8.30pm; RMB120 presale, RMB160 at the door. SD Livehouse, Building No. 7, Huacheng Wangshi Creative Area, 132 Gongye Dadao Bei, Haizhu District 海珠区工业大道北 132号花城往事创意园7栋 (showstart. com)

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Considered a pioneer in the symphonic metal genre, the time-tested Swedish band Therion, formerly known as Blitzkrieg and Megatherion, has been rocking onstage with their magnetic music since being formed in the late 1980s. While initially dedicated solely to death metal, the band later incorporated orchestral elements, such as choirs and classical musicians. Therion’s live performances are a sensory overload and we suspect Guangzhou’s headbangers will be out in full force! Wed Sept 5, 8.30-10pm; RMB240-460. T:union, 361-365 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Yuexiu District 越秀区广州大道中361-365号东方花苑1层凸空间 (showstart.com)

Slowdive Shoegaze

Time to Eat … with French Artists! Exhibition

SEE Tordre Contemporary

Dance

A highly sought-after English band, Slowdive harnesses the best attributes of dream pop, shoegaze, ambient and indie rock to create a sound wholly their own. The group has been around since the late 1980s, but has been relatively inactive on the recording front, that is, until last year. In 2017, Slowdive released Slowdive, their first album in 22 years. This month, the band visits Chinese fans in Guangzhou as part of their second tour of the Chinese mainland. Thu Sept 13, 8.30pm; RMB300 presale, RMB350 at the door. Mao Livehouse, 1/F, Zhongzhou Trading Center, Huizhan Nan Wu Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区会展南五路中州交易中心1楼 (247tickets.com)

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This contemporary dance performance by French choreographer Richid Ouramdane is a haunting duet, in which two female dancers perform intensely physical solos, painting their captivating self-portraits with hypnotic, repetitive gestures and finding their identities in the process. The performance opens mischievously with upbeat music before carrying on with an intimate and more fragile story. Sun Sept 30, 7.30pm; RMB80-280. Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District 天河区珠江西路 1号广州大剧院 (3839 2888, gzdjy.org)

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The Royal Concept China Tour 2018 Pop rock

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Food is a defining feature of our civilization, and as such, it’s also a cultural issue. As well all major social issues, artists are at the forefront of the conversation and are working to share their vision and interpretation of the world. Time to Eat… with French Artists! presents the works and reflections of 15 contemporary French artists with six themes: eating, buying, modifying, growing, raising and preserving, moving from the food chain to the chain of creation. This eco-designed touring exhibition intends to travel to all major Chinese cities, stopping off in a wide range of venues, from libraries and shopping malls to art centers and heritage sites. The exhibit will be staged in Guangzhou from midSeptember until November 18 at Art23. Tue-Sun Sept 16-Nov 18; 2-6.30pm (Tue-Fri), 11am-7pm (Sat-Sun); RMB20 (free entry on Wed). Art23 Contemporary Art Gallery, 23 Qiming San Malu, Yuexiu Distric 越秀区启明三马路23号Art23当代艺术馆

Cats Musical

The Royal Concept is a Swedish band founded in 2010. They first received worldwide attention with their hit single ‘D-D-Dance,’ but it wasn’t until 2013, when their song ‘On Our Way’ was covered in season five of Glee, that the quartet became more widely known. Their latest album Smile is an upbeat and energetic record. Fri Sept 21, 8.30pm; RMB120 presale, RMB150 at the door. Mao Livehouse, 1/F, Zhongzhou Trading Center, Huizhan Nan Wu Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区会展南五路中州交易中心1楼 (247tickets.com)

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Cats is one of the longest-running shows in West End and Broadway history. Since its premiere, it has been presented in over 30 countries, translated into 15 languages and seen by over 73 million people worldwide. With “timeless music, spectacular sets and a superb cast” (Daily Mirror), breathtaking choreography and, of course, the unforgettable song ‘Memory,’ Cats is a magical musical like no other. Tue-Sun Aug 30-Sept 16, 2.30pm/7.30pm, RMB280-1,380. Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District 天河区珠江西路1号广州大剧院 (3839 2888, gzdjy.org)

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Stomp Dance

Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and other household trinkets become grand instruments whenever Stomp takes the stage. Fusing comedy and dance, as well as musical and theatrical performances, Stomp has electrified audiences around the globe for more than two decades. Book your tickets now to experience this invigorating show. Tue-Sun Sept 5-16, 3pm/8pm; RMB80380. Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theater, 1229 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District 天河区广州大道中1229号广东演艺中心剧院 (juooo.com)

Rent Musical

The musical that defined a generation by exploring the lives of a group of young artists in New York's East Village, Rent comes to Guangzhou for the first time as part of its 20th Anniversary Tour. The show is groundbreaking for its celebration of diversity, its powerful themes of empathy and friendship, and its captivating lyrics and score. Rent broke new ground in its depiction of racially diverse and queer characters, and it also humanized the homeless community, grappling with ideas about how these downand-out young artists were still privileged in comparison. These themes, combined with its dynamic rock opera score, earned the show four Tonys and the 1996 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Wed-Sun Sept 26-30, 2pm/7.30pm; RMB180-780. Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theater, 1229 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District 天河区广州大道中1229号广东演艺中心剧院 (juooo.com)

