the Beijinger October 2010 by The Beijinger Magazine

HOW GREEN IS CHINA? FIND OUT ON P12

GET MORE KICKS FOR YOUR KUAI! Street gyms, arcades, all-you-can-drink bars... and donkey burgers

A TALE OF TWO CITIES SPOIL YOURSELF ROTTEN! Elite chefs, equestrianism, presidential suites ... and caviar facials ECOLOGICAL ECONOMY CN 53-1197/F ISSN1673-0178 10

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CONTENTS Beijing Folk: Mr. Taxi Talk About Town: You tell us how you splurged Scene & Heard: Beijing’s most glamorous Going Underground: Qianmen … plus your chance to win great prizes

生态经济(英文版) 主管单位: 云南出版集团公司

Feature: There’s a lot of talk about China’s commitment to pursuing clean energy, but will it be too little too late?

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Have a ball in Beijing, whatever your budget. Whether you’re frugal or ﬂashy, DIY or VIP, chuan’r or champagne … we show you how to live it up

国内统一刊号: CN53-1197/F 国际标准刊号: ISSN1673 – 0178

Editorial Planning Manager Jonathan White Deputy Editorial Planning Manager Iain Shaw Style and Living Editorial Planner Tiﬀany Wang Dining Editorial Planner Jen Leung Music Editorial Planner Michelle Dai Dining Editorial Assistant Emily Young Copy Editor Lilly Chow Visual Planning Joey Guo Contributors George Bai, Dan Edwards, Christine Ho, Shelley Jiang, Kaiser Kuo, Hannah Leung, Emma Li, Tallie Lieberman, Tom O’Malley, Eileen Wen Mooney, Adam Pillsbury, Edward Ragg, Pete Reilly, Mike Robinson, Joel Shuchat, Steven Schwankert, Anthony Tao, Charlie Thomson, Wang Ge Advertising Agency True Run Media

What’s New: Grill 79, Modo, River Club, Cabare, Fairy Su, Leaf BBQ, House of Shuhe Feature: Power chefs Alleyway Gourmet: Donkey burgers Bad for You: Chinese doughnuts What’s New: Atmosphere Bar, Laowai’s Lounge, The Box, Solutions Clubhouse: Kiko Su talks Yen Fetish Halloween A Drink With: Maxime Bureau of The M Agency Master Mind: Rich Akers of Lush Have You Met: Wanderlust Playlist: Donna Renae of GAWTMY shares her picks Livehouse: Pupi of Bigger Bang … plus reviews of Guai Li, Hualun, Man Alive, Eels

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What’s New: Vega Zaishi Wang, Brand New China, Casa Pagoda, Herborist Spa Inspect A Gadget: Featherweight notebooks Fashion 5-0: Halloween hilarity Get The Look: Camel – a classic hue Feature: Penguin celebrates ﬁve years in China with author talks at The Bookworm Bookshelf: Filmmaker Zhao Dayong

Q&A: Beijing Softball Feature: China Open tennis

Health Feature: Diabetes – are you at risk? FAQ: What to expect when the census comes knocking Hands On: Etiquette lessons

Long Weekend: Myanmar Feature: A family reunion in Provence

WHAT’S HAPPENING: The month at a glance EVENTS: Day-by-day listings for October THE DIRECTORY: Venues, venues, venues

Ich Bin Ein Beijinger: Kaiser becomes a shutterbug

Complimentary copy, not for sale. 部分非卖品，仅限赠阅

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CITY SCENE PEKING PIC

Living the high life. The view from China World Summit Wing in the Guomao 3 tower, now the city’s tallest building. Photo by Xiao Yi. Got a Peking Pic? Send it to editor@thebeijinger.com for a chance to win a bottle of Zonin Primo Amore Grigio 2007.

GENERATION GAP

Knock, knock ...

This better be the start of a joke and not the census folks at the door.

This month’s split cover was concocted by our deluxe designer Susu Luo using photographs by swanky shutterbug Judy Zhou.

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EDITOR'S LETTER

othing straddles the world of luxury and budget quite like the humble biscuit – they range from bags of broken biscuits bought at the factory shop to the handcrafted extravagances found at afternoon teas. Despite their origins as a long-lasting, travelfriendly source of nutrition, biscuits are considered a luxur y under UK tax law. To illustrate the madness, a gingerbread man decorated with chocolate is subject to VAT unless this amounts to no more than a couple of dots for eyes. Our choice of biscuits can reveal an awful lot about us. If you regularly buy the expensive type, anthropologists rummaging through your cupboard would probably call it “aspirational purchasing.” They may have a point. My family used to have biscuits that were saved for visitors – much as the nice plates and the proper knives and forks were. These biscuits went from their packet (Marks & Spencer’s, the staple of the British middle class) straight onto a plate for whichever pal of my mum’s was being treated as a visiting dignitary. The rest of the time, the normal biscuits were eaten (and straight from the package at that). If anyone except my dad had purchased them, they’d likely be McVities – a classic brand, but nothing too fancy. My dad, on the other hand, was a product of rationing. He, in agreement with the taxman, saw all biscuits as a luxury. So he would bring home a variety of supermarket own-brand labels, which, once opened, would inevitably go soft after never-being-returned-to. Some of them

are still there in the cupboard. I’d rather have them, though, than all of these modern biscuits with their elaborate packaging and faux-tradition marketing lies such as being “rolled on the thigh of a Trappist monk” or “sourced from cows hand-milked by virgins.” A packet of biscuits shouldn’t be harder to get into than a good school, nor should it cost more than a pint of Guinness. Maybe normal people don’t get so involved, but these so-called luxury biscuits upset me, especially when I go to Jenny Lou’s and am faced with nothing but unrecognizable pictures on glossy foreign boxes or Aussie brands trying to sell me a glorified Penguin for a small fortune. If you want luxury, then do it properly – like Lord Chandos. During the Second World War, his estate was visited by the Ministry of Labour to see if any of the staff could be spared for the war effort. After checking everybody, they were finally given an audience with his Lordship. They told him that they could understand the need for the variety of grooms, chauffeurs, maids, boys, butlers, grooms, footmen and under butlers, but, they wondered: “Does Your Lordship necessarily need two pastry chefs?” To which the reply was, “Oh, damn it! Can’t a man have a biscuit?”

Jonathan White Managing Editor

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SCENE & HEARD

Lantern closed its doors following its farewell party on Sep 4. Photos courtesy of Acupuncture Records

Hatsune celebrated nine years in the sushi game with a party at the Sanlitun Village branch on Aug 25. Photos courtesy of Hatsune

Miss Laowai China 2010 was held on Sep 11 at the 21st Century Hotel. Photos by Judy Zhou

Modo held its opening party on Aug 28. Photos courtesy of Modo

Cha卯ne des R么tisseurs held a spectacular Great Wall dinner for its members on Sep 4. Photos courtesy of Cha卯ne des R么tisseurs

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Xander Zhou’s Stratum 2010 Fall/Winter Collection show at 706 Factory on Sep 9. Photos courtesy of Xander Zhou

Daniel Aylmer, General Manager at The Westin Beijing Chaoyang, welcomes LA Lakers star Pau Gasol to the hotel in September. Photo courtesy of The Westin Beijing Chaoyang

Fendi held its Crazy Carats watch preview at Park Hyatt on Aug 16. Photo courtesy of Liquid Element Vito Romeo, Resident Manager at Shangri-La, Beijing, picks up an award at Travel Weekly China’s Travel & Meetings Industry Awards. Photo courtesy of Shangri-La, Beijing

Lan Club and South Beauty owner Zhang Lan welcomed Britain’s Prince Andrew to Lan Club for dinner. Photo courtesy of Lan Club

GM Hans Loontiens and Philip Bryson, VP North China, toast Renaissance Beijing Capital’s second anniversary on Aug 20 with staff. Photo courtesy of Renaissance Beijing Capital

Charlie Dang, GM at The Westin Beijing Financial Street, with the “Best Business Hotel“ award at the Travel & Meetings Industry Awards. Photo courtesy of The Westin Beijing Financial Street

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READER LETTERS To the Editor, I was intrigued by the description of jeweler Nicolas Favard’s new wor kshop and galler y shop in Sanlitun [“What’s New: Shops,” Sep 2010, p44]. Unfortunately, there was an error in the address that was repeated in the body of the text itself, indicating erroneously that the shop was inside Sanlitun Village North. I only found it several days after my first attempt. – Wolfgang We say: We hold our hands up – the address listed was indeed misleading, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused. The offending listing has been clarified in our online directory. I checked out the events listing in the magazine at the back. There seem to be a lot of plays, etc that are no longer listed. It seemed to me that at some point in the past, you could find details on what was being performed at all the major Chinese venues in town. It really looks hit and miss right now. Any chance you can get someone to improve this, or is it too expensive to maintain? – A friend We say: We’re working on it. We think you’ll find more stage listings this month.

GOING UNDERGROUND

Dear Editor, Great job on the captions in your magazine. They’re really funny. In case you can’t tell, I am being sarcastic. I know what a steak looks like when I see one. – Mario We say: Mario, while you might know a steak when you see one, not everyone can identify a Tuna Ceviche with Scallop on sight. We find that with restaurants, readers tend to want to order dishes photographed in the magazine, and the captions are intended to help facilitate that. Dear Beijinger, I’ve been reading the magazine for years, but I never thought it was the National Enquirer before. Seriously guys, WTF? Keanu Reeves? He had a drink in Beijing – who cares? Can’t you tell us what’s going on that’s interesting? – Polly Gripes? Questions? Suggestions? We’ll take them all. E-mail us at editor@thebeijinger.com.

QIANMEN, LINE 2 SELLING POINT

What’s there to sell? You just stepped off the subway and straight into Tiananmen Square. That’s cool. Just watch out for those irritating “art students.”

SPEND (MORE)

Pop into Maison Boulud or Capital M and treat yourself to some of Beijing’s best gastronomy.

SPEND (LESS)

Visit Tianfuhao at 19 Qianmen Dajie for some inexpensive eats. The braised pork (酱肘子 jiang zhouzi) is a must-try.

LEARN

On Xijiaomin Xiang, which peels off Tiananmen Square to the west

of Mao’s Mausoleum, you’ll find the China Numismatic Museum (RMB 10, daily 9am-4pm). Stop by and delve into the history of Chinese coinage. Why did those old coins have big holes in the center? Your friends will never tire of hearing the explanation.

DESPAIR

The area around Qianmen Dajie and Dashilan’r was once a charming (if dilapidated) insight into the soul of old Beijing. Its remodeling as a gaudy “ancient culture” toytown is now Exhibit A in the case against ill-conceived city planning. Frankly, it’s just sad. Ah well, at least there’s always Gulou, which recent reports suggest may yet escape the wrecking ball.

BEIJING FOLK

CALL THE CABS by Michelle Dai

“H

e l l o, J o h n s p e a k i n g.” That’s what you would hear if you call this 46old Beijing taxi driver – Zhang Jianmin, also known as “Mr. John.” My colleagues had the pleasure of catching his cab one day and being surprised by his comprehension of English (even at its most accented). Curious, we tracked him down to find out more.

What did you do before you started driving a taxi?

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What do you want to do in the future? I still want to work in the service industr y, since I don’t have any special skills. I would also like to do translating work again – helping with business meetings and factory visits. How much money do you make a month? Around 2,000 kuai. There are some people who can keep working when they are really tired. I can’t do that,

so I don’t earn much. What was your biggest expense last month? I work long hours every day, so I don’t really have time to spend money. I don’t do much besides driving the taxi, going home and sleeping. What kind of food do you like? Sichuan food. There are so many

more restaurants these days than before. It’s usually hard to choose. So I often go to Guijie, where I can just pick one randomly. What do you miss the most from the old days? When I was young, everybody was poor but equal. Nobody had lots of money back then, but everybody was happy. These days, people are not as happy as before.

PHOTOS: FLICKR USER IVAN WALSH AND SUI

Why is your English so good? I used to work in a hotel and found the language very useful. Then I started to teach myself. I learn with books to memorize the words, and then I ask foreigners to correct my pronunciation. They are always happy to help.

I traveled to different cities doing translating jobs for different companies. Then I stayed in Guangzhou for two and a half years doing a few different jobs. It didn’t go very well, so I decided to come back to Beijing – which is my home, after all.

TALK ABOUT TOWN

JUST BE LUX TO ME

WHAT’S THE MOST LUXURIOUS THING YOU’VE EVER DONE?

hat’s the last word in luxury to you? We sent Pete Reilly down to ask the intellectuals at The Bookworm’s Monday night quiz. It turns out that you Beijingers know how to live it up … “I rolled off into a five-star hotel in Guangzhou, and spent the week drinking Moët.” Fiona Lee, 29, US

“I bought a 50-year lease on a beachfront house in Cambodia.” Bradley Willem Jensen Murg, 30, US “K T V with per fect sound, great decoration, XO … and the girls. Oh, the girls.” Steven Li, 25, China

“I was 14 and went on a date with a German princess. We spent two nights on her island.” Marlo Reynolds, 27, Netherlands “In a resort in Costa Rica, room on the beach. I did a traditional Aztec cleansing ritual called Temazcal.” Sabrina Ortens, 23, US

“I once saw a movie at the Greenbrier in West Virginia. It’s the only cinema that people wear evening gowns to.” Mikala Reasbeck, 24, Argentina

MADE IN CHINA SELENIUM ZINC CALCIUM MILK BISCUITS just maybe, their wet noses and shiny coats are the result of the vitamins and minerals packed into these biscuits. They certainly can’t be happy at the taste – which is as bland and dry as yet another story about the war. Catchy name, though. Available at Wumei convenience stores

PHOTOS: EMILY YOUNG AND IAIN SHAW

There’s something sinister about old white people enjoying their Golden Years, especially when they aren’t wizened. Either these people have had one prescription drug too many or they have never worked a day in their lives. It’s disgusting. Where are the signs of years and years of hardship and hard living? Or maybe,

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ECOLOGY HOW GREEN IS CHINA? IT’S CERTAINLY NOT BLACK OR WHITE by Steven Schwankert

PHOTO: MARY DENNIS

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“CHINA IS GENUINELY TRYING TO MAKE THE TRANSITION TOWARDS A GREEN ECONOMY, BUT FOR THE MOMENT THE PROSPECTS ARE AS GRAY AS THE VIEW OUTSIDE THE WINDOW ON A HAZY BEIJING DAY”

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF GREENPEACE

ver the last 30 years, when it comes to China’s interactions with the rest of the world, the country has been like the elephant being examined by six blind men in the folk tale. Some observers “feel” its cities and declare it to be a modern, urban society; others touch its vast countryside and say it is rural and agrarian; some experience its karst hills and proclaim it to be like a timeless landscape painting; still others see its industrial, capitalist south and state that it is a Dickensian novel gone wrong. All are correct and all are incorrect at the same time. The argument over the emergence of a new, “green” China is no less contentious, with ample evidence to support both sides but neither sufficient to emerge supreme. Some people compulsively tweet Beijing air quality readings in some attempt at clearing the skies while cars choke the ring roads, but signs of a more green economy are all around. In any public place, recyclable materials like glass, aluminum and plastic drink containers are whisked away, joining piles of cardboard and newsprint slated to be reused. Venture into the countryside outside Beijing and you’ll see that solar water heaters are practically de rigueur on the roof of any home. Perhaps it’s the grand claims that put the discussion about China’s “greenness” out of balance. “What the US doesn’t realize,” the founder and chairwoman of the Joint US-China Collaboration on Clean Energy told the New York Times, is that China “is going from manufacturing hub to the clean-tech laboratory of the world.” All this because China had installed its first offshore wind farm before the US did.

China made a commitment that by 2020 it would produce 15 percent of its energy using non-fossil fuel means (up from the current 7.8 percent). However, non-fossil fuel doesn’t mean all wind farms and solar power. China, which already has the largest number of dams in the world, plans to double its hydroelectric capacity by 2020, which means a lot more dams. “To match the installed hydropower capacity of 200 million kilowatts, thermal power plants would

have to burn 288 million tons of coal equivalent, emit 855 million tons of carbon dioxide and 5.4 million tons of carbon sulfur dioxide every year” – these are the estimates of the China Electricity Council. Speaking of burning coal, for all its claims of green energy, the country still looks pretty sooty: 83 percent of China’s electricity is produced by coal-burning power plants. Jonathan Watts, Asia environment correspond-

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ECOLOGY

ent for the Guardian and author of the recently published When a Billion Chinese Jump, said, “China is genuinely trying to make the transition towards a green economy, but for the moment the prospects are as gray as the view outside the window on a hazy Beijing day.” First, the superlatives. “ The investment in renewables is more than just talk. China’s windgenerating capacity has just about doubled

“ENERGY INEFFICIENCY IS THE REASON IT TAKES MORE ENERGY TO POWER A CHINESE ECONOMY THAT IS ONLY ONE-THIRD THE SIZE OF THE UNITED STATES”

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Jonathan Watts’ When a Billion Chinese Jump and Jack Perkowski’s Managing the Dragon are available at The Bookworm.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF GREENPEACE

every year since 2005 and last year became world number one. It is also the biggest solar panel manufacturer, the biggest user of solar water heaters and a leading player in solar thermal power generation,” Watts said. “In almost every energy field – hydro, nuclear, biomass, geothermal – the story is the same: China is either installing the most new capacity and/or already leads the world.” Performance on paper and actual implementation are, of course, two different things. “In this regard, it has done exceptionally well compared to most other nations, but that alone does not mean it is green,” Watts said. “Because demand for power is surging along with the economy, China also has to ramp up coal production and coal imports, which means more CO₂ and – in many places – more soot and other particulate matter in the air. It is trying to use coal in a cleaner, more efficient way by investing in state-of-theart ultra supercritical thermal power plants and by developing gasification technology, but for some time to come, greenhouse gas emissions will continue to rise.” For the short-term, it will be difficult for China to make relatively easy gains, Watts predicts. “Much of the low-hanging fruit has been picked, but one area that has not been fully explored is school and public education on conservation is-

sues and lower-impact consumption. Better urban planning and architectural design could make a difference. Giving stronger powers to local environmental departments is likely to help. A more efficient metered heating system would be good, as would a smarter electricity grid. A carbon-trading system – likely to be included in the next five-year plan – would also be a step forward. Longer term, a better effort to conserve and respect biodiversity will be necessary for the country’s ecological and economic well being.” Jack Perkowski, author of Managing the Dragon and a blog of the same name, sees potential in China’s green sector, but for the moment believes it’s mostly just that: potential. “China’s continued economic growth is one reason why it is now a larger energy consumer than the United States. Another, though, is the fact that the country has a long way to go in terms of energy efficiency. Energy inefficiency is the reason it takes more energy to power a Chinese economy that is only one-third the size of the United States. “China’s emergence as the world’s largest energy consumer underscores the fact that there are now real limits to how fast its economy can grow if energy efficiency can’t be improved,” Perkowski said. Having worked in and around China’s auto industry for most of the last two decades, Perkowski sees great progress, but also opportunity in improving energy and fuel eﬃciency. The biggest issue? Cost. “China moved to implement Euro III emission standards for trucks in 2008, which will add to the cost of transportation and increase inflationary pressures. While the technology already exists for diesel engines to meet Euro V and even Euro VI standards, adopting these technologies would increase the purchase price of trucks and the cost of transportation well beyond amounts that the China market can afford,” he said. “In other words, the technology for clean diesel exists, but it is too expensive for China at this point. Modifying these existing technologies in a way that enables them to fit within the framework of affordability in the China market represents one of the biggest commercial opportunities of the 21st century,” Perkowski said. For now, China’s future will continue to be a mixture of green and gray. We’re rooting for the former.

ECO STATS 10

Number of days truck drivers spent stuck in a traffic jam in Hebei province in late August, caused by road construction and an overload of coal trucks. The Independent

3,759 Number of meters a Chinese

submarine dove to plant a flag on the bottom of the South China Sea and lay claim to its vast mineral wealth.

7,000,000 The number of naked carp

added to Qinghai Lake this year to boost local stocks. Xinhua

1/5

Proportion of Chinese crop harvests threatened by climate change under the worst case scenarios. Nature

2,087 Number of steel, cement and other

mills in China ordered to close in the first half of 2010 due to poor environmental controls.

2,000,000 Tons of steel produced by a

blast furnace in Zhejiang province that was shut down for excessive energy use.

1% Improvement in energy efficiency that

Zhejiang province failed to achieve in the first half of 2010. Associated Press

1.18 billion Amount lost, in Hong Kong dollars, in healthcare bills and lost productivity due to high pollution levels in Hong Kong.

3.8 million Number of doctor visits

generated by said high pollution levels in Hong Kong â&#x20AC;&#x201C; more than one out of every two HK residents. Reuters

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FUN & GAMES WIN STUFF

LIES, DAMNED LIES AND ...

REAL ESTATES: MOST COMMON WORDS IN TITLES OF BEIJING RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES

Win two vouchers for Mint Spa (each worth RMB 200) by correctly answering this month’s Trivia Travails. Answers to editor@thebeijinger.com

Be first to spot this month’s Bogus Ad and win two vouchers for The Meridian spa (worth RMB 300 each). Answers to marketing@thebeijinger.com

Also up for grabs this issue are: a Stella Artois gift pack, a business lunch for two at Le Pré Lenôtre,

a RMB 300 voucher for dinner at Ganges Indian Restaurant, a champagne brunch for two at the St. Regis,

2 tickets to Suzie Wong’s Pink party and a bottle of Zonin Primo Amore Grigio 2007 To win these prizes, look out for the competition questions throughout this month’s issue!

TRIVIA TRAVAILS Each month we run a series of questions based on the content of the issue. Answer them correctly and win free stuff! This month’s prize is two RMB 200 vouchers for Mint Spa. E-mail answers to editor@thebeijinger.com 1. Enoteca will not be expanding its selection of:

a) Cognac b) Caramac c) Armagnac d) Dubonnet

Answers to September’s Trivia Travails: 1. c) type of dumpling 2. a) pressed noodles 3. b) Cher 4. b) Prague 5. a) Hermes 6. d) pool club 7. c) Writing for Lonely Planet travel guides 8. c) Colony Collapse Disorder Last month’s winner was Kim Soriano. 5. What saves the world, according to the band Wanderlust?

a) music b) synthesizer c) aliens d) time travel

2. Avignon is famous for all of the following except its:

a) theater festival b) Palais des Papes c) beekeeping museum d) bridge

3. Which of the following is a symptom of Type 2 diabetes?

a) excessive thirst b) experiencing sudden bursts of energy c) loss of appetite d) heart palpitations

4. BNC, the new store in Sanlitun Village North, carries all the following designers except:

a) Vega Zaishi Wang b) Plastered T-shirts c) (Na)too d) Phillip Lim

TELL US A JOKE

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6. Which Japanese restaurant serves a RMB 8,000 kaiseki set meal?

a) Nadaman b) Kagoya Hachibay c) Kaden Minokichi d) Yotsuba

Charlie Dang, General Manager of The Westin Beijing Financial Street

7. Where did Yi Jianlian play before moving to the Washington Wizards?

A man at the airport check-in desk tells the airline rep, “I’d like this bag to go to Berlin, this one to California, and this one to London.” The rep says, “I’m sorry sir. We can’t do that.” The man replies “Nonsense. That’s what you did last time I flew with you.”

a) New York Knicks b) Washington Redskins c) Manchester Giants d) New Jersey Nets

8. When is the International Day of Animation?

a) April 1 b) October 28 c) October 9 d) October 15

Take care of all your belongings on your way to The Westin Beijing Financial Street.

FEATURE

emember this, and remember it well: You’re worth it. There’s only one of you and you only live once, so why shouldn’t you spoil yourself rotten once in a while? Why shouldn’t you charge everything to your sugar daddy’s AmEx Selenium card? Why should you waste an ounce of your energy turning on the tap when there’s somebody eager to indulge you by drawing you the perfect bath? No, we can’t come up with a good reason either. Turn the page for your guide to the most luxurious experiences Beijing has to offer …

A TALE OF TWO CITIES

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU

mpty your pockets. That didn’t take long, did it? We’ve all been there. We all know that every ragsto-riches story has to start with rags. Whatever the reason is for your wallet being as empty as Paris Hilton’s CV, we understand. Paying bills, paying the rent, saving up, being sacked – it happens. But frugality hardly means being deprived of fun. Beijing may be gentrifying quickly, but this town’s still a great place to have a fine old time, well within your means, and we’ll show you how … (Maybe skip the next two pages, though.)

BUDGET OCTOBER 2010

LIVE THE HIGH LIFE

PANGU 7 STAR RESIDENCE

GRILL 79

PURE (TIAN) SPA PURE (TIAN) SPA

SWANKY SUITES Treat yourself to the most expensive hotel suite in Beijing for a whopping RMB 120,888/night. The Pangu 7 Star Hotel, nicknamed “the Dragon,” puts you among the elite in a 488sqm room with soaring ceilings, luxuriously soft sheets and the same furniture as is used in the US White House. Alternatively, go one step further and rent a deluxe courtyard at Pangu 7 Star Residence – price given out upon application. Never heard of a bathologist? Well, here’s your chance to be served by one. When you stay at the Presidential Suite (RMB 48,000/night) in the Westin Chaoyang, a bath butler will come and prepare an aromatic soak for you, free of charge. PRIMO PAMPERING Splurge on a yearlong membership at Park Hyatt’s Pure (Tian) Spa for RMB 30,000/year, which ensures a 20 percent discount on all services. For a more temporary commitment, try their Balance of Yin & Yang package (RMB 3,600), which helps you unwind via an aroma bath, exfoliation, head and body massage and facial. CHI Spa at the China World Summit Wing offers one of the most opulent treatments for men in the city with their deluxe facial (RMB 1,980), which uses caviar extracts to clear pores and add a rich sheen to the skin.

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GO FOR A DRIVE IN A BMW

ELEGANT EXERTION Avoid the sweaty crowds of meatheads and work out at the Park Hyatt Gym, the biggest hotel gym in town. A yearlong membership will cost you RMB 20,000.

PARK HYATT GYM

ARRIVE IN STYLE Ride around in comfort by hiring the Shou Qi Taxi Service – you’ll never get anything less posh than an Audi A6 (RMB 1,200-1,800/day). Or, if you prefer to get behind the wheel yourself, sign up for the BMW Luxury Driving Training School, where – you guessed it – you can go for a thrill ride in BMWs on the racetracks of the Beijing Goldenport Motor Park. A three-part course is available for those who need guidance. (RMB 3,000-15,000 depending on BMW model; all prices are per person per day)

Play golf the right way at Tai Wei Golf Club, the most prestigious club in Beijing. A standard 18-hole game will cost you RMB 940 on weekdays and RMB 1,240 on weekends. Lifetime memberships start from RMB 580,000. Once named the “Best Club” in Beijing and the “Highest Ranking Club” in China, the Equuleus International Riding Club will lend you a horse to ride, starting from RMB 2,000/person. You can also take ten classes for RMB 5,700 (non-members), sign up for a membership (from RMB 2,000/ person) or adopt a horse (from RMB 30,000). Look down upon the little people … from a hot air balloon. Established in 2003, the Tianlang Hot Air Balloon Club charges RMB 18,000 for a basic training course (including license and at least 16 hours of flying) and RMB 65,000 for a made-inChina hot air balloon set.

DAVIDOFF LOUNGE

ARIA

LANE CRAWFORD

FINEST DINING At Grill 79, the scotch fillet of Wagyu (marbled 9+) costs RMB 590, while their most expensive wine, the Montrachet Domaine de la RomanéeConti from Burgundy in France, is priced at RMB 40,280/bottle. Pangu 7 Star Hotel’s Japanese kaiseki restaurant boasts the most expensive set menus in the city at RMB 1,500-8,000/person. Then again, Kaden Minokichi is the first international branch of the 300-year-old Kyoto establishment that once served Japanese emperors. Diaoyutai State Guesthouse is so exclusive that requests detailing the number of diners (at least 8) and the final cost must be submitted in advance. Only then do you receive the menu via fax. The Yangyuan Hall Banquet Room presents its most lavish meal at RMB 2,600 or above per person, with a minimum consumption total of RMB 26,000. For venue details, see Directory, p75.

REFINED RECREATION If you’re rich enough, why not buy style? Ensure that you’re hitting all the latest trends by hiring a personal shopper at Lane Crawford (minimum spend of RMB 100,000/yr). Perhaps you have money to spend, but no manners to match. Sign up for a membership (RMB 5,000) at the Etiquette Society – which earns you access to classes as well as promo deals at exclusive clubs, hotels and spas – where you can learn how to behave like a true sophisticate (RMB 7,800 for an 8-week package). Beijing’s National Centre for the Performing Arts, aka The Egg, doesn’t offer seasonal or yearly tickets, but it does provide the option of buying up all the tickets for one performance. Pay a cool RMB 1 million, and you can have the entire opera company sing for you alone.

DRINKS WORTH DECANTING Beijing high-rollers like a bit of KTV as much as the next guy, but they can’t be parking those BMWs at just any old spot. Book one of Davidoff Lounge’s plush KTV rooms (RMB 3,888 for the whole night), order a glass of Hennessy Richard (RMB 2,688) and pair it up with a cigar from the Zino Platinum Crown Series (RMB 600-650). Now pass the mic. At RMB 112-115 (+15% service charge), a liter glass of draft Paulaner at the Kempinski’s Paulaner Brauhaus is a beer to take your time over. The Ritz-Carlton Bar is a whisky drinker’s paradise – try the 1952 Macallan for a mere RMB 4,500 per glass. If cognac’s your tipple, pick out the Remy Martin Louis XIII (RMB 1,800 per glass). At Atmosphere, Beijing’s highest bar, treasure hunters will find no end of rarities – we challenge you to unearth a Montecristo/2000 Reserve cigar (RMB 5,000) or glass of Beluga Gold Line (RMB 690) anywhere else in the city. Oenophiles with cash to spend will be like kids in a candy store when faced with Aria’s stunning wine list. Go straight to the top with a bottle of 1982 Château Lafite (RMB 86,800) or Romanée-Conti La Tâche (RMB 56,000).

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LIVE IT UP FOR LESS CHEAP GRUB Live like a student. Eat in campus canteens, where it’s possible to spend less than RMB 10 and leave with a full stomach. You need a card to pay in some canteens, but others can be used by anyone with cash. Canteens at both Beijing Normal University and Tsinghua University are open to all. Live like a soldier. Grab a 100g pack of army ration biscuits for RMB 3 from your neighborhood army surplus store. Some supermarkets even stock them. If you have RMB 40-50 to spend, and enjoy ingesting your daily nutritional requirements in a single sitting, Beijing is your oyster. From pizza (Origus, Big Pizza) to Korean BBQ (Han Li Xuan) and Brazilian BBQ with microbrewed dark beer (Golden Hans), buffet restaurants abound. The cost often includes beer, sometimes even ice cream. Just don’t expect the offerings to be particularly gourmet. CAMPUS CANTEENS

RITAN PARK

BARGAIN BOOZE Get into pastis. Usually going for as little as RMB 5-10, the popular French aperitif can be had in Café de la Poste, El Nido and pretty much anywhere where French people drink. Russian restaurant White Nights offers the cheapest, deadliest prelude to a hangover in town, with RMB 5 pints of beer, 100ml glasses of vodka for RMB 8 and bottles of vodka for just RMB 35. Lash it up in Wudaokou. You can’t move for RMB 5 drinks and open-bar nights in studentsville – try Solutions, Helen’s Café, Laowai’s Lounge, La Bamba and, inevitably, Propaganda. All you can drink: Tao Yao Bar’s Yak-Tipping parties on Friday nights offer free-flow selected drinks for RMB 50. Juic y Spot’s open bar Wednesdays allow you to grab all the cocktails and Tsingtao you want for RMB 60 (guys) or RMB 30 (girls). And burgers are only RMB 10. Drum & Bell sees you through your weekend hangover with all-you-can-drink Tsingtao and selected cocktails (RMB 50. Sundays, 3-6pm). Can’t stomach all that local beer? For the enormous sum of RMB 50, you can drink your fill of Hoegaarden and Stella every Monday at Flamme. That’s a deal. Reservations recommended.

THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT Besides UCCA, NAMOC and Iberia, very few galleries charge for entry. Hit up 798, Caochangdi and Songzhuang Artists’ Village for some highbrow, low-cost culture. Experienced gallerygoers will work out their own way around the galleries, but for newcomers the Nike Space at 798 is an accessible entry point. Since 2008, 33 museums in and around Beijing have been totally free of charge. Some of them barely justify the effort – Mentougou District Museum, anyone? – but the Capital Museum and Military Museum are certainly worth a look. In Beijing, DVDs are cheap, but free movie screenings are even better. Keep an eye out for the schedules at Trainspotting, Channel Zero, Instituto Cervantes and the Italian Embassy. Some movies are worth paying for. Especially when you’re paying RMB 2, which is all you need to shell out for screenings of Chinese classics at the China National Film Museum. At the “higher” end, the privilege of enjoying your films in the language of the nouvelle vague will cost you RMB 20 at the French Cultural Centre’s cinema, but that’s hardly disagreeable. 798 ART DISTRICT

FRENCH CULTURAL CENTRE

OCTOBER 2010

FEATURE

YIKATONG

BALLROOM DANCING

FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT This should be self-explanatory. You’ve got legs; use them. Beijing is a fine place for stretching those neglected muscles. Too lazy for exercise? Get down to the subway station and lay down the RMB 20 deposit for an yikatong (一卡通). In addition to facilitating those RMB 2 subway fares, this must-have accessory lets you travel on most city buses at just RMB 0.4 a pop. You can even use it to pay for a budget meal in KFC.

WORK THOSE GUNS AT THE STREET GYM

THE GREAT OUTDOORS Some of Beijing’s key sights are open-air and totally free. But you’ve seen them already. Instead, look out for Ninety Percent Travel’s monthly free tour – usually a guided walk taking you under the skin of Beijing history and culture. This month’s open tour, on October 10, explores the “Royal City.” Even better, pick up Beijing by Foot (RMB 100), Immersion Guides’ immaculately researched set of 50 walks around Beijing, each presented on a handy card. (Available at The Bookworm or direct from Immersion Guides at 5820 7101.) An hour or two in one of Beijing’s green spaces can go a long way to restoring your faith in humanity after the odd, inevitable Bad China Day. (Try saying that about a night on Sanlitun bar street.) Ritan Park offers free entry, while access to the likes of Ditan, Jingshan, Yuyuantan and Zhongshan costs just a few paltry kuai. The cheapest – often free – sports facilities you’ll find are in universities. Pretty much all campuses have multiple basketball courts to keep the nation’s NBA-crazed students happy. The bigger, more prestigious universities may also have tennis and volleyball courts, a running track and a football pitch. In many cases, you’ll be able to use facilities without resorting to the “Oh, don’t you know I’m the new English teacher?” routine. The only drawback is those pesk y students hogging the facilities. Shouldn’t they be in the library?

TIMELESS AMUSEMENTS The lack of quality foreign-language books is much bemoaned in Beijing, but Wangfujing’s Foreign Languages Bookstore has improved in leaps and bounds in recent years. On a tight budget, the ever-expanding selection of Signet Classics (RMB 20 each) is a life-saver. Amusement arcades are an inexpensive outlet for all your wildest dreams. Where else in Beijing can you save hostages from gun-toting terrorists, dance your mates into the floor, and win a Grand Prix, all in the space of an hour? Not in any five-star hotel, that’s for sure. Tokens usually start from a few kuai a pop, and it’s all waiting for you at Joy City’s arcade. We’ve been fascinated to discover the boardgame cafe phenomenon that has swept Beijing in recent years. These little dens – often apartment spaces rented as a place for residents to hang out – typically offer all manner of tabletop action for RMB 10/hour or RMB 30 for an unlimited session. Try D&D Café to get you started.

Learn from your elders. Take a friend and join in the ballroom dancing at Gongti North Gate. Make use of your community street gym. Or just hang out in the parks and make friends with elderly Beijingers who’ll teach you some tai chi or let you join them on a backwards power walk. For venue details, see Directory, p75.

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THE PRICE OF A WEEKEND ... THEN AND NOW F

our score and six months ago (i.e. August 2003), our editorial forbears brought forth upon Beijingers the proposition that all weekends were not created equal. A tbj staffer was set loose to indulge in the most exorbitant excesses, then challenged to live it up as best she could on a weekend of strict austerity. We took a cross-section of the items and activities featured last time around, and compared 2003 prices with present-day rates. And there were a few surprises. Some things – public transport and certain types of fast food – actually got cheaper. If our 2003 feature inspired you to start saving for a night in the Kerry Centre Hotel’s Presidential Suite, you’ll be glad to see inflation hasn’t set back your plans in the slightest. Perhaps most shocking was revisiting some of the names that epitomized luxury circa 2003 – does anyone still eat at Green T. House? Basically, though, most things have just gotten more expensive. Ah well, at least our salaries have gone up in line with prices. Hang on a minute ....

e sought out socialite Hedy Lee Wen, who currently resides in the Park Hyatt Apartments, for some guidance on how to live the high life in Beijing. Her main venues of choice? Chaterhouse Booktrader, Frank Provost, the Park Hyatt Gym and Spa, and the Grand Hyatt’s Fountain Lounge and Red Moon.

LUXURY

2003

2010

Imperial banquet at Fangshan (per person)

RMB 500

RMB 2,000

Kerry Centre Hotel Presidential Suite (one night)

RMB 16,100

One-hour ride in a hot-air balloon

RMB 2,280

RMB 5,400

Champagne brunch at the Kempinski

RMB 265

RMB 338+15% service charge

Horse riding lessons

RMB 100

RMB 570 (RMB 362 for members)

Dinner for five at Green T. House

RMB 2,400

RMB 2,940

Lilyspring Spa annual membership

RMB 2,980

RMB 3,800

BUDGET

2003

2010

Breakfast at McDonald’s

RMB 12

RMB 10

Admission to Summer Palace

RMB 20

RMB 30 (Apr-Oct), RMB 20 (Nov-Mar)

Pedicure/manicure at Yashow

RMB 60

RMB 80

Dinner at Fu Jia Lou

RMB 22

RMB 30

Price of a ticket at Forbidden City Concert Hall

RMB 10

RMB 80

Coffee of the Day at Starbucks

RMB 9

RMB 15

Taxi fare (10km)

RMB 20

RMB 27

Bus ticket

RMB 1

RMB 0.4 (with yikatong)

Subway ticket

RMB 3

RMB 2

Photos: Simon Lim, Judy Zhou and courtesy of China World Summit Wing, China World Hotel, Davidoff Lounge, Park Hyatt Beijing and Lane Crawford.

OCTOBER 2010

DINING

NIBBLES ARRIVALS Meat-lovers in Beiijng may have hit the jackpot. Butcher’s Steakhouse, a veritable temple to raw flesh, has opened in north Sanlitun. In addition to selling a large assortment of raw meats, they also offer a 3-kilogram burger. Also new to the scene are two Italian restaurants. The popular L’Isola now has a sibling, LM Club, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner to the Central Park crowd. River Club just opened in Solana (see What’s New, p26); this stylish high-end eatery is operated by the Sacco family, who own a two-Michelin-star restaurant in Italy. Also in Solana, joining the newly o p e n e d Ca b a r e a n d C h a o , a r e Swiss Restaurant and B ar a n d Cafe Bellissimo, a café serving a great cappuccino and bargain espresso shots. A little further east in Shunyi, Oasis Garden provides diners a mix of Asian and European fare in a mansion with a lovely garden and terrace. Down south in Shuangjing, the twostory Bang! Bang! Pizza will soon join Gung Ho! as another new pizza joint determined to use punctuation to sell a slice or two.

A HANDFUL OF CHUAN'R, ONE OF BEIJING'S BEST EATS AT ANY PRICE

CAPITAL BITES

OTHER NEWS

JEN LEUNG ON EATING HIGH AND LOW

PHOTO: JEN LEUNG

ew cities in the world offer Beijing’s peculiar mix of culinary adventures. One night, you can sip from a RMB 45,000 bottle of wine while ensconced in a luxurious velvet armchair 79 floors above the city, and the next night have an equally good time squatting on a plastic stool with a flask of erguotou in one fist and a handful of chuan’r in the other. This range of extremes is what attracts many of us (or me, at least) to this oftentimes less-thancharming city – those who only experience one or the other are missing out on all Beijing has to offer. Cost is usually not a good measure of the pleasure you derive from meals. Rather, it’s about how to get the best meal you can, whether the bill is for 30 or 3,000 kuai. Given the wide range of dining options and the spectacular difference in prices, hunting down great meals

is a game that makes Beijing an immense source of fun or frustration. Apart from your friendly local listings magazines, websites like Dianping are also of immense help for those who want to be in the know. Most of us are likely unaware of – and certainly uninvited to – the ludicrously expensive private clubs dotting the city. But should you have a wad of spare cash and a hankering for imperial banquets, try a meal at Diaoyutai, Li Jia Cai or Tanjia Cai. Kaiseki, a traditional form of Japanese edible art, is surprisingly well-represented in Beijing. Kaden Minokichi offers set menus topping out at RMB 8,000, making Naoki seem a near-bargain at RMB 8801,580 (see Back for More, p37). The five-star hotels here also deliver culinary extravagance to those willing to pay. Le Pré Lenôtre is hosting a Belle Epoque gala

For an entirely new dining option, Czech out the monthly Czech dinners at Irresistible Café. Not only is eastern European fare rare in this town, Irresistible Café also offers an organic Saturday brunch option and a courtyard setting near Nanluogu Xiang. In a nearby hutong, House of Shuhe offers another charming courtyard and buffet-style Yunnan hotpot. See What’s New: Restaurants, p24.

dinner on October 16, and it will be a rare chance to be fed by one of France’s three-Michelin-star chefs, Christophe Müller (of the famed Paul Bocuse restaurant), and to drink some of the world’s best champagne. Likewise, the Westin Financial Street will be flying in four internationally famous chefs next month to delight those of us too lazy (or poor) to fly abroad. But really, the true gems are the small shops serving up authentic regional Chinese food. Those are the Beijing moments to savor – when you gorge yourself on an amazing Sichuan meal where the mala spices in each dish manage to remain exquisitely unique, the beer is freeflowing, and you discover the bill comes to just 22 kuai each. I’d tell you the restaurant I’m talking about, but that would just suck the fun out of discovering one for yourself.

But old favorites are also trying new things. There is a new seasonal menu at Bei and a dozen new seasonal dishes at neighboring Sureno. Moroccan Argana is launching a new menu and the Cantonese Noble Court also has new healthy and TCM-influenced autumn dishes. As for new chefs, Aria is welcoming Matthew McCool, who has cooked in a number of famous London restaurants. Matthew is bringing his game to Aria this month – in the form of a set menu including venison and guinea fowl. Sequoia Café will be closing its Guanghua Lu store, but will continue to deliver food. Side Saddle will be closing up its space in Nali Patio – but they’re only moving a few doors down, to the ground floor of big sister Saddle Cantina. On Nov 6, Chi Fan for Charity is hosting a set of dinners around town to support three charities. Participants include Modo, Capital M and Hatsune. S e e w w w. c h i f a n fo rc h a r i t y. o rg for details.

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WHAT’S NEW RESTAURANTS

KO R E A N

LEAF BBQ RESTAURANT 木叶 Daily 11am-10pm. S3-30, Bldg 3, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (6089 2000) 朝阳区三里屯北路19号三里屯Village南区3号楼S3-30号

If you love free stuff, you’ll like the set menus (RMB 168-2,000) at this trendy Korean restaurant. I ordered the set lunch for two (RMB 228), which includes five kinds of beef, beef belly and intestine or tongue. Service was kind but amateurish – I asked for medium, but all three waiters roasted the quality marbled cuts into dry brown chunks. But there are good freebies. The unlimited side dishes included unusual options such as marinated crab; the pickles, mashed potato and pumpkin soup are above average. Spicy beef soup (RMB 48), cold noodles (RMB 45) and bibimbap (RMB 38) are also free with lunch sets. But where was the sliced garlic, the rightful soulmate of a lettuce and beef wrap? In its absence, the overly chunky carrots and limp cucumbers seemed all the more glaring, taking a few more points off this standard Korean barbecue house. Emily Young Also try: Pine Hill, Yu Ling Dao

SEA SCALLOP PERFECTION

TALL ORDER MMMMEATS FOR THE GRILL

C O NTE M PO R ARY I NTE R N AT I O N A L

GRILL 79

YU N NAN

Mon-Thu & Sun noon-2am; Fri-Sat noon-4am. 79/F, China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2299 ext 6424) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸大酒店79楼

HOUSE OF SHUHE 束河人家

n a clear day, all of Beijing is spread under your feet at Grill 79. The name is halfcorrect – the restaurant is indeed on the 79th floor, but it is no mere steakhouse. With a tight menu both intricate and intriguing, it aims for culinary heights befitting its status as the highest restaurant in town. Appetizers best display Chef Jean-Paul Lordes’ creativity. The sweetness of the compressed watermelon,buttery brioche croutons and the warm croquette are magical in the manchego starter (RMB 138), highlighted by the sharp salt of the transparent cheese blanket. A cornucopia of ingredients – from avocado to foie gras to

Also try: Maison Boulud, SALT Standout dishes: New York cheesecake, transparent manchego

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House of Shuhe serves a hotpot buffet (lunch RMB 68, dinner RMB 98) in a tranquil alley a stone’s throw from bustling Nanluogu Xiang – just as its namesake village offers a peaceful respite from boisterous Lijiang. You can sit in the courtyard, in private rooms overlooking the garden, or burrow into a couch as you cook yourself some Yunnan specialties. Ingredients range from snakehead fish and beancurd to exotic and salutary wild herbs such as yangxincai (养心菜), guanyincai (观音菜) and banlangen (板蓝根). There’s also local scallops, shrimps, beef and lamb. The buffet will change slightly by season, but I’m hoping the baojiang beancurd (包浆豆腐) and Yunnan ham (云腿肘) will stay on the menu all year round. For those two ingredients alone, I’d go back. Emily Young Also try: Dianke Dianlai, Dali Courtyard

HOTPOT BUFFET

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU AND EMILY YOUNG

gratuitous flower petals – resulted in a visually stunning, innovative, but confused hamachi starter (RMB 184). Conversely, the edible flowers atop the sea scallops (RMB 194) complement the dish properly, making it look as lovely as it tasted. The scallops were perfect and the mustard ice cream bright, marrying well with sautéed apple and bacon crumbles. This ingredient fiesta falters a bit with mains. Though plated beautifully, the duck (RMB 268) was slightly overcooked and its many accoutrements distracting. The sour plum paste was spot-on, but the meringue and rose petals added little. The grilled Wagyu and sous-vide charcoal oil cod look promising, though, and the sides (RMB 78), especially the shallot tart, are faultless. Winningly, bacon crumbles were everywhere – surprisingly best with the cheesecake (RMB 84); scattered almond shortcake added texture, chillied pineapple heat, and julienned basil bitterness. It is hands-down one of Beijing’s best desserts. If Grill 79’s gastronomic acrobatics sound daunting, go for the desserts and an unparalleled view in a classy setting … just wait for a clear day. Jen Leung

Daily 10am-midnight. 17 Beibingmasi Hutong, Dongcheng District (5721 8898) 东城区北兵马司胡同17号

PORK BELLY MAKES MODO A MUST-TRY

WINE BAR WINNER C E NTR AL & S O UTH A M E R I CA N

MODO Daily 11am-10pm. S10-31, 3/F, Bldg 8, Sanlitun Village South (near Element Fresh and Karaiya Spice House), 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (6415 7207) 朝阳区三里屯北路19号三里屯Village南区8号楼S10-31

osto’s sibling forgoes the convention of the three-course meal in favor of appetizer-sized small plates designed to be shared and paired with some 95 wines, 16 of which are available by the glass and half-glass. It’s a formula that exponentially multiplies the taste combinations possible in one sitting. Nesting in the mezzanine of this smar t, intimate space – another winning design by Kupa Studios – our large party gave the open kitchen a rigorous workout, ordering a parade of visually arresting dishes marked by juxtapositions of flavors and textures that highlighted the qualities of

individual ingredients. The early standouts, matched with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand’s Villa Maria, included a warm salad of exceptionally tender octopus with shredded crispy potatoes and white onion (RMB 55) and a revelatory dill-encrusted codfish on a risotto-like bed of wild rice and confit of fennel (RMB 95). We then pivoted to a rich, complex Salentein Malbec from Argentina and dug on swine – namely, a slab of crispy, juicy pork belly on roasted apple slices (RMB 65) that raised the earthy pleasure of pork chops and apple sauce to dizzying heights.

By now our party was abuzz with the conviviality born of sharing and excitement generated by chefs Juan Mateus and Daniel Urdaneta’s creations. Add dulces like white chocolate mousse and black currant sorbet, set lunch deals, a terrace and tasty funk soundtrack – think “Soul Power ’74” – and you have a spot that combines the bonhomie of a wine bar with the rigor and creativity of an elite restaurant. Bring friends. George Bai Standout dishes: Pork belly, octopus salad Also try: ROOMbeijing, Terra

E U ROPEAN

CABARE

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU

Daily 9am-2.30am. 15-1, Bldg 15, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District (5905 1760) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾15号楼15-1号

GAMBAS AL AJILLO

Cabare has joined the club of defiantly high-priced eateries dotting Solana Bar Street. Touting itself as “European cuisine with a Mediterranean influence,” Cabare offers everything from oysters to quiche, eggplant parmigiana to steak frites, and nothing says Mediterranean quite like Caesar salad. Like the mildly bipolar décor (wide-screen TVs vs. glittering chandelier), the food here is both hit and miss. The gambas al ajillo (shrimp with garlic, RMB 55) was savory and the gazpacho (RMB 32) rich and smoky, but the paella marinara (RMB 120) was an anemic attempt at the crusty concoction that

makes Spaniards so proud. The chorizo sausage in cider (RMB 40) was both sweet and excessively salty, confusing the palate of an already befuddled diner. But service was engaging and the dessert, Gin and Tonic on a Plate, is a marvelous medley of jello shots topped with pepper flakes and tangy lemon sorbet – the most inventive, refreshing treat I’ve had in Beijing. Tallie Lieberman Standout dishes: Gin and tonic on a plate Also try: Naijo, Olas Tapas Café

OCTOBER 2010

WHAT’S NEW RESTAURANTS V E G E TA R I A N

FAIRY SU 素精灵 Daily 10am-10pm. 30 Yonghegong Dajie, Dongcheng District (no tel) 东城区雍和宫大街30号

Presumably, Fairy Su is named for the light, virtuous sensation attained after a vegetarian meal prepared according to Buddhist precepts. The first floor offers simple but nutritious set meals and fresh juices for a quick stop after a Lama Temple tour. Even the cheapest set (RMB 21) comes with pickled radish, stir-fried pea sprouts, tofu slivers, and tomato and mushroom soup. On the second floor, one finds cushioned booths and a fancier menu to boot. Fake meat options abound, including vegetarian sausages made of mushrooms and gluten, studded with chunks

of “fat”(RMB 8 each), a delectable spicy dry-fried “pig intestine” (RMB 38) and konnyaku sushi (RMB 58). The house specialty is a red-braised fish (RMB 88), carved up tableside. Almost every dish is coated in too much viscous sauce, but it’s cooked fast, portioned generously, and served competently. It’s worth paying more to eat at Xu Xiang Zhai across the street, but for a quick tasty lunch, Fairy Su will fill you up with your recommended daily allowance of vegetables. Christine Ho Also try: Xu Xiang Zhai Standout dishes: Pig intestine

PITCHER-PERFECT BOUILLABASSE

ITALIAN CLASS ITALIAN

RIVER CLUB Daily 11.30am-10.30pm. 53 Maizidian Xijie (east side of Furama Xpress Hotel), Chaoyang District (6508 0667) 朝阳区麦子店西街53号(富驿时尚酒店东侧)

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created by the slow pour of the pitcher of broth over the medley of seafood stacked on your plate. Pastas here, while e n j o y a b l e, a re n o t e s p e c i a l l y memorable. Instead of a dessert menu, the chef ’s daily creations are assembled in miniature onto one plate for an individual dessert buﬀet – save room for the delicate ginger crème brulee and pistachio cream. The Sacco family owns a twoMichelin-star restaurant in northern Italy, and is attempting to bring some high-class European fare to town – they present some winning dishes but unfortunately at European prices that Beijingers with other Italian options may find hard to swallow. Also, they should rethink the odd fluorescent lighting that casts the unflattering glow of a hospital ward in their otherwise elegant interior. Jen Leung Standout dishes: Zucchini soup, bouillabasse Also try: Kitchen Igosso, L’Isola

VEGGIE SAUSAGE ... YUM?

WHAT'S NEW: RESTAURANTS ... WHERE THEY ARE

CABARE RIVER CLUB FAIRY SU HOUSE OF SHUHE

LEAF BBQ MODO

GRILL 79

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU AND CHRISTINE HO

e ve r u n d e re s t i m a te t h e importance of a breadbasket. The savory onion focaccia at River Club was so scrumptious I scarfed down countless slices, heedless of the many courses to come. This Italian restaurant offers high-end cuisine and a fantastic Italian wine selection in a highly stylized, flawlessly white interior. Even the open kitchen is high-class, imported piece-by-piece from Italy. The focaccia and designer space both set a high bar for the meal, which River Club reaches to some extent. The olive oil zucchini soup (RMB 116) was topped with black ink-marinated cuttlefish, making this vegetable puree surprisingly rich. Bouillabasse is a specialty of Marseilles, not Italy, but their take on this classic French ﬁsh stew was simple and lovely (RMB 278). The saffron-tinged broth was more concentrated than traditionally served, a sauce more than a soup. The ﬂavors are heightened by the heady aroma

CHEF’S SELECTION

TANI GU

HEAD CHEF, HONZEN AT KEMPINSKI

aving trained in the kaiseki ryori tradition for 20 years, chef Tani Gu brought his expertise in Japanese haute cuisine to the Jinglun Nikko Hotel and Hotel New Century Nikko Beijing before settling in at Kempinski. He has also eaten at more Japanese restaurants in town than most of us ever will, and he was generous enough to divulge his favorite spots. FAVORITE KAISEKI Nadaman The kaiseki feast here is impressive, especially the delicate flatware. Eight years ago, the RMB 880 set menu included an eye-catching snapper sashimi served on ice inside a pomelo rind, which looked truly majestic. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-7.30pm. 3 / F, C h i n a W o r l d H o t e l , 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2266 ext 39)

PHOTO: COURTESY OF KEMPINSKI HOTEL

滩万日餐厅, 朝阳区建国门外大街中国大饭店3层

HIDDEN-GEM IZAKAYA Sogai This little dining bar is run by Sogai, a former professor in a renowned culinary school in Osaka who came to Beijing 15 years ago and has been making home-style comfort food ever since. This little place is always packed with Japanese regulars, and you’ll get the freshest sushi or sashimi because he never saves raw fish to use the next day. He’d rather give the remaining fish for free to the last customers, although mostly he

runs out of ingredients before Sogai closes up. Mon-Sat 6pm-midnight. Bldg 1, Courtyard 6, Xinyuanli Dongjie (nor th side of Yuyang Hotel), Chaoyang District (8451 0688) Sogai食屋, 朝阳区新源里东街6号院1号楼（渔阳饭店北侧）

QUALITY SOBA Sobajin Mr. Todogoro, a serious chef from Tokyo, heads Sobajin. He is another former teacher of mine, and as far as I know, he is among the few chefs who makes soba noodles in-house using imported buckwheat flours. I strongly recommend the green tea-flavored cold soba – that alone is good enough – but I insist that you ask him to make you some sushi and sashimi too! Daily 11am-2.30pm 5.30-10pm. 1 / F, 2 1 s t Ce n t u r y H o t e l , 4 0 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (5948 9090) 荞麦人, 朝阳区亮马桥路40号中日青年交流中心21世纪饭店1层

BEST VALUE Tokyo Hanten Japanese-Chinese cuisine (中华料理) fuses Japanese-style cooking and ingredients with Chinese dishes. My friends first recommended this place to me because it’s simply delicious, with big portions and reasonable prices. Daily 11.30am-10.30pm. 2/F, Jianwai Soho, Bldg 4, Chaoyang District (5869 2388) 东京饭店, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外 Soho 4号楼2层

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FEATURE

COOKING FOR KINGS CLUB DES CHEFS DES CHEFS by Jen Leung

t is likely the most exclusive food fraternity in the world. There is only one condition for membership – you must be head chef to a head of state. This elite group is virtually unknown to outsiders, but its 30-odd members include the chefs to US President Barack Obama, the Queen of England, French President Nicolas Sarkozy, Prince Albert of Monaco, China’s Great Hall of the People and the Kremlin. Each country has just one delegate (China being the exception with two) and convenes annually in a member country to learn about new cuisines, to exchange information on their bosses’ dining preferences, and of course, to commiserate on the trials and tribulations inherent in feeding the world’s most powerful people. This year, they met in Beijing. According to its founder, Gilles Bragard, the club’s mission over its 30 years of existence has been to promote each member nation’s food culture and to foster friendly cooperation amongst member chefs. “It is over the table that people form friendships, even world leaders,” said Bragard. “So the role of these chefs is paramount in helping to maintain good international relations.” While that might be a slight overstatement, it is undeniably a daunting job, and the stakes high. Leaders come and go, but entertaining (thus food) remains an unchanging and important feature of political life. In fact, many of these chefs have cooked at the presidential residences or palaces for years. Bernard Vaussion has cooked for five French presidents over 34 years at the Élysée; Cristeta Comerford entered the White House under the Clintons and now feeds the Obamas. And their job is not easy. Each chef

must have the versatility to handle both family meals and formal state dinners. Mark Flanagan of the UK, for instance, is not just in charge of the Queen’s scones, but also heads a massive team spread over five palaces that cooks for both the royal family as well as the palace staff. Sri Lanka’s Rohan Fernandopulle once oversaw a state dinner for over 2,000 people. One of the purposes of those state dinners is to showcase the nation’s best products and produce. As Christian Garcia, who serves Prince Albert II of Monaco, explained, it is the chef’s duty to make the head of state proud of their country’s

“ONE MUST NOT SERVE FOOD THAT IS HARD TO EAT OR HARD TO EAT ELEGANTLY” cuisine. However, the political nature of feeding, well, politicians, requires more savvy than a typical banquet. National pride is important, Garcia said, but it is equally essential to respect the traditions of other countries. Comerford gave the example of a Japanese state visit, during which she incorporated ginger into the menu. She said she must “take into consideration flavors indicative of the visiting country, to honor those guests. But we will still cook in the best of American tradition, so it is still American hospitality.” In essence, her challenge is to marry American style and ingredients with a food element that state visitors hold dear. Though they entertain the world’s most influential people, at heart the Chefs des Chefs are private chefs. It is illuminating to hear that

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PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE RITZ-CARLTON FINANCIAL STREET

CLUB DES CHEFS DES CHEFS MET THIS YEAR IN BEIJING AT THE RITZ-CARLTON FINANCIAL STREET

they consider their primary responsibility to be the health of their head of state. For example, most people may see the White House as a monument, but to the Obamas, it’s also a home. Thus, Comerford feels her duty in the kitchen is to ensure that “whatever is going on out there in the political world, there is still a home for [the President] … a healthy home with healthy meals.” Oliver Bartsch of Canada echoes this sentiment by cooking only light lunches – as heavy meals would only tire out a prime minister who already works long hours. As for tips on cooking for the world’s power brokers, Hilton Little, chef for South Africa’s presidents,supplied a few. One must not serve food that is hard to eat (i.e. escargot, fish with bones) or hard to eat elegantly (e.g. oysters, ribs); nor should one try to overdo it. For all its pomp, a state dinner is also a meal at someone’s home, so it is more important to put guests at ease with comfortable foods rather than aiming for ostentatious displays of culinary virtuosity. Speaking of comfort foods, these chefs are naturally very well-versed in their employers’ eating habits. According to Little, Nelson Mandela’s favorite food is stewed oxtail. The other chefs divulged that former French President Jacques Chirac loves Chinese food, Canadian Prime Minster Stephen Harper enjoys simple barbecue the most, and Barack Obama is a fan of dim sum, particularly shaomai. But not all chefs were as forthcoming – in fact, many refused to name favorite dishes. Flanagan quipped that it’s not allowed, lest the Queen be served the same “favorite dish” at every dinner out thereafter.

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Oliver Bar tsch, chef to the Prime Minster of Canada H i s f avo r i te d i s h : B l a c k c o d sablefish with miso and Canadian lamb barbecue Prime minister’s favorite food: Barbecues and Asian cuisine

Athanasios Skouras, chef to the president of Greece His favorite dishes: Grilled fish with olive oil, roasted lamb with artichoke, spinach, lemon and egg sauce; Greek wine, ouzo and tsipouro.

Christian Garcia, chef to Prince Albert II of Monaco His favorite dish: Loup soufflé aux laitues Prince Albert II’s favorite dish: Renaissance de legumes aux truffes noires

Jesper Vollmer, chef to the Queen of Denmark His favorite dish: Braised turbot with olive sauce compote and fennel Royal family’s favorite food: French cuisine, such as pig’s feet, both braised and grilled

Ji Genfa, chef at China’s Great Hall of the People His favorite dishes: Stewed lion’s head meatball in clear broth, sautéed shrimps, braised fish balls

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Hilton Little

Rohan Fernadopulle, chef for Sri Lankan official state dinners His favorite dish: Crab curry Royal family’s favorite dish: Fish ambul thiyal (sour fish curry)

Markus Burkart, chef to the King of Sweden The king’s favorite food: Salmon, both raw and cooked. Hilton Little, chef to the p re s i d e n t o f S o u t h Af r i c a His favorite dish: Lamb stew with various vegetables Fo r m e r Pre s i d e n t M a n d e l a’s favorite food: Oxtail stews

OCTOBER 2010

GRAPE PRESS

A QUESTION OF VALUE BEIJING BOTTLES: QUALITY V. PRICE by Edward Ragg

ith the availability of wines in Beijing fast improving, what price ranges can the wine lover now expect? Bulk Chinese wine weighs in around RMB 35, with the very cheapest imported wines sold for around RMB 50. At the other extreme, Burgundy’s Domaine de la Romanée Conti famously offers the highest price points in the world and a recent vintage of their Romanée Conti Grand Cru will cost approximately RMB 35,000-40,000 in Beijing. These price extremes can be found globally, but what affects Beijing’s wine prices specifically? Taxes on wine imports are often blamed for steep prices, but while taxes are a factor, the margins squeezed out by some importers are ridiculous. If RMB 30-100 bottles are bargain buys in supermarkets, the RMB 100-300 bracket is really the range where wines can compete for the best quality-to-price ratio. To maximize your chances of finding value, try buying less wellknown grape varieties (e.g. Pinotage), less popular wine styles (e.g. sherry) or wines from less obvious countries (e.g. Portugal). All of the below wines have great quality-to-price ratios, so try them out. At these prices, it’s

worth experimenting. 2008 Mannenberg Pinotage, South Africa RMB 106 (Jebsen Fine Wines) Available at Park Hyatt Beijing, Intercontinental Hotel, Annie’s Restaurant The less than popular Pinotage grape has undergone a lot of changes in recent years. This wine has attractive damson and prune fruit with a decent structure. 2008 Argento Reserva Malbec, Argentina RMB 177 (Mercuris Fine Wines) Available at Hilton Hotels, Novotel, Red Capital Club Malbec may be famous, but this deep -purple, immensely fruit y example with a fine tannic structure is very good value. NV Alvear 1927 Solera, Montilla-Moriles (500ml), Spain RMB 215 (Palette Wines) Available at Pekotan, Palette Vino This complex, sweet “sherry-style” wine comes from a less well-known Spanish region. 1927 refers to the date when the solera was founded. However, a tiny proportion of this wine will be from 1927!

Edward Ragg is co-founder, with Fongyee Walker, of Dragon Phoenix Fine Wine Consulting, Beijing’s first independent wine consultancy and education service (www.longfengwines.com). They write for the world’s wine magazines and several publications in China.

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FOOD HERO

LISA MINDER WU OWNER OF THE ORCHARD

PHOTO: COURTESY OF LISA MINDER WU

uring her 16 years in Beijing, Lisa Minder Wu has been a journalist, is the wife to a Chinese rock star, and also ranks as one of the forerunners of the city’s locavore and slow food scene. She owns The Orchard, a restaurant in Shunyi that includes a working orchard and farm, the popularity of which spearheaded the growth of Hegezhuang Village and surrounding areas. Wu recently took a few minutes to share her experiences with us.

a good price and reliable delivery of vegetables and meat so that we can offer a fully organic menu. We currently offer Wondermilk dairy milk and yogurt and are using locally made cheeses from Yellow Valley and Le Fromager de Pekin.

What are the biggest challenges of operating a farm in the suburbs? We a re n o t f u l l y o rg a n i c, b u t “transitional” and “green.” We do not spray the herbs and salads. However, we still spray the fruit trees with What does slow food mean to you? agricultural sulfur and some lowS l o w fo o d m e a n s m a d e f r o m toxic pesticides. The real challenge “scratch” where I come from. Gravies, is teaching our caretakers. I’ve sauces, dressings, breads … we been trying to teach them about made them all as companion kids. The Orchard “INSTANT POTATOES planting and even is the “grown-up” star ted a worm AND PACKAGED version of that farm. But because idea and we were I primarily run a GRAVIES SEEM “slow food” from restaurant and the LIKE CHEATING” the star t. I don’t garden comes after have restaurant the restaurant, I training so I don’t know how to cut have trouble keeping up with the corners – instant potatoes and arbitrar y farming practices that packagedgravies seem like cheating. go on. I wouldn’t want to eat it, so I certainly don’t want to serve it. We smoke our What do you think of the own fish, we make our own gravies development going on near and sauces, and we make our own The Orchard? ice cream. Hegezhuang was a poor, sleepy village with no paved roads when we created Where is The Orchard’s food The Orchard. Now there is a lot sourced from? going on and we are trying to create All our salads, herbs and some tomatoes a cour tyard community in this – and this year many squashes – came village – Green T. House Living, Art from our farm. When we took the big Base One, the 318 Art Colony, cafes fish out of our lake, we made stews and shops. But we were the first to and soups out of them. I’m still trying arrive and I hope that we will stay for to try to find a group of organic a long time, even as the city flows suppliers who will be able to give me around and past us.

OCTOBER 2010

HOME COMFORTS

CLAYPOT CLASSIC

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by Joel Shuchat

ome meals seem far too simple to m e r i t m u c h a t te n t i o n . Baozai fan, or claypot rice, is one of those commonplace but beautiful dishes. Prepared with some savory Chinese-style sausage, you’ll have a dish that you just can’t get enough of – despite its simplicity. Ingredients 1.5 cups uncooked rice 1 sausage (Sichuan malachang or Cantonese lapcheong), thinly sliced 3 cloves of garlic, minced 4 large dried shiitake mushrooms, rehydrated and sliced 2 garlic shoots, sliced into 3cm sticks 3 dried red chillies Sauce (see below) 1 green onion, finely sliced Sauce 1 tbsp dark soy sauce 1 tbsp oyster sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 1.5 tsp sugar 1 tsp shredded ginger Mix all the ingredients in a small pot and bring to boil. Add water and cook on low until the flavors combine.

2) Rinse off 1.5 cups of rice and place it in the claypot with an equal

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3) While the rice is cooking, fry up the sausage with a bit of oil in a saucepan; before finishing, add the garlic, mushrooms, garlic shoots and the chillies. Also, prepare the sauce. 4) Once the rice is halfway cooked (10 minutes), uncover the claypot and toss the sausage and other ingredients over the rice, and re-cover. Cook for another 10 minutes or until there is a hint of scorched-rice smell, then turn off the heat. Let it cool for two minutes. Pour the sauce and chopped green onion over the rice and mix well. Make sure you scrape all the crusty rice bits off the bottom of the pot – after all, that’s the best part of the dish. Joel Shuchat is head chef at The Hutong cooking school (www.thehutong. com) and general manager of The Orchid (www.theorchidbeijing.com)

PHOTOS: JOEL SHUCHAT

1) Start by finding a good claypot. Something unglazed on the inside would be perfect, but if that’s hard to find (and it is, in Beijing!) then one with a thin matte coating also works. Also look for the medium to small pots as large claypots never produce a good crust.

volume of water. Cover and turn the fire on high. Once the water begins to boil, immediately turn down the fire to the lowest setting possible.

WOKIPEDIA

F IS FOR … … Fuqi feipian 夫妻肺片 The literal meaning is “husband’s and wife’s lung slices,” but in fact this popular appetizer contains almost everything but. Fei or “lung” (肺) is a homophone for fei (废), which refers to the offal (e.g. beef tongue, heart, tripe) that make up this dish, along with lean beef, cilantro and crushed peanuts. It is usually served cold, but tastes hot because of the generous amount of Sichuan chilli oil and peppercorns. ... Fry 炒 If the wok is one of the greatest inventions in Chinese cook ing history, then stir-frying is surely the greatest action associated with it. This cooking method, which usually involves either a long-handled

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spatula or ladle with that wok, builds arm strength and wrist dexterity. Stir-frying seals in flavors using high heat and short cooking times – but it also generates a lot of oily smoke, so don’t forget to turn on your highpower kitchen exhaust fan. ... Fish-fragrant 鱼香 Don’t wrinkle your nose at this flavor combination of scallion, ginger, garlic, vinegar, sugar, salt, rice wine, soy sauce and peppers. It’s said that Sichuan folks originally used this set of seasonings to help disguise the fishiness of seafood – and that gradually, people began to describe any dish cooked with that panoply of flavor ful ingredients as “fishfragrant.”

YOUR CALL READER REVIEWS FROM THEBEIJINGER.COM The Bridge Cafe Cafes and Teahouses TProphet: It feels just like home (Seattle). Non-smoking with stuffed bookshelves, Wi-Fi and great coffee. It doesn’t stop there – the pasta is handmade, and they serve a fantastic American breakfast. Sure, the prices are US prices, but so worth it! You can just sit for hours with your laptop. The friendly staff even speaks a bit of English. Definitely my favorite place in Wudaokou, and among my favorites in Beijing.

Let’s Burger American TK: Ordered a cheese and cranberry sauce burger and the cheese and gravy fries, dreaming of poutine back home. The fries were disappointing, as they were oversized and tasteless, the gravy only so-so and the cheese barely there. My burger was OK, but the proportions are off, the cranberry tasted like cheap canned sauce and the cheese pretty lousy. But the beef was quality and the bun awesome.

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OCTOBER 2010

GOOD FOR YOU

TAKING ROOT by Charlie Thomson

hat can fight fat, cancer, exhaustion, anxiet y, wrinkles and even boost your sexual performance? Ginseng. Used in Asia for over 2,000 years, this tiny root is prized for a host of proven health benefits such as enhancing immune functions and having anti-cancer and anti-aging properties as well as increasing the health of the stomach, kidneys and heart. Ginseng is an adaptogen that gently modulates the body’s systems and reduces the negative effects of stress on the body. Unlike coffee’s temporary energy high, ginseng helps regulate blood sugar and so provides a smooth and sustained energy. And Beijingers, take note: Ginseng also helps protect the skin and lungs from UV damage and pollutants. The benefits are best realized by making a habit of consumption, which could include sipping on cups of ginseng tea, adding powdered ginseng to drinks, or brewing the root with chicken soup. While consumption is simple, finding quality ginseng is more difficult. The market is flooded with generic white ginseng, which has little medicinal value and may contain harmful agricultural chemicals, fungicides and sulfur. Howe ver, organically cer tified white or red ginsengs are good and affordable enough for use in cooking or in tonics. Red ginseng is a more energizing and warming version of the white root. The Korean brand

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Zheng Guan Zhuang (正官庄) is high-quality, but be wary of fake tins sold outside their main shop in Wangjing. The rarest is wild ginseng. Demand has long outpaced supply and only six kilos were available for sale in 2009; a single root auctioned for over RMB 3.2 million. An excellent (and much more aﬀordable) substitute is wild-crafted ginseng. Because it’s cultivated in the natural habitat of wild ginseng without chemicals and with minimal disturbance, wild-crafted ginseng thus retains many of the physical and functional characteristics of true wild ginseng. While pricing and availability change seasonally, wild-crafted ginseng in the 8-12 year range are often a good value. The soaring demand for quality organic and wild-crafted ginseng is leading an industry shift towards ecologically sustainable production methods. This is good news for both the environment and consumers. As research continues to uncover ginseng’s benefits, we can be sure this ancient herb will continue to be treasured far into the future. Try it: Zheng Guan Zhuang. Stall 07, Bldg 2, Dushi Xinhaian, 18 Futong Xidajie, Chaoyang District (6472 5629) 正官庄红参专卖店, 朝阳区阜通西大街18号都市新海岸2座07号底商

Charlie Thomson has been practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine for over a decade. He can be reached at cthmsn@gmail.com.

BAD FOR YOU

BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS by Shelley Jiang

PHOTOS: SHELLEY JIANG

s breakfast the meal at which all rules are broken? Even Beijing grannies, ordinarily so healthconscious, walk away from breakfast vendors laden with deep -fried youtiao, their flatter twin youbing, and at least half a dozen zhagao (炸糕 ). These sweet, deep-fried “cakes” are just one of the doughnut-like treats that made Beijing breakfasts such a grease -laden delight, at least until “mode r n” n o t i o n s a b o u t n u t r i t i o n , health and weight took hold. But there’s always room for a good doughnut, and the same holds true for their Chinese cousins. Take the jiangmi zhagao (江米炸糕), a sticky rice ball stuffed with red bean paste and a crisp golden shell that shatters so pleasingly. Originating from Tianjin, these zhagao are nearly as popular in Beijing, though die-hard fans will still profess a preference for Tianjin varieties. Naiyou zhagao (奶油炸糕 ) are even lauded as highly nutritious – not just because these are Beijing’s own take on zhagao but because they’re filled with cream. Yes, that’s right: They believe you can get your daily allowance of calcium and protein from what essentially are deep-fried profiteroles. And did we mention that it’s eaten with liberal

sprinklings of sugar? Surely that can’t be bad for you. Then there are the dead-ringers for doughnuts. The most similar are mianbao quan (面包圈 “bread ring”) – plain, bland, greasy fry-bread. But the kylin pastry (qilin su 麒麟酥) does not disappoint, even though it does not quite taste like the jelly doughnuts it so resembles. Named after a mythical creature of Chinese legend, these sugar-dusted pastries have a soft cake-like crumb encasing sweet red bean paste. The most common doughnut clone, jiaoquan (焦圈), is a crunchy, golden, sesame-encrusted ring, usually eaten with Beijing’s signature fermented mung bean juice, douzhi. This sour –some say stinky – drink isn’t for everyone, but the jiaoquan certainly can be enjoyed on its own, or as an accompaniment to other foods, say, hummus. While these breakfast pastries were once found throughout the city, sold by street vendors that vanished after 9am, development has changed this tradition. Today, one must visit lao Beijing snack shops to find some of these treats – which is not as convenient but it does have one benefit: These deep-fried delights can now be enjoyed at any time, not just for breakfast.

