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Beijing As You’ve Never Seen It Before

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STYLE ARTS & CULTURE SPORTS LIVING EXPLORE LISTINGS CLASSIFIEDS

Beijing Folk: Passionate about pomegranates Talk About Town: So, what are your stats? Scene & Heard: Sitting pretty and striking poses … plus your chance to win great prizes Feature: What is China’s next generation of environmentalists doing right now? Clad in their school uniforms, they’re inventing robots and designing waste management projects in their own communities …

We delved into dusty archives, crunched numbers, sketched out complicated diagrams and ran multiple computer simulations … to bring you a vision of Beijing as you’ve never seen it before What’s New: Tonton & Tata, Transit, Dali Renjia, Cafe of Sydney, The Bistro, Wurstbude, Mitao Feature: Savory pie chart Taste Test: Who’s got the best hummus? Back for More: Bleu Marine’s peppery steak

What’s New: Mokihi, Pure Girl, The V Clubhouse: LTJ Bukem A Drink With: Mu Yu of Streetkids Master Mind: Pat Walsh of The Green Cap Have You Met: Swedish rockers Ef Playlist: Mou Chenggang of Dime Records Livehouse: Anberlin … plus reviews of Long Shen Dao, Generation Six, The Streets and Beady Eye What’s New: Wuhao, mercibeaucoup, Sawaha Inspect A Gadget: Digital cameras with sweet looks and very smart shutters Fashion 5-0: Uniforms Get The Look: Minimalism Features: Slam poetry, corporal punishment, talking dogs, and Peter Hessler interviews Yan Lianke Bookshelf: Emma Donoghue … plus reviews and previews of What Women Want, Three Sisters and Bill Aitchison’s one-man show

Feature: Tee up – it’s time to get golﬁng Q&A: Beijing Hockey Club

Health Feature: Taking care of your eyes Hands On: Indoor bouldering Q&A: Get your fresh organic veggies at County Fair

Long Weekend: Vietnam Feature: Tokyo, the Tomorrowland of Yesteryear

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

92 Ich Bin Ein Beijinger: Kaiser ponders the social power of social media

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CITY SCENE PEKING PIC

Happy New Ears. Photo by Mattia Baldi Got a Peking Pic? Send it to win@thebeijinger.com for a chance to win an RMB 300 voucher for Flamme.

GENERATION GAP OMG, I got soooooo nominated “Best For Impressing Visitors” in the Beijinger’s Reader Restaurant Awards!

More like “Best For Depressing Locals” ... BOOYAH!

This month’s cover mosaic was created from our photo archive by Jonathan White.

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EDITOR'S LETTER

tatistics are ace. Fact. I l have loved them since I found out in maths class that probability was the basis for gambling. Whatever form they take – books about them (Schott’s Original Miscellany), books based on them (Moneyball and Outliers) or websites dedicated to their visual representation (Strange Maps) – statistics are clearly great. At the Beijinger, statistics appeal to our collective inner nerd. As George Bernard Shaw would have it, “It is the mark of a truly intelligent person to be moved by statistics.” That’s why we have dedicated this issue to the visual representation of things that you probably didn’t know about our city and this country but that we thought you should. Over the last 16 months (or 1.3333 years or the average lifespan of a US five-dollar bill in circulation or the average gestation period of an Indian rhino, as you prefer), I’ve had the pleasure of composing this Letter from the Editor. I’ve reread them all and here are the stats. • Thundercat Lion-O appears just as often as Margaret Thatcher, which makes sense as they were both power ful redheads who had an inexplicable popularity in the ’80s. • I make apologies on average every six to eight months. Sorry about that. • The ratio of references to alcohol vis-à-vis

food is 5:2. The alcohol (e.g. Champagne) is always classier than the food (e.g. McVitie’s Jaffa Cakes). • The majority of my editor’s letters mention my childhood. Take that, beijingkids. • It can’t really be a Letter from the Editor without a mention of my mum and my dad. My dad always appears more often. Like just now. • A quarter of these letters feature the lovingly remembered onset of an addiction. • On average, there are 0.6 innuendoes per month, with some bigger than others. • Britain or the UK has a 3/4 chance of being featured (either directly or indirectly). • The chance of a weak joke appearing is almost 100 percent. One such example would be: “How do you know you're talking to an extroverted statistician? He's looking at YOUR shoes.” • And finally, in 90 percent of cases, these letters end with the message that you should read this month’s magazine. This is not one of the other 10 percent. Read this issue – it’ll make you think.

Jonathan White Managing Editor Don’t forget to vote in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards on TheBeijinger.com. Balloting closes on Mar 14.

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SCENE & HEARD

Acupuncture Records celebrated the release of their three-year album with late-night shenanigans at The House on Jan 14. Photos courtesy of Acupuncture Records

Funk Fever DJs, special guest DJs and friends descended on Migas for the crewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Second Anniversary Party on Feb 18. Photos courtesy of Funk Fever

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River Club’s Michelin-starred Executive Chef Marco Sacco hosted a cooking class at River Club on Jan 12. Photos by Emily Young

The Canadian Alumni Network (CAN) hosted “The 7th Canadian Formal: Winterlude!” with over 125 alumni at the St. Regis Hotel on Jan 15. Photo courtesy of Emily Cheung

Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast hosted Taiwanese pop star Hsiao Ching Teng on Feb 16. Director of Operations Faqueer Ahmad greeted Hsiao during his stay. Photo courtesy of Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast

Scarlet Blue Restaurant & Disco held its soft opening party on Feb 14. Photo courtesy of Scarlet Blue Restaurant & Disco

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GOING UNDERGROUND

READER LETTERS Got an opinion? We’d sure like to hear it. E-mail us at editor@thebeijinger.com. Published letters will get you a free large pizza, salad or pasta, and bottle of New Zealand wine from the lovely fellas at Gung Ho! Pizza. Dear Editor, The article “Paper Trail” in your January edition was colourful and emotive, though far from the mark with many inaccuracies. Unfortunately Gabriel Monroe did not seek comment from Asia Pulp and Paper (APP), the sole reference being Greenpeace. We would have been happy to contribute. Though with many environmental challenges, one area where China is world leader is afforestation. Sixty years ago coverage was only 8.6%. Now it is over 20%. For sustainability, plans exist to have 28% of China forested. This is laudable compared to Europe, where the UK languishes at 12%, the Netherlands at 9%, with paper consumption five times that of China. While paper industries in North America and Europe have underinvested, in China APP and others have invested heavily in clean production. In reaction competitors are taking protectionist antidumping cases in Washington and Brussels to keep out Chinese products. Indonesia is a complex situation. With forestry cover of 49%, it is under twin pressures of a rapidly growing population and high economic growth. The government is juggling the goal of pulling its rural masses out of crushing poverty with the impact on the environment. Deci-

sions affecting Indonesians should be taken by the sovereign, democratic government in Jakarta, not by Greenpeace in Amsterdam. Unlike others, APP welcomes the recent Indonesian moratorium on new concessions for plantations, mines and agriculture. For readers seeking to know more about APP’s sustainability efforts in China can go to www.papercontract.com. For reviewing Indonesian projects for the Sumatran tiger, Javan rhino and orang-utans go to www.asiapulppaper.com. Notable are the Sumatran biosphere reserve, the first public-private partnership ever approved by UNESCO, the Senepsis tiger sanctuary and rhinos of Ulong Kulon National Park. So why is Greenpeace so focussed attacking paper production in China and Indonesia, rather than campaigning in Europe? Perhaps it has more to do with not upsetting funders in Europe than advancing the welfare of people in China and Indonesia. APP is happy to meet Gabriel Monroe and Greenpeace. Yours sincerely, Huang Xiaomin PR Director, APP China

YONGHEGONG, LINES 2 AND 5 SELLING POINT

Not only is it a prime tourist spot (both the Lama Temple and the Confucius Temple are within walking distance to the subway), but it’s also home to some of Beijing’s most happening hutongs.

EAT

Vineyard Café first set the bar in Wudaoying Hutong with its prized English breakfasts and pizzas. Greek restaurant Argo down the road makes a mean hummus and baba ghanoush. Fans of Yunnan food swear by Aimo Town, located in nearby Fangjia Hutong.

PLAY

Check out Columbia University’s architecture galler y Studio-X in Fangjia Hutong, where in-the-know expats often flock to attend the

latest lectures, exhibits and other events. Afterwards, grab a drink at hutong bar El Nido – they’ve got one of the best selections of beer in town, along with absinthe and infused brandy and vodk a. If you want to dance, Wudaoying Hutong’s electro club School has you covered.

SHOP

There’s two Dong Liang Studios in Wudaoying Hutong – both stock only Chinese designers, but the newer one has a more refined selection. Besides hosting Beijing’s first Ethical Trade Fair, Brand Nü also serves as a charity shop – a place where you can drop off unwanted goods that’ll be redesigned, sold and reused, with all profits directly benefitting women from China’s impoverished rural areas.

BEIJING FOLK

ANTIOXIDANT MAN by Emily Young

in Yongsheng owns the juice shop Früt Actually in Sanlitun Village North. He moved to Beijing from Shandong in 1997.

It usually takes me centuries to finish a pomegranate. It’s a good

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I think this tastes luxurious. A lot of people do. I remember one customer made a special trip here to buy it on her birthday, and another girl kept bringing in her mom to have pomegranate juice. I take the trouble to make it. It’s probably the only place in town serving such quality pomegranate nectar.

What are your favorite products? Let me pick one from each category. For juice, I’ll go for pomegranate, which reflects my working philosophy – focus on details and never be afraid to go the extra mile. For smoothies, I’ll say the Pineapple Orange smoothie; each element contributes its own notes, like a perfume. And for hot drinks, I love rooibos tea the best. Rooibos tea? Good to know. It’s really hard to find here in town. Yes, we have it, the King of Anti-

oxidants – grown only in South Africa. It’s naturally sweet and slightly nutty, and its lack of caffeine and low levels of tannins allow me to drink it whenever I like.

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU & SUI

What’s your star product? Definitely pomegranate juice. Hong Huang’s fashion shop Brand New China is nearby, so she often comes in to get a cup of pomegranate juice. She even recommended it on Weibo. Thanks to that, perhaps, this juice is getting popular. It’s already become the favorite of most of our customers.

idea to make it drinkable. Indeed. See this machine? I t is specifically designed for processing pomegranate. The pulp is gently squeezed, compressed and filtered. It takes pulp from about three or four pomegranates to make one cup of juice. Try some.

What else do you serve here? We offer a compact menu of juice, smoothies and hot drinks. We only choose fruits rich in VC and antioxidants, such as berries, citrus fruit and pomegranate. Each fruit varies in ORAC, or Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity. Simply put, they all have anti-aging properties.

TALK ABOUT TOWN

STAT’S ENTERTAINMENT WHAT ARE YOUR VITALS?

obody likes being pigeonholed, but the truth is we’re defined and judged every day by facts and statistics. What school we went to, how many zeroes our salaries end in, what kind of toothpaste we use … all of them are likely to be used against you at some point. We sent our chief statistician Jordan Mitchell out on the streets to ask “What are your stats?” “I’m 5 feet tall.” Megan, 22, USA

“I live in Yonghegong, I’m a musician, a teacher and a firestarter.” David, 28, UK

“80-20.” Marcos, 37, Spain

“My contact lens prescription is 2.01, 1.75.” Andy, 23, UK

“I don’t have a job and I fill my time by walking around.” Anna, 24, UK

“0.” David, 35, Spain

QIANGLI KNEE GUARD

you’ll probably need knee supports. Thanks to Qiangli Creations for their mix of tolerance, innovation and desire to make money off the maladjusted. You have no need to know where these are available. No, no, no, no.

PHOTOS: JORDAN MITCHELL AND JUDY ZHOU

The furry community (i.e. adults who get all their fashion inspiration from the zoo) are said to have begun congregating in earnest in the early 1980s. Lord knows if you still have an active animal-related sports life after all those decades,

MADE IN CHINA

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ECOLOGY

2009 CLIMATE CAMP SOLAR PANEL FIELD TRIP

POWER PLAY

WITH ROOFTOP ROBOTS AND WASTEWATER GENERATORS, CHINESE STUDENTS ARE LEADING THE CHARGE FOR SUSTAINABILITY by Gabriel Monroe

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started in 2007 that encourages students to tackle sustainability issues in their local communities. The program is run by the British Council (which operates in China as the Cultural and Education Section of the British Embassy) and by 2010 had expanded into 1,000 schools in 13 cities throughout the country. One Hundred Shades of Sustainability Ding’s sun-sponging roof robot is indicative of the level of innovation, imagination and initiative that students put into their projects. Among the approximately 500,000 students participating in the 2010 competition, a team from Hangzhou proposed a plan for making soap from reused paper. Another Hangzhou team made and sold toys from plastic bottles they recycled, while a third team repurposed plastic bottles as creeper pots. The majority of the “Green Your School”

projects are tailored for feasibility and scaled for successful impact. One team from Hong Kong aimed to reduce their school’s 100 bags of garbage a day by encouraging students to bring their own bowls and chopsticks for lunch. Other such projects included plans to convert discarded paper into notebooks, compost kitchen waste, and recycle gel-ink pen refills. But many teams in the 2010 competition, like Ding’s did in 2008, looked beyond waste issues to energy, water, heating, and community outreach. One group in Beijing designed a scheme to reduce their school’s electricity usage by more than 20 percent by simply streamlining classroom lighting use. Another team from Hangzhou developed a plan to reduce water waste by refitting their school’s taps with a device they improvised from a piece of iron, a magnet, a spring and aluminum.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE CULTURAL AND EDUCATION SECTION, BRITISH EMBASSY

ing Yinghan certainly was not the first student ever to propose putting robots on the roof of his high school. But his proposal was actually serious, smart and based on science. In 2008, Ding and a team of his Beijing No. 8 Middle School classmates were investigating the viability of solar power. “We wanted to look into ways to maximize the efficiency of solar energy,” explained Ding, “to provide a scientific reference for the popularization of such products to communities, schools and families.” After conducting an experimental analysis of solar energy transfer efficiency, Ding’s team designed a robotic mechanism for tracking light with solar panels. Not bad for a couple of 17-year-olds. This Robot for Chasing the Light was the team’s prize-winning entry in that year’s national “Green Your School” contest, an educational initiative

Meanwhile, a handful of teams have taken the challenge to sustainably shape their campuses within broader contexts. Two teams (in Kunming and Dongguan) have campaigned against the wasteful plastic packaging of “sanitized” table settings in public eateries. Another Hangzhou team’s ambitious project aimed to reduce traffic gridlock (and hence exhaust emissions) through the development of a new GPS system.

SHEN ZHAO AND TEAMMATE SHOW OFF THEIR A/C HEAT GENERATOR

Charged Attempts by many teams to devise clean energy solutions demonstrate that these students are looking at the big picture. “One of the major causes of climate change,” notes Ding, “is the excessive dependency on fossil fuels. If we don't solve the problem of alternative energy, we can't solve the problem of climate change.” Various teams participating in “Green Your

“WE BUILT A LIGHT-TRACKING LEGO ROBOT AND A PROTOTYPE OF A SOLAR HOUSE” School 2010” followed Ding Yinghan’s example of pursuing alternative energy, looking to physical exercises, stair climbing, and the hydroelectric potential of water rushing through pipes to generate energy. One team in Foshan even devised a plan to set up a hand-powered electricity generator by the school gate that would store enough energy to operate the watchman’s room through the night. Having been involved in “Green Your School” since its inception, Dr. Rebecca Nadin, the director (China) of the British Council’s Climate Change & Science Programme, sees great value in such innovation: “ The projects that I’m really impressed with are the ones that are really thinking outside of the box, to the point that they might not even be practical at the moment.”

DING YINHAN IN CANCUN AT COP16

Harnessing the Hot Box One such project that impressed Nadin was the 2009 effort by a team from Shimen Middle School of Shishan Town (near Foshan, Guangdong) to collect electrical charge from the heat radiated by air conditioners. Team member Shen Zhao explained how they improvised their handmade generator according to the principles of electromagnetic induction: “Our mini-generator is divided into three parts: a fan, a generator and batteries. The air conditioner wind drives the fan of the generator, which connects to a mini-engine. The power of the wind is then turned into clean energy (i.e. electricity) and it can produce a stable voltage of 15 volts. I proved it could be used to charge a cell phone or a laptop battery, or light a corridor.” “Our project was absolutely new,” said Shen. “We couldn’t find any reference. Why? Because people lack curiosity about the world and always ignore the ordinary things in life. If all of us can put our eyes on the ordinary things in our lives and bring curiosity to the world, we can create infinite possibilities.” The World of Possibilities “Green Your School” champions like Shen Zhao and Ding Yinghan are rewarded for their efforts with more opportunities to make a difference.

CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE “GREEN YOUR SCHOOL” 2010 GRAND FINAL

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ECOLOGY STUDENT GREENING ACTIVITIES IN HAIDIAN DISTRICT

“The ‘Green Your School’ project is a mechanism for recruiting, developing and working with individuals who we call Climate Champions,” said Dr. Nadin, “and that project is a component of a global program called Climate Generation. So there are opportunities for the champions from ‘Green Your School’ to actually engage with champions from other countries as well.” Ding, for example, attended the UN Climate Change Conference in Cancun (COP16) in late 2010 as part of a group of international Climate Champions. In the opening days of the conference, Ding addressed the plenary session with a heartfelt plea to the delegates to act decisively to mitigate climate change on behalf of the younger generation. Over the course of the conference, Ding worked closely within the youth constituency (YOUNGO) to draft and push through an amendment to Article 6 of the conference’s declaration, so that it now specifically requests that youth members be included in each national climate change delegation. “It means that the voice of youth will be even stronger in future climate negotiations,” Ding explained. “They are leading by example,” said Dr. Nadin of the Climate Champions. “Since climate change is a legacy issue, it is critical that youth have a strong voice in intergovernmental climate change negotiations.”

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Winning Hearts and Minds The odd international conference aside, young climate champions like Shen Zhao and Ding Yinghan understand the importance of communicating sustainability awareness on a personal level. “The work we did isn’t enough to change the whole world,” said Shen, “but it is enough to change some peoples’ lifestyles. Every small step could converge to a big breakthrough.” “We initially planned to focus on the scientific aspect of increasing solar energy efficiency,”

“IF WE ASK A PERSON TO MAKE A GREEN PLEDGE, HE MIGHT NOT FULFILL IT. BUT IF HIS CHILD ASKS HIM, HE WILL.” said Ding. But the feedback their group collected suggested that “most people don’t k now anything about solar energy, and a lot of people a re a p a t h e t i c a b o u t c l i m a te c h a n g e. We realized that our initial intention for the ‘Green Your School’ project was too narrow, and that real change must come from the increasing awareness of the severity of climate change and the economic and practical aspects of solar products.”

So what did the students do? “In order to demonstrate our findings to the general public in an intuitive way,” said Ding Yinghan, “we built a light-tracking Lego robot and a prototype of a solar house.” “It proved to be very successful, as our fun and interactive solar-tracking robot drew a lot of attention from small kids and the solar house model made people realize that it could actually be more economically efficient to use solar products in households. As one of our group members said, ‘If we ask a person to make a green pledge, he might not fulfill it. But if his child asks him to make a green pledge, he will.’” Ding cites Mahatma Gandhi: “First, they ignore you. Then, they laugh at you. Then they fight you. Then, you win.” Today they green their schools. Tomorrow, hopefully, the world. The “Green Your School” Grand Final (for 2010 projects) runs until Mar 12. For the first time, the event will be hosted on a state-of-the-art virtual conferencing center (http://gys.britishcouncil. org.cn), allowing online visitors to explore the 43 competing teams’ 3-D booths and to view video presentations, photos and other materials documenting their projects.

ECO STATS Increasing Europe’s carbon reductions target from 20% to 30% of 1990 levels by 2020 would save the equivalent of two weeks of China’s current emissions. International Energy Agency

Tracked by scientists, a female polar bear swam continuously for 9 days (232 hours) , covering a distance of 687km . BBC

China emitted 7.7 billion tons of carbon in 2009 (up 13% from 2008), which is almost double the combined emissions of Africa, South America, the Caribbean and the Middle East (4.1 billion tons). Gibraltar leads the world with a staggering 152 tons of carbon emitted per person per year. China used 2.26 billion tons of oil in 2009, exceeding for the first time the amount used by the US. Energy Information Administration (via the Guardian)

This winter’s first snow fell on Feb 10, ending 108 days without precipitation – Beijing’s second-longest drought on record. The longest was in 1970, with 114 consecutive dry days. China.com.cn

According to China’s first pollution report, agriculture is responsible for 67% of the country’s phosphorous discharges and 57% of nitrogen discharges. In 2007, China produced 3.8 billion tons of solid waste, including 45.7 million tons of hazardous waste, 900 tons of heavy metal discharges, 243 million tons of livestock feces and 163 million tons of livestock urine. Guardian

The Ministry of Water Resources estimates it will invest RMB 4 trillion in China’s water resources over the next decade, including plans to add 2.6 gigawatts of hydroelectric energy capacity in rural areas during 2011. Beijing News

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FUN & GAMES WIN STUFF

LIES, DAMN LIES Bigger and Better: the Beijinger Reader Restaurant Awards over the years

Win a pair of tickets to the INC St. Patrick’s Day Ball (on Mar 19) by correctly answering our Trivia Travails. Send us a Peking Pic for a chance to win an RMB 300 voucher for Flamme. Be first to spot this month’s Bogus Ad and win two vouchers (worth RMB 700) for Dragonfly Therapeutic Retreat. Also up for grabs this issue are:

a Stella Artois gift pack, three RMB 100 vouchers for Yan Can Cook Beijing,

an RMB 200 voucher for Ganges Indian Restaurant, three RMB 100 voucher packs for Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, tickets to Syndicate’s 7th Anniversary (Mar 11), Streetkids Anniversary (Mar 18) & Yen White (Mar 25) plus CDs from Acupuncture, and a large pizza, pasta/salad and a bottle of New Zealand wine from Gung Ho! E-mail win@thebeijinger.com with your answers. Good luck!

Number of categories Number of individual winners Vote in the Beijinger’s 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards by visiting www.thebeijinger.com

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 tickets to the INC St. Patrick’s Day Ball 2011 on March 19. E-mail answers to win@thebeijinger.com

TELL US A JOKE Answers to February’s Trivia Travails: 1. a). Little Yunnan 2. c) Bob Marley 3. b) Gang of Four 4. d) Rong Rong 5. d) eating more red meat 6. b) the Chocolate Hills 7. b) La Traviata 8. a) The Thing Last month’s winner was Ryan Choe.

1. Bleu Marine is run by a: a) Swede b) Dane c) Marine d) none of the above

the NCPA by the National Ballet of China? a) Red Sorghum b) Raise the Red Lantern c) Curse of the Golden Flower d) Batman

2. Who gave Marilyn Monroe a Maltese puppy named Maf? a) Joe DiMaggio b) Arthur Miller c) John F. Kennedy d) Frank Sinatra

6. How many designers does Wuhao stock? a) 5 b) 35 c) 80 d) 50

3. LTJ Bukem is a classically trained ... a) dentist b) violinist c) pianist d) philanthropist 4. What are the specific “paths” for bouldering called? a) puzzles b) problems c) holds d) sessions 5. Which Zhang Yimou film is being staged at

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7. According to Ethicaltraveler.org, the world’s most responsible destination at the moment is: a) Tibet b) India c) Brazil d) Argentina 8. Anberlin’s Stephen Christian once wrote a 20-page ... a) paper on a cultural business analysis of China since the ’70s b) science-fiction story set in China c) letter to the Chinese government d) love letter to his girlfriend

Lennox Meldrum, principal and physics teacher at Beijing BISS International School “There are 3 kinds of people in the world: those that can count and those that can’t.” The staff at Beijing BISS International School can all count. We checked.

FEATURE

STATS BEIJING WARNING: CONTAINS GRAPHIC IMAGES illustration by Susu Luo

GO WEST: SHARED LATITUDE AND LONGITUDE

RIVAL SCHOOLS

Geographically, these cities are all aligned with Beijing. Spiritually, only Columbus, Pyongyang and Baltimore come close. Source: Wikipedia

WOODSTOCK WANNABES Ranking criteria: citations (research influence), teaching (the learning environment), research (volume, income and reputation), international mix (staff and students), industry income (innovation). Source: World University Rankings 2010-2011, Times Higher Education website

When even the gods of rock struggle to get a visa, you’ll take what you can get. For those about to rock, we salute your commitment to trying. These are the festivals we did get.

We all know that these school rankings are bogus. It’s obvious that Beida and Tsinghua would have topped the list – if the evaluation criteria had included factors such as proximity to Wudaokou.

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UNDERGROUND, OVERPRICED?

THE TABLES ARE TURNING

Isn't high demand supposed to drive prices down? Thumbs up, Beijing. Next step: Get rid of about 50% of the passengers.

We may not have more revolving restaurants than anyone else, nor do we have two in the same building, but nobody else has Beijingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s views.

Figures shown represent the base fares and upper limits for a single one-way journey. Cities listed are the top 10 busiest subways in the world (by ridership). Sources: Wikipedia and various metro websites

HIP TO BE SQUARE

Legend has it that they only made Tiananmen Square gigantic to keep the art students away from the tourists. And it still doesn't work.

* two revolving restaurants in the same building

Source: Wikipedia

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Sources: Wikipedia, Dianping.com

MEAL OF FORTUNE

RICH MAN, POOR MAN?

RMB 1,200

RMB 1,500

“I’ll have the burger, soup, rice plate and an ice cream. Hang on, throw in a soymilk too.” And we didn’t even have enough space to tell you which of these places offer celery sticks, omurice and escargots. For that you’ll need to go to TheBeijinger.com. Sources: Company websites

OLYMPIC ALCHEMY

In 2008, the average Chinese college grad earned approximately only RMB 300/month more than the average migrant worker. Here’s to you, Mrs. Robinson. Source: National Bureau of Statistics of China

Here’s a breakdown of the events that China’s won Olympic medals in. Over the years, the country’s gotten better at everything else too. Oh, except winter. Funny, given there's so much of it around.

Source: IOC

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COME FLY WITH ME

Good things come to those who wait. At least that's how New Yorkers justify sitting for all that time on a flight from Beijing.

BEST IN CLASS

Source: ITAsoftware.com

LETâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TRAIN TOGETHER

They might look stupid in their oversized tracksuits, but those kids are smart. All that studying on the weekend pays off. Rankings based on scores from the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) test, taken by 15-year-old students in 65 countries. China was represented by three testing sites: Shanghai, Hong Kong and Macau. Lhasa? Lhasa not, unless you're a masochist of the highest order. And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the fast train. It's travel times like these that make Tianjin seem attractive. Or maybe not?

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THE SKEWERS OF WANGFUJING

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In the early â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;60s, the average Chinese person was drier than the Sahara. Now per capita consumption of alcohol here is world-class. We strolled by Wangfujing Night Market and counted the number of stalls that sell outrageous things on sticks. Just give this to tourists and save them the bother.

Source: WHO Global Alcohol Database via the World Resources Institute

CHAIN OF FOODS

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DINING

NIBBLES NEW ARRIVALS Nobu is finally open. Find out next month how we rate it. Japanese restaurant Nadaman has completed its move from the China World Hotel to the China World Summit Wing. The traditional decor h a s b e e n re p l a ce d by a s t y l i s h modern look – we’ll have a review next month. Fatburger alert: The new Guomao branch could be open by late March or early in April. The burger chain’s second Beijing outlet is just one of numerous new openings in Guomao – others i n c l u d e N yo ny a K i t c h e n , X i h e Yayuan and the wonderfully named My Love Pot. That’s a hot pot joint, in case it wasn’t clear. Former Annie’s manager Giuseppe plans to have his new restaurant, Alio Olio, open on March 6. It’s beside Black Sun, just a stone’s throw from Annie’s Chaoyang Park branch. Looking like something from a period drama, Scarlet Blue has opened up on Solana Bar Street. The menu features food from around the world, including a burger selection very much a la Blue Frog. Drinks are half-price during the 4-7pm happy hour. Little Nyonya is another new spot offering Malaysian cuisine.

PORTUGUESE CLASSICS AT THE HILTON WANGFUJING, MAR 3-13

CAPITAL BITES

Divina Cakes is a delivery operation run offering scrumptious Italian-style cheesecakes, tiramisu and more. Well worth picking up the phone for.

IAIN SHAW IS GETTING THE VOTE OUT

PHOTO: COURTESY OF HILTON BEIJING WANGFUJING

o Nobu, the most intensely anticipated restaurant of 2011 (and 2010 too, actually) is finally open at the back of the JW Marriott. Or it should be by the time you read this. After a one-day trial run for Valentine’s Day, the restaurant’s “soft” opening period begins on March 1, with the grand o p e n i n g p l a n n e d fo r A p r i l 7 . Celebrity chef and owner Nobu Matsuhisa will be there, but the glare of the cameras will be on Nobu investor Robert de Niro, who we’re told will be in town for the occasion. Not to be outdone, Jackie Chan will also be on the VIP list, hijacking the event to celebrate his 57th birthday. Oh, you were here to read about Nobu’s food. No comment on that until next month’s review. The emergence of Sanlitun Soho should be one of this year’s

most exciting developments, but dining options in the area are still largely dominated by boilerplate fast-food joints. We’ve enjoyed eating at Korean restaurant Ssam, and this month we take a look at Cafe of Sydney and Alsace restaurant Tonton & Tata. Soho's current highlight is Shaorou Ren, who used to be on Nanluogu Xiang. They combine one of Beijing’s silliest gimmicks – any couple who kiss for ten seconds while being photographed get a free plate of meat – with a Korean barbecue-style concept, bringing something fun and fresh to Sanlitun. Also look out for Jingers, a “gourmet” hot dog kiosk, opening up on the mall’s west side. A flood of new openings may be on the way this spring. But quantity won’t solve the problem; what Sanlitun Soho needs is a

K’s Kitchen adjoins Japanese cocktail bar Mokihi, which we feature in this month’s What’s New bars (see p36). The owners are Japanese, but the food is more Western in influence.

STIRRING THINGS UP flagship restaurant, a marquee attraction to create the kind of buzz Element Fresh generated in the early days of the Village. But where is it going to come from? To March events, and new menus are being rolled out across town. Chef Jordi Valles at Agua was first off the starting blocks, while the chaps over at Enoterra are talking up their new “French bistro-style” menu, as well as a new tapas selection. For devoted gourmands, there are veal promotions galore at the Hilton, oysters at the Westin Chaoyang, and the Hilton Wangfujing is once again hosting top Portuguese chefs for almost two weeks devoted to one of Europe’s lesser-known cuisines. One more thing – don’t forget to vote in the Beijinger’s 8th Annual Reader Restaurant Awards. Voting closes on March 14.

To celebrate its second anniversary this month, IFW in the Yintai Center is reworking its menu – it’ll now serve Chinese dishes exclusively. We think it unlikely that the name will be changed to Chinese Food Warehouse, but stranger things have happened. Maison Boulud launches a weekly champagne night in its Fresco Bar on March 4. Perrier-Jouet is providing the bubbles every Friday night from 6pm. As the great Kerry Centre Hotel makeover continues, Bento & Berries is closed for at least the next month. In the meantime, look to the Kempi Deli, Pekotan and Gourmet Corner for late-night bargains on all manner of baked goods.

CLOSURES Shunyi dining took a blow with the closure of Middle Eastern restaurant Za’atar. The space is up for rent, but no word on who’s moving in.

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WHAT’S NEW RESTAURANTS

GUIZHOU

MITAO RESTAURANT 蜜桃餐厅 Daily 10am-10pm. 1) Unit 1330, 3/F, West Tower, Soho Shangdu, 8 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (5900 3106) 2) 6/F, Chaoyang Joy City, 28 Qingnian Lu, Chaoyang District (8552 3418) 1) 朝阳区东大桥路8号Soho尚都西塔3层1330号; 2) 朝阳区青年路28号朝阳大悦城6层

Mitao will surprise even ardent fans of southwest Chinese cuisine. The shaojiao xiaopidan (烧椒小皮蛋 RMB 25) features dozens of hundred-year quail eggs, their unique flavor smartly adjusted by soft, juicy bell peppers. Next, order two bowls of steamed rice. Eat one with the sugarcane seedlings salad (凉拌甘蔗苗 RMB 22), garnished with mint and scallion and served with a sauce that sweetens the seedlings nicely. Pair the remaining rice with the sophisticated fragrance and flossy texture of banana blossoms stir-fried with minced beef (香蕉花牛肉沫 RMB 29). Sadly, the glutinous dumplings boiled in coconut milk (椰浆煮汤圆 RMB 18) are pearl-sized; opt for the more traditional stir-fried version (毕节酸菜炒汤圆 RMB 28). Emily Young Also try: Jia Xiu Lou Yuan, Little Yunnan

FRIED SHRIMP WITH MINT LEAVES AND CHILLI

DALI DELIGHTS YU N NAN

DALI RENJIA 大理人家 Daily 10.30am-11pm. 80 Baochao Hutong (100m north of Gulou Dongdajie), Dongcheng District (158 1039 2366) 东城区宝钞胡同80号（鼓楼东大街往北走100米）

t can happen to any restaurant reviewer. One mediocre meal too many and you’re ready to hand in your chopsticks, buy a blender and have a gastric band fitted. Goodbye to ordering, chewing, disappointment, payment, resentment. Hello to liquid nourishment via drip. Then along comes a place like Dali Renjia. It’s terrific. It’s what restaurants taste like in Yunnan. It’s humble and cheap (our feast came to less than RMB 40 each). Perhaps the money they’ve saved on garish ethnic knickknacks is

returned to the customer in lower prices? Or maybe it’s just that the young Yunnanese owners are decent people who love their food? Where to start? Order anything! We had to – it was opening night and more than half of the menu was as yet unavailable. I could have munched my way for eternity through their meaty jizong mushrooms fried with chilli (RMB 22). Unfurled jasmine flowers with egg (RMB 18) was a novel treat, and the hei sanduo (RMB 18), stir-fried minced pork with diced pepper and preserved turnip (so often an oily shame in Beijing), was a hands-in-the-air mouth rave. The tilapia fish (RMB 36) – damn. I can admit with some shame that my nose was running during the meal, but I was powerless to stop eating and deal with it. OK, so it wasn’t perfect. The soup noodles were too salty. The cold dishes came at random moments during the meal. No English menu (yet). It was a bit chilly inside. But I think I might have found my new favorite restaurant. Tom O’Malley

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G E R MAN

WURSTBUDE 德国烤肠屋 Daily 10.30am-8pm. 120-2 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District (136 0108 7901) 东城区鼓楼东大街120-2号

Owned by a German guy and his Chinese wife, this tiny eatery stands out with its ketchup-red frontage and snack-stall menu of meat, fries and beer. Prices are cheap for Gulou; Thuringer sausage in bread with fries is just RMB 18. But (uncharacteristically for a German operation) quality control is where this restaurant falls short. On my first visit, the owner’s wife grilled up a storm, and we left impressed. However, by the time I returned, a passionless lackey had been installed and left to run the place solo – letting the bread go stale, forgetting to season the beef patties, and daubing everything in a gallon of ketchup and mustard. I hope the owners take the reins again soon. Trying to cost-save so soon might end up costing them dear. Tom O’Malley Standout dish: Currywurst, fries Also try: Schindler’s Tankstelle, Kiosk

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU

Standout dishes: Dali zhanshui yu (tilapia fish), hei sanduo Also try: Dali Courtyard, Yunteng Shifu

MIXED VEGETABLES ROASTED IN BANANA LEAVES

A TOUCH OF ALSACE FRENCH

TONTON & TATA Daily 11am-11pm. B1-239, Bldg 2, Sanlitun Soho, 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (136 8120 6738) 朝阳区工体北路8号三里屯Soho 2号楼B1-239

he first thing the manager, Marine, said to my dining companion didn’t inspire confidence. “You’re French? I hope you’re not Alsatian.” That might have seemed discriminatory if Tonton & Tata was not in fact Beijing’s first Alsace-style restaurant. The interior didn’t help either. The owners have so far done little to address the incongruity of sticking a provincial French brasserie in a Chinese mall, so the restaurant has all the rustic charm of a branch of Zara: stark lighting, white walls and not much else.

Our flammekuche (RMB 68), a rib-sticking Alsatian “pizza,” was the first dish to show up. Surprise! It was generous and rich, loaded with onions, cheese, bacon and double cream, with a thin, brittle base. Next, a lackluster “country salad” (RMB 48) came with too little bacon and an unimpressive dressing, but things picked up again with the choucroute. At RMB 128, it seemed expensive, but Alsace’s most famous dish is served here with three types of sausage, squares of tender pork, fatty salami slices and mash. The all-important sauerkraut (from whence the name

choucroute derives) lacked vinegary zing, but was rich with animal fat. Obviously someone at Tonton & Tata knows a bit about Alsace. It turns out that Marine’s husband is Chef Yannick Ehrsam from Sofitel, who got the kitchen up and running. She herself also works for a major French wine company. Be reassured, there’s enough culinar y know-how here to make Tonton worth a try. Just wait until they’ve decorated the place. Tom O’Malley Also try: La Taverne, Brasserie Flo

A M E R I CA N

THE BISTRO

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU

Daily 8am-11pm. 28 Xiushui Nanjie (next to Grandma’s Kitchen), Chaoyang District (5285 4988) 朝阳区秀水南街28号（祖母的厨房旁边）

Between quality sandwiches, lunch sets (RMB 39) and deliveries starting this month, The Bistro should be popular among Ritan-area residents and embassy staff. A canny approach to wine cuts out the markup – with a number of bottles in the RMB 100-150 range, you could easily make a habit of stopping here after work. Made with tasty homemade bread, the sandwiches are solid and satisfying, although the homemade corned beef and pastrami need a bit more work. Owner Samson Kwok is almost trying too hard to compensate for a few items he hasn’t tracked down yet. He freely acknowledges the shortcomings

of using sweetened pickle as a substitute for dill pickle; customers would understand if he simply left the pickles out and explained the dilemma. For a great intro, go straight for the Coney Island sandwich. Though the name serves mainly to confuse, the sandwich is a treat, stuffed with ham and cheese and served with potent mustard. The apple pie (RMB 26) makes for an amicable finish. Or you could stay for a bottle of wine. Iain Shaw Standout dish: Coney Island sandwich Also try: Hercules, Refresh!

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WHAT’S NEW RESTAURANTS PICKLED BABY CUCUMBER

CA F E S & T E A H O U S E S

CAFE OF SYDNEY Daily 10am-10pm. Unit 2-316, 3/F, Bldg B, Sanlitun Soho, 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (8590 0198) 朝阳区工体北路8号三里屯SohoB座2-316室

DESTINATION SICHUAN

From the outside, Cafe of Sydney looks like the kind of “Western” option you might consider a lifesaver … if you lived in Datong. A glance through the catch-all menu of standard East-meetsWest cafe fare left first impressions intact. With so many attractive alternatives around Sanlitun, the dinner mains (from RMB 98) seem overpriced, though the burgers, sandwiches and pasta are affordable enough. Still brimming with smugness, I expected little from the sausage pizza (RMB 48 set includes soft drink or milk tea). However, it was attractively put together, and the fresh, flavorful toppings were an enjoyable

surprise. I wasn’t quite knocked from my high horse – the pizza base was obstructively brittle – but had to store contempt away for another day. There’s potential for a dependable crowd-pleaser here, if they’re conscientious about refining the product. Waiter Andy was excellent, and has just the attitude the place needs. Cafe of Sydney also merits a morning visit – the English-style “big breakfast” is only RMB 35, with simpler eggand-toast combos averaging RMB 15-20. Iain Shaw Standout dishes: Western breakfast, dinner set menus Also try: Element Fresh

S I C H UAN

TRANSIT 渡金湖 Daily 5pm-2am (last orders at 10pm). N4-36/37, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (6417 9090) 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village北区N4-36/37号

ormerly a quiet restaurant in a Gongti hutong, Transit has reappeared, having matured from a pleasant young damsel into a serious and sophisticated woman. The eclectic look is the brainchild of the restaurant’s manager, an interior designer named Kevin Zhao. A rich palette of natural hues – dark chocolates, warm slate grays and cozy walnuts – sets an elegant backdrop. The space is divided in two: One area is large enough for private events, the other a comfortable dining room. Inspired by traditional Chinese gardens, the

Standout dishes: “Mouthwatering chicken,” dandan noodle Also try: My China, Shunxing Chuancai

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

DALI RENJIA TRANSIT WURSTBUDE CAFE OF SYDNEY TONTON & TATA

MITAO (1) THE BISTRO

MITAO (2)

PHOTOS: SUI AND COURTESY OF TRANSIT

design is softened with bonsai plants, Chinese rock formations and specially commissioned art. Executive Chef Huang’s age-old recipes from the family cookbook demonstrate that Sichuan cuisine is not monolithically “spicy.” Still, there’s plenty of chilli. The classic “mouthwatering chicken” (鲜椒口水鸡 RMB 78) is well-executed, defined by an irresistible piquant fragrance. G ar nished with green huajiao, peanuts and shredded scallions, the meat is savory, soft and slippery, reflecting the ingredients’ quality. The beef soup (沾水牛肉 RMB 68) is simply slices of beef boiled with celtuce stems and decorated with fresh mint. The thin meat slices are chewy, but improved by the herbal and tangy chilli dipping sauce. Served (pho-style) with a slice of lemon, the dandan noodle (RMB 35) is among Beijing’s priciest. However, it ticks all the right boxes with crisp fried soybeans, tangy chilli oil and a subtle, numbing aftertaste. Complement the Sichuan flavors with something from the carefully selected wine list, or have a cocktail at the bar after dinner. Emily Young

FOOD HERO

AW, SHUCKS OYSTERS WITH CHEF TIM HUNT

ith modern refrigeration, there’s nothing to stop you enjoying oysters year-

round. However, as any adherent to Victorian mores will tell you, the mollusk is best eaten when there’s an “r” in the name of the month. You can test that adage out at the Westin Chaoyang this month – there’ll be oysters all over the place. We asked Executive Chef Tim Hunt how to eat oysters, when not to eat them, and who he’d like to eat them with.

lighting being acceptable, beneath a glassy sheen. Any oyster whose meat or liquor looks cloudy, brown, gray, blackish or reddish, or which smells brackish, should be discarded. Give us a step-by-step guide on how to eat oysters. The best way is just to swallow them – that’s what I tell people. A lot of people like to put a little Tabasco or vinegar on it, then swallow. What’s your own favorite way to serve them? Raw, when the flavor is at its best, then followed by a nice shot of Ketel One vodka.