Flamenco Carmen Dance

Carmen, an intense love story by French composer Georges Bizet, is an honestly and accurately interpreted by Carmen & Matilde Rubio Company through flamenco. The Murcia-based dance company has brought their riveting performances to stages around Spain and Europe at large, earning rave reviews from both flamenco aficionados and fastidious critics. See the charm of Flamenco Carmen for yourself when it’s staged in Guangzhou this month. Sat Sept 22, 8pm; RMB180-680. Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theater, 1229 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District 天河区广州大道中1229号广东演艺中心剧院 (247tickets.com)

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Krasnoyarsk National Dance Company of Siberia Dance

The Krasnoyarsk National Dance Company of Siberia will visit Guangzhou this month, performing a total of 14 select choreographic works reminiscent of the great traditions of Siberia. Comprised of talented, skilled dancers, the famous dance company is hailed as one of the three best of its kind and regularly performs at important occasions. Fri Sept 21, 8pm; RMB80-680. Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theater, 1229 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District 天河区广州大道中1229号广东演艺中心剧院 (damai. cn)

Tailor Made by The Train Theater Puppet & Prop

One day, a tailor received a note: "Your mission is to sew a coat by midnight. The size does not matter, but it must fit perfectly." Come join in the magical adventure of the tailor and discover for whom the coat was made. Winner of Israel's Interdisciplinary Play of the Year and Puppet & Prop Design Award for Children's Theater 2014, the play has been performed and enjoyed worldwide. Sat-Sun Sept 1-2, 8-9, 10.30am/ 3.30pm; RMB180. Pororo Theater, 3/F, Block A, Fuli Haizhu City, 11 Jiangnanxi Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区江南西路11号富力海珠城A区3层 Pororo乐园剧场 (damai.cn)

Artisan Cake by The RitzCarlton, Guangzhou

Legendary Mandarin Grill in Guangzhou Set Menu

TA S T E Grand Mid-Autumn Festival

Mid-Autumn Festival is more than a festival, it’s a chance for family reunions and mooncakes are an essential component of the autumn months. To celebrate this occasion, Grand Hyatt Guangzhou’s is offering five classic and stylish mooncake hampers, which range in price from RMB168-668. For more information, call 186 2087 5056 or 83961234 ext. 3198. Daily until Sept 23. Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, 12 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District 天河区珠江西路12号广州富力君悦大酒店 (186 2087 5056, 83961234 ext. 3198)

Mid-Autumn Family Reunion Dinner at Langham Place

You now don’t have to take a two-hour train journey to savor delicacies and signature dishes at Mandarin Grill + Bar at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou is set to welcome diners with a culinary journey at The Taikoo Lounge as the legendary restaurant’s Chef de Cuisine Simon Guthridge takes up residency from September 19-22. During his four-day visit, Chef Guthridge will offer diners a four-course lunch and an eight-course dinner set menu that demonstrate his culinary reputation and prowess. For dinner, Chef Guthridge will prepare a lobster bisque and tarragon cream as the amuse bouche, followed by confit and smoked salmon with crab, caviar and buckwheat blinis, Japanese prawn tartare, blue lobster thermidor, duo of braised wagyu short rib. The finishing touch comes with the Comté with Waldorf salad, then banoffee cake with caramelised banana and vanilla ice cream. Wed-Sat Sept 19-22, noon-2.30pm, 6-9pm; RMB368/RMB568 with wine paring for lunch, RMB800/ RMB1,228 with wine pairing for dinner, all prices are subject to 15 percent service charge. The Taikoo Lounge (Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou), 389 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District 天河区天河路389号广州文华东方酒店 (3808 8881)

The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou’s magnificent patisserie is ready to create indelible moments for your next celebration. Hotel Executive Pastry Chef Calvin will present a world of pastries infused with traditional elements using his stunning skills, creativity and view of life. A fine selection of cake will be beautifully packaged for guests to take home as gifts. Daily ongoing, 9am-midnight; from RMB388. Pear Lounge, The RitzCarlton, Guangzhou, 3 Xing’an Lu, Tianhe District 天河区兴安路3号广州富力丽思卡尔顿酒店 (3813 6638)

Give Me Five Happy Hours

The elite culinary team at Langham Place, Guangzhou have prepared two set meals to help you and your loved ones celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival. Both meals feature delectable Chinese dishes: ‘Golden Blossom’ is price at RMB988 for four (RMB200 per additional diner), while ‘Full Moon Folklore’ costs RMB2,388 (RMB298 per additional diner). This promotion runs from September 1 till 24. For more information or to reserve a table, call 8916 3588. All prices are subject to 15 percent tax/service fee. Daily until Sept 24. Ming Court, Langham Place, Guangzhou, 638 Xingang Dong Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区新港东路638号广州南丰朗豪酒店 (8916 3588)

