Events and Happenings in the 'Jing This Weekend (Jul 11-13)
Haven't made weekend plans yet? Well, here we've picked out a few things happening in the capital to give you some inspiration! For even more goings-on, and for weekly events, check out our events page...
View Article10+ New Burgers in Beijing To Sink Your Teeth Into
While our Veggie Burger Cup is still ongoing, we have some news for you meaty burger fans! A number of spots around the capital have added some brand new burgers to their menus. From unique fusion...
View ArticleBeijing's Five Architectural Colors and the Symbolism Behind Them
It sometimes seems like the dominant color in Beijing is “Socialist Taupe.” The streets. The bricks. The roads. Getting away from the gray and the beige is hard.That wasn’t always the case. In imperial...
View ArticlePower Bank Air Travel: International Guidance Updates
Last week, we shared some tips and answered some FAQs about traveling with China’s new power bank regulation. However, China is not alone. In what is clearly a growing international trend, airlines and...
View ArticleThree Things for the Week Ahead in Beijing (Jul 14-20)
An exhibition on citrus with drinks to pair with it, free-flow wine on Wednesday and more in the week ahead... See – Everything Citrus Exhibiton at shifter silo Hongxing Hutong cocktail bar and eatery...
View ArticleVeggie Burger Cup: Grab These Deals and Discounts Now
As our Veggie Burger Cup continues, we want to encourage you to get out there and try as many veggie burgers as possible before you vote! One great way to do this and save yourself some money is with...
View ArticleWhy Do So Many Beijing Ghost Stories Happen Around Food?
With Ghost Month a little over a month away, let's explore Beijing's ghost stories—where folklore and food intertwine in the creepiest of ways.It always starts the same way: late at night, a steaming...
View ArticleBeijing's Rooftops & Terraces: Andingmen, Gulou & Beixinqiao
Last week, we took a look at the best rooftops and terraces around Sanlitun and Gongti, and now we’re moving on to the hutongs around Beixinqiao, Gulou and Andingmen. There are countless rooftops and...
View ArticleDay & Night Around Xixinglong Jie
This area, situated between Qianmen Pedestrian Street and Dashilar, is home to small eateries, cafes and shops that blend with repurposed historical blocks and buildings. It’s as much a place to relax...
View ArticleQ MEX Menu Revamped: New Tacos, Burritos, Burgers & More
Since opening back in 2012, Q MEX has become a firm favorite among both foreigners and Chinese alike with their excellent menu, relaxed atmosphere and welcoming vibe. They've won multiple awards over...
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