So what can we expect this month? Fresh oysters, baked oysters, oysters with a Chinese twist and oysters with vodka – we’ll be fe a t u r i n g o y s t e r s “IT SHOULD done in different CLEAN AND ways in all our venues.

PHOTO: JUDY ZHOU

Where do you source these oysters from? We’re focusing on Ninigret oysters from Iceland, Giga Moto oysters from British Columbia, Loch Fyne oysters from Scotland, Komo Gway oysters from the west coast of North America, and Fine de Claire oysters from France. How can you tell if an oyster is fresh? It should smell clean and briny. The meat should nestle snugly in the shell, though a little professional loosening is acceptable for a diner. Both shell and meat should be clean white, with a little pink or gray high-

Besides champagne, what wines go well with oysters? Dry white wines go well with “fattier” oysters. However for the “smaller” ones, with a more mineral taste, go for a Sauvignon Blanc-based wine like the fantastic Pouilly-Fumé from the Loire Valley or an outstanding zesty Sauvignon from New Zealand.

SMELL BRINY”

Besides oysters, what are your favorite aphrodisiacs? It’s got to be chocolate. But that baijiu they put all those herbs and things in works very well too. The Westin Chaoyang’s oyster promotion runs from Mar 1-31. See Events for more details.

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FEATURE

PASTRY CASE CHARTING BEIJING’S BEST MEAT PIES by Tom O’Malley

et ’s talk about pies. Not pizza pies, key lime or the kind in Jason Biggs’ fridge in American Pie. For a sizeable slice of Beijing’s expat populace, pies mean meat encased in – or topped with – pastry. Whether you’re from Australia or Lebanon, the pie is steeped in history, equally at home at a footy match, down a mine, or gracing the tables of kings. Honest, filling, unhealthy. Gravy. Mmm. “I’d kill my own mother for a decent steak and kidney pie,” confessed one lonely pie-lover a year or so ago on the TheBeijinger.com forums. Well, we may be too late to save the lady in question, but to appease any other homicidal pie addicts, here’s our guide to getting your Beijing pie fix. WHO ATE ALL THE PIES? Australian meat pie, 12SQM RMB 40 In Aussie slang, a “pie eater” is a chap of unfortunate means. Best not to point that out to the antipodean

regulars at this Nanluogu Xiang drinking hole. The pies, made in Shanghai by an Australian beef expor ter, are small, gluey and bursting with chunky steak and gravy. One pie-eyed punter – surrounded by empty VB bottles – claimed they taste “even better than back home.” PIE IN THE SKY Cr u s t y e g g p i e to p p e d w i t h mutton (danxian subing kaorou 蛋馅酥饼烤肉 ), Crescent Moon RMB 45 This huge, circular Xinjiang pie, enough for two or three diners, does everything right: crisp, golden pastry with a nice outer pleat; a deliciously moist, steamy filling of veggies and egg; and the crowning glory – a big heap of fried lamb and onions dumped on top. Order a pot of salty milk tea (RMB 20) to wash it down. AS EASY AS PIE Pasties, Sequoia Café RMB 12 Is a pasty the same as a pie? Pretty

BUDGET MEAT PIES AT XIANGSU NIUROU BING

much. Like Tex-Mex, it’s all in the way you wrap it. At Sequoia you can pick up a duo of freshly baked beauties – chicken with potato or the superior-tasting beef. They deliver too, but that might be a little indulgent for such a humble bluecollar snack.

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FOUR-AND-TWENTY BLACKBIRDS “Pastilla” pigeon pie, Argana RMB 98 The Moroccans certainly aren’t afraid to combine sweet and savory, and this impressive pie is no exception. Called a pastilla, its rich, gamy center of pigeon is complemented by fragrant almond rosewater and topped off with flaky pastry dusted with icing sugar. UPPER CRUST Meat pies, Lido Deli, Holiday Inn RMB 20 It might be a bit of a schlep for some, but Lido Deli boasts an admirable

PHOTOS: TOM O'MALLEY

HUMBLE PIE Meat pie (roubing 肉饼), Xiangsu Niurou Bing (香酥牛肉饼) RMB 4 Every time I “pie” at this tiny shop south of the Drum Tower, one guy says something to the other about “waiguoren” that I never catch. Then they both laugh. I’ve a sneaking suspicion it’s Beijinghua for “that fatty.” It’s their fault for making such a great, cheap pie: flaky pastry that’s

been well-acquainted with hot oil and a well-seasoned filling of beef and onion.

CRESCENT MOON'S EGG-FILLED FRIED PIE

range of meat pies: classic steak and ale, chicken, lamb curry, and beef with cheese. Made fresh every morning in the Holiday Inn kitchens, they can be nuked in-store if you want to eat them on the spot. But microwaving results in soggy pastry, so it’s better to take them home to your toaster oven. PIE-EYED Chicken and mushroom pie, Private Kitchen RMB 50 (at Paddy O’Shea’s, with fries and gravy) Ghanaian cook Rose bakes a range of pie varietals from her Private Kitchen home business. Paddy O’Shea’s and Pomme O’Shea’s regulars may have already wolfed down her chicken and mushroom or beef pies; she also

supplies Café Carmelo at MOMA. Watch this space for the chance to try her Jamaican-style patties, coming to Sanlitun soon. LIFE OF PIE Chicken, lamb or cheese pastries, 1001 Nights RMB 30 1001 Nights’ manager Malek Monzer hails from Syria, as do his small selection of pie-like pastries, called mouajanet in Arabic. Oven-baked to a burnished bronze, these curvy crescent pockets come loaded with chicken, lamb or cheese, as well as lots of tantalizing Middle Eastern spices. For venue information, see Directory.

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HOME COMFORTS 3. Remove from fridge and cut into 5cm pucks; roll out between sheets of plastic wrap. 4. Shape into small steel baking rings and chill again to set. 5. Remove from fridge, place in preheated oven at 200°C and bake for 12-15 minutes.

SEIZE THE PIES by Hamish Watts

eijing has little in the way of a good old-fashioned pie [Hamish, turn to p28 – Ed.]. So here’s my recipe for pie of confit duck, cranberries, and goats’ cheese potatoes. It’s my sprucedup version of the Aussie pie – not for the faint of heart!

The pastry 300g butter 125g sour cream 250g plain flour 1. Place ingredients into a mixer and process until a soft dough forms. 2. Shape into a log, wrap in plastic film and chill until firm.

The meat 500g salt 1 of each: cinnamon quill, star anise, tbsp of black peppercorns, tsp of caraway seeds, tsp of fennel seeds, bay leaf, bunch of fresh thyme 4 large duck legs 1 large onion, roughly chopped 1 large carrot, roughly chopped 4 stalks of celery, roughly chopped 3 garlic cloves, peeled 1kg duck fat 1. Mix salt, spices and thyme. Spread half of mixture into the base of a large tray. 2. Lay duck legs on the salt mix, flesh side down, and cover with remaining salt; cover with plastic film and refrigerate overnight. 3. Next day, preheat oven to 160°C; remove duck legs from salt mix and wash thoroughly ; heat duck fat gently in saucepan. 4. Arrange onion, carrot, celery and

garlic in deep roasting dish. Place duck legs on top, then gently pour duck fat over them. 5. Cover tray with steel foil and cook for 2-3 hours. Remove from oven and cool. The finish 150g fresh red cranberries 300ml brown sauce 800g potatoes 300g soft fresh goats’ cheese 80g butter Salt and pepper 1. Remove duck meat from fat and gently remove meat from bones. 2. Combine with cranberries and brown sauce in large bowl, season to taste, and keep warm. 3. Boil peeled chopped potatoes in salted water, drain well and mash. Add goats’ cheese and butter, and season to taste. 4. Spoon duck mixture into a baked pastry shell. 5. Decoratively pipe the goats’ cheese-potato mixture on top and grill until golden. Serve with a crisp salad of rocket, candied walnuts, shaved parmesan and pear. Hamish Watts is Director of Operations at Hilton Beijing Capital Airport.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF HILTON BEIJING CAPITAL AIRPORT

MARCH 2011

GRAPE PRESS

ANDEAN GEMS THE ELEGANCE OF ELEVATION by Edward Ragg

tinean wines is due to vines being planted at high elevation in the Andes. In the likes of Mendoza, Salta and Cafayate, you can find the highest vineyards in the world. Here, grapes get enough sunshine, but also maintain natural acidity during cool nights. Malbec and blends based on Malbec reign supreme, but Argentinean Chardonnay and the country’s own Torrontés grape make toothsome whites. This month’s selections all hail from quality producers based in Mendoza. ONE TO QUAFF 2009 Lo Tengo Torrontés, Mendoza RMB 80 (ASC) Available at Jenny Lou’s and the Park Hyatt One of Argentina’s best-kept secrets, the Torrontés grape is very floral and aromatic, similar to Gëwurztraminer or Muscat. A lovely gold-green in color, with tropical fruit and floral notes on the nose and palate. Buy

hile France and Australia dominate the import market in mainland China, South America is a solid source of equally interesting wines.

Although Chile is better known here, Argentina has some sumptuous and elegant wines that are well worth exploring. Part of the elegance of Argen-

the youngest vintage available! ONE TO DRINK 2007 Clos de los Siete, Mendoza RMB 220 (Jebsen Fine Wines) Available at Annie’s, and at 1949–The Hidden City With the modern touch of consultant Michel Rolland, this wine is sourced from various wineries, resulting in a heady and lush blend based on Malbec. Dark purple, packed with black fruits and rather plush on the palate. ONE TO SAVOR 2008 Nicolas Catena Malbec, Mendoza RMB 279 (Summergate) Available at Agua, Mosto Produced by one of the most famous and reliable of Argentinean producers, this Malbec is dark purple in color, with classic prune and damson aromas on the nose, delicate oak and a robust palate of coating tannins, with good length.

Edward Ragg is co-founder, with Fongyee Walker, of Dragon Phoenix Fine Wine Consulting, China’s leading 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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TASTE TEST

CHICKPEA CHAMPS? WE SEEK OUT BEIJING’S BEST HUMMUS

ummus is controversial. People have come to blows over this chickpea-based dip – and that’s just in the Beijinger office. So it seemed the perfect candidate for a taste test. We ordered one takeaway portion of hummus from each of our favorite Middle Eastern restaurants to take back to the office, along with hummus from one top deli. Here’s what happened. TURKISH MUM Cost: RMB 28 “It looks like a creamy soup. Like hummus bisque” “Lovely. Good, wet hummus like in the Lebanon” “The taste is all from the pita bread!” “A very pure chickpea flavor. But it feels very safe – like swimming with water wings”

1001 NIGHTS Cost: RMB 25 “Whoa, that’s lemony.” “Like from a plastic squeezy lemon. But it’s exciting” “It’s like a bellydancer – too much glitter, but sometimes that’s what you want” “I think the bellydancer made it”

BITEAPITTA Cost: RMB 23 “The parsley reminds me of dumplings or ravioli” “The Rolls-Royce of hummus. In Beijing, at least” “There’s too much in there. It’s like they invited too many people to the party” “That’s a party I want to be at!”

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A FOOD AFFAIRE (sold at April Gourmet) Cost: RMB 23 “It looks like some kind of eruption” “Inoffensive, perfectly fine. Hummusnext-door” “There’s an unusual sweetness there” “The taste is like hummus mixed with tudou si”

THE VERDICT By the end of our hummus feast, one of our team had declared “I don’t think you should eat hummus sober,” in spite of the fact that millions obviously do. As we cleaned up, our Rumi diehards were dispatched to test the theory that their hummus tastes approximately ten times better when consumed inside the restaurant. And our overall prize goes to … Biteapitta, for what we reckoned to be the best balance of texture and flavor. Now somebody order in the lamb kebabs.

PHOTO: SUI

RUMI Cost: RMB 26 (with portion of flatbread) “Of all of them, I’d be the most upset if someone threw that at me. It looks hard to wash out” “I’m certain it doesn’t usually taste like this. Did they forget the lemon juice?” “Wheaty. If they tried to make hummus breakfast cereal, I think it would be like this” “I think I might go there tonight – it tastes much better in the restaurant”

YOUR CALL READER REVIEWS FROM THEBEIJINGER.COM Invincible Ramen Japanese ggenda: Nothing makes me wish I spent more time at Sanyuan Qiao than this place. In many ways reminded me of Colossus from X-Men. One of the famous branded varieties of noodles here is the silver broth. Colossus is silver. Colossus has superior strength, these noodles have superior flavor. Colossus is Russian, these noodles are Japanese. (Almost!) Istanbul Middle Eastern RemmyM: The best thing I can say is that the service is great. Good wait staff, and the manager Robert – who lived in New Zealand for 12 years – is cheerful and helpful. The food was okay. Got a mixed entree hummus, yoghurt stuff, a salsa-like thing which was fine but nothing to write home about. Main course – ordered a mixed kebab platter and they ended up being like soft tacos. Tasty enough, it just wasn’t very, well, Turkish! Nice beer on tap though. Got an opinion about a restaurant? Register at www.thebeijinger.com to have your say.

K IS FOR …

WOKIPEDIA

… kaifan 开饭 This imperative sentence sounds even more succinct than its English equivalent, “Let’s eat!” It could be a call from a loving mother, ready to serve dinner, or a call to arms for starving students rushing to the school cafeteria as soon as the bell rings. The direct translation – the Chinglishy “open rice” – has even been registered as the domain name for a Hong Kong-based website (www.openrice.com) which is a popular reference for foodies in the southeast of China.

well as ginger, garlic, scallions and sesame paste.

… koushui ji 口水鸡 Koushui ji (mouth-watering chicken) is a popular standard in Sichuan restaurants. The chicken is simply steamed or boiled, cut into pieces and tossed with mala sauce. Two tips make the chicken truly mouthwatering. First, soaking the chicken in iced water right after it’s been cooked lends the sk in a crispy texture; second, the mala sauce must contain a mix of dried chilli, chilli oil and Sichuan pepper oil, as

… ken 啃 Trying to figure out how to deal with koushui ji, rabbit heads, duck necks, chicken feet and pork trotters? Ken them! This Chinese word basically means to prise meat off the bone with oral maneuvers that include (but are not limited to) gnawing and nibbling. Sound complicated? All it requires is a keen sense of anatomy. Let the lips and tongue feel, and the teeth execute, harvesting the meat. Ken is in no way beyond your ken.

KOUSHUI JI

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BACK FOR MORE

SOME LIKE IT BLEU

STEAK WITH THREE-PEPPER SAUCE

E U ROPEAN

BLEU MARINE Daily 10.30am-10.30pm. 5 Guanghua Xili, Chaoyang District (6500 6704) 朝阳区光华西里5号

urely the reason this decadeold restaurant stays off the radar of most expats is its proximity to that temple of tourist retail, the Silk Market. It can’t be because of the food. Bleu Marine’s steaks, are, as the Danes say, god. It was Danish folk who brought this place into being, and their legacy remains: Scandinavian open sandwiches (smørrebrød), a bunch of loyal European regulars, and marvelously mustachioed manager Torben, who meanders through the compact, candlelit dining room jovially dispensing his “green tea” – tiny tots of home-distilled, kiwiflavored aquavit – to customers.

Bleu Marine’s ace is undoubtedly its steak with three-pepper sauce (RMB 110), a dark-charred, pinkcentered slab (medium-rare, that is) that speaks of a good hot griddle. Served on a wooden board with fries and salad, it wins points for farmhouse chic, and had the carnivores in our party united in approval. The smørrebrød platter of cold cuts, fish and salad bits with dark rye bread (RMB 90) turned out to be the ideal starter for four hungry diners. To finish, share a chocolate mousse (RMB 50) paired – if you’re very nice to Torben – with his coffee schnapps. Tom O’Malley

meaty and milky flavors. After some Okinawa-style rice nigiri, I ended with a chocolate dessert (RMB 26), elegantly paired with diced hazelnut, dried figs, fresh strawberries and strawberry sauce. I plan to return and try everything – once I’ve decoded those Japanese characters. I’ll wash down the food with some alcohol; the

menu offers wine, sake, soju and whiskey. Of course, I’ll need to reserve – you don’t just stumble off the street into experiences like this.

ALLEYWAY GOURMET

DOORWAY TO HEAVEN A JAPANESE TREASURE TROVE by Emily Young

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developed his philosophy of simple, healthy and tasty homestyle dishes during a stint cooking in Italy. The pickled leaf-thin shishamo fish (RMB 27) was a perfect exposition of the chef’s creed. The fish were packed to the brim with roe. This flavor bomb was detonated by balsamic vinegar, olive oil and red wine, and tempered by soft onions and sweet julienned carrots. The next surprise was a rainbow of steamed vegetables (RMB 35) that made me glow with every bite, the creamy ivory sauce the key unlocking the ingredients’ natural sweetness. Then, my friendly neighbor – the manager of Yotsuba, if I understood our “conversation” correctly – invited me to taste his tomato and cheese oden (RMB 25). With minced pork fillings and a baked cheese topping, a whole tomato is braised in a savory soup. Aided by drizzled black pepper and chopped chives, the dish is a harmonious trinity of fruity,

Vin Zai. Daily 6pm-midnight. 8 Xinyuan Nanlu (opposite Samadhi Vegetarian Tea House), Chaoyang District (130 3111 8170) 万菜, 朝阳区新源南路8号（三摩地对面）

bean curd stew しみったれた男の肉豆腐 pickled shishamo fish 子持ちししゃものエスカベッシュ steamed vegetables 彩り蒸し野菜のバ－ニャカウダ tomato and cheese oden トマトチ－ズおでん chocolate dessert マルキ－ズミョコウ

PHOTOS:SUI & EMILY YOUNG

he door to Vin Zai is a portal to food paradise. On a freezing night, I walked in – and submitted to the scent of warm food and a gentle bossa nova soundtrack. The smaller of the restaurant’s two spaces was already full, with six diners whispering in Japanese. A n o t h e r te n p e o p l e s a t a t a n L-shaped counter manned by three busy chefs. M y l i m i te d J a p a n e s e m a d e decoding the monolingual menu a challenge. Cook Fang Xi helped translate my vague hints into recommendations. A bowl of bean curd stew (RMB 32) warmed me up immediately. Braised with thin beef slices and julienned gobo (burdock root), flavored with soy sauce, sugar and mirin (a sake-style rice wine), the tofu was juic y, scorched lightly to unleash extra flavor. Fang Xi revealed that executive chef/owner Ono Takahiro had

+ BARS CLUBS WEE DRAMS

FIRST ROUNDS Las Vegas Club has opened in the basement of Ritan International Hotel, just up the road from Chocolate. Maison Boulud is starting to actively promote its Fresco Bar, with a weekly champagne night kicking off on March 4. Amilal owner Alus’ new cafe-bar should be open by the time you read this. Located just a few meters west of Nanluogu Xiang’s north entrance, the new place is called Amilana. It’s apparently several times bigger than Amilal, with sandwiches and coffees as well as alcoholic drinks. We’ll be on it next month. Any readers who have spent the last few years anticipating the arrival of Beijing’s first Finnish-run bar can come out of hiding – My Life has opened near the east side of The Place.

DEALS Best bargain of the month is at Tushuguan 98, a new bar on Gulou Xidajie. They’re literally giving away Beijing draft every Tuesday between noon and 6pm. Sounds like a place worth keeping an eye on – we’ll be reviewing them next month. With St. Patrick’s Day coming up on March 17, The Stumble Inn is offering Guinness at RMB 50 from March 1420. They’re also selling Stumble Inn Paddy’s Day T-shirts, with a portion of the proceeds going to charity.

VITALIC PULLS THE STRINGS AT TANGO ON MAR 17

TALKING PINTS

IAIN SHAW TOASTS ONE ERA’S END … AND ANOTHER’S BEGINNING

PHOTO: LISA CARLETTA

irst they took Sanlitun South Street. It was so long ago now that many of us never had the chance to drink on that fabled alleyway. (No, Beijing veterans, that’s not an invitation to tell us about it again …) The scene got over that setback. Some of the South Street bars relocated, and a new, similarly grungy scene emerged around Sanlitun Houjie and bars like Kai. However, with the relentless redevelopment of Sanlitun, and particularly the arrival of Sanlitun Village, the message was soon clear: You could run with your dirt-cheap beer and downright dirty shooter, but ultimately there would be no place to hide. The first salvo in the final assault on “old” Sanlitun begins this month, with the closure of Kai, Butterfly

and Shooters. In one of the most dubious conflicts of interest I’ve ever heard of in Beijing, it turns out that the building housing the three bars is owned by a neighboring school. Apparently, after years of willingly renting the space out to bars, the school now feels sorry for the kids having to walk past piles of sick and broken beer bottles and is kicking the present tenants out. Kai will relocate to the third floor of Tongli Studio, beside the all-new Pure Girl, and should be open by the end of March. Regardless of Kai’s survival, the demise of that strip of bars is symbolic. Not that I’ll miss them too much. I’ve done my bit for the fake booze industry, and generally try to avoid getting bottled by irate bar staff. But I’ve had fun in them. We all have. They have their place in the

scene’s history, and Kai in particular has been around for so long in that ramshackle old alleyway that there’s a sense the ten-kuai party is already over. To this month’s events. When I was at school, there were lots of kids in my class who were April and May babies. One day, we worked out this was one inevitable consequence of cheap package holidays to the Costa del Sol. So why do so many electronic music collectives get formed in March in Beijing? I’m thinking about SOS, The Syndicate and Streetkids, all of whom celebrate anniversaries this month. Must be the cold weather, making people want to huddle up or something. I think I’ll start my own dubstep crew. Moxibustion Records, anyone?

TWEAKS The Renaissance hotel in Shuangjing has rebranded its bar, changing the name to R Lounge. There’s a new ladies’ night on Wednesdays and live music from Bertie Higgins. Grinders has banned smoking. On Wednesdays, at least. Will other bars follow suit?

LAST ORDERS All-Star and Bling are both currently closed “for renovations.” Whether either reopens, we shall have to wait and see. As mentioned elsewhere on this page, Kai, Shooters and Butterfly will all close their present Sanlitun Houjie locations in March. Get those RMB 10 shots in while you still can. The Star Live is no more. Tango has taken back control of the third-floor venue, but will continue to use the space for parties and concerts.

COMING UP Anyone who’s been enjoying Great Leap Brewery’s homemade craft beers over the winter can look forward to having a beer in the venue’s courtyard this month. The outdoor area is set to open mid-March.

MARCH 2011

WHAT’S NEW BARS & CLUBS

THE V Mon-Fri 3-11pm, Sat-Sun noon-11pm. 42 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District (6403 7252) 东城区五道营胡同42号

Look! A pretty girl making out with a werewolf. No, not The V’s clientele, but rather a scene from Twilight: New Moon projected on a screen towards the back of the bar. The décor is a cross between a dungeon and a child’s birthday party, with plastic bats and gaudy chandeliers dangling overhead. Hip Chinese youths recline in plush, blood-red chairs, huddle around coffin-shaped tables, and sip the specialty “Tru Blood Cocktails.” The “Type A” (RMB 38) is reminiscent of a sweet red party punch, but it’s rather small and unimpressive. The White Russian (RMB 35) was watery and poorly mixed, but the safety of bottled Tsingtao is available if you don’t mind paying RMB 20. Good for some amusement the next time you’re feeling goth. Jordan Mitchell Also try: Vampire in Beijing

NATURAL SELECTION MOKIHI Daily 6pm-3am. 3/F, C12 Lucky Street (entrance next to Edomae Sushi), Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District (5867 0244) 朝阳区朝阳公园路好运街C12商铺3层

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r. Darwin, you look in good cheer, if a little giddy. Now, having concluded your observations of Beijing’s bar life, what, pray tell, have you discovered?” “Most unusual, my good man, most unusual. In the first instance, observation of most classifications of Beijing watering hole lends weight to my well-documented theories of evolution. Those specimens specializing in the broadcasting of live sporting events respond well to their constantly

Good for: Innovative, quality drinks Also try: Ichikura, Twilight

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Daily 6pm-4am. 3/F, Tongli Studio (below Kokomo), Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (6415 7166) 朝阳区三里屯北路同里3层

Eventually, somebody will write a history of Beijing nightlife. Since most of us can barely remember last weekend, it probably won’t be very good. And in this grand recounting of our years drinking these bars dry and pounding these dance floors, several genuinely great bars will somehow escape mention. Their existence will survive only in half-memories hissed in Chaoyang geriatric wards. But the Pure Girl Saga will be retold, passed down as one of the great epics of Ancient Sanlitun. In this latest chapter, the original Pure Girl owners reclaim the brand, Kro-style, from the now-defunct “impostor” Pure Girl opposite 1F. They’ve set up in Tongli Studio, but virtually everything costs RMB 1015. There’s almost no decor, the music is Lady Gaga, Akon and Katy Perry, and the shooters have puerile names like “Duck Fart.” Basically, you’ll love it or hate it. And if you missed the Pure Girl story first time around? You’ll just have to wait for my book. Iain Shaw Also try: The Smuggler’s, sobriety PHOTOS: SUI, JUDY ZHOU AND JORDAN MITCHELL

changing environment, developing ever-more sophisticated facilities. Venues patronized by those keen to ‘see and be seen’ are perennially innovative, beautifying themselves to attract potential mates. The most primitive specimen, namely the ‘ten-kuai dive bar,’ has largely failed to progress beyond a slime mold-level of existence, and their number is accordingly likely to decline imminently. Survival of the fittest, you see.” “But the ‘Japanese cocktail bar’ I find quite baffling. Take this Mokihi, for example. Like others of its genus, an impeccably handsome little creature – dark brown wood, and a slender, long bar, with only a handful of seats. Though the Darjeeling martini (RMB 65) was rather peculiar, the drinks are broadly of a rare quality. I found the smoke martini’s depth of flavor, blending Laphroaig and Tanqueray, particularly fascinating (RMB 70). Three types of Old Fashioned (classic, cherry and apricot) from RMB 60 are all spiffingly good. I discovered even the wasabi martini to be palatable. I am told the proprietor, Mr. Moto, has a stake in another two such ventures: ‘Twilight’ and ‘Apothecary.’” “Though the notion horrifies me, I suspect specimens of this subset to be the product of … (gulp) … intelligent design. Such thoughts! I must next visit this ‘Japan,’ and commence investigation of the beings responsible for such excellence. I may also partake in several dozen more smoke martinis. Aids the concentration, you understand.” Iain Shaw

PURE GIRL NO. 1

BAR OF THE MONTH

LE ZINC A t 11pm, Le Petit Gourmand morphs into Le Zinc. What that means: The k itchen winds down to serve only simple bar food, and there’s live music twice a week. It certainly looks more like a bar after the recent renovation.

The style Low-lit jazz lounge meets gentleman’s club reading room The punters My-laptop-is-my-office types, jazz fans, the French crowd The music Perky ’50s jazz, live jazz (Wednesday),

live rock (Saturday) Go to Plot a conspiracy Drink The chilli-infused Le Zinc Special (vodka, Grand Marnier, strawberry syrup, cranberry juice and chilli pepper; RMB 60) Most likely celebrity customer Jean-Paul Belmondo If you like Le Zinc, you’ll probably like … The Bookworm, Glen

GIVE US A MINUTE ...

DJ PETE

PSYTRANCE SCIENTIST SPEAKS

G PHOTOS: SUI AND COURTESY OF GOAPRODUCTIONS

o a Pr o d u c t i o n s’ D J Pe t e reckons Beijing is one of the world’s only major cities lacking a decent psytrance scene. Here’s how Pete and the crew plan to change that. What is psytrance? It came from outdoor parties in Goa in the early ’90s. It’s defined by the culture that surrounds it as much as the music. Beijing’s not exactly Goa … By choosing the right venue you can recreate a certain vibe. A good venue will have an atmosphere of

its own. We use a lot of UV lights, UV reactive decorations and handpainted backdrops. Do I need body paint? No, but it is fun. We have a very talented body paint artist called Nina Griffee who paints people at our parties. What’s next? Outdoor events, once the weather gets warmer. Get your body paint on for GoaProductions’ Beat Freaks party on Mar 19.

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PARTY LIKE A ...

FE ASIBILITY STUDY Have you got what it takes to open a bar in Beijing? by Jonathan White

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or you’ll end up in a 3rd-tier city.

ILLUSTRATION: JOEY GUO

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CLUBHOUSE

BUKEM FLIPS OUT IN THE SHOWER WITH A DRUM & BASS LEGEND by Iain Shaw

TJ Bukem is in town this month to help The Syndicate celebrate seven years as Beijing’s drum & bass vanguard. We asked Bukem about his classical training and laying an iconic piece of DJing kit to rest. We didn’t ask him about his showering habits, but he told us about them anyway.

The Technics SL-1200 is dead. Who should speak at the funeral? Haha, probably the first guy who ever DJ’d on them, if he’s still alive. I wonder who that is. But I don’t get it – why they’ve stopped making the SL-1200. With the arrival of digital DJing, Serrato and so on, you need a pair of decks more than ever.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF GOOD LOOKING RECORDS

You trained as a classical pianist. Any favorite composers? What would the inscription on I used to listen to Khachaturian the gravestone say? when I was 9 or 10. I liked him Oh my goodness, that’s a difficult because the stuff he used to do one. “Here lies the influence of was almost like jazz. I realize now millions of people”? why I liked him – I’ll have to go back and see if I If you had to still do. “DID YOU KNOW support anyTHAT DJ BLACKIE IS body, who’d be Any influence on your later music? REALLY A WOMAN?” headlining? I’d love to support Definitely, but what Chick Corea, Bill Evans, Norman influenced me more was my Connors. Any of those guys, if teacher introducing me to Chick they’re still alive. Corea, Bill Evans, people like that. That twisted my mind. Corea’s Let’s play Chinese whispers. “Lenore” – that changed my life. Start a lie about The Syndicate, and we’ll spread it. Tell us an interesting fact about Did you know that DJ Blackie is LTJ Bukem. really a woman? I wear flip-flops in the shower. So do a lot of Chinese people. Really? Haha, that’s crazy! That’s something I think I’ve only ever told two people about. What’s your favorite fact? This one gives me both joy and frustration, but I’m gonna die not having heard all the music I should.

See how DJ Blackie responds when LTJ Bukem (www.goodlooking.org) plays The Syndicate’s 7th Anniversary Party on Mar 11 at Yugong Yishan.

WIN TICKETS! To win tickets to The Syndicate’s 7th Anniversary Party, tell us: What is LTJ Bukem’s real name? E-mail win@thebeijinger.com

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A DRINK WITH ...

MASTERMIND

MU YU

STREETKIDS’ JUNGLE SURVIVAL GUIDE

u Yu is the pint-sized promoter behind Streetkids, who have been putting on parties and bringing the occasional international DJ to Beijing over the past year. We spoke to her as they put the finishing touches on plans for their first anniversary party. On Beijing street culture “Big cities all have their own street culture. Beijing is both international and traditional. You can see skaters around the church at Wangfujing, hutong graffiti artists, and street fashion shops in Gulou. Streetkids is a platform for all those people.” “Section 6 is doing a good job. They enjoy what they do, and their monthly parties gather all the ‘street’ people together.” On Streetkids “Streetkids is me and my good friend Rich, aka DJ Donky Tonk. Recently he’s started doing dubstep mixes of some ’80s Chinese disco songs – pretty dope. Rich will play at the a n n i v e r s a r y p a r t y, a n d w e’ v e got loads of friends helping us: photographers, sexy bikini models, graffiti artists. Anyone out there who’s got ideas and is as weird as us is welcome to join us.” “Among other things, you’ll hear electro, dubstep and drum & bass at our parties. All good music is welcome.” “It’s like hot pot – you have so many different ingredients but you put them all together and it tastes good. A par ty in a sk ate park with stylish people, good DJs, graffiti

artists painting the walls – that makes for one fun party. Everything is related.” On DJ names “My DJ name is Mu Dirtydishes. I was a freelance writer before; Dirtydishes was my pen name. I got the name from an Oasis lyric that goes ‘She’s got dirty dishes on the brain’ (from ‘Some Might Say’).” Who’s welcome (and who’s not) “I’d like to see my parents at a Streetkids party. That would be memorable. The only people I’d kick out of our parties would be 12year-olds with baijiu. And racists – that happened before. Trust me, it was not funny.” On what she’d do if she was stranded in a jungle “The two DJs I’d want around would be Black ie from The Syndicate and Funk Fever’s Bitesize Buddha, because the jungle reminds me of their music. I wouldn’t bother trying to escape. Living in a jungle would be sick! We’d listen to Funk Fever’s music, and laugh at Blackie’s jokes – he has a great sense of humor. They’d need to come back to play at our anniversary party, though …” Streetkids’ anniversary party is on Mar 18 at Tango.

WIN TICKETS! To win tickets to the Streetkids party, tell us: What Latin word does “street” originate from? E-mail win@thebeijinger.com

IS THIS BEIJING’S BRAINIEST BARTENDER? CONTESTANT: PAT WALSH, THE GREEN CAP SPECIALIST SUBJECT: GUINNESS GENERAL KNOWLEDGE What is the colored part of your eye called? Of me eye? Retina. Don’t know.

The word “lupine” refers to which animal? Don’t know, deer. Haven’t a clue. Don’t know. Haha. Deer.

Who was the winning quarterback in February’s Super Bowl? Ah, I don’t k now but I’ll guess Rodgers. Yeah, somebody gave me his shirt.

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Where was Abraham Lincoln assassinated? He was on the toilet.

What was Nintendo’s original line of business? How did Nintendo start out? Oh! Eh ... Let me think. Making machines for factories. Haven’t a clue.

SPECIALIST SUBJECT In which Irish county did Arthur Guinness begin brewing beer?

Eh, it was Dublin. No. I don’t know, Kilkenny? Haven’t a clue.

In which decade was Guinness first exported? Right, let me think … [long pause]. Probably about the ’30s. Wait, right. They started in 1759 … It was first probably exported in 1762, but I haven’t a clue. Something like that.

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According to a famous anecdote, U2 singer Bono was convinced that the best pint of Guinness was to be found in which country? Never heard it before, but I’ll say … England? Was it in London maybe?

What’s the bar in the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin called? Ah, the Gravity Bar. I was only there in the summer.

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What was the surname of the twins who compiled the first Guinness Book of Records? Oh! Haven’t a clue. Can’t even guess ’cos I’ve got a customer in now … I better go!

FINAL SCORE: 3/10

Verdict: If Pat had a point for every time he uttered “Haven’t a clue,” he’d be leading the pack. As things turned out, he registers a respectable – by Beijing standards – 3 out of 10. Stop by The Green Cap on St. Patrick’s Day for a healthy pint of Guinness with Pat.

WIN BEER!

The fine gents at Vandergeeten will give a Stella Artois gift pack to the reader who answers this: Name one of Mokihi manager Moto’s other bars. Answers to editor@thebeijinger.com Answers 1) iris 2) wolf 3) Aaron Rodgers 4) the theater 5) card games 6) Kildare 7) 1760s 8) Jamaica 9) Gravity Bar 10) McWhirter

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PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU

MUSIC

HAVE YOU MET

EF The Swedish trio sounds like a sweet version of Mogwai. Their multiinstrumental epics can create emotional explosions – but instead of pouring a bucket of cold water over your head, they’d rather take your mind on a ride along the coast. The buzz A pioneering voice in the global post-rock community. Key tracks “Son of Ghosts,” “Hello Scotland” They say: “We don’t want to put too many words in your mouths or thoughts into your heads – just listen and determine for yourself.” We say: Find your power animal, then slide … See them at: MAO Livehouse on Mar 4.

THE PLAYLIST

FLY, EAGLES, FLY

NEVER MISS A BEAT MICHELLE DAI NEEDS TO MAKE A TIMETABLE

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS & SAN JONES

fter almost a whole month with streets being louder than bands, it’s back to the music. With the biggest rock scene in China, Beijing’s capacity for bands is huge – but this month it’ll be tested to its limits. It’s only going to get more stretched as March marks the start of festival season. Split Works kicks it all off with JUE Festival, which has a different feel compared to those big outdoor stages. With a dozen gigs scheduled between March 12 and early April, JUE infiltrates bars and livehouses all around town, from staging demonstrations of young power at Wudaokou’s D-22 to electro parties at Tango and School Bar. Its lineup includes electronic pranksters Pet Conspiracy (Mar 17), northwestern folksters Shanren (Mar 18), and pop

rockers Yuguo (Mar 25) on the local side while the likes of Scandinavian pop electronicians The Whitest Boy Alive (Mar 15), Dutch dream popsters The Black Atlantic (Mar 23) rep the rest of the world. There are other international acts to look forward to. MAO Livehouse hosts Swedish instrumental nerds Ef (Mar 4) and American alternative rock band Anberlin (Mar 13). Alright, “alternative rock” isn’t quite precise ... maybe you can find a more correct label for them? S ee p42. Plus the Influential Sound & Vision series hosts their third heat with Hanggai’s Mongolian-style rock spirit (Mar 25). S t i l l n o t h i n g t o w h e t yo u r appetite? How about something heavier? German Helloween and Finnish Stratovarius are bringing

melodious power metal. And The Eagles’ concert (Mar 12) is still on (at least it was when we went to print). You can get a good look at them at the MasterCard Center for 2,850 kuai. If you just want a look at them, RMB 350 will suffice. But if you’re feeling economical this month, you have options. Alliance Française has invited talented electronic, folk and rock musicians from four countries to have a Mars En Folie (Mar 18), and tickets are being given out for free. Consider this month a warm-up for spring. So far we’ve heard about Taylor Momsen (April) and Maroon Five (May), Mr. Big is confirmed to play at Midi Festival on May 1, and you can already book tickets to Bob Dylan’s concert in Shanghai. Again.

DIME RECORDS’ MOU CHENGGANG “Amdy Baryp” by Yat-Kha. The sound from Tuva, like a puff of wind blowing on the grassland. “Imperishable Flame” (不灭之火) by Ego-Fall. It’s the heavy metal sound from horseback; every one of those guys is burning in the eternal fire. “Yellow Mountain” (黄色山峰) by Dolan. Khoomei plus guitar – every part of the song is rendered so vividly and incisively. “Cowboy Way” by Hellyeah. The tone of the guitar is thick and cohesive; it makes people let go; the power cannot be suppressed. “In This River” by Zakk Wylde. To the memory of his good friend Dimebag Darrell, a talented guitarist. He passed away and like a running river he will never come back. Mou Chenggang is the manager of local metal label Dime Records, which celebrates its one-year anniversary on Mar 12 at 13 Club.

MARCH 2011

REVIEWS

LIVEHOUSE

TAI CHI REGGAE 拥抱 LONG SHEN DAO 龙神道 Despite the popularity of reggae in China, very few Chinese musicians have dared to explore it. Guo Jian (former bassist of Xie Tianxiao’s band) formed Long Shen Dao just for kicks – but after three years of heedless performing, this “side project” has become his steady gig. Some might assume that Mandarin pronunciations have a natural dissonance with reggae relaxation, but this debut by Long Shen Dao tells otherwise: Words and phrases are ingeniously arranged and smoothed to match the rasta syncopation. The “tai chi” part comes with the chill sound of guzheng, which flows between the hum of guitar and bass like clear water over pebbles and grass. This album won’t transport you to Jamaica but we’ll take the bright skies and palm trees of Sanya’s shores. Michelle Dai Standout tracks: “Wrap You Up” (拥抱), “Slowly Fly” (慢慢飞) Like this? Try… Guzheng Reggae (Xie Tianxiao)

GENERATION SIX VARIOUS ARTISTS The album cover is a bit misleading; beneath the colorful and optimistic surface there’s anger and angst contained. Four young punk bands (Rustic, Birdstriking, Flyx and Old Fashion) put together this collection of a dozen songs. While other kids their age are busy chasing the latest trend, these eccentric boys have dived into a time tunnel – traveling to the era when The Ramones and The Clash ran riot, and bringing back that CBGB-in-the-’70s energy to 21st century Beijing. In their hands, guitar strings are plucked freely and notes jump out wildly like bullets from an uncontrolled machine gun. This isn’t exactly a master work, but we’ll give these late-’80s boys some time. Michelle Dai Standout tracks: “Son” (儿子), “Many Ways” Like this? Try … You Can Listen You Can Talk (Carsick Cars), Bastards of the Nation (Demerit)

DIFFERENT GEAR, STILL SPEEDING BEADY EYE OK, let’s get this out of the way – this is Oasis without Noely G, and it sounds like The Beatles. Liam Gallagher comes belting out of the traps a mere 18 months after Oasis imploded and innovative it is not. He’s back, and he’s singing, not shouting, and he sounds fantastic. There’s nothing here to sway the growing legion of mean-spirited Oasis-haters – if anything, it’s further ammunition. But it hangs better than any Oasis album released in the last ten years, and it’s the ballads that are most arresting, specifically “The Beat Goes On” with its nursery-rhyme melody, and closing track “The Morning Son,” the closest they’ve ever come to matching “Champagne Supernova.” Not perfect, but a fine effort from Gallagher Jr. Over to you, Noel. Mike Robinson Standout tracks: “The Morning Son,” “Kill For A Dream” Like this? Try … Miles Kane, The La’s, Electric Light Orchestra

COMPUTERS AND BLUES THE STREETS

Standout tracks: “Soldiers,” “Lock The Locks” Like this? Try… Plan B, Professor Green, Dizzee Rascal

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ANBERLIN’S “BEST TO DATE” by Michelle Dai

f ter signing to Universal Republic in 2007, Anberlin’s sound got softer and softer, leaving behind their grand hardcore punk past. The charts have taken note – their latest album opened at #9 on the Billboard 200 and topped the Christian album chart. The band has been labeled many things, but nothing seems to fit their musical evolution. We asked lead singer Stephen Christian about it.

another chance to name the band … I really believe that the band makes the name. But if I had to change the name of our band now, I think I would call us “The Post-Emo Indie Emerging Church Christians Band.” What were you like in high school? Shy, quiet, a dork. I had very few friends and wore all black, even though I wasn’t “goth.”

