the Beijinger October 2011 by The Beijinger Magazine

TENTH ANNIVERSARY ISSUE!

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CITY SCENE ECOLOGICAL ECONOMY

生态经济(英文版) 主管单位: 云南出版集团公司

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主办单位: 云南教育出版社

Beijing Folk: Alexandra Pillsbury, age 10 Talk About Town: What’s the strangest anniversary you’ve ever observed? Scene & Heard: Smiling for the camera … plus your chance to win great prizes

Feature: Pigs that aren’t nearly as ﬁlthy as their reputation and rhinos that will do nothing for your health

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Editorial Planning Manager Jonathan White Deputy Editorial Planning Manager Iain Shaw Style and Living Editorial Planner Tiﬀany Wang Music Editorial Planner Michelle Dai Arts & Culture Editorial Planner Marilyn Mai Explore Editorial Planner Lauren McCarthy Dining Editorial Assistant Susan Sheng Contributing Editor Tom O’Malley Copy Editor Lilly Chow Visual Planning Joey Guo Contributors Crystal Ruth Bell, Kaiser Kuo, Chloe Lee, Josh Ong, Edward Ragg Advertising Agency True Run Media 全国广告总代理: 深度体验国际广告(北京)有限公司北京广告代理: 北京爱见达广告有限公司

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17 Years pass, buildings rise and fall, waistlines expand and hairstyles go out of style … but something indelible remains. Take a look at our set of then-and-now photos and see for yourself What’s New: Royal Smushi House, Shake ’Em Buns, Spice Factory, Sushiyano Kagayaki, Amandine, Takenosuke Feature: Ordering oﬀ-menu Taste Test: Vanilla ice cream What’s New: Lantern, Haze, Spark, Bar 19 Party Like A: 2001 bar crawl Clubhouse: Boys Noize Mastermind: Gordon Kutil of Saddle Cantina Have You Met: Arcane Saints Playlist: Shen Lihui Livehouse: Jojo Mayer … plus reviews of Yishi, Tree Music and Good 4 Nothing

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What’s New: Monocle Shop, Paper Pounder Press, Biewutachu Inspect a Gadget: Vintage exterior, digital core Get the Look: Party frocks Atelier: Océ an’ and Christoph Dorego Features: Beijing International Movie Festival (BIMF), Ryszard Horowitz’s retrospective at the 798 Festival, Jon Campbell chronicles Chinese rock history Bookshelf: Jeremy Goldkorn of Danwei.com

59 Q&A: Sport climbing Feature: Where to go shooting in Beijing

Health Feature: What has Beijing done to your mental health? Hands On: Chaoyang Library Retirees English Language Club Q&A: The British Ball

Long Weekend: Okinawa Feature: Around the world within city limits at Beijing’s World Park

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

92 Ich Bin Ein Beijinger: Kaiser says goodbye

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CITY SCENE LIES, DAMN LIES AND ...

Tall, Taller and Tallest Last month, construction began on China Zun, a new skyscraper in Beijing’s CBD. When it is completed in 2016, it will be Beijing’s tallest structure, standing 510 meters high. At over half a kilometer tall, China Zun will tower over Beijing’s current tallest building, the China World Summit Wing. However, if you took all the copies of our magazine printed in the last ten years and stacked them on top of each other, the pile would be 18,000 meters high. That’s equivalent to 35.3 times the height of China Zun!

China World Summit Wing 330m

Yintai Centre 250m

GENERATION GAP I can’t believe I’ve been reading the Beijinger for two whole years.

Two years? That’s That nothing. I remember when it was called

Our tenth anniversary cover was shot by Judy Zhou and designed by Susu Luo. Thanks to all our models.

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BTV Tower 239m

CCTV Headquarters 234m

Jing Guang Center 208m

China Zun 510m

EDITOR'S LETTER

irthdays have never really been my thing, starting when I was very young. I shared a birthday with my next-door neighbor Richard. He had a football party; I bit him and was thrown back over the fence. I can only have been knee-high to a terrier at the time – but that’s no excuse. I spent that particular birthday in the dog house. On my ninth birthday, my father took me to York Minster. Now I like a historic cathedral as much as the next man, but when you’re a kid it’s pretty hard to muster any enthusiasm for a church’s recent renovation. My dad bought me a certificate stating that I was now the proud owner of a brick in York Minster but that they insisted on keeping the brick for the vital necessity of being part of the walls. Worst birthday present ever. My tenth birthday started well. I was fantastically happy as I scrolled through the channels on our dodgy satellite TV to German MTV, where I heard the latest single by XTC. I proceeded to sing it for the rest of the day and in hindsight I can see that I might not have been the best son in the world. The song was called “The Disappointed” and had the catchy hook of “the dis-aaaaaap-pointeeeeed.” I am lucky that I didn’t have my ears boxed or my presents re-boxed by my mum. My 13th birthday coincided with the 50th anniversary of V-E Day. My dad, born less than a fortnight into the Second World War, rightly

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thought that the liberation of Europe from the Nazis was worth celebrating. A joyful crew of elderly people who assembled at my house to eat Coronation chicken and scones while listening to Vera Lynn agreed. I didn’t. I know now that I probably should have. I think my dad wearing a war-issue Military Police helmet might have clouded my judgment. My apologies to everyone whose day has been ruined by my special day – that includes the neighbors who, on my 21st birthday, were dismayed by rival factions of young men disagreeing on leafy suburban streets during the early hours and invited the police to disagree with the rascals on their behalf. You live and you learn and that’s why this year ’s birthday was spent in Origus during torrential rain. No disappointment. No upset. No police. Perfect. Looking back, I really liked being ten and I think now would be a good time to have another stab at a tenth birthday party. This month marks the Beijinger’s tenth birthday and you’re all invited to the party. I can’t promise you jelly and ice cream, but there’ll be no biting, no certificates and no Vera Lynn. See you there.

Jonathan White Managing Editor

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SCENE & HEARD

The Tiger Translate Battle of the Bands Beijing Final rocked Tango on Aug 26. Emitter took home the night’s grand prize of RMB 50,000. Photos by Tiger and Judy Zhou

Ministry of Sound DJ Phil Drummond thrilled the crowd at Xiu on Aug 27. Photos courtesy of Park Hyatt Beijing

Blue Frog was crowned the winner in the Beijinger 2010 Burger Cup, beating Fatburger in the final round. Photos by Judy Zhou On Aug 23, Beijing’s literary community gathered at The Bookworm for the pre-launch of Paul French’s new book, Midnight in Peking. Photos by Marilyn Mai

After a year away, Lantern relaunched with a techno-infused bang at Gongti West Gate on Aug 26. Photos courtesy of Acupuncture Records

Paul van Dyk unleashed a night of trance at Tango on Sep 15. Photos by Jordan Thomas Mitchell

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Ferran Adrià of elBulli took a stroll around Nali Patio’s Spanish restaurants on Aug 23. Photos by Susan Sheng

Daniel Boulud delighted guests with a special menu at Maison Boulud on Sep 7. Photo by Iain Shaw

NBA player Tracy McGrady received a hearty welcome at Marco Polo Parkside Beijing. Photo courtesy of Marco Polo Parkside Beijing Derrick Rose of the Chicago Bulls shot some hoops at the Kerry Centre Hotel, Beijing. Photo courtesy of Kerry Centre Hotel, Beijing

The Royal Smushi House held an exclusive opening party on Sep 4. Photo courtesy of Royal Smushi House

Actor Daniel Wu at Crowne Plaza Beijing Chaoyang U-Town. Photo courtesy of Crowne Plaza Beijing Chaoyang U-Town

Lane Crawford launched its A/W 2011 collections with an exclusive cocktail party on Sep 8. Photo courtesy of Lane Crawford

Vantone celebrated its 20th anniversary on Sep 13. From left to right: Feng Lun, Wang Qifu, Liu Jun, Yi Xiaodi, Pan Shiyi. Photo courtesy of Vantone

Singer Van Ness Wu at Crowne Plaza Beijing Chaoyang U-Town. Photo courtesy of Crowne Plaza Beijing Chaoyang U-Town

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GOING UNDERGROUND

READER LETTERS Got an opinion? We’d sure like to hear it. Email us at editor@thebeijinger. com. Published letters will get you a free bottle of vodka from the lovely fellas at KISS Vodka. Dear editors, I would like to rectify a point about Brazilian food from last month’s issue. The cassava, or manioc root, has many derivative products (different types of flours and starch, sago, biofuel, blalalablalblabla). Although cassava flour and cassava starch both derive from cassava root, they differ in their use. 1) Page 21, paragraph 4, line 11: “The main ingredient is cassava flour,” says Lindauro Luciano Barbosa, explaining how the cheese bread is made. In this case, the key ingredient in the cheese bread is cassava starch. 2) Page 21, paragraph 9, line 7: “... vegetables, cassava flour mixed with bacon, and rice ...” In this case, the cassava flour mixed with bacon is called farofa, a very traditional accompaniment to feijoada and barbecue in Brazil. Some people like adding the pure raw cassava flour to feijoada. Some recipes will call for raw manioc flour to be toasted with butter, salt and bacon until golden brown.

So my point is: I know you cannot change a direct quote, but this is something that very often even causes confusion for Brazilians. Cassava starch gives cheese bread its special texture. While baking, small bubbles of air within the dough expand and are contained by the elastic properties of the starch paste. The cassava flour used in the farofa recipe cannot be used as an ingredient to make the cheese bread, while the cassava starch cannot be eaten raw. Please, if you have any questions it will be my pleasure to explain. I called the chef at Alameda just to confirm I am right! And if you still don’t trust me ... just try to bake the cheese bread with the flour. – Keli We say: Obrigado. We can see why this causes confusion. Perhaps you could clarify matters once and for all by stopping by to cook for us?

DAWANGLU, LINE 1 LEARN

The China Businessman Museum (east of the subway station) is a must for anyone who wants to get ahead. Get schooled by the masters for much less than an MBA will set you back.

SHOP

More of a must-see than Burberry’s flagship store is Dongjiao Market. This sprawling wholesale hub is an Aladdin’s cave of wonder, if Aladdin were to drive a hard bargain and offer a fine line in furniture. More bargains can be found at the Guanghua Lu branches of Select and Jimmy & Tommy Foreign Trade Store. Go with the attitude that you might find nothing, and you’ll

probably come back with some designer bargains. Prepare for a browse.

EAT

You can’t do better than Nobu. Go for the signature black cod and then invest in the restaurant (it’ll make you feel like Robert De Niro). Next door, Shin Kong Place has an excellent food court that is the envy of more parochial shopping centers. The mall also has a Burger King and Hollywood – and with Shake ‘Em Buns close by, you can stage your own burger war.

COLLECT

If you’re lucky enough to win anything in one of our competitions (see p16), then drop by our office.

BEIJING FOLK

ALEXANDRA PILLSBURY BEIJINGER, BORN AND BRED

Just like us, Alexandra Pillsbury was born in Beijing ten years ago and she’s lived here all of her life. She was kind enough to talk to the Beijinger and tell us what a real 10-year-old thinks of our city.

remember about Beijing? I remember when we lived on Fensiting Hutong. There was a friendly parking guy [at the Hebei Fandian] who gave me a puzzle – maybe it was my birthday.

Most people think Beijing has changed a lot in the past ten years. In your opinion, what’s been the biggest change? The number of people in the city.

Have you ever read our magazine? I’ve looked through it – especially when there’ve been photos of my friends in it.

Do you get nostalgic for the good ol’ days? I miss the snow – it seems like we used to have more snow in Beijing. What’s the earliest thing you

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What’s your favorite restaurant in Beijing? Haidilao hot pot. I like the play area and the staff are very kind while you’re waiting. They give you snacks and games. I recommend the tomato broth and the quail eggs. What do you do for nightlife? Watch movies and read books. My favorite movie is Stardust and my favorite book is A Wrinkle in Time. What’s the most exciting thing

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Your tenth birthday’s coming up in November. What gift do you want to get this year? Thank you for asking. I would like to get some new art supplies and a bike that fits me.

Our magazine was born at the same time as you. What gift do you think our magazine should get for its tenth birthday? Two things: a birthday card and a big brunch for all the staff. If you had to explain Beijing to somebody in three words, what words would you choose? Exciting, tasty, cool.

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Do you like living here? Would you prefer to live anywhere else? It would be nice if there were more blue-sky days and less pollution, but, yes, I like living here. I would prefer to live in Orillia, Ontario, Canada, where my granny lives.

that’s happened in Beijing in the past ten years? When all the traffic and pollution stopped during the Olympics. And when the Olympics happened.

TALK ABOUT TOWN

MEMORY LANE

WHAT’S THE MOST UNUSUAL ANNIVERSARY YOU’VE EVER CELEBRATED?

ome stood in deep thought. Others cringed. A handful were shocked to discover how unexciting they were. We sent Chloe Lee to force some brave souls to look back on the unlookable – the past.