OCTOBER 2010

ALLEYWAY GOURMET

THE BEST ASS IN TOWN A TASTY WAY TO ENJOY DONKEY MEAT by Emily Young

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uoshao!”(“Donkey burger!”) You have to shout out to be heard in the packed dining room at Wang Pangzi. As soon as you order, the chef puts some brown buns into a grill pan. While they toast, he grabs a handful of braised meat and chops it up with a short length of green pepper on a worn wooden board. When the bread is crisp enough, he quickly ladles a spoonful of hot gravy onto the meat and mixes it to warm it up. Then he cuts a pocket into the bread and shovels the filling inside – done in less than a minute so you can bury your mouth into some hot donkey meat. Lovers of roast-beef sandwiches might be struck speechless by this Oriental counterpart. Maybe that’s because their mouths are full. The donkey sandwich (lürou huoshao 驴肉火烧) is exclusively Chinese. The two types of bun, round and rectangular, originated

in the cities of Baoding and Hejian (in Hebei province), respectively. Wang Pangzi uses the rectangular Hejian-style bun. They opened their first shop in Gulou five years ago; now they have five branches around town. Rich in protein, donkey meat is usually lean and served cold. While the standard mixed lean and fat donkey meat burger (RMB 5) is the best item on the menu, there are other ways to enjoy donkey. Two other sandwich options are equally excellent: burger with lean meat only (RMB 6, jingrou huoshao 精肉火烧) and the donkey penis burger (RMB 12, qianrou huoshao 钱肉火烧). Wash it all down with a bowl of savory clear soup (RMB 1) or donkey meat soup (RMB 5). Try it: Wang Pangzi. Daily 10.30am10.30pm. 80 Gulou Xidajie, Xicheng District (8672 7507) 王胖子驴肉火烧.鼓楼西大街80号

PHOTO: EMILY YOUNG

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BACK FOR MORE

A DELICATE PUMPKIN AND SCALLOP GRATIN

SCALLOP AND PUMPKIN GRATIN

EDIBLE ART JAPAN ES E

NAOKI Daily noon-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 1 Gongmen Qianjie, Aman at Summer Palace, Haidian District (5987 9999) 海淀区安缦颐和酒店宫门前街1号

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n a city where hearty and plain food dominates daily life (think baozi and big bowls of mian), one can forget that food is also an art form. To remind yourself, head out to the Summer Palace, one of Beijing’s aesthetic landmarks, and enjoy this dining oasis. K aisek i i s t r a d i t i o n a l J a p a nese fine dining that focuses on using the best seasonal ingre dients to create pleasing edible art. Chef Ichii’s seasonal menu offers French kaiseki, incorporating his French culinar y background into this Japanese multi-course ritual. The results are innovative (if pricey) set menus that change every three months – no easy task, but the results are mostly rewarding. Lunch can be ordered a la carte, but dinner is set menu only, ranging from RMB 880-1580. All menus start with a platter of eight elegantly arranged amuse

bouches, after which the parade of delicacies begin, including a martiniglass of lobster salad perched atop a creamy cauliflower mousse. Most pleasing was the chawanmushi, a light egg custard topped with a slice of seared foie gras and a ladle of cream of mushroom soup – a rich and incredibly smooth combination. Autumn arrived with the pumpk in gratin. A small gourd was baked whole and filled with succulent scallops, mushrooms and smothered in miso. Wonderfully rich without cheese, but a bit misoheavy. The quality of the Dongbei beef tenderloin for the Naoki steak was a revelation, the presentation spare but fitting. Tasting course after course while gazing out at the lovely courtyard was a reminder that a meal is an experience for all the senses. Should you have the time and funds, Naoki is worth the trek. Jen Leung

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Q&A

BEIJING EATS

TAN FAMILY CUISINE by Eileen Wen Mooney

“P KITCHEN COMMANDER

CHEF WONG KWAN YUEN ON MANDARIN, MANAGEMENT AND HAIRY CRABS

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Tanjia Cai. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5 . 3 0 - 1 0 p m . 7 / F, B u i l d i n g C , Beijing Hotel, 33 Chang’an Jie, Dongcheng District (6513 7766) 谭家菜, 东城区长安街33号北京饭店 C座7层

Tan Family cuisine can be traced back to the grand residence of Tan Zongjun, a civil servant famous for hosting lavish banquets cooked by his wife. Tanjia cai has roots in Cantonese cuisine but incorporates various regional cooking styles, notably Huaiyang and Shandong. The neutral feature of Tan cuisine – neither too sweet nor too salty – appeals to everyone. Braising and stewing are the specialties of Tan Family cuisine, while stir-fr ying is never employed. Salt and sugar are the main seasonings; pepper, Sichuan peppercorn and MSG are completely absent. Shark ’s fin, abalone, bird’s nest and sea cucumber

are the most important ingredients; though practically tasteless as raw ingredients, they nevertheless produce the most beautiful food. The set meals here vary from RMB 1,000-7,000 per person, for six courses that include appetizers and sweet snacks. G u oya o Xi a o j u. D ai ly 1 0am 2.30pm, 4.30-9pm. 58 Jiaodaokou Beisantiao, Andingmennei Dajie, Dongcheng District (6403 1940) 国肴小居, 东城区安定门内大街交道口北三条58号

Chef Guo Xinjun is one of the fourth generation trained in the Tan style of cooking. This restaurant’s small d i n i n g a re a i s f u r n i s h e d w i t h antiques collected by the owner, and has a scholarly ambiance. To fully experience Tan cuisine, you should select at least the RMB 800 set menu, which includes at least four appetizers and four to six hot dishes. Nothing compares to the natural flavor of Tan’s consommé, rich and creamy; every spoonful of soup lingers on the palate. The most memorable dish is the baked cod, which has been marinated in maotai, a fragrant Chinese white spirit. Excerpted from Beijing Eats: A Fo o d L o v e r ’s Companion to China’s Culinar y Capital, by Eileen Wen Mooney, published by Immersion Guides. To order a copy, call 5820 7101. See www.immersionguides.com for more info.

PHOTOS: SIMON LIM AND COURTESY OF THE WESTIN BEIJING FINANCIAL STREET

around, but what kind of food will ong Kong native Wong Kwan an unhappy team deliver? Yuen is the Westin Financial Street Hotel’s new executive So what are you looking to achieve Chinese chef, taking charge of the with Jewel? hotel’s Cantonese restaurant, Jewel. Jewel is doing a great job and setting We asked him about his early days the standard on the market. I plan to in Beijing, kitchen management bring more promo101 and how to tions and different navigate October’s “THE HEAD OF A types of food to the hairy crab season. restaurant. KITCHEN IS LIKE A Why did you GENERAL IN AN ARMY” October is hair y become a chef? crab season. But My brother-in-law what’s all the fuss about? and brother both worked for five-star Hair y crab is the only seasonal hotels, and when I shadowed them delicacy you can find in all regional in the kitchen, it was so magical. cuisines in China. You can find Everything happens fast – like a war. steamed crabs in Shanghai food, The head of a kitchen is like a general fried crabs in Cantonese food and in an army. spicy crabs in Sichuan cuisine. Isn’t it amazing to taste all those different What was it like when you first flavors from just one type of crab? arrived in Beijing? I was the first chef sent by The Peninsula What’s so special about the hairy Hong Kong to mainland China in crabs of Yangcheng Lake, then? 1987. In Beijing, neither chefs nor It’s the water. The water at Yangcheng diners had had much exposure to Lake isn’t polluted; it nurtures the Cantonese cuisine, and sourcing crab. If you taste a raw crab, the meat ingredients was a challenge. I also is actually sweet. had to train a team from zero. The staff lacked experience, but were I’ve always found crab really hard willing to learn and develop. The to eat – can you help? language barrier was interesting. My You can use the tools tailored to Mandarin wasn’t good – it still isn’t. eat crab. Or come to Jewel and The staff didn’t understand me and enjoy the crab without the hassles. were too shy to ask questions. We have lots of dishes that use the meat, cream and fat of the crab – What must a chef do when taking crab meat with mushroom, or with over a new kitchen? tofu. They’re just as delicious as the I believe in managing with sincerity. steamed crabs. You can choose to boss people

rivate cuisine” denotes a style of cooking that does not strictly follow any particular regional culinary rules. In the past, it referred to dishes created in someone’s home, usually a family with good financial standing or holding high official titles. The notion of genuine private cuisine is that there is no menu and no signage; the restaurant is often somewhat hidden and the scope of the venue quite small. Most important, though, is that the dishes are uniquely prepared, spectacular and would not be found in any other restaurant. Tan Family cuisine is the most famous example of this category of cooking.

+ BARS CLUBS WEE DRAMS

FIRST ROUNDS

From the people behind Ichikura, Kura Kura is now open in Sanlitun Village North. Naturally, we expect big things. Look out for a review in the near future. Electronic music fans have had much cause for dismay of late. Legendary Berlin club and label Tresor’s Beijing project might provide an antidote to the blues. Keep your ear close to the ground (or TheBeijinger.com) for news on upcoming Tresor events. Yan Club in the Kunlun Hotel opened on Sep 10, swelling the ranks of Beijing clubs aimed at the nouveau riche and its penchant for things like wine, cigars and rooms marked “VIP.” Top marks for describing itself as “posh” though. Review next month. Former Souk boss Robin Howlett hopes to have his new spot, Bang! Bang! Pizza, open on the west side of Shuangjing Qiao by the National Day holiday. Originally planned simply as a pizza delivery service, the venture will now also include a bar, after Howlett stumbled upon a larger space than he’d originally expected. Expect quality beer and sport on the TV.

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TALKING PINTS

TWEAKS

IAIN SHAW WANTS LESS TALKING AND MORE MUSIC

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ith any luck , Ultimate Productions’ reggae party at 2 Kolegas on Oct 9 will give us one more chance to party outdoors in 2010. And we’re spoiled for reggae choice this month, with the good folks at Upstepper Sound bringing Chinese-Jamaican producer Clive Chin back to Beijing alongside Shanghai’s Uprooted Sunshine cre w to join Upstepper ’s fif th anniversary celebrations at Yugong Yishan on Oct 17. When Chin came to Bed Bar last year, he spent as long retelling his admittedly fascinating life story as he did playing music – let’s hope for less chat and more reggae this time around. Trance fans have an early treat to kick off their National Day holidays, with the UK’s Gareth Emery at GT Banana on Oct 1. Prince of Trancelvania Paul van Dyk is a big fan of Emery – see him while he’s still a mere number 9 on DJ magazine’s

inscrutable list of the world’s top DJs. Or go and watch some rapping puppets. The Puppetmastaz look like a live-action, Claymation version of Gorillaz. That’s intended as a compliment. Find out what they’re all about on Oct 1. Readers who have never e x p e r i e n c e d S u l u m i ’s f r a n t i c Gameboy-electro should save Oct 8 for the Kill Club party at Yugong Yishan. If the crunching beats and implausibly upbeat melodies don’t make you dance, they’ll at least put a smile on your face. Of course it’s ridiculous, but the way Sulumi hurls himself around the stage, jumping off speakers and thrusting his Gameboy to the sky, you kind of sense that he’s well aware of that. Top fun. On Oct 16, Boys Noize brings his own brand of electro to The Star Live. He probably won’t have a Gameboy, but should be worth a look nonetheless. Another year has passed, and

Global Club is a Gongti-by-numbers club in a Wudaokou basement. DJs play chart-friendly tunes, drinks are fairly standard, and if the music on offer doesn’t impress, you can make your own in the 12 KTV rooms.

The Beijinger’s Ninth Anniversary Party is on Oct 21 – consider this your invitation. Dress up by all means, but save the witch hats and devil horns for the usual end-of-October s h i n d i g s l i k e Ye n Fe t i s h a n d Acupuncture’s Spooked Halloween party, both on Oct 30. We end on a sad note this month. From fellow bar owners to close friends, the community was shocked and saddened last month by the untimely death of Beer Mania founder Marc van Bever. When van Bever’s little bar first came on the scene, its vast selection of Belgian beer was a revelation in a city thirsty for quality brews. Beer Mania’s pioneering beer selection was van Bever’s main contribution to the development of the bar scene we enjoy today, but people I’ve spoken to also remember him as a fine bartender capable of a mean cocktail. Our thoughts go out to Marc’s family and friends.

Fubar is looking spiffy after a redesign – see Bar of the Month, p40, for more. Unfortunately, Chad has called time on Fu Fu Fool’s Day, his popular RMB 1 drinks promotion. Solutions’ new Thursday ladies’ night features three free drinks for girls, in addition to the RMB 5 Tsingtaos and tequila shots they offer daily. Get your sick note prepared for Friday.

LAST ORDERS

With a KTV emporium earmarked for the basement of 3.3, Lantern closed its doors after a triumphant farewell party. The good news for techno fans is that the club is likely to be revived in a new location at some point in the future. Enoteca has closed its original branch at The Place. However, the bar has simply moved to what should be a better location in Nali Patio. See Give Us a Minute, p40, for more.

COMING UP

With GT Banana set to close its long-running Jianguomen club in the next few months, a sign for “Club GT” has popped up in the new commercial area being developed at the northwest corner of the Workers’ Stadium. Make of that what you will.

OCTOBER 2010

WHAT’S NEW BARS & CLUBS

LAOWAI’S LOUNGE Daily 11am-3am. 2/F, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan, Wudaokou, Haidian District (8286 3517) 海淀区五道口华清嘉园12号楼2层

This campus-style café-bar suffers from a surprisingly unimaginative approach to design. The long bar area is pleasing enough, but seating is arranged in unnecessarily rigid lines, and Mao posters are haphazardly thrown about to cover bare red walls. Prices are a little above the usual Wudaokou rates, with a limited menu of shots (RMB 20) and cocktails (RMB 30-45). Still, Tsingtaos are only RMB 5, so grab a cold beer and play for free at any of the three pool tables, the dartboard or table shuffleboard. Hookah and snacks like succulent burgers and tasty sandwiches (RMB 35-45) are also available. Laowai’s Lounge lacks the energy that has made some of its neighbors into local institutions, but that’s not something that couldn’t be put right with a few tweaks. Losing the silly name might also help. Emma Li

TOP OF THE TOWN

Good for: Game nights, students Also try: Lush, Pyro

ATMOSPHERE BAR 云酷 Mon-Fri noon-2am, Sat-Sun noon-4am. 80/F, China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2299 ext 6433) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸3期80层（中国大饭店北侧）

The unmistakable aroma of cigar smoke is an immediate clue as to part of what goes on here. By day and by night, business types lounge around puffing on Cubans and Dominicans, and the drinks list even includes a number of “cigar cocktails” (RMB 75) for pairing with a smoke. You don’t need a suit or man-purse to feel at home here, though; like an 80th-floor evolution of Centro, Atmosphere pulls off classy without being stuffy. The cocktail selection offers depth – punchy classics like the Pegu Club, experimental inventions like manager Charly Kusaksizoglu’s Basil & Mango, and RMB 125 champagne cocktails –

rather than excessive choice. Atmosphere is also steadily building what looks like one of Beijing’s best whisky collections (from RMB 65). And the drinks are faultless, thanks to Charly’s skills. With his trademark white jacket, slicked-back hair and passion for the nuances of making a good drink, Charly is the kind of bartender you’re surprised to discover actually exists in the 21st century. And you’re glad for that. Because for all you’ll hear and read, this bar has more going for it than just a staggering, bird’s-eye view of Beijing. Iain Shaw Good for: Overcoming vertigo Also try: China Bar, Happiness Lounge

THE BOX Daily noon-late. 5A Qianmachang Hutong (opposite Café Sambal), Jiugulou Dajie, Xicheng District (6401 3293) 西城区旧鼓楼大街前马厂胡同甲5号

Good for: Canadians, ice hockey nerds Also try: Ned’s, 12SQM

OCTOBER 2010

Daily 8pm-4am. 1/F, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan, Wudaokou, Haidian District (8286 3517) 海淀区五道口华清嘉园12号楼1层

You can’t blame the owners of this Wudaokou club for taking its cues from Propaganda. In size, layout and feel, Solutions is virtually identical to its neighbor. For now, Solutions is the less packed of the two, although the first-floor lounge and downstairs dance floor liven up on Thursdays when students flock to Ladies’ Night (three free drinks for girls). Tsingtaos and tequila shots are RMB 5 every day, with basic mixed drinks just RMB 10. Don’t assume that budget prices mean shoddy drinks, either. Solutions’ Sex on the Beach and Mai Tai (RMB 20) are the best mixed drinks you’ll find in Wudaokou, and they also blend up a pretty fine Baileys banana mocktail. This upstart seems destined for a bright future. Emma Li Good for: Students, decent but affordable drinks Also try: Propaganda, Mango Club

PHOTOS: SUI AND COURTSESY OF CHINA WORLD SUMMIT WING

Jiugulou, west of the Drum and Bell towers, has long been a go-to strip for spicy wings and frosty Tsingtao. This Canadian-run bar brings a new riff on this classic formula – Buffalo wings and Moosehead beer. “Boxy” it is, though the name presumably refers to the ice hockey the bar regularly screens. Or perhaps it’s what you’ll go home in if you consume too much of Quebec’s famous artery-clogging poutine (fries with cheese curds and beef gravy, RMB 30). Canada’s beloved Moosehead beer is RMB 28, a big mug of local draft just RMB 10, and cocktails RMB 25-35. The Buffalo wings, whose recipe is closely guarded by Canadian owner Arthur, are enhanced with a side order of chunky blue cheese sauce. Nearby hostels provide a backpacker crowd, who chink glasses late into the night with homesick Canucks and curious locals lured in by the Maple Leaf out front. Breakfast will be available soon. Tom O’Malley

SOLUTIONS

BAR OF THE MONTH

FUBAR T

he bar now snakes around two walls, and the balcony has been extended to link up with the elevated area at the back of the room. Behind the bar, Chad has added 30 new liquors, draft Carlsberg Ice, and Moosehead lager and pale ale. After a whirlwind three-day renovation, Fubar now feels complete. The style Party-loving cocktail bar The punters Young and not-so-young expats out for a good time

The music Pop and rock singalongs Go to Bump into everyone you know – and maybe make some new friends Drink Anything served in Chad’s ceramic Buddha glasses Most likely celebrity customer Seth Rogen If you like Fubar, you’ll probably like … 1F/2F, Salud (Nanluogu Xiang)

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TOMAZ HLADNIK ENOTECA HITS NALI by Iain Shaw

ith Enoteca moving from The Place to Nali Patio, we asked the wine bar’s boss, Tomaz Hladnik, what the move means for customers. Tell us about the new Enoteca. Better ambiance, bigger kitchen, and we have a nice proper winetasting table. The stress that we’re a wine bar is much more obvious. Also, we have toilets on site now – a huge relief.

PHOTOS: SUI AND JUDY ZHOU

Who designed it? Kupa Studios, who also did Mosto, Apothecary and Modo. Drinks? I don’t want to do cocktails, beers or anything that would be a step outside of the field we’re good at – wines. However, we’re expanding on all items derived from grapes (Cognac, Armagnac and Dubonnet) and getting stronger in champagnes.

Are you still continuing with the same promotions? Friday Wine Fever and live music on Wednesdays and Thursdays will continue. We’re thinking of adding a ladies night. Why does Sanlitun need Enoteca? There’s no real wine bar in Sanlitun. There are great restaurants with decent wine selections, but nobody is doing what we’re doing – importing our own wines and selling them at near-retail prices. Enoteca is now open in Nali Patio.

OCTOBER 2010

CLUBHOUSE

VINYL FANTASY KIKO SU ON YEN’S HALLOWEEN BASH by Iain Shaw

ow in its seventh year, Yen’s Fe t i s h H a l l o w e e n p a r t y remains one of Beijing’s most popular excuses to dress up sexy, scary and downright silly – sometimes all at the same time – come late October. Ditching my usual mild-mannered reporter persona, I donned my Superman costume to challenge Yen boss Kiko Su with a few questions on fetishism and what to look out for at this year’s Yen Halloween party.

Ever heard of anyone with a fetish for DJs? After DJs finish their sets, their headphones are usually dripping with sweat. I’ve heard of a person who tries to steal sweaty headphones from DJs. It’s been going on for years, and I – er, that person – has never been caught. Any fetishes of your own? Give us a hint? Vinyl. Is this vinyl records to play on turntables, or another kind? That I will not tell.

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What do you “I’VE HEARD OF A PERSON think when you hear the Tell us about WHO TRIES TO STEAL word “fetish”? this year’s Yen SWEATY HEADPHONES Before we Fetish. started the Yen For costumes, FROM DJS” Fetish par ties sk in is in. On in 2004, I would have thought of the music side, DJs will include leather catsuits or adults dressing Yang Bing, Usami, Blackie, X Lee and as babies. Now it’s associated with Ouyang. This year’s event will also what has become possibly the feature some new outrageous decor biggest Halloween event in Beijing, provided by local artists to spice up and one that our team is proud of. the 706 warehouse space. We’ll also It’s entertaining for the staff to see have our online costume contest what crazy costumes you get when the day after on Clubzone.cn, with mixing Halloween with a fetish vibe. some nice prizes. Anyone’s welcome, with their fetishes or costumes, as long as they respect Got your own costume ready for other guests. It’s always great fun. the party? I can’t reveal my costume yet, but What are the weirdest fetishes I can tell you that I’ll prepare my you’ve ever heard of? beard and hair to be as smooth Is latex cross-dressing mature midget and well-groomed as a world-class S&M still considered weird? We’ve putting green. seen all kinds of clothing fetishes on display over the years at Yen Fetish Spy Kiko’s costume at Yen Fetish Halloween, from very sexy to very Halloween on Oct 30. strange. The human imagination is truly amazing.

A DRINK WITH ...

MAXIME BUREAU

MASTERMIND

THE M AGENCY PUSHES THINGS FORWARD by Iain Shaw

s o n e o f t h e p ro m o t e r s behind BaiCai, co-owner of White Rabbit and a DJ in his own right, Maxime Bureau has hardly stopped to think since arriving in Beijing. Now he’s taken stock and decided to get serious, launching a full-blown events operation, The M Agency, with fellow promoter and long-time collaborator Milky Chi. Maxime told us how the pair plan to shape up nightlife in Beijing and beyond with their new venture.

Inspirations “In work, my biggest inspiration i s m y g r a n d m o t h e r, M a y d e Lencquesaing. She’s a winemaker, 86 years old with a Blackberry and still traveling the world.”

Truth and lies “In six years in China, I’ve learned to be very suspicious of big talkers. Truthful people are humble people – you discover through others how important they are. When within five minutes you already know every detail of somebody’s life, from his car to his limited edition watch, you know the guy is dodgy!”

Music “ The first thing I listen to in the morning is CNN. Last thing at night, I listen to my girlfriend, Caroline.”

Boys Noize “In October, we’re bringing Boys Noize over from Germany. He has been described

as ‘part of a new mongrel breed of techno artist, beaming a myriad of influences from the past through a prism to create something fresh.’” “Boys Noize’s music is like corn flakes in a White Russian. It’s the sound of urban life – pumping, quality, dirty electro. People with pacemakers, do not enter!”

The M Agency “BaiCai was a group of friends that wanted to bring DJs to China and have fun, but over the past four years M ilk y and I became ver y experienced. The obvious next step was to register a company, get organized and open in Shanghai.” “We want to hold at least four large-scale electro events per year in Beijing/Shanghai. We’re also planning an outdoor festival for summer 2011. As I ntro did marvelously well for techno music, M plans to do the same for electro. I’ve always been fascinated by how electro has drawn in so many other arts, like fashion and graphic design. Electro perfectly represents the urban culture we live in, and our festival will reflect that.” “Beijing will always be our base, but we also want to do events in Japan and Korea. We have the contacts over there; why not use them?” “I’d love to bring Phoenix and LCD Soundsystem to Beijing, finishing off with a banging set from 2 Many DJs! Or just the Daft Punks. Vive la France, haha!” The M Agency presents Boys Noize on Oct 16.

IS THIS BEIJING’S BRAINIEST BARTENDER? CONTESTANT: RICH AKERS, LUSH/PYRO/GUNG HO! SPECIALIST SUBJECT: COMIC BOOKS GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

The plot of the film Apocalypse Now was loosely based on which novel? Was loosely based on which novel? Oh God! I have no idea.

In which type of establishment did Colonel Sanders first sell his fried chicken? What kind of establishment? Errrm, it was a … oh my God, a motel or a truck stop? I don’t know, that’s what I’ll go with.

Which dinosaur’s name means “fast thief”? Fast thief. Ooohh … hmmm … I’ll say a raptor, maybe? Velociraptor.

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SPECIALIST SUBJECT

What is Superman’s Kryptonian name? Kal-El. Yep.

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What is the name of The Daily Bugle’s publisher? J. Jonah Jameson. Hold on, wait, wait, hold on. I’m just thinking. J. Jonah Jameson is Spiderman’s editor. Daily Bugle is Superman’s editor, which would be … No, I’ll stick with J. Jonah Jameson.

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What does the “DC” in DC Comics stand for? Detective Comics.

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In which decade was the first successful human heart transplant carried out? In which decade? Oh God. I’ll say the 1970s.

What was the name of the DC Comics superhero “team” (including Batman and Superman) whose series of comics was launched in the 1960s? I’m gonna say the JLA – the Justice League of America.

The name of which martial art literally means “empty hand”? Karate.

Who founded Marvel Comics in 1939? Stan Lee.

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FINAL SCORE: 6/10

Verdict: A near-flawless specialist subject round leaves Rich sitting top of the Beijing bar brains. If you want to congratulate him, he can be found playing solo Dungeons & Dragons in Lush most nights.

The fine gents at Vandergeeten will give a Stella Artois gift pack to the reader who tells us When is Solutions’ ladies’ night? Answers to editor@thebeijinger.com 1) Heart of Darkness 2) a gas station 3) velociraptor 4) 1960s 5) karate 6) Kal-El 7) J. Jonah Jameson 8) Detective Comics 9) Justice League of America 10) Martin Goodman Answers

OCTOBER 2010

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU AND COURTESY OF THE M AGENCY

WIN BEER!

MUSIC

HAVE YOU MET

WANDERLUST

This group of most ordinary-looking college students doesn’t have a clue about how to dress, but they know very well how to make their music stand out from a crowd. The Buzz A band which will never, ever go anywhere close to metal. Key Tracks “Jumping Cake,” “New TV” and “Film Star” They say: Synthesizer saves the world. We say: Chinese electric-post-rock version of Flight of the Conchords. See them at: Modern Sky Music festival on Oct 4 and D-22 on Oct 9

THE PLAYLIST

DID HE REALLY SING "BEAUTIFUL ONES"?

NEVER MISS A BEAT

DONNA RENAE

“Mack the Knife” by Bobby Darin A swinging song if ever there was one – Record of the Year in 1959. My father used to sing it to me when I was very young. Guess he couldn’t remember the words to “Rock-a-bye Baby.”

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS

MICHELLE DAI LIKES PEOPLE-WATCHING deally, it’ll be a beautiful sunny day with hot people walking around the park laughing and spilling dr inks, wear ing funny T-shirts, enormous sunglasses and weird hats. Forget about those dark caverns where it’s never bright enough to find your lighter, or you get suffocated because of the smoke – here you can stand or sit or lie wherever you like while enjoying the music, judging those you don’t like and, well, probably being judged too. Yeah, I’m talking about music festivals. They exploded in Beijing in 2010, though it’s not exaggerating to call some of them rubbish. OK, I’ll stop being cynical, since Haidian Park has never let me down. The MIDI music festival may have headed south to Zhenjiang this year, but the Modern Sky Music Festival will take over MIDI’s spot on October 2-4. They’re promising

to bring ex-Suede frontman Brett Anderson; they’ve also prepared a beautiful lineup of Chinese bands, including popsters New Pants, cheery Hedgehog, the illusionary Re-tros, the audacious SUBS and many, many more. For a full list, see my blog on www.thebeijinger.com. Across town on the same weekend, the World Cities Festival takes over Chaoyang Park. The stage is set for Chinese bands and musicians such as metal leaders Spring & Autumn, singer-songwriter Zheng Jun and pop -punks Reflector. Some of the confirmed international acts include thrashers Ill Niño, poprocky Rooney from the US and Smash Up from Japan. Many big names from the ’80s or early ’90s have returned to the stage or gotten more active this year. One of them is Faye Wong. After being nagged by the media for almost a year, she’ll be doing three concerts

at the end of the month. Remember how she once told an excited audience to be quiet because they were “disturbing” her “singing”? Maybe the crowd will be dead silent this time around. Sadly, actor Jia Hongsheng will never make a comeback. Though he took his own life in July, he remains admired by many young C h i n e s e m u s i c i a n s . To d a y i s Autumn and two other bands will get together on October 22 to celebrate his life and work. Alright, bands, move on and cherish the present. Hang on the Box is officially reunited. Sorry, not quite: Only Gia remains but she’s found some new girls to complete the lineup. The celebration (Oct 23) takes place at MAO Livehouse, the same venue where the breakup was announced three years ago. See them – they used to be a big deal once upon a time.

“Blood on the Rooftops” by Genesis Go ahead and diss Phil Collins and Genesis post-Peter Gabriel, but this song so eloquently captures the dreariness of 1970s Britain it’s spooky. Still gives me shivers when I hear it. “I Am the Highway” by Audioslave The older I get and the further I roam, the more I identify with the lyrics. This and “Like a Rolling Stone.” “Lover, You Should’ve Come Over” by Jeff Buckley Don’t talk to me about how talented this guy was – I was into him while he was still breathing. He’s the tear that hangs inside my soul forever. Well, one of them, anyway. “ Wi n d s w e p t ” b y B r y a n Fe r r y Sexiest song on Earth by the sexiest man on Earth. Donna Renae is the drummer and co-founder of Girls Are Waiting to Meet You.

OCTOBER 2010

REVIEWS

LIVEHOUSE

FLIGHT OF DELUSION 妄游记 GUAI LI 怪力 Some believe a debut album should set the tone for your future sound, but it also doesn’t hurt to wander a little before settling for good. (Otherwise, how would we have ever found out that Peter Gabriel could actually sing?) With Guai Li, I’ve always been suspicious about whether they would be able to transfer their wild stage charm into studio recordings. In Flight of Delusion, the band sounds completely different from their live sets. Moving away from their punk roots, Wen Jun and her mates have mixed indie rock, garage rock, and even shoegazing in a cover of Kraftwerk’s “The Model.” Certainly confusing, but also worth celebrating: a Beijing band nowadays that doesn’t sound like “post-punk.” Wang Ge Standout tracks: “Flight of Delusion,” “Be Cool,” “Devil Rabbit” Like this? Try ... Modest Mouse, early U2 (when Bono still wore brown sunglasses)

ASIAN RIVER HUALUN 花伦 While many bands struggle with their charmless vocals, the lack of human voice is Hualun’s advantage. This postrock band from Wuhan, which has been called China’s “punk city,” stands out with its quietness. Guitarists Ding Mao and Zhu Mingkang and bass player Liu Jia formed the band in 2004; they had released only one album before signing with Modern Sky last year. So Hualun has now produced seven new songs and packed them in a well-designed case. However, one wonders if the anticipation of the album release and tour has affected the pureness of their music. It still sounds like flowing water, just like their old songs, but it’s lost its magic power to drag you into the weirdest daydream. Michelle Dai Standout tracks: “Memory Tunnel (记忆隧道),” “Tourist in Shanghai (上海观光客)” Like this? Try ... Mono (Japan), Wang Wen (惘闻)

EVERYTHING EVERYTHING MAN ALIVE A friend of mine was recently bemoaning the lack of new, exciting bands that had talent and were creating something different. This review is partly a riposte to him, and partly because Man Alive recently blew me away in a half-empty tent at Leeds Festival, at lunchtime. They defy pigeonholing, but then, any lysergic, ass-shaking Elbow complete with beats and odd synth noises would. And they’re different. And fun. From the off, album opener “MY KZ, UR BF” is a high-energy romp. This doesn’t really let up over the course of the 12 tracks, although the falsetto can grate after a while. Back to my moaning, mystery friend: It was Paul Gallagher – yes, the one with the more famous and talented siblings. How ironic … Mike Robinson Standout track: “Photoshop Handsome” Like this? Try … Super Furry Animals, Wild Beasts, Flaming Lips

TOMORROW MORNING EELS

Standout tracks: “Baby Loves Me,” “Looking Up” Like this? Try ... Kula Shaker, Blur

OCTOBER 2010

ODD-GIRL-OUT PUPI’S IDEAL LIFE by Michelle Dai

uangzhou girl Pupi came to Beijing three years ago on her own following the musical flow. Soon after, she formed the band Bigger Bang. It didn’t take long for the follower to start leading. Here, she shares her feelings about music and life.

business with my friends, which is not quite formal either. We all have to do something to earn money, after all.

Who have you been listening to lately? The 11 songs from Foals’ new album Total Life Forever has been the only Many musicians leave their music on my MP3 player for the hometowns to come to Beijing. whole summer. To me, real music Why? is music you’ll never get bored of. I think it ’s natural. I have local The world is moving too fast – some Beijing friends going to other cities music may sound good, but only for other reasons; ever ybody is good enough to use as the backtrying to choose a suitable lifestyle. ground for dancing. I also like Leonard Cohen Why is it that so “REAL MUSIC IS MUSIC a lot. many Chinese YOU WILL NEVER GET bands sound What goals similar to have you not BORED OF” Western bands? achieved yet? I believe that nobody wanted to Too many things, such as traveling copy others in the first place. Rock to as many places as possible. I want music is originally from the West. to travel with my parents, want to When Chinese bands searched for have babies, want to help more their path, Western music was the people, want to change the world. only standard to compare with. Or at least make an effort to change There’s a lot of catch-up for Chinese the world. bands to do. I think this problem is temporary – we will grow evenDescribe your ideal life. tually. I’m living it now. Most dreams I had when I was a kid have come true. What’s your “proper” job? I think more of them will come true I ’m n o t s u r e a b o u t t h e t e r m in the future. Enough is as good as “proper” job. To me, music is the a feast. most important of the “things I should do” for now, but I don’t see it Bigger Bang explodes at Modern Sky as a job. If you’re talking about how I Music Festival on Oct 3. make a living, I’m involved in a small

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With the release of their third album in 15 months, the Eels have completed their concept album trilogy. One hopes the experience has helped Mark Everett release the disappointments that the world has piled upon him. When I first listened to Tomorrow Morning, the only newness seemed to be the addition of more electric elements. However, when compared with the bitter rainy forest of the Eels’ old works, this album’s rhythms and melodies (especially in the attached EP in the 2-CD edition) have stopped the rain and revealed the sky. One song even tells us repeatedly that he’s “looking up,” though in general the lyrics are still rather dark for an album that Everett has called “the redemption.” Mr. Sadness may still take his coffee black and cynical, but at least he’s mixed in some cream and sugar. Michelle Dai

THE BANG GANG

STYLE

LOOSE CHANGE FRESH OUT THE BOX Spanish chain store Zara is expanding into Shuangjing’s Viva Plaza early this month – right in time for us to admire their new line of men’s accessories. Stradivarius, Zara’s smaller sister brand, is breaking into the Beijing scene with its first store in U-Town Lifestyle Center. It offers Zara’s edgy styles, but with quality and prices more on par with Bershka’s.

Hipster favorite Lazy Sunday, following the success of its other two branches, has just opened up a store in Sanlitun Soho. Check out their fresh stock of vintage sunglasses, oxford shoes and retro clothing. Shanghai-based streetwear company The Thing has also decided to spread its funky, affordable apparel into Sanlitun Village. Pick up an artist tee or porkpie hat to add some local flair to your closet. Bread n Butter is opening up shops faster than we can keep track. By the time this goes out to print, the Village will house the label’s tenth location in Beijing.

VOGUE CHINA'S BEST OF FIVE GALLERY

STYLE-PHILE

TIFFANY WANG APPLAUDS THE RETURN OF MORALITY

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF VOGUE CHINA, INDITEX CHINA AND UCCA

ow, is Dov Charney a sleazeball or what? A m e r i c a n A p p a r e l ’s adver tisements of young gir ls in compromising positions have creeped us out for years, and yet a good number of us continued to patronize his business anyway. (Guilty as charged.) But no more. The public has finally recoiled from American Apparel in these bleak economic times, leaving the brand mired in debt and with hundreds of its stores slated to shut down. Before local hipsters panic, though, their PR has already reassured me that the Beijing branches are safe. Let’s hope that the company drops the pervy owner and restores its image, so we can once again shop there without guilt. By the way, not all creative directors are quite so repulsive – or even repulsive at all. Take ChineseAmerican designer Phillip Lim,

for instance, who is committed to achieving the perfect blend of elegance, pragmatism and accessibility in his line 3.1 Phillip Lim. He deserves special mention not only for his talent and good behavior, but also because he’ll be coming to Beijing! You’ll have the chance to meet him yourself at Lane Crawford’s instore cocktail party on October 15, which will feature his latest artistic collaboration with four independent film makers. See our event listings for more information. Beijing is attracting more highend designers than even we can keep track of. Last month, the Cultural and Education Section of the British Embassy invited luxury shoe designer Georgina Goodman to tell the inspiring story of her rise to success. Her creations, once lauded by Manolo Blahnik as “the future of footwear,” are not yet widely available in Beijing, but Goodman

noted that she’d like to collaborate with potential Chinese partners in the future. Her statement simply echoes that of many other big names i n t h e i n d u s t r y. A s M e i Pi n g Doer y of NC.Style points out, China’s consumers are becoming increasingly informed, and the outside world knows it (see p54). While Beijing has always been renowned for its budget stores and bargain shopping, we’re now seeing more and more proof that its luxury market is also expanding. All that extra money we’ll be spending on incoming high-fashion labels makes us even more thankful for the Yashows and Silk Markets around town. Especially now that Halloween is rolling around – those places are goldmines for cheap costumes. Stay tuned for my list of places to shop for scary gear, to be published on www.thebeijinger.com.

H&M’s next designer collaboration is with fashion insiders’ favorite brand Lanvin. The collection will be revealed on Nov 2 via a film on www.hm.com, three weeks before the actual release date on November 23. Available only at select branches; stay tuned for more details next month.

DEALS & STEALS Plastered T-shirts has just launched a polo shirt collection, so you can sport their clothes not only on the weekends, but in the office too. The UCCA Store now carries two signature limited-edition helmets co-designed by Les Ateliers Busy and Karl Lagerfeld.

Levi’s is targeting the Chinese market by launching a China-specific line of denim called Denizen – a play on the words “denim” and “zen” – that will range from RMB 270-400, significantly lower than the standard price of RMB 700. NLGX is now offering a 15-30 percent discount on last season’s collection, making way for its brand new Fall/ Winter 2010 hoodies.

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WHAT’S NEW SHOPS FULLY FURNISHED

HERBORIST SPA Daily 10am-10pm. Bldg 8, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (6416 5962, 6416 5179) www.herborist-spa.com 朝阳区三里屯北路19号三里屯Village南区8号楼S8-33

CASA PAGODA Mon-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat-Sun 11am-8pm. 6 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District (6591 5922) www.casapagoda.com 朝阳区三里屯南路6号

Imagine high-quality furniture dashed with history, color and European memorabilia. It sounds messy, yet manages to convey a sense of familiarity and style. No wonder it’s already taken off in Shanghai, Moscow and Bangkok. This new three-story space in Sanlitun marks Casa Pagoda’s first tentative step towards expanding into Beijing. The first floor is occupied mostly by retro accessories, with binoculars, placemats and trays bearing vintage-style ads and logos. The playlist of seductive jazz tunes reminds me of

another era, giving me a newfound appreciation for their aged leather couches (from RMB 1,490) and pop art. Some of the furniture costs tens of thousands of kuai, but there are also many affordable accessories, including scented candles (RMB 79) and colorful doormats (RMB 119). Hooray for well-priced designs that are unabashedly unique – perfect for injecting some whimsical spirit into our homes. Tiffany Wang

Herborist Spa is a fusion of modern spa and Chinese traditional healthcare center. Its moist air, soft music and draped curtains make it easy to unwind. But while the ambiance resembles your typical Western spa – with essential oils perfuming the halls and slim iPods releasing calm music in every room – you’ll be reminded of the pervading Eastern influence during the actual massage. Try any one of Herborist’s famous “one-finger skill massages,” inspired by TCM acupuncture techniques. For those unwilling to submit themselves to winceworthy sessions, this mint-green oasis also offers a wide variety of facial spa treatments (RMB 300-880). Be sure to try the sweet bean congee and specially brewed tea served afterwards, to replenish your body before trekking back out to the mayhem of The Village. Hannah Leung Also try: The Meridian

Also try: Lily’s Antiques

VEGA ZAISHI WANG Daily noon-9pm. Unit 662, B/1F, Bldg 6 (across from Tony Studio), Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (5900 2279) www.vegazaishiwang.com 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho6号楼地下1层662店

BRAND NEW CHINA

Known as the Chinese Oprah, media mogul Hong Huang has set out to dismantle all negative associations with the phrase “Made in China.” Was it difficult for her to fill an entire store with wares that are not only domestically produced but also high quality? Apparently not. Pulling from over 150 designers, BNC successfully showcases the variety of China, from modern and kitschy brands (NLGX, Plastered T-shirts, mkrt) to high-fashion elegance ( Vega Zaishi Wang, Non Season, He Yan). A modest range of home furnishings and accessories further jazzes up their selection. Keep

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an eye out for Uma Wang’s grandfather sweaters and Wei Ming Hui’s eco-fashion ties. For more traditional Chinese flavor, turn to Huang Yichuan’s delicate jewelry (RMB 1,300-3,000) based on Ming dynasty blue-and-white porcelain. The store’s factory appearance indicates that BNC, just like China’s fashion industry, is still in the making. But the quality stock within proves that Chinese designers will establish their places in the world in no time. Tiffany Wang Also try: Dong Liang Studio

Also try: Surfin’ Bird, Lane Crawford

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU, SUI AND COURTESY OF BNC AND VEGA ZAISHI WANG

Daily 11am-7pm. NLG-09A, B1/F, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (6416 9045) 朝阳区三里屯北路11号三里屯Village北区地下1层NLG-09A单元

Vega Zaishi Wang once confided to me that she wanted her own space to “let customers know what their designer is like, even past the clothes.” Her new boutique reflects her commitment to that philosophy, featuring quirky antique trinkets, custom-made clothing racks and modern street lamps. Dressmaking tools function seamlessly as décor, the oversized scissors and spools of thread serving as artful reminders that her clothing is all laborintensive and handmade. Run your hands through the chiffon blouses, fringed blazers and silk drape dresses, and admire their detailing: cutesy sweetheart cuts toughened up with sheer sleeves, youthful Peter Pan collars balanced by sharp shoulders. The few accessories available are flying off the shelves – the studded leather pouch bag (RMB 590) has already been labeled a “classic.” Who knows? Vega Wang might be next. Tiffany Wang

INSPECT A GADGET GADGETS OF THE MONTH LACIE IAMAKEY

The eye-catching design gives this memory stick a sense of reliability and security. You can certainly rest easy knowing that the connector is both water- and scratchresistant. Available in 4GB, 8GB and 16GB models. RMB 190-560* (4GB-16GB) ➊

PHILIPS PORTABLE SPEAKER 3000

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This one-piece speaker is ideal for mobile use. The line-in cable can be used as a lanyard strap worn on the arm or attached to a bag. With its 3.5mm jack, the speaker system can connect to practically all portable multimedia devices. RMB 239*

REVO HERITAGE DIGITAL RADIO

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In addition to DAB, DAB+, FM and Wi-Fi Internet radio, this gadget also streams wireless audio from PCs and has an iPod dock and a USB slot for plug-and-play audio. Its vintage design includes real walnut veneer. RMB 3,000*

IPOD TOUCH 4

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This e-book reader features a 6-inch touchscreen and supports a wide range of text and image formats. Pensive readers can choose to input text or make annotations with either the digital keyboard or a stylus. RMB 2,180*

The newest iPod Touch features Apple’s Retina display, dual cameras, the FaceTime function and more. In a nutshell, it’s an iPhone 4 without the actual phone function. RMB 1,798-3,198 (8GB-64GB) Availability (see details for Apple Store, below) ➎

* Available on Taobao.com

PORTABLE ELEGANCE by Joey Guo APPLE MACBOOK PRO 13

DELL ADAMO XPS NOTEBOOK This innovative design cleverly fits the keyboard inside the display when closed and thus achieves a thinness of 9.99mm. Adamo features a 13.4-inch wide screen display, up to 1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 4GB memory, a 128GB solid state drive and battery life of more than five hours when fully charged. It weighs 1.44kg.

The recently upgraded 13-inch Macbook Pro packs more power in its durable one-piece aluminum enclosure. It features a 2.4/2.66GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 4GB memory, a hard drive of up to 320GB and comes with an SD card slot. The battery lasts up to ten hours on a full charge. And it runs Windows too. www.apple.com.cn RMB 9,488 Apple Store. Bldg 6, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (6419 8900) 朝阳区三里屯北路 19 号院三里屯 Village 南区6 号楼

RMB 23,000 Order at www.dell.com.cn or call 800 858 0636

SONY VAIO X13 It’s sleek, thin and lightweight. This 11-inch netbook is equipped with 2GB memory and a solid state drive ranging up to 256GB; The highest model even sports a built-in 3G module. It’s about half the weight of the Macbook Air; you can hardly feel its weight when carrying it around. Available in black, silver, pink and champagne. www.sony.com.cn RMB 9,499-13,699 S o ny S t o re L 3 3 0 , 3 / F, S o u t h Bldg, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District (6587 1350) 朝阳区光华路9号世贸天阶南街3层L330

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FASHION FIVE-OH

TRICK, TRICK, TREAT

“Hi guys, I can’t wait for Halloween. I’ve a brilliant costume idea.” “That’s what you said last year.” “Well, this time’s different.” “How’s that?” “I’m going as ... wait for it ... Teen Wolf.”

HALLOWEEN HAUTE COUTURE?

by Jonathan White

alloween is the most important holiday in the world in the fashion stakes. Masquerade allows everyone to explore their wilder side in a way that reindeer-motif knitwear or New Year’s finery does not. If you want to be a lion, a witch or even a wardrobe, then you can. That’s not to say that every look is a winner. Oh, no … I, like all normal children, wanted to be a comic book villain. This is megalomaniac chic at its zenith – a look to die for (an elaborately theatrical death, no doubt). Cane, pipe and boney hand are good but the saucy nurse henchman is the musthave accessory this season. There is a fine line between an homage to a movie killer and looking like a touring French mime troupe. It’s hard to tell which side of that line this outfit comes down on, but those gloves scream murderer more so than man-climbing-invisible-ladder.

It is often said that women love a man in uniform. Common sense suggests that women do not love the addition of a balaclava helmet. Top marks for coming off as authentic SWAT personnel, but a dunce’s hat for crossing the line between being a bit dangerous and an arrest warrant.

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” We’ve all been asked that. Who hasn’t answered: “A racecar-driving astronaut who moonlights as a vet while finding time to summer in St. Tropez and bring a pennant to the Knicks.” This guy lives that. “Get down to the mask store – it’s two-for-one on all stock.” When you hear advice like that, you have to take it. Thank goodness this pair did. Then they had the good sense to add a touch of the imperial for a look that’s cooler than hypothermia.

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Robots in disguise, they say? Really? Athletic wear is not much of a disguise. Mind you, if you’re a robot as good-looking as that, why would you want to turn into a truck when you could kick back in comfort?

Confectionary has not made the inroads into the world’s fashion houses that it deserves. (Perhaps understandable, as models don’t eat.) This is what gummi bear chic would look like. A nice look, but how do you drink your gummiberry juice?

Costume party. Two words which strike fear into the hearts of those who prefer functional clothing and comfortable shoes. I’m on the fence on this look. Is it one outfit shared by both of them? If so, then it’s awesome. If not, then it’s just another example of what’s wrong with the youth of today.

Retro is a difficult one to pull off. Some looks are classic and some should be confined to the era when they were inexplicably popularized. To surmise, dungarees and moustaches are timeless but neon new rave is not.

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GET THE LOOK Knittedslouchsweater. RMB 423. Topshop

Cinched waist dress. RMB499.LazySunday

Lace crop tee. RMB 299. H&M Washedmilitaryshirt. RMB 296. Topshop

Structured dress. RMB1,480.NonSeason

CAMEL’S BACK by Tiffany Wang

Double-breastedmilitarycoat. RMB 799. H&M

ur new seasonal palette demands that we swap black for camel – its honey-toned hues, from nude to butterscotch, impart luxury to any outfit. I know what some of you are thinking, and yes, camel can look outdated and drab. Personally, it reminds me of stuffy old men’s jackets. But if worn correctly, it can also hark back to classic Hollywood glamour. Michael Kors describes camel as “indulgent like winter white, but [with] the pragmatism of gray and black.” He explores the color in all its finest forms: chunky knits, wrap shirts, suede skirts, draping trousers, slouchy bags and – fall’s most crucial camel staple of all – long coats. But you needn’t splurge on one of his pieces to look rich. Just aim for lush fabrics and chic cuts. Leather,

cashmere and wool are the popular options at the moment, but cheaper alter natives – lik e cotton and polyester – work just as well, as long as the fit is right. Of course, you can always justify an exorbitant price tag on a camel item. The color is timeless – a fitted coat or dress could last you for d e c a d e s – a n d a l s o p e r fe c t l y complements the other shades of the season (e.g. red, military-green, gray and denim). If you’re still confused, just think of camel as the new black. It matches with everything the same way, only better – at least for these upcoming months. And do ignore that nonsense about how mixing brown and black is fashion taboo; real stylistas don’t give a damn about that rule, and neither should you.

Slouch suede bag. RMB 999. Zara

ATELIER

MEI PING DOERY by Tiffany Wang

I don’t think people should take fashion too seriously. Have fun with it and use it as a creative channel to express yourself. There is a strong focus on fast fashion in China. I would like to see consumers become more aware of quality and style rather than trends and fads.

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Many of the large UK fashion houses are steeped in history and have a much more classic approach to fashion, reinterpreting classic themes and designs. As Japanese designers don’t have the same history to relate to, there is more of a trend in recreating and drawing inspiration from modern culture, as well as traditional Japanese culture, of course. The media are gradually becoming more inter national, educating Chinese consumers and influencing their purchasing decisions. My favorite fall trend this year is aviator. Especially because I know if I invest in an aviator jacket now I will still be able to use it in ten years’ time. I love the luxury of having such accessible tailor-made clothing here

so I actually make frequent trips to the Muxiyuan fabric market to buy beautiful silks and cashmeres. Considering how fashion was only introduced to the Chinese market 15 years ago, China has really moved in leaps and bounds. I know it sounds pretty radical, but I believe in 20

years China will be one of the major fashion hubs of the world. N C . S t y l e. D a i l y 1 0 a m - 6 . 3 0 p m . E109, Bldg 8, 46 Fangjia Hutong ( just south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District (8404 8268/6908) www.fashion555.com

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU AND COURTESY OF H&M, JOYCE, LAZY SUNDAY, NON SEASON, TOPSHOP AND ZARA

ussie Mei Ping works in Beijing as the International Business Development Manager at NC.Style, China’s first fashion consultancy to locally manage foreign luxury brands. We were staggered by how well-informed she is about Beijing’s fashion scene – but we’d expect nothing less from someone who has been actively involved in the retail and styling industry for the past six years. We asked her to comment on shifting trends in the domestic market.

+ ARTS CULTURE SNAPSHOTS ART

The nice people at Smarter Than Car have joined forces with UCCA once again for the third annual Biking to the Arts ride. The event is exactly what its name would suggest: a leisurely cycling trip with a gallery as the destination. The ride begins in Gulou – the square in between the Drum and Bell Towers, handily near the rental bikes for those who are not already availed of two wheels – and finishes up in the CBD at the Today Art Museum, near Guomao. Your reward for finishing the trek is a nice cold beer and some company as you scope out the exhibitions. Be ready to go at 2pm on October 2.

CINEMA

LANG LANG PONDERS WHAT CHOPIN WOULD BE DOING IF HE WERE STILL ALIVE

ART ATTACK

JONATHAN WHITE IS CULTURED LIKE A MO’FO

ow do you explain the whole world of arts and culture events that go on ever y month? I never realized how many there were until now, and I preferred it when I was ignorant. I remain somewhat ignorant when it comes to what they actually entail but I am not so in the dark as to not know who Lang Lang is. He’s in town to open the 13th Beijing Music Festival on October 11, where he’ll also be paying tribute to Chopin, marking two centuries since the Polish composer’s birth. This is the hottest ticket in town this month – if you don’t have one by now, then expect to pay a pretty penny for the pianist’s performance. Good luck. Yes, if he were alive, Chopin would be celebrating the big 2-0-0 this year, but given that his birthday’s in March, doesn’t it feel a little strange

to keep the party going through October? A more accurate tribute this month honors John Lennon, the bed-favoring Liverpudlian songsmith. The ex-Beatle was born 70 years ago this month and, while he might not be here, his music lives on in the fitting form of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra performing from his songbook on October 19. As yet there has been no word on whether they plan to perform any Wings-era McCartney in the future. Whatever else you might say about the Beatles, their music is certainly popular. People often forget that operas and stage plays used to be wildly popular entertainment for the masses as well. This month, you can weep at Shakespeare’s controversial interracial tragedy (Othello on Oct 15-17), thrill to

Mozart’s lusty revenge fantasies (Don Giovanni on Oct 1) and breathe heavily at Handel’s sexually explicit Hellenism (Semele on Oct 24). Now if opera and theater are not down with the kids, then I don’t what is. Actually, I do know what the kids like. It’s streetdance – the urban youth love that (according to all of those straight-to-DVD films, anyway). See it for yourself on Oct 22. They like street art too – see why at “Graffitis and Stencils of Paris” (Oct 5-30). If all of that has proved too lowbrow for you, there’s news of an upcoming auction. Beijing-based Forever, Christie’s trademark licensee in China, will hold its debut sale for its new Chinese 20th Century and Contemporary Art department. It might be time for you to give that piggy bank a shakedown.

Inception, Inception, Inception. It’s all you’ll hear from cinemagoers at the moment. That might not change for a while – if the longevity of Avatar’s popularity at the Chinese box office is any indication – but there are two notable new openings this month. The first is Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps on October 15 and that ’s followed by Resident Evil: Afterlife on October 23. Shia LaBouef and Wentworth Miller as the respective male leads could both make bank in Beijing. More notable still is that October 28 is International Day of Animation. The Alliance Française hosts a talk from CAFA’s Professor Li that evening before a night of classic animation films.

IN PRINT

Pu b l i s h i n g h o u s e Pe n g u i n w i l l be celebrating its five-year China anniversary this month. They have collaborated with The Bookworm and a host of local authors to see that the occasion is marked suitably. A series of lunchtime talks will kick off this month; each speaker, a prominent writer in his or her own right, will discuss their favorite Penguin Classic (see Feature, p56). Hong Ying will discuss Paul Celan (Oct 8), and Janice Y K Lee holds forth on Jane Austen (Oct 22). Anyway, it’s a much better lunchtime activity than drinking baijiu. Beijingers, free yourselves from the shackles of your desks.

STAGE

Next month will be a bonanza for Beijing stage fans. The Dutch National Ballet brings their take on Don Quixote to the NCPA on November 17-18. They are also showcasing their new contemporary ballet, Moving Rooms, on November 19 and 20. The NCPA is also showing its version of Puccini’s Turandot from November 25-28. Elsewhere, the Edinburgh Festival Britain Highlights 2010 program continues with One Small Step. Catch the drama of the US-Soviet space race from November 17-27.

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IN PRINT FEATURE

BOOKSHELF

ZHAO DAYONG FILMMAKER

Which book on your shelf has the most sentimental value for you? How to Get Pregnant. Whose bookshelf would you most like a peek at? That would be Chairman Mao’s.

PENGUIN SUITED CELEBRATING FIVE YEARS IN CHINA by Anthony Tao

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Name a book that changed your life. No book has ever changed my life. From an early age I’ve had a strong conviction that everything in our books is ideological nonsense. Have you ever judged a book by its cover? No way! I make it my business to look behind things.

What’s the last book you read? That would be Tombstone, which I bought recently in Hong Kong. What books did you hide before we came around? The one I haven’t finished writing yet. If somebody were only to read one book about China, it should be ... I don’t know. What is “China”? What book do you pretend to have read, but haven’t really? That question is totally against my nature. What reason should anyone have to pretend? Zhao Dayong’s film The High Life will be screening at a film festival in October; details at www.lixianting. com. Zhao’s back catalog is available at www.dgeneratefilms.com.

What’s the last book that you bought? Tombstone (墓碑), Yang Jisheng’s

PHOTOS: PENGUIN AND DAVID DANDURSKI

hen China began relaxing without an office on the mainland), regulations for foreign which was just enough to establish publishers about eight a strategic advantage among Chinese years ago, executives at Penguin readers. Although the company’s Group, one of the world’s largest biggest coup to date was securing, publishing houses, quickly caught in multiple languages, the rights the China-market bug that had to Jiang Rong’s Wolf Totem (it took bitten so many franchises before a record-breaking advance to do them. They had to get in. So it was so, but the book has reportedly that in 2005, Penguin established an become the world’s best-selling office in Beijing, becoming the first Chinese novel in English), the of the publishing world’s “Big Six” to Chinese consumer remains central commit to Chinese-Western literary to Penguin’s long-term plan. diffusion from the ground. According to Jo Lusby, the We tell you this because you’re managing director of Penguin China, about to hear a lot more from about half of the English-language Penguin this titles sold here m o n t h , i f yo u “CHINESE READERS SEEK are purchased by haven’t already. Chinese readers. INTROSPECTION, AND To commemo Penguin is the CLASSICS PROVIDE rate its fifth only Wester n anniversar y, SPACE FOR REFLECTION” p u b l i s h i n g Penguin China house with a is offering several promotions and Chinese-language website, and reader events, an arch way of letting its book club, Penguin Feathers, everyone in the industry know that mostly comprises Chinese although it isn’t the oldest publishing r e a d e r s . Tr a n s l a t e d W e s t e r n house and, by most metrics, not c l a s s i c s ( Pe n g u i n’s fo r t e ) a re quite the biggest, it was the first especially popular. “ There is a international publisher to enter the desire for anchors, for what stays world’s biggest market. the same – people don’t only want This month’s flagship event is a to read about change,” Lusby says. series of lunchtime book talks at the “Chinese readers seek introspection, Bookworm. Five authors (Hong Ying, and classics provide space for Janice YK Lee, Jonathan Fenby and reflection. They are the rock in the Paul French have confirmed) will stream that water flows around.” speak about their favorite Penguin That metaphor could also Classics, such as Jane Austen’s Emma describe how Penguin sees its (Lee’s talk) and Man’s Fate by Andre presence in China. They’re now Malraux (chosen by French, who anchored here, lurching with the called Penguin “one of the best current but also influencing the brands in the world” at a Bookworm flow as they look ahead to the next party last month). five years. Penguin had a one-year head start on its competitors (Simon & The author talks are scheduled for Schuster and Macmillan are the every other Friday between Oct 8only two among the Big Six still Dec 3 at The Bookworm.

What’s your favorite book from childhood? Sorry! When I was little, all I read we re t h o s e c h i l d re n’s c o m i c s. I d e v o u r e d s o m a n y t h a t i t ’s impossible to remember.

book about China’s Great Starvation.

SPORTS

THE BUZZER The Mellowparks.cn crew is back with another movie. The project – which was filmed throughout last winter – is called Hu Am I? and it looks set to be a cracker. Even better, to celebrate the film’s release they are throwing one of their wild parties, in association with The Source. They say that there will be free beer and giveaways and we believe them. Keep October 23 free – we’ll have more info on the party’s whereabouts soon at www. thebeijinger.com. To celebrate the 53rd Malaysian National Day, the Malaysian Chamber of Commerce – along with the support of the Malaysian Embassy – has organized a golf day on October 14 at Hua Tang Golf Club. The event costs RMB 1,000 for those who are not members of the chamber but anyone who gets a hole-in-one is guaranteed a Mercedes-Benz and plane tickets to Kuala Lumpur. Give it a shot – if you’re only ever going to get one hole-inone, you might as well make sure that you get more out of it than a good story to tell the grandchildren.

WILL YAO MING GET SUITED UP FOR THE ROCKETS IN BEIJING THIS MONTH?

TALKING BALLS

JONATHAN WHITE IS FEELING OVERWHELMED

PHOTO: NBA

umper. That’s the only way to describe this month of sport. We’re absolutely spoiled for choice in a manner that we probably shouldn’t get accustomed to, so enjoy it while it lasts. Yao Ming is without argument the biggest name in Chinese sports and he’s in town with his teammates from the Houston Rockets. The Texans take on the New Jersey Nets – until recently the home of fellow Chinese star Yi Jianlin – in Beijing’s annual NBA preseason encounter on October 13. Whether or not Yao will actually take the court remains in some doubt; the big fella is still recovering from the ankle injury that confined him to the stands for much of the last season. But the signs are encouraging and it would be surprising if Yao didn’t at least suit up for a token run out. The China Open brings more Chinese stars to our fair city in the shape of Li Na, Peng Shuai and Jie

Zheng. Joining them in the quest for tennis glory (and a hefty pay packet to boot) will be the cream of international tennis. You can catch the likes of Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray and Serena Williams at the National Tennis Center until October 10. See Feature, p58. Beijing Guoan have not given up the ghost yet in their hope to s e c u re a n A F C C h a m p i o n s’ League spot. The Mighty Greens (admittedly, a nickname better suited to champions than this season’s stuttering soccer squad) have two games at Workers’ Stadium. China’s most illustrious football team, Dalian, visit on October 27 but first up are sworn enemies and local rivals Tianjin on October 17. A word of advice for those who speak with a Tianjin accent would be to avoid Gongti that evening. The Beijing Sailing Centre’s Great Wall Charity Challenge also

takes place this month. The call for foolhardy fun-seekers has ended, but anyone who wants the pleasure of enjoying a 40km sail and 10km run can do so vicariously by opting for one of the spectator packages. It’s all for a good cause – in this case, the Roundabout charity. Throw in enough booze to make a pirate legless, plus the chance to try sailing yourself on the Sunday, and it’s a super weekend on offer. Full details at www.beijingsailingcentre.com. Elsewhere, there’s a new season of ClubFootball 5-a-side kicking off and plenty more ongoing amateur sport to be joining in. Finally, if you prefer your sport delivered to you on your sofa or barstool, there’s Champions’ League and European domestic leagues in soccer, the start of the NBA and NHL seasons and the continuation of the NFL season. Oh, and for those who don’t really like sport at all, there’s motor racing.

If you like the Olympics but are not bothered as to the whole world being included, get into the Commonwealth Games. This year they are being held in Delhi, so the time difference will mean that they are still watchable without you having to disrupt your sleep patterns. Catch Commonwealth new boys Rwanda’s attempts to get their first medal from October 3-14. Li Ning have added Evan Turner to a roster that already includes Shaq and Baron Davis. Turner, for those that don’t know, is this year’s NCAA National Player of the Year; he has just joined the Philadelphia 76ers as the NBA’s second overall draft pick. The future looks bright for this young man and with it so do Li Ning’s hopes of becoming a global sportswear powerhouse. Figure -sk ating sensations Shen Xue and Zhao Hongbo celebrated their marriage with a rink-based spectacular at Capital Gymnasium last month. And what’s a Chinese wedding without hongbao? The gold medalwinning pair stuffed their pockets to the tune of RMB 10 million. Last month was not without its CSL scandal. Exhibit A was former CFA president, Xie Yalong, and the association’s former technical director, Wei Shaohui, being taken in for questioning in the ongoing illicit betting probe. Exhibit B was Chongqing threatening to pull out of the league unless the CFA punished either Qingdao’s Zheng Long or the referee for the beer town man’s stamp during a recent match.

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Q&A

FEATURE

HARDLY HARDBALL

BEIJING SOFTBALL TAKES BACK SUNDAY

f you like your Sundays with hot dogs, beer, shortstops, line drives and home runs, there’s a sport for you right here in Beijing. The Beijing Softball League (BSL) is the city’s premier bat sports organization. For the uninitiated, softball is a lot like baseball. Actually, we weren’t sure, so we had to ask them. What’s the difference between softball and baseball (and, ahem, rounders)? Probably too many for this interview.

IT’S WIDE OPEN IS THIS CHINA’S WOMEN’S YEAR? by Jonathan White

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Does the Beijing Softball League have those incredibly sharp uniforms? Definitely something that is missing with the BSL. But the BSL have seen some teams with uniforms while others have opted not to have them.

Is it true that a softball is just as hard as a baseball? How can Do they require different skills? this be? Slow-pitch softball doesn’t require The true reason that the ball is called as many skills as baseball. Most a softball is that the core of the ball people could is softer than a go out and play baseball and thus “I HAVE HEARD THAT softball after some does not travel as KID CUDI HAS basic instructions. fast or as far as a baseball would. A BIG HEAD” Does softball have an inferiority complex? Who plays softball? Softball is widely played throughout Softball can be played by anyone. the world, so should not have The BSL is open to men and women, an inferiority complex, except for and all levels. the fact that it does not generate enough interest to be a professional If softball were a rapper, who sport that attracts spectators and would it be? viewers on the scale of baseball. I have heard that Kid Cudi has a big head, so maybe that fits. What’s the best baseball movie ever made? How has the rise of China as a Bull Durham. Very true to the life of a softball power affected you guys? minor league baseball player. Is the standard of competition high? And the best softball movie? The BSL is a slow-pitch league so Has there ever been one? I heard we won’t be seeing much high Reese Witherspoon is making one. competition except for those who can really hit and run the bases, or Do spectators get the fullhow many hot dogs and pretzels you on razzle -dazzle of the major can catch between innings. league? The BSL roasts hot dogs and keeps Contact BSL at richardliu@gmail.com. cold beer during Softball Sundays.

PHOTOS: CHRIS NG AND BEIJING SOFTBALL LEAGUE

Jankovic and twice-winner Svetlana he China Open marks its Kuznetsova can be found on the seventh year this month. Now women’s. played in the grandeur of I t ’s the women’s side of the the National Tennis Center – the tournament that is more interesting. venue that hosted 2008’s Olympic Not only are they competing for tennis – the competition has come more prize money (USD 4.5 million as through some trials along the way to opposed to USD 2.1 million), it’s become a fixture of the international higher-ranking (the WTA Premier calendar. Mandatory tournaments are second An ATP-sanctioned Beijing tennis only to the Grand Slams, whereas tournament was first played in 1993 the men’s is in the third-tier ATP 500 as the association looked to channel series) and there’s its energies into the Asian market. THIS YEAR HAS BEEN a l s o a g e n u i n e chance of Chinese Despite boasting winners as illustri- AMONG THE BEST-EVER players reaching ous at the time FOR CHINESE TENNIS – the latter stages. This year has as Michael Chang, Greg Rusedski and NO THANKS TO THE MEN b e e n a m o n g the best-ever Jim Courier, the for Chinese tennis – no thanks Open being dropped from the tour to the men. While the men have in 1997 looked set to be the nail in made few, if any, inroads into the the coffin of the Chinese public’s highest level, the women have relationship with tennis. been busy. Li Na and Jie Zheng Six years later, however, the both made the semi-finals of the capital was reinstated on the ATP Australian Open singles this year. calendar. It is no coincidence that While this doesn’t quite match the 2004 was also the year that the WTA Grand Slam triumphs of the doubles (Women’s Tennis Association) moved game, it has planted them firmly their singles and doubles event to the among China’s Top 100 celebrity city from Shanghai. The arrival of the earners. The question remains, will women’s game marked a new era for China’s tennis stars ever reach the the event. Nowadays, tournamentGoogle-clogging popularity of the branded sneakers sit amongst the nation’s genuine sports superstars? merchandise and the tennis superNot without winning a Grand Slam. stars never shy away. Names such But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. as Djokovic, Nadal and Roddick First take Beijing. have adorned the men’s winners’ board while Serena Williams, Jelena The China Open runs until Oct 10.

Throw in the warm pretzels and fresh lemonade, and by mid-afternoon, it feels a little bit like home.

LIVING

TO YOUR HEALTH DIABETES IN CHINA A new report shows that China now has more people with diabetes than any other country. We sought out Dr. Limei Xu of Hong Kong International Medical Clinic (HKIMC) for advice on how to protect ourselves from the disease. What is diabetes, and why is it so dangerous? Diabetes is a lifelong disease that affects the entire body. It occurs when your body develops a resistance to insulin, thereby resulting in high blood glucose. Without proper treatment, it can lead to complications like heart disease, stroke, kidney and erectile dysfunction, retinal bleeding, etc. Really severe cases have resulted in blindness, heart attack, dialysis and amputations.

PAE HALO'S GOT A BRAND-NEW BAG

LIVING LA VIDA LOCAL TIFFANY WANG IS NOT JUST ABOUT STYLE, YOU KNOW

PHOTO: COURTESY OF BEIJING CENTER OF PHOTOGRAPHY AND NATOOKE BIKES

“M

ake money. Do good,” says social business PAE Halo. Now that’s a company motto that makes a whole lot of sense. If everyone aspired to live that way, the world could be a far brighter place. Unlike a regular nonprofit, PAE Halo can sustain itself. Piech Asia Enterprises runs several operations – including PAE Media, PAE Art and PAE Design Talent – but Halo is the philanthropic division that creates the programs that fund the network. Promoting social awareness while making a profit? Sounds like a darn smart idea to us. Don’t miss their upcoming launch party (Oct 13) at Punk, which will feature a live auction of their recent design collaboration, as well as live sketch art by Vincent Rondia (see event listings). Proceeds will go towards various nonprofit organizations doing critical work across China.

If you’d rather make your contribution via your stomach, then check out Chi Fan for Charity. Simply register for a table donated by one of Beijing’s top dining establishments, then show up on the day to enjoy a three-course meal with wine. Here’s your excuse to finally try some of those outof-your-price-range restaurants – because hey, you’re supporting a charity by doing so! Check out their website (www.chifanforcharity. org) for more details. See how easy it is to get involved these next couple months? And we haven’t even talked about the worldwide Global Work Party yet. In Beijing, Greening the Beige is collaborating with 350.org to bring you six days (Oct 4-10) of creative climate activities that range from free lunches (provided that you bring your own reusable lunch box and cutlery) to bicycle races and trash-sculpting. If

you’re one to always complain about pollution and litter, then take part in the movement to initiate change. Head to www.greeningthebeige.org for the program schedule and tips on responsible urban living. Of course, don’t keep yourself so busy that you’re never at home – or else you’ll need to answer some serious questions when the census workers come-a-knockin’. There’s no need to be petrified, though ... or is there? Read our FAQ on p60 to find out. Other than that, you have no excuse to not get active. (Even the doctor prescribes it – see Feature, this page.) This autumn, you can party, eat well and exercise all in the name of charity. We should all take cues from PAE Halo, by trying to benefit ourselves, as well as our community. To healthy living! (And not being deported.) Hallelujah.

What are the symptoms of diabetes? • Feeling excessively thirsty, with the need to drink a lot of water • Frequently passing urine • Increased hunger • Weight loss • Feeling tired • Sores or cuts slow to heal • Infections, e.g. recurring urinary tract infections and vaginal thrush • Blurred vision • No symptoms at all, which results in a delay in diagnosis Who is most susceptible to developing diabetes? • People with a family histor y of diabetes are 25% more likely to develop the disease • People who eat high-calorie food and do not get enough exercise • Obese people • People over 45 years old • People with metabolic syndrome (e.g. hypertension and hypercholesterolemia) • Women who experienced temporary diabetic symptoms during pregnancy have an increased risk of developing the disease later in life What accounts for the sudden surge in diabetes in China? “Modernized” yet unhealthy life styles in combination with an aging population play major roles in this. Eating habits have changed, and there’s less physical activity coupled with a rise in obesity. What can we do to prevent or delay the onset of diabetes? Do everything you’d normally do to be healthy and maintain a normal weight. Reduce your intake of high-calorie, high-fat and processed food; exercise 3-4 times a week; and quit smoking.

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HANDS-ON ...

PARDON ME?

T.E.S WANTS TO TEACH YOU A LESSON by Tiffany Wang

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he Etiquette Society isn’t I laughed. meant to be patronizing,” I was exhausted before the co-founder Frederick Cull, session had even begun. It turned with his coiffed blond hair and white out that my anxieties were all for grin, told me. naught – the men were far less fussy I admit, I was dubious at first. To than I’d anticipated. me, the whole concept of teaching “ There was a big demand for Western manners to Chinese people something lik e this,” M r. Shaw stank of pomposity. When Cull and explained, popping open the first his business partner Cameron Shaw of many bottles of wine. “My former began to drone on about the highChinese boss, who was a great busiend activities their memberships nessman, lacked the skills to appear offer – access to golf and equestrian impressive in front of his Western clubs, discounts colleagues.” on hotels and Hmm. Such I WAS INCREASINGLY spas – it was all rationalization TERRIFIED OF I c o u l d d o to seemed valid keep from rollCOMMITTING A FAUX PAS enough. Etiquette ing my eyes. was all about IN THEIR PRESENCE Then they context. Western announced the businessmen topic of my lesson for the day: wine have had to learn how to behave tasting. In spite of myself, I felt a in Chinese work environments too, bead of sweat stream down my back. after all. I was thrilled, of course, but also I took my first tentative sip of increasingly terrified of committing red wine – a Cabernet Sauvignon. a faux pas in their presence. I racked Delicious. But not before I’d learned my brain for the rules of proper how to hold the glass (by the stem), decorum, reminding myself to say swirl the wine (to release oxygen and “please” and “thank you,” maintain bring out the full taste), and inhale good posture, cross my legs when with my nose deep in the glass (to seated, and cover my teeth when better appreciate the smell).

Mr. Cull emphasized confidence as the key to achieving etiquette. He named knowledge of wine as a means of “understanding what you want, which will lead to more confident behavior and appearance.” Considering my earlier case of nerves, again I had to concede that that made a great deal of sense. As the afternoon progressed and they brought out a plate of cheeses, teaching me which wines and foods pair best together, I became even

more convinced. I parted ways with my teachers with a new respect for their wellintentioned business. But I’m still confused about what cutlery to use. I guess I’ll need to sign up for their International Ladies Package to figure out that one.

requires expats to share passport and visa information, and landlord contact numbers for those that rent. ( This means that if you’ve not done so already, you need to register at the local police station.) The actual census will include up to 11 items about marital status, profession, educational background, reasons for coming to China and length of stay. You will not be questioned on religion or income.

guarantee pertaining to census r e s p o n s e s d o e s n’ t e x t e n d t o foreigners who are discovered to be living here illegally.

To sign up for a T.E.S package, co n t a c t t h e m a t 8 4 5 4 9 9 6 9 o r co n t a c t @ te s. c n . co m . D e t a i l s a t www.tes.cn.com.

FAQ

COME TO YOUR CENSUS UNDERSTANDING CHINA’S 6TH NATIONAL POPULATION COUNT by Tiffany Wang

h i n a’s s i x t h n a t i o n w i d e population census, which begins in November 2010 and ends in June 2012, will count foreign residents for the first time. Sounds simple enough – too bad the process has already been muddied by conflicting information and reports of suspicious behavior. Read on to learn what to expect from this mass poll.

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What information do I need to provide? The pre - census inter view only

How can I recognize the census workers? They will be wearing official T-shirts with red lettering that reads “Chinese Population Census” (中国人口普查). But beware of impostors – there have already been reports of real estate agents and police officers posing as workers to pull private information or enter homes. What if I haven’t updated my residence registration, or am here on an illegal visa? Unfortunately, the confidentiality

If you’re still confused, we don’t blame you. The facts are still limited, but for more information, read more on www.thebeijinger.com/blog or w w w.chinadaily.com.cn/china/ 2010census/index.html.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF T.E.S

Who will be surveyed? Everyone, including foreigners and residents of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan living in Beijing.

But if the census doesn’t start until November, why have enumerators already been knocking on my door? According to officials, preliminary door-to-door interviews – which took place from August 15 to September 15 – were necessary for gathering a better sense of the changes in population and housing, and thereby compiling a more comprehensive census.

So what happens if I don’t cooperate? The answer is still unclear. The Global Times quoted an official as saying, “Those who attempt to avoid the census, ‘obstruct the process’ or provide incorrect information will be punished.” But it seems that penalties range from “criticism” to actual punishments, which they don’t care to elaborate on, according to the National Census Ordinance. The census help line personally reassured us that foreigners would not be penalized; they only “[hope] foreigners will cooperate with them.”

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LONG WEEKEND

MYANMAR The cliché Kipling, Orwell and rattan. The reality Politics aside, Myanmar is a land of ethnic diversity and immense culture, as can be witnessed in some of Asia’s most stunning temple sites. The sights Yangon’s Shwedagon Paya stupa a n d d e c a y i n g c o l o n i a l l e g a c y, boating around the villages of Inle Lake, Mandalay’s palaces and the Golden Rock of Kyaiktio. Also, hop on a train and take the countr y in slowly. Top destination Bagan’s rolling landscapes, from which rise thousands of temples and pagodas. The food Curries, plenty of ngapi (fish paste), seafood on the coast, and fresh tropical fruits. Why go now? Not many others do – but they might in years to come. Why you’ll want to stay Thanks partially to the political heat that the issue of travel to the country tends to generate, Myanmar is one of the last corners of Asia untouched by mass tourism.