A popular Chinese website If you were to labeled you as “IRONICALLY, NO ONE IS be locked in a “Indie Emo”… I think that a lot of CREATING ‘ROCK’ MUSIC” room where one genre of music journalists enjoy was played on a loop, what putting bands into boxes. For us, music would drive you crazy the we’re neither indie nor emo. We are fastest? on a major label, and our songs are Rapcore. not sensitive. But honestly, labels do not bother us anymore. We’re If your latest album were a type excited for the chance to play in China. They could call us “polka-rock” of alcohol, it would be … Gin. Even though it’s hard liquor, it if it opened the door for us to play goes down easy. for them! Your latest album sounds much less hardcore than your previous ones. Bands must evolve or die. We wanted to try something that no one was doing, and ironically no one is creating “rock” music. Brendan O’Brian absolutely cultivated these songs that we are so proud of – and believe to be our best to date.

The strangest fact you know about China is … Well, actually, I just recently took a class on International Business for my MBA class, and my final was a 20-page paper on a cultural business analysis of China since the 1970s, so ... I have a LOT of random facts about China floating around in my head. Quiz me.

Your name’s been the subject of much speculation. If you had

Anberlin won’t be a polka-rock band at MAO Livehouse on Mar 13.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS

So, sadly, this is Mike Skinner’s fifth and final album. The chav-savant whose first two albums were near-perfect snapshots of life in 21st-century Britain is calling it a day. No more cautionary narratives about birds, geezers and kebab shops. It’s tempting to speculate that without Mike Skinner, maybe Arctic Monkeys, Lily Allen or Dizzee Rascal wouldn’t exist – such is his influence over the ’00s musical landscape. This triumphant final hurrah is a massive return to form, a sage update of his lairy early days. We have him unable to “Google solutions to people’s feelings,” contemplating impending fatherhood, stalking exes on Facebook – and on the closer, “Lock The Locks,” he is signing out, packing up his desk, putting his career in boxes over a shuffling house beat. Give this man a knighthood. Innit. Mike Robinson

POST-GENRE BAND

STYLE

LOOSE CHANGE FRESH OUT THE BOX Head over to Triple-Major to see the latest collections of nine emerging Thai designers. Owner Ritchie Chan tells me the pieces often cost less than European labels, but show equal creativity. Mango has just unveiled a new and improved website, with more convenient browsing and 2-3 day delivery (http://shop.mango.com). Now that’s what we call fast fashion. The vintage-inspired short dresses and floral jumper from bread n butter’s new collection are the perfect transition pieces for spring. Word around town is that the very first Vivienne Westwood store in the mainland is slated to open in Beijing next month. We’ll give you all the details as soon as we hear more.

SURE, GODFREY, YOU CAN HOLD MY BAG FOR ME. OH WAIT, YOU ALREADY HAVE ONE ...

STYLE-PHILE

Surprise Outlet, located on the second airport highway, opened in late January with an impressive line-up of stores that will eventually include I.T, Lane Crawford and Wo2.

Road 39, a new maternity brand founded by two French expats living in Shanghai, now has a Beijing showroom and e-shop (www.road39. com). Meanwhile, Hong Kong-based boutique Nine Months (www.ninemonthshk.com) has just extended its online shipping services to Beijing.

TIFFANY WANG WILL DUMP YOUR ASS FOR GODFREY GAO

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF OSPOP, TRIPLE-MAJOR AND LOUIS VUITTON

Gone are the days when Sanlitun Village North looked empty and forlorn. Over the last two months Balmain, Balenciaga (with a second floor reserved for VIP clients), Sonia by Sonia Rykiel and Longchamp have all opened for business. Juicy Couture also promises to set up shop soon.

irst, let’s have a few moments of silence to revel in the beauty that is Godfrey Gao. H m? Haven’t heard of him? A couple months ago he became the first Asian male face of the 156year-old French luxury brand Louis Vuitton. We say, smart move. (And not just because we want to have his babies. But yeah, that too.) According to the president of Coach Retail International, men now account for 45 percent of the USD 1.2 billion market for luxury handbags in China. That’s more than six times the ﬁgure in the US, where the stigmatized item has earned the decidedly unmanly nickname “man-purse.” Yet in China, as the LA Times points out, the ubiquitous manpurse serves as a status symbol – a chance for businessmen to showcase

their sense of style and wealth. And luckily for LV, the current trend still seems to favor the “flashier” labels, which also include Burberry, Gucci and Coach. While LV is hard at work promoting the man-purse, many of its rivals are prioritizing accessibility. Coach plans to open 25 stores in China’s mainland by June 2011 – we’re certain quite a few of those will end up in the nation’s capital. But enough speculation on the state of high-fashion here. How about we talk about some stores we can actually afford? Like Uniqlo, for instance. Sure, we’ve spotted some funky stuff there as of late (orange mohair sweater, really?!), but they’ll always remain a reliable option for basic cardigans and jeans. Better yet, they’ve

just unloaded a fresh shipment of designer collaboration items for both men and women. Jil Sander’s much-buzzed-about +J collection is now for sale at Uniqlo’s Sanlitun Village store. Though the bulk of the line dropped in late January, many of its more fashion-forward pieces have only begun trickling in more recently. If you hurry, you should still be able to snag a well-cut blazer or two. But perhaps Mango’s new denim series appeals more to your sartorial sensibilities. We personally feel ambivalent about the idea of jean dresses and jean belts, but we’re pleased they’re already channeling this summer’s ’70s trend. It lets us feel that much closer to sunshine, cold beers and tanlines. Hey, a girl can dream, can’t she?

The Spa of Hilton Beijing Wangfujing wants to prep your dried-out, sundeprived skin for spring with its new “Spring Essentials” package, which includes a rebalance body wrap and relaxing touch therapy. “Proudly Made in China” brand ospop – which first became available in China last month via its online website – has finally snagged itself a brick-andmortar location in Beijing. See their redesigned canvas bags and shoes in the flesh at Plastered T-shirts.

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WHAT’S NEW SHOPS MERCIBEAUCOUP Daily 10am-10pm. NLG-25, B1/F, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (6416 9142) www.mercibeaucoup.jp 朝阳区三里屯路11号Village北区地下1层NLG-25

The fashion police would go wild in here. Purple polka-dot leggings (RMB 500) and batwing sweatshirts with three-dimensional rosebuds (RMB 7,300)? At every turn you encounter more and more patterns: camouflage teamed with stripes, plaid with hearts, Christmas reindeer with … well, those are peculiar enough on their own. There’s not a single white tee in sight. Matching tops-and-bottoms look amusingly like sleepwear. Of course the brand hails from Japan (where else?) – if any country is well-versed in playful, experimental fashion, it’s that one. A flatscreen TV shows models zipping by, wearing fun wigs and get-ups, and striking kooky poses. While we wouldn’t suggest buying out the store, one or two pieces would surely add some much-needed mischief to your wardrobe. Tiffany Wang Must buy: Sheer loose dress with hearts in black and navy (RMB 1,680) Also try: I.T Beijing Market

FAB FIVE WUHAO 五号 By appointment only. 35 Mao’er Hutong, Dongcheng District (6400 5435, 189 1135 5035) www.wuhaoonline.com 东城区帽儿胡同35号

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collection on a seasonal basis according to the five elements. I am aghast at the sheer amount of thought and labor devoted to each project. Pascal points out fascinating details: tiny beads on a fur cap, all individually hand-stitched; the fitting room lined with goose feathers; a bench made with traditional Chinese woodworking techniques, etc. Then again, she has strong motives. “I want to present Chinese designers’ work in the way they deserve,” she tells me, with sincerity. “People don’t know there is creativity in China.” In the main pavilion, three mannequins stand side by side, modeling three different black dresses. Two are made by French couturiers, the third by Beijing-based brand LMC. To the naked eye there’s no discernible difference amongst them; they belong together. And that, ladies and gentlemen, is exactly the point. Tiffany Wang Must buy: Set of three “antler” rings by Suchunrong (RMB 980) Also try: BNC, Triple-Major

Daily 11am-12.30am. Kangbao Garden, 8 Gongti Donglu (across the street from the East Gate of Workers’ Stadium), Chaoyang District (5283 5318/19) 朝阳区工人体育场东路8号康堡花园（工人体育场东门对面）

Japanese in origin only, this spa’s specialty lies more in TCM and Western massage. Here, you’re encouraged to follow your nose, for Sawaha (aptly named after the “flower of awakening”) swears by fragrant hydrotherapy; bitter herbal fumes choke the first and second floors, and floral notes sweeten the third. Traditional tearooms serving complimentary snacks and brews open up to the nest of private rooms, where treatments range from aromatic ocean baths (RMB 320 for 30min) to hot compresses (RMB 158 for 30min). I tried the special nourishing treatment (RMB 238 for 70min), despite my usual aversion to cupping and moxibustion. The verdict? I hadn’t had a proper night’s rest in over a week, but that night, I slept soundly for over 12 hours. I’m already aching for round two. Tiffany Wang Also try: Herborist Spa, The Meridian

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF WUHAO, MERCIBEAUCOUP AND SAWAHA

all it what you will – a curated space, a concept store, a clothing boutique, whatever – but finding this place is a feat in itself. Perhaps getting me lost in a tangle of hutongs is all part of their master plan, a test that will allow only the truly committed to pay homage to the treasures within. No wonder Wuhao’s managed to stay hidden for so long. Beijing’s best-kept secret can be identified only by its address – dainty metal numbers pinned discreetly beside massive dungeon-like doors. I rang the doorbell and waited. Imagine elegant, playful and cutting-edge clothing beyond your wildest dreams, strewn about a traditional Chinese courtyard setting. Fantastical art exhibitions, like the ice fish entrance, inject the atmosphere with a sense of magical surrealism. I’m greeted by the owner, a Frenchwoman named Isabelle Pascal, who insists on giving all visitors the grand tour. She explains that they stock over 80 designers – all either Chinese or China-inspired – and adapt the environment and

SAWAHA 菩提华

INSPECT A GADGET GADGETS OF THE MONTH ➌

PHILIPS BDP5100/93 BLU-RAY PLAYER What, you haven’t upgraded to Blu-ray yet? Don’t worry – this gadget will also play all the other discs you’ve amassed over the years – as well as USB-based HD movies in most of the video and audio formats available on the Internet.

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BANG AND OLUFSEN BEOSOUND 8 Trim enough to blend in but powerful enough to project great sound quality and depth. Dock your iPod/iPhone/iPad or stream your music collection wirelessly from any computer. There’s also an app for alarm clock, timer play and Internet Radio access. Don’t forget to customize its look with speaker covers in six colors.

www.philips.com.cn ➋ RMB 1,900

IRIVER IPET Q10 This pup not only plays your favorite tunes, it also responds to your finger movements by barking and vibrating. When not showing facial expressions, its high-tech mug displays the user interface and music info. And you can play, stop and control the volume by wagging its tail. www.iriver.com.cn RMB 399

www.bang-olufsen.com RMB 9,000

PANASONIC LUMIX GF2 Even smaller than the first generation GF1, this Micro Four Thirds camera features a 12MP sensor, HD video recording, and an intuitive touchscreen operation that allows the user to set the focus or release the shutter directly via its 3-inch LCD. www.panasonic.cn RMB 4,999

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PHILIPS LIVINGCOLORS MINI Scandalous scarlet, dreamy underwater blue, brash yellow, a cool and clinical violet … Set the mood with this mini lamp, which radiates light in 256 color variations. Available in black or white. www.philips.com.cn RMB 799

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EYE CANDY by Joey Guo SAMSUNG ST600 CANON IXUS 130 With its slim lines and burnished metal chassis, this pocket-sized DC will attract admiring glances wherever it’s used. And while other cameras may boast a smile shutter, this one also gives you the option of remotely triggering the shot with a wink or when an extra face enters the frame. All this in addition to its 14MP sensor, 2.7-inch LCD, a 2.8mm 4x wide-angle zoom lens and 720p HD video recording. Available in black, silver, orange and pink.

Frame your self-portraits with greater accuracy with this glossy point-and-shoot camera’s 1.8-inch front LCD display. Then flip it over and review your shots on its 3.5-inch touchscreen display. Difficult shots are made effortless with jump shot, smile shutter, couple shot and the cartoon-displaying children mode. You’ll also get cool effects filters, such as miniature, vignetting, fisheye and sketch. Available in black, purple, pink and champagne gold. www.samsung.com.cn RMB 2,000

www.canon.com.cn RMB 1,800

SONY CYBERSHOT DSC-J10 Do fun features such as face detection and smile-activated shutter make up for the lack of HD video capability? This stylish camera features a 16.1MP sensor, 2.7-inch LCD screen, 4x optical zoom lens and 4GB built-in memory. A built-in USB connector facilitates battery charging and image transfer. Available in four color combinations (blue/silver, orange/brown, red/pink and white/pink). www.sony.com.cn RMB 1,500

All featured items also available on www.taobao.com MARCH 2011

FASHION FIVE-OH

FORM AND FUNCTION

Who says you need a job to have a uniform? Well, tell society to shove it. This outfit is de rigueur for retirees. Smart shoes and a collared shirt (with matching socks) show that you still take pride in your appearance. Sweatpants, knitwear and vintage denim prove that you are above dressing for the crowd.

text by Jonathan White; photos by Mattia Baldi and Roberta Pero

“Think Different” is what they sell you. And that’s exactly what you do: become an individual who wears your compulsory T-shirt over a woolen sweater with a woolen hat. Indoors. Yeah, you’re a genius, all right.

Do they call them high-visibility tabards because they reflect light ... or because they’re everywhere nowadays? These vests have had their fluorescence washed out and their reflective strips grimed and – in the way that Converse All-Stars look better dirty – it works.

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The only thing worse than wearing a suit of armor is getting the date of the costume party wrong. The only thing worse than that is getting the suit of armor off when nature calls. No one’s going to let you call them “fair maiden” if you smell authentically medieval.

You know what they say – if you can’t wok the wok, then don’t toque the toque. Plain and simple is the way to go in the kitchen – that goes both for ingredients and your chef’s whites. Let’s just hope she’s not pairing them with wacky pants and Crocs.

In certain parts of the world, men are afraid of color. That can’t be said here. If you are willing to dress like a camp Oxford don or a bold golfer attending a luncheon, more power to you. Just stop talking about property prices.

The critical acclaim for the Coen brothers’ True Grit means that now is the perfect time to start wearing a Stetson. Admittedly, the hat only really counts as part of a uniform when you’re wrangling cattle but exceptions can be made if you can sing Kenny Rogers’ half of “Islands in the Stream.”

Surely this is what one would have found upon arrival in the Eastern Bloc in the late 1980s: as much military and law enforcement influence as could be squeezed onto such a rationed silhouette. Worn with patent shoes because “In disco, we are dance. Yes? Vodka?”

Customer: That’s a fancy uniform. TCM pharmacist: [speech inaudible] Customer: I like the retro collar. Nice buttons too. TCM pharmacist: [louder] Tfmhmm uhh hrghhhhhghn. Customer: This is pointless. How much for the wormwood? TCM pharmacist: [clear] 14 kuai, please.

MARCH 2011

GET THE LOOK

Silk dress by Boutique. RMB 840. Topshop

THE BARE MINIMUM by Tiffany Wang

Black wide-leg pants. RMB 199. H&M

Silver ring. RMB 79. Pull and Bear

inimalism. That fateful word has struck a chord with the fashion world. For the past year, it’s been probed relentlessly behind atelier walls and stripped down by style magazines. But what exactly does the trend entail? Is it just oversized tunics and wide-legged pants, per Phoebe Philo’s S/S 2011 vision (see left)? Or is it more in line with Michael Kors’ all-white get-ups? To put it simply – pun intended – minimalism is the idea that less is more. A fashion make-under. Pure, understated style. Think clean lines, pared-down silhouettes, solid shades and, above all, no unnecessary embellishments. Pick up a form-skimming top with concealed stitching and a basic neckline. A couple seasons ago it might’ve been called “plain” or “uninspired.” Now the piece sets a contemporary tone, looking fresh in a sea of messy patterns. Fluid maxi dresses also translate easily from day- to eveningwear – a detail that epitomizes efficient minimalism. Meanwhile, shorts and pants are turning up without visible zippers and buttons, becoming all-around more sleek and comfortable. Jeffrey Campbell Vienna wedges. We’re back to the good ol’ days. So long as you RMB 890. Solestruck aim for subtle, you’re bound to get it right.

ATELIER

Chloe cotton-blend silk high-waisted shorts. RMB 4,020. Net-a-Porter

WEI TAO by Tiffany Wang

his Hebei native first came to Beijing at age 18 to work as a translator for a local tailor. She soon fell in love with the art of clothing alteration herself. Now, seven years later, she’s well on her way to establishing Beijing’s first tailoring empire, with three Carol & Luc shops and counting. We asked Wei Tao what it takes to make a suit and what she hopes that the future has in store.

If I wasn’t a tailor, I’d be a teacher. I consider it meaningful work to transfer one’s knowledge, skills and experience to the next generation. My ideal client is the one who appreciates and understands the tailoring process. In the end, it all comes down to respect. A really good business suit has to be light, thin, straight and soft.

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I can’t imagine a life without color, since color represents the diversity of life. But if I could make clothes with one color for the rest of my life, I’d use black. It’s practical and suited for every type of person and occasion. Tailoring is a very personal process, but these days, I see more and more of my clients ordering online. I dream that my company will one day be international. I want to become the best tailor in all of China, and show that Chinese tailors can beat the best tailors in the UK and Italy. Carol & Luc. Daily 9am-9pm. Unit 5-12, 1/F, Bldg 5, Diplomatic Residence Compound, Jianguomenwai, Chaoyang District (8532 3817, 138 1005 1411, cltailors@gmail.com) www.thebeijingtailor.com 朝阳区建国门外外交公寓5楼1层5-12号

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU AND COURTESY OF CELINE, NET-A-PORTER, PULL AND BEAR AND TOPSHOP

A tailor must be patient, careful and intuitive. Making clothing to order requires a good eye for detail, plus you must adapt designs on the spot according to the needs of your customers.

Suits have a long history, but the details keep changing. Suits need to “follow” the body. Women’s dresses, on the other hand, require far less complicated cutting and sewing.

+ ARTS CULTURE SNAPSHOTS ART

Ai Weiwei’s first retrospective in China was to be held at the UCCA this March but has now been canceled. Reasons cited include the museum’s lack of preparation and heightened “sensitivities.” This is all the more deflating after recent news of the Ullens divesting themselves of the UCCA. Meanwhile, 100,000 of the artist’s hand-painted ceramic sunflower seeds sold for GBP 349,250 at Sotheby’s. That’s GBP 3.49 per seed. Happy cracking, mysterious telephone bidder. Speaking of money and art, the Kempinski is hosting its first exhibit as part of its Arts Support Program; all month, Estonian photographer Alexander Gronsky shows his landscapes of a variegated China in “Waters and Mountains.”

CINEMA

LOVE, LITERATURE AND STABBING. TNT PRESENTS MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

ART ATTACK

IN PRINT

MARILYN MAI WILL DUMP YOUR ASS FOR A GOOD BOOK

PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS

ooks are like love interests. When we’re k ids, the y ’re short and easy to read. As we mature, things get a little more complicated – we realize the folly of judging by appearances, and learn to value depth and complexity over clichés and cheap thrills. (But let’s be honest, nice packaging never hurts.) When you find particularly good ones, it’s often dangerous to show them to friends, lest they be unwittingly taken from you. Both require time and commitment before offering any real rewards, and both are worn in by familiarity, until they fit nicely into the spaces in our lives. Both give good cause for staying curled up under the covers on a cold day. And in both, humor makes almost anything forgivable. A n d o f c o u r s e, t h e re’s t h e emotional ride that both afford. When you star t a book , there’s

anticipation, hope, a sense of discovery. Much like a first date, when you wonder whether he’ll pay for your burrito, or just take disproportionately large bites out of it, only to treat you to the unpleasant after-effects of bean overdose. And no matter how much fun you’re having, if it ends badly, all is lost. I could go on, but by now I think it’s clear that reading’s a pretty big deal around here. And what’s this? A March chock-full of literary events to sate every reader’s appetite? With the Capital M Literary Festival ﬁnishing on March 6 and the Bookworm International Film Festival (BILF) kicking oﬀ March 4, you could make a full-time job of going to book talks, workshops, poetry readings and the like. Check our Events listings for details on when and how to see your favorite writers in action. There’s other, non-bookish stuff

In celebration of Women’s Day (Mar 8), Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar will screen two rarely seen melodramas that were groundbreaking in their time: Taiwanese film Oyster Girl (Mar 8) and Hong Kong film Mambo Girl (Mar 22). In theaters, Let the Bullets Fly is now the second-highest-grossing film in China, having raked in over RMB 650 million. Crazily enough, that still makes its revenue less than half that of the film at #1: Avatar, at close to RMB 1.4 billion. Also, word is out that Christian Bale will star in Zhang Yimou’s Nanjing Heroes. Think he’ll be able to control his temper on a Chinese set?

to do too. Red Light Revolution, the sex-shop comedy we featured in our January issue, is finally being screened in B eijing . C a tc h a showing at Yugong Yishan (Mar 27) after a discussion and Q&A session. The National Ballet of China brings the bendy ballerinas and lush set of Raise the Red Lantern back to the NCPA (Mar 12-13). And galleries are back open, so take advantage of the warming weather with a stroll through Caochangdi. Three Shadows Photography Art Centre has a cheeky X-ray exhibit that ends M arch 6, and Pek in Fine Arts’ “You Are Not A Gadget” is extended until April. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ll be getting back to my book. And my burrito.* *Please do not take this seriously. There are no burritos in Beijing.

Bi Feiyu, who appears at the BILF on March 9, has been shortlisted for the Man Asian Literary Prize for his latest novel, Three Sisters (see our review, p51), placing him in the company of both Nobel Prize winner Kenzoburo Oe (The Changeling) and first-time novelist Manu Joseph (Serious Men), among others. The winner of the Man Asian will be announced sometime this month. If your favorite Capital M and BILF events are sold out, take solace. We’ve done our best to give you a taste of the festival right here in our pages and on TheBeijinger.com with lots of exciting interviews with authors.

STAGE

TNT Theatre Britain – known for their energetic adaptations and original plays that incorporate music, theater, and dance – is performing S h a k e s p e a re’s Much Ado About Nothing at Nine Theater (Mar 25). Staatskapelle Dresden Orchestra is also back in town, and will be at the NCPA on March 26. Aspiring dramatists might want to look into the Beijing Innovative Theatre Experience’s workshop, The Playwright’s Toolbox (starts Mar 19).

MARCH 2011

FEATURE

PEN PALS

PETER HESSLER AND YAN LIANKE TALK AUTHORSHIP IN CHINA

ou all know BILF favorite Peter Hessler: the former China correspondent for the New Yorker whose writings about life in China inform and delight. Since he’s suffered many a grilling at the hands of our editors, we thought we’d be good sports and let him have a go. Here, he asks Yan Lianke, one of China’s most talked-about authors, some questions about the writing process. What’s the path like for a young creative writer in China today? When we talk about young authors, we’re probably referring to the post-’80s generation: Guo Jingming and Han Han from Shanghai, Zhang Yueran here in Beijing, and others. These authors are, like the previous generation, mostly self-taught. B u t a re t h e re c re a t i ve writing courses or degree programs at any Chinese colleges? China’s universities don’t have writing courses and don’t really train up writers. Usually writers start with their own personal passion for literature; they gradually begin writing, and then become professional authors. The main difference with younger writers today is that authors who became famous around the ’70s star ted with shor t stories and novellas, would publish their work in some literary journals, then little by little build names for themselves and eventually become well-known writers of novels or longer pieces.

But for the post-’80s writers, most of them won big writing competitions ten years or so ago and that’s what made them famous (as was the case for Han Han and Zhang Yueran). And for the even younger post-’90s writers, many get their start on the Internet, then go to print. You’ve covered subjects from recent history, mostly from the 1980s. How do you research this material? I’m all too familiar with China’s current reality, so I don’t feel a need to “research” or “examine” it. For me, the challenge is more in finding the essence behind things that get covered up by everyday life. Did you travel to places (like Henan) to conduct interviews? Actually, prior to writing my novel Dream of Ding Village, I did spend a lot of time in AIDS villages, trying to understand the situation. But the point wasn’t so much to gather material for my writing, but to extend help to AIDS victims. Did you have any interest in writing narrative nonfiction about these subjects?

Dream of Ding Village is available at The Bookworm. Yan appears at the BILF on Mar 17; Hessler appears on Mar 16-18. Look for our interview with Hessler on www.thebeijinger.com.

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WICKED WORDSMITH OMAR MUSA AT THE BILF by Kara Banker

f, when I say “poetry,” you still think hip-hop scene for a few years when of boring iambic pentameter, someone asked me to do a rap at you haven’t been to a poetry a poetry slam because they didn’t slam. And you haven’t heard Omar have enough participants.” Musa Musa, whose verse about the early won, and he was hooked. “I immediexploration of the Pacific begins: ately fell in love with slams because it “ The sea is a highway of spume, makes accessible an art form which its shifting brow, festooned by young people often consider boring pulverized stars and moons.” This and pretentious.” is slam poetry – its content not quite Musa’s burning desire to pass hip-hop, yet its lilt so rhythmic it’s on this form will find some relief hard to sit still while reading. in his upcoming workshop at the Poetr y slams give people a BILF. “I try to get people to leave the chance to per form an age - old page behind and focus on thinking form in a way that of reading poetry better engages as a dramatic per“TO ME, RAP IS a modern-day for mance. I lik e THE MOST IMPORTANT to get participants a u d i e n c e. M u s a would know; he’s moving and FORM OF POETRY a skilled slam poet experimenting IN THE WORLD” with an Australwith performance ian national title to styles. It will be a prove it. His love for poetry began at lot of fun.” an early age, and rap was his main Musa has a new rap project in avenue for writing and performing. the works, where he teams up with “To me, rap is the most important rapper Mighty Joe under the name form of poetry in the world,” he says. MoneyKat. “Life is a bit of a blur “It gets young people into expressat the moment,” he says, “but I am ing interesting ideas and stories taking it all as it comes!” To get a through words, rhythm and rhyme, taste of Musa’s own performance without even realizing that they are style, check out his website at www. writing poetry.” obmmusic.com. Like a bicyclist hit by a car on the sidewalk, poetry slams took him by Omar Musa appears at the BILF on Mar complete surprise. “I had been doing 5, 6 and 9. He also performs on Mar 12 at club shows and toiling away in the 2 Kolegas as part of the JUE Festival.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF OMAR MUSA

The level of control China maintains over its writers means narrative nonfiction that is both real and profound is pretty much impossible to do. This is why I’m not as interested in nonfiction. Here, novels allow better reach into the layers, the insides of China’s current reality; they also better embody a writer’s literary perspective and artistic vision.

GRAND SLAM

REVIEWS

FEATURE

ART: “CHINA DREAM” RED GATE GALLERY Red Gate Gallery turns 20 this July, and in anticipation of the big birthday celebration, they’ve curated a teaser show, “China Dream,” which brings together mid-career artists Xue Song, Pu Jie and Chris Gill. Red Gate’s presence (and influence) through the early stages of Beijing’s exploding contemporary art scene affords it a privileged vantage point going forward. “China Dream” speaks out of this, allowing the artists to comment on societal flux amid the stability of long-time peers (the three have shared exhibit spaces since the 1990s). Though they hail from Shanghai, the themes of their joint project easily resonate in Beijing. Gill’s found materials, Xue Song’s exuberant colors, and Pu Jie’s juxtaposition of old and new come together in a provocative conversation about China’s past, present and future. Marilyn Mai “China Dream” will be on display from Mar 19-Apr 17.

BOOKS: THREE SISTERS BI FEIYU Mao Zedong famously said, “Women hold up half the sky.” Bi Feiyu’s second novel explores this notion through the stories of three sisters living in the countryside during the Cultural Revolution. The book is divided into three parts: the first chronicles the journey of Yumi, who uses marriage to improve her family’s social status; the second focuses on Yuxiu, who must contend with the stigma and trauma of rape; and the last shifts to Yuyang, who takes advantage of educational opportunities to better her life. In his lyrically candid style, Bi Feiyu parses his characters’ motivations, the traditions that back them, and the consequences their choices have on themselves and those around them. Three Sisters lays bare the humiliation and exploitation women faced as second-class citizens in a purportedly egalitarian Chinese society. Phoenix Tso Three Sisters is available at The Bookworm. The author will discuss the book at the BILF on Mar 9.

FILM: WHAT WOMEN WANT (WO ZHI NÜREN XIN) CHEN DAMING This faithful remake with a Chinese sensibility stars Andy Lau as a chauvinistic advertising executive who gets passed over for a promotion in favor of a hot female newcomer (Gong Li). As in the original, Lau suffers a bathtub “electrocution” while trying to complete an assignment and gains the ability to read women’s minds, which he first uses to try and oust Gong from her job before predictably falling in love with her. The movie is bloated with unnecessary subplots and supporting characters, but offers lighthearted commentary on the concurrent rise of women’s socioeconomic status and consumer culture in China today. Gong Li and Andy Lau are much more appealing romantic leads than the original film’s Helen Hunt and Mel Gibson, making their rivalry-turned-courtship a pleasure to watch. Phoenix Tso What Women Want is currently playing at cinemas around town.

STAGE: IDENTITY: A PERFORMANCE

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS

BILL AITCHISON One need only look at this photo of “professional eccentric” Bill Aitchison to know that “Identity : A Performance” will be astute and dry-witted. A veteran of 15 years of performance at theaters and festivals all over the world, Aitchison comes to The Bookworm International Literary Festival to deliver a unique one-man show based on his experiences living in Xiamen. There is no shortage of foreigners living in Beijing, and among us few strangers to the kinds of bizarre and funny translations and incongruences that are inevitable in a new country. Aitchison’s British black humor promises to meld those experiences – at once personal and shared – into a lively, clever performance of contemporary identity. Iona Whittaker Bill Aitchison cuts loose at the BILF on Mar 17.

HOW DARE YOU

THE SLAP HEARD ‘ROUND THE WORLD by Nikolaus Fogle

he premise of The Slap, as stated turner nonetheless. That’s because on the book jacket, is simple: its characters deal with the same “At a suburban barbecue, ordinary but critical questions we all a man slaps a child who is not face. As we read, we find ourselves his own.” What follows in Christos running through the inventory of Tsiolkas’ absorbing novel, though, our opinions and prejudices, forging can’t be summed up anywhere near alliances with our favorite characso succinctly. Tsiolkas traces the ters, savoring each vindication and scandalous incident’s aftermath each outrage. Ultimately, though, we through no less than eight distinct come to see the panorama of – if not points of view, taking us into each justified – at least understandable character as they navigate the mores, perspectives. At the center lies the attitudes and decisions that define slap itself, and the questions it prothem. The result is a kaleidoscopic vokes. Does it take a village to raise v i e w o f l i fe i n c o n te m p o r a r y, a child, or is each family – or even middle-class each parent – Melbourne. DOES IT TAKE A VILLAGE u l t i m a t e l y o n The author their own? All TO RAISE A CHILD, OR IS k inds of issues has earned a reputation as EACH FAMILY ULTIMATELY are churned up in one of Australia’s the tumult, from ON THEIR OWN? most relevant friendship to contemporary fidelity, and from writers. Since his 1995 debut Loaded, abortion to drug abuse. Tsiolkas’ fiction has garnered a great When I asked Tsiolkas about his deal of critical attention. The Slap upcoming visit to Beijing, he couldn’t itself has won a string of prizes, help reminiscing about the first time including the 2009 Commonwealth he saw Jia Zhangke’s film Unknown Writers Prize, and was longlisted for Pleasures, about the new generathe 2010 Man Booker Prize. It’s also tion of Chinese youth, and how it being transformed into a television transformed the way he looked at serial. One of the reasons for this the world. “ That dislocation, that acclaim is Tsiolkas’ ability to show us shock,” he said, “is something I seek the personal side of multiculturalism in art and in writing.” A good book is, – and to make it entertaining. (The sometimes, like a sound slap. Slap’s ensemble cast is Greek, French, Australian aboriginal, Anglo-Saxon Tsiolkas appears at The Bookworm Australian, and various hyphenated I n t e r n a t i o n a l L i t e ra r y Fe s t i v a l combinations of the above.) (Mar 8 and 11) in conjunction with You won’t find an escapist romp Australian Writers’ Week. here. But this hefty volume is a page-

MARCH 2011

FEATURE

POODLE IN THE WIND

BOOKSHELF

ANDREW O’HAGAN’S CANINE CONFIDENTIAL by Kara Banker

dmit it: Being a fly on the wall in Marilyn Monroe’s house, privy to the sex symbol’s most private moments, is a tantalizing thought. Andrew O’Hagan gives us a peek in his latest novel, The Life and Opinions of Maf the Dog and of His Friend Marilyn Monroe, by telling tales from the perspective of her real-life pet Maltese (he was a gift from Ol’ Blue Eyes). O’Hagan yapped with us in advance of his appearance at BILF. We started by asking him how this book differs from his previous works. “By being funny. By being set mainly in America. By laughing at the solemnity of philosophy. By being narrated by a dog.” “It’s a lovely tradition in world literature: animals speaking moral truth that people can’t quite hear. I loved it. I loved Jonathan Swift and George Orwell, and felt moved to get a combination of my own onto the page, a mixture of frivolity and deadly seriousness. The real Maf was there for an incredible period of post-war American history. He witnessed something of the Cold War, the end of Hollywood’s golden period, the rise of self-help and celebrity, the Kennedy White House, and I felt if he could speak ...” “I happen to believe that writers, or what I’ll call my sort of writer, tend constantly to summon home from a position

of exile. The Germans have a term for it, heimlich, which describes the condition of being homesick for a place that doesn’t quite exist. I’ve always cared for that notion and for the work of writers and thinkers and travelers who play with that.” “Like many people, I have been imagining China since I was a child, and I feel excited at the idea of actually being there. I am bringing my brother, and we are expecting to be awestruck and educated at the same time.” “Some writers are made but I would argue most are born. I’m not talking merely about talent, but about the swing of one’s DNA. If you’re a writer you spend every minute of the day like that. I fell into it when very young, feeling I had discovered myself.” “I have a play being produced, The Missing, which will be a giant thing with a wonderful production team. I’ve also been working on a film called Waiting for Bardot with a brilliant new filmmaker, Will Frears. And there’s a new book.” “Something else I want Beijingers to know about me? I’m an amazing ballet dancer.” Andrew O’Hagan appears at the BILF Mar 15-17. Details at www. bookwormfestival.com.

EMMA DONOGHUE AUTHOR

The books on my shelf that have the most sentimental value? None, actually. I wouldn’t rush to save any of them in a fire. That’s because the body of a book, to me, is important only in that it attracts a reader to read it; the book itself really exists in that space between a text and the reader’s mind. I don’t deliberately pretend to have read any books ... but I used to tell people what I believed to be the case, that I read Tolstoy’s War and Peace in my teens. Recently I tried reading it “again” and discovered that I had never got more than a hundred pages into it, and I still couldn’t this time!

The book that changed my life was Jeannette Winterson’s The Passion. It made me realize that you could write a lesbian story that was great literature as well. Have I ever judged a book by its cover? Oh, I do every time I’m standing in a bookshop and turn away from an image that doesn’t appeal

MARCH 2011

The last book I bought was Captain Underpants, for my 7-year-old son. What book do I wish I had written? Many! Let’s say Neal Stephenson’s The Baroque Cycle. The book I’d like to see adapted as a film is, right now, my own Room. I’ve written a screenplay and would like nothing better than to be involved in a good film version. Fiction or non-fiction? Non-fiction is necessary but fiction is magical. The book I brought on the plane to read is Margaret Atwood’s Alias Grace, as my next novel is about an unsolved 19th-century murder and I want to remind myself how she tackled the one in her novel. My favorite line from a book is from Samuel Beckett’s Worstward Ho: “Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better.” Emma Donoghue appears at the BILF on Mar 7 and 8, courtesy of the Ireland Literary Exchange. Details at www. bookwormfestival.com.

PHOTOS: ANDREW BAINBRIDGE AND COURTESY OF ANDREW O'HAGAN

Our bathroom is the one room with no books in it. I t ’s not a healthy habit to settle in for a long time on the toilet, and I don’t get to have leisurely baths on my own since the kids came along ...

to me ... That’s why I read reviews and keep a list of books I’d like to try out, because I don’t want the cover to be the determining factor.

SPORTS

AT THE BUZZER The Wukesong Arena is no more. Calm down, it ’s not shut down. But it has sold out to The Man. The Man in this case is MasterCard and the stadium’s new name is the MasterCard Center. Like tango? Like marathons? Well, how does a Tango Marathon sound to you? Don’t worry, it’s a marathon in the least literal sense of the word – so at no point will you have to dance 42.195km. Anyway, the tango de la muerte takes place from March 17-21 at venues across town. Li Na is officially the best Chinese tennis player ever. Well done to her. This is because she came second in the Australian Open. Her appearance in the final was the farthest that any Chinese tennis player has ever managed. Li Na is also one of the best personalities in Chinese sport. When asked as to the motivation for her semi-final comeback against Caroline Wozniacki, Li responded, “Money.” She also threatened to make her husband (and coach) sleep in the bath, as his snoring was affecting her preparation.

TANGO'S A SPORT ... WHEN IT'S A MARATHON (MAR 17-21)

TALKING BALLS

JONATHAN WHITE IS LOOKING FORWARD TO FRESH AIR

PHOTO: CARLOS LUQUE

hope for all of our sakes that by the time you see this magazine, Beijing is no longer the frozen wasteland of the last few months. Winter spor ts are all well and good, but there’s nothing quite like physical activity in the sunshine – without the need for a coat. This month heralds the return of many competitions from their hibernation. Those who consider golf anything but a good walk spoiled can get back on the fairways with the Beijing Ladies Golfers and Beijing Golfers Club (see Feature, 54). The former of which has its season opening luncheon on March 3. Those who prefer their grass to be artificial and rectangular are also in luck. ClubFootball’s 5a-side League begins its midweek Spring season at Chaoyang and Si’de Parks; interested players and teams can contact play@wanguoqunxing.

com to get involved. Meanwhile, fans of the bigger game can opt for the International Friendship Football Club’s weekend 11-a-side League; see www.iffc1994.com for details. If you would rather play your field sports amid a more well-heeled crowd, there’s rugby and hockey to be signing up for. The Vermilion Beijing Devils have their registration night at The Den on March 12. The main reason to join is that discount cards for The Den are given to all players and social members. North American sports fans are dealt a good hand too. The Beijing Softball League hopes to start by the end of the month but they are looking for players now. They’ll take swingers of all ages, sexes and swinging experience. The folks over at Mashup have a big year planned. The first of their outdoor competitions to start is flag football.

Sign up at www.mashupasia.com before the league starts in April and look out for news on tennis and dodgeball. Aficionados of “real” American football will be interested to hear that the Beijing Guardians plan to assemble a full-on gridiron team from whatever the city has to offer, like a Beijing version of The Longest Yard. They announce that team this month. It doesn’t stop there though. There are decent live events in the city by way of the CBA All-Star Weekend (Mar 19 & 20) and Ding Junhui’s homecoming in the China Open snooker (Mar 28-Apr 3). Then after all of that, settle down in front of the TV for March Madness, the Champions’ League, the FA Cup, NBA, NHL, Formula 1, Six Nations rugby and the end of the Cricket World Cup. That’s a lot of late nights and early mornings.

Li Na’s rise was the focal point for some pretty weak journalism in the Guardian. Kevin Mitchell offered: “Li Na is not half a police siren but it might well be the skinniest collection of letters of any major figure in the history of sport.” This weak joke was not enough for the British media. Former England manager Glenn H o d d l e d ro p p e d t h e b a l l w h e n describing the disappointing Fernando Torres on Sky Sports with “It’s come off his chest, his knee, and his toe. It’s almost like that Chinese player Knee Shin Toe.” Groan. The first NFL player of full Chinese descent, Buffalo Bill Ed Wang, was was in town last month for a coaching clinic and a meet and greet. After age scandal that surrounded China’s gymnasts, it’s time for another sport to face scrutiny. In keeping with the sequin theme, it’s figure skaters that have been fingered. It was all a misunderstanding, at least according to the Chinese Skating Association. In keeping with age-related scandals, the Chinese Football Association now use bone age tests to catch youth players signing up for younger age groups. Fans of rugby (and/or drinking) should act fast if they want to catch Cathay Pacific’s deals for the Hong Kong Sevens (Mar 25-27). The offer runs until March 10 and packages include flights and match tickets with the option of accommodation. Find out where to book on www.dragonair.com.

MARCH 2011

FEATURE

GOLF COMES TO THE FORE

Q&A

BEIJING’S OTHER GREEN COMMUNITY by Lyle A. Scott

olf’s one of the most popular sports in the world, but lots of people are put off by the expense of joining a golf club and the fear of having no one to play with. With 80 courses in Beijing, which one do you join? Fortunately, two local grassroots ‘

organizations do the hard work for you: the women-only Beijing Ladies Golfers and Beijing Golfers Club. They both create a sense of community and emphasize having fun while improving your game. This month, they tee off their 2011 seasons.

Beijing Ladies Golfers

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Beijing Golfers Club

Started in

1996

1995 (became BGC in 1999)

Members

70+

250

Membership fee

RMB 400

RMB 1,200

Plays ...