“90th Communist Party anniversary.” Wu Fan, 29, US

“Winning the Eurovision song contest.” Ben Charles, 39, UK

“My Turkish friend’s tenth anniversary party for his ownership of a Turkish vineyard.” Michael, 39, US

“One year of being sober.” Dalli, 23, Russia

WOKIPEDIA

PHOTOS: CARLLY CHUN AND FLICKR USER RICEANDWHEAT

R IS FOR … … regan mian 热干面 Hailing from Wuhan, regan mian is one of China’s “five famed noodle dishes.” The noodles are boiled before a thorough draining and drenching in oil. Sesame paste, sesame oil, vinegar and soy sauce are then mixed in, creating a slightly sludgy, slick noodle with a bright, poppy flavor. This dish is less popular in Beijing, where zhajiang mian undoubtedly rules, but is available at Wuhan Reganmian. If you start to crave it as a midnight snack, you can even buy it in instant noodle form. … rou 揉 An ultra-useful verb in the massage chair, rou also carries over to the kitchen, where its primary meaning is “to knead.” For centuries, China’s chefs have k neaded dough by

hand, developing the gluten with every pass and incorporating tiny air bubbles. For perfectly soft mantou, it’s important not to knead too long, as that will create a harder bun with less airiness. ... roujiamo 肉夹馍 The favorite street food of many a Beijinger, this pork-stuffed flatbread originates in Shaanxi. Referred to frequently (and irritatingly) as the “Chinese hamburger,” the humble roujiamo is filled with chopped pork that has stewed in spices such as star anise, aniseed, ginger, chilli and cinnamon. After hours of braising, the meat cooks down into tender, fall-apart chunks dotted with seams of rich fat. Muslim-friendly versions use chicken or beef, seasoned with lashings of cumin.

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ECOLOGY

HOW THE CHINESE ARE PIGGING OUT by Lilly Chow 12

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PHOTOS: CEPOLINA, COMMON TALK, JEFRI ARIES-INRI, PANORAMIO AND PIGPENNING

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lobally speaking, one out of every two mouthfuls of pork is gobbled by a Chinese mouth. China produces about 50 million metric tons of pork per year – and consumes essentially all of it. That amounts to nearly half the global supply of bacon. China also stockpiles pork – the only country in the world to do so; the low estimate of the reserve, which hovers around 446 million frozen pigs, exceeds the combined total of the next top 43 countries. Other countries may battle inflation and rising food prices by tweaking interest rates; China deals with the problem by issuing frozen hogs from its strategic swine reserve, as it did in July of this year. Illegally lean protein If you’ve eaten pork in China, there’s a fair chance you’ll test positive for clenbuterol, an anabolic agent that builds muscle and burns fat; a recent study conducted by a World Anti-Doping Agencyaccredited lab in Germany discovered that 22 out of 28 travelers returning from China tested positive for the substance. Clenbuterol is used as a feed additive by farmers who want to produce the kind of lean pork that can be sold for a premium to healthconscious consumers. Though it can cause nausea, dizziness and heart palpitations when consumed by humans, some athletes and bodybuilders rely on it to both lose weight and bulk up. The pig-industrial complex

Mega-sized hog factories rely on imported feed, and Chinese pigs dine on Brazilian soybeans and American corn. Both crops have a heavy environmental impact; the former is devastating the biodiversity of the savannah and the latter is no friend to topsoil. Just to give you some idea of China’s piggish appetite for these fodder crops: Before 1995, China did not import soybeans; now it commandeers 60 percent of the soybeans traded yearly. Those are the upfront costs of raising pigs. The back-end costs, so to speak, are also environmentally troubling. China is the world’s largest source of methane from manure, and that’s predominantly because of its massive pig farm industry. Globally, pigs are responsible for nearly 50 percent of all manure-related emissions. Before you condemn porkers as incorrigible eco-villains, however, consider this: Unlike cows and sheep, pigs aren’t big belchers of methane. Instead, the emissions associated with pig farming are the nitrous oxide of the fertilizers used to grow pig feed and the carbon dioxide of the fossil fuels released in transport, processing, retail and cooking. In other words, the pigs themselves have a daintier carbon footprint than other livestock. Eco-piggeries The massive global-war ming potential of industrial pork is deeply ironic, considering that truly “green” pig farms are entirely viable. In fact, the family pig was a key player in the integrated agriculture-aquaculture that fed southern China

for centuries. With the rice crop, the fish and ducks in the pond and the omnivorous pigs recycling nutrients between themselves in an elegant closed-loop ecosystem, farmers had no need to purchase feed or fertilizer – nor to mitigate the polluting impact of manure. As a method of farming, this model has been called “the most intensive and productive agriculture in the world before the rise of green revolution crops in the mid-twentieth century.” Admittedly, this type of integrated farming is far better suited for backyards than for the industrial-scale farms required to satisfy the modern appetite for pork. In 2007, China Daily estimated that the average Chinese consumer ate four times as much pork as he did in the early 1990s. So a new era calls for new methods – fair enough. There are plenty of eco-minded pig farmers out there willing to show that pork can be raised sustainably on a larger scale than the mom-and-pop farm. One company back in 2008 showed off an eco-farm whose composting of pig manure used 75-90 percent less water and 30-50 percent less labor than a conventional pig farm. An eco-piggery sponsored by the World Wildlife Fund went even further by using waste treatment to generate renewable energy. By treating 80 tons of wastewater and harvesting 150m³ of methane daily, a single pig farm could thus eliminate 3,000 tons of greenhouse gas per year (the carbon-equivalent of planting 20 hectares of mixed broadleaf forest) and moreover, produce enough biogas for scores of households.

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HORN OF CONTENTION

HOW RHINOS BECAME MORE VALUABLE THAN COCAINE by Lilly Chow

ince the start of 2011, at least 20 rhino heads have been stolen from galleries and private collections across Europe (i.e. in Portugal, France, Germany, the Czech Republic, Belgium and Sweden, the UK). Irish mobsters are said to be responsible for most of the thefts.

At least one British museum was alarmed enough by the recent thefts to strike back preemptively at would-be thieves. Earlier this year, the Natural History Museum at Tring replaced the horns of their taxidermied rhinos with replicas, an ounce of prevention that paid off in August when thieves broke into the museum and went straight for the rhino display. The criminals successfully made off with the horns; we can only imagine their chagrin when they realized that they had stolen worthless resin.

The targeting of antique rhino horns contains yet more irony. Until the 1980s, arsenic was a common preservative used by taxidermists to embalm and preserve specimens for natural history collections; the vast majority of stuffed rhinos in museums are tainted with the toxic chemical. Anybody who ingests powder derived from these stolen horns may actually be poisoning themselves..

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Authorities attribute the thefts to a surge in demand for the powdered rhino horn used in traditional Chinese medicines. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s even an urban legend that a Vietnamese government official recently used the substance to rid himself of cancer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a miracle cure that had not previously been associated with rhino horn powder.

In 2010, the number of rhinos killed in South Africa alone was 333 – nearly triple the losses from the year before and 30 times the poaching levels of the 1990s.

Rhino horn, like human fingernails, is made of “agglutinated hair” (aka keratin), which has been never been proven to have any medicinal value. Highly reputable TCM doctors and organizations in the UK and the US are seeking to educate the public by speaking out against the use of rhino horn as a medicine. They point out that rhino horn was taken off the official medical pharmacopeia (administered by China’s Ministry of Health) in 1993.

The market value of the powdered rhino horn is about GBP 60,000/kg – twice the value of gold and roughly equivalent to the street value of cocaine in the UK. As an artifact, one of the stolen rhino heads had been appraised at GBP 50,000; as medicine, the ground-up horn would be worth four times that much. One wishes that some enterprising Chinese counterfeiter would flood the market with keratin in the form of ground-up fingernails. Sufferers of rheumatism, fevers and gout would get their traditional medicine (and placebo effect) for much-lower prices, and the rhinos could concentrate on struggling back from the brink of extinction.

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FUN & GAMES PEKING PIC

WIN STUFF Win a voucher (worth RMB 520) for The Cut by correctly answering our Trivia Travails. Send us a Peking Pic for a chance to win an RMB 300 voucher for Flamme. Be first to spot this month’s Bogus Ad and win two vouchers (worth RMB 1,316) for I Spa. And there’s a bottle of KISS vodka for all reader letters that we publish. Also up for grabs in this issue:

a Stella Artois gift pack, brunch for two at Westin Financial Street, tickets and CDs for Acupuncture Records’ fourth anniversary, an RMB 250 voucher for dining at the Kempinski Beijing, an RMB 1,000 card for Doing Spa, an RMB 200 voucher for Cornerstone, and an RMB 200 voucher for Ganges Indian Restaurant Email win@thebeijinger.com with your answers. Good luck!

This little chap’s really getting into the swing of things. Photo by Ryan Choe Got a Peking Pic? Send it to win@thebeijinger.com for a chance to win an RMB 300 voucher for Flamme.

TELL US A JOKE

TRIVIA TRAVAILS 1. The Spanish word socarrat loosely translates as: a) smushi bits b) rusty bits c) crusted zits d) crusty bits 2. The owners of Haze used to manage: a) Peter Rabbit b) Welsh Rarebit c) White Rabbit d) Rabbit in the Hat

5. Which six cities house Monocle Shops? a) New York, San Francisco, Tokyo, Beijing, Hong Kong, London b) London, Beijing, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Osaka, Paris c) New York, Tokyo, Beijing, Osaka, Hong Kong, London d) Tokyo, Melbourne, Osaka, London, Shanghai, New York

3. What Italian opera, presented by the NCPA, has been “relocated” to Beijing’s 798 art district? a) L’Elisir d’Amore b) La Traviata c) La Boheme d) Il Barbiere di Siviglia

6. According to expat psychologist Dr. Truman, which is the most alienating place for expats in terms of mental strain? a) Beijing b) the oil fields in the Middle East c) Shanghai d) Anywhere, if you perceive your location as frightening

4. Which of these films will screen at the Beijing International Indie Movie Festival? a) Teenage Mutantland b) Gilles Corporation c) Gillette Corporation d) Piano Fingerings

7. What American novelty is readily available around Okinawa? a) free-refill root beer b) drive-thru liquor stores c) ice cream trucks d) Taco Bell

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 RMB 520 voucher for dinner for two at The Cut’s Prime Rib Night. Email answers to win@thebeijinger.com Answers to September’s Trivia Travails: 1. c) Joy Division 2. d) Simple Table Alleno Yannick 3. a) Russia 4. b) the Badlands 5. d) Jon and Leslie 6. c) a platform for enhancing public appreciation for vintage 7. a) Most assume environmental issues are too big for individual action to have any effect Last month’s winner was Louise Burton.

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Gloria Crawford, PartyInYourShoes.com “What is the name of a snobby knitting university?” “Socks To Be U!” PartyInYourShoes.com reminds us that work might be boring but our socks don’t have to be. Beijing shoppers, email your orders to contact@partyinyourshoes.com for a special price of RMB 80 per pair.

BEIJING THEN AND NOW

FEATURE

Photos by Judy Zhou, Nick Otto, Mary Dennis, Sui, Song Yang, Cong Feng and Nature Zhang

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eijingers, we asked you for your old photos to help us commemorate our ten-year anniversary and you delivered. Our city has certainly changed, hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it? Take a few moments to get misty-eyed at the way we were.

To see more photos and to learn the stories behind these photographs, visit TheBeijinger.com. Our deepest thanks to Adam Pillsbury, Ailish Henehan, Peter Krumme, Paul Bradbury, Natalie Behring, Patrick de Smet and to everyone who submitted photos. CELEBRATING TEN YEARS OCTOBER 2011

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DINING

NIBBLES NEW OPENINGS Triple Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alleno‘s S.T.A.Y (see photo, left) is now open in the Shangri-La at Xizhimen. Review next month. With Spice Factory open and looking like a winner, the d lounge team is readying their next project, Tatami. This Japanese spot should be open this month. If nothing else, you can expect immaculate décor. Bento box specialists Obentos are currently in soft opening, with deliveries restricted to Central Park until their official opening on October 10. You can also eat in at their headquarters. All-conquering Indian restaurant Ganges has opened its latest branch on the second floor of Paddy O’Shea’s. We’re pretty excited about the opening of Meiming’r Shengjian Bao on Gulou Xidajie, which offers Shanghai shengjian (spherical potstickers). Another branch is set to follow in Jianwai Soho. Taiwan-based bakery 85 Degrees has finally opened a branch that most of you should be able to access, at 485 Dongsi Beidajie.