WISH WE WERE THERE ... FLYING HIGH AT ALBUQUERQUE INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FIESTA, OCT 2-10

TRANSIT AUTHORITY IAIN SHAW IS ALL HANDS ON DECKS

PHOTOS: FLICKR USER JMHULLOT AND COURTESY OF ALBUQUERQUE INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FIESTA, INC.

f only in name, the Visa – Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Asia Pacific Travel Intentions Survey 2010 may be the most complicated survey ever known to man. This sur vey ’s title is so unwieldy, it’s almost a palindrome. T h e V - PATA A P T I S 2 0 1 0 a s k e d respondents to name the three As i a n - Pa c i f i c c o u n t r i e s t h e y ’d most like to visit in the next two years. Mainland Chinese citizens plumped for Australia, Japan and Hong Kong. Australia and Japan were the top picks overall among all respondents. However, mainland China managed to rank as the third most-lusted after destination, proving especially popular among U S p a r t i c i p a n t s. M o s t u s e l e s s insight: Mainland Chinese travelers still prefer pack age tours over independent travel. Not a huge amount going on in local travel this month, but Ninety

Pe r c e n t Tr a ve l c o n t i n u e s i t s campaign to get you involved with a weekend spent fishing at sea (Oct 2) and a day working in a real-life vineyard (Oct 6). This is also your last chance to visit the Expo – Shanghai’s big event closes on Oct 31, after which Beijing will no doubt reasser t its supremacy in intermetropolitan relations. Low-cost airline Jetstar launches a brand-new twice-weekly flight connecting southern tourist hotspot Guilin with Singapore on November 3. The new route is Jetstar ’s third service operating between Singapore and mainland China – the airline also flies to Shantou and Haikou. Why does Southern China get all the best airfares? For now, we’ll just have to keep relying on those Air Asia flights from Tianjin. More airline news, and this time it actually involves Beijing. China

Southern has introduced a twiceweekly ser vice between Beijing and Uzbek capital Tashkent. The airline becomes the first Chinese carrier to offer a regular service to Uzbekistan, with demand for travel between China and the Central Asian nation very much on the up. Halal meals are available on board for Muslim passengers. Finally, Langham Place might just be the new best reason to go anywhere near the airport without actually leaving Beijing. The recently opened five-star hotel offers guests and visitors all manner of fun, from stylish loft rooms and in-room gadgetry to personal trainers and a 24-hour bar. Still no word on whether I’ve won City Weekend’s competition to become the hotel’s resident DJ, but with my “When you say ‘Langham,’ I say ‘Place’ …” trick sure to pump up the guests, I’m pretty sure the gig’s mine.

Why you’ll be glad to leave Beijing’s buses might be packed, but at least the roads are smooth. Exchange rate RMB 100 = 94.5 Kyat (MMK). US Dollars are often accepted, and in some cases demanded, so take a stash with you. Need a visa? Yes, whoever you are. Contact the Myanmar Embassy (6532 0359 ext 23). Flight information Air China flies to Yangon via Kunming twice weekly.

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FEATURE

LAST WALTZ IN THE LUBERON

THE MORNING'S RAYS ILLUMINATE A LACOSTE CHURCH

FEASTS, FÊTES AND JESTS IN PROVENCE by Adam Pillsbury

ar ly mor nings in the Luberon are deliciously cool, even in July, and the temptation to lie in is difficult to resist. The tourists and 1,263 residents of Bonnieux certainly seem to be enjoying a grasse matinée, for I have the village to myself. At this hour the slanting rays of the Mediterranean sun bathe the stone ramparts in a buttery glow. My climb up the meandering streets is also a walk through time, leading to the old church – established by the Templars

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in the 12th century – and the hilltop promontory, i n h a b i te d s i n c e t h e N e o l i t h i c. Ac c o rd i n g to Frédéric Mistral, the Nobel Prize-winning Provençal poet, Bonnieux means “beautiful view,” but this has always struck me as an understatement. The sweeping panorama is dazzling, the broad valley speckled with violet lavender patches, silvery-green olive groves and golden fields of hay under an azure sky. Behind me on the crest of the Luberon massif is a cedar forest; on a hill to my left is the village of Lacoste, whose

crumbling castle was home to the Marquis de Sade; ahead is massive Mont Ventoux, whose switchbacks have ended the dreams of many Tour de France riders; to the right near neat rows of vines is the Pont Julien, a bridge built by the Romans during the reign of Augustus. A bell tolls, interrupting my reverie. Time for coffee. The Luberon, like all of Provence, has become impossibly trendy since my first boyhood visit in 1972, but I don’t begrudge the likes of Peter Mayle for trumpeting the region. It’s my favorite

PHOTOS: ADAM AND MATTHEW PILLSBURY

A TYPICAL PROVENCE LANDSCAPE

part of France outside of my hometown, Paris. My wife and I have brought our daughters – Chinaborn, dual nationals, third-generation expats – to Bonnieux to spend one last holiday in my mother’s country home before it is put up for sale. The kids are in heaven: The old stone house has troglodyte rooms dug out of a cliff-face, a pool, pizza oven, Jack Russell terrier, and an award-winning garden of local plants hand-sculpted in Japanese style that frames vistas of the regional park beyond. In a land where the sieste is sacred, our frenzied Beijing pace slows to a crawl. Melting dreamily into one another, the days feature sightseeing, swimming and dinners under the stars. My mother and brother are magnificent chefs, and when they’re in residence the planning, preparing and eating of meals takes up no more than 50 percent of our time. Sourcing the ingredients is brilliant fun and involves thoughtful deliberations with Mr. Isnard, the butcher, pilgrimages to the wine store in nearby Apt, and visits to farmers’ markets, held in different local towns on different days. There are two markets in Bonnieux, but the Friday market on the Place du Terrail is a food fetishist’s dream come true. Tomatoes, for instance, are available there in colors like forest green and blood red and shapes like pears, peppers and – my favorite – coeur de boeuf (“beef heart”). Ingredients for Provençal dishes abound, including incomparable white beans for pistou soup. The market is a social event, too: a place where old friends catch up and gregarious merchants with thick southern accents dole out advice along with samples of olives, sausages and cheese. To work off the calories, some vacationers squeeze into skintight outfits and cycle, but we prefer to leave the lycra, crowds and serpentine roads behind in favor of hiking. The Luberon is crisscrossed with well-marked, well-mapped walking paths of varying difficulty. Our new favorite is a circular hike from the village of Buoux that passes lavender fields, gorges and woods. So busy are the girls making wildflower bouquets that they don’t realize we’re exercising them until

A HOMEMADE PIZZA BAKED IN A WOOD-FIRED OVEN

THE SLANTING RAYS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN SUN BATHE THE STONE RAMPARTS IN A BUTTERY GLOW

the halfway point. Serenaded by crickets and cooled by fragrant breezes, we see hawks and butterflies but nary another soul. Much as we relish nature, we eventually need to commune with concrete. An hour’s drive brings us to the picturesque walled city of Avignon, famed for its theater festival, bridge and Palais des Papes. With its crenellations, spires, vast halls and frescoes, the latter was home to seven popes in the 14th century when Rome, then overrun by violent gangs, was deemed too dangerous for the Holy Father. Appropriately enough, I find religion here: Instead of subjecting my family to guidebook readings, I suggest that we each take a free audioguide. The recording casts a spell on our eldest daughter with a description of the ascension of Pope Clement VI, when he and his guests dined on 118 roast oxen, 1,023 sheep, 914 lambs, 7,428 chickens, 1,195 geese, 3,043 fowl, 39,980 eggs, 50,000 tarts and 90,000 loaves of bread. Outside the palace is a city gone theater-mad. Walls are plastered with posters for the estimated 1,000 shows held during the Avignon Festival and the streets are overrun with actors staging fencing duels, singing in giraffe suits and performing magic in kimonos to advertise their plays. Back in Bonnieux, preparations are underway for the Bastille Day ball. At the appointed hour, villagers and visitors from Surrey, Zealand and Bavaria gather at long wooden tables on the Place du Terrail for a couscous dinner. Thanks to a free flow of wine, international fraternity is at an all-time high when Orchestre Harmony, in the best wedding band tradition, kicks off a disco medley. Many adults and all of the teenagers sit out the first few numbers, but the kids get up and boogie. By the time the band strikes up “Viens boire un p’tit coup à la maison,” an ’80s ode to boozing with friends, the square is heaving and I surprise myself by remembering and belting out the refrain. The song is pure cheese, but it is another sliver of my past I delight in sharing with my daughters.

STREET PERFORMERS AT THE AVIGNON FESTIVAL

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BARS & CLUBS

Puppetmastaz Hip-hop dressed up as a puppet show. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

MUSIC

World Cities Festival Spring and Autumn and Ill Niño. RMB 120, RMB 100 (advance). Chaoyang Park (6591 5258)

Modern Sky Music Festival Blonde Redhead and SUBS. RMB 90-150. Haidian Park (6285 0569)

ARTS & CULTURE

Budapest Festival Orchestra Rossini, Bruch, Schubert, Brahms and of course, Bartok. RMB 280-1,680. 7.30pm. NCPA (6655 0000)

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Lang Lang’s joined by the China Phil on a bill that pays homage to Chopin. RMB 80880. 7.30pm. Poly Theatre (6500 1188 ext 5126/5127)

Swordsmen nursing heartbreak and dreams of revenge. Reserve at workshop@cultureyard.net. RMB 25. 6.30-10pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166) www.cultureyard.net

Beijing Music Festival Opens

Ashes of Time

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ARTS & CULTURE

Get a hands-on insight into wine production, then taste the vintages. RMB 450. 8am. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel. com) www.90percenttravel. com

Pierre Michel’s photographs depict the urban poetry of Parisian street art. Free. Alliance Française Media Library – BLCU Center (8230 3619)

The Chinese novelist discusses the poems of Paul Celan. RMB 150. Noon. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

Life in a Vineyard

Grafﬁtis and Stencils of Paris

STYLE

Yao Ming and teammates play their pre-season game in the capital. Time and price TBD. Wukesong Arena (6417 0058)

Recipes that use surprising ingredients to replace dairy products. RMB 220, RMB 200 (members). 7.15-9.15pm. The Hutong (159 0104 6127) www.the-hutong.com

A special collaboration with the designer, who’s been dabbling in ﬁlm. See the ﬁlm at this event. Free. 6pm. Lane Crawford (6622 0808)

Vegan Cooking Class

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BARS & CLUBS

Lan Fourth Anniversary Week

Think Moulin Rouge or Chicago. Advance booking required. RMB 688 (for two). 7pm (gallery opening and cocktails), 8.30pm-12.30am (cabaret). Lan Club (5109 6012/13)

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Houston Rockets vs. New Jersey Nets

the Beijinger Ninth Anniversary Party

Penguin Author Talks: Hong Ying

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Christina Jaccard “Zurich’s First Lady of Black Music” comes to warble in the hutongs. RMB 40, RMB 30 (advance). 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611)

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Comics and Animation: Past, Present and Future A conference to celebrate the International Day of Animation, followed by screenings. Free. 6pm. French Cultural Center (6553 2678)

Phillip Lim In-Store Cocktail

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Buzzcocks ’70s pop-punk pioneers from England. Let’s get old-school. RMB 150, RMB 100 (advance). Time TBD. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

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Hot Pot

The latest installment of DJ Wordy’s popular party. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222)

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Learn from local ﬁshermen on the open sea. Cost includes one night in a resort, insurance, equipment and guides. RMB 890, RMB 790 (children under 16). 8am. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel.com) www.90percenttravel.com

Two rare documentaries are screened back-to-back: Chine (1971) and China, From the Abacus to the Computer (1997). RMB 15, RMB 10 (students), free (members). 7pm. UCCA (8459 9269)

Sea Fishing

China in 1971, China in 1997

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Until Oct 17. The usual ﬂea market, made up of local vendors, street performances and snacks. Check out the Plastered T-shirts music stage at the north end of the hutong. Details at 139 1020 5721 or dominic@plasteredtshirts.com.

A local rivalry that is not to be missed. Tickets at 5905 9082 or Workers’ Stadium. RMB 30-100. 7.30pm. Workers’ Stadium (6501 6655)

NLGX Festival 2010

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One of the oldest girl bands in Beijing get back together. RMB 60, RMB 50 (students). 9pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

Handel’s opera about Dionysus’ mother. An international cast. RMB 80-180. 6.30pm. Poly Theater (6500 1188 ext 5126/5127)

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Yen Fetish Halloween Party Freak up and freak out to DJs including Yang Bing, Usami, Blackie, Ouyang and X Lee. RMB 150, RMB 80 (advance). 10pm. 706 Factory, 798 art district

Beijing Guoan vs. Tianjin Kangshifu

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Punk Rock KTV The D-22 all-stars provide the soundtrack for you to wail along to. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students), free (if you wear a costume). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

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EVENTS Telemann. RMB 50-880. 7.30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall (6559 8285)

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SEND EVENTS TO LISTINGS@THEBEIJINGER.COM VENUE INFO CAN BE FOUND IN THE DIRECTORY STARTING p76. ALL EVENT DETAILS CORRECT AT TIME OF GOING TO PRESS.

OCT 1 BARS & CLUBS DJ !ZZY & MC PQ Block capitals rock the capital with hip-hop. For reservations, call Hill at 138 1085 8776. RMB 50, free (before 11pm). 9pm. Bling (5905 6999) Electric Cafe Germany’s DJ Tobi blends funk, jazz, electro and house smoother than a cappuccino. Free. 10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239)

Biking to the Arts Cycle with the arty crowd. Start out from the Drum & Bell Towers and bike all the way to the Today Art Museum, where you can enjoy the latest art exhibitions as a group. Bring your own bike. Free. 2pm. Register at ride@stcbj.com. UCCA (8459 9269)

MUSIC The Beijing Beatles Band Amped series at The Bookworm, sing along and bring your lighter to wave. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

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Nakoma, Not There Have a hardcore night right in the center of the city. RMB 30 (includes a draft beer). 9.30pm. What Bar (159 0123 6743)

Sea Fishing Overnight trip to learn angling skills

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SPORT Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix Suzuka hosts the playboy speedfreaks. Time TBD.

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LIVING FCCC Happy Hour The Foreign Correspondents’ Club of China gathers to drink and chat. Nonmembers always welcome. Details at www.fccchina.org. Free. 6.30-10.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

OCT 2 BARS & CLUBS I Don’t Do Him, I Do G Free-ﬂow cocktails and wine. But only for ladies. Free. 9pm-1am. Scarlett (6552 3600) Golden Week Party Series El-Mar entertains. See Oct 1. Sherlock Groove DJ Wang Bei plays soul, electronic and other mysteries. Elementary. Free. 10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239)

OCTOBER 2010

BARS & CLUBS Golden Week Party Series DJ Edmund spins. See Oct 1.

China in 1971, China in 1997 Two rare documentaries are screened back-to-back: Chine (1971) and China, From the Abacus to the Computer (1997). RMB 15, RMB 10 (students), free (members). 7pm. UCCA (8459 9269)

Red Party Celebrate National Day. Free. 9pm. ChinaDoll (5136 5871/72)

Don Giovanni The Cologne Opera House decamps to the NCPA with their take on Mozart’s tale of the murderous lothario and those who desire vengeance. RMB 100-1,000. 7.30pm. NCPA (6655 0000)

OCT 3

Erez Eisenman The folky blues-rocker jams in Dongmianhua Hutong. RMB 30. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611)

Puppetmastaz Hip-hop dressed up as a puppet show. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

ARTS & CULTURE

Modern Sky Music Festival While Midi heads south to Zhenjiang, Modern Sky takes over its backyard. The international lineup includes Brett Anderson, Blonde Redhead, Big Pink, Camera Obscura and Free Energy. Let’s go catch the last warmth of summer and hope nothing will get cancelled. RMB 90-150 (one day), RMB 220-350 (three days). Haidian Park (6285 0569)

Boojii, The Fallacy Shanghai band Boojii plays illusionary music joined by post-punks Fallacy from Henan. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

Golden Week Party Series Acupuncture and The House join forces as the club unveils a new look. Acupuncture DJs and other local electronic luminaries play seven nights in a row. Patrick Yu guests tonight. Free. 10pm. The House (138 1188 2470)

Low Wormwood and friends Have a dreamy night with the folk band at D22. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

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Gareth Emery Trance from England. He’s number 9 in DJ magazine’s chart, if you’re counting ﬁgures. Tickets at Clubzone.cn. RMB 150, RMB 80 (advance). 10pm. GT Banana (6528 3636)

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UNTIL NOV 14: GOYA: CHRONICLER OF ALL WARS

Goya’s Los desastres de la guerra as a starting point for war photography and photojournalism.

UNTIL OCT 3: HOPE & PAIN: WATER POLLUTION IN CHINA

Greenpeace China goes multimedia in their effort to highlight water pollution. Features Lu Guang’s powerful photographs.

OCT 8-30: MR GALLERY

Chinese photographers state the case for their art. Snapline, AV Okubo, Duck Fight Goose, Birdstriking Indie band Snapline with Carsick Car’s Li Qing and Li Weisi; electric Duck Fight Goose from Shanghai worth checking out. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Zbigniew Karkowski, Yan Jun, Mei Zhi Yong, Li Yangyang (Mafeisan) A bunch of noisemakers gather. It’s going to be loud in Tongzhou. RMB 50. 8pm. Raying Temple (137 1698 0276)

ARTS & CULTURE From Where There Is No Return Two short ﬁlms made from stills of photographs by the artist Alberto GarciaAlix. RMB 15, RMB 10 (students), free (members). 7pm. UCCA (8459 9269) Glorious Brandenburg Concerto Köln oﬀer Bach plus Vivaldi and

Hiking on the Great Wall & Silver Pagoda Forest Work out your legs before supping with local villagers. RMB 220 (includes transportation, guide, lunch and breakfast), RMB 170 (register before Sep 20). Register at contact@cultureyard.net or call 8404 4166. www.cultureyard.net

OCT 4 BARS & CLUBS

from local ﬁshermen on the open sea. Cost includes one night in a resort, insurance, equipment and guides. Meet in front of McDonald’s at Ginza Mall (southeast corner of Dongzhimen Qiao). RMB 890, RMB 790 (children under 16). 8am. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel.com) www.90percenttravel.com

OCT 2-4 MUSIC Chaoyang Park World Cities Festival Music from around the world wants to keep you in the city. Spring Autumn, Qi Qin, Reﬂector and many more local voices joined by bands from the US, Japan, UK and France. Tickets at 400 810 1887. RMB 120 (per day), RMB 100 (advance). Chaoyang Park (6591 5258)

Golden Week Party Series Shen Yue drops bombs. See Oct 1.

MUSIC The Vasco Era Blues-rock band from Down Under rocks out Wudaokou’s hottest punk base. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Budapest Festival Orchestra Renditions of Rossini, Bruch, Schubert, Brahms and Bartok from the Hungarian ensemble. RMB 280-1,680. 7.30pm. NCPA (6655 0000)

OCT 5 BARS & CLUBS

Golden Week Party Series Eddie Lv behind the decks. See Oct 1.

MUSIC Fat City, Pairs, Soviet Pop Shanghai pop-punk band Pairs jam with Beijing’s avant-garde musicians. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Budapest Festival Orchestra See Oct 4.

OCT 6 BARS & CLUBS Golden Week Party Series Ou Yang plays tonight. See Oct 1. Whisky Wednesday Four ten-year-old malts to try: Speyburn, Talisker, Glenmorangie and Laphroaig. Oh, Laphroaig. RSVP to Clinton, restaurant@beijingbookworm.com. RMB 150. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

MUSIC Erez Eisenman, Christmas Eisenman plays rock, folk and blues with his guitar and harp. Followed by “Beijing’s most retarded band” (their words) playing original Chinese pop songs from the future. RMB 30. 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) He Li, Zhang Jing, Huang Wei, Jiang Shan, Wang Hao MAO goes folk for the Songzhuang Art Festival, which kicked oﬀ last month in Tongzhou with a small art exhibition. RMB 60, RMB 50 (students). 9pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Mickael Dallin Project Mellow rock. Free. 9pm. Salud, Nanluogu Xiang (6402 5086)

LIVING Writing Workshop with Catherine Sampson Crime novel author Catherine Sampson lends insight to adults looking to ﬁnd inspiration and improve their writing. RMB 150. 9am-noon. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

EXPLORE Life in a Vineyard Spend a day working in a vineyard, getting a hands-on insight into wine production techniques, before tasting some of the vintages. Meet in front of McDonald’s at Ginza Mall (southeast corner of Dongzhimen Qiao). RMB 450, RMB 390 (children under 16). 8am. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel.com) www.90percenttravel.com

OCT 7 BARS & CLUBS Golden Week Party Series Sean C is the evening’s guest DJ. See Oct 1.

MUSIC Chaos, Beetle Bastion Bedroom guys coming out to play some electric sound. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

OCT 8 BARS & CLUBS Kill Club Shanshui gathers top electric minds like Sulumi and Monkey Bender for a tour around China. RMB 60, RMB 40 (advance, students). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Sherlock Groove See Oct 2.

MUSIC Carpet of Let, Lowbow, The Phoenix Prestige Bedroom experimental music and bedroom punk. RMB 30 (includes a draft beer). 9.30pm. What Bar (159 0123 6743) Christophe Lier Jazz Trio Chill out in the peaceful courtyard with Christophe, one of the best jazz musicians in Beijing. RMB 50, RMB 40 (advance). 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611) Ember Swift Jazz, gypsy, funk, R&B, folk and blues in English, French and Chinese. RMB 40. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Old Fashion, Yes No Break Young rockers jam at Wudaokou. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Classic Lunch Series: Hong Ying on Paul Celan In collaboration with Penguin Books, this is the ﬁrst in a series of lunches where noted Penguin authors discuss their favorite classic. Chinese novelist Hong Ying discusses the poems of Paul Celan. RMB 150. Noon. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

SPORT EURO 2012 Qualifying The World Cup becomes an ever more distant memory as the road to Poland and Ukraine takes center stage. Times vary.

RMB 40, RMB 30 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

SPORT EURO 2012 Qualifying See Oct 8.

OCT 10 MUSIC Mirror, Xiao Meng Folk night at Wudaokou. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Electric Shadows – 10:10:10 Film shorts go green in association with 350.org and Greening the Beige. Films include Coalition of the Willing, J’Imagine, Time & Sustainability and Ottica Zero. RMB 30. 2pm. Penghao Theatre (6417 7845)

Workshop: Learn Photography with Peter Carney The award-winning photographer will introduce fundamental techniques, followed by shooting and editing sessions. Each student will be given one-on-one time during the edit sessions. Reserve at workshop@cultureyard.net. RMB 500. 10am-6pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166) www.cultureyard.net

EXPLORE The Royal City Inside Out A walk around the areas of old Beijing that once constituted the “Royal City.” Meet at Dongsi subway station (Exit B). Free. 1.30-4pm. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel.com) www.90percenttravel.com

OCT 11

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Electric Cafe See Oct 1.

ARTS & CULTURE Beijing Music Festival Grand Opening Two words say it all: Lang Lang. The pianist par excellence is joined by the China Philharmonic on a bill that pays homage to Chopin. RMB 80-880. 7.30pm. Poly Theatre (6500 1188 ext 5126/5127)

LIVING The Art of Chinese Astrology Ever wondered about Chinese astrology? Here’s your chance to learn from an expert. Price TBD. 1.30-3pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

OCT 12

LIVING Hands-On: Chinese Tie-Dye Tie-dye your clothing using Chinese minority folk art methods. RMB 120, RMB 100 (for children under 12). 10amnoon. China Culture Center (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

OCT 9 D&G Gone Bling That’s “D” as in Dolce champagne, “G” as in Grey Goose. Deals on both tonight. For reservations, call Hill on 138 1085 8776. Free. 9pm. Bling (5905 6999)

based choreographer Jin Xing, bring life to clothing through dance and song. RSVP to swedishfashionperformance@gmail.com. Free. 6pm. Yan Club (5978 9172)

Swedish Fashion Dance: Exploring a New Identity This performance – ﬁrst seen at the Shanghai Expo – comes to Beijing for one night only. A new wave of fashion designers, along with famous Shanghai-

MUSIC Carpet of Let, Low Bow, Wan Yang, Zuo Wei + Wang Zijian + Arrebato Zoomin’ night continues. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

STYLE Swedish Fashion Exhibition: Exploring a New Identity Until Nov 7. Marvel at the latest creations by fashion designers from Sweden. Tue-Sun 10am-6pm. Free tours every Sat at 2pm. White Box Museum of Art (5978 4800)

ARTS & CULTURE China Through Cinema: Ashes of Time Swordsmen and swordswomen in China’s wild West, nursing heartbreak and dreams of revenge. Followed by discussion. Drinks and popcorn provided. Reserve at workshop@cultureyard.net. RMB 25. 6.30-10pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166) www.cultureyard.net

SPORT EURO 2012 Qualifying See Oct 8.

LIVING Chinese Dumpling and Noodle-Making Class What’s tastier than hand-pulled noodles and dumplings? Learn how to make them

Reggae Party DJs S-Press, O.P. and Zee get irie with Ultimate Productions. This won’t be happening in November, so enjoy it. More information at 136 9360 5284 or 6436 8998. RMB 50. 4pm-late. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

MUSIC Christmas, Nakoma, Noise Arcade “Retarded” electric and hardcore happen in one night at one of the smallest venues for live music. RMB 30 (includes a draft beer). What Bar (159 0123 6743) Erez Eisenman Singer-songwriter Erez Eisenman brings his original take on rock and blues to the Amped series. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050) Wanderlust, IDH, Streets Kill Strange Animals, Pork Electric post-rock and hardcore punk.

ALL MONTH: AUTUMN HARVEST PACKAGE Massage and more at The Spa at Hilton Wangfujing.

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EVENTS with healthy local ingredients, then serve them up hot with spicy sauces. RMB 200, RMB 150 (for children under 12). 4-6pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org Headhunter Social Networking Evening Opportunity knocks for career development. You might ﬁnd the new challenge you’ve been looking for. Professionals from all industries welcome. Register at eventbj@fcclub.com or 139 1109 8002. Price and venue TBD.

OCT 13 MUSIC Mansﬁeld.TYA Two girls from Nantes bring you a raw voice, a tortured violin, basic acoustic and electric guitars. RMB 50, RMB 30 (advance), RMB 20 (Alliance Française students and teachers). Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Beijing Beatles Tribute Band Scousers unite. Free. 9pm. Salud, Nanluogu Xiang (6402 5086)

STYLE PAE Halo Launch Party: Social Conscious Design The program includes a live auction of the limited edition Halo bag, as well as live sketch art by Vincent Rondia. For info or to RSVP, contact Leo Stachnik at 137 1878 1954 or leo.stachnik@pae-halo.com. Free (suggested donation RMB 150). 7pm. Punk, The Opposite House (6417 6688)

SPORT NBA in China: Houston Rockets vs. New Jersey Nets Yao Ming and teammates who need an introduction play their pre-season game in the capital. Time and price TBD. Wukesong Arena (6828 6386)

OCT 14 DINING Vegan Cooking Class Learn some fantastically healthy recipes that use surprising ingredients to replace dairy products. RMB 220, RMB 200 (members). 7.15-9.15pm. The Hutong (159 0104 6127) www.the-hutong.com

MUSIC Mirror Mirror tells their stories using electric folk tones. RMB 50, RMB 40. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611)

Sighborgg, Arrebato, Acoelomate Goat Korean band Sighborgg features electronics with live drums, guitar and keyboard, joined by Arrbato from Shanghai and Amoelomate Goat. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 9pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Readings on the Sofa: Transformation Beijing Beijing Postcards’ Lars Thom tells the changing histories of Tiananmen Gate, Qianmen Gate and the Beijing Railway Station through archive photographs. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

OCT 15 BARS & CLUBS Acupuncture Label Night Techno, techno, techno, techno. Free. 10pm. The House (138 1188 2470) Pink Suzie’s turns up the heat for their annual pink-themed aﬀair. Dresscode: pink. RSVP to 138 1112 3770. RMB 100. 10pm. Suzie Wong’s (6500 3377) Sherlock Groove See Oct 2. Sky Bar Closing Party Weekend Last chance outdoors. Free. 9pm. ChinaDoll (5136 5871/72) Teng Boon Hong Kong DJ is back again. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222)

MUSIC Afrokoko Roots Get funky with the big group’s African beats. Price TBD. Time TBD. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Gumbleed, Discord, Trash Cat, Soju Legion Gumbleed celebrates their 5th anniversary with their punk mates. A limited number of the band’s brand-new EP will be given away for free. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Hanggai The amazing grassland-style folk band spreads their inﬂuence with the wind. RMB 50. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Jiachong Baolei, Electronic Watch, The Truth Beijing punk youngsters gather. RMB 30 (includes a draft beer). 9.30pm. What Bar (159 0123 6743) Mademoiselle et son Orchestre Get swinging with the gypsy jazz rhythm. RMB 30. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar

(6401 4611) SUBS A documentary movie based on SUBS will be shown, followed by the band’s live performance. It’s the ﬁrst heat of a yearlong series, featuring one band every month. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance, students). 8pm. Mako Live House (5205 1112/3)

STYLE Phillip Lim In-Store Cocktail Lane Crawford’s launching a special collaboration with Phillip Lim – who will be present – along with four up-and-coming ﬁlmmakers. Their ﬁlm will be premiered in the store. 6-9pm. Lane Crawford (6622 0808)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Historias Mínimas Carlos Sorin’s tale of provincial Argentina and mundane journeys that prove to be life-altering. Cream cakes, widows, lost dogs and microprocessors combine in a tale about ﬁnding what you want where you least expect it. Part of the Bicentenary Film Series. Free. 7pm. Instituto Cervantes (5879 9666) Othello Britain’s TNT tour Shakespeare’s Venetian tragedy. RMB 60-380. 7.30pm. Chaoyang Culture Center/TNT Theater (8599 6011)

LIVING Hook N Cook Every participant is given an opportunity to prepare a truly signature dinner. Have no fear, even if you have little experience in the kitchen - recipes and ingredients will be prepared upon your arrival. All that is required is a love of learning, eating and socializing. RSVP at www.ﬁshbowlevents. com. 7pm. The Hutong (131 6122 9172)

SPORT BSC Great Wall Charity Challenge Until Oct 17. It’s too late to enter but that doesn’t mean you can’t support the competitors in this three-part team sailing race that starts in Beidaihe and runs all the way to Laolongtou, where the Great Wall meets the Bohai Sea. Watch them battle 40km of ocean followed by 12km of the Great Wall. Sit back and enjoy it. Proceeds go to Roundabout. Packages (including accommodation) are available; full details at www.beijingsailing.com.

OCT 16 DINING Fabulous French Dining Christophe Müller, trained by Paul Bocuse, will be cooking a Belle Epoque dinner, featuring Perrier-Jouët champagne. Price TBD. 7pm. Le Pré Lenôtre, Soﬁtel (6666 6528)

BARS & CLUBS Black & White Party Men in black, ladies in white, and champagne specials all night. For reservations, call Hill at 138 1085 8776. Free. 9pm. Bling (5905 6999) Boys Noize German electro with help from Saul D, LIman, A.M.U and Guzz. RMB 150, RMB 100 (advance). 10pm. The Star Live (6425 5677)

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DJ Philly Multitudes of styles from a woman who has spun for Paris Hilton and Sean “Puﬀy” Combs. Free. 10pm. Touch, Westin Chaoyang (592 8888 ext 8112)

Hip Drop Big Squeeze drops funky bombs all night long. Free. 10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239) Retrodance RMB 50, RMB 30 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) We Play House Gao Hu, Patrick Yu and Terry Tu put the “oo” in house. Free. 10pm. The House (138 1188 2470)

MUSIC DH & Chinese Hellcats Have an old-school dance with the Chinese hellcats. Let’s get swinging. RMB 50. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) The Flying Mantas, Bedstars, Lazy Camels, MeToo Regular punk night at Wudaokou. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Light, Prince and Band Pop music night. RMB 30 (includes a draft beer). 9.30pm. What Bar (159 0123 6743) No Name Trio Enjoy the best gypsy jazz in Beijing. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

STYLE NLGX Festival 2010 Until Oct 17. The usual ﬂea market, made up of local vendors, street performances and snacks. Check out the Plastered T-shirts music stage at the north end of the hutong at Number 20. For more info, contact Dominic at 139 1020 5721 or dominic@plasteredtshirts.com

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Historias Mínimas See Oct 15. Othello See Oct 15. Voices from Heaven: Vienna Boys Choir One of the longest-running and most renowned choirs in the world tour Mozart alongside adaptations of Gershwin and Lennon. RMB 50-880. 7.30pm. Poly Theatre (6500 1188 ext 5126/5127)

LIVING Info Session: Departing From China With Pets Everything you need to know about taking your pets overseas. Free. 11am-noon. ICVS (8456 1939/40/41) www.icvsasia.com

SPORT NIKE 6.0 King of the Park The last summer jam of the season before the shredders take it outside. There’s a one-hour jam session with prizes for King of the Park, Best Rookie, Best Rail Rider and Best Kicker Rider plus spot prizes. Free. 2.30pm. NIKE 6.0 Summer Lab, Qiaobo Ice & Snow World (8497 2568)

EXPLORE Wild Great Wall Hike Visit the “Iron and Hot Water” section of the Wall. All you need to know is that it should be quite spectacular. Meet in front of McDonald’s at Ginza Mall (southeast corner of Dongzhimen Qiao). RMB 350, RMB 290 (children under 16). 9am. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel.com) www.90percenttravel.com

OCT 17

Learn to make two types of chilli paste from scratch, see a demo on how to use them, and take a bottle home. RMB 220, RMB 200 (members). 10am-noon. The Hutong (159 0104 6127) www.the-hutong.com. Speaker Wine n’ Dine: Bruce Quan Bruce Quan, a professor at Peking University Law School, will talk about establishing San Francisco Eatz!, a catering company based on the idea of philanthropic giving. Includes a 10-course meal and generous pours of wine. RMB 250. 7-10pm. Reservations required. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408) www.blacksesamekitchen.com.

MUSIC Cecile & Joris Street blues and folk punk. Free. 9pm. Salud, Nanluogu Xiang (6402 5086)

OCT 27: CHRISTINA JACCARD

“Zurich’s First Lady of Black Music” warbles in the hutong.

DINING Sushi and Sashimi Class Chef Tani Gu will teach you everything from how to cook the rice to cutting fresh sushi-grade ﬁsh to making the rolls. Includes meal and wine. RMB 398+15%. 4-7pm. Kempinski Hotel (6465 3388 ext 4200)

BARS & CLUBS Clive Chin and Uprooted Sunshine Legendary reggae producer Clive Chin returns as Beijing’s Upstepper Sound and Shanghai’s Uprooted Sunshine crews hook up to celebrate. For info, call 136 7130 4233 or e-mail commandante_33@yahoo. com. RMB 50. 5pm-late. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

MUSIC Old Street Old Street keeps the old traditional music alive with interesting instruments and lyrics that are impossible to understand. RMB 40, RMB 30 (advance). 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611) Sambasia The samba drumming group welcomes you to dance with their beats. RMB 50. Time TBD. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Xiao Yang Folk night at Wudaokou. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 9pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

STYLE China New Design: Black Is Back Designers Zhang Yonghe and Liu Zhizhi talk about the role of black in high, low, avant-garde, traditional, cutting-edge and everyday fashion. In Chinese only. 2pm. UCCA Auditorium (8675 1138)

ARTS & CULTURE Othello See Oct 15.

SPORT Beijing Guoan vs. Tianjin Kangshifu A local rivalry that is not to be missed. Tickets at 5905 9082 or Workers’ Stadium. RMB 30-100. 7.30pm. Workers’ Stadium (6501 6655)

EXPLORE Wild Great Wall Hike See Oct 16.

OCT 19

ARTS & CULTURE

MUSIC

Readings on the Sofa – Jennifer Mills The Bookworm’s writer-in-residence discusses writing, short stories and ﬁction. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

Birdstriking, Chui Wan, Zhang Shouwang Zhang Shouwang heats up the Zoomin’ Night joined by Birdstriking and Chui Wan. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

RLPO – Elgar and Shostakovich The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra perform two works by Elgar and Shostakovich’s ﬁnal symphony – which quotes Rossini’s William Tell. RMB 80-180. 7.30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall (6559 8285)

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ARTS & CULTURE Book Talk: The Big Book of Chinese History Cartoonist Wang Qicheng discusses how he tackles the complex narrative of Chinese history. In Chinese with English translation. RMB 20, RMB 30 (non-members). 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050) China Through Cinema: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon Watch Zhang Ziyi, Michelle Yeoh and Chow Yun-fat kick ass in this awardwinning ﬁlm. Drinks and popcorn provided. RMB 25. 6.30-10pm. Reserve at workshop@cultureyard.net. Culture Yard (8404 4166) www.cultureyard.net RLPO – John Lennon Songbook The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic presents the work of their city’s most famous son. RMB 80-180. 7.30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall (6559 8285)

SPORT UEFA Champions’ League The big guns of European football start upon the path to glory at Wembley next May. 2.45am.

LIVING Fashion, Media and Creative Industries Networking Evening Dress glamorously to impress those who decide what’s hot and what’s not. Register at eventbj@fcclub.com or 139 1109 8002. RMB 130, RMB 80 (pre-registered). 7.30pm. Zeta Bar (5865 5050) INN Coffee Morning The International Newcomer’s Network hosts Neighborhood Coﬀee Mornings, purely social events in local cafes where you can meet people who live nearby. Details at www.innbeijing.org. Free. 10am-noon. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

OCT 20 DINING Hot Hot Hot

UEFA Champions’ League See Oct 19.

LIVING Talk: Chinese Tea Culture Develop an appreciation for tea by learning about its intricate history and preparation process. Several high-quality teas will be served. RMB 50. 7.30-9pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

OCT 21 BARS & CLUBS The Beijinger Ninth Anniversary Party Help us celebrate as we notch up one more year. Details will be revealed soon; see www.thebeijinger.com for more ...

ARTS & CULTURE An Hour With Blandine Le Callet The celebrated French author presents her second novel, La Ballade de Lila K, reﬂects upon social relations and answers reader questions. Free. 6.30pm. French Cultural Centre (8532 8035)

OCT 22 BARS & CLUBS Hip Drop See Oct 16. Libra Birthday Party Not excluding those born under other starsigns. Birthday boy Pancake Lee mans the decks. Free. 10pm. The House (138 1188 2470) Put On Your Party Hat Milliner Elisabeth Koch and ChinaDoll team up for a hat contest and fashion show. The winner receives prizes valued at RMB 5,000. Free. 9pm. ChinaDoll (5136 5871/72)

MUSIC Buzzcocks ’70s pop-punk pioneers from England. Let’s get old-school. RMB 150, RMB 100 (advance). Time TBD. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Experimental Music Night Get adventurous with music in the far eastside of the city. Price TBD. 8pm. Raying Temple (137 1698 0276) Guaidan Xiaojie, Closer Indie rock and post punk. RMB 30 (includes a draft beer). 9.30pm. What Bar (159 0123 6743) Memories of Jia Hongsheng An event organized by the band Today Is Autumn, in memory of the talented actor who committed suicide in July. The evening starts with a screening of Jia’s most avant-garde movie, Frozen, followed by music from Today Is Autumn, Surprise and Two Face Country. RMB 40 (includes a free drink). 8pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Mr. Freeman Members of the pop band come from Beijing and Europe – they want to share their understanding about freedom. RMB 40, RMB 30 (advance). 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611) Pacalolo Shut up and move with the beat. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Amores Perros Alejandro González Iñárritu explores the layers of life in Mexico City in this tale of dogﬁghting-gone-bad. A fatal car accident connects the stories of a homeless man, a happy couple and a man trying to run away with his sister-in-law. Part of the Bicentenary Film Series. Free. 7pm. Instituto Cervantes (5879 9666) Classic Lunch Series: Janice YK Lee on Jane Austen In collaboration with Penguin, this is the second in a series of ﬁve lunches where noted Penguin authors discuss their favorite classic. Janice Lee will discuss Emma. RMB 150. Noon. The Bookworm (6503 2050) American Streetdance: Rhythm in the Sole All manner of modern dance is presented with an urban twist. Think Stomp the Yard, You Got Served and Save the Last Dance. RMB 120-220. 8.30pm. The Star Live (6425 5677)

OCT 23 BARS & CLUBS Git Some! David Mitchell plays everything from soul to Motown and beyond. Free. 10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239) Guest DJ Party Who will it be? Free. 9pm. ChinaDoll (5136 5871/72) Let’s Get Mojitoed! Buy-one-get-one-free mojitos. Free. 9pm-1am. Scarlett (6552 3600) Midnight Clash Hip-hop tonight. Kid Fresh and Suivez lead the way, with support from Punk resident Saul D. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222) Section 6 Flying the ﬂag for local hip-hop. RMB 30. 9.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Syndicate Sessions

OCTOBER 2010

EVENTS La Monnaie. An international cast is complemented by Han Feng’s costumes and Zhang Huan’s set design. RMB 80-180. 6.30pm. Poly Theater (6500 1188 ext 5126/5127)

LIVING Chinese Dumpling and Noodle-Making Class See Oct 12. 6.30-8.30pm. Daytrip to Badachu Admire the beauty of Beijing’s surrounding temples, forest and hills as the leaves change from green to red and gold. RMB 200, RMB 150 (advance). 7.30am-5pm. Register at contact@cultureyard.net or call 8404 4166. www.cultureyard.net

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FROM OCT 15: WALL STREET – MONEY NEVER SLEEPS It looks like money might sleep in the office. DJ LYDNB headlines with a two-hour set, with vocals from MC Hijinx. Blackie, Slide and Dan support alongside special guest Harikiri, over from the UK. RMB 50, free (before 11pm). 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Wasabi Sound X.L.F. brings tangy electronic beats. Free. 10pm. The House (138 1188 2470)

MUSIC Free Jazz Night Yakshieva Maral from Russia along with Chinese jazz soundmakers. Free. 8pm. Raying Temple (137 1698 0276) Hang on the Box One of the oldest girl bands in Beijing celebrate their reforming at the same place where they held their goodbye party three years ago. RMB 60, RMB 50 (students). 9pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Jörg Tannenberg Jazz Trio Local German jazz trio with Jörg Tannenberg on guitar, Sebastian Meyer on double bass and Gilbert Kuhn on drums. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050) Super Junior Beijing Concert How can you miss a 13-member boy band from Korea? RMB 580-1,280. Time TBD. Capital Gymnasium (6835 8306) Zhacube, Zhao Jieqiong, Olivier Roussel Extreme experimental music followed by gentle pop songs. RMB 30 (includes a draft beer). 9.30pm. What Bar (159 0123 6743)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Amores Perros See Oct 22.

LIVING Games Yard: Mahjong Morning, Part 1 Sit down for a class of mahjong in this two-part workshop. See Oct 30. RMB 70, RMB 20 (advance). 10am-1pm. Register at contact@cultureyard.net or call 8404 4166. www.cultureyard.net Ukrainian Club Meeting Show your Ukrainian pride and meet other Ukies by attending the ﬁrst monthly meeting of the Beijing club. Free. 7pm. Register at larissa.paschyn@gmail.com

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2010 Beijing Marathon Follow the action for 26-plus miles of sheer agony. The fun starts at Tiananmen Square. 8am. Free. Check out the route at www.beijing-marathon.com.

EXPLORE

Last Gasp Sailing Weekend Through Oct 24. Your last chance to get on the high seas before the season ends. From RMB 600 per day. Details at sailing@beijingsailing.com.

EXPLORE Eunuchs and Arts Explore a complex of temples and tombs in the Western Hills. Built by eunuchs, the temples feature frescoes dating back to the Renaissance period. Meet in front of McDonald’s at Ginza Mall (southeast corner of Dongzhimen Qiao). RMB 160, RMB 128 (children under 16). 1-7pm. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel.com) www.90percenttravel.com

OCT 23-31 ARTS & CULTURE Celluloid China Real Festival BC MOMA shows all of the important Chinese-language ﬁlms of the last two decades ... with English subtitles. Screenings include Black Snow, In the Heat of Summer and Yellow Earth. BC MOMA (8438 8253)

OCT 24 DINING Pastry Class Discover the art of gourmet baking with French pastry chef Jean-Luc Vasseur. Includes dinner and wines in Trattoria La Gondola. RMB 398+15%. 3-6pm. Kempinski Hotel (6465 3388 ext 4200)

MUSIC Finger Family The pop-rock “ﬁngers” are celebrating their two-year anniversary. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 8.30pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Li Dong Band Folk Night Yes, it’s a folk night. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Semele Handel’s opera about Dionysus’ mother is brought to life in a co-production by the KT Wong Foundation and Brussels’

Eunuchs and Arts See Oct 23.

OCT 25 LIVING China Mega-Forum for Entrepreneurship & Innovation Until Oct 26. Learn about business from all angles at this two-day summit. Register at www.chinamegaforum.com/registration, or contact Oscar Liu at 6569 1933 ext 243. RMB 2,400. Shangri-La’s Kerry Centre Hotel (6569 1933 ext 272)

OCT 26 BARS & CLUBS Lan Fourth Anniversary Week Four nights of cabaret. Think Moulin Rouge or Chicago. Advance booking required. RMB 688 (for two). 7pm (art gallery opening and cocktails), 8.30pm-12.30am (cabaret). Lan Club (5109 6012/13)

MUSIC Robin Fox, Liu Xinyu Aussie guy Robin Fox mixes audible and visible arts with Chinese geek Liu Xinyu. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE China Through Cinema: Hero Pretend you’re back in ancient times. Qin Shihuang has just crowned himself emperor of a united China – and everybody wants to kill him. Starring Jet Li. Drinks and popcorn provided. RMB 25. 6.30-10pm. Reserve at workshop@cultureyard.net. Culture Yard (8404 4166) www.cultureyard.net Classical Music in China – A Talk with Nick Frisch Why is classical music so popular in China? Nick Frisch will tell you why and more. RMB 20, RMB 30 (non-members). 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

LIVING Business Networking Evening Make it your business to promote yourself, and you might ﬁnd the fulcrum to your next career path. Register at eventbj@fcclub.com or 139 1109 8002.

Price and venue TBD Lecture: British Club Coffee Morning Dr. Lisa Carolyn Li discusses stereotypes of the traveling spouse. All foreign passport holders welcome. No jeans or sneakers. RMB 60, RMB 40 (members). 10am-noon. Capital Club (8486 2225) www.thecapitalclub.com

OCT 27 BARS & CLUBS Lan Fourth Anniversary Week See Oct 26. 7pm (dinner), 8pm-midnight (cabaret).

MUSIC Blackwater Irish trad. Free. 9pm. Salud, Nanluogu Xiang (6402 5086) Christina Jaccard “Zurich’s First Lady of Black Music” shows Chinese audiences her passion for African-American music. RMB 40, RMB 30 (advance). 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611)

ARTS & CULTURE Oil on Water – A Book Talk with Sam Chambers Oil, and its shifting geopolitical importance, is discussed by a man who reported from onboard oil tankers. RMB 20, RMB 30 (non-members). 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

SPORT Beijing Guoan vs. Dalian Shide The capital welcomes China’s football giants. Tickets at 5905 9082 or Workers’ Stadium. RMB 30-100. 7.30pm. Workers’ Stadium (6501 6655)

OCT 28 DINING Wine Tasting Learn about wine and taste Rhone Valley wines from Maison Delas while nibbling on paired canapés. RMB 180. 6.30-8pm. W Dine and Wine (137 1770 9781)

BARS & CLUBS Lan Fourth Anniversary Week See Oct 26. 7pm (dinner), 8pm-midnight (cabaret). Pop Levi & Bunny Holiday Vintage hip-hop meets electro with rapper Holiday and producer Pop Levi. Local electro king LIman provides backup. RMB 80, RMB 50 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

MUSIC Christmas, Dub Bros, Low Bow Electric can get funky and funny. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Comics and Animation: Past, Present and Future Professor Li of CAFA hosts a conference to celebrate the International Day of Animation. Followed by an evening devoted to such ﬁlms. Free (seating limited). 6pm. French Cultural Center (6553 2678)

LIVING ORIENTED Happy Hour

Drinks-fueled networking with a lucky draw to boot. Reserve your spot at www. oriented.com/rsvp. RMB 100, RMB 50 (pre-registered). 7-9pm. Loong Bar, JW Marriott Beijing (5908 8906)

OCT 29 DINING Gala Italian Dinner Indulge in six courses of northern Italian delicacies prepared by Michelin-chef Igor Macchia, including lamb marinated in coﬀee. RMB 888+15%, includes wine. 7pm. Fratelli Fresh, Renaissance Beijing Capital (5863 8203)

BARS & CLUBS Alfa ‘80s Halloween Party Thriller-themed fun. Drink specials for those in costume and a Michael Jackson dance-oﬀ. Free. 9pm. Alfa (6413 0086)

OCT 30 BARS & CLUBS Absolut-ly G Buy-one-get-one-free Absolut vodka cocktails. Free. 9pm-1am. Scarlett (6552 3600) ChinaDoll Halloween Party The theme is “Eight Immortals Across the Sea.” Prize valued at RMB 10,000 for the best costume. RMB 50, free (in costume, before 10.30pm). 9pm. ChinaDoll (5136 5871/72) Halloween Party Drag shows, performances from Glee courtesy of a male choir, bodybuilders and spanking DJs rule this Halloween party. Dress code: eye-popping pleasure. Ticket proceeds go to Beijing LGBT Center. For more information, see www.queercomrades.com. RMB 50, RMB 30 (advance).

Awards by you, dear reader. Freak up and freak out to DJs including Yang Bing, Usami, Blackie, Ouyang and X Lee. RMB 150, RMB 80 (advance), RMB 50 (limited edition available at Clubzone.cn, Lush and Aperitivo). 10pm. 706 Factory, 798 art district

MUSIC Demerit, Flyx, Cold Case, Defy Hardcore punk night. Old fashion can be the new fashion. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Faye Wong See Oct 29. Mademoiselle et son Orchestre A great night of gypsy jazz – complete with accordion! Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050) Queen Sea Big Shark The sharks have ﬁnally ﬁnished their new

THREE TO SEE

Hot Pot The latest installment of DJ Wordy’s popular party. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222)

ARTS & CULTURE

Lan Fourth Anniversary Week See Oct 26. 7pm (dinner), 8pm-midnight (cabaret).

Happy Halloween Party Rock & roll is not the only dress code for tonight. Figure out your outﬁt and frolic with the bands. The lineup includes Free the Birds (Ziyo) and more. RMB 50. 9pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

Faye Wong The “queen” returns to the stage after years of silence. It’s such a waste of time trying to describe her. Tickets at 400 810 1887. RMB 300-2,500. 8pm. Wukesong Arena (6828 6386)

China New Design – Nicholas Hanna The architect will share his field notes on areas as diverse as rain and law. Free. 4.30pm. UCCA (8459 9269) El Angel del Acrodeon Northern Colombia’s vallenato music is said to have a certain magic. María Camila Lizarazu’s film shows the happiness that it brings to everyday things. Part of the Bicentenary Film Series. Free. 7pm. Instituto Cervantes (5879 9666) Modern Dance: VOY – Beyond the Words TAO Dance Theater and musician-vocalist Veronique Truffot present a co-produced dance spectacular. RMB 200, RMB 150 (advance). 8pm. La Plantation (6433 6920)

DINING Spooky Bubbalicious Halloween-themed brunch buﬀet includes a pumpkin-carving competition as well as face painting and candy hunts for the kids. RMB 428+15% (includes unlimited champagne), RMB 214+15% (kids 6-12). 11.30am-3pm. Seasonal Tastes, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880)

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ARTS & CULTURE

OCT 31

Faye Wong See Oct 29.

Birdstriking Enjoy post-punk with the birds. RMB 30 (includes a draft beer). 9.30pm. What Bar (159 0123 6743)

Residence A, Me Guan Me, Mr. Rotten, Today Is Autumn Punk regulars jam at their home base. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

LIVING Games Yard: Mahjong Morning, Part 2 Put your acquired knowledge to the test in an intense game with locals. See Oct 23.

BARS & CLUBS

S.O.S Party Mix CD giveaways from the local crew. Free. 10pm. The House (138 1188 2470)

Pet Conspiracy, Dr. Feel Good Zippo Hot List Night. Purchase a Zippo lighter at the Plastered 8 store and get vouchers for two free tickets for this show. More bands to be announced. RMB 80, RMB 50 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

Modern Dance: VOY – Beyond the Words See Oct 29.

Q Bar Halloween Come on, how scary can cocktails be? Free. 10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239)

Sherlock Groove See Oct 2.

Lonely China Day LCD makes the garage-like place into a music lab. RMB 59.9. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

Image Australia The opening of the exhibition to showcase the product of the Red Gate Gallery’s Cultural Exchange Program between China and Australia. Red Gate Gallery (6525 1005)

Punk Rock KTV Come out to D-22 on Halloween prepared to sing, scream and make a fool out of yourself. The D-22 punk all-stars will provide the music while you wail along to your favorite tunes. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students), free (if you wear a costume). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

OCT 19: RLPO – JOHN LENNON SONGBOOK

Liverpool legend’s legacy as performed by the city’s philharmonic orchestra.

ARTS & CULTURE

OCT 3: CHINA IN 1971, CHINA IN 1997

Beijing Music Festival Closing Ceremony See Oct 30.

OCT 28: COMICS AND ANIMATION: PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE

Modern Dance: VOY – Beyond the Words See Oct 29. 5pm.

Differing docos are dusted off: Chine (1971) and China, from the Abacus to the Computer (1997). The International Day of Animation brings a talk and screenings. 9pm. Tun (6585 5866) Hip Drop See Oct 16. “Cash Money” Halloween Party RMB 5,000 cash prize for the best costume. For reservations, call Hill on 138 1085 8776. Free. 9pm. Bling (5905 6999) Spooked Halloween Party Acupuncture’s popular fright night returns. Techno, house and retro get a room each. After party at The House. For more information, contact 189 1079 8566 (English) or 139 1055 0676 (Chinese). RMB 150, RMB 80 (advance). 9pm-5am. Lan Club (5109 6012/13) Suzie Wong’s Halloween Party The most glamorous dress-up in town. RSVP to 138 1112 3770. RMB 100. 10pm. Suzie Wong’s (6500 3377) Yen Fetish Halloween Party Last year’s was voted “Party of the Year” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Bar & Club

songs, and they’re ready to launch the new album at Zhangzizhong Lu. RMB 80. 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) The Song Remains the Same Folk musicians unite: Wu Tun, Dongzi, Zhao Muyang, Zhao Yiran, Liu Dongming and more. RMB 120, RMB 100 (advance). 8pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Strings, Soul Doctors, Ugly Dumplings Classic rock covers and more. RMB 30 (includes a draft beer). 9.30pm. What Bar (159 0123 6743)

ARTS & CULTURE Beijing Music Festival Closing Ceremony The opera Song of Farewell closes the 13th incarnation of the festival. RMB 80-880. 7.30pm. Poly Theatre (6500 1188 ext 5126/5127) El Angel del Acrodeon See Oct 29.

SPORT Formula 1 Seoul Grand Prix Reason for more millionaires to arrive in the Hermit Kingdom. Time TBD

LIVING Best of the West: Halloween Special All the traditional Halloween activities, including bobbing for apples, pumpkincarving and watching scary movies like The Shining. Soft drinks, pumpkins and popcorn are provided. RMB 50. 6-11pm. Register at contact@cultureyard.net or call 8404 4166. www.cultureyard.net Speed Dating Chat with prospects for six minutes, then move on to another person. No need for an awkward exit strategy. It’s a brilliant way to meet new people – and if you’re lucky, to land that all-important ﬁrst date. RMB 150 (includes a drink and appetizers). 7pm. Venue TBA. (131 6122 9172) www.ﬁshbowlevents.com

OCTOBER 2010

EVENTS EXPLORE Architecture Tour Are Beijing’s modern architectural marvels really all that? Discuss on this tour. Meet at the pavilion at the top of the hill at Jingshan Park. RMB 160, RMB 128 (children under 16). 1-7pm. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel. com) www.90percenttravel.com

MONDAYS DINING Burger Burger Mondays Come hungry. Two-for-one on all signature burgers. 4pm. Blue Frog (6417 4030)

BARS & CLUBS Bookworm Pub Quiz Ask a silly question, get a trivial answer. Prizes to be won. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

The night of a week to discover the pioneering and bizarre. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 8pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

SPORT Gaelic Football Beijing Gaelic Football Club holds weekly men’s and women’s practice games every Tuesday in the city; all skill levels are welcome. Details at beijinggaa@yahoo. com or www.beijinggaa.org. 7pm.

LIVING Tai Chi Course Oct 12-Nov 16. Drawing from martial arts, Taoist philosophy and medicine, taijiquan is composed of slow and graceful (or sometimes swift and powerful) movements that keep the body in motion and the mind tranquil. RMB 150, RMB 480 (4 classes). 7.30-9pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

Feel like salami? Ham? Both? Get a large platter of cold cuts and one bottle of house wine for RMB 218. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880) Jazz Night What goes well with pad thai and green chicken curry? Jazz, obviously. Rotating musicians entertain weekly. 8pm. Purple Haze Courtyard (6501 9345)

BARS & CLUBS Bling Loves Ladies Night Free mojitos and cosmopolitans for ladies. RMB 100 open bar for the gents. Free. 9pm. Bling (5905 6999) Frank’s Quiz Where are you now? Win money. RMB 20. 8pm. Frank’s Place (6437 8399) Hump Day Mid-week drinks discounts. Free. 9pm. Pyro (8286 6240) Ladies’ Night House wine is on the house, gender per-

Joya East meets west with this all-girl jazz band playing pipa and erhu. Free. 9-11.30pm. ChinaDoll (5136 5871/72)

THREE TO SEE MUSIC

Movie Night Flicks on the screen. Free dessert if you buy dinner between 7-9pm. Free. 8pm. Lush (8286 3566)

Irish Volunteer Quiz How much do you get paid? 6pm. The Irish Volunteer (150 1112 4113) Open Mic Night Brave a demanding crowd and get a drink for your eﬀorts. Free. 8.30pm. Paddy O’Shea’s (6415 6389) Quiz Night How many, when and where? Free. 8pm. Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q (6591 9161) Stumble Inn Quiz Night How many beers do you have? Free. 7.30pm. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794)

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Basketball Play with the Angels. 6.30pm. General Administration of Sport of China Training Centre. www.angels-club.com.cn

EXPLORE Cambodia: Angkor Wat Explore Cambodia, from Phnom Penh to Angkor Wat, on this ﬁve-day tour. RMB 5,950 (includes round-trip airfare, minimum two people). Asialive Travel (5823 7217, contact@asialive.net.cn) www.asialive.net.cn

Wind Down at the Wine Club Discover the world’s wine regions with sommelier Julia Zhu. Includes ﬁve wines, expert commentary and canapés. RMB 150+15%. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030)

BARS & CLUBS OCT 4: THE VASCO ERA

Blues-rock band from Down Under rocks out Wudaokou’s hottest punk base.

OCT 3: MODERN SKY MUSIC FESTIVAL (DAY 2)

Performances by Brett Anderson, Re-tros and many more.

OCT 29-31: FAYE WONG

The queen is back. Long live the queen.

EVERY TUE & THU SPORT Beijing Devils Training Rugby training out at Dulwich Legend Gardens, Shunyi. Free bus leaves The Den at 7.15pm. Women’s Rugby Rugby training out at Dulwich Legend Gardens, Shunyi. Free bus leaves The Den at 7.15pm. Contact Amy at 152 0148 7305 or haggisgoeswild@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAYS DINING Buy One Burger, Get One Free From steakhouse to swiss & ’shrooms – double your fun. 4pm. All-Star Sports Bar & Grill (5905 6999) Cold Cut Combo Night

Zoomin’ Night

Badminton Shuttlecock shenanigans. 7-10pm. Contact John at johnsk_ho@hotmail.com.

Bodega Fever All-you-can-eat tapas for RMB 88. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880)

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EVERY MON & WED

Brazilian Night Samba and bossa nova from live band. Buy-one-get-one-free mojitos and caipirinhas. Buy two bottles of Bacardi, get one free. Free. 9-11.30pm. ChinaDoll (5136 5871/72)

MUSIC University Rock Night Student bands shoot for stars. RMB 20, RMB 10 (students). 8pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

Apothecary Brisket and Ribs Slow-cooked brisket and ribs, courtesy of Louisiana chef Max Levy. RMB 300 (feeds 2-4 people). Apothecary (5208 6040)

Calligraphy Beginners Course Conducted in English, the class is designed for Western learners, covering everything from the meaning to the evolution of the characters. You don’t have to be able to write Chinese – just be enthusiastic and willing to hold a brush. RMB 160, RMB 480 (four classes). 7.30-9pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

TUESDAYS

Pomegranate Quiz How do you spell pomegranate? Free. 7.45pm. The Pomegranate (8046 2558)

THURSDAYS

LIVING

Feng Shui Course Oct 11-27. Master Lin will teach you how to redecorate your home, feng shui-style. RMB 1,000 (6 sessions). 7.30-9pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

for every round and more. Free. 8.30pm. Paddy O’Shea’s (6415 6389)

mitting. Free. 8-10pm. Dao Le (5821 1353) Love Fever Join in the weekly casting call from 9-11pm and audition to star in a movie. Aside from the star-spotting, it’s ladies’ night (free vodka cocktails until 1am) soundtracked by electro. Buy two bottles of 42 Below vodka, get one free. Free. 9pm. ChinaDoll (5136 5871/72) Lush Pub Quiz How many students does it take to change a light bulb? Come early for a seat. Winners take home a bottle of Jack. Free. 8pm. Lush (8286 3566) Martini Wednesdays Beijing’s best martinis? Possibly. Ten of them discounted? Deﬁnitely. Free. 6-10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239) Open Bar All-you-can-drink. RMB 50 (guys), RMB 30 (girls). 8.30pm. Solutions (8586 3517) Paddy’s Quiz Which quiz host swears the most? Prizes

Beer Pong Throw a ball into a cup, win drinks. Free. 8pm. Pyro (8286 6240) Champagne Night Buy one bottle of Piper-Heidsieck, get one free. Free. 9pm. ChinaDoll (5136 5871/72) Exposed: Ladies’ Night Free VnC cocktails and second-floor “girlsonly” zone. Free. 9pm. Zeta Bar (5865 5050) Girls’ Night Out Free vodka drinks from 10pm-1am for the ladies, and 30 percent off all bottles. Free. 10pm. Xiu (8567 1108) Ladies Night Three free drinks for ladies. Free. 8.30pm. Solutions (8586 3517) One Night of Martini Buy one martini from a selection of flavors, get one free. Nice. Free. 7pm-midnight. First Lounge (8522 1999 ext 3607)

MUSIC Liu Yue Guitar Trio Jazz lines read by classic guitar. Free. 9.30pm. East Shore Live Jazz Cafe (8403 2131)

SPORT Handball All are welcome to come and try the game. Contact Marcus at m.wachtmeister@gmx.

de or Severine at sjeulin@yahoo. Full details at www.handballinchina.org. 7pm. Beijing City International School

LIVING Drawing Course for Beginners Oct 14-Dec 2. Brush up on old drawing skills or start completely from scratch. You’ll pick up the basics of drawing – using pencil, graphite sticks, charcoal and more – in no time. RMB 1,800 (8 weeks, not including materials). 9.30am-noon. Beijing Color Studio (136 7129 5154) www. beijingcolorstudio.com Live Zen Course Learn from a Buddhist layman every week, with occasional visits by real Zen Buddhist monks. RMB 150, RMB 400 (4 classes). 7.30-9.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org Workshop: English Club Foreign teachers help improve your English through role-play, music, quizzes and debates. Reserve at workshop@cultureyard.net. RMB 75/ workshop, RMB 250/month. Discounts for students. 10am-6pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166) www.cultureyard.net

FRIDAYS DINING BBQ at St. Regis Outdoor barbeque in the charming St. Regis garden. RMB 258+15% (including wine and beer). 6.30-10.30pm. Garden Court, St. Regis Hotel (6460 6688 ext 2340) Seafood Carnival Dive into king crabs, oysters, lobster, caviar and salmon – have it steamed, fried or roasted to your taste at live cooking stations. RMB 328+15% (including beer and wine). 6-10pm. Elements, Hilton Beijing (5865 5020)

BARS & CLUBS Basement Two-for-one drink specials until midnight. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222) Chill Out Out with the laptops, in with the cocktails and jazz. Free. 8-11pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507) Free Keg Night The ﬁrst keg of beer is free. By the time it’s done, you’ll be ready for happy hour. Free. 8pm. Pyro (8286 6240) Live & Direct Live music takes you into the weekend. Free. 9pm. Lush (8286 3566) Shot Night RMB 5 for a Kamikaze or tequila. Free. 8.30pm. Solutions (8586 3517) Thank Funk It’s Friday Half-price drinks from 6-9pm. Free. 6pm. Zeta Bar (5865 5050) Thank God It’s Friday All standard drinks for RMB 25 from 6-10pm. Plus, TGIF coupons let you get your sixth drink free (coupons valid every Friday). Free. 6pm. Scarlett (6552 3600)

MUSIC Xia Jia Piano Trio Jazz pianist operates on his keyboards. Free. 10pm. East Shore Live Jazz Cafe (8403 2131)

EXPLORE Taiwan: Charm and Grandeur

A ten-day trip exploring mystic temples, gold-mining villages and the natural beauty of southern Taiwan. RMB 12,200. TUI China (8519 8999, private-tours@ tui.cn) www.tui.cn

EVERY FRI & SAT DINING Greenfish Seafood Extravaganza Get wrecked in a briny sea of crabs, scallops, oysters and lobster, where the wine flows like the tide. RMB 328+15% (including free-flowing wine and soft drinks), kids half-price. 5.30-9.30pm. Greenfish, Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street (6601 6666 ext 6255)

SATURDAYS DINING Black Sesame Saturday Gourmet Learn the secrets of Chinese cooking in a courtyard kitchen. Includes demonstration, hands-on cooking, and a leisurely afternoon lunch. RMB 300. 1-4pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408) www.blacksesamekitchen.com Pasta Galore Three-course lunch with Chef Paolo’s family recipes. RMB 125. 11.30-2.30pm. Trattoria La Gondola, Kempinski Hotel (6465 3388 ext. 4215) Taste of Brazil SALT oﬀers Brazil’s national dish, feijoada. Traditionally eaten on Saturday, this stew features slow-cooked beans and homemade sausage with seasoned rice. RMB 148. Noon-3pm. SALT (6437 8457)

BARS & CLUBS DJ Maxwell Resident spins tunes till late. Free. 9pm. Scarlett (6552 3600)

MUSIC Liu Yuan Saxophone Quartet China’s jazz forefather keeps the Houhai shores smooth. Free. 10pm. East Shore Live Jazz Cafe (8403 2131)

SPORT Aussie Rules Nine-a-side on grass. No wonder they say g’day a lot. More details at beijingfooty@yahoo.com. 2pm. Jade Gardens Field Hockey Ice hockey minus the ﬁghts and ice. For more info, e-mail bjhockeyclub@hotmail. com. 1pm. Beijing Olympic Center Golf Happy Hour Free golf lessons, for free. Free. 2-3pm. SGA (400 650 5169) Hiking Get out in the great outdoors. Prices and times vary. www.udoadventure.com or 136 1124 1407.

EXPLORE North Korea Discovery A four-day trip to visit China’s dear neighbor. RMB 7,900 (includes round-trip airfare, minimum two people). Asialive Travel (5823 7217, contact@asialive.net.cn) www.asialive.net.cn

SUNDAYS

OCT 6: LIFE IN A VINEYARD A vine time guaranteed.

DINING American Sunday Roast Prime beef rib cut tableside with all the trimmings, plus traditional desserts. RMB 178+15%, RMB 98+15% extra for wine buffet. Noon-3pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030) Apothecary Fried Chicken Share a whole fried chicken with ’slaw and buttermilk biscuits, courtesy of Louisiana chef Max Levy. RMB 200, RMB 100 (for half). Apothecary (5208 6040) Aroma Gourmet Brunch Lobster, oysters, foie gras, international cheeses and a Sunday roast. RMB 398+15% (includes unlimited Piper Heidsieck champagne). 11.30am-2.30pm. Aroma, Ritz-Carlton Beijing (5908 8161) Bellini Brunching What’s better than champagne? Bellinis. Free-flow orange, passionfruit, or lychee bellinis and other wines with unlimited orders off Fennel’s brunch menu, which include eggs benedict and Singaporean laksa. RMB 279 (RMB 198 with no alcohol). 11am-3pm. Fennel (6436 1818) Bubbalicious An array of cold and hot dishes and desserts, along with juice and smoothie stations. A kids’ corner entertains the young’uns. RMB 368+15% (includes unlimited champagne), RMB 149+15% (kids 6-12). 11.30am-3.30pm. Seasonal Tastes, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880) Bubbly Sundays Caviar, live seafood, tartare stations, makeyour-own sushi rolls, teppanyaki ice cream and much more. RMB 368+15% (includes free flow of Pommery Pop champagne), RMB 148+15% (kids younger than 12), free (kids under 6). 11.30am-3pm. Senses, Westin Financial Street (6629 7810) FIZZtastic Champagne Brunch Premium Taittinger Champagne on free-flow and a lip-smacking array of international gastronomy. The “Kidz Paradise” features a special food buffet, cartoons and toys for the tots. RMB 368+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Vasco’s, Hilton Wangfujing (5812 8888 ext 8411) Sunday Champagne Brunch Get your bubbly on at Greenfish’s lavish Sunday brunch featuring pan-fried foie gras, seared beef medallions and grilled lobster served tableside. RMB 348+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Greenfish, Ritz-Carlton

Financial St (6601 6666 ext 6255) Sureño Set Sunday Lunch Enjoy a selection of tapas dishes, a soup and one main course from the menu. RMB 188+15%, RMB 298+15% (including champagne). Noon-3pm. Sureño, The Opposite House (6410 5240)

BARS & CLUBS Jazz Night Vienna-trained Chinese diva sings. Free. 9-11.30pm. ChinaDoll (5136 5871/72) Lush Open Mic Show oﬀ your talents for 15 minutes of fame and a free beer. Past acts have ranged from free-style rap battles to tap dancing. Free. 9pm. Lush (8286 3566)

MUSIC Moreno Donadel Trio Italian pianist collaborates with a few Beijingers. Free. 9.30pm. East Shore Live Jazz Cafe (8403 2131)

SPORT Badminton Shuttlecock shenanigans. 10am-noon. Contact John at johnsk_ho@hotmail.com. Basketball Play with the Angels. 2pm. General Administration of Sport of China Training Centre. www.angels-club.com.cn Flag Football The only American football group in Beijing plays ﬂag football for weekend fun. Contact Yoyao Hsueh at yoyaoh@gmail. com or 159 0120 2499. 3pm. Chaoyang Park Gaelic Football Men’s and women’s practice games every Sunday; all skill levels are welcome. Details at beijinggaa@yahoo.com or www. beijinggaa.org. 3pm. WAB (8456 4155) Hash House Harriers Run every Sunday, then drink like a sailor on leave. Meet at Tim’s Texas BBQ at 1pm. Runs usually last an hour, covering about 7-8km. Each run is RMB 20 and includes beer and water along the way. www.hash.cn Touch Rugby You can practice touching on the free bus from The Den. www.beijingdevils.com Water Polo Beijing Ducks play most Sundays. All skill levels welcome. For more info, contact

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EVENTS richard.andrew.young@gmail.com. 2pm. International School of Beijing Women’s Lacrosse Practice takes place every Sunday at 10am. Equipment is provided. Cost of pitch fees is shared. Contact Fiona at ﬁonaboyle66@hotmail.com. Women’s Soccer The Odds and Ends are Beijing’s only amateur 11-a-side football team for women. Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to World Cup winners. Matches or practice every week. Free. 1pm. Beijing Geological University. Contact Wenhui at 8526 2420 ext 111 or wf7788@hotmail.com.

LIVING Live Zen Course Gain insight into Zen each week with a Buddhist layman and occasional visits by real Zen Buddhist monks. RMB 150, RMB 400 (4 classes). 7.30-9.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org Workshop: English Club Foreign teachers help improve your English through role-play, music, quizzes and debates. Reserve at workshop@cultureyard.net. RMB 75 per workshop, RMB 250/month. Discounts for students. 10am-6pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166) www.cultureyard.net

cuisines include Cantonese, Hunan, Sichuan and Beijing homestyle. RMB 220, RMB 200 (members). The Hutong (159 0104 6127) www.the-hutong.com Chow Down on Dim Sum All month. Stuﬀ yourself at lunch with allyou-can-eat a la carte dim sum created by a dim sum master at Ming Court. RMB 98. 11.30am-2.30pm. Ming Court, Langham Place (6457 5555) Culinary Walking Tour All month. Create your own Chinese kitchen and learn about seasonal shopping and TCM cooking concepts on a shopping tour. RMB 80, RMB 70 (members). The Hutong (159 0104 6127) www.the-hutong.com Evening Wine Ritual All month. Unwind from a rough day in sophisticated surrounding with freeﬂowing wines and cocktails, including some featured wines. Canapes and snacks also provided. RMB 198+15%. 5.30-7pm. Press Club Bar, St. Regis Hotel (6460 6688 ext 2360) Game Time Oct 11-24. Aria’s new chef Matthew McCool presents a selection of game such as wild boar, guinea fowl, venison and white rabbit in a set menu with wine pairings. RMB 588. 6-10pm. Aria, China World Hotel (6505 5838)

DINING

Hungry for Hummus? Weekdays. Middle Eastern favorite Rumi is oﬀering a lunch buﬀet that includes many of their most popular menu items. RMB 88. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm. Rumi (8454 3838)

Dim Sum Madness Dim sum buﬀet menu featuring 20 gourmet essentials, as well as baby abalone and chilled teas. RMB 199 for two. 11.30am-3pm. Celestial Court Restaurant, St. Regis Hotel (6460 6688)

Late Supper All month. Perfect for those wanting latenight gourmet munchies. Terra is oﬀering a selection of dishes with special wine pairings selected by owner Gaby Alves. 11pm-1am. Terra (6591 9148)

Luxurious Brunch at Maison Boulud Pick and choose from a large selection of delectable courses. 11am-4pm. RMB 258 (4 courses), RMB 218 (3 courses), RMB 168 (2 courses). Maison Boulud (6559 9200)

Lots o’ Lobster All month. Canadian lobsters are rolling into the Westin Chaoyang. The Grange, Zen5es, and Seasonal Tastes all have lobster set menus. Westin Chaoyang (5922 8880)

WEEKENDS

Tea at Tiananmen Enjoy a luxurious afternoon – nibble on an array of freshly baked scones, ﬁnger sandwiches, delectable cakes and pastries. 3-5pm. RMB 138. Capital M (6702 2727)

SPORT The TREK Peloton Road Bike Cycling Club Rental bikes are available. Riders are divided into groups based on ﬁtness levels and speed. More information at tom@thebeijingpeloton.com or at www.thebeijingpeloton.com.