Every Thu (until Nov)

Every Sun (until Dec) Non-members welcome

∙ Beijing Golf Club ∙ Beijing Country Golf Club ∙ Beijing Grand Canal ∙ Beijing Intl Golf Club ∙ Huanggang Golf Club ∙ Huatang Golf Club ∙ Jinghua Golf Club ∙ Winn River Golf Club

∙ Beijing Country Golf Club ∙ Tianan Golf Club ∙ Jinghua Golf Club ∙ Orient Pearl Golf Club ∙ Beijing Golf Club ∙ Ming Tombs

∙ Monthly competition ∙ Pink Ribbon Tournament (raising funds for the Breast Disease Center of the Peking Union Medical College Hospital – RMB 120,000 in 2010)

∙ Beijing Ryder Cup ∙ Finnair Monthly Medal ∙ BGC Monthly Medal ∙ Club Championship

Discounts/prizes from Capital Club, Nan Nan Nails, Toni&Guy, CoffeeArtCafe, Dr. Lu’s Chinese Healthcare, Citybus Tours, Dragonfly Therapeutic Retreat, Torres Wine, Old Scottish Putters, Zen Yue Spa, Seven Cedars Golf Centre, U-Need, L’Isola, Peter Murphy Golf Academy

Discounts at the six partner courses and even prizes from Finnair, Radisson SAS Hotels & Resorts, Tianan Golf Club, The Pavillion, Santa Fe Relocation, DHL, Gilt Edge, SAB Miller, IQ Air, Villa Lifestyles, SEB, ASC Fine Wines, Capital Club

www.beijingladiesgolf.org

www.beijing-golfers-club.org

Courses used

Tournaments

Member benefits

Website

MARCH 2011

THE RETURN OF THE OTHER HOCKEY

ockey is a game played on fields by people called Henry and George (and that’s just the girls). It’s a sport that is played as far and wide as Argentina, New Zealand, Holland and India – and, of course, China. The Beijing Hockey Club sat us down and gave us a stern talking to – which is fitting for a game that starts with a “bully-off.” Who plays hockey? It’s the third biggest team sport in the world after football and cricket – so, not that many people at all.

last 650 years? Obviously cockfighting has come a long way since then. Hockey clubs are notorious for their after-match antics – is that any different in Beijing? Have you not heard of our infamous post-match baijiu fines? They ’re wicked. There’ll be plenty of postmatch antics in our April tour to Hong Kong. Hockey is the national sport of India and Pakistan. Are their players the best? They have great flair and individual stick skills but individuality may not be the best in a team sport. When’s the last time you did an Indian dribble?

Is everyone as posh as the girls in St. Trinians? Yes, if you don’t own a castle there is no way you’re getting on the pitch. Also, the wearing of bright yellow tops a n d s h o r t re d “HAVE YOU NOT HEARD skirts is comOF OUR INFAMOUS pulsory.

Who is the best in the world, then? POST-MATCH BAIJIU FINES?” For women, Is it an easy Argentina and game for beginners to take up? Holland. Hopefully China will be the Blah, blah, blah, something about best one day; they took silver at the us being all-inclusive. Erm, what we Beijing Olympics. As for the men – mean to say is that chasing after several at the moment. a small hockey ball with a hooked stick is easy. What do you think of ice hockey? S a r a h Pa l i n c a l l e d i c e h o c k e y Do you get upset that ice hockey mothers “Bulldogs.” That says it all. is referred to simply as hockey? We prefer not to wear any protection I t ’s like American Football and and they can’t wear short skirts. football. We all know which came first. What do you think of roller hockey? Edward III called hockey an idle No brakes? Meh. game way back in 1363. Do you agree with him? What about air hockey? He said the very same thing about Serious fingernail injuries. football and cockfighting. E-mail bjhockeyclub@hotmail.com Has anything changed over the for more information.

PHOTOS: IHF AND LOTUSHEAD

NO ICE TO MEET YOU

LIVING

TO YOUR HEALTH EYECARE In today’s world, we pass many a day with our faces glued to the computer and TV. It’s no wonder nine out of ten people who work in an office now experience eye health problems. We asked Dr. Xie Bin-Yu from Beijing Intech Eye Hospital how to keep our eyes in optimum condition. Why is it important to get our eyes checked? The majority of eye diseases can be prevented, but unfortunately, some are hard to diagnose without an eye specialist. If you’re having any p ro b l e m s w i t h yo u r v i s i o n ( i . e. seeing floaters, flashes, fuzziness, etc.), you need to see an ophthalmologist immediately. What common eye health problems should we be aware of? The most common eye health problems are conjunctivitis, keratitis, blepharitis and dr y eye. Such a i l m e n t s a re re l a t e d m o s t l y t o personal health habits; for instance, they can be triggered by rubbing your eyes with unwashed hands, overwearing your contact lenses or even eating spicy food.

WE WON'T BE NEEDING THESE ANYMORE ...

LIVING LA VIDA LOCAL TIFFANY WANG WANTS TO KNOW WHAT SEED RODS ARE

PHOTO: LAFAYETTE COUNTY HEALTH

he lull in activity that followed Spring Festival was shortlived. Long before the firework smoke had settled, NGOs and community groups were busy lining up events for the lunar new year. Now, on top of the usual cooking and handicraft classes, there are book swaps, tango marathons, Irish and Indian cultural celebrations, and dialogues on climate change and gender discrimination. And that’s just for this month. If you’re curious about where your food comes from, head down to the Country Fair (Mar 12) at Studio-X, where local farmers will be touting their tantalizingly fresh produce, wines, teas and cheeses. Organizers Emi Uemura and Caroline Merrifield tell us we should go just for the “delicious fresh eggs with yolks a yellow you have to see to believe.” We admit it, we’re intrigued. See p56 to read the rest of the interview.

We wouldn’t even have access to organic goods if environmental awareness weren’t growing. We have events like Green Your School (see Feature, p12) to thank for that. The competition between schools all over China to reduce carbon emissions, which runs through March 12, is being documented on a virtual conferencing platform (http://gys.britishcouncil.org.cn) that hopes to connect people, harness ideas and encourage action. If you can read Chinese, take a look at the videos and comment on the students’ effor ts – you might just win the “highly coveted” seed rods “from the award-winning UK Pavilion at Shanghai Expo.” (Yeah, we’re just as perplexed about that last bit as you are.) Another issue that deserves our attention is education inequality in China. CNN producer Jo Ling Kent’s annual International Women’s Day Benefit (Mar 12) will be held this

year at Yishu 8. Last year the event raised over RMB 100,000 to sponsor two female teaching fellows in Yunnan for an entire year. This time around, proceeds will again benefit the China Education Initiative to help support the empowerment of young women in academia. Visit http://intlwomensday.org for tickets and more information. And finally, in light of March being National Save Your Vision Month, we thought it opportune to mention that Beijing Intech Eye Hospital is currently searching for a new “Keen Vision Ambassador.” The rules are simple. All you have to do is submit a photo that will appear on their website for public voting. In the meantime, as a “candidate” you’ll get 10 percent off your Lasik surgery – and if you’re eventually the lucky chosen one, you’ll get a full refund on the surgery and lifelong discounts on their medical services. 20/20 vision, here we come.

Why do my eyes feel irritated after using a computer all day? R e g u l a r co m p u te r u s e c a n a l s o cause eye strain, a symptom usually associated with Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). Symptoms include fatigue, dry and irritated eyes (i.e. itching, burning), light s e n s i t i v i t y, s q u i n t i n g , b l u r r e d vision and headaches. Here are some suggestions for treating CVS: • I ncrease humidity in the work environment • Avoid direct air blowing into eyes • Rest your eyes for 20 seconds every 20 minutes • Lower room lighting or use indirect lighting • Use an anti-glare screen • Adjust monitor brightness and contrast • Place document holder at the same distance from eyes as the monitor • Make sure the top line of text is approximately just below the line of vision What can we do on a day-to-day basis to boost eye health? Focusing on a high intake of antioxidants has been linked not only to a reduced risk of cancer, but also to a reduction of eye disorders like macular degeneration and cataracts. Fresh fruits and vegetables offer more antioxidants than any other food. See p91 for a list of trusted optometrists in Beijing. See p10 for more about antioxidants.

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HANDS-ON ...

WALL OF SHAME EVERYONE NEEDS A BOULDER TO CRY ON by Julia Zhou

aving lived in cities and been coddled by Chinese grandparents for a good part of my childhood, I learned to regard most physical activity as, well, something unwashed children did.

I might be the only person alive who can’t ride a bike. When I first heard a fr iend gushing about the transcendent experience of indoor bouldering, my curiosity was piqued. Indoors?

That must be safe … plus, how puzzles.” different could bouldering be from As I started on the beginner hiking on rocky trails? (I’d had some problems, both hands on one hold experience with the latter from and swinging my feet to reach the reluctant hiking trips with my boynext target, I recalled being told that friend, who grew up in the woods bouldering is like “tango with a rock.” and ended up somewhat feral.) The contorted intimacy with the wall As it turns out, it’s a much more coupled with the quiet consideraperilous pastime. Upon entering tion of my next few steps amounted the gym, I realized that indoor to an experience that was more like b o u l d e r i n g w a s m o re a k i n to playing chess while figuring out the indoor rock climbing. Climbers scale Kama Sutra. textured, angled walls by using Ever y time I got closer to protruding colored nubs called completing (half of ) the problem, “holds.” I felt a surge of The walls IT WAS LIKE PLAYING CHESS pride before I were far inevitably fell WHILE FIGURING OUT shor ter than off. That I nearly THE KAMA SUTRA those used in got to my next rock climbhold tempted ing, but patrons had only mats me to keep trying, like a hopelessly and their wits to guard against optimistic grandmother glued to a injury, since there were no ropes or slot machine at a casino. harnesses in sight. Shaking my fist at the wall and My friends and I, regarding the vowing to come back to conquer it, wall at a distance with awe and I finished my session that day feeling apprehension, were the obvious rather accomplished. Who knows? novices in the room. “You’re new to Next I might even tackle riding this, right?” an experienced climber a bike. asked me. “You can follow specific paths, Try scaling walls yourself for RMB called ‘problems,’ which are marked 50/day at O ’le Spor ts. To learn by the colored tape on the holds,” more, call 6776 4705 or e -mail she suggested. “Think of them as oleclimbing@gmail.com.

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deciding what and how to eat. What do local farmers gain from Country Fair? The event provides an opportunity fo r f a r m e r s t o e x c h a n g e a n d communicate among themselves, and to interact with, and educate, interested consumers. We hope that Country Fair will provide them with concrete economic benefits – in the form of new customers – and a sense that their efforts to feed Beijing well are neither isolated nor unappreciated.

And why should we come? To meet farmers with cool stories to tell. To buy delicious fresh eggs with yolks a yellow you have to see to believe, a giant pumpkin for soup, or amazing local cheeses. To learn about how food is grown around Beijing, and to check out our developing map of farms around the city. And of course, to run into old friends, and make new ones. The next Country Fair takes place on Mar 12 at Studio X. For more info, e-mail farmersmarketbj@gmail.com.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF DAVID BECKER AND O'LE SPORTS

How do you see local farming deelf-consciously local and veloping in the next few years? sustainable market events are Small-scale organic farming with a something of a new beast in view to promoting values of health, China. Country Fair gives us the environmental well-being and chance to really learn about the urban community is relatively new here. But food system, as well as support though the scene the efforts of “THOUGH THE SCENE IS is still a small one, Beijing’s small’s vibrant and scale organic STILL A SMALL ONE, IT’S itcommitted. producers. Demand for We talked to VIBRANT AND COMMITTED” safe and healthy organizers Emi food will only continue to grow in Uemura and Caroline Merrifield to the future as consumers become learn more about China’s official more informed and Beijing’s middle“green” standards. class expands. The challenge will be in addressing the informational How does Country Fair work? asymmetries that keep consumers M any consumers want to buy mistrustful and farmers wary. Country organic products, but they are Fair is a small effort to open up an concerned about whether they can alternate market space in which trust supermarket organic labels and farmers are able to obtain fair prices they lack the tools and information for their high-quality products and to directly contact local farmers. consumers can put a face to the Country Fair, modeled after farmers’ food on their tables. Ultimately, we markets like those in Canada or Beijingers are all responsible for the the US, works as a platform for development of sustainable foodconsumers to engage directly with ways here – it’s a question of the the people who feed them, and for choices we make every day when farmers to practice direct marketing.

EXPLORE

LONG WEEKEND

VIETNAM The cliché Rice paddies, conical hats and swarms of motorcycles descending on every corner. The reality This is a country of spectacular natural beauty, and one of the best places in Southeast Asia to encounter stillthriving traditional ways of life. The sights Terraced rice fields, houseboats on the Mekong Delta, and the dreamlike seascape of Ha Long Bay draw you backwards in time. The tropical climate and idyllic coastline make the beach resorts a big draw, and you can combine that coastal beauty with traditional charm in the mercantile village of Hoi An. Wartime sights are popular too, if a bit spooky. Top destination A glorious cacophony of market stalls and motorbikes, Hanoi is the quintessential Southeast Asian metropolis you’ve always imagined.

WISH WE WERE THERE … HAVING SOME GOOD, NOT-SO-CLEAN FUN AT INDIA'S HOLI FESTIVAL, MAR 20

TRANSIT AUTHORITY NIK FOGLE’S FOOTPRINTS ARE SHRINKING

PHOTOS: FLICKR USERS FACEMEPLS AND MACRIDER

here’s a lot of buzz these days about sustainable tourism, i.e. choosing destinations, activities and accommodations that aren’t ecologically destructive and that help local economies rather than big companies. I’m all for anything that helps awesome places stay awesome. The nonproﬁt Ethical Traveler (w w w.ethicaltraveler. org) has worldwide rankings of the most responsible destinations (apparently, we should all be headed for Argentina), and the UN runs a site with good educational tips at www.unep.org/greenpassport. As yet, there’s no overarching international certification for this stuff, just a loose patchwork of agencies and rating systems. In China, the World Bank has been urging sustainable trips to the Silk Road sites in Gansu province. Several eco-tourism companies are operating in southwest China, including Overland China, Xintuo

Ecotourism Company, and Window o f Yu a ny a n g ; t h e Ya n g s h u o Mountain Retreat in Guangxi province has been praised for its sustainable initiatives. On the other end of the development spectrum, it seems we’ll be getting our own futur istic eco-city right next door in Tianjin (barring any real estate snafus, of course). The developer Surbana has staked out seven distinctively landscaped districts outside of town, to be powered by wind, rain and sun, and to incorporate the latest energy-saving technologies. The project’s backers are hoping it ’ll be a big tourism draw, as well as a desirable place to live. I wonder if they start tracking its carbon footprint before or after construction … Some of our local favorites have great eco-friendly jaunts this month. 90 Percent Travel is continuing its NGO-led eco-discovery program

at the botanical garden, plus a tree-planting excursion to the Village with 72 Wells in Mentougou D i s t r i c t . Trave l Sto n e h a s a n “escape the pollution” trip to Qingdao (I would have gone with “escape t o l i b a t i o n s” ) , a n d S h a n g r i l a Adventure has a fantastic-looking trip to some untrammeled ancient towns in Sichuan. Finally, you know how, when you’re on a flight, there’s always a point when they tell you to turn oﬀ your electronic devices? Well, it turns out they actually mean it. According to the New York Times, there are a handful of documented accidents in which interfering electronic signals are suspected to have played a role. One time the likely culprit was the pilot’s own cell phone. Though it doesn’t happen often, and it’s hard to prove when it does, I say we make a habit of giving Angry Birds a ten-minute break whenever they make that announcement.

The food Fresh vegetables and the liberal use of cilantro, mint and basil lend Vietnamese dishes a refreshing crispness. Ocean fare is the rule, with loads of fresh seafood and a prudent commitment to fish sauce. Holdovers from French colonization include coffee and a range of baguette sandwiches called banh mi. Why go now? The weather is perfect, and you’ve just missed the Tet rush. Why you’ll want to stay The food has a kind of mesmeric power over people. Why you’ll be glad to leave Unless you can disguise yourself as a non-tourist, the persistent hucksters will get on your nerves. Exchange rate RMB 100 = 296,221 Vietnamese dong Need a visa? Almost everyone does. Exceptions are listed at www.vietnamtourism.com. Flight information Cathay Pacific lists round-trip flights to Hanoi for under RMB 2,500.

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FEATURE

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E L I F T T HL A P S TENT F LITTLE JUST A U’LL A N D Y OS E T H E GLIMP S CIRCU

i c t u re a b l a c k- a n d -w h i te, ’ 6 0 s - e r a there are “chubby” cafes, a “granny” maid cafe, or promotional newsreel, with a strident even a cafe where you pay by the hour to hang commentar y that goes something out with cats. Real ones. like: “Minneapolis! City of Tomorrow!” Should visitors read into these modern-day Then cut to that same place today. Guaranteed geisha some collective sickness of the spirit? it’s anything but. It’s tempting to see Tokyo’s citizens as disenTokyo was my city of tomorrow when I first franchised Clark Kents, their secret lives played out visited at the turn of the millennium. Today? Sorry, in the pages of comic books, in worlds where outthe Expo left town long ago. But the place is all landishly proportioned women always seem to be the more fascinating for that. caught with their skirts up. Or in the “beautician” Like New York suspended in its Art Deco booths where girls transform themselves, with a heyday, Tokyo’s street circuitry is hard-wired with bit of touchscreen mascara and virtual eyelashes, an endlessly appealing retro-futurism: the redinto J-Pop starlets. Or even in the cosplay bars and-white Tokyo Tower (stomped on countless of Shibuya. times by Godzilla), the monorail built for the “Fantastic grow the evening gowns,” wrote ’64 Olympics, the chrome-trimmed taxis, sushi W.H. Auden in “The Fall of Rome.” But the more conveyer belts, capsule hotels and cone-tipped one explores, the more it’s clear there’s life in this bullet trains. It’s fair to say that Japan’s capital – a epic yet. Away from Akihabara, in the leafy streets city of the future stuck somewhere in the recent surrounding the Senso-ji temple, you lose yourself past – is getting on a bit. amidst steamy, paper-screened ramen restaurants, And it’s all happened so quickly. Five hundred shops hawking diamond-sharp kitchen knives, years ago Tokyo, or Edo as it was then known, was and local ladies in traditional geta sandals taka mere flicker of a seting a stroll beneath the tlement on the Sumida ginkgo trees. A picture of NICHE, TRULY THE FOR River. Today, a tenth of confident prosperity, THERE ARE “CHUBBY” CAFES Japan’s 127 million peounderpinned – or over, ple live stacked upon I should say – by the one another like boxed action figures in what is soon-to-be-completed Tokyo Sky Tree across the one of the world’s biggest urban areas. bay, a majestic 634-meter-tall television mast and For a couple of decades Tokyo’s economy the world’s second-tallest structure. has been as stagnant as the swamps from which Tokyo does understated modernity very well the city mushroomed half a millennium ago, but too, as the elegant lines of glass and steel at it’s a malaise too vague to diagnose in the faces Roppongi Hills attests. And what other capital of those around you. The salaryman riding the boasts such enduring attractions as the clamorGinza line, the cleaner mopping a spotless floor, ous dawn tuna auction at the Tsukiji fish market, the impeccably uniformed traffic warden bowing the annual Cherry Blossom mania that descends to cautious drivers. This is a captivating cast, later this month, or bar-hopping the impossibly each in their own way bound by a culture that petite drinking dens that comprise the ramshackle values privacy and order. Shy Tokyoites, in seemGolden Gai? ingly perpetual transit, give away little more than But paradoxically, it’s Tokyo’s more insular stolen glances. Together with the language barrier quirks, increasingly enthralling to outsiders, which and all those vending machines, it can make for have become a boon to tourism. Akihabara is a frustratingly private city. But like a Haruki Munow a fully-fledged tourist destination, with the rakami novel, Tokyo has an intoxicating tendency Japan Tourist Authority even including a meido to take a turn for the surreal at any moment. Lift kafe visit on their “Cool Japan” city tours. At the the tent flaps just a little and you’ll glimpse Visit Japan Travel Mart last year, attendees were the circus. all abuzz over Haneda Airport’s new international “You will help me cast the magic spell, terminal, where passengers can thumb through master?” coos the long-lashed, heavthe latest manga, buy a packet of Hello Kitty dried ily made-up “French” maid, in a candysquid, stroll along an ersatz Edo-era restaurant coated baby rasp. I see from her pink street and catch some J-Pop at the Starry Cafe badge she’s called Nozomi. We bring planetarium, before riding the Pokemon monorail our hands together in the shape of a into the city. love heart, chant “Moe moe kyun!” and None of this quite explains the robots. then wave our arms beside our heads Whilst the rest of us have largely shelved the like deranged rabbit ears. “Now your anachronistic dream of mechanoid servants, the beer is happy delicious!” Nozomi gigJapanese forge ahead with zeal. Take a trip to gles, before wheeling away in a twirl Toyota Mega Web across the Rainbow Bridge at of pigtails and petticoats to serve Odaiba to catch some ’bots tooting trumpets, another customer. Forget cultural others doing silly walks and even some that can pull realistic facial expressions. Combine them gaffes at the ochakai (traditional tea and you’ve got a slightly threatening children’s gathering) – the rituals at Akihabara’s entertainer. Put it in a maid outfit and you’ve got maid cafes are much more baffling. the new Visit Tokyo mascot. I’ll suggest it next In ten years, Akihabara, Tokyo’s electime I’m there. tronic district and otaku (geek) refuge, has seen dozens of these fantasy hangouts spring up, in turn spawning ever more outlandish spin-offs. USEFUL INFORMATION “Little Sister” cafes employ irrational waitresses, who one minute might be saccharine-sweet, Air China operates two flights daily to the new International Terminal at Haneda Airport. screaming at you the next like a petulant sibling, Round-trip tickets start at around RMB 2,600. then weeping when you leave. At danso cafes the girls dress as men, and for the truly niche,

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WHAT’S HAPPENING MON

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An epic about ordinary folks. Zhang Yimou’s 1994 ﬁlm, starring Ge You and Gong Li, traces the fortunes of a family over several decades of Chinese history. RMB 25. 7.30pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

The food writer discusses her upcoming book, Food of the Silk Road. RMB 65 (includes a drink). 6.30pm. Capital M (6702 2727)

The BLG kick oﬀ their new season with a three-course meal and a chance to sign up. See p54. RSVP at beijingladiesgolf@gmail.com. RMB 220 (includes lunch). 11am. Capital Club (8486 2225 ext 260)

Depeche Mode man DJs, with a live set from the Israeli trance band and support from Spark, El-Mar, Suki and Ou Yang. Tickets at Clubzone.cn. RMB 300, RMB 200 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

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DINING

The award-winning Irish author discusses Room, her Bookershortlisted novel about a young woman and her 5-year-old son held captive in a sex oﬀenders’ shed. See Bookshelf, p52. RMB 80. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

Navigate a challenging obstacle course (crash helmets provided). Half-price drinks at the after-party in Zeta Bar. Contact Simon Amos at 5865 5120 or e-mail simon. amos@hilton.com. Free. 6-8pm. Lobby, Hilton Beijing (5865 5000)

The Great Hilton Beijing Pancake Race

The Nigerian writer presents Oil on Water, his evocative portrait of the damage wrought by his native country’s “black gold.” RMB 50. 6pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

He wrote Oracle Bones, she penned Factory Girls. They’re the power couple of journalistic nonﬁction about China. Moderated by New Yorker correspondent Evan Osnos. See Feature, p50. RMB 80. 8pm. Studio X (6402 8684)

BILF: Peter Hessler & Leslie T. Chang

DINING

Taco Discounts

Mon-Fri. Tacos for just RMB 10 on the Saddle Cantina’s lower level. Free. 4-6pm. The Saddle Cantina (5208 6005)

St. Patrick’s Day Raise a glass of green beer to the man who rid Ireland of snakes. Venues around town.

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Build up your connections while supporting a worthy cause. Proceeds beneﬁt the China Social Welfare Education Foundation. Register at eventbj@fcclub.com or 139 1109 8002. RMB 200, RMB 150 (register before Mar 28). Zeta Bar, Hilton Beijing (5865 5050)

Discover some of the world’s wine regions with sommelier Julia Zhu. Includes ﬁve wines, expert commentary and canapés. RMB 150+15%. 6.30pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030)

51 Give: Charity Cocktail Networking Evening

The Syndicate 7th Anniversary Party

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Until Mar 10. Bulls, tourism, weddings, family memories, terrorism, immigration, motorcycles, religion and bars. Free. Instituto Cervantes (5879 9666)

Drum & bass legend LTJ Bukem visits with MC Conrad to toast Beijing’s own drum & bass heroes. Slide, Blackie, LYDNB, Dan and Kay C all take turns as well. RMB 100, RMB 70 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

Slow-cooked brisket and ribs, courtesy of Louisiana chef Max Levy. RMB 300 (2-3 people can share). 6pm-midnight. Apothecary (5208 6040)

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One Kilo o’ Brisket ‘n Ribs

The readers have spoken. The votes have been tabulated. The envelope, please … To win tickets, vote by Mar 14. Keep up with the latest on the restaurant awards at TheBeijinger.com.

Andy Fletcher & Infected Mushroom

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the Beijinger 8th Annual Reader Restaurant Awards

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Beijing Ladies Golf Opening Luncheon

Here and Now: Documentary Photography in Contemporary Spain

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BILF: Oil Barren by Helon Habila

Capital M Literary Festival: Jen Lin-Liu

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ARTS & CULTURE

Film: To Live

BILF: Emma Donoghue

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Wind Down at the Wine Club

BARS & CLUBS

Yen White

Get your most powerful detergent out for Yen’s ﬁrst party of 2011. RMB 100, RMB 70 (advance). 10pm. Tango (6551 9988)

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Visiting chefs Elisabete and Fernando Real explain the intricacies of Portuguese cuisine. Registration recommended. RMB 148-420. 11am-12.30pm (morning session), 3-5pm (evening session). Vasco’s, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing (5812 8888)

If you weren’t able to snag one of the coveted seats for the BILF’s Committing Journalism workshop, you might still be able to catch the New Yorker correspondent at this event. To reserve, visit www.ucca.org.cn. Free. 1.30pm. UCCA (8459 9269)

Portuguese Cooking Class

Duku Reading Series: Evan Osnos

MUSIC

The Eagles It’s the Eagles. If you need us to explain, don’t bother going. Tickets at 400 610 3721. RMB 350-2,580. 7.30pm. MasterCard Center (6828 6386)

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The single largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Asia. Musicians and dancers will be ﬂown in from the Emerald Isle to perform. E-mail 2011ball@gmail.com for tickets. RMB 1,000. 6.30pm-late. Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel (5863 8888)

The North-South rivalry of China’s ballers. Each team has a squad of 12 players (including two international players) voted for by fans. Tickets available at 400 610 3721. RMB 50-480. 7.30pm. MasterCard Center (6828 6386)

St. Patrick’s Day Ball 2011

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WHITE+, Birdstriking, Golden Driver Experimental geniuses and punk players. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

CBA All-Star Game

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Film: Red Light Revolution Sexy Beijing hosts a preview screening of “China’s original sex shop comedy.” Discussions with the director and other ﬁlmmakers will precede the screening. RMB 60 (panel, screening, and snacks by Gung Ho!), RMB 40 (screening only). 5pm (panel), 7pm (screening). Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

MARCH 2011

EVENTS

THE BOOKWORM INTERNATIONAL LITERARY FESTIVAL 2011 (MAR 4-18) All events take place at The Bookworm unless stated otherwise: The Bookworm Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (6503 2050) 朝阳区工体北路4号院 www.bookwormfestival.com

FICTION Mar 5 Atomised: Paolo Giordano & Guillermo Martinez A particle physicist and a mathematician share how their hard sciences training inspires their writing. RMB 50. 10am. Absurdities: Péter Zilahy, Chan Koonchung The Hungarian poet on life behind the Iron Curtain, and the Hong Kong writer on social amnesia. RMB 50. 1pm. Philosophy 101: Simon van Booy Short-storyist van Booy rescues philosophy from its ivory tower. RMB 50. 2pm.

Mar 6 Founding of a Republic: Chinese Modernism Hu Xudong and Mabel Lee discuss the history-makers who paved the way for China’s modern vernacular. RMB 50. Noon. Myths of the Near Future: Andri Magnason, Michel Faber, Rakesh Satyal Three vastly diﬀerent authors discuss chasing legends and myths. RMB 50. 2pm. Innocence & Dictatorship: Péter Zilahy View a bygone Eastern Europe through child-like motifs in The Last WindowGiraﬀe. RMB 50. 4pm. The Perfect Murder: Guillermo Martinez The author of The Oxford Murders discusses how to make logic, crime and narrative play nice. RMB 50. 6pm.

Mar 7 Lifting the Painted Veil: Brian Castro, Xu Xi Authors Xu and Castro discuss stereotypes and cultural identity in today’s glamorous Asian supercities. RMB 50. 1pm. Chinese Whiskers: Pallavi Aiyar Beijing’s hutongs from the perspective of two cats: one prince, the other pauper. RMB 50. 6pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

Mar 8 Taboo: Emma Donoghue & Christos Tsiolkas Crossing lines: from lesbian lifestyles and sex slavery to misogyny and muddied multiculturalism. RMB 80. 1pm. Dreams of Israel: Nir Baram Baram discusses his Nazi-perspectived novel Good People. RMB 50. 6pm.

Mar 9 The Boys’ Club: Kate Jennings, Jessica Rudd, Annie Wang Girl talk with old-guard feminist Kate Jennings and former lawyer Jessica Rudd. Annie Wang moderates. RMB 50. 1pm. Under the Skin: Michel Faber, Paul French Faber’s unclassifiable works blend science fiction, horror, historical fiction, ghostliness and satire. RMB 50. 6pm.

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Mar 10 Paradise Lost: Chris Taylor The travel writer’s new novel Harvest Season explores development, tourism and culture clash. RMB 50. 3pm.

Dog: Andrew O’Hagan O’Hagan narrates the era surrounding Marilyn Monroe’s life in the voice of her pet Maltese. RMB 50. 8pm.

Mar 16

Southern (Hemisphere) Gothic: Craig Silvey, Julia Leigh Leigh and Silvey give diverging testaments to Australia’s dark side: its desert Rust Belt and Tasmanian wilderness. RMB 50. 6pm.

Shui Tu Bu Fu: Storytellers: Andrew O’Hagan, Jackie Kay, Kelly-lee Hickey Festival authors join local Beijingers in telling memorable tales about adjusting to a new environment. Free. 10pm.

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The People’s Republic of Desire: Annie Wang Wang talks gender politics among China’s nouveau riche. RMB 50. 11.30am. The Bookworm, Yin Yang Community Center (6431 2108; see Living directory) The Slap: Christos Tsiolkas Explore the racial tensions and value conﬂicts that roil a community when a child is unexpectedly slapped. RMB 80. 6pm.

Mar 12 Writing Life: Chinese Fact & Fiction with Hu Xudong, Miao Wei Finding balance between faithful depiction and imaginative creation. In Chinese with English translation. RMB 50. 2pm. Future Perfect: Chan Koonchung, Jeremy Goldkorn Chan’s The Fat Years: China 2013 is hailed as a successor to Brave New World and 1984 – with Chinese characteristics. RMB 80. 6pm. A Couple of Poor, Polish-Speaking Romanians: Dorota Masłowska The Polish wunderkind’s novels, rappoems, and plays depict Poland’s postCommunist underclass. RMB 50. 8pm.

Mar 13 In Conversation: Feng Tang and Hu Xudong Feng’s novel follows med student Shui as he pursues simultaneous relationships with two women. RMB 50. Noon. In Conversation: Zhang Yueran The post-’80s female writer talks loneliness and longing in modern China. In Chinese with English translation. RMB 50. 2pm. Writing Africa: Helon Habila, Lieve Joris Author Habila and journalist Joris share perspectives on capturing Africa’s complexities and narratives. RMB 50. 6pm.

Mar 14 Oil Barren: Helon Habila Habila’s Oil on Water is an evocative portrait of the damage wrought by Nigeria’s “black gold.” RMB 50. 6pm.

Mar 15 In Conversation: Priya Basil & Aneesha Capur India, Africa, the West – two “third culture” writers talk multiculturalism and the politics of belonging. RMB 50. 1pm. Crime Writing in China: A Yi The former policeman on crime ﬁction, a genre taking China by storm. RMB 50. 6pm. Campaign Ruby: Jessica Rudd An ex-investment banker gets caught up in election drama. RMB 50. 6.30pm. The Bookworm, Yin Yang Community Center (6431 2108; see Living directory) The Life and Opinions of Maf the

Inspector Singh Investigates: Shamini Flint Fat, lazy and incompetent, Inspector Singh still manages to solve a grisly crime every now and then. RMB 50. 3pm. Thicker than Water: Yan Lianke China’s sharpest satirist on his latest, Dream of Ding Village: an incisive novel about illicit blood trading. RMB 50. 6pm. The Future is Now! with Han Song, Pan Haitian Two “third-generation” Chinese sci-ﬁ writers discuss their imaginings of China’s future. RMB 50. 8pm.

Mar 18 Future Publishing, Future Fiction How the digital age is shaping China’s ﬁction, criticism and publishing. RMB 50. 6pm.

NONFICTION Mar 10 Fortune Cookie Capitalism: John D. Kuhns The ﬁnancier and arch capitalist on the greed-is-good creed in China. RMB 50. 1pm.

Mar 12 Perfumed Palace: M.A. Aldrich Aldrich explores the life and culture of Beiing’s Muslim community. RMB 50. 10am. Travels with Lieve Joris Joris discusses following leads, depicting characters, capturing details and creating vivid worlds. RMB 50. 4pm.

Mar 13 Blue Sky Thinking: The Environment in China: Jonathan Watts Watts travels through China’s eco-cities, coal mines and industrial wastelands and reports his ﬁndings. RMB 80. 10am.

Mar 15 Public Good: Jonathan Watts Guardian correspondent Watts in conversation with a special guest. RMB 80. 8pm. Studio X (6402 8684)

Mar 16 Burying the Bones: Pearl Buck: Hilary Spurling The unlikely story of the American missionary’s daughter. RMB 80. 6pm.

Mar 17 The War on Terror: War of Shadows with Megan Stack Learn how chance brought Megan Stack into the midst of the war on terror, chasing its stories. RMB 50. 1pm.

LITERARY EATS Mar 7 Literary Lunch with Megan Stack Share a meal with the fearless war correspondent. RMB 280. Noon. The Hutong

(159 0104 6127; see Living directory) Literary Dinner with Paolo Giordano Dine with scientist, artist and author Paolo Giordano. RMB 280. 7pm. Dali Courtyard (8404 1430; see Dining directory)

Mar 8 Literary Dinner with Barbara Demick Gobble up fascinating stories of life behind the DMZ. RMB 280. 7pm. Dali Courtyard (8404 1430; see Dining directory)

Mar 17 Literary Lunch with Jonathan Watts Over a locally sourced lunch, Watts waxes environmental. RMB 280. Noon. The Orchard (139 1121 1965; see Dining directory) Literary Dinner with Andrew O’Hagan Discuss Britain’s relationship with the US and Ms. Monroe’s beloved pet over Yunnanese. RMB 280. 7pm. Dali Courtyard (8404 1430; see Dining directory)

POETRY Mar 6 Boom & Bust: Iceland, Inc. Andri Magnason shows us Iceland’s dizzying changes through poetry, ﬁction, and social criticism. RMB 50. 10am.

Mar 13 Poetry Anthology: Kelly-lee Hickey, Lan Lan, Wang Jiaxin, Xi Chuan English-language and Chinese poets go tête à tête in an evening of readings (with translation and subtitles). RMB 50. 4pm.

WORKSHOPS Mar 5 Murder Ink: A Crime Writing Workshop Learn the basics of the whodunit from one of the best. Guillermo Martinez hosts. RMB 250. 2pm. The New Cottage Shop (8561 1517; see Style directory) Asia on the Page: A Workshop Learn to avoid the clichés and overly exoticized tone Xu Xi hosts. RMB 250. 5pm. The Hutong (159 0104 6127; see Living directory)

Mar 6 Short Story Craft Workshop: Simon van Booey Award-winning author shows you how to craft the pithy short story. RMB 250. 10am. The Bookworm, Yin Yang Community Center (6431 2108; see Living directory) Slam on the Stage: A Workshop Learn to drop beats with the best of ’em. RMB 250. 5pm. The New Cottage Shop (8561 1517; see Style directory)

Mar 13 Postcards Home: A Workshop Lieve Joris tells how to sniﬀ out interesting stories, hone your style, and write with color. RMB 250. 2-4pm. The Hutong (159 0104 6127; see Living directory)

Mar 16 Characterization Workshop: Priya Basil What breathes life, motive, and depth into a ﬁctional character? RMB 250. 11am-1pm. The Bookworm, Yin Yang Community Center (6431 2108; see Living directory)

PERFORMANCE

Mar 5 Cabaret with Rakesh Satyal A vintage spectacle of song and dance with the Moonglow Burlesque. Free. 10pm.

Mar 8 Make Stuff Up! Beijing Improv Beijng’s only improv theater group brings a special show to the BILF. Free. 10pm.

Mar 9

SOLD OUT Mar 4 BILF Opening Night RMB 50. 7pm.

Mar 5 Nothing to Envy: Barbara Demick RMB 80. 12pm.

Songwriters in the Round: Jess Meider Beijing-based Meider leads songwriters in a roundtable discussion of lyric-writing and composition. Free. 10pm.

Road of Bones: Fergal Keane RMB 80. 6pm.

Mar 10

Mar 6

Twilight Tones: Bruce Gremo, Xi Chuan Gremo’s electronic ﬂute complements Xi Chuan’s earthy poetry. RMB 50. 8pm.

Mar 12 Kite Sufi-influenced acoustic trance music. Co-hosted by the JUE Festival. Free. 8pm. Slam, Rap, Words: Kelly-lee Hickey, Omar Musa Slammers join Chinese hip-hop artists for this one-off showdown. Co-hosted by the JUE Festival. RMB 50. 8pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998, see Nightlife directory)

World Goes to Pieces: Omar Musa RMB 50. 8pm.

Scoop: A Journalism Workshop RMB 250. 2pm. The New Cottage Shop (8561 1517; see Style directory) News from the Frontline: Fergal Keane, Megan Stack, Scott McDonald RMB 80. 8pm.

Mar 7 Room: Emma Donoghue RMB 80. 8pm.

Mar 8 Mis-shapes, Mistakes, Misﬁts: Paolo Giordano RMB 50. 8pm.

Mar 13

Mar 9

Northern Soul: A Performance: Kelly-lee Hickey The poet of the Northern territory channels distant multicultural voices. RMB 50. 8pm.

Mar 11

Mar 16 Blue Note: Poetry, Music & Life with Jackie Kay Poetry, blues and jazz. RMB 50. 8pm.

Mar 17 Identity: A Performance by Bill Aitchison Professional eccentric Bill Aitchison gives a one-man multimedia show. Free. 10pm.

TRANSLATION Mar 11 Transcreation: Eric Abrahamsen, Lu Jiande, Mabel Lee Recreating a complex and distinct work of ﬁction in another language is its own art. Translators Lee and Lu discuss with Paper Republic’s Abrahamsen. RMB 50. 1pm.

Mar 12 Translate, Transliterate: A Workshop Learn to tame tricky phrases and capture layered meaning. For advanced Chinese speakers. RMB 250. 5pm. The Hutong (159 0104 6127; see Living directory)

Mar 13 Translation Slam: Paper Republic A raucously fun event that will pit translators against each other. Free. 8pm.

VISUAL ARTS Mar 6 Electric Shadows Two ﬁlm shorts: Letter to an 8 ½ Year Old Boy and Unearthing the Pen. Free. 10pm.

Mar 11 Beijing at the Movies: Simon Fowler The encyclopedic Fowler takes us through 101 Essential Chinese Films. Free. 8pm.

Three Sisters: Bi Feiyu, Li Jingzi RMB 50. 8pm.

Out of the Archives: A Mosque in Munich: Ian Johnson RMB 50. 8pm.

Mar 12 Female Voices in New China: Chun Shu, Liu Suola, Mian Mian RMB 50. Noon. Getting Published: A Workshop: Rakesh Satyal RMB 250. 2-4pm. The New Cottage Shop (8561 1517; see Style directory) Future Perfect: Chan Koonchung, Jeremy Goldkorn RMB 80. 6pm.

Mar 13 Blue Sky Thinking: The Environment in China: Jonathan Watts RMB 80. 10am.

Mar 14 Life in the Workshop of the World: Leslie T. Chang RMB 80. 1pm. Northern Girls: Sheng Keyi RMB 50. 8pm.

Mar 16 Committing Journalism: Evan Osnos, Gady Epstein, Louisa Lim, Peter Foster RMB 80. 1pm. In Conversation: Peter Hessler & Leslie T. Chang RMB 80. 8pm. Studio X (6402 8684)

Mar 17 Encore Reading: Peter Hessler presents Country Driving RMB 80. 8pm. Studio X (6402 8684)

Mar 15

Mar 18

Picturing Beijing: Helen Couchman, Jordan Mitchell, Shiho Fukada Discuss the work of capturing Beijing’s ever-shifting scenes. Free. 10pm.

Closing Party RMB 50. 8pm.

Country Driving: Peter Hessler RMB 80. 1pm.

For information about waiting lists for sold out events, contact The Bookworm.

MARCH 2011

EVENTS APRIL EVENTS DEADLINE – MAR 14

session. Registration recommended. RMB 148-420. 11am-12.30pm, 3-5pm. Vasco’s, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing (5812 8888)

SEND EVENTS TO LISTINGS@THEBEIJINGER.COM VENUE INFO CAN BE FOUND IN THE DIRECTORY STARTING p71. ALL EVENT DETAILS CORRECT AT TIME OF GOING TO PRESS.

MAR 1 ARTS & CULTURE Capital M Literary Dinner: Anne Summers Dine with the author as she discusses her latest book, The Lost Mother. RMB 388 (includes dinner). 6.30pm. Capital M (6702 2727; see Dining directory)

BARS & CLUBS

RMB 50. 10pm. The House (6552 6661) Andy Fletcher & Infected Mushroom Depeche Mode man DJs, with a live set from Israeli trance band. Tickets at Clubzone.cn. RMB 300, RMB 200 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Champagne Night A weekly bubbly night in association with Perrier-Jouet. Brut is RMB 128 per glass,

EXPLORE

Jazzanova with Saul D Jazzanova’s Alex Barck DJs. RMB 50, free (before 11pm). 10pm. Punk (6410 5222) One Step Forward Monthly reggae party. RMB 50. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) SOS Fourth Anniversary Party The regular SOS team lights the candles with guests J.Swarz and Wendy Wenn. RMB 50. 11pm. The House (6552 6661)

ART

LIVING

Beijing Ladies Golf Opening Luncheon The BLG kick oﬀ their new season with a three-course meal and a chance to sign up. RSVP at beijingladiesgolf@gmail.com. RMB 220 (includes lunch). 11am. Capital Club (8486 2225 ext 260; see Living directory)

EXPLORE Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs Climb this less commercialized part of the Wall, descend by cable car or toboggan, then visit the tombs. RMB 400. 9am. CCC (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

MAR 4 BARS & CLUBS Acupuncture Records Label Night Weng Weng, Pancake Lee and the gang.

