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Editor’s Note
JANUARY 2020
With both our Guangzhou and Shenzhen editions of the That’s x 1664 Food & Drink Awards now firmly in the
rearview mirror, I am excited to present to you the big winners in this month’s cover story (pages 34-43). I’m also thrilled to announce that our comprehensive F&B guide to Guangzhou and Shenzhen, The Golden Forks: A Greater
Bay Area Dining Guide 2019-2020, is now officially on sale. The production of the aforementioned book was a huge undertaking, and I’d like to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed.
In our City section, Shanghai’s editor-in-chief, Mr. Ned Kelly, interviews a popular travel photographer (pages
10-13), and in our Lifestyle section, Cristina Ng introduces some of the hottest travel spots in Vietnam.
Just in time for the week-long Spring Festival holiday, we have also rounded up a couple fantastic vacation
packages. So, if you haven’t made travel plans yet for Chinese New Year, trust that we have you covered!
Now, to address the elephant in the room: You may have noticed on our cover that we have dropped the ‘PRD’
moniker from our official title and have adopted GBA. If you’re not aware, GBA is an acronym for the Greater Bay Area (Google it, if you’re unfamiliar); we believe the term is more reflective of our regional coverage and, well,
catchier. We hope you’re happy with the change and we’re excited that you are joining us on this new journey as That’s GBA.
I’ll wrap this up by wishing everyone a safe and joyous Spring Festival. And, from the whole That’s squad, we
hope you have a prosperous Year of the Rat! Xinnian kuaile!
Matthew Bossons Editor-in-Chief
Hourly updates on news, current affairs and general weirdness from around the PRD and China.
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THE WRAP
8 CITY
16 LIFE & STYLE
9 TO INFINITY AND BEYOND
17 JOCELYN RICHARDS
China starts search for habitable planets outside solar system.
12 ENGLISH TEACHER TO INSTAGRAM STAR The year in China that changed Jord Hammond’s life.
Founder of Juicy Mandarin.
22 A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO VIETNAM The land of the ascending dragons ticks all the travel boxes.
26 ARTS
44 EAT & DRINK
30 SOUNDING OFF
48 A SLICE OF THE TOWN
New Chinese labels to get hyped about in 2020.
Seven pizzas to fill your tummy in Shenzhen.
33 CHINA MUSIC CORNER
Exquisite eats.
Three new homegrown albums on our radar this month.
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53 THE GLASSHOUSE
34 COVER STORY FOOD WARS Here’s who got top honors at the That’s x 1664 Food & Drink Awards 2019.
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JAN 14
Chicago the Musical
Of Monsters and Men
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JAN 10-19
Neun Welte
19th Macao City Fringe Festival
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CITY Jord Hammond Travel Photographer, p12
Fab Finish P10
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Chinese Slang P11
TALES OF THE CITY
TO INFINITY AND BEYOND
China Starts Search for Habitable Planets Outside Solar System By Matthew Bossons
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n an announcement that sounds much like the plot of a science fiction film (here’s looking at you, Interstellar), China’s leading space exploration conglomerate has confirmed that they are planning to launch a spacecraft to hunt for habitable worlds outside of the solar system. China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp General Manager Yuan Jie told 500 students at Beijing’s Beihang University that China plans to start hunting for potentially habitable exoplanets by the end of the next decade. (Exoplanets, for the unaware, are planets located outside of our solar system.) Yuan stated that the revolutionary space program has been dubbed ‘Miyin,’ or ‘Voice Searching’ in English, and is considered amongst the State-backed company’s key
projects. The scientific mission (or perhaps, missions – details are still scarce) is expected to blast off sometime around 2030. Yuan stated that the Miyin program aims to launch a spacecraft armed with telescopes and other high-tech devices capable of helping researchers locate exoplanets in our cosmic neighborhood and assess their habitability. The project also intends to survey planets within the solar system and analyze water distribution on them. It marks the first time that a high-ranking authority from China’s space industry has divulged information related to the nation’s attempt to find an exoplanet that could be suitable for human habitation. China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp is the PRC’s top contractor for space explora-
tion, heading up the Shenzhou manned missions and the Chang’e-4 lunar program, among others. Chang’e-4’s rover – Yutu-2 – enjoyed a successful landing on the far side of the moon last year. While other space exploration vehicles have previously photographed the far side of the lunar surface, Yutu-2 is the first probe to land there. The craft’s mission is to collect meticulous measurements of the mineral composition and topography and shed light on how and when the moon was formed. Will Miyin be able to locate our very own Pandora? That’s anyone’s guess. But after the success of the Chang’e-4 lunar mission, we’re confident China’s space institutes have as good of chance as anyone.
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THE BUZZ RANDOM NUMBER
251
… is the number of days former Huawei employee Li Hongyuan was unjustly detained for charges of extortion and blackmailing the company over severance pay. A 12-year veteran at the Shenzhen-based tech giant, Li had been asked to resign from Huawei after accusing his department of inflating their sales figures (surprise, surprise). Li was arrested in January, and released from custody in August after a recording of negotiations with the company discussing severance pay came to light. Li took home RMB100,000 in compensation following the incident, which likely served him well while job hunting.
DON’T YOU KNOW WHO I AM?
Fabio Cannavaro The head coach of Guangzhou Evergrande had a roller coaster of a season, with his team ultimately winning the Chinese Super League. It wasn’t all smooth sailing for the Italian coach and former player; he was made to attend corporate culture classes at Evergrande headquarters in October, following a rough stretch for the team. Whatever went on in those lessons seemed to have paid off, with Cannavaro leading Evergrande to their eighth title in nine years.
QUOTE OF THE MONTH
“Why can’t we face the reality that women do want rich men?” So said one Weibo user after sexist content from a health manual for primary students in Shenzhen was leaked online. One section of the manual listed supposedly universal laws of attraction between the sexes, such as the fact that men are not interested in “strong feminists” and “money worshippers.” Additionally, the manual said that women like guys who are “rich” and have a “manly charm.” Yikes. The program has since been called off and the local government has recalled the materials.
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E D I T E D B Y M A T T H E W B O S S O N S / C I T Y @ U R B A N A T O M Y. C O M
CHINESE URBAN DICTIONARY
zhuxin / zhūxīn / 诛心 verb. the act of paranoid people reading too much into things; not taking statements at face value but trying to guess the motive behind them Beijing Ducks are doing well this season. You are not a Ducks fan. Why are you saying that? I’m just saying they are doing pretty decent this year. Which team are you looking to benefit by saying this?! I can’t talk to you if you zhuxin like this.
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t is said that 90% of interpersonal communication is non-verbal. We say things, but what we mean is hidden between the lines. When your boyfriend says, “I’m thinking about buying some running shoes,” he really means, “I’m willing to work out so you’ll still be attracted to me.” While it can be frustrating to encounter those who only hear what we say and not what we mean, it is equally frustrating to deal with those who read too much into things. Sometimes, when you make an offhand comment or are just thinking out loud, a certain type of person assumes that you mean things you don’t, or goes hunting for the ‘hidden motives’ of your casual remarks. For example, just because you’re giggling at a shaggy puppy on the street doesn’t mean you condemn its owner for not doing a better job at taking care of its coat. Literally meaning “to punish the heart,” zhuxin is the act of going after the ‘hidden agenda’ (the heart) behind every statement.
Spring Festival is coming up at the end of the month. How will you be spending the long holiday?
Unfortunately, this happens a lot on the internet, since all tones and context of messages tend to get lost in the comment section. Welcome to the chaotic world of internet debate, where you do your best to put your message in plain text while the paranoid Weibo users are only focused on the subtext, and where anyone who disagrees with you must be in on some nefarious plot. You don’t like my idol? It can’t be that you just don’t like EDM music. It must be that you are planning an evil plot to have your idol achieve world domination! Basically, once someone starts to zhuxin, the comment section is shot, since it’s suddenly filled with users accusing each other of crazy plots. There’s been much discussion into how to fix this. Some have suggested that one day we’ll all be leaving comments with voice or video messages, which will restore tone and context. And as far as I am concerned, that day cannot come soon enough. Mia Li
STREET TALK
Grace, 33
Rosie, 25
“To be honest, I’m getting tired of Chinese New Year – or maybe it’s just because my family reunion always begins and ends with ‘Get married!’ What’s more, my classmates from primary school are always busy with their children, so it’s not like I can meet them to get away from the marriage issue. In their opinion, it would be irresponsible for you not to be married, and if you don’t get married soon, the only company you’ll end up keeping is cats and dogs. I’m the only child of my parents, so it’s impossible for me not to go back to my hometown at Chinese New Year, though I’d actually prefer to do some traveling during the long holiday. Aren’t the holidays supposed to be joyful and peaceful?”
“My parents live in Shenzhen, so we usually spend Chinese New Year there, and then travel to Hong Kong as a tradition – only this year Macao was the preferred destination. Anyway, this time we are all going back to see my grandmother who lives in Henan province, because of something big that happened with the family earlier this year. Actually, when it comes to Chinese New Year, I think there is nothing special about it, and many celebrating rites have disappeared: street performances, for example. Traveling, cooking, shopping, cleaning – all of that can really make people tired. I think the only ones looking forward to Chinese New Year are children.”
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ENGLISH TEACHER TO INSTAGRAM STAR
The Year in China That Changed Jord Hammond’s Life By Ned Kelly
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ravel photographer Jord Hammond’s backstory will be familiar to many a That’s reader – he started out as an English teacher in China. “I lived in Chongqing for a year in 2015,” says the 26-year-old Brit. “I brought a camera with me to document my life there for my friends and family back home. I was lucky to be able to travel a lot in China on my days off, and posted the photos I took whilst traveling on social media. That is where my love for photography started.” That passion came across in his stunning landscape work, which saw his social media blow up; Hammond has more than half a million Instagram followers (and rising), an online shop and travels the world doing what he loves.
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“I used to choose destinations based on where the work was. But now that my online shop is up and running, I choose the destinations based on places I want to photograph; seasons and places that aren’t popping up left, right and center on Instagram.” Now based out of Bali, he still visits the Middle Kingdom regularly. “There are so many beautiful places in China to shoot, but my favorite has to be Zhangjiajie. Despite getting incredibly busy, there’s something majestic about the scenery and there are some great off-the-beaten-path areas to visit within the park.” As well as serving as an online shop, Hammond’s website is also a great resource for anyone visiting the same destinations, with comprehensive guides on places to shoot and how to get the best image, as well as cultural tips and suggestions on what to eat and drink. “They take a lot of research,” he says of putting the guides together. “I scour the internet, using Instagram, 500px, Pinterest and simple Google searches to find places to shoot. Also, asking people who are from the country I’m visiting always helps!”
The first thing to look for in a photograph is composition – draw the viewer in
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CIT Y | F E AT URE
As for Hammond’s favorite destination for culture and food, the topic once again turns to China, as well as Japan. “The culture and food in these countries are so different from each other, but both equally as fascinating and delicious. The food in the southwest of China especially is my favorite.” In terms of what he looks for in a photograph, Hammond says the key to a good photo is composition. “It is the first thing I look for in a photograph in order to draw the viewer into the photo. That and originality; I love seeing photos from places I have never seen on the internet.” For those attempting to follow in Hammond’s footsteps and travel and shoot the world for a living, he has some
timeless advice. “Practice, practice, practice. In an oversaturated world of travel photographers, you need to be one of the best to get noticed, and so fine-tuning your craft is the key to success. Even now, I’m learning and improving every day. Also, be patient! It takes years to build up a portfolio that attracts jobs, so don’t be put off if it doesn’t happen right away.”
It takes years to build up a portfolio that attracts jobs, so don't be put off if it doesn't happen right away
Follow Jord Hammond on Instagram (@jordhammond) and scan the QR code to visit his website.
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LIFE
CI T Y | P HO T O E S S AY
Beginner’s Guide to Vietnam The Land of Ascending Dragons Ticks all the Travel Boxes, p22
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SPOTLIGHT
JOCELYN RICHARDS
Founder of Juicy Mandarin Interview by Phoebe Kut
This month we catch up with Jocelyn Richards, a former editor-in-chief at That’s GBA (previously That’s PRD ) who is now based in upstate New York. Jocelyn founded @juicymandarinchinese last summer, a popular Instagram account that teaches helpful, everyday Mandarin and has quickly amassed a loyal following. We chat with Richards about tips on learning Chinese, how to grow a social following on Instagram and future plans for Juicy Mandarin. How did you start learning Mandarin? I took Latin in high school and was interested in traveling for a job in the future, but I knew Latin wouldn’t help me very much. I ended up Googling ‘what language will be useful in the future’ and all the results suggested Chinese. That was 2008, a time when China was in the news almost every day for the Beijing Olympics. So, I started learning Mandarin as a freshman in college, but I was actually there for running. However, I got injured the second week of school, so I was on crutches – I couldn’t do anything or go out so I was stuck in my room all day. It gave me a ton of time to focus on my Chinese homework, which helped me to really start to like it more. The more I learned, the more I fell in love with the culture, country and language. What techniques or exercises were the most helpful for you to learn Mandarin?
In the very beginning, part of our homework was to record ourselves speaking and the teacher would go over every tone, marking it right or wrong. That really pushed me to focus on tones. I think it really does help to record your own voice, as what you think you sound like versus what you actually sound like probably differs. When I moved to China to work, it also helped to watch Chinese TV shows and write down words that I didn’t know. I’d note down words that were repeat-
ing in every episode or everyday words that seemed helpful. Those two things were the most memorable and helpful things I did in regards to learning on my own. I also had a few tutors who were very helpful.
Can you tell us a bit about Juicy Mandarin? Last summer I launched the Instagram account, and currently I’m working on setting up a business to teach locally and online. I wanted the Instagram account to be a presence before I launched the business officially, but then it also turned into its own thing, as there’s actually a lot of expats who want to learn Chinese through Instagram. So, it grew into this big thing that I didn’t anticipate. How important is offline versus online learning?
It’s very ideal if you can go out and practice. If you’re in China, interact with the locals or have a group of Chinese friends, which helps to learn much faster. I also do believe that having a one-on-one teacher in real life is beneficial, versus purely learning online. You can learn a lot online, but I personally do prefer offline [learning]. What makes Juicy Mandarin different from other courses or Chinese-languagelearning Instagram accounts out there?
I try to give a long description in English of exactly how a Chinese word or phrase would be used. It’s not really enough to just list one example sentence or the English translation of a word in Chinese. You have to know what context to use it in, and how it might be used differently than the English word. For example, the word yumen (郁闷) roughly translates to ‘depressed,’ but in Chinese it’s often
used to express that one is a little bit disappointed, or down, but not fully depressed. I aim for the tone of the posts to be humorous and playful, words that you could use every day while living in China or slang words to use when going out with friends – instead of using standard vocab from a textbook. How did you manage to grow the account so quickly?
