the Beijinger April 2013 by The Beijinger Magazine

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the insider's guide to regional chinese cuisine

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The Eat is On

2013/04

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Stat: Just how much food do we throw away? Beijing Folk: Guo Hezhong, male ayi Going Underground: Gongzhufen, Lines 1 and 10 Scene & Heard: Our 2013 Reader Restaurant Awards What’s Happening: Our picks for the month … plus your chance to win great prizes

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COVER FEATURE

出版: 生态经济杂志社社长: 李安泰

A vast cuisine for a vast country ... how to navigate it? We asked the experts and they spilled the beans (or the rice?) with their top recommendations on where to find China’s best dishes in our fair city.

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What’s New: Yoshimura-ya, Velvet, Ravioli Factory, Gang Gang Delicatessen, Jubang, Ammo, Paddy’s Irish Bar, Glen Classic, Cellar Door, Friend Alleyway Gourmet: Xiao Diao Pear Soup Just Desserts: Piynonya in Kyoto Cocktail Profiler: Frank Zou of Temple Restaurant Beijing Dining Feature: Cuts of beef Drinks Feature: Cocktails with Chinese ingredients Grape Press: Wine pairings for Beijing cuisine Wokipedia: J is for … jinzhen gu, jian, jiang Last Orders: Marilyn Mai and Josh Ong Dining Q&A: Chef Andreas Block of The CUT at the Fairmont Beijing Taste Test: Pork floss … plus what we’ve loved eating this month Inspect a Gadget: Kitchen gadgets What’s New: Fabriano Boutique, Scent Library, Decorem Backstage Pass: Keren Ann Head of the Queue: Strawberry Festival Giveaways: Flamme Indigo, Your-Taste Teahouse, Tianxi Tattoo and Brasserie Flo Features: Language immersion, Three Shadows Photography Award finalists and Sound of the Xity … plus where we wish we were this month Uniformity: Peng Shuai, pro tennis player Playlist: Alex Woodcock, guitarist Bookshelf: Lionel Derimais, NicelymadeinChina.com Mastermind: Nancy J Brown, singer A Drink With: Laia Pons, chef at Sureño Screentime: Zheng Kuo, indie film director Feature: Shi Tanding, ethnomusicologist Q&A: Audra Ang talks food, and we meet the mimes Features: Air pollution, foie gras farms and combating desertification, one tree at a time

EVENTS: Day-by-day listings for April THE DIRECTORY: Venues, venues, venues Peking Man: How did he get his name?

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Our cover features food critics Vincent Tung (see p13) and Dong Keping (see his Expert’s Picks on TheBeijinger.com). It was shot by Mitchell Pe Masilun.

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Sleeping under the stars at the Great Wall is clichéd but with good reason. Join SnapAdventures for their camping trip. Fingers crossed that you won’t be shouting mayday over the May Day weekend.

He’s a trained lawyer, a former goalkeeper for Real Madrid (B team) and the “secret” father-in-law to Anna Kournikova, but you probably know Julio Iglesias best as the crooner who makes your mother weak at the knees. His “Top of the Romance” tour makes a stop at Beijing Exhibition Theater.

How do you feel about Grey’s Anatomy, Big Love, The L Word and Six Feet Under? Keren Ann, the cosmopolitan songstress, provided music for some of those TV shows’ dramatic moments. Catch her at M Space.

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Wagner has gotten a bad rap over the years but could the man write an opera or what? High seas, high drama and high art swirl together in Der Fleigende Hollander at the NCPA.

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Should LGBT-friendly websites step out of the closet and sport “.gay” in their URLs? Head to the Beijing LGBT Center for a spirited discussion.

Instituto Cervantes and the Meet in Beijing arts festival have joined forces to bring one of the Three Tenors to town. Thankfully, it’s the lovely José Carreras they’ve got at the NCPA – not a reanimated Pavarotti.

Record Store Day 2012, the international holiday for music aficionados, arrives in Beijing, thanks to local vinyl-only label Genjing Records. XP hosts the lineup of Streets Kill Strange Animals, Alpine Decline and the Last Three Minutes.

Chi Fan for Charity brings together 22 Napa Valley vintners and six Beijing chefs to create splendid menus with wine pairings. Purchase seats at www.chifanforcharity.org.

Every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday it’s ghostbustin’ time with Newmantours. You give them RMB 260 and they give you two hours of ectoplasm fun from 7pm. Spooky. For more events, see p66.

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Kiwis are lovely people but sometimes their accents are hard to understand. Enter the Royal New Zealand Ballet, who let their tiptoes do the talking. Even if you don’t know the story, you’ll quickly understand that ghostly Giselle wants to avenge her broken heart.

We can’t print the type of chant that Beijing Guoan fans will be rolling out for the The non-Americans among us are hella visit of Shanghai Shenxin. pumped to find out what Girl Scout Get to Gongti to see Cookies actually taste like. The Hutong the Greens give the will show you how to make your own southerners a good going-over. Samoas, Thin Mints and Tagalongs.

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CITY SCENE Start as you mean to go on

MALE AYI // GONGZHUFEN // JOKES // WIN STUFF // NEWSBITES // SCENE & HEARD

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Waste Not, Want Not 8 million tons The amount of food thrown away annually in China. That’s enough to feed two million people for one year.

12,500 tons The amount of food thrown away every day in the city of Beijing

Sources: Finance.sina.com.cn, Observe.Chinaiiss.com

EDITOR’S LETTER

remember very clearly when I first began to understand what Chinese food was. I’d grown up confident in my palate for the cuisine (there was my first mistake, believing that you could speak of it in the singular), as my Shanghainese grandmother would make baozi for us on occasion and we would have hot pot for the New Year. Our family’s favorite Chinese restaurant in town made an excellent dry-fried string beans, but of course I didn’t know that they should be called ganbian sijidou or that, 15 years later, I would discover that any small joint in the alleyways and strip malls of Beijing could outshine that dish for a third of the price. But I first began to realize that Chinese cuisine was a universe unto itself was while lying on a bed in the suburban outskirts of New York. I was 20 and flipping through the upscale food magazine Saveur, a subscription bought for fantasies rather than function. It was shortly before the 2008

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Olympics and the whole world had their eyes turned on Beijing. Saveur’s feature essay that month introduced the disparate cuisines within China and the capital’s many provincial restaurants. The idea fascinated me. I’d known that Sichuan and Hunan had come to America as culinary trends, but my appreciation of regional Chinese food was still rudimentary. There was something enchanting about the concept of China’s cuisines each catalogued and accessible within the capital city. Many of us have our first moments when China became a destination – this was mine. When I arrived in Beijing several years later, I learned this: You may think that you understand Chinese food but it’s impossible to fully grasp it outside of China. It may have to do with the terroir and the taste of the thing itself, but it’s also the cultural assumptions that undergird the act of eating. For example, the understanding that

meals must be composed of a cold dish, a soup, a vegetable and a meat dish in the very least. Or the rule that you can only order dumplings by the liang – perhaps accompanied by memories of the exact moment you discovered this important fact, having accidentally ordered 30 dumplings for yourself your first week in the country, too embarrassed not to eat them because you’ll seem rude and you don’t yet know how to say “Dabao.” Or the fact that your cab driver will find it completely natural to engage in a 20-minute conversation indexing all the noodles of China, the virtues and failings of each, while driving down the length of Chang’an Jie.

Cat Nelson, Dining Editor

Beijing folk

Mop Master

Guo Hezhong, house cleaner by Nick Richards

t’s hard out there for a male ayi. When it comes to housecleaning, most clients have a hard time wrapping their head around the idea of hiring a man to mop and do their laundry. It took Guo Hezhong a while, but thanks to his spotless character (and buckets of charm), he built a name for himself as a topnotch housecleaner.

What do you prefer people call you: ayi (“aunt”), shushu (“uncle”), xiansheng (“mister”)? Some people call me shushu, but most call me shifu. I prefer shifu. Shushu makes me sound too old. Are male housecleaners a common thing these days? All the women in my family and circles of friends do this work, but I would say one percent of cleaners are men.

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Do you have to deal with a lot of prejudice from potential clients? Yes, there is prejudice. A lot of online ads specifically request female ayis. The ads I put up don’t get many responses. Most of my work comes from personal recommendations. In your opinion, what are the three most important rules a cleaner should follow? #1: Clean thoroughly. #2: Respect your client’s privacy. Never discuss what goes on in their home. #3: Be kind and offer professional

service. Don’t be late. If a client asks for a specific task, do it gracefully. How did you become a house cleaner? I was out of work. My sisters, who are also cleaners, trained me from scratch. Do you remember your first cleaning job? I was cooking and doing cleaning for a woman and her foreign roommate. I was nervous about my cooking, but they were kind and showed me what they wanted. Any tasks that you refuse to do? Anything maintenance-related, like changing light bulbs. I get frustrated when people want me to do too much. My job is to clean. Who did the cleaning in your house when you were young? I come from a family of farmers. My parents did most of the housework when my sisters and I were young. But as we got older, we had to pick up after ourselves. I was a bad student, so ended up working a lot on the farm. Who does the housework in your home now? I split the work with my wife. She’s also a cleaner. Have a cleaning job for Mr. Guo? Call him at 136 5136 6244.

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NEWSBITES WATERCOOLER CHAT Air pollution makes us all the more likely to fail in our creative endeavors, claims Farewell My Concubine director Chen Kaige, who said, “I am unable to focus on my artistic creation.” The Beijing-born-and-bred auteur indulged in a spot of nostalgia for the clear Beijing skies of yore, then lamented the loss of a beloved jujube tree, which had produced “egg-like, crispy and sweet fruits” before the smog choked it to death. Clean Air Asia’s website offers a pollution guide with a twist. Based on the fact that nasal hair exists to keep unwanted particles from entering the respiratory system, the Hairy Nose map depicts how much hair you would need (depicted flowing from your nostrils) to deal with your city’s air pollution. The good news is that we’re not the worst in Asia. The bad news is that, at a “Very Poor,” Beijing can plait some lovely long braids with its nose hair. Check it out at Cleanairasia.org/hairynose.

free breakfasts (McDonald’s), an adopta-tree program (Wal-Mart), a producetagging system (Carrefour), lectures on auto safety (Nissan). Oooh, what sorts of tangible acts of contrition can we expect from Apple and Volkswagen? Some scumbag did a poo on the subway. Weibo users were livid. Rightly so. We’re never using Line 15 again. The Beijing Subway powers that be have decided to install passenger flow measures at Hujialou, Shuangjing and Jinsong, bringing the rush-hour restrictions to 43 stations. With this and the taxi troubles we’ll all have to get on our bikes. Did you know David Beckham was in town in March? Well, he was. He snuck in to perform his first assignment since he was appointed an international am-

THIS MONTH French culture will help kick things to life this spring with Festival Croisements. Last year, the festival spanned two months in 20 cities across China. We have some news of this year’s events trickling in already. UCCA’s Duchamp exhibition, opening at the end of the month, will definitely be one of the highlights. Keep checking our website for updates. There’s to be no repeat of the Beijing Ducks’ glorious 2012 CBA title win after they were comprehensively outclassed by Shandong Tigers in the playoff semifinals. Shandong completed a 3-0 clean sweep over the defending champs to set up a final date with seven-time winners Guangdong Southern Tigers. You’ve a few days at the start of the

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Irish artist Brendan Jamison stopped by Beijing last month with bags of sugar with which to recreate a pintsized model of the Great Wall. He’s famous for making models of other structures out of sugar: the Reichstag, 10 Downing Street, etc. Why sugar? No idea. But we think it’s, uh, sweet.

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Iron Man 3, which will pit the superheo against villain “The Mandarin” (played by Ben Kingsley) will be released on May 3. Because the “sinister Chinaman” trope is something we all need in the 21st century.

Still no solid confirmations on the China Music Valley Music Festival, though we’re anticipating a strong lineup if last year’s in anything to go by. Stay tuned to TheBeijinger.com for updates.

bassador for the Chinese Super League, and pocketed a reported RMB 6 million to stand around in the Workers’ Stadium being photographed. Nice work if you can get it.

month to catch the NC.Space and House of Danube collaborative popup store. Head to Fangjia Hutong before April 7 to stock up on Magyar merchandise.

The Chinese Super League got its new season underway in March. The expected transfer splurge never materialized. There were some moves, however. Former Beijing Guoan favorite Ryan Griffiths joined Nicolas Anelka and Didier Drogba in jumping the sinking Shanghai Shenhua ship to return to Beijing – with second-tier outfit Beijing Baxy.

All hail the start of the 2013 Beijing International Screenwriting Competition. The contest for budding Tarantinos is open until April 7 for feature films and April 20 for shorts. The rules require all screenplay submissions to prominently feature Beijing as a location, “conveying in some way its romance, mystery, and cultural richness.”

The Alternativebeijing.com site launched last month. They’ve got video guides to Beijing’s secret alternative side for all you tech-friendly contrarians. Your morning cup of joe is pretty darn pricey, Beijingers. The city took eleventh place in the Wall Street Journal’s worldwide Starbucks index. In the comparison of Grand Latte prices, Oslo is the place where consumers are most screwed by the bean giants.

The much-anticipated Hotel Éclat Beijing has opened its doors. The Parkview Green venue brings a proper boutique feel with all manner of irreverent touches. The most bizarre may well be the entourage rooms. Yes, now you can stuff your lackeys in a windowless hotel room. Hmm, that’s not how the HBO series made it look. The other notable hotel opening is the Conrad by Hilton on the East Third Ring Road. This brings a special thrill for

The Ditan Folk Festival is set to undergo something of a makeover for its 2013 edition. The annual folk bash is being renamed Beijing Dongpai Folk Festival, is being moved to the much bigger Chaoyang Park, is introducing a second stage, and will permit performers to play extended 40-minute slots. It goes ahead on May 4 and 5. We mentioned a possible visit from legendary UK DJ Paul Oakenfold on this very page last month. We can now confirm that former Ministry of Sound resident will perform at Elements Club on Friday May 10. One to mark in your diary, for sure. The NBA is building a 2,300-acre sports and entertainment superstructure (or “lifestyle destination”) in the outskirts of Beijing. It’s expected to will set them back a whopping USD 1.5 billion. Redunkculous? The dog whisperer is coming to town. There are apparently 30-60 million pet dogs in China, and canine psychologist Cesar Millan of US daytime TV fame wants to teach their owners how not to conflate dog love with human love. He has ruff plans to arrive next spring.

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Consumer Rights Day has struck again. This year, Apple and Volkswagen were named and shamed by CCTV in its wildly popular “3.15” expose, the former for substandard post-sales service, the latter for problems with a gearbox transmission. In response to past Consumer Rights Day exposes, companies have watched their stock shares drop and endured the scolding of millions of netizens. They’ve made amends in all sorts of ways:

The first-ever Fun Run in North Korea will be held May 1 on Sports Street in Pyongyang. The charity run, organized by Koryo Tours, will be open to all foreign tourists in the city. Besides actually crossing into the DPRK to participate, all you need to do is make a EUR 20 donation. Proceeds go to Nampho Orphanage; email info@ koryogroup.com for more info.

English synthpop siren Little Boots will be here in May as she prepares to release her sophomore record, Nocturnes. Also coming to town next month is American singer-songwriter Sara Lov, and US dream-pop duo Azure Ray. The postponed This Will Destroy You gig, which was initially set for March, will go ahead on May 24 at MAO Livehouse.

Coca-Cola’s China branch is under scrutiny after it was accused of using mapping software illegally in Beijing. The drinks giant argues that hand-held GPS devices were used to improve fuel efficiency, but Chinese law enforcers fear that sensitive data could be used to send guided missiles to military bases.

The world has its first-ever pandathemed hotel in Sichuan. They’re quite committed to the theme – the staff even dresses as pandas – but we don’t know if it’s so authentic to be unsuitable for couples trying to have kids.

ON THE HORIZON

Local metal bands Miserable Faith and Suffocated will perform Shakespeare’s Coriolanus alongside Beijing People’s Art Theatre at the Edinburgh International Festival this summer. Sounds breathtaking.

Still, there’s talk that efforts are being made to fix things. A senior official at the Ministry of Finance promised that there’ll be a tax on carbon dioxide emissions at some point in the future, and easing traffic congestion has become Beijing’s number one priority this year, says China Daily. Fingers crossed.

On the subject of espionage, why not apply for a job at M15? Redditors picked up on the British spy agency’s recent drive to recruit Chinese-language analysts, so if you think your Chinese is up to it and you prefer things generally to be shaken rather than stirred, then fire off a CV and let us know how it goes.

all Mad Men fans in Beijing, because the brand is named after the real-life hotelier whom the fictional Don Draper encounters in Season 3. “Meet me at the Connie,” Mad Men fans will say, winking at each other.

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generation gap

Gongzhufen, Lines 1 and 10 SELLING POINT It’s a station of history. Gongzhufen literally means “princess’s tomb.” Back in 1965, the subway construction company stumbled upon the tomb of a Qing dynasty princess. A statue memorializing her is located just outside Exit A2.

They still have them, old-timer. They’re on a thing called the Internet.

histor y, or to the themed areas where you can play-act “TV program host” or “weather reporter” to your heart’s content. STROLL Opposite the CCTV tower is the west gate of Yuyuantan Park. Spring is the best season to visit, as the cherry trees there start blooming in late March and continue through mid-April. A RMB 10 entry ticket gets you into one of the most beautiful scenes in Beijing. EAT Kiev Restaurant (基辅餐厅 ) on Yuyuantan Nanlu is said to be the only Ukrainian restaurant in Beijing. Gorge yourself on pot-stew beef, buttery baked dishes and creamy salads, but don’t forget to clap along as the Ukrainian entertainers dance and sing.

Tell Us a Joke Karo Jiang Salesperson, Dianping.com Q: Why did the cow cross the road? A: To get to the udder side. Where’s the beef? Find out at Dianping.com

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PLAY As soon as you emerge from the subway, you’ll see it in the (not-toofar) distance: the CCTV Tower. In the basement of this bona fide Beijing landmark, you’ll find Pacific Sea World (太平洋海底世界), home to some lovely Pacific marine animals. After enjoying the sea lion show, get in an elevator and zoom up 221 meters to the revolving restaurant. Stay at least 90 minutes to get the full 360-degree panorama. After lunch, head back down to the Cultural Hall to learn about CCTV’s

What happened to the Beijinger’s Reader Restaurant Awards?

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SCENE & HEARD

10th Annual Reader Restaurant Awards Photos by Lova, Mitchell Pe Masilun & Sui

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PEKING PIC

“Rooftops” by @American Alien of IGers Beijing

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 a dinner voucher for two to Seasoning at Holiday Inn Focus Square. Answers to win@thebeijinger.com.

Answers to March’s Trivia Travails: 1. c) rugby clubs 2. d) Sweden 3. c) hats 4. c) S.T.A.Y 5. b) foosball 6. b) Mr. Ma and Son 7. a) hock and soda water 8. a) emerald green Last month’s winner was Noe Clement.

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Win Stuff

1. Foie gras is a product of what animal? a) pigs b) calves c) geese d) swans

5. What job does Guo Hezhong do for a living? a) music producer b) taxi driver c) waiter d) house cleaner

2. Kalimotxo is a mix of Coke and _________. a) rum b) red wine c) vodka d) tea

6. Where is Decorem located? a) Huamao Shopping Center b) Chaoyang Joy City c) Solana d) Parkview Green

Win a dinner voucher for Seasoning at Holiday Inn Focus Square by correctly answering all the questions in Trivia Travails.

3. Shaonü Yiyun is a _______. a) Sichuan dish b) Chinese play c) Korean music video d) Japanese soap opera

7. What kind of food does Velvet serve? a) American b) Korean c) European d) Indian

Answer the question at the end of Mastermind to win a Chimay gift pack.

4. Audra Ang’s ayi makes fried chicken using _________. a) breast meat b) wing drumettes c) thighs d) drumsticks

8. How many pork floss items did we sample in this month’s “Taste Test”? a) 6 b) 7 c) 8 d) 9

Be the first to spot this month’s Bogus Ad and win a pair of vouchers for massages at Origin Spa.

Up for grabs in the GO and MEET sections: a dining voucher for Flamme (value RMB 1,000) a voucher for Your-Taste Teahouse (value RMB 1,000) a voucher for Tianxi Tattoo (value RMB 1,000) a dining voucher for Brasserie Flo (value RMB 1,000)

Relishing the Regional The Insider’s Guide to China’s Best Dishes in Beijing photos by Sui, design by Susu Luo

here’s never been a better time for foreign cuisine in the Beijing dining scene – scores of small entrepreneurs offering delivery out of home kitchens and Michelin chefs rushing into the city with molecular this-andthat. In all the excitement, it’s easy to let Chinese cuisine become an afterthought, trailing in the wake of pulled pork and pie crusts. Sure, you probably have a few go-to dishes at a handful of reliable Chinese restaurants ... and that’s the problem, isn’t it? When’s the last time you were surprised by Chinese food? Or more to the point – when’s the last time you decided to surprise yourself? To shake you out of your rut, we present here a curated selection of dishes from Chinese regional cuisines and where to find them in Beijing. To create this list, we queried food critics about their favorite regional dishes – the shining examples of the standards, the lesser-known delights – and which restaurants they would recommend for each. Without further ado, please meet our experts, and then onto the food …

EMILY YOUNG Prior to taking on her current role as Dining Editor for Dailyvitamin.cn, she was an Assistant Food Editor here at the Beijinger and a Dianping diamond user. Emily is interested in very traditional and local cooking as well as fine dining that pushes the boundaries

VINCENT TUNG A top Chinese food blogger with over 90,000 followers on Weibo, Vincent is rated on Dianping.com as one of Beijing’s top dining experts. He has eaten at hundreds of restaurants in Beijing.

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T ES W H UT SO

The 五彩茄子 wucai qiezi five-color eggplant 宝源饺子屋 Baoyuan Jiaozi Wu

GUIZHOU 贵州

GUANGXI 广西

酸汤鱼 suantang yu sour fish soup 贵州箩箩酸汤鱼Guizhou Luoluo Suantang Yu

酸笋土豆五花肉 suansun tudou wuhuarou pork belly stir-fried with sour bamboo and potatoes 二十八号私家菜 Courtyard No. 28

家乡酿豆腐 jiaxiang niang doufu tofu stuffed with minced pork 苗乡楼 Miao Xiang Lou 蕨粑炒腊肉 jueba chao larou bacon stir-fried with bracken fern cakes 大贵 Da Gui

香芋扣肉 xiangyu kourou pork belly with taro 龙元堂广西菜 Longyuantang

YUNNAN云南漾鼻桃仁炒树花 Yangbi taoren chao shuhua stir-fried walnuts and tree mushrooms 蝴蝶泉宾馆中餐厅 Hudiequan Guest House Restaurant

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永平黄焖鸡 Yongping huangmen ji braised chicken 蝴蝶泉宾馆中餐厅 Hudiequan Guest House Restaurant 喜洲粑粑 xizhou baba Xizhou pizza 一坐一忘餐厅 In & Out 漆油炖鸡 qiyou dun ji stewed chicken 一坐一忘餐厅 In & Out 丛林焦叶蒸鳕鱼 conglin jiaoye xueyu cod steamed in a banana leaf 花马天堂 Lost Heaven

The east 油浸蚕豆 youjin candou fava beans in fragrant oil 南京大牌档 Nanjing Impressions

JIANGSU 江苏大煮干丝 dazhu gansi tofu threads and shrimp in chicken broth 淮扬府 Huaiyang Fu 三头 santou braised lion’s head meatball with crab roe, pig head and silver carp head 淮扬府 Huaiyang Fu 狮子头 shizitou lion’s head meatball 一品淮扬 Yichan Huaiyang 溱湖野鸡蛋 taihu yejidan Taihu eggs 天水雅居 Tianshui Yaju

金牌烧河豚 jinpai shao hetun braised pufferfish 南京大饭店中餐厅 Nanjing Great Hotel Restaurant 臭豆腐肥肠煲 choudoufu feichang bao fermented tofu and pig intestine stew 南京大牌档 Nanjing Impressions 响油鳝糊 xiangyou shanhu eel in hot oil 松鹤楼 Songhelou 三鲜面 sanxian mian noodles with pork, shrimp and clams 迎春面馆 Yingchun Noodle Shop

手剥河虾仁 shouba hexiaren sautéed freshwater shrimp 吴地人家 Wudi Renjia

ANHUI 安徽黑心肝 hei xin gan sweet-and-sour stir-fried pig lung 徽松鹤 The Crane 臭鳜鱼 chou guiyu fermented Mandarin fish 峰尚圣宴 F.S Grand Banquet

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rth no The 三不沾 san bu nian the three “non-sticks” 厉家菜 Li Jia Cai

BEIJING 北京羊肉包子 yangrou baozi lamb buns 八先生涮肉坊 Mr. Eight Hot Pot 炒肝 chaogan offal stew 合义斋 Heyizhai 烧饼 shaobing baked sesame seed cake 隆兴盛名优小吃 Longxingsheng Snack Shop 鱼头泡饼 yutou paobing fish head soup with soaked bread 东四民芳餐厅 Dongsi Minfang

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啜菽(五味拌豆腐条) chuoshu (wuwei ban doufutiao) five-spiced tofu 摸鱼儿大宋食供 Moyu’er Dasong Shigong

油焖大虾 youmen daxia oil-simmered shrimp 丰泽园 Feng Ze Yuan

SHANDONG 山东

九转大肠 jiuzhuan dachang “nine turns” braised intestines 砂锅居 Shaguo Ju

葱烧海参 congshao haishen braised sea cucumber with scallions 海参王 Haishen Wang

DONGBEI 东北

糟溜鱼片 zaoliu yupian fish fillet in Shaoxing rice wine 萃华楼 Cuihua Lou 炸烹虾肉 zhapeng xiarou quick-fried shrimp with scallion and ginger 泰丰楼 Taifeng Lou

白肉血肠 bairou xuechang pork and blood sausage with pickled cabbage soup 雪松宾馆吉人缘餐厅 Jirenyuan Restaurant, Xuesong Hotel 锅包肉 guobao rou sweet and sour pork 百富源 Baifuyuan

The south 猪血糕 zhuxue gao pig’s blood cake 小尾盐酥鸡 Xiaowei Yansu Ji

GUANGDONG 广东白果芋泥 baiguo yuni taro soup with gingko 一家一饭堂 The Canteen 虾蟹粥 xia xie zhou shrimp and crab congee 潮香洲 Chaoxiang Zhou

HONG KONG 香港猪油捞饭 zhuyou laofan steamed rice with lard 老坑记 HK O’Man Restaurant 胡椒猪肚鸡 hujiao zhudu ji white pepper soup with pig tripe and chicken 狮子山下 Shizi Shanxia

竹蔗马蹄水 zhuzhe mati shui sugar cane and water chestnut soup 卖汤 My Soup

FUJIAN 福建佛跳墙 fo tiao qiang steamed abalone with shark’s fin and fish maw soup 荣誉酒楼 Beijing Honor Resorts 龙虾汤粒粒珍泡饭 longxia tang lilizhen paofan lobster with rice soup 利苑 Lei Garden 卤水大肠 lushui dachang marinated pig intestine 新穗港龙Xinsui Ganglong

卤水鹅肝 lushui egan marinated foie gras 红火百年湖汕渔家大排档 Honghuo Bainian Seafood

TAIWAN 台湾煎猪肝 jian zhugan fried pig liver 欣叶 Shin Yeh 卤肉饭 lurou fan braised minced pork over rice 沙发咖啡馆 Café de Sofa 白玉苦瓜 baiyu kugua “white jade” bitter melon 台北古早味 Taipei Guzaowei

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ral cent 紫姜鱼 zijiang yu gingery fish soup 麒麟阁私房菜 Kylin Private Kitchen

SICHUAN 四川富顺豆花 Fushun douhua silken tofu 锦府盐帮菜 Merchant’s Hall Restaurant 自贡大麻鱼 Zigong dama yu peppercorn fish soup 老街兔盐帮菜 Laojietu Yanbangcai 勾魂面 gouhun mian “soul hook” noodles 天府勾魂面 Tianfu Gouhun Mian 小面 xiao mian noodles with hot chilli oil and peanuts 鑫渝都摊摊面 Xinyudu Tantanmian

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水煮鱼 shuizhu yu fish fillets in hot chilli oil 昆仑饭店锦园餐厅 Jin Yuan Restaurant, Kunlun Hotel 麻婆豆腐 mapo doufu spicy tofu with ground pork 四川饭店 Sichuan Restaurant 宫保鸡丁 gongbao jiding Kung Pao chicken 华天峨嵋酒家 Huatian Emei Jiujia 口水鸡 koushui ji steamed chicken with hot chilli sauce Transit

腊肉炒竹笋 larou chao zhusun bacon stir-fried with bamboo shoots 懒人业余餐厅 Lanren Yeyu Canting

HUBEI 湖北热干面 regan mian hot-dry noodles 热大叔热干面 Re Dashu Regan Mian

HUNAN 湖南菜剁椒鱼头 duojiao yutou fish head with chopped chillis 毛家饭店 Mao Jia Restaurant

The no rthwest 翡翠茄子面 feicui qiezi mian jade noodles with eggplant 天厨妙香素食馆 Tianchu Miaoxiang Vegetarian

INNER MONGOLIA 内蒙古

NINGXIA 宁夏

葫芦鸡 hulu ji gourd-shaped chicken 真爱中国 Real Love Cuisine

SHAANXI 陕西

毡房烤羊背 zhanfang kao yangbei roasted lamb saddle 九十九顶毡房 99 Dingzhanfang

羊肉臊子面 yangrou saozi mian noodles with minced lamb 西夏风情 Xixia Fengqing

SHANXI 山西

HALAL 清真

QINGHAI 青海

羊杂 yang za sheep offal soup 晋德小馆 Jinde Xiaoguan

它似蜜 tasimi sweet stir-fried lamb 鸿宾楼 Hong Bin Lou

酿皮 niangpi cold wheat noodles 西宁宾馆 Xining Hotel

XINJIANG 新疆

马连良鸭子 Ma Lianliang yazi Ma Lianliang roast duck 西来顺 Xi Lai Shun

TIBET 西藏

架子肉 jiazi rou mutton on a rack 巴依老爷新疆美食 Bayi Laoye 大盘鸡 dapan ji “big plate chicken” 新疆伊斯兰饭店 Xinjiang Islam Restaurant

GANSU 甘肃

手撕牦牛肉 shousi maoniurou hand-torn yak meat 珠穆郎玛餐厅 Qomalangma Hotel Restaurant

牛肉拉面 niurou lamian hand-pulled noodles in beef broth 燕兰楼 Yan Lan Lou

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east The 毛蟹炒年糕 maoxie chao niangao crab stir-fried with rice cakes 杨家私房菜 Yang Family Private Kitchen

SHANGHAI上海糖醋小排 tangsu xiaopai sweet-and-sour shortribs 香格里拉香宫 Shang Palace, Shangri-La Hotel 红烧蹄膀 hongshao tibang red-braised pig’s trotters 小南国 Shanghai Min 生煎包 shengjian bao pan-fried pork buns 王家沙 Wang Jia Sha 排骨年糕 paigu niangao pork spareribs with rice cakes 王家沙 Wang Jia Sha

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茴香豆 huixiang dou aniseed-flavored broad beans 孔乙己 Kong Yiji 鱼头汤 yutou tang fish head soup 富春江酒店 Fuchun Jiang Hotel 手剥笋 shoubao sun bamboo shoots 富春江酒店 Fuchun Jiang Hotel 百叶结烧肉 baiyejie shaorou pork stewed with tofu skin 绿波廊 Lübolang

ZHEJIANG 浙江龙井虾仁 longjing xiaren Longjing tea shrimp 新荣记 Xinrongji 炸带鱼 zha daiyu deep-fried belt fish 新荣记 Xinrongji 沙蒜豆面 shasuan doumian vermicelli and garlic in bean sauce 新荣记 Xinrongji

FOOD & DRINK

Sip, nibble, gulp, chew, guzzle, savor, feast

CUTS OF BEEF // MOCHI // PORK FLOSS // RAVIOLI // CHINESE COCKTAILS // PADDY’S OPENINGS As we went to print, the latest word from Xiaoyun Lu mini-burger joint 3sums was a mid-April soft-opening. In Sanlitun Village South, Cantina Agave plans to be serving up tacos and tequilas by the beginning of the month. Opera Bombana in Parkview Green is slated to open in April with Chef Marino D’Antonio, formerly of Sureño, heading the kitchen of Michelinstarred Umberto Bombana’s first foray into Beijing. A recent look around Touch Beijing, the new George Zhou vehicle in Sanlitun South, suggests there’s still work to be done, but Zhou claims the 640sqm venue will be ready for customers in “about a month.”

BRANCHING OUT Ricci Cafe is opening a second branch at Tuanjiehu. Chef Too has a new spot in Wangjing and has relaunched their original Chaoyang Park location.

CLOSED DOORS

chynna offers up a taste of springtime

Capital bites

Paul Ryding has been useless this month

photo: courtesy of hilton beijing wangfujing

’m a drink man. I know my drink. I know what I like, just as assuredly as I know what I don’t. I can appreciate the nuances of a good Scotch. And I fancy I could distinguish between a dozen or so of the many craft tipples on offer in the city at the moment. I get excited about a newly imported ale being stocked. I get giddy at the prospect of checking out a new bar, and I’m genuinely disappointed when a new spot doesn’t live up to its hype. I could certainly recognize a Tsingtao that’s passed its sell-by date. And – after a spate of violent early morning bathroom episodes during the long hot summer of 2009 – I know when I’m being poisoned by a dive bar in Sanlitun. I do not know food. I’m constantly amazed by my colleagues’ seemingly innate knowledge of how

a blanched carrot should taste. Or what the perfect softness of al dente pasta is. Or which eateries in town have the ability to adequately boil an egg. Everyone seems to know just how they like their zhajiang mian, or whether they prefer one egg or two in their jianbing. My lack of careful regard for tastes and textures in food could have something to do with growing up as one of five children. In my house, you quickly grabbed what went on the table and got it down you, lest you didn’t eat that night. I also inhale food, which I’m pretty certain is another side effect of the nightly trough-off that was evening meal in the Ryding home. None of this goes to say I don’t like eating, or indeed the experience of dining out. I’ve been in China for five years and every time I eat out, it’s

still a lottery as to how my meal will taste. Sometimes I’m disappointed, but more often I’m to be seen gamely attempting to slowly jot down a Chinese character I’ve never seen before so that I can (next time) order the dish I enjoyed. Usually, though, the fuwuyuan has no idea what that character is supposed to be, and the fun starts all over again. This month, TBJ HQ has been a dizzying hive of gastronomic activity, and I’ve been the least useful bee in the tree. I’ve sat in the corner, quietly dodging the many meetings and hours of hard work my colleagues have put into making this year’s Reader Restaurant Awards as fair and comprehensive as ever. But then, perhaps our Dining Editor will feel the same way come June when it’s time for our Reader Bar & Club Awards.

Da Giuseppe in China View is undergoing renovations; no reopening date has been given. A few doors down, in the same complex, Refresh has closed. The long-rumored shuttering of Kiosk has come to pass.

NEW OFFERINGS Centro at the Kerry Hotel will screen the remaining games of the UEFA Champions League. They can’t do anything about the 3.45am kick-off time, but they are offering special food and drinks packages between midnight and 6am on match days. Weekend brunches are big in town and getting bigger. Slow Boat Brewery Taproom has launched a Sunday “Beermosa brunch.” Star ting this month, The Hutong is also catering to the late-breakfast-early-lunch crowd on Sundays. In Sanlitun Village North, Mesa is offering a new breakfast platter and smoothies on weekends. Tuesday half-priced food at Brussels is now a thing of the past, but do look for sparkly new additions to the menu. Flamme Sanlitun has a new all-youcan-eat weekday lunch menu; their Indigo location now is open for dinner. Check out our Featured Giveaway on p46.

COMING UP Fez says they plan to reopen their terrace on April 19, with special offers to celebrate the return of summer. Slow Boat Brewery Taproom will also open its outdoor seating area on April 6.