ONGOING DINING Autumn’s Hairy Crabs Oct 18-31. It’s fall, and time to dig into hairy crabs. Enjoy these sweet and succulent little creatures at Zen5es. 11am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. Zen5es, Westin Chaoyang (5922 8880) Boutique Beergustation Mon-Sat. Gourmet Octoberfest merriment from SALT means a 5-course menu paired with ﬁve great beers! Fresh oysters with Old Stout, ceviche with Pale Ale, and chipotle ribs with Blue Star Wheat ... 6-10.30pm. SALT (6437 8457) Chinese Regional Cuisine All month. Discover the art of chopping, marinating and stir-frying. Featured

OCTOBER 2010

Oysters From All Over All month. An array of delicious oysters imported from South Africa, the US, Japan and France to celebrate oyster season. Lan Club (5109 6012) Portuguese Wonders All month. “Catch Me If You Can” seafood buffet will include Portuguese acorda, a mashed bread with seafood and pasteis de bacalhau, a fried codcake. Lunch, RMB 208+15%, dinner RMB 238+15%. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-9.30pm. Vasco’s, Hilton Wangfujing (5812 8888 ext 8411) Theme Lunch Buffets All month. A different culinary adventure every day of the week – from Bavarian specialties on Wednesday to barbecues on Sunday. RMB 188+15%. 11.30am-2.30pm. Café 99, The Regent Beijing (8522 1888) Time for Tea All month. Enjoy a legendary high tea in the elegant Garden Lounge and partake of tea, cakes, scones and spring rolls. RMB 168+15%. 2-5pm. St. Regis (6460 6688) Traditional English Tea All month. Indulge in tea and scones as well as other dainty delights in the elegance of Writer’s Bar at Raffles. RMB 268. Daily 2.30-5.30pm. Writer’s Bar, Raffles Hotel (6526 3388 ext 4181) Two-for-One Business Lunch All month. Set lunch menu is two-forone this month. RMB 100+15% for two courses, RMB 130+15% for three courses. Noon-2.30pm. One East, Hilton Beijing

(5865 5030) Three-Michelin-Star French Dining Oct 13-19. Treat yourself to a rare dining experience as Christophe Müller, a three-Michelin-star chef of the famous “L’auberge du Pont de Collonges,” guestcooks at Le Pré Lenôtre. Le Pré Lenôtre, Soﬁtel (6666 6528) Venetian Chinese Oct 1-24. Chef Fabrizio is blending Asian ingredients such as green tea and sea cucumbers into his Northern Italian dishes for a special fusion delight. Prego, Westin Financial Street (6629 7815) Wine Tasting Classes All month. Learn how to taste wines like the experts, and get your Wine & Spirit Education Trust certiﬁcation. There are three levels, at various costs. Includes all study materials, exam fees, and of course, wines! Dragon Phoenix Fine Wine Consulting (5960 4050, info@longfengwines.com)

BARS & CLUBS Allie Webb Mon-Sat. LA singer belts out pop and jazz tunes. Free. 8pm-midnight (Mon-Thu), 9pm-1am (Fri-Sat). Aria (6505 2266 ext 6644) Jackson Twins Mon-Sat. Funk and soul classics from the ’70s and ’80s golden age. Free. 10pm. Lan Club (5109 6012/13) Kokoh Conley Mon-Sat. Jazz singer whose talents extend to writing and producing her own music. Free. 8pm. Centro (6561 8833) Oktoberfest Festivities Oct 8-24. Come raise a glass of homebrewed beer during Oktoberfest and celebrate Bavarian tradition with delicious beer, hearty food, showgirls and live music from Donautal Duo. Free. Band plays 6.30-10.30pm daily. Paulaner Bräuhaus, Kempinski Hotel (6465 3388 ext 4212) Sabrina Montgomery All month. Singer with a powerful set of vocal chords belts out jazz, funk and soul standards. Free. 8pm (Sun-Thu), 9pm (Fri-Sat). China Bar (8567 1234)

MUSIC CJW Jazz Band All month. Musicians from America, Taiwan and Germany make the night easy listening. Free. 9.20pm. CJW (6587 1222)

STYLE Art Sale All month. This fall, all limited-edition artwork is 12% off. UCCA Store (8459 9514) Autumn Harvest Package All month. The Spa at Hilton Wangfujing offers a pre-massage rain shower and body polish, paraffin hand or foot treatment, eye supreme or lip blooming and body massage all in one package. RMB 780. Hilton Beijing Wangfujing (5812 8888 ext 8560) Double Spa Treatment All month. Arrive before 3pm for a treatment, and get the same one for 50% off within the next two weeks. Aqua Salus Urban Retreat Sanlitun (6501 2881) Free Workout Consultations All month. Get pumped up with ENC’s free diet consultations, VIP cards and samples this month. Elite Nutrition Center (5900 4538) www.chinaenc.com.cn T-Shirt Sale All month. NLGX Design tees are all 15-30% off to make way for its Fall/Winter styles. NLGX Design (6404 8088)

ARTS & CULTURE Hope & Pain: Water Pollution in China Until Oct 3. A multimedia exhibit by Greenpeace China, combining bicyclepowered projections with Lu Guang’s powerful photographs of water pollution in China and Eugene Smith’s images of mercury poisoning in Minamata, Japan. Inter Gallery (5978 9029) Christian Lemmerz: Hypnosis Until Oct 10. For his first solo in China, the German-born sculptor has created this over-the-top installation which seeks to confront us directly with our lives and, through a grid of dangling skulls, our deaths. Faurschou Gallery (5978 9316) Crossover: Songzhuang International Art Festival Until Oct 10. The Australian Diversity Exhibition is only one of many that will take over the Songzhuang art district this month for its “Crossover” theme, which incorporates the work of artists Guan Wei, Jayne Dyer, Grant Stevens, James Newitt and Merilyn Fairskye. Songzhuang Art Village (6959 8282) Scorching Sun of Tibet Until Oct 10. Li Xianting, Gade, Zhang Haitao and Fang Lei curate this exhibition in cooperation with Red Gate Gallery. Free. Songzhuang Art Museum (8957 8040) Go! Until Oct 12. Yunnan’s Lan Qingxing, Zhao Leiming, Su Bin, Li Rui, Tao Fa, Xun Guipin, Ma Dan and Guan Saimei exhibit. Beijing Dialogue Space Gallery (5876 9392) System Building – Tapping Its Way Across Beijing City Until Oct 15. Rosemary Joy’s miniature instruments mix percussion and architecture. Experienced master musicians play them. Red Gate Gallery (6525 1005) Dreamworlds Until Oct 16. Perspectives from eight Australian artists on timeless themes screen every 30 minutes on the big screen. Sanlitun Village Zhang Huan: Hope Tunnel Until Oct 24. A departure from his other work, Zhang Huan’s momentous undertaking has brought the remnants of a train that caught fire when the earthquake in Sichuan devastated the region. UCCA (8459 9269) Chen Xiaoyun: Why Life All month. Chen Xiaoyun’s questioning of existence through his works. Free. ShanghART Beijing, Coachangdi (6432 3202) Graffitis and Stencils of Paris Oct 5-30. Pierre Michel’s 25 photographs combine to depict the urban poetry of Parisian street art. Free. Alliance Française Media Library – BLCU Center (8230 3619) Mr Gallery Oct 8-30. Eight Chinese photographers combine for an opening that promises to be a panorama of the medium in contemporary China. Free. French Cultural Centre (6553 2678) Homeland Until Oct 31. Shan Fan’s paintings explore the theme of “Painting the Moment – Painting Slowness.” Free. Galerie Urs Meile (6433 3393) Goya: Chronicler of All Wars Until Nov 14. The exhibition places the figure of Goya as precursor to photojournalism by using photography to bring Goya’s legacy closer to today. Free. Instituto Cervantes (5879 9666)

In Praise of Age From Oct 11. Denis Lejeune uses photography to express the visual beauty of the elderly. Alliance Française de Pekin – Xihai Center (6404 2643) Zhong Chen: Butterﬂy Lovers From Oct 23. Chinese-Australian Zhong Chen’s exploration into transcultural identity in modern society. Aratong Gallery (6438 4980) Guan Wei: Development Zone From Oct 30. The much-traveled Guan Wei puts on a solo exhibition linking his hometown and Australia, where he has had many residencies. Shuimu Art Space in 798 (6433 4216) Film: Resident Evil: Afterlife From Oct 23. The video game franchise returns for its umpteenth sequel. Director Paul W.S. Anderson calls on the regular talent of Milla Jovovich and new boy Wentworth Miller. Showing across town. Film: Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps From Oct 15. Michael Douglas reprises his role from Oliver Stone’s ’80s classic to tell Shia LaBeouf that greed is good. Showing across town.

SPORT Beijing Hikers Every Wed, Sat & Sun. Join the club for rated rambles over varied picturesque terrain outside the city. Call ahead to inquire about the hike’s degree of diﬃculty. RMB 250 and upwards, RMB 150 (kids under 12). Leave 8.30am sharp from the Starbucks at the Lido Holiday Inn. (6432 2786, info@beijinghikers.com) www.beijinghikers.com China Open Tennis Oct 1-10. The big shots of the men’s and women’s game arrive in town hoping to emulate Djokovic and Kuznetsova’s wins last year. Tickets at 400 707 6666 or http://tickets.chinaopen.com.cn. Noon. RMB 30-1,800. National Tennis Center ClubFootball Men’s 5-a-side Leagues All month. New season. Register at 5130 6893/4/5/6, or play@wanguoqunxing.com. www.clubfootball.com.cn Commonwealth Games Oct 3-14. Delhi is the base for the best international athletics competition this side of the Olympics. Time TBD. English Premier League All month. The biggest league in the world continues. Highlights include Chelsea vs. Arsenal (Oct 3), Everton vs. Liverpool (Oct 17), Man City vs. Arsenal (Oct 24) and Manchester United vs. Tottenham (Oct 30). Times vary. Golden Week Sailing Oct 1-7. Seaside action for all the family with courses and camps available for all. From RMB 600 per day, courses from RMB 1,900. Details at sailing@beijingsailing. com. Heineken Cup Rugby All month. Europe’s biggest rugby competition gets underway. Full schedule at www.ercrugby.com/eng. NBA From Oct 26. The Lakers will take some stopping, can LeBron’s Heat do it. Times vary. NFL All month. Ed Wang and the Bills are repping China for the new season. Big hits are guaranteed. Times vary. NHL From Oct 7. Hockey played on a rink restarts in the quest for the Stanley Cup.

Times vary. Ultimate Frisbee All month. The Beijing Ultimate Summer League is starting up soon. Play in the weekly pickup and practice sessions to get started. Contact anthonytao13@gmail. com.

EXPLORE Beijing City Bus Tour This daily bilingual city tour oﬀers a brief introduction to Beijing’s sights and planning. RMB 380, free (children under 1.2m). Day tour (3 hours) bus departs at 9.30am, 10am, 2pm and 2.30pm. Night tour (1.5 hours) bus departs at 7pm and 7.30pm. Tour departs from Guomao Exhibition Hall. Beijing Citybus Tour (400 650 0760) www.citybustour.com Shanghai Expo: Access all Areas Available until Oct 31. Three-night stay in Shanghai includes a full-day visit to the World Expo, along with a day spent getting familiar with the city’s architectural highlights. RMB 3,780. TUI China (8519 8999, private-tours@tui.cn) www.tui.cn

VENUES LISTED IN COVER FEATURE 798 Art District 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District 798艺术区, 朝阳区朝阳区酒仙桥路4号 Aria Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm; bar 11am-midnight. 2/F, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2266 ext 6644) 阿丽雅, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号中国大饭店2层

Army Surplus Store Lümicang Hutong (west of Zhihua Temple), Dongcheng District 东城区禄米仓胡同（智化寺西）

Atmosphere Bar Mon-Fri noon-2am, Sat and Sun noon-4am. 80/F, China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2299 ext 6433) 朝阳区光华路国贸3期80层（中国大饭店北侧）

Beijing Normal University 19 Xinjiekouwai Dajie, Xicheng District (5880 8364) 北京师范大学, 西城区新街口外大街19号

Big Pizza Mon-Fri 11am-2.30pm, 5-9.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-9.30pm. 1/F, Unit 7, Bldg G, Huaqing Business Building, Chengfu Lu, Wudaokou, Haidian District (8286 3177) www.bigpizza.com.cn 比格比萨, 海淀区五道口成府路华清商务会馆G座7号楼1楼

BMW Luxury Driving Training School Beijing Goldenport Motor Park near Airport Highway (8433 3490) http://news.cheshi. com/yule/201009/251637.shtml BMW高级驾驶培训课体验

Cafe de la Poste Daily noon-3pm, 6pmlate. 58 Yonghegong Dajie, Dongcheng District (6402 7047) 云游驿, 东城区雍和宫大街58号

Caochangdi Caochangdi Village, Chaoyang District 草场地艺术区,朝阳区草场地

Diaoyutai State Guesthouse Daily 6am10.30pm. 2 Fucheng Lu (near Sanlihe Lu), Haidian District (5859 1188 ) 钓鱼台国宾馆, 海淀区阜成路2号(近三里河路)

Ditan Park RMB 2 (adults), RMB 1 (students). Daily 6am-9pm. A2, Andingmenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District (6421 4657) www.dtpark. com 地坛公园, 东城区安定门外大街甲2号 Drum and Bell Daily 1pm-2am. 41 Zhonglouwan Hutong, Dongcheng District (8403 3600) 鼓钟咖啡馆, 东城区钟楼湾胡同41号 El Nido Daily 4pm-last customer leaves. 59 Fangjia Hutong (enter from Andingmennei Dajie), Dongcheng District (8402 9495) 方家小酒馆59, 东城区方家胡同59号（丛安定门内大街往东走20米）

Equuleus International Riding Club Sunhe Township, Shunyi District (6432 4947, 8459 0206) www.equriding.com/index-eng. html 天星调良国际马术俱乐部, 近郊顺义区孙河镇(距京顺路1.8公里)

Etiquette Society 17D, Bldg A, Ginza Mall, Dongzhimen, Dongcheng District (8454 9969) www.tes.cn.com 东城区东直门外大街 48号东方银座17D

Flamme International Grill Daily 11ammidnight. S4-33, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (6417 8608) 朝阳区三里屯北路19号三里屯Village3楼S4室

Foreign Languages Bookstore Daily 9.30am-9.30pm. 235 Wangfujing Dajie, Dongcheng District (6512 6903) www.bpiec. com.cn 外文书店, 东城区王府井大街235号 French Cultural Centre 18 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District (6553 2627) www.ccfpekin.org 法国文化中心, 朝阳区工体西路18号

Ninety Percent Travel (5962 6850, info@90percenttravel.com) www.90percenttravel.com Origus Mon-Fri 11am-2.15pm, 5-9.15pm; SatSun 11am-9.15pm. 2/F, Huapu International Tower, 19 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6580 3899) www.origus.com/china 好伦哥, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街19号华普国际大厦2楼

Pangu 7 Star Hotel and Residence Bldg E, 27 Beisihuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (5906 7777; 5906 7000) www.panguhotel. com/en 北京盘古七星酒店,朝阳区北四环中路27号

Park Hyatt Gym Park Hyatt Beijing, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8567 1234) http://beijing.park.hyatt.com/hyatt/ pure/spas 朝阳区建国门外大街2柏悦饭店 Paulaner Brauhaus Kempinski Hotel Beijing, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6465 3388 ext 5731) 普拉纳啤酒坊, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号北京凯宾斯基饭店

Propaganda Mon-Fri 8pm-4.30am, Sat-Sun 8pm-5am. 100m north of the east gate of Huaqing Jiayuan, Wudaokou, Haidian District (8286 3991) 海淀区五道口华清嘉园东门往北100米

街2柏悦饭店60层

Ritan Park Free. Daily 6am-9.30pm. 6 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang District (8561 6301) 日坛公

国贸大酒店79楼

Han Li Xuan Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5-9.30pm. 3/F (above Suning Electronics store), 10A Shuguang Xili, Chaoyang District (6466 8399)汉丽轩, 朝阳区曙光西里甲10号楼苏宁电器3楼

Helen’s Cafe Daily 11am-late. 200m south of Wudaokou subway station intersection, Chengfu Lu, Haidian District (8286 7558) 海淀区成府路五道口城铁站路口往南走200米

Instituto Cervantes 1A Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District (5879 9666) www.pekin. cervantes.es 北京塞万提斯学院, 朝阳区工体

园, 朝阳区日坛北路6号

Ritz-Carlton Bar Daily 5pm-1am. The RitzCarlton Beijing, 83A Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District (5908 8131) 丽思卡尔顿酒店 (华贸中心店), 朝阳区建国路93号华贸中心

Shou Qi Taxi Service (400 810 9090) Solutions 1/F, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan, Wudaokou (5min from Wudaokou subway station), Haidian District (8586 3517) 海淀区五道口华清嘉园12号楼1层

Songzhuang Art Museum Songzhuang Art Village, Tongzhou District (8957 8575/9897/8040) 宋庄美术馆, 通州区宋庄小堡艺术家园区

南路甲1号

Tai Wei Golf Club (6072 5599) http://taiweigolf.com/enweb

Italian Embassy Cultural Ofﬁce 2 Sanlitun Dong Er Jie, Chaoyang District (6532 5015, iicpechino@esteri.it) www.iicpechino. esteri.it 意大利大使馆文化处, 朝阳区三里屯

Tao Yao Bar Daily 1pm-midnight. Beiguanfang Hutong (southwest of Houhai Nanyan, 300m west of Yinding Qiao), Xicheng District (8322 8585, h.youngcall@gmail.com) 桃之夭

东二街2号

Jingshan Park Daily 6am-9pm. RMB 2. 1 Wenjin Street, Xicheng District (6404 4071) 景山公园, 西城区文津街1号

大街131号

阳区朝阳公园西路2号楼2-3层 (朝阳公园西门往南30米)

Kaden Minokichi Daily 11am-2pm, 5.3010.30pm. 21/F, Pangu 7 Star Hotel, Bldg E, 27 Beisihuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (5906 7777, 5906 7000) www.japanese-kyotocuisine.com 朝阳区北四环中路27号北京盘古

建国门外大街1号北京国贸大酒店

七星酒店21

China National Film Museum Tue-Sun 9am-4.30pm. 9 Nanying Lu, Chaoyang District (6431 9548) www.cnfm.org.cn 中国电

La Bamba Daily 10am-6am. 2-3/F, East gate of Huaqing Jiayuan (upstairs from Propaganda), Wudaokou, Haidian District (8286 6755) 海淀区五道口华清嘉园东门五角

D&D Cafe Daily 10am-11pm. C-0157, Chaowai Soho, 6B Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (5869 3867) 焦点时光餐厅,

National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) 2 Chang’an Jie, Xicheng District (6655 0000) 国家大剧院,西城区西长安街2号

Grill 79 Mon-Thu and Sun noon-2am; Fri-Sat noon-4am. 79/F, China World Summit Wing, China World Trade Center Phase 3, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2299 ext 6424) 朝阳区朝阳区建国门外大街1号

Juicy Spot Daily 6pm-late. 2-3/F, 2 Chaoyang Xilu (30m south of Chaoyang Park West Gate), Chaoyang District (6593 0610) 朝

影博物馆, 朝阳区南影路9号

海淀区复兴路9号

华普国际大厦2楼

城区复兴门外大街 16号

CHI Spa China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6505 2299) www.shangri-la.com/en/property/beijing/chinaworldsummitwing 气 Spa, 朝阳区

Military Museum Tue-Sun 8am-5.30pm (Apr-Oct), 8am-5pm (Nov-Mar). 9 Fuxing Lu, Haidian District (6686 6244) 中国军事博物馆,

Pure (Tian) Spa 60/F, Park Hyatt Beijing, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8567 1234) http://beijing.park.hyatt.com/ hyatt/pure/spas 天池水疗, 朝阳区建国门外大

Joy City Mon-Fri 10am-10pm, Sat-Sun 9.30am-10pm. 131 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District (6651 7777) 大悦城, 西城区西单北

美林花园4号楼7G

园12号楼2层

Golden Hans Daily 11am-9.30pm. 2/F, Huapu International Tower, 19 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6580 2259, 6580 1187) 金汉斯, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街19号

Capital Museum Free (advance reservation required). Tue-Sun 9am-5pm. 16 Fuxingmenwai Dajie, Xicheng District (6337 0491/2) www.capitalmuseum.org.cn 首都博物馆, 西 Channel Zero Salon 7G, Bldg 4, Meilin Garden, 33 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District (8855 0623, channelzero@vip.sina.com) www. bjdoc.com 零频道沙龙, 海淀区紫竹院路33号

ian District (8286 3517) 海淀区五道口华清嘉

星酒吧2-3层

朝阳区朝阳门外大街乙6号朝外SohoC-0157

Lane Crawford Daily 10am-9pm. L130, Seasons Place, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Financial Street, Xicheng District (6622 0808) 连卡佛,

Davidoff Lounge Daily 7.30pm-2am. China Central Place, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District (5908 8070) 朝阳区华贸中心建国路甲83

Laowai’s Lounge Daily 11am-3am. 2/F, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan, Wudaokou, Haid-

西城区金融街金城坊街2号金融街购物中心L130

夭, 西城区后海南沿北官房胡同（后海南沿银锭桥西300米）

Tianlang Hot Air Balloon Club Maying Village, Yanqing County (RMB 6170 0750, 138 0123 7203) www.reqiqiu.com 天狼热气球俱乐部, 延庆县马营村

Trainspotting Daily 11am-11pm. 46 Fangjia Hutong (just south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District (6400 1725) 猜火车, 东城区方家胡同46号艺术园区 (国子监南临)

Tsinghua University Chengfu Lu, Haidian District (6278 9437, 8286 3785) 清华大学, 海淀区成府路

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

White Nights Daily 11am-midnight. 13A Beizhong Jie (oﬀ Dongzhimennei Dajie), Dongcheng District (8402 9595) 白夜西餐, 东城区东直门内大街北中街甲13号

Yuyuantan Park RMB 2. Daily 6am-9.30pm (summer), daily 6.30am-7pm (winter). Xisanhuan Lu (across from CCTV Tower), Haidian District (8865 3804/6) www.yuyuantanpark. com 玉渊潭公园, 海淀区西三环中央电视塔对面 (东门在三里河路, 南门在世纪坛后面)

Zhongshan Park RMB 3. Daily 7am-9pm. West of Tiananmen Gate, Dongcheng District (6605 5431) www.zhongshan-park.cn 中山公园, 东城区天安门西侧

OCTOBER 2010

DIRECTORY DINING

DINING DIRECTORY INDEX 1001 Nights – Middle Eastern Afunti – Xinjiang & Muslim Agrilandia – Italian Ai Jiang Shan – Korean Aimo Town – Yunnan Akhidrong – Tibetan Alameda – Contemporary International Alameen – Middle Eastern Alameer – Middle Eastern Alba – Cafes & Teahouses Alla Osteria – Italian All–Star Sports Bar & Grill – American The American Cafe – American American Steak & Eggs – American Amigo – Central & South American An Die An Niang – Shandong Annie’s – Italian Apothecary – American Argana – Mediterranean Argo – Mediterranean Aria – European Aroma – Buffets Asia Bistro – Buffets Asian Star – Southeast Asian Assaggi – Italian The Astor Grill – Steakhouses Athena – Mediterranean Awfully Chocolate – Bakeries & Delis Bai Ge Ting – Japanese The Bak Kut Teh Specialist – Southeast Asian Bali Papaya – Southeast Asian Bambu BBQ – Fusion BananaFish – Fusion Bao Chao Restaurant – Sichuan Baodu Jinshenglong – Xinjiang & Muslim Baoyuan Jiaozi Wu – Dumplings The Bar and Grill – Steakhouses Barolo – Italian Bei – Contemporary International Bellagio – Taiwan Bento & Berries – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Bhodi–Sake – Vegetarian Bianyifang – Beijing Duck Bingtuan Dasha – Xinjiang & Muslim Biteapitta – Middle Eastern BLD Cafe – Contemporary International Blu Lobster – Contemporary International Blue Frog – American Bocata – Cafes & Teahouses Bonbon Bins – Bakeries, Delis & Candy The Bookworm – Cafes & Teahouses Boucherie Michel – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Boulangerie Nanda – Bakeries & Delis Brasserie Flo – French Brazillian Churrascos – Central & South American Bread of Life Bakery – Bakeries & Delis The Bridge Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Budapest Hungarian Restaurant – European The Butcher’s Steakhouse – Steakhouses Cabare – European Cafe Bellissimo – Cafes & Teahouses Cafe Cha – Buffets Cafe de la Poste – French Cafe de Sofa – Cafes & Teahouses Cafe Europa – European Cafe Noir – Cafes & Teahouses Cafe Sambal – Southeast Asian Cafe Zarah – Cafes & Teahouses Cangsu Fengge – Contemporary Chinese Cantina Sadler – Italian Capital M – European Carmen – Spanish CCSweets – Bakeries & Delis Celestial Court – Cantonese Central Perk – Cafes & Teahouses Cepe – Italian Chao – Fusion Chao Dian – Cantonese Charcoal Bar – Korean Chef Chan – Southeast Asian Chef Too – American Chengfu Courtyard – Imperial China Grill – Contemporary International Chinggis Korean Restaurant – Korean Chongqing Fandian – Sichuan Chuan Ban – Sichuan Chynna – Contemporary Chinese Ciro’s Pomodoro – Italian CNEX Salon Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Collagen Hotpot – Hot Pot Comptoirs de France – Bakeries, Delis & Candy

OCTOBER 2010

CourtYard – Contemporary International Courtyard No. 28 – Guizhou & Guangxi Crepanini – French Crescent Moon Muslim Restaurant – Xinjiang & Muslim CRU Steakhouse – Steakhouses Crystal Jade – Cantonese The CUT Steak & Seafood Grill – Steakhouses Da Dong Roast Duck – Beijing Duck Da Dongbei – Dongbei Da Gui – Guizhou & Guangxi Daccapo – Italian Dahr Khan Bar & Restaurant – Mongolian Dali Courtyard – Yunnan Danieli’s – Italian Dareen Coffee – Middle Eastern Denial – Sichuan Der Landgraf – German Dian Feng Lou – Yunnan Dianke Dianlai – Yunnan Diaoyutai State Guesthouse – Imperial Din Tai Fung – Dumplings Ding Ding Xiang – Hot Pot Ding Le Dumpling – Dumplings Domus – French Dong Xing Lou – Shandong Drei Kronen 1308 Brauhaus – German Drum and Gong Fusion Restaurant – Sichuan Du – Japanese Duck de Chine – Beijing Duck Dumplings – Dumplings East 33 – Buffets El Wajh – Middle Eastern Element Fresh – American The Elephant – Russian Enoteca – European Essence – Buffets Eudora Station Bar and Restaurant – American Fangshan Restaurant – Imperial Fatburger – American Feiteng Yuxiang – Sichuan Fennel Bistro – European Fish Mama – Japanese Fish Nation – European Fisheye Café – Cafes & Teahouses Flamme International Grill – Steakhouses Food in Novel – Yunnan Fook Lam Moon – Cantonese Fratelli Fresh – Italian French – French Fu Jia Lou – Beijing Ganges Indian Restaurant – Indian/Pakistani Ganglamedo – Tibetan Gaon Korean Restaurant – Korean Garden Court – Buffets Geba Geba– Japanese German Food Center – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Gin – Japanese Gin Olive – Yunnan Gold Barn – Sichuan Gongdelin – Vegetarian Grandma’s Kitchen – American Grange – Steakhouses Greek Delicacy – Mediterranean Green T. House – Contemporary Chinese Greenfish – Buffets Grill 79 – Contemporary International Guanghe Chaxuan – Cantonese Gugong Yushan Fang – Imperial Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory – Pizza Haidilao Hot Pot – Hot Pot Haiku – Japanese Haloing the Past – Homestyle and Private Cuisine Hang Heung’s Kitchen – Cantonese Haru Teppanyaki and Sushi Bar – Japanese Hatsune – Japanese Hawka – Southeast Asian Home Sweet Home – Taiwan Honeymoon Desserts – Bakeries & Delis Hong Bin Lou – Beijing Hopfenstube – German Horizon – Cantonese Hot Bean Cooperative – Beijing House of Shuhe – Yunnan Hua Jia Yi Yuan – Homestyle and Private Cuisine Huang Ting – Cantonese Huguosi Xiaochidian – Beijing Hutong Pizza – Pizza I Rock My Pot – Hot Pot Iberia Coffee – Cafes & Teahouses

Ibn Battouta – Middle Eastern Ichigo Ichie – Japanese IFW (International Food Warehouse) – Contemporary International In & Out – Yunnan Indian Kitchen – Indian/Pakistani Invincible Ramen – Japanese Invito – Italian Irresistible Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Isshin – Japanese iTea – Taiwan Jaan – French Jade Garden – Zhejiang Jerusalem – Middle Eastern Jewel – Cantonese Jin Ding Xuan – Cantonese Jin Feng Zhuang Yuan – Shanxi & Sha’anxi Jin Yang Restaurant – Shanxi & Sha’anxi Jing – Buffets JingZun Peking Duck Restaurant – Beijing Duck Jiumen Xiaochi – Beijing Joy Luck – Buffets Jun Qin Hua – Guizhou & Guangxi Justine’s – French Kafe Peranakan – Southeast Asian Kagen – Japanese Kaifeng Diyilou – Dumplings Kamat’s – Indian/Pakistani Karaiya Spice House – Hunan & Hubei Kashgar Restaurant – Xinjiang & Muslim Ke Jia Yuan Restraurant – Hakka Kejia Xiao Zhen – Hakka Kempi Deli – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Kiev – Russian Kitchen Igosso – Italian Kong Yiji – Zhejiang Kranzler’s – Buffets The Kro’s Nest – Pizza Kuan Dian – Beijing Kubrick – Cafes & Teahouses Kuchnia Polska – European Kyline Pavilion – Homestyle and Private Cuisine L’Isola – Italian La Cascina – Italian La Pizza – Pizza La Sushi – Japanese La Taverne – French La Vin – French Laijin Yuxuan Fanzhuang – Imperial Lan Club – Contemporary International Lan Na Thai – Thai Lao Beijing Kaorou – Beijing Lao Nong Tang Restaurant – Shanghai Latin Grillhouse – Central & South American Lau Pa Sak – Southeast Asian Le Igosso – Japanese Le Little Saigon – Vietnamese Le Manège – French Le Petit Gourmand – French Le Petit Paris – French Le Petit Saigon – French Le Pre Lenotre – French Leaf BBQ Restaurant – Korean Lei Garden – Cantonese Let’s Burger – American Let’s Seafood – Contemporary Li Jia Cai – Imperial Lijiang Spareribs Hot Pot – Hot Pot Lily’s Diner – American Liqun Roast Duck Restaurant – Beijing Duck Little Sheep – Hot Pot Liujia Guo – Hunan & Hubei London Restaurant & Cafe – European Longshun Yuan Mala Xiangguo – Sichuan Lord of Salt (Tian Xia Yan) – Sichuan Lotus in Moonlight – Vegetarian Luce – Italian Luga’s Banh Mi Now – Vietnamese Luga’s Pho Pho – Vietnamese Luga’s Villa – Central and South American Ma Cherie Thai and Vietnamese Restaurant– Southeast Asian Made in China – Beijing Duck Maison Boulud – French Makye Ame – Tibetan Mala Youhuo (Spice Spirit) – Sichuan Malacca Legend – Southeast Asian Mana – Mediterranean Mao Jia Restaurant – Hunan & Hubei Mare– Spanish Marukin Ramen – Japanese Matsuko – Japanese Maxim’s de Paris – French Mei Mansion – Shanghai Mei Wei Zhai – Shanghai Mei Wei Zhen – Imperial

Menggu Ren You Mian Shi Cun – Mongolian Metro – Italian The Mexican Kitchen – Central & South American Miao Minority Restaurant – Guizhou & Guangxi Middle 8th Restaurant – Yunnan Ming Court – Cantonese Mirch Masala – Indian/Pakistani Modo – Contemporary International Monsoon – Buffets Morel’s – European Mosaico – Spanish Moscow Restaurant – Russian Moss Coffee & Bagels – American Mosto – Contemporary International Mrs Shanen’s Bagels – American Mughal’s Beijing – Indian & Pakistani Muse Parisian Vietnamese Brasserie – Vietnamese My China – Contemporary Chinese My Humble House – Contemporary Chinese Nadaman – Japanese Nam Nam – Vietnamese Nanlaishun – Beijing Naoki – Japanese Nearby the Tree – Italian The Niah – Southeast Asian Niajo – Spanish Nishimura – Japanese No Name Restaurant – Yunnan Noble Court – Cantonese Nola – American Noodle Bar – Beijing Noodle Loft – Shanxi & Sha’anxi Nuage – Vietnamese Nyonya Kitchen – Southeast Asian Oasis Garden – Mediterranean Oden – Japanese Olas Tapas Cafe – Spanish Old Xian Heng Restaurant – Zhejiang The Olive – Mediterranean One East – American Orange – Hot Pot Orange Tree Bistro – European The Orchard – European The Orient Kitchen – Southeast Asian Outback Steakhouse – Steakhouses Oyo House – Cafes & Teahouses Panino Teca – Cafes & Teahouses Paomo Guan – Shanxi & Sha’anxi Papa John’s – Pizza Paper – Contemporary International Park Side Bar & Grill – European Patara – Thai Paulaner Brauhaus – German Peking Duck Private Kitchen – Beijing Duck Pekotan – Bakeries & Delis Peter’s Tex–Mex Grill – American Phrik Thai – Thai Pie House – Bakeries & Delis Prego – Italian Private Kitchen 44 – Guizhou & Guangxi Punjabi Indian Restaurant – Indian & Pakistani Pure Lotus Vegetarian – Vegetarian Purple Haze Courtyard – Thai Purple Haze Restaurant & Bar – Thai Pyro Pizza – Pizza Qin Tang Fu – Shanxi & Sha’anxi Qomolangma – Tibetan Qu Na’r – Zhejiang Quan Ju De – Beijing Duck Raj Indian Restaurant and Bar – Indian & Pakistani Ras Ethiopian Cuisine – African Red Capital Club – Imperial Red Station – Korean Regius Beef – Hot Pot Ristorante Sadler – Italian River Club Restaurant – Italian The Roadhouse at Mutianyu – Contemporary Chinese ROOMbeijing – European Rumi – Middle Eastern Ruxiang Piao Piao (a.k.a. Ordos Hotel Restaurant) – Mongolian The Saddle Cantina – Central and South American Saffron – Spanish Sake Manzo – Japanese SALT – Contemporary International Samadhi Vegetarian Tea House – Vegetarian Sapori d’Italia – Italian Scarlett – Contemporary International Schindler’s Tankstelle – German Schindler’s Anlegestelle (Schindler’s Docking Station) – German

DIRECTORY / DINING Schoolhouse Canteen – European Seasonal Tastes – Buffets Senses – Buffets Sequoia Bakery and Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Serve the People – Thai Sha Guo Ju – Shandong Shaorou Ren – Japanese Shin Yeh – Taiwan Shota Muni Sushi & Grill – Japanese Shree Kanchan’s Kitchen – Indian/Pakistani The Side Saddle – Central & South American Sizzler – American Skyline Café – Buffet Slim Taste Noodles & Bar – Taiwan Sorabol – Korean South Beauty – Sichuan South German Bakery, Cafe Konstanz and Bodenseestube – German South Silk Road – Yunnan Speedy V – Southeast Asian Stadium Dog – American Steak Exchange – Steakhouses Sukhothai – Thai Summer Palace – Huaiyang Sunflower Village Food Street – Dongbei Sure?o – Mediterranean Sushi Bar – Japanese Suzuki – Japanese Suzumei – Japanese Swagat – Indian/Pakistani Swiss Restaurant and Bar – Contemporary International Tai Bo Tian Fu Shan Zhen – Hot Pot Taipei Kitchen – Taiwan Tairyo Teppanyaki – Japanese The Taj Pavilion – Indian/Pakistani Takenosuke – Japanese Tamarind (Marriott Northeast) – Indian/Pakistani Tan Jia Cai – Imperial The Tandoor – Indian/Pakistani Taverna – Mediterranean Tavola – Italian Teahouse of Fu – Cafes & Teahouses TERRA – Central & South American Terra – Central & South American TGI Friday’s – American Three Guizhou Men – Guizhou & Guangxi Time Cafe – European Tim’s Texas Bar–B–Q – American

To Dam Gol – Korean Tong He Ju – Shandong Tori Tei – Japanese Toro Bar – Japanese Trainspotting – Contemporary Chinese Traktirr Pushkin – Russian The Tree – Pizza Tuk Tuk Thai Restaurant and Cafe – Thai Tumaris – Xinjiang & Muslim Turay’s Africa House – African Turkish Mum – Middle Eastern Unconditional Love Coffee – Cafes & Teahouses Union Bar & Grille – American Va Piano – Italian Va Va Voom – Vietnamese Vasco’s – Buffets VIC – Buffets Village Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Vineyard Cafe – European Votaro – Japanese W Dine & Wine – European Wahaha Restaurant – Zhejiang Wang Shun Ge – Dongbei Water – Contemporary International Whampoa Club – Contemporary Chinese White Nights – Russian Wu Li Xiang – Cantonese Wutengzhai Restaurant and Bar – Hunan & Hubei Xian Bai Wei – Shanxi & Sha’anxi Xiang Bin Jiudian – Hunan & Hubei Xiang Man Lou – Beijing Duck Xiang Ming Yuan – Hunan & Hubei Xiangjiang Mingcheng – Hot Pot Xiao Che’s Dessert Shop – Cantonese Xiao Wang Fu – Homestyle Xiaodiao Litang Snack Shop – Shanghai Xihe Yaju – Huaiyang Xinjiang Islam Restaurant – Xinjiang & Muslim Xinjiang Red Rose – Xinjiang & Muslim Yaoji Chaogan Dian – Beijing YellowStone Restaurant & Bar – European Yotsuba – Japanese Yuebin Restaurant – Beijing Yunteng Shifu – Yunnan Z.Y.X. HYC – Huaiyang Za’atar – Middle Eastern ZEN – Cantonese Zen5es – Cantonese Zhuo Mo Restaurant – Contemporary Chinese

10am-2am. S4-30, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 4030) www.bluefrog.com.cn 蓝蛙, 1) 顺义区天竺

区亮马桥路21号(燕莎桥往东1500米路北汽车电影院内)

Turay’s Africa House Turay’s tribute to the food, culture and music of Africa. Daily 11am-midnight. 2/F, Unit 5, International Wonderland, 39 Xingfu Ercun, Chaoyang District. (8444 4169) 图瑞非洲之家, 朝阳区幸福二村 39号首开广场5号单元2层

AMERICAN All-Star Sports Bar & Grill 65 plasma screens plus ﬁne burgers, tacos, pastas and steaks. Mon-Fri 5pm-2am, Sat-Sun 11am2am. Bldg 5, 1/F, Solana Shopping Mall, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6999) www.all-starclub.com 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区 5-1

Ozone Fitness), Blue Castle Apartments, 3 Xidawang Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 7428) 博平咖啡, 朝阳区西大望路3号蓝堡国际公寓1层

Chef Too Chef Too impresses with its smart interior, well-trained staﬀ and delicious Australian steaks. The wine list showcases small American vineyards. Voted “Outstanding American,” “Outstanding Burger,” “Outstanding Brunch (non-hotel),” “Outstanding Steak” and“Outstanding Chef” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Tue-Fri 11am-2pm, 5-10pm; Sat-Sun 9.30am-3pm, 5-10pm. Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu (north of Block 8), Chaoyang District. (6591 8676, chefbilly@yahoo.com) 美西西餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳公园西路枣营南里小区东门南侧

Apothecary Fried chicken, jambalaya and gumbo from Bei’s Max Levy pair with throwback US cocktails. Tue-Sun 7pm-late. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6040) 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园3层

The American Cafe No-nonsense American-style diner serves up hearty burgers, a selection of Tex-Mex favorites, sizeable salads and breakfast plates in a cozy environment. Free delivery. Daily 7am-10.30pm. 1/F (behind

Element Fresh This sunny Shanghai import showcases a healthier side of American food, with elaborate salads, smoothies and sandwiches. Popular weekend brunch menu. Voted “Best American,” "Best Non-Hotel Brunch," "Outstanding Family-Friendly" and “Best Sandwiches” in our Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) 10am-11pm. 6 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (6433 5058); 2) Mon-Fri 10am-11pm, Sat-Sun 7am-11pm. Shop 833, Bldg 8, The Village at Sanlitun, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 1318); www. elementfresh.com 新元素, 1) 朝阳区将太路 6号; 2) 朝阳区三里屯路19号The Village南区 8号楼833单元

American Steak & Eggs Chef Paul serves up aﬀordable meals, including classic carb-heavy diner breakfasts and hearty dinner specials. Very popular among housewife expats. 1) 7am-midnight. 1A Rongchang Dongjie (close to Rongchang subway station), Yizhuang, Daxing District. (6582 2065); 2) Daily 6.30ammidnight. Xiushui Nanjie, Jianguomenwai (directly north of the Friendship Store, one traﬃc light west of Silk Market), Chaoyang District. (6592 8088/8788); 3) Mon-Fri6.30am8pm, Sat-Sun7am-8pm. 6 Wudinghou Jie, Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6629 0008/0006) www.steakeggs.com.cn 喜来中北美西餐, 1) 大兴区亦庄荣昌东街甲1号(荣昌地铁附近); 2) 朝阳区建国门外秀水南街(友谊商店北面, 秀水西边第一个红绿灯); 3) 西城区金融街武定侯街6号

Blue Frog Chow down on their self-proclaimed “Best Burger in China” and see for yourself whether bigger is indeed better. Voted “Outstanding Burger” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 10am-1am. L312, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 6337); 2) Daily

园西路6号(丽都广场对面)

镇欲翔路99号北京欧陆时尚购物中心(欧陆广场)L312室; 2) 朝阳区三里屯北路19号三里屯 Village4号楼3层S4-30

AFRICAN Ras Ethiopian Cuisine Sit at a child-friendly mesab, and eat injera bread dipped in kitfo and other Ethiopian stews. There is also a large outdoor barbecue and garden area. Mon-Thurs 5pm-midnight, Fri 5pm-2am, Sat-Sun 11am-2am. 21 Liangmaqiao Lu (inside the drive-in movie theater park), Chaoyang District. (6436 8998) 埃塞俄比亚餐厅, 朝阳

6 Fangyuan Xilu (opposite Lido Plaza), Chaoyang District. (6437 8331/8813) 朝阳区芳

Fatburger Fast-casual diner with tripledecker burgers, hot wings, ice-cream shakes, onion rings and more. Daily 11am-10pm. 1-LB01 The Grand Summit, Liangmaqiao Diplomatic Compound (300 m north of the Kempinski Hotel’s main entrance), 19 East Dongfang Lu, Chaoyang District. (8532 1878) www.fatburger.com 朝阳区朝阳区东方东路 19号亮马乔外交公寓1号楼会所1层1号铺

Grandma’s Kitchen Sandwiches, gravy-based dinners and high-powered desserts from middle America. Voted “Outstanding American” and“Outstanding Family Friendly” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 9am-10pm. 47-2 Nanchizi Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6528 2790, bj.grandmas.kitchen@hotmail. com); 2) Daily 10am-10pm. 28 Shique Hutong (across from Beixinqiao subway exit C), Dongcheng District. (8403 9452, bj.grandmas.kitchen@hotmail.com); 3) Daily 10am-11pm. 5/F, Wudaokou Shopping Mall, Haidian District. (6266 6105, bj.grandmas. kitchen@hotmail.com); 4) Daily 7.30am11pm. 11A Xiushui Nanjie, Jianguomenwai, Chaoyang District. (6503 2893, bj.grandmas. kitchen@hotmail.com); 5) Daily 7.30am11pm. 1-2/F, Bldg B, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 3055/3056, bj.grandmas.kitchen@hotmail. com) 祖母厨房, 1) 东城区南池子大街47-2号; 2) 东城区北新桥石雀胡同28号(地铁五号线北新桥站C出口); 3) 海淀区五道口购物中心 5层; 4) 朝阳区建国门外秀水南街甲11号(友谊商店后面); 5) 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外 SohoB座1-2层

Let’s Burger Gourmet creations like the Mexicano or Wagyu beef. Voted “Best Burger” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-midnight. D101A, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (5208 6036) 朝阳区三里屯北街81号那里花园D101a

Lily’s American Diner Classically greasy North American and Tex-Mex fare like cheeseburgers, roast beef subs, fajitas and all-day breakfasts. Wi-Fi and delivery available. Daily 8am-midnight. 2-18 Tianzhijiaozi, 31 Guangqu Lu, Chaoyang District. (6592 5548) 朝阳区广渠路31号院天之骄子2号楼2-18

Mrs Shanen’s Bagels Beijing’s best bagels, as well as burgers, salads and an extensive breakfast menu. Daily 7.30am-8pm. 5 Kaifa Jie, Xibaixinzhuang (next to Capital Paradise), Shunyi District. (8046 4301) 单太太贝谷面包房, 顺义区西白辛庄开发街5号 (紧邻名都园)

Moss Coffee & Bagels Authentic bagels in several varieties plus bagel sandwiches, coffee, cakes and Wi-Fi. Mon-Fri 7am-7.30pm, SatSun 9am-7.30pm. 0171 (inside Cicada Hutong), Bldg C, Chaowai Soho, 6B Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5900 3348) 朝阳区朝外大街乙6号C座 0171（知了胡同内）

Eudora Station Bar and Restaurant Enjoy classic Western fare from hamburgers to steaks on one of Beijing's nicest terraces overlooking Lido Park. Daily 9am-2am.

Nola Sip on wine and feast on Cajun dishes including boudin balls, po’ boys and gumbo at this bar and eatery. Daily 10.30am-11pm. 11A Xiushui Nanjie, Chaoyang District. (8563 6215) 朝阳区秀水南街11号 Peter's Tex-Mex Grill The mighty Lone Star state rises again! With a menu oﬀering burritos, fajitas and enchiladas,

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DIRECTORY / DINING this eatery pays tribute to Texas' enduring popularity. Voted "Outstanding Mexican" in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 7.30am-11.30pm. Hairun International Apartment, 2B Jiangtai Lu (southeast of Holiday Inn Lido), Chaoyang District. (5135 8187, 8627 3734); 2) Mon-Fri 9.30am-11pm, Sat-Sun 7.30am-11.30pm. 88A International Club, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8532 2449) 彼德西餐, 1) 朝阳区将台路乙2号海润国际公寓公建2号（丽都假日酒店东南边）; 2) 朝阳区建国门外大街21号国际俱乐部88A

chocolate cakes are to die for – rich in taste yet moist and light. Take your time and try all three ﬂavors. 1) Daily 10am-10pm. Rm 05A. Bldg 1, Raﬄes City, Dongcheng District. (8409 8452, beijing@awfullychocolate.com. cn); 2) Daily 9am-9.30pm. Bldg 2, Carrefour Shopping Center, Zhongguancun Plaza, Haidian District. (5172 2511); 3) Daily 10am-9pm. Rm 108, Bldg 2, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5820 5826) www.awfullychocolate.com.cn 1) 东城区东直门来福士广场B1-05a (Raffles City); 2) 海淀区中关村家乐福购物中心B2楼(肯德基旁); 3) 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场2号楼108

Bento & Berries This combination bakery, cafe and deli-takeout is one of the city’s best. Mon-Fri 7am-11pm, Sat-Sun 7am-7pm. 1/F, Shangri-La’s Kerry Centre Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833 ext 45) 缤味美食屋, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心饭店1层

Bonbon Bins American-branded candies, sweets, chocolates, and accessories for the confectionary-crazy. Stockists located all over town include grocery stores, gift shops, bars, hotels and restaurants. Or shop online for delivery to your door. (8525 3566) www. bonbonbins.com

Sizzler Enjoy unlimited trips to the salad bar along with steaks, seafood, ribs and other grilled treats at this American chain. 1) Daily 11am-9pm. 2/F, Jiamao Shopping Mall, 33 Guangshun Beidajie, Wangjing, Chaoyang District. (6471 3876); 2) Daily 10am-10pm. B1-30 Glory Mall, 18 Chongwenmenwai Dajie, Chongwen District. (6714 0399); 3) Daily 11am-9.30pm. FF16, Food Forum, B1/F, The Malls at Oriental Plaza, Dongcheng District. (8518 6315); 4) Daily 11am-9pm. B1/F, Grand Paciﬁc Mall, 133 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6651 5283); 5) Daily 11am-10.30pm. International Club, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6532 0475); 6) Daily 11am10pm. 2/F, Anzhen Hualian Department Store, Anzhen Xili, Chaoyang District. (6441 9996); 7) Daily 11am-10pm. 102 Beilishi Lu , Xicheng District. (6835 0610) 时时乐, 1) 朝阳区望京广顺北大街嘉茂购物中心二层; 2) 崇文区崇文门外大街18号国瑞城购物中心 B1-30; 3) 东城区东方新天地1区地铁层食通天大街FF16商铺; 4) 西城区君太百货地下一层; 5) 朝阳区建国门外大街21号(国际俱乐部旁边); 6) 朝阳区安贞西里华联商厦2层; 7) 西城区北礼士路102号阜成门华联商场西侧

Stadium Dog The hot dogs here are a breed above your regular frank, and can be slathered with everything from onions and cheese to coleslaw, olives, jalapeños and about a dozen imported mustards. Daily 10am-2am. Gate 10, Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (6546 8364) 朝阳区朝阳区工体东路工人体育场

Boucherie Michel Artisanal French butcher serving up quality cuts of beef, veal, lamb and pork, as well as sausages, cheese, quiche and freshly roasted chickens. Daily 9am-8pm. 1/F, Jiezuo Dasha, Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6417 0489, boucheriemichel@hotmail.com) 米歇尔肉店, 朝阳区幸福村中路杰座大厦底层

Boulangerie Nanda A European-style artisanal bakery, the selection of muﬃns rotates daily, with orange, blueberry, and almond whole-wheat in hot demand (RMB 10). Take home a multigrain foccacia (RMB 16) or sour rye bread (RMB 15). Daily 9.30am-7.30pm. 1/F, 52 Jingshun Lu, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区朝阳区京顺路52号乐活城1层 Bread of Life Bakery Bread of Life Bakery creates jobs and a good working environment for older orphans who are disabled by baking and selling their own homemade breads, pies, specialty cakes and cinnamon rolls. Order by phone or online at their website. (137 2262 2865, 031 6608 3407, bread.of.life. bakery@gmail.com) http://www.breadoﬂifebakery.org/ CCSweets Artisanal Cupcakes, Cakes, Cookies. CC is an artist, jewelry designer, chocolatier & cake designer. 1) Daily 10am-6pm. Village North, NLG09A, Sanlitun Lu, Sanlitun, Chaoyang District; 2) Daily 10am-8pm. Central Park, Tower 11, Shop 109, CBD, Chaoyang District, www.ccsweets.cn 喜喜饼房, 1) 朝阳区三里屯北区 NLG09A; 2) 朝阳区朝外大街 6号，新城国际T11.109店

东门内10号进口

TGI Friday’s White collar hangout exports American-style burgers, salads, “Mexican” food and desserts. Gargantuan cocktails and regular ladies’ night specials. 1) Daily 11.30am-midnight. 1/F, Grand Skylight Catic Hotel, 18 Beichen Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8497 0650); 2) Daily 11.30am-midnight. 9-2 Jinchengfang Jie, Xicheng District. (6622 0880); 3) Daily 11.30am-midnight. Bldg C, Beijing International Plaza, 19 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8526 3388); 4) Daily 11am-11.30pm. Beijing Friendship Hotel, 1 Zhongguancun Nandajie, Haidian District. (6849 8738) 星期五餐厅, 1) 朝阳区北辰东路 18号凯迪克格兰云天大酒店1层; 2) 西城区金城坊街9-2号; 3) 朝阳区建国门外大街19号国际大厦C座; 4) 海淀区中关村南大街1号北京友谊宾馆

Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q This carnivorefriendly restaurant has packed all its authentic high-plains kitsch ﬂown in from the Lonestar State. Daily 9am-midnight. 14 Dongdaqiao Lu (on the corner of Guanghua Lu), Chaoyang District. (6591 9161) www.timsbarbq.com Tim’s 熏烤房, 朝阳区东大桥路14号贵友大厦正北200米

Union Bar & Grille The grill restaurant that’s classy enough to bring a date for steaks, wings, burgers and more. Nice brunch too. Mon-Fri 11am-11pm,Sat-Sun 11am-12pm. S6-31, 3/F, Bldg 6, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 9117) 优年美式餐厅, 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village6号楼 3层S6-31

BAKERIES, DELIS & CANDY Awfully Chocolate Their scrumptious

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区建国路89号华贸中心15号楼102

German Food Center The name says it all. Think sausages and sauerkraut. Daily 9.30am7pm. 105 Binduyuan Mansion, 15 Zaoying Beili, Maizidian (800m east of Nongzhanguan Beilu), Chaoyang District. (6591 9370) 德国食品店,朝阳区麦子店枣营北里15号宾都苑公寓105号 (长城饭店南侧,农展馆北路往东走800米路北)

Honeymoon Desserts This Hong Kong chain serves addictive HK-style desserts. Choose from creative and classic combinations of mango, black sticky rice, papaya, coconut milk, black sesame, almond soup and even durian. 1) Daily 10am-10pm. B1-13B, B1/F, Raﬄes City, 1 Dongzhimen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (8409 4228); 2) Daily 10am-10pm. B120 in the basement of Huamao Shopping Center, 81 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5969 5436); 3) Daily 10am-9.30pm. 2/F, Beijing Department Store, 253 Wangfujing Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8529 1634) 满记甜品, 1) 东城区东直门南大街1号来福士购物中心B1层B1-13B商铺; 2) 朝阳区华贸购物中心B120; 3) 东城区王府井大街253号北京百货大楼2层

Kempi Deli Some of the best bread, cakes and desserts in town. Discounts after 8pm (9pm weekends). Daily 7am-10pm. 1/F, Kempinski Hotel, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5741) 凯宾美食廊, 朝阳区凯宾斯基饭店1层 Pekotan This deli has a decent selection of meats, cheeses, ready-made salads and appetizers. Match it up with the onsite bakery’s hearty breads (whole wheat, raisin and walnut), pastries, scones and a few shelves of wine and groceries. Daily 7am-10pm. Store 2122, Bldg 12, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6533 6605) 配口堂, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号新城国际12号楼21-22号

Pie House Pie House’s “ﬁllings are loaded with fresh fruit, fresh nuts, and premium imported chocolate” and all pies are baked fresh every day. Free delivery within the Fourth Ring Road or Wudaokou. Order ﬁve hours in advance, ordering and delivery hours 9am-9pm. 9am-9pm. (5166 4464) http://www. piehouse.com.cn 派悦坊

BEIJING Fu Jia Lou This perennially packed restaurant specializes in old Beijing faves: noodles, soups and cold dishes. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9.30pm. 23 Dongsishitiao (200m west of Poly Plaza), Dongcheng District. (8403 7831) 福家楼, 东城区东四十条23号(保利大厦西200米)

Hong Bin Lou This time-honored Hui restaurant serves the standards of halal Beijing cuisine, including halal Peking duck (prepared according to Muslim dietary law), shuan yangrou (scalded lamb) and feiniu huoguo (succulent beef crock-pot). Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. 11 Zhanlanguan Lu (at the intersection of Baiwanzhuang), Xicheng District. (6899 2569/4560) 鸿宾楼, 西城区展览馆11号（百万庄路口）

Hot Bean Cooperative Run by a group of hip youngsters, the chicken wings are the main draw here. Daily 10am-10pm. Just inside Chaodou Hutong (50m north of Jiaodaokou Nandajie and Kuan Jie intersection), Dongcheng District. (8401 6165) 炒豆合作社, 东城区交道口南大街炒豆胡同

Huguosi Xiaochidian Traditional Beijing snacks served by this popular, hygienic, laozihao (historical brand). 1) Daily 5.30am9pm. 93 Huguosi Dajie, Xicheng District. (6618 1705); 2) Daily 6am-8pm. 180 Di’anmenwai Dajie, Xicheng District. (6404 2946) 护国寺小 Comptoirs de France Oﬀers a variety of freshly baked rolls, baguettes, and loaves of bread alongside tempting pastries and chocolates. Voted “Outstanding Sandwiches” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. All stores Daily 7am-8.30pm. 1) 2/F, 5 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8470 2347); 2) 4 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8562 3355); 3) L-111, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 6309); 4) 1/F, Bldg 5, Hairun International Apartment, 2B Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5135 7645); 5) 1/F, East Lake Club, 35 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6461 1525); 6) Rm 102, 1/F, Bldg 15, China Central Place, 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 5480) www. comptoirsdefrance.com 法派, 1) 朝阳区来广营东路5号2楼东侧; 2) 朝阳区日坛北路4号; 3) 顺义区裕翔路99号天竺镇欧陆广场L111室; 4) 朝阳区将台路乙2号海润国际公寓商业5一层; 5) 东城区东直门外大街35号东湖俱乐部1层; 6) 朝阳

吃店, 1) 西城区护国寺大街93号; 2) 西城区地安门外大街180号

Jiumen Xiaochi Taste some of the best of Beijing’s traditional snacks at this collection of laozihao snack stalls; most relocated from Dashilan’r when the Qianmen area underwent renovation. Daily 10am-10pm. 1 Xiaoyou Hutong, Xicheng District. (6402 5858) 九门小吃, 西城区孝友胡同1号

Kuan Dian Hip youth chow down on chicken wings on the rooftop terrace of this Drum Tower-area restaurant all throughout the year. Daily 11am-midnight. 135 Jiugulou Dajie, Xicheng District. (8404 0523) 宽店, 西城区旧鼓楼大街135号

Lao Beijing Kaorou Marinated beef or mutton grilled on a zhizi (Qing-style charcoal brazier) at your table. A nip of baijiu is the traditional tipple for this lao Beijing snack. Daily 11am-11pm. 4A, Longtoujing Hutong (near

Prince Gong’s Mansion south of Houhai Lake), Xicheng District. (8322 2217) 老北京烤肉, 西城区龙头井胡同甲14号(近恭王府)

Noodle Bar The kung-fu chefs at this hip 12-seat bar wow all-comers with their noodlepulling skills. Daily 11am-10pm. 1949–The Hidden City, Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (behind Paciﬁc Century Place), Chaoyang District. (6501 1949) 面吧, 朝阳区工体北路4号院 (太平洋百货南门对面)

Nanlaishun First opening in 1937, Nanlaishun features over 200 diﬀerent types of old Beijing snack foods, including authentic hot pot. Daily 6am-9pm, 11am-2pm, 4.30-9pm. 12 Nancaiyuan Jie, Xuanwu District. (6353 4720) 南来顺饭庄, 宣武区南菜园街12号

Yaoji Chaogan Dian This old Beijing style restaurant specializes in chaogan, a breakfast dish of pork liver and intestines served in a mushroom broth thickened with mung bean starch and topped with crushed raw garlic. Daily 6am-10.30pm. 331 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (8401 0570) 姚记炒肝店, 东城区鼓楼东大街331号

Yuebin Restaurant Beijing’s ﬁrst privatelyowned restaurant post-1949 is also one of its ﬁnest. Don’t miss the guota doufu he (wok tofu boxes) and ganshao huangyu (fried yellow croaker). Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. 43, 31 Cuihua Hutong (opposite the main gates of the National Art Museum of China), Dongcheng District. (6524 5322) 悦宾饭馆, 东城区翠花胡同 43，31号(中国美术馆对面)

BEIJING DUCK Bianyifang This “laozihao” (time-honored brand) restaurant has been serving up some of the capital’s ﬁnest duck since 1855, and boasts its own special slow roast technique for more mouth watering results. 1) Mon-Fri 10.30am-2pm, 5-9.30pm; Sat-Sun 10am-9pm. 6 Beisanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8208 1019, 5857 2687); 2) Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5-9pm. 4/F, Bldg 1, Dacheng International Center, 78 Dongsihuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5962 6999); 3) Daily 11am-9.30pm. 3/F Building 2, New World Shopping Mall, 3 Chongwenmenwai Dajie, Chongwen District. (6708 8680); 4) Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. 73 Tiantan Donglu, Chongwen District. (6702 0904) www.bianyifang.com 便宜坊, 1) 朝阳区北三环中路6号; 2) 朝阳区东四环中路78号大成国际中心1号楼4层; 3) 崇文区崇文门外大街3号新世界商场二期3层; 4) 崇文区天坛东路73号

Da Dong Roast Duck Da Dong’s “superlean” roast ducks have a reputation for being among the best in the city, but don’t overlook his other creations. Voted “Best Beijing Duck”, “Best Contemporary Chinese” and Chinese Restaurant of the Year” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-10pm. 1) 5/F, Jinbao Dasha, Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (8522 1234); 2) 1-2/F, Nanxincang International Plaza, 22A Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng District. (5169 0329); 3) 3 Tuanjiehu Beikou, Dongsanhuan Lu (southeast corner of Changhong Qiao), Chaoyang District. (6582 2892/4003) 北京大董烤鸭店, 1) 东城区金宝街金宝大厦5层; 2) 东城区东四十条甲22号南新仓国际大厦1~2楼 (立交桥西南角); 3) 朝阳区团结湖北口3号楼东三环路(长虹桥东南角)

Duck de Chine Delectable roast duck in a romantic setting complete with Bollinger Champagne bar. Voted “Outstanding Beijing Duck” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 1949–The Hidden City, Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (opposite the south gate of Paciﬁc Century Place Mall), Chaoyang District. (6501 8881) 全鸭季, 朝阳区工体北路4号院 (太平洋百货南门对面)

JingZun Peking Duck Restaurant An urbane spot that will impress business contacts and foreign guests with its traditional furniture, soigné presentation, and skillfully carved duck. Daily 11am-10pm. Bldg 6, Taipingzhuang Nanli, Chunxiu Lu (north of Xingfucun Zhonglu), Chaoyang District. (6417 4075) 京尊烤鸭, 朝阳区朝阳区春秀路太平庄南里6号楼北侧

Liqun Roast Duck Restaurant Ex Quanjude chef Li Qun serves quality ducks in a rundown but rustic courtyard - worth the trek out to Qianmen. Daily 10am-10pm. 11 Beixiangfeng, Zhengyi Lu (northeast of Qianmen), Dongcheng District. (6705 5578) 利群烤鸭店, 东城区前门东大街正义路南口北翔凤胡同11号

Made in China This stylish joint on the ﬁrst ﬂoor of the Grand Hyatt boasts some of the

DIRECTORY / DINING city’s ﬁnest roast duck. Voted “Outstanding Contemporary Chinese” and “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Chinese)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 1/F, Grand Hyatt Hotel, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6510 9608) 长安一号, 东城区东长安街1号东方广场北京东方君悦大酒店1层

Peking Duck, Private Kitchen Cozy CBD restaurant serving creditable duck for RMB 99 and other fowl-centric dishes. Daily 11am-2pm, 5pm-9.30pm. Vantone Center, 6A Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (5907 1920) 果果私房烤鸭, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街 6A号万通中心

Quanjude Quanjude’s celebrated birds have passed through the mouths of visitors from Fidel Castro to Richard Nixon. Voted “Outstanding Beijing Duck” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11am-9pm. Tower 1-3, Bldg A, Tianchuang Shiyuan, 309 Huizhong Beili, Chaoyang District. (6480 1685/6); 2) Daily 11am-3pm, 5-10pm. 57 Di’anmen Xidajie, Xicheng District. (6612 8557, 6617 1570); 3) Daily 11am-2pm, 4.30-9pm. 9 Shuaifuyuan Hutong, Wangfujing Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6525 3310); 4) Daily 10.30am-9pm. 1/F, Jingxin Dasha, 2A Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6466 0896) 全聚德, 1) 朝阳区慧忠北里309号天创世缘A座1-3楼; 2) 西城区地安门西大街57号; 3) 东城区王府井大街帅府园胡同9号; 4) 朝阳区东三环北路甲2号京信大厦1层

Xiang Man Lou Xiang Man Lou may not be the most spectacularly furbished of roast duckeries, but it’s nevertheless a decent and low-priced place for a duck feast. Daily 11am4.20pm,4.50pm-10pm. Xinyuan Xili Zhongjie (opposite Yuyang Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6460 6711) 香满楼, 朝阳区新源西里中街(渔阳饭店斜对面)

BUFFETS Asia Bistro Hotel-restaurant specializes in cuisine from Thailand and Vietnam, with the key event being the RMB 388/288 brunch buffet (with flowing champagne and wine/with beer) 11.30am-3pm on Sunday afternoons. Voted "Outstanding Hotel Brunch" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 11.30am-3pm on Sunday afternoons. Daily 6am-midnight.. Lobby, JW Marriott Hotel, 83 Jianguo Lu, China Central Place, Chaoyang District. (5908 8511) 朝阳区建国路83号JW万豪酒店 Aroma Aroma offers five distinct cuisines: Japanese, Indian, Chinese, Southeast Asian, and Western favorites. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 610.30pm. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8777) 香溢, 朝阳区华贸中心建国路甲83号丽思卡尔顿酒店

Cafe Cha A sumptuous buﬀet featuring a sushi and sashimi station, pasta, pizza, Malaysian laksa and tandoori specialties. Daily 6-10am, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-9.30pm. Shangri-La Hotel, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6841 2211 ext 2715) 咖啡Cha, 海淀区紫竹院路29号香格里拉饭店

East 33 International buffet restaurant featuring Asian and Western treats plus a weekend seafood buffet featuring live Boston lobster. Daily 6.30am-10.30pm. Raffles Beijing Hotel, 33 Dongchangan Jie, Dongcheng District. (6526 3388 ext 5171) 东三十三, 东城区东长安街33号北京饭店莱佛士

11.30pm. Basement of The Peninsula Beijing, 8 Jinyu Hutong, Wangfujing, Dongcheng District. (6559 2888 ext 6714) 京, 东城区王府井金鱼胡同8号王府半岛酒店地下1层

Joy Luck The environment is “hotel buﬀet” chic, with cooking stations churning out sushi, pizza, dim sum, crepes and fresh juices. Prices lean towards “basement food court.” A wine bar (open late) stocks imported bottles below RMB 100. Daily 11am-10pm, wine bar open until 2am. 5/F, 3.3 Mall, 33 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (5136 5760) 朝阳区三里屯北街33号3.3服饰大厦5层

Kranzler’s This Kempinski venue’s claim to fame is their classy East-meets-West buﬀet with a range of German, Italian, Japanese and Chinese specialties. A live jazz band and the Kempinski’s Kids Club round out the offerings. Daily 6am-midnight. 1/F, Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6465 3388 ext 4222) 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店1层

Monsoon A cafe-style restaurant oﬀering an innovative selection of Asian and Western cuisines. Daily 6-10.30am, 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-11pm. InterContinental Hotel, 11 Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (5852 5888 ext 5916/5917) 季候风, 西城区金融街11号洲际酒店 Senses Hosts Bubbly Sundays, one of the most lavish brunches in town. Tied for “Best Brunch (hotel)” with Taste in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 6.30-10.30am, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm.. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6629 7810) 味, 西城区金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Seasonal Tastes Lively, cool, clean and fresh, this buﬀet restaurant comes with interactive cooking stations and healthful “super foods” corners that help jump start your day. On Sundays, Seasonal Tastes hosts “Bubbalicious,” which readers voted as the cowinner of “Best Hotel Brunch” in the Beijinger’s 2010 RestaurantAwards. Daily 6.30-10.30am, 11.30am-3pm, 5.30-11pm. 2/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8102) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店2层

Skyline Cafe The Skyline Cafe at the Kunlun Hotel features a gourmet buﬀet including ﬁve open stations of desserts, make-your-own pizza, sushi, Indian tandoori, noodles galore and seasonal items. Daily 12-2pm, 6-10pm. 1/F, Kunlun Hotel, 2 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6590 3388) 天庭咖啡厅, 朝阳区新源南路2号昆仑饭店1层

Vasco’s International and Chinese culinary hits with a Portuguese twist. On Sundays it hosts FIZZtastic, voted “Outstanding Brunch (Hotel)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 6.30-10am, 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-11pm. 5/F, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888) 东城区王府井东街8号希尔顿北京王府井酒店5层

VIC International buﬀet dining with a smattering of Gallic touches. Mon-Fri 12pm2.30pm, 6-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 6-10.30pm. 6/F, Soﬁtel Hotel, Tower C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 6666) VIC 国际美食, 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场C座6层

CAFES & TEAHOUSES

Essence Market-fresh daily menus and international buﬀets with Asian & Western delights. Daily 24hrs. Lobby level of Crowne Plaza Beijing, 48 Wangfujing Avenue, Dongcheng District. (6513 3388 ext 3) 西餐厅, 东城区王府井大街48号国际艺苑皇冠假日酒店内

Garden Court Brasserie-style buﬀet featuring an extravagant Champagne brunch on Sundays. Daily 6-10am,11.30am-2pm,6-11pm. St. Regis Hotel, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6460 6688 ext 2340) 景苑咖啡厅, 朝阳区建国门外大街21号国际俱乐部饭店

Greenfish Floor-to-ceiling windows and “flexitarian” cuisine – fresh and tasty food with a focus on vegetable and seafood dishes. Seafood buffet every Friday and Saturday. Daily 6.30am-11pm. The Ritz-Carlton Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6601 6666 ext 6255) 四季汇, 西城区金城坊东街1号北京金融街丽思卡顿酒店

Jing Watch the chefs in action at this minimalist, open-plan restaurant serving decent Asian and Western cuisine. Daily 5.30am-

Alba Cute, cozy and cool, Alba (formerly e.a.t) invites you to while away the hours between breakfast and last call on its couches, bar stools or terrace with superior cocktails and fresh salads, sandwiches and pasta. Daily 10am-2am. 70 Gulou Dongdajie (east of Nanluogu Xiang), Dongcheng District. (6709 1383) 东城区鼓楼东大街70号

Bocata Lunch favorite for embassy staﬀ. The white rock terrace and well-made paninis make this sandwich cafe a pleasant retreat when the climate is congenial. Daily 10am-midnight. 33 Sanlitun Lu (3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (6417 5291) 朝阳区三里屯路33号3.3大厦对面

The Bookworm Light sandwiches, salads and pastas as well as heartier fare. 1) Mon-Sat 8am-8pm,Sun 8am-5pm. The First Courtyard, Hegezhuang Village, Shunyi District. (6431 2108, books@beijingbookworm. com, kidsclub@beijingbookworm. com); 2) Daily 9am-2am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6586 9507, books@beijingbookworm.com, kidsclub@beijingbookworm.com) www. chinabookworm.com 书虫书吧, 1) 顺义区崔各庄乡，何各庄村一号院; 2) 朝阳区工体北路4号院

The Bridge Cafe Extremely popular with the foreign student contingent, this cafe offers a completely American menu, with wonderful coffees, cakes and breakfast specials. A top floor terrace is a pleasant retreat in the spring and summer. Daily 24hrs. Rm 8, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan, Chengfu Lu (west of Wudaokou subway station), Haidian District. (8286 7026) 桥咖啡, 海淀区成府路五道口华清嘉园12号楼 8号（五道口城铁站西边）

Cafe Bellissimo This cafe oﬀers a cool environment, friendly service and good coﬀee at reasonable prices (an espresso is RMB 10). Next door is sister restaurant Swiss Restaurant and Bar. Daily 10am-10pm. Stall 567, Bldg 15, Bar Street, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (5905 1780 ext 802) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号SOLANA蓝色港湾酒吧街15号楼567商铺

Cafe de Sofa This cute three-story cafe tucked in a back alley of Houhai serves up a variety of Taiwanese-inspired drinks and snacks. Sandwiches, salads and coﬀee are on oﬀer, and there is a rooftop terrace which with to enjoy a view of the lake. 11.00am-midnight. 12 Yindingqiao Hutong (south of Yindingqiao Bridge), Xicheng District, Xicheng District. (62032905) 沙发咖啡馆, 西城区西城区银锭桥胡同12号（银锭桥南）

Cafe Noir Pan-Asian cuisine and European classics served with a garden view. Daily 6.30am-midnight. Traders Upper East Hotel, 2 Dongsihuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5907 8888) 朝阳区东四环北路2号上东盛贸酒店 Cafe Zarah This cool German cafe serves cakes, soups, salads, and European-style breakfasts from the owner’s personal recipe book. Daily 9.30am-midnight. 42 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (8403 9807) www.cafezarah.com 东城区鼓楼东大街42号 Central Perk The enduring popularity of the 1990s sitcom Friends lives on this Chaowai Soho cafe that has recreated the cafe setting from the show right down to the last detail – the handwritten menu on the wall, the brick interior, and of course, the iconic orange couch. TV screens continually show episodes of Friends and coﬀee is at equally friendly prices (the most expensive on the menu is RMB 20). Ste 0616, Bldg A, Chaowai SOHO, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区朝阳门外大街,朝外SOHO,A区0616室

CNEX Salon Cafe Short for “Chinese Next,” CNEX is a non-proﬁt organization founded by a group of professionals, from Mainland China, Taiwan and Hong Kong, who are passionate about Chinese culture and are devoted to the production and promotion of documentaries related to the Chinese people. The Salon Cafe serves Western food and drinks (coﬀee, beer, cocktails) and regularly hosts screenings, exhibitions, music performances and workshops. Also available for private events. Tue-Sun 1.30-9.30pm. 3 Guangqu Donglu, inside Image Base Beijing (take Dongsihuan to Da Jiaoting Qiao, turn East onto Guangqu Lu. Go straight past three stops, make a U-turn, go straight about 200 meters, Jingyuan Image Base is on the north side of the road), Chaoyang District. (8721 5576, contact@cnex.org.cn) www.cnex.org. cn/index.php 北北库沙龙咖啡馆, 朝阳区广渠东路3号竞院图片基地1号库东1层

Fisheye Café This blue and white coffee shop serves up quality coffee sourced from Ritual Coffee Roasters of San Francisco Daily 10am-10pm. S1-18, 1/F Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. 鱼眼咖啡,朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯

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Iberia Coffee Artsy, Mediterranean-styled cafe and restaurant situated next to the entrance of the Iberia Center for Contemporary Art. Weary art buﬀs can take respite in cappuccinos, light tapas, comfortable sofas, and free WiFi. Daily 10am-8pm. Shop E06, 798 Arts District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5978 9532) 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号798艺术区E06 Irresistible Cafe This courtyard cafe holds a monthly Czech dinner including Central European goulash beef stew, Czech Budvar beer and Becherovka, the famous Czech liqueur. They also serve organic food and salads, crepes and soups. Daily 11am-8pm. 14 Mao’er Hutong (west of Nanluogu Xiang), Dongcheng District. (139 1001 6827) 东城区帽儿胡同14号（南锣鼓巷西侧）

Kubrick Named after movie director Stanley Kubrick, this coﬀee house is linked to the Broadway movie theater and a charming bookshop inside Beijing’s MOMA. With neon green furniture brightening an otherwise gray and muted setting, the cafe aims to be a cultural center in which art exhibitions, talks and sharing sessions are held for expats to blend into local culture. 11.30am - 10pm. Inside China MOMA North Section, 1 Xiangheyuan Lu, Dongcheng District. (84388371) 库布里克, 东城区东城区东直门香河园路1号北区当代MOMA内

Oyo House This polished cafe features all-day brunches, including British breakfast sets, home-made pancakes, and omelets with a Taiwanese touch. Daily 11am-midnight. Sanlitun Houjie (next to Luga’s Villa), Chaoyang District. (6145 5607) 朝阳区三里屯后街(靠近 Luga’s Villa)

Panino Teca This casual-chic cafe bakes its own bread daily on the premises. Voted “Outstanding Sandwiches” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Delivery is available. 1) Daily 8.30am-midnight. S2-11, Bldg 2, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu (across from Aperitivo and Nali Patio), Chaoyang District. (6416 1416); 2) Daily 8am-11pm. 1 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (8454 1797) 品味店, 1) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village2号楼S2-11; 2) 朝阳区三里屯北小街1号

Sequoia Bakery and Cafe Serves up deli-style sandwiches, homemade desserts, and one of Beijing’s better cups of joe. Also delivers. 1) Daily 8am-8pm. Kerry Centre Mall, B1-36 (next to Papa John’s Pizza), 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (8529 6418, frank. siegel@gmail.com); 2) Daily 7am-8pm. 44 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6501 5503, frank.siegel@gmail.com) www.sequoiacafe. com 美洲杉, 1) 朝阳区光华路1号北京嘉里中心 B1-36号; 2) 朝阳区光华路44号

Teahouse of Fu Classical teahouse with exquisite Ming/Qing furniture on the south bank of Houhai. 10.30am-midnight. 23-3A, Yangfang Hutong, Bajiao Ting (inside Houhai park, east of Shiqiao), Deshengmennei Dajie, Xicheng District. (6616 0725/6343) 茶家傅, 西城区德胜门内大街石桥东后海公园内八角亭羊房胡同甲23-3号

Unconditional Love Coffee This small cafe next to the Today Art Museum boasts a genuine barista and some of the best coﬀee in town. Daily 8am-midnight. Today Art Museum, Pingod, 32 Baiziwan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5826 3652) 朝阳区朝阳区百子湾路32号苹果社区今日美术馆往东100米

Village Cafe Straightforward European and Southeast Asian cuisine in a breezy, boutique space. Good lunch deals. Daily 24hr. 1/F, The Opposite House, Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6410 5210, villagecafe@theoppositehouse.com) 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village1号楼瑜舍1层

CANTONESE Celestial Court Seafood and dim sum in a luxurious setting for those on an expense account. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm. 2/F, St Regis Hotel, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6460 6688 ext 2460 or 2462) 天宝阁, 朝阳区建国门外大街21号北京国际俱乐部饭店2层

Chao Dian Twin storied Cantonese dim sum house with a menu of 44 favorites like steamed BBQ pork buns and shaomai shrimp dumplings. Mon-Fri 10am-3am, Sat-Sun 9am3am. S6-32, 3/F, Bldg 6, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6413 2998) 嘲点, 朝阳区三里屯北路19号三里屯Village南区

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DIRECTORY / DINING 三楼S6-32单元

Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888) 东城

Crystal Jade High quality Cantonese food and good service in an opulent atmosphere. Voted “Outstanding Dim Sum” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards 1) Daily 11am4pm, 5-10pm. Store BB82, Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8515 0238); 2) Daily 11am-10pm. 6/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6533 1150/70) 翡翠皇宫酒家, 1) 东城区东长

区王府井希尔顿酒店王府井东街8号

Green T. House Tea-infused fusion cuisine served in an impressively fanciful atmosphere. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-11.30pm. 6 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 8310, 6552 8311) www.green-t-house.com 紫云轩, 朝阳区工体西路6号

My China Classic Beijing and spicy Sichuan and Hunan cuisine cooked authentically by chefs from the region. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10pm. 2/F, Hilton Beiing Capital Airport. (6458 8888 ext 8901) 北京首都机场希

安街1号东方广场地铁层BB82店铺; 2) 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地6层

Fook Lam Moon A legendary Hong Kong institution that aims to remain true to the traditions of Cantonese cuisine with one simple principle: premium ingredients should be allowed to speak for themselves. Mon-Fri 11.30am-3pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 4/F, China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomen Waidajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2299 ext 6411) 福临

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Guanghe Chaxuan Part of the Guangdong Provincial Government Beijing Oﬃce, this is the only place in Beijing that serves dim sum from Hong Kong-style wheel carts (before 11am). A la carte dishes are served in the afternoons. Daily 7am-midnight. 5/F, Guangzhou Dasha, 3A Heng Er Tiao, Xidan, Xicheng District. (5855 9988) 广和茶轩, 西城区西单横二条甲3号广州大厦5层

Hang Heung’s Kitchen The stylish white and orange dining room serves a full range of classic HK-style cafe food and traditional dinnertime favorites all without MSG. The Kitchen’s large selection of barbecued and roasted meats, such as crispy-skinned juicy suckling pig, comes highly recommended. Daily 7am-midnight. 1-2 Taihua Apartment, Chongwenmenwai Dajie, Chongwen District. (6708 3155) 恒香栈, 崇文区崇文门外大街太华公寓1-2号商铺 llage南区6号楼3层s6-33; 2) 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场10号楼B02

Horizon Good variety of Chinese dishes; classy atmosphere. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. 1/F, Shangri-La’s Kerry Centre Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833 ext 41) 海天阁, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心饭店1层

Huang Ting Fancy-pants Cantonese cuisine (including dim sum) amidst Ming and Qing dynasty antiques for those using the corporate credit card. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm. B2/F, The Peninsula Beijing, 8 Jinyu Hutong, Wangfujing Jie, Dongcheng District. (8516 2888 ext 6707) 凰庭, 东城区王府井大街金鱼胡同8号王府半岛酒店地下2层

Jewel Well-presented authentic Cantonese cuisine and signature dishes from around China. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6606 8866 ext 7820) 金城阁, 西城区金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Jin Ding Xuan Cantonese chain that specializes in fresh, steaming baskets of dim sum. Voted “Best Dim Sum” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 24hrs. 1) 77 Hepingli Xijie, Dongcheng District. (6429 6888); 2) 1/F, Entrance B03, north corner of Jinyuan Shopping Mall, 1 Yuanda Lu, Haidian District. (8887 1155); 3) Yiyuan No.15, Anhuibeili, Yayuncun, Chaoyang District. (6497 8978); 4) 16 Pufang Lu, across from Carrefour, Fengtai District. (6761 7161); 5) 15 Tuanjiehu Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8596 8881) 金鼎轩酒楼, 1) 东城区和平里西街77号; 2) 海淀区远大路1号金源时代购物中心北侧1层B03入口; 3) 朝阳区亚运村安慧北里逸园15号; 4) 丰台区方庄蒲芳路16号 (家乐福对面); 5) 朝阳区团结湖南路15号

Lei Garden Flawlessly presented haute Cantonese – abalone, shark’s ﬁn, bird’s nest – and dim sum (11.30am-2.15pm) that many critics hail as Beijing’s best. Voted “Outstanding Dim Sum” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-9.30pm. 3/F, Jinbao Tower, 89 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (8522 1212) http://ihs.microweb.com. hk/~design/leigarden/beijing.html 利苑, 东城区金宝街89号金宝大厦3楼

Ming Court Headed by a master chef trained at the two Michelin-star Ming Court at the Langham Place in Hong Kong, it specializes in Cantonese and Shandong cuisine served in palatial surrounds. Must-try dishes include dim sum along with barbecue meats from the purpose-built barbecue kitchen. Chinese teas handpicked by the resident Beijing tea master and a top-drawer selection of wines and Chinese spirits accompany the feast. Seven suites

OCTOBER 2010

ALL MONTH: EVENING WINE RITUAL

Enjoy free-flow cocktails and wine, including select special wines, at the legendary Press Club Bar in the St. Regis. for private dining, some with staggering views of the runway. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 1 Er Jing Road, Langham Place, Beijing Capital Airport. Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) 明阁, 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店

Noble Court Fine Cantonese cuisine featuring dim sum as well as seafood dishes. MonFri 11.30am-2.30pm, Sat-Sun 10.30am-2.30pm; daily 5.30-10pm. B1/F, Grand Hyatt Beijing Hotel, Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8518 1234 ext 3822) beijing.grand.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/entertainment/restaurants/index.jsp 悦庭, 东城区东长安街1号东方广场北京东方君悦大酒店地下1层

Wu Li Xiang Authentic Cantonese and regional cuisines. Hong Kong-style dim sum served daily. Mon-Fri 11am-2pm, 5-10pm,SatSun 9am-4pm,5-10pm. Traders Upper East Hotel, Beijing, 2 Dongsihuan Beilu (intersection of Xiaoyun Qiao and Fangyuan Xilu near Upper East Side), Chaoyang District (5907 8406) 朝阳区东四环北路2号(霄云桥和芳园西十字路口)北京上东盛贸饭店 2-3 层

Xiao Che’s Dessert Shop The freshest rice rolls (changfen) in town, with ﬁllings that include beef and barbecued pork. Daily 10am9.30pm. 52 Jiaozi Hutong, Dongsi Beidajie, Dongcheng District (6401 6981) 小彻甜品店, 东城区东四北大街轿子胡同52号

ZEN Revamped Si Chou Lu reinvents the dynasty look with golden opulent tones and traditional Cantonese cuisine by Chef Mark Ko from Hong Kong. 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.3010.30pm. Intercontinental Hotel, 11 Financial Street, Xicheng District. (5852 5888) 西城区金

7 Sanlitun Beijie (behind 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (6416 2575) www. lugas-beijing.com 朝阳区三里屯北街7号3.3购物中心后

TERRA SALT owner Gaby Alves’s new bar & restaurant specialising in Peruvian ceviche and tiratidos. Also oﬀers a good wine and cocktail selection. Tue-Sun, 11-1am. 1 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6591 9148) 朝阳区三里屯南路1号

The Mexican Kitchen Serves generous portions of ﬂavorful Tex-Mex faves such as burritos, fajitas, and tacos. Daily 11am-9.30pm. 705 Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. (8046 4558/59) 墨西哥厨房, 顺义区天竺开发区荣祥广场705号

The Saddle Cantina The Saddle Cantina's small ground-ﬂoor bar calls to mind Saddle's roots, while the upstairs is a spread-out dining and drinking area with a 200sqm outdoor balcony. Voted "Best Mexican" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-late. West wing, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu (south of 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (5208 6005) www.beijingsaddle.com 朝阳区三里屯北路81号北京那里花园内西侧二层小楼

The Side Saddle Sanlitun shoppers can build their own mighty burritos from a selection of ﬁllings. Daily 11am-2am. 1/F, South wing (next to Ciro’s Pomodoro), Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6005)

My Humble House With its self-consciously striking décor – including a bamboo grove and reﬂecting pool covered with ﬂoating rose petals – My Humble House, seems anything but, well, “humble.” Professional, friendly service complements a fusion of Chinese cuisines in an impressively stunning and romantic setting. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. W307 Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8518 8811) 寒室, 东城区东方广场平台层西三办公楼W307

The Roadhouse at Mutianyu Fantastic Great Wall views and hearty Chinese country food including fresh rainbow trout. Weekends and holidays 11am-3pm, or by prior appointment. Sat-Sun and holidays 11am-3pm, or by prior appointment. 12 Mutianyu Village, Huairou District. (6162 6506) www.roadhouseatmutianyu.com 大路馆儿, 怀柔区慕田峪村12号 Trainspotting Trendy concept restaurant delivers well-priced Southwest Chinese cooking with a contemporary twist. Daily 11am-10pm. 46 Fangjia Hutong (just south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District. (6400 1725) 猜火车, 东城区方家胡同46号艺术园区 (国子监南临)

Whampoa Club Culinary mastermind Jereme Leung transforms classic Beijing comfort food into a marvel. High living comes at a price, however. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 510.30pm. 23A Jinrong Dajie, Xicheng District. (8808 8828) 黄浦会, 西城区金融大街甲23号 Zhuo Mo Restaurant Zhuo Mo restaurant features contemporary Chinese fusion cuisine in an impressively up-scale restaurant environment. The menu is in Chinese only. 11am-10pm. (8315 6850) 琢墨中华菜, 宣武区宣武区和平门琉璃厂西街荣宝斋大厦1楼

CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL

朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园内南侧1层

融街11号洲际酒店

Zen5es A mix of authentic Cantonese supplemented by signature dishes from China’s other major regional cuisines - Beijing, Shanghai, Sichuan, Hunan, and Zhejiang. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 4/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8121) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICAN Amigo Surprisingly authentic restaurant boasts crowd-pleasing food and huge margaritas. All drinks half price on Saturdays. Daily 11am-11pm. 95 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (8403 3981) 阿眯哥, 东城区阿眯哥。东城区鼓楼东大街95号

Brazillian Churrascos Latin-style grill restaurant at the lobby level of the hotel. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. 1/F, Crowne Plaza Wuzhou, 8 Beisihuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8498 2288) www.crowneplaza.com/beijingwuzhou 朝阳区北四环中路8号五洲皇冠假日酒店1层

Latin Grillhouse All-you-can-eat meat, potent caipirinhas and pulsing Brazilian music. Daily 11am-3pm, 5-11pm. C1-11, Block 1, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6126/8) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区1号楼C1-11

Luga's Villa Decent beers and Mexican food ranging from enchiladas and burritos, to fajitas, nachos and more. Set lunches available Mon-Fri. Daily happy hour 11am-8pm. Voted "Outstanding Mexican" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-2am.