MARCH 2011

Roundabout Charity Book Sale 100% of the proceeds beneﬁt those in need. 10am-3pm. Beijing BISS International School (6443 3151)

Duku Reading Series: Evan Osnos Couldn’t score a seat for the BILF’s Journalism workshop? Catch the New Yorker correspondent as he shares the rules of reportage and his experiences in China. Reserve at www.ucca.org.cn. Free (reservation required). 1.30pm. UCCA (8459 9269)

Thai Cuisine Cooking Class An introduction to classics like pad thai and curry. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 10am-noon. The Hutong (6404 3355)

SPORT

Black Sesame Saturday Gourmet Class: Vegetarian Cook healthy dishes like Dongbei salad, twice-cooked tofu and winter mushrooms. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 300 (includes lunch). 1-4pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408)

ARTS & CULTURE

Capital M Literary Festival: Jen Lin-Liu The author of Food of the Silk Road takes you on a gusta-historical journey. RMB 65 (includes a drink). 6.30pm. Capital M (6702 2727; see Dining directory)

Capital M Literary Dinner: Writing Across Borders Ian Johnson, Pankaj Mishra and Jeﬀrey Wasserstrom discuss how their writings cross national and cultural boundaries. RMB 388 (includes dinner). 6.30pm. Capital M (6702 2727; see Dining directory)

Beijing Book Swap and Board Games For those tired of their current book collection. Free. 2-6pm. Unit 1-1, Bldg 7, Jianwai Diplomatic Compound (6501 5503)

MAR 6

ARTS & CULTURE

LIVING

The Top Thirteen Snacks of Old Beijing To understand a city, you must sample its favorite snacks. RMB 190, RMB 170 (children under 16). 1.30pm. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel.com) www.90percenttravel.com

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EXPLORE

THREE TO SEE

Temple of Heaven, Tian’anmen Square, and Forbidden City Tour Guided tour through the history and architecture of the iconic sights. RMB 380, RMB 250 (children under 12). 9.30am. CCC (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

DAY-BY-DAY WEEKLY ONGOING

MAR 7 DINING UNTIL MAR 26: SHELL

Is Chen Guangwu’s work calligraphy or abstract painting? See photo, above.

ALL MONTH: WATERS AND MOUNTAINS

Estonian photographer Alex Gronsky captures Chinese landscapes.

FROM MAR 10: OMNI-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN IN CHINA Four Chinese artists explore the line between art and design. RMB 638 per bottle. 6pm-late. Fresco Bar, Maison Boulud (6559 9200)

MUSIC Chaos, End of the World, Zebra Run! A new generation of pop-punks. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Ef Swedish instrumental post-rockers (see Have You Met, p41). RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance). 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Helloween, Stratovarius Pioneering metalists present a melodious metal feast. RMB 290-700, RMB 255-660 (advance). 7pm. The One Club (5914 8087)

MAR 5 DINING Portuguese Cooking Class Masterclass with visiting chefs Elisabete and Fernando Real. Morning or afternoon

MUSIC The Beijing Alchemists Folk and blues to calm you. Free. 9.30pm. Alanting Live Bar & Café (8571 5168) Convenience Store Signiﬁcant local Brit-rockers celebrate their tenth birthday. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance). Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) O.N.E. Let’s swing with the ska beats. Free. 9.30pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868) Streets Kill Strange Animals, CAssette, The Redundant Seconds An electro-pop gathering. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Capital M Literary Festival: Marjorie M. Liu The comic cult darling and best-selling author discusses her paranormal romances and urban fantasy novels. RMB 65. 5pm. Capital M (6702 2727; see Dining directory)

Albiera Antinori Wine Dinner The Italian winemaker hosts an eightcourse Chinese dinner. Each dish is paired with an Antinori wine. RMB 1,188. 7-10pm. Kempinski (6465 3388 ext 4200)

BARS & CLUBS Bookworm Pub Quiz Tom Champagne presides over a special literary festival edition of the popular quiz. Free. 10pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

MAR 8 DINING Blu Wine Club Class The owner of Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou vineyard talks wine. Price and time TBD. Shangri-La Beijing (6841 2211 ext 6572) The Great Hilton Beijing Pancake Race 2011 Navigate a challenging obstacle course in the city’s premier pancake race. Half-price drinks in Zeta Bar afterwards. To compete, contact Simon Amos on 5865 5120 or e-mail simon.amos@hilton.com. Free. 68pm. Lobby, Hilton Beijing (5865 5000) Hilton Beijing Veal Cooking Classes Cook with veal. RMB 188+15%. 4-5pm. Elements, Hilton Beijing (5865 5020) International Women’s Day 25% discount for parties of at least four

ladies. CBD, Grand Millennium (6530 9383) Women’s Day at Mana Free dessert for ladies. Mana (6460 6721)

MUSIC The Bigger Bang, DH & the Chinese Hellcats, Bye-Bye Thanks For Your Fish Celebrate International Women’s Day with three brilliant female vocalists. RMB 50, RMB 30 (advance), free (ladies). Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Oyster Girl Everyone’s favorite beauty and the best shucker in town has a deep dark secret. Taiwan’s ﬁrst ﬁlm produced in color. Free. 7pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611; see Nightlife directory) Twelve Girls’ Band This all-female ensemble plays a mix of Chinese and Western classical and contemporary music using traditional Chinese instruments. RMB 180-1,280. 7.30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall (6559 8285)

LIVING British Club Coffee Morning Speaker TBD. All foreign passport holders welcome. No jeans or sneakers allowed. RMB 60, RMB 50 (members). 10am-noon. Capital Club (8486 2225) Green Drinks Drinks with the green community. Happy hour promotions apply. E-mail Jenny at bjgreendrinks@gmail.com for details. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050) Headhunter Social Networking Network for career success. Register at eventbj@fcclub.com or 139 1109 8002. RMB 130 (includes drink and snacks), RMB 80 (register before Mar 7). 7.30pm. Flames, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing (5812 8888)

MAR 9 MUSIC David Moser Trio A night of easy jazz. Free. 8pm. Purple Haze Courtyard (6501 9345)

LIVING Talk: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Peter Carney teaches you how to edit and back up photos. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 35. 7.308.30pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

MAR 10 MUSIC Lonely China Day The epic musical experiment goes on. RMB 79.9, RMB 59.9 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

LIVING CAI Fundraising Evening Three courses to support a good cause. RMB 110 of cost goes to CAI’s programs for migrant children. Two sittings available. RSVP to janel@cai-china.org. RMB 220, RMB 200 (reserve before Mar 7). 6pm, 8pm. Mughal’s (5208 6082/134 , 6638 2160) INN Trekkie: The Legation Quarters and the Police Museum Explore Beijing’s secret gems. RSVP at innbeijing@hotmail.com. Free. 9.30am2pm. www.innbeijing.org 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)

MAR 11 BARS & CLUBS ELVIS.T Pathway Release Party Acupuncture head boy launches his sophomore album Pathway. Free. 10pm. The House (6552 6661) The Syndicate 7th Anniversary Party Drum & bass legend LTJ Bukem and MC Conrad join forces with local legends The Syndicate. RMB 100, RMB 70 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Teng Boon Funky house. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222)

MUSIC

Bottlesmoker Indonesian twee-pop band bring the joy. RMB 40. 9pm. Gulou 121 (8404 3430) Christmas Chinese pop songs that make you laugh. Free. 9.30pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868)

EXPLORE Hakka Round Buildings and Xiamen Until Mar 13. Visit the beautiful seaport city and the earthen architecture of the Hakka people. Cost includes airfare, accommodation, meals, tour guides and more. RMB 5,600. CCC (6432 9341) www. chinaculturecenter.org

MAR 12

Pakistani Cooking Class The Hutong’s most popular cooking class. RMB 250, RMB 230 (members). 2-4pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

EXPLORE

BARS & CLUBS The Drop Oshi and Tnem take on A.M.U for dubstep and more. Free. 11pm. Yue (5867 0285)

MAR 13

DINING Portuguese Cooking Class See Mar 5.

Let’s Get Mojitoed! Buy-one-get-one-free drinks. Free. 9pm1am. Scarlett (6552 3600)

MUSIC Dime Records’ Anniversary The local metal label turns one. Lineup includes Ego-Fall, Saw and Ordnance. RMB 60, RMB 50 (bring a Dime Records album). 10pm. 13 Club (8261 9267) Miss Freak, Red Pirates Another night of rock & roll down in the alley. Free. 9.30pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868) The Eagles It’s The Eagles. If you need an explanation, don’t bother going. Tickets at 400 610 3721. RMB 350-2,580. 7.30pm. MasterCard Center (formerly known as Wukesong Arena; 6828 6386)

ARTS & CULTURE Ballet: Raise the Red Lantern Sensual costuming, lush colors, lithe dancing … what’s not to like? The National Ballet of China earned a nod for Best Foreign Dance Company in the British National Dance Awards for this work. RMB 100-500. 7.30pm. NCPA Opera House (6655 0000)

SPORT

Vermilion Beijing Devils Registration Night Sign up for a year of rugger, singing and drinking with the chaps. Or become a social member. Free beer and pizza. E-mail beijingdevils@gmail.com. 6pm. The Den (6592 6290; see Nightlife directory)

LIVING Black Sesame Saturday Gourmet Class: Special Recipes Founder Jen Lin-Liu teaches recipes from Serve the People. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 300 (includes demonstration, hands-on cooking and lunch). 1-4pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408)

The explosion at the flour factory didn’t dampen the party mood.

International Women’s Day Beneﬁt CNN producer Jo Ling Kent’s annual cocktail beneﬁt includes a silent auction, networking and women-to-women mentorship opportunities. This year’s aim: to foster dialogue about education inequality. Proceeds go to China Education Initiative. E-mail jolingk@gmail.com for tickets. RMB 200. 8-10.15pm. Yishu 8 (6581 9058) http://intlwomensday.org

Green House Ecology Tour Escape to desert and tropical rainforest climates without leaving Beijing. Cost includes admission and guide. Meet at the south gate of the Beijing Botanical Garden. RMB 190, RMB 150 (children under 16). Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648) www.90percenttravel.com

FA Cup Sixth Round The road to Wembley appears shorter and the risk of giant-killings decreases. Times vary.

MAR 25: YEN WHITE

Studio-X Beijing (6402 8682)

Country Fair Purchase organic produce, wines, teas and cheeses to support local farmers. For more info, see Q&A, p56. Free. 10am-3pm.

MUSIC Anberlin The alternative quartet topped Billboard’s Christian rock chart with their last album, but stop labeling them – just listen. See Livehouse, p42. RMB 160, RMB 120 (advance). 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

ARTS & CULTURE Ballet: Raise the Red Lantern See Mar 12.

LIVING Black Sesame Dumpling-Making “Open House” All-you-can-eat dumplings, beer and mulled wine. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 150 (includes food and drinks). 5-8pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408) Indian Bazaar The annual bazaar features live dances and stalls selling tasty Indian treats, handmade clothes and jewelry. Free. Time TBD. British School of Beijing (8532 3088)

EXPLORE Cuandixia Village Hike Visit the Ming dynasty village where Jet Li’s Warlords was ﬁlmed. Cost includes transportation, guides, entrance, and lunch. RMB 350. 8.30am. Culture Yard (8404 4166) www.cultureyard.net

MAR 14 BARS & CLUBS The Hornet: Bookworm Spelling Bee Tom Champagne dons a bee costume to sting you with his sesquipedalian wordlist. Free. 10pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

MAR 15 BARS & CLUBS Stumble Inn Quiz Night Paddy’s Day edition of the trivia night. Free. 7.30pm. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794)

MUSIC MARCH 2011

EVENTS Godfathers of the electronic scene. Free. 10pm. The House (6552 6661)

MUSIC B-side Lovers, 24 Hours, Mr. Graceless, Me Guan Me Local rock young leaders gather. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students) 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Mars En Folie 2011 Fleurent-Didier, Cloé du Trèﬂe, Alex Nevsky and Aliose play Francophone rock and indie pop. Free (tickets available at Alliance Française locations starting Mar 10). 7.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Shanren Wild-west-Chinese folk, reggae-rockiﬁed. RMB 80 RMB 60 (advance). 9pm. Tango 3rd Floor (formerly The Star Live)

ARTS & CULTURE Celtic Music: Katie Targett-Adams & Ireland Seeley Band Have a Gaelic ol’ time with this Celtic harpist. And what’s a Celtic concert without Irish dancers? RMB 38-380. 7.30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall (6559 8285)

MAR 27: RED LIGHT REVOLUTION Tools galore.

The Whitest Boy Alive Deftly danceable Scandinavian eﬃciency. RMB 180, RMB 130 (advance). 7.30pm. Tango 3rd Floor (formerly The Star Live)

LIVING INN Coffee Morning – Sanlitun Meet new people at this International Newcomer’s Network event. Free. 10amnoon. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

7.30pm. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794)

MUSIC Vitalic French electronic master, with support from Pet Conspiracy, LIman, A.M.U. and VJ Zhiqi. RMB 120, RMB 80 (advance). 10pm. Tango (6551 9988)

LIVING

Fashion, Media and Creative Industries Networking Evening Dress to impress. Register at eventbj@fcclub.com or 139 1109 8002. RMB 150 (includes free drink and canapes), RMB 90 (register before Mar 14). 7.30pm. Zeta Bar, Hilton Beijing (5865 5050)

Beijing Tango Marathon Until Mar 21. Performances by local dancers and guests from Asia, Argentinean masters and music by No Name Trio. More info at www.beijingtango.org. Register at beijing.tango@yahoo.com. Price and venue TBD. Beijing Tango (136 6134 7015)

MAR 16

Black Sesame Thursday Cooking Class: Basic Chinese Cook basics like spinach and peanut salad, garlic broccoli and egg and tomato. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 250 (includes lunch). 11am-1.30pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408)

BARS & CLUBS Blackwater Traditional Irish music. Free. 7.30pm. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794) Paddy’s Day Quiz Win Guinness at this St. Patrick’s Day special. Free. 8pm. Paddy O’Shea’s (6415 6389)

MUSIC Zac Sax Trio Standard jazz. Free. 8pm. Purple Haze Courtyard (6501 9345)

LIVING INN Coffee Morning – Liangmaqiao See Mar 15. Free. 10am-noon. Starbucks, The Grand Summit (8532 2208)

MAR 17 BARS & CLUBS Paddy’s Day Expect mayhem on both ﬂoors. There’ll be Guinness merchandise in abundance. Free. Paddy O’Shea’s (6415 6389) St. Patrick’s Day/Bump City Anniversary Party Bump City’s one-year-at-Eudora party coincides with the Irish festivities. Green beer and Guinness deals. Free. 9.30pm1am (band). Eudora Station (6437 8331) St. Patrick’s Day Live acoustic tunes, then DJ Tipsy. Free.

MARCH 2011

Beneﬁts of Breathwork Explore the dynamics and methods of breathing well. RMB 150. 10-11am. The Hutong (6404 3355) INN Coffee Morning – Shunyi See Mar 15. Free. 10am-noon. Mrs. Shanen’s Bagels & Café (8046 4301) St. Patrick’s Day at The Hutong Celebrate with homemade hutong brew, an Irish-themed competition and prizes. Free. 7-10pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

MAR 18 BARS & CLUBS Bump City Anniversary Party The celebrations continue. Free. 9.30pm1am (band). Eudora Station (6437 8331) Irish Music Irish music, Irish band. Free. 9pm. Paddy O’Shea’s (6415 6389) Irish Night Irish rock & roll with DJ Tipsy. Free. 7.30pm. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794) Streetkids First Anniversary Party Electronica from Donky Tonk, LIman, Blackie, Bitesize Buddha, Delacrew and Harikiri. RMB 50. 9pm. Tango (6551 9988) Weng Weng & Yang Bing

Opera: Don Pasquale Donizetti’s tale of love between social unequals makes its China debut. RMB 50-280. 7.30pm. Beijing Concert Hall (6605 7006)

MAR 19 BARS & CLUBS Beat Freaks The latest GoaProductions psytrance freakout is invite only. E-mail info@goaproductions.com and ask nicely. RMB 20. 10pm. Venue TBD Bump City Anniversary Party See Mar 18. P.E. – Physical Education Patrick Yu and ELVIS.T teach you how to move. Free. 10pm. The House (6552 6661) Yellow Capsule Shanghai icon Ben Huang teams up with French DJ/producer Tomash. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222)

MUSIC The Besnard Lakes Canadian indie rock quartet, joined by local rockers Maze. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance). 9pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Dafay & Skyscraper Simple music with simple lyrics. RMB 40. 9.45pm. VA Cafe and Bar (5844 3638) Made in Ningxia Buyi, Wu &The Side Eﬀects and Nucleus’s northwest rock session. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students). 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

SPORT CBA All-Star Weekend Chinese basketballers present streetball skills, a slam-dunk contest and more. Tickets available at 400 610 3721. RMB 50100. 7.30pm. MasterCard Center (formerly known as Wukesong Arena; 6828 6386)

LIVING St. Patrick’s Day Ball 2011 Asia’s largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration welcomes over 700 guests, including musicians and dancers ﬂown in from the Emerald Isle performing alongside local entertainers. E-mail 2011ball@gmail.com for tickets. RMB 1,000. 6.30pm-late. Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel (5863 8888)

EXPLORE Extremes in Hutongs This walking tour explores Beijing’s narrowest, most crooked hutongs. Free. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648) www.90percenttravel.com Great Wall and Silver Pagoda Forest Hike Hike the wild Huanghuacheng Great Wall and Silver Pagoda Forest. Cost includes transportation, guides, entrance and lunch. RMB 220. 8am. Culture Yard (8404 4166) www.cultureyard.net North Korea Tax Abolition Day Tour Until Mar 24. Tax Abolition Day is March 21. Visit Pyongyang, the DMZ and Kaesong to rejoice. EUR 990 plus EUR 50 for visa. Koryo Tours (6416 7544) www.koryogroup.com

MAR 20 DINING St. Patrick’s Bubbalicious The usual spread with various Irish twists. RMB 428+15% (includes champagne). 11.30am-3.30pm. Seasonal Tastes, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880)

ARTS & CULTURE Food, Film & Friends Electric Shadows and The Hutong co-host a regionally themed cooking class and screening. RMB 240 (non-members), RMB 200 (members), RMB 35 (screening only). 5pm (cooking), 7.30pm (screening). The Hutong (159 0104 6127; see Living directory)

SPORT CBA All-Star Game China’s North and South face oﬀ with squads of 12 players voted for by fans. Tickets available at 400 610 3721. RMB 50480. 7.30pm. MasterCard Center (formerly known as Wukesong Arena; 6828 6386)

MAR 21 DINING the Beijinger 8th Annual Reader Restaurant Awards The readers have spoken – their votes have been tabulated. The envelope, please … To win tickets, vote by Mar 14. Keep up with the latest on the restaurant awards at TheBeijinger.com.

BARS & CLUBS Bookworm Pub Quiz With The Bookworm’s Literary Festival over, quiz night reverts to type. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

MAR 22 DINING Hilton Beijing Veal Cooking Classes See Mar 8.

LIVING BEEF Social Networking Dinner Mix business with pleasure at this monthly networking event. Register at eventbj@fcclub.com or 139 1109 8002. RMB 200 (includes buﬀet meal, complimentary drink and more), RMB 150 (register before Mar 21). 7.30pm-late. The Club Wing, The St. Regis Beijing (6460 6688) Pakistani Cooking Class

See Mar 12. 10am-noon.

MAR 23 MUSIC The Black Atlantic Bewitching orchestral dream-pop. RMB 50. 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080). Jess Meider Beijing’s rock girl presents her new rock & roll project. Price and time TBD. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) No Name Trio A night of gypsy jazz. Free. 8pm. Purple Haze Courtyard (6501 9345)

LIVING Wine Tour: Spain An introduction to Spanish wine. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 150, RMB 120 (advance). 7.30-10pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Third heat of the Inﬂuential Sound & Vision series features Mongolian rock. RMB 100, RMB 70 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Metal Battle China Metal bands battle to play at Wacken Open Air. RMB 50. 9.30pm. 13 Club (8261 9267) Yuguo, Perdel Chinese pop-rock bands. RMB 50. 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

ARTS & CULTURE Drama: Much Ado About Nothing TNT’s take on Shakespeare’s comedy of befuddlement. RMB 60-380. 7.30pm. Nine Theater (8599 1188)

MAR 26

Orchestra: Staatskapelle Dresden One of the oldest orchestras in the world returns yet again. RMB 200-1,200. 7.30pm. NCPA Concert Hall (6655 0000)

LIVING Trekking for Singles in Huairou 24 single men and women share great food and a romantic Great Wall walk. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 300 (includes transportation, guides, lunch and beer). 8am-5.30pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

SPORT F1 Australian Grand Prix Melbourne becomes a little less hip for three days of racers. Time TBD.

EXPLORE

LIVING

Chinese Knot Great Wall Hike This tough hike will reward you with a cracking view from 1,000-plus-meters up. Hiking boots and above-average ﬁtness level required. RMB 280. Beijing Hikers

Photography Workshop Peter Carney introduces the basics of shooting and editing. Bring your own camera. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 300. 1-6pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

MAR 28

THREE TO SEE

BARS & CLUBS

ARTS & CULTURE

MAR 24

Film: Red Light Revolution Sexy Beijing hosts a hard-won preview screening of “China’s original sex shop comedy,” Red Light Revolution. RMB 60 (panel, screening, and snacks by Gung Ho!), RMB 40 (screening only). 5pm (panel), 7pm (screening). Yugong Yishan (6404 2711; see Nightlife directory)

Bookworm Pub Quiz See Mar 21.

DINING

LIVING

Terroir Night Executive Chef Paulo de Souza presents ﬁve courses paired with ﬁve wines. RMB 418. 7pm. Terra (6591 9148)

INN Monthly Meeting Advice on leaving Beijing. Free. 10amnoon. Capital Club Athletic Center (8486 2225 ext 136)

BARS & CLUBS

ARTS & CULTURE

Paul Kalkbrenner Innovative German electronic producer. RMB 150, RMB 100 (advance). 10pm. Tango (6551 9988)

Film: Mambo Girl Everyone’s favorite mambo queen has a deep dark secret! It’s the battle of the cinemas, Hong Kong vs. Taiwan. Free. 7pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611; see Nightlife directory)

LIVING Black Sesame Thursday Cooking Class: Wok Skills Find what it takes to use a wok. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 250 (includes lunch). 11am-1.30pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408)

MAR 29 LIVING

INN Coffee Morning – Lido See Mar 15. Free. 10am-noon. Cosy Café, Richmond Park (8457 8359)

MAR 25 DINING Wine ‘n’ Dine: Daoxiao Mian Demonstration Watch a master shave noodles with a knife. Eight-course meal with two free-ﬂow imported wines. Reservations required. RMB 250. 7-10pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (138 9147 4408) www.blacksesamekitchen.com

BARS & CLUBS Hot Pot DJ Wordy’s monthly crowd-pleaser. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222) Tangsuan Radio Acupuncture Podcast Launch Acupuncture hooks up with the online station. Free. 10pm. The House (6552 6661) Whale! Rock and electronica clash. Free. 10pm. School (6402 8881) Yen White Get your most powerful detergent out for Yen’s ﬁrst party of 2011. RMB 100, RMB 70 (advance). 10pm. Tango (6551 9988)

MUSIC Hanggai

MAR 6: ELECTRIC SHADOWS AT THE BILF: LITERARY SHORTS

Lochen fears the “curse of the pen” on the path to literacy. See photo, above.

MAR 6: DUKU READING SERIES: EVAN OSNOS

Your end run to the New Yorker correspondent despite sold-out BILF events.

MAR 12-13: RAISE THE RED LANTERN Sexiest ballet ever.

BARS & CLUBS Beijing Underground Union DJs from SOS, Wasabi Sounds and 33 45 unite. Free. 10pm. The House (6552 6661) Funk*Fever Beijing’s funkiest DJ team (plus drummer) return. Free. 11pm-late. Migas (5208 6061) Pole Dance Competition The third in the popular series. Price and time TBD. Zeta (5865 5050) Section 6 featuring La Conspiration Local hip-hop warriors welcome the French crew. RMB 50, RMB 30 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

MUSIC WHITE+, Birdstriking, Golden Driver Experimental geniuses and punk players. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE

(6432 2786) www.beijinghikers.com Tree Planting in the Village with 72 Wells Help local villagers with their annual tree-planting. Includes tools, guide, transportation, and lunch. Meet in front of McDonald’s at Ginza Mall (southeast corner of Dongzhimen Qiao). RMB 350. 8am. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648) www.90percenttravel.com

MAR 27 MUSIC Abaji The sounds of Beirut, via Paris, Cape Town and Casablanca. RMB 30. 7.30pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611)

ARTS & CULTURE Orchestra: Staatskapelle Dresden See Mar 26.

51 Give: Charity Cocktail Networking Evening Network for charity. Register at eventbj@fcclub.com or 139 1109 8002. RMB 200 (includes free drink and appetizers), RMB 150 (register before Mar 28). Zeta Bar, Hilton Beijing (5865 5050) INN Night Out Meet newcomers and long-termers for a drink. Free. 7-9pm. Grinders (8775 1847)

MAR 30 LIVING Introduction to Tea Drink with tea master Jiang Jianfeng. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 50, RMB 40 (advance). Culture Yard (8404 4166)

MAR 31 BARS & CLUBS Junglemico Project Live drum & bass, dubstep, broken beats and more. Price and time TBD. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

LIVING Introduction to Chinese Herbs Learn about the history and development of Chinese herbal medicine and more. RMB 150. 10-11.30am. The Hutong (6404 3355)

MARCH 2011

EVENTS EXPLORE Southern Water Towns: Suzhou, Wuzhen, Hangzhou Until Apr 3. Explore the ancient architecture and gardens of the water towns. Cost includes airfare, accommodation, meals, tour guides and more. RMB 4,700. CCC (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

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

SPORT Volleyball Competitive volleyballers play once a week near Houhai. 7pm. Details at beijing_volleyball@hotmail.com.

MONDAYS DINING Pizza Night Buy-one-get-one-free pizza. Free. 6pmmidnight. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008) Temptation Mondays Get over the Monday blues with 30% oﬀ any bottle of wine. Mosto (5208 6030)

BARS & CLUBS

Soul from Dominica, Africa, the US, Mongolia and China. Free. Time TBD. Punk (6410 5222)

Free. 5pm. Terra (6591 9148)

Live Music Night Live jazz / blues / folk performances at a cozy bar. Free. 9.30pm. Le Zinc (6413 0765)

Anna Stamburg Group Live jazz. Free. Time TBD. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008)

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

Liu Yue Guitar Trio Jazz lines on classical guitar. Free. 9.30pm. East Shore Live Jazz Cafe (8403 2131)

LIVING Taiji Workshop Learn the 22-move Chen-style taiji form. RMB 100, RMB 80 (members). 7-8.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

WEDNESDAYS DINING

FajitaRita Mondays Half-price fajitas, half-price margaritas. Free. Saddle Cantina (5208 6005)

SPORT

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

Handball All are welcome to come and try the game. Contact Severine at sjeulin@yahoo. Full details at www.handballinchina.org. 7pm. Beijing City International School

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

THURSDAYS

Jazz Night

THREE TO SEE

Kocoon Yoga Class with Live Music Open to all levels. Limited to seven students, the class combines Hatha, Ashtanga and Pilates. RMB 200 (50% cancellation deposit). 8-9.15pm. Kocoon (5208 6068)

BARS & CLUBS CD Blues Liquor Night Buy two, get one free on all liquors. Free. CD Blues Cafe (6506 8288) Champagne Night Weekly bubbly night. Brut is RMB 128 per glass, RMB 638 per bottle. 6pm-late. Fresco Bar, Maison Boulud (6559 9200)

TUESDAYS DINING

Live Music Night Robbie Hennebry entertains. Free. 9.30pm. Paddy O’Shea’s (6415 6389)

Hot Sangria That’s Spanish for “punch.” RMB 20 per glass. 5-8pm. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008)

T.F.I. Fridays Classic tunes and free shots on the hour. Free. 8pm. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794)

Ladies Night Free-ﬂow sparkling wine for ladies. Free. 8-10pm. Enoterra (5208 6076)

Thank God It’s Friday All standard drinks for RMB 25 and standard cocktails for RMB 35 from 6-10pm. Free. 6pm. Scarlett (6552 3600)

Tartiflette & Tariquet Tartiflette for RMB 98, tariquet for RMB 48. 6-10pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880) Temptation Tuesdays Wines at 30% off. Modo (6415 7207)

BARS & CLUBS

Yak-Tipping Party RMB 50 for free-ﬂow selected drinks until 2am. Free. 9.30pm. Tao Yao Bar (8322 8585)

MAR 4: HELLOWEEN AND STRATOVARIUS

Pioneers present a melodious metal feast. See photo, above.

CD Blues Cocktail Night RMB 30 cocktail reﬁlls should ease the malaise. Free. CD Blues Cafe (6506 8288)

MAR 17: VITALIC, PET CONSPIRACY, LIMAN, A.M.U., VJ ZHIQI

Enoterra Ladies Night Free-ﬂow Burgundy bubbles. Free. 810pm. Enoterra (5208 6076)

Mongolian rock with high visual impact.

Irish Volunteer Quiz How much do you get paid? RMB 10 per person. 7pm. Irish Volunteer (6438 5581) Open Mic Night Because there’s a great song in us all. 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 Play to win a gallon of beer. Free. 7.30pm. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794) Terra-ﬁc Tuesdays Two-for-one Stellas, RMB 38 caipirinhas and mojitos, RMB 48 for a glass of champagne and other drink deals. Free. 5pm. Terra (6591 9148)

MUSIC Jazz Jam Session Join in the jazz fun. Free. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611) Zoomin’ Night

Ballsy dance-floor bangers that’ll rough you up, gently.

Jazz and green curry mix. 8pm. Purple Haze Courtyard (6501 9345)

BARS & CLUBS Ladies’ Night Two-for-one cocktails. Free. 6pm-midnight. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008) Lush Pub Quiz Come early for a seat. Winners take home a bottle of Jack. Free. 8pm. Lush (8286 3566) Paddy’s Quiz Which quiz host swears the most? Free. 8.30pm. Paddy O’Shea’s (6415 6389) Pomme O’Shea’s Quiz Questions for Shunyi. Free. 8pm. Pomme O’Shea’s (8046 2558) R Lounge Ladies’ Night Free cocktails for the girls, with music by Bertie Higgins. Free. 9pm-2am. R Lounge, Renaissance Capital Beijing (5863 8221)

MUSIC

MUSIC Amazing Fabão Brazilian singer and guitarist interprets bossa nova, samba and MPB (Música Popular Brasileira) tunes. Free. 9.30pm. Alanting Live Bar & Café (8571 5168)

MAR 25: HANGGAI

Groovy Wednesday Nights

MARCH 2011

FRIDAYS Seafood Carnival King crabs, oysters, lobster and caviar. RMB 328+15% (includes beer and wine). 610pm. Elements, Hilton Beijing (5865 5020) Wine Fever Free-ﬂow tapas if you buy a bottle of wine. RMB 200. 8-10pm. Enoterra (5208 6076)

LIVE MUSIC

LIVING

MUSIC

DINING Bodega Fever All-you-can-eat tapas for RMB 88, and RMB 38 sangria. Scarlett, Hotel G (6587 1578) One Kilo o’ Brisket ‘n Ribs Slow-cooked brisket and ribs. RMB 300 (2-3 people can share). 6pm-midnight. Apothecary (5208 6040) Spanish Jazz Live jazz, all-you-can-eat paella and freeﬂow sangria. 7.30pm-midnight. RMB 98. Cabare (5905 1760) Wind Down at the Wine Club Discover ﬁve wines with sommelier Julia Zhu. RMB 150+15%. 6.30pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030)

BARS & CLUBS Green Cap Quiz Night Where did she go? Free. 7.30pm. The Green Cap (186 1174 7939) Jubbly Bubbly Two-for-one on champagne by the glass.

Anna Stamburg Group Live soul and R&B for the weekend. Free. Time TBD. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008) Xia Jia Piano Trio Jazz pianist on the keyboard. Free. 10pm. East Shore Live Jazz Cafe (8403 2131)

LIVING Latino Dance Class Salsa, bachata, zumba, belly dancing and cha-cha-cha classes. RMB 50 (includes beer or wine). 8-10pm. Zeta Bar (5865 5050)

SATURDAYS DINING Dim Sum Brunch All-you-can-eat brunching on excellent dim sum. RMB 108+15%. 11am-2.30pm. Horizon, Kerry Centre Hotel (8565 2188) Feijoada Saturdays Feijoada for the weekend. RMB 128. 11.30am-3pm. Alameda (6417 8084)

Taste of Brazil Brazil’s national dish, feijoada, is traditional Saturday fare. RMB 148. Noon-3pm. SALT (6437 8457)

BARS & CLUBS DJ Maxwell Resident spins tunes till late. Free. 10pm. Scarlett (6552 3600) Silly Saturdays Selected martinis for RMB 20. Free. 9pmmidnight. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794)

MUSIC Liu Yuan Saxophone Quartet China’s jazz forefather keeps the Houhai shores smooth. Free. 10pm. East Shore Live Jazz Cafe (8403 2131) Taste of Soul Live blues and rock. Free. Time TBD. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008)

ARTS & CULTURE Playwriting Workshop: The Playwright’s Toolbox From Mar 19. Learn dramatic basics with playwright David Jacobi and dramaturg Anna Chovanec. Register at beijingtheatre@gmail.com. RMB 80 per session. 11am-2pm. The Hutong (159 0104 6127; see Living directory)

SPORT Hiking Get outdoors. Prices and times vary. www. udoadventure.com or 136 1124 1407. Indoor Field Hockey Ice hockey minus the ﬁghts and ice. For more info, e-mail bjhockeyclub@hotmail. com. 1pm. O’le Sports (6776 0608)

SUNDAYS DINING American Sunday Roast One-Year Anniversary Prime roast beef with all the trimmings. One complimentary bottle of wine per table this month. RMB 198+15%, RMB 296+15% (includes wine buffet). Noon3pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030) Americana Sundays Buy-one-get-one-free burgers and freeflow sodas. 6-10pm. Scarlett (6552 2880) Apothecary Fried Chicken Share a whole fried chicken with ’slaw and buttermilk biscuits. 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 Free-flow bellinis and unlimited brunch orders. RMB 279, RMB 198 (no alcohol). 11.30am-2.30pm. Fennel (6436 1818) Bubbalicious All you could want from a brunch. And then a lot more. RMB 368+15% (includes 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 champagne), RMB 148+15% (kids younger than 12), free (kids under 6). 11.30am-3pm.

Senses, Westin Financial Street (6629 7810) Dim Sum Brunch See Saturdays. English Sunday Roast Three roast of the day options. RMB 138. 11am-5pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880) FIZZtastic Champagne Brunch Features Taittinger Champagne and a lip-smacking array of cuisines, including lobsters brought direct to your table. RMB 388+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Vasco’s, Hilton Wangfujing (5812 8888 ext 8411) Hot About Herbs Mar 14-27. Healthy, herbal Cantonese soups to pep you up for spring. Scene a Cafe, China World Hotel (6505 2266 ext 35) Huaiyang Cuisine Until Mar 6. Guest chef John Xiao gets beyond the mystique surrounding Huaiyang cuisine. Chynna, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing (5812 8888 ext 8411) Italian Sunday Brunch Flexible brunch with buffet and a la carte options. RMB 248 (buffet), RMB 338 (buffet and hot dishes). 11.30am-3pm. Ristorante Sadler (6559 1399)

MAR 24: PAUL KALKBRENNER Nice balls.