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Full House

WHAT’S NEW restaurants

Ja pan e s e

Yoshimura-Ya 吉村家 Daily 11am-11pm. 34-4 Guangximen Beili (near Xie Lao Song restaurant), Xibahe, Chaoyang District (6429 9800) 朝阳区西坝河光熙门北里34-4号(近北三环蟹老宋) 600m northeast of Guangximen station (Line 13)

very day in Yokohama, people line up outside the original Yoshimura-Ya for their iekei ramen. Some travel hundreds of miles. Visiting Beijing’s Yoshimura-Ya on the northeast Third Ring Road demands a less epic journey, but I’m sure many of you will agree it’s off the beaten track. Announced quietly on the menu as “soy sauce ramen” (RMB 35), the house specialty is a great reason to haul yourself to Xibahe. Each ingredient justifies its place: chewy yet pliant noodles, a slice of melt-in-the-mouth pork, spinach, chopped cabbage, bamboo, and, like

chicken (RMB 28). If you’re dining alone, the teriyaki chicken rice bowl (RMB 28) is a great option and daily half-price specials on food and drinks offer excellent savings. I doubt this place would compare with the original Yoshimura-Ya, and there’s certainly no connection. But if you insist on endorsement by association, the boss of this Yoshimura-Ya is a former partner at Beijing’s own Invincible Ramen. If you like Invincible, make this your next stop. Iain Shaw Also try: Invincible Ramen, Menya Tsubame

photos: mitchell pephoto: masilun sui

soy sauce ramen

a cautious swimmer dipping his toes poolside, a sheet of seaweed skirting the bowl. The half of a boiled egg approaches a yolky ideal and for a few extra kuai, they’ll add the other half. Smooth, not too oily, and full-bodied, the pork bone and chicken broth is outstanding. I must have looked as though I was in an ad for hot chocolate or instant coffee. Eyes closed, head tilted upwards, deep inhalation through the nostrils. Ah … While my colleagues also enjoyed the shio and miso varieties of ramen, the other dish I’d really recommend is the crisp, golden fried

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Pasta Plant Ita lian

Ravioli Factory 意味工厂 Daily 6pm-1am. 2/F (above Cafe CD Blues), Ritan Highlife, 39 Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang District (8561 0560) 朝阳区神路街39号院日坛上街2层1-28/29 (熙地布鲁斯餐厅楼上) 1km southwest of Dongdaqiao station (Line 6)

on’t let the proletarian name fool you – Ravioli Factory is making high-class pasta. If these ravioli are rolling off an assembly line, it’s one that respects the ingredients and the comforting power of food. Stracciatella ravioli (RMB 98), done here with a tomato-basil pairing, came out marvelously velvety. Spinach anchovy ravioli with sage butter (RMB 78) took things in a more complex direction, punctuating the down-to-earth spinach taste with the punchy umami of cured fish. Though ravioli is the main event here, you’d be remiss not to sample the other pastas. A gorgonzola, pear and walnut sauce (RMB 68) paired well with strozzapreti (“priest strangler”) pasta. Our mouths were

beguiled by the novelty of the ropy fingers of pasta as well as the salad flavors – slices of pear and daubs of blue cheese combining into operatic bursts of flavor. The lasagna (RMB 88) and the basil pesto gnocchi (RMB 68) were excellent. We would also recommend the carbonara (RMB 68), with the egg and cheese gladly giving center stage to the bacon. Chicken cannelloni au gratin (RMB 118) offered a quarter-fowl (tasty, though a touch dry) atop tubes of pasta filled with cream, mushroom and more chicken. For dessert, macaron glacé (RMB 58) and chocolate creme brulee (RMB 70) were both rather disappointing, but the fried Nutella ravioli (RMB 78) in a hazelnut liqueur and vanilla cream sauce played to the

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restaurant’s strengths. The taste was reminiscent of a funnel cake, if you traded up country fair roots for Italian flair. While Ravioli Factory’s prices aren’t unreasonable, I can see them being a tough sell for some. The

value is there, though. If you allow yourself to think of this eatery as an artisan’s workshop, you’ll have no problem manufacturing excuses to go there. Josh Ong Also try: Mercante

The Plush Life E u ropean

Velvet 绒 Daily 10am-midnight. 1/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (5208 6199) 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园1层 900m west of Tuanjiehu station (Line 10)

photos: mitchell pe masilun and COURTESY OF RAVIOLI FACTORY

grilled SCALLOP

uietly and amiably, Carlos Chordi is building his Sanlitun empire. Following on the success of Bocata and Carmen, Velvet is an eatery that aspires to comfortable elegance. The large room is hung with chandeliers and high-backed, crushed velvet chairs. The general aesthetic might be called “off-kilter French farmhouse,” with its lac y doilies and wood painted a mottled white. The food echoes the atmosphere. Menu choices skip around Spain and Italy with Mediterranean-influenced soups and salads, seafood and meat, and pasta and rice dishes. The arugula salad with cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, raisins and Parmesan cheese (RMB 66) offers a welcome change of greenery from the wilted lettuce of your usual dabancai. In the fettuccine a la crème (RMB 85), the heavy cream sauce predominates. Though it’s brightly punctuated by bacon and mushrooms, and

the delicate fettuccine eases the sauce’s impact, after a few minutes, it all began to gum together. This texture unfortunately repeated in the hot chocolate soufflé (RMB 75), although it was tempered here by a fresh passion fruit ice cream. Velvet features a patisserie counter at the front. Assorted cakes and macarons can be ordered for the table and eaten in comfort over coffee and conversation. The rye bread (RMB 40), with a soft crust and crumb, was a bit light for my taste, but made excellent toast the next morning. When I returned a few weeks later, the restaurant was bustling and Chordi greeted me warmly. Among the chintz and crushed velvet crowd, Nali Patio’s newest seems already to have found an appreciative audience. Cat Nelson Also try: Carmen

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WHAT’S NEW restaurants

Beyond BBQ

FRIED CHICKEN

Ko r ean

Jubang 韩国餐吧 Daily 11am-2am. 3/F, C308, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (5208 6071) 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园C308 900m northwest of Tuanjiehu station (Line 10)

orean food always goes well with alcohol, so nobody can really quibble with the concept of a homestyle kitchen/soju bar. By opening Jubang, however, Emily Long has set out to prove that the cuisine has much more to offer than just barbecue. Korean fried chicken (RMB 68) is a good place to start, as Jubang’s version nails the combination of moist meat, crunchy batter and finger-lickin’ sauce. From there, you can proceed to the humble JSA soup (RMB 58), traditional army fare that drops ham, bacon and instant noodles into a warming kimchi broth. I’ve long been a fan of grilled pork belly, which can be had at Jubang for RMB 48, but the restaurant’s steamed pork belly (RMB 95) opened my eyes to a whole new world. A world where the flavors are more vivid and the meat more tender from being cooked

for hours instead of minutes. We also enjoyed several Korean classics like a kimchi pancake (RMB 48), japchae glass noodles (RMB 50) and kimchi fried rice (RMB 42). The miniature sushi that is Jubang’s kimbap (RMB 38), with its toothsome crunch of soy-glazed anchovies, tasted just like the fresh rolls my Korean friends’ moms used to make as afternoon snacks. The sweet tingle of rice wine (RMB 60) lends a warm, fuzzy glow to the night; it also serves as the base for a yummy banana cocktail (RMB 70). Lemon soju (RMB 60) had a refreshing zing, or you can man up with the poktanju, a mix of beer and soju (RMB 60). With its warm wooden decor and unique food and drinks, Jubang will prove a great place to start (and end) any night. Josh Ong Also try: Ssam, Iki

Out of Ammo M e dite r ran ean

Ammo Daily 11am-2am. Units 16-17, Bldg 11, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District (5905 6812) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾11号楼16-17号 1.2km east of Liangmaqiao station (Line 10)

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“Lobster You” (oven-baked) and “Lobster Us” (steamed). What would Ammo have us do next? “Meet Our Brochettes,” they say. And so we do. This is where we greet the delightfully confrontational “Beef Up” and “He Went Chicken.” Where can this all end? The last page warns us: “Sin. What Happens in Ammo Stays in Ammo.” Oh, gosh … this could only mean desserts. After reading through all that – and struggling through the mindspin that it induced – it was time for a drink. And for one of those desserts, which was indeed our original reason for visiting Ammo. We opt for “It Went Dark,” which turns out to be chocolate ravioli served with cilantro. With its tender pasta and unctuous cream, it’s odd, it’s charming and it’s quite obviously the work of a mischievous mind – much like Ammo itself. Jonathan White Also try: Sureño

photos: lova and courtesy of ammo

chocolate ravioli

ow do you decide whether you like a restaurant? The obvious (food, drink, price) jostle with the less obvious (bathrooms, décor, mad-eyed waiters) as you form an opinion, but sometimes one factor asserts itself above all others. In the case of Ammo, it’s not the design, the expensive stemware and cutlery or the schoolboy excitement of the servers. Nope – it’s the way their menu is written. I’m not talking about oh-isn’t-Chinglishhilarious errors. This is nothing if not deliberate. It starts with the starters. You can choose from “It’s A Simple Salad” and “I Had To Duck.” Meanwhile, the two soup choices are found under the heading of “Liquidation.” Who needs an amuse-bouche when the first page of the menu can raise a chortle? As you proceed to the mains, you’ll find “Silence the Lamb” as well as “Lobster Trilogy,” a crustacean trio consisting of “Lobster Mee” (fried),

WHAT’S NEW restaurants

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Annie Takers? I ta li a n

Annie’s Daily 11am-11pm. 1/F, Tower AB, The Office Park (near Central Park), 10 Jintong Xilu, Chaoyang District (8590 6428) http://en.annies.com.cn 朝阳区金桐西路10号远洋光华国际AB座1层(近新城国际) 800m southwest of Jintaixizhao station (Line 10)

Bread of life B a k e r i e s an d D e li s

Gang Gang Delicatessen 冈冈面包店

e hear plenty of gripes about their winning streak in our annual Reader Restaurant Awards. And yet Annie’s racks up those reader votes year after year. Yeah, we see through your ire. Well, considering that Annie’s is experimenting with new menu items and improvements in service and sourcing, we thought we’d revisit the restaurant so many of you love to pretend to hate. Usually, I tend to order the budget pizza and pasta offerings, but the location near The Place is experimenting with new entrees. A veal tenderloin with black truffle and porcini mushroom sauce (RMB 168) is the dish your nonna might have served when pulling out the big guns for a special guest. The meat is tender, the sauce thick, creamy with earthy mushroom notes. The ossobuco (RMB 118) revealed the deep flavors that you’d expect from hours of stewing, though the meat’s waxy texture was distracting. Our favorite of the evening was the melanzane con ricotta (RMB 28),

thinly sliced grilled eggplant interlaced with layers of ricotta cheese and walnut chunks, lightly dressed in balsamic vinegar. It was simple yet confident, as if Annie’s was showing us her sophisticated side with a little black dress and an updo. It’s the appetizers that you may have the most fun exploring. The air-dried Italian beef with rucola and Parmesan (RMB 38) and the affetati misti (RMB 42) – an assortment of salami, parma ham and fresh mozzarella – were great excuses to pop a bottle of wine. If you’re still intent on pizza and pasta, I recommend the asparagus risotto (RMB 48) and the quattro stagioni pizza (RMB 50/60), topped with mushroom, ham, eggplant and artichokes. The next time you order from Annie’s, why not branch out? Don’t worry, we won’t tell your food snob friends. With its new offerings, Annie’s deserves the return trip we know you’re making anyway. Josh Ong Also try: Alio Olio

Daily 7am-8pm. Unit 101, Bldg 8 (50m behind Pizza Hut), Park 5 Apartments, Tianshuiyuan Jie, Chaoyang District (8571 4677) 朝阳区甜水园街公园5号8号楼101室 200m north of Jintailu station (Line 6)

photos: judy zhou and lova

rain – what is it good for? Depends on who you ask. Every culture boils their staple grain into a gruel, but Westerners look askance at all the savory variations of congee whereas the Chinese wrinkle their nose at oatmeal sweetened with honey and fresh fruit. Turning grain into alcohol is another universal – but here again, Europeans and Chinese tend to find each other’s finest liquors to be an acquired taste. Now consider baked goods. In the West, a hearty loaf of bread was traditionally the cornerstone of every meal but the bakeries of China seem to offer nothing but pillowy rolls slathered with cream and blueberry jam. Where do you go if you want that flaky or crusty hit? You go to Gang Gang Delicatessen. The Japanese-owned bakery has long made great baked goods – they supply Pekotan, the Central Park deli that we have so often championed in these pages – but now they have their own venue. Walking up the stairs into

their sweet-and-savory showroom brings a tingle of excitement akin to entering a factory store – are you supposed to be here, in this olfactory overload, near the ovens that produced all these sandwiches (RMB 20), sour cherry Danishes (RMB 10) and cookies (RMB 10 per pack)? Yes, you are very much meant to be here – especially between 7-8pm, when all bread and pastries are discounted by 30 percent. Looking at Gang Gang’s wellstocked bar, one is reminded of Suntory, the Japanese company that studied Scotch – the science of fermenting, distilling and aging – and made it their own. Gang Gang is the bready equivalent: Japanese entrepreneurs whose passion for baguettes and croissants resolves the East-meets-West confusion quite deliciously. Jonathan White Also try: Wagas, Comptoirs de France, Pekotan

melanzane con ricotta

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Hush Hush Glen Classic Mon-Sat 7pm-2am. 26 Dongcaoyuan, Gongti Nanlu, Chaoyang District (6557 6788) 朝阳区工体南路东草园26号 700m northwest of Dongdaqiao station (Line 6)

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Minimum charge per person is RMB 200, which isn’t made clear on the otherwise overinformative menu filled with lists of obscurely opulent sherries, whiskeys and gins. (But if you have to ask, you’re probably in the wrong place.) This said, if money isn’t an issue, the drinks are well worth your while. Owner Daiki Kanataka mixes cocktails (RMB 100-150) with the stylized finesse of a performance artist, drawing on years of experience at high-end Ginza joints in Tokyo. If you can’t tell your Speronis from your Negronis, Kanataka will rustle up his own concoction based on your preferences.

The service is impeccable, if somewhat otherworldly. Should you place your glass too close to the counter edge, a rather neurotic-looking barman will leap over and move it. Carelessness has no place at Glen Classic. Wandering in off the street is also discouraged. With consummate courtesy, the soft-spoken Kanataka asks that we reserve a seat next time. And why shouldn’t entry into this hushed, meticulous realm be as ritualized as the rest of it? Sarah Karacs Also try: Glen, Apothecary

photo: sui

here’s something slightly Lynchian about Glen Classic. Is it the dress code posted on the door? The James Bond lookalike who asks if you brought your VIP card? Or that if you ask them to recommend a drink, you’ll be subjected to the world’s most impassioned speech on the art of bartending? The proprietors opened Glen Classic this month after complaints that their popular high-end whiskey bar, Glen, was getting rather raucous. With low lighting, solemn piano music, and posh, dark-wood decor, this is a much more muted spot for the moneyed of Beijing.

WHAT’S NEW BARS & CLUBS

Celtic Tiger Paddy’s Irish Bar Daily, 4pm-late. 2/F, Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District (6415 0299) 朝阳区三里屯北后街同里大厦2层 1km northwest of Tuanjiehu station (Line 10)

fter years of successfully fending off all comers who challenged its status as the city’s champion sports bar, Paddy’s has now made the move into another weight class. Like a cruiserweight stepping up to his first heavyweight bout, Paddy’s has beefed up as it graduates from Sanlitun satellite Dongzhimen to the comparative lion’s den of Tongli Studio. Many have had a go at that secondstory space and failed – not least its immediate predecessor Bourbon, who lasted mere weeks in the bear pit. Recognizing the challenge of attracting the Sanlitun Houjie set, they ’ve scaled back on the live sport aspect that has served the franchise so well (though they still boast three large TVs), instead attempting to craft a standing as a live music venue. Sensing that their new clientele might need more than

the hurling finals and a pint of stout to make them stick around, they’ve incorporated a large stage area and a high-spec sound system at the back of the sizable room, and plan to host regular live acts. There are some recognizable Paddy’s features that have transferred over Xindong Lu – a premium-priced Guinness (RMB 55) and RMB 30 Carlsberg among them, as well as the daily buy-one-get-one-free happy hour (3-8pm). There’ll also be a new food menu focusing on pub grub. Incongruous as it might sometimes seem, Sanlitun is still Beijing’s glamour spot, though at times it’s more gangland than it is Gangnam. If we can expect anything from Paddy’s, it’s the convivial atmosphere that made O’Shea’s so popular, and that has often been in short supply around Sanlitun Houjie. Paul Ryding Also try: Paddy O’Shea’s, Cheers

Cellar Door Sun-Thu 7pm-3am, Fri-Sat 6pm-6am. 55 Fangjia Hutong (near Hot Cat Club), Dongcheng District (151 1002 6587) 东城区方家胡同55号(热力猫俱尔部旁) 1km southeast of Andingmen station (Line 2)

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Friend 朋友 Daily 4pm-4am. Xingfu Sancun 3 Xiang (behind Yashow Market), Sanlitun, Chaoyang District (6413 5525) 朝阳区三里屯幸福三村三巷（雅秀后边 1km west of Tuanjiehu station (Line 10)

photos: mitchell pe masilun and lova

he sign out front instantly brought to mind the seedy cabaret bars 500 yards away on Sanlitun Bar Street. I wasn’t shepherded into Friend by a floppyfringed waif hollering “Beer?” or “Ladybar?” but the queasy familiarity persisted. The room is littered with cheaplooking tables and chairs. The bar carries a respectable assortment of imported beers, but has the look of a cashier’s desk rather than a bar you’d like to perch at for any length of time. The flatscreen TVs are more impressive, but I can’t see anyone seriously choosing Friend for watching sports.

You can order Mexican food from Heaven Supermarket, which ditched this very space for a bigger one around the corner. In fact, Friend and Heaven make an interesting comparison. Heaven isn’t really a bar. It’s just a shop with a huge selection of well-priced alcohol and – this is key – they’re not ashamed of that. Friend wants to be a bar, but doesn’t know how. It’s a bit like that guy at school who tried to impress the cool kids with tales of late nights and loose women. You feel sorry for him, but don’t really want to spend too much time in his company. Iain Shaw

t’s already 6am?” say Gulou bar hoppers as they emerge from Cellar Door into the chirpy sounds of waking hutongs. It’s not uncommon for a pit stop here to last well into the early hours. In its previous incarnation as the Hot Cat Club’s art gallery/bar, the 20sqm space featured psychedelic paintings and no customers. The new management has since proved that a solid collection of beers and late hours are all that the cozy little spot needs to stay afloat. Tsingtaos go for RMB 10; daily specials on selected brews also draw the crowds. And the bar’s got attitude. Squeeze in

on a Friday night to find Nine Inch Nails blasting away followed by the eerie melodies of The xx. Regulars crowd around an iPad – the venue’s de facto jukebox – and fight over song choices from a treasure chest of alternative music. Bedroom wallstyle collages of rock stars flicker in the candlelight. It’s the essential dynamics of a good watering hole that keep Cellar Door bustling. You know everyone after one drink. And after two drinks, your original plans for the night are over, my friend. Nick Richards Also try: El Nido, Cu Ju

Also try: Revolution, Nearby the Tree

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Grape Press

what's new: Bars & restaurants

Eat Local, Drink International

Yoshimura-ya

Pairings for Beijing fare Ammo

Cellar Door Paddy’s Irish Velvet / Bar Jubang

Glen Classic

Third Ring Road

Second Ring Road

Friend

Gang Gang Delicatessen

Ravioli Factory

If you want to find out about even more new restaurants and bars, head to TheBeijinger.com for the latest reviews.

WOKIPEDIA

J IS FOR … … jinzhen gu 金针菇 Known most commonly in the West as enoki by way of Japanese cuisine, golden needle mushrooms also hold their own in Chinese cooking. The white mushrooms are thin and spindly as a gangly teenager. You may run across them at hot pot in your assorted mushroom basket, clustered in clumps like a clique of self-aware adolescents. Or you may encounter them in appetizer form. Like all cold dishes, liangban jinzhen gu (凉拌金针菇) has countless variations – sometimes combined with shredded cucumber or carrot; often tossed with cilantro, garlic and chili; always doused with a liberal helping of oil and vinegar.

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powerhouse: the shengjian bao (生煎包). Because baozi are good, but frying makes everything better. … jiang 酱 Whether you know it or not, jiang is a critical part of your Chinese eating life. Jiangyou (酱油), or soy sauce, is the umami bomb that is splashed into every stir-fry. Just as ubiquitous here in Beijing is majiang (麻酱), the paste ground from sesame seeds. It infuses the sesame shaobing, tops spicy mixed noodles, and at hot pot restaurants, makes a mockery of the potential health benefits of eating blanched vegetables. Tangy tianmian jiang (甜面酱), made from wheat flour and soybean, dresses the sliced duck in the dining room of Duck de Chine and the humble steamed mantou in the hands of the construction worker.

he majority of Beijing’s restaurants do not have wine lists. Beer and baijiu remain stronger presences in a culture where alcohol is not typically matched with specific dishes. Wine’s acidity, however, recommends it over beer (or baijiu) for refreshing palates confronted by the saltier and richer expressions of Beijing cuisine. Those Chinese restaurants that do offer wine usually rely on standard Chinese reds from Changyu, Great Wall and Dynasty, notwithstanding the increasingly diverse offerings from Da Dong et al. Most Chinese reds are based on Cabernet Sauvignon, which, with its long-ripening period and pronounced tannin, is hard to make into decent wine and tough to match with Beijing fare, apart from, say, dun niurou (stewed beef ). This month’s selections are all international wines chosen to match with a specific Beijing dish. Ignore the sommeliers who claim that wine cannot go with their catch-all “Chinese cuisine.” Take your stemware and a bottle to a local restaurant, negotiate corkage and try some combinations for yourself. SELECT SIPS 2008 Ravenswood Zinfandel,

Sonoma County, California (Jebsen, RMB 290) Available at JW Marriott Suitable for kaorou and any Musliminfluenced Beijing roasted meats. Deep ruby with intense prune aromas laced with vanilla oak. Fullbodied with decent fruit, mediumhigh acidity, chewy medium tannins and good length. NV Alsina & Sarda Brut Reserva Cava, Spain (Ruby Red, RMB 150) Available at Veloce Bar Dry sparkling wines can cope very well with salty dishes such as Beijing classic zhajiang mian. This greatvalue Cava has a persistent mousse with pleasant lemon citrus and yeast notes, not-too-high acidity and good length. 2010 Chapel Hill Shiraz, McLaren Vale, South Australia (The Wine Republic, RMB 358) Available at Ammo, InterContinental Beijing Beichen Beijing duck requires a hearty wine, especially given its accompaniments. Deep ruby with attractive blueberry fruit/subtle oak, this wine has a medium-to-full bodied palate, rounded medium tannins and impressive length.

Edward Ragg is co-founder, with Fongyee Walker, of Dragon Phoenix 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.

photo: courtesy of the suppliers

… jian 煎 This cooking verb, which translates as “to fry in shallow oil,” sure gets around. In the morning hours, you’ll encounter jian jidan (煎鸡蛋), the fried egg that flies solo or works as an accompaniment – in these northern parts, it tends to get wedged into a shaobing; down south, it’ll top a bowl of rice noodles. At night, drunkenly in front of Gongti, you probably became intimate with the word by way of a jianbing (煎饼), the beloved egg-crepe of the North. The South counters with their street food

by Edward Ragg

Just DESSERTs

Chew Chew

Less sugary, more refined by Cat Nelson

photo: joey guo

s an American who generally The Japanese chain Mochi prefers her sugar refined and Sweets was the first to convince me plentiful, I found the dessert that daifuku deserved a marker on scene in East Asia a bit grim at the my mental dessert map. Their mall outset. So you learn to find your presence has dwindled in recent sugar fix where you can get it – in months, but a new chain – Piyonya sugar packets accompanying your in Kyoto – has filled the hole. cappuccino or in massive quantities Piyonya offers standard flavors of fruit from your neighborhood as well as modern variations (yogurt stand. But you also push yourself a mousse, coffee, sweet potato). little and broaden your idea of what Served cold, Piyonya’s mochi (RMB 8) constitutes dessert. requires patience – and rewards it – Mochi is one of those less-sacin a way that the supermarket variety charine treats. These does not. Once s n a c k s , m a d e o f they are the double it reaches room pounded glutinous temperature, the cheeseburgers of rice wrapping berice, are quintes sentially Japanese: comes fresh and mochi products refined, delicate and pliant; the interior understated. The elastic rice cake melts, oozing nuanced flavor as it presents some resistance to tooth encounters the warmth of your and jaw, but almost demurely and mouth. indirectly, eventually yielding. The Cotton candy may satisfy my most traditional flavors – taro, black white sugar cravings but daifuku sesame, green tea, red bean – draw mochi is to spun sugar what the on the subtle flavors of roots, seeds, heavy oak of a Chippendale cabinet leaves and legumes. is to Ikea’s particleboard. The quality When stuffed with a filling, they’re of Piyonya’s craftsmanship is clear. known as daifuku mochi, which I like to think of as the double cheesePiynonya in Kyoto burgers of mochi products. The little Daily 10am-10pm. B1/F, Shimao pillows can be quite substantial, with Department Store, Bldg 3, 13 Gongti the stretchy rice concealing a small Beilu, Chaoyang District (8405 9181) boulder of bean paste. 朝阳区工体北路13号3号楼世茂百货地下1层

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Your Beef?

DINING FEATURE

Finding the right cuts in China

iving in the expat bubble is all well and good until it starts taking a serious toll on your wallet. A rump steak at April Gourmet will cost you RMB 90/jin while the same piece of meat in the market sells for RMB 27/jin. A few Sunday dinners later and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re out a hefty chunk of change. The only problem is getting the local butcher to give you what you want. So, do you know your cuts of beef?

US Cuts

rib

sirloin

short loin

tenderloin chuck top sirloin

round brisket bottom sirloin shank neck plate flank

chuck and blade

UK Cuts

shank

sirloin

forerib

rump

topside & silverside neck clod

thick flank

thick rib shin brisket

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thin flank illustrations: xixi

thin rib

Chinese Cuts

fillet / tenderloin 里脊 / 牛柳

highrib 上脑

rib-eye 眼肉

forerib 颈部肉

túnròu

strip loin 外脊

yánròu

jǐngbù ròu

rump 臀肉

lǐjī / niúliǔ

shàngnáo

topside 米龙

wàijī

mǐlóng

neck 颈肉

jǐng ròu

brisket point-end 前胸肉

thick flank 和尚头

spare ribs 带骨腹肉

qián xiōngròu

héshàng tóu

dàigǔ fùròu

shoulder 肩肉 jiān ròu

shank 腱子肉

jiànzi ròu

flank 牛腩 brisket navel-end 胸复肉

niúnán

xiōng fùròu

silverside 黄瓜条

huángguā tiáo

recommended dishes

For venue info, see Directory.

cut of beef

Try this dish

neck 牛颈肉

meat ball 牛肉丸 crispy beef pie 牛肉饼 dumplings with minced spiced beef 酱肉水饺

chuck 肩肉 highrib 上脑

beef noodle soup 红烧牛肉面 fatty beef (hot pot) 肥牛 fatty beef in sour soup 酸汤肥牛

sirloin 外脊/西冷

stir-fried rice noodle with beef 干炒牛河

at Chaoshan Beef Ball Hot Pot 潮汕牛肉丸火锅 Gongting Xiangsu Niurou Bing 宫廷香酥牛肉饼 Shun Yi Fu 顺一府饺子馆 Chef Hung’s Beef Noodle Soup 洪师父牛肉面 Ju Bao Yuan 聚宝源 Shuangliu Laoma Tuto 双流老妈兔头 Richang 日昌茶餐厅

tenderloin/fillet 里脊/牛柳

black pepper filet cubes 黑椒牛柳粒

Ordos Restaurant 敖包会

flank 牛腩

braised beef with turnip 萝卜牛腩煲

GL Cafe 金湖茶餐厅

beef curry 咖喱牛腩 shank 腱子肉 joint 棒骨 tendon 牛筋

spiced beef (cold cuts) 酱牛肉 braised ball joint 酱棒骨 braised tendon noodle soup 牛筋面

tripe 牛肚

flash-boiled tripe 爆肚

oxtail 牛尾

braised oxtail 红烧牛尾

Tai Hing 太兴餐厅 Zhang Ji Jiang Niurou 张记酱牛肉 Dongbei Hu 东北虎 Noodle Bar 面吧 Yaoji Chaogan Dian 姚记炒肝店 or Baodu Feng 爆肚冯 Hong Bin Lou 鸿宾楼 or Zi Guang Yuan 紫光园

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Cathay Specific bartenders take on ancient Chinese ingredients by Paul Ryding

ixological innovators are always on the hunt for new ingredients and flavors to bring an unfamiliar twist to the classic cocktails. As any visit to a TCM apothecary will reveal, China is home to an embarrassment of untapped flavorsome and fragrant riches. We took a trip around the city to find out how local ingredients are put to use in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cocktail lounges.

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The Azalea Blossom cocktail at TRB

photo: courtesy of trb

DRINKS FEATURE Try the Smoked Negroni at Mai Bar.

An obvious candidate for an alcoholic makeover is tea. You can certainly do some magical things with that astringent, tannin-rich morning beverage when it comes to spiking it with alcohol. So profuse are the varieties of tea here in its homeland that combinations are almost limitless and tea-infused blends are a mainstay of many a lounge cocktail list.

The warm, numbing bite of Sichuan peppercorn is a willing accomplice in many a spicy cocktail. It’s often partnered with cloves, star anise and cinnamon to pack maximum punch in liquid form. The strong flavors mix seamlessly with a richer-tasting liqueur like brandy. The earthy flavors buttress the oaky sapor of a good cognac, working together to create an all-round richer taste.

Ingredients Lapsang souchong-infused gin Vermouth Campari Laphroaig whisky Served: Straight up in an Old Fashioned glass, with orange peel and a spray of Laphroaig Lapsang souchong is found in the mountains of Fujian province. It’s a smoky tea by nature and its influence on the traditional Negroni is quickly identifiable. Ginseng has myriad medicinal qualities, but your health is seldom at the forefront of your mind when you’re supping on a cocktail. So why else would we drink a ginsenginfused concoction? Ginseng has a slightly sweet, slightly bitter and slightly warming taste to it, so the contrary root doesn’t necessarily strike us as an imperative ingredient in a delicious cocktail. But it is also said to have both calming and recuperative qualities, acting as a kind of a natural blend of valium and Red Bull. Try The Night is Young at Temple Restaurant Beijing. Ingredients Ginseng-infused vodka (including “female ginseng,” “poor man’s ginseng,” rehmannia root and kumquat) Vermouth rosso Campari Served: Mixed and stirred for ten seconds before straining into a rock glass with ice. Garnished with orange zest. It’s ginseng’s medicinal qualities that give it the nod in this mix. The vodka works to keep the qualities honest, and to retain the natural flavor of the infusion. Far from being unrequited, the vodka gets a more complex taste out of the relationship.

Try the Sichuan Beauty at Flamme. Ingredients Ketel One vodka infused with chilli and green Sichuan peppercorn Passion fruit syrup Fresh lemon juice

Hawthorn berry also features in several local libations – unsurprisingly, given its natural piquancy and dazzling crimson hue. An ingredient that is both functional and aesthetic is the Holy Grail in cocktail production. Hawberry, however, is powerfully sour; it takes an expert to tame its tangy tendencies well enough for use in a potion. Try the Hawthorn Whisky Sour at Mai Bar. Ingredients Hawberry-infused Jim Beam whisky Fresh lemon juice Simple syrup

Served: Shaken with ice and strained into a cocktail glass. Garnished with an orange twist.

Served: Shaken over ice in an Old Fashioned glass. Garnished with orange peel and two dried hawthorns.

Chilli has proven to be a popular ingredient at Flamme, so they developed a mix with more floral flavors to add complexity. Sichuan peppers can be quite heavy, but the less fiery green ones go well with the aromatic passion fruit to create a much lighter and more fragrant cocktail than you might think.

Hawthorn provides a fruity, tangy hit and almost all the sugar needed for this twist on a classic. Simultaneously sweet and sour, it goes down like a liquefied (and pretty potent) skewer of candied haws.

The pickled chilli pepper is more often found on a food menu than on a cocktail one. It provides a piquant saline oomph to everything from the humble chicken feet hors d’oeuvre to the sour soup dishes common in Guizhou cuisine. Harnessing the salty spice properties in a brine makes a dynamic ingredient.

Ingredients Ketel One vodka Noilly Prat dry vermouth House-made pickled chilli brine

Try the Dirty Huatini at Twilight.

The Huatini was born when Twilight manager Daisuke Onishi realized the potential of the pickled chilli in a staffer’s meal. Replacing the gently bitter taste of the olive brine used in a regular Dirty Martini, the solution possesses sour, spicy and salty elements, which add heat to a cocktail lounge mainstay.

Served: Stirred and served in a martini glass with cucumber, and a stuffed olive from the pickle brine.

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COCKTAIL PROFILER Frank Zou, Temple Restaurant Beijing

rinks took a while to serve up as Frank painstakingly mixed his concoctions to perfection. He was fascinating to watch in action. His workspace resembled a laboratory – by the time the drinks were

finished, decanters were strewn about. Frank’s enthusiasm for exhibiting his mixing skills – and many rounds of complimentary aperitifs – saw our subjects, and our photographer, leave TRB slightly worse for wear.

ROB

NATHAN

Interesting fact: Rob was coached by the great David Beckham at the age of 13, though, he says, it did little to help his footballing skills.

Interesting fact: An expectant father, Nathan says he needs cocktail inspirations for the sleepless nights he is likely to encounter soon.

The resulting drink: DB Martini

The resulting drink: The Snooze Button

Ingredients: 45ml black truffle-infused cachaça 30ml lemon juice 30ml egg white 15ml simple syrup Served: Shaken for ten seconds before the ice is added, and then strained into a chilled martini glass. Garnished with nutmeg powder. “The process of making it reminded me of chemistry class. In the end, it was refreshing and strong. A James Bond-style martini.”

Ingredients: 45ml vodka ginseng infusion (vodka infused with ginseng angelica roots, saffron flower, and pine nuts) 30ml Vermouth Rosso 15ml Campari

MARIA Interesting fact: Maria loves to go dancing to beat the Beijing winter blues. And although she says she can’t brag about her skills, she once won a Kinder Egg in a dancing competition. The resulting drink: The Dancing Blossom Ingredients: 45ml herbal flower gin infusion 30ml raspberry purée 15ml simple syrup 5ml homemade osaman bitters

Served: Mixed together and strained into an Old Fashioned glass with a splash of Angostura bitters. “Intense and interesting in the sense that it’s layered. Orange comes first, before the Campari and ginseng shine through.”

Served: Shaken together and strained into a chilled martini glass. Garnished with rose petals.

Every month, we ask one of the city’s expert mixologists to profile a selection of Beijingers based on a single snapshot and a brief factoid.

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If you’d like one of Beijing’s best bartenders to create a drink especially for you, email us at do@thebeijinger.com with a photo and an interesting fact about yourself.

photos: mitchell photo: pe joey masilun guo

“Fruity and delicious. I can’t drink it slowly. Makes me wanna go dancing.”

Pear Necessities

ALLEYWAY GOURMET

Manchu munchies and more by Lilly Chow

it’s practically ambrosial. Throat soothed? Good. Now you can focus on the dishes. Think of Xiao Diao as a less expensive version of Najia Xiaoguan, the popular Manchu restaurant. If you like risotto, broth, velvet, comfort, porridge, chickens or the soul, you owe it to yourself to try the braised chicken with rice (RMB 24). Spoon up some plumpened grains, close your eyes and let the flavor hug you. If you want to revisit the pear in solid form, order the deep-fried shrimp with pear ball (RMB 38). It lays out a satisfying spectrum of texture, from the mouth-filling giant prawns to the fruity spheres that are crisper than the batter that coats them. Rouding mantou (RMB 4 each) may be billed as “steamed bun with meat filling” but they function best as a (deep-fried) bready sidekick to a saucy dish, such as the delightfully zingy eggplant appetizer (RMB 16). Desserts are strictly optional.

The “cheese fish” pudding (RMB 12) tastes like an oily flan, but it dances on its plate with an irresistible jiggle. Expect tee-hee-hees all around. “Cooked pear in red wine” (RMB 22), another one of Xiao Diao’s signature dishes, has a gorgeous crimson hue and that luscious sandpaper texture that all pears seem to share, but the poaching liquid is more likely to have been an oversweet cherry liqueur than red wine. “Tastes like cough syrup,”

your dining companions may say. Which, depending on the state of your lungs, may suit you just fine. Xiao Diao Pear Soup 小吊梨汤 Daily 10am-10pm. Ritan Highlife, 39 Shenlu Jie (opposite north gate of Ritan Park), Chaoyang District (8563 4998) 朝阳区朝阳区神路街39号院 1km southwest of Dongdaqiao station (Line 6)

photos: sui

he pear often gets a bad rap. It’s bad enough that the fruit is overshadowed by its popular cousin, apple, but the word “pearshaped” connotes disappointment and failure (and pre-diabetes, if you’re referring to somebody’s figure). Also, superstitious Chinese will gasp if they see you trying to split a pear with a loved one. “Stop! It symbolizes separation!” they’ll shout. The pear does have its defenders. Practitioners of TCM laud the fruit for its excellent “cooling” properties, ideal for calming the coughs signifying that one’s internal heat has gotten the upper hand. Pear apparently moisturizes parched lungs better than a humidifier at full blast. So the next time you’re suffering from a hacking dry cough, get thee to Xiao Diao Pear Soup. A bright copper kettle of pear soup costs RMB 28. Warm and thick, the pale golden elixir coats the throat. It’s only mildly sweet but compared to most TCM decoctions,

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TASTE TEST

when pork fibers go frizzy by Cat Nelson

t’s one of those Chinese words with an elusive translation. Pork floss, pork wool … neither of them quite seem to get at the essence of rousong (肉松). This fluffy preserved meat – which tends to frighten China first-timers – is commonly eaten straight up with a bland, white rice porridge. It can also be found, often unexpectedly, folded into countless pastries and sweet breads.

spicy pork floss bun Weiduomei (RMB 6) “Smells like KFC. Very fatty. Very greasy.” “Oh, please tell me this isn’t mayonnaise.” “Like a geode but with mayo, ugh. What a terrible, unexpected idea. I was hoping for custard.” “Wow, decadent. It’s the colonial pork floss ... the local has been usurped by the foreign influence of mayo.” “Like a tuna sandwich but disgusting and drizzled with chilli powder.” “This is pork floss you don’t eat if you’re on the World Health Store challenge.”

pork floss roll (rousong juan) Furuilin Xidian (RMB 2) “The sponge cake is astonishingly flavorless.” “This is like discovering a beautiful women has had plastic surgery. Tastes like soft foam plastic.” “It’s pleasant creamy bread.” “Cool Whip’s poor cousin, and the sad attempt at masking it with dried meat: a short film.” “Tastes like the office birthdaycake budget just got cut.”

Fire Flosss BreadTalk (RMB 8) “This is the one you’d use to introduce pork floss to laowai.” “It’s like a fat guy overwhelming you.” “If pork floss had been included on Voyager 2, this would be it. The Chinese should use this for pork floss diplomacy.” “Like I said, it’s for the aliens.” “For someone who doesn’t think they deserve protein … just enough to taunt them, not enough to satisfy.” “Fluffy with a spicy kickback. Like buttered bread dipped in a mild hot pot.”

green tea pork floss roll Honey Bear (RMB 5) “A pastry frock with a shredded-meat bustle. The pineapple ‘glue’ is as bright as sequins – and just as unnecessary.” “The green tea flavor is quite relaxing. Unfortunately, I don’t taste the floss at all” “It’s like a pina colada with pork floss. And getting caught in the rain” “This is like Miles Davis circa Bitches Brew. Throw in green tea and pork floss – boom – it’s jazz fusion pork floss!” “The green tea powder totally crashed the party. I like my floss in more intimate settings”

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calamari pork sung bread 85 Degrees (RMB 5.5) “It’s like looking down at a ginger Muppet.” “Or a member of the Ghostbusters.” “This marriage of cuttlefish and pig seems like a troubled one. Hope they signed a pre-nup.” “It smells like a dog and it’s very chewy. I don’t recommend it for people over 55.” “I like the staleness of it.” “Punk look, ‘stunk’ flavor.”

pork floss danish Golden Phoenix Bakery (RMB 5.5) “Oh gross, someone inserted low- grade cardboard in my sandwich.” “It’s like an old cushion that resists fluffing.” “This pork floss tastes unusually cold. I bet it’s filled with yin energy.” “Looks like the Sahara Desert. Whoa … tastes like it too.” “The pork floss here is like the bassist from Coldplay – pretty much pointless.”

Children’s Pork Fiber Jinkelong (RMB 18.80 per box) “Crunchy fizzy. Tastes like a frizzedperm looks.” “Warm as a sun-toasted beach and as complicated as Carly Rae Jepsen.” “Just like the pork floss I ate when I was little. What more can I say? Those memories are perfect.” “This feels illicit. Like I should be rolling a RMB 100 bill and pulling out my credit card. But it’s not as intense as I thought it would be.” “This is the cotton candy of pork products.”

crispy rolls (jinsi juan) Bee Cheng Hiang (RMB 120 per 500g) “Are you sure the chef didn’t put any dirt in this?” “Very efficient delivery system. There’s something very munitions-like about it. They’re like little powder kegs.” “It has certainly declared war on saliva – complete annihilation.” “Aw yeah, it’s got the satisfying crunch of a dog treat.”

unsweetened pork floss (wutang rousong) Daoxiangcun (RMB 72 per 500g) “Oh, I wasn’t expecting these nuances. It’s like a German art-song or Strauss tone poem. The Rilke of pork floss.” “Yes, there’s an emotional heaviness.” “If you boarded up a closet for decades, all the flavors would intermingle and get matted together. This tastes like that.” “This is cask-aged, single malt floss.” “If I were eating the earth in a rose bed, the flavor experience would be similar.”

The Verdict Our Chinese co-worker called it from the outset when she exclaimed, unprompted, “Oh, my favorite!” at the sight of BreadTalk’s Fire Flosss. Did her favoritism influence us unduly? Hard to say, but most of us agreed that it had the most potential for “pork floss diplomacy” – a goodwill offering to ease culture shock and calm tensions. For veterans, Daoxiangcun’s unsweetened pork floss offered a more sophisticated, layered bouquet. Still, none of this masks the fact rousong is steel wool masquerading as meat.

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Q&A

High Steaks

Andreas Block, chef de cuisine at The CUT, The Fairmont Beijing by Cat Nelson

hef Block is a man who knows his meats and marbling. He also loves his beer and has teamed up with Great Leap Brewery to create a beer degustation tasting menu in April. He recently gave us the low-down on steak, his favorite Beijing brews and his wife’s cooking.

Marilyn Mai and Josh Ong

our Former Dining Editor and Dining Contributor

Every month, we ask noteworthy Beijingers to imagine their final meal before leaving the city for good. The “venue” We’d gather a dozen electric scooters (starting with our own, which is yellowed, cracked and rusted from four years of dutiful service), fashion them into a raft, and solder some trays onto the handlebars for convenient on-the-go dining. Because our beloved food spots stretch from Wudaokou to Guomao, we’ll need to be mobile for this.

The mains We can never get enough of dough in its many forms, so we’ll drop by the Sanlitun Noodle Bar at 3.3 for a hearty bowl of eggplant and diced pork noodles, complete with the little egg hat on top. Then we’ll scoot up Xiaoyun Lu for a stop at Smiling Dumplings. Wanton for wontons, we’ll get an order of their mala

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The dessert We’d go a little lighter on dessert: mango puree and mango chunks with coconut ice cream and sago at Hui Lau Shan, followed by the almond-jello shaved ice at Din Tai Fung. The entertainment By now, our scooter flotilla will have picked up dozens of curious Chinese onlookers who’ve leapt astraddle our bikes. With their help, we’ll construct an acrobatic human pyramid spinning all the plates and takeout containers we’ve eaten clean. Once in formation, we’ll traverse the northeast corner of the Third Ring, then cut up to the Birds’ Nest to do some donuts on the Olympic Green. Goodbye, Beijing.

How do you prefer your steak? Depends on the cut. My credo is: The fattier a piece of meat is, the more I like it cooked to make sure that the fat melts and adds its flavor to the meat. I would never go further than medium. What’s the most important technique in cooking a great steak? “I would never What food do you It’s all about patience. miss most? go further Take your time to give it There is actually not a really good sear, which than medium” much that I miss from gives you the flavor. home. What’s the biggest mistake? What would you most like to The biggest mistakes start when cook in Beijing, but can’t? people try to save money and buy In Germany, we had a calf ’s head a cheaper quality beef. The other cheese on the menu but I am not big mistake is when people are too able to get it here. I also would rushed and do not let it rest enough love to make blood sausage but before eating. cannot buy fresh pig’s blood (that I can trust). How does creating a beer and food-pairing menu differ from, If you could only eat one dish for say, wine pairing? the rest of your life, what would First, I sacrificed myself (with pleasit be? ure) by undertaking three beerAny kind of sandwich! Bread, meat tasting sessions. It’s different from and cheese is the best dish there is. wine pairing because beer has deeper flavors. Whereas with wine, it’s Sample Chef Block’s steaks along primarily about sour or sweet, with with Great Leap’s bre ws at The beer it is also about bitter or mild Fairmont Beijing on Apr 19.

photos: courtesy of marilyn mai and the fairmont beijing

The starters First stop: Shin Yeh in Zhongguancun, where we’ll grab some shrimp and taro rolls, dusting them with 300 API air on the way to Fangjia Hutong. At Aimo Town, we’ll get an order of the billowy fried rice gratin and a refreshing mint salad. We continue south to Banzhuo at Soho Shangdu for their awesome popcorn chicken, followed by Du Hsiao Yueh at Parkview Green for their traditional oyster omelettes and some of the shrimp, too – oh, the joy of the bubbly-crispy edge of the potato-starch batter.

chaoshou alongside their potstickers, which have just the right ratio of savory meatball to toothsome wrapper. Then it ’s back over to Haidian for another one of our favorite dishes. The dapan ji at BLCU’s Muslim restaurant is still the most satisfying version, especially with an extra order of the fat, chewy noodles to finish off the peppery sauce. Now probably suffering from carb overload, we might stop at Cai Yi Xuan for the braised pork belly with abalone and truffle, then also at Nanjing Impressions for their melt-in-the-mouth lion’s head meatball.

(based on the amount of hops). Do you prefer your wife’s homestyle version of pork adobo or your more refined variation? I love the way my wife cooks it at home, especially love the flavor combination of sweet, sour and salty without drifting into Chinese sweet-and-sour. I can honestly say I probably prefer my wife’s version because it’s pure comfort food. Favorite place for a beer in Beijing? Apart from Great Leap Brewery, it would be one of the German microbreweries, especially Drei Kronen 1308.