TERRA Cevicheria and bar by the team behind SALT. Oﬀering contemporary Peruvian cuisine and innovative cocktails. Tue-Sun 11am-1am. 1 Sanlitun Nan Lu, Beijing, Chaoyang District. (6591 9148) 朝阳区三里屯南路1号

CONTEMPORARY CHINESE Cangsu Fengge This place serves up inspiring Chinese food and caters to discerning diners on Houhai’s gaudy Lotus Lane. The must orders include Shaoxing marinated chicken (RMB 38) and sauteed ribbonﬁsh with garlic and Sichuan peppercorn(RMB 76). Opt for the Chilean Dancing Flame Chardonnay (RMB 168) over the pricey Tsing tao (RMB 25/small bottle) 51 Di‘anmen Xi Dajie, Xicheng District. (8328 6766) 藏素风格, 西城区地安门西大街51号

Chynna Serving Northern Chinese cuisine and a range of other regional classics with a modern twist. Daily 10.30am-2pm.5.30-11pm. 5/F Hilton Hotel Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing

Alameda Contemporary ﬁne dining with a Brazilian twist. Voted“Best Business Lunch” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-3pm, 6-10.30pm. Sanlitun Beijie (beside the Nali Mall), Chaoyang District. (6417 8084, alameda_beijing@yahoo.com) 朝阳区三里屯北街

Bei Delectable, artfully presented North Asian cuisine in a hip, minimalist setting. Voted “Outstanding Contemporary Chinese Restaurant” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Sat 5.30-10pm. B1/F, The Opposite House, Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6410 5230) www. beirestaurant.com 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯 Village1号楼瑜舍地下1层

BLD Cafe International buﬀet restaurant featuring showpiece Sunday brunch. Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5863 8223) www.renaissancebeijingcapital.com 朝阳区东三环中路61号北京富力万丽酒店

Blu Lobster Professional service and state of the art cooking techniques at this ﬁve star restaurant. Tue-Sun 5.30-11pm. Valley Wing 1/F,

DIRECTORY / DINING TAKE 5

STARCHES

of whole ﬁsh, seafood salads and specials like bouillabaisse or Atlantic lobster, all served with rice, potatoes, ﬁsh soup and freshly baked bread. Daily 11.30am-midnight. 1/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (5208 6038) 朝阳区三里屯北街81号那里花园1层

ROOMBEIJING

The Asian-spiced shrimp risotto is one of Brian McKenna’s best creations. Topped with silky avocado ice cream, coconut milk foam and shr imp tempura, the shor t-grain rice is cooked to a perfect al dente. RMB 50/80/100 (s/m/l)

SAMADHI VEGETARIAN TEAHOUSE

Ignore their set menu and go straight for a bowl of barley meal. The wholegrain barley is simply steamed, with the pure fragrance of clean earth and an audible crunch. RMB 10

PHRIK THAI

Rich and creamy, the yellow curry beef brisket with potato will bring a smile to diners who love coconut milk but fear Thai chillis. RMB 45

DIAN FENG LOU

Modo Modern wine bar serving well over a dozen wines by the glass, as well as small plates of tasty contemporary European cuisine. The team behind the popular Mosto created this space and brought in Enomatic wine dispensers to allow people to explore diﬀerent wines. Daily 11am-11pm. 3/F, Sanlitun Village South (close to Element Fresh), Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 7207) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区3楼(近新元素)

Their signature steamed pineapple rice is among the best in town. The pearl-like sticky rice gets marries well with the sweetness of the ripe fruit. RMB 28

ALAMEER

Rice goes great with milk, as you can see from this Arabian rice pudding. It’s also loaded with sugar, though, so prepare your sweet tooth for a shock. RMB 15 Shangri-La Hotel, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6841 2211 ext 6727 / 6728) 蓝韵, 海淀区紫竹院路29号北京香格里拉饭店新阁一层

China Grill Get a bird’s eye view of Beijing while dining on grilled meats, seafood and classical Chinese dishes. Daily 6-10.30am, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 66/F, Park Hyatt Hotel, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1234) 北京亮, 朝阳区建国门外大街2号柏悦酒店66层

CourtYard Modern European by top consultant chef Dan Segall matched with Beijing’s prettiest view across the Forbidden City’s moat. Voted “Outstanding for a Romantic Meal” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 6-9.30pm. 95 Donghuamen Dajie (north of Donghuamen parking lot at the Forbidden City), Dongcheng District. (6526 8883) 四合院, 东城区东华门大街95号 (故宫东

Mosto Inventive, exciting contemporary food with a South American touch. Voted “Outstanding Business Lunch,” “Outstanding Wine List,” “Outstanding Chef (Daniel Urdaneta)” and “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Non-Chinese)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards.Daily noon-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6030) www.mostobj.com 摸石头, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园3层

Paper This sleek, urban minimalist restaurant designed and opened by Bed owner Cho Chong Gee serves set menus of contemporary Chinese vegetarian cuisine. Daily 6pmmidnight. 138 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (8401 5080) 东城区鼓楼东大街138号

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Grill 79 City, Grill 79 is a captivating destination for international dining. Savor the delicate ﬂavors of simple, wild and fresh ingredients that each season has to oﬀer. One of the most extensive wine lists in Beijing includes premium selections of New World wines. Mon-Thu & Sun noon-2am; Fri-Sat noon-4am. 79/F, China World Summit Wing, China World Trade Center Phase 3, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2299 ext 6424) 朝阳区朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸大酒店79楼

IFW (International Food Warehouse) Managed by the Park Hyatt, IFW oﬀers top quality choices in Japanese, Chinese, Singaporean and Western cuisines. Surprisingly affordable. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-9.45pm. B1/F, Park Life, Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1568) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号北京柏悦酒店地下1层

Lan Club Voted “Best Decor” and “Outstanding for Impressing Visitors” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 9am-11pm. 4/F, LG Twin Towers, 12B Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5109 6012/13) www.langlobal.com 兰会所, 朝阳区建国门外大街乙12号 LG双子座4层

Let’s Seafood Oﬀers mussels, six varieties

SALT Innovative restaurant in a fresh modern minimalist setting has weekly two-course or three-course set meals. Voted “Outstanding Business Lunch,” “Outstanding Steak,” “Outstanding Service,” “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Non-Chinese)” and “Chef of the Year (Ana Esteves)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Sat noon-3pm, 6-10.30pm, Sun Brunch noon-4pm. 2/F, 9 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite the Japanese School, west of Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6437 8457) www. saltrestaurantbeijing.com 盐, 朝阳区将台西路 9号2层（珀丽酒店西边

OCTOBER 2010

DIRECTORY / DINING Scarlett Chic wine bar and restaurant with Beijing’s best cheese selection. Daily 6pm-3am. Hotel G, 7A Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 2880) www.hotel-g.com 朝阳区工体西路甲7号北京极栈内

Swiss Restaurant and Bar Swiss Bar has a Canadian head chef and oﬀers a wide selection of western food including European, Australian and South American, as well as Muller beer from Switzerland. Daily 10am2am. Stall 567, Bldg 15, Bar Street, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan XiluChaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (5905 1780 ext 804) 瑞士吧西餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号SOLANA蓝色港湾酒吧街15号楼567商铺

Water Fusion cuisine by the lakeside. Specials on set meals during the week plus afternoon tea until 5pm daily. Solana 15-4, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6008, 137 0113 1533 English) 子水,朝阳区朝阳公园路 6号蓝色港湾国际商区15-4

DONGBEI Da Dongbei Dongbei da lapi, cold glass noodles served with a range of vegetables and shredded pork in a peanut sauce, deserves a special mention. 352 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6404 1375) 大东北, 东城区鼓楼东大街352号

East is Red Oﬀers nightly song and dance routines straight out of the cultural revolution. Great decor and spicy ﬁsh options. Daily 10am-9.30pm. 266 Dongwuhuan Baijialou (outside Pingfang Qiao), Chaoyang District. (6574 8289/8290) 红色经典, 朝阳区东五环白家楼266号

Sunﬂower Village Food Street Suzhou Qiao area restaurant serves authentic Dongbei cuisine (i.e. pork and vermicelli stew, pickled cabbage) and features retro-Revolutionary decor and performances of “errenzhuan’ (a type of Dongbei folk burlesque). 10am-11pm. 26 Wanquanhe Lu (across from the Xiyuan Chinese medicine clinic), Haidian District. (6256 2967, 6264 5522) 向阳屯食府, 海淀区海

6/F, Shin Kong Place, China Central Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6533 1536) www.dintaifung.com.cn 鼎泰丰, 1) 海淀区中关村大街40号当代商城7层; 2) 朝阳区新源西里中街24号; 3) 朝阳区建国路87号华贸中心新光天地6层

Ding Le Dumpling Chaoyang Park restaurant serves up 39 diﬀerent types of boiled or pan-fried dumplings for wallet-friendly prices. 11am-11pm. 1 Nongzhanguan Nanlu (west gate of Chaoyang Park, in the space formerly occupied by Gisa), Chaoyang District. (6594 0938) 乐鼎私房饺子, 朝阳区朝阳区农展馆南路

城区东直门外大街新中街甲2号; 2) 朝阳区朝阳区北苑路88号; 3) 朝阳区朝阳区建国路88号八王坟现代城底商(大望桥南); 4) 朝阳区朝阳区安苑路1号(奥体东门向东100米路南)

DUMPLINGS Baoyuan Jiaozi Wu These tasty and colorful dumplings have had their dough dyed with spinach, carrot, blueberry and grape. Daily 11am-10pm. North of 6 Maizidian Jie, Chaoyang District. (6586 4967) 宝源饺子屋, 朝阳区麦子店街6号楼北侧

OCTOBER 2010

London Restaurant & Cafe Reminiscent of a Baroque parlor, this restaurant serves a variety of European fare. The menu is currently only in Chinese. Gate 2-3, Worker’s Stadium, Chaoyang District. (6779 8888) 伦敦之夜餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳区工体东路工人体育场东门内2-3号进口

Kaifeng Diyilou The two-story Beijing branch of this Kaifeng original (that dates back to 1922) serves Kaifeng-style soup dumplings (tang bao) with ﬁllings ranging from pork to crab served in stacks of bamboo steamers. 10.30am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 276 Dongsi Bei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6401 6563) http://www.kfdyl.com/about.asp 开封第

朝阳区建国门外大街1号中国大饭店二层

Budapest Hungarian Restaurant Beijing’s ﬁrst Hungarian restaurant serves goulash and other Magyar specialties. 2/F, Bldg 6, China View, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 1270) 朝阳区工体东路中国红阶大厦6号楼202室

Morel’s Sanlitun stalwart serves Belgianstyle steak tartare from locally bred beef and tasty mussels. Voted “Outstanding Steak” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11.30am-1am. Gongti Beilu (opposite Workers’ Gymnasium North Gate, northwest corner of Chunxiu Lu), Dongcheng District. (6416 8802); 2) Tue-Sun 11.30am-11.30pm. East block, 27 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6437 3939) 1) 东城区莫劳龙玺西餐, 工体北路春秀路

胡同27号（后海烟袋斜街附近）

Cafe Europa Authentic Italian and European cuisine with an international wine bar. Features popular business lunch menu, regular wine tastings and catering. Daily 10.30am10pm. Rm 1113, Bldg 11, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 5663) www.cafeeuropa.cn 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho11号楼1113

Capital M Classy European cooking and Beijing’s best view across Tiananmen Square. Voted “Outstanding for Impressing Visitors” and “Outstanding for a Romantic Meal” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 11am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am5pm, 6-10.30pm (afternoon tea between 2.30-5pm). 3/F, 2 Qianmen Pedestrian Street (southeast of Qianmen, overlooking Tian’anmen Square), Chongwen District. (6702 2727) www.capital-m-beijing.com 崇文区前门

The Orchard Difficult to find, but worth the journey for continental cuisine served in a charming country setting. Tue-Sun noon2.30pm (Sun lunch until 3pm), 2.30-6pm (coffee), 6-9pm (dinner). From Jingshun Lu, exit at Sunhe Market (we recommend calling for directions), Shunyi District. (6433 6270) 果园, 顺义区京顺路孙河市场出口(建议给餐馆打电话问详细地址)

Park Side Bar & Grill This family-friendly restaurant features a pleasant garden terrace. Burgers, steaks, wings, salads, sandwiches, steaks and other Western fare complement a healthy wine list. Daily 10am-late. 9-6 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6444 6555, info@parksidebeijing. com) ww.parksidebeijing.com 园景, 朝阳区将台西路9-6号(珀丽酒店对面)

ROOMbeijing Restaurant and bar from former Blu Lobster chef Brian McKenna. Rm 301-302, 3/F, Park Life, Yintai Centre, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8517 2033) www.room-beijing.com ROOM北京, 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银泰中心301-302室

Schoolhouse Canteen The Schoolhouse at Mutianyu Great Wall serves casual Western food and aﬀords great views of the Great Wall from its outdoor terrace. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat-Sun 9am-8pm. 12 Mutianyu Village, Huairou District. (6162 6506/6287) www. schoolhousecanteen.com 小园, 怀柔区慕田

步行街2号3层 (尽览天安门全景)

峪村12号

Enoteca Unpretentious, reasonably priced wine bar now in Nali Patio that serves good food as well. Voted “Outstanding Wine Selection” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am-2am. 405, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (6587 1578)

Time Cafe Five-star food at three-star prices. The menu includes everything from Singapore fried noodles to ﬁsh and chips, but the set lunch (RMB 38-83) is one of the best deals in town. Daily 10am-3pm, 6-9pm. 1038, 3/F, Bldg 10, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 3488) 食

Fish Nation Hearty servings of chunky chips and the largest piece of boneless ﬁsh you may ever encounter in China. 1) Sun-Thu 11am-2am, Fri-Sat 11am-4am. Sanlitun Houjie (around the corner from Poachers Inn), Chaoyang District. (6415 0119) 鱼邦, 朝阳区三里屯后街（青年酒吧附近)

Kuchnia Polska Beijing’s ﬁrst Polish restaurant serves up polish soup, dumplings,

YellowStone Restaurant & Bar A relaxed atmosphere for informal dining and casual drinks. Daily 9am-1am. Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou, Bldg 28, 8 Beichen Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6481 7000) 黄玉石, 朝阳

朝阳区东三环北路16号隆博广场二层

Orange Tree Bistro Fetching Houhai courtyard serves Italian appetizers, pizza, sandwiches and grilled meats, with a good selection of bottled beers and wine. Daily 11am-11.30pm. 27 Dashibei Hutong (near Yandai Xiejie, north of Houhai lake), Xicheng District. (6401 7797) 橘子树西餐, 西城区大石碑

路6号蓝色港湾15号楼15-1号

厅, 东城区东直门外大街22-1

FRENCH

西北角工人体育馆北门对面; 2) 朝阳区莫劳洪玺西餐, 亮马桥路27号东座1层

Cabare Oﬀers contemporary European cuisine with a Mediterranean ﬂair, featuring tapas, fresh oysters and an assortment of cakes and desserts. Daily 9am-2.30am. 15-1, Bldg 15, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 1760) 朝阳区朝阳公园

W Dine & Wine Smart, convivial Sanlitun eatery serving contemporary European food at mid-range prices. Good value set lunches are popular with the embassy crowd. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 22-1 Dongzhimenwai Dajie (next to Jingkelong), Dongcheng District. (6416 9838) 万杰福咖啡

Brasserie Flo Owned by the powerful Flo Group, and now a Beijing institution. French classics include the onion soup, steak au poivre and proﬁteroles. Voted “Outstanding French” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Delivery available. Daily 11am3pm, 5.30-11pm. Rainbow Plaza (Longbo Guangchang), 16 Dongsanhuan Beilu (south of the Great Wall Sheraton), Chaoyang District. (6595 5135/9) www.ﬂo.cn 北京福楼餐厅,

EUROPEAN Aria Inventive European food from monthly changing menus. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm; bar 11am-midnight. 2/F, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 38, 6505 3318) 阿郦雅,

葡萄院儿, 东城区五道营胡同31号

区北辰东路8号

一楼, 东城区东四北大街276号

朝阳区三里屯北街81号那里花园405室

Din Tai Fung Taste just one dumpling to know why they’re famous around the world. Voted “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Chinese)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Mon-Fri 11.30am-9.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-10pm. 7/F, Dangdai Shangcheng, 40 Zhongguancun Dajie, Haidian District. (6269 6726); 2) Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5-10pm. 24 Xinyuan Xili Zhongjie, Chaoyang District. (6462 4502); 3) Daily 11.30am-9.30pm.

大桥8号SohoO尚都北塔2322室

1号朝阳公园西门

淀区万泉河路26号

Wang Shun Ge Local Dongbei natives frequent the Dongzhimen ﬂagship store, which serves more authentic Dongbei food than the more popular Dongbei Ren up the street. Try the yutou paobing (鱼头泡饼) - a ﬁsh head stew that comes with bing for dipping. 1) Dongzhimenwai Dajie, 2A Xinzhongjie, Dongcheng District. (5120 3232); 2) 88 Beiyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (6489 0606); 3) Soho, 88 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8589 8800, 858 98811); 4) 1 Anyuan Lu (100m east of Auti Dongmen on the south side of the street), Chaoyang District. (6491 1199) 旺顺阁, 1) 东

chicken rolls and other polish specialties. Daily noon-9.30pm. Rm 2322, 3/F, North Tower, Soho Shangdu, 8 Dongdaqiao, Chaoyang District. (5945 4837) 兰城北塔西餐厅, 朝阳区东

客满源咖啡厅, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外 Soho10号楼3层1038

Vineyard Cafe Hip hutong cafe specializes in comfort food and hearty breakfasts. Voted “Outstanding Brunch (non-hotel)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Tue-Sun 11.30am-10.30pm, closed Mon. 31 Wudaoying Hutong (just north of the Confucius temple), Dongcheng District. (6402 7961, info@vineyardcafe.cn) www.vineyardcafe.cn

Cafe de la Poste Beijing’s French community pack in every night for steaks, salads, cheese and wine. Voted “Outstanding French” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-3pm, 6pm-late. 58 Yonghegong Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6402 7047) www.cafedelaposte.com.cn 东城区雍和宫大街58号 Crepanini Savory and sweet crepes, waﬄes and paninis. Drinks include coﬀee, cider and pastis. 1/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园1层酒吧街对面

Domus Right by the Forbidden City, slick Domus is all designer furniture and “earth tones”, with an artisan French menu designed by Dan Segall. Daily 11am-11pm. 115 Nanchizi Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8511 8015) www. domusrestaurant.com 东城区南池子大街115号 Jaan A light and innovative interpretation of classic French cuisine in a regal period setting. Daily noon-2pm, 6.30-10pm. Raﬄes Beijing Hotel, 33 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8500 4186, 6526 3388 ext 4186) 家安, 东城区东长安街33号北京饭店莱佛士

Justine’s Beijing’s oldest French restaurant is now another in the Flo stable, still serving quality cuisine. Daily 6.30-10am, noon-2pm, 6-10pm. 1/F, Jianguo Hotel, 5 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6500 2233 ext 8039) 杰斯汀, 朝阳区建国门外大街5号建国饭店1层

La Vin Somewhat awkwardly located French restaurant serves classic French cuisine paired with ﬁne regional wines. Also features a wine shop.Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6.30-10pm. 6 Beisihuan Donglu (opposite IKEA), Chaoyang District. (8457 2839) 佳酩汇, 朝阳区北四环东路6号宜家对面

Le Manege French restaurant oﬀers a reasonably-priced weekday lunch buﬀet and set menus in the evening and on weekends. Fortune Mall, 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6533 0191) 木马餐厅, 朝阳区东三环中路7号财富购物中心

Le Petit Gourmand Good value French fare and a library of over 9,000 books. Sun-Thu 9.30am-midnight, Fri-Sat 9.30am-1am. 3/F, Tongli Studios, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6417 6095, fax 6413 0765) www. lepetitigourmand.com.cn 小美食家, 朝阳区三里屯后街同里3层

Le Petit Paris A Sanlitun bar street staple with reasonably priced food, especially sandwiches. The leafy outdoor patio is a popular place to sit in the warmer months. Daily 10am-11pm. 29 Sanlitun Lu (opposite the French School), Chaoyang District. (6416 9381) 小巴黎, 朝阳区三里屯路29号北酒吧街

Le Petit Saigon Cute colonial-style FrenchVietnamese bistro with a beautiful rooftop in the midst of Gulou hutongs. Weekday set lunch for RMB 59/69 from 11.30am-1.30pm. Daily 11.30-midnight. 141 Jiugulou Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6401 8465) 西贡在巴黎, 东城区旧鼓楼大街141号

La Taverne Laid-back French bistro serving traditional galette, crepes and beef fondue. Daily 10am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 7 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6551 8967) 遥远西餐吧, 朝阳区工体西路7号

DIRECTORY / DINING Le Pré Lenôtre Exudes all the pomp of ﬁne French dining and matches it with professional service and accomplished food. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6.30-11.30pm. 6/F, Soﬁtel Hotel, Bldg C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 6666) 朝阳区建国路

Paulaner Brauhaus One of Beijing’s best choices for authentic (if pricey) German food. The Paulaner brews its own beer. Daily 11am-1am. Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5732) http://paulanerbrauhaus.com/beijing/home

Kejia Xiao Zhen Smallish Dongdan-area restaurant serves authentic Hakkan food including rock salt shrimp and foil-wrapped ﬁsh. 103 Nanheyan Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6522 8993) 客家小镇, 东城区东城区南河沿

93号万达广场C座6层

普拉那啤酒坊餐厅, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店

Ke Jia Yuan Restraurant Beijing’s longestrunning Hakka restaurant serves Three-cup Duck and foil-wrapped sea bass in a multistory venue. Tuanjiehu Beilu (southeast corner of Changhong Qiao, a few doors south of Da Dong), Chaoyang District. (6582 5010) 客家

Maison Boulud Famous New York chef Daniel Boulud brings his take on French food to Beijing. Excellent food and service. Voted “Best French,” "Outstaning Decor," "Best Service," "Best for a Romantic Meal," “Best Wine List” and "Non-Chinese Restaurant of the Year" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 6-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-4pm, 6-10.30pm. Ch’ien Men 23, 23 Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6559 9200) 布鲁宫法餐厅, 东城区前门东大街23号

Maxim’s de Paris Classic French food in an opulent atmosphere. The Solana location, which is the better of the two, has very reasonably priced à la carte mains and prix ﬁxe options. 1) Daily 11am-2pm, 6-10pm. C1-20/21 Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6204); 2) Daily 11am-2pm, 5-10pm. 2 Chongwenmen Xidajie, Chongwen District. (6512 1992) 马克西姆餐厅, 1) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区C1-20/21; 2) 崇文区崇文门西大街2号

FUSION Bambu BBQ It looks like Korean barbecue, but tastes global. Grilled-at-your-table meats and a self-service selection of around 20 sauces reflecting a diverse range of international flavors. RMB 50 all-you-can-drink beer adds to the great value for money. Daily 10am-10pm. 3/F, Tongli Studios, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6415 7166) 朝阳区三里屯北路同里3层 BananaFish Pan-Pacific grill restaurant occupying the fßormer space of China Doll above White Rabbit. Tasty grilled fish roasted on an open “robata” grill, California style sushi rolls, sticky ribs, wings and more, washed down with potent cocktails served in coconuts. Daily 10am-10pm. 3/F, Tongli Studios (go up the stairway between Muse and Aperitivo), Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6415 7166) 朝阳区三里屯北路同里3层

Schindler’s Anlegestelle (Schindler’s Docking Station) The Sanlitun sister of Schindler’s Tankstelle (the Filling Station) has much in common with the original – including the same great sausages and pork knuckle as well as two-for-one draft beer during happy hour. Daily 11am-late. 10 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (6463 1108) 申德勒码头餐厅, 朝阳区三里屯北小街10号

Schindler’s Tankstelle Hearty sausages and frosty steins of beer blend with a nice view of Ritan Park’s greenery. 1) 10 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (6463 1108); 2) Daily 11.30am-10pm. 1 Houshayu Zhen, Shayu Lu, Shunyi District. (8042 2291); 3) Daily 11amlate. 15A Guanghua Lu (200m east of Ritan Park South Gate), Chaoyang District. (8562 6439) 申德勒加油站, 1) 朝阳区三里屯北小街 10号; 2) 顺义区沙峪路后沙峪镇1号; 3) 朝阳区光华路甲15号(日坛南门往东200米)

South German Bakery, Cafe Konstanz and Bodenseestube Provides a variety of German and European rye, wheat and white breads, along with tasty homemade cakes and sweets. Restaurant daily 9am-10pm. Bakery daily 7am-10pm. 27 Haoyun Jie (Lucky Street), 29 Zaoying Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0201, sales@germanbakery.com.cn) 德南面包房, 朝阳区枣营路29号好运街27号

GUIZHOU & GUANGXI Courtyard No. 28 This small, family-owned restaurant specializes in Guilin cai - try the beef, bacon, crispy ﬁsh and rice noodles. 1 Xilou Hutong Nance, Dongcheng District. (8401 6788) 28号院, 东城区戏楼胡同一号南侧 Da Gui Decked out in minimalist decor, this Guizhou joint specializes in dry pots, sour soup ﬁsh, cured meats and glutinous rice dishes. A must try is their stir-fried yuan xiao. Daily 10am-2pm, 5-10pm. 69 Daxing Hutong, Jiaodaokou, Dongcheng District. (6407 1800) 大贵, 东城区交道口大兴胡同69号

Jun Qin Hua This small, simple Guizhou restaurant behind the National Art Museum serves suan tang yu (spicy soup ﬁsh), twicecooked pork and spicy potato chips. 10.30am9.30pm. 88 Meishuguan Houjie, Dongcheng District. (6404 7600) 君琴花, 东城区东城区美术馆后街88号

Miao Minority Restaurant Caters to the dinner-and-show crowd with its nightly minority show. Dishes include Guizhou-style dog meat hot pot. 1) Daily 10am-2pm, 4-9.30pm. 300m north of the west gate of Tsinghua University, Haidian District. (6256 9150); 2) Daily 11am1.30pm, 4-9pm. 54 Fuxingmen Dajie (across from Minzugong), Xicheng District. (6607 9738) 盛祥, 1) 海淀区清华大学西门北侧300米 CHAO Located in Solana with an open interior, CHAO serves up a variety of fusion foods with a French touch, with daily homemade bread and an extensive wine list. Daily 11am-11pm. RS-17, Bldg 11, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 1778) 潮, 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾

路西; 2) 西城区复兴门大街54号(民族宫对面)

11栋RS-17号

Three Guizhou Men Artsy-fartsy dining establishment with tasty Guizhou-style favorites. 1) Daily 10am-11pm. 2/F, Nalisa Building, 1 Guangshun Nandajie, Chaoyang District. (6470 7288); 2) Daily 24hrs. Inside the West Gate of Workers’ Stadium (above Coco Banana), Chaoyang District. (6551 8517); 3) Daily 10am-10pm. 6 Guanghua Xili, Jianguomenwai, Chaoyang District. (6502 1733); 4) Daily 11am-10pm. Bldg 7, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 0598); 5) Daily 10am-2pm, 5-10pm. 58 Beisihuan Xilu (Southeast corner of Haidian Book City), Haidian District. (8260 7678); 6) Daily 9.30am-10.30pm. Bldg 3, 2 Qu, Fengya Yuan, Huilongguan, Changping District. (8171 5880) 三个贵州人, 1) 朝阳区广顺南大街 1号

GERMAN Der Landgraf Good German fare in a brauhaus-type setting at this long-running Fangzhuang restaurant with a second branch at the Badaling Great Wall. Daily 11am-1am. 2A Pufang Lu, Fangzhuang, Fengtai District. (6768 2664, landgraf@der-landgraf.com) http://bedebeer.com/der-landgraf/english/ 兰特伯爵, 丰台区方庄蒲芳路甲2号

Drei Kronen 1308 Brauhaus Traditional costume, microbrewed beer and heavy German cuisine. Sun-Thu 11.30am-midnight; Fri-Sat 11.30am-late. 1/F, Bldg 5, China View, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6503 5555) 皇冠自酿啤酒坊, 朝阳区工体东路中国红楼5号楼1层

Hopfenstube Large German-style restaurant and microbrewery featuring live music and open cooking stations. 3 Sanfeng Beilu (opposite Cashbox KTV), Chaoyang District. (5909 6666/5909 6622) 慕尼黑啤酒屋, 朝阳区三丰北里3号(钱柜KTV对面)

Private Kitchen 44 An attractively converted courtyard residence serving Guizhou signatures like suantang yu. Daily 11am-11pm. 44 Xiguan Hutong, Beixinqiao, Dongcheng District. (6400 1280) www.xiguanhutong44. coku.com 私家厨房, 东城区细管胡同44号

娜丽萨大厦2层; 2) 朝阳区工体西门内; 3) 朝阳区建国门外光华西里6号; 4) 朝阳区东三环中路39建外Soho7号楼; 5) 海淀区北四环西路 58号(海淀图书城东南角); 6) 昌平区回龙观风雅园二区3号楼

HAKKA

大街103号

园, 朝阳区朝阳区团结湖北路甲2-2号(长虹桥东南角)

HOMESTYLE & PRIVATE CUISINE Haloing the Past If the unique restaurant name is of any indication, Haloing the Past is ﬁlled with artifacts from the 1970s-80s. The restaurant serves unpretentious homestyle Chinese cuisine in generous portions. The unique combination of sour dill pickles and dried bratwurst (酸黄瓜干肠) is a crowd favorite. Tues-Sun, 12.30pm- 3pm, 6-10 pm. No. 3,Dajingguangxi Hutong, Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6406 5852) 昔巷, 东城区鼓楼东大街大经厂西巷3号

Hua Jia Yi Yuan Serves tasty homestyle fare in a swanky courtyard setting with comfortable private rooms. Their spareribs, kaomantou (roasted buns), mala xie (spicy crayﬁsh) and draft beer are popular. 1) Daily 24 hours. 235 Dongzhimennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6405 1908); 2) Daily 10.30am2.30am. 5 Dongzhimennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8407 8281/88); 3) Daily 10am-10pm. 3 Dangxiao Lu, Jing’anli, Chaoyang District. (8451 8809); 4) Daily 10.30am-11pm. 5/F, West Tower, Shangdu Soho, 8 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5900 3055); 5) Daily 10am-10pm. Shimao Tower, 92A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8580 9010) 花家怡园, 1) 东城区东直门内大街235号; 2) 东城区东直门内大街5号; 3) 朝阳区静安里党校路3号（家乐福对面）; 4) 朝阳区东大桥路8号Soho尚都西塔 5层; 5) 朝阳区建国路甲92号世贸大厦

Kyline Pavilion This hutong’s discreet locale, attentive service and graceful food means this hidden spot won’t be hidden for long. Specialty dish: meat braised in clay pot. Daily 10am-2pm, 5.30-9.30pm. 6 Qilin Bei Hutong, Kuan Jie, Dongcheng District. (6407 3516) 麒麟阁, 东城区宽街麒麟碑胡同6号

Xiao Wang Fu Down home Chinese food of consistent quality in atmospheres ranging from humble (Guanghua Lu) to elegant (Ritan). Also serves crisp-skinned roast duck. Voted “Outstanding Kung Pao Chicken” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. Inside the North Gate of Ritan Park, Ritan Lu, Chaoyang District. (8561 5985); 2) Daily 11am-10.30pm. Bldg 2, Guanghua Lu Dongli, Chaoyang District. (6591 3255); 3) Daily 5.30pm-1am. 15 Qianhai Beiyan, Xicheng District. (6617 5558) 小王府, 1) 朝阳区日坛路日坛公园北门内; 2) 朝阳区光华路东里2号楼; 3) 西城区前海北沿15号

HOT POT Collagen Hotpot Chinese women believe that collagen promotes beautiful skin and Collagen Hotpot serves high-quality hot pot at a cost. Popular choices include the Chinese caterpillar fungus and cattle tail broth, snow saussurea and blackened chicken broth, Inner Mongolian lamb and fresh goose meat. 11-2am. Station 1 of Workers’ Stadium, Gongti Bei Lu, Chaoyang District. (6553 9997) 旬鲜胶原蛋白火锅, 朝阳区朝阳区工体北路工人体育场北门内1号

Ding Ding Xiang Popular hot pot place has delicious, savory sesame dipping sauce to accompany lots of lamb. Voted “Outstanding Hot Pot” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11am-10pm. 2/F, Yuanjia International Apartments, Dongzhimenwai, Dongzhong Jie (opposite East Gate Plaza), Dongcheng District. (6417 9289); 2) Daily 11.30am-11pm. 1/F, 14 Dongzhong Jie, Dongzhimenwai, Dongcheng District. (6417 2546); 3) Daily 11am-10pm. Bldg 7, Guoxing Jiayuan, Shouti Nanlu, Haidian District. (8835 7775/7779); 4) Daily 11am-10pm. 6/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 5997/7172) 鼎鼎香, 1) 东城区东直门外东中街东环广场对面元嘉国际公寓2层; 2) 东城区东直门外东中街14号1层; 3) 海淀区首体南路

国兴家园7号楼1-2层; 4) 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地6楼D6006号

Haidilao Hot Pot This popular eatery is as famous for its hospitality as it is for its authentic Sichuan cuisine. Voted “Best Hot Pot,”“Outstanding Service” and “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Chinese)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 24hrs. 2A Baijiazhuang Lu (next to No. 80 Middle School), Chaoyang District. (6595 2982); 2) Daily 24hrs. 7/F, New Wedding Shopping Center, 109 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6617 4063); 3) Daily 10.30am-3am. 3/F, Beiyue Dasha, 2A Huixin Dongjie, Chaoyang District. (8463 9300) 海底捞火锅, 1) 朝阳区白家庄路甲2号 (八十中学西侧); 2) 西城区西单北大街 109号婚庆大楼7层; 3) 朝阳区惠新东街甲2号北奥大厦3层

I Rock My Pot Choose from a dozen broths, a long bar of sauces and an extensive selection of vegetables, seafood and meats (including ostrich). Daily 10.30am-2pm, 5-10pm. 37-38 Chaowai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5879 0999) 锅儿滚, 朝阳区朝外大街37-38号(昆泰国际中心步行街)

Lijiang Spareribs Hot Pot Yunnan-style hot pot of pork ribs or pig’s trotters with fresh, seasonal vegetables Daily 10.30am-10.30pm. 11 Dashibei Hutong, Houhai, Xicheng District. (6406 3631) 瓦猫丽江腊排骨火锅, 西城区后海大石碑胡同11号

Little Sheep Nationwide chain serves mutton hot pot with a twist: a special cuminbased broth. No dipping sauce required. Voted “Outstanding Hot Pot” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 10am-midnight. Northwest corner of Caishikou intersection, Xuanwu District. (6316 6668); 2) Daily 24hours. 209 Dongzhimennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8400 1669) 小肥羊, 1) 宣武区菜市口路口西北角; 2) 东城区东直门内大街209号

Orange This impeccably clean Korean-style hotpot place sets itself apart with its selection of Korean, Thai and Italian-style dipping sauces and its friendly and helpful staﬀ. Daily 11am-10pm. 2/F, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan (next to The Bridge Cafe), Wudaokou, Haidian District. (8286 3914) 金桔韩式火锅, 海淀区五道口华清嘉园12 号楼2层

Regius Beef Hip decor, quality ingredients and state-of-the-art, ﬂameless individual hot pots. Daily 10.30am-10pm. Bldg 19, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5960 4566) 一尊皇牛, 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场 19号楼

Tai Bo Tian Fu Shan Zhen Yunnan- and Fujian-inspired wild mushroom hot pot, with a selection of broths and other ﬁllings, including veggies, tofu, ﬁsh balls, lamb and beef. Daily 10am-11pm. Bldg 9, Erqi Juchang Lu, Xicheng District. (6801 9641) 太伯天府山珍, 西城区二七剧场路9号楼

Xiangjiang Mingcheng This bright, spacious Donghuan Guangchang restaurant servesauthentic Canto hotpot in a clean, casually sophisticatedenvironment. Daily 10am11pm. 2/F, Bldg B, Donghuan Guangchang, Dongzhongjie (opposite Ding Ding Xiang), Dongcheng District. (6418 3666/3777) 香江名城, 东城区东中街东环广场B座2层B

HUAIYANG Summer Palace Light and delicious Huaiyang and Cantonese cuisine cooked with ﬂair. Check out their daily tea cocktails and French Bordeaux selections. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. Lobby, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 34) 夏宫中餐厅, 朝阳区建国门外大街 1号中国大饭店大堂

Xihe Yaju Foreigners and Chinese alike ﬂock to this upscale restaurant set in a traditional courtyard that borders Ritan Park. Daily 11am2pm, 5-10pm. Northeast corner of Ritan Park, Chaoyang District. (8561 7643) 羲和雅居, 朝阳区日坛公园东北角

Z.Y.X. HYC Don’t miss the “lion head” meatballs and wild mountain greens, a native specialty. Daily 9.30am-2pm, 4.30-10pm. 5 Haoyun Jie, 29 Zaoying Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0276) 南国紫钰轩, 朝阳区枣营路29号好运街5号

HUNAN & HUBEI Karaiya Spice House Well-executed Hunan fare, sound service and a laidback ambience. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. Bldg 8, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang

OCTOBER 2010

DIRECTORY / DINING District. (6415 3535) 朝阳区朝阳区三里屯路19号 The Village南区8号楼

Liujia Guo Hunan restaurant famous for its bu er guo – a ﬁsh soup served in a huge clay pot that can feed four. Daily 10am-11pm. 19 Nanheyan Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6524 1487) 刘家锅, 东城区南河沿大街19号 Wutengzhai Restaurant and Bar Specializing in Hunan Cuisine, Wutengzhai is a small, hidden gem in Qilinbei hutong.. Daily 11:00 am-11:00 pm. 6 Qilinbei Hutong, East of Jiaodaokou Beidajie, Dongcheng district, Dongcheng District. (6407 3516) 无腾 , 东城区东城区麒麟碑胡同6号(宽街路口东)

Mao Jia Restaurant If you’re a lover of Hunan (Xiang, 湘) cuisine or an unﬂinching Maoist, Mao Jia ought to please. The Mao busts and other decorative touches maintain the revolutionary theme. 1) Daily 9.30am2pm, 5-10pm. 2/F, Blue Castle, 3 Xidawang Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 9728/18); 2) Daily 11am-10.30pm. 216 Huizhong Beili (Beichen Donglukou), Chaoyang District. (6485 9678) 毛家饭店, 1) 朝阳区朝阳区西大望路3号蓝堡国际中心2楼; 2) 朝阳区朝阳区慧中北里216号 (北辰东路口)

Xiang Bin Jiudian Their forte is seafood, such as tiny river shrimps (xiaochao hexia) that can be popped in the mouth whole, but you should also try the succulent shortribs (la paigu) ﬁrst fried and then steamed, or the simple, surprisingly un-oily eggplant and long beans. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. 1 Dongbinhe Lu, Deshengmen (north of Gulou Qiao), Xicheng District. (8207 9799) 湘彬酒店, 西城区德胜门东滨河路1号

Xiang Ming Yuan Xiangcai favorites like hongshaorou (braised pork in claypot) and duojiao yutou (ﬁsh heads with sweet peppers). Daily 9.30am-2pm, 4.30-11pm. 1 Gongti Nanlu, Workers’ Stadium south gate, Chaoyang District. (6552 5493) 湘明园, 朝阳区工体南路1号

IMPERIAL Chengfu Courtyard Run by the grandson of a former chef of Mao Zedong’s this restaurant serves classic, imperial cuisine made from organic vegetables beﬁtting a state banquet. Prices for the prix ﬁxe menu ranges from RMB 580-1,280, depending on number of courses and the types of dishes. Reservations necessary. 38 Nanchang Jie, Dongcheng District. (6606 9936) 东城区南长街38号 Diaoyutai State Guesthouse After 50years of culinary practice, innovation and development, Diaoyutai State Guesthouse serves a distinctive Chinese state-banquet called “Diaoyutai Cuisine.” Be prepared for high prices. Daily noon-2pm; 6-8pm. 2 Fuchenglu, Haidian District. (5859 1188) 钓鱼台国宾馆, 海淀区阜成路2号

Fangshan Restaurant Great service and Cixi’s favorites, for just less than the price of a marble boat. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-8pm. 1 Wenjin Jie (inside Beihai Park, enter via east gate), Xicheng District. (6401 1889) 仿膳饭庄, 西城区文津街1号北海公园东门内

Gugong Yushan Fang A rare opportunity to dine inside the inner palace of the Forbidden City. Customers are picked up by car at the address below and taken through the usually oﬀ-limits east gate for a 12-course Qing-style imperial banquet. Daily 9am-4pm. Rm 620, Wangfu Shiji Oﬃce Bldg, 55 Dong’anmen Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6559 2490 ext 806) 故宫御膳房, 东城区东安门大街５５号王府世纪写字楼６２０室

Laijin Yuxuan Fanzhuang Forbidden City restaurant known for it’s Dream of Red Mansions-inspired banquets and delicious steamed buns. Daily 10.30am-10pm. On the west side of Zhongshan Park, Xichang’an Jie, Xicheng District. (6605 6676) 来今雨轩饭庄, 西城区西长安街中山公园西门内

Li Jia Cai Mr Li’s house restaurant serves set meals of Imperial-style food at prices ranging RMB 230-2,000 per person. Daily 11am-1.30pm, 5-8.30pm. 11 Yangfang Hutong, Deshengmennei Dajie, Xicheng District. (6618 0107) 厉家菜, 西城区德胜门内大街洋房胡同11号

Mei Wei Zhen High-end Imperial Cuisine specialists with carrots carved like dragons and complex concoctions like “Buddha Jumps the Wall” soup. Daily 10am-10pm. 1) 48 Xihai Nanyan, Xicheng District. (8328 4099); 2) 1/F, Novotel Peace, 3 Jinyu Hutong, Dongcheng District. (6559 7672); 3) L124, 1/F, West Wing,

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China World Shopping Mall, 1 Jianguonemwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 6139) 美味珍御膳, 1) 西城区西海南沿48号; 2) 东城区王府井金鱼胡同3号诺富特和平宾馆首层东侧; 3) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸西楼1层L124

Red Capital Club The courtyard setting capitalizes on nostalgic kitsch and well-known Beijing dishes. Daily 6pm-midnight. 66 Dongsi Jiutiao, Dongcheng District. (6402 7150, 8401 8886) 新红资俱乐部, 东城区东四九条66号 Tan Jia Cai Tan Family cuisine was created in the late Qing Dynasty by the high-ranking civil servant Tan Zongjun. Since 1875, it successfully combines the ﬂavor of several Chinese cuisines and developed its own characteristics. Since 1958, the Beijing Hotel has continued to serve nearly 300 unique dishes in their original style. 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 7/F, Bldg C, Beijing Hotel, 33 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6513 7766 ext. 1389/6688) http://www.chinabeijinghotel. com.cn/en/food_tjc.html 谭家菜, 东城区东长

including chicken tandoor, chicken tikka and a good range of curries, at decent prices. 11am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 8 Laiguangying Donglu (next to Western Academy of Beijing), Chaoyang District. (8470 1306/8, 136 0107 3978) 朝阳区来广营东路8号北京京西学校旁 Swagat Just about the only Indian restaurant south of Guomao, Swagat is a pleasant, inexpensive option for those in the area seeking a taste of the subcontinent. Daily 11am-10.30pm. B107, Landgent City Mall, 22 Dongsanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (136 7132 5635, 189 1058 6060, swagatcuisine. sasi@gmail.com) 朝阳区东三环中路22号乐城中心下沉广场B107

39号日坛上街2-3-93; 2) 朝阳区东三环路16号 (农展馆正门南侧); 3) 朝阳区建国路88号Soho现代城西门; 4) 朝阳区农展南路甲1号 (朝阳公园西门南侧); 5) 朝阳区酒仙桥将台路商业街; 6) 朝阳区来广营东路5号京西学校对面; 7) 朝阳区酒仙桥将台路商业街

Assaggi Don’t miss their tasty fresh pasta and home-made bread. Voted “Outstanding Italian” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-2.30pm, 6.30-11pm. 1 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (8454 4508) 尝

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INDIAN/PAKISTANI Ganges Indian Restaurant Southern and northern Indian classics like chicken tikka masala and lamb rogan josh. Tied for “Best Indian/Pakistani” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11pm. 1) S93-3, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 0181/6121); 2) Sancaitang Xiezi Lou, 160 Chengfu Lu, Haidian District. (6262 7944); 3) 5/ B, Hairun International Apartment, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5135 8353); 4) 138A, B1/F, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 2999) www.ganges-restaurant. com 恒河印度餐厅, 1) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯VillageS93-3; 2) 海淀区成府路160号三才堂写字楼1层13号; 3) 朝阳区将台路2号海润国际公寓底商5号; 4) 朝阳区光华路9号世贸天阶地下1层138A

Indian Kitchen An assortment of spicy subcontinent specialties, but the indecisive can check out the weekday buﬀet lunch. Voted “Outstanding Indian/Pakistani” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-11pm. 2 Sanlitun Beixiaojie (opposite Korean embassy), Chaoyang District. (6462 7255) 北京印度小厨, 朝阳区三里屯北小街2号

Kamat’s Indian Restaurant Quality Indian fare. Irish pub downstairs oﬀers convenient outlet for post-curry pints. Second ﬂoor of Paddy O’Shea’s, 28 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区东直门外大街28号(爱尔兰酒吧2层)

Mirch Masala Tasty, authentic and aﬀordable in a pleasant, well-lit environment. Vegan friendly. Delivery also available. 1) Mon 5-10.30pm; Tue-Sun 11am-2.30pm, 5pm-10.30pm. Unit 130, Bldg 2, Ritan Highlife, (across from the north gate of Ritan Park), Chaoyang District. (8563 6304); 2) Mon-Sat 11am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm, Sun 11am-10.30pm. 60-2 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (6406 4347) www.mirchmasala.com.cn 马沙拉之香, 1) 朝阳区雅宝路日坛公园北门日坛上街 2号楼130号; 2) 东城区南锣鼓巷60-2号

Mughal's Beijing Friendly staﬀ serve up authentic Indian and Pakistani tandoori and curry dishes. Also oﬀers weekdays set lunch and summertime terrace seating. Voted "Outstanding Indian/Pakistani" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-3pm, 6-11pm. 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6082/134 , 6638 2160, mughalbeijing@yahoo.com) www. mughalbeijing.cn 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里

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Barolo Casual yet upscale Italian with a gleaming open kitchen and superior service. Mon-Sat 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 2/F, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, China Central Place, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8888) 巴 The Taj Pavilion Friendly management and some of Beijing’s ﬁnest Indian food in an authentic setting. Tied with Ganges for“Best Indian/Pakistani” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 1) L222, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 3238); 2) 1/F, West Wing, China World Shopping Mall (next to KFC), Chaoyang District. (6505 5866); 3) 3/F, Holiday Inn Lido, Jiangtai Lu, Shoudu Jichang Lu, Chaoyang District. (6436 7678, 6437 6688 ext 3811) 泰姬楼印度餐厅, 1) 顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆时尚购物中心L222室; 2) 朝阳区国贸西楼1层肯德基旁边; 3) 朝阳区首都机场路将台路丽都假日酒店广场缤纷廊3层

Tamarind (Marriott Northeast) Rich variety of south Asian food and four brass tandoor ovens turning out delicious kebabs and nan breads. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 7.30-10pm. 2/F, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast, 26A Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5927 8888) 朝阳区霄云

Cepe Authentic northern Italian cuisine in a modern, trendy setting. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. The Ritz-Carlton Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6629 6996) 意味轩, 西城区金城坊东街 1号北京金融街丽思卡顿酒店大堂

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ITALIAN Agrilandia Fresh ingredients grown on site. Green suburban locale ensures lots of room for the kids to scamper. Daily 9am-9pm. Baigezhuangcun, Mapozhen, Shunyi District. (6940 7700, 130 0127 1094) www.agrilandia.cn 意大利农场, 顺义区马坡镇白各庄村

Alla Osteria A solid choice for Piemontesestyle Italian cuisine. Good value 3-course set lunches. Daily 11am-10pm. Rm 1112, Soho Shangdu, Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5900 3112) 意尚意大利餐厅, 朝阳区东大桥路 8号Soho尚都1112号

Ciro’s Pomodoro This spacious Italian diner has nightly performances, DJs, live bands, a long extended bar, and alfresco seating. Daily 11am-3am. 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6008) 波莫多洛, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号

Daccapo Five-star Italian seafood, pastas, gourmet pizzas (baked in a brick oven) and an enviable wine list. Daily noon-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 2/F, The Regent Beijing, 99 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (8522 1789) 迪卡博意大利餐厅, 东城区金宝街99号北京丽晶酒店2层

Danieli’s Elegant Italian restaurant in the St. Regis hotel oﬀers classic Italian fare, including freshly made pasta and a selection of Italian wines. Set business lunch menus are more appealing for diners on a budget. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm, Sat-Sun 6-10pm. 2/F, St Regis Hotel, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6460 6688 ext 2441) 丹尼

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Shree Kanchan’s Kitchen This Shunyi area restaurant serves authentic Indian food,

Cantina Sadler Billed as a more informal counterpoint to the ﬁne dining in Ristorante Sadler upstairs, a smart bar serves aperitifs and olives to set you up for a stripped-back menu of rustic pizza, pasta and salads. Plenty of wines by the glass encourage pairing, and a fun selection of Grappa-based cocktails should ensure you leave rather more wobbly than you arrived. Daily noon-2pm, 6.3010.30pm. Inside Ristorante Sadler, Ch’ien Men 23, 23 Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6559 1399) 东城区前门东大街23号

The Tandoor Good food, mirrored walls and Indian dancers are just enough to distract from the high prices and overly formal service. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 1/F, Zhaolong Hotel, 2 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6597 2211, 6597 2299 ext 2112) 天都里印度餐

Punjabi Indian Restaurant The Beijing branch is the seventh store of this nationwide chain and serves up tasty Punjabi cuisine with a focus on tandoor-roasted meats. Buﬀet specials on Tue, Fri and Sat nights. Daily 11.15am-11.15pm. C-8, 2/F, Lucky Street, Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0221/23) www.punjabichina.com 本杰

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Raj Indian Restaurant and Bar Authentic Indian cuisine at reasonable prices. Situated in a charming courtyard the restaurant boasts a charming view. Daily 11am-11pm. 31 Gulou Xidajie (west of the Drum Tower), Xicheng District. (6401 1675, 8403 7462, info@raj.com. cn) www.raj.com.cn 拉兹印度餐厅, 西城区鼓

2-3-93, (across from North Gate of Ritan Park), Chaoyang District. (8569 3031); 2) Daily 11.30am-11pm. 16 Dongsanhuan Lu (next to CD Jazz Club), Chaoyang District. (6503 3871); 3) Daily 11am-11pm. West Gate of Soho New Town, 88 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8589 8366); 4) Daily 11am-11pm. A1 Nongzhan Nanlu (near the west gate of Chaoyang Park), Chaoyang District. (6591 1931); 5) Daily 11am-11pm. Jiuxianqiao, Jiangtai Lu, Shangye Jie, Chaoyang District. (6436 3735); 6) Daily 11.30am-11pm. Across from Western Academy Beijing, 5 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8470 4768) 7) Daily 11am-11pm. Jiuxianqiao, Jiangtai Lu, Shangye Jie, Chaoyang District. (6436 3735) 安妮, 1) 朝阳区神路街

艾丽意大利餐厅, 朝阳区建国门外大街21号国际俱乐部饭店2层

Annie’s Unpretentious, aﬀordable and popular Italian chain. Voted“Best Italian,” “Best Family-Friendly Restaurant” and “Outstanding Pizza” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Free delivery. 1) 11am-11pm. Ritan High Life

Fratelli Fresh The spotless open kitchen produces fresh Tuscan-fare: pastas, woodﬁred pizzas, meat and ﬁsh, as well as large T-bone steaks. Daily 10.30am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 1/F, Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5863 8203) 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路 61号北京富力万丽酒店1层

DIRECTORY / DINING Kitchen Igosso Well-executed Italian food by the Igosso group behind the cozy Japanese eatery Le Igosso. The Japanese head chef trained in Italy. 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-11pm. 23 Guandongdian Beijie, Chaoyang District. (6592 4563) 朝阳区关东店北街23号 Invito Stylish Italian restaurant good for both a shopping spree rest stop and a romantic evening meal. Daily 11am-10.30pm. 15-2, Solana Shopping Mall, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6906) 意吻陶, 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区 15-2

La Cascina The bold and funky colors will lift any mood. The menu oﬀers grilled ﬁsh, pizzas, appetizers, soups, pastas, risottos, and desserts. Lunch specials (RMB 58-78). Daily 11am-11pm. Shop 101, Bldg 4, China Central Place, 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5203 6809) 卡思契纳意大利餐厅, 朝阳区建国路89号华贸公寓4号楼101号

L'Isola Decent Italian food in a stylishlyunderstated atmosphere. Extensive drinks selection, attentive yet discreet service and great homemade bread. Voted "Outstanding Italian" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-11pm. 201, 2/F, Paciﬁc Century Place, 2A Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6539 3773) www.lisolabeijing.com/ 益顺客, 朝阳区工体北路甲2号盈科中心2层201

Luce The fuss-free stylishness of this contemporary Italian restaurant is complemented by the attentive but unobtrusive staﬀ. The menu goes beyond regular Italian favorites. Sun-Thu noon-2am; Fri- Sat noon-4am. 138 Jiugulou Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8402 4417) www. luceluna.com 路溪, 东城区旧鼓楼大街138号 Metro One of Beijing’s oldest Italian restaurants, where diners can match sauces and freshly made pastas. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm; Sat-Sun 11.30am-10pm. 9 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 7828) 美特柔, 朝阳区工体西路9号

Nearby the Tree This sister venue of The Tree has De Koninck and Hoegaarden on tap, while the downstairs bar serves some of Beijing’s tastiest pizzas. Upstairs is a restaurant specializing in grilled panini, soups, freshly-made pasta and desserts. Daily 11am-midnight (restaurant closes at 10pm). Xingfu Sancun 3 Xiang (behind Yashow, west of Tongli), Chaoyang District. (6413 1522/87) 树旁边酒吧, 朝阳区幸福三村三巷三里屯南33号院内(雅秀后边同里西边)

Prego A modern Italian restaurant serving authentic regional home-style dishes prepared by an Italian chef. Daily 11am-11.30pm. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6606 8866 ext 7815) 意大利餐厅, 西城区金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Ristorante Sadler Owned by two-star Michelin chef Claudio Sadler, this restaurant delivers well-executed dishes in a contemporary ﬁne-dining setting. Daily noon-2pm, 6.30-10.30pm. Ch’ien Men 23, 23 Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6559 1399) 东城区前门东大街23号

River Club Restaurant This stylish highclass Italian restaurant serves up well-plated Italian dishes with some European inﬂuences. It is owned by the Sacco Family, who also own a two-Michelin star restaurant in Italy. Daily 11.30am-10.30pm. 53 Maizidian Xijie (East Side of FX Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6508 0667) River Club 北京餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳区麦子店西街53号(富驿时尚酒店东侧)

Tavola Excellent Neapolitan-style Italian cuisine. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-10.30pm. 2/F, The Grand Summit, Section B, Liangmaqiao Diplomatic Mansion, 19 Dongfang Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8532 5068) www. tavola-bj.com 朝阳区东方东路19号亮马桥外交公寓会所2层

Va Piano Newly renovated, this hotel eatery serves freshly baked pizza, authentic pastas, sinful sweets and a long list of wines. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. InterContinental Beichen, 8 Beichen Xilu, Chaoyang District. (8437 1188) 朝阳区北辰西路8号

JAPANESE Bai He Ting This small Izakaya-style eatery near the Canadian International School serves Japanese comfort food - ramen, soups, skewers and more. 11am-2pm, 5.30pm-2am. 27 Liangmaqiao Lu (one intersection east of the Canadian school on Liangmaqiao; walk north at intersection for 150m, restaurant is on right), Chaoyang District. (6438 0551) 白合

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Du The first floor is an oriental red-and-black themed bar while upstairs features an exquisitely designed Japanese restaurant offering good-quality sashimi and rolls with a sushi bar as well as traditional Nipponese low tables and sunken seating. Daily 11.45am-2pm; 5.3010pm. E110-E112 World City, 10 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8590 7466) 朝阳区东大桥路10号世界城E110-E112

Fish Mama Watch ﬁsh, meat and vegetables being roasted in close proximity to hot coals at the robata grill. Oden (ﬁsh cakes and root vegetables stewed in broth) is also a specialty of the house. 1) 1/F, Great Mall of China, 6 Xiaozhuang, Chaoyangmenwai, Chaoyang District.; 2) 37 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8561 5367) 鱼匠, 1) 朝阳区朝阳门外小庄6号中国第一商城裙楼1楼; 2) 朝阳区东大桥路37号楼

Geba Geba Contemporary Japanese cuisine in a simple but elegant setting. Sushi and sashimi are done with style by an authentic Japanese chef. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-11pm. 23 Guandongdian Beijie, Chaoyang District. (6592 4305) 朝阳区关东店北街23号 Gin Chow down on some of Japan’s best bar snacks in the sleek dining room of this izakaya. Daily 6pm-2am. 501, E-Tower, 12C Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6592 6198) 呤, 朝阳区光华路12号丙数码01大厦501室

Haiku Haiku by Hatsune aims to outdo Hatsune with sexier ambiance and an all-encompassing menu - soups and salads, yakitori, karaage, just to name a few. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. Block 8, 3/F, (above Kong Yiji) south side of No. 8 Apartments on Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6508 8585 ext 203) www.block8.cn 隐泉之语, 朝阳区朝阳公园西门8号公馆内南侧3层

Haru Teppanyaki and Sushi Bar Simple, elegant collection of small private rooms each featuring a teppenyaki grill as the centerpiece. Costly but delicious. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30pm-10pm. 1) Unit N4-30, 3/F, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Road, Chaoyang District. (6415 2112); 2) 902 Pinnacle Plaza, Jingshun Lu, Shunyi District. (8046 5112) 尚水长廊铁板烧餐厅, 1) 朝阳区三里屯路11号院 (Village北区)能号楼3层N4-30单元; 2) 顺义区天竺镇开发区荣祥广场902

Hatsune Alan Wong’s ﬁrst Beijing restaurant specializes in unique sushi and hand rolls. Voted “Best Japanese” and “Outstanding Decor” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. 1) 2/F, Heqiao Bldg C, 8A Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6581 3939); 2) S8-30 (Opposite Element Fresh), Bldg 8, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 3939) 隐泉日本料理, 1) 朝阳区光华路甲8号和乔大厦C座2层; 2) 朝阳区三里屯路19号The Village南区8号楼S8-30

Ichigo Ichie Sushi, California rolls and a handful of hot appetizers are available at this petite, Chinese-run eatery at Nanluogu Xiang. Daily 11.30am-10pm. 73 Xiao Ju’er Hutong, Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (134 0110 0356) 期一会, 东城区南锣鼓巷小菊儿胡同73号 Invincible Ramen All the elements combine for Beijing’s most divine ramen. Daily 11am10.30pm. 32 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6467 7688) 无敌家浜骨汤创作面坊, 朝阳区霄云路32号

Isshin Fans rave about the delicious tonkatsu, served with lashings of plum sauce, shredded cabbage, rice and miso. 1) Daily 11am-1.30pm, 5-9.30pm. 2/F, Bldg 1, Overseas Student Dormitory, Beijing Normal University, Haidian District. (5880 9785); 2) Sun-Thu 11am-2pm, 5-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-2pm, 5-11pm. Door 3, Bldg B, Ziguang Development Plaza, 11 Huixin Dongjie, Chaoyang District. (6482 3600); 3) Sun-Thu 11am-2pm, 5-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am2pm, 5-11pm. 35 Chengfu Lu (30m north of the traﬃc lights next to Wudaokou subway station), Haidian District. (8261 0136); 4) Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. Rm 1501, Bldg 15, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 5769) 一心日本料理, 1) 海淀区北京师范大学留学生公寓二层; 2) 朝阳区惠新东街11号紫光发展大厦B座3单元; 3) 海淀区城府路35号院(五道口城铁站旁信号灯往北 30米路西院内); 4) 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外 Soho15号楼1501

Kagen Stainless steel tables and cool electronica music accompany tasty marinated meat grilled fresh at each table. Daily 10.30am2pm, 5.30-9.30pm. B1/F, Bldg C, Heqiao Dasha, 8 Guanghua Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6583

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DIRECTORY / DINING 6830) 火源, 朝阳区光华东路8号和乔大厦C座

Chaoyang District. (8448 8250) 朝阳区幸福村

地下1层

中路55号

La Sushi Cozy, upscale sushi restaurant specializing in the ecologically thorny blueﬁn tuna. Daily 11.30am-midnight. 2/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6120) 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园2层

Argo Technically sound Greek fare in a beautifully restored hutong setting. Daily 11.30am11pm. 59 Wudaoying Hutong (100 meters west of Vineyard Café), Dongcheng District. (8403 9748) 东城区五道营胡同59号

Le Igosso This restaurant, known for its homey atmosphere, serves a range of sushi and sashimi. Mon-Fri 7-9am, 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-9.30pm; Sat-Sun 7-9.30am, 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-9.30pm. Jiuxian Apartments, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6431 5632) 藤崎

Athena Enjoy everything from tzatziki to baklava in the kitschy, “I saw Zorba the Greek” interior of this Sanlitun area restaurant. Good value lunch buﬀet all week from 11.30-2.30pm. Voted "Outstanding Mediterranean" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am11pm. 1 Sanlitun Xiwujie, Chaoyang District. (6464 6036) 雅典娜希腊餐厅, 朝阳区三里屯

亭, 朝阳区酒仙桥路2号酒仙公寓

Marukin Ramen Ramen, ramen, ramen is what this little Tokyo-style eatery does best. 106, China View Bldg 4, 2 Gongti Donglu,, Chaoyang District. (8587 1331) 朝阳区工体东路

西五街1号

甲2号中国红街4号楼106

Matsuko Great lunchtime buﬀet with sushi, sashimi, noodles and more. Voted “Outstanding Japanese” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 5-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 1) 39 Liangmaqiao Lu (opposite 21st Century hotel), Chaoyang District. (8453 4062); 2) Baijiazhuang (south east corner of Changhong Qiao), Chaoyang District. (6582 5208); 3) 2/F, Jinglong Dasha, 225 Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6509 8999) 松子, 1) 朝阳区亮马桥39号（21世纪饭店对面）; 2) 朝阳区星期五餐厅对面松阪屋; 3) 朝阳区朝阳北路225号京龙大厦2层

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Enjoy the “Paul Bocuse – Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque dinner” at Le Pré Lenôtre. 朝阳区潘家园南里28号漪龙台公寓伊龙坊1层

Sushi Bar This Japanese eatery‘s surprisingly extensive menu oﬀers a range of Japanese standards, including sushi sets, hand rolls, salmon sashimi and an excellent range of set lunches with a feeling of cozy reﬁnement. 11am-10pm. 17 Bldg 2, Pingod 22 Art Street, 32 Baiziwan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5876 9193) 盆赏寿司吧, 朝阳区朝阳区百子湾路32号苹果社区二是二院艺术街2号楼17房

Suzuki Japanese regulars ﬂock to Mr. Suzuki’s hidden oﬃce restaurant for pickled octopus, goma-doufu and Kobe beef. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-11pm. 30 Hetao Yuan, Guandongdian Beijie, Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5138 9826) 铃木, 朝阳区朝阳北路关东店北街核桃园30号

Suzumei Eel over rice, curry udon, yakitori, sashimi and more at this corner nook Japanese restaurant and bar in Sanyuanli. Mon-Sat 5pmmidnight (or until last customer leaves). 1/F, Bldg 6, Sanyuanli residential compound (north side), 2 Xinyuan Jie, Chaoyang District. (6466 0204) 朝阳区新源街2号三源里小区6号楼1层北侧 Morio Chef Morio Sakayori oﬀers traditional Japanese cuisine and modern updates. Fusion sashimi, fusion sushi and fatty carpaccio are signature dishes. Daily 10am-2.30pm, 5.3010.30pm. 1/F, Hotel G, 7 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District (6551 6999) 朝阳区工体西路7 Nadaman Nadaman was founded in Osaka, and their high-class, high-priced outposts specialize in kaiseki, or multi-course small dishes using only the freshest ingredients (RMB 260-450 per person). Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-7.30pm. 1) 4/F, China World Summit Wing, China World Trade Center Phase 3, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2299 ext 6407); 2) 3/F, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 39) 滩万日本料理, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号中国大饭店3楼

Naoki Located in the resplendent courtyard setting of the Aman Resort and serving French Kaiseki fare which combines French technique with a Japanese artistry. Daily 12-2.30pm, 610.30pm. Aman Resort at the Summer Palace, 1 Gongmenqianjie, Summer Palace, Haidian District. (5987 9999) 海淀区海淀区颐和园宫门前街1号

Nishimura Teppanyaki, robatayaki, sushi and more in a stylish setting. Daily 11.30am2.30pm, 6-10pm. Shangri-La Hotel, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6841 2211 ext 2719) 西村餐厅, 海淀区紫竹院路29号香格里拉饭店2层

Oden Hearty Japanese stew and luscious sushi. The aﬀordable sake sets are a great introduction to Japan’s national drink. Daily 6pm-late (reservations essential before 10pm). Rm 204, Taiyue Suites, 16 Nansanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6506 6700) 关东煮, 朝阳区南三里屯路16号泰悦豪庭2层204室

Sake Manzo This small “dining bar” has a terriﬁc home-style menu and a huge sake (Liangmaqiao) and shochu (Panjiayuan) selection. 1) Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6pm-midnight. 27 Liangmaqiao Lu, Anjialou, Chaoyang District. (6436 1608); 2) Mon-Fri 6pm-midnight; Sat-Sun 11.30am-2pm, 6pm-midnight. 1/F, Yilongfang, Yilongtai Apartment, 28 Panjiayuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (8770 8767) 慢走日本烧灼餐厅, 1) 朝阳区安家楼亮马桥路27号; 2)

OCTOBER 2010

Tairyo Teppanyaki All-you-can-eat beef, lamb chops, seafood and more, expertly sliced, diced and grilled by knife-wielding chefs. Voted "Outstanding Japanese" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) S2-32, 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 8075, 6416 0075); 2) 15 Wanliu Zhonglu, Haidian District. (8256 6044); 3) Building E, Shenggu Jiayuan, Anzhen Qiao, Chaoyang District. (6444 8855/66); 4) 305 China View, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 1180/1); 5) 2/F, Yaxing Mansion, Maizidian Jie, Chaoyang District. (6461 2336) www.tairyo.cn 大渔铁板烧, 1) 朝阳区三里屯路 19号 Sanlitun Village 南区3层S2-32; 2) 海淀区万柳中路15号; 3) 朝阳区安贞桥胜古家园E座; 4) 朝阳区工体东路中国红街305号; 5) 朝阳区麦子店街亚星大厦2层

Tori Tei This raucous Japanese BBQ restaurant does a tasty line in chicken, beef and vegetable skewers, washed down with ice-cold Kirin beer and pots of sake. Daily 11am-midnight. 8, Xinyuanli Zhongjie, Chaoyang District. (6461 4513) 朝阳区新源里中街8号 Toro Bar This smart sushi joint showcases sushi, sashimi, barbecue and a range of sake and Japanese beers. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-11pm. 1949–The Hidden City, Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (opposite the south gate of Paciﬁc Century Place Mall), Chaoyang District. (6501 1949) 鱼吧, 朝阳区工体北路4号院 (太平洋百货南门对面)