The recently renovated Roof Top Bar at LN Hotel Five is adorned with brand new flooring, and boasts a relaxing ambience and beautiful panoramic views of the Pearl River, which makes the bar a perfect retreat to spend a laid-back evening. On the 5th, 15th and 25th of the month, choose from a selection of five bottled beers, each priced at only RMB5, or enjoy a free flow of house wine at RMB55 per person. Call 8931 0505 for more information. Sept 5, 15, 25, 5.30-9.30pm. Roof Top Bar (LN Hotel Five, Guangzhou), 277 Yangjiang Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区越秀中路277号广州岭南五号酒店 (8931 0505)

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Give A Voice to Animals Lecture

DO Towards Sustainable and Healthy Agriculture Even though the intensification of agriculture has tremendously increased the quantity of available food in recent decades, it has at the same time taken a considerable environmental toll: surging greenhouse gas emissions, declining biodiversity as well as soil and water pollution. With the planet’s human population expected to soar to nine billion by 2050, we need to find a better way to secure food in a sustainable manner. This month, the well-known ‘Prince Gardener,’ Prince Louis Albert de Broglie from France, will meet with Guangzhouers to discuss the link between health, healthy eating and the environment. Sun Sept 23, 7.30pm; free entry. Fangsuo Commune, Shop MU35, TaiKoo Hui, 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District 天河区天河路383号太古汇MU35铺方所书店

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To combat the idea that history is the sole preserve of humans, French historian Eric Baratay began to study and document the stories of members of the animal kingdom. Combining written archives, images and ethological and environmental knowledge, Baratay pushes the boundaries of written history, offering new biographies – stories drawn from life or fragments of life – constructed around the feelings, perceptions and experiences of animals. Through Baratay’s work, we come to see animals in a completely different light: the giraffe of the Jardin des Plantes; Stevenson Modestine’s donkey; Warrior, a horse involved in World War I; Islero the bull, who caused the death of matador Manolete; Consul and Meshie, two humanized chimpanzees; and the dogs Lazarus and Bummer. Thu Sept 20, 10.30am; free entry. Topic: Animals in the First World War. French International School of Guangzhou, 62-70 Shangshui Jie, Caibing Zhong Lu, Jinshazhou, Baiyun District 白云区金沙洲彩滨中路尚水街62-70号广州法国国际学校 Thu Sept 20, 7pm; free entry. Topic: Telling History for Individual Animals. Jinnan University, 601 Huangpu Dadao Xi, Tianhe District 天河区黄埔大道西601 号暨南大学 Fri Sept 21, 7.30pm; free entry. Topic: The History of Pet Cats. Fangsuo Commune, Shop MU35, TaiKoo Hui, 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District 天河区天河路 383号太古汇MU35铺方所书店

HONG KONG & MACAU CALENDAR HK

SEPT 4-9 TUE-SUN

Beyond The Barricade, 7.45pm weekdays 4pm & 8pm Sat-Sun; HKD395-695. The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (www. beyondthebarricade.com.hk) Four stars of Broadway and London’s West End unite for a powerhouse performance of the greatest showtunes from the last half century. The blockbusting two-hour show features hit songs from The Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Wicked, Miss Saigon, West Side Story, Chicago, Hamilton, Mamma Mia, and many others, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Misérables.

End of the World (Sekai no Owari), 8pm; HKD588-888. Star Hall, Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre The four childhood friends behind one of Japan’s most popular pop outfits play their distinct roles. Group leader Nakajin takes guitar, Fukase lead vocals and group conception, Saori piano and stage production, with masked clown DJ LOVE in charge of sonic palette and comedic stage banter. After sell-out shows in the Nissan Stadium and a team-up with Clean Bandit, they’re bringing their infectious J-pop back to Hong Kong.

SEPT 16 SUN

SEPT 8 SAT

Semiramide, 5pm; HKD210 adult HKD180 student/senior. Béthanie Theatre, HKAPA Béthanie Landmark Heritage Campus, Pok Fu Lam (www.themetinhongkong.info) Rossini's dazzling masterpiece makes a rare appearance at the New York Metropolitan Opera House – and thanks to The Met: Live in HD, it appears in telecast in Hong Kong as well. After nearly 25 years the opera returns with Maurizio Benini conducting an all-star bel canto cast. Angela Meade stars in the title role as the murderous Queen of Babylon, with Elizabeth DeShong, Javier Camarena, Ildar Abdrazakov and Ryan Speedo Green completing the stellar cast.

SEPT 12 WED

UK Comedy Master Jimmy Carr, 6pm; HKD488-888. Rotunda 3, Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre, Kowloon (+65 6324-0764) The man The Guardian calls “a comedy hero for our time” gathers his best jokes and some new material for his ‘Best Of, Ultimate, Gold, Greatest Hits World Tour.’ Over a decade and a half, Jimmy Carr has performed nine sell-out tours, playing nearly 2,000 shows to over 2 million people across 4 continents. He’s won the British Comedy Award for ‘Best Live Stand-Up Tour’ and now you can experience his very best, all in one show.