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Every month, we like to shine a spotlight on some of the most delicious dishes we’ve stumbled upon recently. Dig in! breakfast selection Alba Cafe It’s nice to find a place that does breakfast exactly the way you want it. Alba’s extensive breakfast selection means you can pick and choose from a wide range of healthy to hearty fair. If you fancy something light, go for a multigrain roll topped with slices of gouda, cucumbers, tomatoes and fried mushrooms on the side. Heavier options include sausages, fried egg and hash browns (more like fried, quartered potatoes. Still pretty tasty, though). You could of course, make all of this stuff at home – but why bother with the washing up? grilled beef Kaorouji, RMB 118 Served on a hot round griddle, the seasoned beef is tender and tasty, made fragrant by cilantro and leek. Not oily at all. You may end up stinking of charcoal, but it’s well worth it! peanut butter cookie Ahava Bistro, RMB 5 (small), RMB 10 (large) Deliciously rich, chewy and fresh. This cookie, half-dipped in chocolate ganache, should more than sate the wildest sweet tooth. If you’re feeling greedy, then why not overindulge and go large? At ten kuai a piece, you’ll hardly break the bank. boboji Zhang Mama, RMB 3 per skewer This great little place in Fensiting Hutong serves an eye-wateringly spicy Szechuan soup in which you soak skewers of tofu, meat and vegetables. For reasons unbe knownst to me, they ser ve this soup at lukewarm temperature, but

if you look confused and pitiable for long enough, they’ll take it back and heat it up. Staffed by some of the warmest and most welcoming locals I have ever met, this hole-in-the-wall is hugely popular. Show up early, otherwise you won’t get a seat. baozi Shop outside Jingsong subway station (Exit C), RMB 1 It looks like all of the other cheapand-cheerful takeaway stands dotted around the city, but they serve up some of the best baozi I’ve had in Beijing. There’s a wide range of fillings on offer – cabbage, chives and the like – but it was their pork that really made my mind reel. Juicy, substantial, robust. These guys don’t skimp on the meat, which makes for the perfect pork-to-dough ratio. small cheese platter Le Fromager de Pekin, RMB 260 Are you thinking of baguettes? You should be when you can get 1.3 kilos of locally crafted French cheese for a steal. The small platter features six cheeses (but you can step up to the large platter for nine) including their signature Blue de Pekin and “Beijing Grey” Camembert. Burger & Brew Plan B, RMB 50 A sweet package deal featuring the house cheeseburger – a succulent beef patty on a sesame seed bun with cheese and jalapenos, barbecued before you on the grill out front. If you’re feeling plush, get a portion of delicious house-made potato salad or a slice of bacon for an extra RMB 5. All that, with a beer thrown in, makes a contented caveman out of me.

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2013 READER RESTAURANT AWARDS

e announced the winners of the Beijinger’s 2013 Reader Restaurant Awards on March 14. Read on for the full list of winning and outstanding restaurants chosen by our readers – as well as our Editors’ Picks. For in-depth coverage and analysis of the awards, plus exclusive web-only Experts’ Picks, check out TheBeijinger.com.

RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR (NON-CHINESE, FINE DINING) TRB (Temple Restaurant Beijing) Outstanding Mosto SALT

RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR (NON-CHINESE, CASUAL)

Alameda Hatsune

CAFE

Best Maan Coffee Outstanding Wagas Comptoirs de France

CANTONESE (FINE DINING)

RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR (CHINESE)

Best Summer Palace, China World Hotel Outstanding Fook Lam Moon, China World Summit Wing Zen5es, Westin Beijing Chaoyang

NEW RESTAURANT (CHINESE)

Best Daniel Urdaneta, Mosto/Modo Outstanding Brian Reimer, Maison Boulud Paulo da Sousa, SALT

Annie’s Outstanding Home Plate Bar-B-Que Biteapitta

Da Dong Roast Duck Outstanding Haidilao Din Tai Fung

Best Lost Heaven Outstanding Southern Barbarian My Soup

NEW RESTAURANT (NON-CHINESE) Best Wagas Outstanding The Big Smoke Q Mex

BAKERY

Best Comptoirs de France Outstanding Kempi Deli, Kempinski Hotel Beijing South German Bakery

CHEF (FINE DINING)

CHEF (CASUAL)

Best Adam Murray, Home Plate Bar-B-Que Outstanding Jun Trinh, 4corners Jeff Powell, Back Alley Bistro/ Frost

DESSERTS

Best Capital M Outstanding S.T.A.Y., Shangri-La Hotel Cafe de la Poste

DIM SUM

BEIJING DUCK

Best Jin Ding Xuan Outstanding Lei Garden Tang Palace

BUSINESS LUNCH

Best Din Tai Fung Outstanding Baoyuan Jiaozi Wu Mr. Shi’s Dumplings

Best Da Dong Roast Duck Outstanding Duck de Chine Quanjude Best Mosto Outstanding 40

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DUMPLINGS

FRENCH (FINE DINING)

Best Maison Boulud Outstanding Brasserie Flo TRB (Temple Restaurant Beijing)

FRENCH (CASUAL) Best Café de la Poste Outstanding Le Petit Gourmand Crepanini

“GREEN” RESTAURANT Best Element Fresh Outstanding The Veggie Table The Orchard

HOTEL BRUNCH

Best Bubbalicious at Seasonal Tastes, Westin Chaoyang Outstanding Feast, EAST Beijing Aroma, Ritz-Carlton Beijing

FOR IMPRESSING VISITORS (NON-CHINESE CUISINE)

Best TRB (Temple Restaurant Beijing) Outstanding Capital M Hatsune

FOR IMPRESSING VISITORS (CHINESE CUISINE) Best Da Dong Roast Duck Outstanding Duck de Chine Haidilao

INDIAN/PAKISTANI Best Ganges Outstanding Taj Pavilion Indian Kitchen

ITALIAN (FINE DINING) Best Tavola

Outstanding Mercante Barolo, Ritz-Carlton Beijing

ITALIAN (CASUAL) Best Annie’s Outstanding La Pizza LM Plus

JAPANESE Best Hatsune Outstanding Matsuko Nobu

KOREAN

Best Saveurs de Corée Outstanding Han Na Shan Iki

LATE-NIGHT DINING Best Bellagio Outstanding Jin Ding Xuan Haidilao

MIDDLE EASTERN Best Biteapitta Outstanding 1001 Nights Rumi

MEXICAN Best Luga’s Outstanding Q Mex Taco Bar

OUTDOOR DINING (FINE DINING) Best Capital M Outstanding Dali Courtyard Susu

OUTDOOR DINING (CASUAL)

Best Element Fresh Outstanding Blue Frog Xiao Wang Fu (Ritan Park)

PERSONALITY (FINE DINING)

Best Ignace Lecleir, TRB (Temple Restaurant Beijing) Outstanding Gaby Alves, SALT Alex Molina, Modo/Mosto

PERSONALITY (CASUAL)

Best Seth Grossman, Home Plate Bar-B-Que Outstanding Rich Akers, Gung Ho! Pizza Jun Trinh, 4corners

PIZZA

Best La Pizza Outstanding Gung Ho! Pizza Kro’s Nest

PLACE FOR CELEBRATION (FINE DINING)

Best TRB (Temple Restaurant Beijing) Outstanding Migas Capital M

PLACE FOR CELEBRATION (CASUAL) Best Kro’s Nest Outstanding Tairyo Teppanyaki Annie’s

RESTAURANT ENTREPRENEUR

Best Seth Grossman & Adam Murray, Home Plate Bar-B-Que Outstanding Matt Wong & Andrew Papas, Two Guys and a Pie Will Yorke, Vineyard Cafe

FOR A ROMANTIC DINNER Best TRB (Temple Restaurant Beijing) Outstanding Capital M Maison Boulud

SALADS

Best Element Fresh Outstanding Wagas Annie’s

Outstanding Transit Spice Spirit

TRB (Temple Restaurant Beijing)

SICHUAN (CASUAL)

Best Annie’s Outstanding Home Plate Bar-B-Que Biteapitta

Best Meizhou Dongpo Outstanding Chuan Ban Chengdu Representative Office Restaurant

SOUTHEAST ASIAN

SANDWICHES Best Element Fresh Outstanding Wagas Bocata

Best Nyonya Kitchen Outstanding Cafe Sambal Orchard 7

SPANISH/TAPAS

SERVICE (NON-CHINESE, FINE DINING)

Best Migas Outstanding Carmen Agua

Best TRB (Temple Restaurant Beijing) Outstanding Maison Boulud Capital M

STEAK (FINE DINING)

SERVICE (NON-CHINESE, CASUAL)

STEAK (CASUAL)

Best Annie’s Outstanding Gung Ho! Pizza Element Fresh

Best Morton’s Steakhouse Outstanding Mosto SALT Best Flamme Outstanding Union Bar & Grille Cafe de la Poste

THAI

SERVICE (CHINESE CUISINE) Best Haidilao Outstanding Din Tai Fung Da Dong Roast Duck

SICHUAN (FINE DINING) Best South Beauty

Best Purple Haze Outstanding Banana Leaf Lime Cafe

VALUE (FINE DINING) Best Mosto Outstanding SALT

VALUE (CASUAL)

VIETNAMESE Best Susu Outstanding Muse 4corners

WESTERN BREAKFAST Best Element Fresh Outstanding Grandma’s Kitchen Vineyard Cafe

WINGS

Best Blue Frog Outstanding Home Plate Bar-B-Que Union Bar & Grille

WINE LIST

Best TRB (Temple Restaurant Beijing Outstanding Maison Boulud Enoterra

XINJIANG

Best Xinjiang Islam (Xinjiang Provincial Office) Outstanding Red Rose Crescent Moon

BEST YUNNAN Best Middle 8th Outstanding Dali Courtyard In and Out

EDITORS’ PICKS Best Afternoon Tea

Best Crepes

Best Japanese

Best Shengjian Bao

Best All-Day Dining

Best Dumplings

Best Jerk Chicken

Best Taiwanese

Best Events

Best Pizza by the Slice

Best Venue Design

Raffles Beijing

Kerry’s Kitchen, Kerry Hotel Beijing

Best Bagels Tavalin Bagels

Best Bakery

Gang Gang Delicatessen

Best Burritos Lucky Lopez

Moment Cafe

Smiling Dumplings Hilton Beijing

Best Fried Chicken Nola

Best Italian (High-end)

Cepe, Ritz-Carlton Financial Street

Sake Manzo

Jamaica Me Crazy Pizza Plus

Wang Jia Sha

Du Hsiao Yueh

Horizon, Kerry Hotel Beijing

Best Tandoori

Best Venue Design

Best Saturday Champagne Brunch

Best Venue Design

Tadka, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast

Aroma, Ritz-Carlton Beijing

Kerry’s Pantry, Kerry Hotel Beijing Kerry’s Kitchen, Kerry Hotel Beijing APRIL 2013

Things to do, places to be, stuff to try Where on earth can you buy this perfume? See p45.

SINK-OR-SWIM MANDARIN // IMPROV COMEDY // KITCHEN GEAR // PAGE TURNERS

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photo: courtesy of the organizers

Darkroom Night at Atelier (Apr 18)

FEATURE

Funny You Should Ask

Get your ribs tickled at Beijing Improv’s comedy fest by Nick Richards

ander into Hot Cat Club on a Wednesday night and your long-repressed dreams of becoming a comedian might just come true. At the very least, you’ll be treated to a rib-tickling game of cowboys and Indians as Beijing Improv hones their craft during their weekly workshop. The bilingual troupe has been entertaining packed theaters in the capital since 2007. This month, they host their 4th Annual Beijing Improv Comedy Festival, bringing together local troupes and professional comedians from abroad.

photo: courtesy of the organizers

The local scene Beijing’s improv scene includes the All-Nü troupe (for women only) and ImproPekin (for Francophones). Improv First, established to help train Chinese actors in Western comedy styles, has gained a high profile locally. They have even been asked to train local television hosts how to be funny. Going global Shanghai, Xiamen and Hong Kong will all be dispatching their local improv teams to Beijing. The Pirates of Tokyo Bay, a Japanese troupe known for their rapid-fire wit, are expected as well. Other overseas comedy boats will be sailing in from as far away as Brisbane and Istanbul. Will they bring more than just jokes about air pollution and traffic conditions on the Third Ring Road? Fingers crossed. Just for laughs? Over nine days, the festival will showcase skits, standup, improvised musicals and long-form pieces. Profits from the festival will go to Hua Dan, an NGO which uses out-of-the-box theater techniques to help migrant workers develop soft skills for the workplace. It’s all for a good cause, so even if you don’t like to laugh, you’re not Scrooge. Give these brave performers a chance. The 4th Annual Beijing Improv Comedy Festival takes place Apr 8-21 at Penghao Theater.

To prove how hilarious they are, Beijing’s comedy community took a poke at TheBeijinger.com’s listings and classified ads. Thanks to Jehan Azad, Paul Creasy, Lottie Dowling, Dawn Estes, Toby Jarman, Calvin Pollak and Jack Smith. JOBS OFFERED – PROFESSIONAL

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Can’t Get a Guy? Not cute like the Asian ladies? Cute training! Every Saturday learn to attract men by being needy and saying “taoyan, taoyan, taoyan” in just the right way!

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English Teacher Looking for Meaningful Student I’ve been teaching English here for five years and am now looking to actually help a student learn English instead of coming on to them creepily. Contact Steve on 09238049328 if you’re down for some hot participle action. PERSONALS – MISSED CONNECTIONS

Desperately Seeking “Tall Handsome Guy” We met at Nanjie Bar last Friday at 2am. We talked about the BJ music scene and you asked for my phone to put in your number. You left suddenly and took my phone - and my heart. Meet me back at Nanjie on Friday (and please bring my phone?) Desperately Seeking “Xiao Wang” We met at Tuanjiehu park last Saturday morning. You were doing Taiji and wearing a “I heart Dashan” t-shirt and I was practicing Kungfu. We shared a jianbing and talked about how most other douchebag foreigners hang out with other foreigners. When you put away your hand carved chopsticks I knew we were meant for each other. Meet me on the west bridge at The Summer Palace, Sunday at sunset. PERSONALS – WOMEN SEEKING MEN

Thirty-five-year-old successful woman Searching for a Chinese Rastafarian. Must own at least three woven ponchos. Dreadlocks a plus, but no armpit hair. Trustafarians need not respond. Seeking Single Man So I Can Make Him Feel Even More Single Looking for a nice, single guy who’s maybe a little awkward around women, but is actually quite attractive and a really great person. I’m gonna make him fall in love with me but never, ever hook up with him because I’m in a long-distance relationship with a dude who sucks. That’s just what I’m into. Message me! Xoxo

SERVICES – AYI / HOUSEKEEPING

Ayi Available: No cooking, dusting, washing, ironing, plant watering, dish washing or bed making but will do everything else. SERVICES – CAR RENTAL

Taxi available No, actually I’m going the other direction. SERVICES – HEALTH

Pollution Getting you Down? Build up your resistance with the “RingRoadRunners!” Every time the pollution index hits 300 or more, join RiRoRun at 7:30am at Dongzhimen NW corner to get jogging and build up the strength of our favorite organs. #mylungs Never get a seat on the bus? Get pushed around in the elevator? Fake pregnancy belly for hire! Strap it on and see the results immediately! - Get seats on the bus - Let others give you the first taxi - Never get pushed around in the subway - Eat as much as you want without the fear of criticism Models for men and women available. LOST AND FOUND

Lost: My self respect. At The Den. Last Friday night sometime between 3am-6am. Missing: A White Guy Have you guys seen my white guy? Msg me if so. His details: -Between age 22 and 28, 140 and 185 lbs, 5’7” and 6’2” -Currently between seasons three and four of THE WIRE -Is a teacher or student; last seen in Wudaokou, Sanlitun, or Boston, MA -Answers to “bro”, “dude”, “man”, or “Matt” -Is white

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flash gaudy WHAT’S NEW restaurants

Decorem

Daily 10am-8pm. L319-320, 3/F, Huamao Shopping Center, 81 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District (8584 6666/1188) 黛可蓝国际家居生活馆, 朝阳区建国路81号华贸购物中心3层L319-320号 200m north of Dawanglu station (Line 1)

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and sparkly are in high supply, but it’s also the place to go if you’re in the market for a burntorange pleather couch or a zebra-print upholstered bench (RMB 21,900). Few items escape embellishment by cascades of crystals, mirrored glass, rhinestone accents, or shaggy tufts of faux fur. Some of the less outrageous items – both in design and price – can be found in the store’s glassware section, where colored vases and stemware start at around RMB 500. Big-ticket items include a queen-sized bed with an ornate plum-colored headboard (RMB 15,800), a champagne-hued brocade couch (RMB

18,000), and a taupe satin sofa accented with crystal studs (RMB 8,000). A pastel pink crushed velvet chair and matching ottoman sit like a throne in the jam-packed space, waiting for a reality-show queen bee to snatch it up – is Real Housewives of Beijing slated for production? The next time you find yourself staring at an empty room in a new apartment, think beyond Mad Men modernism and Swedish utilitarianism, and remember the Decorem ethos: More is more. Jessica Folker Also try: Chengwaicheng, Crossover Center

photo: sui

he third floor of Huamao Shopping Center is packed with home decor shops displaying tasteful mid-century modern wares that will appeal to the style-conscious nouveau riche who shop at nearby Prada and Fendi. For some, however, black leather Barcelona chairs and Le Corbusier couches are far too austere. For those committed to full-time fabulousness, there’s Decorem. Other than the passed-out salesperson slumped on a couch, a trip to Decorem couldn’t be less like wandering through Ikea’s forests of pine and sensible fabrics. Shades of pink, mauve,

tracing Paper

WHAT’S NEW Venues & shops

Fabriano Boutique Daily 10am-10pm. S4-13A, 1/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (6416 4562) www.fabrianoboutique.com 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区S4-13A 800km west of Tuanjiehu station (Line 10)

hat to buy the person who has everything? Perhaps you could get him a fancy Italian notebook (RMB 209). A notebook so fancy that it’s made with the paper preferred by Michelangelo and Raffaelo and Goya, by the same parchment pioneers who invented the watermark and who now print the Euro. For a brand with such a rich heritage – it dates back to 1264 – Fabriano Boutique’s new flagship store in Sanlitun sells surprisingly fresh and minimalist stationary in a rather bright and modern setting. It’s currently working a spring theme with daffodils in pots and light-green everythings. The Italian brand’s first foray into the Asian market should be a successful one, as professional types will surely enjoy the office chic items on offer, from leather-bound business

card holders in beige or pastels (RMB 309) to sleek brown bags at around RMB 4,000. Fabriano Boutique’s main appeal, however, is its artistic bona fides. Creative types (those who actually make money, that is) might want to invest in their cute-but-classy colored pencil sets held together in a rolled-up thread pencil case (RMB 499 for 24 colors), or their asymmetric stacks of colored paper (RMB 399) – which, even if you can’t draw – would make you look artsy. While you’re there, splash out on some mini hanging cardboard elephants (RMB 129) or a Pinocchio pencil (RMB 59), which are both rather whimsical and extortionate. But if you’re just there for the paper, then by all means, go on and cop a feel. Sarah Karacs Also try: Paper Pounder Press

nose no limits Scent Library 气味图书馆 1) B1/F, NLG42, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District; 2) Daily 10am-9.40pm. SLG29, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. http://scentlibrary.taobao.com 1) 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village北区地下1层NLG42; 2) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village 南区地下1层SLG29

900km west of Tuanjiehu station (Line 10)

photos: joey guo and lova

e all know Beijing’s air is toxic. What gets left out in all the talk about AQI and PM2.5 is this simple fact about the air we breathe: It smells weird. If the stench of coal and car exhaust doesn’t seep into your clothes, hair, and pores, it’s the cigarette stink that will get you. While you may not be able to save your lungs, there’s still hope for your nostrils at Scent Library, a fragrance chain offering olfactory relief for your body, home, and even your car. The stores carry a broad selection of Demeter Fragrance Library’s cologne sprays (RMB 285 for 30ml). An English-speaking salesperson handed me a half-dozen sample wands he’d spritzed with some of Demeter’s most distinctive scents, like “Gin and Tonic,” “Paperback,” and the surprisingly pleasant spring gardening smell of “Dirt.” If you like your fragrances less literal and don’t

mind dropping some cash, the store carries perfumes and colognes from Six Scents (starting at RMB 1,298) and Histoires de Parfums (RMB 1,299 for 60ml). Has your bizarre mint-phobia caused you years of suffering from halitosis? No more excuses. Scent Librar y carries Margaret Josefin designer toothpastes (RMB 55) and liquid breath fresheners (RMB 70) in flavors like watermelon, cola, and curry. Now to your surroundings. There are fragrance tins from California Scents (RMB 65) that are designed to freshen up your car. If you don’t have a ride, infuse your smallest room with Napa Grape or Palm Springs Pineapple. If you’re feeling generous, give one to a particularly deserving cabbie. Jessica Folker Also try: Sephora, Benefit

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featured Giveaways

feel the flo

Enjoy beijing’s best Brasserie

RMB 1,000

Tatt’ll Do Nicely who do you ink you are?

id you k now that in the Roman Empire, gladiators and slaves were tattooed to make them easier to identify if they escaped their servitude? Would you want “Stop me, I’m a runaway” permanently written on your forehead? Nope, us neither. But times change and indelible inking has become the mainstream, no longer confined to freak shows and grimy dockyards. Everyone is getting tatted up – you’re as likely to find skin art on your recently divorced mother as you are on a gang member. This has meant Internet slideshows showing the

best of the best and the worst of the worst. Our favorite tats involve connect-the-dots patterns, unicorns in compromising positions, and the coyly coded Dewey Decimals of librarians. S o, what tattoo would you choose for yourself? That’s not such a hypothetical question if you’re the one who wins this RMB 1,000 voucher from Tianxi Tattoo. For your chance to win, tell us: From which country was the girl group t.A.T.u.?

brasserie and a brassiere are two very different things, and it’s good to not mix them up. The former is a style of French restaurant with a relaxed mood and – one hopes – elegant settings, serving single dishes. The latter is a lady’s undergarment that, coincidentally, is also something the French excel in designing. In Beijing, Brasserie Flo has been voted “Best French Restaurant” in the city for nine consecutive years. Serving classic brasserie specialties with Parisian ambience, the wine list also overflows with French specialties. Oysters are flown in from France

and menus are seasonal. Picture the scene: fin-de-siecle style, high-end insouciance, perhaps an artfully held cigarette (on the spacious garden terrace), and hearty French food – what could be more aesthetically and palatably pleasing? It’s not just about eating well, but looking well when doing it. To savor some of this bonhomie at Brasserie Flo with a RMB 1,000 dinner voucher, simply answer this question: What is the word “brassiere” usually shortened to? Send your answer to win@thebeijinger. com before Apr 30. Bon chance!

Send your answer to win@thebeijinger. com before Apr 30. Good luck!

To A Tea

The teahouse that’s not a scam

N up in Flammes

RMB 1,000

new at Indigo

hey cooked up exquisite steaks and hired a cocktail genius in the form of Paul Mathew – and the diners flocked to Flamme like a moth to, well, the incandescent part of a fire. Now those hungry moths are faced with a dilemma – and an opportunity. Sanlitun Village South is no longer the only Flamme in town. That bright glimmering in the northeast … yes, that’s a shiny new branch at the shiny new Indigo mall in the Lido neighborhood. Flamme at Indigo is bigger than the Village branch, but everything else is the same: Yorkshire puddings

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are served as bread, the Passionate Englishman cocktail is delightful, their happy hours are very happy, and they have outrageously good offers on all-you-can-get-insideyou. Don’t just take our word for it: Flamme is giving one lucky reader RMB 1,000 worth of vouchers to sample their wares. That’s hot stuff. For your chance to win, tell us: What temperature is the autoignition p oint of b o ok pa p er (according to Ray Bradbury)? Send your answer to win@thebeijinger. com before Apr 30. Good luck!

ot for all the tea in China. Can’t you just imagine this phrase being said by some grubby Londoner, adamant that he will not be taken advantage of? While we’d applaud him for his sheer obstinacy, we would also call him a damned fool. Has he no idea how profitable that leafy beverage can be? We’re referring, of course, to the Teahouse Scam, in which an unwitting tourist wandering Wangfujing, eager to experience authentic Chinese culture, is quickly and easily parted from his money after some coquettish tea siren has lured him onto the rocks of a hutong tea room and plied him with exorbitantly

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priced cups of tea. Seriously, though, it’s a shame that Chinese teahouses have gained such a reputation for being hell-bent on conning the gullible, when the vast majority of them merely seek to introduce the public to the manifold varieties of Chinese tea – at a fair price. Your-Taste Teahouse is one such establishment. As a show of good faith, they are offering one lucky reader an RMB 1,000 voucher to spend on tea. For your chance to win, just tell us: What is Mr. T’s real name? Send your answer to win@thebeijinger. com before Apr 30. Good luck!

INSPECT A GADGET MB Original  Inspired by Japanese bento boxes, this microwave-safe container features two airtight containers, an adjustable separator and a snug elastic strap. Viva leftovers! www.monbento.com RMB 360

Aeni cookware With a lid knob inspired by a flower blossom, these pots are as cute as a button. They also feature an eco-friendly ceramic coating completely free from harmful chemicals and heavy metals. www.neoflam.com RMB 450 and up

Williams-Sonoma kitchen stand for iPad Whether you’re following a recipe or watching a video while cooking, this stand will securely hold your iPad on the countertop in your preferred position. The brushed-metal finish resists stains and easily wipes clean.

Hurom Slow Juicer SJ-500A Unlike regular juicers that pulverize food with high-speed blades, this device gets the juice out with intense mortar-pestle action. Enzymes and nutrients are preserved – and that means richercolored and healthier juice.

www.williams-sonoma.com RMB 350

www.slowjuicer.com RMB 1,980

Digital Detachable Mixing Bowl Scale

Eat Your Heart Out

Could it be any easier to measure your mix? The tare (auto zero) function allows you to weigh and add new ingredients as the mix is being created. This gadget even does conversions. The bowl is detachable for cleaning and dishwasher-safe. www.ansen.com.hk RMB 250

GADGETS FOR THE KITCHEN by Joey Guo

Zyliss FastCut Herb Tool Five stainless steel cutting wheels effortlessly reduce herbs to a fragrant mince. Features a 90-degree rotation mechanism to keep things ergonomically easy. The blade cover protects the blade as well as your hands. www.dkbrands.co.uk RMB 120

foldable dish rack This silicone dish rack hugs your dishes and glasses while they drip. When not in use, it can be flattened completely. Perfect for kitchens with limited counter space. www.siliconezone.com RMB 300

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page turners

Book Review

Nothing Lost

Phillip Y. Kim’s bankable debut by Nick Skidmore

ast month marked the publication of Nothing Gained, the debut thriller by investment banker Phillip Y. Kim. First self-published under a different name, and later picked up for publication by Penguin China, Nothing Gained offers a gale-force ride through the murky world of Asia’s financial sector, complete with murder, intimidation, and a fair few offshore accounts. We recently caught up with Kim to ask him about amoral financiers and their shameless gluttony.

And what about the novel’s many venomous personalities? How many were inspired by those in your line of work? With the exception of one character (who shall remain unnamed!), the characterizations are my

The novel includes some wonderful descriptions of Asia’s exotic cuisines. In depicting the extravagance of this world, how much did you intend these descriptions to be an indictment of financial greed? If “you are what you eat” is true, then “you are what you waste” is even more so. Too often, the best food in the world is wasted on people who may be able to afford it but are not the best placed to appreciate it. Life in Asia is as much about what is eaten as what is seen and touched. So the food scenes were definitely meant to be a metaphor for gluttony and excess, which I hope is a clear moral theme of the story. Any plans for a follow-up? I’m currently writing a prequel to Nothing Gained, covering the rise of [protagonist] Jason Donahue during the feverish years leading up to the 2008 global crisis. The amount of wealth created and over-the-top displays of riches during those years in Asia simply cried out to be portrayed in another book. Nothing Gained is available at The Bookworm.

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Five Star Billionaire is available at The Bookworm.

photo: asiaonepercent.blogspot.com

How did the idea for the novel first originate, and how much does the fiction mirror reality? Though it’s a product of my imagination, I wanted to make the story realistic and believable. My 21 years of investment banking in Asia have been filled with fascinating encounters and experiences – including several financial crises, all of which increasingly begged to be woven into a story. However, I didn’t want to produce a memoir exposing people’s own embarrassing situations. Once the plot idea came to me in mid-2010, writing the book was a matter of trying to stitch adaptations of individual episodes into an entertaining narrative.

own rather than real people. Several are composites loosely based on those I have encountered in my career – investment banking being filled with colorful personalities that run the gamut. Big money definitely brings out the best and worst in people. Not all bankers are bad. But the bad ones are more fun to read about, yes?

ive Star Billionaire by Tash Aw may be set in contemporary Shanghai, but in this ambitiously fragmented story of five Malaysian emigrants, each scouring the city for redemption of one sort or another, what takes center stage is not the city itself but the illusion of what Shanghai has come to represent: the fantasy of wealth, power, and boundless opportunity. Ominously interspersed with chapters from a mysterious self-help book, Aw’s novel introduces us to a whole social milieu of Malaysians in Shanghai exile, gradually intertwining each narrative thread into a greater tale of obsession and revenge. From the soaring wealth of enigmatic yet reclusive entrepreneur Walter Chou and his business partner, Yinghui, an ex-idealist and daughter of a party official, to the fallen financial tycoon Jeremy Lim, trying to come to terms with his family’s legacy and its collapse, the trappings of Malaysian money and power are palpable ghosts, still out to haunt them. From more humble beginnings are those seeking a wealth that runs much deeper than mere success: the lovelorn Phoebe, a spa-manager, whose dedication to self-improvement has elevated her from the factory circuit of China’s south, and Gary, a 26-year-old pop-star who, having already found fame and gone into meltdown mode, now spends his time watching pornography amid the ruins of his career. Alternating between early-’90s Malaysia and the furor of present-day Shanghai, Aw gradually divulges the dark past that binds these five together. What emerges through the various narrow misses, shameful pasts, sacrifices and frustrated obligations each must endure is a brooding meditation on the fleeting nature of 21st century material aspirations, and ultimately, a caution: Try as we may to hide it, history always has a way of catching up with us – no matter what our securities. Nick Skidmore

FEATURE

Sink or Swim can you handle TOTAL language IMMERSION?

t is the Catch-22 that faces every laowai who ever tried to learn Chinese: Until you learn enough Chinese, you can’t use it at work or make Chinese friends – and until you make Chinese friends and use it at work, you’ll never learn enough. The solution to this ambition-sapping cycle, according to Andreas Laimböck, the founder of Beijing’s Live the Language (LTL) Mandarin School, is “total immersion” – to go somewhere where no one speaks English and learn to survive. Anticipating the usual excuses (e.g. “I wish I had a year to study Chinese, but I have a family and my boss won’t give me the time off work”), LTL offers full-immersion language courses that last a week, or even just a long weekend. “Everyone’s busy,” says Laimböck, with the slightly crazed eyes of the evangelist, “but the only way to really progress in Chinese is to be immersed. Busy people can string weekends of immersion together over a period of six months and you can really watch their improvement.” Those brave enough to take the plunge are sent to stay with an ordinary middle-class Chinese family in Chengde, a temperate city in the hills 150 miles in the north of Beijing that the

by Peter Foster

Emperor Kangxi declared as his summer residence in 1703. Armed only with a LTL staff member’s mobile phone number for use in emergencies (there is a full safety net, but pride dictates the difficulty must be of the life-or-death variety before you use it), the journey starts with buying tickets in Beijing’s bus or railway station.

It felt like i’d crammed a month’s worth of chinese into three days It is the first of many baby steps towards surviving in China without the aid of a secretary, office assistant or other translator, as is the phone call at the other end to announce your arrival to your host family. Using a new language has the capacity to make the most confident of people a little nervous, so these small experiences, while a bit frightening are also exhilarating, and any lingering fears evaporate at the sight of my ever-smiling host, Mrs. Wang, “hallooing” at me across the car park of Chengde bus station.

Over the next three days, the timetable organized by LTL is packed: I do a series of twohour Chinese classes, learn taiji in the shade of a sweet-smelling pine in the old imperial gardens, get whipped at ping-pong by the youngest member of the family (age 12) and then lose at drinking fire-water shots with the oldest (Mrs. Wang, aged 63). For much of the time, the experience is a bit like what I imagine it must be like to be hard-ofhearing – catching snatches of language, but often feeling slightly befuddled, with occasional shafts of light piercing a world dimly perceived and half-understood. The chance to live with an ordinary Chinese family alone made this trip worth it, and, while I wouldn’t claim to have magically improved after a long weekend, it felt like I’d crammed a month’s worth of Chinese classes into three days. And perhaps as importantly was left feeling determined to use Chinese whenever possible back in Beijing. Peter Foster is a former China correspondent for the Daily Telegraph.

chatting with Andreas Laimböck, director of Live the Language Is LTL’s Chengde Weekend the only sink-or-swim immersion experience of its kind? To be honest, I have never heard of a similar program in China. It’s also not necessarily how traditionally a teacher would think a program should work, as it was designed much more from a student’s perspective. It is basically the way that I wish I could have studied Chinese myself – far away from all English-language temptations, fully immersed – speaking, speaking, speaking. The semester I spent studying at BLCU was fun, but a bit of a waste of time for learning Chinese, to be honest. I remember sitting in a coffeeshop with other students trying to figure out how to stop speaking English all the time, which was bizarre, considering that we lived in China.

Why Chengde? Because it is pretty, only two hours from Beijing, has good air, is in the mountains, the people there speak good Mandarin – and because the teacher I designed the program with is from there.

Do you give Chengde Weekend participants any specific tips before they head off? Do not sit at your computer and chat in English, surf the English-language web, or call your Englishspeaking friends. Jump into the local life, take a break from the international English-language mania that surrounds the expat ghetto – truly cut yourself off from that horrible language and ghetto lifestyle. Is this sink-or-swim immersion method for everybody? Either you really care about getting ahead in Chinese and experiencing this culture – or you do not. If someone just studies Chinese to talk to their taxi driver while driving from the Italian restaurant to the next Irish pub, then they should not do Chengde Weekend. For more details, go to www.livethelanguage.cn.

illustration: smashmethod.deviantart.com

So, in a complete-immersion experience like Chengde Weekend, language-learners are essentially tossed into situations where they

must rely on the kindness of strangers. I have found Chinese very accepting of foreigners struggling with their language and supportive in trying to help them when getting around. When I first traveled through China and had to make train and airplane noises to get to the train station or airport, it worked fantastically. But go to an English-speaking country without knowing a word of English – and they will think you are from outer space and probably not capable of logical thought anyways, making any attempt at communication useless.

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don’t miss

Sound of the Xity

backstage pass

The noises within

hile all the buzz is about the big boys (Strawberry, Midi, Ditan), there’s an upstart in the mix – and every year it gets bigger and louder. What started out as a mini showcase two years back is now a three-day festival and a two-day music industry conference. Banquets, parties, meetings, seminars, interviews and a range of branding activities will make up the 30+ subcategories of this year’s Sound of the Xity. What’s it all about? Unlike Beijing’s other big festivals SOTX is a multi-city, multi-stranded event which aims at developing relationships between local talent and international music industry insiders. Showcasing the best that China has to offer, it’s mainly a domestic line-up of top Beijing acts including the likes of Snapline, Nova Heart, Hedgehog and Re-TROS. Big deal. Strawberry Festival has Deerhoof. Sure – but SOTX also features a conference series on the Chinese music industry and have invited around 50 festival organizers, booking agen-

cies, music organizations, record companies and music media companies will participate in the conferences and attend the festival. Oh, so it’s a festival for the bands. Not at all. Look, the performers will be at their very best knowing what could be at stake if they impress the bigwigs in attendance. The official website claims that Whai, Pet Conspiracy and Hanggai were among a bunch of bands that wrangled themselves foreign tours on the strength of some of the cozying up they did to industry folk at last year’s edition. Think of the opening scene of School of Rock, only better. OK. Where, when and how much? All over town – seven different venues will host 16 shows across three days between April 3-5. Most of the shows are free, but some of them cost between RMB 100-150. Thanks. Oh no, thank you, imaginary inquisitor. For details, check out Sxity.com.

Keren Ann

Perennial next big thing

s the hipster would say, you’ve probably never heard of Keren Ann. Only you really probably haven’t. A big hit in Europe, she moved to the US a few years ago to make the step up, and it still hasn’t really happened for her. The buzz Mainly on the downlow. Ever y year for the last five has been the one when Ann has been meant to “break.” At 37, she might be beginning to feel that has passed her by. Still, she has an unwavering underground fan base who are thrilled that they don’t share her with the

mainstream. Key tracks “My Name Is Trouble,”“Lay Your Head Down,” “Chelsea Burns” She says: “Every musician wants more recognition. I think I’m ready for it.” We say: Surely Keren Ann’s time will come. In true hipster form, we could say we saw her before she got astronomical. See her at: MasterCard Center on Apr 14

HEAD OF THE QUEUE

RE-TROS

Strawberry Music Festival 2013

SHANREN

The battle for summer rumbles on

W STREETS KILL STRANGE ANIMALS

Reasons to go Remember how you used to love Travis? Surely those memories are worth a stroll down memory lane? They’re the same band – it’s you

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that’s changed. For the more hip, Deerhoof are consistently kick-ass. A top lineup of thoroughbreds from the local stable will not disappoint. Reasons to avoid No beer last year gave Midi a slight edge in the final reckoning. After the show you’ll wish … You, too, had taken the time to work out how you’d smuggle in some booze. When and where? Apr 29-May 1 at Tongzhou Canal Park

photos: courtesy of the organizers

e have it pretty good in Beijing, at least in terms of music festivals. As we move into May, the big boys draw swords once again to reign supreme over the city’s festival revelers. After a 2012 edition disappointingly light on major acts, Modern Sky has upped the ante for this year’s Strawberry Festival by snaring several big names.

WISH WE WERE THERE Soaking in the tunes at Coachella, Apr 12-14 and Apr 19-21, Indio, California

Enjoying the fair at Feria de Abril, Apr 16-21, Seville, Spain

Lighting up at Walpurgisnacht, Apr 30, Northern Europe

photos: thesuiteworld.com, lunalliro.blog.com, burg-ronneburg.de, viaje.com.br, sutromedia.com, absolutechinatours.com, adventurouskate.com

Ringing in the New Year at Bisket Jatra, Apr 14, Bhaktapur, Nepal

Getting wet at Songkran, Apr 13-17, Thailand

Holding hands at the Sistersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Meal Festival, Apr 21, Guizhou, China

Celebrating Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, Apr 30, Amsterdam, the Netherlands

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FEATURE

Oh, Snap!

Finalists for the 2013 Three Shadows Photography Award by Nick Richards

Sun Xiao

For the past five years, Three Shadows Photography Art Centre has supported talented Chinese photographers by hosting an influential photography competition. This year, 28 finalists were painstakingly whittled down from a whopping 504 candidates. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a look at what these gifted shutterbugs produced. Who do you think will win? Instagram yourself at the Three Shadows Photography Award ceremony on Apr 13. The exhibition will run through Jun 9.

Qu Yi

Wen Min Li Fangzhou

Mu Ge

Xue Yuan

Li Xinzhao

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Dai Jianyong

Zhou Yichen

Ouyang Fu

Ning Kai

An Yi

Huang Dongli

Chen Qijun

Chen Xiaoxuan

Shen Peiyu

Yan Zichou

Zhang Chen

Zhu Jinjing

Zhang Wang

He Wei

Sun L端e

Yu Xiqi

Du Yanfang

Li Jun

Cao Qiongyue

Shi Minfeng

Tang Jing

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MEET

Introducing the people that matter “I swerved to avoid a cat.” See p55 “People find enlightenment in many different arenas in life.” See p55 “I thought at the time that I could become a trapper in Canada.” See p58 “It looked like a potato sack.” See p58 “Silkworm larvae. Bleah. Bleah. Bleah.” See p59 “The first thing that came into my head was a giraffe.” See p60

PENG SHUAI // ETHNOMUSICOLOGIST // LAIA PONS // MIMES // AUDRA ANG

MUSICAL Marmite: What the critics say about Travis “Healy sounds like he’s spilling his soul to an empty cabin after 13 hours of sleep.” – Pitchfork d, ing ma h t o n ’s “There otherwise bad ororthy aboutunt n o t e w u n le s s w e c o s them, Fran Healy’ .” singer ular hairdo triang uardian – T he G

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screentime

Zheng Kuo

playlist

Indie film director

In the biopic of your life, which scene would be filmed in slow motion? The time I rear-ended a car on the Second Ring Road. I can’t remember what happened exactly. I swerved to avoid a cat and suddenly there was a row of cars stopped in front of me. I didn’t brake in time. It would be nice to see exactly what happened. And which scene should be filmed as a silent movie? Every day of my life is a silent movie. I think people experience the same moments and different moments everyday without possessing a channel for communicating them as they happen. It’s like the old silent movies where everything is communicated visually. Which movie character reminds you the most of yourself? Noodles in Once Upon a Time in America. Which character from TV or film would you most like to be? Bruce Lee. I’m a huge fan. I’m terrible at kung fu but studied his moves from a young age. What movie do you watch to remind yourself of home? Platform by Jia Zhangk e. Even though I’m from the Northeast, the scenes set in early 1980s Shanxi

province really reminded of the atmosphere at home. What was the first pirated film that you saw? I remember very clearly when the first pirated VCDs came out. Up until the mid-’90s you couldn’t find movies for sale. You could only get them through friends or contacts. I went all the way to Zhongguancun to get a copy of Waterworld. If you had your own reality show, what would be the title? A Faraway Life. I’ve studied many different things and worked in many different jobs. Each of those chapters of my life seem far away from another. Was there a film or TV show that helped you through a difficult period in your life? In the ’80s, there was a Japanese show called Shaonü Yiyun, the first Japanese soap opera on Chinese television. I was in high school and under a lot of pressure for exams, studying things I didn’t like. The TV show, about a girl’s love life, gave me a place to escape to. I’ve been trying to find a copy of that show for ages. Look out for screenings of Zheng’s latest documentary, 798 Station.

Alex Woodcock Guitarist

What song have you probably heard the most in your life? “Danny Boy.” From when I was a small child to when I sang in a choir in university to now in my adulthood, it’s just seemed to pop up the most. Which artist would you choose to go on a long journey with? Bootsy Collins – to learn everything I can about being cool. Which artist would you most like to have a drink with? Bob Dylan during his 1965 tour in Europe. There would be so much to talk about: singing at the 1963 March on Washington right before the “I Have a Dream” speech, and changing

his entire style just as he was becoming famous for his sound. What song do you like to wake up to? “Down to the Nightclub” by Tower of Power. Which singer would you bring back to life? Freddie Mercury. Man, he just had a great voice. Huge range and every word demanded your attention. What song lifts your spirits? “Into the Wild” by LP. I had a dark period in Atlanta, and I used to listen to this song almost every day.

Alex’s Five Song Playlist “A Day in the Life” by The Beatles

It is simply one of the greatest compositions in rock & roll. It has a paradoxical element of simplicity and complexity with an extra touch of madness.

photos: mitchell pe masilun and courtesy of zheng kuo

“Hajimemashite” by Umphrey’s McGee

This song is one of the reasons I listen to and play music. The lyrics are a beautiful expression of redemption, backed by a fervid wave of raw musical awesomeness. “Man in the Mirror” by Michael Jackson

It has a good message, like the famous Gandhi quote: “You must be the change you want to see in the world.”