The Beijing Golfers start another season. Tee times vary. Register for events at www. beijing-golfers-club.org

138. 3.30-5.30pm. Capital M (6702 2727)

New Discovery at Yu All month. Chef Ku blends his new creations with Yu’s classic Cantonese delicacies. Yu, Ritz-Carlton Beijing (5908 8111)

Hash House Harriers Run, then drink lots. Meet at Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q at 1pm. Runs usually last an hour, covering about 7-8km. Each run is RMB 20 and includes beer and water. www.hash.cn

SALT Bubbly Sundays Indulge in dishes such as ﬁg pancakes with Parma ham and truﬄe honey, or caramelized onion-cheese samosas with a roasted tomato espresso. RMB 148 (two courses), RMB 168 (three courses). SALT (6437 8457)

Water Polo Beijing Ducks play most Sundays. All skill levels welcome. For more info, contact richard.andrew.young@gmail.com. 2pm. International School of Beijing

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

Sunday Champagne Brunch Enjoy champagne with pan-fried foie gras, and grilled lobster served tableside. RMB 348+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Greenﬁsh, RitzCarlton Financial St (6601 6666 ext 6255) Sundays at St. Regis Sundays don’t get better than champagne with oysters, grilled meat, fresh cheese and luscious desserts. RMB 458+15% (includes champagne). 11.30am-3pm. Garden Court, St. Regis (6460 6688) Sureño Set Sunday Lunch Enjoy tapas dishes, a soup and one main course. RMB 188+15%, RMB 298+15% (includes champagne). Noon-3pm. Sureño, The Opposite House (6410 5240) Roasted Sundays Traditional roast for the day of rest. RMB 80 (two courses), RMB 100 (three courses). Noon-4pm. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794)

BARS & CLUBS Lush Open Mic 15 minutes of fame and a free beer. RMB 10. 9pm. Lush (8286 3566)

MUSIC Pierre Pardat Piano Trio French pianist plays jazz. Free. 9.30pm. East Shore Live Jazz Cafe (8403 2131) Taste of Soul Jam session to end the weekend. Free. Time TBD. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008)

SPORT Badminton More organized than the game played outside your local restaurant. 10am-noon. Contact John at johnsk_ho@hotmail.com. Basketball Hang with the Angels. 2pm. General Administration of Sport of China Training Centre. www.angels-club.com.cn The Beijing Golfers Club

LIVING Qigong Club No strict rules, no strict master: This class allows you to experience qigong on your own terms. RMB 60, RMB 50 (members). 6-7pm. The Hutong (6404 3355) Sambasia Barefoot Percussion Workshop Anyone can be a drummer. Equipment provided. RMB 80/class, RMB 50/class (students). Noon-2pm. UCCA Loft (8459 9269) Survival Chinese Four-part workshop covers all the basics. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 200 (includes lunch), RMB 600 (advance payment for all four classes). 10am-1pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

WEEKENDS DINING Dim Sum Madness Buffet menu features 20 dim sum essentials. RMB 199 for two. 11.30am-3pm. Celestial Court, St. Regis Hotel (6460 6688) Enoterra Brunch Sat-Sun. Various options including Frenchstyle breakfast, American breakfast or the signature Enoterra brunch. 11am-4pm. Enoterra (5208 6076) Luxurious Brunch at Maison Boulud Quality and flexibility are key at this topend brunch. RMB 258 (four courses), RMB 218 (three courses), RMB 168 (two courses). 11am-4pm. Maison Boulud (6559 9200) Red Rib and Rip Six types of short rib with free-flow red wine. Ladies pay half-price for the buffet selection. RMB 188. 5.30-10pm. Café Noir, Traders Upper East Hotel (5907 8416) Tea at Tiananmen Enjoy a luxurious afternoon – nibble on an array of freshly baked scones, finger sandwiches, delectable cakes and pastries. RMB

SPORT

ONGOING DINING A Taste of India Until Mar 6. Indian buffet menu prepared by guest chefs. RMB 278+15%. Grand Café, Grand Hyatt (8518 1234 ext 6024) Alameda Business Lunch Mon-Fri. Two-course set lunch. RMB 68. 11.30am-3pm. Alameda (6417 8084) All About Oysters Mar 1-31. Imported oysters prepared in diverse ways at each of the hotel’s restaurants. Or have oysters with vodka at Touch and Mix. Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880) Cheese Fondue All month. Gruyere and Emmenthal with unlimited bread. RMB 180 for two. Enoterra (5208 6076) Chow Down on Dim Sum All month. Stuff yourself with all-you-caneat dim sum. RMB 98. 11.30am-2.30pm. Ming Court, Langham Place (6457 5555) Culinary Walking Tour All month. Food-themed shopping tour. RMB 80, RMB 70 (members). The Hutong (159 0104 6127) Duck Liver Promotion Mar 7-13. Special menus featuring duck liver. 6-10pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880) East 33 Set Lunch Daily. Southeast Asian classics feature in this set lunch. RMB 88+15%. Noon-2pm. East 33, Raffles Hotel (6526 3388 ext 5171) Elements Veal Promotion Mar 2-31. The usual buffet with added veal. RMB 188+15% (lunch), RMB 248+15% (dinner). Elements, Hilton Beijing (5865 5020) Enoterra Set Lunch Mon-Fri. Various Panini, salad and pasta set options. RMB 61-72. 11am-4pm. Enoterra (5208 6076) Flavors of Portugal Mar 3-13. Elisabete and Fernando Real present special lunch and dinner buffets. RMB 268+15%. Vasco’s, Hilton Beijing

MARCH 2011

EVENTS special Huaiyang ﬁsh dishes. Summer Palace, China World Hotel (6505 2266 ext 34) Terra Winter Dinner Fresh Peruvian twists. Reservations encouraged. RMB 178 (two courses), RMB 198 (three courses). Terra (6591 9148)

Omni-dimensional Design in China Mar 10-Apr 12. Four artists explore the intersections of art, architecture, design, production and society. Free. Beijing Center for the Arts (6559 9260)

Traditional English Tea All month. Indulge in tea, scones and other delights. RMB 268. 2.30-5.30pm. Writer’s Bar, Raﬄes Hotel (6526 3388 ext 4181)

New Photography in Korea: II Mar 12-May 12. Highlights from South Korea’s vibrant photography scene. Free. Galerie Paris-Beijing (5978 9262)

Weekend Brunch Sat-Sun. A ﬁve-course weekend feast. RMB 218-458. 11am-4pm. Terra (6591 9148)

China Dream Mar 19-Apr 17. Three Shanghai artists comment on art and urbanity, past, present and future. See Preview, p51. Free. Red Gate Gallery (6525 1005)

Wine Flight All month. Sample three wines. RMB 88. Enoterra (5208 6076) Wine Ritual All month. Unwind with free-ﬂow wines and cocktails. RMB 198+15%. 5.30-7pm. Press Club Bar, St. Regis Hotel (6460 6688 ext 2360)

MAR 15: THE WHITEST BOY ALIVE

Deftly danceable Scandinavian efficiency, joined by local boys Mr. Graceless. Wangfujing (5812 8888) Fondue Feast Mon-Sat. The classic dipping dinner. From RMB 280 for two. Blu Lobster (6841 2211) Greenfish Seafood Extravaganza Fri-Sat. A sea of crabs, scallops, oysters and lobster awaits. RMB 328+15% (includes free-flowing wine), kids half-price. 5.309.30pm. Greenfish, Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street (6601 6666 ext 6255) Hungry for Hummus? Mon-Fri. Buffet featuring many of Rumi’s most popular menu items. RMB 88. 11.30am-2.30pm. Rumi (8454 3838) Indian Regional Cuisine Mar 1-May 31. Special menus showcase India’s regional diversity. Prices range from RMB 30-RMB 358 per dish. Tamarind, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast (5927 8888) Jaan Set Lunch Mon-Fri. Three courses of refined French cuisine plus a glass of wine. RMB 165+15%. Noon-2.30pm. Jaan, Raffles Hotel (6526 3388 ext 4186) Lap of Decadence Mar 1-31. Enjoy assorted dishes featuring succulent Australian lamb. Or pair fresh oysters with champagne or a Bellini at the bar. Aria, China World Hotel (6505 2266 ext 36)

Mar 2-31. Meals of veal. RMB 128-458+15%. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030)

Wine Tasting Classes Learn how to taste wines like the experts, and get your Wine & Spirit Education Trust certiﬁcation. Dragon Phoenix Fine Wine Consulting (5960 4050, info@longfengwines.com)

BARS & CLUBS

P125 Chocolate at Kempi Deli From Mar 15. High-powered chocolate hyped by Kempi Deli as “one of the most intense cocoa hits ever created.” Kempi Deli (6465 3388 ext 4227)

Allie Webb Mon-Sat. Singer belts out the tunes. Free. 8pm-midnight (Mon-Thu), 9pm-1am (FriSat). Aria (6505 2266 ext 6644)

Paulaner Vegetarian Delights Mar 1- 31. Meat-free treats. All dishes are RMB 99+15% and served with side salad. Paulaner Brauhaus (6465 3388 ext 5732)

Blue Velvet Argentinean band plays Latin jazz. Free. Tue-Thu 8.30pm-12.15am, Fri-Sat 9pm12.45am. Mix, Westin Chaoyang (5922 8888)

Sadler Quick Lunch Mon-Sat. Opt for the buﬀet of antipasti, pizza, salad and bread, or add a main course and dessert. RMB 118-168. 11.30am2.30pm. Ristorante Sadler (6559 1399) SALTastation All month. Five unique tasting courses paired with carefully selected new and old world wines. RMB 498 (with wine), RMB 298 (food only). SALT (6437 8457) SALT Business Lunch Mon-Fri. Ever-popular set lunch. Add a glass of wine or beer for RMB 30. RMB 88 (two courses), RMB 108 (three courses). Noon-3pm. SALT (6437 8457)

Lap of Decadence Mar 1-31. Four ﬁne champagne cocktails. Free. Lobby Lounge, China World Hotel (6505 2266 ext 37) Live Music at Centro Mon-Sat. Live jazz and R&B from guest singers. Free. 8pm. Centro (6561 8833) Sabrina Montgomery Daily. Singer belts out jazz, funk and soul standards. Free. 8pm (Sun-Thu), 9pm (FriSat). China Bar (8567 1234)

MUSIC

Seafood Month Mon-Tue. Enjoy 12% discounts on seafood. Cabare (5905 1760)

Blues and Jazz Nights Wed-Thu. Live blues, folk and jazz to ease your nerves. Free. 8-11pm. Enoterra (5208 6076; see Dining directory)

Late Supper All month. Select dishes with special wine pairings. 11pm-1am. Terra (6591 9148)

Sensual Sichuan Mar 1-14. Chef from Kempinski Chengdu prepares high-end, spicy classics. Dragon Palace, Kempinski (6465 3388 ext 4217)

Greg Carroll and Bump City Wed- Sat. Greg Carroll performs jazz, blues, and rock & roll. Free. 9.30pm. Eudora Station (6437 8813/8331)

Lobster at Nishimura Mar 3-31. Sushi, sashimi and tempura made with lobster. Nishimura, Shangri-La Beijing (6841 2211 ext 6719)

Spice Trail: Authentic Sichuan Buffet All month. Slick Sichuan dishes. RMB 258+15% (lunch), RMB 298+15% (dinner). Scene a Café, China World (6505 2266)

Solidaz Mon-Sat. Seven-piece Kiwi band with female DJ from Indonesia. Free. 9pm. The Pavillion (6507 2617)

Lobster Extravaganza Mar 11-20. Lobster done in various delectable styles. China Grill (8567 1838)

Spring Taste at Shang Palace Mar 4-Apr 30. Fresh, light and healthy Chinese dishes. Shang Palace, Shangri-La Beijing (6841 2211 ext 6732)

Lunch Rapido Tue-Fri. Two daily specials and a drink. RMB 98. 11am-2pm. Terra (6591 9148) Olé! Business Lunch Mon-Fri. A quick two-course lunch. RMB 60, RMB 70 (includes glass of wine). 11am3pm. Olé! (6595 9677) One East Set Lunch Mon-Fri. A light American set lunch. RMB 128+15% (two courses), RMB 158+15% (three courses). Noon-2pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030) One East Veal Promotion

MARCH 2011

Supreme Beef Delights Mar 11-20. Special menus featuring topquality beef. The Private Room (8567 1838) Surf and Turf at Blu Lobster Mar 1-31. A la carte dishes featuring veal, beef, sea bass and more. Blu Lobster, Shangri-La Beijing (6841 2211 ext 6727) Taco Discounts Mon-Fri. Tacos for just RMB 10 on the Saddle Cantina’s lower level. Free. 4-6pm. The Saddle Cantina (5208 6005) Tea and River Treats Mar 1-31. Innovative tea-based dishes and

gram. Free. Kempinski Hotel (6465 3388)

ARTS & CULTURE Here and Now: Documentary Photography in Contemporary Spain Until Mar 10. Thirteen artists on modern Spain; from tourism to terrorism, bulls to bars. Free. Instituto Cervantes (5879 9666) Chen Guangwu: Shell Until Mar 26. Chen is both calligrapher and abstract artist, using conventions of Chinese characters on rice paper but with unconventional results. Free. Alexander Ochs Galleries Beijing (8456 2054) Alexander Gronsky: Waters and Mountains Until Mar 31. The Estonian photographer’s take on China’s landscapes. The ﬁrst fruit of the Kempinski Hotel’s Arts Support Pro-

SPORT The Beijing Softball League All month. The BSL is looking for spring season swingers. All ages, genders and abilities are welcome. Season starts late March. To register, e-mail richardliu18@gmail.com. Beijing Hikers Every Wed, Sat & Sun. Rated rambles over picturesque terrain outside the city. Various difficulty levels. RMB 250 and upwards, RMB 150 (kids under 12). Leave 8.30am sharp from the Starbucks at the Lido Holiday Inn. (6432 2786) www.beijinghikers.com ClubFootball Men’s 5-a-side Leagues All month. The new season starts. Players and teams welcome for all 12 divisions. Register by calling 5130 6893/4/5/6, or e-mail play@wanguoqunxing.com. More info at www.clubfootball.com.cn Cricket World Cup Until Apr 2. The finest cricketers (and their shadowy gambling ring bosses) take to India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Times vary. English Premier League All month. Highlights include Chelsea vs. Manchester United (Mar 1), Liverpool vs. Manchester United (Mar 6) and Chelsea vs. Manchester City (Mar 20). Times vary. NBA All month. Watch some teams beat the Cleveland Cavaliers. Times vary. NHL All month. Toothless northerners fight for the trophy that Lord Stanley of Preston donated back in 1892. Times vary. NCAA March Madness All month. Get up early and fill out your brackets. Go school! Times vary. Six Nations Rugby Union Mar 12, 13 and 19. Big lads in tight shorts sing hymns and make friends. Times vary. UEFA Champions’ League Mar 8, 9, 15 and 16. The second leg of the last 16 games. 3.45am. Ultimate Frisbee Wed & Sat. Pickup sessions have moved indoors. E-mail anthonytao13@gmail.com for info. 7pm (Wed), 2pm (Sat). Beijing City International School

EXPLORE Myanmar: Ancient Realm, Tropical Seaside All month. A 12-day tour of Myanmar’s ancient wonders. RMB 14,700. TUI China (8519 8999) www.tui.cn Nine-Day Hoi An Beach and Ancient Town Getaway All month. Beautiful beaches and oldworld charm at Vietnam’s premiere resort destination. From RMB 4,980. Sunﬂower Travel (8447 6361) www.sunﬂowertravelcn.com

DIRECTORY DINING

DINING DIRECTORY INDEX 360 Casual Dining – Buffets 1001 Nights – Middle Eastern A Food Affaire – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Agua – Spanish Ah Yat Abalone Restaurant – Cantonese Ai Jiang Shan – Korean Alameda – Contemporary International Alameen – Middle Eastern Alameer – Middle Eastern Alba – Cafes & Teahouses Alio Olio – Italian Alla Osteria – Italian The American Cafe – American American Steak & Eggs – American Amigo – Central & South American Annie’s – Italian Apothecary – American 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 & Candy The Bak Kut Teh Specialist – Southeast Asian Bali Papaya – Southeast Asian Bang! Bang! Pizza – Pizza Baoqin Daiwei Restaurant – Yunnan Baoyuan Jiaozi Wu – Dumplings Barolo – Italian Bellagio – Taiwan Bento & Berries – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Bianyifang – Beijing Duck The Bistro – American Biteapitta – Middle Eastern Bleu Marine – French BLD Cafe – Buffet Blu Lobster – Contemporary International Blue City – European 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 The Bridge Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Budapest Hungarian Restaurant – European The Butcher’s Steakhouse – Steakhouses Cabare – European Cafe Carmelo – Cafes & Teahouses Cafe Cha – Buffets Cafe de la Poste – French Cafe Europa – European Cafe Noir – Cafes & Teahouses Cafe of Sydney – Cafes & Teahouses Cafe Sambal – Southeast Asian Cafe Zarah – Cafes & Teahouses Cage’s Crab House – American Capital M – European Carmen – Spanish CBD International Cuisine – Buffets CCSweets – Bakeries & Delis Celestial Court – Cantonese Cepe – Italian Chao – Fusion Chao Dian – Cantonese Charcoal Bar – Korean Charme – Cantonese Chef Too – American China Grill – Contemporary International Chongqing Fandian – Sichuan Chuan Ban – Sichuan Chynna – Contemporary Chinese Ciro’s Pomodoro – Italian Collagen Hotpot – Hot Pot Cornerstone – Italian Compass Grill - Contemporary International Comptoirs de France – Bakeries, Delis & Candy CourtYard – Contemporary International 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

Dali Courtyard – Yunnan Dali Renjia – Yunnan Danieli’s – Italian Dareen Coffee – Middle Eastern Delicatessen – Bakeries & Delis Di Napoli Ristorante – Italian Din Tai Fung – Dumplings Ding Ding Xiang – Hot Pot Divina Cakes – Bakeries & Delis Domus – French Dragon Palace – Cantonese Duck de Chine – Beijing Duck East 33 – Buffets Element Fresh – American Elements – Cantonese Enoterra – European Essence – Buffets Fairy Su – Vegetarian Fangshan Restaurant – Imperial Fatburger – American Fennel Bistro – European Fish Nation – European Flamme International Grill – Steakhouses Fook Lam Moon – Cantonese Fratelli Fresh – Italian Früt Actually – Cafes & Teahouses Fuel - Contemporary International 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 Gold Barn – Sichuan Gori – Contemporary International Gourmet Corner – Bakeries & Delis Grand Cafe – Buffets Grandma’s Kitchen – American Grange – Steakhouses Greek Delicacy – Mediterranean Greenfish – Buffets Grill 79 – Contemporary International Grinders – American Guanghe Chaxuan – Cantonese Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory – Pizza Haidilao Hot Pot – Hot Pot Haoji Jiujia– Zhejiang Haru Teppanyaki and Sushi Bar – Japanese Hatsune – Japanese Hegel’s Bagels – Bakeries & Delis Hercules – Cafes & Teahouses Honeymoon Desserts – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Horizon – Cantonese Hot Bean Cooperative – Beijing House of Maid – Cafes & Teahouses Hua Jia Yi Yuan – Beijing Huanghe Shui Shaanxi Mianguan – Shanxi & Sha’anxi Hutong Pizza – Pizza I Rock My Pot – Hot Pot Ibn Battouta – Middle Eastern IFW – Contemporary Chinese In & Out – Yunnan Indian Kitchen – Indian/Pakistani Invincible Ramen – Japanese Invito – Italian Iron Chef – Japanese Irresistible Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Isshin – Japanese Istanbul – Middle Eastern Jaan – French Jade Garden – Zhejiang Jaya Cafe – Cafes & Teahouse Jerusalem – Middle Eastern Jewel – Cantonese Jin Ding Xuan – Cantonese Jin Yang Restaurant – Shanxi & Sha’anxi Jing – Buffets Jing Fun Veggie Café – Vegetarian JingZun Peking Duck Restaurant – Beijing Duck Jubaoyuan – Hot Pot Kafe Peranakan – Southeast Asian Kagen – Japanese Kamat’s – Indian/Pakistani Karaiya Spice House – Hunan & Hubei Kashgar Restaurant – Xinjiang & Muslim Kempi Deli – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Khan Baba – Indian/Pakistani Kong Yiji – Zhejiang Korean Goryeo – Korean Kranzler’s – Buffets

The Kro’s Nest – Pizza K’s Kitchen – Japanese Kura Kura – Japanese L’Isola – Italian La Cascina – Italian La La Rib Hotpot – Korean La Sushi – Japanese La Vin – French Laijin Yuxuan Fanzhuang – Imperial Lan Club – Contemporary International Lanzhou Hotel Restaurant – Qinghai, Ningxia and Gansu cuisines Le Little Saigon – Vietnamese Le Manege – French Le Petit Gourmand – French Le Pre Lenotre – French Lei Garden – Cantonese Let’s Burger – American Let’s Seafood – Contemporary Li Jia Cai – Imperial Life List – Hunan & Hubei Lijiang Spareribs Hot Pot – Hot Pot Lily’s American Diner – American Liqun Roast Duck Restaurant – Beijing Duck Little Nyonya – Southeast Asian Little Sheep – Hot Pot Little Yunnan – Yunnan Liujia Guo – Hunan & Hubei LMPlus – Italian Longshun Yuan Mala Xiangguo – Sichuan Lotus Garden – Cantonese Lotus in Moonlight – Vegetarian Loving Mum’s Vegan Cuisine – Vegetarian Luga’s Banh Mi Now – Vietnamese Luga’s Pho Pho – Vietnamese Luga’s Villa – Central and South American Lunar 8 – Fusion Ma Cun Fish Head – Sichuan Made in China – Beijing Duck Maison Boulud – French Makye Ame – Tibetan Mala Youhuo (Spice Spirit) – Sichuan Malacca Legend – Southeast Asian Mana – Mediterranean Mare– Spanish Matsuko – Japanese Matsushin – Japanese Maxim’s de Paris – French Mei Wei Zhen – Imperial Metro – Italian The Mexican Kitchen – Central & South American Miao Minority Restaurant – Guizhou & Guangxi Middle 8th Restaurant – Yunnan Migas Restaurant & Lounge – Mediterranean Ming Court – Cantonese Mirch Masala – Indian/Pakistani Mitao Restaurant – Guizhou & Guangxi Modo – Contemporary International Monsoon – Buﬀets Morel’s – European 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 Niajo – Spanish Nishimura – Japanese Niu Xuan An – Japanese No Name Restaurant – Yunnan Noble Court – Cantonese Nobu – Japanese Nola – American Noodle Bar – Beijing Noodle Loft – Shanxi & Sha’anxi Nyonya Kitchen – Southeast Asian Olas Tapas Cafe – Spanish Olé Spanish Restaurant – Spanish The Olive – Mediterranean One East – American Orange Tree Bistro – European The Orchard – European The Orient Kitchen – Southeast Asian Outback Steakhouse – Steakhouses Paomo Guan – Shanxi & Sha’anxi Papa John’s – Pizza Park Side Bar & Grill – European Patara – Thai Paulaner Brauhaus – German Peking Duck Private Kitchen – Beijing Duck

DINING NIGHTLIFE STYLE ARTS & CULTURE SPORTS LIVING EXPLORE

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Phrik Thai – Thai Pie House – Bakeries & Delis Prego – Italian Private Kitchen – African Punjabi Indian Restaurant – Indian & Pakistani Pure Lotus Vegetarian – Vegetarian Purple Haze Courtyard – Thai Purple Haze Restaurant & Bar – Thai Pyro Pizza – Pizza Qomolangma – Tibetan Quan Ju De – Beijing Duck Raj Indian Restaurant and Bar – Indian & Pakistani Red Capital Club – Imperial Refresh! – Cafes & Sandwiches Richang Cha Canting – Cantonese Ristorante Sadler – Italian River Club Restaurant – Italian The Roadhouse at Mutianyu – Contemporary Chinese ROOMbeijing – European Rumi – Middle Eastern The Saddle Cantina – Central and South American Sake Manzo – Japanese SALT – Contemporary International Scarlett – Contemporary International Scarlet Blue – American Scene a Café – European Schindler’s Tankstelle – German Schoolhouse Canteen – European Seasonal Tastes – Buffets Seijo Teppanyaki – Japanese Senses – Buffets Sequoia Bakery and Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Serve the People – Thai SG Song – Korean Shaorou Ren – Japanese Shin Yeh – Taiwan The Side Saddle – Central & South American Sizzler – American Sorabol – Korean South German Bakery, Cafe Konstanz and Bodenseestube – German South Silk Road – Yunnans Speyside – Italian Ssam – Contemporary International Stadium Dog – American Steak Exchange – Steakhouses Sukhothai – Thai Summer Palace – Huaiyang Sushi Bar – Japanese Suzuki – Japanese Suzumei – Japanese Switch! – American Tairyo Teppanyaki – Japanese The Taj Pavilion – Indian/Pakistani Tamarind (Marriott Northeast) – Indian/Pakistani The Tandoor – Indian/Pakistani Taverna – Mediterranean Terra – Central & South American TGI Friday’s – American Three Guizhou Men – Guizhou & Guangxi Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q – American Tonton & Tata – French Tori Tei – Japanese Toro Bar – Japanese Takara Ramen – Japanese Transit – Sichuan Trainspotting – Contemporary Chinese Trattoria La Gondola – Italian Tribeca – Fusion The Tree – Pizza Tube Station Bistro – Cafes & Teahouses Tube Station Pizza – Pizza Tumaris – Xinjiang & Muslim Tunmalu Rib and Potato Soup – Korean Unconditional Love Coffee – Cafes & Teahouses Union Bar & Grille – American Va Piano – Italian Va Va Voom – Vietnamese Vasco’s – Buffets VIC – Buffets Villa Castenea – German Village Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Vin Zai – Japanese Vineyard Cafe – European Waffle Boy – Bakeries & Delis Water – Contemporary International White Nights – Russian Wuhouse’s Tofu – Dongbei Xiangcao Xiangcao Yunnan Hotpot – Yunnan Xiang Man Lou – Beijing Duck Xiang Ming Yuan – Hunan & Hubei Xiao Che’s Dessert Shop – Cantonese

MARCH 2011

DIRECTORY / DINING Xiao Wang Fu – Homestyle Xu Xiang Zhai – Vegetarian Xiao Nan Guo – Shanghai Xiao Wang Fu – Homestyle & Private Cuisine Xihe Yayuan – Beijing Duck Xinjiang Islam Restaurant – Xinjiang & Muslim Xinjiang Red Rose – Xinjiang & Muslim Xuxian Lou – Zhejiang Yadgar – Indian/Pakistani

AFRICAN Private Kitchen Catering company run by Ghanaian cook Rose specializes in African, Afro-Caribbean and Jamaican-style food. Her pasties are available at Paddy O’Shea’s and Pomme O’Shea’s. (158 0161 5718)

AMERICAN

Yan Can Cook Beijing – Contemporary Chinese YellowStone Restaurant & Bar – European Yoshi Izakaya – Japanese Yotsuba – Japanese Yunteng Shifu – Yunnan Z.Y.X. HYC – Huaiyang ZEN – Cantonese Zen5es – Cantonese Zest – Cafes & Teahouses

“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

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 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

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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) 酒术，朝阳区三里屯北路81号那

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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

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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

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Grinders Huge hoagies, burgers and other North American classics. Also oﬀers a good selection of beer and aﬀordable wine. Daily 10am-2am. 3-02 Tianzhijiaozi, 31 Guangqu Lu, Chaoyang District. (8775 1847) 朝阳区广渠路 31号东环18古柏家居二期工程北区3-02号

Element Fresh American salads, smoothies, sandwiches and more. 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

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

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Switch! Sandwiches, salads and pizza, as well as a cheerful selection of fried appetizers for hungry gallery-goers. The owners also operate catering company Culinary Capers. Tue-Wed, Sun 11am-6pm; Thu-Sat 11am9pm. 8503, 798 Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (5978 4916 ) 朝阳区酒仙桥路

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Lily’s American Diner Classical 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

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The Bistro Salads, sandwiches and other American dishes, with good-value wine. Daily 11am-10pm. 28 Xiushui Nanjie (next to Grandma’s Kitchen), Chaoyang District. (5285 4988)

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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,

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Cage’s Crab House With crabs imported from Alaska, Australia, the U.K. and Canada, this restaurant features crab dishes served in a casual setting. Prices for set menus range from RMB 398-1680 for 2-6 people. Daily 5-11.30pm. A102 1/F, Shifanghaoting, 16 Xinyuanli Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8453 1376) 凯奇螃蟹屋, 朝阳区新源里南路16号世方

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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

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Chef Too Its smart interior, well-trained staﬀ and delicious Australian steaks. The wine list showcases small American vineyards. Voted

MARCH 2011

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Stadium Dog Slather your hot dog with everything from onions and cheese to olives, jalapeños and imported mustard. Daily 10am2am. Gate 10, Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (6546 8364) 朝阳区朝阳区工体东路工人

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Blue Frog Chow down on the signature burgers or opt for a salad. 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 10am-2am. S4-30, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 4030) www.bluefrog. com.cn 蓝蛙, 1) 顺义区天竺镇欲翔路99号北京

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);

Fatburger American diner serving lean Australian beef burgers, freshly ground daily and cooked to order. Burgers come in singles, doubles or triples and are accompanied by skinny fries. fat fries or homedmade onion rings and hot wings, hot dogs and imported ice cream shakes. Enjoy 1980s music with these American classics. China World branch opening in March 2011. 1) 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) 2) EB103, B1/F, Bldg 1, China World Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District.

One East Modern American cuisine with a large selection of US wines. Their set lunch consists of light dishes that won’t make you sleepy when you head back to work. Mon-Fri noon-2pm, 6-10.30pm. 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Chaoyang District. (5865 5000 ext 5030) 东方路一号, 朝阳区东方路1号希尔顿酒店2层

Scarlet Blue Restaurant & Disco A mixture of Western-style cuisines and Asian dishes. Stall 15-1, Bldg 17, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 1909, scarlet. blue.beijing@gmail.com) www.scarletblue.

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 is packed with 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

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DIRECTORY / DINING BAKERIES, DELIS & CANDY

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 Boucherie Michel Artisanal French butcher serving up quality cuts of meat, as well as 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

A Food Affaire Tucked into a corner of the April Gourmet, this is a convenient spot for grocery shoppers looking to grab some Western food to go. The selection includes dips like hummus and duck pate; ready-made salads; homemade pumpkin, lemon, and apple pies; and many lasagnas. Individual lunch and dinner sets range from RMB 35-88. Daily 8am-11pm. 1/F, 5 Xingfuyicunxili, Chaoyang District. (135 0107 1114) 朝阳区幸福一村西里5号绿叶子食品店

Awfully Chocolate Their scrumptious 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

Boulangerie Nanda A European-style artisanal bakery. The selection of muﬃns rotates daily. 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

CCSweets Artisanal cupcakes, cakes and cookies. 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

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5号楼1层; 5) 东城区东直门外大街 35号东湖俱乐部1层; 6) 朝阳区建国路89号华贸中心15号楼102; 7) 朝阳区工体北路甲2号盈科中心商场102单元; 8) 朝阳区幸福村中路55－1号

Divina Cakes Authentic Italian baked goods including cheesecake, tiramisu and more. All cakes are baked fresh every day. They do catering, and offer free delivery within the Fifth Ring Road. Order five hours in advance. Daily 9am-10pm. (400 656 1128) www. divinacakes.com Delicatessen Homemade cakes, freshly made sandwiches and a wide selection of cheeses, sausages, gourmet coffee and wines. Daily 7am-9pm. 1/F, Holiday Inn Lido, 6 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (6437 6688) 熟食店, 朝阳区将台路6号北京丽都假日饭店1层

Gourmet Corner Takeaway counter features a tempting array of sandwiches, pasta, salads, confectionery and chocolates. Daily 8am-8pm. 1/F, China World Mall (next to Starbucks), 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 43) 美食店, 朝阳区建国

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

freshly baked rolls, baguettes, and loaves of bread alongside tempting pastries and chocolates. Voted “Outstanding Sandwiches” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 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); 7) Daily 7am-10.30pm. Unit 102, Paciﬁc Century Place, 2A Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6539 2005); 8) 55-1, Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6416 2853) www.comptoirsdefrance. com 法派, 1) 朝阳区来广营东路5号2楼东侧;

门外大街1号国贸西楼1层(星巴克对面)

Comptoirs de France Oﬀers a variety of

Hegel's Bagels Run by a young New Yorker

who makes bagels at home and delivers them by the dozen. Choose from sesame, cinnamon raisin and garlic rosemary. Free delivery within the Third Ring Road and Wudaokou for orders of a dozen or more; RMB 10 otherwise. hegelsbagelsbeijing@gmail.com

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 Pie House Pies “loaded with fresh fruit, fresh nuts, and premium imported chocolate” and baked fresh every day. Free delivery within the Fourth Ring Road or Wudaokou. Order five hours in advance, ordering and delivery hours 9am-9pm. (5166 4464) www.piehouse. com.cn 派悦坊 The Swiss Deli Offers an extensive range of cakes, bakery items, freshly prepared sandwiches and salads, and homemade Swiss chocolate, as well as delicious coffee. Daily 7am-10pm. 1/F Swissotel, 2 Chaoyangmen Bei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6553 2288 ext. 2127) 东城区潮阳门北大街2号港澳中心瑞士酒店1层

Wafﬂe Boy Baked goods from chocolate cakes to tiramisu and croissants. Daily 8am10pm. 1-108, Sanlitun Soho, 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8590 0266) 窝夫小子. 朝阳

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DIRECTORY / DINING cuisines: Japanese, Indian, Chinese and Southeast Asian, as well as Western favorites. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 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

区工体北路8号三里屯SOHO底商1-108号

BEIJING 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,

丽思卡尔顿酒店

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

东城区交道口南大街炒豆胡同

Hua Jia Yi Yuan Dependably delicious Beijing and Sichuan fare. Both Guijie branches have great food: the decor is more modern at the eastern of the two branches, while the western branch oﬀers more traditional surroundings and a beautiful courtyard. 1) Daily 24 hours. 235 Dongzhimennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6405 1908); 2) Daily 10.30am-2.30am. 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

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 opened 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

BEIJING DUCK Bianyifang Serving up some of the capital’s ﬁnest duck since 1855. Boasts its own special slow-roast technique for more mouthwatering 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

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

ONGOING: P125 CHOCOLATE AT KEMPI DELI

He probably never got to play with Lego as a kid. Lucky us. Da Dong Roast Duck The “superlean” roast ducks are regularly hyped as the best in the city, but don’t overlook Da Dong’s 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 hip, romantic setting. 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 Wellpriced, skillfully carved duck in unpretentious surroundings. 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 run-

down 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 offers some of the 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 Not spectacularly furbished, but a decent and low-priced place for a duck feast. Daily 11am-4.20pm,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)

Xihe Yayuan Situated in a courtyard, Xihe Yayuan combines the culinary traditions of Sichuan, Shandong, Guangdong, Huaiyang and other regions in their dishes, which include “Wo Hop Roast duck” is seasoned with blueberry jam or soft white sugar sauce and roasted in a traditional oven. 1) Daily 11am-2pm, 5-10pm. Stall 302, 3/F, City Mall, Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (5976 1355, xiheyayuan@sina.com); 2) Daily 11am-2pm, 5-10pm. 15-3 Zhongguancun Dajie (east side of Haidian Xijie), Haidian District. (5172 2256, 5172 2250, xiheyayuan@sina.com) http:// www.xiheyayuan.com/demoe.htm 羲和雅苑, 1) 朝阳区新源南路1号都汇天地商场3楼302号; 2) 海淀区中关村大街15-3号海淀西街路东

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紫竹院路29号香格里拉饭店

CBD International Cuisine Buﬀet restaurant featuring open kitchens and a combination of Western and Asian favorites. Daily 6.30am-11pm. Grand Millennium Beijing, Fortune Plaza, 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6530 9383) 朝阳区东三环中路7号财富中心北京千禧大酒店

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

Elements Open kitchen dining experience with “pan-Asian” cuisines and other culinary styles from around the world prepared in ﬁve kitchens representing the diﬀerent “elements” of cooking (grilling, roasting, steaming, boiling, baking, frying, tossing and pouring). Daily 6-10am, noon-2.30pm, 6-10pm. 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Chaoyang District. (5865 5000 ext 5020) 元素阁, 朝阳区东方路1号希尔顿酒店2层

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

Grand Cafe Indulgent buﬀet featuring international cuisines and homemade desserts. Daily 24hrs (buﬀet 6.30-10.30am, 11.30am2.30pm, 5.30-10pm). Grand Hyatt, Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8518 1234 ext 3628) 凯菲厅, 东城区东长安街1号东方广场东方君悦大酒店

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 5.30am11.30pm. 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

360 Casual Dining International buﬀet dining whenever you need it. Daily 24hrs. Hilton Beijing Capital Airport, Terminal 3, Capital International Airport, Chaoyang District. (6458 8888) 朝阳区首都机场3号航站希尔顿酒店

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

Aroma Aroma’s buﬀet oﬀers many distinct

斯基饭店1层

BUFFETS

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

DIRECTORY / DINING 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

Cosy Café As the name suggests. 1) Daily 10am-10pm. 30-31, 40-41, Bldg N3, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 6186); 2) 1/F, Leisure Fitness Center, Bldg 7, Richmond Park, Yard 9 Fangyuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (8457 8359) 1) 朝阳区三

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

里屯路11号院三里屯Village北区N3楼30-31、 40-41号; 2) 朝阳区芳园南里9号院7号楼丽都水岸会所1层

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

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 Alba Cute, cozy and cool, Alba invites you to while away the hours between breakfast and last call on its couches, bar stools or terrace with 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 well-made paninis and terrace hideaway make this 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 Popular student cafe oﬀers solid coﬀees, cakes and breakfast specials, as well as lunch and dinner options. 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 Carmelo This private wine bar serves mostly Australian wine and pasties from Private Kitchen. Daily 9am-midnight. Rm 102, Bldg 6, Xiangheyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (8440 8062) 朝阳区香河园路6号楼102室 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 of Sydney East-meets-West cafe offering burgers, sandwiches and pasta. Daily 10am-10pm. Unit 2-316, 3/F, Bldg B, Sanlitun Soho, 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8590 0198) 雪梨澳风, 朝阳区工体北路8号三里屯 SohoB座2-316室

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

Früt Actually Serves freshly squeezed juices and smoothies rich in antioxidants, without any nasty preservatives or added sugar. Try the pomegranate juice. Rooibos tea also available. Sun-Thu 11am-8pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm. NLG41, B1/F, Sanlitun Village North, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 8385) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village北区B1楼NLG41号

Hercules Smart design makes you feel right at home, while the sandwiches, served on freshly baked bread, are excellent. Free reﬁlls on caﬀeinated drinks from 2-5pm, and 2-for-1 sandwiches on Tuesdays. Daily 11am-midnight. 2/F, Tongli Studio, Sanlitun, Chaoyang District. (6415 0299) 荷加斯餐吧，朝阳区三里屯同里2楼

House of Maid Tiny stall serving Japanesestyle crepes, smoothies and more. Daily 11am-11.30pm. West entrance of 3.3 Shopping Center, 33 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5136 5137) 朝阳区三里屯路33号3.3购物中心西门

Irresistible Cafe This courtyard cafe holds a monthly Czech dinner including Central European goulash beef stew, Czech Budvar beer and Becherovka. They also serve organic food and salads, crepes and soups. Daily 11am8pm. 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）

Jaya Cafe Smallish cafe serves an assortment of tempura, Japanese curry, shakes and more. Daily 10am-10pm. SLG53, B1/F (next to Megabox cinema), Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 2966) 三轩茶屋, 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区地下一层SLG53

Refresh! Serves light fare in the form of sandwiches and paninis, baked goods, smoothies and coﬀee. Daily 10am-midnight. 102, Bldg 1, 2 Zhongguohong Jie, Chaoyang District. (8587 1382) 朝阳区工体东路甲2号中国红街1号楼102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

Tube Station Bistro Authentic sandwiches, appetizers and salads. Fresh squeezed juices and smoothies too. 1) Mon-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sun 11am-11pm. 4-4A Xinjiekouwai Dajie (across from Beijing Normal University), Dongcheng District. (6200 4439); 2) MonThu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sun 11am-11pm. 18 Xinzhongjie (on the north side of Sun City), Dongcheng District. (8447 3949) 1) 东城区新街口外大街甲4-4号(北师大东门斜对面); 2) 东城区新中街18号(阳光都市北面)

Unconditional Love Coffee Small cafe manned by a genuine barista oﬀers 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

Zest Little coﬀee shop serving daily selection of sandwiches, paninis, salads and more. Oﬀers products from the kitchens of SALT and TERRA, as well as goods from Lollipop Bakery, IF Juice and – soon – Hegel’s Bagels. Mon-Fri 7am-7pm. 1/F, Volkswagen Group Building, 3A Sanlitun Xiliujie, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯西六街甲3号1层

CANTONESE Ah Yat Abalone Restaurant Extensive

MARCH 2011

DIRECTORY / DINING selection of dishes to suit all manner of palates and bank accounts, from cheap dim sum to top-end South African abalone. Daily 10.30am-10pm. 4-40, 4/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu (behind Opposite House), Chaoyang District. (6507 9256) 阿一鲍鱼酒家, 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village北区 4号楼4层4-40

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

Charme The two Beijing branches of this Shanghai-based Hong Kong-style cafe are known for its bustling atmosphere, nutritious Cantonese soups and tasty desserts, including their signature "honey toast" that comes topped with ice cream. Daily 11am-10pm. 1) Store 1, 6/F, Joy City (Dayue Cheng), 131 Xidan Bei Dajie, Xicheng District. (5971 6022); 2) Store 8-9 World City, 8-9 Jinhui Lu, Chaoyang District. (8590 6088) 港丽餐厅, 1) 西城区西城区西单北大街131号大悦城6楼01号; 2) 朝阳区朝阳区金汇路8-9号世界城商业街102号铺

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南区三楼S6-32单元

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

Dragon Palace Cantonese cuisine and other specialties from around China prepared to exquisite standards and served in an appropriately elegant setting. Try their Beijing duck. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 1/F, Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 4217) 龙苑中餐厅, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店1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) 福临门,朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸大酒店4楼

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

Horizon Good variety of Chinese dishes; classy atmosphere. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5.3010pm. 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

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

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方庄蒲芳路16号 (家乐福对面); 5) 朝阳区团结湖南路15号

District. (8403 3981) 阿眯哥, 东城区阿眯哥。东

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

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

城区金宝街89号金宝大厦3楼

Lotus Garden Boasting a large menu featuring dim sum, roast meats, soups and fresh vegetables, Lotus Garden oﬀers a spacious, comfortable setting for traditional Guangdong cuisine. The quality dim sum and service is appreciated. Dim sum (RMB 10-22) is available during lunch hours (11am-3.30pm). Daily 11am-3.30pm, 5-11pm. 1-2/F, Beijing INN, 11 Dongshuijing Hutong, Dongcheng District. (5905 1760) 悦荷酒家, 东城区东水井胡同11号,北京INN楼盘1-2层

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 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

城区鼓楼东大街95号

朝阳区北四环中路8号五洲皇冠假日酒店1层

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. 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

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

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

区东三环中路1号环球金融中心WFC201单元(近京广中心)

CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL

里屯北路81号北京那里花园内西侧二层小楼

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

Blu Lobster Professional service and state of the art cooking techniques at this ﬁve star restaurant. Mon-Sat 5.30-11pm. Valley Wing 1/F, Shangri-La Hotel, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6841 2211 ext 6727 / 6728) 蓝韵, 海

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

Yan Can Cook Beijing A place where people can experience not only Chinese ﬂavors, but also the process of making Chinese food. Headed by celebrity chef Martin Yan, the menu stretches the cuisines of China, featuring pig-shaped dim sum, succulent duck skin, and classic noodles with sesame paste and Peking duck. Daily 11am-10pm. 201, World Financial Center, 1 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5981 7578/9) 盐色, 朝阳

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

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

街; 2) 海淀区海淀区花园东路8号; 3) 东城区东城区东单北大街72号(外交部街胡同口); 4) 东城区西城区地安门西大街14号

东城区方家胡同46号艺术园区 (国子监南临)

西哥厨房, 顺义区天竺开发区荣祥广场705号

朗豪酒店

Richang Cha Canting These bright, noisy, colorful Hong Kong-style cafe/teahouses oﬀer an eclectic range of comfort foods, which is quick, plentiful and reasonably-priced. 1) Daily 11am-3am. Tianbao Nanjie, Shunyi District. (6780 4330); 2) Daily 10am-2am. 8 Huayuan Donglu, Haidian District. (8203 8155); 3) Daily 11am-3am. 72 Dongdan Beidajie (at the intersection of Waijiaobu Hutong), Dongcheng District. (6525 1783); 4) Daily 11am-3am. 14 Di’anmen Xidajie, Dongcheng District. (6405 8205) 日昌茶餐厅, 1) 顺义区顺义亦庄天宝南

livers 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,

淀区紫竹院路29号北京香格里拉饭店新阁一层

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 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 Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888) 东城

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

Compass Grill Fine steak and seafood served in elegant surroundings complete with six private rooms. Daily 5.30-11pm. Hilton Beiing Capital Airport. (6458 8888 ext 8901) 北京首都机场希尔顿酒店

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

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

尔顿酒店2层

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My Humble House 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, mhh@tunglok.com) 寒舍, 东城区东方广

Fuel Fun, funky restaurant serving pizzas, gigantic ribs and one of Beijing’s biggest hamburgers. 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

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IFW Managed by the Park Hyatt, IFW oﬀers top quality cuisine from all around China, prepared at live cooking stations. Mon-Fri 7.30am-10pm, Sat-Sun 10.30am-10pm. B1/F, Park Life, Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1568) 悦食悦

Gori An international eatery with everything from Thai to terriyaki opened by the much-loved Igosso/Pekotan team. Daily 11am-midnight. 1/F, Tower AB, The Oﬃce Park (Yuanyang Guanghua International), 10 Jintong Xilu (near Central Park/The Place), Chaoyang District. (8590 6266) 朝阳区金桐西

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香, 朝阳区朝阳区建国门外大街2号北京银泰中心悦·生活地下1层

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 de-

路10号远洋光华国际AB座1楼 (近新城国际/世贸天阶)

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,

DIRECTORY / DINING 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

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 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

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)

Ssam Features innovative and healthy contemporary Korean cuisine based on traditional Korean dining culture. They also serve a variety of special drinks and liquors. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-10.30pm. B1-238 Tower 1, Sanlitun SOHO, Chaoyang District. (5935 9475) 朝阳区三里屯 SOHO1号楼B1-238室

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

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

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)

East is Red Offers nightly song and dance routines straight out of the cultural revolution. Great decor and spicy fish options. Daily 10am9.30pm. 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 Wu House’s Tofu Specializes in tofu dishes – they make it in-house and offer free soymilk. Notable dishes include stinky tofu, tofu with crab cream and tofu with fish head. Daily 10am-2pm, 4.30-9.30pm. West side of 1/F Hailun Hotel, 18 Jiangtai Xilu, Chaoyang District (6433 7826) 吴府一块豆腐. 朝阳区将台西路18号海伦宾馆1楼西侧

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

1270) 朝阳区工体东路中国红阶大厦6号楼202室 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) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾15号楼15-1号

Cafe Europa Authentic Italian and European cuisine with an international wine bar. Features popular business lunch menu, regular wine tastings and catering. Daily 10.30am-10pm. 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 11am2.30pm, 6-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am-5pm, 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.capitalm-beijing.com 崇文区前门步行街2号3层 (尽览

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

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, 西城区大石碑胡同27号（后海烟袋斜街附近）

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)

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,

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Enoterra 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)

Scene a Cafe This two-level restaurant offers a buffet with a wide selection of pastas, salads, mains and desserts made in eight differently themed open kitchens. Daily 6am-1am. China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 35) 咖啡苑, 朝阳区建国

朝阳区三里屯北街81号那里花园405室

门外大街1号中国大饭店

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

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, 怀柔区慕田峪村12号

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Blue City Beijing’s ﬁrst Polish restaurant serves up polish soup, dumplings, 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, 朝阳区东大桥8号SohoO尚都北塔2322室

Swiss Bar The sister restaurant of neighboring Cafe Bellissimo, this spot oﬀers a wide selection of Western food including European, Australian and South American cuisines. They also stock Switzerland’s Muller beer. Daily 10am-2am. Unit 567, Bldg 15, Bar Street, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 1780 ext 804) 瑞士吧西餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区酒吧街15号楼567商铺

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 葡

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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

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

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. 6/F, Shin Kong Place, China Central Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6533 1536) www.dintaifung.com.cn 鼎

Morel’s Sanlitun stalwart serves Belgian-style steak tartare from locally bred beef and tasty mussels. Voted “Outstanding Steak” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Mon-Sat 11.30am-1am. Gongti Beilu (opposite Workers’ Gymnasium North Gate, northwest corner of Chunxiu Lu), Dongcheng District. (6416 8802);

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FRENCH Bleu Marine Long-established French bistro run by Danes. Try the steak with pepper sauce. Daily 10.30am-10.30pm. 5 Guanghua Xili (100m north of Silk Market), Chaoyang

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

EUROPEAN 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

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, 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

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DIRECTORY / DINING District. (6500 6704) 蓝玛利, 朝阳区光华西里 5号(秀水往北100米左右)

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

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,

Tonton & Tata This French restaurant & bar features Alsatian cuisine, ranging from mauricette, ﬂamed tarts, choucroute, baeckeoﬀe, to terrines and foie gras, and Alsatian apple tart. All at reasonable prices. Daily 11am-11pm. B1-239 Tower 2, Sanlitun Soho, Chaoyang District. (136 8120 6738) 阿尔萨斯

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

Villa Castenea Located next to the Summer Palace, this restaurant has one of the largest private gardens in Beijing – suitable for a variety of outdoor commercial activities and weddings. It serves German and Western fare, including home-brewed beer and crispy pork knuckle. Daily 11am-10pm. 266 Wan’an Donglu, Pu‘an Dian, Haidian District. (6272 0130; 6272 0131) 七叶香山, 海淀区万安东路普安店266号

GROCERY STORES

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

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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

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 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 93号万达广场C座6层

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,

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 11栋RS-17号

Lunar 8 The Fairmont's Lunar 8's menu is a blend of all-things Asian - choose from Chinese, Japanese, Southeast Asian and Indian dishes, including sashimi, chicken tikka, sweet and sour prawns and more. The venue contains a sushi bar where chefs prepare your meals before your eyes. 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. The Fairmont Beijing, 8 Yong'an Dongli, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8507 3618) 朝阳区建国门外大街,永安东里8号

Tribeca Oﬀers diners international cuisine, from sushi to steaks, as well as some solid set menu deals. Daily 11am-10pm. B1-329, Sanlitun Soho, Chaoyang District (5935 9823) 朝阳区三里屯SOHOB1-329

GERMAN 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

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

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HOMESTYLE & PRIVATE CUISINE

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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

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

Jenny Lou’s These Western grocery stores have, along with the usual staples, fresh meat and cheese, unusual pasta shapes, unsweetened yogurt, fresh herbs ... we could go on and on. 1) Bldg 5, Grasse Town, Songzhuang, Tongzhou District. (8951 6858); 2) Beijing Euro Village Branch, Shunyi District. (8046 2316, 8046 3302); 3) Yosemite Branch, Shunyi District. (8041 7063); 4) 8-9.30pm. Chateau Regalia Branch, Shunyi District. (6450 8108); 5) 9am-8pm. River Garden, Shunyi District. (8046 5109); 6) Daily 8am-10pm. Laiguangying Donglu (opposite Heping Hospital), Chaoyang District. (8470 1557); 7) Daily 7.30 am-10pm. Pinnacle Plaza, Shunyi District. (8046 2316/3302); 8) Daily 8am-10pm. Bldg 4, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 2253); 9) Daily 8am-9pm. Inside East Lake Villa Clubhouse, Chaoyang District. (6467 8018); 10) Daily 8am-midnight. 4 Ritan Beilu (opposite to Fancaodi Primary School), Chaoyang District. (8563 0626); 11) Daily 8am-10pm. 6 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (6461 6928); 12) Daily 8am-midnight. South of Chaoyang Park’s West Gate, Chaoyang District. (6501 6249); 13) Daily 8am-midnight. Hairun International Apartment, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5135 8338) www.jennyshop.com.cn 婕妮璐, 1) 通州区通州区宋庄镇葛渠村格拉斯小镇5号楼底商; 2) 顺义区顺义区欧陆苑别墅区对面; 3) 顺义区顺义区优山美地别墅区; 4) 顺义区顺义区丽高王府别墅区; 5) 顺义区裕京花园别墅区内; 6) 朝阳区来广营东路和平医院对面; 7) 顺义区荣祥广场; 8) 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外 Soho4号楼; 9) 朝阳区东湖别墅会所里; 10) 朝阳区日坛北路4号(芳草地小学对面); 11) 朝阳区三里屯北小街6号; 12) 朝阳区朝阳公园西门南侧; 13) 朝阳区将台路2号海润国际公寓底商

GUIZHOU & GUANGXI 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米路西; 2) 西城区复兴门大街54号(民族宫对面)

Mitao Restaurant Guizhou and Yunnan dishes dominate Mitao’s menu, with specialties that might surprise even fans of Southwest Chinese cuisine. Daily 10am-10pm. 1) Unit 1330, 3/F, West Tower, Soho Shangdu, 8 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5900 3106); 2) 6/F, Chaoyang Joy City, 28 Qingnian Lu, Chaoyang District. (8552 3418) 蜜桃餐厅, 1) 朝阳区东大桥路8号Soho尚都西塔3层1330号; 2) 朝阳区青年路28号朝阳大悦城6层

Three Guizhou Men Artsy-fartsy dining establishment with tasty Guizhou-style

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. Daily 11am -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.