IN THE OVEN

NOW AVAILABLE AT S.T.A.Y: YANNICK ALLENO'S TRADEMARK QUAIL EGGS WITH CORAL SEA URCHIN

CAPITAL BITES

IAIN SHAW IS WORKING ON HIS SIX-PACK

PHOTO: COURTESY OF SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, BEIJING

n October 2001, I was starting my third year at university. My latent six-pack had become indiscernible: too many late-night snacks, purchased to negate the effects of too many late-night drinks. I played football most weekends, at a pace that could generously be described as “casual.” Oh, how times have changed. If I’d picked up this magazine’s launch issue, I’d probably have skipped over much of the dining section. For me, back then, food was something you ate to keep going, not something you thought about. Certainly not something you wrote about. I couldn’t stand TV chefs or shows about cooking. Not even Ready Steady Cook. My outlook has changed a fair bit since 2001, but there would still have been a few restaurants from our very first issue that would have interested me back then. Some of

them are even still open. I’d have checked out Paozi Hotpot City, mainly to find out what hot pot was. This place is still doing good business and pretty decent Sichuan hot pot. One of Beijing’s veterans, Le Petit Gourmand, had only just opened in October 2001, and would have pulled me in with its Gallic charm. There were tales of demolitions on Ghost Street – the name alone would have prompted me to investigate, leading to some more run-ins with hot pot and perhaps my first encounter with kao yu or suantang yu. I’d also have aspired to one day possessing enough cash to visit the then newly-opened Astor Grill. I did achieve the feat of dining there just last month, albeit at the invitation of the St. Regis. (One thing I’ve learned in the past decade is that magazine work doesn’t make you a millionaire). Under the leadership of chef Robert

Conte, Astor is doing some great things. As well as excellent steaks, one amazing dessert on the current menu features blueberries prepared in nine different ways. Pay them a visit if you have the chance. Many of the restaurants we’ve featured and written about over the years have fallen victim to the wrecking ball, misfortune or, in many cases, complete cluelessness about what it takes to run a restaurant. Beijing will continue to be that way. Many of the restaurants we feature in this issue won’t last the next year, let alone the next decade. I’m proud that, in the pages of this magazine’s archives, perhaps they at least have the chance of a footnote in the pages of Beijing history. Assuming the historians of the future bother reading our archives, that is. In any case, enjoy your favorite restaurants while they last. We’ll continue to enjoy writing about them – and we hope you’ll keep reading.

Two new dining options from the K e r r y Ce nt re H o te l t h i s m o nt h . Kerry’s Kitchen is the hotel’s new all-day dining restaurant, with buffet dining in the morning and at lunch and a la carte ordering at dinner. Meanwhile, Kerry’s Pantry is a deli offering freshly baked bread, cakes and more. These replace the Coffee Garden and Bento & Berries.

MIXING IT UP Migas launches a new menu this month, with a selection of seasonally rotated “M arket-Fresh Specials.” Contin uin g with th ei r on e -ye a r anniversary celebrations, they’re also doing a special greatest hits menu from October 17-23. Agua has launched its autumn menu, with rich flavors to suit the season. A few must-tries: black cod with chestnut paste and Catalan salad, XL razor clams with garlic and parsley, and Uruguayan oxtail marinated in red wine. Cutesy Dongsi dessert emporium Xiao Che’s is now selling their delicious shuangpinai out of a Wudaoying Hutong café and a hot dog stall within St. Andrew’s Golf Shop in Sanlitun. Did you k now Oc tober is World Vegetarian Awareness Month? To celebrate, the Punjabi will have a new vegetarian set menu every week throughout this month, as well as two special events: a vegetarian buffet dinner on October 1, and a vegan buffet dinner on November 1.

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WHAT’S NEW RESTAURANTS

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TAKENOSUKE 武之助日本料理 Mon-Fri 5-11pm, Sat-Sun 11am-11pm. Unit 5081, 5/F, Bldg D, Chaowai Soho, 6B Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6431 8238) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街乙6号朝外Soho D座5层5081室

Minutes after sitting down, my party of two was forced to make way for an unscrupulous foursome. We waited 15 minutes for another table. A complimentary omelet offered some compensation, but okonomiyaki, Hiroshimastyle egg pancake buried under fish flakes and savory sauces, is the highlight here. The basic version (RMB 35) is a tasty mashup of cabbage, egg and sprinklings of pork. Also brilliant is the avocado and crab roe salad (RMB 23). Fresh, mellow avocado complemented the “pop” of each fishy egg-burst. Balance out those vegetables with a scalloped bacon, mushroom and potato bake (RMB 28), creamy and yielding beneath a processed cheese slice. Bustling even on a Tuesday, this gem could comfortably fill a space three times bigger, like their old Anjialou digs. At the moment, though, too many punters and not enough seats make this strictly a weeknight spot. Susan Sheng Also try: Jidaiya Syun, Isshin AVOCADO SALAD

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BITE-SIZED BOUNTY E U R O P EAN

ROYAL SMUSHI HOUSE Daily 7am-7pm, upstairs restaurant 11am-midnight. 8 Dongzhimenwai Dajie (north end of Sanlitun Bar Street), Chaoyang District (6416 9664) 朝阳区东直门外大街8号（三里屯酒吧街北口）

t is a truth universally acknowledged that a food writer in possession of reasonable sensibilities will go bananas when you place a Euro-dorable edible before her. Seated in an alcove where floral chintz and Lewis Carroll’s Wonderland cozy up together, I anticipated great things. Unfortunately, my disproportionate excitement only lasted through the “observing” stage.

Standout dishes: Hazelnut meringue, smoked salmon & egg salad smushi Also try: Cafe Konstanz, Modo

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AMANDINE Daily 9am-8pm. B1-330, Sanlitun Soho, Chaoyang District (8590 0586) 朝阳区三里屯Soho B1-330铺

A tr ifec ta of boulangerie, patisserie and chocolatier, French-run Amandine is a quiet spot for your afternoon choco-caramel tart (RMB 25) and a slow cup of Illy coffee. Given that Amandine’s factory supplies bread to Brasserie Flo and Hotel G, their sourdough (RMB 5/roll, RMB 30/loaf ) is predictably excellent – dense and subtly tangy. However, with products shipped in daily from the Shunyi factory, the more fragile pastries do deteriorate. The croissant (RMB 10) is delightfully buttery, but lacks the defining flakiness. Even after two months of soft opening, the bakery suffers from somewhat erratic opening hours – doors were closed to us at 9.30am, necessitating a confused phone call. Still, once you’re in, the vibes are warm and the bread has character – full carbs ahead! Susan Sheng Also try: Queen’s Café

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Smushis are an undeniably cute concept. These dainty, sushi-sized portions of Danish smørrebrød will surely tickle many an aesthetic fancy. Unfortunately, three of the five smushis I ordered erred on the side of bland. My curried chicken smushi held the tang of convenience store packet-curry, while the potato-and-smokedcheese smushi tasted only of the fried onion topping. Edging out ahead was a chunk y, unwieldy meatball and cabbage affair (the “tank smushi”); this was acceptable once it actually got into my mouth. The star was the smoked salmon and egg salad smushi: deliciously moist, delicately flavorsome and a boon to any brunch. Sweets-wise, a fantastically zingy piece of lemon cheesecake was mistreated, the unbaked dessert having been left out on the counter all day. Subsequent visits yielded improvements in an airy, cloudlike hazelnut meringue with delightful chew, and an interesting sandwich range. Royal Smushi House has potential. The three distinct sections of the complex (café, restaurant and bakery) each offer something different. The service is friendly, if not yet knowledgeable. It’s worth a repeat visit – preferably when there are warm smushis and chilled cheesecake. Susan Sheng

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CRISPY GARLIC PRAWNS

ith few notable exceptions, Thai food in Beijing has for years been mired in a quarry of bad puns, elephant statues and bland curries. Refreshingly, Spice Factory brings a few genuinely new ideas to the fray. Most refreshingly, the only trace of Thailand is on the menu. Out with the Buddhas, in with the industrial décor. Yet Spice Factory is intimate and inviting, thanks to solid wood tables, leather seats and great lighting. The menu doesn’t mess too much with the classics. The crispy prawn and pork wontons (RMB 38/six pieces) are tasty, light on the oil and textured with potato and peas. I also tried a generous portion of red curry with shredded duck (RMB 58), which delivered an abrasive kick of spicy and sour, offset with soothing slices of pineapple. I paired the curry with a portion of Chiang Mai fried rice (RMB 38); on reflection, a bowl of plain rice would have allowed the curry sauce more room to soar. There are a few beers (from RMB 35) and a selection of “Thai inspired” cocktails (ie. lots of lemongrass, mint and ginger) from RMB 60. Massive Attack and the Beastie Boys rumble from the speakers. And why not? Spice Factory has hit upon a simple notion: that food needn’t be paired slavishly with the sights and sounds of its “home” culture. The food just needs to be good. I’m not going to say this is Beijing’s best Thai restaurant – not just yet. But they’ve done something different, and done it well. Iain Shaw

INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION THAI

SPICE FACTORY

Standout dish: Red curry with shredded duck Also try: Purple Haze

Daily 6-10pm. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (above d lounge), Chaoyang District (6585 2386) 朝阳区工体北路4号院 (d lounge 楼上)

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SUSHIYANO KAGAYAKI

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU AND RON WU

Mon-Sat 11am-2pm, 6pm-2am, Sun 11am-2pm, 6-10pm. Gaojiayuan South Gate, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District (6431 9866) 朝阳区将台路高家园社区南门（京客隆旁边）

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Sushiyano Kagayaki’s owner also runs three branches of Ba Xi Wei, an affordable izakaya-style joint. This restaurant, which shares a space with Ba Xi Wei’s Lido branch, offers something more upmarket. Let your legs dangle as you sit by the sushi bar to watch the Japanese chef slice sashimi, prepare sushi parcels and grill fish with meticulous yet speedy precision. This is a treat in itself, but you came to eat, so order a platter of sushi to get started. The menu is a handy spotter’s guide, with photos and English names to help you get by. There’s also an excellent tuna dish, fried and served with a grainy green pesto on a bed

of mint leaves. The owner is proud of the sake and shochu collec tion, pointing out several bottles from producers whose operations were destroyed by the Fukushima disaster. If that doesn’t impress you, go back to being dazzled by the chef ’s quiet, purposeful mastery of his craft. Iain Shaw Standout dish: Tuna with green pesto Also try: Geba Geba, Sake Manzo

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SUSHIYANO KAGAYAKI

ROYAL SMUSHI HOUSE

AMANDINE SPICE FACTORY

Fourth Ring Road

Third Ring Road

TAKENOSUKE

SHAKE 'EM BUNS

BACK FOR MORE S PA N I S H

SHAKE IT TIL YOU MAKE IT AM E R I CAN

SHAKE ’EM BUNS Daily 11.30am-10pm. Unit 105, Bldg 4, China Central Place Apartments, 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District (8588 8569) 朝阳区建国路89号华贸公寓4号楼105号

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We also liked the “Hot Chick” – the spicy marinade lends the chicken a smoky, savory tang. A judicious dollop of mayo is a must with this sandwich, and maybe a side of their excellent garlic fries too. Bonus points for the imported soda selection, with rare-in-Beijing options like Cherry 7UP. However, opting for the imported stuff tacks on RMB 10 to the cost of a meal, and if you want to upgrade your fries too (RMB 25 extra for gravy and cheese), the renminbi start to add up. Shake ’Em Buns will benefit from its location amid the apartments and offices of China Central Place, a stone’s throw away from the luxuries of Shin Kong Place. It’s certainly a good lunchtime indulgence for the deep-of-pocket. Susan Sheng Standout dishes: “Hot Chick” burger, garlic fries Also try: Fatburger, Union Bar & Grille

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Tue-Sun noon-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 64 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District (8404 4909) 东城区五道营胡同64号

On a summer day of growling skies, sticky T-shirts and short tempers, thoughts of flight drove us to seek out this little-known slice of the Mediterranean. Inside the glass courtyard, restorative A/C coursed over tables like a levant breeze. Bolstered by good olive oil and the Verdejo grape, we were soon lost to the delusion of deliverance – chewing, chatting and clinking glasses as if on the Catalan coast. But the tremendous squid ink paella (RMB 198 for two) still caught us by surprise. Even though my Spanish companion, scraping the bottom of the cast-iron dish, bemoaned the absence of socarrat (that’s “crusty bits” to English speakers), he had to concede that the flavors were fabulous. Each slick black mouthful was a carnival of

bulbously tender rice and textured cuttlefish, with an earthy richness that lingered long and sweet. Scallops, shrimp and mussels were joyously plump, and we ate the lot straight out of the pan, getting through two dishes of aioli. Rustic coca bread topped with Serrano ham and tomato (RMB 49) and unremarkable calamari (RMB 49) were long forgotten, profoundly usurped by the devilishly dark arròs negre (black rice). A pair of strong espressos eventually snapped us out of our stupor, but a dish this lovely will linger long in the memory. Tom O’Malley Standout dishes: Squid ink paella, garlic shrimp Also try: Carmen, Niajo

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PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU AND RON WU

hen asked what makes people happy, a colleague of mine answered: “Food, sleep and sex.” Assuming that she’s correct, a combination of two of those three could only be a good thing. Enter Shake ’Em Buns, a Hong Kong chain with sexed-up burger names like “The Missionary.” The patties on their sliders (RMB 65 for a “Happy Threesome”) were hefty and generous, almost as thick as the bun. Patties on the regularsized burgers were proportionately chubby, and cooked all the way through. On our first visit, the burgers suffered from a lack of seasoning. However, they seem to have solved those soft-opening problems, with our second trial of their “Cushin’ for the Pushin” (RMB 72 for burger, fries and soda combo) turning up a much richer beef flavor. Daubed with their house -made ranch dressing, it was a thoroughly enjoyable cheeseburger experience.