“Wiser Time” by The Black Crowes

The first time I saw the Crowes, they played this with Marc Ford on guitar. People find enlightenment in many different arenas in life. I just happened to be in a concert hall. “Vacation” by Widespread Panic

I saw this song performed once and only once in 2000 at Philips Arena in Atlanta. When I hear it now, it always reminds me of my teenage years and going to shows. Watch Alex work his axe in 4corners’ house funk band, Tavey Lean & The Solid Gold Dream Machine.

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illustrator FEATURE

the boy is mime Wang Zi thinks outside the box So, how do you feel about ...

ast spring, he was just a humble street performer. Wang Zi and his band of mimes quietly perfected their craft entertaining passersby on the pathways of Olympic Park. These days, the troupe is a regular warm-up act for concerts and plays in independent theaters. We decided to sit down for a chat with this speechless performer.

trying to get a taxi? trying to get a taxi?

The smoggy view outside your window every morning?

Peking Opera?

eating barbecued crickets?

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craft beer?

Western cuisine?

OK, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delve a little deeper. Do people ever try to force you to talk?

How did your parents react when you told them about your line of work? How does the general public feel about you being a mime?

Do you feel the same way about yourself? are you proud of your work?

photos: by mitchell pe masilun at inside-out theatre

What's the role of the mime in the digital age?

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the most challenging thing about being a mime?

Why are mimes always in boxes?

Wang Zi ... ?

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BOOKSHELF

Lionel Derimais

UNIFORMITY

NicelyMadeInChina.com My favorite book from childhood is The Gold Hunters and other books by James Oliver Curwood. I thought at the time that I could become a trapper in Canada. Instead I became a photographer – another way of “catching something,” I suppose. The fictional world I would most like to be part of is that of Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter by Mario Vargas Llosa. My favorite quote from a book is a title: Answered Prayers by Truman Capote. The complete expression: “More tears are shed over answered prayers than unanswered ones.” The book on my shelf with the most sentimental value is Jacques the Fatalist and his Master by Denis Diderot, an 18th century tale of two travelers which mixes adventures and philosophy. It’s often compared to Tristram Shandy. As a photographer, Robert Frank’s The Americans is also very dear to me. I would like to meet Judge Dee, the fictional hero of Robert Van Gulik’s books. His character was inspired by Di Renjie, a real-life judge who lived during the Tang dynasty. He would have a story or two to tell. Are there books that I pretend to have read, but haven’t really? So many! But if I have to name only one: Wolf Totem by Jiang Rong. A

few more: Tristram Shandy by Laurence Sterne, Thomas Pynchon’s Gravity’s Rainbow, Finnegans Wake by James Joyce and In Search of Lost Time by Proust. All of which sit on my shelves. The character in a book that I’ve had a crush on is Burmese leader Aung San Suu Kyi in Peter Popham’s biography The Lady and the Peacock. The last book I read was Stasiland by Anna Funder. A close look at what it was like to live in East Germany. The last book I bought was by Winston Churchill – A History of the English-Speaking Peoples (in four volumes). They might end up on the “readings for later” pile. I wish I had written The Rum Diary by Hunter S. Thompson. The book that surprised me the most was Joseph Anton by Salman Rushdie. I was the last photographer to photograph him in 1989 before he disappeared for nine years following the fatwa and I’d always wondered what his life had been like. The book I brought with me on your current travel is Travels with My Aunt by Graham Greene. Excellent and funny from the start. Check out Lionel’s blog at NicelyMadeInChina.com.

Peng Shuai

Pro tennis player and Asian Games gold medalist Did you ever feel transformed by wearing a uniform? My Olympic uniform, of course. There’s extra incentive and extra motivation when I wear the Olympic uniform to compete. I think for all professional athletes, representing your country is the highest honor you can expect. I like being part of something bigger than myself. As a professional tennis player, you play for yourself most of the time. Which uniform was the worst fit? My Tianjin team uniform for the 2009 All-China Games was two sizes too big for me, and the style of the jacket was a straight cut on the side. It looked like a potato sack. Definitely not my favorite. Did you ruin any uniforms? I’m sure I dropped plenty of food and juice on my kindergarten uniform.

Which uniform were you most mocked for wearing? Any time my uniform involves more

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Which uniform do you feel most sentimental about? The 2010 Asian Games Chinese team uniform, because I won my first Asian Games gold in both the individual singles and the team events. Before the game, I was so nervous. I really wanted to do well because the Games were being held in Guangzhou. Playing in China brought extra pressure for me because of the home crowd’s expectations. After six days of tough competition, all the ups and downs during the matches, when I finally won, I was just overcome with elation. I laughed, I cried and I think my uniform still has my tears and things that came out of my nose on it. Has wearing a uniform ever made you feel out of place? Hmmm ... tough one. I always feel out of place. Which uniform would be considered the least fashionable? I guess my kindergarten uniform would not be considered fashionable, unless you are shopping for a 3-year-old. Follow Peng Shuai at weibo.com/u/1868911504.

photos: jade charles and courtesy of peng shuai

Which uniform did you have the most fun in? For the 2011 year-end WTA Tournament of Champions in Bali, we all got dressed up in local costumes for our press conference and meeting with the sponsors. It took almost three hours just for the staff to help us get ready in our traditional Bali dresses. It was both elegant and fun.

formal dress, my friends make fun of me, since the majority of time I am in my work outfit, tennis clothing.

Q&A

From Floods to Fried Chicken Mouthwitness reporting from China by Marilyn Mai

photos: courtesy of Audra Ang

udra Ang spent seven years based in Beijing, writing stories about society, politics and natural disasters for the Associated Press. But through it all, the stories that kept rising to the top like the steam off a fresh batch of baozi were the ones featuring a wide cast of characters nourishing one another with food. She compiled those stories – some heartbreaking, some heartwarming – in a book, To the People, Food is Heaven: Stories of Food and Life in a Changing China. Here, she tells us a little about that book, and a whole lot about her eating experiences in China. What was the most heartbreaking experience you had over a meal? The last chapter in the book – “Meals in the Quake Zone” – is about reporting in Sichuan after the 2008 quake. It’s my favorite chapter but it’s also the saddest and the most intense. Everything about that time was just soul-crushing. I felt guilty to even be hungry while people were mourning and trying their best to pull the shreds of their lives back together. Many people didn’t have the heart to eat or had very little to fill their bellies. But there were also stories of hope: a mother knowing that her son, who’d escaped the ruins of his school, was finally recovering when he asked for KFC (his favorite food) after days of barely eating, volunteers buoying the spirits of homeless villagers with the hot meals they dished out, a woman telling me that everyone had to eat to survive as she stir-fried potatoes and beans in a wok set in the rubble of her town. You also write about an ayi who you claim makes the best fried chicken. How did you find her, and how can we hire her? A friend of mine who is very picky about cleanliness was leaving town, and she was trying to find

Cheng ayi another gig. I knew if Cheng ayi could satisfy my friend, she was really good at her job. I had also tried some of her food before and loved it. Not the fried chicken, though. I don’t remember how that came about. I think it magically appeared one day and I kept clamoring for it after that. She also did the same thing with pork ribs. If you want, I can find out if she has a space in her schedule. But you have to be good to her or I will hunt you down. What makes her fried chicken so good? She learned to make it from a cookbook given to her by a French family she used to work for. She’d marinade chicken drumettes in Shaoxing rice wine, salt, sugar, black pepper and ginger slices that infused the meat with a subtle, savory fragrance and the tiniest of kicks. Then she’d lightly coat them in flour before frying. They are the perfect snack. When eaten still-warm, the slightly crunchy exterior is greaseless and gives way to briny-sweet, ginger-kissed meat. Plucked cold from the fridge the next day, it was like having an instant picnic in my 20th floor apartment. How are your own cooking skills? I’m an OK cook. I do a couple of dishes nicely, but I prefer to eat food other people cook. What about your eating skills? My eating skills are quite well-developed. I eat a lot and I eat often. But it’s unwise to rest on my laurels. I need frequent practice and new challenges to hone my abilities.

What are you good at eating? I’m good at eating all kinds of things – the Holy Trinity of Creole and Cajun cooking, the four food groups, the eight Chinese cuisines, 31 flavors. I like variety. I’m a chameleon eater; I try to blend in wherever I am. I live in the South now, so I’m all about fried okra, barbeque, sweet tea, biscuits, etc. What surprised you most about China’s food culture? I think it was the variety. Growing up in Singapore, I was exposed mostly to southern Chinese cuisine and never knew of the joys of guoqiao mixian or shaokao or yangrou chuanr or Chongqing hotpot or how many kinds of shaobing or mian existed or the insanely good, insanely endless buffet of street food in every Chinese city. Even dishes I thought I was familiar with, like hongshao rou or lazi ji and other Sichuan standards, tasted eminently better when I was there. One Chengdu driver told me it was because the local soil and water helped the rapeseed plants there produce a superior oil. What have you eaten that you’d never eat again? Silkworm larvae. Bleah. Bleah. Bleah. And probably snake, because it’s a mental block for me. Maybe pig face, but that’s just more about the face – holes where the eyes were – staring up at me. The taste and texture is pretty similar to pig’s feet, which I like. Audra Ang’s To the People, Food is Heaven is available at The Bookworm.

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A DRINK WITH

MASTERMIND

Laia Pons

Chef de cuisine, Sureño

s the first woman to don the chef’s apron at The Opposite House, Laia’s churning out delectable Spanish cuisine, with a little help from her friends Pinot and Noir. If you could only imbibe one drink for the rest of your life, what would it be? Red wine. How old were you when you started drinking? I don’t remember. Probably around 15 years old. Tell us about the first time you were drunk. Drinking kalimotxo with my friends. It’s a mix of red wine and Coca-Cola … too sweet. Where’s the dumbest place you’ve gone drinking? When I was 17, drinking in a traffic roundabout with my friends. It was in Barcelona. We were looking for a park to enjoy our kalimotxo, but the only green space we found was a roundabout in the middle of an intersection. Tell us about the last time you were drunk. My friends and I organized a party to celebrate three of our birthdays together. It was a 1920s-themed party. Everybody dressed up, and it was very funny to see the video next day, with everybody dancing ’20s style.

What’s the dumbest thing you’ve done while drunk? I tried to drive a water bike at night on the beach. My friends and I were in Corsica for the holidays. We went to a beach party and around 4am we found some unlocked water bikes so … we hopped on and we drove them off-shore. It was very hard to make it back to the beach. You’re hosting a cocktail party – what are you making? Gin and tonic. What kind of drink are you? Priorat DOC red wine from Spain – Garnacha, Syrah and Pinot Noir. What’s your golden rule of drinking? Don’t mix drinks. If I start with a gin and tonic, I finish the night with gin and tonic. Where’s your favorite place to go drinking? Depends on what I feel like drinking. For gin and tonics, I go to Carmen, Fubar, the Fez terrace in the summer. For wine, Mesh and Enoterra. For cocktails, Migas. And for a light spritzer, Aperitivo. Has your favorite drink changed over time? It’s only changed a little bit. Now I drink the kalimotxo without the Coca-Cola … Raise a glass to Laia’s cooking at Sureño at The Opposite House.

Nancy J Brown

Singer SPECIALIST SUBJECT: Broadway Musicals GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

SPECIALIST SUBJECT

1. How many does “p” occur in the first line of the tongue twister about Peter Piper? You know I’m counting, right? Nine? Nine.

6. Which Shakespeare play inspired the musical West Side Story? Holy shit. OK, Romeo and Juliet.

2. What is the only venomous mammal in the world? I know quite a few women who m i g h t f i t i n t o t h a t c a t e g o r y. Venomous mammals? The first thing that came into my head was a giraffe.

7. Who is the link between Murder, She Wrote and Bedknobs and Broomsticks? OK, Angela Lansbury

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3. Which city is served by W.A. Mozart Airport? You gotta be kidding me. I’m guessing Austria or Germany … Vienna? No, that would probably be Strauss Airport. Does Salzburg exist? I’ll say Salzburg.

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4. What is somnambulism more commonly known as? It’s about sleeping. I’m assuming it’s where you fall asleep at random times or it’s about ambulances.

5. Which golf course hosts the US Masters tournament? I really don’t care about golf. Sorry, golf fans.

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8. The song “New York, New York” is from which Leonard Bernstein musical? The one with Liza Minnelli and Robert De Niro … Never mind.

9. Which musical is based on the opera La Boheme? Ooh. Dramatic pause. [Followed by a dramatic pause. –Ed.] I can think of the words from “Your Tiny Hand Is Broken.” I am gonna say Les Miserables.

10 Which male singer starred in the 1977 film version of the hit musical The Wiz? Michael Jackson.

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Check out Nancy performing with her band at Centro.

FINAL SCORE: 5/10

Verdict: Though Nancy struggled slightly in her specialist subject, she remained the consummate entertainer throughout. Win a Chimay gift pack by answering the following question:

What is the name of the ayi that we featured in this month’s “Beijing Folk”? Answers to win@thebeijinger.com Answers 1) nine 2) duck-billed platypus 3) Salzburg, Austria 4) sleepwalking 5) Augusta National 6) Romeo and Juliet 7) Angela Lansbury 8) On the Town 9) Rent 10) Michael Jackson

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photos: lova and courtesy of nancy j brown

WIN BEER!

Q&A

The Musicologist This is no “UNESCO bullshit” by Nick Richards

photos: courtesy of shi tanding

he hit “play” on her laptop and the sounds that emerged were primal and hypnotic. Though these songs were taped on remote mountains and in humid forests, they reminded me of the thrill I felt the first time I heard the archival recordings of Robert Johnson, the legendary blues guitarist. Field recordings are entrancing. The tinny sound carries raw emotions that don’t show up in a well-produced record. The musician’s feelings are real. You can touch their sadness, joy and love – those impromptu expressions of their soul that have been captured forever. The musicologist who played me those hypnotic tracks, Shi Tanding, has been doing field recordings in China and Southeast Asia since 2006. Along with her husband, Laurent Jeanneau, she has escaped city life to trek across the continent building their own label, King Gong Records. The music they preserve is not what most would imagine ethnic music to be: a guy with feathers in his hair playing a hand drum, or as Jeanneau puts it, “UNESCO bullshit.” To capture authentic expressions of ethnic music, Shi and Jeanneau hike to isolated villages, only accessible by foot, and literally move in with the locals. They get to know the people and adopt their customs before they request a recording. Often, the performances they capture aren’t planned or rehearsed. Shi remembers one Cambodian girl who was famous in the village for her beautiful voice. “At first she wouldn’t sing for us. We were told she liked to drink, so we invited her over for a meal as a gesture of friendship. The girl sat down at the table and

just burst into song. Then the boy next to her picked up a guitar and started to strum along. We scrambled to get our recording equipment set up before the moment was over.” Shi and Jeanneau have gotten mild recognition for their efforts. A few publishing companies in the US have released some of their pieces, and last year a filmmaker joined them in the field to make a documentary, Small Path Music. The couple lives off the royalties they earn from their fieldwork and they pay everyone they record. As a result, their lifestyle is simple. Shi doesn’t buy new clothes; she wears traditional garments that

“The so-called ‘high-quality of life’ in this city killed her” were given to her. It’s not that Shi had any illusions that this path would lead to great wealth. In 2006, she quit her job as a reporter in Beijing to backpack through Yunnan, writing and taking photos. Her distaste for city life is profound. She describes watching a group of senior citizens milling around outside her building in Beijing hitting their own limbs, a qigong technique used to stimulate blood flow. “It was an ugly scene,” Shi tells me. “In the villages I visited, the elderly tended the fields with strong and healthy bodies. I found that beautiful. I realized that the glitz of Beijing’s development hides the very wounds it inflicts upon us.” To bring her point home, Shi mentions an article she wrote about her pet cat. “When I left Beijing, I gave the pet

to a friend. One day I received a call saying my cat had died. The fat buildup in the creature’s arteries gave it a heart attack. Obesity killed the animal. Or, you could say, the so-called ‘highquality of life’ in this city killed her.” As a journalist, Shi was in a position to attack the things she thought were ugly about urban life. Nowadays, she sets out in search of things she thinks are beautiful and preserves them to share with others. On her laptop, she shows me a video of a wrinkled old man from Xinjiang. He strums a little stringed instrument so fast that his hand is a blur on the screen. The pentatonic tune he plays repeats itself over and over. The tension builds. Suddenly, he opens his mouth and begins to sing. The tension is released and harmonies wash over you like cold rain on a hot day. What could be more beautiful? Pick up a CD of Shi and Jeanneau’s recordings at Caihuoche Theater in Fangjia Hutong. To see a trailer for the documentary about the couple’s work, visit www.smallpathproductions.com.

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Ecology

“ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION IS AN INCURABLE DISEASE. IT CAN ONLY BE PREVENTED” –BARRY COMMONEr

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PHOTO: GREENPEACE

A CYCLIST shields herself AGAINST BEIJING'S POLLUTION

Bogged Down by Smog

Searching for air pollution solutions by Kyle Mullin

PHOTO: greenpeace

he smog has lifted and the visibility is better, but Beijngers aren’t breathing any easier. After all, we just endured a winter of record-breaking pollution levels, leaving us to wonder whether this will be the new norm. How will our air quality fare this summer, when air conditioners and traffic jams spew more pollutants into the humid air? And what about next winter – will the “ad-hoc measures” that city officials publicly promised to take in the thick of January 2013’s haze be enough to bring us clearer skies? Zhou Rong doubts it. The climate and energy campaigner at Greenpeace’s Beijing office says significant progress has been made amidst the city’s recent air quality crisis, when the air quality index (AQI) reading reached 755 – exceeding the Beijing Municipal Environmental Monitoring Center’s measurement index, towering above the benchmark of 300, which is considered to be hazardous. Meanwhile, the density of dangerous PM2.5 particles reached 886 micrograms per cubic meter, nearly 35 times the World Health Organization’s prescribed limit. Xinhua reported that city administrators had vowed to respond by shutting down factories, cutting back on coal-burning and further restricting traffic on days when pollution hits unacceptable levels. Zhou says that the government’s newfound frankness is a huge improvement but still falls short. “I do have concerns that even though Beijing has pledged to cut coal burning to half by 2025, neighboring areas like Tianjin and Hebei’s massive coal consumption will still be spilling over to us. That makes PM2.5 levels not only a Beijing issue, but a regional one.” Qian Jingjing, the China program director at NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council), agrees. “In 2011, China consumed 3.6 billion tons of coal – half the world’s total consumption. And that number continues to rise. There needs to be

national caps on total coal and energy consumptions, taking into account environmental, climate, public health and resource constraints.” Zhou notes that heavy coal consumption for home heating makes winter pollution levels far more hazardous, especially in early 2013, when temperatures were the coldest in several decades. The warmer seasons, however, are by no means pollutant-free. “Beijing has a lot of problems with ozone pollution in the summer,” she says of the pollutant that is a byproduct of certain toxic gases mingling on hot sunny days. Ozone has been linked to reduced lung function, as well as lung and heart disease. “PM2.5 is more harmful because it accumulates heavy metals, affecting not only people’s breathing systems but also their blood

Is the recent pollution spike not only an environmental issue but a class issue as well? systems, making them susceptible to conditions like strokes. It’s good that we have PM2.5 readings, but we should also have ozone readings to better help protection measures in other seasons.” For now, many Beijingers have fixated on the pollution readings that are available, especially the US Embassy’s hourly online PM2.5 updates, which many consider to be the most reliable and unbiased. Nolan Barkhouse, the Embassy’s press spokesman, declined to comment on how those readings stack up against the Beijing Environmental Protection Bureau’s system. But he did say that the US Embassy findings are similar to pollution reports released in American cities: “The information we provide is designed to help people make better daily decisions about the health and safety of daily outdoor activities.” For many Beijingers, those “better daily

decisions” include the purchasing and use of expensive air filtration systems – the sales of which have jumped 700 percent, according to China Daily. But where does that leave the millions of Beijingers who cannot afford such systems? Is the recent pollution spike not only an environmental issue but a class issue as well? Mike Murphy, CEO of IQ Air, says that air filtration systems are essential in the short term. “Air pollution costs billions of yuan in lost productivity and additional medical costs, as well as the conservative documentation of more than 8,000 premature deaths related directly to PM2.5,” he says. “Absolutely there should be more done to clean up the mess and allow people to more fully enjoy their environment without the use of air purifiers altogether. Unfortunately, that isn’t going to happen anytime soon.” Zhou agrees, adding that because those devices are so crucial, they should be made more readily available. “Officials have said they might need 20 years to reach their goal of truly cleaner air quality standards. So what should we do between now and then?” More affordable filtration systems, or even state subsidies for such devices, could be a huge step in the right direction. “These could really be seen as basic measures that the government could carry out.” Chris Buckley, owner of Torana Clean Air Center, says that more affordable purifiers would only be a superficial solution. “Purifiers provide relief for families and office workers, but they should not be seen as a substitute for fixing the underlying issues,” he says. Zhou notes that the benefit of filtration system subsidies would pale in comparison to tougher coal and fossil fuel restrictions. “I would say the most important solution is not how people adapt to air pollution,” she says. “It’s how we should be fighting air pollution and reducing it.”

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Desert Roots by Kyle Mullin

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literally taking root in the Kubuqi Desert. As of last year, Future Forest had planted a total of 5.3 million trees. How can you ensure that you are planting the right species in the proper ratios? John Kwon: We plant a variety of trees, which are known to grow locally but on less degraded land. The list includes yangshu, yangchai, shahao, hongliu, and liushu. These are the types of trees that grow naturally around the desert area. Wind-driven relocation of the sand uproots or covers already planted trees, and stopping it is an absolutely necessary procedure for successful afforestation in the area. Hao Wu: In my opinion, the key problem for afforestation in desert areas is not the biodiversity. Planting trees in the desert is still a very controversial topic in many academic circles. Some points of view assert that the plantation will accelerate evaporation in the local area and make it suffer more droughts. How might the tree plantation accelerate evaporation? JK: This desert area already has a rainfall evaporation rate of 900 percent, and that is before planting any trees. With the bush and trees providing shade and fallen leaves, mixing with the sand below, the originally rapid evaporation rate can be deterred. This is evident in the hot summer – the top dry layer of sand thickens due to the hot sun, while the bushes, trees and mixed soil areas have thinner dry sand. In short, the amount of water needed to create the foliage that provides the shade and accumulated leaves in the sand is less than the amount of water that would evaporate without any shade. Is there a viable alternative to the Green Wall? What could Future Forest do to improve its methods? HW: I think Future Forest should have scientific

forest management plans in desert areas before they start large-area plantations. JK: We saw the patch of sand advancing, and we wanted to block it sooner rather than later. Sometimes, if the cost is cheaper than the risk – and if it could save time – it’s worth trying, as in our case. It was cheaper to just try and see what would happen than to do scientific research first. Luckily, there were already many local people who had started planting in the area about ten years earlier, though only in the periphery of the desert. But it was enough evidence to risk and try, considering the urgency. Once decided, we began with only about USD 40,000. That was all people would donate, given the risk of failure at that time in 2006. But with much effort and faith, our first year’s afforestation was successful, with an 85 percent survival rate the next year. Today, Future Forest has been recognized by the UNCCD (United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification) and many Korean governmental bodies. That, along with our many volunteers, offers us much support. What was the biggest challenge that these volunteers faced? JK: Our volunteers practically lived in the desert, monitoring and watering the replanted areas. That resulted in an 80 percent survival rate of trees by the second year. Those volunteers have offered endless effort and support. But our first supporter was Byong-hyon Kwon, former ambassador of the Korean Embassy in China. When he witnessed the dust storms that blew over Beijing annually, he acted upon the problem by establishing Future Forest and initiating this campaign. We have a long way to go before we reach our goal of planting one billion trees, but we’ve seen results so far, and we think they show that this project is more than necessary. For more information about the “Billion Trees in the Desert” campaign, see www.btdesert.org/eng.

PHOTO: future forest

ndividually, they’re only tiny little specks, but John Kwon says the restless grains of sand from China’s western Kubuqi Desert are adding up to an ecological catastrophe – one that threatens to swallow up Beijing. “That desert is fast expanding east towards the city of Erdos, engulfing corn fields, roads and anything in its path, including rivers that feed the Huanghe River up north. It’s 500km east of Beijing, while Tianjin and Seoul are also in its path,” says Kwon, the China representative for Future Forest, an NGO that is partnering with the Chinese government’s All-China Youth Federation to stem this arid tide. Kwon says that the desertification is caused in part by rampant clear-cutting. “How do we stop the sand from moving east? The only sustainable way to stop or fix moving sand dunes is to cover them by planting trees.” He’s not just talking about sowing a few seeds. Future Forest’s planting project, called the “Billion Trees in the Desert” campaign, is an arm of a government project dubbed “The Great Green Wall.” Kwon claims that their project will help combat the air pollution plaguing China’s metropolises. “We need to cut down on pollution and strengthen the Earth’s absorbing mechanism,” he says of the campaign, which mobilizes volunteers into tree-planting armies. “It provides a channel for individuals to plant an actual tree and also to spread and raise awareness.” Not all ecologists are so enthused, however. Wu Hao, forests campaigner at Greenpeace, says, “The information about this Future Forest Project is very limited on its website. We don’t know the plantation species, forest management plan and annual precipitation.” According to Wu, Future Forest’s work might, like so many other replanted areas, lack the diversity of tree species that a natural forest would have. He also notes, “It is almost impossible to have high biodiversity with sandy soil and limited precipitation.” Below, Wu and Kwon weigh in on the potential benefits and drawbacks of a campaign that is

Gorged Grub What price foie gras? by Kyle Mullin

plan to continue the fight against foie gras. How do the birds react to conditions in these foie gras factories? Ashley Fruno: Many birds have difficulty standing because of their engorged livers, and they may tear out their own feathers and cannibalize each other out of stress. The birds are kept in tiny wire cages or packed into sheds. On some farms, a single worker may be expected to force-feed 500 birds three times each day. What sort of internal damage does that cause? Peter Li: There’s pain and injury to a bird’s esophagus from feeding tube insertion. We recently published a paper on this process, detailing how force-feeding for fatty livers changes “the biochemical composition of the organ and results in impaired liver function, including reduced ability to filter toxins.” Our report says that can lead to hepatic encephalopathy, or “damage to the brain, caused by toxins in the blood that are not filtered as they would normally be by a healthy liver.” Why are China’s farmers producing foie gras in such a gruesome fashion? Are they cutting corners because of economic pressure? Jeff Zhou: It doesn’t mean the farmers are bad people or they don’t care. Customers are the ones looking for novelty items like foie gras on their menus. And the government should create more

restrictions to prevent animal cruelty. PL: That’s true. Foie gras production makes more in terms of profit – and therefore tax revenues for government – than raising ducks for their meat. China does not have a comprehensive animal protection law or anti-cruelty legislation. This is why government policy can protect and encourage such cruel production methods, in the name of poverty reduction. How prevalent is foie gras production in China? PL: Ten years ago, 1,000 tons were produced in China; now it’s reached 3,000 tons a year. Preliminary market studies of foie gras consumption in China, conducted by our partner groups, show that this so-called “delicacy” is listed on the menu of 223 high-end restaurants in Beijing. Those who frequent these foie gras-serving restaurants are typically Chinese urbanites in their thirties. They also tend to be highly educated businesspeople. So what’s the next step in your fight against foie gras? AF: We want the general public to help. If you see foie gras being sold at a restaurant, tell the manager that you won’t return until they stop serving it. Foie gras force-feeding has been banned in countries like the UK, South Africa and Israel. Its sale and production has also been banned in California. We’re hoping that countries in Asia will soon follow in prohibiting foie gras through legislation.

PHOTO: peta asia

ramped pens, dismal hygiene, gorged throats, organ malfunction – activists say such agonies are routine for the ducks and geese pent up in the Chinese factories that produce foie gras. “It’s a cruel product made from the diseased, rotting livers of abused ducks and geese,” says Ashley Fruno, senior campaigner at PETA Asia. Foie gras, she points out, is French for “fatty liver,” a name that she feels is apt, if not understated. “Workers ram pipes down the birds’ throats two or three times daily and pump as much as four pounds of grain and fat into the animals’ stomachs, causing their livers to bloat up to ten times their normal size.” Earlier this year, PETA teamed up with other animal rights NGOs such as the Humane Society International (HSI) and Compassion in World Farming (CIWF) to strike a decisive blow in their fight against foie gras. A huge factory was to be built in Jiangxi, designed to butcher two million geese and eight million ducks annually for production of the dish. But those plans were revoked after the NGOs launched aggressive campaigns that included protests, petitions sent to government officials, and even a damning TV spot starring none other than actor Roger Moore. Despite the scrapping of one planned factory, activists say China is still bloated with foie gras facilities. Below, Fruno, CIWF China Representative Jeff Zhou, and HSI China specialist Peter Li dish on the dirty details of this delicacy – and how they

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DAY BY DAY What are you planning to do?

Your monthly calendar of Beijing’s best events

toto appear appear inin the the february may issue, issue, submit submit allall events events by by april Jan814 send upload events yourto events listings@thebeijinger.com to thebeijinger.com/events venue info can be found in the directory starting p70. p76.

APR 1 ARTS & CULTURE Film: Brazil When a bureaucrat of the future tries to correct an administrative error, he becomes an enemy of the state. Free. 9pm. Dada (183 1108 0818)

APR 2 MUSIC Double Release Party Local label Genjing releases the latest effort from multi-instrumentalist Li Daiguo, Music for Advertisements. Price TBD. 8pm. Temple (131 6107 0713)

ARTS & CULTURE Drink and Draw Drawing, drinking and models spell a night of artistic fun. Free. 9.30pm. Modernista (136 7127 4747)

LIVING Networking: FCGroup (Interdisciplinary) Meet people outside of your industry to help generate more creative ideas in your work. RMB 150, RMB 80 (advance). 7.30pm. Suzie Wong’s (6500 3377)

APR 3 BARS & CLUBS Dim Sum Disco Presents DJ Kaos Bust some moves on Qingming Festival with DJ Kaos, founding member of the ’90s German electronic super-group Terranova. He’ll be joined by the Dim Sum Disco crew (BoFlex, Donald Summer, Tobias Patrick) when he spins in Beijing for the first time. RMB 70, RMB 50 (advance). 11pm. Haze (5900 6128)

MUSIC SOTX: Whai & Shanren Sound of the Xity presents a diverse night of action to YY with Oshi, Long Shen Dao and Junglemico Project sharing the stage Whai and Shanren. RMB 120. RMB 100 (advance). 8.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

EXPLORE Camping: Crouching Tiger Great Wall Until Apr 4. A two-hour hike to a giant beacon tower where you’ll set up camp. The rest of the time is yours to play. RMB 850. 9.30am. China Hiking (156 5220 0950)

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APR 4 DINING

all event details correct at time of going to press. please call venues ahead of time to confirm.

APR 5 BARS & CLUBS

Basque Cuisine Night Enjoy a selection of four Basque dishes paired with four outstanding Spanish wines. RMB 498. 6-10.45pm. Niajo (5208 6052)

BARS & CLUBS Fumiya Tanaka Regarded as one of the legendary DJ artists in techno over 15 years, Tanaka brings his unique style of minimal techno, with support from Ni Bing, Mickey Zhang and Weng Weng. RMB 120, RMB 100 (advance), RMB 120 (early bird). 10pm. Lantern (135 0134 8785) Let There Be House XI DJs Simon Adams, M Ross, and Kiran Patel fill Haze with house for the last blast of this season. RMB 50 (free before midnight). 10pm. Haze (5900 6128) SOTX: 2562 / A Made Up Sound 2562, Sickstar and Drunk Monk head up the proceedings with signature broken rhythms, off-time percussion, crazed sampling and field recording. RMB 50. 9pm. Dada (183 1108 0818)

MUSIC SOTX: Black Mint, Devils at the Crossroad, Soju Legion & P.K School hosts four bands, including Czech outfit P.K, on the first of two nights held in conjunction with this year’s Sound of the Xity festival. Free. 9pm. School (6402 8881) SOTX: Re-TROS, Hedgehog & Streets Kill Strange Animals Sound of the Xity brings a selection of Beijing heavyweights together as ReTROS, Hedgehog and Streets Kill Strange Animals share a stage with Dabang and Glow Curve. RMB 150, RMB 120 (advance). 8.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

ARTS & CULTURE Electric Shadows Fourth Anniversary: Fourgasm Given the inauspiciousness of the date (the Chinese word for “four” rhymes with death), these film buffs have decided to revel in all things death-related. Includes films and a performance by the Beijing Dead. Free. 7.30pm. Zajia (156 0112 2252)

EXPLORE Camping: Great Wall & Hot Springs Until Apr 5. Two days of hiking and camping end with a relaxing hot springs bath. RMB 1,450. 9.30am. China Hiking (156 5220 0950)

GT Blackout GT Blackout is a monthly party night featuring at least one Chinese DJ with a massive track record. DJ Anry gets the Blackout treatment tonight; he’ll perform a three-hour set filled with electro-house. RMB 50. 10pm. GT Banana (6528 3636)

MUSIC SOTX: Drive Like Maria, Nova Heart, Snapline, CNdY The annual Sound of the Xity showcase brings Belgian/Dutch rock trio Drive Like Maria to Beijing for a show with support provided by local rockers Nova Heart, Snapline, CNdY. RMB 120. RMB 100 (advance). 8.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) SOTX: Poshang Village, Penicillin & Space Sonic School hosts a night of entertainment in association with the Sound of the Xity festival. Free. 9pm. School (6402 8881)

LIVING FCCC Happy Hour Monthly meeting of the Foreign Correspondents Club of China, with drink specials. Free. 6.30pm. (6586 9507)

APR 6 BARS & CLUBS Hiroshi Watanabe The billboard dance-chart topper and video-game score producer marks his China debut with help from Kenanjun and Hiro Ikematsu. RMB 70. RMB 50 (advance). 10pm. Lantern (135 0134 8785) Purity Vodka Official Launch Ms. Mongolia will be whipping up three Purity Vodka cocktails at a party to mark the brand’s relaunch in Beijing. Free. 7pm. Mainstreet Bar and Restaurant (5624 9706) Second Annual Chili Cook-Off Great Leap and See Dice Go Productions hold the second annual Back Alley Chili Cook-Off. This year, they will have 15 contestants cooking up local chilies. RMB 100. 2pm. Great Leap Brewing (5717 1399) Vics Modern Dance Competition 2013 Dancers vie for a shot at a RMB 10000 top prize at the Gongti superclub’s annual dance-off. Free. 9pm. Vics (5293 0333)

MUSIC Dear Eloise Beijing-based experimental duo Dear

Eloise drop their latest 7-inch, The Winter That Disappeared. Tonight’s party features a performance by After Argument and DJ sets from Yang Haisong, Zaza, Liu Yike and Nevin Domer.RMB 60 (includes a copy of new record). 9pm. XP (6404 9947) Reggae Party: One Drop Local outfit One Drop preside over their regular reggae party. RMB 50 (free before 9pm). 8pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

ARTS & CULTURE Open Reading: Beijing Writers Pro and budding writers convene in an open atmosphere to share and discuss their work. Free. 3-6pm. The Vine Leaf (6407-6308)

LIVING The Chinese Kitchen: Traditional Chinese Medicine Culinary Series Learn the culinary “keys” that unlock the secrets of good health and vital energy. RMB 280. 2-4.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355) Global Kitchen: Indian Cuisine Learn the most popular dishes as well as southern delicacies. RMB 249, RMB 200 (members). 10am-12.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

EXPLORE Hiking: Great Wall & Overnight Countryside Hot Springs Until Apr 7. Set off from an apple orchard and hike to amazing views of the Great Wall. RMB 1,100. 9.30am. China Hiking (156 5220 0950)

APR 7 ARTS & CULTURE Film: 81/2 When a famous Italian director struggles to balance his creative and personal life, dreams and reality interweave in a black and white neorealist masterpiece. Free. 4. 30pm. Modernista (136 7127 4747)

APR 8 ARTS & CULTURE Film: Baraka Director Ron Fricke brings a gorgeous depiction of human life and religion to the screen. Free. 9pm. Dada (183 1108 0818)

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events Wall will end in a charity auction. Proceeds go to the Elderly of Bohai Township. RMB 160, RMB 230 (includes transport to and from Beijing). 7am-4.30pm. Register at www.bohaiorbust.org.

British Club Coffee Morning An informal morning of coffee and conversation. Free. 10am-12pm. Annvita Tea House (6415 5991) Chinese Chit-Chat Make friends and share the learning experience with other students. Free. 1-3pm. Beijing Mandarin School (6508 1026)

Global Kitchen: Pakistani Cuisine A Pakistani chef will show you how to create authentic curries, breads and snacks at home. RMB 249, RMB 200 (members). 2-4.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Global Kitchen: Vietnamese Learn the principles that decide how vegetables and spices are carefully combined with poultry, meat or fish. RMB 250, RMB 200 (members). 7-9.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Yoga: Cameron Tukapua Workshop Explore the connections between Chinese medicine and yoga in partner and group practice. RMB 400. 12.30-3.30pm. Yoga Yard (6413 0774)

Networking: FCGroup (Job Seekers) Connect with people looking for jobs and people looking for staff. RMB 150, RMB 100 (w/ RSVP), RMB 150 (w/ RSVP for 2), RMB 80 (advance). 7.30pm. Flames Bar, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing (5812 8888) Professional Training: FCGroup (Planning and Executing Webinars) A pre-networking evening training session for anyone who needs to improve their skills related to webinars or who are simply curious. RMB 100. 7pm. Flames Bar, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing (5812 8888) Talk: Understanding the New .GAY Domain Should LGBT-friendly websites step out of the closet and sport “.gay” in their URLs? Why .gay is good for LGBT people, and why they need global support to make the domain a reality? RMB 1 (donation for entry). 7.30-9pm. Beijing LGBT Center (6446 5698)

APR 10 ARTS & CULTURE Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: Workshop This bilingual workshop will help you develop those comedy improv muscles you never knew you had. RMB 50 (recommended). 8-9.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452) Film: Unknown Pleasures Bored teenagers seek fun at the turn of the millennium in Datong. In Chinese with English subtitles. Free. 8pm. Yuanfen Flow (5978 9896)

EXPLORE Hiking : Great Wall & Overnight Countryside Hot Springs Until Apr 11. See Apr 6 listing.

SPORT Asian Champions League: Beijing Guoan vs. Bunyodkor Guoan take on Uzbek heavyweights Bunyodkor in the group stage of this year’s ACL. Price TBD. 7.30pm. Workers Stadium

APR 11 MUSIC Epica China Tour Dutch symphonic metal band Epica fills Yugong Yishan with the female mezzosoprano vocals and male growls of Simone Simons and Mark Jansen. RMB 300. RMB 240 (advance). 8pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Miji Concert No.12: Western in West Local noise outfit Soviet Pop team up with tourists Tim Blechmann and Olaf Hochherz as part of the experimental Miji series. RMB 60. 8pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

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Apr 26: Wordy and Soulspeak @ Yugong Yishan Beijing’s finest beatsmiths are gonna t-t-tear it up.

ARTS & CULTURE Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: Stand-up Enjoy top quality stand-up comedy by performers from around the world. RMB 50 (recommended). 8-9.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452) Koryo Cinema: O Youth The classic DPRK plot device: a mistaken identity, self-sacrifice, and an overbearing family that means well. Free. 7.30pm.Koryo Tours and Gallery (6416 7544)

APR 12 BARS & CLUBS KiNK Producer, DJ and live performer from Bulgaria, KiNK, brings house and techno to Haze with the help of supporting spinners YangBing, Eric Lee and Patrick Yu. RMB 120, RMB 80 (advance), RMB 50 (early bird). 10pm. Haze (5900 6128)

MUSIC About a Son: Kurt Cobain Homage Alternative bands The Gray (Beijing), Fuzzy Mood (Beijing) and The Hit (Chengdu) interpret Nirvana classics and bring their own grunge sound to the stage. RMB 100, RMB 70 (advance). 8.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Birdstriking, Tree One, Dice and FU A night of indie rock with Birdstriking, Tree One, Dice, and Japanese outfit FU. RMB 50. 9pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Godspeed You! Black Emperor Canadian post-rockers debut in China following their 2012 release of the critically acclaimed Allelujah! Don’t Bend! Ascend! album. RMB 300, RMB 240 (advance). 8pm. Tango (6425 5677) Rolling Bowling & Steely Heart Rockabilly act Rolling Bowling will have their upright bass in tow for a show with Steely Heart. RMB 40. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

ARTS & CULTURE Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: Beijing Improv & SPIT Beijing Improv on Penghao’s mainstage, followed by SPIT, the premiere improvisational theater group in Southeast Asia.

RMB 50 (recommended). 8-9.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452)

APR 13 BARS & CLUBS 13 Party 13 is a special number for GT Banana as 2013 marks the 13th anniversary of the club. This means a big party every Friday and Saturday containing the number 13 in the date. RMB 100 (includes a drink). 10pm. GT Banana (6528 3636) Aeroplane: Take Me to Belgium, Part IV Aeroplane visits Haze with support from Max Feelgood, Tiger9stein and Bite Size Buddha. RMB 120, RMB 80 (advance). Haze (5900 6128)

ARTS & CULTURE Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: Impro Mafia & People’s Republic of Comedy Brisbane’s premier improv company, specializing in both genre-based theatrical productions and rapid-fire short-form improv, followed by a troupe from Shanghai famous for dynamic, hilarious shows. RMB 50 (recommended). 6-7.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452) Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: Zmack & BIG Shanghai’s longest-running comedy team perform their best, followed by Beijing Improv’s Bilingual Group. RMB 50 (recommended). 9-10.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452)

MUSIC Demerit, GumBleed & Discord A night of street punk with music from Demerit, GumBleed and Discord. RMB 50. 9pm. School (6402 8881) Toman This Belgian indie post-rock outfit has shared the stage with Sigur Ros, Mogwai, Envy, and Tortoise, among others. They perform their new studio release Postrock Hits Vol II. RMB 60. 8.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

LIVING Charity: Bohai or Bust Biking Event A blue-sky day of cycling along the Great

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Tour: Great Wall Mutianyu and Olympic Venues Enjoy a half-day at an easygoing section of the Great Wall followed by photo ops at the Summer Palace and Olympic venues. RMB 380. 9am-4.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) Tour: Madame Soong’s Residence A guided tour of the beautiful courtyard houses and garden that once belonged to Madame Soong Ching-ling. RMB 120. 10am-12pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

APR 14 MUSIC Black Mint, Summer Sunshine and Fanmian’r A night of hard rock and new school. RMB 40. 9pm. School (6402 8881) Zhai Xiaoen A Beijing girl’s story, told with the aid of her band, with support from Song Laoxie. RMB 50 (includes free CD). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

ARTS & CULTURE Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: ImproPékin & Plus One A succession of short, unscripted scenes in French by bilingual performances based entirely on audience suggestions. RMB 50 (recommended). 3-4.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452) Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: Mix and Match A manic comedy jam from the performers in town for the festival. RMB 50 (recommended). 6-6.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452) Film: Barton Fink The hellish truths of the entertainment industry are revealed to a New York playwright hired to work in Hollywood. Free. 4. 30pm. Modernista (136 7127 4747)

LIVING Yoga: Cameron Tukapua Workshop See Apr 13.