DIRECTORY / DINING 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

Jubaoyuan Time-honored (laozihao) Muslim shuanyangrou (mutton hot pot) place is known for its fresh beef and mutton slices. Daily 11am-10pm. 5-2 Commercial Building 1, Niujie Xili, Xuanwu District. (83545602) 聚宝源, 宣武区牛街西里商业楼1号5-2号

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

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

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 District. (6415 3535) 朝阳区朝阳区三里屯路19号 The Village南区8号楼

Life List A cozy Hunnan courtyard restaurant with rattan furniture. The menu is prix ﬁxe (RMB 100 per person) with an assortment of Hunan standards prepared by chefs native to the region. Daily 10am-10pm. 14 Dajingchang Xixiang, Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (8402 8460) 东城区鼓楼东大街大经厂西巷14号

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 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

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)

Khan Baba Pakistani Restaurant This Pakistani restaurant features a bargain buﬀet lunch. The "Chinese" portion of their menu is a little more extensive than you'd expect. Daily 11am-3pm, 6-10.30pm. Southwest corner of Paciﬁc Century Plaza, 4 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6506 0976) 汗巴巴巴基斯坦餐厅, 朝阳区工体北路4号院 (太平洋百货南门对面)

Mirch Masala Tasty, authentic and aﬀordable in a pleasant, well-lit environment. Vegan friendly. Delivery also available. Mon 5-10.30pm; Tue-Sun 11am-2.30pm, 5pm10.30pm. Unit 130, Bldg 2, Ritan Highlife, (across from the north gate of Ritan Park), Chaoyang District. (8563 6304) www.mirchmasala.com.cn 马沙拉之香, 朝阳区雅宝路日坛公园北门日坛上街2号楼130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号那里花园4层

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 本杰比, 朝阳区朝阳公园路好运街2楼C-8号

IMPERIAL 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

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

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

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

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, 西城区鼓楼西大街31号

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) 朝阳区霄云路甲26号海航大厦万豪酒店2层

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) 天都里印度餐厅, 朝阳区工体北路2号兆龙饭店1层

Yadgar This small Sanlitun dive specializes in Indian snack food, including highly recommended samosas. North Sanlitun South Building 42, Chaoyang District. (6416 1877) 朝阳区三里屯南42

MARCH 2011

DIRECTORY / DINING ITALIAN

intimate dinners or group events. Business set lunch RMB 108-138. 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 塔沃拉意大利餐厅,

Alio Olio Run by a former Annie’s manager, Alio Olio serves classic Italian cuisine. West gate of Chaoyang Park (next to Black Sun), Chaoyang District. (6594 0938) 朝阳区朝阳公园西门

朝阳区东方东路19号亮马桥外交公寓会所2层

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

Trattoria La Gondola Typical Italian entrees include pastas, pizzas, seafood and veal. Elegant décor, quality service and the welldeveloped wine list could almost convince you that you’re in Venice. Daily 11.30am2.30pm and 5.30-11pm. Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5707) 意大利威尼斯餐厅, 朝阳区亮马

8号Soho尚都1112号

桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店

Va Piano Chic contemporary setting combined with freshly baked pizza, authentic pastas, delightful desserts and a long list of wines. Daily 5.30-10pm. InterContinental Beichen, 8 Beichen Xilu, Chaoyang District. (8437 1360) 朝阳区北辰西路8号北京北辰洲际酒店

MAR 18: MARS EN FOLIE

JAPANESE

Francophones go crazy.

District. (5208 6008) 波莫多洛, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号

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 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. 1/F, Ruisai Business Building (opposite the Ascott Beijing), 2 Dongsanhuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District (6568 5890) 安妮, 1) 朝阳区神路街

Cornerstone With family-friendly service, this trendy place specializes in Italian “feelgood food”, a designation that includes thincrust pizzas, homemade pasta, and a variety of entrees, from codﬁsh to grilled chicken, as well as bargain set lunches. Daily 11am1.45pm 5-8.45pm. Unit 105, World Financial Center, 1 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5981 7578/79) 薏, 朝阳区东三环中路 1号环球金融中心105

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

1号北京金融街丽思卡顿酒店大堂

朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号新城国际10号103

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

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

试, 朝阳区三里屯北小街1号

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

LMPlus Run by Massimo Masili from L'Isola's, LMPlus oﬀers a simple decor for about 20 people at four tables. It serves simple but tasty Italian fare and has a great by-the-glass wine selection. A wine room favoring Italian bottles with a table can seat 10 people. Daily 10am11pm. 103, Tower 10 Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6533 6366)

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

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

罗洛, 朝阳区建国路甲83

客, 朝阳区工体北路甲2号盈科中心2层201

阳区工体西路9号

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) 朝阳区东三环南路2号瑞赛大厦商务楼1层(雅诗阁服务公寓对面)

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

understated 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

Di Napoli Ristorante With imported pasta noodles and liquor lining the shelves, this two-ﬂoor restaurant oﬀers food made from high-quality ingredients from thin-crust pizzas to homemade pastas. A private wine room is available with free sommelier service. Daily 10.30am-10:30pm. C-10, Lucky Street, 1 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District.(5867 0263) 拿波里餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳公园路好运街C-10号

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

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) 中意汇北京餐厅, 朝阳区麦子店西街53号 (富驿时尚酒店东侧)

Speyside This restaurant and bar serves a range of Italian fare and a selection of single malts. Daily 9.30am-11pm. 1/F, Tower AB, The Oﬃce Park(Yuanyang Guanghua International), 10 Jintong Xilu(near Central Park/The Place), Chaoyang District. (8590 6176) 朝阳区金桐西路10号远洋光华国际AB座1楼(近新城国际/世贸天阶)

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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

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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 stylishly-

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

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

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

Iron Chef 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) 达人食堂, 朝阳区南三里屯路16号泰悦豪庭2层204室

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

阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区 15-2

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

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

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 6830) 火源, 朝阳区光华东路8号和乔大厦C座 Tavola Excellent Neapolitan-style Italian cuisine in a setting that works equally well for

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K’s Kitchen Restaurant adjoining cocktail bar Mokihi serves Western-style fare with a Japa-

DIRECTORY / DINING nese twist. Daily 5pm-3am. Daily 6pm-3am. 3/F, 1 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, C12 Haoyun Jie, Chaoyang District. (5867 0244) 朝阳区朝阳公园路1号好运街C12商铺3层

Kura Kura Run by the owner of Ichikura, this space is a fully-stocked Japanese bar oﬀering a short menu of curries and other Westernized Japanese food such as croquettes and milk pudding. Daily 10.30am-1am. Unit 1-101, 29 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 1550) 藏藏, 朝阳区三里屯路29号楼1-101

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 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

Matsushin This Shin Kong Place Japanese restaurant serves authentic Japanese cuisine in a sleek, modern environment (think glass, metal and mood lights) and is packed at lunch - but worth the wait. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.3010pm. 2/F, West Area, Hanwei Plaza, 7 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 2535) 松伸日本料理, 朝阳区光华路7号汉威大厦西区2层

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 Reﬁned Japanese cuisine, including kaiseki sets, sushi, sashimi and more. 4/F, China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2299 ext 6407) 滩万日餐厅, 朝阳区建国路外大街1号国贸大酒店4层

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

Niu Xuan An This tiny hidden eatery, tucked behind the curtains of a Japanese butchery, ﬁlls up by 7.30pm with a savvy Nippon crowd. Skip the bland shabu shabu and opt for a curry or miso nabe or sukiyaki. Daily 11.30am1.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 1/F Class Hotel, 19 Xinyuanli Xi, Chaoyang District. (6464 3383) 牛玄庵, 朝阳区新源里西19号格纳斯主题酒店1楼

Nobu Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s Beijing branch features signature specialties like black cod with miso or rock shrimp tempura with creamy chili sauce. 1/F, JW Marriott Hotel, China Central Place, 83 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5969 6988) 朝阳区建国路83号华贸中心华茂万豪酒店1层

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) 朝阳区潘家园南里28号漪龙台公寓伊龙坊1层

Seijo Teppanyaki This pricey Japanese restaurant oﬀers teppanyaki, sushi, sashimi and some Western fare like steak and foie gras. The decor boasts a zen garden. An eight-course set menu (RMB 400-500) is available, as well as lunch set menus starting at RMB 48. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30pm-10pm. L21 Avenue de Luxe (south of Huaomao center), Chaoyang District. (6533 1570) 成城, 朝阳区华贸中心商

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Shaorou Ren Sit at the bar and grill your own meaty meal at this hip restaurant. Daily 5-11.30pm. Room 2203, Bldg B, Sanlitun Soho, Chaoyang District. (6403 7626) 烧肉人, 朝阳区三里屯Soho商场B座2203室

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

Gate of Si’de Park, 39 Jiangtai Xilu, Chaoyang District. (8456 9511) www.aijiangshan.com

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

爱江山, 朝阳区将台西路四德公园北门

区; 2) 海淀区五道口购物中心5层

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

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

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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

Korean Goryeo This place specializes in Korean-style hotpots, with large chunks of beef, potato and tofu stewed in a thick soybean paste soup base. Daily 11am-10pm. 1-09, Bldg 1, 39 Courtyard, Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang District. (8561 2577) 高丽王朝牛排酱汤小火锅, 朝阳区神路街39号院1号楼1-09号

La La Rib Hotpot Specializes in kimchiﬂavored pork rib stew. Daily 24 hrs. 412, No.4 Area, Wangjing Xiyuan (Near Wal-mart), Chaoyang District. (6471 4748) 喇喇排骨火锅, 朝阳区望京西园四区412号(近沃尔玛)

Takara Ramen This Japanese eatery - which originated in Kyoto and already has several chains in Tianjin - specializes in a range of ramen noodles and Japanese-inﬂuenced dandan mian. Daily 11am-11pm. B1-237 Tower 1, Sanlitun Soho, Chaoyang District. (5728 8918)

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)

Vin Zai This unpretentious izakaya serves a range of Japanese jiachangcai. Drinks vary from sake and soju to whiskey. Reservations required, and the menu is only in Japanese. Daily 6pm-midnight. 8 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (130 3111 8170) 万菜, 朝阳区新源南路8号

Yoshi Izakaya Oﬀers a variety reasonablypriced Japanese fare in a spare and cute setting. Mon-Tue 5-11pm, Wed-Sun 11am-11pm. 247 Gulou Dongdajie, Xicheng District. (6405 8072) 耀西居酒屋, 西城区鼓楼东大街247号 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

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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

Sureño Modern Mediterranean cuisine from a beautiful open kitchen with wood-ﬁred ovens. Voted “Best Mediterranean” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-3.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 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

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

宝藤拉面, 朝阳区三里屯Soho1号楼B1-237室

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

Migas Restaurant & Lounge Headed by chefs from Spain and decorated with Miroesque paintings, this stylish restaurant serves up a wide selection of modern Spanish tapas with a good wine selection. Enjoy the views from the terrace on white egg-shaped seats surrounded by green cactus. 6/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6061) 米

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SG Song This contemporary Korean restaurant focuses on light, healthy dishes, and does not use MSG. Daily11.30am-2.30pm 5-10pm. 2/F, Building AB, Vantone Center, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie,Chaoyang District (5907 1879) 朝阳区朝外大街甲6号万通中心AB座二层

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

Tunmalu Rib and Potato Soup This Wangjing restaurant is famous for its namesake – pork rib and potato stew. Daily 11am-midnight. 402-2, North Gate of No.4 Area, Wangjing Xiyuan, Chaoyang District. (6474 4658) 豚玛露脊骨土豆汤, 朝阳区望京西园四区北门402-2号

MEDITERRANEAN 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 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, 朝阳区三里屯西五街1号

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

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 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

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) 摩洛哥餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳区工体东路甲2号红街大厦4-103

Istanbul Middle Eastern and Mediterranean favorites including spicy lamb shish kebabs with a tasty yogurt sauce. Try the house

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DIRECTORY / DINING specialty Turkish pizza topped with chunks of grilled lamb, onion and tomato. Pleasant outdoor patio. Daily 10am-11pm. B7 Xiushui Nanjie, Jianguomenwai, Chaoyang District. (6503 2700) 伊斯坦布尔, 朝阳区建国门外大街

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

Transit This high-end restaurant oﬀers an expensive menu of Sichuan dishes. Daily 1.30am-midnight. N4-36, Sanlintun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 9090) 渡金湖, 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯

秀水南街B7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)

Village北区N4-36号

SOUTHEAST ASIAN 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

耶路撒冷, 朝阳区三里屯北路29号4门102室

印, 朝阳区东三环北路26号

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

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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

PIZZA Bang! Bang! Pizza Bar-restaurant serving aﬀordable pizza and other pub-style grub. Daily 11am-2am. Rm 103, Bldg 24, Hopson International Park, Shuanghuayuan Nanli Area 3 (west of Renaissance Hotel), Shuangjing, Chaoyang District. (136 0100 0343) 朝阳区双井双花园南里3区(北京富力万丽酒店)合生国际家园 24号楼103单元

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

beer. 1) Mon-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sun 10am11pm. Inside Workers’ Stadium North Gate (next to Vics), Chaoyang District. (6553 5253); 2) Mon-Thu 10am-10pm, Sat-Sun 10am-11pm. 1 Fuyuanmen (400 meters north of Beijing University West Gate, on the northwest corner of the intersection), Haidian District. (6252 8057); 3) Mon-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sun 10am11pm. Bldg B, Youyan Dasha, 2 Beitaiping Zhuang Qiao, Xicheng District. (8201 4899) www.thekrosnest.com 站点披萨, 1) 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

QINGHAI, NINGXIA & GANSU Lanzhou Hotel Restaurant Gansu natives swear by this place for its authentic, fresh ingredients sourced from the northwestern province, as well as “outstanding cold noodles (niangpi) and jiu bei zi, a regional sweet wine made from grains and wheat. Bldg 5 (inside the Jing Hui Jia Yuan complex), 58 Xizhimen Wai Dajie, Xicheng District. (8229 1133 ext 108) 兰州宾馆餐厅, 西城区西城区西直门北大街 58号院金晖嘉园小区5号楼

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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

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

The Kro’s Nest Huge pizzas and other caloriﬁc treats such as Kro’s Kurly fries and pizza innovations like pizza sliders. The bar stays open late. Mon-Thu 11am-1am (full menu served until 11pm), Fri-Sun 11am-2am (full menu served until midnight). 35 Xiaoyun Lu (opposite Beijing Renaissance Hotel), Chaoyang District. (8391 3131) 乌巢, 朝阳区霄

城区东直门内大街北中街甲13号

云路35号(国航大厦万丽酒店对面)

西南边

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

Tube Station Pizza American-style pizza joint also oﬀers onion rings, wings and lots of

SHANGHAI 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 Xiao Nan Guo This Shanghai chain serves traditional Shanghai cuisine in a contemporary interior. Daily 11am-9.45pm. 4/F City Mall, 1 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (40 0820 9777) 小南国, 朝阳区新源南路1号都汇天地商场4层

SHANXI & SHA’ANXI Huanghe Shui Shaanxi Mianguan This 24-hour restaurant serves hand-pulled Sha’anxi noodles, dumplings, rou jia mo and more. The Gongti location is nicer than the Meishuguan location, but both are great for no-nonsense late night eats. Daily 24 hours. 1) 24 Meishuguan Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (6404 4526); 2) 6 Workers’ Stadium East Gate (inside the east gate on the north side of the

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stadium), Chaoyang District. (5842 6260) 黄河水陕西面馆, 1) 东城区美术馆东街甲24号; 2) 朝阳区工人体育场东门内6号看台北侧

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

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

珠市口西大街241号

豆腐池胡同43号(旧鼓楼大街往东走)

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)

Little Nyonya Nyonya-style Malaysian and Singapore cooking. Mon-Sat 11.30am-10pm. Unit 13-07, 1/F, Block 515, Olive Mall, Wangjing Dongyuan 5th Avenue, Chaoyang District. (8442 2326, lim.mina@gmail.com) 小娘惹, 朝

朝阳区百子湾路18号（Soho现代城往南

阳区望京东园五区融科橄榄城商街515号楼1层 13-07室

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)

Ma Cun Fish Head Chongqing natives recommend this place for its spicy, authentic ﬁsh head hot pot. 01-010 Ritan Highlife, 39 Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang District. (8569 3837) 马村鱼头,

泡馍馆, 东城区朝内南小街53号

朝阳区朝阳区神路街39号院日坛上街01-010号

SICHUAN 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

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）

Mala Youhuo (Spice Spirit) Imaginatively decorated chain of restaurants catering to a young, aﬄuent crowd. Voted “Outstanding 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.

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

Nyonya Kitchen Peranakan cuisine at its ﬁnest, and if you don’t know what that is, no problem. The owners seek to instruct and oﬀer up spices and curry pastes fresh from Malaysia. Daily 11am-9.30pm. Across from Gaojiayuan Middle School, opposite the Lido Hotel, Chaoyang District. (6433 7377) http://www.nyonyakitchen.com/customize/ mlkitchen/index.php 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

DIRECTORY / DINING SPANISH

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 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

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)

second ﬂoor serves a fancier menu of fake meat options which are cooked fast, portioned generously, and served competently. Daily 10am-10pm. 30 Yonghegong Dajie, Dongcheng District (no tel) 素精灵. 东城区雍

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

和宫大街30号

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

1号楼(海淀国税局西)

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

路83号华贸中心JW万豪酒店2层

Agua Fine Spanish dining. 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6188) 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园4层

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) 朝阳区三里屯北街81号（哪里花园边）

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. Tue-Sat 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

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) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village3楼S4-33室

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) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

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) 古老海西餐厅, 朝阳区光华路丙12号数码01大厦1层

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

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

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 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 11am10pm. 6/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 5658); 2) Daily 11am5am. 6 Gongti Xilu, south of the Gongti 100 Bowling Alley, Chaoyang District. (6551 3533); 3) Daily 11am-4am. 35 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8451 9988); 4) Daily 11am-2am. Bldg 4, Area 2 Anhui Beili, Yayuncun, Chaoyang District. (6489 4300) 鹿港小镇, 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)

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

Ole Spanish Restaurant This Spanish restaurant.consists of three floors: the first is a bar and lounge, the second is for tapas, and the top floor focuses on fine dining. Delivery service now available. Sun-Wed 11am-midnight, Thu 11am-2am, Fri- Sat 11am-4am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (next to Salsa Caribe), Chaoyang District. (6595 9677) 朝阳区工体北路4号院(卡利宾旁边)

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

THAI 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)

Jing Fun Veggie Café Serves international vegetarian cuisine using no artiﬁcial ingredients or MSG in a clean and sleek environment. The menu features dishes made from mushrooms and other pure and natural ingredients. They also make their own tempeh and eggless cakes. 1 Bishui Yuntian, Wanliu Zhonglu, Haidian District. . Daily 10am-10pm. (8256 5205) 净饭, 海淀区万柳中路碧水云天底商

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, 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

TIBETAN 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

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 Loving Mum’s Vegan Cuisine This cozy restaurant features organic vegetarian cuisine. Signature dishes include papaya salad and stir-fried Matsutake mushroom. Also oﬀers western-style sweets made without egg or diary. Daily 9.30am-9pm. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6500 1747) 妈妈咪呀蔬食料理, 朝阳区工体北路4号院

Fairy Su The first floor offers simple but nutritious set meals and fresh juices for a quick stop after a Lama Temple tour. The

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

Xu Xiang Zhai Vegetarians will delight in the all-you-can-eat buffet (RMB 68): offerings include veggie twists on Chinese classics, sushi, dumplings, hot pot and more. Monk sightings are common. Daily 10am-9pm; lunch buffet 11.30am-2pm, dinner buffet 5.30-9pm. 26 Guozijian Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6404 6568) 叙香斋, 东城区国子监大街甲26-1号

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

TAKE 5

CREPES CREPANINI

Brêton-style sweet and savory crepes are the perfect accompaniment to sidewalk people-watching. (5208 6092/93)

HOUSE OF MAID

Tiny stall at 3.3 serving Japanese-style crepes at good prices. (5136 5137)

IRRESISTIBLE CAFE

Try this Czech restaurant’s chicken and mushroom “Charles Bridge” crepe. (139 1001 6827)

JAYA CAFE

Japanese-style sweet and savory crepes feed hungry moviegoers on the run. (6416 2966)

LE PETIT GOURMAND

This Tongli veteran offers fancier surroundings for tucking into traditional French crepes. (6417 6095)

MARCH 2011

DIRECTORY / DINING–NIGHTLIFE 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

Va Va Voom Classic Vietnamese in a designer environment. Voted“Outstanding Vietnamese” 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 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 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 Baoqin Daiwei Restaurant Similar to the Golden Peacock Dai Flavor restaurant next door - serves pineapple rice, glass noodles and other Dai specialties. 11am-2pm, 5-9.30pm. 16 Minzu Daxue Beilu, Weigongcun, Haidian District. (6848 3189) 宝琴傣味餐馆, 海淀区魏公村民族大学北路16号(韦伯豪家园对面)

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

Dali Renjia Humble, cheap and utterly authentic Yunnan restaurant. No English menu. Daily 10.30am-11pm. Baochao Hutong (100m north of Gulou Dongdajie), Dongcheng District. (158 1039 2366) 大理人家, 东城区东城区宝钞胡同80号(鼓楼东大街往北走100米)

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

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)

Little Yunnan Located in a well-preserve courtyard near the old imperial wall, this little restaurant provides Yunnan dishes in a cozy atmosphere, perfect for friendly gatherings or a romantic night out. It also serves great home-brewed rice wine. Daily 11am-midnight. 28 Donghuangchenggen Beijie, Dongcheng District. (6401 9498) 小云南, 东城

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

区东黄城根北街28号

Xiangcao Xiangcao Yunnan Hotpot This Yunnan-style hot pot chain specializes in mushroom hotpot and tofu platters. The Haidian store is called the “Dali branch,” while the large, CBD location is called the “Lijiang Branch.” Daily 10am-11pm. 1) 2/F Mingshang Building, 55 Suzhou Jie(near west gate of People’s University), Haidian District. (8262 1976); 2) 2/F Xiashing Guoji Zhongxin (below Tumaris), 237 Chaoyang Beilu (south of and across the street from Chaoyang Hospital East Gate), Chaoyang District. (6585 1976) 香草香草云南原生态火锅, 1) 海淀区海淀区苏州街55号名商大厦2楼(近人民大学西门); 2) 朝阳区朝阳区朝阳北路237号复星国际中心2楼(朝阳医院东门斜对面)

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

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MARCH 2011

Xuxian Lou With a beautiful courtyard and interior, this place oﬀers a list of Hangzhou specialties, but thrown into the mix are non-sequiturs like baked seafood with pastis cream. Also serves as a lounge, with a long list of sweets and beverages. After 9.30pm, the rooftop garden becomes a pleasant bar. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-10pm. Gongti Xilu (north side of the Gongti West Gate courtyard), Chaoyang District. (6551 8812) 许仙楼, 朝阳区工体西门院内北侧s

NIGHTLIFE BARS & CLUBS 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 Nanluogu Xiang and Fuxiang Hutong, Dongcheng District. (6402 1554) 东城区南锣鼓巷福祥1号 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) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里1层

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

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

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)

Bang! Bang! Pizza See Dining Directory under “Pizza.“ Bar Blu One of Beijing’s longest-running dancing spots, complete with terrace. Daily 6.30pm-late. 4/F, Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6417 4124, info@barblu.cn) 蓝吧, 朝阳区三里屯后街同里4层

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

Beer Mania Spacious it ain't, but this simply and solidly furnished place has a great glistening refrigerator packed with dozens of Belgian beers, a few from other countries, as well as Belgian beer on tap. Daily 2pm-late. 1/F, Taiyue Fang, Nansanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6585 0786, beermania.beijing@gmail.com) beermania.todayinchina.com 麦霓啤酒吧, 朝阳区南三里屯路泰乐坊1层

Bling Currently “closed for renovation.” Hip-hop club with a Rolls Royce Phantom DJ booth. Exclusive selection of premium single malts, cognacs, and cigars. Wed-Sat 9pmlate. 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

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) 朝阳区双井桥东北角天之骄子底商2-11

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）

Butterﬂy Will be closed this month. Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯后街

Alanting 1/F, Forte International Apartment, 235 Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8571 5168) 阿兰亭咖啡, 朝阳区朝阳北路235号复地

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

国际公寓1层

Alfa A mix of young expat professionals, students and local club-goers. Daily 6pm-3am. 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

Amilal Well-priced whiskeys, good beers and tiny living room-style ambiance make this one of Beijing’s best bars. 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

Amilana Cafe-bar from the owner of Amilal. 2/F, 141 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (no tel) 东城区鼓楼东大街141号2层 Aperitivo Popular for summer drinking. 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

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, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号中国大饭店2层

金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

CD Blues Cafe & Bar Live music venue. Daily 4pm-late. Nongzhanguan Lu (south of the Agricultural Exhibition Hall), 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 ext 42) 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

Cheese & Wine Made In Heaven Sun-Wed noon-midnight, Thu-Sat noon-1.30am. 1-15 Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu (next to Jenny Lou's), Chaoyang District. (6501 2901) 朝阳区朝阳公园西路1-15号

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

DIRECTORY / NIGHTLIFE RMB 38-48. Daily 11am-6am. 19 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8561 3988) 朝阳区日坛北路19号

Ciro’s Pomodoro See Dining Directory under “Italian.” 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

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 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 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

Dao Le Wine bar. 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)

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. Daily 8pm-late. 7 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 8180) 目的地, 朝阳区工体西路7号 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 The decor’s nothing special, but this is one of the best jazz venues in town. 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海南沿2号楼2层

El Nido/Bar No. 59 Beer selection dwarfs seating capacity by around ten to one. Daily 4pm-last customer leaves. 59 Fangjia Hutong (enter from Andingmennei Dajie), Dongcheng District. (8402 9495) 东城区方家胡同59号(丛安定门内大街往东走20米)

Enoterra Wine bar that serves good food as well. Voted “Outstanding Wine Selection” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am-2am. 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6076) 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园4层

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 Flamme International Grill See Dining Directory under “Steakhouses.“ Frank’s Place/Johnny Duck’s Sports bar. Daily 24hrs. Jiangtai Xilu, west of Rosedale Hotel, Chaoyang District. (6437 8399) 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

and Bell), Dongcheng District. (8405 0124) 将 Kai Club Moves to Tongli this month. 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

Kokomo The lower level Mo Lounge is a minimalist bar with bed-style seats, the upper level one of Beijing’s best terraces. Sun-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-4am. 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 The Kro’s Nest See Dining Directory under “Pizza.“ Lan Club This opulently decorated bar was 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,

都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店(T3航站楼西南)

朝阳区建国门外大街乙12号LG双子座4层

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

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)

工体东路工人体育场东门内12号进口

兰棠, 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区

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

Las Vegas B1/F, Ritan International Hotel, 39 Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang District. (6588 8887/7171) 拉斯维加斯俱乐部, 朝阳区神路街

16号泰悦豪庭2层203

Le Petit Gourmand/Le Zinc See Dining directory.

Great Leap Brewing Microbrewery in a siheyuan serves ales, pale ales, porters and other beers. Thu-Sat 5pm-midnight. 6 Doujiao Hutong (from Di'anmenwai Dajie, walk east down Fangzhuanchang Hutong until you hit Doujiao Hutong. Turn right then follow the road round to the left), Dongcheng District. (187 1007 7331) 大跃, 东城区豆角胡同6号 Green Cap Bar, The Irish-run bar for the Lido-Shunyi crowd. Live sports, Irish bar food and more. Tue-Sun noon-late. Beside Western Academy of Beijing, Laiguangying Donglu (oﬀ the Airport Expressway), Chaoyang District. 爱尔兰老人酒吧, 朝阳区来广营东路(北京京西学校旁边)

TAKE 5

进酒吧, 东城区钟库胡同2号 (鼓楼北门)

39号日坛国际酒店地下1层

Lobby Lounge (China World Hotel) Drinks in the lobby. 1/F, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号中国大饭店1层 Long Bar Cocktails and live music by Terminal 3. Daily 4pm-1am. Hilton Beijing Capital Airport, Terminal 3, Capital International Airport, Chaoyang District. (6458 8888) 朝阳区首都机场3号航站希尔顿酒店

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

WHISKEY AMILAL

A small selection, but owner Alus knows how to choose them. Plenty of peaty Islay malts here, and great value at RMB 50 a glass. (8404 1416)

ATMOSPHERE

Single malts with a view. Ask Charly to make you a Laphroaig cocktail. (6505 2299 ext 6433)

ICHIKURA

Whatever the Japanese for “single malt” is, they’ve got lots of it, as well as quality Japanese whiskeys and some of the best cocktails in town. (6507 1107)

NASHVILLE

Perhaps Beijing’s best selection of single malts, and cheaper than most places. Average price around RMB 60 for a 12-year malt. (5867 0298)

RITZ-CARLTON BAR

The connoisseur’s choice. A few of their Macallans are older than most of the clientele. Some great rums and brandy here too. (5908 8131)

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

The Loop Shuangjing events space and cafe-bar serving fusion dishes, brunch and a wide selection of wine, beer and cocktails. Daily 11am-2am. 1/F, Bldg 5 (just north of

Grinders See Dining Directory under “American.“ Gulou 121 Tiny bar hosts regular live music performances. Daily 2pm-late. 121 Jiugulou Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8404 3430) 鼓楼 121, 东城区旧鼓楼大街121号

Half Bar Two-story bar with a dance ﬂoor upstairs. Daily 2pm-late. At the back of International Wonderland, 39 Xingfu Ercun, Chaoyang District. (8444 4484). 朝阳区幸福二村39号首开广场后面

Hard Rock Cafe Burgers, pastas, desserts, cover bands and those ubiquitous T-shirts at this restaurant that saw its heyday in the 1990s. Daily 11.30am-2am. 1/F, Landmark Towers, 8 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6590 6688 ext 2571) 硬石餐厅, 朝阳区东三环北路8号亮马河大厦西大堂

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)

The House Two-floor electronic music mecca. Daily 9pm-6am. Workers' Stadium North Gate, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6551 3936) 朝阳区工体北路工人体育场北门 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 Eudora Station Bar and Restaurant American food, a great terrace and live music. Bump City, featuring singer Greg Carroll (who formerly performed with Robert Palmer), plays a mix of Latin-influenced blues, jazz and rock & roll Wed-Sat 9.30pm-1am. Daily 9am2am. 6 Fangyuan Xilu (opposite Lido Plaza), Chaoyang District. (6437 8331/8813) 朝阳区芳园西路6号(丽都广场对面)

Face An upscale bar but you can ﬁnd a pint of Tetley’s. Daily 2pm-late. 26 Dongcaoyuan, Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6551 6738) www.facebars.com 妃思, 朝阳区工体南路东草园26号

Flames Flawlessly mixed drinks. Live

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)

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

MARCH 2011

DIRECTORY / NIGHTLIFE Carrefour), 78 Baiziwan Nan Er Lu, Chaoyang District. (8772 5713) 回路咖啡馆, 朝阳区百子湾

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

南二路78号5号楼1层(家乐福北面)

Lotus Blue Bar and Restaurant Tintininspired 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

区建国路93号华贸中心

Riverbank Café & Bar 1F, FX Hotel, 39 Maizidian Xijie, Chaoyang District. (6506 8277) 朝阳区麦子店西街39号富驿时尚酒店1层

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 Saddle Cantina Tacos downstairs, a fuller range of Tex-Mex upstairs, and arguably Beijing’s strongest margaritas. Daily 11am-late. Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6005) www.beijingsaddle.com 朝阳区三

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.

里屯路81号那里花园2层

东城区鼓楼东大街157号

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

Luga’s Burritos, beer, tequila, chips and salsa, and frozen Margaritas. Daily 24hrs. Opposite Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6416 5154) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里对面 Luga’s Basement 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

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

ONGOING: EAST 33 SET LUNCH Spoiler alert: This is how it ends.