SAFFRON

Q&A

THE PATTY SMITH

BLUE FROG’S BURGER CUP-WINNING JACKY ZUO by Iain Shaw

s Blue Frog’s senior kitchen supervisor, Jacky Zuo is one of the main men responsible for the Sanlitun Village restaurant’s triumph in the Beijinger’s recent Burger Cup. We asked him about how he keeps standards up. What does your job involve? My jobs are many and varied, but most important is ensuring the food leaving the kitchen is of the right standard every time. We have constant training programs in place. For example, we always train and check that the line cooks cook the meat correctly.

Not at all. I enjoy a burger regularly, and it makes me happy when customers keep coming back to Blue Frog for the burgers. Which is your most popular burger? The Montana burger and Blue Frog burgers – those are our signatures. Which do you prefer? I love the Montana burger. The onion ring is great and the barbecue sauce is finger-licking good! Which is better, McDonald’s or KFC? Both McDonald’s and KFC are what they are and many customers love them. However, if customers prefer a venue with more elaborate service and a good environment, they should come to Blue Frog. We’re opening two more restaurants in Beijing in the next few months.

“YOU HAVE TO KNOW THE MEAT WELL”

How did you end up doing this? I was transferred from Kabb, our sister restaurant in my hometown, Shanghai, because of Blue Frog’s expansion in Beijing.

PHOTO: JUDY ZHOU

Some people would say making burgers is easy. It seems easy, but believe me, it takes a lot of skill and experience to cook a perfect burger. You have to know the meat well and the hot spot on the grill. All this takes a lot of practice. Does working with burgers every day put you off eating them?

How did it feel to win the Beijinger Burger Cup? The competition was exciting, especially with the knock-out system. My wife told me to keep doing a good job for the company. Blue Frog’s new U-Town branch is scheduled to open in late October.

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FEATURE

SECRETLY EDIBLE UNCOVERING BEIJING’S BEST HIDDEN EATS by Susan Sheng

he Da Vinci Code and In-NOut Burger: What do the two have in common? With a technique both cheap and potent, the two sell on the allure of secret. Whether it’s the Holy Grail or “Animal Style” fries, you have to admit that exclusivity brings a gloss of excitement to every occasion. Though the “private supper” and the “underground kitchen” are still embryonic concepts in Beijing, restaurants have taken to the secret menu with gusto. For diners craving something just a little bit different, we found a few of Beijing’s best secret and off-menu items. There are plenty more we were asked not to print – for those, you’ll just have to go exploring yourself. THE INFAMOUS SECRET: HATSUNE We don’t give out a prize for “Beijing’s worst-kept secret” at our Reader Restaurant Awards, but if we did, it’d go to Hatsune’s hidden menu. With consistent innovation and dish-

tweaking, it’s a constantly evolving piccatina al limone sees cheese, lineup of covert fun. It’s also a testing egg and flour forming a gorgeous, ground for new dishes; secret menu crackling crust on chicken breast. We items get upgraded to full-timers ask for it when four-cheese fettucini if they’re popular. Previous gradufeels just too decadent. ates of the secret menu include Hatsune’s Japanese-style burrito THE BARBACK’S SECRET: with spicy chicken teriyaki and APOTHECARY flying fish roe. If you’ve run the Many know Apothecary mixes an full gamut of a la carte Hatsune excellent drink. Some are aware (owner Alan Wong that they also believes in letting EXCLUSIVITY BRINGS A do smashing bar customers expe ood. A select GLOSS OF EXCITEMENT ffew rience the “core” know about offerings first), try TO EVERY OCCASION t h e i r o f f - m e n u an Elizabeth Roll Seventh Ward from their current secret menu. Hash, with three-day cured beef With uni (grilled eel) and a hit of brisket chopped over sweet potato lemon, it’s bright, unexpected and fries, grilled onions and finished very tasty. with a poached egg. Take note: This dish is highly subject to availability THE WESTSIDE SECRET: EATALIA and whether the venue is busy. We Devotees may find it difficult to wouldn’t request it on a Saturday. see beyond the crisp-crusted pizza and wonder fully savor y ravioli, THE MICHELIN-STARRED SECRET: but owner Mario Zaccagnini has a MAISON BOULUD few off-menu stunners behind the The last time we went to Maison counter. His take on the traditional Boulud, we kept count. Number

of times our butter was refreshed: six. Number of times we had to ask: zero. It’s no surprise, then, that their excellent service extends to replicating a few renowned dishes from Daniel Boulud’s Daniel NYC menu. This service is usually reserved for VIPs and known regulars, but salmon season is in full swing and it’s a good time to try your luck. One example is Boulud’s famous whole wild salmon baked in fig leaves and clay. The fig leaves are charred off just before ser ving, lending a smoky, fruity fragrance to the fish. Make friends with General M anager N icolas Socquet and call in an eight-person reservation; this massive off-menu marvel demands adequate notice. THE SOUTHERN COMFORT SECRET: NOLA One year ago, Nola’s old “secret menu” was small – daily batches of dishes such as crawfish étouffée made exclusively for those in the know. They’ve since earned a spot on Nola’s regular menu. These days,

PHOTO: SUI

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MAISON BOULUD'S "SECRET" WILD SALMON

Chef Brandon Trowbridge keeps his covert surprises in the fridge and not on the stove. Unbeknownst to most, Nola makes and sells a comprehensive selection of charcuterie, including pickled eggs, rillette, andouille sausage, head cheese and white boudin. If you’re feeling particularly merry, ask for a traditional New Orleans Hand Grenade cocktail and pull the pin on some powerful Mardi Gras-style drinking. THE CULTURAL SECRET: YOTSUBA The Japanese tradition of omakase is a long-running and complex dining custom; the term literally means to “entrust” one’s dining fortunes to the chef, giving him the freedom to select the freshest daily ingredients and execute some personal flourishes. Though unlisted, Yotsuba’s omakase features incredibly authentic preparation and super-fresh fish flown in daily from Tokyo’s Tsukiji fish market. There’s also a hefty price tag. Be prepared to pay around RMB 800 for sushi and sashimi omakase.

THE HOTEL-RESTAURANT SECRET: BAROLO A ragingly popular special made (secretly) permanent, Chef Gianluca Visani’s squid tagliolini pairs gently toothsome squid-ink noodles with a lobster jus, topped with perfectly fat prawns. Three seconds after it hit the palate, a kick of pepper had us forking up bite after bite. It wasn’t a Sichuan mala, nor a nasally horseradish – just a brilliantly judicious bit of spice that made a good dish into a memorable one. It’s not on the menu, but ask and ye shall receive. THE SOUTHERN-HEMISPHERE SECRET: NASCA CAFÉ This highly underrated pizza-andpanini joint’s proprietor, Liu Wei, used to work at the famous Hell Pizza while studying in New Zealand. When he opened Nasca in Beijing, he brought back his version of one of their pizzas for a local Hell-loving Kiwi. It’s oﬀ the menu, slightly kooky (topped with blue cheese, broccoli and black olives) and named the “Blue Belle.”

PHOTO: COURTESY OF MAISON BOULUD

UNLOCKING THE SECRET MENU Become a regular The best way to find a new secret is just to ask, especially if you can show that you’re knowledgeable about food. Owners trust their regulars, and chefs love feedback from their repeat customers; after all, they’re the ones that keep coming back. Create a reason for the joint to open up to you. Ask Be curious (but not irritating) when you ask for something special. It never hurts to inquire after variation and innovation, but if the kitchen says no, don’t press the issue.

Go when it’s quiet Managers, waitresses and chefs are always happier to discuss something different an hour after the lunch rush. Picking a slower time to make your request may make all the difference. No backseat driving Do disclose any food allergies and insurmountable preferences, but remember to keep an open mind. Dining off-menu is all about letting someone else take the wheel.

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LAST ORDERS of mine. The decoration is elegant without being pretentious, the staff amazingly efficient and the food outstanding. Chef Guo Xinjin prepares imperial-quality treats for common mortals in a locale that could pass for a museum.

BADR BENJELLOUN MUSIC BLOGGER EXTRAORDINAIRE by Iain Shaw Every month, we ask notewor thy Beijingers to imagine their final meal before leaving the city for good. This month’s host: music blogger Badr Benjelloun of BeijingDaze fame.

The venue I’d most likely have a cozy extravaganza at Guoyao Xiaoju, a Tan cuisine gem hidden in the hutongs that could host some 30-odd friends

The starters Guoyao Xiaoju’s own rich and delicate black chicken soup combined with Najia Xiaoguan’s crispy fried shrimp and smoked duck would be perfect to get this started. All three are unique, mouthwatering dishes I’ve marveled over many times. I’d throw in Mosto’s shrimp Napoleon with avocado tartare for good measure. Finally, we’d add some homemade foie gras from Brasserie Flo’s chef Bertrand Combe. We’d wash all this down with some excellent mijiu from Yunteng Shifu. The main courses I’d opt for a cacophony of tastes. Start with the Beggar ’s Chicken from Wumingju, and add gongbao jiding from Little Chuanban. Venison stew from Najia Xiaoguan and some chuan’r and kao baozi from the restaurant in the Kashgar representative office. All would be worthy accompaniments to generous pours

of Sangre de Toro. The fondue from Pure Lotus would be a fitting finish. The desserts I’m not big on sweets, but no matter how full I am, I will always have room for chocolate lava cake from SALT and Chef Guo Xinjin’s egg tarts. Also, an assortment of spiced rums courtesy of Salud, and Moscato from Torres. The drinks I’m a big fan of Paul Mathew (formerly of Flamme) and Stephanie Rocard (Mao Mao Chong), so I’d love to have those two entertaining the guests with exciting and uncommon tipples. I would also have Torres handle the wines. The music It would be befitting to have the lovely Wu Fei playing the guzheng as everyone indulges in the feast. Any other entertainment? After the meal, gather the troops and head over to 2 Kolegas, where Black Cat Bone, Xie Tianxiao and DH & the Hellcats would rock our bones! Read more of Badr ’s musings at www.beijingdaze.com.

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GRAPE PRESS

DECANTING THE YEARS

WHAT A DIFFERENCE A DECADE MAKES by Edward Ragg

surprised to learn that wine imports grew by 60 percent in 2010 alone. And with increasingly knowledgeable palates, especially in Beijing, again it’s no surprise the thirst for a wider range of wines should follow. But the big changes? Nowadays, wine education is no longer purely given lip service, and WSET (Wine

ONE TO QUAFF 2009 Schloss Gobelsburg Grüner Veltliner, Kamptal, Austria (RMB 250, EMW) Available at Maison Boulud, LMPlus The grape that put Austria back on the map – this is trademark Grüner Veltliner. Medium green-gold in color, the nose offers green apple, lemon citrus and white pepper. Medium-bodied with refreshing

medium acidity, lovely fruit and impressive length. ONE TO SIP 2009 Veiga Serantes, Rías-Baixas, Spain (RMB 297, The Wine Republic) Available at Transit, Doubletree by Hilton, Beijing Albariño is the grape variety of RíasBaixas in northwest Spain. Medium green in color, the nose has attractive green apple, white peach and floral aromas backed by refreshing high acidity and nice length on the palate. ONE TO SAVOR 2004 Cortes de Cima Aragonêz, Alentejo, Portugal (RMB 466, Wine Culture) Available at Capital M, Grand Hyatt Beijing From one of Portugal’s new-wave producers, this Aragonez (aka Tempranillo) is dark garnet, with savory oak, dark plum fruit, supple tannins, lifting acidity and great length.

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

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE SUPPLIERS

ack in 2001, the vast majority of wines available in China were Chinese. A decade on, although Chinese wines are still the greater force, a far wider range of imported wines from many more countries is now available. Certainly, with a growing audience for wine, no one would be

& Spirit Education Trust), the main internationally recognized provider, is leading the way in China. Food-and-wine matching involving international wines and Chinese cuisines is also on the up. Consumers have become more savvy about counterfeit wine, and even the rise of La Fei (Lafite) has reached its peak for some. Chinese wines too have improved, spearheaded by Shanxi’s Grace Vineyard. This I know for sure: None of this month’s recommendations were available in China ten years ago.