EXPLORE Hike: Tanzhe Monastery One of Beijing’s oldest temples makes for a peaceful getaway in the western suburbs. RMB 350. 8.30am-5pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

SPORT Chinese Super League: Beijing Guoan vs. Shanghai Shenxin Guoan face the poorer of the two Shanghai sides. Still a good chance to score on our Southern neighbors. Price TBD.

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Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: People’s Liberation Improv, Mainstage English Players A group from Hong Kong warm things up for China’s longest-running English language comedy theater group. RMB 50 (recommended). 8-10.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452)

APR 15 ARTS & CULTURE Film: Afro Samurai Five episodes from a futuristic TV series about a black samurai on a mission to avenge the wrongful death of his father. Free. 9pm. Dada (183 1108 0818)

LIVING Gourmet Cupcakes: Eat Your Vegetables Bake nutrition into your diet with three great vegetable cupcake recipes. RMB 280. 2-4.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

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Drink and Draw See Apr 2.

Hike: Gubeikou to Jinshanling A steep climb along one of the more harrowing, unrestored sections of the Wall. RMB 420. 8.30am-6pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

LIVING The Chinese Kitchen: Traditional Chinese Medicine Culinary Series See Apr 6. 7pm. INN Coffee Morning Exchange tips on being a newbie to the city. Free. 10am-noon. The Bookworm (6586 9507) Networking: FCGroup (Creatives) Meet people from creative industries. Dress to impress or be simply creative. RMB 150, RMB 100 (w/ RSVP), RMB 150 (w/ RSVP for 2), RMB 80 (advance). 7.30pm. Zeta Bar (5865 5050)

APR 17 ARTS & CULTURE Ballet: Giselle The Royal New Zealand Ballet tells the story of a vengeful lover who harnesses the power of the dead. RMB 100-580. 7.30pm. NCPA (6655 0000)

Apr 3: DJ Kaos @ Haze

Here he is causing Kaos at the telephone exchange. Learn Chinese calligraphy from a professional teacher. RMB 10. 1.30-3.30pm. Beijing Mandarin School (6508 1026) Global Kitchen: Tastes of Japan Discover the joy of authentic Japanese comfort food. RMB 249, RMB 200 (members). 10am-12.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

APR 19 MUSIC Monster 11 Monster 11 blend head-shaking rock ‘n’ roll with a twist of funk. Their show is a high-energy ride through contemporary grunge, classic rock, hardened soul grooves, blues, and even rap-metal. With support from Perpetual Motion Machine. RMB 40. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

find a partner tonight. RMB 50 (free admission for ladies). 10pm. GT Banana (6528 3636)

SPORT Chinese Super League: Beijing Guoan vs. Guizhou Renhe The “Watermelons” take on last year’s fourth placed finishers Guizhou. Price TBD. 7.35pm. Workers Stadium

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8th Annual Spring Green T. Tasting Spend a leisurely Saturday afternoon tasting a range of China’s finest green teas along with T. cuisine and T. snacks. A special benefit concert follows at 5pm. Free entry with RSVP to t.tasting@green-thouse.com. 3-5pm. Green T. House Living (8456 4922 ext 8)

Camping: Qianzilu Great wall Until Apr 18. An 8km hike along an overgrown section of the Great Wall. RMB 850. 9.30am. China Hiking (156 5220 0950)

Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: BIG, Stand-up showcase The Bilingual Improv Group will deliver their patented brand of skewering humor and unexpected stories before a stand-up showcase by comedians from Asia and beyond. RMB 50 (recommended). 8-10.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452)

Beijing’s Best Bits: A Comedy Etravaganza Twenty comedians take turns giving rapid fire 90-second jokes all night. RMB 50 (includes a free beer). 10pm. Centro (6561 8833)

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Chi Fan for Charity: Napa Valley Style Twenty-two Napa Valley vintners collaborate with six Beijing chefs to create 4-course menus with wine pairings. Bid in a live auction with private reserves from the vintners with all proceeds going to charity. Purchase seats at www.chifanforcharity.org. RMB 1,288. 7pm. Temple Restaurant (8400 2232)

Record Store Day 2012 The international holiday for music aficionados, arrives in Beijing, thanks to local vinyl-only label Genjing Records. Featuring Streets Kill Strange Animals, Alpine Decline and the Last Three Minutes. Price TBD. 8pm. XP (6404 9947)

Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: Workshop See Apr 10.

APR 18 DINING Taste Napa Valley with Pudao This tasting features wines from Napa Valley’s premium producers. Spaces are limited. RSVP to Beijing@pudaowines. com. RMB 100, RMB 200 (members). 7.30-9 .30pm. Pudao Wines Beijing (8590 6556)

ARTS & CULTURE Ballet: Giselle See Apr 17. Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: PRI, Xiamen Improv, Improv First A triple blast of improvised humor from three different troupes. In Chinese. RMB 50 (recommended). 8-10.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452) Workshop: The Darkroom Learn a bygone way to develop film and re-experience the magic of the darkroom. Free. 7-10.30pm. Atelier (6416 1614)

LIVING Class: Chinese Calligraphy

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The Chef and the Brewer Chef Andreas Block teams up with Great Leap Brewery to create a special beer pairing menu. RMB 350. 7.30pm. The CUT Steak & Seafood Grill, Fairmont Beijing Hotel (8507 3630)

BARS & CLUBS 419 One-Night Stand Party 419 is the Chinese code for one-night stand. On the 19th day of the 4th month, it’s something to celebrate. Expect crazy cocktails, hot performances and traffic light specials, with gifts for singles who

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Xu Fei: We Will Depart Hand-in-Hand in the End Tour Female singer-songwriter Xu Fei performs folk and pop rock as part of her nationwide tour. RMB 150. RMB 120 (advance). 8.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

ARTS & CULTURE Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: Istanbul Impro / 3 Dudes Istanbul’s premiere improv team, followed by a show from Hong Kong Englishlanguage performers. RMB 50 (recommended). 9-10.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452)

Tour: Buddhist Temples An expert guide will walk you through the mysteries of Buddhist Temples. Never again will you think they all look the same. RMB 150. 2-4.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

APR 21 MUSIC Julio Iglesias One of the biggest selling recording artists in history, Spanish crooner Julio Iglesias returns to China after 20 years. RMB 3801,680. 7pm. Beijing Exhibition Center (400 610 3721)

ARTS & CULTURE Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: Mix and Match See Apr 14. Beijing Improv Comedy Festival: Plus One, Xiamen Improv Bilingual performances based entirely on audience suggestions, followed by a special show from Xiamen’s first improv group. RMB 50 (recommended). 3-4.45pm. Penghao Theater (6400 6452) Film: Synecdoche, New York A theatre director stages an increasingly elaborate production that blurs the line between fiction and reality. Free. 4. 30pm. Modernista (136 7127 4747)

LIVING Speed Dating Shake off those winter blues and meet some new people. Put your name in at www.fishbowlevents.com. RMB 170. 7pm. Location TBD. Gardening: Get Your Hands Dirty Spend the day learning how to plant vegetables in lovely a red brick yard. RMB 40. 9am-4.30pm. The Schoolhouse at Mutianyu (6162 6506)

EXPLORE Tour: Maliandao Tea Market Peruse the fragrant selections of the largest tea market in northern China. RMB 280. 9.30am-3.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

APR 22 ARTS & CULTURE Film: Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia

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events An American bartender and his prostitute girlfriend navigate the Mexican underworld to collect a dead gigolo’s bounty. Free. 9pm. Dada (183 1108 0818)

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Strawberry Festival 2013 Modern Sky’s annual three-day bash is back. This year’s headliners are Britpop band Travis, San Fransico noise quartet Deerhoof, and electronic indie pop rockers Monokino. Price and time TBD. Tongzhou Canal Park

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LIVING British Club Coffee Morning: TCM Talk Alex Tan will talk traditional Chinese medicine. Refreshments are included but leave your jeans and sneakers behind. RMB 80. 10am-12pm. Capital Club (6337 0491)

APR 29 BARS & CLUBS

Networking: FCGroup (Professionals) Meet interesting people to promote and grow your business. RMB 150, RMB 100 (w/ RSVP), RMB 150 (w/ RSVP for 2), RMB 80 (advance). 7.30pm. Champagne Bar, Fairmont Beijing (8511 7777)

DJ Phonk D’or Celebrate the annual Dutch Queens’ Night with a native Netherlander, as GT Banana goes orange to celebrate the occasion. RMB 100. 11pm. GT Banana (6528 3636)

SPORT Asian Champions League: Beijing Guoan vs. Pohang Steelers Guoan face South Korean nemesis Pohang in a crunch ACL group stage tie. Price TBD. 7.30pm. Workers Stadium

APR 24 ARTS & CULTURE Concert: Lorin Maazel and Munich Philharmonic Orhcestra Piano genius Zhang Haochen joins the renowned conductor for what’s sure to be an astounding performance. RMB 200-980. 7.30pm. NCPA (6655 0000) Workshop: Film Photography Remember when you had to actually have film developed? Take four sessions to relearn the basics for working with film. Call ahead for price and reservation. 7-10.30pm. Atelier (6416 1614) Workshop: Intro to DSLR Photography From aperture to speed modes, learn to do everything your shiny new DSLR was designed for in just four sessions. Call ahead for price and reservation. 10am-12.30pm. Atelier (6416 1614)

LIVING Workshop: Beijing Opera Masks Those awesome Peking Opera characters are fun to impersonate, once you’ve made your own mask. RMB 50. 1.30-3.30pm. Beijing Mandarin School (6508 1026)

EXPLORE Camping: Chen Castle Great Wall A 10km trek up and down the famous Great Wall steps. The hike on this wellpreserved Wild Great Wall is good for everybody with an average condition. RMB 850. 9.30am. China Hiking (15652200950)

APR 25 ARTS & CULTURE Book Talk: The Middle Kingdom Ride Unique photographs and stories from a 65-day motorcycle trip circumnavigating China. RMB 50. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6431 2108) Opera: Der Fliegende Hollander Wagner’s most performed opera tells the story of a ghost ship banished to the high seas. Price TBA. 7.30pm. NCPA (6655 0000)

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Apr 1-14: Spring Lamb @ Scene a Cafe

Cute running around a pasture, tastier as your lunch.

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beautiful gifts. RMB 160. 2-5pm. Gift of Hope Hutong Studio (no tel)

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Wordy & Soulspeak The DJs/beatmakers, consisting of threetime DMC Champion DJ Wordy and Soulspeak, perform hip-hop to electronic beat music. The duo are releasing their new album tonight. RMB 50, RMB 100 (including CD). 8pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

Boat Tour: Summer Palace Cruise the imperial canal in a motorized canopy boat, taking in such landmarks as Beijing Zoo, the Beijing Aquarium and Purple Bamboo Garden before reaching the Summer Palace. RMB 490. 9am-4.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

APR 27 BARS & CLUBS Hangover Party: Labor Day Edition Expect fetish performances, speakerblasting electro beats, cocktail deals and surprises. RMB 50. 10pm. GT Banana (6528 3636) The Syndicate vs. Heavy Two of the biggest bass crews in China, Hong Kong’s BloodDunza and The Syndicate’s Heavy, face off. With Blooddunza and Kay C in the Heavy corner, and Blackie, Clir and Donkey Tonk representing Syndicate. RMB 40. 10.30pm. Dada (183 1108 0818)

MUSIC School Three-Year Anniversary School celebrates its three-year anniversary with performances from Rolling Bowling, PB33, Brain Failure, Queen Sea Big Shark, Casino Demon and Candy Monster. RMB 150. 9pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

ARTS & CULTURE Concert: José Carreras Don’t miss the astounding Spanish tenor Jose Carreras live in Beijing. Price TBD. 7pm. NCPA (6655 0000) Saurau Project: Phobia Sarau Project is a monthly literary, musical, artistic gathering where audience and presenters discuss a theme through different artistic mediums. Free. 5.30pm. Modernista (136 7127 4747)

LIVING Charity: Egg Carving and Painting Support the disabled community while having fun. Special guest Mr. Ma demonstrates how to carve and paint eggs into

Camping: Fairy Tower Great Wall Until Apr 28. A more challenging hike gets you some interesting views of the Beijing skyline. RMB 850. 9.30am. China Hiking (156 5220 0950) Camping: The Great Wall Until Apr 28. A morning hike followed by camping in a watchtower. RMB 1,200. 9am. China Culture Center (6432 9341) Tour: Caochangdi Art Village Visit the homes and studios of freelance artists in a less-commercialized art district. 9.30am-12.30pm. RMB 150. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

APR 28 BARS & CLUBS Comedy Club China @ Centro Centro presents Comedy Club China’s “Fantastic 4 Four Comedians.” Comedian and magician Jackie Sun headlines. Free. 8pm. Centro (6561 8833)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Achilles and the Tortoise A contemporary Japanese painter becomes so obsessed with his art that he becomes insensitive to everything around him. Free. 4. 30pm. Modernista (136 7127 4747)

LIVING Baking: Girl Scout Cookies Learn how to create three Girl Scout cookie flavors in this nostalgic baking session. RMB 280. 4-6pm. The Hutong (6404 3355) Traditional Village Lunch Observe the cooking process and indulge in the heartiness of a local farmer’s lunch. RMB 80. 9am-4.30pm. The Schoolhouse at Mutianyu (6162 6506)

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Cold Cave Influential dark wave band Cold Wave make their way to China. Initially here for Midi Festival, they’ll play Temple before they head away from the capital. RMB 50. 10pm. Temple (131 6107 0713)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Clerks Two convenience clerks, Dante and Randal, waste the day talking movies and playing hockey on the store roof. Free. 9pm. Dada (183 1108 0818)

EXPLORE Camping: General Xu Great Wall Until April 30. A majestic 15km hike that takes you over high mountains, through mountain villages and along defense walls. RMB 850. 9.30am. China Hiking (156 5220 0950)

APR 30 BARS & CLUBS Dutch Queens’ Day Party Dress in orange, drink and party as GT Banana give the space an orange makeover to go Dutch for the night. RMB 50. 10pm. GT Banana (6528 3636) Strawberry Festival After Party Mexican electronic DJ crew Ecliptic deliver a psytrance set, followed by Atoned Splendor, Aaron, Microgram, Robin Lew and Rigelmade. RMB 50 (free with festival wristband). 10pm. Dada (183 1108 0818)

MUSIC So So Modern New Zealand post-punk band So So Modern bring their mix of no-wave, krautrock, new-romantic, and punk to Gulou. RMB 50. 10pm. Temple (131 6107 0713) Vialka French “turbo-folk” duo Vialka perform alongside the Li Daiguo. The Paris-based outfit are another new addition to the Genjing Records roster. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 9pm. XP (6404 9947)

LIVING Global Kitchen: Malaysian Cuisine Play in a paradise of spice and diversity as you learn the secrets behind authentic Malaysian meals. RMB 249, RMB 200 (members). 7-9.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

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WEEKLY+ONGOING All events are free to attend unless otherwise stated BUFFETS & BRUNCHES WEDNESDAYS Seafood Buffet Generous seafood options plus free-flow soft drinks, mocktails and a glass of select imported red or white wine. RMB 388+15%. 5.30-10pm. Senses, Westin Beijing Financial Street (6629 7810/11).

FRIDAYS MEAT Me! Australian tenderloin features in this meatheavy buffet. RMB 328+15%, RMB 108 extra for free-flow house wine and Stella Artois. 6-11pm. Elements, Hilton Beijing (5865 5020) Seafood Buffet See Wednesdays. Seafood Grill Fridays Fresh spread of just-caught lobster, fish, crab and other underwater delights, plus the regular buffet. RMB 268+15%, RMB 398+15% (includes one lobster and access to seafood grill). 5.30-10pm. Kranzler’s, Kempinski Hotel Beijing (6465 3388) Spectacular Seafood Buffet Boston lobster, king prawns, crabs, Japanese bream, all prepared in a variety of Asian and Western styles, with select wines and beer on free-flow every Friday night. RMB 388. Cafe 99, The Regent (8522 1789)

SATURDAYS Honzen’s Sushi Saturdays Brunch for sushi fanatics. RMB 188+15%. 11am-3pm. Honzen, Kempinski Hotel Beijing (6465 3388 ext 4220) Mexican Saturdays Fresh tortilla wraps with meat, seafood and vegetable fillings, quesadillas, guacamole and margaritas. RMB 366+15%. 5.30-10pm. Kranzler’s Restaurant & Bar, Kempinski Hotel Beijing (6465 3388) Seafood Dinner Buffet For those who are more surf than turf. RMB 518+15%. 6-10pm. Aroma, Ritz-Carlton Beijing (5908 8161)

SUNDAYS 360° Champagne Brunch A fine spread, Mumm champagne and the best homemade ice cream in town. RMB 298-368+15%. 11.30am-3pm. 360°, Hilton Beijing Capital Airport (6458 8888) Authentic American Brunch Classics like smoked salmon eggs benedict or steak and eggs, plus other Southern options. Add RMB 98 for a “build your own” Bloody Mary bar. RMB 188+15% (2 courses), RMB 228+15% (3 courses), RMB 268+15% (4 courses). Noon-3pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030) Barolo Family Sunday Fresh pasta and risotto, with classic Italian desserts and free-flow Italian wines. RMB 388+15%. 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. Barolo,

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Ritz-Carlton Beijing (5908 8151) Bubbalicious Free-flow champagne and Grand Marnier cocktails, an array of cold and hot dishes and desserts, and juice and smoothie stations. RMB 468+15%. 11.30am-3.30pm. Seasonal Tastes, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880) Bubbly Sundays Caviar, live seafood, make-your-own sushi rolls, teppanyaki ice cream and much more. RMB 398+15% (includes free-flow champagne), RMB 328+15% (free-flow wine and beer), RMB 168+15% (kids under 12), free (kids under 6). 11.30am3pm. Senses, Westin Financial Street (6629 7810) Brunch @ Sureño All month. Chef Pons brings you a new brunch menu, where you can choose between three or four courses. RMB 328 (3 courses), RMB 358 (4 courses). Noon-3pm. Sureño, The Opposite House (6410 5240) Brunch at The Hutong From American pancakes and bacon to Pakistani breakfast fare, menus for the new Sunday brunch will offer fresh takes on the traditional weekend meal. RMB 200, RMB 180 (members). The Hutong (6404 3355) Champagne Brunch Sundays don’t get better than Veuve Clicquot champagne with oysters, grilled meat, fresh cheese and luscious desserts. RMB 428-528+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Garden Court, St. Regis (6460 6688) Dim Sum Feast Sunday All-you-can-eat dim sum, with Dom Perignon if you like. RMB 288+15% (two people), RMB 1,998+15% (two people, includes free-flow Dom Perignon). Qi, Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street (6601 6666) FIZZtastic Champagne Brunch Mumm Champagne on free-flow and a lip-smacking array of international gastronomy, including lobsters and assorted goodies brought direct to your table. RMB 458+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Vasco’s, Hilton Wangfujing (5812 8888 ext 8411) Grand CRU Brunch One of Beijing’s most indulgent Sunday brunches. Enjoy Beluga caviar, winter black truffle and live lobster. RMB 688+15% (includes free-flow champagne, wine and martinis), kids 6-12 half price. 11.30am3pm. CRU Steakhouse, JW Marriott Beijing (5908 8995 ext 1628) Italian Aperitivo All-you-can-eat authentic Italian bites. RMB 80. 7-9pm. Modernista (136 9142 5744) Latin Brunch Enjoy a seafood platter and choose up to six dishes from a selection with Latin, European and Asian influences. RMB 288 (free-flow prosecco, red & white wine), RMB 228 (free-flow non-alcoholic drinks). Noon-4pm. Alameda (6417 8084) Mosto Brunch Add RMB 158 to the cost of your brunch

for free-flow sparkling wine, house wines, Bellinis and mimosas. Noon-3pm. Mosto (5208 6030) pentabrunch Sunday Rehab The place to recover from your Saturday night shenanigans. Hearty comfort food, hangover cocktails and even ice packs at the ready – all at a great price. RMB 128. 11am- 3pm. pentahotel Beijing (6708 8118) S.T.A.Y. Sunday Brunch Order a la carte, and add RMB 200 for free-flow champagne. RMB 468+15%. 11am-4pm. S.T.A.Y., Shangri-La (6841 2211 ext 6727) SALT Bubbly Sundays Two- or three-course brunches. Pick from the wine list, splash out with a slightly indulgent cocktail or add RMB 150 for free-flow drinking. RMB 198 (two courses), RMB 228 (three courses). SALT (6437 8457) soFEASTication Brunch Boston lobster, tomahawk steak, fresh oysters and free-flow Taittinger. RMB 428488+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Feast, Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng (5798 8908) Sunday Brunch A phenomenal value. Enjoy an appetizer buffet, limitless made-to-order entrees and desserts. Add RMB 70 for free-flow bubbly. RMB 388+15%. The Cut, Fairmont Beijing (8507 3630) Sunday Brunch One of the best champagne brunches in town relies on quality rather than quantity. RMB 428+15% per person (includes free-flow champagne). VIC, Sofitel (8599 6666) Sunday Lunch Buffet at Greenfish Appetizers from the buffet plus your choice of main course. RMB 218+15% (includes soft drinks, coffee and tea). 11.30am-2.30pm. Greenfish, Ritz- Carlton Beijing Financial Street (6629 6990) Sweet Escape Lavish food and live jazz. RMB 348+15%, RMB 388+15% (unlimited Paulaner beer, and sparkling, red and white wines). 11.30am-3pm. Kranzler’s, Kempinski Hotel Beijing (6465 3388 ext 4217) Ultimate Sunday Brunch The organic station and superfood bar at this sumptuous buffet mean you can have your cake and eat it too. RMB 268+15% (includes wine), RMB 368+15% (includes free-flow Veuve Clicquot). 11.30am-3pm. BLD Cafe, Renaissance Beijing Capital (5863 8223)

WEEKENDS Aroma Gourmet Brunch Boston lobster, Australian oysters, French foie gras, international cheeses and more. RMB 518+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Aroma, RitzCarlton Beijing (5908 8161) Brunch @ Bar Veloce Order their sets (from healthy to bubbly) or go a la carte with ciabatta breakfast sandwiches and French toast. RMB 100-150. 11am-4pm. Bar Veloce (6586 1006)

Bubbly Brunch@SALT Relax into spring with SALT’s fresh, seasonal brunch menu. Non-alcoholic and children’s options also available. RMB 198 (2 courses), RMB 228 (3 courses), add RMB 200 for free-flow bubbles. SALT (6437 8457) Dim Sum Brunch More than 40 kinds of dim sum, plus a buffet of cold appetizers, congee and desserts, with free-flow tea. RMB 128+15%. 10.30am-2.30pm. Sui Yuan Restaurant, DoubleTree by Hilton Beijing (6338 1999 ext 1726) Dim Sum Brunch Try out Yu’s new menu by indulging in their unlimited dim sum. RMB 388+15%. 11.30am-2.30pm. Yu, Ritz-Carlton Beijing (5908 8111) I Love Dim Sum All-you-can-eat dim sum and congee at wallet-friendly prices. RMB 99. Noon-2pm. Sun Palace, Crowne Plaza Sun Palace Beijing (6429 8888 ext 6332) Luxurious Brunch at Maison Boulud Pick and choose from an array of delectable courses. RMB 258 (four courses), RMB 218 (three courses), RMB 168 (two courses). 11am-4pm. Maison Boulud (6559 9200) Pizza and Pasta Mania Unlimited pizza and pasta. RMB 189+15% (includes free-flow beer and soft drinks). Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 6-10pm. Prego, Westin Financial Street (6629 7815) Saturday & Sunday Brunch Potato roasties, ratatouille, mashed apple compote, waffles, croissant, bacon and more. Add RMB 42 for cold cuts and French cheese. RMB 88. 11am-4pm. Beer Mania (6500 0559) Seafood Fascination Fri-Sat. Indulge in seafood to ease yourself into the weekend. Dinner only. RMB 328+15%. Feast, Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng (5798 8888) Seafood Weekend Buffet Fri-Sat. Fresh oysters and an entire Boston lobster per diner. Dinner only. RMB 498+15%, RMB 199+15% (kids 6-12). Greenfish, Ritz-Carlton Financial Street (6601 6666 ext 6255) Weekend Brunch Omelets, poached eggs, scrambled eggs on rye toast, croissanwiches and waffles. Choose any dish and add a coffee for RMB 10. RMB 48. 9am-2pm. Colibri (6417 0808)

ONGOING All-You-Can-Eat Happy Hour @ Bar Veloce 1949 Until April 30. Happy hour just got even better with complimentary all-you-caneat, made-to-order paninis and a walk-up DIY Bruschetta Bar if you order a glass of wine. 5-7pm. Bar Veloce 1949 (6500 0559) BBQ Buffet Dinner Thu-Sat. Hearty German dishes, with meat, seafood, salads and desserts. RMB 168+15% (includes beer). 6-9pm. Villa

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events Castanea (6272 0130)

Chef’s Menu Daily. Six-course tasting menu from Chef Daniel Urdaneta. RMB 398, RMB 518 (includes free-flow sparkling and house wines). Modo (6415 7207)

Dim Sum Lunch Daily. Unlimited dim sum with your choice of Chinese congee and green tea. RMB 128+15%. 11.30am-2pm. Dragon Palace, Kempinski Hotel Beijing (6465 3388 ext 4217)

Modo Dinner Party Set Daily. Plan your own dinner party for groups larger than eight, including a fivecourse dinner of Modo’s delectable food and free-flow wines, beer, soda, coffee and tea. RMB 370+10%. 6-10pm. Modo (6415 7207)

Dumpling Deluge Daily. Both classics and new dim sum dishes available for a la carte or allyou-can-eat. RMB 108+15% (set menu). 11.30am-2pm. Choy’s Seafood, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast (5927 8888/8320)

Modo Happy Hour Dinner Set Daily. The perfect excuse to have an early dinner. RMB 148 (2 courses), RMB 168 (3 courses). 6-7pm. Modo (6415 7207)

Feast Business Lunch Mon-Fri. Choose a main course, then go wild with the fabulous buffet selection. RMB 138+15%. Feast, Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng (5798 8888) Feast Dinner Buffet Mon-Thu. New buffet restaurant Feast showcases one of Beijing’s most lavish dinner spreads for a less-lavish price. RMB 288+15%. Feast, Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng (5798 8888) Ganges Lunch Buffet Mon-Fri. A quality lunch deal featuring BBQ meat and vegetables, curries, soup, fruit, salad, and ice cream. 11.30am1.30pm. RMB 55. Available at Ganges branches: Shimao (6416 0181), Dongzhimenwai (6417 0900) and The Place (6587 2999) Hungry for Hummus? Mon-Fri. Middle Eastern favorite Rumi offers a lunch buffet featuring many of their most popular menu items. RMB 88. 11.30am-2.30pm. Rumi (8454 3838) Mughal’s Buffet Lunch Mon-Fri. Indian and Pakistani curries, vegetable dishes and more. Noon-2.30pm. Mughal’s (6638 2160) Seasonal Salad Bar Daily. Begin with unlimited trips to the salad bar; add a main or a soup as your appetite desires. Noon-3pm. RMB 58, add RMB 88 (entree), add RMB 48 (soup). Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880) Seasoning All-Day Dining International Buffet Daily. Enjoy fish, scallops, lamb chops, chicken and beef hot off the grill, along with other international options. RMB 198+15%. 6-9.30pm. Holiday Inn Beijing Focus Square (6473 3333 ext 6310) Simply Dim Sum Daily. Endless samples for dim sum lovers. RMB 158+15% (weekdays), RMB 188+15% (weekends). 11.30am-2pm. Zen5es, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880) Station-to-Station Daily. Sixteen fresh gourmet stations, each with its own specialization: foie gras, seafood, rotisserie, Chinese barbecue, dim sum and more. RMB 288+15%, RMB 158+15% (kids under 12). 6-10pm. Jing, The Peninsula Beijing (8516 2888) Yum Cha Dim Sum Daily. All-you-can-eat dim sum. No service charge. RMB 98. 11.30am-2pm. Yue, Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng (5798 8888) Yummy Yum Cha Daily. Start your day off in proper Cantonese style with unlimited dim sum delicacies. RMB 108+15%. 7-10am. Jewel, Westin Beijing Financial Street (6629 7820)

LUNCH DEALS SATURDAYS Feijoada Saturdays Start off your weekend with the traditional Brazilian stew. RMB 128. 11.30am-3pm.

Mosto at 6 Daily. Dine alfresco as the sun sets over Nali Patio. RMB 218 (2 courses), RMB 258 (3 courses). 6-7pm. Mosto (5208 6030) Ven Pronto Daily. A bargain four-course set menu for early diners – as long as you finish by 7.30pm. Reservations essential. RMB 248. Agua (5208 6188)

apr 27: Egg carving and painting We’d like to see the chickens that laid these. Alameda (6417 8084)

SUNDAYS American Sunday Roast prime beef rib cut tableside with all the trimmings. RMB 198+15%, RMB 98+15% extra for wine buffet. Noon-3pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030)

WEEKENDS New Salud Combo Sat-Sun. Any kind of sandwich + RMB 15 = an extra soft drink & French fries. A good sum. Noon-4pm. Salud (6402 5086)

ONGOING 45 mins Business Lunch @ CRU Steakhouse Until Apr 30. Dine fast but luxuriously with a three-course lunch including options from a Wagyu beef burger to a fresh salmon filet. RMB 168+15%. 11.30am-2pm. Cru Steakhouse, JW Marriott (5908 8530) Argentinean Lunch Tue-Fri, until Apr 30. Chef María Olivera selects a special three-course lunch menu daily at Beijing’s only Argentinean restaurant. RMB 68. 11.30am-2pm. Che Diego! (13021241597) e-lunch@SALT Mon-Fri. Make a quick stop for quality bites in two or three courses of contemporary international fare plus an espresso. Noon-3pm. RMB 118 (2 courses), RMB 138 (3 courses), add RMB 30 for wine. SALT (6437 8457) Lunch Express Daily. For a great lunch deal, choose from set meals at any of their four restaurants: Cantonese at Yue, Japanese at Miyabi, Italian at Bene and international cuisine at Feast. RMB 98. Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng (5798 8888) Share Extremely Large Hamburgers @ Seasoning Restaurant Until May 31. An affordable set lunch in Wangjing designed to share with your colleagues. 8 set menus with soup and salad featuring “Enough Hamburger,” “Overlength Hot Dog,” and “Supreme Large Carnivore Pizza.” RMB 68 and up. 11.30am-2pm. Seasoning Restaurant, Holiday Inn Beijing Focus Square (6473 3333 ext 6310) Starfish Express Lunch Daily. A great new lunch option that

includes a small soup, salad, fruit and your choice from four main course options, with the menu selection changing regularly. RMB 58. 11.30am-2pm. Starfish (6416 5499)

DINNER DEALS TUESDAYS Steak Night Buy-one-get-one-free on Flamme’s house steak. Free. Flamme (6417 8608) Taco y Tequila Tuesdays All tacos and selected tequila shots at RMB 20. 5-7pm. Q Mex (5620 3759)

WEDNESDAYS Bodega Fever Free-flow tapas. For an additional RMB 128, you can share a jug of sangria with friends. RMB 118. 6-10pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 3600 ext 3307) Wine and Dine Free glass of wine with every three-course set dinner. Free. Terra (6591 9148) Wednesday Wine ‘n’ Dine A communal ten-course Chinese dinner overlooking their open kitchen and accompanied by New World wines. Reservations required. (Also on Fridays.) RMB 300. 7-10pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408)

THURSDAYS Prime Rib Night Enjoy 250-day Australian Stockyard prime rib. RMB 260 (includes one beer or glass of wine). The Cut, Fairmont Beijing (8507 3617)

Wine Ritual Daily. Unwind in sophisticated surroundings with free-flowing wines and cocktails. Canapes and snacks also provided. RMB 198+15%. 5.30-7pm. Press Club Bar, St. Regis Hotel (6460 6688 ext 2360)

DINING PROMOTIONS TUESDAYS Happy Tuesday Buy-one-get-one-free on snacks (11am4pm) and couscous (6-11pm). Le Petit Gourmand (6417 6095)

WEDNESDAYS It’s a Steak Out! Sirloin or rib-eye steak with a bowl of soup and a glass of house wine. RMB 180. Blue Frog (8561 2665)

THURSDAYS Steak Thursday Enjoy tenderloin with a bowl of soup. RMB 148 (includes glass of house wine), RMB 108 (no wine). 5.30-9PM. Village Café, The Opposite House (6410 5210)

FRIDAYS Fish ‘n’ Chips Friday Soup, fish ‘n’ chips and a dessert. RMB 88. Village Cafe, The Opposite House (6410 5210)

SATURDAYS Taste Brazil: Feijoada Braised black beans, crispy pork crackling and ribs, spring greens, farofa and more. RMB 188 per person. SALT (6437 8457)

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Fish Fry Choose from breaded or beer-battered for one of the best fish ‘n’ chip deals in town. RMB 58. 5pm-late. Brussels Bar & Restaurant (6591 9525)

Half Price Pasta A perfect opportunity to sample beautiful pasta creations such as spaghetti with sea urchin, pistachio, rosemary and bottarga. 11.30am-9pm. Cepe, Ritz-Carlton Financial Street (6601 6666)

Friday Wine ‘n’ Dine A communal ten-course Chinese dinner overlooking their open kitchen and accompanied by New World wines. Reservations required. (Also on Wednesdays.) RMB 300. 7-10pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408)

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Sunday Roast Treat yourself to a Sunday roast with all the trimmings. Each week, a different meat gets the oven treatment. 3-8pm. Back Alley Bistro (6415 3713)

WEEKENDS Weekend Barbecue

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events A selection of sausages, lamb, steaks, ribs and grilled vegetables on the menu and Stella Artois on tap. Village Cafe, The Opposite House (6410 5210)

Why not? 5pm-midnight. Brussels Bar & Restaurant (6591 9525) All You Can Drink Take advantage of Hidden Lounge’s night of excess. Guys pay RMB 100, while gals get in for half-price. 9pm-midnight. Hidden Lounge (8772 1613)

ONGOING Alluring Spring Bamboo Shoots Until Apr 30. Cantonese Master Chef Kenny Chan and Huiayang Head Chef Xin Qing Hou introduce delectable dishes such as braised catfish with bamboo shoots. Summer Palace, China World Hotel (6505 5838)

Buddhas & Cockshots Beijing’s most famous cocktail and shot glasses are at the center of attention every Wednesday at Fubar when you can take home your “cockshot” and “Buddha” glasses. 8pm. Fubar (6593 8227)

Australian Beef Daily. Try a 300g Australian short rib steak for RMB 168+15%, or a 200g beef fillet for RMB 198+15%. Salad buffet included. 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10.30pm. Texan Bar & Grill, Metropark Lido Hotel (6437 6688 ext 1849) Barolo New Menu Mon-Sat. Don’t miss the squid ink tagliolini with Dungeness crab. 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm. Barolo, Ritz-Carlton Beijing (5908 8151) Build Up Your Own Burger Daily. Your way right away, but rest assured this is above and beyond Burger King. RMB 180+15% (+RMB 10 per extra cheese or other topping). Noon-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030) Free Beer and Wine Daily. For anyone ordering off the menu at their newest location. Free. Ganges, Shimao Department Store (6416 0181) Chocolate Or Noir Daily. Executive Pastry Chef Holger Deh recently created his own chocolate flavor at the prestigious Or Noir Lab in France to produce a flavor with 20 different organoleptic notes and 7 fundamental chocolate flavor cursors. Available in featured desserts at Opus, Mio and Cai Yi Xuan. RMB 75-80. Four Seasons Hotel Beijing (5695 8520) Free Bruschetta Sampler Daily. Buy any bottle of wine and receive a sampling plate of their delicious bruschettas. Bar Veloce (6586 1006) Ganges Bollywood Dance Thu-Sat. Enjoy your food in an Indian atmosphere with a Bollywood-style dance performance and authentic Indian music. 7-9pm. Featured at Ganges branches: Shimao (6416 0181), Haidian (6262 7944) and The Place (6587 2999) Hyderabad Food Festival Until Apr 27. A guest chef prepares Hyderabad delicacies for your pleasure. Live dancers accompany your meal. 11.30am2.30pm (lunch), 5.30-10.30 (dinner). Tadka, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast (59278328) Joselita Ham Set Daily. The “best ham in the world” is now available at Taverna, where you can enjoy 20g of Joselita’s Gran Reserva boneless ham with a glass of Torres wine. RMB 228. Taverna (6501 8882) King Crab Until Apr 30. Try the traditional Japanese way of steaming and grilling king crab with oven-baked king crab egg custard, followed by wasabi ice cream. 11am-10.30pm. Miyabi, Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng Hotel (5798 8993) Oyster Selection Until Apr 30. Love oysters? Then make your way to Grange Grill and savor the freshest oysters from around the world. 11.30am2.30pm. Grange Grill (5922 8880) Rodizio Brazilian BBQ Mon-Thu. As the weather heats up, enjoy the grill. Selection includes lamb, beef,

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Hump Day Happy Hour: Half-Priced Appetizers Starting Jan 16. Half-priced appetizers with a pint of the Beer of the Month. 6-8pm. Slow Boat Brewery Taproom (6538 5537) Martini Night Grey Goose martinis for RMB 70. 6pm-2am. Atmosphere, China World Summit Wing (6505 2299 ext 6433)

All Month: Henri PoincarÉ exhibition Will you find out what he was looking for? sausages and chicken wings. 6-10pm). RMB 328+15%. Cépe, Ritz-Carlton Financial Street (6629 6996) SALTastation Daily. Five courses paired with New and Old World wines. This fall, enjoy restaurateur Gaby’s emphasis on wild game and produce. RMB 568 (food and wine), RMB 368 (food only). SALT (6437 8457) Spring Season Hot Pot Buffet @ Essence Until Apr 30. Enjoy an international dinner buffet spread with a taste of original Chinese hot pot. RMB 188 (including free-flow beer), half-price (children 7-12), free (children under 6). 6-10pm. Essence, Crowne Plaza Beijing (5911 9910) Staff Food Until Apr 30. Every weekday for lunch at Beer Mania, eat the same food as the staff. No rice or salty cabbage available. RMB 40. 11.30am-noon. Beer Mania (6500 0559) Taste of Springtime Until May 30. Get in step with the season and try the new tea inspired menu with selections such as stewed beef brisket with pu’er tea and green tea stuffed sesame balls. Chynna, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing (5812 8888) Tasting Menu Daily. Taste what their new chef can do. RMB 600+15%, RMB 1,000+15% (with paired wines). All day. Aria, China World Hotel (6505 2266 ext 36) Tomahawk Daily. Get your teeth into an enormous, 30cm-long slab of 70-day old grainfed beef. Grange Grill, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880) Unlimited Dim Sum Daily. Gorge on dumplings, noodles, congee and dessert to your heart’s desire. RMB 118 (with juice and tea), RMB 168 (weekends only; includes one lobster and free-flow beer). 11.30am-2pm. Choy’s Seafood, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast (5927 8888) Veg It Up Until Apr 30. Give your body a break after the endless feasts during the Chinese New Year. Vegetarian specialties include braised bean curd with black truffle and steamed wintermelon with bird’s nest. 11am-10 .30pm. Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng Hotel (5798 8998)

Ya Yuan Roast Duck Daily. An excellent duck spread, with crisp skin, moist, savory flesh and thin but toothsome pancakes. RMB 268+15% (6 servings), RMB 188+15% (single serving). Horizon, Kerry Hotel (8529 2188)

HAPPY HOUR & DRINKS SPECIALS MONDAYS Couples Night Guys and girls coming together, buy-twos-get-two-free (classics, house wine, frozen special, local beer and mystery cocktail). 9pm-midnight. Hidden Lounge (8772 1613) Happy Hour Monday Enjoy one of the capital’s longest happy hours with special offers on draft and bottled beers, cocktails and more. NoonMidnight. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794) Mai Happy Hour Buy two cocktails and get one free. 5pm-2am. Mai (138 1125 2641) Temptation Monday 30% off on bottles of wine from Mosto’s outstanding wine list all day. Mosto (5208 6030)

TUESDAYS Drink for Charity Second Tuesday of every month. Because everyone likes to feel like they’re giving something back while on a night out. A donation of RMB 5 is made to a different charity each month for every drink sold tonight. Noon. Beer Mania (6500 0559) Mesh Cocktail Tuesday Two-for-one on both passion fruit and lychee martinis. Mesh (6417 6688) Romantic Tuesdays Romantic Tuesdays at Fubar have everything you need for date night. With roses, candles and funky jazz tunes, Fubar creates the right atmosphere for lovers. 7pm. Fubar (6593 8227) Temptation Tuesday 30% off on bottles of wine from Modo’s awarded wine list all day. Modo (6415 7207)

WEDNESDAYS 100 Kuai Pitchers One red bill gets you a pitcher of ale.