SEPT 1, 8, 15, 24 & OCT 1

SEPT 28-OCT 28

29th Macau International Fireworks Display Contest, 9pm/9.40pm. Coastline in front of Macau Tower (fireworks.macaotourism.gov.mo) Macau’s skyline will glow this September as fireworks from the city’s annual fireworks display burst above the Special Administrative Region. One of the city’s most highly anticipated events, the Macau International Fireworks Display draws thousands of spectators each year seeking a visual thrill and romantic evening on the coast. This year, teams from the Philippines, Korea, Japan, Belgium, Italy, France, Portugal, Germany, Austria and China will display their best explosives.

32nd Macau International Music Festival, various times and venues; MOP100-700. For specific programs, please visit www.icm.gov.mo. For more than 30 years, the Macau International Music Festival has hosted exhilarating performances featuring a range of international artists for music lovers to enjoy. This year’s edition will enchant with classic masterpieces, as well as works of ethnic appeal, presented by local and visiting virtuosi. Don’t miss it!

MON, TUE, SAT

The Killers, 8pm; HKD888. AsiaWorld Expo, Lantau (2629 6218) After selling over 25 million albums worldwide and headlining all of the world’s top festivals, the Killers’ newest studio album, Wonderful Wonderful, landed at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 after last September’s release. With harddriving hits like ‘Mr. Brightside,’ ‘Somebody Told Me,’ and ‘Run for Cover,’ fans in Hong Kong are in for an incredible show.

DAILY

SEPT 7-9 FRI-SUN

SEPT 19 WED

ONGOING

Giselle by Teatro alla Scala Ballet Company, 2.30pm/8pm; MOP150380. Macao Cultural Centre (macauticket.com) The greatest of all romantic ballets, Giselle tells the story of a peasant girl who dies of a broken heart after discovering her lover is betrothed to another. Produced by Teatro alla Scala, one of the oldest ballet companies in the world and as esteemed as the Paris Opera Ballet, Giselle features many of Italy’s most talented ballerinas in a breathtaking rendition of the 19th century classic.

Giant Panda Spectating, 10am-1pm, 2-5pm; MOP10. Seac Pai Van Park (macaupanda.org.mo) You don't have to go all the way to Sichuan to watch cute, clumsy giant pandas. Kaikai and Xinxin, along with their children Jianjian and Kangkang, await visitors right at our doorstep at the Macau Giant Panda Pavilion in Seac Pai Van Park. Also dwelling in the park are the lovable red pandas.

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HOTEL NEWS NEWS ‘Lifetime Vows Ceremony’ – Wedding Show at Crowne Plaza Guangzhou Zengcheng On August 5, a magnificent, oceanthemed wedding show – ‘Lifetime Wows Ceremony’ – was held in the ballroom of the Crowne Plaza Guangzhou Zengcheng.

Marriott International Debuts Four Points by Sheraton Guangdong, Heshan Marriott International, Inc. announced the grand opening of Four Points by Sheraton Guangdong, Heshan on July 28. Located in Jiangmen, Four Points by Sheraton Guangdong, Heshan is the only Marriott brand hotel in the area. The opening of the hotel will further enhance the brand influence of Four Points by Sheraton, while accelerating the market share for Marriott International in the Pearl River Delta.

The hotel boasts 2,000 square meters of meeting and banquet facilities, including 10 meeting rooms and the pillar-less, 7.4-meter-high Grand Ballroom with a river view, which is able to accommodate 450 people and 45 tables.

William Chea Appointed General Manager of Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich recently announced the appointment of William Chea as the hotel’s general manager. With more than 32 years of extensive hotel experience, Chea has been devoted to his hospitality career, exceeding financial targets while maintaining a high level of guest satisfaction and talent development. He will lead the already outstanding team to a greater level, meet the ever-changing needs of today’s customer and further showcase the charms of Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich.

Fulvio Lancione Appointed as Executive Sous Chef at Grand Hyatt Guangzhou Fulvio Lancione was selected as Western executive sous chef at Grand Hyatt Guangzhou on August 23. Hailing from Italy, Lancione has been working in the culinary field for more than 25 years. With his various culinary experiences and creations, there’s no doubt that he will bring an authentic Italian gastronomy experience to local gourmet diners.

Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou Unveils Sustainable Seafood Delicacies with MSC Certification From August 9 to 19, Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou presented three exclusive menus at its Wok Too Café and Michelin Plate-winning Summer Palace. The aim of the promotion was to encourage sustainable consumption at the dinner table. On the occasion of World Oceans Day, Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts announced it had received full Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Seafood Chain of Custody certification (CoC) for all its 53 properties across the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong. The hotel group initiated the certification program as part of its sustainable sourcing strategy and commitment to the protection of future seafood supplies.