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TASTE TEST

VANILLA NICE D

AN ICE CREAM MELTDOWN

on’t scoff about how we’re doing this out of season. Unless you’re a TCM fundamentalist, you probably eat ice cream when it’s cold, too. And what better ice cream to taste-test than vanilla? Let battle commence …

Häagen-Dazs (81g, RMB 32.8)

Allans (162g, RMB 24.9) “Bloody hell. This has got aniseed in it” “There’s a topnote of Play-Doh” “Horrible” “It tastes like ouzo. It’s like a Greek frat party trick” “I think Google Translate let somebody down badly when they searched for ‘vanilla’”

“Silky and melty” “This is ice cream for people who like Splenda” “A sugary aftertaste that doesn’t feel completely wholesome” “You know when people go into shops in Rome and they’re holding hands, and they get ice cream thinking, ‘Oh, it’s so romantic’? This is what they get. Generic European ice cream” “I’d probably eat several boxes of this, but I know this isn’t good”

Snow Gentleman Miracle (285g, RMB 18.6) “Whiter than a freshly washed polar bear. And tastes like the polar bear needs a dentist” “It’s like soft serve’s thuggish older brother” “From the milk of a cow raised on cotton candy and caramel” “This is not Wagyu milk” “It tastes like those fake Werther’s Originals or strawberry swirl candies. It’s certainly sweet enough”

Baxi (283g, RMB 15.5) “A big, sticky shot of caramel” “Tastes like frozen, melted butter” “Leaves a sordid sensation” “I’d eat a box of this, then blame it on Bridget Jones” “My tongue feels really heavy after this”

Mengniu Deluxe (245g , RMB 17.5)

Meiji Yummy (125g, RMB 10.9)

“The ﬁrst taste ... is of ice” “It’s like somebody made ice cream out of breakfast. As if Goldilocks had lived in the North Pole with the three polar bears” “Something you’d brand by putting a picture of a cottage on it” “There’s a hint of caramel to it” “Not too sweet, good ﬁrm texture. Would pair beautifully with cake”

“Smells like wet castor sugar” “Amusement parks and cotton candy without the popcorn” “Yes, very carousel … You can practically hear the music” “This makes you want to toss rings over something. And fail” “Instant gratiﬁcation, then the slow realization that there’s no such thing as a free lunch”

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For various reasons, Allans, Häagen-Dazs and Baxi all flopped. Snow Gentleman Miracle (great name) and Meiji’s Yummy were a little too sweet for our refined palates, making the subtler, creamier Mengniu Deluxe our shock winner. A food scandal is probably just around the corner.

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DURTY TOKYO IRISH BARS HAVE SECRETS, TOO by Susan Sheng

ntering Durty Nellie’s, I realized two things. One: I had eaten in that dark , unabashedly masculine Irish pub on some previous tipsy evening. Two: They’re mighty fond of that band Westlife in there. Could such an establishment possibly coexist with a Japanese restaurant? The eater y in question, New Tokyo, occupies roughly a quarter of the Nellie’s space, but has no outside signage. Instead, New Tokyo marks its territory with jacquard-covered booths and stacks of impor ted Japanese beer. They ’re so busy, however, that customers spill out into Nellie’s proper even on a Monday night. I accepted a menu (no English, sadly) from the Japanese proprietress and counted the number of fellow females. Ratio of men in suits to female customers is about 25:1. Not a hot nightspot, then. Appetizer-wise, do not succumb to the super-cheap. As the King sang, only fools rush in. The tofu (RMB 5) still bore the ridges of a plastic container, topped with bonito flakes that resembled and tasted of parchment. I looked enviously upon a perfect mound of potato salad (RMB 20) one table down. Most diners have their heads buried in big bowls of rice or noodles. For these

guys, this is a place for an everyday Japanese meal. Taking this to heart, I paired the very popular fried chicken and turnip (RMB 30) with a plate of curry and rice (RMB 30). Kicky and juicy, it was a potent combination. The chicken doesn’t quite soar to euphoric Kentucky heights, nor will it satisfy Panko addicts, but it’s fresh and flavorsome. The curry itself is also executed well, with onion and pepper adding color and crunch to a sauce that’s deliciously heavy on the cumin. New Tokyo is wonderfully strange. It makes one want to learn Japanese, if only to read the drinks menu, and to watch Lost in Translation again. I wouldn’t be surprised if it eventually cannibalizes its Irish host. Let me be the first to suggest they rebrand as “Durty Tokyo” and get a karaoke system. I’ll be there, ripping out “Brass in Pocket” like the Pretender I secretly am. New Tokyo. Mon-Fri 5pm-1am, Sat-Sun 11am-1am. B1/F, Durty Nellie’s, Liangmaqiao Flower Market, 8B Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District (135 5278 7174) 朝阳区东三环北路乙8号亮马花卉市场爱尔兰酒吧内地下1层

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A TASTE OF HOME

GREECE

MEDITERRANEAN MARVELS AT ARGO by Iain Shaw

ccording to Argo owner Vangelis Fakistra, “The four things that we can find in any traditional Greek dish are olive oil, bread, cheese and beans.” If Beijing’s avenues were aisles in a supermarket, would the shelves be reasonably well-stocked for the Greek restaurateur? Vangelis runs through his shopping list of essentials: “Olives and olive oil, yes. Greek cheese. Not so easy, but possible to find. Beans – some of them. The exclusively ‘Greek’ types of bread are harder to find.” Greek Embassy press officer Eleni Moutsaki, our host for the day, is also positive, telling us: “I cook at home, and I cook mostly Greek.” Eleni starts us off with a lesson in nutritional economics. “Traditional Greek food is derived from necessity. People were going to the fields to work, so they needed combinations that were easy to transport yet highly nutritious.” Tiropitakia (cheese pie, RMB 35) and “Cretan tacos” (RMB 35) are just two dishes on Argo’s menu that would be ideal after a day working the land. The tacos (filled with tomatoes, cheese, olives and olive oil) are tasty, but as Vangelis notes, they’re not quite the same as they would be at home – paximadi, the dried bread traditionally used in Cretan tacos, is nonexistent in Beijing.

While some Greek dishes tell a simple tale of agrarian necessity, others reflect the country’s turbulent history. “I think it’s of Ottoman origin,” Eleni begins, introducing Argo’s moussak a (RMB 70), possibly the best in Beijing. “After being under Ottoman rule for four centuries, Greek culture has in many aspects absorbed a certain Ottoman influence.” Vangelis reckons Greek food reflects an Arabian influence more so than the Ottoman legacy: “You find baklava in Syria.” Argo’s sweet, sticky baklava (RMB 28), made of phyllo pastry, nuts, honey and cinnamon, soon leads us into the realm of cultural symbolism. “Desserts are combined with the more festive aspects of Greek life,” Eleni tells us. “After weddings, the parents of the bride and groom will serve them honey and nuts, representing the hope that their life together will be sweet.” The talk of festivities soon moves along to Greece’s aniseed-flavored national drink. “Before lunch and dinner, we’ll offer guests ouzo as an aperitif, served with mezzes,” Eleni explains. “Sometimes you’ll go out just to drink ouzo and eat mezzes – usually that will end up with you eating more than lunch!” Ever since a friend and I sunk a bottle of ouzo between us at a festival, I’ve felt a kind of bond with ouzo. Ouzo and I, we’re like

the aftermath of a one-night stand. We don’t see each other much (nor should we), and when we do it’s a bit awkward, but it’s hard to forget that we had a lot of fun together. Eleni places seafood at the top of her mostmissed list. “The problem is we have a lot of dishes based on smaller fish from the Aegean Sea, which you can’t find here at all.” Luckily for her, she was going back to Greece the very next day. “When I go home, the first thing I’ll eat will be fish. I’ve already ordered fish for Friday!” she says with a smile. Vangelis also misses fish, along with the variety of cheese you’d find in Greece. For him, the challenges are simple. “The problem with Greece is we have many small producers, and you can’t export from that basis. We have many excellent wines and cheeses, but they can’t produce in the quantity you need to export. They say ‘Oh, China, how can we do that?’” Perhaps Mediterranean lifestyles can’t be exported. As Vangelis says, “The country is officially in crisis, but when I went home, the tavernas were full. We like a good life, and that will never change.”

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Argo. Daily 11.30am-11pm. 59 Wudaoying Hutong (100 meters west of Vineyard Café), Dongcheng District (8403 9748) 东城区五道营胡同59号

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FIRST ROUNDS The James Joyce is a new “Irish” bar from the owners of popular late-night liquor store Paradise CVS. It looks like it could be a decent spot, even if it’s not really Irish. If you get hungry, there’s an affiliated 24-hour chuan’r restaurant next door. Kro’s Nest is now open in Sanlitun, on the corner between Salsa Caribe and d lounge. They’re discounting a different beer daily to only RMB 20, the opening hours will be more “Sanlitun” than those at Kro’s Xiaoyun Lu branch, and there’ll be a Tuesday night quiz.

COMING UP Expect the new and improved Centro to reopen this month. Electro fans were disappointed when Dim Mak Records boss Steve Aoki canceled a Beijing date earlier this year. But he’s making good on his promise that he’d eventually make it – he’ll play Yugong Yishan on November 5. As winter looms, Q Bar will once again be pushing its “Q Boxes,” heated booths out on the terrace that allow you to close the doors, plug in your own iPod and imagine yourself someplace more comforting.

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TALKING PINTS IAIN SHAW MISSES HALF AND HALF

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t’s October 2001. You are 25 years old, and you’ve just arrived in Beijing for a year of teaching English at Chegongzhuang No. 2 Middle School. You’ve already realized that you don’t really want to meet your language partner in the evenings (he’s a “he”), and decide to hit the bars. But, aside from feeling confident that Chegongzhuang is not the epicenter of Beijing nightlife, you have no idea where to begin. A colleague takes you to a place called Sanlitun, where you stumble across a copy of a newly launched expat magazine. The nightlife column carries rumors of an upcoming North African bar on Chunxiu Lu (apparently Beijing has “seen a few African-themed bars in its time”), a Playboy Playmates party from Montrose Food and Wine, and an upcoming visit from techno legend Laurent Garnier. Down in Yunnan, a rave is being held on October 1-2

at Kunming’s Stone Forest, starring DJs called Yang Bing and Weng Weng, and a guy called Cui Jian. You remember your Lonely Planet said this chap is something like the “Godfather of Chinese Rock.” You ask your students: None has ever heard of him. In years to come, you will never hear any of Cui’s music or see him perform live, though magazines and foreign correspondents writing about “China’s burgeoning rock scene” will continue to bring up his name from time to time. You decide to check out one of the just-opened spots featured in this new listings rag’s “What’s New” section. Actually, they all sound a bit crap: a teahouse, a Tibetan place, a cigar bar and a “faux 1920s Shanghai“ bar. You opt for Tibet Potala Restaurant and Bar. It’s rubbish, but you appreciate the ethnic chic. You imagine yourself going to Lhasa one day, because you are

interested in Buddhism. Years later, you will admit that you were never actually interested in Buddhism. You will never go to Lhasa. From the October 2001 listings, you guess there isn’t much going on in this city. Either that or these magazine cats aren’t as plugged-in as they should be. You make a note to check out the Cross Dressing Fashion Show, held four times weekly at Half and Half. October 2011. You stayed. You’re 35. You’re vaguely successful. You got married – kids too. You don’t own your own place, but you’re working on it (at least, your in-laws are). Most importantly, you’re still reading that expat rag. We thank you for that. Now take a look at what’s going on in nightlife this month, get out and enjoy yourself. Beijing’s more fun than ever – even if you secretly long for the return of crossdressing nights at Half and Half.

Tun is under new management. Hopefully they can do something to bring life back to this once-popular bar. With Great Leap Brewery’s production capacity enhanced exponentially by the launch of their Mutianyu brewing operation, they’ve taken the next logical step and started selling to other bars. You can drink Great Leap in Paddy O’Shea’s, The Brick and Black Sun, with more bars to follow. Having been stranded at customs for at least a month or two, the stock of Terra’s new rum bar should be available this month. Beer Mania’s long-awaited foosball table has arrived. The first of a series of monthly tournaments will take place on October 10. Call the bar to register your team (two to six players).

BALLS The Rugby World Cup is drawing to a close, with the final on October 23. T h e a c t i o n c o n t i n u e s a t Pa d d y O’Shea’s, The Den, Frank’s Place, The Stumble Inn, The Green Cap, The Irish Volunteer, The Black Sun, Pomme O’Shea’s, Paddy’s Pitstop, Havana Bar and Danger Doyle’s.

LAST ORDERS Factor y has closed, leaving only Revolution on the once-thoughtt o - b e - p r o m i s i n g Ya s h o w We s t “bar strip.” The search for the “new Beiluogu Xiang” continues.