It was a combination of organic growth and some sponsored posts just on Instagram targeting expats in China or people interested in learning Chinese. What really helped growth was doing quizzes on Instagram stories. At one point I was putting quizzes every day on Instagram stories, so people really appreciated that and it helped attract more followers. What is your ultimate goal for Juicy Mandarin in the future?
I hope to publish some videos on the website that people could use as an intro course, learn about pronunciations and things like that. I’d like to also create a community, starting locally in New York, but have regular meetups where people can practice or study Chinese together. Internationally, I’d like to hold webinars or events to connect people, practice or just share challenges they’re encountering. All this, of course, at an affordable price for students. My ultimate goal is to change the stigma that Chinese is an impossible language, as it is actually really fun to learn. As long as you have the foundation you can even teach yourself a lot. @juicymandarinchinese/Instagram juicymandarin.com
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STYLE RADAR HOT ON TAOBAO
Dumpling Press Chinese New Year is quickly approaching, and for those of you not leaving the Middle Kingdom for a little vacay, you may find yourself celebrating Spring Festival with a friend or partner’s family. During the New Year holiday, many Chinese families will make dumplings, which are said to bring fortune to the household. If you’re like us, your dumpling wrapping skills are below par on a good day. And don’t expect to be on your A-game after you and shushu just blasted through a bottle of Maotai (it’s the rich uncle). But it’s all good, folks. You’ll be wrapping jiaozi like a fiend thanks to the be-all-end-all dumpling press on Taobao. Simply throw on a jiaozi pi (dumpling skin), add some filling in the middle and close that sucker up. With ridges along the edge of this clever kitchen gadget, your jiaozi will be looking just like ayi’s. Although you may get called out by some of the fam for ‘cheating,’ just tell them that you really care, and that’s why you’re not subjecting them to the mangled, handmade jiaozi you’d normally make. If they can’t understand, maybe you should take your dumpling tool to a family that can. > The jiaozi press ranges in price from RMB19.8-25.8. Scan the QR code with the Taobao app to shop.
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COVET
Ultraboost Celebrates CNY Adidas is celebrating Chinese New Year big by releasing six new colorways for their ever-popular Ultraboost collection. The shoes include subtle and wearable lotus flower graphics on the heel of the shoe, and embroidered tigers or birds on the upper section. The collection is scheduled
to be released 10 days before the Year of the Rat begins on January 15. You can purchase the shoes from select retail stores or on adidas.com starting at USD159. > Adidas.com
UNDER THE LENS
Vogue Business Debuts in China Are you a creative in the fashion industry? Aspiring to learn more about the business side of the fashion world? Launched in China in early December 2019, Vogue Business brings daily industry news and analysis to China’s six million fashion professionals. The title is published daily via their official WeChat accounts, one in English (VogueBusinessCNENG) and the other in simplified Chinese (VogueBusinessChina). Headquartered in London, Vogue Business first launched last January and saw global success with subscribers in 39 markets. The Chinese title is run by a Condé Nast team in Shanghai, who will be working closely with the London office. China currently accounts for 33% of the fashion, luxury and beauty industry, and BCG projects that by 2025, China will rise to 41%.
TAP THAT APP
WiFi Master Ever run out of data on your phone? It sucks. But fortunately, there’s an app that makes your data dilemma much more manageable. WiFi Master (formerly known as WiFi Master Key) is an app by Shanghai startup LinkSure. Its primary function is simply to get people connected to Wi-Fi without the need of a password. (Sound dodgy? Keep reading.) LinkSure markets the app as a shared platform, where users add passwords for Wi-Fi hotspots so that future users can connect without credentials. The company keeps a database of passwords – inaccessible to users – that allows WiFi Master users to easily connect to available wireless networks nearby. However, it’s not a miracle worker, and users will struggle to connect, depending on how recently a Wi-Fi password was changed, among other reasons. Aside from being able to access password-protected wireless networks,
the platform also provides internet speed tests and a Wi-Fi map to locate accessible hotspots. Surprisingly, WiFi Master is China’s eighth most popular app, with nearly 349 million monthly active users, according to AppInChina. (LinkSure has claimed to have over 900 million monthly active users, as of August 2018.) LinkSure was named one of the top 50 most innovative companies in 2018 by Fast Company magazine, and has pretty lofty goals for bringing internet access to people in rural areas. In January, Technode reported that the company aims to provide a free satellite network across the globe by 2026. For now, though, we’ll settle with password-less Wi-Fi at the local pub. > WiFi Master is available on iOS and Android devices.
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LIFE & STYLE | FASHION
Spring Festival Fashion 10 Lucky Pieces for Chinese New Year Compiled by Phoebe Kut
Admittedly, the Year of the Rat may not be the chicest of the zodiac signs – but hey, there’s still plenty of lucky red options to gnaw on this January.
Hardlyevers RMB346 Scan the QR code with the Taobao app to shop.
Marni RMB7,750 Scan the QR code to shop.
Lululemon RMB650 Scan the QR code to shop.
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H&M RMB79.90 Scan the QR code to shop.
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Li-Ning RMB279 Scan the QR code to shop Li Ning’s WeChat store.
Shanghai Tang RMB4,480 Scan the QR code to shop.
Nike RMB539 Scan the QR code to shop.
Tory Burch RMB2,613 Scan the QR code to shop.
Chinese Lucky Cat T-Shirt RMB19.90 Scan the QR code with the Taobao app to shop. Mice Socks RMB29.8 for three pairs Scan the QR code with the Taobao app to shop.
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L IF E & S T Y L E | T R AV E L
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S ’ R E N N I G A BE O T E D I U G Travel Boxes s T icks All the g Dragon in d n e c s A e th T he L and of By Cristina Ng
With pretty beaches, ancient towns, tree-covered limestone islands and buzzing cities all within an easy travel distance, it’s easy to see why so many people flock to Vietnam for holidays. Not to mention the food – banh mi, pho, banh xeo, mi quang – and that’s just the beginning. Conduct a quick internet search of ‘top travel destinations in Vietnam’ and Ha Long Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Hoi An are the top results. If you only have a few days to spare, start with a relaxing cruise of Ha Long Bay followed by quick flights to Da Nang (a short drive to Hoi An) and Ho Chi Minh City.
Sung Sot Cave After a buffet lunch of local and international delicacies, head out to a limestone karst grotto that was discovered by the French in 1901. You’ll work off all those lunch calories as you climb 50 steps to the cave’s mouth. Within the structure’s naturally eroded walls are two impressive chambers filled with flowstones, stalactites, stalagmites and columns.
Kayaking
Take a short respite onboard the Elegance, then join a group trip to Tung Sau Pearl Farm, which cultivates pearls using the Mikimoto technique. You can learn about that or hop onto a kayak. The latter is the best way to experience the serenity that Ha Long Bay has to offer.
Cooking Demonstration Paradise Elegance Cruise This elegant and modern steel boat with Vietnamese design features is one of seven ships in the Paradise Vietnam fleet. The 31 gorgeous cabins all have private balconies providing first-hand views of the magical bay. The trip would be amazing if you stayed aboard the whole time, but there’s also a full itinerary of excursion options. 22 | SZ | JANUARY 2020 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM
Hit L’Odyssee Sundeck just in time for happy hour G&Ts and a spring roll cooking demonstration. Eat the delicious fruits of your labor while pausing to snap the glorious sunset, before heading to Le Parfum spa for a predinner traditional Vietnamese massage.
Wine & Dine
At Le Marin Restaurant, the a la carte dinner menu allows you to mix and match a feast of Eastern and Western food choices, from stir-fried Australian beef with black pepper and Dalat capsicum to smoked salmon
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Ti Top Island with black caviar. Get the Vietnamese appetizer platter with fried Ha Long squid cake, seafood spring rolls and green papaya salad. The former – also called Halong cha muc – is a must-try local specialty. After dinner, unwind further over cocktails with the Filipino house band at Le Piano Bar. They might even invite you up to sing; just remember to get sleep for the next day’s early excursion.
It’s well worth the 6.30am wakeup call once you reach the top of Ti Top Mountain. After a few hundred fairly steep steps, impressive panoramic views await. While it might be tempting to spend the rest of your time taking photos, nothing feels better than descending to the beach for a quick dip. When you get back on the boat, grab a bowl of chicken pho and enjoy the trip back to land as you pass Tien Cung, Dau Go Cave and the Fighting Cock Islet.
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HOI AN
Wander the UNESCO World-Heritage Ancient Town Granted status as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999, tourists flock to the town for a glimpse of the decorated temples, wooden merchant houses and assembly halls. Pay VND120,000 (RMB35) to freely roam the streets (plus entrance to five or more historic sites) starting with shops hawking propaganda posters, rice paper, T-shirts and more on the main drag. You’ll also want to take a look at Phu Kien, a former Chinese merchant assembly hall, presided over by a sea-green goddess. A visit to Tan Ky house, an ancient ancestral home, will give you a glimpse of daily life in old Hanoi. Walk over the beautiful Japanese covered bridge, a 400-year-old faded crimson structure with a wooden pagoda roof.
Take a Farm Tour If you need to do a lot in a short time, the folks at Tra Que Vegetable Village are incredibly accommodating. We emailed them from the airport asking for a solo 7am tour, and they confirmed hotel pick up with us while we were en route to Hoi An. The original plan to bike there was waylaid by rain, so the guide picked us up on a moto at no additional charge. The ride was a pleasant part of the experience through coconut tree-dotted paths with stops to marvel at rice paddies and photograph water buffalo.
Savor Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine in a Historic French Villa
HOME Hoi An is just as charming as the rest of the city. The townhouse has been preserved for over a century, so there are plenty of architectural features for history buffs to nerd out on while enjoying a meal of locally sourced ingredients. Make sure to sample mi quang – a central Vietnam dish of wide rice noodles in meaty broth with prawns and roast chicken flavored with black pepper, shallot, garlic, turmeric and fish sauce. As delicious, but less yellow, are cao lau noodles with roasted pork. 24 | SZ | JANUARY 2020 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM
After a stroll through eight hectares of family-farmed organic green onion, coriander, lettuce, green papaya and mint, you get to try your hand at tilling and planting. A lovely fresh herb foot soak and massage come before a banh xeo cooking demonstration; cook an egg pancake that you roll in rice paper with mint, lemon basil and lettuce. Breakfast is rounded up with additional cooked greens freshly picked.
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Da Nang Detour
Snack on Anthony Bourdain Approved Banh Mi
Since you fly through Da Nang to visit Hoi An, you might as well set aside some time to walk around the city and catch the sunset from Da Nang Beach. Stroll by French villas and old cathedrals, then stop in at the Son Tra Night Market for some local flavor. Keep an eye out for Dragon Bridge – the country’s longest bridge, which takes the form of a fire-breathing mythical beast. If you are there around 9pm on the weekend, actual fire and water shoot out of the dragon’s mouth. Indulge in central Vietnamese cuisine at Ngon Villa Da Nang, where you can order unlimited small plates of local specialties.
You can’t go wrong at Banh Mi Phuong, but you should still figure out your order well before you reach the front of the line. An assembly line of employees efficiently layer pork, chicken, pork liver pate, homemade mayonnaise, head cheese, pickled papaya, sliced cucumber, tomato, herbs and more onto bread that is exquisitely crisp on the outside and soft within. Make it easy on yourself and go for the special – aka all the meats, pate and vegetables.
Sample Local Chocolate
Nibble on organic chocolate made with Vietnamese spices at Hoi An Organic Chocolatier. There are both dark milk 53% and dark cocoa 72% varieties flavored with tropical fruits like noni and durian. We especially liked a curry flavor reminiscent of masala. Pick up a mixed pack for a souvenir.
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Coffee Break Take a much-needed coconut coffee break at the self-described ‘hipster cafe and lounge of Vietnam’ Cong Caphe. With retro communism kitsch decor, the army green Ly Tu Trong branch has a great terrace for viewing the city bustle. More of a scoopable dessert than a coffee beverage, their frozen coconut frappe combined with condensed milk-sweetened dark brew is what made them famous.
Go Shopping History Tour First-time visitors to HCMC (or Saigon, as the locals still call it) will want to hit up some historical sights. The War Remnants Museum is a rare site devoted to detailing the atrocities of war from the perspective of the victims. Artifacts include antiwar posters, photographs, weapons and more. Visit between 7.30am-6pm. Next up, the Reunification Palace was taken over by the North on April 30, 1975 – marking the end of the Vietnam War. Make sure to show up between 7.30-11am or 1-4pm unless you prefer to view the stunning example of 1960s architecture through the locked gates. Keep in mind that you’ll be missing out on the sexy mid-century decor within. We’re talking shag carpets, baby.
If you haven’t picked up souvenirs yet, it’s time for a trip to Ben Thanh Market. Choose from local handicrafts, hawker eats, bulk coffee and more. We walked out with bags of dried mango, Trung Nguyen coffee grounds and a pineapple-shaped woven handbag. Come nightfall, the market moves outdoors and a street food market pops up nearby.
Dine in the Vice Presidential Home The Chopsticks Saigon Restaurant is located in the former residence of Mr. Tran Van Huang, the vice president of the Southern Vietnamese Government before 1975. Enter through the original wrought iron gates and lovely garden to appreciate the gorgeous renovation work within. As historical as its venue, the authentic Vietnamese menu references a rich culinary past. Try the duck braised in tamarind sauce, southern style char-grilled chicken and sweet and sour fish soup.
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Founder of Online Radio Station Cloak By Bryan Grogan
Arriving in Chengdu from Nanjing in the aftermath of the closure of a number of bars and venues at the infamous Poly Centre, Cloak radio founder Bl1nk was witness to seismic change in the Chengdu underground. His radio grew out of a promotional night and has become recognized around China for its focus on young local DJs and producers, as well as its offline events, which have spread far and wide and can be seen every month at ALL in Shanghai. We spoke to Bl1nk about radio culture, Chengdu’s evolving party scene and more.
When and why did you start Cloak? Cloak grew out of Pulse, a party group in Chengdu that I did with Luciachex. Pulse had some guest mixes, but very few, and it didn’t have a regular plan, so I started to think that the radio aspect could be independent. I started the radio in early March of 2018, with mixes from local DJs and also some international guest mixes. In the first few months of Cloak, there were several DJs playing their monthly mixes, like Jaya, TrillaPlus, Sayer, Shushu, 3ASiC, Shutforever, ZOOY, Wonkey and guest mixes named with numbers in the style of Cloak011 – GUNDAM. You don’t have a space to livestream, so how does it work?