Votaro Famous among Japanese and Korean students for its classic cuisine and moderate prices, Votaro is also spacious and well designed. Daily 11.30am-2.30am. 6/F, Dongyuan Plaza, 35 Chengfu Lu (next to the light-rail station), Haidian District. (6252 3831) 鱼太郎, 海淀区成府路35号东源大厦6层

Yotsuba Incomparably fresh, traditional Japanese fare. Call ahead several days for reservations; large parties are not recommended. 1) Tue-Sun 5-11pm. Next to Bldg 2, Xinyuan Xili Zhongjie (near Xindong Lu), Chaoyang District. (6467 1837); 2) Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5-10pm. 2/F, Bldg 8, Lakeview Place, Dragon Bay Villa, Shayu Huanlu, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8042 2284) 四叶, 1) 朝阳区新源西里中街2号楼旁(近新东路); 2) 顺义区后沙峪镇沙

峪环路8号楼2层

KOREAN Ai Jiang Shan This upscale Korean barbecue and seafood restaurant in the Lido area proves that char-grilling and composure can go together. Choose from octopus, sashimi and various cuts of beef. Daily 11am-10pm. North Gate of Si’de Park, 39 Jiangtai Xilu, Chaoyang District. (8456 9511) www.aijiangshan.com

Fennel Bistro Chef Christian Hoﬀman has created a seafood bistro specializing in Mediterranean cuisine where you can enjoy fresh, high-quality food in a stylish and relaxed environment. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-midnight. Hotel Yi, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, 798 Yishu Qu, 706 Houjie 1, Chaoyang District. (6436 1818) 朝阳区酒仙桥路2号院798艺术区706后街1号

Greek Delicacy All your Greek favorites served fast and easy. 1) Mon-Fri 11am-9pm, Sat-Sun 11am-10pm. Solana Lifestyle Shopping Park, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6380); 2) Daily 10am-11pm. 5/F U-Centre, Wudaokou, Haidian District. (6266 6100) 1) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区; 2) 海淀区五道口购物中心5层

爱江山, 朝阳区将台西路四德公园北门

Charcoal Bar Various cuts of top-grade meat and preparations of beef and pork over an open ﬂame. Daily 10.30am-2am. Inside the Jingyu Hotel courtyard, 1 Tsinghua Donglu, Wudaokou, Haidian District. (6234 9997) 美都波, 海淀区五道口清华东路1号京裕宾馆内

Chinggis Korean Restaurant In addition to the standard Korean barbecue, this Soho restaurant serves Korean hot pot, noodles, bibimbap and nourishing soups and stews. Open 11am-2pm; 5-10pm. Ste 3301, Bldg 1, SOHO, 88 Jianguolu, Chaoyang District. (8580 1507) 韩晶宫, 朝阳区朝阳区建国路88号SOHO现代城S-3301号

Gaon Korean Restaurant The ﬁrst Chinese mainland venture of this Seoul-based chain, which serves high-end, organic, classic Korean cuisine. Daily noon-2pm, 5.30-9.30pm. 5/F, East Tower, LG Twin Towers, 12B Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5120 8899, 5828 7099) 高恩, 朝阳区建国门外大街乙12号双子座大厦东塔5层

Leaf BBQ Restaurant This trendy Korean barbecue and seafood restaurant shares the same partner with Shota Muni, specializing in various beef cuts which are from quality black cows raised up in mainland China. Set lunches price for 2-5 people are from RMB 168-660, and unlimited side dishes are oﬀered once you order one portion of beef for grilling. Daily 11am-10pm. S3-30, Bldg3, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitunlu, Chaoyang District. (6089 2000) 木叶炭火烧肉酒家, 朝阳区三里屯

Mana An intimate Mediterranean eatery in the sleepier side of Sanlitun. The dishes were well presented, tasty and playful in their use of ingredients. 11.30am-10.30pm. 2 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (6460 6721) 朝阳区朝阳区三里屯北小街2号 Oasis Garden Located where the Shunyi Steak and Eggs once stood, Oasis Garden is housed in a 300-sqm glass building with a large lawn and a menu serving a mix of Chinese, Greek and French cuisine. Daily 10am-midnight. West part of Xinyuan Sanlu, Tianbei Lu (near Yuyang Lu), Shunyi District. (8046 6696/6806) 顺义区天北路馨园三路西口（近榆阳路）

路19号三里屯Village南区3号楼S3-30号

Red Station Irrefutably the spiciest chicken in town. Daily 11.30am-late. 22 Zhongguancun Shangye Pedestrian Street (south side of Carrefour Shopping Center), Haidian District. (5172 1612) 红草火辣栈, 海淀区中关村商业步行街 (家乐福南门)

Sorabol High-priced chain of Korean restaurants serves standards like bulgolgi, banfan and delicious raw beef. 1) Daily 9am-10pm. 2/F, Landmark Towers, 8 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6590 0630); 2) Daily 10am10pm. Basement, Lufthansa Centre, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5720) 萨拉伯尔, 1) 朝阳区东三环北路8号亮马河大厦二层; 2) 朝阳区燕莎地下一层

To Dam Gol No Korean barbecue at this small, humble eatery - but choose from other specialties like rice cakes, blood sausage and cold noodles. 9am-11pm. Bldg 3, 310 Wangjing Xiyuan, Chaoyang District. (8680 5145) 朝阳区朝阳区望京西园310号3号楼

MEDITERRANEAN Argana Hearty tajines and rustic Moroccan fare like lemon couscous, Pastilla pigeon pie, handmade pastries and sweet Moroccan mint tea. Daily noon-2am. 55 Xingfucun Zhonglu,

The Olive Salads, sandwiches, steaks, dinner, health food, juice and desserts. Pleasant outdoor dining on the terrace. Also serves weekend brunch. Voted “Outstanding Mediterranean” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10.30am-10.30pm. 17 Gongti Beilu (opposite north gate of Workers’ Stadium), Chaoyang District. (6417 9669) 朝阳区工体北路17号

Shaorou Ren This hip little hibachi (Japanese grill) recently relocated from its original Nanluoguxiang digs and oﬀers free beef tongue slices if you put forth some tongue of your own. That’s right. If you kiss for ten seconds (kissee provided if you ask a server nicely), Taiwanese owner David Hsu will take

DIRECTORY / DINING your picture and dish up some free food. A bar serving cocktails rounds out the oﬀerings. Daily 5-11.30pm. 157 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6403 7626) 烧肉人, 东城

摩洛哥餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳区工体东路甲2号红街大厦4-103

区鼓楼东大街１５７号

Shota Muni Sushi & Grill Sushi that satisﬁes the CBD oﬃce set with quick and affordable delivery. Daily 10am-11pm. 1) C1-5A, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6369); 2) S-108, Bldg C, Blue Castle Apartments, 3 Xidawang Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 9009) 将太无二, 1) 朝阳区朝阳

朝阳区工体北门内; 2) 海淀区福缘门1号 (从北大西门往北走400米，在路口的西北角); 3) 西城区北太平庄桥2号有研大厦B座

La Pizza A large brick oven is the focal point of this jolly pizzeria, where a comically rotund Italian chef bakes 12-inch pizzas loaded with yummy toppings. Daily 10.30am-3pm, 6-11pm. SA-48, Bldg 3, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6106) 朝阳区朝阳

公园西路6号，蓝色港湾C1-5A; 2) 朝阳区西大望路3号蓝堡国际公寓C座S-108

Sureño Modern Mediterranean cuisine from a beautiful open kitchen with wood-ﬁred ovens. Voted “Best Mediterranean" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-11.30pm. B1/F, The Opposite House, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6410 5240) www. surenorestaurant.com 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village瑜舍地下1层

Takenosuke Authentic Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki omelettes and teppanyaki. Mon-Fri 5-11pm, Sat-Sun 11am-11pm. 27 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6431 8238) 武之助, 朝阳区亮马桥路27号

Taverna Rustic-chic Mediterranean tavern specializes in paella, lamb dishes and roast suckling pig. Daily 11am-10.30pm. 1949–The Hidden City, Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (behind Paciﬁc Century Place), Chaoyang District. (6501 8882) 塔瓦娜, 朝阳区工体北路 4号院(太平洋百货南门对面)

MIDDLE EASTERN 1001 Nights Some of the best Middle Eastern food in Beijing plus nightly belly dancing. Voted “Best Middle Eastern” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-2am. Gongti Beilu (opposite Zhaolong Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6532 4050) www.1001nights.cn 1001

公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区3号楼SA-48

Rumi Its plush, minimalist interior is inviting, but the savory kebabs seal the deal. Voted “Outstanding Middle Eastern” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30ammidnight. 1A Gongti Beilu (opposite Zhaolong Hotel), Chaoyang District. (8454 3838) www. rumigrill.com 入迷, 朝阳区工体北路甲1号兆龙饭店对面

Turkish Mum The name is no joke -- there really is a Turkish mom here. The menu features dolmas, kebabs, soups and a variety of mouthwatering mains. Daily 11.30am-11.30pm. 3 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8532 3979)

里屯西五街西2号

Alameer This small Middle Eastern restaurant and bakery serves an assortment of Middle Eastern staples (hummus, falafel etc.) as well as a variety of baked good and desserts. Daily 8am-midnight. East side of the Class Fotel, 19 Xinyuanli Xi (north of International SOS/Kunsha Center on Xindong Lu), Chaoyang District., Chaoyang District. (8451 6888 ext 8116) 安米尔, 朝阳区朝阳区新源里西19号格纳斯主题酒店东侧(新东路昆莎中心以北)

Biteapitta Falafels, hummus, sandwiches and shawarma. Set meals available. Good value for money. Voted "Outstanding Middle Eastern" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11pm. 2/F, Tongli Studio (same block as Le Petit Gourmand), Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6467 2961, ilovepitta@biteapitta.com) 吧嗒饼, 朝阳区三里屯后街同里2层

Dareen Coffee This Sanlitun spot serves up delicious salads, sandwiches, hummus and falafel, as well as great coﬀees, beer and cakes. The small terrace is usually ﬁlled up in the summertime. Daily 7am-midnight. 29 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 0557) 达琳咖啡, 朝阳区三里屯路29号

El Wajh The aromatic ﬂavors of lamb, chicken, or ﬁsh tagines are the highlight of Face Beijing’s Moroccan dining area. Fri-Sat 5.30-11pm, Sun-Thu 5.30pm-10.30pm. Face Beijing, 26 Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6551 6788) 朝阳区工体南路26号

Jerusalem This small Muslim butcher shop sells an assortment of fresh meats (beef, lamb, chicken and ﬁsh) and a wide range of related dishes based on the owner Jordanian background, Daily 11am-9pm. Rm 102, Bldg 4, 29 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6416 3569) 耶路撒冷, 朝阳区三里屯北路29号4门102室

Ibn Battouta Delicious and inexpensive regional specialties, including lamb couscous, tagines and hariar soup. End your meal with traditional mint tea. 4-103 China View Building (in the alley north of Danger Doyle’s across from Pullman Steak), 2 Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 1255, 139 1141 5052)

Pyro Pizza Classic thin-crust pizza served up with a good selection of aﬀordable draft beers. Daily 11am-3am. B1/F, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan, Wudaokou (5 min from Wudaokou subway station), Haidian District. (8286 6240) 海淀区五道口华清嘉园12号楼地下1层

The Tree Popular thin-crust pies, best washed down with Belgian beer. Voted “Best Pizza” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-2am. 43 Sanlitun Beijie (100m west of Sanlitun North Bar street, Youyi Youth Hostel, behind Poachers Inn), Chaoyang District. (6415 1954) www.treebeijing.com 隐蔽的树, 朝阳区三里屯北街以西100米Poachers后面三里屯医院旁

RUSSIAN

土耳其妈妈, 朝阳区工体北路3号

Za’atar With a nice view of the lake in the new Lakeview Shopping Center, this colorful restaurant oﬀers delicious and authentice Middle Eastern food. Try the baba ghannouje and labaneh bil zeit. Daily 10am-10pm. Unit 2, Bldg 3, Lakeview Place (by Dragon Bay Villas), Shayu Huanlu, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8042 2248) 百里香阿拉伯餐厅, 顺义区后沙峪镇沙峪环路3号2单元

夜, 朝阳区工体北路兆龙饭店对面

Alameen This unassuming but welcoming Middle Eastern haven is owned and managed by a Palestinian/Lebanese pair. The hummus and baba ganoush are good and customers here tend to stick around after meals chatting, sipping coﬀee and smoking from the hookah. Daily 9am-midnight. 2 Sanlitun Xiwu Lu, Chaoyang District. (8451 7489) 朝阳区朝阳区三

10am-midnight. 1 Fuyuanmen (400 meters north of Beijing University West Gate, on the northwest corner of the intersection), Haidian District. (6252 8057); 3) Tue-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm. Bldg B, Youyan Dasha, 2 Beitaiping Zhuang Qiao, Xicheng District. (8201 4899) www.thekrosnest.com 乌巢, 1)

MONGOLIAN Dahr Khan Bar & Restaurant An authentically cozy Mongolian experience that features lamb, lamb and more lamb. Hand-grabbed mutton is a must, as are the lamb pies. Daily 10am-2am. 11A Xiushui Nanjie (behind Friendship Store), Chaoyang District. (6501 7740) 大尔汗蒙古文化餐吧, 朝阳区秀水南街甲11号(友谊商店后边)

Menggu Ren You Mian Shi Cun Lamb is king at the Mongolian restaurant serving all sorts of grilled goodness. Try the rack of lamb, homemade yogurt, kebabs, milk tea and sausages. Performances nightly. 15 Jianguomennei Dajie (east side of Fulian Dasha), Chaoyang District. (6522 9500) 蒙古人莜面美食村, 朝阳区东城区建国门内大街15号妇联大楼东侧

Ruxiang Piao Piao (a.k.a. Ordos Hotel Restaurant) This restaurant, run by the Ordos government’s representative oﬃce in Beijing and housed in a residential complex near Qingnian Hu, features yurts, barbecued mutton, Shanxi-style noodle dishes and a variety of milk teas and yogurts on the menu. 3 Shanglong Beixiang, Andignmenwai Dajie (just outside the east gate of Qingnianhu Park, in the residential compound), Dongcheng District. (8412 4216) 乳香飘飘 (鄂尔多斯宾馆内), 东城区安定门外大街上龙北巷3号(青年湖公园东门)

PIZZA Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory Pizza delivery service oﬀering ten “gourmet” toppings featuring wine-soaked blackcurrants, fresh pesto and New Zealand mozzarella. Daily 11am-midnight. Bldg. 3, China View, (rear side, opposite City Hotel), Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 1404/1370) www. gunghopizza.com 叫板!比萨, 朝阳区工体东路中国红街3号楼

Hutong Pizza Serves square pizzas, tasty veggie burgers, draft beer and wine in a beautifully restored traditional home. Local delivery available. Daily 11am-11pm. 9 Yindingqiao Hutong, Xicheng District. (8322 8916) 胡同比萨, 西城区银锭桥胡同9号

The Kro’s Nest American-styled pizza joint, serving up its infamous “gigantic” pizzas along with onion rings, fries, wings and draft beers. Voted “Outstanding Pizza” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Mon-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sun 10am-11pm. Inside Workers’ Stadium North Gate (next to Vics), Chaoyang District. (6553 5253); 2) Mon-Fri 10am-10pm, Sat-Sun

The Elephant Good Russian food, especially the appetizers, like stuﬀed mushroom caps. Daily noon-midnight. In a small alley oﬀ Yabaolu (50m north of Yatai Dasha), Chaoyang District. (8561 4073) 大笨象, 朝阳区朝外头条甲 93号（雅宝路亚太大厦向北50米）

Kiev The boozy vodka kebabs and the indulgent Kiev pudding – a rich cheesecake – come highly recommended. Daily 11am-11pm. 13 Puhui Nanli, Yuyuantan Nanlu (west of the Millennium Monument), Haidian District. (6828 3482, 6827 7309) 基辅餐厅, 海淀区玉渊潭南路普惠南里13号

Moscow Restaurant Virtually the ﬁrst Western restaurant in Beijing, the Moscow’s dining room still serves Russian favorites like borscht, chicken Kiev and vodka by the glass. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. 135 Xizhimenwai Dajie, in Beijing Exhibition Center, Xicheng District. (6835 4454) 莫斯科餐厅, 西城区西直门外大街 135号北展中心内

Traktirr Pushkin Serves the best of both traditional and contemporary Russian cuisine. Don’t miss the pickled cherry tomatoes and reasonably priced Russian beer. 1) Daily 10am10pm. 5-15 Dongzhimennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8407 8158, 6403 1896); 2) 1 Xiyangguan Hutong, Dongzhimen Nei Zhongjie, Chaoyang District. (6403 1690) 彼得堡俄餐厅, 1) 东城区东直门内大街5-15号; 2) 朝阳区东直门内北中街西羊管胡同1号

White Nights Get your ruble’s worth with succulent peppercorn beef tenderloin accompanied by a working man’s serving of creamy mashed potato. Daily 10.30am-midnight. 13A Beizhong Jie (oﬀ Dongzhimennei Dajie), Dongcheng District. (8402 9595) 白夜西餐, 东城区东直门内大街北中街甲13号

SHANDONG An Die An Niang This no-frills Shandong eatery at Chaoyang Park West Gate makes great down-home zhou (rice porridge), stuﬀed pies (xianbing) and the biggest baozi in town. 1) Daily 10am-3am. Chaoyang Park West Gate, Chaoyang District. (6591 0231); 2) Daily 9.30am-midnight. 8A Nongzhanguan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6586 2390) 俺爹俺娘, 1) 朝阳区朝阳公园西门; 2) 朝阳区吃饭堂，农展馆北路甲8号

Dong Xing Lou The most renowned of the formerly “Big Eight” restaurants (most of them serving Shandong cuisine) in town, this place serves classic dishes like fish in wine-flavored sauce (cu liu yu pian, 糟熘鱼片), deep fried meat balls (gan za wan zi, <i>干炸丸子) and scallion flavored sea cucumbers (cong shao hai zhe,葱烧海参). 10.30am-9.30pm. 5 Dongzhimennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8406 4118, 8406 4058) 东兴楼, 东城区东城区东直门内大街5号

Sha Guo Ju This restaurant goes back hundreds of years and specializes in pork dishes cooked in casserole claypots (shaguo nairou).

Signature dishes include Shaguo Bairou (砂锅白肉), fried pork belly (炸脂盖) and imperial lion’s head meatballs (宫廷狮子头). 60 Xisi Nan Dajie, Xicheng District. (6608 7621, 6602 1126) 砂锅居, 西城区西城区西四南大街60号 (近缸瓦市)

Tong He Ju Ignore the drab facade - this bustling laozihao, whose original branch was established in Xisi in 1822, is a great place to enjoy the salty taste of traditional Shandong cuisine. Daily 10.30am-1.30pm, 5-8pm. Bldg B, 71 Yueyun Nanjie, Sanlihe, Xicheng District. (6852 2917) 同和局, 西城区三里河月云南街乙71号

SHANGHAI Lao Nong Tang Restaurant Evoking Old Shanghai elegance, this Scitech area restaurant serves Shanghainese classics, including mei cai kou rou, pork spare ribs, ﬁsh heads and more. Jianguomen Wai Dajie 16, Dongfang Ruijing W5, Chaoyang District. (6569 1599) 老弄堂餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳区建国门外大街16号东方瑞景1楼(赛特饭店东)

Mei Mansion Converted courtyard done up to look like a sophisticated circa-1930s Shanghai salon. Serves up delicate dishes with impressive prices to match. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5-10.30pm. 24 Daxiangfeng Hutong (South bank of Houhai), Xicheng District. (6612 6847) 梅府家宴, 西城区后海南沿大翔凤胡同24号

Mei Wei Zhai Specializes in xiaolong bao and other Shanghainese specialties (including crab rice cakes) at agreeable prices. 35 Baiguang Jie (southwest corner of Niujie), Xuanwu District. (6356 7321) 美味斋, 宣武区白广路35号牛街西南边

Xiaodiao Litang Snack Shop Old Shanghai takes center stage at this distinctive Haidian eatery specializing in seafood dishes. 9am-10pm. Zhongguancun Baofu Temple 66 (near Zhongguancun Nanertiao), Haidian District. (6264 8616) 小吊梨汤私家小吃店, 海淀区近中关村南二条中关村保福寺66号

SHANXI & SHA’ANXI Jin Feng Zhuang Yuan This small chain of Shanxi restaurants serves fantastic leg of lamb, dumplings, kao baozi (grilled stuﬀed buns), and oodles of noodles, of course. The Tongzhou branch is in a large courtyard setting. 1) Jin Jiao Tongzhou Liyuan Xin Cun, Tongzhou District. (8151 6626); 2) South entrance to Shuangling Donglu, Xiao Tun Cun, Fengtai District. (83695829); 3) No. 22 Bldg 7 (near Yintai Center), Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 1755) 晋风庄园, 1) 通州区近郊通州区梨园新村; 2) 丰台区丰台区小屯村双林东路南口; 3) 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路39号建外SOHO7号楼22号(近银泰中心)

Jin Yang Restaurant The ﬁrst Shanxi restaurant to open up in Beijing after the revolution. The noodles are still very impressive but most people come for the signature duck. Daily 10.30am-2pm, 5-9pm. 241 Zhushikou Xidajie, Xuanwu District. (6303 1669) 晋阳饭店, 宣武区珠市口西大街241号

Noodle Loft Homestyle Shanxi dishes and noodles in a posh environment. Try the youmian, a steamer basket full of shotgun shell-shaped noodles. Daily 11am-10pm. 1) 18 Baiziwan Lu (south of Soho New Town), Chaoyang District. (6774 9950/ 5372) 面酷, 1) 朝阳区百子湾路18号（Soho现代城往南

Paomo Guan An assortment of perfect, ﬂuﬀy noodles with a lively, traditional ambiance. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5-10pm. 53 Chaonei Nanxiaojie, Dongcheng District. (6525 4639) 泡馍馆, 东城区朝内南小街53号

Qin Tang Fu Replete with small wooden tables and mini-benches, this chain serves Shaanxi staples like yangrou paomo, rou jia mo, saozi mian, dumplings and more. 1) 23-1 Huixin Xijie, Chaoyang District. (6491 2853); 2) 128 Dongsi Beidajie, Dongcheng District. (6407 1211); 3) 69 Chaoyangmennei Nan Xiaojie, Chaoyang District. (6559 8135, 6525 4639) 秦唐府, 1) 朝阳区朝阳区惠新西街23-1号; 2) 东城区东四北大街128号; 3) 朝阳区东城区朝阳门内南小街69号

Xian Bai Wei Madam Wang whips up some the best roujiamo and noodles in town at this friendly Shaanxi snack joint near Gulou. Daily 11am-10pm. 76 Yonghegong Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6402 7070) 鲜百味, 东城区雍和宫大街76号

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DIRECTORY / DINING SICHUAN Bao Chao Restaurant The homey restaurant is a great dining option for couples and families alike. Bao Chao’s specialty dishes include the spicy jumping chicken (香辣跳跳骨) and the dough drop soup(疙瘩汤). Daily 10am-midnight. No. 107 Baochao Hutong, Xicheng District, Xicheng District. (9401 7883) 宝钞饭店, 西城区西城区宝钞胡同107号

Chuan Ban Its location in the first floor of Sichuan province’s Beijing rep office fuels its reputation as the most authentic Sichuan cuisine in town. Voted “Outstanding Sichuan” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 7-9am, 10.50am-2pm, 4.50-9.30pm; Sat-Sun 7am-10pm. 5 Gongyuan Toutiao, Jianguomennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6512 2277 ext 6101) 川办餐厅, 东城区建国门内贡院头条5号 Chongqing Fandian Where local Sichuanese go for numbingly spicy Sichuan peppercorns. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. 15 Guangximen Beili, Xibahe, Chaoyang District. (6422 8888) 重庆饭店, 朝阳区西坝河光熙门北里15号

DenialW ith ironic presentation and decor, including antique chair toilets and over-sized chopsticks and baby bottles on every table, this nouveau-Sichuan restaurant is intriguing for the eyes and the stomach. Daily 11am9.30pm. 6 Xiaguangli (next to the CNC Bldg), Sanyuan Qiao, Chaoyang District. (5201 1818) 否定, 朝阳区三元桥霞光里6号（中国网通大厦边）

Drum and Gong Fusion Restaurant This popular restaurant with a terrace overlooking Nanluogu Xiang serves Sichuan favorites and Asian fusion cuisine. Daily 10am-midnight. 102 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (8402 4729) 锣鼓洞天, 东城区南锣鼓巷102号 Feiteng Yuxiang Best shuizhuyu in town. Get a balcony seat, tuck in a bib, and get messy. 1) Mon-Fri 11am-2.30pm, 4.30pm-3am; Sat-Sun 11am-3am. Chunxiu Lu, 1 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6415 3764); 2) MonFri 11am-2.30pm, 4.30-10.30pm; Sat-Sun 11am-10.30pm. Xinyuan Nanlu (opposite Kunlun Hotel), Chaoyang District. (8455 2333); 3) Mon-Fri 11am-2.30pm, 4.30-10.30pm; Sat-Sun 11am-10.30pm. 17 Zhichun Lu, Haidian District. (8231 1286); 4) Mon-Fri 11am2.30pm, 4.30-10pm, Sat-Sun 11am-10.30pm. B1/F, Chengming Dasha, 2 Xizhimen Nandajie (northeast corner of Xizhimen Qiao), Xicheng District. (5190 1778); 5) Mon-Fri 11am-2.30pm, 4.30-10pm, Sat-Sun 11am-10.30pm. 4/F North Bldg, The Place Shopping Center, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6589 5588) www.ftyx. com 沸腾鱼乡, 1) 朝阳区工体北路1号春秀路; 2) 朝阳区新源南路佳亿时尚广场旁; 3) 海淀区知春路17号; 4) 西城区西直门南大街2号成铭大厦二楼(西直门桥东南角); 5) 朝阳区光华路9号世贸天阶中心北楼4层

Gold Barn Genuine Sichuan set meals in a classical setting – all the furniture is for sale. 1) Daily 10.30am-1.30am. 1 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (6463 7389); 2) Daily 10.30am-2am. 52 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6502 5142) 金谷仓, 1) 朝阳区三里屯北小街1号; 2) 朝阳区三里屯南路52号

Longshun Yuan Mala Xiangguo Long Shun Yuan’s knack for impossibly potent spice has won it a devoted following. Calling ahead is recommended. Daily 9am-midnight. 1) 1 Huayuan Heyin Zhonglu, Wangjing(Near Guangshun Beidajie), Chaoyang District. (6473 3452); 2) 1/F, Tianxia Binguan, 8A Zhongguancun Nandajie, Haidian District. (6213 0489); 3) Eastern side of Anhuili, Yayuncun, Chaoyang District. (6481 0510) 龙顺园麻辣香锅, 1) 朝阳区望京花园河荫中路东1号(近广顺北大街); 2) 海淀区中关村南大街甲8号天厦宾馆1层; 3) 朝阳区亚运村安慧里东（北辰购物中心东）

Lord of Salt (Tian Xia Yan) Innovative Sichuan cuisine in a sassy historical environment. Daily 10am-10pm. 1) 2/F, Bldg 7, District 3, Yu Hui Li Shi Ji, Xiaoying, Chaoyang District. (8465 1559); 2) Southwest corner of Paciﬁc Century Plaza, 4 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6591 9199); 3) Inside 798, Dashanzi, 2 Jiuxianqiao,798, Chaoyang District. (5978 9623); 4) Nanxincang, 22 Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng District. (6409 6185) 天下盐, 1) 朝阳区朝阳区北四环亚运村小营育慧里世纪村 3区7号楼2楼; 2) 朝阳区朝阳区工体北路4号太平洋百货西南角; 3) 朝阳区朝阳区酒仙桥2号大山子798艺术工厂; 4) 东城区东四十条22号南新仓文化休闲街

Mala Youhuo (Spice Spirit) Imaginatively decorated chain of restaurants catering to a young, aﬄuent crowd. Voted “Outstand-

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ing Sichuan” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11am-midnight. 3/F, Sky Plaza, Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8460 8558); 2) Daily 11am-10pm. 7/F, Grand Paciﬁc Mall, 133 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (8265 6688); 3) Daily 11am-10.30pm. West gate of the Taiyang Yuan Xiaoqu, Dazhong Si, Haidian District. (8211 9966) www.spicespirit. com 麻辣诱惑, 1) 东城区东直门外大街天恒大厦 3层(东方银座东); 2) 西城区西单北大街133号君太百货7层; 3) 海淀区大钟寺太阳园小区西门

South Beauty South Beauty specializes in upscale locations and gorgeous, snooty staﬀ. Voted “Best Sichuan” and “Best Kung Pao Chicken” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. A dozen locations around town. For the full list, check www.thebeijinger.com. 1) Daily 11am-11pm. 3/F, Paciﬁc Century Place, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6539 3502); 2) Daily 11am-10pm. 2/F, West Wing, China World Shopping Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 0809); 3) Daily 6am10.30pm. 1/F, Shuncheng Hotel, 16 Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6622 8989) 俏江南, 1) 朝阳区工体北路太平洋百货3层; 2) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸西楼2层; 3) 西城区金融大街甲16号顺成饭店(平安大厦东侧对面顺成酒店南门)

SOUTHEAST ASIAN

Daily 10am-10pm. Unit 2, Bldg 7, Lakeview Place, Dragon Bay Villa, Shunyi District. (8042 2263) 旎亚那, 顺义区后沙峪镇沙浴环路7号楼2单元

Nyonya Kitchen Peranakan cuisine at its ﬁnest. Daily 11am-10pm. Across from Gaojiayuan Middle School, opposite the Lido Hotel, Chaoyang District. (6433 7377) 娘惹厨房, 朝阳区高家园中学丽都饭馆对面

The Orient Kitchen Aﬀordable Asian crowdpleasers (Thai seafood salads, Japanese gyoza, Malaysian laksa, Hong Kong BBQ and Chinese rice dishes) served in a contemporary space both hip and family-friendly. Daily 11am-11pm. S4-31, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6417 4070) 朝阳区里屯北路19号三里屯Village南区4号楼3-4层

Speedy V Beijing’s only Filipino restaurant serves authentic homestyle favorites like chicken adobo, garlic rice and beef tapas, as well as a few Western dishes in a small, cozy space. Shifoying Dongli, across from Riyue Donghua Xiaoqu (opposite V hotpot), Chaoyang District. (130 5143 1737, 8583 3907, speedyVbeijinginfo@gmail.com) 朝阳区石佛营东里,日月东华小区对面

SPANISH

paneled surfaces and plush upholstery create the ideal environment to enjoy a rich selection of grilled seafood, meat and poultry. 2/F, The Regent Beijing, 99 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District (8522 1789) 酒吧和扒房, 东城区金宝街 99号北京丽晶酒店2层

The Butcher’s Steakhouse Home of the 3kilo burger, this restaurant also oﬀers burgers, steaks, lamb chops and more, along with a selection of ﬁne meats for sale. Daily 11am11pm. 8 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6413 0577; 150 1082 1675) 朝阳区东直门外大街8号

CRU Steakhouse The sleek, warm design of the JW Marriott’s steak restaurant is reﬂective of the rich, reﬁned cuts served up by its open kitchen. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel, China Central Place, 83 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8530) 朝阳区建国路83号华贸中心JW万豪酒店2层

The CUT Steak & Seafood Grill This stylish, contemporary grill house features an open-ﬂame kitchen oﬀering a wide selection of prime imported beef, market-fresh seafood and poultry. Daily 6-10.30pm. Fairmont Beijing Hotel, 8 Yong’an Dongli, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8511 7777) 朝阳区建国门外大街永安东里8号北京华彬费尔蒙酒店

Carmen Tapas plates, hearty salads, paella and roasted whole suckling pig. Voted “Outstanding Tapas” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-2am. Nali Patio (opposite north entrance of Let’s Burger), 81 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (6417 8038) 朝阳区三

Flamme International Grill This stylish twoﬂoor bar and grill features American steaks. Lava chocolate cake is a special delight. Daily 11am-midnight. S4-33, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 8608) 朝

印, 朝阳区东三环北路26号

里屯北街81号（哪里花园边）

The Bak Kut Teh Specialist Reminiscent of a lao Beijing hole in the wall, the eponymous dish here is a Malaysian stew of pork ribs cooked for several hours in a soup of medicinal herbs and served with a chili and garlic dip. Daily 10am-10.30pm. 7-6 Xingguang Dadao, Fulicheng, Shuangjing, Chaoyang District. (134 0114 7715) 美味肉骨茶, 朝阳区双井富力城星光

MARE Nice atmosphere. Go for tapas every day and paella on weekends. Both English and Spanish menu available. Voted “Outstanding Tapas” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Noon-11.30pm. 1/F, E-Tower, 12C Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6595 4178/2890) 古老海西

Grange This steakhouse serves mean and delicate cuts with dipping sauces doled out of beakers and pipettes. Mon-Fri 11.30-3pm (lunch), daily 5.30-11pm (dinner). 2/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888) 朝阳区东三环北

Asian Star This long-running restaurant serves a mishmash of Indian, Thai, Singaporean and Malaysian cuisines. Daily 11am2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 26 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6582 5306) 亚洲之星新马

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Bali Papaya Authentic Indonesian and Thai cuisine in an environment designed to transport you to the tropics: wood furniture, bright colors, a smattering of Indonesian and Thai art and contemporary gamelan music. Daily 11am-11pm. 2/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (5208 6029) 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园2层 Cafe Sambal Authentic up-market Malay food in a lovely courtyard. Daily noon-midnight. 43 Doufuchi Hutong (just east of Jiugulou Dajie), Xicheng District. (6400 4875) 西城区

餐厅, 朝阳区光华路丙12号数码01大厦1层

Mosaico Spanish and Latin American dishes including tapas, Cuban-style seafood and Brazilian barbecue. Tue-Sun 11.30am-11.30pm, Mon 5-11.30pm. World City (north of The Place), 10 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8590 7855) 朝阳区东大桥路10号世界城商业街（世贸天阶北）

Niajo Specializes in traditional Valencian paella and imported Spanish ham and cheeses. Daily 11am-3pm, 6-11pm. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6052) www.niajo.com 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园3层

豆腐池胡同43号(旧鼓楼大街往东走)

Chef Chan Authentic Singaporean delicacies and local Chinese favorites in a modern, comfortable setting. Daily 9am-10.30pm. B1/F, YouTown Lifestyle Center (opposite Alien Street Market, northwest of Ritan Park), 2 Sanfeng Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5977 5607) 朝阳区朝

东城区建国门南大街7号北京万豪酒店

Ma Cherie Thai and Vietnamese Restaurant Specializes in both Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-9.30pm. Hotel Kunlun, 2 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6590 3388 ext. 5247) 芭蕉别墅泰越餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳区新源南路2号昆仑饭店

Malacca Legend Elaborate Malaysian restaurant boasts serene water views (Luoma Lake location) and zesty Southeast Asian cuisine. Daily 11am-10pm. 1) 1/F Building B, Ocean International Center, 58 East 4th Ring Road, Chaoyang District. (5908 0075); 2) On the banks of Luoma lake, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8049 8902) 马六甲传奇, 1) 朝阳区朝阳区东四环路58号远洋国际中心B座1层; 2) 顺义区后沙峪镇罗马湖畔

The Niah Quality Malaysian food at reasonable prices in an elegant setting. Try the Thai chicken salad and curry laksa mee noodles.

Outback Steakhouse Not Australian, but made up to feel like it. Yankee-sized portions with prices to match. Their signature appetizer is a massive onion thrown in the deep fryer. 1) Mon-Thu 5-10.30pm, Fri-Sun 11am10.30pm. Inside the north gate of Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (6506 5166); 2) Daily 11am-11pm. 1/F, Beijing Hotel (east side of Bldg A), Dongcheng District. (6528 2858) 澳拜客, 1) 朝阳区工人体育场北门内东侧; 2) 东城区北京饭店1层

Steak Exchange A wide variety of steaks in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. InterContinental Hotel, 11 Financial Street, Xicheng District. (5852 5888 ext 5916) 西城区金融街11号洲际酒店

TAIWAN

Hawka Inspired by Singapore’s celebrated hawker food stalls, Hawka’s open kitchen turns out popular Asian street foods and serves them in a ﬁve-star environment. WedSun 5.30pm-10pm. Beijing Marriott Hotel City Wall, 7 Jianguomen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (5811 8888 ext 8266) 霍克亚洲餐厅,

刹, 朝阳区新东路加拿大使馆对面

路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

Bellagio Moneyed hipsters satisfy their midnight munchies at this hip Taiwanese eatery. Don’t miss the stunning shaved ice desserts. Voted“Outstanding Kung Pao Chicken” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards.1) Daily 11am-10pm. 6/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 5658); 2) Daily 11am-5am. 6 Gongti Xilu, south of the Gongti 100 Bowling Alley, Chaoyang District. (6551 3533); 3) Daily 11am-4am. 35 Xiaoyun Lu, beside Kiss Disco, Chaoyang District. (8451 9988); 4) Daily 11am-2am. Bldg 4, Area 2 Anhui Beili, Yayuncun, Chaoyang District. (6489 4300) 鹿港

阳区三丰北里2号楼悠唐生活广场地下1层

Lau Pa Sak This Singaporean outlet serves street food indoors: noodles, satay and more. Try their condensed milk coﬀee. Daily 11am-11pm. Xindong Lu (opposite Canadian Embassy), Chaoyang District. (6417 0952) 老巴

阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village3楼S4-33室

Olas Tapas Café Oﬀers a warm ambiance, inexpensive drinks and good food. Voted “Best Tapas” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am-10pm. S9-10 Sanlitun Village, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6417 5657) 朝阳区三里屯北路三里屯Village南区S9-10

Saffron Stylish courtyard bistro oﬀering Spanish/Catalonian-inspired cuisine like paella and tapas. Tue-Sun Noon-2.30pm (lunch), 2-6pm (coﬀee/deserts), 6-10.30pm (dinner). 64 Wudaoying Hutong (150m west of Vineyard Café), Dongcheng District. (8404 4909) 藏红花, 东城区安定门五道营胡同64号院(安定门桥东南角)

STEAKHOUSES The Astor Grill Grain-fed tenderloin steak, cigars and an extensive wine list. Lovely terrace. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm; daily 6-10pm. 3/F, St. Regis Hotel Apartments, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6460 6688 ext 2637) 艾斯特扒房, 朝阳区建国门外大街21号国际俱乐部饭店公寓3层

The Bar and Grill Daily 4pm-1am (bar), 6-11pm (grill). The dining room’s rich wood-

小镇, 1) 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地6层; 2) 朝阳区工体西路6号(工体100南边); 3) 朝阳区霄云路35号; 4) 朝阳区亚运村安慧北里2区4号楼(炎黄艺术馆斜对面)

Home Sweet Home The decor is simple, but the ﬂavors are vigorous, with excellent traditional Taiwan dishes such as o’a’jian (pan-fried oyster), three cup chicken (san bei ji), Taiwanese sausage and more. Daily 11am2pm, 5-10pm. 235 Chaoyangmennei Xiaojie, Chaoyang District. (6522 9889) 小城故事, 朝阳区朝阳门内小街235号

iTea A Taiwanese dessert and drink shop, with various locations throughout the city. Specialties include shaved ice desserts, mango smoothies (and other mango ices), as well as standard milk tea and bubble tea. Daily 10am-10pm. 1) Rm 6, 6/F, Joy City, 131 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (5971 6084); 2) 88 Gulou Dongdajie (near Nanluogu Xiang), Dongcheng District. 找茶, 1) 西城区西单北大街131号大悦城6楼06号; 2) 东城区鼓楼东大街 88号 (南锣鼓巷附近)

Slim Taste Noodles & Bar Choose from heaps of noodles, as well as a respectable selection of dumplings, wontons, soups, con-

DIRECTORY / DINING gees and desserts. Slurp on bubble tea while debating the slimming properties of your nutritious meal. Daily 10am-11pm. S9-32, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 9699) 西龙纤味拉面馆, 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区S9-32

Shin Yeh Authentic Taiwanese food with imported foodstuﬀ from the island itself. Check out the seasonal dishes and drinks as well. 1) Daily 11.30am-3pm, 5.30pm-midnight. 6 Gongti Xilu (ground ﬂoor of the Gongti 100 bowling alley), Chaoyang District. (6552 5066); 2) Daily 11am-10pm. Bldg 4, Xinzhongguancun Dasha, 19 Zhongguancun Dajie, Haidian District. (8248 6288) 欣叶, 1) 朝阳区工体西路 6号(工体100一层); 2) 海淀区中关村大街19号新中关大厦4楼

Taipei Kitchen This small and humble eatery serves solid Taiwanese cooking ranging from Taiwanese sausage, braised oyster with black bean and Hakka stir-fry. A mix of Taiwanese homely cafe and French bistro accompanied with Brazilian soundtrack. Daily 11am-2pm; 5-9.30pm. 9 Yonganli Xijie (behind New China Insurance building), Chaoyang District. (5717 4863) 台北厨坊, 朝阳区永安里西街9号(新华保险后)

THAI Lan Na Thai A suave Thai eatery decked out with a collection of authentic Southeast Asian artifacts, serving good quality, classic Thai dishes at expensive prices. Daily noon-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 26 Dongcaoyuan, Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6551 6788) 兰娜, 朝阳区工体南路东草园26号

阳区三里屯西五街1号

Sukhothai From the decor to the food, Sukothai is pure Thai splendor. Exotic options like Thai-style lobster alongside more traditional staples. Mon-Fri 10.30am-2.30pm, 5pm-midnight; Sat-Sun 10.30am-midnight. 19 Haoyun Jie, Zaoying Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0211) 粟库泰泰式餐吧, 朝阳区枣营路好运街19号

Tuk Tuk Thai Restaurant and Cafe This eclectic, yet friendly, Thai eatery was opened by the original founders of the Stone Boat Cafe and has cheery decor to match - the walls are painted in yellow and red, the wait staﬀ is dressed in colorful Thai garb, and the menu practically sings with lemongrass, curry and tamarind. Weekday set lunches cost RMB 28-38. Daily 11am-midnight. 88 Jianguo Lu (on the west side of Soho New Town, next to Annie’s), Chaoyang District. (8580 0568) 泰客, 朝阳区建国路88号Soho现代城西门

TIBETAN Akhidrong Boasting a staﬀ imported from Lhasa, this Jianwai Soho restaurant serves traditional Tibetan specialties, including roast leg of lamb, ba bao yogurt, beef pie, yak meat, dumplings and more. Ste 1502 Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 5458, pillar@live.cn) 阿吉崇西藏拉萨风情餐吧, 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路39号建外 SOHO15号楼1502商铺

Ganglamedo Well-decorated branch of a Lhasa restaurant oﬀers beautifully presented traditional Tibetan food, with ingredients ﬂown in from the highlands. Try the “eight prosperity symbols,” tsampa, momos and yak steak. Daily 9am-2am. 1/F, Great Hyatte Int’l Apartments, 38 Zaoying Beili, Chaoyang District. (6592 3159) www.ganglademo.com 冈拉梅朵, 朝阳区枣营北里38号海悦名门公寓1号

Makye Ame Beijing’s premier Tibetan restaurant. The best dishes are curried potatoes, roasted lamb, grilled mushrooms and beef with pickled carrots. 1) Daily 11am-midnight. 2/F, Jinhuyuan Gongyu, Baijia Zhuang Dongli 23, Chaoyang District. (6508 8986); 2) Daily 11.30am-2am. 11A Xiushui Nanjie, Jianguomenwai, Chaoyang District. (6506 9616) 玛

(8453 1644) 三摩地, 朝阳区新原南路16路2层

VIETNAMESE Le Little Saigon Cute colonial-style FrenchVietnamese bistro in the midst of Gulou hutongs. Daily 11.30-midnight. 141 Jiugulou Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6401 8465) 西贡在巴黎, 东城区旧鼓楼大街141号

Luga’s Banh Mi Now This small restaurant serves authentic Vietnamese-style sandwiches garnished with pate, pickled carrot and daikon, and your choice of meat. Pho also on the menu. Daily 10am-11pm. Above Luga’s (opposite Tongli Studio), Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 2786) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里对面

Luga’s Pho Pho Pho and other Vietnamese dishes from the ever-cheerful Luga. Daily 24hrs. Above Luga’s (opposite Tongli Studio), Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 2786) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里对面

Muse Parisian Vietnamese Brasserie Modish Indochine eatery with bowls of pho, spring rolls, soups and coﬀees of both Vietnamese and French persuasion. Voted “Best Vietnamese” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) 10pm-4am. 1/F. Tongli Studios (next to Kokomo entrance), 43 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6415 6388); 2) Daily 11am11pm. 1 Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6586 3188) 妙, 1) 朝阳区三里屯北路 43号同里1层; 2) 朝阳区朝阳公园西路一号

Nam Nam This two-story space oﬀers ﬁne Vietnamese cuisine, including Lavong Fish and beef pho. Voted “Outstanding Vietnamese” in our 2010 Restaurant Awards. Daily 10.30am10.30pm. 7 Sanlitun Lu (next to the Friendship Supermarket), Chaoyang District. (6468 6053) 那么那么, 朝阳区三里屯北路7号小友谊超市旁

Nuage Worth visiting for its chic, French colonial atmosphere and stunning lakeside location. Daily 11am-11pm. 22 Qianhai Dongyan, Xicheng District. (6401 9581) 庆云楼, 西城区前海东沿22号

Va Va Voom Classic Vietnamese in a designer environment. Voted“Outstanding Vietnam-

ese” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11pm. S4-32, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6416 3732, 6417 2210) 越时代, 朝阳区三里屯北路19号三里屯Village南区4号楼3层S4-32

XINJIANG & MUSLIM Afunti Over-hyped and over-priced, but busloads of tourists pack this high-end Xinjiang style restaurant every night. Daily 10.30am-11pm. 166 Chaoyangmennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6527 2288, 6525 1071) 阿凡提, 东城区朝内大街166号

Baodu Jinshenglong To enjoy a full tripe experience, start with sampling the four kinds of mutton tripe: duling , duxin, shixin and duban, then move on to another round of tripe varieties: mogu, shandan and hulu. Finish with a plate of duren, the most tender variety of tripe. Daily 11am-10.30pm. 65-8 Lipukang, Ande Lu, Xicheng District. (133 0111 8396) 爆肚金生隆, 西城区安德路六铺炕65-8

Bingtuan Dasha This little-known restaurant in the representative oﬃce of the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps. is known for its authentic and aﬀordable Xinjiang food. 10am-9pm. Bldg 1, Courtyard 6 Maliandao Nanjie (near Carrefour), Xuanwu District. (5836 3888) 兵团大厦, 宣武区宣武区马连道南街6号院1楼(近家乐福)

Crescent Moon Muslim Restaurant From the homemade yogurt and the all-Uygur staﬀ to the king of mutton chuan’r, this little gem is as good as it gets. Voted “Outstanding Xinjiang” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10.30am-11pm. 16 Dongsi Liutiao (alley number six, 100m west of Chaonei Beixiaojie), Dongcheng District. (6400 5281) 弯弯的月亮, 东城区东四六条16号

Kashgar Restaurant One of the best Uygur restaurants in the city oﬀers a variety of cumin-spiced roast mutton, hand-pulled noodles, freshly baked nang and a variety of other authentic Kashgar-style snacks. 10am-9.30pm. 60 Pen’er Hutong, Xuanwu District. (6358 2243) 喀什饭庄, 宣武区盆儿胡同60号

Tumaris Fine food and Uyghur-speaking staﬀ

吉阿米, 1) 朝阳区白家庄东里23号锦湖园公寓会所2层; 2) 朝阳区建国门外秀水南街甲11号

Patara Uber-posh, globe-trotting Thai chain serves delectable renditions of Thai specialties using premium ingredients. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 6/F Jinbao Palace, 88 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (8522 1678) 泰廷泰式料理, 东城区东城区金宝街88号汇 6层601室

Phrik Thai Cold dishes rule here like the papaya salad and the chicken larb. Though the rest of the menu can be uneven, prices are reasonable. The Wukesong branch features daily performances. Voted "Outstanding Thai" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) 11am-2.30pm, 5pm-10.30pm. 1/F, Holiday Inn, 66 Yongding Lu, Haidian District. (6813 2299); 2) Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. The Gateway Bldg, 10 Yabao Lu (across from the Bank of China), Chaoyang District. (8561 5236)

Qomolangma Reasonably authentic Tibetan ingredients with distinctly Han presentation. Ethnic performances every Friday evening. Daily 9.30am-2pm, 5-8pm.. 149 Xigulou Dajie (inside Tibet Provincial oﬃce), Xicheng District. (6401 8822 ext 2828) 珠穆郎玛, 西城区鼓楼西大街149号西藏驻京办事处

VEGETARIAN Bhodi-Sake Elegantly converted Buddhist nunnery with a large variety of imitation meat dishes, such as Lingering Aftertaste (RMB 26), a vegan version of mala beef jerky, which will deliciously ﬂummox your meat radar. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. 10-16 Heiyao Changjie, Xuanwu District. (6354 2889/ 6155) 菩提缘, 宣武区黑窑厂街10-16号

泰辣椒餐厅, 1) 海淀区永定路66号长风假日酒店1层五棵松桥西500米; 2) 朝阳区雅宝路10号凯威大厦一楼

Gongdelin Faux meat items like vegetarian “pork” balls and BBQ “lamb” kebabs with cumin are just some of the treats on the menu at this spacious and comfy two-story laozihao (time-honored) vegetarian restaurant. Daily 11am-9pm. 58 Qianmen Dajie, Chongwen District. (6702 0867) 功德林, 崇文区58 前门大街

Purple Haze Restaurant & Bar Thai cuisine served amongst purple hues. Books, coﬀee and Wi-Fi create the perfect atmosphere for a lazy afternoon. Voted “Best Thai” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11.30pm. Opposite the north gate of the Workers’ Stadium (in the small alley behind the ICBC Bank), Chaoyang District. (6413 0899, 8774 6387, www.purplehaze.com.cn 紫苏庭,

Lotus in Moonlight You can tell it’s the real deal by the number of monks who dine here. Hard to ﬁnd, but worth the search. 1) Mon-Fri 11am-2pm and 5-9.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am9.30pm. 12 Liufang Nanli, Chaoyang District. (6465 3299); 2) Mon-Fri 11am-2pm and 5-9pm, Sat-Sun 11am-9pm. 3/F, Disanji Creative Space, 66 Beisihuan Xilu, Haidian District. (6268 0848/1318) 荷塘月色素食, 1) 朝阳区柳芳南里

朝阳区工体北门对面胡同工商银行后

Purple Haze Courtyard Authentic Thai cuisine in rustic hutong digs. Voted “Best Thai” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11.30pm. 1, Dongsi Liutiao (east exit), Dongcheng District. (6501 9345) 紫苏庭, 东城区东四六条1号

Serve the People Popular restaurant with a large laowai fan base and pleasant terrace. Fans laud the tom kha gai (coconut chicken soup) that oﬀers the perfect blend of spicy, sour and sweet. Voted “Outstanding Thai” in our 2010 Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am10.30pm. 1 Sanlitun Xiwujie (next to Athena), Chaoyang District. (8454 4580) 为人民服务, 朝

12号楼; 2) 海淀区北四环西路66号第三极3层

Pure Lotus Vegetarian Creative tofu dishes will leave you with a full stomach and a clear conscience - and a considerably lightened wallet. Daily 11am-11pm. 1) Tongguang Bldg, 12 Nongzhanguan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6592 3627, 8703 6669); 2) 3/F, Holiday Inn Lido, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (8703 6668, 6437 6288) 净心莲, 1) 朝阳区农展馆南路12号(通广大厦内); 2) 朝阳区丽都假日饭店三层,首都机场将台路

Samadhi Vegetarian Tea House Small teahouse serves a variety of Chinese teas and light vegetarian fare. 11am-10pm. 2/F Shifanghaoting, 16 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District.

OCTOBER 2010

DIRECTORY / DINING–NIGHTLIFE luogu Xiang and Fuxiang Hutong, Dongcheng District. (6402 1554) 东城区南锣鼓巷福祥1号

and customers attest to this smart restaurant’s authenticity. Daily 11am-11pm. 3/F Fuxing Guoji Zhongxin (100 m south and across the street from the east gate of Chaoyang Hospital), 237 Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8571 5191/2) 突玛丽斯新疆餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳北

13 Club Hefty, dark and covered in graﬃti. Featuring mostly rock, metal and punk bands, with shows almost every night. Sun-Thu 8pm-2am, Fri-Sat 8pm-3am. 161 Chengfu Lu (Lanqiying bus stop; doorway is recessed in a small alley next to Da Waguan Restaurant), Haidian District. (8261 9267) 13俱乐部, 海淀

路237号复星国际中心三层

Xinjiang Islam Restaurant Hearty Xinjiang cuisine from the people who know it best in Beijing: the staff of Xinjiang province’s Beijing representative office. Daily 11am-10pm. Xinjiang Provincial Government Office, 7 Sanlihe Lu, Xicheng District. (6830 1820) 新疆伊斯兰饭

区成府路蓝旗营车站下车，马路南边即是(瓦罐饭馆的西边)

1F Like 2F, but with draft beer, large food menu and a terrace. Sun-Thu 11am-2am, FriSat 11am-4am. 1/F, Tongli Studio (southwest of 3.3 Shopping Mall), Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 0587) 朝阳区三里屯

庄, 西城区三里河路7号

Xinjiang Red Rose The rowdy Red Rose packs ‘em in with nightly music and belly dancing performances. Good for kebabs, but no place for the quiet conversationalist. Voted “Best Xinjiang” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11pm. Inside 7 Xingfu Yicun alley, opposite Workers’ Stadium North Gate, Chaoyang District. (6415 5741) 新疆红玫瑰餐厅, 朝阳区工人体育场北门对面幸福一村7巷内

YUNNAN Aimo Town This Fangjia Hutong restaurant is full of ethnic minority accessories, with a long menu of tasty and traditional Yunnan dishes geared towards groups. Daily 11am10pm. Bldg G, 46 Fangjia Hutong (just south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District. (6400 1725) 埃蒙小镇, 东城区方家胡同46号艺术园区 (国子监南临) G座

Dali Courtyard Atmospheric decor, easy-going hospitality and delicious food. Set menu only. Voted “Outstanding Yunnan” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am9.30pm. 67 Xiaojingchang Hutong, Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (8404 1430) 大理, 东城区鼓楼东大街小经厂胡同67号

Dian Feng Lou This courtyard restaurant oﬀers authentic Yunnan fare including boiled tilapia slices with special sauce, “steam pot” chicken soup, steamed pineapple sticky rice and thick rice wine. The waitstaﬀ also hails from Yunnan. Bld 1 Huadu Tuanti, 75 Bing Jiao

TAKE 5

JAPANESE BARS GLEN

OK, it’s not Japanese-owned, but Glen ticks all the right boxes with its top-drawer single malts and expertly executed cocktails. (6591 1191)

G-ZOU

Few people have drunk here, but everyone who has went on to start their own Japanese shochu bar. Or so the legend goes. You have to pay RMB 30 just to sit down, but you’ll stay for an extended session on the ice-cold RMB 10 beers. (5100 3038)

ICHIKURA

This bar in the side of Chaoyang Theater has a strong claim to being the one that kick-started Beijing’s craze for Japanese bars. Many have tried to replicate its charms; most haven’t come close to succeeding. (6507 1107)

LAGOON

It doesn’t match Ichikura for class, but Lagoon offers decent Westernstyle bar snacks to complement its whisky selection and list of almost 100 mojitos. (6507 1013)

TWILIGHT

One of the better bars to have opened over the past 12 months. Twilight’s award-winning bar tenders make some of the best, most innovative cocktails around. (5900 5376)

OCTOBER 2010

后街同里1层

ONGOING: TRADITIONAL ENGLISH HIGH TEA

Indulge in tea and scones in the elegance of Writer’s Bar at Raffles.

2F Cozy spot serves ample measures and has hourly drinks specials on the chalkboard. Sun-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-4am. Sanlitun Houjie (south of 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (6416 4549) 贰楼, 朝阳区三里屯北街3.3服装大厦南侧

Kou Hutong, Deshengmen Wai Dajie, Xicheng District. (8208 8909) 滇峰楼, 西城区西城区德胜门外冰窖口胡同75号华都集团1楼

Dianke Dianlai Fantastic restaurant set in a picturesque, tree-shaded courtyard. Innovative set menus include dishes like shrimp with tomato, rosemary, thyme and lemon and grilled fish stuffed with chillies and spices, Daily 10am-10pm. 8 Dafangjia Hutong (off Chaoyangmen Nanxiaojie), Dongcheng District. (6512 0930) 滇客滇来, 东城区大方家胡同8号(朝阳门地铁站南)

Food in Novel Food in Novel’s main claim to fame is their guoqiao mixian (crossing-bridge noodles), as well as other specialties including Dali ﬂavored roast chicken, roast ﬁsh on palm leaf, Yunnan ham, rice wine (mi jiu) and more. 11am-midnight. 15-1 Dongzhimennei Dajie (at the crossroad of Dongzhimennei Dajie and Beixiaojie), Dongcheng District. (8406 0237) 边城小镇, 东城区东城区东直门内大街15-1号北小街路口

Gin Olive Serves modern Yunnan cuisine with a French twist in a lavishly decorated loft space. The menu oﬀers “truﬄe and foie gras signature dishes” as well as authentic Yunnan delicacies, including Yunnan ham and San Qi Qi Guo Ji (a specialty chicken broth). 11am10.30pm. 2/F, Huirong Plaza, Huichengmen Qiao, Xuanwu District. (6395 7775) 金橄榄, 宣武区会城们桥东南角汇融大厦2层

House of Shuhe This quiet and cozy courtyard Yunnan hotpot buﬀet has a wide assortment of fresh ingredients, from Yunnan ham, beancurd and snakehead ﬁsh to exotic and salutary wild herbs, and will change slightly by season. Daily 10am-midnight. 17 Bei Binmasi Hutong, Dongcheng District. (5721 8898) 束河人家, 东城区北兵马司胡同17号

In & Out The seasonally rotating menu boasts Dai favorites such as fried potato balls and rice with pineapple, along with a mish-mash of Naxi, Bai, and Wa minority staples including Xishuangbanna roast ﬁsh bundled with lemongrass, and rich, leathery Shangri-La dried beef. Daily 11am-10pm. 1 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (8454 0086/6467 5235) 一坐一忘, 朝阳区三里屯北小街1号 Middle 8th Restaurant Comfortable, hip Yunnan restaurant. Try the Yunnan-style spare ribs and the dragon beans. Voted “Best Yunnan” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11am-11.30pm. Zhongba Lou, Sanlitun Zhongjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 0629); 2) Daily 11am-10.30pm. R17, Zhongguancun Pedestrian Mall, 15 Zhongguancun Dajie, Haidian District. (5172 1728) 中八楼, 1) 朝阳区三里屯中街中八楼; 2) 海淀区中关村大街15号中关村广场步行街R17

No Name Restaurant Burrowed within Houhai’s hutongs, this stylish Yunnan eatery attracts trendsetters eager to escape Yinding Qiao’s neon, noise and tourists. Daily 10.30am-2am. 1 Dajinsi Hutong, Xicheng District. (8328 3061) 无名云南餐吧, 西城区大金丝胡同1号

South Silk Road Opened by a Beijing-based artist, this super-hip restaurant oﬀers a minimalist interior, down-home Yunnan specialties and their own brand of rice wine. Voted “Outstanding Yunnan” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11am-10.30pm. 3/F, Bldg D, Soho New Town, 88 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8580 4286); 2) Daily 10.30am-10pm. 5/F, APM Mall, Wangfujing

Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6526 8401); 3) Daily 10.30am-10.30pm. 2-3/F, North Bldg 4, Area 2, Anhuili, Chaoyang District. (6481 3261) 茶马古道, 1) 朝阳区建国路88号Soho现代城D座 3层会所; 2) 东城区王府井大街新东安广场5层; 3) 朝阳区安慧里2区4号北楼3层

Yunteng Shifu Consistent, fresh Yunnan cuisine. Specialties include the mint leaf salad, fried goat’s cheese, pine needle salad and mushroom dishes. Daily 11am-10pm (Hall 2), 11.30am-1.30pm, 5.30-10pm (Hall 1). Yunnan Provincial Government Oﬃce, 7 Donghuashi Beili Dongqu, Chongwen District. (6711 3322 ext 7105) 云腾宾馆食府, 崇文区东花市北里东区7号

ZHEJIANG Jade Garden Cantonese and Shanghainese cuisine in a sophisticated setting. The place gets particularly convivial on the weekends with Cantonese families gathering for dim sum feasts. Daily 10.30am-10.30pm. 6 Jiqingli, Chaowai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6552 8688) 苏浙汇, 朝阳区朝外大街吉庆里6号楼

Kong Yiji They do brisk business with their zuixia (drunken shrimp), dongporou (Dongpo Pork) and huangjiu liquor. 1) Daily 10am-2pm, 4.30-10.30pm. South shore of Shichahai, Deshengmennei Dajie, Xicheng District. (6618 4915/17); 2) Daily 10am-2pm, 4.30-10pm. 322 Dongsi Beidajie, Dongcheng District. (6404 0507); 3) Daily 11am-2pm, 4.30-10.30pm. 6 Zhushikou Dongdajie, Chongwen District. (6707 5151/5252); 4) Daily 11am-2pm, 5pmmidnight. South side of No. 8 Apartments on Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6508 2228); 5) Daily 10am-2pm, 5-10pm. 54A Anli Lu, Chaoyang District. (8480 3966/3977) 孔乙己, 1) 西城区德内大街什刹海后海南岸; 2) 东城区东四北大街322号; 3) 崇文区珠市口东大街6号(两广路与祈年大街口); 4) 朝阳区朝阳公园西门8号公馆内南侧; 5) 朝阳区安立路甲54号

2 Kolegas Intimate music venue. 21 Liangmaqiao Lu (inside the drive-in movie theater park), Chaoyang District. (6436 8998, 2kolegas@163.com) www.2kolegas.com 两个好朋友, 朝阳区亮马桥路21号（燕莎桥往东 1500米路北汽车电影院内）

706 Factory Events space often used for Yen parties and other electronic happenings. 798 art district, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 706工厂, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子 798艺术区

Alfa A mix of young expat professionals, students and local club-goers. Daily 4pm-2am. 6 Xingfu Yicun (in the alley opposite the north gate of Workers’ Stadium), Chaoyang District. (6413 0086) 阿尔法, 朝阳区幸福一村6号工体北门对面的胡同里

All-Star Sports Bar & Grill See Dining Directory under “American.” Mon-Fri 5pm2am, Sat-Sun 11am-2am. Bldg 5, 1/F, Solana Shopping Mall, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6999) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区 5-1

Amilal This quaint but nice Mongolianowned bar presents scotch and imported beers. Daily 2pm-late. 48 Shoubi Hutong (southeast of 66 Gulou Dongdajie), Dongcheng District. (8404 1416) 东城区鼓楼东大街66号东南侧寿比胡同48号院内

Aperitivo Shrub-lined patio, continental atmosphere and Italian-themed drinks menu. Daily 10am-late. 43 Sanlitun Houjie (next to Tongli Studio), Chaoyang District. (6417 7793) 意式餐吧, 朝阳区三里屯后街43号同里旁边

Apothecary Cocktails prepared with class and care. Also features a menu of Creole dishes prepared using house-made ingredients. Tue-Sat 7pm-late, Sun 6pm-late (kitchen closes 1am). 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6040) 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园3层

Old Xian Heng Restaurant Shaoxing-style restaurant with a ﬁshing village-themed decor does Zhejiang specialties like drunken shrimp, stinky tofu, goose, bamboo shoots and more. 19 Yinghua Xijie, Beisanhuan Donglu, Chaoyang District. (64431558) 咸亨酒店, 朝阳

Aria See Dining Directory under “European.” Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm; bar 11am-midnight. 2/F, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 6644) 阿郦雅, 朝阳区建国门外

区朝阳区北三环东路19号(贵州大厦对面)

The Astral Bar and Restaurant Stocks 17 beers, including ﬁve Aussie brews. The bar is shaped like a boomerang, and you can eat kangaroo. G’day. Daily 5pm-1am. B1/F, Tangla Hotel, 19 Fuxingmenwai Dajie, Xicheng District. (5857 6688 ext 6611) 悦筵, 西城区复兴

Wahaha Restaurant Sharing a name with Hangzhou’s famous brand of bottled water, the two branches of this Zhejiang restaurant chain are considered among the most authentic in town. 1) 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. 99 Longfu Plaza, Longfusi, Dongcheng District. (8409 5855, 8409 5866); 2) 3/F Bldg B Yingjia Center, 2 Donsanhuan Nanlu (next to the AVIC Bldg on the southeast corner of Guomao Qiao), Chaoyang District. (6567 8887) 娃哈哈大酒楼, 1) 东城区东城区隆福寺街99号隆福广场(民航总局东); 2) 朝阳区朝阳区东三环南路2号赢嘉中心B座3楼(国贸桥东南)

NIGHTLIFE 101 Lounge Close to the 798 district, this hotel bar specializes in top-class wines from all over the world and live music. Jazz standards are arranged by Kenny Cheng for the resident Latin four-piece. Daily 4.30pm-midnight. Courtyard by Marriott – Beijing Northeast, 101 Jingshun Lu, Dashanzi, Chaoyang District. (5907 6666) 朝阳区京顺路101号 12SQM If my home were a pub with a huge selection of liquor, this place would feel just like home. Daily 5.30pm-1am. Corner of Nan-

大街1号中国大饭店二层

门外大街19号唐拉雅秀酒店地下1层

Atmosphere Bar Expect spectacular views on a good day at Beijing’s highest bar. Failing that, you can count on the drinks being good. Mon-Fri noon-2am, Sat & Sun noon-4am. 80/F, China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2299 ext 6433) 朝阳区光华路国贸3期80层(中国大饭店北侧)

Ball House This diﬃcult-to-ﬁnd establishment bills itself as a pool hall, but only three pool tables and a haughty air keep things from getting rowdy. Daily 2.30pm-4am. 40 Zhonglouwan Hutong (directly east of the Bell Tower), Xicheng District. (6407 4051) 波楼, 西城区旧鼓楼大街钟楼湾胡同40号

Bar Blu Two rooms open every day, live DJs spinning two diﬀerent styles of music nightly, a pool table and a decent terrace. Sun-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-6am. 4/F, Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6417 4124) 蓝吧, 朝阳区三里屯后街同里4层

DIRECTORY / NIGHTLIFE Bed Minimalist decor is centered around beds (obviously), and cement. Daily 3pm1.30am. 17 Zhangwang Hutong, Xicheng District. (8400 1554) 床吧, 西城区旧鼓楼大街张旺胡同17号

The Beach Sand-laden summer rooftop venue. Block 8, Apartment 8 Complex, Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6508 8585) 朝阳区朝阳公园西路8号公馆 Beer Mania Spacious it ain’t, but Beer Mania has got everything it needs to play the role of Belgian beer purveyor par excellence. Daily 2pm-late. 1/F, Taiyue Fang, Nansanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6585 0786) 麦霓啤酒吧, 朝阳区南三里屯路泰乐坊1层

Bling Hip-hop club with a Rolls Royce Phantom DJ booth. Exclusive selection of premium single malts, cognacs, and cigars. Wed-Sat 9pm-late. Solana 5-1, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6999) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区 5-1

Blue Frog The Sanlitun branch features a cocktail-heavy drinks menu and a patio. 1) Daily 10am-1am. L312, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 6337); 2) Daily 10am-2am. S4-30, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 4030) www.bluefrog.com.cn 蓝蛙, 1) 顺义区天竺镇欲翔路99号北京欧陆时尚购物中心(欧陆广场)L312室; 2) 朝阳区三里屯北路 19号三里屯Village南区4号楼3层S4-30

The Bookworm Bright, airy and ﬁlled with books. Wine list features 40 options. Daily 9am-2am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6586 9507) www.chinabookworm.com 书虫书吧, 朝阳区工体北路 4号院

Cloud Nine Bar This upscale bar in the Shangri-La Hotel has it all – swanky interior, an incredible drink list, and regular live music. Daily 5pm-2am. Shangri-La Hotel Beijing, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6841 2211 ext 2723) 九霄云外, 海淀区紫竹院路29号，香格

music, the vibe and the panoramic views of Qianhai. Daily 2.30pm-2am. 2/F, 2 Qianhai Nanyanlu (just to the west of the post oﬃce on Di’anmenwai Dajie), Xicheng District. (8403 2131) 东岸咖啡, 西城区地安门外大街前

里拉饭店内

Enoteca Unpretentious, reasonably priced wine bar that serves good food as well. Voted “Outstanding Wine Selection” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 6pm2am (until Oct 9); daily 10am-2am (Oct 10 onwards). 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6076) 朝阳区三里屯北

Club Du Lounge bar with Japanese restaurant upstairs. 210, Bldg E, World City, 8 Jinhui Lu, Chaoyang District. (8590 7566) 朝阳区朝阳区金汇路8号世界城E座21

Club Juicy Spot Daily 5pm-late. 2-3/F, 2 Chaoyang Xilu (30m south of Chaoyang Park West Gate), Chaoyang District. (6593 0610) 朝

Entero Cool like bebop. Daily 7pm-3am. 1 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (8451 0554) 朝

Club Le Living-room seating, a jazzy hiphop soundtrack and a stage for live shows. International bands perform every night. During happy hour (6-10pm), drinks are buyone-get-one-free. Daily 8pm-3am. S1-30, 3/F, Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 3338) 乐, 朝阳区三里

阳区新源里1号

屯路19号三里屯Village南区1号楼3层S1-30

Coco Banana Coco Banana features a square bar and lounge areas around the dance ﬂoor with its modern and shining decor and go-go dancers. Beers start from RMB 30. Daily 9pmlate. 8 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (8599 9999) 朝阳区工体西路8号 Contempio Temple Bar This former temple – a protected cultural heritage site – is available for private parties, with an attached lounge open for regular business. Opposite Bed Bar, 4 Zhangwang Hutong (entrance to public lounge on Doufuchi Hutong), oﬀ Jiugulou Dajie, Xicheng District. (139 1087 3833) 西城区旧鼓楼大街张旺胡同4号

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Crystal Bar A place to indulge in ﬁne champagne, matured cigars and aged ports. Daily 8am-1am. Ritz-Carlton Beijing, 1 Jinchengfang Jie, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6601 6666 ext 6231) 西城区金城坊东街1号北京金融街丽资

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Buzz Chill out and relax in this intimate bar that features signature cocktails and an extensive collection of premium whiskeys, cognacs, wines and ports. Mon-Sat 6pm-1.30am. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6606 8866 ext 7825) 西城区金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

CD Blues Cafe & Bar Weekend blues performances in former jazz haunt. Daily 4pm-late. South of the Agricultural Exhibition Hall main gate, Dongsanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (6506 8288) 朝阳区东三环路农展馆大门往南300米

Centro A surprisingly comfortable spot to down drinks from bottled beers to blue cheese martinis. Nightly live jazz performances. Daily 24hrs. 1/F, Shangri-La’s Kerry Centre Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833, ask for Centro) 炫酷, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心饭店1层

Champagne Bar Molecular mixology comes to town, plus bubbles. Daily 6pm-midnight. 2/F, Fairmont Beijing, 8 Yong’an Dongli, Chaoyang District. (8511 7777) 朝阳区建国门外大街永安东里8号北京华彬费尔蒙酒店2层

ChinaDoll The rooftop Sky Bar closes for winter on Oct 17; the lounge remains open for fun and games with the beautiful people. Sun-Thu 6pm-late, Fri-Sat 9pm-late. 5/F, 3.3 Shopping Center, 33 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (5136 5871/72, events@chinadollclub. cn) www.chinadollclub.cn 中国娃娃, 朝阳区三里屯北街33号3.3服饰大厦5层 China Bar With one of the best views in town, this is deﬁnitely a place to impress. Daily 5pm-1am. 65/F, Park Hyatt, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1234) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号

Chocolate Join Napoleon through his conquests in this Russian bar and squat on the gold-tiled squatters. Live music and drinks at RMB 38-48. Daily 11am-6am. 19 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8561 3988) 朝阳区日坛北路19号

CJW Cigars, jazz, wine. Daily 11.30am-2am. L-137, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 1222) www.cjwchina.com 雪茄爵士酒吧, 朝阳区世贸天阶 L-137 光华路9号

路81号那里花园4层

阳区朝阳公园西路2号楼2-3层 (朝阳公园西门往南30米)

The Box Find Moosehead, poutine and live ice hockey at this Canadian-run bar. Daily noon-late. 5A Qianmachang Hutong (opposite Cafe Sambal), Jiugulou Dajie, Xicheng District. (6401 3293) 西城区旧鼓楼大街前马厂 The Brick Food and cheap drink in this Shuangjing hostelry where fun is the name of the game. Daily 4pm-late. 1/F, Tianzhi Jiaozi building (northeast corner of Shuangjing Qiao), Chaoyang District. (139 1113 6564) 朝阳

海南沿2号楼2层

Crowne Plaza Wuzhou Five-star hotel. Beisihuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8498 2288) www.parkview.crowneplaza.com 五洲皇冠假日酒店, 朝阳区北四环中路8号

卡尔顿酒店大堂

D-22 A venue for new and experimental music. Tue-Sun 7pm-2am. 242 Chengfu Lu (two doors west of 13 Club), Haidian District. (6265 3177, charles@d22beijing.com) www. d22beijing.com.cn 海淀区成府路242号 Dao Le Wine bar oﬀering everything from wine and food pairing recommendations to bottle and glass storage. Daily 11am-1.30am. 2-012, 22 International Art Plaza, Pingod, 32 Baiziwan Lu, (east of the Today Art Museum), Chaoyang District. (5821 1353) 到了, 朝阳区百子湾路32号苹果社区二十二院街艺术区2-012(今日美术馆东侧)

Davidoff Lounge Cigars, KTV and luxury. Daily 9pm-2am. China Central Place, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8070) 朝阳区华贸中心建国路甲83

D Bar 4/F, Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区东三环中路61号北京富力万丽酒店4层

The Den Watch sports until dawn; stick around for brunch. Daily 24hrs. 4 Gongti Donglu (next to City Hotel’s main entrance), Chaoyang District. (6592 6290) 敦煌, 朝阳区工体东路4号城市宾馆正门旁边

Destination Men frequent this disco, and women who don’t want to be hit on do too. Destination packs in a rowdy crowd and is bursting with testosterone on weekends. Daily 8pm-late. 7 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 8180) 目的地, 朝阳区工体西路7号 d lounge Beautiful place, beautiful drinks, beautiful people. Daily 8pm-late. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (across from Rock & Roll Club), Chaoyang District. (6593 7710) 朝阳区工体北路4号

Drei Kronen 1308 Brauhaus Three types of German beer brewed onsite. Sun-Thu 11.30am-midnight, Fri-Sat 11.30am-late. 1/F, Bldg 5, China View, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6503 5555) 皇冠自酿啤酒坊, 朝阳区工体东路中国红街5号楼1层

Drum and Bell The rooftop patio is a great place to catch some sunshine. Daily 1pm2am. 41 Zhonglouwan Hutong, Dongcheng District. (8403 3600) 鼓钟咖啡馆, 东城区钟楼湾胡同41号

East Shore Live Jazz Cafe Go for the

Lu, Chaoyang District. (5100 3038) 朝阳区光华路2号阳光100东侧C座1层

Happiness Lounge Act classy and live it up at this seven-star hotel bar. The view over the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube won’t disappoint. Daily 3pm-2am. 20/F, Pangu 7 Star Hotel, 27 Beisihuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5906 7888) 朝阳区北四环中路 27号 Havana Bar 22 varieties of rum. Tapas at the bar and cigars in the cigar divan. Daily 5pm1.30am. Grand Millennium Beijing, Fortune Plaza, 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6530 9383) 朝阳区东三环中路7号财富中心

Face An upscale bar but you can ﬁnd a pint of Tetley’s. Daily 2pm-late. 26 Dongcaoyuan, Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6551 6738)

Hei Hei Club Neon, hip-hop, ornate chandeliers and super strong cocktails are this Hong Kong transplant’s calling cards. Daily 9.30pmlate. Northeast corner of Workers’ Stadium (next to Kro’s Nest), Chaoyang District. (6553 2228) www.heiheiclub.com.cn 嘻嘻, 朝阳区工

妃思, 朝阳区工体南路东草园26号

人体育场东北角

The First Lounge Has a sophisticated yet earthy feel. Daily 9am-midnight. Inside Park Plaza Beijing, 97 Jinbao Jie, Wangfujing, Dongcheng District. (8522 1999 ext 3607) 首酒

Hooters Beijing’s branch features less cleavage than its American counterparts. Duh. Daily 11am-1am. Rm 201, Bldg 1, China View, intersection of Gongti Bei and Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6585 8787) www.hooterschina.com 朝阳区工人体育场东路和工人体育场

廊, 东城区金宝街97号北京丽亭酒店内

Flames Flawlessly mixed drinks. Live performances add an air of relaxation. Daily 11am-1am. Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888) 东城区王府井东街8号北京王府井西尔顿 Frank’s Place Lido-area sports pub. Daily 8am-2am. Jiangtai Xilu, west of Rosedale Hotel, Chaoyang District. (6437 8399) www. franksplacebeijing.com 朝阳区丽都将台西路 Fubar A speakeasy with a ﬁne selection of drinks. Sun-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-4am. Behind Stadium Dog, Gate 10, Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (6593 8227) 福吧, 朝阳区工体东路工人体育场东门内10号进口

Fuel Live music and sports, two KTV and Playstation-equipped private rooms and dishes including pizzas, gigantic ribs and a huge hamburger to share. Daily 11am-late. 1/F, Langham Place, 1 Er Jing Lu, Beijing Capital International Airport (southwest of Terminal 3), Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) http://beijingairport.langhamplacehotels.com 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店(T3航站楼西南)

George’s Smart cocktail bar from Beijing bar veteran George Zhou. Daily 3pm-2am. Near Gate 12, east side of Workers’ Stadium, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6553 6299) 朝阳区工体东路工人体育场东门内12号进口

Ginkgo Bar and restaurant. Daily 10am-midnight. 199 Andingmennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6402 7532) www.ginkgobeijing.com 东城区安定门内大街199号

Glen The ﬁnest collection of single malts in the city. Luxurious. Daily 6pm-2am. 203, Taiyue Suites, 16 Nansanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6591 1191) 格兰高地, 朝阳区南三里屯 16号泰悦豪庭2层203

Global Club Gongti meets Wudaokou in this gaudy nightclub featuring 12 KTV rooms. Daily 8pm-4am. B1/F, Dongyuan Dasha, 35 Chengfu Lu, Haidian District. (6255 1616) 海淀区五道口成府路35号东源大厦地下1层

Goose ‘n’ Duck Pub Beijing’s biggest sports bar. Daily 24hrs. S1, Green Lake International Tower (east side of Chaoyang Park), Chaoyang District. (5928 3045, gd@vip.sina.com) www. gdclub.net.cn 鹅和鸭, 朝阳区朝阳公园桥东侧路北观湖国际大厦1号写字楼首层

GT Banana Pulsing beats, dancers in cages and a whole lot more ... World-class DJs play when they come to town. Weekdays 8.30pm4.30am, weekends 8.30pm-5am. Scitech Hotel, 22 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6528 3636) 巴那那, 朝阳区建国门外大街22号赛特饭店1层

Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory See Dining directory. G-Zou Tiny Japanese bar serving shochu and the coldest beer in Beijing, although there’s an RMB 40 cover charge. Daily 7pm-1am. 1/F, Bldg C, east side of Sunshine 100, 2 Guanghua

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Hot Cat Club Decent live music, dodgy drinks. Daily 10am-late. 46 Fangjia Hutong (just south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District. (6400 7868) 东城区方家胡同46号艺术园区(国子监南临)

Huxley’s Shut Up and Drink: Not much more need be said, really. Daily 6pm-late. Yandai Xiejie (the street running diagonally between the Drum Tower and Yinding Bridge), Xicheng District. (6402 7825, info@shutupjustdrink. com) 德彼酒吧, 西城区烟袋斜街16号 Ichikura This tiny bar packs in as good a variety of single malt whiskies as you’ll ﬁnd in Beijing. 2/F (entrance via stairs at south wall of Chaoyang Theater), Chaoyang Theater, 36 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6507 1107) 朝阳区东三环北路36号 The Irish Volunteer This Irish bar stays true to the Irish culture, Guinness included (RMB 60). This two-room saloon also oﬀers food. Daily 9am-2am. Jiangtai Lu (opposite the east gate of the Lido Hotel), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区高家园小区平房311号(丽都饭店东门对面)

Jazz-Ya Stylish, pricey eatery that strives for urban Tokyo funk. Serves a wide range of Japanese and Japanese-inspired foods in a look-at-me setting. Daily 11.30am-2am. 18 Sanlitun Beilu (North Bar Street), Chaoyang District. (6415 1227) 爵士, 朝阳区三里屯北路18号

Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar Live music. Daily 7pm-2am. 7 Dongmianhua Hutong, Jiaodaokou Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (6401 4611) 江湖酒吧, 东城区交道口南大街东棉花胡同7号

Jiangjinjiu Bar This intimate space oﬀers laid-back jam sessions and often hosts ethnic minority bands. Daily 2pm-2am. 2 Zhongku Hutong, (between Drum and Bell towers on the west side, a few doors south of The Drum and Bell), Dongcheng District. (8405 0124) www.jiangjinjiu.cn 将进酒吧, 东城区钟库胡同 2号 (鼓楼北门)

Jipangu Sake bar with added KTV. Daily 7pm2am. 2/F, Huakang Binguan, Nongzhanguan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6586 6541) 朝阳区农展馆北路华康宾馆2层

Kai Club Cheap drinks, indie rock and a comfortable lounge upstairs. Mon-Fri 7.30pm-2am, Sat-Sun 7.30pm-5am. Sanlitun Beijie (around the corner from Poachers Inn), Chaoyang District. (6416 6254) 开, 朝阳区三里屯北街友谊青年酒店拐弯处

Kilimanjaro African Bar A cool place to relax and chat. Cocktails are beautiful. Mombasa street snacks are on the menu as well. Daily 2pm-1am. 138 Jiaodaokou Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (8404 2298) 非洲风情吧, 东城区交道口南大街138号

Kokomo Top-class terrace and quality cocktails. Sun-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-4am.