里屯北街7号3.3购物中心后

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

华国际大厦C座27单元(世贸天阶东侧)

金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Pomme O’Shea’s All about carbo-loading with the draft beer and the sports channel here. Tue-Sun 11.30am-late. 19 Kaifa Lu, Xibaixinzhuang, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8046 2558) 石榴园, 顺义区后沙峪西白辛庄开

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

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

成府路华清嘉园1号楼2层（五道口城铁站对面）

阳区建国路93号万达广场C座索菲特酒店6层

McQueen's Tiny bar aimed mainly at the Destination crowd. 4/F, Tongli Studios, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯后街同里4层

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

Maison Boulud See Dining Directory under “French.“ 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 Some of Beijing’s best cocktails. Daily 5.30pm-late (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）

MasterCard Center Hosts sport events and concerts. 69 Fuxing Lu, Haidian District. (6828 6386) 海淀区复兴路69号 Mesh Equally at home to post-retail therapy 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) 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village1号楼瑜舍1层

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

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 Mix (Westin Chaoyang) Live jazz in the evenings and an extensive selection of champagnes, wines and whiskey. Daily 5pm-1am. 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

Mokihi Japanese cocktail bar oﬀers some of the best drinks around. Daily 6pm-3am. 3/F, C12 Haoyun Jie, Chaoyang District. (5867 0244) 朝阳区好运街C12商铺3层

My Life Unit 27, Bldg C, The Oﬃce Park, 10 Jintong Xilu (east of The Place), Chaoyang District. (8590 6488) 朝阳区金桐西路10号远洋光

MARCH 2011

伍, 1) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里对面; 2) 东城区南锣鼓巷66号

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

朝阳区三里屯北街7号3.3购物中心后

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

(工人体育场西门对面)

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

Nearby the Tree Sister venue of The Tree has a good selection of Belgian beers. 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)

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

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

Beijing Okhotsk Beer Microbrewery with four types of beer on tap, as well as decent pizzas. All you can drink for RMB 50 on Tuesdays. Daily 11.30am-12.30am. 7 Shangye Jie, Phoenix City, 5 Shuguang Xili, Chaoyang District. (5866 8552) 北京欧可啤酒, 朝阳区曙光西里甲5号凤凰城凤凰新天商业街7号

Paddy O’Shea’s The best Guinness in town at Beijing’s ﬁrst genuine Irish pub. 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 Vino Oenophiles recommend this siheyuan wine bar. Daily 11am-10pm. 5 Dongsi Shiyitiao, Dongcheng District. (6405 4855) www.palettewines.cn 派乐坊, 东城区东四十一条5号

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

The Pavillion Relaxed, high-end bar for the sports and late-night crowds, featuring live music Mon-Sat from tight house band Solidaz. Also features one of Beijing's outstanding terraces. Daily 10am-late. Gongti Xilu (opposite west gate of Workers' Stadium), Chaoyang District. (6507 2617) 朝阳区工体西路

大街21号北京国际俱乐部饭店1层

Scarlet Blue Restaurant & Disco Oﬀers a mixture of Western-style cuisines and Asian dishes. Unit 15-1, Bldg 17, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 1909, scarlet.blue.beijing@gmail.com) www. scarletblue.cn 兰佳人, 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝

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

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

(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

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

Pure Girl No. 1 Cheapest drinks in Tongli Studio. Daily 6pm-4am. 3/F, Tongli Studio (below Kokomo), Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District (6415 7166) 朝阳区三里屯北路同里3层 Purple Haze Courtyard See Dining Directory under “Thai.“ Pyro Pizza See Dining Directory under “Pizza.“ Q Bar Quality tunes and top-notch cocktails. 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

R Lounge This huge hotel bar is perfect for hosting an event. 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

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

Renaissance Beijing Five-star hotel. 61 Daongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5863 8223) 朝阳区东三环中路61号北京富力万丽酒店

色港湾17号楼15-1

工体西路甲7号北京极栈内

Shooters Closes this month. Sun-Thu 6pm2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-4am. Bldg 40, 5 Sanlitun Houjie (opposite Fish Nation), Chaoyang District. (6416 3726) 朝阳区三里屯后街5号40号楼鱼邦对面

Siif The basement looks like a broke frathouse dance ﬂoor, the ground level is a bar, and the upstairs is a chill-out area with a balcony. Come here to hide. Daily 1pm-2am. 67 Beiluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (6406 9496) 如果, 东城区鼓楼东大街北锣鼓巷67号 The Smuggler’s Daily 8pm-late. 43Sanlitun Beijie (opposite Kai), Chaoyang District (138 0107 1230) 朝阳区三里屯后街43号开吧对面 The Stumble Inn Daily 10am-2am. S3-31, 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 7794) www.stumbleinnbeijing.com 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯 Village南区3号楼3层S3-31

Surprise Around 150 diﬀerent cocktails, with sushi also on the menu. First beer is on the house. Daily happy hour 6-9pm throughout the month features half-price cocktails. Rm 3912, Bldg A, Soho New Town, 88 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8580 3169) 二马酒食, 朝阳区建国路88号Soho现代城A座3912室

Tango Karaoke at both locations, with a nightclub and concert/party space 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. 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)

DIRECTORY / NIGHTLIFE–STYLE Terra See Dining Directory. 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, open space with ﬁlm screenings and 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

Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 1910, bjwinegallery@asc-wines.com) 朝阳区三里屯路 11号院三里屯北区N3-17/28

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

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) 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

BODY ART Creation Tattoo Oﬀers tattooing, body piercing, microdermal treatments and tattoo removal. Daily 11am-8pm. Rm 4309, 3/F, Bldg 4, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 1886, contact@tianxiciqing.com) www.tianxiciqing. com 天喜青, 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho4号楼3层4309号

CLOTHING Balenciaga Daily 10am-10pm. N2-10, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯路11号Village北区N2-10单 Balmain Daily 10am-8pm. N2-17, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯路11号Village北区N2-17单

bread n butter Sells classic girly clothing for the misses and juniors. Daily 10am-10pm. Unit 13-15, Bldg 6, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区工体北路

Touch A cutting-edge lounge with 88 kinds of vodka, and a wide selection of vodka-infused cocktails. Tue-Thu 9pm-1am, Fri-Sat 9pm-2am. 2/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8112)

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三里屯The Village南区6号楼13-15号

Yishu 8 CBD-area “creative“ district hosts occasional events. Daily 11.30am-6pm. Cable 8, 8 Langjiayuan, Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6581 9058) www.yishu-8.com 艺术8, 朝阳区

朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

建国路郎家园8号尚8创意产业园

BNC Media mogul and would-be Chinese Oprah's latest vanity project: a boutique selling exclusively local designers. Daily 10am-10pm. NLG-09a, Sanlitun Village North, Chaoyang District. (6416 9045) 薄荷糯米葱, 朝阳区三里屯

The Tree This long-running Beijing pub 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

Yue Restaurant & Bar Underground twoﬂoor palace serves food and hosts regular parties. Daily 10am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. 1-7 Lucky Street, 1 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0285) 悦悦餐厅酒吧, 朝阳区朝阳

树, 朝阳区三里屯北街以西100米Poachers后面三里屯医院旁

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 Tushuguan 98 Cheap drinks and live music. Thu-Mon 9am-2am. 53 Gulou Xidajie, Dongcheng District. (8400 1532) 东城区鼓楼西大街53号

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

The V Vampire-themed bar. Mon-Fri 3-11pm, Sat-Sun noon-11pm. 42 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District. (6403 7252) 东城区五道营胡同42号

V.A. 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

Vampire in Beijing Sugar-ﬁlled juice paraded as “blood“ drinks. Gulou Dongdajie (next to MAO Livehouse), Dongcheng District. (no tel) 东城区鼓楼东大街

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. 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

What Bar Tiny bar hosting local rock bands. 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)

The Wine Gallery Run by wine importer ASC, this three-story space includes a lounge, terrace, private VIP rooms and an educational section. There are regular classes and tastings. N3-17/28, Sanlitun Village North, 11

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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) 愚公移山, 东城区平安大道张自忠路3-2号(地铁五号线张自忠路站往西100米)

Zeta Bar Boasts style, chrome cages that house the extensive wine collection hang from the high ceiling. Mon-Thu 6pm-2am, FriSun 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 Brand Nü Beijing’s ﬁrst charity store. Tue-Sun, 10am-10pm, closed Mon. 61 Wudaoying Hutong (just west of Vineyard Cafe), Dongcheng District. (150 1115 3421) Brand 女, 东城区东城区五道营胡同61号

UCCA Store Limited edition original design products, merchandise and art books. Tue-Sun 10am-7pm. 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

BEAUTY & HEALTH PRODUCTS Elite Nutrition Center Exclusive retailer for hundreds of imported health goods. 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

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Burberry 1) Unit 1801, 18/F, Bldg 1, Sparkle Roll Plaza, 81 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District.; 2) Store A305, 1/F, Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8515 2278) 博柏利, 1) 朝阳区建国路81号华贸中心 1号写字楼18层1801; 2) 东城区东长安街1号东方新天地1层A305

candy & caviar Beijing-based designer from California. 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 Celine Daily 9.30am-10pm. L102, 1/F China World Shopping Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 4147) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸商城1楼L102

H&M Daily 10am-10pm. 1) Xidan Joy City, 131 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6706 0508); 2) Raﬄes City, 1 Dongzhimen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (8409 4199) 1) 西城区西单北大街131号西单大悦城; 2) 东城区东直门南大街1号来福士广场

Lane Crawford Luxury brand department store from Hong Kong. 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 The best of Beijing’s vintage. 1) Daily 11.30am-9pm. Unit 108, 1/F, 2B Sanlitun Soho, Chaoyang District. (5935 9673); 2) Daily 11am-10pm. 423 Dongsi Beidajie, Dongcheng District. (6404 6418); 3) Daily 10.30am-10pm. Rm 104, Villa 5, Jianwai Soho, Chaoyang District. (5900 2568) 1) 朝阳区三里屯 Soho2号商场B座1层108号; 2) 东城区东四北大街423号; 3) 朝阳区建外Soho5号别墅104室

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Pull and Bear Daily 10am-10pm. 1) SM1/16, Solana Mall, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6940); 2) 137A-137B, U-town Lifestyle Center, Sanfeng Bell, Chaoyang District. (5977 5650) 1) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾SM1/16; 2) 朝阳区朝阳区三丰北里悠唐生活广场137A-137B

Sonia by Sonia Rykiel B1/F, NLG-26, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯路11号Village北区地下 1层NLG-26

Stradivarius Zara’s more youthful sister brand. 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

Triple-Major Concept store renowned for exclusively stocking a number of experimental, avant-garde designers. Tue-Sun 1-8pm. 81 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District. (840 20763) 东城区宝钞胡同81号 Uniqlo Aﬀordable basics galore. 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 Most successful fast-fashion chain store in the world. 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 Casa Pagoda Belgian-run furniture designers combine classic European ﬂair with Asian inﬂuences to create high-quality furniture. The owners promote environmentally and socially conscious policies. Wholesale rates and worldwide shipping services available. Also has stores in Shanghai, Bangkok and Moscow. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 11am-8pm. 6 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6591 3491, beijing@casapagoda.com) www.casapagoda. com 朝阳区三里屯南路6号 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

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Louis Vuitton Daily 10am-9pm. L201, 1/F, China World Shopping Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 6213) www. louisvuitton.com 路易.威登, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸商城1层L201

欧美汇购物中心3层(地铁4号线和10号线海淀黄庄站直达)

城地下1层EB104; 2) 东城区东长安街东方新天地地下1层BB53

店, 1) 朝阳区东大桥路8号Soho尚都北塔A座 1层2152; 2) 顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆广场地下1层09A

Plastered T-shirts Its funky T-shirts and accessories draw from the diversity and beauty of everyday Beijing life. Daily 10am-10pm. 61 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (134 8884 8855) www.plasteredtshirts.com 东城区

LMC Local fashion brand designed by three Hong Kong women with splendid taste. Daily 11am-10pm. 2/F, Shop 2, Hairun International Apartment, 2A Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5135 7184) 朝阳区将台路2号海润国际公寓商

Shangrila Farms Sustainable items made in Yunnan, including organic coﬀee, honey and botanical beauty products. Daily 10am10pm. 1/F, EC Mall, Bldg 1 (east entrance), 1 Danlingjie, Zhongguancun, Haidian District. (8454 9514, info@shangrilafarms.com) www. shangrilafarms.com 海淀区中关村丹棱街1号

World Health Store 1) Mon-Fri 10.30am8pm, Sat-Sun 10am-7.30pm. Rm 2152, 1/F, Section A, North Tower, Soho Shangdu, 8 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5900 2209, info@worldhealthstore.com.cn); 2) Mon-Thu 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10.30am.8.30pm, Sun 10.30am-8pm. R09A, B1/F, Euro Plaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 2524, info@worldhealthstore.com.cn) www.worldhealthstore.com.cn 世界健康品

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Mango 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

Massimo Dutti Daily 10am-10pm. BS-33 & BS-31, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuanlu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6920) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾BS-33,BS-31

Mega Mega Vintage A popular vintage store for in-the-know hipsters. 241 Guloudong Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8404 5637) 东城区鼓楼东大街241号

NLGX Design Store Beijing-based independent apparel brand and design community. Sun-Thu 9.30am-10pm, FriSat 11am-midnight. 33 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (6404 8088) www.nlgx.

IQ Air IQ Air has been providing air-cleaning solutions for more than 45 years. 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)

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DIRECTORY / STYLE in style among rose-scented water features, soft music and helpful, friendly staﬀ. Healthy fruit juices and snacks included. 1) Daily 11am12.30am. 2/F, Block 9, Lido Place, 2A Fangyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6437 6299); 2) Daily 11am-12.30am. 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,

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Lily’s Antiques Furniture The most famous furniture dealer in Beijing, renowned for its authentic antiques and reproductions. 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 Find all kinds of hardanodized, bottoms, stainless steel clad, nonstick cookware, tools and gadgets made by world-renowned brands. 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

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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. 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

贸购物中心地下1层B125单元

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

The New Cottage Shop A furniture shop that specializes in Asian and European-style antiques. 4 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District.

db tanning Daily, 11am-9pm. Rm 307, Bldg 4, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu,, Chaoyang District. (5900 0427) db 日晒沙龙,

(8561 1517) 朝阳区工体路4号院内

朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho4号楼307商铺

SPAS & MASSAGE 99 Massage and Spa Center Daily 11ammidnight. 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 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

Dragonﬂy Therapeutic Retreat International spa brand with an exhaustive menu of spa packages. 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 International hairstyling service. Daily 10am-8pm. 1) 43 Sanlitun Houjie, 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

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 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. Mon-Sat 10am8pm. 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 Just like its original Gongti branch, but more private. 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, as well as complimentary food and snacks cooked up by their Thai chef. Daily 11am-12.30am. 17 Gongti Beilu,

MARCH 2011

essensuals Sister brand to Toni & Guy. 1) Daily 10am-10pm. Rm. 105-106, 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

Franck Provost World-famous hair salon with highly trained stylists and colorists. Daily 10am-10pm. Shop D2001-1, 2/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 7696/7669) 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地二层 D2001-1店铺

Frost Day Spa and Wellness Center 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 Healing Touch Massage Center 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

Heavenly Spa by Westin Daily 9am-10pm. 1) The Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888); 2) Daily 9am-10pm. The Westin Beijing Financial Street, 9B Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6629 7878) 威斯汀天梦水疗中心, 1) 朝阳区朝阳区东三环北路 7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店; 2) 西城区西城区威斯汀大酒店金融街9B

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 南区9号楼 S9-30

I Spa 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 noon11pm. 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

I-Spa 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 Daily 11am-11pm. 5/F, Soﬁtel Beijing, Bldg C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 6666) 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场C座索菲特酒店5层

Long Island Massage & Spa Chinese and Thai-style massage and reﬂexology. 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

The Meridian Traditional Chinese medicine spa treatments. Daily 10am-11pm. 9-10-A, Si’de Park, Fangyuan Xilu, Dongsihuan, Chaoyang District. (8456 7010) 朝阳区东四环芳园西路四得公园9-10-A

Nan Nan Nail & Hair Salon Hairdressers from Hong Kong, plus 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, 朝阳区将台路2号海润国际公寓4A/5A

Oriental Taipan Massage and Spa Relax

1) 朝阳区芳园西路甲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 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 Daily 3pm-midnight. 7 Jianguomen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (5811 8187) 东城区建国门南大街7号

Salon 88 An international chain of hair salons oﬀering consistent quality at economical prices. 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 Nine treatment suites, including 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. 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

Tai Dian Massage Salon Japanese brand with 25 years of expertise. 1) Daily 10am-2am. Rm 305, Bldg 6, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 8200, 5869 0707) ; 2) Daily 10am-2am. Bldg 4, Area 2, Shuanghuayuan Nanli (100m west of Melody KTV), Chaoyang District. (8751 6223) 1)泰殿养生会馆, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho6号楼 305室 2) 朝阳区双花园南里三区四号楼 (双井麦乐迪向西一百米华夏银行北侧)

TATA Swanky salon in Gongti. Daily 10am10pm. Workers’ Stadium North Gate, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8511 3880) 朝阳区工体北路工人体育场北门

Toni & Guy British international hair salon chain. 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 10am9pm. 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,

DIRECTORY / A&C–SPORTS 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

路1号, 万国城北区（二环路东北角）

csibally.com 中体倍力, 1) 朝阳区望京利泽西

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3区210号楼; 2) 海淀区科学院南路2号融科资讯中心C座B101; 3) 朝阳区光华东路2号阳光 100公寓D座会所; 4) 东城区建国门内大街7号长安大戏院B1

南路甲1号

THEATERS Beijing Concert Hall 1 Beixinhuajie, Xicheng District. (6605 7006/5812) 北京音乐厅, 西城区北新华街1号

TAILORS Carol & Luc Tailor chain specializing in Western-style clothing. Daily 9am-9pm. Unit 5-12, 1/F, Bldg 5, Jianguomenwai, Diplomatic Residence Compound, Chaoyang District. (8532 3817; 138 1005 1411, cltailors@gmail.com) www.thebeijingtailor.com/english/top.html 朝阳区建国门外5楼1层5-12号

TECHNOLOGY Apple Flagship Store 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 Daily 10am-10pm. L330, 3/F, South Bldg, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 1350) 索尼探梦, 朝阳

Chaoyang Culture Center/TNT Theater Corner of Jintai Xilu and Chaoyangmenwai Dajie (east of Jingguang Qiao), Chaoyang District. (8599 6011) www.cyqwhg.com 朝阳文化馆, 朝阳区朝阳门外大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, 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

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

区光华路9号世贸商业中心南街3层L330号

SPORTS

ARTS & CULTURE GALLERIES Alexander Ochs Galleries Beijing 255 Caochangdi, Jichang Fulu, Chaoyang District. (8456 2054, info@alexanderochs-galleries.de) www.alexanderochs-galleries.com 朝阳区机场辅路草场地255号

Beijing Center for the Arts Daily 10am10pm. 23, Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6559 8008) 天安时间当代艺术中心, 东城区前门东大街23号

Galerie Paris-Beijing Mon-Sun 11am-7pm. 798 Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (5978 9262, galerieparisbeijing@gmail.com) 巴黎*北京画廊, 朝阳区朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区

Galerie Urs Meile, Lucerne-Beijing TueSun 11am-6.30pm. 104 Caochangdi Village, Cuigezhuang, Chaoyang District. (6433 3393, fax 6433 0203) www.galerieursmeile.com 麦勒画廊, 朝阳区草场地村104号

Pace Beijing Tue-Sun 11am-7pm. 2 Jiuxianqiao Road, 798 art district, Chaoyang District (5978 9781) www.pacebeijing.com 朝阳区酒仙桥路2号大山子艺术区

Pékin Fine Arts Wed-Sun 10am-6pm. 241,Caochangdi, Cuigezhuang,, Chaoyang District. (5127 3220) www.pekinﬁnearts.com 艺门画廊, 朝阳区崔各庄乡草场地村241号

Red Gate Gallery Daily 9am-5pm. 1/F & 4/F, Dongbianmen Watchtower, Chongwenmen Dongdajie, Chongwen District. (6525 1005) www.redgategallery.com 红门画廊, 崇文区崇文门东大街东便门角楼楼上

MUSEUMS 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

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

DANCING Beijing Tango (130 2195 8870, beijingtango@hotmail.com) http://groups. yahoo.com/group/TangoRen

Huaibei International Ski Resort Daily 8am-9.30pm. 548 Hefangkou Cun, Huaibei Zhen, Huairou District. (8969 6677) www. hbski.net 怀北国际滑雪场, 怀柔区怀北镇河防

中心酒店

口村548号

Solaris Tanning Studio Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun noon-8pm. Sanlitun Lu, Nali Mall (next to Alameda), Chaoyang District. (6417 0398) 日光

Jundushan Ski Resort Daily 8am-10pm. 588 Zhenshun Cun, Cuicun Zhen (5 km north of the Xiaotangshan Hot Spring Holiday Village), Changping District. (6072 5888, bjskiweb@yahoo.cn) www.bjski.com.cn 军都山

浴, 朝阳区三里屯北路那里商场(ALAMEDA旁边)

World Health Store 1) Mon-Fri 10.30am8pm, Sat-Sun 10am-7.30pm. Rm 2152, 1/F, 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

崇文区崇文门外大街7号崇文区文化馆10层

Dandelion Hiking (131 2478 8581) www. chinahiking.cn 蒲公英远足

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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

Women's Football Contact Wenhui (8526 2420 ext 111, wf7788@yahoo.com.cn)

GYMS & FITNESS CENTERS China World Fitness Center Daily 6am11pm. 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 33) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号 CSI Bally Total Fitness 1) Daily 7am10.30pm. Bldg 210, Lize Xiyuan, Wangjing, Chaoyang District.; 2) Daily 7am-10.30pm. B101, Raycom Infotech Park, 2 Kexueyuan Nanlu, Haidian District. (8286 1881); 3) Bldg D, Sunshine 100, 2 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6585 9991); 4) Daily 7am-10.30pm. B1/F, Guanghua Chang’an Bldg, 7 Jianguomennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6518 1666) www.

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Kerry Sports Daily 6am-11pm. Kerry Centre Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833 ext 6465, kerrysportscentre@sha ngri-la.com) 嘉里健身, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里

Golden International Dance 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, 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

Hebei Saibei Ski Resort Daily 8am9pm. North of Xiqueliang, Chongli County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei province. (0313 477 2012, 477 2053) 河北塞北滑雪场, 河北省张家口

MOTORSPORTS 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. Mon-Fri 1pm-1am, Sat-Sun 11am-1am. 1 Siyuan Qiao, 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 Badaling Ski Resort Daily 8.30am-6.30pm. Badaling Town, Yanqing County. (6501 0335, 136 9915 8647) 八达岭滑雪场, 延庆县八达岭镇 Croakies Daily 9am-8.30pm. 5, 149 Beitucheng Xilu, Haidian District. (8202 3765, bjkns@bj-kns.com) www.bj-kns.com 喀纳斯体育有限公司, 海淀区北土城西路甲149号(牡丹园环岛西100米)

Cuiyunshan Ski Resort Daily 9am-9.30pm. Chongli County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei province, Chongli County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei province. (6400 9569) www.bjdeming. com 翠云山滑雪场, 河北省张家口市崇礼县河北省张家口市崇礼县

Duolemeiti Ski Resort Xiqueliang, Sitaizui Village, Chongli County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei province. (0313 461 2381) www.dolomitiski.cn 多乐美地度假山庄, 河北省张家口市崇礼

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Lianhua Shan Ski Resort Daily 8am-6pm, 5pm-10pm. 288 Liangshan Donglu, Zhang Zhen, Shunyi District. (8239 7840/ 8239 7841/ 8239 7431) www.bjlhski.com 莲花山滑雪场, 顺义区张镇良山东路288号

Longfeng Shan Ski Resort Daily 8am-10pm. Wanfotang Cun, Yongding Zhen, Mentougou District. (6980 4549/1740) 龙凤山滑雪场, 门头沟区永定镇万佛堂村

Nanshan Ski Village Daily 8.30am-5.30pm. Shengshuitou Cun, Henanzhai Town, Miyun County. (8909 1909) www.nanshanski.com 北京南山滑雪滑水度假村有限公司, 密云县河南寨镇圣水头村

NIKE 6.0 Nanshan Park Nanshan Ski Village, Shengshuitou Village, Henanzhai Town, Miyun County. www.mellowparks.cn, www. nanshanski.com 密云县河南寨圣水头村 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家森林公园内6号

Shijinglong Ski Resort Daily 8am-5pm. Zhongyangfang, Zhangshanying Zhen, Yanqing County. (6919 1614/15/17) www.sjlski.com 石京龙滑雪场, 延庆县张山营镇中羊坊

Snow Favor Daily 9am-8pm. 3/F, Bldg 1, Dadushi Shangyejie, Ciqikou, Chongwen District. (6707 1085) www.snowfavor.com 雪上飞专卖店, 崇文区磁器口大都市商业街1号楼3层

Snow World Ski Park Daily 8.30am-5pm. Xiaogongmen, Shisanling, Changping District. (8976 1886/ 1899) 雪世界滑雪场, 昌平区十三陵小宫门

Wanlong Ski Resort Daily 8.30am-4.30pm. Honghualiang, Chongli County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei province. (0313 478 5111/8888) 万龙滑雪场, 河北省张家口市崇礼县红花梁

Yunfoshan Ski Resort Daily 8.30am-5pm. Xiwengzhuang Zhen, Miyun County. (6901 6896) www.yunfoshan.com 云佛山滑雪场, 密云县溪翁庄镇

Yuyang Ski Resort 8.30am-10pm. East of Dawangwu Cun, Donggao Cunzhen, Pinggu District. (5869 3355) www.yuyangski.com.cn 渔阳滑雪, 平谷区东高村镇大旺务村东侧

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

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DIRECTORY / LIVING LIVING COMMUNITY GROUPS Black Sesame Kitchen Food writer Jen-Lin Liu’s cooking school, where students can “cook, socialize, dine and wine.” 3 Heizhima Hutong, Dongcheng District. (136 9147 4408, blacksesamekitchen@gmail.com) www. blacksesamekitchen.com 东城区东城区黑芝麻胡同3号

The Capital Club Private club for the senior business community. 50/F, Capital Mansion, 6 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8486 2225 ext 260, member@thecapitalclub.com) www.thecapitalclub.com 朝阳区新源南路6号京城大厦50层

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 A fun environment for locals and expats alike to interact. 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 French Cultural Centre A public library, reading club, movie theater and cafe, which also oﬀers French language classes. Library membership (RMB 200/year) gives you unlimited access to over 20,000 French books, CDs and DVDs. 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

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）

International Newcomers’ Network Function Rm, 3/F, Athletic Center, Capital Mansion, 6 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8486 2225 ext 110, innbeijing@hotmail.com) www. innbeijing.org 朝阳区新源南路6号京城大厦康乐中心3层

The Yin Yang Community Center Nonproﬁt dedicated to physical and spiritual rejuvenation through classes, therapy, support groups and healing. 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 Beijing BISS International School Bldg 17, Area 4, Anzhen Xili (just oﬀ Beisanhuan), Chaoyang District. (6443 3151, admissions@biss.com.cn) www.biss.com.cn 北京BISS国际学校, 朝阳区安贞西里四区17号楼

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

ing 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 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 Intech Eye Hospital Fifteen years of eye care experience, including emergency treatment, telephone consultations, laser vision corrective surgery and preventative care. On-site shop sells frames and lenses. The VIP clinic has English-speaking staﬀ, many of whom trained overseas. Oﬀers direct billing to many international insurance companies. Daily 8.30am-4.30pm. 1/F, 4-5/F, Panjiayuan Plaza, 12 Panjiayuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (6771 5558, customerservice@intecheye.com) www.intecheye.com 英智眼科医院, 朝阳区潘家园南里12号潘家园大厦1层,4-5层

Beijing International SOS Clinic Medical services for the whole family. Daily 24hrs. Suite 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (6462 9112, 24hr: 6462 9100, china.inquiries@internationalsos.com) www.internationalsos.com 北京国际救援中心, 朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心一座105室

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

Beijing Tiantan Puhua International 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, onsite imaging, and laboratory and pharmacy services. 8.30am-5.30pm. 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, 北京天坛普华体检中心, 崇文区天坛南里12号

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

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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

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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

Best Vision Taiwanese run eye clinic and optometrist that specializes in treating myopias and boasts cutting edge laser surgery. Mon-Sat 9am-10pm, Sun 9am-5pm. 8/F, Blue Castle International Center Bldg 2, Xidawang Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 9110, 133 7015 7172) 好好眼科, 朝阳区朝阳区西大望路蓝堡国际中心2座8层

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）

Capital City Dermatology Hospital A large dermatology hospital that specializes in diagnosing and treating various skin ailments, from acne to STDs. Daily 8am-8pm. 4 Shuangquanpu, Deshengmenwai, Chaoyang District. (400 6500 877 (free), 6488 8999) 北京京城皮肤病医院, 朝阳区德胜门外双泉堡甲4号

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 北京西美斯医疗美容诊所, 东城区东城区长安街10号长安俱乐部7层

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 北医三院上地门诊部医学美容中心, 海淀区上地信息路 38号上地数码大厦B座

Hong Kong International Medical Clinic, 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, 东城区朝阳门北大街2号港澳中心瑞士酒店办公楼9层

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)

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

Vista Medical Center Medical services including family and internal medicine, OB/GYN, pediatrics, dentistry, ophthalmology, dermatology, ENT, TCM, physiotherapy, psychiatry, imaging laboratory and pharmacy service. Also oﬀers pre- and postnatal care and infant health check-ups. English-speaking staﬀ onsite 24hrs a day. A consultation with a GP costs RMB 660. Direct billing with more than 40 international insurance providers. 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

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

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 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,

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DIRECTORY / LIVING–EXPLORE 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 50号燕莎中心写字楼1层S106

The Wellness Centre Professionally qualiﬁed and registered psychologist oﬀers consultation, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups. Extensive experience working with small children. Text Rina at 150 1008 0947 or e-mail rina290@gmail.com.

PET CARE/ANIMAL WELFARE 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

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

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(shares a courtyard with China Culture Center), Chaoyang District. (8456 1939/40/41, ICVS_CHINA@yahoo.com) www.ICVSASIA.com

16/F, Bldg 1, Kuntai International Mansion, 12A Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 880 8222) www.klm.com 荷兰皇家航

3388, ﬁt@kingdomtravel.com.cn) www. kingdomtravel.com.cn 中侨国旅, 朝阳区光华

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

空, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街乙12号昆泰国际大厦 1609-1610

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 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

Korean Air 901-3, Hyundai Motor Towers, 38 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8453 8137, 40065 88888) www.koreanair.com.cn 朝阳区霄

Koryo Tours and Gallery The leaders in travel to the DPRK (North Korea), Koryo organize group tours and independent travel. Also oﬀer trips to Turkmenistan and Russia. 27 Beisanlitun Nan (compound to west side of Yashow Market), Chaoyang District. (6416 7544, info@koryogroup.com) www. koryogroup.com, www.koryostudio.com 朝阳

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

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 CAI Empowers the children of migrant laborers through creative arts education and team sports. (8454 9633, info@cai-china.org) www. cai-china.org 儿童才艺行动 Care for Children SEN School A small, focused charity that helps place orphans in loving homes in China. The Centre, Beijing Riviera, 1 Xiangjiang Beilu, Jingshun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8470 2735, meryl@careforchildren. com.cn) www.careforchildren.com 朝阳区京顺路香江北路1号香江花园英国关爱儿童

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

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

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

15 years of eyecare experience, including emergency treatment and vision corrective laser surgery. English-speaking staff. (6773 2700)

Asiana Airlines 12/F, Tower A, Gateway Plaza, 18 Xiaguangli, Dongsanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (400 650 8000) www.ﬂyasiana.com

BEIJING HUADE EYE HOSPITAL

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

Offers full range of ophthalmology at far cheaper rates, but Englishspeaking doctors are limited in numbers. (6502 5061)

BEIJING UNITED FAMILY HOSPITAL

On the pricier side, but the eyecare doctors and services are top-notch. (5927 7000)

BEST VISION

Taiwanese-run eye clinic and optometrist that specializes in treating myopias and boasts cutting-edge laser surgery. (8599 9110, 133 7015 7172)

JAMES CHARLES OPTOMETRIST

The first expat optometrist to be registered in China. Internationalstandard optometry services for all. (6410 5850, 139 1080 0717)

云路38号现代汽车大厦901-3号

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

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

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

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

Country Holidays Travel English-speaking tour consultants specializing in travel around China and to other parts of Asia. Mon-Fri 9.30am-6.30pm, Sat 9.30am-1pm. Rm 2804, Bldg 11, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 1781/82, 5869 1769, beijing@countryholidays.com.cn) www.countryholidays.com.cn 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho11号楼2804

Global Easy Tour A professional and reliable travel agency with a team of experienced travel professionals. Oﬀers travel and ticketing consultation services, tailored tour packages, leisure trips, cruise bookings, special ticketing, hotel deals, and more. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 10am-4pm. A611, Freetown Center, 58, Dongsanhuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (5867 2900/1/2/3, 135 0115 6019, travel@globaleasytour.com) www.globaleasytour.com 和平国旅, 朝阳区东三环南路58号富顿中心A座611室

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

路22号光华路SOHO 2号楼718室

区北三里屯南27号(雅秀市场西侧小区内)

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

Ninety Percent Travel Tours in and around Beijing from a group who strive to take you under the skin of Chinese culture. (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel.com) www.90percenttravel.com Shangrila Adventure Travel to Yunnan, Sichuan, Tibet and Xinjiang. (158 2802 9486, ask@shangrila-adventure.com) www. shangrila-adventure.com 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)

Travel-Stone A travel agency catering specifically for foreigners, they offer services in English, Chinese and French. TravelStone organize everything from flights & hotels to tailored packages and large group trips. 1) Daily 9am-7pm. Rm 2001, Tower A, Chaowaimen Xiezi Zhongxin, 26 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8565 8008, booking@travel-stone.com); 2) Inside April Gourmet, 55 Xinfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (booking@travel-stone. com) www.travel-stone.com 1) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街26号朝外门写字中心A座2001室; 2) 朝阳区幸福村中路55号杰座大厦底楼对面 (绿叶子食品店)

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

韩亚航空, 朝阳区东三环路霞光里18号佳程广场A座12层

子座大厦东塔28楼

Continental Airlines Rm 1708, Richen International Center, 13 Nongzhanguan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8527 6696) www.continental.com 美国大陆航空, 朝阳区农展馆南路13号瑞辰国际中心1708室

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号国贸大厦2座203室

Finnair Rm 204, Scitech Hotel, 22 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6512 7180, fax 6512 7182) www.ﬁnnair.com Hainan Airlines 3/F, Grand China Air Plaza, 2B Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (950718) www.hnair.com 海南航空, 朝阳区东三环北路乙2号大新华航空大厦3层

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Rm 1609-1610,

MARCH 2011

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Courtyard For Lease: Houhai 4 Br. 420m², Lake Side, ¥75,000 Dongsi 4 Br. 300m², ¥44,000 Sublet.CN FULL SERVICE: 24H Hotline: 008610-6493-8285, 6491-2993 Email: subletcn@gmail.com Website: http://www.sublet.cn Good View Property is an international real estate consultancy and investment advisory company. Consultants specialize in the leasing and purchasing of residential, retail and office properties in Beijing to provide clients with one-stop individualized solutions to their real estate needs. Please visit us at www.goodviewpro.com, call our hotline direct at 01065616166/13810684468 or email us at info@goodviewpro.com for a free consultation. SERVICE - AGENTS: REAL ESTATE see more at www.thebeijinger.com Noble Real Estate, a holding company of Xinghua Construction Group, is a well respected agency providing professional and outstanding real estate consulting service, including home search, office, shop lease, property selling. Contact: 63240511 13261281578 Email: bjrent@126.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. ROOM120606 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

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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 SERVICES - BUSINESS CENTER see more at www.thebeijinger.com 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 SERVICES - AIR PURIFIERS see more at www.thebeijinger.com 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 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

Beijing Ex-PATS Service Healthy, reliable, experienced, English-speaking housemaid / nanny. Free agency and 24- hour English service. Medical and Accident insurance covered. EXPATS Life Group also serves with Mandarin, car leasing, Visa, English-speaking driver, driving license, vehicle registration. Tel: 64381634, 13501237792 ada. han@expatslife.com www.expatslife.com Beijing Sunnyhome Housekeeping Service Co., Ltd Services: Cleaning, Ironing, Cooking, Baby-care. Etc. Tel: 010-87863691 www. bjayiservice.com, E-mail:home@bjayiservice. com Add: Room3022 ShiYi Hotel No.1 JiuXianQiao Lu Chaoyang District Beijing

CLASSIFIEDS 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 / 131 4104 2715. 24 Hours. Email: chinaayi@yahoo.cn; www.chinaayi.com Beijing Ayi Service Company provides the experience and professional ayies (Nanny), driver and western cooking chef for foreigner families. And teach ayies western cooking etc. contact on: 60409096, 13641137690 (24 hours), email: service@beijingayiservice.com website: www.beijingayiservice.com SERVICES - CARPETS see more at www.thebeijinger.com 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. SERVICES - DECORATION/DESIGN see more at www.thebeijinger.com 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 vto 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

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

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SERVICES - GENERAL see more at www.thebeijinger.com Beijing TOP-A Vehicle Service Co., Ltd Beijing TOP-A Vehicle Service provides: *English-speaking driver *Long-short term leasing *Airport-Pick up/Drop oﬀ *Sedan, Van and Bus We, EX-PATS Life Group, also serves with Mandarin, housemaid, Visa, driver, driving license, vehicle registration service Tel: 64381634, 13501237792 ada. han@expatslife.com www.expatslife.com

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: 400-004-1199, 13810156525(24 hours) Email: fccars@live.cn Web: www.fccars.cn

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 SERVICES - RELOCATION FIRMS see more at www.thebeijinger.com

QUICK SALE Corporate Golf Membership - HUATANG INTERNATIONAL GOLF CLUB RMB 300,000 (IF DIRECT FROM HUATANG IS RMB 408,000) SELLER PAYS TRANSFER FEE CONTACT DETAILS: IAN WEDDING EMAILweddingian@gmail.com PHONE +62 816954106 (Indonesia) International Beijing Roundtrip ﬂight promotion Beijing-Ho Chi Minh from RMB2200 Beijing-Bangkok/Kuala Lumpur from RMB2100 Beijing-Singapore from RMB2400 Beijing-Dubai/Jakarta/Yangon from RMB3000 Beijing-Manila from RMB2000 Beijing-Vancouver from RMB3500 More Destinations and Domestic tickets on sale!! Note: Taxes excluded. Get a quote and more details please contact us. Tel: 010-51656625 MSN:uiutravel23@hotmail.com E-mail:uiutravel@163.com Web: http://www.cathaytrip.cn/

SERVICES - BUSINESS 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

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 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! 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 1979, 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

Welcome joint the expatcar motor club membership We buy your car Help you sell out your car Car license plate draw lottery registration New car sales Used car sales Mechanical ﬁrst aid Change of ﬂat tire Battery boost Towing & extrication service Long –short term leasing Contact: service@expatcar.com Tel: 81523060 AAA expatcar www.expatcar.com New car sales Second hand car sales Car license plate draw lottery registration Leasing options Car service Car insurance Contact: sales@expatcar.com Tel: 81523060

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

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 general. pek@asiantigers-china.com Links Relocations has invested and continues to invest in our core business – moving. We have buying power, global contracts, a great business model & above all else a Friendly approach to moving that makes us the Smart choice for our clients. So wherever you are going – Call, Email or Skype. 010 8447 7496 or beijing@linksrelo.com or skypeID links.relocations SILVERWAY RELOCATIONS Door to Door Moving/Packing Materials/Packing Assistance Domestic Trucking/Local Moving/Office Moving/Wooden Crating/ International Freight Forwarding/Pet Handling/Customs Clearance Tel: 010-65485508. Email: beijing@silverway-china.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. SERVICE - PET CARE see more at www.thebeijinger.com 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 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

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CLASSIFIEDS PrimeTrans oﬀers comprehensive translation services that help you overcome your business barriers. Quality, prompt and worryfree! Call George: 010-81732035, 13683581705, primetrans2000@gmail.com 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 - 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 - IT / COMPUTER see more at www.thebeijinger.com

SERVICES - HOME APPLIANCES see more at www.thebeijinger.com 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,Kai xuanlu,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). SERVICES - HOME ACCESSORIES see more at www.thebeijinger.com 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) 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) 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. 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);

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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

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. New group classes start on March 7th &21st, 2011. 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, Chaoyang District (光明饭店 7层0709室) Tel: 84418391/ 186 1173 6419 beijingmandarinschool@yahoo.com.cn www. beijingmandarinschool.com

The Bridge School has a history of 18 years and 4 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, and we are authorized as test centre for HSK and BCT exam. Since March 2010, we have been broadcasting the column “Chinese Studio” in FM91.5 MHz China Radio International. Guangming Hotel: Room0503, 5/F. Tel: 84517605 Fax: 64680287. E-tower: Room903, 9/F.Tel:65064409 Fax: 65046389. Capital Paradise Club: Tel: 80466114 Fax: 80461707. Reviera Plaza: Furniture Building Room 701, Tel: 84308068 Fax: 84703587 E-mail:info@bridgeschoolchina.com www. bridgeschoolchina.com

New Concept Mandarin School The choice of many Embassies and Fortune 500 companies around China. Discover how eﬀective and enjoyable Mandarin language learning can be. Proven Methodology specially developed for Western Expats. Full-time professional trainers. In-house developed training materials including Online Study Tools and DVDs to help you review between classes. Take 1-2 lessons per week, or our intensive classes when you have more time. Private, Small Group and Corporate Training courses can be arranged based on your availability. 20,000 clients have been empowered with Mandarin communication skills through NCM centers all around China. Call us to book a one-hour free demo lesson. www.newconceptmandarin.com

The Pentagram Chinese Language Institute (PCLI) 1. Tailoring made learning plan for VIP. 2. New group class for beginner starts each month. 3. Key account plan for the companies and embassies. 4. Varied cultural activities, convenient traﬃc location and Chinese style classrooms, all this will impress you. 5. Visa service/ free Chinese test and pick-up service Order the courses on www.pentagram-chinese.com will get 5% discount! info@pentagram-chinese.com Tel: +86 10 6500 5755 Room 301, RuiChen International center, No.13, NongZhangGuan South Road, Chaoyang District.

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 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 Cangjie Mandarin School 1. Spoken Chinese, HSK, BCT, YCT, business Chinese, Chinese Character, Pronunciation 2. Learning Chinese on a “Beijing Life Tour” combines the subject of the tour and practical Chinese: every weekend 3. The experiential price for new students: rmb1200/20lessons 4. Group class: 960yuan/month (only 1 person can start) 5. Free Chinese culture class and free pronunciation class Tel: 6591-0933 1324-174-0100 Room 703, Heng’an Building South of the Paciﬁc center (D, Tuanjiehu station, Subway line 10) 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: jason.liu@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 Intensive Chinese course with Gaoli Chinese School Follow our steps, help you realize your purpose! Step1: join in our tailor made class (comprehension +basic HSK prep) (take 4months) Result from step 1: Speak Chinese fluently+ Pass new HSK level 4 Step2: comprehension + HSK prep (take 3 months) Result from step2: Pass new HSK level 5 in both oral and writing tests. Pre university course is available! Please contact us for detailed information of Chinese courses. Address: 2nd floor Block A, Haisheng Group No. 45 Chengfu Rd, Wudaokou Haidian district. Tel: 010-62550017/62635535 Email: gaoli.chinese@gmail.com Web: www.pkcoryo.net

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unisia and Egypt – and before them, Ukraine, in China, shining a light on official corruption and Moldova, and Iran. Arguments still rage other malfeasance, and lending unprecedented over the impact of social media in these potency to the voices of ordinary netizens. While momentous events. Were these “Twitter more formal, institutional channels would be Revolutions,” as many have been eager to proclaim preferable, an officialdom obsessed with online them, made possible by a new form of connectivity? public opinion is at least much more responsive Or should we heed instead the warnings of public than in years past. intellectuals like Malcolm Gladwell, who insists In the last month, right here in China we’ve we’ve put the medium ahead of the message, seen Sina’s popular microblog Weibo put to and dismisses the twittering classes as voyeuristic remarkable use to address a social evil in our midst: cyber cheerleaders with weak ties and shallow the thousands of children who are kidnapped and commitments to the political movements they put to work as beggars by unscrupulous criminals. advocate. Should we read the sober if cynical The activist social-scientist Yu Jianrong launched a Evgeny M orozov, a young Belorussian who campaign asking netizens to photograph beggar challenges social media “slacktivism” and warns children and send their pictures and details – dates that tools like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube are and places – to his Weibo account, where he can as effective in rounding up dissidents as they are upload them to a database for parents to help locate in marshaling them into the streets? their missing children. Already hundreds of thouThere’s been an immoderate rush to chalk these sands are following the account, and pictures are things up to social media, and it’s nothing new. pouring in, with highly publicized reunions already Twitter users were quick taking place. Police all over to proclaim the death of RIGHT HERE IN CHINA WE’VE China are suddenly taking traditional reporting because a new look at this problem, SEEN SINA’S POPULAR p e o p l e c a n t we e t a b o u t and have begun their own events – earthquakes, demMICROBLOG WEIBO PUT TO initiatives using microblogs onstrations – before the wire to reunite families. REMARKABLE USE services can. Twitter triumI t ’s s o m e t h i n g t h a t phalism, whether vis-à-vis Western expatriates can take authoritarian regimes or authoritative old media, part in, too, and actually make a difference. After is foolishly hubristic. And it’s true that social media all, beggar children approach foreigners preferaimed at social good is too often full of empty feelentially. Beijing resident Charlie Custer, a blogger and good gestures. Turning our Twitter avatars green to documentary filmmaker working on a project about show our solidarity with Iranians, or changing them kidnapped children, is using his Twitter account to black to show everyone we’ll be turning our lights @ChinaGeeks as a clearing house for foreigners who out for an hour, is a kind of T-shirt and bumper don’t use Weibo and want to help out with beggarsticker politics with very little real impact. kid pictures. You can also send pictures to Bill That said, it’s also too easy to be dismissive Bishop (@niubi), and they’ll get to Yu Jianrong – and of social media’s power. It goes far beyond the hopefully to their parents. “empowered consumer ” who, with enough What Yu Jianrong and others are doing is not followers on a microblog, is assured of better without controversy. Some prominent bloggers customer service from the banks and airlines who have criticized this online vigilantism as another now routinely monitor chatter out of fear of repuform of the “human flesh search” that has resulted tational damage. The Internet has emerged as a in wrongful persecution at times. But it’s hard to bona fide public sphere in Chinese life, and it’s had fault this initiative when it yields results. It proves a powerful social impact. Online forums, social netthat, used judiciously, social media really can do works, and newer forms of social media have been social good – and that it’s not only about toppling setting the agenda for the national conversation tyrants.

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