DJs and producers send over their mixes and I edit video clips into a long VJ thing for Bilibili streaming. We also use covers that are usually provided by the DJs themselves. If I had pioneer CDJs + DJM, maybe Cloak would have a live aspect for streaming, but I don’t have those things. And you do a lot of offline events?
Our offline event is monthly at ALL in Shanghai, usually on Thursdays because for that event we regularly invite local DJs. In other cities we generally play weekends. At the moment, we’ve held Cloak events in
Shanghai, Chengdu, Chongqing, Nanjing, Wuhan and Changsha.
We’ve spoken to people who are very complimentary of what Cloak does, staying local and bringing together events and mixes from young independent musicians. How important is it to give a platform to and cultivate this young community of producers? For me, the music scene has gotten more and more boring since 2017, so it needs fresh blood. Cloak has been promoting new artists for a long time, but in another way. Since May 2019, the number of mixes that Cloak accepts has reduced a lot. Cloak now only plays local mixes from DJs who haven’t played before. Sometimes, when the time for an old boring scene has passed, a new bunch of people should start building another scene. Our hope is that Cloak stays fresh. Cloak also released a compilation album, Clubless. It’s very international, and the tracks are mostly made by super fresh producers, so Cloak is always changing our way of promoting new things.
be rebuilt. It is hard to promote new things when the scene has lain dormant for so long, so it’s a bit early to say where the scene will move. As for myself, I think people should come out dancing more. If there are more people coming to the dance floor, the shows will last longer. How is streaming on Bilibili for you? Do you have any problems with the website? Do you stream or upload through other platforms? I think it’s easy to stream with Bilibili. As Cloak is different from other radio stations, having no offline studio, it’s easier both for cost and for the technical side. As far as I can recall, there are no big problems with the website. I tried Douyu before, but not as Cloak, just while playing some PC games by myself. In the future, I’d like to try my hand with some re-streaming software that can broadcast to all kinds of platforms.
To hear more from Cloak, scan the QR code below:
From an outside perspective, Chengdu seems like it’s blowing up right now. How does it feel to you, as someone entrenched in the Chengdu scene? Clubs are finally blowing up now, but the music and visual environment still needs to
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Detective Chinatown 3 The last outing in the Detective Chinatown series raked in USD439 million, according to Variety, becoming one of the highest-grossing Chinese films ever. Coming out just in time for Chinese New Year, the latest film will again be directed by Sicheng Chen and will this time take place in Tokyo, after previous outings in Bangkok and New York. Don’t miss out on this action comedy flick, which is bound to make another splash.
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Vanguard The sixth collaboration between director Stanley Tong and legendary Chinese actor Jackie Chan (Rumble in the Bronx, Police Story 3, Police Story 4), Vanguard is a serious action blockbuster with big ambitions. The film tells the story of a businessman taken hostage by a group of mercenaries. His only hope is a covert security company called Vanguard.
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One netizen’s reaction to the sudden and tragic death of Godfrey Gao on the set of Zhejiang Satellite TV’s reality show, Chase Me. The Chinese-Canadian’s death spurred conversations around the stringent working hours of those in the entertainment industry, and throughout Chinese society as a whole. The TV station eventually canceled the reality show in the aftermath of Gao’s death, as netizens continue to call for the station to bear responsibility.
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The new trailer for Mulan dropped last month and we’re excited (scan the QR code to watch); Hainan International Film Festival is growing and going for that sunny Cannes Film Festival vibe; our friends at nugget records are dipping into the VHS market with their new Lost Memory Machine release; Uffizi Galleries’ five-year exchange partnership with the Hong Kong government’s culture department will bring a Botticelli exhibition to a museum in the mainland for the first time.
Bu Hao Trying to predict the taste of Chinese cinemagoers as Daniel Craig-fronted Knives Out captures the imagination of the Middle Kingdom; the sad and sudden death of actor and model Godfrey Gao; more oversight crippling underground musicians and spaces in China’s independent music scene, with more guidelines released to monitor the industry last month; trying to pick just 10 of our favorite Chinese albums of 2019…
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GONG LI Gong Li is internationally acclaimed, having starred in such distinguished Chinese films as Red Sorghum, The Story of Qiu Ju and Farewell My Concubine. The multi-award-winning actress is the queen of ’90s mainland film, with her roles coming to embody a certain type of fortitude and rigidness. Gong has been active in the international film sphere for nearly three decades, sitting on judging panels at prestigious film festivals in Asia and Europe. In April, it was confirmed that she will star in the upcoming Mulan live-action reboot, but moviegoers can also catch her scintillating performance in Saturday Fiction on Chinese cinema screens this month. Below are five fast facts about the Dongbei-born screen siren. Magic Li In 1996, Gong became the first Chinese actress to be featured on the cover of Time magazine, which called her “Chinese movie magic.” ‘Miss China’ In a 2006 poll conducted by the Beijing News, Gong was voted the most beautiful woman in the Middle Kingdom.
Singapore Switch The Chinese actress changed her nationality to Singaporean in 2008 after she got married to Singaporean tobacco tycoon Ooi Hoe Seong. French Kissing Her current husband is renowned French musician JeanMichel Jarre, who is 17 years her senior.
French Royalty Gong is a recipient of the Order of Arts and Letters, an order of France given to significant contributors to arts and literature.
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New Chinese Labels to Get Hyped About in 2020
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hina’s music industry is expanding fast. New labels and new sounds are bubbling up around the country. As underground scenes continue to rise throughout major Chinese cities like Shanghai, Chengdu and Hangzhou, more traditional music cities like Beijing are fighting to keep up. As one person featured below told us, this is the way it should be. We couldn’t agree more, and we’re excited to see what 2020 has in store for these five labels.
Letter Records Nick Cao, formerly of Shengjian Records and a current member of the band The Cheers Cheers, founded Letter Records in 2019 with Jueer, the guitarist in the band Pocari Sweet. Throughout the year, the label put out a spate of lo-fi, dreamy, shoegaze-infused records that ascribe to the style of early Shengjian Records. Letter Records published a record by jangle pop duo All Romantic Days at the end of 2019, and has plans to release more new music by bands that we haven’t heard from in 2020, though readying those releases is at an early stage. Watch this space. Listen here:
Merrie Records We interviewed the COO of Merrie Records, Zhaoyue, last year, impressed by its early roster of artists and releases. Fast forward to 2020 and we are delighted by the swift and ambitious progress that the folks behind the label have made. It promises to be another big year for Merrie Records, with eight new releases already planned, from the likes of Hoo, Zeming Xu, West By West, Late Troubles, Yadae, Uncle Hu and another release from one of our favorites, Shii. Branching out beyond the overarching Merrie Records label, management has already launched sublabel A Little Soul, with Hai Qing and Li Xing on the first release. Others remain to be announced, and the label has a few more surprises up its sleeves. While Merrie Records is relatively new, we believe that it’s one of the most important in the country right now, especially after founding The Pelican Conservatory, which supports and finds new musicians in China. Listen here:
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Out of Fashion Boys Ambitious first steps were made for Out of Fashion Boys at the end of 2019, as the label’s first release debuted via Resident Advisor and Mixmag. The label is an offshoot of Luxixi and TsingLung’s THUVDR promotional night, which has held a key role in Beijing’s nightlife scene for the past few years. The label gathered a stellar group of international and domestic musicians for its first compilation, with the professed aim of creating something not in fashion in an era of hype. The first compilation allows for interpretations of Beijing by international artists like Lao, Air Max ’97 and more. Out of Fashion Boys are keenly focused on the zeitgeist, and seem to be aware that nightclubs and music venues are not just spaces to hear music, but also cultural arenas for fashion, film, art and more. With that said, the label plans to dip its toes into those spaces, while also inviting international artists to China for shows, and – perhaps – traveling outward to link up with friends in Mexico or Australia. Listen here:
E-Werk Beijing-based mega labels are moving quickly to keep up with the changing tastes in Chinese music. After Cao Tai launched its Crater Records sublabel at the end of 2018 with Shao’s Doppler Effect, Taihe got in on the act with its own electronic imprint, called E-Werk. The label launched with JungleMico’s the WORLD, and has another pair of signed artists in 3ong7iao and Lanx. Both an overarching agency and a label, E-Werk provides musicians with marketing, distribution and recording assistance, and it’s also seeking to begin workshops and education camps for the electronically-inclined. The label distributed the Out of Fashion Boys compilation mentioned above, and will also work with Babel Records in the future.
nugget records One of our favorite new additions to the independent music scene in 2019 was Beijing-based, superDIY label nugget records. The trio behind the label, David Carey, Jen Rao and their dog Baozi wasted no time in making an impact, with a slew of fantastic cassette releases by artists like thruoutin, Lost Memory Machine, MFmachine, Dreams and Glasses and Pool of Light, among others. nugget records also dropped a VHS with Lost Memory Machine’s first music video. A VHS, think about that for a second. As Carey told us about that release, “We like that it is basically the epitome of impractical media formats.” 2020 promises to bring more activity; management plans to add people to the team in January, while they’re also considering their options in terms of investment into the label. Listen here:
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BUILDING AN INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR Magnus Renfrew and Robin Peckham of Taipei Dangdai By Bryan Grogan
As the youngest international art fair in greater China, Taipei Dangdai’s inaugural 2019 event got off to a flying start, with international media swarming to cover the island’s under-appreciated but vibrant art scene. As the fair enters its second year, they have added a new co-director in curator, writer, editor and institutional leader Robin Peckham, who will join Magnus Renfrew in leading the charge. We spoke to the pair ahead of the 2020 edition.
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aipei Dangdai celebrates its identity as a regional fair, one dedicated to its home city. When we say regional art fair, we’re not regional in the sense of being lower-quality, but rather in being specific to our audience and to our market. The goal is to grow at a moderate pace and keep the fair at a comfortable scale. We’ve been doing a lot of work in getting Taiwan collectors familiar with working with galleries on the primary market, and in coaching our galleries through dealing with Taiwan collectors, who expect a high level of service and communication before, during and after an art fair or other exhibition. Right now is a particularly exciting moment to be looking at Taiwan given the new ways in which Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Taipei are beginning to interact as the core centers of the Chinese art world. These cities have doubled down on their own local scenes, but the major players from all of
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these cities are interacting more and more together. Taipei Dangdai is part of this commitment to the local Taiwan art scene, as well as a possibility ventured for Taipei as a hub where a new generation of Chinese collectors can meet on relatively neutral ground. The art scene in Taipei is very dynamic with one of the longest-standing gallery scenes, one of the most sophisticated collector-bases, one of the strongest institutional and museum scenes, incredible cultural production from its artists, a major biennale and now an international level art fair. The only thing that is really lacking is international exposure, and we hope that through the art fair we can help put the spotlight on this incredible city. Taipei Dangdai has also brought a bit of momentum in terms of encouraging galleries already doing really interesting things with their programs to present themselves in a highly contemporary framework. It didn’t require much of a push. While we loved the Kaws project last year, it wasn’t actually organized through Taipei Dangdai. That’s the beauty of a fair; it can bring about all of these alignments, intended or otherwise, that help galvanize energy around the scene and make new things happen. This year we’re making a concerted effort to focus on bringing about projects outside of the fair proper. The biggest one is the inaugural Taipei 101 commission, for which Michael Lin (an ex-Shanghailander), has worked with us to activate the 280-meter-tall digital screen punctuating the iconic Taipei skyline. This year we also have a strengthened exhibitor list of 99 galleries participating, of which 83 galleries have spaces in Asia, while 23 galleries have permanent spaces in Taiwan. This ratio is incredibly high for an
art fair, and the fact is that all of our Taiwan galleries are with us because they deserve to be on the basis of their quality, not because of anything else. It’s a testament to the depth and breadth of Taiwan’s art scene. Our VIP programs, public programs and non-profit platforms for audiences of all ages are also important ways to engage and activate throughout the city. One of the non-profit initiatives is Taipei Platform, a collaborative booth activated by art and cultural institutions, independent publishers and art bookstores. To promote local artists to international curators, we work closely with participating galleries and nonprofit organizations, sharing local artist portfolios with visiting curators, lining up studio visits and contributing to ongoing international research around art from Taiwan. We also further encourage discourse and creative sharing and have launched an editorial platform led by a board made up of young art writers in Taiwan. We’re really thrilled about our installations sector this year, which encompasses the off-site installations, as well as seven large-scale or immersive works within Taipei Dangdai. We have local artists LuxuryLogico and Chen Wan-Jen, both with kinetic new media sculptures that look at technology in very different ways, plus classic Taiwan names like Ju Ming, who will remind us of the core art fair experience: queuing! Jan 17-19; NT350-1,500. Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, No. 1, Jingmao Er Lu, Nangang District, Taipei City 台北市南港区经贸二路1号
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Three New Homegrown Albums on Our Radar This Month By Bryan Grogan
Duration by Shii Shii made quite the impact last year with a trio of projects, including solo material, her part in lo-fi duo Lost Memory Machine alongside Nocturnes’ David Carey and club-based Ex Luna. This record is markedly different from Floating Signifiers, which appeared in July of last year. Opening with Chinese vocals on ‘About Nature,’ Shii paces herself, slowly easing into a track that is ebullient synth-pop with understated computerized beats. ‘Film Unknown’ is much more assertive and immediately pulsates with more energy than the reflective opener. Shii switches back to English lyrics for this one, and uses electric guitars to prop up the chorus of the song. ‘Train to the Near Future’ is more understated synthesizers, with her voice resting at the forefront of the song. Again, we hear her instrumental diversity as a string duet intervenes for about 30 seconds, beautifully piecing together verses. While this short record does have some moments of energy, it feels largely like an experiment for the songwriter, as she plays with song structures and instrumentation. Scan the QR code to listen:
Found .000 by 3asic Found.000 is a quick 17-minute record elapsing over the course of five songs from Shenzhen-based 3asic on Beijing label S!LK. The label, which began life as a promotional night via key Beijing producers Puzzy Stack and Bloodz Boi, released its first record – an excellent compilation called Breaking Fresh – at the end of 2018. That release was followed up by a record from Pacoz, who recently took part in Eating Music Camp and appeared on the Shanghai label’s Eating Music Campilation release. This third release from 3asic shows off the producer’s huge range and ease with experimentation. Lead track ‘DH’ thumps the eardrums with heavy bass and raw mechanical effects, creating the aural appearance of something quite unpleasant, but ultimately rhythmically satisfying. Scan the QR code to listen:
May I Waste Your Time by All Romantic Days The latest release on new indie DIY label Letter Records comes courtesy of Chengdu band All Romantic Days. May I Waste Your Time clocks in at just four tracks, each of which is drenched in staunchly atmospheric guitar. Taking inspiration from the UK jangle rock of the ’80s and ’90s, All Romantic Days are like a large dollop of caramel syrup on an ice cream sundae, full of texture and scrumptiously sweet. The simplicity in opening song ‘Sleepwear’ is not to be underestimated here, as the understated vocals and guitars provide a robust atmosphere for listeners. ‘She Says’ is simple and gorgeous. A female vocalist is introduced to proceedings here. She continues into ‘In Your Court,’ which takes the pace of proceedings down a notch. All Romantic Days are the perfect listen for a lazy Sunday when you’re lovelorn and thinking about romantic mishaps and missed connections. Scan the QR code to listen:
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FOOD & DRINK AWARDS 2019
RDS 2019 A W A K IN R D & D O O HAT’S X 1664 F T E H T T A S R O N O H OP HERE’S WHO GOT T
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two of the Greater Bay Area’s most distinguished hotels, The Four Seasons Guangzhou and the Hard Rock Hotel Shenzhen. Themed ‘A Galaxy Far, Far Away,’ all the cities’ movers and shakers were there, enjoying captivating performances, free-flow booze and a delightful selection of high-quality edibles at both of the event venues. The 2019 gatherings were a true testament to the food and beverage scene that has flourished in the Greater Bay Area since our F&B awards started 14 years ago and we look forward to celebrating the region’s finest eateries and bars for many years to come.