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PROMOTIONS LN Hotel Five 3rd Anniversary Celebrations As LN Hotel Five celebrates its third anniversary, special packages are available throughout the month. Stay at the river-facing Executive Room with rates starting from RMB888 plus service charge and enjoy Guangzhou’s charming nightscape with two complimentary tickets to the Pearl River evening cruise. Enjoy 30 percent off the delectable dim sum dishes served at Tea 5 and signature baijiu cocktails at Roof Top Bar. For more information, call 8931 0505 or email rsvn@LnHotelFive.com.cn. LN Hotel Five, 277 Yanjiang Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区沿江中路277号广州岭南五号酒店 (8931 0505)

TRAVEL DEALS Rosewood Sanya’s First Anniversary with a Series of Offer Rosewood Sanya, the first resort property of ultra-luxury Rosewood Hotels & Resorts on the Chinese mainland, marks its first anniversary with a series of celebratory packages and dining offers until September 16. Book your stay at the best rates offered for two nights or more, pay an additional RMB1, and you can stay in an Ocean View Pool Room or Pool Suite while receiving a RMB821 credit to be used in any of the hotel’s distinctive restaurants and bars, treatments at Sense, A Rosewood Spa, or on transportation to the airport or the island’s cultural hot spots. Also included is a welcome platter of Sanya’s freshest tropical fruits, daily breakfast for two and sunset cocktails in HAI Bar, the highest lounge on the island, with a breathtaking ocean view. Exclusive anniversary set menus will be on offer until September 16 at RMB821. Rosewood Sanya, 6 Haitang Bei Lu, Sanya 三亚市海棠北路6号三亚保利瑰丽酒店 (0898-8871 6666)

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UNCOVERING THE MYSTERY OF MCC So what do we mean by MCC? Like the word ‘Hoover,’ a brand name for a vacuum cleaner, we have come to refer to premium sparkling wine as ‘Champagne,’ the brand name for all sparkling wines coming from the Champagne region of France made using the ‘Traditional Method.’

Examples of Traditional Method sparkling wines are Champagne, Cava, Cremant, Italian Metodo Classico (Franciacorta and Trento). Prosecco for example is tank fermented so less costly to produce and will therefore have a different pressure level and bubble, which adjusts the taste.

We have selected the below Traditional Method wines for you to taste this month:

Colmant Sec Reserve NV MCC (aged 24 months)

This slightly off-dry wine shows plenty of freshness on the palate, along with ample structure and lingering notes of citrus and sun sweetened apple. Perfect as an aperitif or an accompaniment to a charcuterie or Asian cuisine.

Pascual Toso Sparkling MCC (aged 9 months) A beautiful expression of a Chardonnay sparkling wine with citrus and wild flower aromas. Fresh and gentle on the palate, this fruit driven wine displays aromatic notes and is perfect for a pre-dinner drink or to be enjoyed with most foods. Incredible value for money for a Traditional Method wine. Where to find these wines: Fuel French Restaurant offers Pascual Toso MCC by the bottle and you can order these wines as well as numerous other Traditional Method bubbles for home delivery from www.thewinepeople.cn

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LISTINGS FOOD & DRINK 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); Shop MW01-03, 05, Central Zone, Mall of the World, 89 Huacheng Dadao, Tianhe District (8709 6033) 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 ; 3) 天河区花城大道 89 号花城汇 MW01-03, 05 商铺 Aroma Bistro Shop 117, 1/F, Voka Street, 460 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (185 0200 1416) 天河区天河北路 460 号沃凯街首层 117 铺

and foreign palates. Enjoy a gratifying meal, with a menu that boasts a wide range of appetizers, soups, pastas and both meaty and marine-filled mains. On the occasion of The Eating Table's 2-year anniversary this past October, Michelin-starred chef Michel Portos has crafted a series of appetizing dishes for this winter. Shop 401, 4/F, GTLand Winter Plaza, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城高德置地冬广场 4 楼 401 室 (8398 0860) 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

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383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (2808 6333) 宝莱纳 , 天河区天河路 383 号太古汇广场 L307 Rebel Rebel 42 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District (8520 1579) 天河区体育东路 42 号

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）

Join the Bravo Mug Club to enjoy the following benefits: 1) points earned on every RMB1 spent at Bravo; 2) an exclusive pint glass; 3) four E-vouchers that can be redeemed for house brewed beer; and so much more! Annual membership costs RMB288. Visit Bravo for more details. Bravo Shop 114-115, 6 Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城华就路 6 号 114-115 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 The Eating Table With seats for more than 200 diners to explore gastronomy at a less frenetic pace, The Eating Table's warm, alluring design enlivens the senses. The owner, who spent years in Melbourne, has ensured that the food delivers to both local

Hooley’s Irish Pub and Restaurant 1)101, 8 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3886 2675); 2)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) 中山市兴中道7号颐嘉苑2卡 In·Side·Out By Threedrops 3/F, 10 Xietianli, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (0757-8203 1400, 189 885 25470) 佛山市禅城区岭南天地协天里10号3楼T