Martini Wednesdays 20 kuai martinis from 9pm onwards. 9pmmidnight. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794) RMB 35 Wednesdays Selected cocktails are RMB 35. 7pmmidnight. Mao Mao Chong (6405 5718) Student Night Pints of Stella at RMB 20, mixed drinks at RMB 20 and absinthe at RMB 20. The perfect way to wind back the clock to your student days. 7pm. Beer Mania (6500 0559) Whiskey Wednesdays Buy a bottle of whiskey, and get a second for free. Enjoy with electro and progressive beats pumping out of the speakers. RMB 30. 10pm. GT Banana (6528 3636)

THURSDAYS Champagne Night @ Xian Two-for-one on Moët by the glass or bottle all night long. Xian, East (8414 9810) Cuba Night at Q Mex Q Mex hosts its regular Cuba Night with Cuban music and Cuban-themed cocktails free for the ladies, as well as buy-one-getone free offers on Mojitos. Limited space, RSVP at www.qmex.co. 9.30pm. Q Mex (6585 3828) Mesh Cocktail Thursday Passionfruit and lychee martini two-for-one until midnight. Mesh (6410 5220) Pitcher Hour Why go for a pint when you can get a pitcher for RMB 55? 5-8pm. Slow Boat Brewery Taproom (6538 5537) Take Home the Pint Glass Night Third Thursday of each month. Slow Boat turns a blind eye to your thievery, giving away free pints glasses with your second draft beer. While stocks last. Free.8-10pm. Slow Boat Brewery Taproom (6538 5537) Thrifty Thursdays Regular happy hour from 5-9pm, but from 9pm to midnight mixed drinks and cocktail of the day are just RMB 25. 5pm-midnight. Brussels Bar & Restaurant (6591 9525) Thirsty Thursdays Buy 2 get 1 free on towers of Tiger beers. 3pm-1am. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794)

FRIDAYS Brats and Brews Stop by for a dinner of brats, served with their own homemade mustards, paired with Slow Boat’s craft brews. 5pm. Slow Boat Brewery Taproom (6538 5537) Bubble Night at Mesh

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events Get a bottle of Duvel Leroy Champagne for RMB 500 to celebrate the weekend. 9pm. Mesh (6417 6688)

Mon-Sat. All drinks are 50% off from 6-9pm when DJs spin tunes and set the mood every Friday and Saturday. 6-9pm. Zeta Bar (5865 5050)

TGIF: Thank God It’s Friday! All standard drinks RMB 30, with a live DJ from 9pm. 7pm. Scarlett (6552 2880)

LADIES’ NIGHT WEDNESDAYS

Free Shots Friday Free jello shots served randomly. 9pmmidnight. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794)

Ladies’ Night Ladies drink free from a select list of drinks – sip your cocktail and enjoy a modeling show on the club’s runway. Time TBD. Suzie Wong (6500 3377)

Friday Flight Night Don’t limit yourself to one when you can go for a flight of beer. Try samplers of three, five or 10 200ml pours. 6-8pm. Slow Boat Brewery Taproom (6538 5537)

Margaritas for Senoritas All ladies in the house who buy one margarita will get a second margarita free. Groups of four or more ladies get a plate of tostadas or a guacamole on the house. 8-10pm. Q Mex (6585 3828)

SATURDAYS Champagne Cocktails Special cocktails made from fruit purees, and 15% discounts on bottles of bubbly. 6pm-2am. Atmosphere, China World Summit Wing (6505 2299 ext 6433) Martini Saturdays 20 kuai martinis. 9pm-2am. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794) Mojito Hour Hot on the heels of the house happy hour is the 10 kuai mojito deal with “no skimping” on quality. 9-10pm. Brussels Bar & Restaurant (6591 9525)

SUNDAYS Daiquiri Sundays Buy-one-get-one-free on all eight of Mas’ signature rum daiquiri cocktails all night. Free. Time TBD. Mas (6405 4337) Industry Night at Xiu Hospitality or airline industry workers enjoy discounts on drink all night long. Xiu, Park Hyatt Beijing (8567 1108) Sunny Sundays Fubar has extended its menu with a selection of hot drinks to warm up this winter and Sunday sees special promotions on all hot drinks. 8pm. Fubar (6593 8227) TED Weekly Watch weekly TED videos during the afternoon, while enjoying Belgian draft beers and desserts. 2-7pm. Beer Mania (6500 0559)

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Hopefully the cyclists are better than when we play Blackjack. by the bottle or the glass. 5.30pm-2am. Loong Bar (5908 8906) Chill Happy Hour Daily. Enjoy RMB 10 off on any beer. 4-8pm. Chill Cafe Bar (6405 9575) Crazy Hour Mon-Fri. Tsingtao RMB 10 and mojitos. RMB 25. 6-8pm. The Black Sun (6593 6909) Cu Ju Happy Hour Daily. Buy-one-get-one free on draft beer, mixed drinks and soft drinks. 6-9pm. Cu Ju (6407 9782) Enoterra Happy Hour Mon-Fri. Enoterra hosts happy hours with a buy-one-get-one-free offer on wine. 4-8pm. Enoterra (5208 6076) Eudora Station Happy Hour Daily. Enjoy a buy-one-get-one-free on all alcoholic drinks. 4.30-7.30pm. Eudora Station Bar and Restaurant (6437 8331) Flamme Happy Hour Daily. Half off on selected cocktails and beers. 3-7.30pm. Flamme International Grill (6417 8608)

15 Kuai Cocktails @ Lucky Bar Sun-Thu. Enjoy cocktails at Lucky Bar for only RMB 15. 10pm. Lucky Bar (136 8303 3920)

Happy Hour @ Salud NLGX Mon-Fri. Buy-one-get-one offers on house beer, infused rum, or buy-two-get-onefree on draft Vedett. 3-7pm. Salud (6402 5086)

Absinthe Green Hour Daily. Up to 25% discount on their absinthe selection. 6-8pm. Modernista (136 9142 5744)

Late Night Happy Hour Daily. From midnight until closing, all draught beer and house wine are discounted. 12am. The Tree (6415 1954)

Aria Happy Hour Daily. Two-for-one deals on selected drinks. 5-8pm. Aria (6505 2266 ext 6644)

Loong Happy Hour Daily. Beer, wine and cocktails half price. 5.30-9-30pm. Loong Bar (5908 8995)

Beer Mania Happy Hour Daily. Buy-one-get-one-free on all draft Belgian beers. 3-8pm. Beer Mania (6500 0559)

Martinis Night Mon-Tue. Enjoy buy-one-get-one-free on Martinis. 5.30pm. Loong Bar (5908 8906)

The Big Smoke Happy Hour Daily. Twenty percent off all cocktails, house wines and beers. 4-7pm. The Big Smoke Bistro (6416 5195) Blue Frog Happy Hour Daily. Buy-one-get-one-free on all drinks. 4-8pm. Blue Frog (6417 4030) Centro Happy Hour Daily. Special happy hour prices on drinks, including two-for-one deals. 5-8pm. Centro (6561 8833) Champagne Night Sat-Sun. Buy-one-get-one on Champagne

Modernista’s Shots Happy Hour Daily. Try out a range of shots for the price just RMB 10 during the regular happy hour. Midnight-2am. Modernista (136 9142 5744) Modo Happy Hour Daily. Half price on cocktails, beer and house wine. 5-7pm. Modo (6415 7207)

Spark Ladies’ Night Ladies get in free and get two-for-one drinks all night while the DJ spins house, R&B and hip hop. RMB 100 (for men), Ladies get in free. Spark (186 1841 5929)

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Wed-Fri. Two-for-one deals on red and white wine. 5.30pm-2am. Loong Bar (5908 8906)

Girls’ Night Out Two free drinks for every lady. Time TBD. Xiu, Park Hyatt Beijing (8567 1108)

Open Bar @ Lucky Bar Fri-Sat. All you can drink offers at the Tongli Studios new boy. RMB 100 (Gentlemen), RMB 60 (Ladies). 10pm. Lucky Bar (136 8303 3920)

Ladies Drink Free Exactly what the name of the event implies. 9pm-midnight. Hidden Lounge (8772 1613)

Pairing Life’s Luxuries Daily. Relax after a big day with whiskey and a mini cigar, while live jazz sets the tone for an elegant evening. 5pm. Mix (The Westin Beijing Chaoyang) (5922 8000) pentalounge Happy Hour Sun-Thu. All draft beers and cocktails at half price. 9-11pm. pentalounge (6708 1188) Premier League at Black Sun Daily. Watch, cheer, and drink beer throughout the week. Get a free draft beer for wearing your team’s colors. Time TBD. Black Sun (6593 6909) Q Bar Happy Hour Mon-Thu. Q Bar’s Happy Hour is your chance to try their selected cocktails for only RMB 35. 6-9pm. Q Bar (6595 9239) Salud Happy Hour Mon-Fri. Buy-one-get-one-free on house beer and infused rum, or buy-two-getone-free on draft Vedett. 3-7pm. Salud (6402 5086) Scarlett Happy Hour Daily. Buy one get one free on all drinks. 6am-7pm. Scarlett. (6552 3660) Transit Happy Hour Daily. Buy one get one free on all drinks. 6.30-7.30pm. Transit ( 6417 9090) Twilight Happy Hour Daily. It’s RMB 20 off on all cocktails Monday until Saturday before the clock hits 8pm or RMB 20 off cocktails all day Sunday. 4-8pm. Twilight (5900 5376) Union Bar and Grille Happy Hour Daily. Union Bar and Grille offers discounts on beer and cocktails. 4-8pm. Union Bar and Grille (6415 9117)

Mosto Happy Hour Daily. Mosto offers discounts on cocktails, wine and beer. 6-7pm. Mosto (5208 6030)

Weekday 241 @ Xian Mon-Fri. Exactly what it says on the tin: Buy one selected drink, get one selected drink free at Xian. 6-8pm. Xian (8414 9810)

Nola Happy Hour Sun-Thur. Enjoy two-for-one deals on selected drinks. 3-8pm. Nola (8563 6215)

Xiu Happy Hour Mon-Thurs. Buy one get one free on selected drinks. 6-9pm. Xiu (8567 1108)

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Ladies’ Night Half-price on all drinks between 5pm and midnight.5pm. Brussels (6591 9525) Ladies’ Night Ladies get a 20% discount on all fruit beers. Beer Mania (6500 0559) Ladies’ Night Expect free award winning VnC cocktails for ladies, great music, dance performances and Zeta’s dedicated 2nd floor “Girlzone.” 9pm. Zeta Bar (5865 5050) Thursday Ladies Night All ladies get a free Kahlua cocktail from 9-10pm. From 10pm onwards, anyone buying the Kahlua cocktail will be offered a delicious dessert. 9-10pm. Salud (6402 5086)

FRIDAYS Free Sangria for the Ladies Drop by the Shuangjing joint to enjoy free drink if you’re a lady – or a cross-dressing man. 6pm. Plan B (5821 1353) Ladies’ Night All cocktails and mixed drinks, house specials and martinis are half price for ladies. While on the hour, every hour (after 9pm) all the ladies in the house get a shot drunker. 9pm-midnight. Brussels Bar & Restaurant (6591 9525)

CLUB NIGHTS THURSDAYS Rock Music Night DJs playing rock music, and surprise guests from the local rock music community. 9pm. Dada (183 1108 0818) Thursday Night Fever Playing music from the ’80s and ’90s and bringing back some memories. Price and time TBD. Suzie Wong (6500 3377) Second Hand Sounds Your favorite Beijing-based DJs play music that they love, but don’t normally play out. 10pm. The Bar at Migas (5208 6061)

FRIDAYS APRIL 2013

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Weekly Party Live performance from DJ Cecil Dion. 7pm. Beer Mania (6500 0559)

Altered Shan Shui Until Apr 27. An investigation into the future of the Chinese painting tradition, which depicts mountains and water. Red Gate Gallery (6525 1005)

QUIZ & GAME NIGHTS

Solo Exhibition: Brendan Earley Until Apr 29. A collection from the awardwinning Dublin artist. Galerie Urs Meile (6433 3393)

MONDAYS The Bookworm Pub Quiz Intellectually dominate all of your peers through six rounds of trivia. Drink prizes up for grabs all night. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

Henri Poincaré Apr 1-30. Illustrated by rare documentation, this exhibition presents an almost unknown Poincaré, different from his official portrait as a great scientist. Alliance Française de Pekin, Guangcai Centre (6553 2678)

TUESDAYS Black Sun Sports Quiz Testing times at Chaoyang Park West Gate. 10.30pm. Black Sun (6593 6909) Game Night Play poker and mahjong tournaments for free drink prizes. Whiskeys also half-price from 8pm-midnight. 8pm-late. Modernista (136 9142 5744) Pub Quiz Tuesdays Win free beer every round. 8.30pm-midnight. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794) Tim’s Texas Quiz Night How many, when and where? 8pm. Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q (6591 9161)

WEDNESDAYS Lush Pub Quiz How many students does it take to change a light bulb? Come early for a seat. Winners take home a bottle of Jack Daniels. 8pm. Lush (8286 3566)

THURSDAYS Beer Pong Win glory, the respect of the opposite sex, and a bottle of booze – all in one night. 8pm. Pyro Pizza (8286 6240) Green Cap Quiz Night Where did she go? 7.30pm. The Green Cap (186 1174 7939) Kro’s Quiz Night Anthony and Jim rock the trivia. 8pm. Kro’s Nest, Xiaoyun Lu (8391 3131) Monthly Quiz Second Thursday of every month. The first monthly quiz at the Sanlitun hotspot, with boozy prizes for the top three teams. 8.30pm. Brussels Bar and Restaurant (6591 9525)

saturday Foosball Tournament First Saturday of every month. Limited to a maximum of 16 Teams, with double elimination, the competition is for prizes of Chimay & Hoegaarden. RMB 20. Time TBD. Beer Mania (6500 0559) Quiz Night Second Saturday of every month. Get quizzed about beers, Belgium and ... Belgian beers! With prizes and lucky draws. Time TBD. Beer Mania (6500 0559) Pool Tournament Third Saturday of every month. Limited to a maximum 16 players, with double elimination. A different brand of beer is up for grabs each month. RMB 40. Time TBD. Beer Mania (6500 0559)

OPEN-MIC NIGHTS MONDAYS Open Jazz Jam Session The Wudaoying Hutong venue welcomes jazz musicians and fans to jam. 9.30pm-2-

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Tell Me Ten Words Spread Away Apr 1-30. French is a language that other tongues have borrowed words from extensively. These ten French words on display aim to reflect the curious appeal of the language. 8am-9pm. Alliance Française de Pekin, BLCU Center (8230 3619)

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am. V.A. Café & Bar (5844 3638)

TUESDAYS Gypsy Jazz Jam Session The Hot Club of Beijing hosts the weekly jam. Free beers for musicians playing. 9pm. Salud (6402 5086)

WEDNESDAYS Open Mic Night All types of music welcome: original, covers, jazz, pop, folk ... anything goes! 9.30pm-2am. V.A. Café & Bar (5844 3638) PekingComedy Open Mic at Hot Cat Club Ryan Ha hosts PekingComedy open mic at Hot Cat Club every Wednesday. Sign up for your five minutes and try to be as funny as you can, or just head over to enjoy the show. Free. 9.30pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868)

THURSDAYS Music Open Mic All comers welcome to take to the mic. 9.30pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868)

LIVE MUSIC MONDAYS Alameda Specials Night Live bossa nova and jazz. Buy a bottle of wine and get a free plate of finger foods. Alameda (6417 8084) Monday Jazz Session First part features a performance by Philippe Mège and friends, before the second section opens up the stage to allcomers. 8pm. Zajia (156 0112 2252)

WEDNESDAYS Live Music Session An ever-changing selection of talented musicians, playing everything from jazz to rock, as well as Latin and reggae. 9.30pm. Salud, NLGX (6402 5086) Bianca Gallice Together with jazz guitarist David Chen, Bianca Gallice will be performing every Wednesday night at Ritan. 8pm. Café CD Blues (8561 0560)

FRIDAYS Weekly Party

Live performance from DJ Cecil Dion. 7pm. Beer Mania (6500 0559)

ONGOING Bollywood Dance Thu-Sun. Belly-baring performances to enjoy during dinner. Ganges, Shimao Department Store (6416 0181) and The Place (6587 2999) Gone With the Live Music Thu-Fri. Smooth tunes will play as you relax with signature cocktails and specially made canapés (RMB 168). 5.3010.30pm. Rendez-Vous Bar & Lounge (6465 3388 ext 4225) Live Music at The Bar Tue-Wed. Migas invites an ever-changing cross-section of talented local groups, playing everything from jazz to R&B, blues to reggae, as well as funk and soul. 10pm. The Bar at Migas (5208 6061) Timeless Jazz Thu-Fri. Smooth and silky jazz. Cap it off with tropical cocktails. 8.30-11.30pm. Press Club Bar, St. Regis (6460 6688 ext 2360)

EXHIBITIONS ONGOING ON/OFF Until Apr 14. The unique art and mindset of Chinese artists born after 1975 who have grown up between extremes in a rising society and globalized culture. RMB 10. 10am-6pm. UCCA (8459 9269) The Greatest (Im)perfection Is love Until Apr 15. Francesco Tortorella’s illustration works. Curated by Mariagrazia Costantino. Zajia (156 0112 2252) Fetishism Until Apr 16. Paintings which depict human conflict matched with manmade objects. Gallery Yang (597 89491) Solo Exhibition: Jean-Sébastien Lallemand Until Apr 20. Black-and-white photographs of Jean-Sébastien Lallemand’s “Prométhée” series and ink-on-paper pieces. Jiali Gallery (8402 5613) Joint Exhibition: Zhang Lun & Zhao Yanfeng Until Apr 22. Works that express awakening to the mysteries of life, love, truth, that equal peace of mind, tranquility, well-being and warmth. EGG Gallery (6432

Photo Exhibition: Lisbon and Art Nouveau Apr 6-30. A lovely display of work by Portuguese photographer Filipa Reis in a cozy hutong space. Modernista (136 7127 4747) Absent Cause Until May 11. Oil paintings break the everyday life into fragments and show us that tranquility is unattainable. White Space Beijing (8456 2054) The Edge of Vision, or the Edge of the Earth Until May 11. A showcase of photographs and video installations pursuing language without cultural context. White Space Beijing (8456 2054) BB Forever Until May 15. An exclusive photo exhibition depicting the French icon Brigitte Bardot. Sofitel Wanda Beijing (8599 6666) Through the Looking Glass Until May 20. Six talented young Chinese show a multifaceted world through translucent paintings, installations and sculptures. O Gallery (8520 6000) Three Shadows Photography Award Apr 13-Jun 9. A gorgeous display of work from the finalists of Three Shadows’ annual awards. Three Shadows Photography Art Centre (6432 2663) La Boite-en-Valise Apr 27-Jun 16. Works by Marcel Duchamp, the champion of the Dadaist and Surrealist movements, goes on display for the first time in China. RMB 10. UCCA (8459 9269) The Multitude Prize Apr 28-Jun 16. An exhibition celebrating artists who represent the most creative and critical minds in Asia’s rising contemporary art scene. RMB 10. UCCA (8459 9269) Suspended Time Until Jun 16. Leave behind the stark cityscape and enjoy the mountains, reeds and clouds born from the imaginations of six talented artists. Catherine de France (8442 5120) and Montpelier (8567 9100)

Film and Stage tuesdays Film Nights: Experimental Animation Zajia Lab Film Platform gets colorful in April with exclusive screenings of experimental animated films. RMB 20. 9pm. Zajia (156 0112 2252)

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events Wednesdays

Huanghuacheng Great Wall Make your way through six forts, six passes, 12 beacon towers, and 32 guard towers. RMB 400. 8.30am. China Travellers (188 0133 5578)

Film Nights: Chinese Documentaries A selection of independent Chinese documentaries screened with English subtitles. RMB 20. Zajia (156 0112 2252)

Pedicab Hutong Family Visit, Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City Tour Beijing’s alleyways plus visit a traditional courtyard house, an herbal pharmacy and a porcelain museum. RMB 350, RMB 250 (children 5-11). 9.30am-4.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

ONGOING Drama: Oedipus the King Apr 11-14. The second in director Li Liuyi’s modern-day takes on Greek myths. RMB 100-400. 7.30pm. NCPA (6655 0000)

THURSDAYS

Drama: The Vanishing Horizon Apr 6-10. The story of Anna, a young woman on a journey to learn more about her family, is told with 30 suitcases. RMB 180-300. 7.30pm. NCPA (6655 0000)

Olympic Venues, Summer Palace & Lama Temple Tour Have a look at the sight of the 2008 Olympics and then the beauty of the Summer Palace and Lama Temple. RMB 450, RMB 300 (children under 12). 9am-6.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341;)

Opera: Otello Apr 11-14. Verdi’s penultimate opera, with Iago, Desdemona and the Moor. RMB 100680. 7.30pm. NCPA (6655 0000)

SPORTS MONDAYS Beijing GAA Beijing’s Gaelic football society is raring back into action after the winter break. Training begins again at Si’de Park. Contact for more details. Price TBD. 8pm. Beijinggaa@gmail.com

TUESDAYS Aardvarks Rugby Training Get in shape for the rugger season in the CBD. 8pm. Location TBD. (134 3670 1915) aardvarksrfc@yahoo.com Beijing Devils Rugby training. Meet from 7pm at The Den (6592 6290) www.beijingdevils.com

WEDNESDAYS Mashup Pickup Basketball Need your basketball fix midweek? Whether you’re coming out for exercise or you live for the sport, Mashup guarantees one thing: fun. Visit www.mashupsports. com for full details. Price TBD. 7.30pm. BCIS (8771 7171)

THURSDAYS Aardvarks Rugby Training See Tuesdays. Angels Basketball Wings not essential. Venue is located near the Temple of Heaven. RMB 80. 7pm. Contact dingrenhai@163.com to play. Beijing Devils See Tuesdays. Expat Squash League Squash with expats in a league format. Court rental costs shared. Email williamfrisby@yahoo.co.uk to sign up. 6.30pm. Asia Pacific Building (near Ritan Park)

SATURDAYS International Friendship Football Club Get involved in an 11-a-side amateur football league consisting of expat and local teams and players, with matches taking place in central Beijing. To find a team, contact the league through their website. Price and time TBD. IFFC (IFFC1994@gmail. com) www.iffc1994.com NIKE feat. HeyRunning Saturdays! Running with some of Beijing’s most experienced coaches. Details at Heyrobics. com. Free. 10am-10.30am. Olympic Forest Park (no tel) The Peloton Beijing Road Bike

FRIDAYS ongoing: La Boite-en-Valise Go on ... take a peek inside the box.

Cycling Club Road cycling for the serious and enthusiastic alike. Bikes are available for hire. To register, email tomlanhove@gmail.com. Price TBD. 7am. Ride begins and ends at the TREK store near Chaoyang Park South Gate. www.beijingpeloton.com

SUNDAYs The Beijing Bunch Rides Beijing Triathlon and Serk join forces; the ride is open to anyone with a bike and a helmet. It also sounds like a cool gang. 6am. Serk (134 2647 4634) www.tribeijing.org Beijing Hockey Club Mixed-level field hockey for all. Pitch costs split. 11am-1pm. Sessions take place at Taiyuan Diplomatic Compound or Olympic Training Centre. Info at bjhockeyclub@ hotmail.com Expat Squash League Squash with expats in a league format. Court rental costs shared. Email williamfrisby@yahoo.co.uk to sign up. 7pm. Dongzhimen area Mashup 2013 Spring Basketball League International Friendship Football Club See Saturdays. Mashup 2013 Spring Basketball League The Mashup basketball league is back and primed for another exciting season of ankle-breaking crossovers, tear-drop jumpers and glass-clanking post-game happy hour antics. Sign up at www. mashupsports.com. Price TBD. 3.30pm. BCIS (8771 7171)

ONGOING ClubFootball Men’s 5-a-side Leagues All month. Players and teams welcome for all 12 divisions on weeknights. Register by calling 5130 6893/4/5/6, or email play@wanguoqunxing.com. More info at www.clubfootball.com.cn. Heyrobics All month. Run around with the pinkshorted gang. Details at Heyrobics.com.

CLASSES MONDAYS Life Drawing Club Meet fellow artists and draw some models.

Beginners welcome but all attendees must register for the class. RMB 60, RMB 50 (members). 7.30-9.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

TUESDAYS Workshop: Live Zen Learn about Zen Buddhism through music, stories, art, rituals and martial arts. RMB 160. 7.30-9.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

ONGOING Black Sesame Cooking Class Scheduled classes every Tue, Thu and Sat or private classes at your convenience. RMB 300. 10am-1pm for scheduled classes. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408) The Chinese Kitchen Daily. The Hutong’s workshops cover the basics (the essentials, knife skills), regional specialties (Beijing, Sichuan, Canton- ese, Hunan, dim sum, ethnic minority cuisine), doughbased treats (dumplings, handpulled noodles, pancakes, baozi) and other categories (vegetarian, street food, TCM cooking, contemporary Chinese cuisine). For the full schedule, see www. thehutongkitchen.com. RMB 249, RMB 200 (members). The Hutong (6404 3355)

WALKS, HIKES AND TOURS TUESDAYS Great Wall & Ming Tombs Tour Visit two of China’ s most famous World Heritage Sites. RMB 480, RMB 300 (children under 12). 9am-6.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341; see Living directory)

WEDNESDAYS Culinary Walking Tour Walk the streets and source the ingredients to make classic dishes. RMB 100, RMB 80 (members). 9-10.30am. The Hutong (6404 3355) Beijing Hikers Midweek treks every week at different locations around Beijing. Prices vary by hike. See Beijinghikers.com for specific trips. Beijing Hikers (6432 2786; see Sports directory) Gubeikou Great Wall Hiking Take a midweek break to the Wall. RMB 420. Chihaner (5713 3232)

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Temple of Heaven, Flea Market and Art District Trek across the city, from the Tiantan to Panjiayuan to 798. RMB 350, RMB 250 (children under 12). 9am-6pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

SATURDAYS Culinary Walking Tour See Wednesdays. 12.30-2pm.

ONGOING Beijing Hikers Sat-Sun. Choose from two Saturday and two Sunday treks to suit all levels. Prices vary by hike. See Beijinghikers.com for specific trips. Beijing Hikers (6432 2786; see Sports directory) Beijing Art & Architecture Daily. Get a visual lesson on the city from the contemporary art scene at 798 to the modern designs at the Olympic Park. RMB 590. Beijing Urban Adventures (139 1176 4908) Beijing by Bike Day Tour Daily. Pedal your way through the backstreets of Beijing before enjoying a Chinese meal and learning mahjong. RMB 480. Beijing Urban Adventures (139 1176 4908) The Beijing Ghost Tour Every Wed, Sat and Sun. Explore the haunted hutongs around Prince Gong’s Palace and learn fun facts like why Chinese vampires bounce. RMB 260. 7-9pm. Newmantours (138 1777 0229) Beijing Insight Daily. Discover the city starting with tai chi at the Temple of Heaven to a climb to the top of Jingshan Park. RMB 490. Beijing Urban Adventures (139 1176 4908) The Concubine & Eunuch Forbidden City Tour Every Wed, Sat and Sun. Tour the Forbidden City and learn about the nightmares that forced Emperor Yongle to move his capital to Beijing, why men were willing to become eunuchs and why being an Imperial concubine was such a dangerous job.RMB 260. 2-4pm. Newmantours (138 1777 0229) Hutong Exploration by Bicycle Daily. Investigate Beijing on two wheels. Offered daily. Reservations required. RMB 150. 1pm. Cycle China (6402 5653) Weekend Hikes Sat-Sun. Discover a new hiking trail every day. RMB 400. 8.30am. China Travellers (188 0133 5578)

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DIRECTORY Do you know where you're going?

DINING P76 // NIGHTLIFE P82// STYLE P82 // ARTS & CULTURE P83 // LIVING P83 // EXPLORE P84 DINING Dining Directory Index 99 Dingzhanfang – Xinjiang / Muslim 360 Casual Dining – Buffets 1001 Nights – Middle Eastern 3sums – American 4corners – Southeast Asian Ahava Bistro + Café – American Agua – Spanish Aimo Town – Yunnan Alameda – Contemporary International Alba – Cafes and Teahouses Alio Olio – Italian Angus Grill – Steakhouse Annie’s – Italian Annvia Tea House – Cafes & Teahouses Aria – European Aroma – Buffets Asia Bistro – Buffets The Astor Grill – Steakhouses Back Alley Bistro – American Baifuyuan – Dongbei Banana Leaf – Thai Banzhuo – Taiwan Baoyuan Jiaozi Wu – Dumplings Bar Veloce – see Nightlife directory Barolo – Italian Bayi Laoye – Xinjiang / Muslim Beijing Bistro – Contemporary International Beijing Honor Resorts – Cantonese Bene – Italian The Big Smoke Bistro – American Biteapitta– Middle Eastern Black Sesame Kitchen – see Living directory BLCU Xinjiang Restaurant – Xinjiang / Muslim BLD Cafe – Buffet Blue Frog – American Bocata – Cafes & Teahouses Brasserie Flo – French Brussels – see Nightlife directory Café 99 – Buffets Cafe Cha – Buffets Cafe de la Poste – French Cafe de Sofa – Taiwan Cafe on the 6 – Buffets Cafe Sambal – Southeast Asian Cai Yi Xuan – Cantonese The Canteen – Cantonese Capital M – European Carmen – Spanish CBD International Cuisine – Buffets Celestial Court – Cantonese Cepe – Italian Chaoxiang Zhou Chef Too – American Chengdu Representative Office Restaurant – Sichuan Chopsticks – Beijing Chuan Ban– Sichuan China Bar, Park Hyatt – see Nightlife directory China Grill – Steakhouses Choy’s Seafood – Cantonese Chynna – Contemporary Chinese Citrus Restaurant – Buffets City Wall Bistro – Buffets Compass Grill - Contemporary International Comptoirs de France – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Courtyard No. 28 – Guizhou/Guangxi The Crane – Anhui Crepanini – European Crescent Moon Muslim Restaurant – Xinjiang and Muslim CRU Steakhouse – Steakhouses Cuihua Lou – Shandong The CUT Steak & Seafood Grill – Steakhouses Da Dong – Beijing Duck Da Gui – Guizhou/Guangxi Daccapo, The Regent Beijing – Italian Dali Courtyard – Yunnan Din Tai Fung – Dumplings Dongsi Minfang – Beijing Dragon Palace – Cantonese Du Hsiao Yueh – Taiwan Duck de Chine – Beijing Duck East 33 – Buffets

APRIL 2013

Element Fresh – American Elements – Buffets Enoterra – European Essence – Buffets Exchange – Cafes & Teahouses Face – Nightlife Fatburger – American Feast – Buffets Feast (Food by EAST) – Contemporary International Feng Ze Yuan – Shandong Flamme International Grill – Steakhouses Fook Lam Moon – Cantonese Fratelli Fresh – Italian F.S. Grand Banquet – Anhui Fuel – Contemporary International Ganges Indian Restaurant – Indian/Pakistani Gang Gang Delicatessen – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Garden Court – Buffets Grand Cafe – Buffets Grandma’s Kitchen – American Grange Grill – Steakhouses Greenfish – Buffets Greyhound Café – Thai The Grill – Steakhouses Grill 79 – Contemporary International Guizhou Luoluo Suantang Yu – Guizhou/ Guangxi Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory – Pizza Haidilao Hot Pot – Hot Pot Haishen Wang – Shandong Hatsune – Japanese Hawka – Southeast Asian Heaven Supermarket – See Nightlife directory Héritage – French Heyizhai – Beijing HK O’Man Restaurant – Cantonese Home Plate Bar-B-Que – American Honghuo Bainian Seafood – Cantonese Honzen – Japanese Hong Bin Lou – Halal Huatian Emei Jiujia – Sichuan Huai Yang Fu – Huaiyang Huang Ting – Cantonese Hudiequan Guest House Restaurant – Yunnan Hui Lau Shan – Cantonese In & Out – Yunnan Indian Kitchen – Indian/Pakistani Invincible Ramen - Japanese Jaan – French Jade Garden – Shanghai Jamaica Me Crazy – Caribbean Jewel – Cantonese Jirenyuan Restaurant – Dongbei Jinde Xiaoguan – Shanxi / Shaanxi Jing – Buffets Jin Ding Xuan – Cantonese Jin Yuan Restaurant – Sichuan Jubang – Korean Kaorou Ji – Xinjiang / Muslim Kempi Deli – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Kerry’s Kitchen – Buffets Kerry’s Pantry – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Kranzler’s – Buffets The Kro’s Nest – Pizza Kylin Private Kitchen – Homestyle & Private Cuisine La Pizza – Pizza Laojietu Yanbangcai – Sichuan Lau Pa Sak – Southeast Asian Le Fromager de Pekin – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Le Petit Gourmand – French Lei Garden – Cantonese Li Jia Cai – Imperial The Library, Hilton Wangfujing – Cafes and Teahouses Lime Cafe – Thai Links Lobby Lounge – see Nightlife directory The Lounge (China World Summit Wing) – Cafes and Teahouses Lobby Lounge (China World Hotel) – Cafes and Teahouses Lobby Lounge (Grand Millennium Beijing) –

Cafes & Teahouses Lobby Lounge (InterContinental Beijing Beichen) – Cafes & Teahouses Lobby Lounge (Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street) – Cafes and Teahouses Long Xingsheng Snack Shop– Beijing Long Yuan Tang – Guizhou/Guangxi Lost Heaven – Yunnan Lu Bo Lang – Shanghai Lucky Lopez Mexican Grill – Mexican Luga’s Villa – Central & South American Lunar 8 – Fusion Maan Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Mao Jia Restaurant – Hunan / Hubei Made in China – Beijing Duck Maison Boulud – French Malacca Legend – Southeast Asian Matsuko - Japanese Mei Mansion – Shanghai Mei Wei Zhai – Shanghai Meizhou Dongpo – Sichuan Mercante – Italian Merchant’s Hall Restaurant – Sichuan Migas Restaurant & Lounge – Spanish Miao Xiang Lou – Guizhou/Guangxi Middle 8th Restaurant – Yunnan Ming Court – Cantonese Mio – Italian Miyabi - Japanese Miyazaki-ya Ramen – Japanese Modernista – see Nightlife directory Modo – Contemporary International Moment Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Monsoon – Buffets Morton’s the Steakhouse – Steakhouses Mosto – Contemporary International Moyu’er Dasong Shigong – Imperial Mr. Eight Hot Pot – Beijing Mr. Shi’s Dumplings – Dumplings Muse Parisian Vietnamese Brasserie – Vietnamese My China – Beijing My China – Contemporary Chinese My Soup – Cantonese Nadaman, China World Summit Wing – Japanese Nanjing Great Hotel Restaurant – Jiangsu Nanjing Impressions – Jiangsu Niajo – Spanish Nishimura – Japanese Noble Court – Cantonese Nobu – Japanese Nola – American Noodle Bar (1949–The Hidden City) – Beijing Noodle Bar (pentahotel) – Beijing Nyonya Kitchen – Southeast Asian Olé Spanish Restaurant – Spanish Opera Bombana – Italian The Orchard – European Orchard 7 – Southeast Asian The Oriental – Cantonese Park Side Bar & Grill – European Pekotan – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Pizza by LMPlus – Pizza Pizza Plus – Pizza Prego – Italian Press Club Bar – see Nightlife directory Purple Haze Restaurant & Bar – Thai Q Mex – Central and South American Qi – Cantonese Qomolangma Hotel Restaurant – Tibetan Quanjude – Beijing Duck Re Dashu Regan Mian – Hunan / Hubei Real Love Cuisine – Shanxi / Shaanxi Red Orange – Buffets Remote City – Yunnan Renaissance Cafe – Buffet Rendez-vous Bar & Lounge, Kempinski Beijing – Cafes and Teahouses Ricci Café – Cafes & Teahouses The Roadhouse at Mutianyu – Beijing Rumi – Middle Eastern Sake Manzo – Japanese SALT – Contemporary International San Yang Cai – Sichuan Sanlitun Noodle Bar – Sichuan Saveurs de Corée – Korean Scarlett – Contemporary International

Scene a Café – European Shang Palace – Cantonese Shanghai Min (Xiao Nan Guo) – Shanghai Seasonal Tastes – Buffets Seasoning - Buffets Senses (Westin Beijing) – Buffets Shaguo Ju – Shandong Shanghai Min (Xiao Nan Guo) – Shanghai Sherpa’s – Deliveries Shin Yeh – Taiwan Shizi Shanxia – Cantonese Shuangliu Laoma Tutou – Sichuan Shunxing Chuancai– Sichuan Sichuan Restaurant – Sichuan Sizzler – American Smiling Dumplings – Dumplings Songhelou – Jiangsu South Beauty – Sichuan South German Bakery, Cafe Konstanz and Bodenseestube – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Southern Barbarian – Yunnan Spice Factory – Thai S.T.A.Y (Simple Table Alleno Yannick) – French Steak Exchange + Bar – Steakhouses Ssam – Contemporary International Summer Palace – Cantonese Sureño – Mediterranean Susu – Vietnamese The Swiss Deli – European T- Bazaar – Southeast Asian Tadka – Indian/Pakistani Tai Feng Lou – Shandong Taipei Gu Zao Wei – Taiwan Tairyo Teppanyaki – Japanese The Taj Pavilion – Indian/Pakistani Tantan Dalu – Korean Taverna – European Tavola Italian Dining – Italian Tavalin Bagels – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Tianfu Gouhun Mian – Sichuan Two Guys and a Pie – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Temple Restaurant Beijing – European Thai Express – Thai Tianchu Miaoxiang – Vegetarian Tianshui Yaju – Huaiyang Transit– Sichuan Trattoria La Gondola – Italian Turkish Mum – Middle Eastern Union Bar & Grille – American Utopia Chinese Restaurant – Beijing Duck Vasco’s – Buffets The Veggie Table – Vegetarian VIC – Buffets The Vineleaf – European Vineyard Cafe – European Wagas – canos & Teahouses Wang Jia Sha – Shanghai Writers Bar – European Wudi Renjia – Huaiyang Wu Li Xiang – Cantonese Xiao Wang Fu – Homestyle & Private Cuisine Xiaowei Yansu Ji – Taiwan Xihe Yayuan – Beijing Duck Xilaishun – Beijing Xinjiang Islam Restaurant – Xinjiang and Muslim Xinjiang Red Rose – Xinjiang and Muslim Xining Hotel – Northwestern Xinsui Ganglong – Cantonese Xinyudu Tantanmian – Sichuan Xixia Fengqing – Northwestern Ya Yuan Peking Duck at The Horizon – Beijing Duck Yan Lan Lou – Northwestern Yang Family Private Kitchen – Shanghai Yao Chi – Cantonese Yichan Huaiyang – Huaiyang Yingchun Noodle Shop – Jiangsu Yotsuba – Japanese Yu – Cantonese Yue – Cantonese ZEN – Cantonese Zen5es – Cantonese Zhang Mama – Sichuan

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DIRECTORY American 3sums Same 35 Xiaoyun Lu courtyard (from Dongsanhuan Beilu, head 20m north of Xiaoyun Lu intersection and take the first right. Same street as Home Plate Bar-B-Que), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区霄云路35号院（东三环北路,过霄云路路口,往北走20米,到第一个路口右转）

Ahava Bistro + Café Daily 10am-11pm. 17 Huixin Dongjie (near UIBE West Gate; south of Yinghua Hotel), Chaoyang District. 爱哈瓦西式

35 Xiaoyun Lu courtyard (from Dongsanhuan Beilu, head 20m north of Xiaoyun Lu intersection and take the first right), Chaoyang District. (5128 5584, seth@homeplatebbq.com) 本垒美国餐, 朝阳区霄云路35号院(东三环北路,过霄云路路口,往北走20米,到第一个路口右转)

Nola Daily 10.30am-11pm. 11A Xiushui Nanjie, Chaoyang District. (8563 6215) 朝阳区秀水南街11号

小厨, 朝阳区惠新东街17号（对外经济贸易大学西门对面樱花宾馆南侧）

Back Alley Bistro Xingfucun Zhonglu (next to Frost Nails), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区幸福村中路(Frost旁边）

The Big Smoke Bistro Lee World Building (down the alley from Frost Nails), 57 Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6416 5195) 朝阳区

秀水大厦东区一层1,2号; 2) 朝阳区将台路2号北京和睦家医院店; 3) 朝阳区将台路2号北京和睦家医院2店; 4) 朝阳区将台路乙2号海润国际公寓商业5号楼1层; 5) 朝阳区幸福村中路55-1号; 6) 朝阳区来广营东路5号2楼东侧; 7) 东城区东直门外大街35号东湖俱乐部1层; 8) 朝阳区日坛北路 4号; 9) 顺义区裕翔路99号天竺镇欧陆广场L111 室; 10) 朝阳区建国路89号华贸中心15号楼102

幸福村中路57号楼利世楼

Blue Frog 1) Daily 10am-late. 167, 1/F, Indigo, 18 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8426 0017); 2) Daily 10am-late. 1/F, Bldg 1, U-Town, Sanfeng Beili, Chaoyang District. (8561 2665); 3) Daily 10am-late. S4-30, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 4030) 蓝蛙, 1) 朝阳区颐堤港店酒仙桥路18号1层167号; 2) 朝阳区三丰北里悠唐生活广场1号楼1层; 3) 朝阳区三里屯北路19号三里屯Village南区4号楼3层S4-30

Chef Too Tue-Fri 11am-2pm, 5-10pm; Sat-Sun 9.30am-3pm, 5-10pm. Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu (north of Block 8), Chaoyang District. (6591 8676) 美西西餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳公园西路枣营南里小区东门南侧

Element Fresh American salads, smoothies, sandwiches and more. Popular weekend brunch menu. Voted “Best American,” “Best Brunch (Affordable),” “Best Sandwiches,” “Outstanding Family-Friendly Restaurant,“ and “Outstanding Vegetarian“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) 10am-11pm. 6 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (6433 5058); 2) Mon-Fri 10am-11pm, Sat-Sun 7am-11pm. Unit S8-31, Bldg 8, The Village at Sanlitun, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 1318) 新元素, 1) 朝阳区将太路6号; 2) 朝阳区三里屯路 19号The Village南区8号楼S8-31单元

Fatburger 1) Daily 11am-10pm. B1/F, 1-LB01, The Grand Summit, Liangmaqiao Diplomatic Compound (in the same building as Tavola and Starbucks, across the street and 300 m north of the Kempinski Hotel’s main entrance), 19 Dongfang Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8532 1878, leelee@fatgburgerlover.com, jwu@fatburger.com); 2) Daily 8am-9pm. B1/F, EB103, China World Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 7789, leelee@ fatgburgerlover.com, jwu@fatburger.com); 3) Daily 11am-9pm. B1/F, B105A, Gemdale Plaza Tower C, 91 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8571 2797, leelee@fatgburgerlover.com, jwu@ fatburger.com) www.fatburger.com 1) 朝阳区朝阳区东方东路19号亮马桥外交公寓1号楼会所1 层1号铺; 2) 朝阳区朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸商城地下一层EB103; 3) 朝阳区朝阳区建国路91 号金地中心C座B105A

Grandma’s Kitchen Daily 7.30am-11pm. 1-2/F, Bldg B, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 3055/3056) 祖母厨房, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外SohoB 座1-2层

Home Plate Bar-B-Que Daily 11am-10pm.