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READERS’ CHOICE New Restaurant of the Year Naked Bowl
READERS’ CHOICE Mexican Restaurant of the Year Bandidos Mexican Cantina
READERS’ CHOICE Cantonese Cuisine of the Year Bing Sheng Mansion
READERS’ CHOICE Casual Fine Dining of the Year Mercato
READERS’ CHOICE Craft Beer Bar of the Year BRAVO
READERS’ CHOICE Burger Joint of the Year
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Japanese Restaurant of the Year Muso Japanese Restaurant
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READERS’ CHOICE Pizza of the Year Mammamia
READERS’ CHOICE Indian Restaurant of the Year Ice Cube Bar and Restaurant
READERS’ CHOICE Brunch of the Year Social&Co
READERS’ CHOICE Outstanding Pub of the Year Morgan’s Public House
READERS’ CHOICE Outstanding Restaurant of the Year Mercato
READERS’ CHOICE Outstanding Cocktail Bar of the Year Revolucion Cocktail – Party Pier
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Recommended by 1664: Contemporary Restaurant of the Year
Recommended by 1664: Fusion Restaurant of the Year Yuè Modern Cantonese Cuisine
Recommended by 1664: Contemporary Bar of the Year 二号码头餐吧
Recommended by Carlsberg: Rising Star of the Year
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Recommended by Brooklyn Brewery: Sports Bar of the Year
Cantonese Restaurant of the Year
The Paddy Field
Yun Pavilion
All-Day-Dining of the Year The Market Café Contemporary Cantonese Restaurant of the Year Steakhouse of the Year
Ming Court
CHAR bar & grill
Outstanding Hotel Bar of the Year Roof Top Bar
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Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year LIMONI
Contemporary Western Restaurant of the Year The Connoisseur
Japanese Restaurant of the Year Japanese Cuisine
Lounge Bar of the Year ®
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Hotel Bar of the Year Tian Bar
Italian-inspired Cuisine of the Year
Outstanding Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year Catch
Mercato
Family-friendly Chinese Restaurant of the Year Italian Restaurant of the Year
Fisherman Village Food Street
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Traditional Cantonese Restaurant of the Year The Imperial Deluxe Restaurant
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Mexican Restaurant of the Year
New Restaurant of the Year
Tristan’s CalMex
Gaga Garden
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READERS’ CHOICE Cantonese Cuisine of the Year Chua Lam’s Dim Sum
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French Restaurant of the Year
Sichuan Restaurant of the Year
La Maison
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READERS’ CHOICE Craft Beer Bar of the Year Evil Duck
READERS’ CHOICE Burger Joint of the Year
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BAIA BURGER CONCEPT
Japanese Restaurant of the Year Komachi
READERS’ CHOICE Southeast Asian Restaurant of the Year
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The Terrace Restaurant & Bar
Pizza of the Year Tea Love You by Giglio
READERS’ CHOICE Indian Restaurant of the Year Indian Curry Café
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Magpie
Outstanding Cocktail Bar of the Year Life on Mars
Vegetarian/Vegan of the Year Planet Green
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Outstanding Restaurant of the Year
George & Dragon British Pub
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New Restaurant of the Year The Glasshouse
American Restaurant of the Year
Hotel Bar of the Year
Hard Rock Cafe
Long Bar
Outstanding Chaozhou Cuisine Restaurant of the Year Chao Yi Court Fine Kitchen
All-day-dining of the Year
Japanese Restaurant of the Year
Pavilion
Chuan
Luxury Italian Restaurant of the Year Elba
Afternoon Tea of the Year Palm Court
Afternoon Tea Venue of the Year The Lounge
Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year Popular Buffet of the Year Xili Kitchen
Hotel Steakhouse of the Year Belle-Vue Grill
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Steakhouse of the Year WESTWOOD FIRE & SMOKE
Outstanding Jiangnan Cuisine of the Year NANHAI YUNLU Outstanding Chinese Restaurant of the Year The COLI Lofty
Contemporary Chaozhou Cuisine of the Year NANHAI CHAO Outstanding Restaurant of the Year XIHEYAYUAN
Craft Beer Bar of the Year
Chinese Restaurant of the Year
Paulaner Bräuhaus
Outstanding Afternoon Tea of the Year
Afternoon Tea Venue of the Year
The Lounge
The Lounge
El Chino
Recommended by 1664: Creative Interior Design Restaurant/Bar of the Year NAYUKI’S FANTASY FACTORY
Recommended by 1664: Fusion Restaurant of the Year Hipster Bar/Pub of the Year YITANG TAPROOM
VITA
Rising Star of the Year
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A Slice of the Town
Seven Pizzas to Fill Your Tummy, p48
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They’re Gr-r-r-eat! By Ryan Gandolfo
Mushrooms and craft beer are apparently a thing. We recently came across No. 18 Brewing’s Tiger Jump mushroom gose, a collaboration brew with the folks at Taipei-based Taihu Brewing, and are admittedly big fans of the sour suds.
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his mushroom gose pulls you in with its brilliantly designed orange can, showing a badasslooking tiger with hops and shrooms floating all over the label. Tiger Jump clocks in at 4.2% ABV – a standard mark for gose – and 10 IBU. A quick scan of the can informs us that the beer is brewed with mushrooms as one of the key ingredients. Unsurprisingly, upon cracking open a cold one and taking the first swig, we can’t detect a hint of mushroom (since the vegetable is more known for its texture than taste). That refreshing lemon sourness that gose are known for, however, is not in short supply. The beer has a cloudy yellow body and is light and enjoyable. Best described as a sessionable beer with plenty of flavor in its arse-
nal, Tiger Jump strikes us as a brew that is very versatile, much like our striped feline friends. Given its sour profile, we see the brew pairing well with barbecued seafood – some nice shrimp on the barbie, you know. Wuhan-based No. 18 Brewing appear to be no stranger to collaborations, having also paired up with Stone Brewing in 2019. Formerly a live music venue in Hubei’s capital city, No. 18 turned into No. 18 Brewery in 2013, with Karl Jiang leading the operation, according to beer fanatic and That’s columnist Chris Foste. While we’re still relatively new to the brewery’s boozy offerings, the Tiger Jump mushroom gose has us going around town shouting “they’re Gr-r-r-eat!” You can purchase No. 18 Brewing’s Tiger Jump Mushroom Gose on Taobao for RMB149 per six-pack.
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NO. 18 BREWING’S TIGER JUMP MUSHROOM GOSE
GRAPE VINE THE SCANDALOUS SCOOP
WE TRY IT
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Peach and Apple Baijiu
A fantastic night attended with the city’s movers and shakers at the annual That’s Food & Drink Awards ceremony; Compass Bar hosting Shenzhen’s first cocktail festival called SipStreet in late December; one of The World’s 50 Best Bars, Tippling Club, participating in takeover night at The Glasshouse; and the openings of BUD X DeSound and Circle Club, two boozy EDM hot spots.
We’re done with:
The closure of Xpats Bar & Grill locations in Futian and Sea World, which are shuttered until further notice; cold burgers at Nayuki Fantasy Factory; and turkey, after all the epic Christmas feasts across the city last month.
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Baijiu brand Jiangxiaobai is the one of the newer fads taking over the late-night scene – we think. It has less of that strong rubbing alcohol flavor than Erguotou or even Maotai and it’s generally marketed towards China’s younger generation. Recently, Jiangxiaobai’s peach flavor has been heavily marketed on WeChat and Weibo, with eager 20-something-year-olds apparently loving the boozy nectar. We recently came across Jiangxiaobai’s peach and apple flavors at our local convenience store, both spirits housed in colorfully labeled 100-milliliter bottles. Of course, it was unanimously decided to try both – because why the hell not? Upon opening the peach baijiu, the first thing we noticed was an overpowering peachy scent. It honest to goodness
smelled like a Bath & Body Works body spray. Surprisingly, the peach-flavored booze went down smooth, like a swig of water, and was genuinely pleasant to drink. We reckon it would also work well in a baijiufocused cocktail. Next up: apple. Right off the bat, the apple baijiu’s aroma was not quite as pungent as the peach-flavored variety. It smelled less like an overpriced body spray and more like those green apple-flavored cavity-inducing Jolly Ranchers we ate as kids. The apple flavoring was unable to conceal – or blend with – the alcohol taste and, as a result, it didn’t go down nearly as easily as the peach baijiu. Overall, the sentiment in the editorial office ranged between unimpressed and delighted – with the peach baijiu taking the majority of the accolades. Who’s drinking it: stressed out colleagues, millennials surnamed Jiang Price: RMB20
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Flexitarian Future If you want to dabble in the plant-based meat movement, Wagas has partnered with OmniPork to offer multiple dishes on their menu using the fauxground pork. OmniPork is made of peas, non-GMO soy, shiitake mushrooms and rice. Plus, it boasts less fat than pork and more dietary fiber, calcium and iron. You can spot these dishes, including spaghetti bolognese (RMB65), a
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Korean-inspired power bowl (RMB70), spaghetti meatballs (RMB68) and tacos (RMB68), in the ‘Flexitarian Future’ menu section. We tried the bolognese and honestly, it’s a great substitute: It almost tastes the same as lean ground pork. Under all the tomato sauce, parmesan and spaghetti, you can’t really tell, but OmniPork’s texture is just a tad mushier. So hey, why not give it a go? Available at all Wagas locations in Shenzhen.
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A SLICE OF THE TOWN
Seven Pizzas to Fill Your Tummy in Shenzhen By Phoebe Kut
As Shenzhen becomes more cosmopolitan, the food scene has followed suit. New options for delicious Italian- and Americanstyle pizzas are on the rise; here are some of our top picks.
Helianthus (R to L) 9-inch Romana with anchovies, olives, capers (RMB35) 9-inch Salame (RMB50) 9-inch Spinaci Ricotta (RMB35) Closed Tue, 11am-9pm. 2/F, Runpeng Garden, 1019 Lianhua Zhilu, Futian District 福田 区莲花支路1019号润鹏花园2楼 (8254 6612)
Oggi Trattoria 12-inch Margherita (RMB88) with tomato sauce, mozzarella and fresh basil Open daily, 11am-11.30pm. Shop S205, 2/F, UpperHills, 5001 Huanggang Lu, Futian District 福田区皇岗路5001号深业上城品牌街L2层S205铺 (8866 2239)
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Commune 12-inch Truffle and Air-dried Ham (RMB66) Open daily, 11-4am. Shop C3102-2, Crown Industrial Zone, 21 Tairan Jiu Lu, Futian District 福田区泰然九路21号皇冠工业区3栋1层C3102-2号 (2394 2182)
The Pizza Factory Custom is king, personalize your own 10-inch for just RMB68 or 12-inch for RMB88. (R to L) 12-inch Meathead (RMB88) with classic tomato sauce, minced beef, American mozzarella, pepperoni, roasted chicken, frankfurter and onions 12-inch Build-your-own (RMB88) with classic tomato sauce, green peppers, bacon, frankfurter, American mozzarella, four cheese blend Open daily, 10am-10pm (Mon-Fri), 10am-10.30pm (Sat-Sun). Shop L/503, Eslite Spectrum, MixC World (Hi-Tech Park), Shennan Dadao, Nanshan District 南山区深南大 道万象天地成品生活L503 (8695 2092)
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NAYUKI’S FANTASY FACTORY Cold Burgers and Brews By Rakini Bergundy
The Place Nayuki, a popular tea slash bakery chain, has opened its first megastore in Nanshan’s Coastal City mall. Born and bred in Shenzhen, Nayuki’s newest concept – dubbed Nayuki Fantasy Factory – expands its repertoire to include an international selection of baked goods, cakes, steaks and, yes, even craft beers on tap. While this may seem a bit all over the place, Shenzheners are (literally) eating it up. We visit on a Saturday afternoon and the store is absolutely packed. The 1,000 square meters of space is divided into multiple areas: a bakery, two bars, a fruit tea bar, arcade games and a retail section.
The Food & Drink
The shop offers Chinese-, French-, Danish-, Japanese- and Italian-style pastries, but as the saying goes “jack of all trades, master of none.” Of the wide variety available, nothing particularly stood out to us. Nayuki offers Starfield artificial meat products so we scoop up a Starfield mini burger (RMB ) and Starfield burrito (RMB2 ) along with two croissants (RMB18 each) and a savory egg pastry (RMB16). We ask the staff if it’s possible to heat up the burger, but we’re unfortunately told no (lame!). The burger, although cold, is pretty tasty and has a bit of a kick to it. The burrito is even spicier than the burger and we’d probably skip it next time, along with the hard, crusty croissants. What’s exciting, though, is that the shop offers 20 beers on tap (RMB40-90 a glass). All the popular Chinese craft brews like Jing-A, Bravo, NBeer and more are available from 10am, so that you can get your drink on bright and early.