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WHAT’S NEW BARS & CLUBS

BAR 19 Tue-Sun 6pm-2am. B1/F, Tangla Hotel, 19 Fuxingmenwai Dajie, Xicheng District (5857 6688 ext 6819) 西城区复兴门外大街19号唐拉雅秀酒店地下1层

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If you’re reading this from Beijing’s east side, there are other venues featured in this magazine that will be of more interest to you. If, however, if you live on the west side and have long since graduated from Wudaokou’s cheap thrills, this is a solid option. Though heavy on fluorescent lighting, the central bar is handy for grabbing a stool and watching Venezuelan house band Harmony sing in English, Chinese and their native Spanish. Alternatively, you can duck into the more sedate lounge. In these enlightened times, the beer selection (RMB 40-50) could be broader, but the cocktails are both plentiful and well made. The “Yashow Cooler” presumably has nothing to do with its shopping namesake, but you’re safer with one of the Tangla trademark mixes (RMB 80) or classic cocktails (RMB 60). Iain Shaw Good for: Westside drinking

LANTERN 灯笼 Thu-Sat 9pm-late. Gongti Xilu (east side, 100m north of Workers’ Stadium West Gate), Chaoyang District (135 0134 8785) 朝阳区工体西路(工体西门往北走100米)

o The House, fun while it lasted, didn’t transform Beijing nightlife. Part of the problem was that we believed it could. So let’s avoid making similarly outlandish claims for Lantern – what matters is that Beijing has one more decent electronic music venue. There are welcome echoes of the original Lantern in the function-over-form design. The sound system is OK, though the lighting could use more tricks. The usual challenges remain, but at least new Lantern offers tentative responses. How to balance busy weekends with quieter weeknights? A 700sqm space, long and slender, that can be partitioned at the center. This way, Thursday night at

Lantern should feel like an intimate lounge rather than a deserted subway station staffed by a DJ playing techno. How to make money in a city wary of cover charges? A minimum RMB 1,200 spend for reserving the tables and bed-style booths is a start. They should also invest in improving the bar and upping the drink quality – maybe even recruit a well-known bartender to help with drinks. With Lantern, Haze and Tango, the seeds of an electronic revival are in place. The potential is there. But slowly, slowly. Iain Shaw Good for: Electronic music, after-hours dancing Also try: Haze, Tango

HAZE Thu-Sat 9pm-late. B1/F (basement of On the Corner Cafe), Guanghualu Soho, Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区光华路光华路Soho地下1层

Good for: Dancing, electronic music Also try: Lantern

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Mon-Fri 10pm-2.30am, Sat-Sun 10pm-4am. Unit B108, B1/F (below Zara), The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District (186 1841 5929) 朝阳区光华路9号世贸天阶地下1层B108室

Longtime Beijingers may wax nostalgic about Song Music Bar & Kitchen, the artful electronic venue that once occupied this basement space. Wait until they meet its shiny new replacement, which teems with Beijing’s better-looking twentysomethings. As with Spark’s sister club in Taipei, there is a translucent dance floor, crowd-pleasing hip-hop and R&B, and some housier electronic tunes. Pricier drinks (from RMB 60) and tables (from RMB 3,000) keep the younger Vics crowd away. There’s no cover charge yet, though we’re guessing this won’t last for long. But can Spark maintain its sheen after the initial buzz dies down? With Haze now open down the street, the prospects look good. Just one word of warning – beware the laser-lit entrance. Tiffany Wang Good for: Rekindling old and new flames, late-night dancing Also try: Latte, Vics

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF ACUPUNCTURE RECORDS, HAZE, TANGLA AND SPARK

Like its local rival Spark, Haze is located in an area that isn’t a traditional nightlife hotspot. But the same could have been said of the venue that made the Haze crew’s name, the original White Rabbit on Lucky Street. If the crowd comes (and the taxis come to take them home), this stylish, minimalist basement will undoubtedly become one of Beijing’s few decent electronic clubs. The dance floor is hemmed in by the DJ booth and a small bar (drinks from RMB 35). There’s limited seating, but shouldn’t you be dancing anyway? Resident DJs include stalwarts like Yang Bing and Thomas Gaestadius, though you can also expect visiting DJs from global electronic capitals. Back to location, then. Yes, it’s a challenge. But Haze has the right credentials. Spark is already proving a hit, and the pair could potentially feed well off one another. Go on, Beijing, surprise us. Just this once. Iain Shaw

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CLUBHOUSE

NOISY BOY BOYS NOIZE STRIKES BACK by Iain Shaw

f you were at Tango last time Boys Noize came to town, you’ll probably already have your ticket for his return visit. We spoke to the electro icon, producer and founder of Boysnoize Records about David Lynch, Prince and his secret soft spot for George Michael.

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Your Beijing set last year was one of 2010’s highlights. How are you going to improve on that? For me, it’s easy to improve because I always try to play new music – I’ve got a lot from myself and Boysnoize Records, plus there’s a lot of other great new music out there.

singing “Personal Jesus” without any effects at my studio gave me goosebumps. Who’s still out there that you’d like to remix? Prince or Elvis, maybe? And anyone who you would refuse to work with? Haha, too many to count. I have to say “No” more often than “Yes.” Name one album you secretly love, but would never admit to enjoying. H mm. M aybe Faith by G eorge Michael.

Earlier this year, you remixed a I want to start a record label. track by David Lynch. Did you What advice would you give me? feel under pressure to make it Don’t do it. “weird” in the style “DAVE GAHAN’S What have been of a Lynch film? No, not at all. It just three favorite VOCALS GAVE ME your happened to end up tracks Boysnoize GOOSEBUMPS” Records has put out “weirder” than my regular remixes. I could this year? have gone straight 4/4 epic house “Amatilda” by Jan Driver, “Knight remix, but that would have been Moves” (DJ Koze Remix) by Gonzales too easy. and “Music is Awesome” by Housemeister. Which David Lynch character would you be? You’ve already achieved so I’d be the Mulholland Drive itself, so much and you’re not even 30. I’d know what happens in that film. Where do you want to be by the time you’re 40? You’ve remixed a huge range Haha, I don’t know, man. What I’ve of artists. Which meant most to learned is that you can’t plan too you? much. I just hope that everything I t was a big deal for me when stays like it is right now. I remixed Depeche Mode. Just listening to Dave Gahan’s vocals Boys Noize plays Tango on Oct 27.

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BACK-IN-THE-DAY BAR CRAWL LIVE IT UP LIKE IT’S 2001 ALL OVER AGAIN by Jonathan White

n October 2001 Beijing had nothing like the nightlife options it has now. The “better-looking twentysomethings” of the time would have told you to go to one of two areas for a night of making merry – Sanlitun North Street or Sanlitun South Street. Sanlitun North Street (or Sanlitun Bar Street

as we know it now) has not changed noticeably but South Street has gone to bar heaven; in its place stands the towers of Sanlitun Soho. However, the spirit of South Street lives on. Here’s a pub crawl to pay homage to those groundbreaking institutions of drinking. Bottoms up.

Frank’s Place (Lido) What we said then: “One of Beijing’s earliest bars, Frank’s Place has kept its ‘All-American’ image going since the late 1980s.” What we say now: That ‘All-American’ image has been amped up by its latest owner, John of Goose & Duck legend. Frank’s Place is still going strong. Drink: We stated back then that there was a good selection of beer on tap and we stand by that.

Nashville (Lucky Street) What we said then: “Nashville has been in business since the start. The music, as the name suggests, is good ole’ boy country with some pop and rock thrown in to boot.” What we say now: Those good ol’ boys have stuck to the task admirably. Nashville is one of Beijing’s hidden gems. Drink: We mentioned none of their drinks back then, but it’d be rude not to drink their whiskey.

Durty Nellie’s (Laitai Flower Market) What we said then: “The long time Sanlitun South Street staple packs in the crowds, especially on weekends.” What we say now: The crowds may have gone but they still specialize in Guinness. There’s also the interesting addition of a Japanese restaurant (see p41). Drink: Guinness (RMB 50 in 2001 and an inflation-friendly RMB 50 now).

Hidden Tree/The Tree (Sanlitun) What we said then: “Cozy and laidback, the predominately working-stiff crowd keeps going back for their unrivalled selection of gourmet beers” What we say now: The gourmet beers remain but the steaks have been replaced by one of Beijing’s best-regarded pizzas. The Tree empire has expanded to include The Tree, Nearby The Tree and By The Tree. Drink: Chimay, Duvel, and Hoegaarden were the beers we raved about. Have one per Tree outlet.

Huxley’s (Houhai) What we said then: “Huxley’s unassuming interior reflects its down-to-earth prices and studentfriendly drink prices.” What we say now: Huxley knows what people want: cheap drinks. The concept is still going strong and the interior has gotten even more unassuming. Drink: Rum and coke (RMB 10 in 2001 and still RMB 10 now). Have a couple.

Black Sun Bar (Chaoyang Park West Gate) What we said then: “Looking like a bar straight out of Austin, Texas’ 6th Street, the Black Sun Bar is a typical American ‘college bar’ with a southwestern theme.” What we say now: Now under new management (who wouldn’t know a southwestern theme if it hit them with its banjo), the bar remains a cheaper option. Drink: Rum and cokes (RMB 15 in 2001) are currently RMB 20. The RMB 5 Tsingtao days are over.

Ten Tracks from 2001 to Listen To

Rules of the Game

Ten Talking Points from 2001

For authenticity, all of these songs should be downloaded from Napster

You may use a bicycle for transport. 2 You can only use subway Lines 1 and 2. 3 Mobile phones are permitted, but no models from 2002 onwards. You can only use it for calls, showing off ringtones and playing Snake. 4 If you want to be trendy, wear trucker hats and Ugg boots.

9/11 and the War on Terror Scrubs – Season One 3 Denzel Washington’s performance in Training Day 4 The trailers for Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, Ocean’s Eleven and Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone 5 Michael Jordan’s NBA comeback 6 Jennifer Lopez topping the FHM Sexiest Women in the World list 7 The solo output of the Spice Girls after they split up 8 China’s chances in the 2002 FIFA World Cup 9 “There’s this great website called Wikipedia ...” 10 Holland leading the way in same-sex marriage

“Bootylicious” by Destiny's Child “Can’t Get You Out of My Head” by Kylie Minogue 3 “Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)” by Train 4 “Family Affair” by Mary J.Blige 5 “Hero” by Enrique Iglesias 6 “How You Remind Me” by Nickelback 7 “Last Nite” by The Strokes 8 “Ride Wit Me” by Nelly 9 “Teenage Dirtbag” by Wheatus 10 “Whenever, Wherever” by Shakira 1 2

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Authentic Alternative Drink Ideas Tsingtao (bottles), draft lager (Beijing/Yanjing) or Chivas and green tea

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BAR OF THE MONTH

ENTERO I n a dark corner of the sprawling Xinyuanli neighborhood, this is yet another hard-to-find Japanese joint. And yet another winning combination of good cocktails, a decent whiskey selection and simple bar snacks.

The music Jamiroquai’s greatest hits DVD. Less good

The style Long bar. Liquor. Stools. Mood lighting. (Plus, less predictably, a dartboard and a karaoke room)

Drink Gimlet (RMB 35)

The punters Japanese solo drinkers, karaoke couples, the occasional American

Go to Eat chopped steak (RMB 50) with your drinks on the 29th of each month

Most likely celebrity customer Takeshi Kaneshiro If you like Entero, you’ll probably like … Mokihi, Ichikura

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MAXIME BUREAU WHY HAZE IS NOT AN AFTER-HOURS CLUB by Iain Shaw

e asked Haze co-owner M a x i m e B u re a u a b o u t how the new lounge/club marks a new phase for the former White Rabbit crew. How is Haze different from White Rabbit? White Rabbit was an underground techno club. Haze is a house lounge/ club.

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Haze is certainly more stylish. It was a challenge since we wanted to keep an underground feeling but with a stylish, comfor table touch. Thanks to Xiaofei and Markus Schneider, the designers, and all our team, and to Alessandro Vigo for our logo design. So what’s the plan? We feel people are going more towards happy music, back to the basics of jacking Chicago house of the 1980s and 1990s dance music. We’ll be targeting an older crowd that wants more upscale drinks in a quality club atmosphere. We’re not an after-hours place.

Give us your favorite three tracks, 2001-2011. “Dexter” by Villalobos, “Happy House” by Juan MacLean, and “Into the Night” (Prince Language Remix) by Azari & III. Haze presents Azari & III on Oct 3.

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MASTERMIND

A DRINK WITH ...

DIO

MUSICAL FETISHIST by Iain Shaw

n October 2001, when we were getting star ted, this guy was already a veteran. Dio joined us to reflect on military kindergarten, his early days playing at (the recently closed) Nightman, and why he still feels like an outsider in Beijing.