Slow Life An organic, health-conscious Western restaurant that excels in Spanish cuisine, Slow Life aims to be a place where guests can take a break from their busy schedules to visit with friends and family over a feast of delicious fusion dishes. Shop 107, 1/F, Gaozhi Dasha, 120 Huangpu Dadao Xi, Tianhe District; Shop 205, 2/F, Kaihua International Center, 5 Xiancun Lu, Tianhe District 天河区黄埔大道西120号高志大厦首层107铺 (3788 7173, 3788 7172); 天河区冼村路5号凯华国际中心二楼205铺 (2818 7263) 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

M9 Restaurant Lounge Shop 112, 9 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3802 0171)

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 603-604 Bellaire Medical Center Rm 302D, Fuli Park, 28 Machang Lu (3891 0511/ 24-hr 152 1881 8990), Bellaireclinic.com 贝利尔诊所，天河区珠江新城马场路富力公园28 商业区302D

Dr. Sherily Xiao Master of Medicine. 20 years of TCM & Acupuncture & Massage & Physiotherapy Experience. Only for appointment. Fulai Garden, 23 Xi Liu Xiang, Shuiyin Zhi Jie, Shuiyin Lu, Yuexiu District（Tel: 137 1052 6617; E-mail: xiaoshuilan@hotmail. com) 越秀区水阴路水阴直街西六巷23号福莱花园

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

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HEALTH

Deron Dental 3905-3909/F, Tianying Plaza East Tower, No.222 Xingming Lu, Tianhe (3886 4821,www.kaiyiyk.com) 德隆齿科诊所，广州市天河区兴民路 222 号天盈广场东塔 39 楼 3905-3909

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

Paulaner Bräuhaus L307, 3/F, TaiKoo Hui,

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 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

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 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

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）粤天地 112-116 号铺

Eur Am Medical & Dental Center 1/F, North Tower, Ocean Pearl Bldg, 19 Huali Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng (3758 5328, 24hr urgent care: 137 1041 3347, www. Summer House Directly behind the

eurammedicalcenter.com) 广州康辰医疗 , 珠江新城华利路 19 号远洋明珠大厦北座首层 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) 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; Email: 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 iBorn Clinic Rm 2202-2203, Qiaoxin Kingold Century, 62 Jinsui Lu, Tianhe District ( 3736 2020/ 24-hr 3736 2110) 爱博恩综合门诊天河区珠江新城金穗路侨鑫金融中心2202-2203 iBorn Women’s & Children's Hospital No.6 Longkou Dong Lu, Tianhe District (2811 6375/185 2018 8335) 广州爱博恩妇产医院 , 天河区龙口东路 6 号 Sing Health Medical 2 Xian Cun Rd, Zhu Jiang New City, Tian He District, Guangzhou, Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, SatSun 9am-3pm, Tel:3739 2500 Open Every Day 广州新宁门诊，天河区珠江新城冼村路 2 号 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

LIFESTYLE 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 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

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 Merchant Hill, Dongyi Lu, Panyu District (3925 5321, www.cisgz.com) 广州加拿大人国际学校，番禺区东艺路招商金山谷 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 Canton Global Academy 4 Chuangjia Road, Jinshazhou, Baiyun District, Guagnzhou (180 2401 1757) 广州寰宇外籍人员子女学校 , 广州市白云区金沙洲创佳路 4 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 Eclipse English Education 18D, No.368, Tianhe Bei Road, GZ (Tel:38780382,18922769713) 爱誉英语, 天河北路, 368号, 18D Guangzhou Nanfang International School No. 1, Yucuiyuan North, Yinglong Lu, Longdong, Tianhe District (3886 6952, 3886 3606, Fax: 3886 3680, www.gnischina.org) 广州南方外籍人员子女学校，天河区龙洞迎龙路瑜翠园北一号 ISA International School Guangzhou Block C2-2, 128 Yuancun Siheng Lu, Tianhe District (8890 0909, info@isaschool.com) 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 Stone Eden Nursery School A316, Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District (8852 6503, info@ stoneedennursery.com) 英诺儿英国早托 , 天河区珠江西路 1 号广州大剧院 A316 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 Trinity International Kindergarten 663 Huacheng Dadao, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (8558 3287) 圣心国际幼稚园, 天河区珠江新城花城大道663号 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

HOTEL Chimelong Hotel Panyu Dadao, Panyu District (8478 6838, gz.chimelong.com) 长隆酒店 , 番禺区番禺大道 Chimelong Hengqin Bay Hotel Hengqin New District, Zhuhai (0756-299 8888, www. chimelong.com) 长隆横琴湾酒店 , 珠海市横琴新区

True Pilates China Studio provides Pilates & Gyrotonic lessons for everyone. Add: 503-12 Huajiu Road, Zhujiang New Town （South of GZ American Consulate) www.truepilateschina.com 18620076022 珠江新城华就路 12 号 503

Chimelong Penguin Hotel Hengqin New District, Zhuhai (0756-299 3366, www.chimelong.com) 长隆企鹅酒店, 珠海市横琴新区