Number 2, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District.; 4) Daily 7am-8.30pm. 1/F, Bldg 5, Hairun International Apartment, 2B Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5135 7645); 5) Daily 7am-8.30pm. 55-1, Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6416 2853); 6) Daily 7am-8.30pm. 2/F Riviera Plaza, 5 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8470 2347); 7) Daily 7am-8.30pm. 1/F, East Lake Club, 35 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6461 1525); 8) Daily 7am8.30pm. 4 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8562 3355); 9) Daily 7am-8.30pm. L-111, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 6309); 10) Daily 7am-8.30pm. Rm 102, 1/F, Bldg 15, China Central Place, 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 5480) www.comptoirsdefrance.com 法派, 1) 朝阳区秀水东街8号

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, CapitaMall Wangjing, 33 Guangshun Beidajie, Chaoyang District. (6471 3876); 2) Daily 11am-9pm. B1/F, B1-B10, U-Town, Chaowai Shichang Jie, Chaoyang District. (5975 4478); 3) Daily 11am-9pm. 5/F, BHG WanLiu Mall, 2 Ba Gou Lu, Haidian District. (8258 9406); 4) Daily 10am-10pm. B1-30 Glory Mall, 18 Chongwenmenwai Dajie, Chongwen District. (6714 0399); 5) Daily 11am-9.30pm. FF16, Food Forum, B1/F, The Malls at Oriental Plaza, Dongcheng District. (8518 6315); 6) Daily 11am-10.30pm. International Club, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie (next to St. Regis Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6532 0475) 时时乐, 1) 朝阳区望京广顺北大街33号凯德Mall望京二层; 2) 朝阳区朝外市场街悠唐生活广场B1-B10; 3) 海淀区巴沟路2号华联万柳购物中心5层; 4) 崇文区崇文门外大街18号国瑞城购物中心 B1-30; 5) 东城区东方新天地1区地铁层食通天大街FF16 商铺; 6) 朝阳区建国门外大街21号(国际俱乐部旁边)

Union Bar & Grille Mon-Fri 11am-11pm,SatSun 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

Anhui The Crane Daily 10am-12pm. 19 Dongmianhua Hutong, Jiaodaokounan Dajie, Dongcheng District. (64001653) 徽松鹤, 东城区交道口南大街东棉花胡同19号

F.S Grand Banquet Daily 10am-2am. 59 Zhongguancun Dajie, Haidian District. (6251 1717) 峰尚圣宴, 海淀区中关村大街59号

Bakeries, Delis & candy Comptoirs de France 1) Daily 8.30am-9pm. Stalls 1 & 2, 1/F, Silk Market (east side), 8 Xiushui Dongjie, Chaoyang District. (5169 9298); 2) Daily 7am-8.30pm. Daily 7am-8.30pm. Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics Shop Number 1, Chaoyang District. (5927 7597); 3) Daily 7am-8.30pm. (opening soon) Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics Shop

Gang Gang Delicatessen Bldg 7, 5 Vanke Park, Park No. 5 Apartments, Tianshuiyuan Jie, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区甜水园街万科公

.30pm. 1949, Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (opposite the south gate of Pacific Century Place Mall), Chaoyang District (6501 8881) 朝阳区工体北路4号院 (太平洋百货南门对面)

Made in China Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 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

Quanjude Daily 11am-2pm, 4.30-9pm. 9 Shuaifuyuan Hutong, Wangfujing Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6525 3310) 全聚德, 东城区王府井大街帅府园胡同9号

Ya Yuan Peking Duck at Horizon Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. Kerry 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

Buffets 360 Casual Dining 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

Aroma Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8161) 香溢, 朝阳区华贸中心建国

园5号7号楼

路甲83号丽思卡尔顿酒店

Kempi Deli Daily 7am-10pm. 1/F, Kempinski Hotel, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5741)

Asia Bistro Daily 6am-midnight.. Lobby, JW Marriott Hotel, 83 Jianguo Lu, China Central Place, Chaoyang District. (5908 8511) 朝阳区建

凯宾美食廊, 朝阳区凯宾斯基饭店1层

Kerry’s Pantry 1/F, Kerry Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833) 朝阳区光华路1号

South German Bakery, Cafe Konstanz and Bodenseestube Daily 9am-10pm (restaurant), 7am-10pm (bakery). 27 Lucky Street, 1 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0201) 德南面包房, 朝阳区朝阳公园路1号

国路83号JW万豪酒店

Beijing Bistro 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

好运街27号

BLD Cafe 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

Tavalin Bagels 11am-9.30pm. West side of Yashow Market (just south of Cedar’s Lebanese cafe), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区雅秀市场西边

Cafe 99, The Regent Daily 6.30am10.30pm. 2/F, The Regent Beijing, 99 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (8522 1888 ext 3823)

Two Guys and a Pie Tue-Thu and Sun 11am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-4am. 32 Sanlitun Nan (behind Yashow Market, across from Friend Bar), Chaoyang District. (138 0106 9721) 哥们

Cafe Cha 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

儿饼, 朝阳区三里屯南32号（雅秀后边朋友酒吧对面）

BEIJING Chopsticks Chinese Restaurant Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 5F, Holiday Inn Beijing Focus Square, A Fangheng Guoji, Bldg 3, 6 Futong Dong Dajie, Wangjing, Chaoyang District. (6473 3333-6312) 朝阳区望京阜通东大街6号院3号楼方恒国际A座北京方恒假日酒店5层

Dongsi Minfang Daily 10am-10.30pm. 79 Chaoyangmennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (64068858) 东四民芳餐厅, 东城区朝阳门内大街79号

Heyizhai Daily 6.30am-9pm. 67-69 Hugousi Dajie, Xicheng District. (8322 3298) 合义斋, 西城区护国寺大街67-69号

Long Xingsheng Snack Shop Daily 5.30am-9pm. 19 Ya’er Hutong (near Yinding Qiao), Houhai, Xicheng District. (8403 1024) 隆兴盛名优小吃, 西城区西城区后海鸦儿胡同19号 (近银锭桥)

Mr. Eight Hot Pot Daily 10am-9pm. 14 Sanlihe Sanqujia (across from the Capital Museum), Xicheng District. (68520816) 八先生涮肉坊, 西城区三里河三区甲14号楼(首都博物馆对面)

Noodle Bar (pentahotel) 7am-11.30pm. 3-18 Chongwenmenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6708 1188) 东城区崇文门外大街3-18号 Xilaishun Daily 10am-9pm. 116 Xinhuajie, North of Hepingmen, Xicheng District. (6601 5996) 西来顺饭庄, 西城区和平门北新华街116 号(西交民巷口)

Beijing Duck Da Dong Roast Duck 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 Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5.30-10

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99咖啡厅, 东城区金宝街99号北京丽晶酒店2层

Cha, 海淀区紫竹院路29号香格里拉饭店

Café on the 6 Crowne Plaza Chaoyang UTown, 3 Sanfeng Beilu (opposite Cashbox KTV), Chaoyang District. (5909 6688) 慕尼黑啤酒屋, 北京朝阳悠唐皇冠假日朝阳区三丰北里3号（钱柜KTV对面）

CBD International Cuisine 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

Citrus Restaurant Daily 24hrs (buffet 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm). Novotel Beijing Xinqiao (lobby west side), 1 Chongwenmen Xidajie, Chongwen District. (6513 3366 ext 2001) 春晓西餐厅, 崇文区崇文门西大街1号北京新侨诺富特饭店大堂西侧

City Wall Bistro Daily 6am-11am,noonmidnight. Beijing Marriott Hotel City Wall, 7 Jianguomen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (5811 8255) 城墙小馆, 东城区建国门南大街7号北京万豪酒店

East 33 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 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

Feast Great lunch and dinner buffet options with sushi, roast chicken, steak, dim sum and more. Sunday brunch offers lobster and freeflow champagne. Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng, 36 North Third Ring Road East, Dongcheng District. (5798 8888) 东城区东城区北三环路36号 Garden Court Daily 6-10am,11.30am-2pm,611pm. 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 Daily 24hrs (buffet 6.30-10.30am, 11.30am-2.30pm, 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 Daily 6.30am-11pm. The RitzCarlton Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6601

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DIRECTORY 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

Dasha, 46 Liangmaqiao, Chaoyang District. (64624036) 一家一饭堂, 朝阳区亮马桥路甲46 号亚星大厦1楼

Jing Daily 5.30am-11.30pm. Basement of The Peninsula Beijing, 8 Jinyu Hutong, Wangfujing, Dongcheng District. (6559 2888 ext 6714) 京,

Celestial Court 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

东城区王府井金鱼胡同8号王府半岛酒店地下1层

Kerry’s Kitchen 1/F, Kerry Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833) 朝阳区光

国际俱乐部饭店2层

Chaoxiang Zhou Daily 11.30am-3pm, 5.3011pm. Bldg 3, 39 Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang District. (85622614) 潮香洲, 朝阳区神路街39号3楼

华路1号

Kranzler’s Daily 6am-midnight. 1/F, Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6465 3388 ext 4222) 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店1层

Monsoon Daily 6-10.30am, 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. InterContinental Beijing Financial Street, 11 Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (5852 5916) 季候风, 西城区金融街11号洲际酒店 Red Orange Daily 24hrs. 1/F, Crowne Plaza Sun Palace Beijing, Yunnan Dasha, Northeast corner of Taiyanggong Qiao and Xibahe, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6429 8888 ext 6328) 红橙, 新云南皇冠假日酒店1层, 朝阳区东北三环西坝河太阳宫桥东北角

Renaissance Cafe 6am-midnight. Renaissance Beijing Hotel, 36 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6468 9999 ext.3121) 朝阳区朝阳区霄云路36号北京国航万丽酒店

Seasonal Tastes 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

Seasoning All-day international buffet. Holiday Inn Beijing Focus Square, Bldg 3, 6 Futong Dongdajie, Chaoyang District. (6473 3333 ext 6310) 朝阳区通东大街6号院3号 Senses (Westin Beijing) Daily 6.3010.30am, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6629 7810) 味, 西城区金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Vasco’s 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

Apr 20: Xu Fei @ Yugong Yishan

Let’s hope the Pete Doherty influence is confined to T-shirt slogans. 府井酒店5层

VIC Mon-Fri noon-2.30pm, 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 Daily 8am-2am. 70 Gulou Dongdajie (east of Nanluogu Xiang), Dongcheng District. (6407 3730) 东城区鼓楼东大街70号 Annvita Tea House Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯路 19号三里屯village

Bocata Daily 10am-midnight. 3 Sanlitun Lu

(opposite 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (6417 5291) 朝阳区三里屯路3号3.3大厦对面

Exchange Daily 8am-midnight. 1/F, The Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8191) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店1层

The Library Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888) www.pentabeijing.com 书阁, 东城区王府井东街8号希尔顿北京王府井酒店

Lobby Lounge (China World Hotel) 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

Lobby Lounge (Grand Millennium) 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 6888 ext 3011) 朝阳区东三环中路7号 Lobby Lounge (InterContinental Beijing Beichen) 9am-1am. InterContinental Beijing Beichen, 8 Beichen Xilu, Chaoyang District. (8437 1381) 朝阳区北辰西路8号院4号楼，北京北辰洲际酒店

Lobby Lounge (Ritz-Carlton Financial Street) 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6601 6666) ww.ritzcarlton.com/hotels/beijing_financial 西城区金城坊东街1号.

The Lounge (China World Summit Wing) Daily 10.30am-1am, 2-6pm (tea), 6-8pm (predinner), 8pm-1am (after 8). 80/F, China World Summit Wing Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2299 ext 6431) 酒廊, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸大酒店80层

Maan Coffee Korean-run cafe specializing in waffles, desserts and other snacks. Gongti Beilu (west of the north gate of Workers' Stadium), Sanlitun, Chaoyang District. (6551-7161). 7 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite Rosedale Hotel), Lido, Chaoyang District. (8457 3470) 漫咖啡, 朝阳区三里屯工体北路工体北门西, 朝阳区将台西路7号

Moment Cafe Daily noon-10pm. B1-525, Sanlitun Soho, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8590 0724) 朝阳区工体北路三里屯Soho B1-525 Ricci Cafe Daily 8am-9.30pm. 1/F, Keji Dasha Tower D, Bldg 8, Tsinghua Science Park, 1 Zhongguancun Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8215 8826) 睿奇咖啡, 朝阳区中关村东路1号清华科技园8号楼科技大厦D座1层

Wagas Daily 8am-10.30pm. S833, Bldg 8, 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 5829) 沃歌斯, 朝阳区

Dragon Palace 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 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

HK O’Man Restaurant Daily 11am-11pm. 66 Gonti Beilu, Chaoyang District.(65521878) 老坑记, 朝阳区工体北路66号

Honghuo Bainian Seafood Daily 10.30am10pm. Bldg 3, Yard 3, Wanghua Lu Dongli (near Guangshun Nandajie), Chaoyang District (6470 8658), Chaoyang District. (6470 8658) 红火百年湖汕渔家大排档, 朝阳区朝阳区望花路东里3号院 3号楼（广顺南大街口）

Huang Ting Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm. B2/F, The Peninsula Beijing, 8 Jinyu Hutong, Wangfujing Jie, Dongcheng District. (8516 2888 ext 6707) 凰庭, 东城区王府井大街金鱼胡同8号王府半岛酒店地下2层

Hui Lau Shan Daily 10am-10pm. B1/F, U-Town Shopping Center, 2 Sanfeng Beili, Chaoyang District. (131 4654 8259) 许留山, 朝阳区朝阳区三丰北里2号悠唐生活广场地下1层

Jewel 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 Daily 24hrs. 15 Tuanjiehu Nanlu, Chaoyang District. 金鼎轩酒楼, 朝阳区团结湖南路15号

Lei Garden Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.309.30pm. 3/F, Jinbao Tower, 89 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (8522 1212) 利苑, 东城区金宝街89号金宝大厦3楼

Ming Court Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.3010.30pm. 1 Er Jing Road, Langham Place, Beijing Capital Airport. Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) 明阁, 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店 My Soup Bldg 3, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. 卖汤, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号新城国际公寓3号楼底商

Cantonese Beijing Honor Resorts Baifu Guoji Dasha, 20 Gongren Tiyuchang Donglu, Chaowai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6501 6821) 荣誉酒楼, 朝阳

The Oriental 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2277 ext.34) 东方餐厅,

区朝外大街工人体育场东路20号百富国际大厦

Cai Yi Xuan Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10 .30pm. 2/F, Four Seasons Hotel, 48 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5695 8888) 采逸轩, 朝阳区亮马桥路48号北京四季酒店2层

The Canteen Daily 11am-11pm. 1/F Yaxing

APRIL 2013

厦万豪酒店2层

Noble Court Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, SatSun 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) 悦庭, 东城区东长安街1号东方广

三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区8号楼S8-33

Choy’s Seafood The Marriott Northeast’s “trend-setting restaurant specializes in Cantonese and Sichuan flavors with six individually designed private dining rooms.” Daily 11.30am2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 2/F, Marriott Beijing Northeast, 26A Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5927 8888) 采海轩，朝阳区霄云路甲26号海航大

场北京东方君悦大酒店地下1层

朝阳区国贸饭店朝阳区建国门外大街1号

Qi Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. 2/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6601 6666) 金阁, 西城区金城坊东街1号金融街丽思卡顿酒店2层

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DIRECTORY Shang Palace Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. Shangri-La Hotel, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6841 2211) 香宫, 海淀区紫竹院路29号

Compass Grill Daily 5.30-11pm. Hilton Beiing Capital Airport. (6458 8888 ext 8901) 北京首都

香格里拉饭店

Feast (Food by EAST) Daily 6am-3pm, 5.30pm-10.30pm. 2/F, EAST Beijing, 22 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 6688, www. east-beijing.com) 朝阳区酒仙桥路22号东隅北

Shizi Shanxia Daily 10am-10pm. 1) Unit 15, Bldg 22A, Gucang Qun, Nanxingcang, Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng District. (6409 6560); 2) In the alleyway south of The Bookworm, Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6586 3749, 6586 3948) 狮子山下, 1) 东城区东四十条南新仓谷仓群甲22A15号; 2) 朝阳区工体北路4号院

Summer Palace 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

Wu Li Xiang Daily 11am-2pm, 5-10pm. 1/F, Traders Upper East Hotel, 2 Dongsihuan Beilu (southeast of Xiaoyun Qiao), Chaoyang District. (5907 8406) 屋里香, 朝阳区东四环北路2号 (霄云桥东南角)上东盛贸酒店

Xinsui Ganglong 8 Caoqiao Xilu, Fengtai District. (67526224) 新穗港龙, 丰台区草桥西路8号 Yao Chi Daily 11am-2.30pm,5.30-10pm. Grand Millennium Beijing, Fortune Plaza, 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 6888)

二经路1号朗豪酒店

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

Modo Sun-Thu noon-10pm, Fri-Sat noon-10 .30pm. 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 7207) 朝阳区三里屯路 19号三里屯Village南区3楼

Mosto Daily noon-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6030) 摸石头, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园3层

Yue Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng, 36 North Third Ring Road East, Dongcheng District. (5798 8888) 东城区东城区北三环路36号

Mr. Shi’s Dumplings 74 Baochao Hutong, Gulou Dong Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8405 0399) 东城区鼓楼东大街, 宝钞胡同74号

街11号洲际酒店

Zen5es Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 4/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8121)

辇店胡同

Central & South American Luga’s Villa Daily 11am-3am. 7 Sanlitun Beijie (behind 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (6416 2575) 朝阳区三里屯北街7号3.3 购物中心后

Q Mex 5620 3759. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (under Kro’s Nest), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区工体北路4号院 (下乌巢)

Din Tai Fung Taste just one dumpling to know why they’re famous around the world. Voted “Best Dim Sum” in our 2011 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); 4) B1-1/F, Grand Pacific Mall, 133 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6615 9028) 5)LG2-20, Parkview Green Branch, 9 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaiyang District (8562 6583) 鼎泰丰, 1) 海淀区中关村大街40号当代商城7层; 2) 朝阳区新源西里中街24号; 3) 朝阳区建国路87号华贸中心新光天地6层; 4) 西城区西单北大街133号君太百货地下1层及1层 5) 朝阳区东大桥路9号侨福芳草地大厦LG2-20

ZEN Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. InterContinental Beijing Financial Street, 11 Financial Street, Xicheng District. (5852 5918) 西城区金融

Jamaica Me Crazy Cheniandian Hutong (west of Guozijian, near Andingmennei), Dongcheng District. 东城区安定门内大街车

French

Fuel Daily 11am-late. 1/F, Langham Place, 1 Erjing Lu, Beijing Capital International Airport, Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) 朝阳区首都机场

Yu Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 83A Jianguo Lu (inside the Ritz-Carlton Hotel), Chaoyang District. (5908 8111) 玉, 朝阳区建国路甲83号

CARIBBEAN

Smiling Dumplings Daily 10.30am-10pm. 32 Xiaoyun Lu (near Pengrun Dasha), Chaoyang District. (6463 3354) 微笑饺子, 朝阳区霄云路32 SALT Innovative restaurant in a fresh modern minimalist setting has weekly two-course or three-course set meals. Voted “Outstanding Business Lunch” and “Outstanding Steak” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Sat noon-3pm, 6-10.30pm, Sunday Brunch noon4pm. 2/F, 9 Jiangtai Xilu (west of Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6437 8457) 盐, 朝阳区将台西路9号2层（珀丽酒店西边)

Scarlett Daily 6pm-3am. Hotel G, 7A Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 2880) 朝阳区工体西路甲7号北京极栈内

Ssam Mon-Sat 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

DELIVERIES

Contemporary Chinese Chynna Daily 10.30am-2pm.5.30-11pm. 5/F Hilton Hotel Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888) 东城

号(近鹏润大厦)

Crepanini Sun-Thu 9am-midnight, Fri-Sat 9am-2am. Unit A110, 1/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6092/93) 可百尼尼, 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园1层酒吧街对面

Enoterra Daily 10am-2am. D405, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6076)

台西路9-6号(珀丽酒店对面)

Taverna Daily noon-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 1949 – The Hidden City, Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (behind Pacific Century Place), Chaoyang District. (6501 8882, oft@elite-concepts.com) www.elite-concepts.com 朝阳区工体北路4号院 (盈科中心南面)

Temple Restaurant Beijing Mon-Sat 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm, Sun 11.30am-2 .30pm. 23 Songzhusi Temple, Shatan Beijie, Dongcheng District (8400 2232)东城区沙滩北街嵩祝寺23号

DONGBEI Baifuyuan 46 Maizidian Jie, Chaoyang District. (64602075) 百富源, 朝阳区麦子店街46号

三里屯北街

Beijing Bistro 2/F, 26A Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5927 8888) 朝阳区霄云路甲26号海航大厦万豪酒店

Jirenyuan Restaurant, Xuesong Hotel Daily 11am-2pm. 2 Madianqiao Nanlu (inside the Jilin Provincial Office compound) 雪松宾馆吉人缘餐厅, 海淀区马甸桥南路2号七省大院吉林驻京办内

Dumplings Baoyuan Jiaozi Wu Daily 11am-10pm. North of 6 Maizidian Jie, Chaoyang District. (6586

Héritage 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

Jaan 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

Le Petit Gourmand 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 Maison Boulud Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 6-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-4pm, 6-10.30pm. Ch’ien Men 23, 23 Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6559 9200) 布鲁宫法餐厅, 东城区前门东大街23号

格里拉饭店新阁一层

Capital M Mon-Fri 11am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am-5pm, 6-10.30pm. 3/F, 2 Qianmen Pedestrian Street, Chongwen District. (6702 2727) 崇文区前门步行街2号3层

庄村(过何各庄村路标往南转)

Sherpa’s Your Favourite Restaurants Delivered To You. Operated in Shanghai since 1999 and Beijing since 2011, expect prompt delivery and great service. Service areas include Sanlitun and Gulou. Order online or by phone daily from 10.30am to 10.30pm. www. sherpa.com.cn. (400 600 6209)

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

建国门外大街1号中国大饭店二层

Park Side Bar & Grill Daily 10am-late. 9-6 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6444 6555) 园景, 朝阳区将

Contemporary International

云路18号

Aria Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm; Sat-Sun 5.30-10pm. 2/F, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 38, 6505 3318) 阿郦雅, 朝阳区

The Orchard Daily noon-3pm, 6-9pm. From Jingshun Lu, turn left (west) at Shunbai Lu Intersection, (turn at the driveway just west of the Hegezhuang Village Sign), Chaoyang District. (6433 6270) 果园, 朝阳区崔各庄乡何各

My China Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10pm. 2/F, Hilton Beiing Capital Airport. (6458 8888 ext 8901) 北京首都机场希尔顿酒店2层

Brasserie Flo 18 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6595 5135) 北京福楼餐厅,朝阳区霄

S.T.A.Y (Simple Table Alleno Yannick) Simple, communal-style French food by a Michelin Chef. Tue-Sat 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm, Sun 11am-4pm. Valley Wing 1/F, Shangri-La Hotel, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (8882 6727) 海淀区紫竹院路29号北京香

European

朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园D405室

区王府井希尔顿酒店王府井东街8号

Alameda Contemporary fine dining with a Brazilian twist. Voted “Outstanding Business Lunch” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-3pm, 6-10.30pm. Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (6417 8084) 朝阳区

佛士一层

京酒店2层

瑶池中餐厅, 朝阳区东三环中路7号

朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

4967) 宝源饺子屋, 朝阳区麦子店街6号楼北侧

机场希尔顿酒店

The Vineleaf Daily (closed Tuesdays) 11.30am-2.45pm, 6-10.15pm. 9 Jianchang Hutong (east of Yonghe Villas), Dongcheng District (6407 6308) 东城区箭厂胡同9号(近五道营胡同)

Vineyard Cafe Tue-Sun 11.30am-10.30pm, closed Mon. 31 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District. (6402 7961) 葡萄院儿, 东城区五道营胡同31号

Writers Bar 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

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guizhou/guanxi Courtyard No. 28 Daily 11am-11pm. 1 Xilou Hutong (southside), Dongcheng District. (8401 6788) 28号院私家菜, 东城区戏楼胡同一号南侧 Da Gui Daily 10am-2pm, 5-10pm. 69 Daxing Hutong, Jiaodaokou, Dongcheng District. (6407 1800) 大贵, 东城区交道口大兴胡同69号 Guizhou Luoluo Suantang Yu Daily 11am-10pm. 13 Bldg 5, Dongzhimennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (84062004) 贵州箩箩酸汤鱼, 东城区东城区东直门内大街5号楼13号;

Long Yuan Tang Daily 10am-11pm. 6 Xiang’er Hutong, Dongsi Beidajie, Dongcheng District. (8404 9502) 元堂, 东城区东四北大街香饵胡同6号

Miao Xiang Lou Daily 10am-8pm. Stall 07, 7/F Chaoyang Joy City, 101 Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang District. (85517301) 苗乡楼, 朝阳区朝阳北路101号朝阳大悦城7楼07号铺

halal Hong Bin Lou Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. 11 Zhanlanguan Lu (at the intersection of Baiwanzhuang), Xicheng District. (6899 2569/4560) 鸿宾楼, 西城区展览馆11号（百万庄路口）

HOMESTYLE AND PRIVATE CUISINE Kylin Private Kitchen Daily 10am-2pm, 5.30-9 .30pm. 6 Qilinbei Hutong Kuanjie, Dongcheng District. (6407 3516) 麒麟阁私房菜, 东城区宽街麒麟碑胡同6号

Xiao Wang Fu Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. Inside the North Gate of Ritan Park, Ritan Lu, Chaoyang District. (8561 5985) 朝阳区日坛路日坛公园北门内

HOT POT Haidilao Hot Pot Daily 24hrs. 2A Baijiazhuang Lu (next to No. 80 Middle School), Chaoyang District. (6595 2982); 16) Daily 10.30am-3am. 3/F, Beiyue Dasha, 2A Huixin Dongjie,

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DIRECTORY Chaoyang District. (8463 9300) 海底捞火锅, 朝阳区白家庄路甲2号 (八十中学西侧)

HUAIYANG Huai Yang Fu Daily 1) 11am-2pm, 5pm-9pm. 198 Andingmenwai Dajie (Ditan Ximen Beice), Dongcheng District. (6426 5858, 6426 5959); 2) 1/F China Jingju Yuan Da Lou, 22 Pinganli Dajie, Xicheng District. (5851 9988, 5851 9866) 淮扬府, 1) 东城区东城区安定门外大街198号(地坛西门北侧); 2) 西城区西城区平安里西大街22号中国京剧院大楼1楼

Tianshui Yaju 2-3/F 18 Fengrong Guoji Dasha (South Wing), 18 Taipingqiao Dajie, Xicheng District. (66177177 66133778) 天水雅居, 西城区

5.30-10.30pm. 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 Taj Pavilion Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 1) L222, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 3238); 2) China Overseas Plaza, Chaoyang District. (136 9302 8663); 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) 朝阳区国贸往西北中海广场; 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

太平桥大街18号丰融国际大厦南翼2-3楼

Wudi Renjia Daily 10.30am-2.30pm, 4.30pm10.30. 3/F The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (65895118) 吴地人家, 朝阳区光华路9号世贸天阶北楼3楼

Italian Alio Olio Daily 11am-10.30pm. West gate of Chaoyang Park, Chaoyang District. (6594 0938) 朝阳区朝阳公园西门

Yichan Huaiyang Daily 11am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. Sofitel Hotel, 93 Wanda Plaza (8599 6666) 一品淮扬, 朝阳区建国路93号万达索菲特大饭店内

Mao Jia Restaurant 1) Daily 10am-10pm. D409, 4/F, Wangjing Cadenza Mall, 16 Guangshun Beidajie (above Carrefour), Chaoyang District. (5981 4118); 2) Daily 11am-10.30pm. 216 Huizhong Beili (Beichen Donglukou), Chaoyang District. (6485 9678); 3) Daily 9.30am-2pm, 5-10pm. 2/F, Blue Castle, 3 Xidawang Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 9728/18) 毛家饭店, 1)

Re Dashu Regan Mian Daily 11am-10pm. 66 Guangqu Lu (west gate of Baihuan Jiayuan), Chaoyang District. (136 6111 5376) 热大叔热干面, 朝阳区广渠路66号院百环家园西门

IMPERIAL Li Jia Cai Daily 11am-1.30pm, 5-8.30pm. 11 Yangfang Hutong, Deshengmennei Dajie, Xicheng District. (6613 7509) 厉家菜, 西城区德胜门内大街洋房胡同11号

Moyu’er Dasong Shigong Daily 10am-11pm. 8 Zhongjianzijuan (near the Zhang Zizhong stop of Line 5), Dongcheng District. (6403 3309) 摸鱼儿大宋食供, 东城区东城区中剪子巷8号(近5 号线张自忠路站)

Indian/Pakistani Ganges Indian Restaurant Daily 11am-11pm. 1) Stall 202, 2/F, Bldg 1, Shimao Department Store, 13 Gongti Beilu Chaoyang District (6416 0181); 2) 6/F, Wudaokou U-Center, Chengfu Lu Haidian District (6262 7944); 3) 2/F, Paddy O’Shea’s, 28 Dongzhimenwai Dajie Chaoyang District (6417 0900); 4) 138A, B1/F, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu Chaoyang District (6587 2999); 5) 5/B, Hairun International Apartment, 2 Jiangtai Lu Chaoyang District. (5135 8353) 恒河印度餐厅, 1)工体北路13号世贸百货1号楼2层202 朝阳区; 2)成府路五道口 U-Center6层海淀区五道口; 3) 东直门外大街 28号爱尔兰酒吧2层朝阳区东直门外; 4) 光华路9号世贸天阶地下1层138A 朝阳区世贸天街新城国际; 5) 朝阳区将台路2号海润国际公寓底商 5号朝阳区丽都

Indian Kitchen Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-11pm. 2/F, 2 Sanlitun Beixiaojie (opposite Korean embassy), Chaoyang District. (6462 7255) 印度小厨, 朝阳区三里屯北小街2号2楼

Annie’s Voted “Restaurant of the year (non-Chinese casual)” in our 2013 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) 1/F Ruisai Business Building (opposite Ascott Beijing), Chaoyang District. (6568 5890); 2) Daily 11am-11pm. 2/F Daimler Tower, 8 Wangjing Jie, Chaoyang District. (8476 0398); 3) Daily 11am-11pm. 1/F, Tower AB, The Office Park (Yuanyang Guanghua International), 10 Jintong Xilu (near Central Park/The Place), Chaoyang District.; 4) 105, Bldg 3, China View, 2C Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 1469); 5) Daily 11am-11pm. West Gate of Soho New Town, 88 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8589 8366); 6) Daily 11am-11pm. Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu (next to Chaoyang Park West Gate), Chaoyang District. (6591 1931); 7) Daily 11am-11pm. Across from Western Academy Beijing, 5 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8470 4768); 8) 11am-11pm. Unit 2-3-93, Ritan Highlife, (opposite north gate of Ritan Park), 39 Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang District. (8569 3031); 9) Daily 11am-11pm. Jiuxianqiao, Jiangtai Lu, Shangye Jie, Chaoyang District. (6436 3735) www.annies.com.cn/en/ 安妮意大利餐厅, 1) 朝阳区瑞赛大厦商务楼一层(北京雅诗阁服务公寓对面); 2) 朝阳区望京街8号利星行广场奔驰展厅2层; 3) 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); 4) 朝阳区工体东路丙2号中国红街大厦3号楼105室; 5) 朝阳区建国路88号Soho现代城西门; 6) 朝阳区朝阳公园西路（朝阳公园西门）; 7) 朝阳区来广营东路 5号京西学校对面; 8) 朝阳区神路街39号日坛公园北门对面日坛上街2-3-93号; 9) 朝阳区酒仙桥将台路商业街

Barolo Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 2/F, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, China Central Place, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8151, dining@ritz-carlton.com) www.ritz-carlton.com 巴罗洛, 朝阳区建国路甲83

Bene Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng, 36 North Third Ring Road East, Dongcheng District. (5798 8888) 东城区东城区北三环路36号

丽思卡顿酒店大堂

Daccapo A contemporary Italian restaurant with plenty of flair and a great wine selection. The menu, designed by Michelin Star Chef Mario Cittadini, stays true to Italian regional cooking, and features a range of seafood, pastas, gourmet pizzas (prepared in a brick oven) and more. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. (no lunch Sat-Sun). 2/F, The Regent Beijing, 99 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (8522 1789)

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迪卡博意大利餐厅, 东城区金宝街99号北京丽晶酒店2层

Fratelli Fresh Daily 10.30am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 1/F, Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang

Yingchun Noodle Shop 27 Dahongmen Lu, Fengtai District. (87295994) 迎春面馆, 丰台区

Mercante Tue-Sun 6-10.30pm. No.4 Fangzhuanchang Hutong, Dongcheng District. (010 8402 5098) 东城区方砖厂胡同4号

大红门路27号

Mio 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 3/F, Four Seasons Hotel, 48 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区亮马桥路48号北京四季酒店3层

Han Na Shan Daily 10.30am-11pm. 1) B118A Huamao Shopping Center, 79 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5969 5086) 汉拿山, 朝阳区

Opera Bombana Parkview Green, 9 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区东大桥路9 号芳草地

Prego Daily 11am-11.30pm. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6606 8866 ext 7815) 意大利餐厅, 西城区金融大街乙9 号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Tavola Excellent Neapolitan-style Italian cuisine in a setting that works equally well for intimate dinners or group events. Voted “Outstanding Italian (High-End)“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 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) 塔沃拉意大利餐厅, 朝阳区东方东路19号

korean

建国路79号华贸购物中心B1楼B118A号

Iki Daily 6-11pm. 111, Bldg. 3, China View, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (152 1006 4588) 1) 朝阳区中国红街大厦三号楼111号 Saveurs de Corée 128-1 Xiang’er Hutong, Dongcheng District. (5741 5753) www. saveursdecoree.com.cn 韩香馆, 东城区香饵胡同128-1号

Mediterranean Sureño Daily noon-3.30pm, 6-10.30pm. B1/F, The Opposite House, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6410 5240) 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village瑜舍地下1层

MEXICAN

Japanese

Cantina Agave S4-32, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District.

Hatsune 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)

Lucky Lopez Mexican Grill Daily 11am-8pm. Rm 0827, 1/F, Bldg 8, Jianwai Soho, Henghui Donglu, Chaoyang District. (5900 0820) 朝阳区

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

Cepe Daily 11am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. The Ritz-Carlton Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6629 6996) 意味轩, 西城区金城坊东街1号北京金融街

Tadka With its sleek décor, rich variety of south Asian food and four brass tandoor ovens, this spot offers one of the richest Indian dining experiences in the city. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm,

号北京富力万丽酒店1层

亮马桥外交公寓会所2层

HUNAN AND HUBEI

朝阳区广顺北大街16号华彩国际中心4楼D409号( 近家乐福); 2) 朝阳区慧中北里216号(北辰东路口); 3) 朝阳区西大望路3号蓝堡国际中心2楼

District. (5863 8203) 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路61

Honzen Mon-Sat 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 4200) 朝阳

朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区4号楼3 层S4-32

朝阳区恒惠东路建外Soho8号楼1层0827号

Taco Bar (132 6406 5931)

Middle Eastern

区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店

1001 Nights Daily 11am-2am. Gongti Beilu (opposite Zhaolong Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6532 4050) 夜, 朝阳区工体北路兆龙饭店对面

Invincible Ramen 1) 10am-10pm. S9, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 6891) 无敌家橫浜骨汤创作面坊, 1) 朝阳区三里

Biteapitta Daily 11am-11pm. 2/F, Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6467 2961) 吧嗒饼, 朝阳区三里屯后街同里2层

屯路19号三里屯Village南区S9号

Matsuko Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm,5-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 39 Liangmaqiao Lu (opposite 21st Century hotel), Chaoyang District. 松子, 朝阳区亮马桥39号（21世纪饭店对面）

Miyabi Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng, 36 North Third Ring Road East, Dongcheng District. (5798 8888) 东城区东城区北三环路36号 Miyazaki-ya Ramen Daily 11am-10pm. ) 20 Jintai Li, Chaoyang District. (8599 4866) 宫崎家日式拉面, 1) 朝阳区农展馆南路12号院通广大厦 3号楼2层(长虹桥东北角); 2) 朝阳区金台路. 金台里20号楼底商

Nadaman Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. 4/F, China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2299 ext 6407) 滩万日餐厅, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸大酒店4楼

Rumi Daily 11.30am-midnight. 1A Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8454 3838) 入迷, 朝

Nishimura Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm. Shangri-La Hotel, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6841 2211 ext 2719) 西村餐厅, 海淀区

阳区工体北路甲1号

紫竹院路29号香格里拉饭店2层

耳其妈妈, 朝阳区工体北路3号

Nobu 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 Daily 6pm-midnight. 7A Tuanjiehu Beisantiao, Chaoyang District. (6436 1608) http://www.manzo-dining.com/ 慢走日本烧灼餐厅, 朝阳区团结湖北三条甲7号

Tairyo Teppanyaki Daily 11.30am-3pm, 5.30-11pm. S2-32, 3/F The Village at Sanlitun, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 8075, 6416 0075); 大渔铁板烧, 朝阳区三里屯路19号 The Village at Sanlitun 南区，三层S2-32

JIANGSU Nanjing Impressions Mon-Fri 11am-2pm, 5-9.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-10pm. 4/F, Shimao Department Store, 13 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8405 9777) 南京大排挡, 朝阳区工体北路13号世茂百货4楼

Nanjing Great Hotel Restaurant 2-3/F 5 Wangfujing Xijie, Dongcheng District. (65262188) 南京大饭店中餐厅, 东城区王府井西街5号南京大饭店2-3楼 Songhelou Daily 11am-2pm, 5-8pm. 10 Taijichang Dajie (at the intersection with Taijichang Santiao), Dongcheng District. (6527 9255) 松鹤楼, 东城区台基厂大街10号(台基厂三条路口)

Turkish Mum Daily 11.30am-11.30pm. 3 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8532 3979) 土

NORTHWESTERN Xining Hotel Daily 11am-1.30pm, 5-8.30pm. 1/F Qinghai Dasha, 6 Beiyin Hutong, Xicheng District. (66010101) 西宁宾馆, 西城区背阴胡同 6号青海大厦1楼 Xixia Fengqing Daily 10am-9pm. 28 Xiguan Hutong (west off Dongsi Beidajie), Dongcheng District. (6407 9782) 西夏风情, 东城区东四北大街西侧细管胡同28号

Yan Lan Lou Daily 10.30am-9pm. 7 Cangjiadao, Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng District. (84075779) 燕兰楼, 东城区东四十条仓夹道7号

Pizza Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory 1) Daily 11am-11pm. Bldg. 3, China View, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 1404/1370); 2) Daily 11am-11pm.Shop 2, Hairun International Apartments, corner Jiangtai Lu and Fangyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District (5135 8557) 叫板!比萨 1) 朝阳区工体东路中国红街3号楼; 2) 朝阳区将台路2号海润国际公寓(将台路和方园西路的十字路口)

The Kro’s Nest 1) Daily 10-2am (kitchen closes 11pm). Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (across from Salsa Caribe), Chaoyang District. (8523 6655); 2) Mon-Thu 10am-midnight, Fri-Sun 101am. 35 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8391

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DIRECTORY 3131) 乌巢, 1) 朝阳区工体北路4号院 (卡利宾拉丁舞俱乐部对面); 2) 朝阳区霄云路35号

CRU Steakhouse Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel, China Central Place, 83 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8530) 朝阳区建国路83号华贸中心JW万

La Pizza Daily 10.30am-3pm, 6-11pm. 1) SA48, Bldg 3, Solana Mall, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6106); 2) 1/F, 3.3 Mall, 33 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5136 5582) 1) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区

豪酒店2层

The CUT Steak & Seafood Grill The main menu features a wide selection of prime imported beef, market-fresh seafood and poultry roasted to perfection. Tue-Sat 6-11pm. Fairmont Beijing Hotel, 8 Yong’an Dongli, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8507 3630) 刃, 朝阳区建国门外大街永安东里8

3号楼SA-48; 2) 朝阳区朝阳区三里屯路33号3.3 服装大厦西北角底商

Pizza by LMPlus Daily 11am-11pm. Unit 111, Tower 11, Central Park, Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6597 0108) 朝阳区朝

号华彬费尔蒙酒店

阳门外大街6号新城国际11号楼111号

Flamme International Grill This stylish two-floor bar and grill features American steaks. Voted “Outstanding New Restaurant (Non-Chinese)“ and “Outstanding Steak“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 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 Grill 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

Apr 12: Godspeed You! Black Emperor @ Tango Their music makes more sense than their name. Jinde Xiaoguan 1/F Liangmahe Dasha, 8 Dongsanhuanbei Lu, Chaoyang District. (65906658) 晋德小馆, 朝阳区东三环北路8号亮马河大厦1楼 Real Love Cuisine Daily 10am-10pm. 5/F North Building, Zhonghai Plaza, Guanghua Dongli, Chaoyang District. (67121234) 真爱中国, 朝阳区光华东里8号院中海广场北楼5楼

Sichuan Chengdu Representative Office Restaurant Shudu Hotel, 30 Shatan Houjie, Dongcheng District. (6403 4440 ext 2241) 成都