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DIRECTORY / NIGHTLIFE or a night on the tiles. Daily 5pm-2am. 1/F, The Opposite House, Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 6688) 朝

men, 71 Deshengmenwai Dajie, Xicheng District. (8206 5555) 百色酒吧, 西城区德胜门外

阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village1号楼瑜舍1层

Palette Vino Oenophiles recommend this siheyuan wine bar. Daily 11am-10pm. 5 Dongsi Shiyitiao, Dongcheng District. (6405 4855) www.palettewines.cn 派乐坊, 东城区东四十

Migas Spanish restaurant with impressive top-ﬂoor terrace and lounge bar oﬀering stunning Sanlitun views. 6/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6061) 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园6层

Miss Saigon Come for the drinks and stay for the killer view. Daily 10am-2am. 7/F, Zhongyu Plaza (Swire Building, north of The Rickshaw), corner of Gongti Beilu and Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8523 6616 ext 6677) 七层吧, 朝阳区工体北路甲6号中宇大厦7层

Mix (Gongti) Like Vics. Daily 8pm-late. Inside the north gate of Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (6530 2889) 密克斯, 朝阳区工体北门内

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Mix (Westin Chaoyang) Live jazz in the evenings and an extensive selection of champagnes, wines and whiskey. Daily 5pm-midnight. 1/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8000) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

4/F Tongli Studios, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 1019, kokomobeijing@gmail. com) www.kokomobeijing.com 朝阳区三里屯后街同里4层

Kura Kura Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village北区

La Bamba This two-story restaurant and bar oﬀers RMB 10 drink specials, hearty food, a pool table, foosball table, darts, and tv screens. Daily 10am-6am. 2-3/F, East gate of Huaqing Jiayuan (upstairs from Propaganda), Wudaokou, Haidian District. (8286 6755) 海淀区五道口华清嘉园东门五角星酒吧2-3层

Lagoon Japanese-run cocktail bar featuring a massive mojito selection. Mon-Sat 6pm-2am. 3/F (above Ichikura), south side of Chaoyang Theater, 36 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6507 1013) 朝阳区东三环北路36号朝阳剧场南侧3层

Lan Club Luxury venue with a restaurant, jazz lounge, oyster bar, a cocktail bar, a cigar room and 45 private VIP rooms. Voted “Outstanding for Impressing Visitors” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-10.45pm. 4/F, LG Twin Towers, 12B Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5109 6012/13) www.lan-global.com 兰会所, 朝阳区建国门外大街乙12号LG双子座4层

Lantung By night, the large lakeside seating and plush couches are perfect for a drink or two. Daily 10.30am-2am. Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6213) 兰棠, 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区

Laowai’s Lounge Student-friendly meals and lively nighttime ambiance. Daily 11am-3am. 2/F, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan, Wudaokou, Haidian District. 海淀区五道口华清嘉园12号楼2层

Le Coq French bar oﬀering a wide selection of wines and cocktails with live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Fortune Mall, Zhaofeng Jie, Chaoyang District. (6533 0191) 冠, 朝阳区兆丰街财富购物中心 Linkstar Lounge Bar and club with burger spot downstairs. Unit 258, 2/F, Bldg E, World City, 8 Jinhui Lu, Chaoyang District. (8590 7430) 朝阳区金汇路8号世界城E座2层258号 Loong Bar A large, classy bar with the size, ambition and prices to be Centro redux. Daily 5.30pm-2am. 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel, 83 Jianguo Lu, China Central Place, Chaoyang District. (5908 8906) 龙吧, 朝阳区华贸中心建国路83号JW万豪酒店2层

Lotus Blue Bar and Restaurant Tintin-inspired bar that serves up Thai dishes and live music. Mon-Fri 1.30pm-2am, Sat-Sun 11.30am2am. 51-6, Di’anmen Dajie (Qianhaixiyan), Xicheng District. (6617 2599/2733) 蓝莲花餐吧, 西城区地安门西大街51-6号（北海北门对面天荷坊14内）

The Lounge Imported beers and good wine in an aquatic-themed back room. Daily 8am1am. Lobby, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast, 26A Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5927 8888) 朝阳区霄云路甲26号海航大厦万豪酒店 Luce Italian restaurant by day, hosts everything from networking events to techno parties by night. Sun-Thu noon-2am; Fri- Sat noon-4am. 138 Jiugulou Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8402 4417) www.luceluna.com 路溪, 东城区旧鼓楼大街138号

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Lucky Man Whiskey and yakitori bar with Gulou characteristics. Daily 6pm-1am. 157 Gulou Dongdajie (north side, inside second alleyway west of Nanluogu Xiang), Dongcheng District. 东城区鼓楼东大街157号

Luga’s Provides the simple pleasures sought by bar-goers everywhere: burritos, beer, tequila, chips and salsa, and frozen Margaritas. Daily 24hrs. Opposite Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6416 5154) 朝阳区

Molly Malone’s Features everything you’d expect from an Irish pub, from Guinness and folk music to a sushi bar. Daily 10am-2am. Legendale Hotel, 90 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (6522 7258) 东城区金宝街90号

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Luga’s Basement Televised sports, Australian and American beers and bar snacks including fried chicken and hot dogs. Daily 6pm-late. 1/F (below Luga’s Villa), 7 Sanlitun Beijie (behind 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯北街7号3.3购

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Lush A caﬀeinated study spot by day and by night a place to cut loose. Daily 24hrs. 2/F, Bldg 1, Huaqing Jiayuan, Chengfu Lu (across from the Wudaokou light-rail station), Haidian District. (8286 3566) www.lushbeijing.com 海淀区成府路华清嘉园1号楼2层（五道口城铁站对面）

Maggie’s Legendary hot dogs. No joke. SunWed, 7.30pm-4.30am; Thu-Sat, 7.30pm-5am. South Gate of Ritan Park, Chaoyang District. (8562 8142/8143) www.maggiesbar.com 美琪, 朝阳区日坛公园南门

Mako Live House Mid-sized live music and events space brings the noise to Shuangjing. Daily 5pm-late. Inside Hongdian Art Factory, Courtyard 36 (500m south of Carrefour Shuangjing, inside small alley), Guangqu Lu, Chaoyang District. (5205 1112/3) www. mako001.com 麻雀, 朝阳区广渠路36号院红点艺术工厂内（幸福贝贝南边）

Mako Theater Inside Hongdian Art Factory, Courtyard 36 (500m south of Carrefour Shuangjing, inside small alley), Guangqu Lu, Chaoyang District (5205 1099) www.mako001. com 朝阳区广渠路36号院红点艺术工厂内(幸福贝贝南边)

MAO Livehouse The capital’s premier music venue. Daily 4pm-late. 111 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6402 5080) www.maolive.com 光芒, 东城区鼓楼东大街111号 Mao Mao Chong House vodka infusions, themed music nights and house-designed Tshirts are this bar’s trademarks. Daily 5.30pmlate (closed Tuesday). 12 Banchang Hutong (east oﬀ Nanluogu Xiang), Dongcheng District. (159 9264 6024) www.maomaochongstore.com 毛毛虫, 东城区板厂胡同12号（南锣鼓巷往东走）

M Bar This sleek, elegantly decorated lounge features a circular central bar and a selection of well-mixed cocktails. Daily 6pm-2am. 6/F, Soﬁtel Beijing, Bldg C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 6666 ext 6525) 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场C座索菲特酒店6层

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Park Side Bar & Grill Watch sport on the 55-inch screens in this polished, upscale gastropub. Hit the terrace in summer. Daily 10am-late. 9-6 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6444 6555, info@parksidebeijing.com) www.parksidebeijing.com 园景, 朝阳区将台西路9-6号 (珀丽酒店对面)

Paulaner Brauhaus One of Beijing’s best choices for authentic, if pricey, German food, the Paulaner brews its own beer. Daily 11am-1am. Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5732) http://paulanerbrauhaus.com/beijing/home 普拉那啤酒坊餐厅, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店

Pavillion Relaxed, high-end bar for the sports and late night crowds. Daily 10am-2am. Gongti Xilu (opposite west gate of Workers’ Stadium), Chaoyang District. (6507 2617) www.pavillionbeijing.com 万龙腾飞, 朝阳区工体西路（工人体育场西门对面）

Phil’s Pub High ceilings and ﬂowery sofas, German beers and cocktails. Chocolate’s just down the road. Daily 10am-2am. 1Y31, Bldg 2, Ritan Guoji (in the pedestrianized street directly opposite Ritan Park North Gate), 17 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8569 4651, philsbj@gmail.com) myphils.jimdo.com 大斐, 朝阳区日坛北路17号日坛国际2号楼1Y31（日坛公园北门对面的单行道）

Plush Filled with natural light and overlooking a modern zen garden. Daily 7am-1am. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6606 8866 ext 7825) 西城区

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Luga’s Villa Cheap drinks and Mexican food. Set lunches available Mon-Fri. Daily happy hour 11am-8pm. Voted “Outstanding Mexican” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-2am. 7 Sanlitun Beijie (behind 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (6416 2575) www.lugas-beijing.com

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Nanjie Two ﬂoors packed with exchange students. Low prices. Daily 5pm-5am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (opposite to Banana Leaf), Chaoyang District. (6413 0963) 南街, 朝阳区工体北路4号院蕉叶对面

Nashville Bar & Restaurant 20 percent country, 80 percent classic rock. Daily 11am3am. Haoyun Jie, 29 Zaoying Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0298) www.nashville.com.cn 乡谣, 朝阳区枣营路29号好运街

Nearby the Tree Sister venue of The Tree has a good selection of Belgian beers. Live music on Saturday nights. Daily 11am-midnight (restaurant closes at 10pm). Xingfu Sancun 3 Xiang (behind Yashow, west of Tongli), Chaoyang District. (6413 1522 / 87) http:// nearbythetree.com/ 树旁边酒吧, 朝阳区幸福三村三巷三里屯南33号院内(雅秀后边同里西边)

Ned’s Run by Aussies who love to drink. Daily 6pm-late. 84 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (nedsbeijing@hotmail.com) 东城区南锣鼓巷84号

No Name Bar Chillout lakeside lounge. Daily noon-2am. 3 Qianhai Dongyan (next to Kaorou Ji restaurant), Xicheng District. (6401 8541) 无名酒吧, 西城区前海东沿3号烤肉季隔壁 O’le Football Daily 9am-11pm. 5 Dongshimencun Lu, Baiziwan Qiao, Dongsihuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6776 0608) 朝阳区东四环中路百子湾桥东石门村路5号

The One Mid-sized eastside venue featuring quality sound system. Daily 11am-1am. 5 Good Loft, 19 Ganluyuan, Gaobeidian Beilu (inside 718 Gudi Media Culture Garden), Chaoyang District. (5914 8087) www.theonebeijing.com 朝阳区高碑店北路甘露园19号院5号楼(718谷地传媒文化园内)

Paddy O’Shea’s The best-poured Guinness in town, and an afternoon long happy hour, you can easily get trapped into what may be the ﬁrst genuine Irish pub to hit Beijing. Free quiz nights every Wed from 8pm, with well-sponsored prizes. Daily 10am-late. 28 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6415 6389) www.paddyosheas.com 朝阳区东直门外大街28号

Palette Comfortable bar in an area short on drinking spots. Draws a crowd for its Daily 10am-1am. 1/F, Holiday Inn Beijing Desheng-

Poachers Inn Consistently packed with young things ﬂirting and dancing on the tables. Not the place to discuss Kierkegaard. Daily 8pm-late. 43 Bei Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 2632 ext 8506) 友谊青年酒店, 朝阳区北三里屯路南43号

The Pomegranate All about carbo-loading with the draft beer and the sports channel here. Mon-Thu 10am-midnight, Fri 10am-2am, Sat-Sun 8am-2am. 19 Kaifa Lu, Xibaixinzhuang, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8046 2558) 石榴园, 顺义区后沙峪西白辛庄开发路19号

Portal Around-the-clock bar and internet hub. Daily 24hrs. 1/F, Langham Place, 1 Er Jing Lu, Beijing Capital International Airport (southwest of Terminal 3), Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) http://beijingairport.langhamplacehotels.com 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店(T3航站楼西南) Press Club Bar Nixon drank here, you know. Daily 5pm-1am. 1/F, St. Regis Hotel Beijing, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6460 6688 ext 2360) 记者吧, 东城区建国门外大街21号北京国际俱乐部饭店1层

Propaganda Expect a student-heavy atmosphere. Mon-Fri 8pm-4.30am, Sat-Sun 8pm5am. 100m north of the east gate of Huaqing Jiayuan, Wudaokou, Haidian District. (8286 3991) 海淀区五道口华清嘉园东门往北100米 Provincia Beijing’s ﬁrst bar and kitchen theater is quite the spectacle. Relax with oﬀerings from the extensive wine list and cocktail menu. Mon-Sat 5pm-1am. Beijing Marriott Hotel City Wall, 7 Jianguomen Nandajie, Chaoyang District. (5811 8888 ext 8233) 朝阳区建国门南大街7号北京万豪酒店

Punk A mixture of urban and neo-Gothic where big name DJs spin an eclectic mix. TueSat 8pm-3am. B1/F, The Opposite House, Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6410 5222, info@barpunk.com) www. barpunk.com 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village1号楼瑜舍地下1层

Pyro Pizza Classic thin-crust pizza served up with a good selection of aﬀordable draft beers. Daily 4pm-late. Happy hour daily 10pmmidnight, RMB 25 pitchers and RMB 15 mixed drinks, 6 tequila shooters for RMB 50. Daily 11am-3am. B1/F, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan, Wudaokou (5 min from Wudaokou subway station), Haidian District. (8286 6240) 海淀区五道口华清嘉园12号楼地下1层

Q Bar Quality tunes and top-notch cocktails.

DIRECTORY / NIGHTLIFE–STYLE Nice terrace. Daily 5pm-2am. Top ﬂoor of Eastern Inn Hotel, 6 Baijiazhuang Lu (the south end of Sanlitun Nanlu), Chaoyang District. (6595 9239) www.qbarbeijing.com 朝阳区百家庄6号（朝阳门医院北门东100米）三里屯南路逸羽连锁酒店顶楼

Raying Temple Daily 4pm-midnight. East End of Qunfang Zhongyi Jie (West Gate of Yucai Middle School), Liyuan Town, Tongzhou District (137 1698 0276) 小雷音俱乐部, 通州区梨园镇群芳中一街东首(育才学校西门)

Redmoon Redmoon at the Grand Hyatt includes a wine bar, sushi bar and cigar lounge, all sleekly designed to cater to the executive set. Daily 5pm-1am. 1/F, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Beijing Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6510 9366, 8518 1234 ext 6366) http://www.beijing.grand.hyatt. com/hyatt/hotels/entertainment/lounges/ index.jsp 东方亮, 东城区东长安街1号东方君悦酒店大厅

The Ritz-Carlton Bar Light live music and a lounge atmosphere. Daily 5pm-1am. The RitzCarlton Beijing, 83A Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District. (5908 8131) 丽思卡尔顿吧, 朝阳区朝阳区建国路93号华贸中心

ROOMbeijing See Dining Directory The Saddle Cantina Nice terrace. Voted “Best Mexican” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-late. West wing, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu (south of 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (5208 6005) www.beijingsaddle.com 朝阳区三里屯北路81号北京那里花园内西侧二层小楼

Salsa Caribe A raucous blend of sweat, sin and extremely tight pants. Daily 6pm-2am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (across from The Loft), Chaoyang District. (6507 7821) www. caribechina.com 卡利宾拉丁舞俱乐部, 朝阳区工体北路4号院（藏酷斜对面）

Salud Fine rums. Mon-Fri 3pm-late, Sat-Sun noon-late. 1) Opposite Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District.; 2) 66 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (6402 5086) 老伍, 1) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里对面; 2) 东城区南锣鼓巷66号

Scarlett A chic, intimate wine bar with a ﬁne selection of imported cheese and tapas. Daily 6pm-3am. Hotel G, 7A Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 2880) www.hotel-g.com 朝阳区工体西路甲7号北京极栈内

School Wudaoying Hutong bar started by a consortium of Beijing and Shanghai-based events promoters serves as a “refuge for alternative music fans seeking electro fun.” Daily 8pm-late. 53 Wudaoying Hutong, Chaoyang District. (6402 8881, schoolbegins@gmail. com) 朝阳区五道营胡同53号 Showboat Party on a real boat. Have a drink on the upstairs deck, dance downstairs in the cabin. 8 Liangmahe Nanlu (west of Sanlitun Beijie), Chaoyang District. (6467 6877) 朝阳区亮马河南路8号(三里屯北街西边)

Souk Lounge Darts, pool and hummus are the main attractions here. Daily 4pm-late. Chaoyang Park West Gate (in the alley behind Annie’s), Chaoyang District. (6506 7309) www. soukbeijing.com 苏克会馆, 朝阳区朝阳公园西门(安妮后面)

The Star Live The only real medium-sized live music venue in Beijing. Opening times vary. 3/F, Tango, 79 Heping Xijie (50m north of Yonghegong subway station), Dongcheng District. (6425 5677) www.thestarlive.com 星光现场, 东城区和平西街79号糖果三层（雍和宫桥路北50米）

The World of Suzie Wong Club Part 1930’s Shanghai opium den and part postmodern lounge. Daily 8.30pm-late. 1A Nongzhanguan Lu (west gate of Chaoyang Park), Chaoyang District. (6500 3377, clubsuziewong@163.com) www.suziewong.com.cn 苏西黄, 朝阳区农展馆路甲1号朝阳公园西门

Tango Karaoke, with a nightclub at Yonghegong. Daily 24hrs. 1) South Gate of Ditan Park (next to Jin Ding Xuan restaurant), Dongcheng District. (6428 2288); 2) Gongti Xilu (beneath Gongti 100 bowling alley), Chaoyang District. (6551 9988) www.tanguo.com 糖果, 1) 东城区地坛公园南门; 2) 朝阳区工体西路工体100保龄球馆下面

Tao Yao Bar Tibetan-themed bar oﬀers a pleasant hangout, except when Friday’s Yak-Tipping party brings all-you-can-drink chaos and riotous tunes from the amiable DJ. Daily 1pm-midnight. Beiguanfang Hutong (southwest of Houhai Nanyan, 300m west of

Yinding Bridge), Xicheng District. (8322 8585, h.youngcall@gmail.com) 桃之夭夭, 西城区后海南沿北官房胡同(后海南沿银锭桥西300米)

Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q Meat-eater friendly bar-restaurant with popular quiz night. 2 for 1 happy hour every Monday-Friday from 3-7pm. Daily 9am-midnight. 14 Dongdaqiao Lu (on the corner of Guanghua Lu), Chaoyang District. (6591 9161) www.timsbarbq.com Tim’s 熏烤房, 朝阳区东大桥路14号贵友大厦正北200米

Tiny Salt Coffee Club Large and open space with Hollywood blockbusters after 6pm. Relax and avoid the rush with Tsingtaos for RMB 8. Weekend live music. Tue-Sun 11.30am-late. Rm 2308, Bldg B, North Tower, Soho Shangdu, 8 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5900 0969) 朝阳区东大桥路8号Soho尚都北塔B座 3层2308

Tonic Lounge A modern, cozy bar oﬀering a selection of mixed drinks, wine by the glass and aperitifs. The bar is well designed with a stunning bar counter, a low ceiling and comfortable lounge seating. Daily 10am-12.30am. Lobby Level of Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Chaoyang District. (5865 5000 ext 5060) 汤尼酒廊, 朝阳区北京希尔顿酒店大堂

Touch A cutting-edge lounge with 88 kinds of vodka, and a wide selection of vodkainfused cocktails. Sun-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-3am. 2/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8112) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

Traders Upper East Hotel Hide from Beijing in the tree-ﬁlled beer garden. Dongsihuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5907 8888) 朝阳区东

What Bar There’s a lot going on here, given that they’ve only got about ﬁve square meters to work with. What Bar regularly hosts local bands, and is an excellent place to get acquainted with Beijing rock. Every seat is a front-row seat! Daily 4pm-late. 72 Beichang Jie (just north of the west gate of the Forbidden City), Xicheng District. (133 4112 2757) 什么酒吧, 西城区北长街72号(故宫西门往北)

Writers Bar Caviar and oysters complement the wide selection of cocktails and cigars. Daily noon-midnight. Raﬄes Beijing Hotel, Main Lobby, 33 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6526 3388 ext 4181) http://www. raﬄes.com/EN_RA/Property/RBJ/Restaurants_Bars/Writers_Bar.h... 作家酒吧, 东城区东长安街33号, 北京饭店莱佛士一层

Xiu A summer-friendly terrace plus much more in the luxuriant lounge. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-late, Sat-Sun 6pm-late. Park Hyatt (entrance across from the hotel lobby), 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5867 1108) 秀, 朝阳区朝阳区建国门外大街2号

Yan Club Wine and cocktails, cigars, live music and all-day dining. Daily 11.30am2.30am. 1/F, Kunlun Hotel, 2 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6590 3690) 朝阳区新源南路 2号昆仑饭店1层

Yin Bar Few of Beijing’s rooftop bars are distinguished by views worth scaling the stairs for, but from Yin’s patio you can see from the rooftops of the Forbidden City to Jingshan Park and Beihai’s White Dagoba. Daily 11am-1am. 33 Qihelou Jie (on the roof of the Emperor Hotel), Dongcheng District. (6523 6877) www.theemperor.com.cn 饮, 东城区骑

四环北路2号上东尚贸酒店

河楼街33号（皇家驿栈顶层）

The Tree This long-running Beijing pub (over eleven years and counting) specializes in Belgian beers and wood oven ﬁred pizzas. Voted “Best Pizza” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-2am. 43 Sanlitun Beijie (100m west of Sanlitun North Bar street, Youyi Youth Hostel, behind Poachers Inn), Chaoyang District. (6415 1954) 隐蔽的

Yugong Yishan This live music venue is a perfect spot for more discriminating drunken debauchery. Daily 7pm-late. 3-2 Zhangzizhong Lu (100m west of Zhangzizhong Lu subway station), Dongcheng District. (6404 2711, info@yugongyishan.com) www. yugongyishan.com 愚公移山, 东城区平安

树, 朝阳区三里屯北街以西100米Poachers后面三里屯医院旁

Tryst Cozy cocktail cubby hole. Daily 5pm2am (call ahead for later opening). Next to Alameda, Nali Mall, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6417 3092) 朝阳区三里屯北路那里商城内

Tun A large, cavernous space with a sofaequipped mezzanine and two big screens for watching sports. Daily 6pm-late. Courtyard 4 (20m south of Salsa Caribe), Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6585 5866, tunbar@gmail. com) 屯, 朝阳区工体北路4号院 Twilight Cocktails made with style, and hard-to-ﬁnd whiskeys. Pizza, pasta and other snacks available. Mon-Sat 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-2am. (Behind Starbucks) 3/F, 0102, Bldg 5, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5900 5376) 暮光, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho5号0102单元3层

Union Bar & Grille Sit around the bar and watch sport on the multiple ﬂat-screen TVs. Get the cheapest pint of Guinness in town during the 4-8pm daily happy hour. Mon-Fri 11am-11pm,Sat-Sun 11am-midnight. S6-31, 3/F, Bldg 6, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 9117) 优年美式餐厅, 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区6号楼3层S6-31

VA Cafe & Bar This small cafe-bar is well equipped for weekly ﬂamenco and jazz performances. Daily 2pm-late. 13 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District. (5844 3638) 东城区五道营胡同13号

Vics Like Mix, albeit with a slightly more expat crowd. Daily 8.30pm-late. Inside the north gate of the Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (5293 0333) vics.com.cn 威克斯, 朝阳区工体北门内

Wain Wain A Japanese karaoke bar set up perfectly with private rooms for a great party. They also serve food (similar to Cash Box). Daily 11am-2.30am. Rm 3512, Bldg A, Soho New Town, 88 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8589 4383) 朝阳区建国路88号Soho现代城A座 3512室

Water Bar & Restaurant There’s more than H₂O available at this newly opened Chaoyang Park bar. Daily 10am-2am. 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District (5905 6008/9) 朝阳区朝阳公园西路6号

大道张自忠路3-2号(地铁五号线张自忠路站往西100米)

with an international reputation. Daily 10am9.30pm. Store 224, 2/F, Park Hyatt, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8517 1153) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银泰中心224店

ANTIQUES & REPRODUCTIONS C.L. Ma Furniture Sells antique and reproduced trunks, tables, chairs, shelves, screens etc. to an enthusiastically loyal customer base from here to Hong Kong. Daily 10am-7.30pm. Rm 116, Bldg 4, Park Avenue, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6466 7040/6530 6475) www.xn--fjqv0l023e.com 可乐马家俱北京分公司, 朝阳区朝阳公园南路6号公园大道4号楼116室

Tanghouse Gallery Produces custom-made furniture manufactured in Beijing. Their designs bridge contemporary and classic styles, characterized by clean lines and quality raw materials, including hardwoods, skins and stones. Online sales only. Daily 9.30am-6pm. Rm 1132, 11/F, Tower A, Gateway Square, Sanyuanqiao, Chaoyang District. (6764 2214, 139 1007 3689) www.tanghouse.cn 逸唐居, 朝阳区三元桥佳程广场A座1132室

BEAUTY PARLORS, SPAS & MASSAGE 99 Massage and Spa Center Clean, comfortable and relaxing massage. Free food, drinks and fruit. Aromatic oil massage (RMB 200-380), body/foot massage (RMB 150/100). Single and double rooms. Daily 11am-midnight. Rm 703, E-Tower C12, Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6501 0799) 99按摩中心, 朝阳区光华路丙12号数码01大厦703室(嘉里中心与国贸之间）

Anantara Spa Massages start from RMB 480 (60min) and facials are available from RMB 520. Daily 10am-10pm (ﬂexible opening hours on request). The Commune, Shuiguan Great Wall, Badaling Gaosulu, Yanqing County. (8118 1888 ext 5100/01, anantaraspa@commune. com.cn) 延庆县八达岭高速路水关长城出口长城脚下的公社凯宾斯基饭店

Zeta Bar Boasts style, chrome cages that house the extensive wine collection hang from the high ceiling. Mon-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sun 6pm-3am, Sun close. 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5865 5050) 颐达吧, 朝阳区东三环北路东方路1号希尔顿饭店2层

STYLE ACCESSORIES & JEWELRY DimSum of all things Asian (D-SATA) Korean-Canadian designer Currie Lee’s store showcases bags and jewelry of sophisticated design, all made from 100% natural and recycled material that she collected on her travels throughout Asia. Daily 1-9pm or by appointment. Unit A116, 1/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8559 1587) 亚点亚心, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园A116室

Shanghai Trio Simple structured bags, clutches, and home decor accessories inﬂuenced by traditional Chinese craftwork and featuring oﬀbeat details and unique materials. NLG-38, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (159 1050 7603) 上海组合, 朝阳区三里屯北街11号Village北区NLG-38

UCCA Store Features a "China Design" line of limited edition original design products, merchandise and art books. Tue-Sun 10am7pm. Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8459 9715, edition@ucca. org.cn) 尤伦斯艺术商店, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区

Long Sky A bespoke jewelry service with "nobility" as their style philosophy. Daily 10am-10pm. Room 805/806, Bldg B, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5820 7221) 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场B座805/806 Qeelin The only Chinese luxury jewelry brand

Angel Hands Enjoy vigorous deep-tissue massage, soothing and gentle massage, or a combination of both. Daily 24 hours. Rm 1801, Bldg 2, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8631 0801) 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho2号楼1801室

Aqua Salus Urban Retreat Sanlitun A high-end day spa brand of SPA de Feng Group, it oﬀers a variety of treatments such as massages, facials, body care, waxing, hair style, hair spa, etc. Outcall available. Taiyue Height 106, 16 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6501-2881) 良泉都市怡疗三里屯会馆, 朝阳区朝阳区南三里屯16号泰悦豪庭底商106

Beijing Salon Vajra Catering to clients who demand very personal service, this experienced team of British and Hong Kong stylists and colorists oﬀers professional hairdressing services, and luxury hand and foot spa treatments. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. S106, Glory World Apartments, 18 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6551 6461/2/3) www.vajra.com.hk 画间沙龙, 朝阳区工体西路18号光彩国际公寓S106

Bodhi Sense Like the original branch of Bodhi on Gongti, Bodhi Sense draws inspira-

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DIRECTORY / STYLE Chaoyang District. (135 0137 2971); 2) Stall 123, Kerry Centre Shopping Mall, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (139 1179 8376); 3) Lido Hotel, 112 Jichang Lu, Chaoyang District. (135 0107 5843) 爱丽克美容美发, 1) 朝阳区三里屯后街43号; 2) 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心商场 123; 3) 朝阳区机场路112号丽都饭店

tion from both Thai and Chinese culture, but boasts an added touch of luxury. Daily 11am-12.30am. 2/F, Somerset Grand Fortune Garden, 46 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8440 1495) 朝阳区亮马桥路46号盛捷副景苑公寓2层

Bodhi Therapeutic Retreat Offers a variety of professional treatments – Thai style massage (RMB 288/90 min), facials (from RMB 320), foot massages (RMB 158/85 min), and pedicures (RMB 68 at the Gongti branch only) courtesy of Anglefish Boutique – as well as complimentary food and snacks cooked up by their Thai chef. For extra luxury, try the specialty packages (from RMB 450/1.5 hours) at the swish sister spa Bodhi Sense on Liangmaqiao Lu. Daily 11am-12.30am. 17 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6417 9595) www.bodhi. com.cn 菩提会所, 朝阳区工体北路17号 Catherine de France Hair and Beauty Salon International and local stylists, colorists and beauticians offer an holistic hair and beauty experience. The salon mixes French chic with modern simplicity to create a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere offering a wide range of hair services and beauty treatments, including manicures and pedicures, waxing and tanning. Referral and VIP programs available. Daily 10am-8pm. 1) 2/F, Riviera Plaza, 5 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8470 4639, 150 1081 6856, riviera@cdefrance.com); 2) Nali Mall, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6417 3029, riviera@cdefrance.com) C美发沙龙, 1) 朝阳区来广营东路5号香江广场2层; 2) 朝阳区三里屯北路那里商城内

db tanning Good news for aspiring WAGs and tanorexics, with the arrival of this tanning salon, in the land where pale skin is revered. Daily, 11am-9pm. Rm 307, Bldg 4, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu,, Chaoyang District. (5900 0427) db 日晒沙龙, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho4号楼307商铺

Dragonﬂy Therapeutic Retreat Dragonﬂy’s boutique operation avoids rowdy groups and leaves ample room for relaxation and solace – something that its large-scale competitors cannot guarantee. Chinese, shiatsu and foot massages start at RMB 150 per hour and an exhaustive menu of spa packages, such as Ultimate Indulgence featuring an hour each of full-body and foot massage, start at RMB 290. Facials also available. Daily 10am-1am. 1) 1/F, Grand Summit Plaza, 19 Dongfang Donglu (100m north of Lufthansa Center), Chaoyang District. (8532 3122); 2) 60 Donghuamen Ave (near The Peninsula Hotel and Oriental Plaza), Dongcheng District. (6527 9368); 3) B1/F, Eastern Hotel, Nansanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6593 6066) 悠庭保健会所, 1) 朝阳区

essensuals Sister company to TONI&GUY, Essensuals oﬀers pretty much the same quality services, from hair and skin to nails and makeup. 1) Daily 10am-10pm. Rm. 105106, Tower F, Sunshine 100, 2 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District (6585 9288, fax 6585 9388); 2) Daily 10am-9pm. Unit 303, 3/F, IFC Mall, 1-3 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District (8444 2388, fax 8444 2488); 3) Daily 9am-10pm. Unit 15/16, 4/F, Chaoyang Joy City, Chaoyang Beilu,Chaoyang District (8551 5800); 4) DAily 10am-9pm. Unit 228, B1, Tower B, Sanlitun Soho, 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (5935 9717) 彩秀, 1) 朝阳区光华路2号阳光100国际公

国路87号新光天地二层D2001-1店铺

Frost Day Spa and Wellness Center Besides oﬀering a wide range of nail treatments, Frost Day Spa and Wellness Center recently added many other services, including facials, tanning, weight loss program, herbal face and breast lifts, etc. Daily 11.30-midnight. 2/F, Jiezuo Dasha, above O Sole Mio, Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6417 9148) 朝阳区幸福村中路杰座大厦2层

Hair Passion With timeless black-white color classics and extravagant lighting background, Hair Passion is graceful but non-demonstrative, fashionable but folksy. For more than ten years, they have been always devoting their endeavors into hairdressing career with exploration and innovation for creating a brand-new hairstyle and art for oﬃce ladies and gentlemen. Daily 10am-9.30pm. Room 107, Building 4, China Central Apartment, 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5203 7887) 朝阳区朝阳区建国路89号华贸公寓4号楼107室

Healing Touch Massage Center Experience Chinese massage, Thai massage, aroma oil massage and other services. Reservations

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The Meridian Chinese Massage Treatment Centre Health and spa services supported by top Chinese medical research institutions. After a consultation by medical physicians, your treatments include Chinese tuina and physiotherapy, cupping and scraping, herbal medicine bath, medical moxibustion. The luxurious private environment oﬀers a physical and mental retreat. Daily 10am-11pm, 9-10-A, Si’de Park, Fangyuan Xilu, Dongsihuan, Chaoyang District. (8456 7010) www.mingjingtang.com 朝阳区东四环芳园西路四得公园9-10-A

Herborist Spa Oﬀers the time-honored traditional Chinese health and beauty care system. Daily 10am-10pm. S9-30, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6416 5179, 6416 5962, 400 888 2155) www.herborist-spa.com 朝阳区三里屯Village

Nan Nan Nail & Hair Salon Hairdressers from Hong Kong and OPI products for your nails. Daily 10am-10pm. 4A/5A, Hairun International Apartment, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5135 7977, 139 1091 7477) 楠楠, 朝阳

南区9号楼 S9-30

Oriental Taipan Massage and Spa Relax in style among rose-scented water features, soft music and helpful, friendly staﬀ. Private rooms are available; bring your favorite tunes or DVDs and feel those serotonin levels rise. RMB 168 buys you 90 minutes of fabulous foot massage, with healthy fruit juices and snacks included. 1) Daily 11am-12.30am. 2/F, Block 9, Lido Place, 2A Fangyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6437 6299); 2) Daily 11am12.30am. B1/F, 1 Xindong Lu (next to Shenji Best Soup), Chaoyang District. (8532 2177); 3) Daily 11am-3am. Sunjoy Mansion, 6 Ritan Lu, Chaoyang District. (6502 5722); 4) Daily 10am-12.30am. B/1-3F, Shuncheng Hotel, 26A Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6621 8622); 5) Daily 10am-12.30am. Bldg 25, Central Park Phase 3, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6597 0015); 6) Daily 11am-1am. Rm 101, Bldg B, Winterless Center, 1 Xidawang Lu, Chaoyang District. (6538 8086) www.taipan. com.cn 东方大班保健休闲会所, 1) 朝阳区芳

I Spa English-speaking staff offers aromatherapy massage, Thai massage, scrubs, wraps, facials, floral bath, steaming, TCM and foot reflexology. All the rooms are private suites. The second destination spa with hot spring facilities offers customers a chance to escape the city. Special packages for couples are also available. For promotions call ahead or log on to the website. 1) 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel Beijing, 83 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8380); 2) 6/F, Hilton Beijing Capital Airport,Terminal 3, Beijing Capital International Airport, Daxing District. (6450 4777); 3) 10am-midnight. B1/F, Traders Upper East Hotel, Upper East Side, Dongsihuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5907 8877); 4) 1/F, Gehua New Century Hotel, 19 Gulouwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6202 8888 ext 6666); 5) Daily 11am-11pm. Napa Valley, 68 Shashun Lu, Xiaotangshan, Changping District. (6178 7795, 61787711); 6) Daily noon-11pm. 5/F, Tower 2, Taiyue Suites, Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6507 1517, 8595 2277 ext 5666) www. ispa.cn 泰美好, 1) 朝阳区华贸中心建国路83号北京JW万豪酒店2层; 2) 大兴区北京首都机场 3号航站楼北京机场希尔顿酒店6层; 3) 朝阳区东四环北路阳光上东上东盛贸饭店地下1层; 4) 朝阳区鼓楼外大街19号歌华开元大酒店1层 (原华北大酒店); 5) 昌平区小汤山沙顺路68号纳帕溪谷会所(九华山庄对面); 6) 朝阳区三里屯南路泰悦豪庭2座5层

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Long Island Massage & Spa This large establishment oﬀers Chinese and Thai-style massage and reﬂexology, as well as facials and other beauty treatments. 1) Daily 11am-2am. 14A Guanghua Lu (5/F, Nuo’an Bldg, southwest of the Kerry Centre), Chaoyang District. (5130 9718, 6591 6247); 2) Daily 11am-1am. B1/F, Jiahui Center, 6 Jiqingli, Dongcheng District. (6551 6112/13) www.longislandspa. com.cn 长岛健身, 1) 朝阳区光华路甲14号（嘉

美甲中心, 1) 顺义区后沙峪榆阳路7号裕京花园俱乐部; 2) 朝阳区南三里屯路泰悦豪庭1层; 3) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里1层102

Focus Hair&Beauty Salon Since 1998, Focus Hair & Beauty Salon has soothed weary international business travelers and local expatriates. Using quality German haircare products and French skincare products, the English-speaking hairstylists and beauticians oﬀer haircuts, perm/color, facial and nail treatments as well as foot massage. Daily 10am10pm. 1/F, Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 4856) 嘉美娜美容美发中心, 朝

Franck Provost World-famous hair salon with highly trained stylists and colorists. Hair cuts/treatments from RMB 220; perm/color from RMB 380 RMB. Daily 10am-10pm. Shop D2001-1, 2/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 7696/7669) 朝阳区建

朝阳区建国路93号万达广场C座索菲特酒店5层

Lovely Nails Stylish joint with professional uniformed staﬀ oﬀering manicures (RMB 90), pedicures (RMB 130) and other services. The Taiyue Heights location is slightly cheaper, with manicures for RMB 70 and pedicures for RMB 100. Call for reservations. 1) River Garden Clubhouse, 7 Yuyang Road, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (6458 0603/4); 2) Taiyue Suites, Nansanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6502 5989); 3) 102 Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6417 5812/3) 北京爱手爱脚

贸中心4号楼1707

阳区朝阳区亮马桥路50号燕莎中心凯宾斯基饭店一层

cultures. There’s also a ﬁtness center, sauna and heated swimming pool. Daily 11am-11pm. 5/F, Soﬁtel Beijing, Bldg C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 6666)

里中心西南侧诺安大厦5层）; 2) 东城区吉庆里 6号佳汇中心地下1层

Flora Spa The emphasis here is on friendly, personalized service, rather than luxury furnishings and glamor. Daily 10am-9pm. Suite 7, 17/F, Bldg 4, China Central Place, 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 5475) www.ﬂoraspa.cn 弗洛拉, 朝阳区建国路89号华

Domingo Hair Salon Japanese hair stylists in a relaxing salon on Nanluogu Xiang. All of the hair products in the salon are imported from Japan. Tue-Sun 10am-9pm. Inside Jingyang Hutong, 89 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (8402 6578) 东城区南锣鼓

楼808室; 2) 朝阳区关东店南街2号(嘉里中心和中国大饭店附近)旺座中心东塔1511室

寓F座1层105-106; 2) 朝阳区新源南路1-3号都汇天地商场3层303号; 3) 朝阳区朝阳北路101号朝阳大悦城4层15/16号; 4)朝阳区工人体育场北路8号院三里屯Soho B座B1-228室

朝阳区燕莎桥东方东路19号外交会所1层（燕莎中心路北100米）; 2) 东城区东城区东华门大街 60号(近王府饭店和东方广场); 3) 朝阳区朝阳区三里屯南路逸羽酒店1层

Eric Paris Salon Well-trained international stylists and colorists provide hair styling and a wide-range of beauty products. Also oﬀer beauty, nails, waxing and tanning services. Daily 10am-8pm. 1) 43 Sanlitun Houjie,

required. 1) Room 808, Bldg 3, Jianwai Soho, Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 7706); 2) Rm 1511, East Tower, Van Palace Residences, 2 Guandongdian Nanjie (near China World, 50m from Kerry Centre), Chaoyang District. (5131 6428, 5131 6433, 135 2191 4149) 1) 朝阳区东三环中路建外Soho,3号

I-Spa Rooms each focus on a diﬀerent treatment, including facial, tanning, foot reﬂexology, body massage and Vichy shower – but the main attraction is the InterContinental Massage (RMB 980/1 hr 45 minutes). Daily 10.30am-midnight (last appointment 11pm). 6/F, InterContinental Financial Street Beijing, 11 Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (5852 5888 ext 5601) 西城区金融街11号金融街洲际酒店6层 Kocoon Daily 11am-9.30pm (last appointment). Rm C301,3/F, North Bldg, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beijie (west side), Chaoyang District. (5208 6068) www.kocoonspalounge.com 朝阳区三里屯北街西侧81号那里花园北楼3层C301室世贸国际公寓地下1层

LeSpa Luxurious spa combining the ﬁnest in pampering from Western and Eastern

区将台路2号海润国际公寓4A/5A

园西路甲2号丽都广场9号公寓2层; 2) 朝阳区新东路1号沈记靓汤旁; 3) 朝阳区日坛路6号新族大厦院内; 4) 西城区西城区金融街甲26号顺成饭店地下一层; 5) 朝阳区朝外大街6号新城国际公寓三期25号楼; 6) 朝阳区西大望路1号温特莱中心B座101

Peninsula Spa by ESPA Oﬀers a luxurious, sophisticated and timeless spa retreat with an Asian Tea Lounge, heat experiences, 12 treatment rooms and private locker facilities. 3/F, The Peninsula, 8 Jinyuhutong, Wangfujing, Dongcheng District. (8516 2888 ext 6090) 东城区东城区王府井金鱼胡同8号2王府半岛酒店三层

Quan Spa at Marriott Beijing City Wall Marriott’s Quan Spa reclaims the original meaning of the word “spa” by oﬀering a range of therapies where guests can “take the waters.” Daily 3pm-midnight. 7 Jianguomen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (5811 8187) 东城区建国门南大街7号

Roots Beauty Salon A full-service beauty salon oﬀering sugaring, a form of hair removal that’s safe and less painful than waxing. TueSat 10am-7pm. B1/F, Bldg 1, Parkview Tower (west gate of Chaoyang Park), Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District (6538 1626, 137 0125 3148) 碧俏丽形象设计中心, 朝阳区朝阳公园西门景园大厦1栋B-1

DIRECTORY / STYLE Salon 88 An international chain of hair salons oﬀering consistent quality at economical prices. Cuts RMB 38 and color package RMB 188. Daily 9am-10pm. 1) 6712 6081. 118 Carrefour Fu Gui Yuan, Block 3, South DongHuaShi, Chongwen District.; 2) 394 Zhongtancun, East Xiaokou Town, Changping District. (139 1135 2069); 3) PJWJ 103, Huacai Center, 16 Guangshun Dajie, Chaoyang District. (136 0115 0326); 4) Daily 9am-10pm. 1/F, Chuangyijia Carrefour, 6B Beisanhuan Donglu, Chaoyang District. (139 1055 3427); 5) Daily 9am-10pm. Store 310, Tongzhou Carrefour, 48 Jiukeshu Xilu, Tongzhou District. (137 0117 9323); 6) Daily 9am-10pm. 109, Shuangjing Carrefour, Jiulong Shangsha, 31 Guangqu Lu, Chaoyang District. (139 1016 9259); 7) Daily 9am-10pm. 107-108, Maliandao Carrefour, 11 Maliandao Lu, Xuanwu District. (135 0101 1627); 8) Daily 9am-10pm. B1/F, 15-16, Zhongguancun Carrefour, Zhongguancun Xiqu, Haidian District. (136 0139 2562) 1) 崇文区东花市南里三区底商裙房富贵苑家乐福118号; 2) 昌平区东小口镇中滩村394号家乐福购物中心No.212; 3) 朝阳区广顺大街16号华彩中心PJWJ 103; 4) 朝阳区北三环东路乙6号创益佳家乐福一层; 5) 通州区九棵树西路48号通州家乐福310号; 6) 朝阳区广渠路 31号九龙商厦双井家乐福109号; 7) 宣武区马连道路11号马连道家乐福107-108; 8) 海淀区中关村西区中关村家乐福地下一层15&16号

The Spa at Hilton Beijing Wangfujing Of the nine treatment suites at The Spa at Hilton Beijing, the most indulgent is a Vichy shower room, where guests can lie on a bed and let the full-body cascade of water pulse away all their fatigues and pains, with a rebalancing organic body wrap to ﬁnish it oﬀ. Daily 10am-11pm. 6/F, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing East Street, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888 ext 8560) 东城区王府井东大街8号北京王府井希尔顿6层

Taidian Massage Salon This Japanese brand brings 25 years of expertise to town with this massage spa in Jianwai Soho. Tai Dian’s business lines in Japan encompass beauty products, flowers and restaurants, so it’s no surprise to find Tai Dian products on sale at the Beijing salon – what we hadn’t anticipated was the complimentary salad, pasta, dessert and drink offered up with our massage. The therapists are very young, but highly trained and technically versatile. Daily 10am-2am. Rm 305, Bldg 6, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 8200, 5869 0707) 泰殿养生会馆, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho6号楼305室

Toni & Guy British international hair salon chain oﬀers haircuts for women for RMB 150 to 1,200. 1) Daily 10am-10pm. 3 Units, 3/F, Tower 8, South Area, Sanlitun Village, Chaoyang District. (6417 4188); 2) Daily 10am-9pm. 1/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6461 8368); 3) Unit 303, Tower C Oﬃce Bldg, Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8517 1292); 4) Daily 10am-9pm. 4/F Seasons Place Shopping Centre, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Xicheng District. (6622 0316); 5) Daily 10am-9pm. Rm105-106, Block F, Sunshine 100, 2 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6585 9288); 6) Daily 10am-9pm. 1/F, Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8518 2646); 7) Daily 10am-10pm. Units F4-04 & 05, ECMall, 1A Danling Jie, Haidian District (8248 3435, fax 8248 3301) 托尼英盖, 1) 朝阳区三里屯Village南区8号楼3层3单元; 2) 朝阳区朝阳区东三环北路东方路1号希尔顿酒店大堂1层; 3) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银泰中心写字楼C座 3层303商铺; 4) 西城区金城纺街2号金融街购物中心四层L404; 5) 朝阳区光华路2号阳光100国际公寓F座105-106号; 6) 东城区东长安街1号东方广场汇贤豪庭1层; 7) 海淀区丹棱街甲1号欧美汇购物中心4层04-05

Viv International Medical Beauty Clinic Oﬀers cosmetic surgery, professional skin care, dentistry and Chinese health and beauty treatments. Tue-Sun 9.30am-6.30pm. 2/F, Bldg D, Global Trade Mansion, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 2348, fax 6586 9965) www.vivbeauty.com 名会红国际医疗美容诊所, 朝阳区光华路9号世贸国际公寓D座2层

Yadia Hair Salon Daily 10am-9pm. Rm 2128, 1/F, Soho Shangdu, 8 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5900 5020) 朝阳区东大桥路 8号尚都2128号

Zen Spa This unique spa experience is set in a Chinese courtyard home. Treatments include body scrubs, wraps, facials, ﬂoral baths and massage; double rooms are available. Daily 11am-11pm. 1, 8A Xiaowuji Lu, Chaoyang

District. (8731 2530, info@zenspa.com.cn) www.zenspa.com.cn 朝阳区小武基路甲8号1号院（东四环南路15号出口）

CLOTHING American Apparel Savor the irony of buying clothes made in the USA in China. 1) Daily 10am-9.30pm. B1/F, China World Shopping Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 5540); 2) Daily 11am-10pm. Room C101, First Floor, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (5208 6022) 1) 朝阳区建国门外大街国贸商城地下1层; 2) 朝阳区三里屯北街81号那里花园1层C101

Bershka Spanish streetwear label Bershka oﬀers a wide collection of playful tailored T-shirts, funky party dresses and sparkly bling. Daily 10am-10pm. B1/F, Solana Mall, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6923) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾地下1层

Bread n Butter Paris-based chain brand Bread n Butter specializes in classic girly items, with frilly dresses and skirts, silk pants and even bowtie shoes. Daily 10am-10pm. Unit 13-15, Bldg 6, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区工体北路三里屯The Village南区6号楼13-15号

candy & caviar Asian-American designer Candy Lin describes her line as “simplicity with a bit of madness.” She merges classic structures with bold details, producing designs that are both versatile and unique. Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm, or call for appointment. Rm 921, Bldg 16, China Central Place, 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5203 6581) 朝阳区建国路 89号华贸商务楼16号楼921号

Dong Liang Studio Appropriately located in the hip Wudaoying Hutong, Dong Liang Studio features chic clothing made only by Chinese designers, including Vega Zaishi Wang, Liu2 and (Na)too. Daily 11am-9pm. 26 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District. (8404 7648) 东城区五道营胡同26号 Eldi Eldi is poised to be a trendsetter in the Beijing shopping scene. Its designer Dana Li steers clear of cheap fabrics and over-embellishment, opting instead for classic structures with updated detailing. Daily 11am-7pm. B1/F, NLG-21, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 1762) 朝阳区三里屯路 11号三里屯Village北区地下一层NLG-21单元

Elisabeth Koch Millinery This Beijingbased designer oﬀers custom-made hats for all occasions. Pieces from the vintage collection are available for hire. By appointment only. Rm 3607, Bldg 13, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (139 1043 1832) www.elisabethkoch.net 朝阳区朝外大街6号新城国际13座3607室

H&M A Swedish retailer well-known for its stylish, moderately priced clothing that appeals to young urban hipsters. Daily 10am10pm. 1) Xidan Joy City, 131 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6706 0508); 2) Glory Mall, 18 Chongwenmen Dajie, Chongwen District. (6715 6676); 3) Raﬄes City, 1 Dongzhimen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (8409 4199); 4) Oumeihui Shopping Mall, A1 Danling Jie, Haidian District. (8248 8976); 5) Qianmen Avenue Store, Building A16, Qianmen Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6706 0508) 1) 西城区西单北大街131号西单大悦城; 2) 崇文区崇文门大街18号国瑞城; 3) 东城区东直门南大街1号来福士广场 ; 4) 海淀区丹棱街甲1号欧美汇购物中心

Kim’s Closet Fans of Korean fashion can get their ﬁx here, where all the clothes are imported from Korea, including boyish thermals, ﬂoral dresses and denim blazers. Daily 10am-10pm. Rm 0910, Bldg 9, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 5787) 小金衣橱, 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路 39号建外Soho9号楼0910

Lane Crawford While Beijing already has access to a variety of designer goods, the exclusive selection of this unique, luxury brand department store sets it apart from the pack. Daily 10am-9pm. L130, Seasons Place, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6622 0808) 西城区金融街金城坊街 2号金融街购物中心L130

Lazy Sunday One-of-a-kind items are the specialty here, from vintage black frame glasses and handmade wooden frames to gift boxes printed with funky graphics. Daily 11.30am-9pm. Unit 108, 1/F, 2B Sanlitun Soho, Chaoyang District. (5935 9673) 朝阳区Sanlitun Soho2号商场B座1层108号

OCT 1: PUPPETMASTAZ

I guess he’s a rhyme-noceros. Levi’s It’s all about a tiny red label that wrote jeans history. This all-American brand brings denim in every form to both men and women. Daily 9.30am-9.30pm. Rm 0118, Villa 9, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 1948) 东三环中路39号建外 Soho9号别墅0118室

Mango This Iberian fashion house sells sexy clothes and must-have accessories, including pants (RMB 300 plus), leather belts (RMB 300 plus), leather coats (RMB 900 and up). 1) Daily 10am-9pm. EB 104, B1/F, China World Shopping Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 1608); 2) Daily 9am-10.30pm. BB53, B1/F Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8518 6918) 芒果, 1) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸商城地下1层EB104; 2) 东城区东长安街东方新天地地下1层BB53

Mega Mega Vintage Known as one of the best vintage stores in the city, with a wellvaried selection of plaid shirts, retro dresses, distressed denim and leather bags and shoes that just can’t be beat. 241 Guloudong Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8404 5637) 东城区鼓楼东大街241号

Moon Style Oﬀers a wide selection of deals on designer items, most of which come in small quantities. Sizes are mostly on the medium and petite side. Daily 11am-9pm. Store 002, Nali Mall, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6417 7337) 三里屯北路那里市场精品廊002号

NC.Style Sells imported brands like A.P.C, Paul & Joe, Zara, Burberry Blue, Prada, Custo, Miu Miu, Marc Jacobs etc. Daily 10am-6.30pm. E109, Bldg 8, 46 Fangjia Hutong (just south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District. (8404 8268/6908) www.fashion555.com 东城区方家胡同46号艺术园区 (国子监南临)

New Project Center Just like its thriving predecessor in Shanghai, NPC Beijing is wellstocked with street wear – including oversized graphic tees, baggy jeans, varsity jackets and special edition sneakers. Daily noon-10pm. 1/ F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (138 1016 4347) www.newprojectcenter. com 朝阳区三里屯北81号那里花园1层 NLGX A Beijing-based independent apparel brand and design community. Sun-Thu 9.30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-midnight. 33 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (6404 8088) www.nlgx.org 东城区南锣鼓巷33号 Non Season Owner Ellde Zhang creates elegant daywear for both men and women. Daily 11am-8.30pm. Shop 517, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8668 9255) 朝阳区三里屯路81号Nali Patio商店517号

Plastered T-shirts Plastered takes the diversity and beauty of everyday Beijing life, and turns it into funky, fun and ironic T-shirts and accessories. Daily 10am-10pm. 1) Unit D54, Main Second Street, Dashanzi Art District, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (134 8884 8855); 2) 9 Yandai Xiejie, Xicheng District. (134 8884 8855); 3) 61 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (134 8884 8855) www. plastered.com.cn 1) 朝阳区酒仙桥路2号大山子艺术区中二街D54; 2) 西城区烟袋斜街9号; 3) 东城区南锣鼓巷61号

Sforzando Make a statement with the original and exclusive pieces of this edgy fashion boutique-cum-studio Sforzando, run by young up-and-coming designer Vega Zaishi Wang. Daily 10am-7pm. Unit 662, B/1F, Bldg 6, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5900 2279) 朝阳区三环中路

建外Soho6号楼B/1层662店

Stradivarius Zara’s smaller sister brand Stradivarius is breaking into the Beijing scene with its first store in U-Town Lifestyle Center. It offers Zara’s same edgy styles, but with quality and prices more on par with Bershka’s. 101, Bldg 1, U-Town Shopping Center, Chaoyangmen Wai Dajie, 2 Sanfeng Beili, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三丰北里2号楼 1楼101单元 Surfin’ Bird Once you’re buzzed in to this apartment-boutique, you’ll find an impressive selection of edgy and playful designs - some by well-known brands such as Daydream Nation and Peter Jensen, though most are lesser-known designer labels from the UK. Daily 12.30am-8pm. Store 20, Bldg 16, Central Park, Guangdongdian Nanjie, Chaoyang District. (151 1693 2575) 朝阳区关东店南街新城国际16号楼20商铺

The Thing Shanghai-based funky apparel store. 1) Daily 9am-10pm. LG, Sanlitun Village, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District.; 2) Daily 10am-10pm. 4/F, Joy City, 131A Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (5971 6088) 1) 朝阳区工体北路三里屯Village; 2) 西城区西单北大街131号甲大悦城4层

Uniqlo Throw some color into your wardrobe with Uniqlo – their puﬀy jackets, cardigans and jeans will help you stand out in style. This Japanese brand has ten stores in Beijing. Bldg 10, South District, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6413 1320) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区10号楼

Zara This popular Spanish chain store is stocked with the latest chic apparel, shoes and accessories for both men and women (including a smaller section for children), with most items within the RMB 199-699 range. 1) Unit 63-65, Viva Plaza, Fulicheng, Zhong Dongsanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区东三环双井富力城63-65号

HOME DECOR Dara Featuring Asian and European designs, this trendy expat favorite sells furniture, antique accessories, dishware, cushions, lamps, lush fabrics, mirrors, pottery and more. Daily 10am-6pm. Zone D, 798 Xijie, 798 Art District, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5978 9701) www.dara.com.cn 朝阳区酒仙桥2号798艺术新区798西街D区

Home Depot Products range from kitchen, bath, ﬂooring, soft décor, plumbing, electrical and millwork as well as professional design and installation services. 1) 2, Chengshousi Lu, Fengtai District. (8761 0606); 2) 78 Middle West Fourth Ring Road, Fengtai District. (6822 0606) 1) 丰台区成寿寺路2号; 2) 丰台区西四环中路78号

Ikea Daily 10am-10pm. 1 Taiyang Gonglu, Dongbahe (northwest corner of Siyuan Qiao), Chaoyang District. (800 810 5679) www.ikea. com.cn 宜家家居, 朝阳区东坝河太阳宫路1号（四元桥西北角）

Ilinoi Home 1) 1/F, Aijia Shijie Furniture Exhibition Center, Dongsanhuan, Chaoyang District. (6431 7153); 2) 10 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8771 2597); 3) 10 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8771 2597); 4) 63-1 Xisihuan Beilu, Haidian District. (8846 5238); 5) 9 Dongsihuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6730 5375/6 /7); 6) 1 Zhigang Lu, Jinzhanxiang, Chaoyang District. (8433 4969/4189) 伊力诺依, 1) 朝阳区北京爱家汇展精品馆, 东三环爱家世界家居汇展中心 1层; 2) 朝阳区北京东三环Soho馆, 东三环中路

OCTOBER 2010

DIRECTORY / STYLE–A&C 10号; 3) 朝阳区北京东三环Soho馆, 东三环中路10号; 4) 海淀区京西四环生活馆, 西四环北路 63-1号; 5) 朝阳区北京东四环生活馆, 东四环南路9号; 6) 朝阳区北京旗舰馆, 金盏乡志港路1号

南路甲1号

Inter Gallery Tue-Sun 11am-6pm. Dashanzi art district, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6437 0593, info@intergallery.cn) www. intergallery.cn 映艺术中心, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区

La Plantation Area D, Art Base One, Hegezuhang Village, Cuigezhuang Township, Chaoyang District (64336920/64336913, info@laplantation.cn) www.laplantation.cn 朝阳区崔各庄乡何各庄村壹号地艺术园D区

Paris-Beijing Photo Gallery Daily, 10am6pm. Dashanzi art district, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5978 9262 / 3, pbphotogallery@gmail.com, www.parisbeijingphotogallery.com) 巴黎北京摄影空间, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号798大山子艺术区

IQ Air While little can be done about outdoor air pollution, we can certainly have an impact on the air we breathe inside our homes and oﬃces. IQ Air has been providing air-cleaning solutions for more than 45 years. Swiss precision and technology go into every unit, creating an excellent price-to-performance ratio. 1) 4/F, 417 Seasons Place, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Xicheng District. (6622 0179, info@iqair-china. com); 2) Rm 2201-02, Air China Plaza, 36 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8447 5800, 400 650 1266, info@iqair-china.com); 3) 2LY1-05, Solana Lifestyle Shopping Center, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6768, info@iqair-china.com); 4) 4/F, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu, Shunyi District. (6457 1922, info@iqair-china.com) www.iqair-china. com 1) 西城区金城坊街金融街417号四层; 2) 朝阳区霄云路36号国航大厦2201-02室; 3) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾购物中心2LY1-05; 4) 顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆广场4层

Kartell Bored of leather and wood dominating your home? If so, this is the place for you – funky furniture and home ﬁttings in colourful designs from the Italian deco specialists who made plastic fashionable. Daily 10.30am8.30pm. 1/F, Grand Summit, 19 Dongfang Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8595 8668, urban. hymns@hotmail.com) 朝阳区亮马桥东方东路 19号官舍1层

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MISCELLANEOUS Elite Nutrition Center The ENC CBD ﬂagship store is the exclusive retailer for hundreds of imported health goods, such as sports nutrition products, vitamins, baby products, essential oils, organic products, home gym accessories, etc. Bilingual staﬀ (English & Chinese). Delivery available throughout China. Mon-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat-Sun 10.30am-7.30pm. Unit 0159A, Bldg C, Chaowai Soho, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5900 4538, info@chinaenc.com.cn) www.chinaenc. com.cn 盈奥营养中心, 朝阳区朝外Soho6号朝阳门外大街C座0159A

SHOPPING MALLS & MARKETS Beijing APM Daily 10am-10pm. 138 Wangfujing Dajie, Dongcheng District. (5817 6688) 新东安广场, 东城区王府井大街138号

China Central Place Luxury Walk Daily 10am-10pm. A6, Xidawang Lu (beside China Central Place), Chaoyang District. 华贸购物中心, 朝阳区西大望路甲6号

Khawachen Sells high-end Tibetan rugs and oﬀers made-to-order service. Daily 10am10pm. BL2-03, Solana Lifestyle Shopping Park, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6311) 喀瓦坚西藏手工地毯, 朝阳区朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区BL2-03

Lily’s Antiques Specializes in high-class antique furniture (mainly from nothern China, in walnut and elmwood) and custom-made furniture for the local market. Excellent service for international transportation of furniture. 1) Daily 8.30am-6pm. Gaobeidian Showroom, 6 Gaobeidian Furniture Street, Chaoyang District. Contact Lily Quan (6572 9746, 138 0139 6309) (8579 2458) www.lilys-antiques.com; 2) Visit by appointment. Baimiao industry area, Songzhuang, Tongzhou District. (6572 9746, 138 0139 6309) 华伦古典家具, 1) 朝阳区高碑店家俱一条街69号; 2) 通州区工厂地址,通州区宋庄镇白庙村工业大院

Meyer Gourmet Store High quality, innovative products for the kitchen, Meyer oﬀers world-renowned brands such as Ruﬀoni, Bonjour, Anolon, Circulon, and Prestige. Find all kinds of hard-anodized, bottoms, stainless steel clad, nonstick cookware, tools and gadgets. Unit B125, B1/F, China Central Place, 77-81 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5969 5283) 朝阳区建国路77-81号，华贸购物中心地下一层B125单元

Torana Gallery This popular carpet shop deals exclusively in carpets made of wool from Tibetan highland sheep and decorated with traditional regional motifs. The management insists that their carpets will last a lifetime and not fade after being washed. Daily 10.30am6.30pm. 806 Danshui Xiaozhen, 60 Shunhuang Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5542) 图

China World Shopping Mall Daily 9.30am10pm. 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2288) 国贸商城, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号

Danshui Town Shopping Plaza 60 Shunhuang Lu, Chaoyang District. 淡水小镇购物广场, 朝阳区朝阳区顺黄路60号

Joy City Chaoyang Daily 10am-8pm. 101 Chaoyang Beilu (at the intersection of Qingnian Lu), Chaoyang District. (8557 9888) 大悦成潮阳北, 朝阳区朝阳北路101,青年路口东北角

Kerry Mall Daily 10am-9pm. 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (8529 8418) www.beijingkerrycentre.com 嘉里商场, 朝阳区光华路1号 Lufthansa Center Daily 10am-10pm. 52 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 1188 ext 675) 燕莎购物中心, 朝阳区亮马桥路52号 The Malls at Oriental Plaza 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8518 6363) 东方新天地, 东城区东长安街1号 Nali Mall Sanlitun Lu (next to Jazz-Ya), Chaoyang District. 那里服装市场, 朝阳区三里屯路

Paciﬁc Century Place Daily 10am-10pm. 2A Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6539 3888) 太平洋百货, 朝阳区工体北路甲2号

The Peninsula Palace Beijing Shopping Arcade 8 Jinyu Hutong, Wangfujing, Dongcheng District. (6559 2888) 王府半岛酒店,

OCTOBER 2010

Songzhuang Art Museum Songzhuang Art Village, Tongzhou District (8957 8575/9897/8040) 宋庄美术馆, 通州区宋庄小堡

蓝色港湾国际商区

TECHNOLOGY Apple Flagship Store The first official Apple flagship store in China features a Genius Bar, Apple seminar, laptops, iPhones, iPods, accessories and more. Repair service available. Daily 10am-10pm. Bldg 6, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6419 8900) 朝阳区三里屯北路19号院三里屯 Village南区 6 号楼

Sony Store Digital toys for big boys and girls: video cameras, notebook computers, DVD players, high-deﬁnition plasma TVs – the list goes on. Bring a fat bankroll or a credit card if you plan to splurge. Daily 10am-10pm. L330, 3/F, South Bldg, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 1350) 索尼探梦, 朝阳区光华路9号世贸商业中心南街3层L330号

ARTS & CULTURE GALLERIES Alliance Française de Pékin 1) Rm 421, Block 2, Beijing Language and Culture University, 15 Xueyuanlu, Haidian District (8230 3619); 2) 103 Deshengmennei Dajie (behind Jinjiang Hotel), Xicheng District (6404 2643; xihai.beijing@afchine.org) 1) 海淀区学院路 15号北京语言文化大学教学2楼421; 2) 北京法语培训中心西海分校, 西城区德胜门内大街103号 (德胜桥洗车房右转50米,锦江之星宾馆后院)

Aratong Galleries 706 Beisanjie, 798 Art District, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6438 4980) 朝阳区酒仙桥路2号798大山子艺术区706北三街

C-Space Tue-Sun 11am-6pm. C1 and C2, Red No.1,Caochangdi, Chaoyang District. (5127 3248, info@c-spacebeijing.com) www.c-spacebeijing.com C-空间, 朝阳区草场地艺术区红 1号C1，C2座

Dafeng Art Gallery Tue-Sun 10am-6pm. 1) 3818 Warehouse, 798 art district, Chaoyang District. (84599405); 2) 241 Beijie, Xiaopu Village, Songzhuang Village, Tongzhou District. (no tel) 大风画廊, 1) 朝阳区大风画廊798艺术区 3818; 2) 通州区宋庄画家村小堡村北街241号

二十二院街艺术区6-97

Ritan Ofﬁce Building Daily 10am-7pm. 15A Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6502 1528)

Faurschou Gallery Beijing Tue-Sun 10am6pm. Dashanzi art district, 4, Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8459 9316/14) www. faurschou.com 林冠画廊, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号

Sanlitun Village 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 6110) 三里屯Village, 朝阳区三里

子艺术区1号楼

朝阳区光华路甲9号

日坛商务楼, 朝阳区光华路甲15号

屯南路19号三里屯Village

Shin Kong Place Daily 10am-10pm. 87 Jianguo Lu (beside China Central Place), Chaoyang District. (6530 5888) www.shinkong-place.com 新光天地, 朝阳区建国路87号 (华贸中心旁边)

Silk Market Daily 9am-9m. 8 Xiushui Dongjie, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District.