The Vibe Nayuki continues to draw crowds with its bright, stylish atmosphere and sleek branding. The shop has a huge outdoor seating area, and is a popular spot to post up and socialize (or play mobile phone games) while sipping bevvies. While a great spot to catch up with friends over small bites, don’t arrive hungry and looking for a satisfying meal. Price: RMB80 Who’s going: millennials, tea lovers, gamers Good for: hanging out, tea time, casual brews Nearest metro: Houhai (Exit H), 4 minutes’ walk
Open daily, 10-2am. Shop 201-205, Coastal City, 33 Wenxin Wu Lu, Nanshan District 南山区文心五路33号海岸城购物中心201-205铺 (8653 5382)
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HELIANTHUS Mangia e Statti Zitto! By Phoebe Kut
The Place
filling. If you enjoy the aromas of passion fruit and prefer something dairy-free, the sorbet version is your top choice.
Helianthus is a little slice of Italy located in a quaint local area just north of Lianhuashan Park. The vibrant and cozy shop mainly focuses on Italian desserts but also serves up delicious pizzas made without additives or preservatives. Diego, who is originally from Northern Italy, has over 36 years of experience in Italian kitchens and spent the past two years working in Shanghai. When speaking about the ingredients in the dough or his favorite desserts to make, you can feel his passion and knowledge really shine through. We are excited to try all the shop’s offerings, because really – who doesn't love Italian food?
The Vibe
Tucked away on the second floor, Helianthus (also the genus under which sunflowers fall), is like a burst of sunshine. The warm, friendly space is casual and unpretentious, a rare place you can find quality food for a fair price. The space is quite large and suitable for families or group gatherings as well. If you like authentic Italian pastries, desserts and pizzas, then this local gem is definitely worth a visit.
The Food
Although the store’s primary focus was on desserts and pastries, shortly after opening they were barraged with requests for pizza and pasta as well. While pasta isn’t an option yet, their 9-inch pizzas come in eight different forms, including vegetarian-friendly margherita (RMB35) and spinach ricotta (RMB35). We decide to try a meaty option, the Salame (RMB50), and a salt-lovers’ fa-
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vorite, the Romana (RMB35), which contains capers, anchovies and olives. We first tuck into the Salame which comes topped with pepperoni. The thin-crust pizza is simply delightful – and we quickly gobble up the whole pie, including the crust. Maggie, the manager at Helianthus, tells us about the shop’s health-conscious efforts. Despite the shop recently cutting back on its salt and sugar content by 20-30% on all menu items, taste is definitely not compromised. If you’re in the mood for a cream-based pizza, you can also ask for the carbonara pizza (RMB50) off the ‘secret’ menu. The consistency isn’t that of a thick liquid, but rather, the cream and egg are nicely baked and settled into one another. Now for the best part – dessert! The gelato contains no additives or fillers and is all made in-house by Diego. When we visit, six flavors are available (RMB30 for a single scoop), ranging from creamy classics to tart sorbets. Notable flavors include cheese (made with real cream cheese and parmesan), which may sound disgusting, but is both deliciously creamy and
Price: RMB50 Who’s going: foodies in the know, those reminiscing about their Euro trip Good for: homemade authentic gelato, pastries, personal pies Nearest metro: Lianhua North (Exit A2), 7 minutes’ walk
Closed Tue, 11am-9pm. 2/F, Runpeng Garden, 1019 Lianhua Zhilu, Futian District 福田 区莲花支路1019 号润鹏花园2楼 (8254 6612)
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The Vibe The Glasshouse is a beautiful, modern, yet unpretentious space. Natural light floods through the floor-to-ceiling windows and large potted plants complete the al fresco dining feel. What’s also unique is the open concept kitchen, where world-class chefs are able to put their culinary skills on display. Backed by impeccable service and knowledgeable staff, The Glasshouse certainly makes for a memorable dining experience, perfect for special occasions or a date night out.
THE GLASSHOUSE Exquisite Eats
Price: RMB800-1,000 Who’s going: refined palates, business travelers Good for: premium cuts of grass- and grain-fed meat, seafood galore Nearest metro: Shopping Park (Exit E), 5 minutes’ walk
Open daily, 6.30-10pm. 47/F, Park Hyatt Shenzhen, 5023 Yitian Lu, Futian District 福田区益 田路5023号深圳柏悦酒店47层 (8829 1234)
By Phoebe Kut
The Place Even before Park Hyatt Shenzhen opened their doors to guests earlier this year, there was excitement for months on end in anticipation of the luxury hotel’s official launch. Among local foodies, there was serious interest in regards to which delightful palate-pleasers would emerge out of the hotel kitchens. The badge of a five-star establishment comes with expectations to deliver delicious, innovative plates, and The Glasshouse at Park Hyatt Shenzhen does just that. Situated on the 7th floor with stunning views overlooking the city, The Glasshouse is a contemporary steak and seafood restaurant headed by an Australian executive chef, Dallas Cuddy. Cuddy arrives with an impressive resume, having trained in numerous Michelinhonored kitchens in addition to heading restaurants in London, Melbourne, Singapore and Bangkok. The Glasshouse focuses primarily on Western fine dining and places importance on sustainability by choosing local ingredients and working with certified sustainable fisheries.
The Food & Drink
On the night we visit, there is a guest chef takeover led by Ryan Clift, owner of Singapore’s renowned Tippling Club. The Glasshouse anticipates hosting similar special dinner events one to two times per month, according to hotel staff. On the menu is a five-course dinner (RMB1,000), with each course paired with a glass of wine or a cocktail. To start, there is a four-part amuse-
bouche, which plays upon various colors, tastes and textures. The snacks consist of fragrant fried curry leaves placed on top of a tom yum emulsion, Manchego cheese stuffed into a crispy ‘air baguette’, charred peppers atop a salty soy and wasabi mousse and a refreshingly tangy cold tomato basil mixture, which makes for the perfect palate cleanser. At The Glasshouse, tableside preparation is part of the culinary experience: Our creamy scallop and garlic parsnip soup, is poured out of a kettle by the kind and attentive server. The seafood main course is turbot topped with a razor-thin slice of king oyster mushroom, celeriac and black truffle. The fish is soft, succulent and finished with a crispy pan sear. From the land, we are treated to a melt-in-your-mouth Iberico pork, baba ghanoush and goat’s curd combination. Our meal is rounded out by a delightful crema Catalana dessert. The dish combines flavors of coffee and fruit by pairing a light espresso yogurt with mandarin oranges on top of the crema Catalana. On The Glasshouse’s regular menu, you can find a raw bar offering Oscietra caviar and fresh seafood platters containing lobster, oysters, scallops, poached prawns and mussels. The grill-your-own-steak options include Wagyu from Australia, and various grain- or grass-fed Australian cuts of meat. There’s also no shortage of shellfish delights with seared scallops, grilled tiger prawns, king crab risotto, blue mussels and lobster linguine. If you love steak and seafood, The Glasshouse should be on the top of your list to visit.
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SEE Elias Peña Salvador Art Show Chicago the Musical
The fabulously sordid story of murderesses Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly is coming to Shenzhen this month. Set in the titular city during Prohibition, Chicago is a pitch-black musical satire renowned for its scathing take on media bias and police corruption, plus Bob Fosse’s legendary choreography and the addictive jazzy score. Don’t miss your chance to see classic songs like ‘All That Jazz’ and ‘Cell Block Tango’ performed live. Thu-Sun Jan 2-12, 7.30-9.30pm; RMB280-980. Nanshan Cultural and Sports Center, 62 Nantou Jie, Nanshan Dadao, Nanshan District 南山区南山大道南头街62号南山区文体中 心 (showstart.com)
Notre Dame de Paris French Musical
Having first enjoyed its Parisian debut in 1998 at the Palais des Congres, the original French production went on to sell out across the world, and was translated into nine different languages. Following the opening of Notre Dame de Paris, the production was noted in the 2000 Guinness Book of World Records for its record success for a musical during its first year. Catch up on what all the buzz is about! The musical will be performed in French with English and Chinese subtitles. Fri-Sun Jan 10-12, 7.30pm (Fri-Sun)/2pm (Sat-Sun); RMB280-1,280. Shenzhen Poly Theatre, Baoli Culture Square, Houhaibin Lu, Nanshan District 南山区后海滨路保利文化 广场保利剧院 (247tickets.com)
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Elias Peña Salvador was born and raised in Spain. His paintings are inspired by his observations of daily life such as elders playing card games on the street, the old lady nodding off at the bus station or the man traveling by motorcycle. Elias uses spray paint, propylene and oil paint to boldly capture his subjects. Viewings are by appointment only, call 8600 8690 for more info. Until Jan 8, appointment only; free entry. Jardin Orange, 1/F, B22, SoFun Land, Tangxing Lu, Nanshan District 南山区塘兴路133号集悦城B区22栋JO艺术空间
PAW Patrol Live: The Great Pirate Adventure Stage
It’s Pirate Day in Adventure Bay, and Mayor Goodway is getting ready for a big celebration! But first, Ryder and his team of pirate pups must rescue Cap’n Turbot from a mysterious cavern. When they do, they also discover a secret pirate treasure map! The PAW Patrol set out over land and sea to find the treasure for Mayor Goodway’s celebration before Mayor Humdinger finds it first! The pups will need all paws on deck for this pirate adventure, including some help from the newest pup... Tracker! The English showing is on January 12 at 7.30pm. Sat-Sun Jan 11-12, various times; RMB180-580. Shenzhen Grand Theater, 5018 Shennan Dong Lu, Luohu District 罗湖区深南东路5018号深圳大剧院 (247tickets.com)
DO Next Nature Exhibition
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London Nights at McCawley’s
Currently on display at OCT Art & Design Gallery, this exhibition spans three floors and aims to investigate our future. Bistro In Vitro presents 30 recipes with lab-grown meat that could end up on your plate one day and you’ll get to interact with speculative products that may hit the shelves in the next decade at NANO Supermarket. Tue-Sun until Feb 9, 10am-5.30pm; RMB30 regular, free on Tuesdays. OCT Art & Design Gallery, 9009 Shennan Dadao, Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan Distrcit 南山区华侨城 深南大道9009号华·美术馆 (oct-and.com)
Until Feb 29: OCT-Loft Creative Festival
Every Friday from 3-10pm, enjoy English specials at McCawley’s Futian. We recommend ordering the Ploughman’s Platter for two, which includes assorted meats and cheeses for RMB128, cod and chips for RMB78, Sauvignon Blanc for RMB168 per bottle or a house gin and tonic for RMB30. Every Friday from 3-10pm, #152-153, 1st Floor, Building C, Shopping Park, 269 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District 福田区福华三路269号城建购物公园C座1楼152-153 (2531 3599)
The 2019 OCT-Loft Creative Festival is currently being held at Hall C2, North District of Shenzhen OCT Creative Culture Park. The theme of the exhibition is Fun Palace, and it focuses on our current technological life and its relationship with social identity. The role of people as ‘questioners’ is emphasized to stimulate discussions surrounding the topic. The festival is divided into three sections: the main exhibition, the playground and a question area. Sixteen groups of local and international artists have been invited to display 17 art works, including different installations that include audiovisual elements, photography and much more. Tue-Sun until Feb 29, 10am-6pm; free entry. C2 Space, North District, OCT-Loft, Nanshan District 南山区华侨城创意文化园北区C2展厅
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The Brownie Band Funk
Neun Welte Dark Folk
Neun Welte, meaning ‘nine worlds’ in German, is a German band who primarily incorporate instrumental, acoustic, traditional and dark folk in their music. Their theatrical 2017 album, The Sea I'm Diving In, was described as “vast, elegantly experimental and cool as hell” by Sputnikmusic. Fri Jan 10, 8.30pm; RMB90 presale, RMB130 at the door. B10 Live, North side of Building C2, North Area, OCT-Loft, Xiangshan Dong Jie, Nanshan District 南山区香山东街华侨城创 意文化园北区C2栋北侧 (247tickets.com)
The Brownie Band is a young Asian fusion pop band from Los Angeles with members from China, Korea and Japan. Formed by guitarist and lead singer Brownie in Los Angeles in 2018, Brownie Band combines jazz, funk, blues and soul. The band’s album Julie was produced by well-known Hollywood producer Marc Dold (Celine Dion’s official producer). Get ready for a night of electric live music! Sat Jan 11, 9.30pm; RMB100 advance, RMB120 at the door. Roots House, 101C, E3 Building, OCT-Loft, Qiaoxiang Lu, Nanshan District 南山区侨香路华侨城创意园E3栋101C (showstart.com)
Space Station x 咸空气 Post Rock Two bands, Space Station and 咸空气 (Xiankongqi) will be rocking the stage at Hou Live on January 10. Post rock band Space Station hails from Guangzhou and Xiankongqi is from Shenzhen; both were formed in 2014. Xiangkongqi likens their sound to wind blowing from the island: salty, astringent, ignorant and sweet. Both bands will have you swaying to their rhythmic, light melodies all night long. Fri Jan 10, 8.30-10pm; RMB80 advance, RMB100 regular. Hou Live, B112A, KK ONE Shopping Center, 9289 Binhe Dadao, Futian District 福田区滨河大道9289号 KK ONE购物中心负一层B112A (showstart.com)
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Hong Kong Open, all day; Jan 9-10, free entry; Jan 11-12, HKD400. The Hong Kong Golf Club, Fanling (thehongkongopen.com) After being postponed last month, professional golf returns to the Fragrant Harbor, with 120 players teeing up to win the USD1 million prize purse. If you’ve ever been to a golf tournament, you’ll know it can turn into a boozy affair for spectators. Bring the wolf pack and make a weekend out of one of Hong Kong’s longest standing professional sporting events.
Asia Hemp Comprehensive Expo, 8.30pm, Jan 14 till 11.30pm, Jan 15; HKD146-687. Personal Club in Victoria Harbor, Wanchai Pier (eventbrite.com) Interested in hemp? If so, there’s arguably no better place in Asia to get your fix of hemp products than at the Asia Hemp Comprehensive Expo in Hong Kong this month. With more than 100 exhibitors introducing global high-quality CBD products, there’s a lot to learn about this burgeoning industry. The expo also includes a summit and roadshow, where all things hemp will be discussed by industry leaders. Hooray for hemp!
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JAN 14 TUE
Of Monsters and Men, 8.30pm; starting from HKD949. MacPherson Stadium (stubhub.com) Notorious for getting stuck on repeat in your head, indie folk slash pop band Of Monsters and Men’s songs drum up all kinds of emotions for listeners. Founded in Reykjavik, Iceland, the talented musical group impressed millions of music fans with their 2011 debut album My Head Is An Animal, which saw lead single ‘Little Talks’ utterly dominate the airwaves. Check out some of the new tunes from their latest album, Fever Dream, which was released in July.