EDUCATION

China Hotel, A Marriott Hotel 122, Liuhua Lu (8666 6888) www.MarriottChinahotel.com 中国大酒店 , 流花路 122 号

American International School of Guangzhou (AISG) 1) 3 Yanyu Nan Lu, Ersha Island (8735 3393); 2) 19,Kexiang Road Luogang 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

Chimelong Circus Hotel Hengqin New District, Zhuhai (0756-299 3399, www.chimelong.com) 长隆马戏酒店, 珠海市横琴新区

Conrad Guangzhou 222 Xingmin Lu, Tianhe District (3739 2222) 广州康莱德酒店，天河区兴民路222号 DoubleTree by Hilton Guangzhou 391 Dongfeng Lu, Yuexiu District (2833 7215; 2833 2888) 广州希尔顿逸林酒店 , 越秀区东风路 391 号 Grand Hyatt Guangzhou 12, Zhujiang Xi Lu,

Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (8396 1234 www.guangzhou.grand.hyatt.com) 广州富力君悦大酒店 , 天河区珠江新城珠江西路 12 号 Guangzhou Marriott Hotel Tianhe 228 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (6108 8888) 广州正佳广场万豪酒店，天河区天河路 228 号 Langham Place Guangzhou 638 Xingang Dong Lu, Haizhu District(8916 3388) 广州南丰朗豪酒店 , 海珠区新港东路 638 号 LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou 368, Huanshi Dong Lu (8333 8989, www.thegardenhotel. com.cn) LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District 广州花园酒店 , 越秀区环市东路 368 号花园酒店 (8333 8989) LN Hotel Five, Guangzhou 277 Yanjiang Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District （8931 0505）广州岭南五号酒店，越秀区沿江中路 277 号 Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou 389 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3808 8888) 广州文华东方酒店 , 天河区天河路 389 号 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 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 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 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 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

CONSULATES 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

2603 / 2238 2604; Fax: 2238 2605) 珠江新城华明路 13 号华普广场西塔 2411 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  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 France Rm 1901-1907, Central Tower (Kaihua International Center), 5 Xiancun Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (www. consulfrance-canton.org; Tel: 2829 2000; Fax: 2829 2001) 法国驻广州总领事馆，天河区珠江新城冼村路 5 号凯华国际中心 1901-1907 室 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 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 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 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 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 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 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

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

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

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

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

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 Canada 26/F, Tower 1, Taikoo Hui, 385 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (Tel: 8611 6100, Fax: 8667 2401) www.guangzhou.gc.ca 加拿大领事馆，天河区天河路 385 号太古汇一座 26 楼 Colombia Unit 12, 36/F No 5, Zhujiang West Road, Tianhe, Guangzhou (8883 4826, cguangzhou@cancilleria.gov.co) 哥伦比亚驻广州总领事馆，珠江西路 5 号广州国际金融中心主塔写字楼 36 层 12 单元 Cuba Rm 2411, West Tower, Huapu Plaza, 13 Huaming Lu, Zhujiang New Town (Tel: 2238

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 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 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 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 Peru Unit 01 on 32/F 5 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe (Tel: 6184 6244; Fax: 6631 1804) 秘鲁驻广州总领事馆，珠江西路5号广州国际金融中心主塔写字楼32层01单元 Philippines Rm 706-712 Guangdong Int’l

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LISTINGS Hotel, 339 Huanshi Dong Lu (Tel: 8331 1461; 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 Poland 63 Shamian Da Jie (Tel: 8121 9993; Fax: 8121 9995) 波兰领事馆，沙面大街 63 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, Kingold Century, 62 Jinsui Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (Tel: 3833 0450; Fax: 3833 0453) 瑞士领事馆，天河区珠江新城金穗路 62 号侨鑫国际金融中心 27 层 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 (of-

fice)/ 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 Turkey Rm. 23A, Development Center Building, 3 Linjiang Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3785 3466, bkesmen@mfa.gov.tr) 天河区珠江新城临江大道 3 号发展中心 23A 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

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE American Chamber of Commerce Suite 1801, Guangzhou International Sourcing Center, 8 Pazhou Dadao Dong, Haizhu District (Tel: 8335 1476; Fax: 8332 1642; amcham@amcham-sunthchina.org) www. amcham-southchina.org 美国商会，海珠区琶洲大道东 8 号广州国际采购

中心 1801 室 Australian Chamber of Commerce Rm1714 -15, Main Tower, Guangdong International Building, 339 Huanshi Dong Lu (Tel: 2237 2866; Fax: 8319 0765; mail@austcham-southchina.org). www. austcham-southchina.org 澳洲商会，环市东路 339 号广东国际大厦主楼 1714 – 15 室 BenCham, Benelux (Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg) Chamber of Commerce in China, Pearl River Delta, Floor 34, 208 Teem Tower, 208 Tianhe Lu (155 2118 2708 ). 荷比卢商会 , 天河路 208 号粤海天河城大厦 34 楼 www.bencham.org British Chamber of Commerce Unit 2201B, International Financial Center, 5 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District ( Tel: 8331 5013; Fax: 8331 5016; events@britchamgd. com) 英国商会，天河区珠江西路 5 号国际金融中心 2201B European Union Chamber of Commerce Rm 2817, Tower A, Shine Plaza, 9 Linhe Xi Lu, Tianhe District (Tel: 3801 0269; Fax: 3801 0275) 中国欧盟商会，天河区林和西路 9 号耀中广场 A 塔 2817 室