水木当代艺术空间, 朝阳区酒仙桥路2号798大山

Solana Daily 10am-10pm. 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6565/68) http://www.solana.com.cn/english/ web/index.asp 蓝色港湾, 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号

The Place Daily 10am-10pm. 9A Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 1188) 世贸天阶,

Villa Lifestyle They have the widest selection of BBQ’s and accessories, the Mosquito Magnet, trampolines, IQ Air Puriﬁers and more. Delivery and set-up are free and grills come with a one-year warranty. Daily 9am-6pm. 4/F, Euro Plaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Town, Shunyi District. (6457 1922, 8046 1260, www. villalifestyles.cn; info@villalifestyles.cn) 别墅

Shuimu Art Space Bldg 1, 798 Art District, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6433 4216)

水东街8号

Dialogue Space Tue-Sun, 10am-6pm . 6-97, 22 Internaltional Art Plaza, 32 Baiziwan Lu, Chaoyang District (5876 9392) www. dialoguespace.com 朝阳区朝阳区百子湾路32号

东城区王府井金鱼胡同8号

兰纳手工地毯, 朝阳区顺黄路60号淡水小镇806室

生活方式, 顺义区顺义区天竺镇裕祥路99号欧

ShanghART Gallery Beijing Tue-Sun 11am6pm. 261 Caochangdi, Old Airport Road, Chaoyang District. (6432 3202) www.shanghartgallery.com 香格纳北京, 朝阳区草场地261号

大山子艺术区

Galerie Urs Meile, Lucerne-Beijing TueSun 11am-6.30pm. 104 Caochangdi Village, Chaoyang District (6433 3393) www.galerieursmeile.com 麦勒画廊,朝阳区草场地村104号 Instituto Cervantes 1A Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (5879 9666) www.pekin. cervantes.es 北京塞万提斯学院, 朝阳区工体

艺术家园区

Today Art Museum Daily 9am-5pm. Pingod Space, 32 Baiziwan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5862 1100) www.todayartmuseum.com 今日美术馆, 朝阳区百子湾路32号

XYZ Gallery Daily 10.30am- 6.30pm. Dashanzi Art District, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8459 9299) 朝阳区酒仙桥路2号大山子艺术区

MUSEUMS Iberia Center for Contemporary Art Tue-Sun 10am-6pm. Dashanzi art district, 4, Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5978 9530, info@iberiart.org) www.iberiart.org 伊比利亚当代艺术中心, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区

National Art Museum of China Daily 9am4pm. 1 Wusi Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6401 2252/7076) www.namoc.org 中国美术馆, 东城区五四大街1号

Ullens Center for Contemporary Art (UCCA) Tue-Sun 10am-7pm. Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8459 9269) www.ucca.org.cn 尤伦斯当代艺术中心, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区

BOOKSTORES The Bookworm 1) Mon-Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 8am-5pm. First courtyard, Hegezhuang Village, Shunyi District. (6431 2108, books@beijingbookworm.com); 2) Daily 9am2am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6586 9507, books@beijingbookworm. com, kidsclub@beijingbookworm.com) www.chinabookworm.com 书虫书吧, 1) 顺义区崔各庄乡，何各庄村一号院; 2) 朝阳区工体北路4号院

Chaterhouse Booktrader 1) Daily 10.30am7.30pm. River Garden Clubhouse, 7 Yuyang Lu, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8046 6211, customer@chaterhouse.com.cn); 2) Daily 10am-10pm. 3/F, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu (Dongdaqiao Lu), Chaoyang District. (6587 1328, customer@chaterhouse.com.cn) 1) 顺义区后沙峪乡榆阳路7号; 2) 朝阳区光华路9号世贸天阶中心3层

CINEMAS Broadway Cinematheque MOMA (BC MOMA) North area of Dongzhimen MOMA, 1 Xiangheyuan Lu, Dongzhimen, Chaoyang District. (8438 8258) www.sagacinema.com 当代MOMA百老汇电影中心, 朝阳区东直门香河园路1号, 万国城北区（二环路东北角）

French Cultural Centre 18 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6553 2627) www.ccfpekin. org 法国文化中心, 朝阳区工体西路18号 Instituto Cervantes 1A Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (5879 9666) www.pekin. cervantes.es 北京塞万提斯学院, 朝阳区工体南路甲1号

Mega Box 1) B1/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 6118); 2) 3/F, Area C, Zhongguancun Mall (West of Dinghao Mall), Haidian District. (5986 3777) www. imegabox.com 美嘉欢乐影城, 1) 朝阳区三里屯

DIRECTORY / A&C–SPORTS–LIVING 路19号三里屯Village南区地下1层; 2) 海淀区中关村广场购物中心C区三层(鼎好西侧)

Star City Daily 9am-10pm. B1/F, The Malls at Oriental Plaza, Dongcheng District. (8518 6778) www.b-cinema.com.cn 新世纪影城, 东城区东方广场地下一层

THEATERS Beijing Playhouse 5 Houbalizhuang, Yew Chung International School (east gate of Honglingjin Park), Balizhuang, East Fourth Ring Road, Chaoyang District. (137 1890 8922, performance@beijingplayhouse.com) www. beijingplayhouse.com 北京剧场, 朝阳区八里庄东四环中路后八里庄5号

Chaoyang Culture Center/TNT Theater Corner of Jintai Xilu and Chaoyangmenwai Dajie (east of Jingguang Qiao), Chaoyang District(8599 6011) 朝阳文化馆,朝阳区朝阳门外大

Women's Football Contact Wenhui (8526 2420 ext 111, wf7788@yahoo.com.cn)

GOLF Beijing Ladies Golf Club (beijingladiesgolf@yahoo.com.) www.beijingladiesgolf.org SGA Golf Coaching Center 8am-8pm (summer); 9am-6pm (winter). Chaoyang Kosaido Golf Club, 9A Nongzhanguan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6507 7389, 400 650 5169, info@sga-china.com) www.sga-china.com 朝阳区农展馆南路甲九号 Star City Golf Academy 6am-11pm. 5/F Xingcheng Dasha, 10 Jiushanqiao Lu (Southeast corner of Dashanzi Huandao), Chaoyang District. (8457 3665, 6434 2783) 星城国际高乐

西城区西长安街中山公园内

National Centre For The Performing Arts (NCPA) 2 Chang’an Jie, Xicheng District. (6655 0000) www.chncpa.org 国家大剧院, 西城区西长安街2号

Oriental Pioneer Theatre 8-2 Dongdan Santiao (northeast corner of Oriental Plaza), Dongcheng District. (6527 6911, 6559 7394) 东方先锋剧场, 东城区东单三条8-2号东方广场东北角

Penghao Theater 35 Dongmianhua Hutong (south gate of the Central Academy of Drama, between Nanluogu Xiang and Jiaodaokou Nandajie), Dongcheng District. (6400 6452/ 72) 蓬蒿剧场, 东城区东棉花胡同35号(中央戏剧学院南门, 南锣鼓巷和交道口南大街之间)

Poly Theatre Poly Plaza, 14 Dongzhimen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (6500 1188 ext 5126/5127) www.polytheatre.com 保利剧院, 东城区东直门南大街14号保利大厦1层

SPORTS DANCING Beijing Tango (130 2195 8870, beijingtango@hotmail.com) http://groups. yahoo.com/group/TangoRen Golden Dancing Academy 10/F, Chongwen Culture Center, 7 Chongwenmenwai Dajie, Chongwen District. Contact Mary (6708 9567/3267, ga888b@yahoo.com.cn) www. goldendancing.com 金池舞蹈学院, 崇文区崇文门外大街7号崇文区文化馆10层

J-Ballet School 1) Pulse Health Club, Kempinski Hotel, Lufthansa centre, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District; 2) 1/F, Bldg D, Jingxiu Yuan, Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8453 3003; 138 0103 6364 (Ms. Takeda); 138 0113 5877 (Ms. Tang)) www.j-ballet.com J-芭蕾教室, 2) 朝阳区幸福村中路景绣园D座一层西侧

Pineapple Dance Studios Mon and Thurs 7.30-9pm. 3/F, Apartment A, Beijing Fortune Plaza, Chaoyang District. Contact CiCi (135 2035 2025) 菠萝舞蹈工作室, 朝阳区北京财富中

京方向辅路,四元桥旁)

RUNNING & TRAINING Beijing Hash House Harriers Contact Dave “Minime” White (beijinghhhowner@yahoogroups.com) www.hash.cn, www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/beijinghhh Triathlon Beijing (TriBeijing) (tribeijing@gmail.com) www.tribeijing.org 龙滑雪场, 河北省张家口市崇礼县红花梁

SKIING

GYMS & FITNESS CENTERS

Qiaobo Ice and Snow World Daily 9am10pm. Inside Chaobai River National Forest Park, Mapo, Shunyi District. (8497 2568) www. qbski.com 乔波冰雪世界, 顺义区马坡潮白河国

Bronze Bodies Tanning Club Daily 11am9pm. 6/F, Bodhi Therapeutic Retreat, 17 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6413 1180) 都晒堂,

TEAM SPORTS

夫培训中心, 朝阳区酒仙桥路甲10号（大山子环岛东南角）星城国际大厦5层

街和金台西路的路口

Forbidden City Concert Hall Inside Zhongshan Park, Xichang’an Jie, Xicheng District. (6559 8285) www.fcchbj.com 中山公园音乐堂,

Jingshun Lu (near Courtyard by Marriott Beijing Northeast Hotel), Chaoyang District. (136 0128 1318, rockqoﬀroad@yahoo.com.cn) www.u-speed.com 朝阳区四元桥1号(京密路进

朝阳区工体北路17号菩提会所6层

Mani’s Body Combing Daily 8.30am8.30pm. 3/F, Yiduge Shopping Centre, 1A Xizhimen Beidajie, Haidian District. (5129 5066) www.mani.com.cn 马妮形体梳理, 海淀区西直门北大街甲一号“依都阁”商业楼三层

Solaris Tanning Studio Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun noon-8pm. Sanlitun Lu, Nali Mall (next to Alameda), Chaoyang District. (6417 0398) 日光浴, 朝阳区三里屯北路那里商场（ALAMEDA旁边）

Tanning Salon Prestige 320-330 Bldg C, Chaowaimen Oﬃce Bldg, Yabao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8565 3547) World Health Store 1) Mon-Fri 10.30am8pm, Sat-Sun 10am-7.30pm. Rm 2152, 1st Floor, Section A, North Tower, Soho Shangdu, 8 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5900 2209, info@worldhealthstore.com.cn); 2) MonThur 10am-8pm, Fri & Sat 10.30am.8.30pm, Sun 10.30am-8pm. R09A, LB1, Euro Plaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 2524, info@worldhealthstore.com.cn) www.worldhealthstore.com.cn 世界健康品店, 1) 朝阳区东大桥路8号SOHO尚都北塔A座一层2152; 2) 顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆广场地下一层09A

HIKING & CAMPING Beijing Hikers Suite 1907, Building 107, Jiangfu Jiayuan, Tuofangying Lu, Jiuxianqiao, Chaoyang District. (6432 2786, info@beijinghikers.com) www. beijinghikers.com 朝阳区酒仙桥驼房营路将府家园107号楼1907

Beijing U-DO Adventure Daily 9.30am-6pm. Rm 2-502, Bldg 8, Dong Hua Shi Nanli Dongqu, Chongwen District. (8710 3045, 139 1199 1873, udoadventure@hotmail.com) www.udoadventure.com 崇文区东花市南里东区8号楼2-502

家森林公园内6号

Beijing Australian Rules Football Club (135 1625 1141, beijingfooty@yahoo.com) www.beijingbombers.cn Beijing Hockey Club (bjhockeyclub@hotmail.com) beijingfieldhockeyclub.spaces.live.com Beijing Overseas Students Basketball League (136 2118 7727, dingrenhai@163.com) Beijing Sport and Social Club (Beijing SSC) (beijingssc@gmail.com) www.beijingssc.com Beijing Water Polo Team Beijing Ducks Club Water Polo Team. Practice is on Sundays at ISB in Shunyi. Contact Casey Sapp or Andy Young (beijing-water-polo@googlegroups. com) International Friendship Football Club (IFFC) Contact Robert (8471 8365, info@iffc1994.com) www.iffc1994.com Women's Lacrosse Contact Fiona (135 5203 8947)

VENUES Beijing Shooting Range Hall 3A Futiansi (take the West Fifth Ring Road and exit at either Xingshikou Qiao or Yongyin Qiao, turn onto Xiangshan Nanlu and follow signs), Shijingshan District. (8896 7894) 北京射击馆, 石景山区福田寺甲3号 (西五环外的香山南路上，在杏石口桥和永引桥之间，走西五环，在杏石口桥或者永引桥出口上香山南路，根据指示牌行驶即到)

National Aquatics Center Olympic Green, Beichen Lu, Chaoyang District. 国家游泳中心, 朝阳区北辰路奥林匹克公园

National Stadium (Bird’s Nest) Olympic Green, Beichen Lu, Chaoyang District. (8437 2992/93) 国家体育场, 朝阳区北辰路奥林匹

克公园

Workers’ Gymnasium Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6501 6300) 工人体育馆, 朝阳区工体北路

Workers’ Stadium Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6501 6655 ext 5033) 工人体育场, 朝阳区工体北路

Wukesong Arena Hosts sport events and concerts. 69 Fuxing Lu, Haidian District. (6828 6386) 五棵松体育馆, 海淀区复兴路69号

YOGA & PILATES Alona Pilates Studio 7.30am-9.30pm. 5/F, Heavenly Spa, Westin Beijing Chaoyang Hotel, 1 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (139 1029 0260, voselena@hotmail.com) www.alonastudiobeijing.com 朝阳区新源南路1号北京威斯汀朝阳大饭店5层天梦水疗内

Nirvana Yoga Center Daily 9.30am-9pm. 2A, Unit 5, Shijicheng, Yuanda Lu (100m south of the Golden Resource Shopping Mall), Haidian District. (5198 0591) 青鸟瑜伽, 海淀区远大路世纪城5单元2A(世纪金源购物中心南100米)

OM Yoga 42 Rooms 9102/9103, Lido Apartment Bldg, Chaoyang District. (6437 8810) www.omyoga42.com.cn 静心堂, 朝阳区丽都公寓9102-9103

Yoga Yard Mon-Thu 7.15am-9.30pm, Fri-Sun 7.15am-8pm. 6/F, Bldg 17 Gongti Beilu (across from the north gate of Workers' Stadium), Chaoyang District. (6413 0774, info@yogayard. com) www.yogayard.com 瑜珈苑, 朝阳区工体北路17号楼6层工人体育场北门对面

LIVING COMMUNITY GROUPS China Culture Center (CCC) Kent Center, 29 Anjialou, Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6432 9341/1041, info@chinaculturecenter.org) www.chinaculturecenter.org 朝阳区亮马桥路 29号安家楼肯特中心院内

Culture Yard Located inside an old hutong, Culture Yard helps foreigners with Chinese language and culture lessons, and provides a fun environment to interact with locals and other expats. 9am-late. 10 Shique Hutong, Dongcheng District. (8404 4166, contact@cultureyard.net) www.cultureyard. net 东城区石雀胡同10号 Foreign Correspondents Club of China (FCC) (8532 3807, fcccadmin@gmail.com) www.fccchina.org The Hutong One of Beijing’s best informal cooking schools.1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District. (159 0104 6127, info@the-hutong.com) www.the-hutong. com 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号(北新桥地铁站东南边）

INSPIRED The group oﬀers support and practical advice through regular seminars,

Dandelion Hiking (131 2478 8581) www. chinahiking.cn 蒲公英远足

MOTORSPORTS

心公寓A座3层

Pussycat Dance Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, SatSun 1-4pm. Rm 906, Bldg 3, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5900 0835, Eng: 139 1165 6059, pussycatdance@hotmail.com) www.pussycat-dance. com 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho3号楼906室

FOOTBALL ClubFootball 9am-6pm. Unit A212, Door 3, A1 Zone, Huadeng Building, 14 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5130 6893/4/5/6, coaching@wanguoqunxing.com) www.clubfootball.com.cn 万国群星足球俱乐部, 朝阳区酒仙桥路14号兆维华登大厦A1区3门212室

Ganluyuan Football Ganluyuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (8575 7236) www.gfootballclub.com 朝阳区甘露圆南里二区球场 International Friendship Football Club (IFFC) Contact Robert (6234 7106, info@iﬀc1994.com) www.iﬀc1994.com O’le Football Daily 9am-11pm. 5 Dongshimencun Lu, Baiziwan Qiao, Dongsihuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6776 0608) 朝阳区东四环中路百子湾桥东石门村路5号

U-Speed Go-Karting Open year round, this giant indoor karting centre oﬀers much more than its choice of four-stroke, 160cc and 200cc go-karts. The centre also oﬀers VIP rooms, a games room – with pool, table football and arcades – and a bar-restaurant. Ideal for conferences, team building and celebrations. Free shuttle bus (until Oct 7) picks up at Ikea (Wangjing), Holiday Inn (Lido), Sanyuanqiao subway station and A-Hotel (Workers’ Stadium); call 136 0128 1318 to reserve. Mon-Fri 1pm-1am, Sat-Sun 11am-1am. 1 Siyuan Qiao,

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DIRECTORY / LIVING workshops, one-to-one coaching, and networking opportunities. (136 2113 2201, jasmine@inspiredbeijing.com) www.inspiredbeijing.com

Chaoyang District. (6462 9112, 24hr: 6462 9100, china.inquiries@internationalsos.com) www.internationalsos.com 北京国际救援中心,

International Newcomers’ Network Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month except December. Function Rm, 3/F, Athletic Center, Capital Mansion, 6 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8486 2225 ext 110, innbeijing@hotmail.com) www.innbeijing.org

Beijing New Century Harmony Pediatric Clinic As a satellite clinic of renowned Beijing New Century International Children’s Hospital, Beijing New Century Harmony Pediatric Clinic has a strong team of experienced pediatricians and nurses from China and overseas. Harmony Pediatric Clinic provides a full range of multilingual healthcare services on a 7X24basis (7X12. 9am to 9pm during soft opening period). K-01, Building No. 19, Harmony Business Center, Liyuan Street, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (6456 2599) www.ncich.com.cn 北京新

朝阳区新源南路6号京城大厦康乐中心3层

Roundabout Charity Distribution Store Beijing’s answer to the Salvation Army. Downtown dropboxes at Links Moving (C 10-A Oriental Kenzo) and Istanbul Restaurant (Jianguomenwai) Volunteers welcome. MonSat 9.30am-6pm. Roundabout,Kaifa Jie, Xi Baixinzhuang, Houshayu, Shunyi, near Mrs Shannen’s Bagels, Shunyi District. (137 1877 7761 English, 137 1805 3814 Chinese) 顺义区开发街后沙峪顺义区

The Yin Yang Community Center Also home to a cafe and The Bookworm. Mon-Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 8am-5pm. The First Courtyard, Hegezhuang Village (across from The Orchard; call for directions), Chaoyang District. (6431 2108) www.yinyangbeijing.com 易阴阳社区中心, 朝阳区崔各庄乡何各庄村一号院(果园对面）

FURTHER EDUCATION Raffles Education Beijing Offers first-class tertiary education and training programs in Design and Business. All classes taught in English by foreign teachers. Term starts : Jan, Apr, Jul and Oct. 1/F, Bldg A, Ziguang Towers, 11 Huixin Dongjie, Chaoyang District. (6482 3499, reb-enquiries@raffles-edu-beijing.com) http://raffles-edu-beijing.com 朝阳区惠新东街 11号紫光发展大厦A座1层

新泽西州立大学EMBA项目, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街16号中国人寿大厦5层

MEDICAL SERVICES Amcare Women’s & Children’s Hospital Oﬀers high-quality medical services with a focus on maternity care, women’s health and pediatrics. Foreign language support program available on request. 8am-4.30pm. 9 Fangyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6434 2388 24hr hotline, 800 610 6200) www.amcare.com.cn 北京美中宜和妇儿医院, 朝阳区朝阳区芳园西路9号

Beijing Children’s Hospital Daily 6.30am10.30pm. 56 Nanlishi Lu, Xicheng District. (6802 8401) 北京儿童医院, 西城区南礼士路56号 Beijing Emergency Medical Center 103 Qianmen Xidajie, Xuanwu District. (6609 8114) 北京市急救中心, 宣武区前门西大街103号

Beijing International SOS Clinic Medical services for the whole family. Daily 24hrs. Suite 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli,

阳门北大街2号港澳中心瑞士酒店办公楼9层

Beijing Orient Care Clinic Oﬀering Chinese and international families high quality medical services, including internal medicine, OB/GYN, Medical Imaging, Laboratory, Pharmacy services with English-speaking staﬀ. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. #102 NO.16 Business Building China Central Place,89 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District. (6598 1887) www.rentaimedical.com 北京仁泰门诊部, 朝阳区北京市建国路89号华贸中心16号商务楼102

Beijing Orient Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic The ﬁrst TCM clinic treating foreign nationals in a ﬁve-star hotel ambiance, providing the full spectrum of outpatient health care services to the community. Rm 221, Building C, Beijing Hotel, 33 East Chang An Avenue, Dongcheng District. (6522 9009, tcmclinic@126.com) www.dfctyx.com 北京东方传统医学门诊部, 东城区东长安街33号北京饭店2215室

Beijing Tiantan Puhua Hospital A private, international standard hospital offering emergency services as well as out patient care. It is the first choice in hospital referral for head and spinal cord trauma. English speaking staff on call 24-hours a day. Medical services include: neurology and neurosurgery, pediatrics, occupational and physical therapy, plastic surgery, hand surgery, orthopedics, ENT, oncology, check-ups, on-site imaging, and laboratory and pharmacy services. 8.30am5.30pm. 12 Tiantan Nanli, Chongwen District, 800m west of the south gate of the temple of heaven, Chongwen District. (8911 6665, puhuachina@gmail.com) www.puhuachina. com, www.puhuachina.cn 北京天坛普华医院, Beijing United Family Shunyi Clinic Provides easily accessible, high-quality medical services and wellness promotion in the Beijing suburbs. Family medicine, family counseling, physical therapy, pediatrics, integrative medicine and travel medicine services are available throughout the week. Mon -Thu 9:30am - 7:30pm, Fri-Sun 9:30am - 4:30pm.. ss: Unit 818, Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. (8046 5432, fax 8046 4383) www.unitedfamilyhospitals. com 北京和睦家医院诊所, 顺义区天竺开发区荣祥广场818号

Beijing United Family Jianguomen Health & Wellness Center Located in the heart of the Central Business District in the St. Regis Hotel complex, the United Family Jianguomen Health and Wellness Center is ideally situated to serve Beijing’s embassy and business communities. Family counseling, immigration health check-ups and integrative medicine are available. Mon-Fri 8.30am-3.30pm. B1/F, the St. Regis Residence, the St. Regis Hotel, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8535 1221) www.unitedfamilyhospitals.com 北京和

Beijing Vista Clinic Medical services including family and internal medicine, OB/GYN, pediatrics, dentistry, ophthalmology, dermatology, ENT, Chinese Traditional Medicine, physiotherapy, psychiatry, imaging laboratory and pharmacy service. Urgent care with English-speaking staﬀ on site 24 hours a day. Daily 24hrs. B29, Kerry Centre, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (8529 6618, fax 8529 6615, vista@vista-china.net) www.vista-china.net 维世达诊所, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心B29

Bioscor Beijing Clinic International clinic for cosmetic medicine, specializing in cosmetic surgery, skincare, hair regrowth, and anti-ageing techniques. Appointments with an Australian surgeon and physician available. Rm 1008, E-Tower, 12 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6503 5706/7, beijng@bioscor.com.cn) www. bioscor.com.cn 澳保加医疗美容诊所, 朝阳区光华路12号数码01大厦1008室（嘉里中心对面）

International Medical Center (IMC) Foreign doctors are on-site 24hrs a day, oﬀering a wide range of medical services, including family medicine, psychological services, dental, Ob/Gyn, Pediatrics, TCM, etc. English, Chinese, Arabic, Russian are spoken. Drop-in service for travelers, on-site X-ray, ultrasound, laboratory. Daily 24hrs. S106, S111 Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmahe Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 1561/2/3, 6465 1384/28, marketing@imcclinics.com) 北京国际医疗中心,朝阳区亮马桥路50号燕莎中心写字楼1层S106

New Century International Children’s Hospital (NCICH) China’s premier international children’s hospital provides affordable pediatric care at international standards. Claims to have Beijing’s most qualified doctors and nurses, with private, safe family rooms and imported state-of-the-art equipment. Their English-speaking staff offer a full range of children’s healthcare services. Daily 8am5pm (full services), daily 24hrs (A+E services). 56 Nanlishi Lu (next to the east gate of the Beijing Children’s Hospital), Xicheng District. (6802 5588) www.ncich.com.cn 北京新世纪国际儿童医院, 西城区南礼士路56号 (北京儿童医院东门南侧)

Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Dr. David Zhang is an American National Board Exam Certiﬁcated chiropractic doctor, a Texas licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, and a specialist in Chinese medicine. He provides chiropractic, physiotherapy, and other manual therapies for back pain, sciatica, and other conditions, as well as acupuncture and natural medicine treatments. Tue, Wed, Thur and Sat 9.30am-6.30pm,. Beijing Internal Medical Center, S110, 1/F, Lufthansa Center Oﬃce building, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6464 9828, 8448 3449) 朝阳区北京国际医疗中心中国北京朝阳区亮马桥路50号燕莎中心写字楼一层 S110

CMS Clinic American cosmetic/aesthetic medical services including laser skin treatments, hair loss/removal, cosmetic surgeries and anti-aging therapeutics for men and women. Free consultations available. BeijingTower (Chang’an Club Bldg) 7/F, Suite 701, 10 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6559 6769) www.cmsclinic.com 北京西美斯

睦家健康中心, 朝阳区建国门外大街21号北京国际俱乐部饭店公寓楼地下一层

美容整形外科诊所, 东城区东城区长安街10号长安俱乐部7层

Beijing United Family Hospital International-standard hospital with inpatient and outpatient services. Wide range of medical and surgical specialties provided, emergency room and ICU open 24 hours. Mon-Sat 8.30am5.30pm. 24-hour emergency care. 2 Jiangtai Lu (in the Lido area), Chaoyang District. (5927 7000, 5927 7120 (ER ), fax 5927 7200) www. unitedfamilyhospitals.com 北京和睦家医院, 朝

Cosmetic Surgery Center Located in the Third Hospital of Beijing University, this is the earliest professional department for plastic surgery in China. Specializes in cosmeticand plastic surgeries. 38 ShangdixinxiLu, Haidian District. (8289 0216) www.sar.com.cn 北医三

Present a copy of this issue of the Beijinger at U-Speed Go-Karting to get three sessions of go-karting plus one draft beer for RMB 210. Offer is valid all day Monday-Friday and on Sundays (after 6.30pm). Holidays excluded.

OCTOBER 2010

Hong Kong International Medical Clinic, Beijing Beijing’s first joint-venture medical organization operates according to international standards, has a high-quality international administration system and highly trained medical staff. Daily 9am-9pm (after 9pm minimal staff on duty). 9/F, office tower of the Swissotel, 2 Chaoyangmen Beidajie, Dongcheng District. (6501 4260, 6553 2288 ext 2345/6/7) www. hkclinic.com 北京港澳国际医务诊所, 东城区朝

世纪荣和儿科门诊部, 顺义区北京市顺义区天竺镇丽苑街荣和商业中心19号楼K-01

GO, GO, GO-KARTING

www.evercare.com.cn 伊美尔长岛美容门诊, 海淀区中关村大街甲28号海淀文化艺术大厦B座4层

朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心一座105室

北京天坛普华体检中心, 崇文区天坛南里12号

Rutgers EMBA Program Rutgers oﬀers a fully accredited 14-month Executive MBA (EMBA) program designed for working professionals who want to remain on the job while obtaining a US MBA. Classes are taught in English once a month over a nine-day period, held all day on two consecutive Saturdays and Sundays, and three hours per night for two nights during the intervening week. 5/F, China Life Tower, 16 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5877 1706/7) www.rutgersinasia.com

阳区将台路2号

院上地门诊部医学美容中心, 海淀区上地信息路 38号上地数码大厦B座

EverCare Long Island Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery Clinic Provides international-standard plastic surgery and comprehensive, integrated beauty care and health care services. Wide variety of cosmetic plastic surgery options, laser treatments, skin care, slimming treatments, cosmetic TCM and more. Daily 24hrs. 4/F, Tower B, Haidian Wenhua Yishu Bldg, 28A Zhongguancun Dajie, Haidian District. (8253 3088, 24hrs hotline: 139 1122 6966)

Prof. Lin Dental Clinic Headed by Prof. Lin, a 1956 graduate from the Faculty of Dental Surgery of Paris Medical Institute. Employees are among the best in China and equipment is ﬁrst-class. They oﬀer a full range of dental services to both adults and children. Daily 9am-5pm. Room 303, 305, Bldg A, Jia Hui International Center, Chaoyang District (6553 8893, 6553 0988) 朝阳区吉庆里14号佳汇国际中心A座303-305

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Beijing International SOS Clinic Family Counseling Center Two counselors oﬀer services that include individual therapy, couple relations, family dynamics, parent and child relations and stress management. Suite

DIRECTORY / LIVING–EXPLORE 105, Bldg 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (6462 0333, china.inquirie s@internationalsos.com) www.internationalsos.com 北京国际救援中心, 朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心一座105室

Beijing United Psychological Health Center BJU’s mental health professionals are all licensed in their home countries and have the credentials to practice legally in China. This team is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Beijing’s diverse community and practice only the highest standards of mental health care. Their very experienced staﬀ of multicultural, multilingual psychologists and psychiatrists can respond to personal, relationship, family and children’s issues. BJU’s counseling services are available in three locations in the city. For further information and appointments call 5927 7067. 1) Inside Beijing United Family Shunyi Clinic, Unit 818, Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. (fcreception@ufh.com.cn); 2) Inside Beijing United Family Jianguomen Health & Wellness Center, B1/F, The St. Regis Residence, St. Regis Hotel, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (fcreception@ufh. com.cn); 3) Inside Beijing United Family Hospital, 2 Jiangtai Lu (in the Lido area), Chaoyang District. (fcreception@ufh.com.cn) www.unitedfamilyhospitals.com 北京和睦家医院诊所, 1) 顺义区天竺开发区荣祥广场818单元北京和睦家医院诊所内; 2) 朝阳区建国门外大街21号北京国际俱乐部饭店公寓楼地下1层北京和睦家健康中心内; 3) 朝阳区将台路2号北京和睦家医院内

Beijing Vista Clinic Vista’s mental health care team includes a psychiatrist, two psychologists and a counselor. They oﬀer counseling for interpersonal issues, including marriage, divorce and parenting, emotional disorders including depression, grief, anxiety, as well as stress and anger management. They also specialize in working with children and their families as they navigate expat life in China. They work with individuals, couples, families and groups. Our counseling services are available in English, Japanese, Persian, Hindi and Chinese. Medical prescriptions are available. Daily 24hrs. B29, Kerry Centre, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (8529 6618, fax 8529 6615, vista@vista-china.net) www.vista-china.net 维世达诊所, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心B29

IMC Psychological and Family Counseling Services English-speaking Adult and Child Psychologist, licensed to practice in China, offers individual, couple, marriage and family therapy. He also conducts psychological, neuropsychological /educational testing, biofeedback therapy and hypnosis. He offers treatment for depression, anxiety, insomnia, eating disorders, sexual difficulties, alcohol and substance abuse, ADD, ADHD, autism, and learning problems in children. Speaks Chinese, Farsi and conversational Japanese. Daily 24hrs. S106, 1/F, Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (158 0131 9796, 6465 1561/2/3) www.imcclinics.com 朝阳区亮马桥路

10am-9.30pm. Unit 3097, Bldg A, Chaowai Soho, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5900 5499); 2) Rm 4119, 4/F, Golden Resources Shopping Mall, 1 Yuanda Lu, Haidian District. (8887 0706); 3) B118, B1/F, Longde Square Shopping Mall, 186 Litang Lu, Changping District. (8484 1916); 4) Bldg 4, Landgent Chateau, 33 Guangqu Lu, Chaoyang District. (8776 9602) www.leepet.com 乐宠, 1)朝阳区

大厦2座203室

城区东滨河路甲1号大象投资大厦208-F

Finnair Rm 204, Scitech Hotel, 22 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6512 7180, fax 6512 7182) www.ﬁnnair.com

China Travel Service (CTS) State-run travel service brings decades of experience and a network of over 100 oﬃces worldwide to oﬀer travelers a comprehensive range of packages. 28-31/F, Blog A, 38 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District (400 811 6666) www.chinatravelsolution.com 中国旅行社总社有限公司,北

朝阳门外大街6号朝外SOHO A座3层3097; 2)海淀区远大路1号金源新燕莎4层4119; 3)昌平区立汤路186号龙德广场地下1层B118; 4)朝阳区广渠路33号石韵浩庭4号楼4底商

空, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街乙12号昆泰国际大厦 1609-1610

Lee Pet Animal Hospital Full-service veterinary center. Daily 24hrs. Unit 5-6, 9 Lincui Lu, Chaoyang District. (5821 3503) 乐宠丽派特动物医院, 朝阳区林萃路9号5-6底商. 电话

VOLUNTEER AND NGOS

Turkish Airlines W103 Kempinski Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 1867) www.thy.com 土耳其航空

厦2层233室

Greenpeace This international organization promotes peace and the protection of the natural world. 19/F, Bldg E-2, Lanchou Mingzuo, Jiqingli, Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6554 6931, Fax 6554 6932) www.greenpeace.org/china 朝阳区朝阳门外大街吉庆里蓝筹名座E座2单元19层

Magic Hospital They work with sick, hospitalized, handicapped, orphaned, abused and at risk children aged 0-18 who are permanently or temporarily deprived of a carefree and fun childhood. 16 Gongti Bei Lu, 1402 Xingfu Yuan Gongyu, Chaoyang DistrictBeijing 100027 China, Chaoyang District. (chiara. menegazzi@magichospital.org)

EXPLORE AIRLINES Air Asia Daily 8am-9pm. (95013 9000 0200) www.airasia.com Air Canada Rm C201, Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (400 811 2001) www.aircanada.cn 加拿大航空, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号燕莎中心C201

Air China Xidan Minhang Building, 15 Xi Chang’an Jie, Xicheng District. (400 810 0999) www.airchina.cn 中国国际航空, 西城区西长安 Air France Rm 1609, 16/F, Bldg 1, Kuntai International Mansion, 12A Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 880 8808) www. airfrance.com.cn 法国航空, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街甲12号昆泰国际大厦1号楼1609室

All Nippon Airways N200, Fortune Building, 5 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (800 820 1122, 6590 9191) www.ana.co.jp 全日空, 朝阳区东三环北路5号发展大厦N200

Doctors Beck & Stone Pet Health Care Center With both western-trained and Chinese veterinarians, the center also provides 24/7 emergency pet care services. Unit 104, Tower B, Bldg 3, Houxiandaicheng, BaiziwanLu, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (8776 6346, 135 0103 0572 (emergencies)) www.vetinChina.com 思威（北京）国际动物医

Austrian Airlines C604, Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6464 5999) www.aua.com 奥地利航空, 朝阳区亮马

院有限公司, 朝阳区北京市朝阳区百子湾路后现代城3栋B座104底商

大街乙12号昆泰国际大厦1号楼2112室

Lee Pet Beijing’s largest pet store, oﬀering not only a diverse range of imported products, but also in-house grooming, photography and kennel services. 1) Mon-Fri 10am-9pm, Sat-Sun

Qantas Airlines Units 7-8, 10/F, West Tower, Twin Towers, 12B Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 888 0089) www. qantas.com.au 澳洲航空, 朝阳区建国门外大街

Compassion for Migrant Children (CMC) Provides both educational and community assistance to the children of migrant workers in Beijing. Contact for volunteer opportunities. Rm 233, 2/F, Xintai Bldg, 8 Xiaguang Li, Chaoyang District. (6465 6100/01, Fax 6465 6101, info@cmc-china.org) www.cmc-china. org 打工子弟爱心会, 朝阳区霞光里8号鑫泰大

The Wellness Centre Professionally qualiﬁed and registered psychologist oﬀers consultation, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups. Also experienced in working with small children. Call Rina at 15010080947 or e-mail rina290@gmail.com.

北京新天地国际动物医院, 朝阳区安家楼亮马桥路29号肯特中心院子内

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International Center for Veterinary Services (ICVS) All services in English and Mandarin. Licensed rabies vaccines. Mon-Sat 8am-8pm; Sun 10am-7pm (by appointment). Kent Center, 29 Liangmaqiao Lu, Anjialou (shares a courtyard with China Culture Center), Chaoyang District. (8456 1939/40/41, ICVS_CHINA@yahoo.com) www.ICVSASIA.com

Korean Air 901-3, Hyundai Motor Towers, 38 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8453 8137, 40065 88888) www.koreanair.com.cn 朝阳区霄

CAI Empowers the children of migrant laborers through creative arts education and team sports. Four core values – conﬁdence, courage, commitment and care – are taught through the programs. (8454 9633, info@cai-china.org) www.cai-china.org 儿童才艺行动

50号燕莎中心写字楼1层S106

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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Rm 1609-1610, 16/F, Bldg 1, Kuntai International Mansion, 12A Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 880 8222) www.klm.com 荷兰皇家航

SAS Scandinavian Airlines Rm 430, Beijing Sunﬂower Tower, 37 Maizidian Street, Chaoyang District. (8527 6100) www.ﬂysas. com 北欧航空, 朝阳区麦子店街37号盛福大厦430室

TRAVEL AGENCIES Asialive Travel Tailored tours of domestic and Asia destinations. A2306, Zhaowei Huadeng Plaza, 14 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5823 7217, contact@asialive.net.cn) www.asialive.net.cn 朝阳区朝阳区酒仙桥路14号兆维华灯大厦A2区3门A2306室内

Beijing Citybus Tour Service Daily 9am-8pm. Rm 1207, Scitech Tower, 22 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 650 0760) www.citybustour.com 北京赛笛芭诗城市观光旅行社, 朝阳区建国门外大街22号赛特大厦1207室

Bespoke Beijing Oﬀers local phone rental with a direct line to translation, expert advice and concierge services, combined with tailor-made mini-guides to Beijing. 38 Baofang Hutong, Dongcheng District. (6528 6603, info@bespoke-beijing.com) www. bespokebeijing.com 东城区报房胡同38号 China Holidays Tour operator with over 13 years’ experience in dealing exclusively with China. Specializes in creating itineraries that are tailored to show you the very best that China has to oﬀer. A1108, Nanxincang Business Tower, 22A Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng District. (6409 6567, contact@chinaholidays.com) www.chinaholidays.com 东城区东四十条甲 22号南新仓商务大厦A1108

China Odyssey Tours Provides private tours and customized itineraries for English speakers. No strangers or visits to places you’re not interested in. Tours include Englishspeaking tour guide, private air-conditioned vehicle and licensed driver. (0773 585 4000, contact@chinaodysseytours.com) www. chinaodysseytours.com CnAdventure Oﬀer 4x4 driving & horsetrekking tours into the Inner Mongolia grasslands. They also organize trips to Tibet & the Silk Road. Room 208-F, Daxiang Touzi Building, 1A Dongbinhe Lu, Dongcheng District. (5166 9102, assistant@cnadventure. com) www.cnadventure.com 太和旅行社, 东

京市东三环北路38号院1号楼28-31层

Free N Easy Travel Full service international travel agency provides air ticketing, hotel reservations and holiday packages. The agency oﬀers an ongoing Universal Studios Singapore Special costing from RMB 850 per person (includes hotel, transfer and theme park ticket). Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat-Sun 9am-1pm. Rm 1905, Bldg A, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 7754, fnebj@fnetravel.com) www. fnetravel.com 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外 SohoA座1905室

H.I.S. Japanese travel agency with 30 years of experience offers the Japan Rail Pass and competitively priced round-ticket flights to Japan. Rm 105B, Pacific Century Place, 2 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6539 1518, info-staff@his-china.com) www.xinriguolv. com 北京新日国际旅行社, 朝阳区工体北路甲2号盈科中心105B

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

Koryo Tours The leaders in travel to the DPRK (North Korea) organizing group tours and independent travel. East yard, 27 Beisanlitun Nan, Chaoyang District. (6416 7544, info@koryogroup.com) www.koryogroup.com 朝阳区北三里屯南27号东侧院

Mercurius World Travel Services A personalized and friendly travel agent that will provide continued English-language support for all of your international and domestic travel needs. 16G, Bldg B, Ginza Mall, 48 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (5139 6161, info@m-worldtravel.com) www. m-worldtravel.com 东城区东直门外大街48号东方银座B座16G

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

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

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British Airways Rm 2112, Bldg 1, Kuntai Int’l. Mansion, 12B Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6459 0081/2/3) www. britishairways.com 英国航空, 朝阳区朝阳门外 Cathay Paciﬁc 28/F, East Tower, Twin Towers, 12B Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (10800 852 1888/10800 152 1888) www. cathaypaciﬁc.com 朝阳区建国门外大街乙12号双子座大厦东塔28楼

Dragonair 28/F, East Tower, Twin Towers, 12B Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 888 6628) www.dragonair.com 港龙航空, 朝阳区建国门外大街乙12号双子座大厦东塔28楼

Ethiopian Airlines Rm 203, China World Tower 2, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 0314/0315/9692, 137 0128 1105, 139 1021 0370, fax 6505 4120) www. ethiopianairlines.com 朝阳区建外大街1号国贸

OCTOBER 2010

CLASSIFIEDS Commercial and service classifieds cost RMB 300 for the first 20 words, and RMB 15 for each additional word. To submit a classified ad: 1) e-mail: Phoebeli@truerun.com; 2) submit your ad directly on line at www. thebeijinger.com; 3) fax to 5820 7895. Free ads will be placed on a space-available basis and at the discretion of the editor. Deadline: the 15th of each month. For more information on how to place a classified advertisement in The Beijinger call our new number: 5820 7700-822 JOBS OFFERED - PROFESSIONAL see more at www.thebeijinger.com Linux Engineers / Admins: We are looking for experienced Linux engineers, server, infrastructure administrators in Beijing. Send resumes to jobs@maxinteraction.com. Professional hair stylists are needed: Yadia is an international hair salon, the company is currently seeking creative, professional native-speaking hair stylists for its flagship store located in Shang Du Soho. Required: Rich hairstyle experience is essential and working experience in international company is advantageous. Excellent Customer service skills. If you are interested and qualified, please call 5900 5020 or email your CV to hadty0203@yahoo.com.cn. JOBS OFFERED - SALES & MARKETING see more at www.thebeijinger.com Fullhome Real Estate Skills and qualifications: Previous property leasing/sale experience in Beijing is preferred but not essential; A strong command of English is required; Outstanding communication and negotiation skills; Self-motivated, hardworking, ready for pressure and challenge; Bachelor degree or above; Candidates with other language skills are welcome; Interested candidates should send CV to hr-bj@fullhomechina.com SERVICES - ACCOUNTING FIRMS see more at www.thebeijinger.com Wright & Kou Accountants Our licensed company provides these services: • Accounting and bookkeeping • Tax filing for corporations and individuals • HR and payroll • Banking and cashier • Business and tax advisory • Annual inspections • Setup and windup WFOE, Representative Office Tel: 8591-0295 Cell: 1590-148-8529 Email: Jenny @ wrightandkou.com JOBS OFFERED - TEACHING see more at www.thebeijinger.com Be part of our NEW programme of course, talks and workshops. Do you have an idea for a course, talk or workshop? Do you own a unique or interesting business? Are you an expert in an area of interest? If so then we are currently recruiting for passionate people to share their skills and experience with the rest of the expatriate community. The CrossBorder Expat Resource Centre provides language training, tutoring and personal learning for adults, children, ayis and drivers. We are looking for people with expertise in arts, crafts, music, food & wine, computer skills, job skills, cooking and much more to teach adults, children, ayis and drivers. If you have a passion for something then tell us! To share your ideas, skills, passion and experience please email FionaM@crossborder.com.cn

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SERVICES - CARPETS

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Vantone Commercial Center provides tenants a fully serviced office and conference center environment in the heart of both Chaoyang Business District and Financial Street. Our center located on the top floors of Vantone Center Tower D offers you fantastic panoramic views with professionally trained staff to support all your daily business needs. New World Vantone Business Center is ideally situated along the 2nd Ring Rd inside a landmark building. In addition, we have inhouse catering available to offer you the convenience of hosting events without seeking outside vendors. The Center is outfitted with high-end telecommunication, conference audio, video, lighting and office equipment ensuring unsurpassed quality and efficiency. www.VantoneCommercialCenter.com Tel: 010 8804 7200,5905 5905

Khawachen’s Beijing store is brand new. However their hand-woven carpets made of pure Tibetan highland sheep wool, ornamented with exquisite Tibetan designs and symbolism have been widely acclaimed domestically and internationally since 1994. Enjoy your leisurely shopping at KhawachenPioneer of Tibetan rugs, in the beautiful Chaoyang park. Tel: 5905 6311 E-mall: khawachenrugs@hotmail.com Website: www. innerasiarugs.com 3-2 FA, Solana Park, No.6, Chaoyang Park Road, Chaoyang District.

Beijing Service Apartment for Rent Daily/Monthly/Yearly! Locate Near Dongzhimen Subway, Sanlitun. Opposite Australia, Canada Embassy. New, Luxurious Decoration, Full Furniture, LCD TV, Wireless ADSL Internet, Fridge, Microwave, 24 hours Hot Water, Security, Cleaning Service. From CNY 300/night for Studio in Harbor City; CNY 390/night for studio with modern kitchen in Seasons Park, include utility cost. Also have studio, 1 - 4 bed room apartments in Seasons Park and other compounds in Beijing, from CNY 4,500/month for studio and CNY 6,500/month for 1 bedroom apartment (1 Year Contract). Email (subletcn@gmail.com) or Phone (008610-64912993, 64938285) for Discount Rate! Website: http://www.sublet.cn

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IQAir: Air pollution is a major environmental concern for everyone. The air we breath effects our health and well-being. IQAir has been providing clean air solutions for more than 45 years. With a certified actual efficiency of at least 99.97%, our Health Pro 250 model has received more #1 ratings than any other product on the market. Call today for a free air quality assessment of your home or office. The IQAir Store: Room 2201-02, Air China Plaza, 36 Xiao Yun Lu, Chao Yang District, Beijing 北京市朝阳区霄云路36号国航大厦2201-02室 Tel: 010-8447 5800 / 5488 Service Hotline: 400-6501266 www.theiqairstore.com E-mail: info@theiqairstore.com

Savills is a leading international property services group providing comprehensive, yet personalized residential leasing services. As part of the relocation package, orientation, home and school searches, immigration services, lease negotiation and preparation, tenancy management, and renewals can all be provided. Our team of highly-experienced and dedicated consultants is committed to providing exceptional and uncompromised customer service. www.savills-china.com JRE Corporate has rapidly expanded since its foundation into one of the largest real estate companies focusing on residential services. We boast the widest range of properties, the lowest prices and the value-added complete after-sales services throughout the whole lease term. Tel:5108 8028, 5108 8048, 13701080877 Fax: 5108 8039 Email: Joanna@joannarealestate. com.cn NCL Real Estate Services NCL Commercial services focus on the office leasing service for foreign companies. provides international clients with customer-orientated, attentive and responsible value-added residential services. NCL offers a complete stress free relocation service to expatriates. 汇盛行房地产经纪公司 Lease & rent : Apartments, Villas, Offices, etc. ROOM12-0606 JIANWAI SOHO 建外SOHO12号楼606室 Tel: 58691028; 13911758308 www. bjncl.com Fudou, The most considerate consultant in real estate. Beijing’s first “housekeeper-style” real estate consultancy. Thinks about what you may ignore. Deals with what you have no time to do. Helps manage your extra-money over budget. We provide one-stop service solutions including house purchasing and renting, house cleaning, moving, and house renovation, to meet your various needs. We aim to help you find the ideal residence in Beijing, enabling you to enjoy the wonderful environment of Beijing that is getting for the Olympic Games. Office: Room 1108, Building 12,Wanda Plaza, 93# Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing Tel:8610-5820 4845 lydia@fdzygw.co Waveland Realty is a leading residential and commercial property consulting company specializing in providing leasing and sale of superior properties, property management and investment consultation in the Beijing metropolitan area. Waveland Realty is one of the first and the best-known real estate companies in Beijing. Tel: 85805609/10/11 or 13901098016 Fax: 85805612 E-mail: sales@wavelandrealty.com Real Estate Law Services Our experienced real estate attorneys provide quality legal services to help foreign citizens to purchase and sell real properties in China. Tel: (8610) 8523 7766 ext. 125 or 126. Email: realestate@jtnfa. com. Website: www.jtnfa.com

SERVICES - AYI / HOUSEKEEPING see more at www.thebeijinger.com Beijing Ayi housekeeping Service Company: Experienced or trained Ayi are provided for foreign families in Beijing, all Ayi of our company have annual physical checkups and accidental insurance and can be changed by your request if not suitable for you. Call at 64345647, 64345648, or 13601307542 Email: service@bjayi.com Website: www. bjayi.com China Ayi Housekeeping Services is a branch of Shanghai Xun En Home Services, providing the advanced and professional, full time and part time home services: Housekeeping; Baby-sitter; Driver; Chinese & English tutor; Massage; Martial; Arts; Filipino Ayi, etc. Contact us: Tel: 010-65476698; 010-87016095; Mobile: 15201217243. 24 Hours. Email: chinaayi@yahoo.cn; www.chinaayi.com Beijing Sunnyhome Housekeeping Service Co., Ltd Services: Cleaning, Ironing, Cooking, Baby-care. Etc. Tel: 01064333473 www.bjayiservice.com, E-mail: home@bjayiservice.com Add: B523, No.26 Yard, Jiuxianqiao Zhong Lu, Chaoyang District. EX-PATS Life Group Serving expats and their lifestyle needs. EXPATS Life Group provides - Ayi placement, plus insurances, 24 hour hotline in English - Driver placement - Long and short-term vehicle leasing - Chinese driver’s license and vehicle registra tion, visa services - Mandarin classes Oﬃces in Beijing, Shanghai, Tianjin. Tel: 6438 1634, 135 0123 7792, ada.han@expatslife.com, www.expatslife.com

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SERVICES - DECORATION/DESIGN see more at www.thebeijinger.com DC Design Villa Bathroom Service Scope The art of living By studying the relationship between the body and water, we are not only able to help you create your dream bathroom, a space made of water, steam, colors and light, but also bring you the philosophy of living. All you need to do is to subscribe the DC Design Villa Bathroom Service Scope, and enjoy. 1) 1/F 30 Dongzhong Street, Dongzhimen, Dongcheng Distrct. 8:30-18:30 (010-6416 1485), or 2) 1/F Xin’an Mansion, 200 Zhenning Road, Shanghai. 8:30-18:30 (0216279 3649) www.dcdesign.com.cn 科马 DC Design 1)东城区东直门东中街30号一层(6415 2288); 2)上海市镇宁路200号欣安大厦西峰一层 (0216279 3

Boloni Experience Center As the biggest macro-home provider in China, Boloni has retained famous Italian designer Lino Codato to create an impressive new showroom. Covering 8,000 square meters, it will show the company’s “post minimalism” and European fashion trends. Featuring Kebao and Boloni decoration、along with Tellmach villa decoration for different styles of house and apartment. 100 meters north of Easyhome Mall on the North Fourth Ring Road (8489 9001 / 5134 8917) www. boloni.com.cn DURAVIT Almost 190 years ago Duravit’s history began in Hornberg in the Black Forest in Germany. George Friedrich Horn founded a small factory, initially producing earthenware crockery and giving way to the manufacture of sanitary ceramics at the beginning of the 20th century. Since then Duravit has been solely dedicated to “Living Bathrooms” and today offers complete bathroom solutions with ceramic sanitaryware, bathroom furniture and the recently established Bathtubs + Wellbeing product segment. More information? Please contact Duravit(Chin a)Sanitaryware Co., Ltd - Shanghai Sales Center, Unit A-D,10/F Jiushi Tower,28 Zhongshan Road(S),Shanghai(02163309922) www.duravit.cn SERVICES - GENERAL see more at www.thebeijinger.com EX-PATS Life Group Serving expats and their lifestyle needs. EX-PATS Life Group provides - Long and short-term vehicle leasing - Driver placement - Ayi placement, plus insurances, 24 hour hotline in English - Chinese driver’s license and vehicle registration, visa services - Mandarin classes Offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Tianjin. Tel: 6438 1634, 135 0123 7792, ada. han@expatslife.com, www.expatslife.com

CLASSIFIEDS First Choice Car Rental Service Co., Ltd. * Long term leasing for family or business. * Short term leasing for travelling, RMB200-RMB800/day * English-speaking drivers * Airport-Pick up/ drop oﬀ. * Sedan (Audi, Passat, Elantra etc.), Van (Buick Gl8, JinBei, Ford, Benz), Bus Tel: 8610-64340778, 13810156525(24 hours) Email: fccars@live.cn Web: www.fccars.cn

SERVICES - RELOCATION FIRMS

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AGS Since 1974, the AGS Group assists clients with their relocation needs, enabling them to move with complete peace of mind. AGS oﬀers a worldwide network of 125 branches ISO 9001:2008 certiﬁed and uses overseas agents, members of the major international organisations of the moving industry (FIDI, IAM.) Tel: 8532 5288 email: sales-beijing@agsfourwinds.com

Welcome joint the expatcar motor Club membership Expatcar saves you from the worry and Expense of breaking down anyplace, anytime. Mechanical ﬁrst aid Change of ﬂat tire Battery boost Towing& extrication service New car sales Used car sales Long-short term leasing Contact: service@expatcar.com Tel: 81523060 AAA expatcar www.expatcar.com The #1 solution for enjoyable driving in China New car sales Used car sales Leasing options Car service Driver license Car insurance Contact: sales@expatcar.com Tel: 81523060 Beijing Auto Service Center We are based in the Shunyi Villa district enabling us to quickly provide outstanding car-related services such as: * Car or Van Rental or Leasing * Selling/Buying Cars * Auto Insurance * Much more… Please visit our web site www.ascbj.com to learn more or E-mail us at: yan@ascbj.com. For assistance you can also call: (8610)-5128-0902 or (86) 158-0161-4480.

ASIAN TIGERS K. C. DAT (CHINA) Ltd. Is an international Relocation management specialist with twelve offices in China. We are ISO9002 and FAIM certified, members of OMNI and FIDI providing us worldwide representation in 1,000+locations. Our client base includes multinational companies, financial institutions and embassies. Tel: (010) 6415 1188 www.AsianTigersGroup.com

AGS Depuis 1974, le Groupe AGS oﬀre à ses clients toute une gamme de services permettant de déménager en toute sérénité. AGS c’est un réseau mondial de 125 agences certiﬁées ISO 9001:2008 et qui travaille avec des agents membres des grandes organisations internationales de l’industrie (FIDI, IAM ) Tel : 8532 5288 email salesbeijing@agsfourwinds.com

see more at www.thebeijinger.com www.alchinabiz.com A & L consulting provides urgent business services: Work permit, Resident permit, Business registration, Market penetration. Call: 8610-51286183 13701381127 13811627864 E-mail: info@alchinabiz.com

Seven Seas Worldwide If you pay the moving yourself, WE ARE ABSOLUTELY YOUR BEST CHOICE. Within 3m³(=24 large boxes) unbeatable price and safe service quality. More than 20,000 happy customers a year. PLUS: 1 month free storage in China. www.sevenseasworldwide.com. 24h hotline: 400 881 6698. More lovely price, more safety, more flexibility. DB Schenker is a German freight forwarding company with more than 2,000 offices in more than 130 countries worldwide which provides a wide scope of services. The relocation department professionally handles international, domestic and local household removals around the world door to door. For inquiries and consultations please contact our multilingual staffs: Email: relocations. bjs@dbschenker.com; Tel.: +86 10 8042 0416; Fax: +86 10 8048 0115; web: www.dbschenker. com.cn we make moving enjoyable!

1st English-version Software center: Supply very very cheap English-version software: MAC Software Series, Windows Software Series, PC Game…, also Repair Computer, Buying Old Computer, outcall service available. Hotline: 13621203167 http://www.tomsit.cn Address: Tom’s Shop, Hairun International Apartment, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District SERVICES - BUSINESS

CIM is located 50 metres away from Chaoyang Customs Oﬃce. CIM can provide a full range of moving, storage, record management and expatriate documentation services. Multilingual and professional staﬀ know what you expect and what makes you happy. Wherever you move, whenever you move, call CIM.Email: info@cimmover.com Web: www. cimmover.com

Asian Express is an expert in international, domestic, local household goods and oﬃce moving, storage and full relocation services. We have been servicing Mainland China since 1980, which makes us one of the most experienced moving companies. Call today and get an obligation FREE quotation from our multilingual expat staﬀ. Tel: (010) 8580-1471 Fax: (010) 8580-1475 Email: beijing@aemovers. com.hk. Website: www.aemovers.com.hk

Silverway Packing Assistance/Packing Materials Home/Office Moving/Piano Handling Wooden Casing/Long Distance Trucking Air/Sea Freight Forwarding Tel: 010-65485508, Email:beijing@silverway-china.com SERVICES - PRINTING see more at www.thebeijinger.com 10 YEARS OF HIGH QUALITY Production Printing experience and Marketing Promotion in all fields ranging from corporate adaptation to simple business brochures / pamphlet / leaflet / flyers. Clients include many corporate 500 companies as well as over 10 Five Star Hotels. SERVICES - HOME APPLIANCES see more at www.thebeijinger.com

AsiaBS & B.String Professional accountant and Corporation forming 1. Setting-up Hongkong, BVI and other offshore company 2. Setting-up the WFOE, Joint Ventures, Representative Offices in China 3. Opening the bank a/c Tel: 8610 5869 6579 Website: www.AsiaBS.com; www. Stringbc.com E-Mail: info@stringbc.com Austen Morris Associates provide independent financial advice for expatriates, including children’s education planning, retirement planning, protfolio management and tax efficient investments. Call for an initial consultation. Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm, Ste 2509, Beijing Silver Tower, 2 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. 64107030. www. austenmorris.com

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Smeg's clever combinations of features, technology and style have produced the truly versatile series of Opera Range Cookers. The serious cook can select a beautiful design object to enhance the kitchen, which can reﬂect the skill of its owner by providing excellent culinary results from its wealth of functions and features. Smeg Appliances are constantly in line with the latest design trends. All features, from control knobs to handles, are designed to combine ease of use with innovation and research. These cookers are appealing, practical yet distinctive and styled to enhance the appearance of modern kitchens. All models are easy to use, easy to clean, reliable and manufactured to meet stringent safety and quality standards. EUROIDEA’s showroom:1)Rm 1-003,Tower 2 ,Easy Home,65 Beisihuandonglu,Chaoyang District, Beijing(13401091092),or 2)No.3033,Kaixuanl u,Xuhui District,Shanghai (02154258960). 展厅1)北京市朝阳区北四环居然之家2号厅 1-003(13401091092);2)上海市徐汇区凯旋路 3033号甲(021-54258960).

Lee Pet PetSmart, America’s largest retailer of pet products and services, operates on this side of the globe under the name Lee Pet. Its Chaowai Soho branch is now Beijing’s largest pet store, offering not only a diverse range of imported products, but also in-house grooming,photography and kennel services. Mon-Fri 10am-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9.30pm. Unit 3097, Bldg A, Chaowai Soho, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (5900 5499) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号朝外SOHO A座3层3097 Leepet chain stores’ location: 1. Golden Resources Shopping Mall 4th floor; Suite: 4119 乐宠金源新燕莎MALL店: 北京市海淀区远大路1号金源燕莎购物中心 4层西侧4119 (停车楼4层E28口) 电话: 01088870706 2. Longde Square Shopping Mall Suite: B118,tangli road, Changpin district 龙德广场店: 北京市昌平区立汤路186号龙德广场地下一层B118铺位, 电话: 010-84841916 3. Land gent chateau store #4 building, guangqu road, Chaoyang district. 石韵浩庭店: 北京市朝阳区广渠路33号石韵浩庭04号楼 04底商, 电话: 010-87769602 4. Leepet animal hospital ( 24 hours) #9 Lincui Street, Chaoyang District 乐宠丽派特动物医院: 北京市朝阳区林萃路9号院5-6底商, 电话: 010-58213503 Hotline: English: 138 1029 5757 SERVICE - IMPORT & EXPORT see more at www.thebeijinger.com CTH (Beijing) Import & Export offers professional import export service. • Custom clearance • Import Export agency • Sourcing in China • Air/Sea transportation Tel: (010)67980408 or 15801308466 Email: info@cthtrading.com cth_ lee@hotmail.com www.cthtrading.com SERVICES - TRANSLATION/WRITING see more at www.thebeijinger.com Mag Translation has a professional team of translators and interpreters for nearly thirty languages. Services include: Document Translation / Interpretation /Certified Translation (officially recognized stamps) / Business Liaison / Voice Over /Transcription. Quality and Punctuality are conscientiously guaranteed! Contact: magtranslation@gmail. com, 86-10-51663597, 86-13811295972, www. magtranslation.com Beijing MicroMice Translation “Translate to transcend”. As a member of Translators Association of China, MicroMice Translation has a decade experience in offering Beijing expatriates sustainable and professional translation services, including document & website translation, escort, conference and telephone interpreting, and multi-lingual customized solutions. Quick Response & Delivery. Affordable Price & High Quality.Hotline: 1380 1130 910 (7*24); 010-8425-6886 (9:00am6:00pm) www.micromice.com.cn SERVICES - HOME ACCESSORIES see more at www.thebeijinger.com Qianmen Carpet Co. One of the city’s most reputable rug merchants sells antique carpets from Tibet, Qinghai, Xingjiang and Inner Mongonlia, as well as reproductions and contemporary creations.

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CLASSIFIEDS Rouge Baiser-Elise The French designer Elise de Saint-Guilhem creates very exclusive collections using beautiful linen and handmade embroideries: bedding, tablecloths, cushions, curtains... Also available in the boutique her collection of children bedding, clothes and nightwear, and tunics and pyjamas for adults. Mon-Sat 10:00am-7:00pm, Sunday 11:30am-5pm. (6464 3530)

US Tax Return Preparation US CPA with more than 15 years of experience preparing US tax returns for expatriates working overseas. Tel.10-8559 1772/ 136 0133 6223. Email: winnie@sinousconsulting.com SERVICES - LANGUAGE TRAINING see more at www.thebeijinger.com

Duravit with a history of almost 200 hundred years, Duravit is a German company that specializes in offering complete bathroom solutions. They stock ceramic sanitary ware, bathroom furniture and also boast a recently established bathtubs and wellbeing product range, Duravit Shanghai Sales Center, Blag B-D, 10/F, Jiushi Tower, 28 Zhongshan Nanlu, Shanghai (021-6330 9922) Easy Home Enormous selection of paint, tiles, doors, windows, false ceilings, wallpapers, stone slabs, tiles, wood flooring, carpeting, light fixtures and more. Daily 10.00am9.00pm,1) Golden Resources Outlet, Yuanda Lu, Haidian District, (8887 3558) 2).Yuquanying Outlet, 58 Nansanhuan Xilu, Fengtai District, (8367 9622) 3). Shilihe Outlet, 106 Dayangfang Lu, Shibaili Dian, Chaoyang District, (6730 5322 / 8463 9988) B&Q, This UK-based company stocks around 40000 different products in its Beijing superstore, including flooring, bathroom and kitchen material, doors, windows, paints, hardware, tools, curtains, fabrics, furniture and a fabulous drill section. Mon-Fri 9.00am-9.00pm, Sat-Sun 9.00am-9.30pm 1) Maliandao Store, 10 Maliandaolu, Xuanwu District, (6331 6611); 2) Golden Season Srore,117 xisihuan Beilu, Haidian District, (8846 6611); 3) Jianxiang Store, 200m south of Jianxiangqiao on eastern side of the street, Chaoyang District. (6235 6611); 4) Nine Dragons Store, 1km east of Shuangjiangqiao, Chaoyang District, (8776 8811);

Cangjie Mandarin School 1. Spoken Chinese, HSK, BCT, YCT, busi ness Chinese 2. Beijing Life Tour and practical Chinese: every weekend 3. short-term priavet course: rmb1000/ 20lessons from 7:30am-9pm Mon-Sun 4. free chinese culture class: 8th, 15th,17th,29 th Free pronunciation class: 22th, 23th Tel: 6591-0933 1324-174-0100 Room 703, Heng’an Building South of the Paciﬁc center (D,Tuanjiehu station, Subway line 10)

TailorMade Chinese Center Get concrete results right from the start! •Trained accredited teachers all graduated in Teaching Chinese as Second Language • Practical and eﬃcient methodology • Tailor- made training programs • International management team • Clean & relaxing environment. Private Lessons, Group Lessons, HSK, Online and others... Get a Free Lesson to make your mind up! Beijing CBD Location: 0810, Shangdu Soho, North Tower B, Chaoyangqu, Dongdaqiao Lu 8 hao, 010-5900 5420, www.tailormadechinese.com

The Frontiers School- Makes Chinese Easy. Founded in 2003 by a team of dedicated language teachers, we oﬀer full and part time courses as well as programs tailored speciﬁcally to you or your company’s requirements – backed up by after-course support and competitive pricing in Beijing’s most accessible location. Make the right choice for your Chinese Language Journey –choose The Frontiers School.

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Computer and Email Specialists: Call CANDIS for free network security audits. CANDIS specializes in oﬃce network installation with 24/7 Bi Lingual Support. Services include structured cabling, telephone systems, network installation, dedicated broadband and hosting services. Tel: 010-6464 0108 www.candis.com.cn IT is so easy – CenturyTang provide IT Outsourcing Service from ￥300/ month for enterprise, IT Outsourcing include: Server maintenance & troubleshooting; PC maintenance & troubleshooting; Software troubleshooting & update; Printer & Network equipment maintenance; Enterprise level Anti-virus; Weekly/Monthly backup/restore. Contact Eric Wu at 1350 120 8862 or 010-5979 5301. Website: www.100tang.cn SERVICES - TAX see more at www.thebeijinger.com 1040 US & CHINA TAX SERVICES Licensed & personalized US and China individual income tax specialists with over 15 years experiences. For tax return preparation and consultation services, please contact us: 1040 Consulting Service Co., Ltd. www.1040-cn.com / contact@1040-cn.com M: 139-1131-4957 / P: (86 10) 5923-1099

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The Bridge School, voted as “the best Chinese language school” by city weekend’s readers’ survey, has a history of 18 years and 3 locations in Beijing. There are about 100 committed teachers and over 40 contracted companies/embassies. Our own textbooks including memory cards and cds are published by Beijing Culture and Language University. We are authorized as test centre for HSK and BCT exam and have been broadcasting the column "Chinese Studio" in FM91.5 MHz China radio international. Since our founding in 1998, the Beijing Mandarin School’ unique spoken Chinese teaching methods have been imitated by many other schools but have not yet be replicated. Beijing Mandarin School obtains a good reputation among foreigners. More than 60 teachers; tailor made textbooks; voted “The Professional Chinese Language School”; also recommended by BBC News by Helen Leavey on Monday, 9 January 2006. We also oﬀer Chinese culture class, Chinese cooking class; paper-cutting class & visa service and apartment rental service. Free Chinese Chit Chat on every Thursday 14:00-15:30 or 19:00-20:30, new group classes start on October.11th and 25th, 2010. E-tower: Room 904-905, E-tower, Guanghua Road, Chaoyang District. (数码01大厦9层904室) Tel: 6508 1026 Fax: 6508 1126 Guangming Hotel: Room 0709, 7/F, Guangming Hotel oﬃce building, Liangmaqiao Road No.42, Chaoyang District (光明饭店7层0709室) Tel: 84418391/ 157 1119 5718 beijingmandarinschool@yaho o.com.cn www.beijingmandarinschool.com

BLCU Chinese Training Courses The Training Center of Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) offers on-campus and online courses for non-Chinese speakers. Our courses include Practical Chinese, Commercial Chinese, Bilingual Translation, HSK guidance and VIP course. * 010-82303010/3363 (on-campus); 010-82303820-19(online) * www.etraining.org.cn; www.echineseblcu.com; * 133 North Section of Main Building, BLCU, 15 Xueyuan Road, Haidian District, Beijing

Gaoli is a professional Chinese language school with guaranteed teaching quality and more than 10years history. We will refund money if the student hasn’t improvement after 5hours study. Our main course: Spoken Chinese (maximum 5 people in a class); Intensive course(4hours/day; 6hours/day); HSK preparation course; HSK oral &writing test preparation; BCT(Business Chinese Test) preparation Time table for HSK preparation: Sept,06~Oct,15; Oct,18~Nov,12; Nov,15~Dec,10; Dec,20~Jan,25,2011 Time table for BCT preparation: Aug,16~Oct,15; Oct,18~Dec,03 Our training for entry to Peking University,Peking University Health Science Center, Tsinghua University and Renmin University of China is on application. Address: 2nd floor, Block A, Haisheng Group, No.45 Chengfu Rd., Wudaokou, Hai dian district. Mandarinzone School----Mandarin made easy Group classes are seeking more students Free Trial: 010-6538-0023 Margaret: 135-2168-0097(English) www.mandarinzone.net info@mandarinzone.net Room1208, Tongguang Building (In Sanlitun area, Tuanjiehu Station, Subway Line 10, Nearby Chaoyang Park) Fesco International Teaching Center: Mandarin and Cultural Courses 85618287 85636133 www.fescomandarin. com.cn yxz@fescobusiness.com.cn fss@fescobusiness.com.cn Berlitz is for people who are serious about speaking a new language. Join us for a free demonstration ad experience the Berlitz Method of over 131 years. Sign Up now! Add: Suit 801, Sunjoy Mansion, No.6 Ritan Road Contact person: ariana.an@berlitz.com.cn Tel:6593 0478. Website:www.berlitz.com.cn Mandarin Tutor Experienced tutor with a proven track record is committed to delivering high quality tutoring to students of all levels. Able to customize both long-term studying plan and intensive travel, business programs. RMB 80 at flexible schedule and location. Chad Jiang: 136-7113-1173 SERVICES - OFFICE LEASING see more at www.thebeijinger.com Regus Business Centre: +86-400-120-1205 www.regus.cn Regus is the world’s leading global provider of innovative workspace solutions, with products/services ranging from fully-equipped offices, virtual offices, meeting rooms/videoconference to business lounges. Regus has 8 centres in Beijing: China Life Tower | China World Trade Centre T3 | Excel Centre | Kerry Centre | Lufthansa Centre | NCI Centre | Pacific Century Place | Zhongguancun Metropolis Tower.

The Pentagram Chinese Language Institute (PCLI) is located at Tuanjiehu, close to the Embassies area and Chaoyang Park, with abundant faculty resources. PCLI provides efﬁcient and various Chinese training.Order the course online will get 5% discount! PCLI main courses: Survive Chinese/ Beginner Chinese/ Business Chinese /Kids Chinese / Online Chinese Course. PCLI can help students to order hotel or homestay and provide Visa service, Pick-up service and free Chinese test. www.pentagram-chinese. com Tel: +86 -10 - 6500 5755 Email: info@pentagram-chinese.com Sanlitun Location: Rm 301, RuiChen International center, No.13,NongZhangGuan South Road,Chaoyang District, Beijing,China (east of Sanlitun about 500m) 北京朝阳农展馆南路13号瑞辰国际中心301室(三里屯东 500米)

APBC Offices is a premium boutique serviced office offering a unique mix of cuttingedge design and state-of-the-art technology. Each centre is one of a kind to fit the needs of the discerning business executive who demands the best and is looking to impress that prospective client. apbcOffices is all about the details and experience. Be it meeting space, serviced or virtual office, our professional, bilingual and experienced team of international service standard service will go the extra mile to ensure all your requirements are met. APBC Offices is fast expanding with strategically located serviced offices in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Beijing and Shanghai. www.apbcoffices.com Tel: 010 5920 8333

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SBC Business Service (Beijing) Co., Ltd. Hotline: +86 10 59231166 Http: www.sbc.com.hk SBC was founded in 1995 as a leading business service and company register agency in Hong Kong. SBC is your best partner in setting up your representative office and in looking for instant office or virtual office services. In Beijing, SBC provides 52 offices to you, with over 2300sqm space. At SBC, our mission is to facilitate you to open the door to the world of maximum possibilities with minimum cost. Top Product: 1. Instant Office, 2. Virtual Office , 3. Conference Service, 4. Registration Support. Add: 11/F, Tower A, Gateway, No. 18 Xiaguangli, North Road, East Third Ring, Chaoyang District, Beijing. Servcorp is recognized as the world’s finest serviced offices and Virtual Office provider. We are located in the prestigious addresses of Beijing surrounded by most of the major 5-star Hotels and shopping malls. Our professional team, state of the art technology and multi-function meeting rooms provide a total business solution and mobility. Oriental Plaza, W2, L6 and E2 L19, East Chang’an Avenue, Dongcheng District, Tel: 6810-8520 0000; China Central Place, Tower 3, L24, No.77 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District Tel: 68108588 0033 Need an office? World Trade Center will be your best choice in Beijing, located in the mature Lufthansa business circle, surrounded by embassies, right next to airport highway and subway station, providing fully equipped office space and conference room for rent with sensible pricing, flexible lease terms and first class services under the international brand name World Trade Center. http://www.chinawtc.com/clubs/bj.asp juneyoung@chinawtc. com 8610-65906663 CEO SUITE Beijing is your 1-stop business solution center designed to cater for all your business requirements: short term offi ce space rental (hourly, daily, monthly), professional tel-answering & secretarial services, video-conferencing & secretarial services, video-conferencing & meeting facilities, company registration, staff recruitment and offi ce administrative services. CEO SUITE guarantees a team of qualifi ed & resourceful members to ensure a stress- and hassle – free business stay in Beijing. Centrally located in Beijing’s newest Twin Towers, CEO SUITE boasts great view from the 10th fl oor. A direct underground subway system within the Tower ensures a more pleasant journey to work rain or shine! Log on our website www.ecosuite.com for more information. The Executive Center located in the heart of Beijing’s new 3rd embassy district, immediately adjacent to the new US, French and Korean embassies. Facilities include 32 full furnished and equipped offi ces, small meeting room, Boardroom, and a 50 person capacity training facility, video and teleconferencing facilities, secretarial and IT support services on-site. 5-star hotel facilities in the vicinity include the Renaissance and Hilton and Beijing International Airport is only a 15-minute drive away. 1701 Millennium Tower, 38 Xiaoyun Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, Tel: 6410 8588 Website: www.executivecentre.com Towers Offices at Oriental Plaza The Towers consists of eight office towers with business support facilities like function rooms for meetings, seminars and training, an executive business center and a full video conferencing center. Serviced offices cost upwards of USD700 per month.1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8518 4411) www. orientalplaza.com

Homes for Expats by Expats Home Abroad (www.homeabroad.com.cn) currently owns and operates nearly 70 rental properties in Beijing. Our properties are located in well established communities such as the River Garden, Jia Hao (Gahood) Parkview Tower, & Goldfield International complexes. All of our properties are either newly constructed or completely renovated with smart layouts for greater functionality along with updated facilities built with the highest grade materials. Our aim is to modernize and revitilize the properties you want to be in, in the community you want to be in! St. Regis Residences Beijing, 21 Jian Guo Men Wai Da Jie, STREGIS.COM /Beijing with 70 apartment residences, ranging from one to four bedrooms, the ideally situated fully serviced St. Regis apartments provide residents with unparalleled levels of service and beautiful facilities with numerous benefits including complimentary St. Regis Spa & Club Membership, breakfast buffet at the legendary St. Regis butler service and much more. Tel: 86. 10. 6460 6688 or 13501351113 Oliver Yang for more information. The Westin Beijing, Financial street executive residences 9b financial street, Xi Cheng District Beijing 100032 PRC China Tel: 86 10 6606 8866, Fax: 86 10 6606 8899 website: www.westin.com/beijingfinancial The executive residences offer a combination of studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments. Each apartment is contemporary in design and features the Westin signature products. The residence also provides complimentary high speed Internet and continental breakfast. For more information or to make a reservation please visit www.Westin.com/beijingfinacial or call 86 10 6606 8866 Oakwood Apartments Beijing with 236 residences, offering stylish and contemporary interiors, in studio, One/Two and Three Bedroom floor plans between 58-171 m2, Located within the Ocean Express commercial and residential complex and nestled within landscaped gardens, The floor to ceiling windows afford wide views over the city or garden area and gives each apartment plenty of natural light and space. Major commercial buildings are just moments away. Facilities include coffee corner, 24 hours reception and concierge service and fully equipped fitness center, Tel: 8446 5888 Fax: 8446 7259 SERVICES - OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE see more at www.thebeijinger.com

Villa Lifestyles has been serving the Shanghai and Beijing communities for four years. Our goal is to provide you with quality name brand products backed by impeccable service. We have the widest selection of BBQ’s and accessories, the Mosquito Magnet, trampolines, IQAir Air Puriﬁers and more. Give us a call to see how we can be of service to you. Euro Plaza 4th Floor No.99 Yu Xiang Road, Tianzhu Town, Shunyi District, Beijing 101300 北京市顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆广场四层 Store: 010-8046 1260; 6457 1922 www. villalifestyles.cn info@villalifestyles.cn

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cost of new lenses and flashes and Class 6 SD cards: taking lots and lots of pictures of her. It’s a strategy I devised after years of observation of the relationship between Chinese women and photography. That relationship has, I’m glad to report, changed a great deal as photography has become so ubiquitous. But not so long ago, most of the pictures affixed to any given Beijing girl’s wall would have been of herself. In at least one of them her hand, palm down with fingers gracefully

I’VE DEVISED A FIENDISH STRATEGY TO KEEP MY WIFE FROM INQUIRING TOO CLOSELY ABOUT THE COST OF NEW LENSES AND FLASHES AND CLASS 6 SD CARDS curved upward, would be cradling her chin; in another, she’d have the blossoming branch of some tree held to her cheek. That’s been replaced by the V fingers, which are only slightly less irksome. To be fair, American girls might not instinctively flash victory in the presence of a camera, but an alarming percentage do that pursed kissy-lips thing in the drunken bar or frat party photos that get posted to Facebook. These things I ﬁnd so funny are of course a vestige of a time in China when having your

picture taken was a big deal, my wife reminds me, and it’s not fair to mock – especially for a guy who’s throwing the Metal horns in at least 80 percent of the pictures he’s been in over the last ten years. But indulge me in one more observation about photography in China. It’s less common now, but married Chinese couples once invariably had outsize hunsha zhao – wedding gown photos – hanging in their living rooms, the bride usually so caked in makeup as to be unrecognizable. Literally unrecognizable. The other day I heard about a Beijing couple who, after ten years of being told by visiting friends that the people in the gigantic wedding photo they had above their living room sofa looked nothing like them, ﬁnally checked with the studio where it had been taken. Sure enough, there had been a mix-up. They’d had someone else’s mawkish, softfocus monstrosity on their wall all those years. Seriously, though, I’ve often recommended writing – even if it’s just posts to your Twitter or Facebook account or e-mails home to Mom – as a great way to crystallize your experience living in Beijing in this remarkable time. I’m discovering that photography is the same thing. At least on its occasional smog-free days, Beijing is actually a decently photogenic city, with a good mix of squalor and chic, timelessness and hypermodernity. I’m sure I’ll start posting lots of pictures once I stop completely sucking as a photographer. Oh, and this might not be the place for it, but anyone want to buy a used bread machine?

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n a bright Sunday morning in August, my spirits buoyed by one of those rare @BeijingAir tweets that actually pronounced the atmosphere to be “good,” I finally succumbed to a longstanding lust and bought myself a nice camera. With digital SLRs having gotten quite affordable, and with any dummy (e.g. me) able in principle to take decent pictures, I figured the time was right. I forked out my money for the Canon model I’ve been reading so much about online, and which came recommended by so many friends, and embarked on my latest modestly expensive hobby. Since that day I’m rarely without the thing, annoying my children and coworkers as I experiment with different f-stops and ISOs. True, I was the same way with different yeasts and wholewheat flours in the weeks after I bought my bread machine. In my defense, though, bread takes like five hours, and you can’t just delete failed loaves, or even keep giving them to your in-laws (which worked for a while before they got wise). Alas, poor bread machine: It was with no small pang of guilt that I conceded you no longer deserve your place of honor on the countertop by the rice steamer, and condemned you to the back of a cupboard. Anyway, the camera and assorted peripherals are much more expensive and technically complex than the stupid bread machine, and therefore apt to keep my attention longer. This stuff really does add up. But I’ve devised a fiendish strategy to keep my wife from inquiring too closely about the