On childhood “I vaguely remember that my family sent me to a Navy kindergarten on an island when I was three. I spent almost two years there by myself. I think that helped when it came to living independently in Beijing” “I grew up in my dad’s military unit, so all I knew was hanging out with other kids from military families. I thought I would also join the military. Luckily I didn’t” On Beijing “I’ve been in Beijing for 18 years, but still feel like an outsider. Of course, it’s because of restrictions on migrants. Culturally, Beijing rejects others unreasonably, even though many elites here are from other cities” On DJing “In the fall of 1992, I went to a club called Dihao in my hometown, Ningbo. The first second I saw the decks, I decided that I wanted to do this. Then, one day in 1993, I saw an ad from a Beijing newspaper saying a club called Nightman was looking for a DJ. That’s how I ended up in Beijing” “I don’t make my own music – I never spent time learning that.

Mixing is satisfying enough for me. But I hope I’ll make at least one song. One would be enough”

On Beijing’s electronic music scene “Back then, when I started, it was a trendy thing to go to a club. The club I worked at would have about 1,000 people every day, more on weekends. When international TV channels came to interview me, I couldn’t believe it. A German channel inter viewed me for seven days running! International students used to bring me the newest dance music from other countries. It was very difficult to get music from overseas. People used to go to Nightman a lot, and the Glasshouse in Kunlun Hotel. Nightman was also a popular gay club back then!” “I think there are more people involved in the scene now, more DJs and more promoters. But the quality hasn’t improved or changed much. I feel sad about that” “DJs like Mickey Zhang, Eddie Lv, Blackie and Wordy all impress me. All of them have their own style, and they keep going for more” On Yen “Ever y time I see people at our events, it’s an amazing and beautiful thing. This time, we’re holding Yen Fetish at UCCA. This venue is bigger than the past Yen events, and more visually powerful” Get scary with Dio at Yen Fetish Halloween Party on Oct 28.

IS THIS BEIJING’S BRAINIEST BARTENDER? CONTESTANT: GORDON KUTIL, SADDLE CANTINA SPECIALIST SUBJECT: DISNEY FILMS GENERAL KNOWLEDGE Which team has won the most Super Bowls? The American Super Bowl? I‘d say – ooh, that’s a hard one. The Chicago Bears? No, Miami Dolphins.

How do you express the year 1995 in Roman numerals? Jesus Christ. Do I know any Roman numerals? I’ll say “I” plus “A.” No, wait. Nineteen “I”s and a “B.” No, pass that one. I think I know it. Holy s***. That’s a bad question.

In 1796, Edward Jenner discovered a vaccine for what? Er … smallpox.

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Who plays Donald Draper in Mad Men? Damn it! I k new I should have watched that. Er, John Cusack. I think that’s wrong. I hate Mad Men. I’ve never seen it. I heard it’s good.

What is the French term for D-Day? I think “au revoir” or “bonjour.”

SPECIALIST SUBJECT What was the first full-length Disney animated feature film? Snow White.

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What’s the highest-grossing Disney-Pixar film worldwide? Ooh, the highest-grossing! Something special. Toy Story 2. It’s a Pixar film.

Which actor voiced Mufasa in The Lion King? The same guy as Darth Vader. Hold on. I always think of this guy as Martin Luther King. He’s also in Coming to America. Luther Vandross? No. Holy s***. Laurence Fishburne. Not Morgan Freeman. Oh my God, Darth Vader. Louis Gossett, Jr.? I think that’s wrong. It is Louis Gossett, Jr.!

In 1991, which Disney movie became the first animated film to be nominated for the “Best Picture” Oscar? Alice in Wonderland. That looks freaky. I don’t think that’s a Disney movie. Bedknobs and Broomsticks. I think that’s wrong. I love that picture. Man, I know that Darth Vader one. We’ll go with Aladdin.

In which Disney film does the villain never appear on screen? I’ll say Mary Poppins. I don’t even know if it had a villain. The umbrella was a villain.

FINAL SCORE: 2/10

Verdict: Poor. Still, for pulling Louis Gossett, Jr. out of thin air, Gordon goes home with the Iron Eagle collectors’ edition on VHS.

WIN BEER!

Answers 1) Pittsburgh Steelers 2) MCMXCV 3) smallpox 4) Jon Hamm 5) Le jour J 6) Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs 7) Toy Story 3 8) James Earl Jones 9) Beauty and the Beast 10) Bambi

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Win a Stella Artois gift pack by telling us: Spark is located in the basement of which mall? Answers to win@thebeijinger.com

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ARCANE SAINTS You might not care that singer Mike John is a relative of Iron Maiden’s Steve Harris or that they were featured in MTV’s Up and Coming Bands, but the quartet from Down Under is rapidly expanding their turf – think Nirvana crossed with Muse and a sense of classic metal. The buzz There’s a big market for this sound Key track “Nervous Breakdown” They say: Arcane Saints can definitely party harder than Iron Maiden We say: Sensitive and whiny is played out. Bring on the Saints! See them at: D-22 on Oct 6 and MAO Livehouse on Oct 13

THE PLAYLIST

WHAT'S UP, MOGWAI? OR SHALL WE CALL YOU MONSTER?

NEVER MISS A BEAT

SHEN LIHUI

MICHELLE DAI IS GOING BACK TO THE FUTURE

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF MOGWAI, ARCANE SAINTS AND MODERN SKY

e i j i n g’s m u s i c s c e n e h a s expanded so quickly in the past decade. In fact, there are probably as many bands today as there were fans ten years ago. There used to be about five clubs; now there are more than 20. Back then, the city’s only music festival took place in the backyard of Midi Music School; now we have too many of them. International acts used to routinely bypass China on the Asia leg of their tour; now they won’t stop coming. This month alone, New York’s drumming pioneer Jojo Mayer will shake Yugong Yishan with his band Nerve (see Livehouse, p50), Japanese pop-punkists Good 4 Nothing drop by China’s capital for the third time; and the 5th Modern Sky Music Festival (Oct 3-5) will feature a juicy lineup of Mogwai,

The Go! Team and other bands from abroad. Beijing’s music scene has undeniably experienced a growth spurt, but look carefully and you’ll see that it’s still the same adolescent boy. He’s trying to grow a mustache to add a little maturity to his look, but inside, he still has so much to learn. The sound quality at some venues continues to give us headaches and most festivalgoers spend more time posing for photos than listening to the musicians on stage. For the most part, the most influential acts nowadays are still the punk heads who used to practice their stage-diving at Scream Club, the headbangers who grew out their hair at Nameless Highland and the folksters who would daydream at the River Bar. None of those clubs have

survived but we’re still listening to the same people. Instead of looking back in time, why don’t we jump ahead ten years? The noisy bands such as Fat City (Oct 25) and Luxinpei (Oct 22) who play at D-22 on Tuesday nights might not always sound sweet to you, but they might inspire the next big band to experiment with playing their songs backwards. Young bands like alternative rock Residence A (Oct 14, 15) and metal band Army of Jade Kirin (Oct 1, 15 and 29) are at the playing-as-many-gigs-as-possible phase. Who’s to say they won’t be the pioneers of a new age? A rise in quantity will eventually lead to a rise in quality. When that young kid figures out how to turn all his inspirations into his own creation, the growing up will be real.

“Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” by Wham! That’s the first time I heard Western music. Even though I didn’t make it to their show in Beijing, they still changed my life. “Thriller” by Michael Jackson. The album is one of my favorites. It reminds me of the breakdance era in the ’80s. “Jumpin’ Jack Flash” by The Rolling Stones. It was around 1988 when I first heard of The Rolling Stones. I thought they sounded like my band Sober when we rehearsed. They influenced us a lot. “Girls & Boys” by Blur. Even though I started to like Radiohead more, Blur was still the symbol of ‘90s music style. “Part of the Potatoes in Town” (部分土豆进城) by Hu Mage. One of the first productions by Modern Sky. It reminds Beijing’s young hipsters that we live in a mixture of city and villages. Shen Lihui is the founder and managing director of Modern Sky Records.

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REVIEWS

LIVEHOUSE

YISHI IS A GOOD BAND 衣湿是个好乐队 YISHI 衣湿 If Yishi were a student, it would be one of the talented but rebellious kids that most teachers hate. You know, the type who refuses to follow the rules but somehow turns in the best essays. Unsigned to any label, Yishi is making themselves known (at a snail’s pace) via the Internet. This debut EP of theirs opens with clear and melodious notes from bamboo flutes and guitar, sincere and effortless sounds that’ll transport you to a quiet countryside in southern China. And yet … you may have no idea about what singer You Miao is going on about in his Sichuan dialect, but the vocals are soaked in a sarcastic and cynical vibe that is unmistakable. One of the best surprises of the year. Michelle Dai Standout tracks: “Once Upon a Time, There Was a Mountain” (从前有座山), “Group Fight” (打群架) Like this? Try... Shanren, Buyi

TREE MUSIC 1 树音乐 1 VARIOUS ARTISTS While other Beijing record labels tend to promote their youngest faces when releasing compilations, this collection from indie label Tree Music feels more like the producers put together a playlist of their favorite new songs from their favorite Chinese bands (seven of the ten groups are signed to Tree). Amateur sounds are hence avoided; you’ll hear creativity and high production values from every track, and meet ten different talented bands in one go. This album covers almost every genre and some of the most representative figures in Beijing’s music scene: electronic (Pet Conspiracy), pop punk (Diaodeda), hard rock (Thin Man) indie pop (Wednesday’s Trip) and more. Now the label’s putting together Tree Music 2, and I don’t see why they shouldn’t. Michelle Dai Standout track: “Fire From Heaven” (天火) Like this? Try ... Lighting of Tomorrow Vol. 2, Modern Sky 6

BACK 4 GOOD GOOD 4 NOTHING To summarize this album in six words: Japanese animation, skate shoes and Green Day. The sound will bring to mind anime scenes, then a few young boys with colored hair strumming as hard as possible, jumping so high that their fat skater shoes hang right in the middle of the frame; all the while, playful ska-punk and surf-rock notes evoke Nimrod. Having played a decade’s worth of gigs and big music festivals, Japanese pop-punk quartet Good 4 Nothing has finally fought their way to the mainstream, getting this album released under Universal. They know exactly what kind of powerful and upbeat three-minute songs will hit a nerve with their tribe. If pop-punk is your cup of tea, this is one brew you’ll easily guzzle down. Michelle Dai Standout track: “Honest With Myself” See Good 4 Nothing live at: MAO Livehouse on Oct 8

HEAD OF THE QUEUE 7 KIDS WANT TO GROW UP

Reasons to go To check out the best Chinese folk musicians. And because all ticket proceeds will benefit seven kids who have hemophilia

OCTOBER 2011

Reasons to avoid You fall asleep to slow songs Bring… Cash When and where? October 8, Mako Live House

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JOJO MAYER’S HONEST BEATS by Michelle Dai

rum & bass zealots will not miss this. And those who disdain electronic music because it’s not “real” will have a hard time dismissing Jojo Mayer. His band Nerve extracts addictive, inspirational beats from a mix of jazz, drum & bass and jungle. Mayer himself is a beast on the drum kit – calling him a drum machine would flatter the latter.

What are you listening to right now? The Beatles, Louis Armstrong, dubstep.

Have you ever watched another drummer and thought: “I wish I could do that?” When I was younger, all the time. Not so much anymore. I’m happy that I can offer something unique and enjoy contributions from others that What is your music about? are different from mine. Otherwise Are there any stories hidden in my life would be boring. I think it’s your beats? not so important what you can do, My music is about it’s more important “MIND YOUR ATTITUDE. w h a t yo u c a n d o communicating my cultural and with it. PAY ATTENTION” aesthetic concerns. It’s about innovation, life force and If I wanted to start playing the honesty. Every beat has a story. drums right now, what’s the first My beats are storytelling. piece of advice you’d give me? Mind your attitude. Pay attention. What inspires you? AM night walks. What would you be doing now if you’d never had a drum kit? What’s the oddest comment I don’t know. Perhaps I’d be a bass you’ve ever gotten about your player, or an actor, or a philosopher, music? or a magician, a graphic designer, a “This is not music.” Said by a famous comic book artist or a writer. jazz-fusion musician. What’s your attitude towards Describe your ideal performance repetition? venue. Repetition can be very powerful and Any place that allows the musicians, eﬀective or very boring and unnecesthe music and the audience to sary. It depends what you make of it. become one. What’s the distance between Is there any kind of music you zero and one? can’t stand? Intuition. Human consciousness. I can’t stand music that is pretentious and dishonest. Become one with Jojo Mayer and his beats at Yugong Yishan on Oct 14.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS

Every country seems to have a blind genius with a twisted mind who challenges the music industry. Here in China, it’s folk legend Zhou Yunpeng. Now that he has some influence, he’s assembled five other prominent folksters to play for free, so that every penny from the gig can go to charity.

DRUM NINJA

STYLE

LOOSE CHANGE FRESH OUT THE BOX Céline’s latest minimalist creation does away with all the fluff, leaving the emphasis on its graceful curves and smooth cowhide leather.