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2020 Greater Bay Area Cup Regatta & Macau Cup International Regatta, various times and locations. Visit macaoregatta.com for more information This international regatta event, organized by Macao’s Sports Bureau together with Across Four Oceans Sailing Event Management, will see sailing teams from around the world cruise along the city’s 76.7-kilometer coastline. Over the course of the event, there’ll be two races, one championship and a fleet parade.
JAN 10-19
Chinese New Year Parade, time TBD; free admission. Macao Science Center, Sai Van Lake Square This parade is one of the major Chinese New Year festivities in Macao, taking place at two locations on different dates, with the participation of over a dozen parade floats and more than 1,000 performers hailing from around the globe. Come explore Macao’s cultural gems while enjoying stage performances and a fireworks display.
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Flower Markets 2020, various times and places; free entry. Victoria Park and Fa Hui Park (Discoverhongkong. com) Ever meet someone who doesn’t like flowers? We didn’t think so. Hong Kong’s flower markets are a great way to celebrate Spring Festival, with different parks showing off idyllic orchids and other special blooms. The sweet aroma of the plants will put your mind at ease while your friend Meg snaps photos for the ’gram – #like4like.
19th Macao City Fringe Festival, various times and locations; MOP80/120 (macauticket.com) Featuring a wide range of artistic performances, the annual Macao City Fringe Festival allows artists to submit and share their works with the public. Spectators can also join in a number of activities, lectures and workshops to develop their knowledge of different art styles and fields. For more information, visit macaucityfringe.gov.mo.
Move! Into the Wildlife, noon-8pm; MOP120. Broadway Macao (macauticket.com) This exhibition allows visitors to experience the world through the eyes of different animals, from beetles and butterflies to penguins. Through emulation, the exhibition asks the audience to become the subject of the story and journey through the lifecycle of a particular animal. It’s certainly a unique and educational experience for the little ones.
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HOTEL PROMO PROMOTIONS
Lunar New Year
Semi-Buffet Lunch
Enjoy the joyful Lunar Festival and share wonderful moments with your family and friends at Grand Hyatt Shenzhen, who have prepared a variety of delicacies and Chinese New Year’s set menus at China Lodge and 1881 for the Spring Festival period.
Pavilion is offering a delightful semi-buffet lunch, featuring a selection of Chinese staples, cold dishes, salads and desserts. Whether you come to dine for business or family gatherings, this delightful buffet in a comfortable dining environment is guaranteed to brighten your afternoon up.
China Lodge and 1881, Grand Hyatt Shenzhen, 1881 Bao’an Nan Lu, Luohu District 区 南路1881号 (2218 7338)
W3 Caviar with Rangers Valley Tenderloin MB3+ at The Glasshouse Enjoy moist, succulent, Angus beef tenderloin paired with premium caviar at The Glasshouse on the top floor of Park Hyatt Shenzhen. The Rangers Valley grain-fed Angus beef tenderloin MB3+ is topped off with a generous portion of W3 No. 1 Baerii Caviar. Baerii Caviar boasts a wide array of caviar and is renowned for its outstanding selection from across Asia. The Glasshouse, 47/F, Park Hyatt Shenzhen, 5023 Yitian Lu, Futian District 5023号 47 (8829 1234)
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Pavilion, Courtyard by Marriott Shenzhen Bao’an, 46 Dongfang Dadao, Songgang, Bao'an District 区 46号 (8120 1265)
Lunar New Year Afternoon Tea Sheraton Shenzhen Nanshan is offering sweet and jubilant treats in celebration of the Lunar New Year! Savor freshly made traditional Chinese desserts inspired by local favorites, like sticky rice cake and salted egg yolk. There are also Western desserts and savory snacks available. Enjoy unforgettable moments with your loved ones at the Lounge with an exquisite Lunar New Year Afternoon Tea selection. The Lounge, Sheraton Shenzhen Nanshan, 4088 Liuxian Dadao, Nanshan District 南 区 4088号 (8139 7856)
TRAVEL DEALS One-Night Villa Stay in Idyllic Linshan Enjoy a memorable getaway at the stunning Core Fire Villa, Linshan hotel in Linshan, Zhejiang province anytime between now and May 31, 2020 for only RMB899 per night. This package includes complementary daily breakfasts for two adults and one child, welcome fruit and drink offerings, afternoon tea, two admission tickets to the Baoguo Temple and two ‘goodnight soups.’ Consider this vacation package the perfect excuse to escape Guangzhou or Shenzhen and head north for a relaxing getaway.
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Two Treks in Yunnan You Have to Do You’ve likely heard of Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan, but you may not have heard of Yubeng village. This small settlement is relatively unknown in Yunnan province, thanks to its secluded and hidden location. Situated at the foot of Meili Snow Mountain Range, Yubeng village is extremely inaccessible from the outside world: It takes one whole day to trek to the village from the closest paved road. This isolation is what makes Yubeng village and its surroundings extremely beautiful and a worthy hike. Looking to check out Yubeng village for yourself? We are currently offering seven- and nine-day hikes that visit the village and its surrounding areas for RMB4,100-4,600.
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CITY SCENES That’s Craft Beer & Music Funfest (Presented by and
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Held over two days, the Craft Beer and Music Funfest featured lively tunes by students from five schools, a rockin’ DJ and live bands. The stellar lineup of breweries included Carlsberg, Duvel Moortgat, Jing A, Brooklyn Lager, Grimbergen, Lancaster, Vedett, 21 Jag Hops Typhoon, Devils, The Strand and plenty more. Quality educators like the Canadian International School of Guangzhou were there to answer questions about their curriculums, while Guangzhou Grocery ensured that attendees got their fix of slimline tonic and other essentials. Good food was in abundance too, with the likes of The Happy Monk, Mado, Mellow Pub and Shahenshah, among others, dishing out delicious eats.
AmCham Winter Ball 2019 (Supported by and
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Blockbuster doesn’t even begin to describe AmCham’s grandiose Winter Ball on December 7 at the one and only LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou. Themed ‘Peace & Love,’ the winter ball summoned the city’s chicest trendsetters to experience captivating performances, fine wine and food and, last but not least, two rounds of a grand lucky draw. The event was a true celebration of AmCham’s 20 years of heritage in the city.
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CITY SCENES Canton Tower Christmas Lighting Ceremony (Supported by and )
Captivating’s 3rd Annual Santa Run (Supported by and
Accompanied by the melodic singing of a choir, a Christmas tree lighting ceremony was held at the Canton Tower on November 25, with the structure illuminated in red and green. 2019 was the eighth year that the Guangzhou landmark was lit up for Christmas.
A total of 700 participants and 50 volunteers donned red shirts, hats and Santa costumes to run (or walk) around the Shenzhen Bay walkway on December 7. This charity run was aimed at raising funds to support the work of Captivating and its Chinese registered charity partners through the Shenzhen Charity Federation. Programs include educational support for young girls who have dropped out of school, the ‘My First Job Program,’ health training, as well as animal husbandry lessons for families, giving them the chance to grow a business and lift themselves out of poverty.
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Canadian International School Guangzhou (CIS) welcomed over 750 families to their 2019 winter festival. More than 70 booths set up by the CIS community provided guests with various activities to take part in. Handcrafts and food and beverage stations were also available for visitors to browse. Additionally, CIS teachers brought out the best of the school’s curriculum to challenge the families in attendance.
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Blessed with cool (but not too cold) festive weather, the British Chamber of Commerce Guangdong hosted its 2019 Guangzhou Christmas Gala Dinner on December 6 at LN Garden Hotel. It was a time to reflect and celebrate the year with members, friends, partners and the wider community. The 2019 Guangzhou BritCham Christmas Gala Dinner was a sell-out event, with additional tables added lastminute to accommodate the rush of people who didn’t want to miss the holiday together.
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n December 11, a charity event was held at iBorn Women’s and Children’s Hospital, which raised RMB120,000 to advocate for the health benefits of breastfeeding and proper breastfeeding practices. Additionally, public classes were offered to advance breastfeeding knowledge.
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enowned private school Harrow School, London mesmerized an audience of over 1,000 people on December 14 with a delightful chamber orchestra performance in Zhuhai. Hosted as part of a Harrow Education Showcase, the orchestra played a repertoire ranging from Mozart to contemporary British composers. Each piece was accompanied by an informative interlude, with senior staff detailing the outstanding aspects of Harrow’s education that successfully cultivated some of the most well-known world leaders and influencers. Harrow International School Shenzhen Qianhai and Harrow Innovation Leadership Academy Zhuhai will open in August 2020.
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s part of this year’s Guangzhou International Documentary Film Festival, The Thirteen Hongs, billed as “China’s first reality experiential history documentary,” was screened to 200 audience members on December 10.
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n the evening of December 18, in celebration of the eighth anniversary of Lang Lang Music World, a masterclass of Lang Lang was held in the Grand Ballroom of Kempinski Hotel Shenzhen. Six hundred piano teachers, students, families and hotel clients enjoyed classical piano pieces from the students of Lang Lang Music World.
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ponsored by Galaxy Entertainment Group for the past 16 years, the Macao International Marathon 2019, which was held on December 1, saw 12,000 participants hailing from around the world.
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SHARING THE BEAUTY OF CHINA
SELECTED POEMS AND PAINTINGS OF THE TANG DYNASTY
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he Tang Dynasty (618–907) was the golden age of poetry in China with the emergence of great poets such as Li Bai and Du Fu and a large number of masterpieces that have been passed down for thousands of years. The Tang poems fully embody the artistic features in syllable harmony and pithy wordings of ancient poetry. Great achievements were made in paintings in the Tang Dynasty as well. ‘Painting in poetry’ and ‘poetry in painting’ were the common pursuit of poets and painters of the Tang Dynasty, reflecting the unique aesthetic ideals and cultural spirit of the Chinese nation. This book contains 80 selected poems and translations of Mr. Xu Yuanchong in a bilingual format, complimented by paintings from the era that echo the artistic concept of the verse. The book aims to help readers to discover and enjoy the beauty of Chinese culture with a combination of select artistic works.
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Element Fresh1) 1/F, Zone B, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan District (2681 4848) 2) L27/7A, Wongtee Plaza, 118 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8323 7249) 1) 南山区海上世界广 场B区B130-210号 2) 福田区福华三路118号皇庭国 商购物广场L2-7/7A号
Baia Burger Concept 1) 1C-077-078A, 1/F, Shopping Park, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8290 6696) 2) A2303 3/F, Second Building Section A, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan District (2681 8890) 1) 福田区福华三路购物公园
1楼078A 2) 深圳市南山区蛇口海上世界A区2座3 楼3号
The Butchers Club B101A, PAFC Mall, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8272 5669) 福田区益田路5033号平安
金融中心B1， 下沉式广场B101A商铺 （观光厅入口旁 边）
Morton's Grille N901, 9/F, PAFC Mall, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8326 8333) 福田区益田路5033号平安
金融中心9楼N901
Hard Rock Cafe Shenzhen 9 Mission Hills Blvd, Longhua New District (3395 2888) 龙
华新区观澜高尔夫大道9号www.hardrockhotels. com/shenzhen
Blue Frog Shop 28, 2/F, Wongtee Plaza, 118 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8255 3646) 福田区福华三路118号皇庭国商购物广
PAPI Italian Restaurant N702, 7/F, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8326 6833) 福田区益田路5033号平安
金融中心7楼N702号
Artisans 1/F, Block A, Poly Cultural Center, Houhaibin Lu, by Haide San Dao (8628 7109) 南山区 保利文化广场A区40号店铺 Alla Torre #101, Area B, Sea World, 1128 Wanghai Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2685 1322) 南山区蛇口望海路1128号海上世界B区101 Blue Italian Seafood & Grill Restaurant 3/F, The Venice Raytour Hotel Shenzhen, 9026 Shennan Dadao, Nanshan District (2693 6888) 南山区深南大道9026号深圳威尼斯