Pizza Plus World Championship-winning handmade pizza from Italy. The traditional Italian “Pizza Al Taglio” (pizza sold by the slice) in Beijing. Daily 11am-10pm. 112/115 Bojinghaoting, 8 Shizipo Jie, Dongcheng District. (6413 0991) 东城区十字坡街8号铂晶豪庭底商112/115室

SHANDONG Cuihua Lou Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. 19 Dong’anmen Dajie (north entrance of Wangfujing pedestrian street), Dongcheng District. (65254581) 萃华楼, 东城区东安门大街19号(王府井步行街北口)

Haishen Wang Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9pm. Bldg 5, 14 Zaojunmiao Donglu Xinyayuan, Haidian District. (62122840) 海参王, 海淀区皂君庙东路鑫雅苑14号院5号楼

Feng Ze Yuan Daily 10am-11pm. 83 Zhushikou Dajie, Xicheng District. (63032828) 丰泽园, 西城区西城区珠市口西大街83号

Shaguo Ju Daily 6.30am-10pm. 40 Shuangyushu Dongli, Haidian, Haidian District. (8213 6710) 砂锅据, 海淀区海淀区双榆树东里40号 Tai Feng Lou Daily 10am-10pm. 2 Qianmen Dajie, Xuanwu District. (6301 0153, 6302 3174) 泰丰楼, 宣武区宣武区前门西大街2号

Shanghai Lu Bo Lang Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5-9.30pm. 1) 2/F Jinrui Dasha, 17 Dongsanhuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6766 8866 ext 3175, 6765 4845); 2) 2/F Landmark Hotel, 8 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6590 0510) 绿波廊, 1) 朝阳区朝阳区东三环南路17号京瑞大厦2楼; 2) 朝阳区东三环北路8号亮马河大厦2层

Shanghai Min (Xiao Nan Guo) 3/F, Bldg 1, Sanlitun SOHO, 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (400 820 9777) 小南国, 朝阳区工体北路8号三里屯SOHO一栋3楼

Wang Jia Sha S1, 3/F, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Sanlitun Village North, Chaoyang District. 王家沙, 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village3层S1号

Yang Family Private Kitchen 68 Gongti Xilu Xinzhonglu, Chaoyang District. (65527801) 杨家私房菜, 朝阳区工体西路新中街68号

shanxi and shaanxi

The Grill Steaks and seafood grilled on an open flame with a Scandinavian twist, with Chinese dishes also available. Daily 3-11pm. Radisson Blu Hotel Beijing, 6A East Beisanhuan Road, Chaoyang District. (5922 3440) 朝

Village北区N4-36号

阳区北三环东路甲6号,北京皇家大饭店

Xinyudu Tantanmian Daily 10am-10pm. B1/F Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. 鑫渝都摊摊面, 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地B1楼

Morton’s Steak House The internationallyrenowned steak experience has arrived in Beijing. Gorge on world-class meats and cocktails to match. Check out their opening specials. 2/F, Regent Hotel, 99 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (6523 7777) 莫尔顿牛排坊, 东城区金

Zhang Mama Daily 10am-11pm. 4 Fensiting Hutong (west off Andingmennei Dajie), Dongcheng District. 张妈妈特色川味馆, 东城区分司厅胡同4号（安定门内大街西侧）

Southeast Asian

驻京办餐厅, 东城区沙滩后街30号蜀都宾馆

4corners Daily 11am-midnight. 27 Dashibei Hutong (near west end of Yandai Xiejie), Xicheng District (6401 7797) 西城区大石碑胡同

Chuan Ban 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

Cafe Sambal Daily 11am-midnight. 43 Doufuchi Hutong (just east of Jiugulou Dajie), Xicheng District. (6400 4875) 西城区豆腐池胡同

宝街99号丽晶酒店2楼

Steak Exchange Restaurant + Bar Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10.30pm. InterContinental Beijing Financial Street, 11 Financial Street, Xicheng District. (5852 5921) 西城区金融街11 号洲际酒店

taiwan

27号（烟袋斜街西口附近)

Banzhuo Daily 11am-10pm. Unit 2107, North Tower, Soho Shangdu, 8 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5869 0587) 办桌台菜料理,

建国门内贡院头条5号

43号(旧鼓楼大街往东走)

朝阳区东大桥路8号北塔2107号

Huatian Emei Jiujia Daily 11am-9pm. 155 Di’anmenwai Dajie, Xicheng District. (64043097) 华天峨嵋酒家，西城区地安门外大

Nyonya Kitchen B1/F (near the Line 10 Subway entrance), China World Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 0376) 娘惹厨房, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号

Cafe de Sofa Daily 11.00am-midnight. 12 Yindingqiao Hutong (south of Yindingqiao Bridge), Xicheng District, Xicheng District. (62032905) 沙发咖啡馆, 西城区西城区银锭桥胡

街155号

Jin Yuan Restaurant, Kunlun Hotel 2 Xinyuannan Lu, Chaoyang District. (65903388) 昆仑饭店锦园餐厅, 朝阳区新源南路2号 Laojietu Yanbangcai Daily 11am-5am. 1-A Dongzhimenwai Xinzhongjie, Dongcheng District. (64172399) 老街兔盐帮菜, 东城区东直门外新中街甲1号 Meizhou Dongpo Daily 11am-midnight. 7 Chunxiu Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 1566) 眉

国贸商城B1楼

同12号（银锭桥南）

Orchard 7 Daily 11am-10pm. E2220, 2/F, North Tower of Shangdu Soho, 8 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5869 7173) 乌节时七, 朝阳

Du Hsiao Yueh Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5pm-7 .30pm. B2/F, Parkview Green, 9 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8563 1105) 度小月, 朝阳区

区东大桥路8号Soho尚都北塔二层E2220

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

州东坡, 朝阳区春秀路7号

花园4层

Merchant’s Hall Restaurant 31 Zhongguancun Nandajie (across from the Hubei Hotel), Haidian District. (6819 6222) 锦府盐帮酒楼, 海

Carmen Daily 11am-2am. Beside Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (6417 8038)

淀区海淀区中关村南大街31号空间技术研究院院内(湖北大厦对面)

Sanlitun Noodle Bar 1) Bldg 2 (across from Tongli Studios), Sanlitun Bar Street, Chaoyang District. (6415 8098); 2) Unit 5007, 5/F (next to Lily Nails), 3.3 Shopping Mall, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5136 5108) 三里屯面馆, 1) 朝阳区三里屯3.3后门临街居民楼2楼(同里对面); 2) 朝阳区三里屯北路3.3商场5楼5007室

Sichuan Restaurant Daily 11am-2pm, 5pm-9pm. 14A Liuyin Jie, Xicheng District. (8322 6925) 四川饭店, 西城区柳荫街甲14号

Spice Spirit S2-30, The Village at Sanlitun, Chaoyang District. (6413 2908) 麻辣诱惑, 朝阳区朝阳区三里屯路太谷广昌南区2号楼3层

South Beauty 1) Daily 11am-10pm. 2/F, West Wing, China World Shopping Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 0809) (8286 1698) 俏江南, 1) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸西楼2层

Tianfu Gouhun Mian Daily 11am-10pm. Entryway of the National Theater, 45-A Mao’er Hutong, Di’anmenwai Dajie, Xicheng District. (84036968) 天府勾魂面, 西城区地安门外大街帽儿胡同甲45号国家话剧院门口

Transit Daily 6-10pm. 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

朝阳区三里屯北街81号（哪里花园边）

Ole Spanish Restaurant Sun-Wed 11ammidnight, 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)

Migas Restaurant & Lounge 6/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6061) 米家思, 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园6层

Niajo Daily 11am-3pm, 6-11pm. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6052) www.niajo.com 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园3层

Steakhouses Angus Grill Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6pm-10pm. 1/F, Crowne Plaza Beijing, 48 Wangfujing Dajie, Dongcheng District. (5911 9965) 东城区王府井大街48号,国际艺苑皇冠假日酒店1层

The Astor Grill Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm; daily 6-10pm. 3/F, St. Regis Hotel Apartments, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6460 6688 ext 2637) 艾斯特扒房, 朝阳区建国门外大街21号国际俱乐部饭店公寓3层

China Grill Daily 6.30-10.30am, noon-2pm, 6-10pm. 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

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东大桥路9号芳草地地下2层

Shin Yeh Daily 11am-10pm. 4/F, Xinzhongguan Shopping Center (The Gate City Mall), 19 Zhongguancun Dajie, Haidian District. (8248 6288) 欣叶, 海淀区中关村大街19号新中关购物中心4层

Taipei Gu Zao Wei Daily 10.30am-10.30pm. B2-N202 China World Shopping Center, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 1551) 台北古早味, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸商城B2楼NB202铺(近溜冰场)

Xiaowei Yansu Ji Daily noon-11pm. Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (64154861) 小尾盐酥鸡, 朝阳区三里屯北街

Thai Banana Leaf Daily 11am-11pm. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6506 8855) 蕉叶, 朝阳区工体北路4号院内凯富酒店后

Lime Cafe Daily 11.30am-9.30pm. Store 103, Bldg 15, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6597 0887) 青柠泰餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号新城国际15号楼103铺

Purple Haze Restaurant & Bar Daily 11am-11.30pm. Opposite the north gate of the Workers’ Stadium (behind ICBC Bank), Chaoyang District. (6413 0899) 紫苏庭, 朝阳区工体北门对面胡同工商银行后

tibetan Qomolangma Hotel Restaurant 149 Gulou Xidajie, Xicheng District. (6401 8822) 珠穆郎玛餐厅, 西城区鼓楼西大街149号

Vegetarian Tianchu Miaoxiang Vegetarian Daily 10am-

APRIL 2013

DIRECTORY 10pm. 1/F, Chuangye Bldg, Qinghua Keji Yuan, Haidian District. (6279 7078); 2) 10am-10pm. Ste 260, 2/F, Tower D, Chaowai SOHO, Chaoyang District. (5900 1288) 天厨妙香素食, 1) 海淀区清华科技园创业大厦一层; 2) 朝阳区朝阳区朝外大街乙6号朝外SOHO大厦D座2楼0260号

The Veggie Table Daily 11am-11pm. 19 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District. (6446 2073) 吃素的, 东城区五道营胡同19号

vietnamese

5pm-1am (kitchen closes at 10.30pm). Ch’ien Men 23, 23 Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. 花马天堂, 东城区前门东大街23号 Middle 8th Restaurant Daily 11am-11.30pm. Zhongba Lou, Sanlitun Zhongjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 0629) 中八楼, 朝阳区三里屯中街中八楼

Southern Barbarian Daily 11am-11pm. 107 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District. (6401 3318) 南蛮子, 东城区鼓楼东大街宝钞胡同107号

Muse Parisian Vietnamese Brasserie 10am-11pm. Chaoyang Gongyuan West Gate, 1 Nongzhan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6586 3188) 妙巴黎越南小吃, 朝阳区农展南路一号，朝阳公园西门

Susu Tue-Sun 11.30am-11pm. 10 Qianliang Hutong Xixiang, Dongcheng District. (8400 2699) 苏苏会, 东城区钱粮胡同西巷10号

wine

NIGHTLIFE bars & clubs Atmosphere Bar Daily noon-2am. 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)

Centro Daily 24hrs. 1/F, Kerry Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833 ext 42)

Pudao Wines Daily noon-9pm. 1/F, Tower AB, The Office Park (Yuanyang Guanghua International), 10 Jintong Xilu (near Central Park/The Place), Chaoyang District. (8590 3020)

炫酷, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心饭店1层

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)

里8号北京华彬费尔蒙酒店2层

Xinjiang AND muslim 99 Dingzhanfang Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5pm-9pm. 9 Yongtaizhuang Beilu, Mafang Cun, Dongsheng Xiang, Haidian District. (6299 1888) 九十九顶毡房, 海淀区东升乡马坊村永泰庄北路9号 Bayi Laoye Daily 11am-11pm. 1/F Jinwuxing Shichang, 118 Zhongguancun Donglu, Haidian District. (8211 1181) 巴依老爷新疆美食, 海淀区中关村东路118号金五星市场1楼

BLCU Xinjiang Restaurant 15 Xueyuan Lu, Haidian District. 北京语言大学新疆饭馆, 海淀

Champagne Bar 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 China Bar 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

Links Lobby Lounge Daily 9am-10pm. 1F, Holiday Inn Beijing Focus Square, A Fangheng Guoji, Bldg 3, 6 Futong Dong Dajie, Wangjing, Chaoyang District. (6473 3333 ext 6315) 朝阳区望京阜通东大街6号院3号楼方恒国际A座北京方恒假日酒店6层

Lobby Lounge (InterContinental Beijing Beichen) 9am-1am. InterContinental Beijing Beichen, 8 Beichen Xilu, Chaoyang District. (8437 1381) 朝阳区北辰西路8号院4号楼，北京北辰洲际酒店

Loong Bar Daily 5.30pm-2am. 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel, 83 Jianguo Lu, China Central Place, Chaoyang District. (5908 8906) 龙吧, 朝阳区华贸中心建国路83号JW万豪酒店2层

Luga’s Villa Daily 11am-2am. 2/F, 7 Sanlitun Houjie (10m from northwest corner of 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (6416 2575) www.lugas-beijing.com 朝阳区三里屯后街7号2层(离3.3购物中心西北角10米)

Mesh 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

Tonic Lounge 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

Writers Bar 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

Xian Mon-Fri 5pm-late, Sat-Sun 2pm-late. 1/F, EAST Beijing, 22 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (8414 9810), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区朝阳区酒仙桥路22号东隅北京酒店1层

Xiu Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-late, Sat-Sun 6pm-late. Park Hyatt (entrance across from the hotel lobby), 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5867 1108) 秀, 朝阳区朝阳区建国门外大街2号

Zeta Bar Mon-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sun 6pm-3am, Sun close. 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5865 5050) 颐达吧, 朝阳区东三环北路东方路1 号希尔顿饭店2层

11号三里屯Village1号楼瑜舍1层

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

Cigar Lounge, St. Regis Beijing Daily 4.30pm-1am. 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6460 6688 ext 2709) 建国门

STYLE BEAUTY PARLORS & SPAS Bodhi Sense 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 Daily 11am12.30am. 17 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6417 9595) www.bodhi.com.cn 菩提会所, 朝

外大街21号, 朝阳区

Crystal Bar & Lounge Daily 7.30am-1am. Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Jie, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6601 6666 ext 6231) 西城区金城坊东街1号北京

阳区工体北路17号

Hair & Beauty by Hummingbird Daily 10am-midnight. Unit 103, Bldg 3, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6597 9119) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号新城国际

金融街丽资卡尔顿酒店大堂

区学院路15号

3号楼103

Crescent Moon Muslim Restaurant Daily 11am-11.30pm. 16 Dongsi Liutiao (alley number six, 100m west of Chaonei Beixiaojie), Dongcheng District. (6400 5281) 弯弯的月亮,

Oriental Taipan Massage and Spa 1) Daily 11am-12.30am. 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

东城区东四六条16号

Kaorou Ji Daily 11am-11pm. 14 Qianhai Dongyan, Xicheng District. (6404 2554) 烤肉季,

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

西城区前海东沿14号

Xinjiang Islam Restaurant Daily 11am-10 .30pm. Xinjiang Provincial Government Office, 7 Sanlihe Lu, Xicheng District. (6830 1820) 新疆

体北路4号院蕉叶对面

伊斯兰饭庄, 西城区三里河路7号

Xinjiang Red Rose Daily 10.30am-11pm. Inside 7 Xingfu Yicun alley, opposite Workers’ Stadium North Gate, Chaoyang District. (6415 5741) 新疆红玫瑰餐厅, 朝阳区工人体育场北门对面幸福一村7巷内

Yunnan Aimo Town Daily 11am-10pm. Bldg G, 46 Fangjia Hutong (just south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District. (6400 1725) 埃蒙小镇, 东城区方家胡同46号艺术园区 (国子监南临) G座

Dali Courtyard Daily 10am-9.30pm. 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

Hudiequan Guest House Restaurant Daily 7-9am, 11am-1.30pm, 5-8pm. 55 Xidan Beidajie Xixiejie, Xicheng District. (66156583) 蝴蝶泉宾馆中餐厅,西城区西单北大街西斜街55号

In & Out Daily 11am-10pm. 1 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (8454 0086/6467 5235)

Eudora Station Bar and Restaurant Daily 9am-2am. 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)

Exchange Daily 8am-midnight. 1/F, The Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8191) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店1层

Flames 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

Four Points by Sheraton Sun 11am-4pm. 25 Yuanda Lu, Haidian District. (8889 8888) 海淀区福朋喜来登永泰酒店, 海淀区远大路25号

Havana Bar Daily 5pm-1.30am. Grand Millennium Beijing, Fortune Plaza, 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6530 9383) 朝阳区东三环中路7号财富中心

一坐一忘, 朝阳区三里屯北小街1号

Paulaner Brauhaus Daily 11am-1am. Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5732) 普拉那啤酒坊餐厅, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店

pentalounge 6am-midnight (a la carte hours 11.30am-11.30pm). pentahotel, 3-18 Chongwenmenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6708 1188) 东城区崇文门外大街3-18号 pentahotel Plush Daily 7am-1am. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6606 8866 ext 7825) 西城区金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Press Club Bar Daily 5pm-1am. 1/F, St. Regis Hotel Beijing, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6460 6688 ext 2360) 记

R Lounge 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

TicTac Daily 10am-9pm. Suite 2-06, Tower AB, The Office Park, 10 Jintong Xilu, Chaoyang District. (8590 6899) 朝阳区金桐西路10号远洋光

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Redmoon Daily 5pm-1am. 1/F, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Beijing Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6510 9366, 8518 1234 ext 6366) 东方亮, 东城区东长安街1号东

Toni & Guy 1) Daily 10am-10pm. 3 Units, 3/F, Tower 8, South Area, Sanlitun Village, Chaoyang District. (6417 4188); 2) Daily 10am9pm. 1/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6461 8368); 3) Unit 303, Tower C Office Bldg, Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8517 1292); 4) Daily 10am-9pm. 4/F Seasons Place Shopping Centre, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Xicheng District. (6622 0316); 5) Daily 10am-9pm. Rm105-106, Block F, Sunshine 100, 2 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6585 9288); 6) Daily 10am-9pm. 1/F, Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8518 2646); 7) Daily 10am-10pm. Units F4-04 & 05, ECMall, 1A Danling Jie, Haidian District (8248 3435, fax 8248 3301) 托尼英盖, 1) 朝阳区三里

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The Ritz-Carlton Bar Daily 6pm-1am. The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, 83A Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District. (5908 8131) 丽思卡尔顿吧, 朝阳区朝阳区建国路93号华贸中心

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Rendez-vous Bar & Lounge Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 4200) 朝阳区凯宾斯基饭店亮

Lost Heaven A hip new Yunnan restaurant and bar with crowd-pleasing ethnic minority cuisine and great drinks. Daily, noon-2pm,

Origin Spa Daily 11am-12.30am. 2/F, Bldg AB, Lan Chou Ming Zuo, Jiqingli, Chaowai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6552 9599) www.benyuan2011.com 本源, 朝阳区朝外大街吉庆里蓝筹 TATA Daily 10am-10pm. Workers’ Stadium North Gate, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8511 3880) 朝阳区工体北路工人体育场北门

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Huxley’s Shut Up and Drink: Not much more need be said. Daily 6pm-late. Yandai Xiejie (the street running diagonally between the Drum Tower and Yinding Bridge), Xicheng District. (6402 7825) 德彼酒吧, 西城区烟袋

大班保健休闲会所, 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

Scarlett Daily 6pm-3am. Hotel G, 7A Gongti Xilu (in the alley leading to Julong Garden), Chaoyang District. (6552 2880) www.hotel-g. com 朝阳区工体西路甲7号北京极栈内 Soul n’ Pepper Afternoon-late. 4 Xinyuan Xili Zhongjie, Chaoyang District. (6468 8016, Soul-n-Pepper@hotmail.com) 朝阳区新源西里中街4号

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

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BODY & HEALTH Yan BeautiCare Yan BeautiCare is the first body-mind salon with exclusive theories and popular massage techniques to China. Improve your body and mind through unique skeletal adjustment technology (balance correction of the neck and pelvis) to improve the body’s discomfort and promote mental and physical health balance. Professional techniques and perspective, dedicated attitude and responsibility, personalized and customized services. F/53 Rm 5306, Yujin Tai, Bldg 6, Yard 7, East Third Ring Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路7号院6号楼御金台53层5306室

Home Decor Beijing Torana Clean Air Center Air purifiers from Blueair and Alen Air and pollution masks from Totobobo. Free home assessments and delivery. Daily 10am-8.30pm. Unit LB09, 1/F, Europlaza Mall, Shunyi District. (8459 0785); 2) 10.30am-6.30pm. Unit 308, Pinnacle Plaza, Shunyi District. (8046 1091) www. toranacleanair.com/index.html 1) 顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆广场LB09; 2) 顺义区天竺镇花梨坎村南“荣祥广场308室

10pm. 5/F, Household Appliance Area, Youyi Shopping City, 52 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (158 0136 1601, info@iqair-china. com); 2) 10am-8pm. 6/F, Parkson Plaza, 101 Fuxingmennei Dajie, Xicheng District. (157 1286 8485, info@iqair-china.com); 3) Daily 10am-10pm. B1/F, Parkson Plaza Taiyanggong, Bldg 1, 12 Qi Sheng Zhongjie, Chaoyang District, Beijing, Chaoyang District. (157 1286 8454, info@iqair-china.com); 4) Daily 10am10pm. 5/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5738 2401, info@iqairchina.com); 5) Daily 9am-6pm. Rm 1801-03, Air China Plaza, 36 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8447 5800, info@iqair-china.com); 6) Daily 10am-9pm. 4/F, 417 Seasons Place, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Xicheng District. (6622 0179, info@iqair-china.com); 7) Mon-Thu 10am-9pm, Fri-Sun 10am-10pm. B1/F, Golden Resources New Yansha Mall, 1 Yuanda Lu, Haidian District. (157 1286 9044, info@iqairchina.com); 8) 10am-10pm. B2/F, Scitech Plaza, 22 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Beijing, Chaoyang District. (188 1020 5987, info@iqair-china.com); 9) 4/F, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu, Shunyi District. (6457 1922, info@iqair-china. com) www.iqair-china.com 1) 朝阳区亮马桥路 52号燕莎友谊商城5层; 2) 西城区复兴门内大街 101号6层百盛复兴门店家电部; 3) 朝阳区七圣中街12号院1号楼B1百盛太阳宫店生活家电区; 4) 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地5层生活家电区; 5) 朝阳区霄云路36号国航大厦1801-03室; 6) 西城区金城坊街金融街417号四层; 7) 海淀区远大路1 号金源新燕莎商城地下1层; 8) 朝阳区建国门外大街22号赛特购物中心地下二层; 9) 顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆广场4层

(service@zhongjianjuchang.com) http:// zhongjianjuchang.com/ 中间剧场, 海淀区区杏石路65号中间建筑艺术家工坊141

Penghao Theater 35 Dongmianhua Hutong (south gate of the Central Academy of Drama, between Nanluogu Xiang and Jiaodaokou Nandajie), Dongcheng District. (6400 6452/72) 蓬蒿剧场, 东城区东棉花胡同35号(中央戏剧学院南门, 南锣鼓巷和交道口南大街之间)

LIVING Community Groups Atelier Rm 202, Building C, Jinxiu Yuan, Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (atelier@ atelier.cn.com) www.atelier.cn.com 啊特黎尔, 朝阳区朝阳区幸福村中路锦绣园C楼202室

Gift of Hope (service@giftofhope-ysy.com http://www.giftofhope-ysy.com

Education Beijing Mandarin School Rm 904, 9/F, ETower, Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6508 1026) www.beijingmandarinschool.com 北京普通话学校, 朝阳区光华路数码01大厦9层904

Medical Services pital Daily 8am-4.30pm. 9 Fangyuan Xilu, Beijing 21st Century Hospital Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm; 24-hr house call service. 1-2/F, 21st Century Plaza, A40 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8444 6168 (English/Chinese), 8444 6169 (Japanese/ Korean)) http://www.21-hospital.com 朝阳区亮马桥路甲40号21世纪大厦1-2楼

China Self Storage Co., Ltd. Proudly introduces an international industry standard of professionally developed Self Storage, the “Number One Choice”! We provide customized sized storage units with affordable rental prices and flexible storage terms. You are able to access your storage unit free of charge 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We are a member of the American and the United Kingdom self-storage association. Jin’an Building, Tianzhu Huayuan Xijie, Shunyi District 北京万福金安自助仓储服务有限公司, 顺义区天竺花园西街金安大厦 (400 600 6378, info@selfs-

torageinchina.com) www.selfstorageinchina. com

Lily’s Antiques Furniture 1) Daily 8.30am6pm. Gaobeidian Showroom, 69 Gaobeidian Furniture Street, Chaoyang District. Contact Lily Quan (138 0139 6309) (8579 2458); 2) Visit by Appointment. Factory and Warehouse Address, Baimiao industry area, Songzhuang town, Tongzhou District. Contact Lily Quan (138 0139 6309) www.lilysantiques.com 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

Cuccina Founded in 2011, Cuccina is a retailer specializing in quality kitchen furnishings and gourmet cookware. Brands include Le Creuset, Swissmar, Microplane, Joseph Joseph, Typhoon, Eva Solo, Lékué, and more. Cuccina’s product line includes everything a serious cook needs, from pots and pans to knives, cooking tools, silicone and metal bakeware, and more. There are plans to open two more stores in 2013. Daily 10am-9pm. 1) 17 Gongti Beilu (across from north gate of Workers’ Stadium, in the same building as Bodhi), Chaoyang District. (6413 0223); 2) Shop 55, 1/F, Indigo Mall, 18 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8420 0971) 品厨, 1) 朝阳区工体北路 17号（工体北门对面）; 2) 朝阳区酒仙桥路18号颐堤港商场地铁层店铺号LG55

援中心, 朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心一座105室

Beijing International SOS Dental, Orthodontics Clinic Mon-Sat 9am-5pm. Suite 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (6462 0333) www.clinicsinchina.com 北京国际SOS齿科,畸齿矫正诊所, 朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心一座105室

Beijing New Century Harmony Pediatric Clinic Daily 24hrs. K-01, Bldg 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, 顺义区天竺镇丽苑街荣和商业中心19号楼K-01

Beijing Puhua International Clinic Mon-Sun 9am-6pm. 54 Wusheng Beilu, Dongsanhuan, Chaoyang District. (8773 5522, 8911 6665 (24hr hotline)) www.puhuaclinic. com 北京普华门诊, 朝阳区东三环武圣北路54号 Beijing Puhua International Hospital 12 Tiantan Nanli (800m west of the South Gate of the Temple of Heaven), Chongwen District. (8911 6665 (24hr hotline)) www.puhuachina. com 崇文区天坛南里12号(天坛南门往西800米) Beijing United Family Hospital (BJU) Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics (BJU) offers international-standard care to thousands of Beijing’s expatriate and Chinese families. BJU features an international team of doctors from more than 20 countries and since 2005, it has been consistently reaccredited by Joint Commission International (JCI) and the College of American Pathologists (CAP). Since 1997, BJU’s multilingual staff has provided professional expertise with heartfelt care. The hospital and clinics offer a full range of medical services. In addition to departments of family medicine, surgery, pediatrics, and dentistry, BJU has attracted top medical professionals in cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, dermatology, psychological health, obstetrics and gynecology, emergency medicine, integrative medicine, ophthalmology and ENT. Mon-Sat 8.30am5.30pm. 24-hour emergency care. 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5927 7000, 5927 7120 (ER ), fax 5927 7200) www.ufh.com.cn 北京和睦家医院, 朝阳区将台路2号

Beijing Aier-Intech Eye Hospital 15 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 trained overseas. Can direct bill to many international insurance companies. Daily 8.30am-4.30pm. 1,4,5/F Panjiayuan Plaza, 12 Panjiayuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (6773 2700, 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1，4，5层

Beijing United Family Hospital Dental Clinic Provides comprehensive dental services for families, including cleaning, crown and bridges, dental implants, fillings, tooth whitening and more. 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5927 7058) www.ufh.com.cn 北京和睦家医院牙科, 朝阳区将台路2号

CMS Clinic American cosmetic/aesthetic medical services including botox/fillers, laser skin treatments, hair loss/removal, cosmetic surgery and anti-aging therapies for men and women. Free consultations available. Beijing Tower (Chang’an Club Bldg) 7/F, Suite 701, 10 East Chang’an Ave., Dong Cheng District. (010) 6559-6769. www.cmsclinic.com 北京西美斯医疗美容诊所，东城区东长安街10号, 长安俱乐部7层

Hong Kong International Medical Clinic, Beijing 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

Villa Lifestyles Villa Lifestyles has been serving the Beijing community for more than five years. Providing you with quality name brand products backed by great service, they have the widest selection of BBQs and accessories, the Mosquito Magnet, trampolines, IQAir air purifiers, Bissell Vacuums and more. Stop by their Shunyi showroom or visit their website to have a look at what’s new. Daily 10am-9pm. B1/F, 03A Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Town, Shunyi District. (6457 1922, info@villalifestyles.cn) www.villalifestyles.cn 顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆广场地下1层03A

Arts & Culture IQ Air Swiss precision and technology have been bringing air-cleaning solutions inside our homes since 1963. 1) Daily 10am-

Physiotherapy, Dentistry and Orthodontics, Optometry. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat-Sun 9am6pm. Suite 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (Clinic: 6462 9112, 24hr hotline 6462 9100, china.inquiries@ internationalsos.com) www.clinicsinchina. com, www.internationalsos.com 北京国际救

Theaters Inside-out Theatre 141 Inside-Out Art Studios, 65 Xingshikou Lu, Haidian District.

Beijing International SOS Clinic One of the world’s leading international healthcare, medical and security assistance company with 66% of the world’s Fortune 500 companies choosing International SOS. Since 1989, International SOS has led international-standard medical care in China, with a 24/7 alarm center hotline, a dedicated air ambulance, four international quality clinics staffed with expat and foreign doctors and 200+ network of medical service partners. Offers 24/7 Emergency Services, GP, Pediatrics, Gynecology, specialists, Pharmacy, Psychology,

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International Medical Center (IMC) Foreign doctors on-site offering a wide range of

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DIRECTORY medical services, including family medicine, psychological services, dental, Ob/Gyn, pediatrics and TCM. Drop-in services for travelers; x-rays and ultrasounds available on-site. English, Chinese, Arabic and Russian spoken. 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

net) www.vista-china.net 维世达诊所, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心3层

Mental Health Services Beijing International SOS Clinic Family Counseling Center Suite 105, Bldg 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (6462 0333, china.inquiries@internationalsos. com) www.internationalsos.com, www.clinicsinchina.com 北京国际救援中心, 朝阳区新源

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Joinway Dental Clinic Joinway Dental is a leading dental clinic in Beijing. Proficient in cosmetic dentistry and implants; services include preventive dental care, oral and teeth treatments. Striving for perfection from the treatment design to the treatment procedure, and following up patients after all treatments.Also providing more than 20 different international insurance companies direct billing service. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. 11D, Bldg D, Oriental Kenzo Plaza, 48 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8447 6092/93, 132 6181 6708/139 0109 6692 English, joinway@ dentalcn.com) www.dentalcn.com 北京久

里16号琨莎中心一座105室

Beijing United Psychological Health Center (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

汇口腔诊所, 东城区东直门外大街48号银座大厦D座11D

May Flower Dental 1) Rm 03-06, 3/F, Tower 2, China World Office, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 8033, info@mayflowerdental.com.cn); 2) 3/F, Bldg 2, Yingtai Business Center, 28 Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6657 8833, info@mayflowerdental. com.cn) www.mayflowerdental.com.cn 五月花口腔诊所, 1) 朝阳区建国门外大街国贸写字楼2座3层03-06; 2) 西城区金融大街28号盈泰中心2号楼3层

New Century International Children’s Hospital (NCICH) Daily 8am-5pm (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)

OASIS Dental Clinic For dental emergencies, call our 24-hour hospital line at 400 876 2747. Open Mon-Sat 9am-6pm. For appointments call 5985 0305. 9 Jiuxianqiao Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5985 0305) 朝阳区酒仙桥北路9号

OASIS Healthcare Daily 24hrs (emergency care), Mon-Fri 9am- 6pm, Sun 8.30-12.30am. 9 Jiuxianqiao Beilu, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (400 UR OASIS (876 2747)) www.oasishealth.cn 明德医院, 朝阳区朝阳区酒仙桥北路9号

United Family CBD Clinic The United Family CBD Clinic is United Family Healthcare’s (UFH’s) sixth satellite clinic in Beijing and will be staffed by bilingual doctors and nurses who are committed to providing the highquality, international-standard care unique to United Family. Mon-Sat 9.30am-6.30pm. Suite 3017, Bldg AB, Vantone Center, 6 Chaowai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5907 1266) www. ufh.com.cn 和睦家朝外诊所, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号万通中心AB座2层3017室

United Family Jianguomen Health and Wellness Center United Family Jianguomen Health and Wellness Center is a satellite clinic of BJU located in the St. Regis complex in the heart of Beijing's Central Business District. The clinic makes high-quality healthcare accessible to CBD residents and employ-

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Apr 4: Basque Cuisine Night @ Niajo Bask in the delights of Bilbao and its surrounds. ees. It offers integrative medicine, family counseling services, and provides health checkups for immigration purposes. Mon-Fri 8.30am-12pm,1pm-3.30pm. B1/F, The St. Regis Residence, St. Regis Hotel, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8532 1221; 8532 1678 (immigration clinic)) www.ufh.com.cn 和睦家建国门保健中心, 朝阳区建国门外大街21号北京国际俱乐部饭店公寓楼地下1层

United Family Liangma Clinic United Family Liangma Clinic serves Beijing’s diplomatic area, providing internationally-accredited Family Medicine services. A multinational clinic staff of experienced doctors and bilingual nurses will ensure that you and your family receive the highest quality medical care available. Mon-Fri 8.30am-5pm. 2/F, Grand Summit, 19 Dongfang Donglu, Chaoyang District. (5927 7005) www.ufh.com. cn 和睦家亮马诊所, 朝阳区东方东路19号1号楼会所27号（外交人员公寓B区官舍16号）

United Family New Hope Oncology Center The United Family New Hope Oncology Center offers a unique new concept in international-standard cancer treatment. New Hope’s goal is to provide patients with the most up-to-date treatment options from a multidisciplinary team of oncologists, specialist physicians, and healthcare professionals. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. 9-11 Jiangtai Xilu, Chaoyang District. (5927 7008) www.ufh. com.cn 和睦家启望中心, 朝阳区朝阳区将台西路9－11

United Family Shunyi Clinic United Family Shunyi Clinic serves Beijing’s suburban area and international school district with internationally-accredited family medicine, pediatrics, rehabilitation (physical therapy), psychological counseling, Traditional Chinese Medicine, laboratory, and pharmacy services. A multinational clinic staff of experienced doctors and bilingual nurses will ensure that

you and your family receive the highest quality medical care available. The Shunyi Clinic is a satellite facility of BJU. Like other BJU satellite facilities, the Shunyi Clinic strictly adheres to Joint Commission International (JCI) and international infection control standards. Mon-Thu 9.30am-7.30pm, Fri-Sun 9.30am-4 .30pm. Unit 806, Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. (8046 5432, fax 8046 4383) www.ufh.com. cn 和睦家顺义诊所, 顺义区天竺开发区荣祥广场806号

United Family Shunyi Dental Clinic United Family Shunyi Dental Clinic is located in Pinnacle Plaza, just around the corner from the United Family Shunyi Clinic. A multinational clinic staff of experienced doctors and bilingual nurses will ensure that you and your family receive the highest quality dental care available. Like other BJU satellite facilities, the Shunyi Dental Clinic strictly adheres to Joint Commission International (JCI) standards, which enables the Shunyi Dental Clinic to be officially recognized as an international-standard dental clinic. Mon-Thu 9am-7.20pm, Fri-Sat 9am-5.30pm. 818 Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. (8046 1102) www.ufh. com.cn 和睦家顺义牙科诊所, 顺义区天竺开发区荣祥广场818

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. 3/F, Kerry Centre, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (8529 6618, fax 8529 6615, vista@vista-china.

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

IMC Psychological and Family Counseling Services 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

Peking University Sixth Hospital (Institute of Mental Health) Mon-Fri 8-11.30am and 1.30-5pm, Sat 8-11.30am. 51 Huayuanbeilu (100m north of Peking University Third Hospital), Haidian District. (8280 1989 (English), Chinese (8280 1984), dr_tian@126.com) www.pkuh6.cn 北京大学第六医院（精神卫生研究所）, 海淀区花园北路51号（北医三院西侧100米路北）

Vista Medical Center Vista’s mental health care team includes a psychiatrist, two psychologists and a counselor. They offer counseling for interpersonal issues, including marriage, divorce and parenting, emotional disorders including depression, grief, anxiety, as well as stress and anger management. They also specialize in working with children and their families as they navigate expat life in China. They work with individuals, couples, families and groups. Our counseling services are available in English, Japanese, Persian, Hindi and Chinese. Medical prescriptions are available. Daily 24hrs. 3/F, 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3层

EXPLORE Airlines Korean Air 901-3, Hyundai Motor Towers, 38 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8453 8137, 40065 88888) www.koreanair.com.cn 朝阳区霄云路38号现代汽车大厦901-3号

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Beijing Top Rated Car Rental Service Co. Ltd. We will provide you with: * Long/Short term leasing * Daily car service * Sight-seeing car service, Tailor-made car service * Airport-Pick up / Drop off * Sedan (AudiA6, AudiA6L, Passat, Accord, Lacross2.4 ,BenzMB100,Benz Vito, Hyundai) and Buses * Native drivers with good English More information please: Tel.: 86-10-65047266 / 65047256 Tel. For free: 400-004-1910, 13031160727(Eng) Web: www.sxsdcar.com E-mail: Car-rentl@live.com Address: Room 1012 Huaye Center Building B Mid East 4th Ring Road 39 Chaoyang District Beijing

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PEKING MAN

What’s In a Name? How the Peking Man got his name by George Ding

was born, I’m told, on a windy evening in Gongan Hospital in central Beijing. After I popped out, there was the question of what to call this overgrown fetus. My grandmother, an imposing doyenne, suggested the arcane character xiao ( ) and, I guess, no one had a better idea. If you’ll notice, that character is composed of three of these: 白 (bai). Xiao means “bright” or “brilliant,” without the attendant suggestion of intelligence that the words carry in English. Later, I was told that my grandmother picked the name out of the Kangxi Dictionary, which raises several questions: Why did she bring the Kangxi Dictionary to the hospital? And couldn’t she have decided on a name earlier? Also, did Grams pick the name randomly by flipping to a page and sticking her finger down on a word? If that’s the case, I could have just as well been named “river valley” or “colon.” However it went down, I had a name. It was only years later that I realized what a troublesome one it was. *** When I went to America at age four, I had the chance to choose my own name. I was legally registered in the United States as Xiao Ding, but I soon found out, like countless immigrants before me, if your name contains a phoneme not present within the English language, you can bet it’ll be butchered by every Anglophone you encounter for the rest of your life. At home, my parents called me Xiao’r, appending the Beijing curl to the character, but when I entered kindergarten, what should have been pronounced “Hsiao” became “Zee-ow” or, more puzzlingly, “Eggs-aye-oh,” a name worthy of a comic book supervillain. I would try to correct my teachers and classmates, but to my puzzlement, they were unable to produce that particular sibilant. “Shee-ow” was as close as they got.

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So, to spare me and those around me a lifetime of awkwardness, a new name was in order. But which one? To pluck a name out of thin air, without the help of Babynames.com or a grandmother with a dictionary, seemed like a tall order for a 4-yearold, but it was either that or keep telling people, “No, it’s not Eggs-aye-oh.” I first considered my friends’ names – the Michaels, Johns and Kevins of the world – but decided that I wanted something fresh and unique. Even now, I am surprised at my equanimity as a child, for not picking something gimmicky like “Superman” or “Ice Cream.” Days went by. I couldn’t think of anything that really fit who I was and who I wanted to be. Then, inspiration struck. One night, my dad told me a bedtime story about a hard-boiled policeman named George, who rode around on a motorcycle busting bad guys. The next day, in my kindergarten class, I recounted my father’s thrilling tale of the grizzled detective breaking up a gambling ring. My classmates were on the edge of their seats. Perhaps carried by this momentum, I impulsively announced: “And that’s why I’ve chosen my new name to be George.” Needless to say, I’ve regretted it every day since. How was I to know that all the fictional characters named George I’d encounter later in life would taint my perception of the name? First, I heard that there was a character in the Nancy Drew series with my name. Turns out George was a girl. Then there was Curious George, who wasn’t even a human. After that came George of the Jungle. Correct species and gender – but the guy was a dendrophilic buffoon. I would be taunted endlessly with his theme song.

Later, in high school, I’d encounter the demented King George III, the cuckold George Wilson from The Great Gatsby, and the neurotic from Seinfeld, George Costanza. Far from being unique, my name was wellworn – and, by the time I had chosen it, reserved for pitiful louts and comic relief. Even my father, who had named that fateful policeman, later admitted that he borrowed the name from then-president George H.W. Bush. I won’t even get into how embarrassing the name George became after his son was done with it. Why hadn’t I chosen to call myself Ice Cream? Everybody likes ice cream. George wasn’t even the most problematic part of my name. When it came to ridicule, Ding had infinitely more possibilities: George Ding-dong. George Ding-a-ling. George Noding-a-ling. *** And my old name didn’t just go away. My Chinese passport still said Ding Xiao. But in 1989, the year I was issued that passport, the archaic character xiao didn’t exist in any computer databases. Someone had used a pen to write in the character . When I returned to China at the age of 13, the customs officer found this suspicious. He called his supervisor. I was taken into a small room. “Is this your real name?” the supervisor asked. When I told him it was, he asked if I had written in the character myself. After checking my bags and seeing only clothes and stuffed animals, he let me go. Before handing back my passport, he asked, “How do you read this character?” “Take a guess,” I said. He frowned, scrutinizing the three 白 “whites” stacked on top of each other. “Ding Sanbai?” Close enough.