Xincheng, Tianhe District (2916 5535) 天河区珠江新城珠江东路 32 号利通广场 8 层 02 单元 German Chamber of Commerce 1903 Leatop Plaza, 32 Zhujiang Dong Lu, Tianhe District (Tel: 8755 2353; Fax: 8755 1889; chamber@gz.china.ahk.de) china. ahk.de 天河区珠江东路 32 号利通广场 1903 室 Italian Chamber of Commerce Rm 948, Office Tower, the Garden Hotel, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu ( Tel: 8365 2682; Fax: 8365 2983) 意大利商会，环市东路 368 号花园大厦 948 房 www.cameraitacina.com China-Philippines Chamber of Commerce Rm 1613, Main Tower, Guangdong International Hotel, 339 Huanshi Dong Lu (8331 1888-71613; Fax: 8331 1983; E-mail: cpcc2005@21cn.com) 中国菲律宾商会，环市东路 339 号广东国际大酒店主楼 1613 室 Spanish Chamber of Commerce Rm. 1305, 13/F, Main Tower, Guangdong International Building, 339 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District (Tel: 3892 7531; Fax: 3892 7127; www.spanishchamber-ch.com) 越秀区环市东路 339 号广东国际大厦主楼 1305 室

French Chamber of Commerce in South China (CCIFC) Room 802, 8/F, Leatop Plaza, 32 Zhujiang Dong Lu, Zhujiang

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THE WISDOM OF CHINA The Stories of Zhuangzi and Sunzi Continuing with his The Wisdom of China series, writer Xu Yuanxiang dives into the lives and teachings of great Chinese philosophers Zhuangzi and Sunzi.

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That’s zhou Guang

SEPTEMBER

Horoscopes

Finally, a horoscope that understands your life in Guangzhou. BY DOMINIQUE WONG AND EDOARDO DONATI FOGLIAZZA

8.24~9.23

Virgo

9.24~10.23

10.24~11.22

Scorpio

Sagittarius

If you’re a Virgo who can’t drive, don’t feel ashamed. But with a lucky transportation star in your chart this month, why not take a lesson or two? Oh, that’s right: Guangzhou traffic is horrific. Never mind.

Unfortunately you’ll likely be stuck in town for the holiday, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a good time. Party at Spin and have dinner with your ‘Guangzhou family,’ AKA your roommates.

It’s time to start writing that ‘foreigner in China’ memoir you’ve a l w a y s t h re a t e n e d . N o n e e d t o change any names – those bridges have long been burned – but you must write only at Starbucks on Tuesdays.

People that say ‘good things happen to those who wait’ have probably never had to wait two hours for their waimai salad to arrive like you this month, unless ‘good things’ means starvation and weight loss.

Capricorn

Aquarius 1.21~2.19

Pisces

2.20~3.20

3.21~4.20

All work and no play makes for a boring Capricorn (news flash: achieving work goals doesn’t count as play). Do something fun outdoors like hiking Baiyun Mountain or people watching in Taikoo Hui.

Your house of communication is a real mess this month so be very explicit with everything you say and do. Don’t say ‘bu yao ’ when you actually do want that last dumpling, thanks very much.

Both bargains and relationships look good this month. Download Pinduoduo, get a group of friends in on a group deal for 5kg of nuts for just RMB9.99, and then gift them to your contacts for guanxi purposes.

You know the saying: keep your friends close and your enemies on WeChat. Hate-like all of the latter’s Moments while setting your own to ‘Three Days Viewable Only,’ because you’re, like, so private.

12.22~1.20

Taurus

Libra

Gemini

Cancer

11.23~12.21

Aries

Leo

4.21~5.21

5.22~6.21

6.22~7.22

7.23~8.23

As the season changes, so too does your mood. You may find yourself go i n g to p l a c e s yo u ’ d t y p i c a l l y avoid, like the Ed Hardy store, Suns Club or the massage parlor. Just embrace it.

It’s time to make a commitment to that person you’ve been seeing a lot of lately –not your Tinder date, silly, but the Hema delivery guy. You already have his number, now, ‘Go, Go, Go!’

Your ruling planet takes center stage this month thanks to MidAutumn Festival. This means you will shine extra bright and receive more attention from others. Eat two moon cakes per day.

After last month’s b’day blowout it seems you’ve blown a hole in your Zhifubao. Ride out the month, literally, by taking a Mobike instead of taxi. Also hit up your local bakery for free cake samples.

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