睿途酒店3楼意大利餐厅
Baia Restaurant Bar Grill B301, Bldg B, Zone B, Sea World Square, Shekou, Nanshan District (2681 8836) 南山区蛇口海上世 界广场B区3楼B301
La Terrazza 1/F, Grand Hyatt Shenzhen, 1881 Baoan Nan Lu, by Jiabing Lu (2218 7338) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号深圳君悦酒店 Paletto 2/F, The Ritz-Carlton, 116 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (2222 2222) 福田区福 华三路116号深圳星河丽思卡尔顿酒店二层
Oggi Trattoria Pizzeria 3-14 Golden Century Lu, Phase 3, Coastal Rose Garden, Shekou, Nanshan District (2689 0118) 南山
区蛇口金世纪路南海玫瑰花园三期金世纪路3-14号
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PIZZA CHINESE CANTONESE
Hoi Fan 1) North gate L/F, Yijing Central Walk Shopping Mall, 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian District (8322 6165) 2) Rm 16 3/F, Raffles City, 2163 Nanhai Dadao, Nanshan District (2640 8664) 1) 福田区福华一路3号新怡景商 业中心L层北大门 2) 南海大道2163号来福士广 场3层16号
Diandoude Dim Sum 4/F, Greater China IFC, Shennan Dadao and Caitian Lu Interchange, Futian District (8321 9215) 福田区 深南大道和彩田路交汇处大中华IFC四楼
Jade Garden 22-31 L2/F, Yitian Holiday Plaza, 9028 Shennan Dadao, Nanshan District (8860 6228) 南山区深南大道9028号益田 假日广场L2楼22-31号
Pizza Express Shop 568, 5/F, the MixC, 1881 Bao'an Nan Lu, Luohu District (2215 9036) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号万象城5楼568
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Kiwi Pizza 1) Shop B14, COCO Park, by Fuhua Lu (8329 2299) 2) 8 Outlets Minkang Lu, by Huanan Lu 3) B1, 138 Mintian Lu, by Fuhua Yi Lu 1) 福田区购物公园B1楼地铁商业街
B14铺 2)龙华新区奥特莱斯8号仓店 3) 福田区民田 路138号购物公园B1楼
Baia Da Marco Shop #28 Coastal Rose Garden, Shekou, Nanshan District, shenzhen (2681 8849) 南山区蛇口街道望海路南海玫瑰花
园（二期）33—36裙楼28
NYPD New York Pizza Delivery 1) Shop 26, HaichangJie, 1 Gongyuan Nan Lu (8887 6973) 2) 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, by Zhongxin Si Lu (8887 6973) 1) 南山区公园南路1号海尚国际26
号铺 2)福田区福华一路中心城FL1015商铺
FRENCH
SICHUAN Rong Yue 1) 468 4/F, MIXC, 1881, Bao'an Nan Lu, Luohu District (2221 6888) 2) L3/F, Yitian Holiday Plaza, 9028 Shennan Dadao, Nanshan District (8665 6877) 1) 区宝安
南路1881号华润万象城一期4层468号2) 南山区深 南大道9028号益田假日广场3层
CHINESE NEW YEAR GOODIES AND HAMPERS The Shenzhen Kitchen Celebrate this Chinese New Year with artisanal festive gifts from JW Marriott Hotel Shenzhen Bao’an. Share traditional rice cakes, poon choi (assorted delicacies platter) and sumptuous hampers. Enjoy an early bird offer of 30% off on rice cakes and 10% off on poon choi and hampers before January 15. JW Marriott Hotel Shenzhen Bao’an, 8 Baoxing Lu, Bao’an District 宝安区宝兴路8号深圳前海 华侨城JW万豪酒店(2323 8330)
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Lan Ting 23/F, Hilton Shenzhen Futian, Tower B, Great China IFC, 1003 Shennan lu, Futian District (2130 8888) 福田区深南大 道1003号大中华国际金融中心B座大深圳中华希 尔顿酒店23楼
SHANGHAINESE Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao B1/F, KK MALL, 5016 Shennan Dong Lu, Futian District (2265 9183) 福田区深南东路5016号
Belle-Vue Grill 37/F, Grand Hyatt Shenzhen, 1881 Bao'an Nan Lu, Luohu District (2218 7338) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号君悦酒
店37楼
L’etoile Building A 302-303, Ecological PLAZA, OCT, Nanshan District (8166 8111) 南山区华侨城生态广场A 栋302-303
La Maison Shop 108, Nanhai Rose Garden, 91 Wanghai Lu, Nanshan District (2685 7030) 南山区望海路91号南海玫瑰花园108号 Taste Moment Restaurant 1st floor, Bldg 1, Block A, 1979 Cultural and Creative Park, 1011 Qiaoxiang Lu, Futian District (8255 6173) 福田区侨香路1011号1979文化生活新领
域A区1栋1层
GERMAN
KKMALL京基百纳空间B1层
Din Tai Fung 3/F, MixC, 1881, Bao'an Nan Lu, Luohu District (2598 2779) 区宝安南 路1881号华润万象城一期3层
Shanghai Min A-1F, OCT Bay, 13 Baishi Dong Lu, Nanshan District (4008209777) 区白石路东13号欢乐海岸曲水湾A-1F
Haxnbauer 1) L1C-055B, 1/F, Coco Park, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8359 2080) 2) L1-15, Raffles City, 2163 Nanhai Ave, Nanshan District (8652 6580) 1) 福田区福华 三路星河Coco Park一楼L1C-055B 2) 南山区南 海大道2163号福士广场L1-15
Paulaner Brauhaus 1) C-005, Huanchuan Square, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan District (2668 7230) 2) 8/F, Shop 801, PAFC Mall,Ping’An Finance Centre, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8253 5187) 1) 南山区蛇口
海上世界环船广场C-005 2)福田区益田路5033号 平安金融中心8楼801
SPANISH
Kyoku Japanese Cuisine B-17 Qushui Bay, OCT Bay, 50 Baishi Lu East, Nanshan District (8654 1122) 南山区白石路东50号欢乐
OPEN DOORS
海岸曲水湾B-17
Nishimura 1/F, Macro Polo Hotel, Fuhua Yi Lu, by Mintian Lu (3339 7709) 福田中心区福 华一路马哥孛罗好日子酒店1楼
Kanpai Classic 9/F, PAFC Mall, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Road, Futian District (6182 2987) 福田区福华三路平安金
融中心第9楼
Ling Spanish Kitchen 1011 Qiao Xiang Dong Lu, 1979 Cultural Park, Nanshan District (8322 7522) 南山区侨香东路1011号1979
KOREAN
MIDDLE EASTERN
Minikor Kitchen L01-B01, Coco Park, 269 Fuhua San Lu, by Mintian Lu, Futian District (8606 9266) 福田区民田路福华三路269号星河
文化新天地B区1层
Bus Grill Turkish Steakhouse Shop 134, 1/F, Shopping Park B Area, Futian District (158 2044 6962) 福田区购物公园B区134铺
Coco Park L1-B0
Bornga Korean Cuisine A-11A, Qushui Wan, OCT Bay, 42 Baishi Lu East, Nanshan District (8654 1158) 南山区白石路东42号欢乐
海岸曲水湾A-11A
Les 5 Chef's Miznon 143 Laojie, Shekou, Nanshan District (132 5889 0561) 南山蛇
VIETNAMESE
口老街143号
The Istanbul Restaurant 1-22 Huafa Bei Lu, Huaqiangbei Jiedao, Futian District (3309 7180) 福田区华强北街道华发北路1-22号
Lian Shop 562, 5/F, The MIXC Shenzhen, Luohu District (8266 6366) 罗湖区万象城商 场5楼562铺
MEXICAN Teqo FL1018, Yijing Central Walk Shopping Mall, 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian District. (18928448542) 福田区福华一路3号怡景中心 城FL1018号铺
Orale No. 1026, Zhonghang Beiyuan V Shangjie, Zhenhua Lu, Huaqiangbei, Futian District (2396 4990) 福田区华强北振华路中航 北苑V尚街1026号铺
Tacos 3118#, Sea World Square, 32 Taizi Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2161 1006) 南山区蛇口太子路32号海上世界广场A3118店铺
Latina No. 1128, Sea World, Wanghai Lu, by Nanhai Dadao (2667 7679) 南山区蛇口望 海路1128号海上世界广场C区
INDIAN Bombay Indian Restaurant & Bar Shops 20-24, Sea World, Nanshan District (2667 6049) 南山区海上世界商铺20-24号 Saffron Indian Restaurant and Bar Floor B1, Jinhu Hotel, 1005 Wenjin Lu, Luohu District (8219 1115) 罗湖区文锦中路1005号锦 湖宾馆地下一层
Indian Cottage Shop 48-49, 2/F, Area A, Poly Cultural Centre, Wenxin Wu Lu, Nanshan District (8628 7265) 南山区文心五路保 利文化广场A区2楼48-49号商铺
Muine 1) L2-203, Coco Park, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8271 2527) 2) B139 and B139-2, B1/F, Jiufang Shopping Mall, ShennanZhong Lu, Futian District (2681 7828) 3) No. 219, 2/F, Shekou Garden City Center, Nanshan District (2681 7828) 4) B2-017A, King Glory Plaza, Luohu District (2220 3052) 5) RL1094B, Yijing Central Walk Shopping Mall, 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian District (8273 2993) 6) G-025B, OCT Bay Shopping mall, 13 Baishi Dong Lu, Nanshan District (8671 7326) 1) 福田区福华三路COCO Park L2-203 2) 福田区深南中路华强北九方购物 中心B1层B139 & B139-2 3) 南山区南海大道1086 号花园城中心第2楼219号铺 4) 罗湖区人民南路金 光华广场B2层B2-017A号 5) 福田区福华三路中心 城广场L层RL1094B号 6) 南山区滨海大道2008号 欢乐海岸购物中心G-025B
PROSPERITY POON CHOI Man Ho Get into the Spring Festival spirit with a taste of poon choi (big bowl feast). The prosperity-signifying dish prides itself on premium ingredients, including Dalian abalone, sea cucumber, squid and dried oyster. Grab your own set, which are available until January 31, for RMB998! 3/F, Shenzhen Marriott Hotel Golden Bay, 33 Zonglv Dadao, Dapeng District 大鹏新区棕榈大 道33号深圳佳兆业万豪酒店3层 (2839 8888 ext 8238)
Mon Saigon Block B, 1979 Cultural and Creative Park, by Qiaoxiang Lu, Futian District (8270 3282) 福田区侨香路1979文化 生活新领域B区
Pho Nam Shop B26C, Link City Passage, by Fuhua Lu (8255 7048) 福田区连城新天地
B26C商铺
THAI The Terrace Restaurant & Bar #201, Sea World Square, 32 Taizi Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2682 9105) 南山区蛇口太子路32号海 上世界广场商铺201
Very Siam 1/F, A3 Bldg, Xiangshan Dong Jie, OCT-Loft, Nanshan District (8623 3225) 南山区OCT创意园香山东街A3栋1楼
Little Papa Indian Restaurant #116, Building 6, Nanhai E-Cool, Taizi Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2686 0020) 南山区蛇口太 子路南海意库6栋116号
JAPANESE BOA 3/F, West side of International Bar Street, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan District (130 4894 9034) 南山区蛇口海上世界国际酒
Yes Thai 1) 4/F, KK Shopping Mall, KK Financial Centre, 5016 Shennan Dong Lu, by Hongbao Lu (2290 0333) 2) 5/F, Costal City, 33 Wenxin Wu Lu, by Haide Yi Dao (8635 9989) 1) 罗湖区深南东路5016号京基百
纳空间购物中心4楼 2) 南山区文心五路33号海岸 城购物中心五楼
La Maison D'Elephant 8/F, PAFC Mall, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8831 9918) 福田区益田路5033号平
安金融中心8楼
吧街西侧三楼
Tang Ben Jia #FL1011, L/F, Yijing Central Walk Shopping Mall, 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian District (8280 1086) 福田区福华一路3号怡景中 心城广场L楼FL1011号
Bincho Ya L120-121, Bldg 2, Times Square Excellence, Fuhua Lu, Futian District (8278 2760) 福田区福华路卓越时代广场二期L120
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Komachi B-132, North Side, Shopping Park, Futian District (8290 5806) 福田区购物
BUFFETS Café Zen 1/F, Futian Shangri-la Shenzhen, 4088 Yitian lu, Futian District (2151 3825)
福田区益田路4088号深圳福田香格里拉大酒店1层
The Show Kitchen 32/F, Grand Hyatt Shenzhen, 1881 Baoan Nan lu, Luohu District (2218 7338) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号深圳君悦
OSECHI RYORI, TRADITIONAL JAPANESE NEW YEAR FOOD Kempinski Hotel Shenzhen Seasons Restaurant Indulge yourself with a wide selection of European dishes featuring grilled cod, crispy grilled salmon, oysters, caviar, crayfish and more gastronomic delights. It’s your chance to have a taste of Europe and enjoy these classic dishes, which are crafted using high-quality European products. Haide Sandao, Houhai Bin Lu, Nanshan District 南山区后海滨路海德三道深圳凯宾斯基酒店 (8888 8888 ext.8321)
酒店32层
公园北园B区132号
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Silk 2/F, The Langham Shenzhen, 7888 Shennan Dadao, Futian District (8828 9888 ext. 8921) 深圳东海朗廷酒店2层秀·自助餐厅
Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen 138 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8826 8888)
Market Café 2/F, Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Airport, Shenzhen Baoan International Airport, Boa’an District (2345 1234) 宝安区深圳
Grand Hyatt Shenzhen No.1881 Baoan Nan Lu, Luohu District (8266 1234) www.shenzhen.grand.hyatt.com 罗湖区宝安南路1881号
Café Marco 1/F, Marco Polo Shenzhen, 28 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian District (3322 7777) 福
Hardrock Hotel Shenzhen， Hard Rock Cafe Shenzhen，No.9 Misson Hills Road,Shenzhen，0755-3395 2888 深圳硬石
宝安国际机场深圳机场凯悦酒店2层
田区福华一路28号深圳马哥孛罗好日子酒店1层
福田区福华三路 138 号
酒店 观澜高尔夫大道9号
Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai 1177, Wanghai Lu, Nanshan District
NIGHTLIFE The George & Dragon is a quintessential British Pub; good draft beers, ales, and cider; comforting pub food and great BBQ; non-stop sports on three screens; secluded beer garden. Your home away from home. Also available for catering your parties and events. www.george-dragon.com; e-mail: manager@george-dragon.com; tel: 2669 8564; Shop 3, behind Taizi Hotel, Taizi Lu 5, Shekou. 南山区太子路5号太子宾馆1楼后排
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JW Marriott Shenzhen Bao’an 8 Baoxing Lu, Baoan District (2323 8888) 深圳前海华侨城 JW 万豪酒店 宝安区宝兴路 8 号
McCawley’s Irish Bar 1) Shop 151-152, Coco Park, Futian District (2531 3599) 2) Shop 118, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan District (2668 4496) 1) 福田区购物公园151-
Sheraton Dameisha Resort 9 Yankui Lu, Dameisha, Yantian District (8888 6688)
EDUCATION American International School, No. 82,Gongyuan Lu, Shekou,Nanshan District (8619 4750) 南山区蛇口公园路82号青少年活动中心
Green Oasis School No. 4030, Shennan Middle Road, Tianmian, Futian District. (8399 6712) admission@greenoasis.org.cn www.greenoasis.org.cn 福田区田面村深南中路 4030 号
International School of Nanshan Shenzhen A Canadian school accepting application for Pre-Grade 1 through Grade 12. 11 Longyuan Lu, Taiyuan Sub-District, Nanshan District (2666 1000, 2606 6968). admission@isnsz.com www.isnsz.com 南山区龙源路11号
Merchiston International School No. 12 Shilongzai Road, Daliang SubDistrict, Longhua District, (400 867 0177) admissions@merchiston.cn, www.merchiston.cn 龙华区大浪街道新石社区石龙仔路12号 Peninsula Montessori Kindergarten The Peninsula one, Jin Shiji Lu, Shekou Nanshan District ( 2685 1266)
半岛城邦国际幼儿园 南山区蛇口东角头金世纪路1 号半岛城邦一期
Quality Schools International 2/F Bitao Center, 8 Taizi Lu, Shekou,Nanshan District (2667 6031). www.shk.qsi.org 南山区蛇口太子路 8 号碧涛中心 2 楼
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Shangri-La Hotel East of the Luohu Train Station, Jianshe Lu, Luohu District (8233 0888). www.shangri-la.com
The Terrace Above Starbucks, Sea World Plaza, Shekou, Nanshan District (2682 9105) 南山区蛇口海上世界广场2 楼星巴克楼上
T7, One Shenzhen Bay, 3008 Zhongxin Lu, Nanshan District, Shenzhen 深圳南山区中心路 3008号深圳湾1号T7
JW Marriott Shenzhen No.6005 Shennan Dadao, Futian District. (2269 8888)
Dazzle Club 3/F, Central Commercial Building, No.88 Fuhua 1st Road, Futian District (2348 1542) 福田区民田路中心商务大厦三楼
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Experience new heights of luxury at Raffles’ newest urban oasis in Shenzhen. Instead of traveling afar why not have your staycation at Raffles equipped with gorgeous views of Shenzhen Bay? Embrace the festive season with seasonal beverages and a winter-themed afternoon tea at Rui Lounge. This package is priced at RMB3,099 and is valid for the full month of January.
福田区深南大道1003号大中华国际金融中心B座
Marco Polo Shenzhen Fuhua Yi Lu, CBD, Futian District (8298 9888). www. cn.marcopolohotels.com 福田中心区福华一路
Pepper Club 2/F, Shopping Park, Fuhua Lu, Fustian District (8319 9040) 福田区福华
Raffles Shenzhen
Hilton Shenzhen Futian Town B, Great China International Finance Centre, 1003 Shennan Dadao, Futian District (2130 8888)
Club Viva No. 140, Fuhua Lu, Coco Park, Futian District 福田区福华路城建购物公园140 号
152 2) 南山区蛇口海上世界广场118号
HOLIDAY STAYCATION IN THE CLOUDS
深圳蛇口希尔顿南海酒店 南山区望海路 1177 号 (2162 8888)
QSI International School of Shenzhen (Futian) A1, TCL Science Park, No. 1001 Zhongshan Yuan, Nanshan District (8371 7108) 南山区中山园路1001号TCL 科学园区A1栋 Shekou International School Jingshan Villas, Gongye Er Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2669 3669). www.sis.org.cn 南山区蛇口工业二路鲸山别墅内
Shen Wai International Schoo 29 Baishi San Lu, Nanshan (8654 1200, www.swis.cn) 深圳外国语学校国际部 南山区白石三道 29 号
HOTEL Futian Shangri-La Hotel Shenzhen No.4088 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8828 4088). 福田香格里拉大酒店 福田区益田路 4088 号
罗湖区建设路火车站东侧
盐田大梅沙盐葵路 ( 大梅沙段 )9 号
St. Regis Shenzhen No.5016 Shennan Dong Lu, Luohu District.(8308 8888) 深圳瑞吉酒店 罗湖区深南东路 5016 号
The Langham, Shenzhen, No. 7888, Shennan Dadao, Futian District (8828 9888). 深圳朗廷酒店 福田区深南大道 7888 号
The Ritz-Carlton, Shenzhen 116 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (2222 2222) 福田区福华三路 116 号
The Venice Raytour Hotel Shenzhen No.9026, Shennan Dadao, Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District (2693 6888)
深圳威尼斯睿途酒店 南山区华侨城深南大道 9026 号
The Westin Shenzhen 9028-2 Shennan Dadao, Nanshan District (2698 8888) www.westin.com/shenzhen 南山区深南大道 9028号-2
Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Airport, Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, Bao'an District 深圳机场凯悦酒店 宝安区深圳宝安国际机 场 (755-2345 1234)
InterContinental Shenzhen, No. 9009, Shennan Road, Nanshan District 深圳华侨城 洲际大酒店，南山区深南大道9009号 (3399 3388)
The Courtyard by Marriott Shenzhen Bao'an, No.46 Dongfang Road, Songgang, Bao'an District 宝安区松岗东方大道46号 (2986 9888, www.courtyardshenzhenbaoan.com)
HEALTH Vista-SK International Medical Center Lvl 4, Bldg 4C, Shenzhen Software Industry Base,Xuefu Lu, Nanshan District (3689 9833) 南山区学府路软件产业基地4栋C座裙楼4层 J&C Dental 4FG, China Economic Trade Building, No.8, Zizu Qilu, Futian District (13418536301) 福田区紫竹七道8号中国经贸 大厦4FG
HarMoniCare Women & Children's Hospital 12018 Shennan Dadao, by Nanshan Dadao (3339 1333) 深圳和美妇儿科医院 南山区深南大 道12018号
C-MER (Shenzhen) Dennis Lam Eye Hospital 1-2/F, Shengtang Bldg, 1 Tairan Jiu Lu, Chegongmiao, Futian District (4001 666 120, 3322 7188) 福田区车公庙泰然九路一号
盛唐大厦1-2层
IMC(International Medical Center) serves the local community and expatriates from all over the world. We are proud to provide private, personalized healthcare for each patient. Our experienced staff from Hong Kong, Mainland China and overseas provide comprehensive medical services including general and specialty outpatient services, health assessments, inpatient services and more. Scan QR Code above for more info of IMC. 深圳市福田区海园一路，香港 大学深圳医院国际医疗中心 International Medical
Centre，The University of Hong Kong - Shenzhen Hospital, 1, Haiyuan 1st Road, Futian District, Shenzhen (8691 3388）
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HAIR SALONS Shang Hair B2S-001, Coco Park, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8887 9899)福田区福华三路星河
Coco Park商场负二楼B2S-001
Toni & Guy 1) S248, The MIXC Shenzhen, Luohu District (2290 9505) 2) 103, Section C, Sea World, Wanghai Lu, by Xinghua Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2290 9521) 1) 罗湖区宝安南路 1881号万象城S248商铺 2) 南山区蛇口望海路海上世界C区103店
BUSINESS China-Italy Chamber of Commerce Rm220, 2/F, International Chamber Of Commerce, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (Tel: 8632 9518; fax: 8632 9528). www.cameraitacina.com ` 福田区福华三路国际商会中心 2 楼 220 室
European Union Chamber of Commerce Rm 308, 3/F Overseas Chinese Scholars Venture Building, southern section of High-Tech Industrial Park, Nanshan District (Tel: 8635 0920; fax: 8632 9785). 南山高新科技园南区留学生创业大厦 3 楼 308 室
French Chamber of Commerce in South China (CCIFC) Room 318, 3/F Chinese Overseas Scholars Venture Building,South section of Hi-tech Industry Park, Nanshan District (Tel: 8632 9602; fax: 8632 9736) www.ccifc.org 南山区科技园南区留学生创业大厦3楼318室 German Chamber of Commerce Room 4A-11, Zone C, Zhong Ke Nano Building Yuexing Liu Lu, Nanshan District (8635 0487) www.china.ahk.de 中国深圳市南山区粤兴六道中科纳能大厦C区4A - 11 The American Chamber of Commerce in South China Rm 208, 2/F Overseas Chinese Scholars Venture Building, southern section of High-Tech Industrial Park, Nanshan District (Tel: 2658 8342; fax: 2658 8341). www.amcham-southchina.org The British Chamber of Commerce, Shenzhen Sub-Chamber Rm 314, 3/F Overseas Chinese Scholars Venture Building, southern section of High-Tech Industrial Park, Nanshan District (2658 8350). 深圳市南山区高新科技园南区留学生创业大厦3楼314室 Morefoods No1,1F,Building A ,OCEAN city Garden,Shekou New Street, Nanshan District,shenzhen (8827 9078) 深圳市南山区蛇口新街澳城花园A栋一楼1号铺
CLASSIFIEDS JOBS OFFERED CANTON GLOBAL ACADEMY (CGA) is an international school in Guangzhou operating the UK National Curriculum. It is part of the Canadian International Educational Organisation. Currently it has recruited students from Nursery (aged 3 years) to Year 6 (aged 12 years) and the school is growing quickly. Required for January (or sooner) Fully qualified and experienced Primary Years teachers. Preference will be given to applicants who have knowledge of and experience in teaching the UK National Curriculum Primary programme and to those who may have specialist qualifications for example in ESL, science and Music. CGA OFFERS *Initial two-year contract *Competitive salary *Annual flight allowance *International Health insurance *Benefits including accommodation allowance, end of contract bonus Applicants should send a full CV listing two independent educational referees and a letter of application on/by 31 December to Charles Chao, Chief Operations Officer, on charles.chao@cgagz.com from whom further information may be obtained. Mobile Game company business development position. A NASDAQ-listed Shenzhen-based mobile game company. iDreamSky is looking for an expat for one business development position, native English speaker and fluent in Mandarin a must, well versed with mobile games or business negotiation experience a plus. Responsible for looking for Western games suitable for the Chinese market and contacting the game developers. Our office is located in Nanshan district, Shenzhen. If interested, please send resume to Evan at evan.liang@idreamsky.com.
MOVING & SHIPPING AGS Four Winds is a leading international moving company that offers a full range of relocation, moving and storage services. With our global network of over 300 offices worldwide plus 40 years experience in the moving industry, we know your concerns and have the ability to serve you anywhere in the world. We are FAIM & ISO 9001-2008 accredited, members of the FAIM and FIDI. Contact us for FREE survey and quotation: Tel: +8620 8363 3735/ +86 139 2277 1676 Email: manager.guangzhou@agsfourwinds.com Website: www.agsfourwinds.com
LUXURIOUS AFTERNOON TEA AT THE LANGHAM, SHENZHEN Palm Court Afternoon tea was first served at The Langham in London, Europe’s first grand hotel in 1865. Acknowledged as one of the most elegant and sophisticated of dining occasions, this quintessentially British afternoon delight has since been a staple at Langham hotels around the world. Continuing a legacy of over 150 years of European luxury, afternoon tea has evolved into an indulgent and sophisticated ritual, complete with its own set of etiquette and signature delicacies at The Langham, Shenzhen. From classic British afternoon tea to seasonal afternoon tea collaborations, The Langham, Shenzhen is a must-visit destination. Until February 29, the elements of wood, fire, earth, metal and water will be incorporated into the exceptional afternoon tea experience. Additionally, guests can select a tea that caters to their personal well-being. L/1, 7888 Shennan Dadao, Futian District 福田区深南大道7888号一层(8828 9888 ext. 8920) WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | JANUARY 2020| SZ | 67
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JANUARY
Horoscopes
Finally, a horoscope that understands your life in China. BY BRYAN GROGAN
Capricorn 12.22~1.20
January will be a troubling month for you Capricorn, as you will feel lost in a current of ambitions. Stay positive and the clouds will part. Disorder comes before order, and we’re positive that the clouds and rain will soon give way to brisk and clear blue skies.
Taurus 4.21~5.21
Get on top of your work schedule, Taurus. Procrastination often means longer periods of stress, so buy a daily planner and stick to it. That way you can spend your evenings at the local boozer with friends slugging baijiu , or catching the latest Chinese blockbuster at the cinema with your significant other.
Virgo
8.24~9.23 You’re in need of a regular dose of endorphins, as you seek to move into a more optimistic headspace. Whether it’s a 30-minute walk around the neighborhood or more strenuous yoga sessions, make sure that you stay limber and loose to begin this new year.
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Aquarius 1.21~2.19
You’re a stickler for mess and you’re struggling with less stringently clean roommates. Put your foot down this month and make sure you all chip in with the recycling. These are troubling times and we all need to do our part to make the planet better. Don’t be afraid to remind people of this.
Gemini
5.22~6.21 You’ve been burning the candle at both ends, Gemini. Take a trip to the West of China this January to meditate on your goals for 2020. Your ambition is quickly outstripping your productivity and you need to sit back and ponder what you really want in your future.
Libra
9.24~10.23 We are by no means saying that Chinese ink painting is a simple practice, but it is therapeutic, easy to pick up and brings out your creative s i d e , L i b ra . U s e i t to s t i m u l a te creativity in your work, relationship and social life this January.
Pisces
2.20~3.20 Eat and drink as much as you can in the early days of January. Your most important time will come at the end of the month, and you should be su ciently full of delicious reganmian when it arrives.
Cancer
6.22~7.22 Put plans to launch the next big shared bike company to rest. The time has already passed. Focus on that other project in the back of your mind – shared kitchenware. Everyone needs some cutlery in their life.
Scorpio
10.24~11.22 January is one of your favorite months of the year. With a nice Christmas trip home in the bag, turn towards setting goals for the year. Set yourself reasonable aims, lay off the Ele.me and get yourself in good shape for a successful 2020.
Aries
3.21~4.20 A new year means new resolutions and the best change you can make is by divesting yourself from the unhealthy, toxic elements in your life. With great changes comes great responsibility, so we recommend taking a break from your phone. Douyin isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
Leo
7.23~8.23 You’re right Leo, it doesn’t really feel like a new year. While work is for sure stressful, you’re worried more about your pet’s increasing vet bills. Grab Toby’s furry little face and look deep into his loving eyes. He’s worth it and don’t you forget that.
Sagittarius 11.23~12.21
Known for your spontaneity, money worries have been weighing you down of late. Delete the Taobao app from your phone, stick to more traditional methods of purchase and make daily trips to your wet market for dinner. This will set you up for an economically sound month.
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CHINA BECOMING POPULAR MBA DESTINATION
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hile MBA programs in the United States and Europe have long been established, universities in China are receiving more global recognition for top-quality MBA education. Students from around the world are now looking to China not only to discover its riveting history, culture and language, but also to receive a valuable postgraduate business degree, learning modern business practices while living in the world’s second-largest economy. China’s top business schools are among the best in the world, with six Chinese institutions making the Financial Times 2019 Global Business Schools list. David Asch, regional director of the European Foundation for Management Development, said that 20 Chinese institutions have met the foundation’s standards, and that
“Western business schools have been very popular with Chinese students for the past 15 to 20 years, but this is coming to an end ... Networking is a key factor.” As business schools in China continue to develop and bolster their MBA programs, students are gravitating toward the Middle Kingdom. One of the earliest established MBA programs in China, Sun Yat-sen Business School has an impressive track record, developing into one of the most influential MBA brands in the country. It’s the first MBA program in South China and the country’s second one to be awarded with all three international accreditations – AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA – and is currently one of five Chinese business schools triple-crown accredited. Receiving the three international accreditations is the epitome of a quality business school, which less than 1% of elite business schools worldwide are able to comply with the high standards. For the fourth consecutive year, its MBA program has been listed in TOP 100 Full-time MBA Program hosted by The Economist, which makes it the only business school on the Chinese mainland and the third one in Asia to be selected by the prestigious publication. In addition, Sun Yat-sen Business School has established close relationships with more than 100 internationally renowned business schools in North America, Europe,
Oceania and Asia, such as Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley, National University of Singapore, Bocconi University in Italy and ESSCA Business School in France. Each year, around 150 outgoing students and 80 incoming students benefit from international studies. South China is home to the dynamic and growing Greater Bay Area (GBA), which consists of several Guangdong cities as well as Hong Kong and Macao. The region is comparable to the United States’ New York and San Francisco Bay Areas as well as the Tokyo Bay Area. Sun Yat-sen Business School is located in Guangzhou, a core city in the GBA, with unique geographical advantages, broad prospects for development and endless potential. Welcome to Sun Yat-sen Business School! AD
Sun Yat-sen Business School, No. 135, Xingang Xi Road, Guangzhou, P.R. China, 510275 Tel: (86 20) 8411 5584 / 8411 3622 Email: sysumba@mail.sysu.edu.cn http://mba.bus.sysu.edu.cn