Zara Home, the home décor retail extension of fast-fashion apparel brand Zara, has quietly opened its first Beijing branch at The Place. Stay tuned for next month’s review. DimSum of all things Asian (D-SATA) launched its new e-commerce site in late August at www.dsataboutique. com. Hong Kong boutique Initial Fashion made its Beijing debut in Nanluogu Xiang, then quickly followed with a second branch in Joy City. Head to the hutongs for the menswear though – we’re told the Xidan one only stocks clothing for women. Beiluogu Xiang is continuing to unfold, and Alley Idea Space is its most recent promising arrival. Find redesigned clothing and hand-painted shoes, or get a pair custom-made.

PATH, THE BEIJING-BASED GERMAN LABEL, TAKES ANDROGYNY TO A WHOLE OTHER LEVEL

STYLE-PHILE

If you didn’t win free Chronicle shoes in our August giveaway, you can still buy a pair for yourself at their newly unveiled brick-and-mortar shop (their first in Beijing) at Solana.

TIFFANY WANG IS WHOLEHEARTED ABOUT THE FUTURE

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF PATH AND CÉLINE

eijing fashionistas were dealt a devastating blow last month. Vogue’s global after-hours shopping extravaganza, Fashion’s Night Out (FNO), was relocated from Beijing to Shanghai. Are we justified in mourning the loss of a night of celebrity sightings, free-flow champagne and exclusive store promotions and gifts? Totally. Just don’t let your bitterness stop you from seeing the bigger picture here. China’s FNO, while still smaller than, say, New York’s or Milan’s, has finally started to come into its own. When the event first debuted at China World Shopping Mall two years ago, it relied heavily on international clout (i.e. designs contributed by Asian-American designers Phillip Lim, Anna Sui, Alexander Wang and Jason Wu) to generate excitement and establish credibility. But 2011’s FNO Shanghai

proudly featured the works of nine born-and-raised-in-China designers, including Uma Wang, Qiu Hao and Gao Xin of Even Penniless. More and more, China is showing faith in its own talent. BNC, the esteemed boutique of “Designed in China” goods, just hired a fresh graduate of ESMOD Beijing as its first in-house designer. Jing Daily interviewed the owner, media mogul Hong Huang, about her optimism for China’s fashion industry. She admits that although we have not yet established any national brands, we “definitely will” in the future. Could Rfactory, BNC’s latest addition, be up for the job? Read our interview on p54 and decide for yourself. By now Beijing Design Week (Sep 26-Oct 3) should be drawing to a close. The amount of interest in what Chinese artists have to offer – both from home and abroad – has

A new avant-garde shop stocking cool labels like PATH Homme (see photo, left) has opened up at China Central Place. Look out for our review on FORSIX next month.

been telling indeed. We wonder if that same enthusiasm can carry into Beijing Fashion Week (Oct 25-Nov 2), but as usual, details are vague. We’ll keep you updated via TheBeijinger.com if there is anything worth seeing. Even if there isn’t, we remain hopeful for the future. Just look at the progress our city has already made over the last ten years. When we first launched in October 2001, there were few Western retail options to speak of, and even fewer promising local talents. (We were stuck writing halfhearted reviews on hotel shops and cooking supplies.) Nowadays luxur y brands are wrangling to come in, and our creative energy is fast gaining momentum. Who knows? In the next decade, Beijing Fashion Week might just match New York ’s yet. And when that happens, we’ll have it covered.

Pick up new concept brand K-fU’s reinterpreted version of kung fu shoes (RMB 248) at NLGX Design Store.

DEALS & STEALS Bring in a copy of this month’s issue to Toni & Guy and get 10% off on all haircuts and 30% off on INOA color services until the end of the month. Do the same at Aqua Salus Urban Retreat (both Sanlitun and Lucky Street branches) and enjoy a free detox body wrap (valued at RMB 360) for any booking of over two hours. Tr y P e n i n s u l a S p a b y E S PA ’s Treatment of the Month: the Traditional Foot Reflexology (50 minutes), available for RMB 400+15% surcharge (usual price RMB 600 + 15% surcharge). Approx will give all Beijinger readers 10% off select jewelry items for the month of October.

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WHAT’S NEW SHOPS PAPER POUNDER PRESS 熙禧印记 Mon-Fri 10am-6pm. Bldg 2, China View, 2 Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District (138 1123 0049) 朝阳区工体东路中国红街2号楼

EYE OPENING THE MONOCLE SHOP Daily 9am-11pm. 8 Dongzhimenwai Dajie (inside Royal Smushi House), Chaoyang District (6416 9664) www.monocle.com 朝阳区东直门外大街8号

hat do the following cities have in common: London, New York, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Osaka and now Beijing? They were all handpicked to serve as exclusive retail destinations for Monocle. The highbrow crowd is already au fait with this posh travel and design magazine. Its editorin-chief, Canadian-born Tyler Brûlé, has long been proselytizing about business and cultural affairs. To further expand the reach of his editorial mission, he opened a tiny 9sqm pop-up shop in London in November 2008. The rest is history. Customers flocked to it in droves, and publications everywhere raved on about its fresh retail concept.

Must buy: Ettinger x Monocle leather card case (RMB 700) Also try: FEI Space, BNC

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Must buy: Ctrl+Z “I’m Sorry” card Also try: Paper Talk, FedEx Kinko’s

BIEWUTACHU 别无他处 Daily 9am-midnight. 168-2 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District (135 2283 5480) 东城区鼓楼东大街168-2号

In Chinese, “bie wu ta chu” means “unavailable elsewhere,” and if owner Grace is referring to her wire-wrenching husband, she can put money on it. Their hole-in-the-wall DIY shop exemplifies Gulou originality. Ethnic trimmings and vintage finds (from RMB 5-200) leave no space uncovered, but we suggest you scavenge for the couple’s one-of-a-kind creations. If you’re unenthused by what is on display, just suggest a specific design or bring in a picture and it can be done. Grace is the ink-driven one – T-shirts and bleach-white sneakers are her canvas. For a laugh, read her mischievous thoughts painted on cloth squares, or coax her into telling you a story about the copper wire handicrafts her husband assembles outside the store. Better yet, ask the man himself – his heartshaped wheels and coiled frogs are spin-offs from his own imaginative tales. Chloe Lee Must-buy: Suede tassel earrings (RMB 15) Also try: Stone Love

PHOTOS: RON WU, SUI AND COURTESY OF THE MONOCLE SHOP

The Monocle Shop was made permanent, and eventually spread to other major cities around the world. Beijing marks Monocle’s second foray into China (the first being Hong Kong last July), a move that indicates huge confidence in the aesthetic taste and purchasing power of this city’s inhabitants. Some are baffled by the choice of location – inside the Royal Smushi House, as opposed to a standalone store – but at 15sqm, its proportioned space is considered generous by regular Monocle Shop standards. Every inch is put to good use; never does it feel cluttered. Most of the stock consists of brand collaborations, from Comme des Garçons candles (price TBD) to nautical-style canvas bags by British designer Bill Amberg (RMB 1,100). As per tradition, several new limited-edition products have also been launched to coincide with its latest store opening, including Brooklyn leather wristbands (RMB 800), Hackett polo shirts (RMB 1,100) and more – though many have been sold out already. Back issues of Monocle magazine should also be available by the time this goes to print. All signs point toward a promising start. “Each of the six Monocle shops around the globe has their own distinct personality,” Brûlé says. “We are excited to learn more about the Beijing shopper and see what that personality will grow into.” So are we. Tiffany Wang

Greeting cards get somewhat of a bad rap. Cheesy, cheap and mass-produced … where’s the sentiment in that? Paper Pounder Press hopes to restore faith in the printed word. Opened by college sweethearts Leyah Li and Josh Durham, this letterpress printing shop fuses modern design (she was an art major) with age-old techniques (he a history major) to make smart tactile prints. Every word, every image is painstakingly done by hand on real antique machines shipped in from the US. And you can feel the difference. From the fibrous quality of the paper to the pleasant ridges of the text, their products – business cards (RMB 888 for 100), stationery (RMB 15 for 50), event invitations (from RMB 20 for 50) and greeting cards (RMB 35) – all bear the unmistakable stamp of the human touch. Tiffany Wang

INSPECT A GADGET

HIGH-TECH NOSTALGIA REVO HERITAGE DIGITAL RADIO This handsomely designed radio harks back to an era when the “wireless” only meant Marconi’s invention. In addition to DAB, DAB+, FM and Wi-Fi Internet radio, this gadget also streams audio from PCs; you can dock your iPod or plug-and-play from a USB device too. And yes, that’s real walnut veneer. Respect.

SONY SRF-18 TRANSISTOR RADIO

RMB 3,000

Remember back when those newfangled transistors made the radio small enough to carry around? Hold this one up to your ear for old time’s sake. Tune in to your favorite AM/FM broadcasts or use it as a stereo speaker for your mp3 player. Available in black, white and pink. www.sony.com Price and availability TBD

RETRO CASSETTE COVER FOR IPHONE

This is the perfect gift for a friend who’s stuck in the past. Let this iPhone case announce to the world what everybody already suspects: that their iTunes library contains nothing but ’80s tunes. RMB 20 on Taobao (search keywords: iPhone 4 磁带保护套)

MICHAEL MICHAEL KORS JET SET CASE FOR IPAD Handcrafted from fine full-grain Napa leather, this python-patterned case will encase your iPad in a thick layer of vintage glamour.

ARCHIVING MEMORIES

www.michaelkors.com RMB 845

EPSON PERFECTION V330

ROLLEIFLEX MINIDIGI AF5.0 This miniature replica of the legendary twin-lens Rolleiflex camera is the size of a shot glass but packs enough digital technology to snap 5MP images. The viewfinder (located on top of the camera) allows you to take pictures from an angle as low as your waist. The sight of this nostalgic gadget will make your subjects grin and relax; you’ll get more natural and candid shots.

V330 is ideal for digitizing all those photos, negatives and prints from the ancient BDC (Before Digital Camera) era. The high-rise 180-degree lid makes it easy to scan thick books and photo albums. Its easy-to-use features include Scan-n-Stitch, which automatically rotates, aligns and stitches together multiple images. www.epson.com.cn RMB 900

www.rollei.jp/e/pd/MiniDigiAF.html RMB 3,699

LOMO SPINNER 360° This gadget is retro inside and out, but the photo that results will feel exhilaratingly new. Just grip the Spinner 360° by its sturdy base, wind it up by pulling the cord and then releasing it … the camera will whip 360° around its own axis and record everything on one long frame (you too, if you don’t duck). It uses 35mm film, so there’s no “delete” option – the panoramic snapshot is one-take and real. http://microsites.lomography.com RMB 800

EPSON STYLUS PHOTO TX800FW The truly retro at heart prefer their photographic memories analog and tangible. For them, what could be better than a printer that delivers better-quality glossies than the local Kodak shop? This sleek printer with 7.8-inch touchscreen control lets you scan, copy and print the documents and photos from your computer via memory cards or Wi-Fi. www.epson.com.cn RMB 3,980

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GET THE LOOK

PARTY FROCKS

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by Tiffany Wang

ripping with liquid shine. Slits up-to-there. Polka dots. Leather and lace. This month there is special cause for celebration and, judging from the trends named above, we have a surplus of sar torial options. So kick off those battered flats, ditch the mom jeans, and shimmy into something sleek for the evening. Party get-ups call for a painstaking mix of chic yet understated, sexy yet classy. Bodycon dresses – popularized by Hervé Léger’s skintight bandage creations – have been all the rage, and indeed, men tend to be quite appreciative of them. It’s wise to save them for occasions that require extra sex appeal. Sheer blouses and slips convey a much more sophisticated message, but can come across as a tad conservative when you layer too much. (And just plain slutty when you don’t layer enough.) Find the right balance, though, and the outfit

is gold. Meanwhile, bright hues and sequins connote playfulness, while light colors like nude and white lend an ethereal vibe. Of course, when in doubt, stick with the classics. The l i t t l e b l a c k d re s s c a n d o no wrong – you can go for structured or strapless, mini or maxi lengths, even short sleeve or long sleeve. Just don’t forget to accessorize. Now let’s get ready to party.

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➊ Axle maxi dress. All Saints.com. RMB 475. ➋ “Africa” malachite ring. Paloma Sanchez. RMB 4,000. ➌ Grecian plait dress by Rare Opulence. Topshop. RMB 1,656. ➍ Omjia shell clutch. D-SATA. RMB 3,150. ➎ Paulina dress. candy & caviar. RMB 2,100 ➏ Hervé Léger red bandage dress. Lane Crawford. RMB 9,900 ➐ Sequined dress. Zara. RMB 1,199

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ATELIER

tep aside, Louis Vuitton. Since hitting the Chinese market this year, Rfactory’s affordable luxury handbags have racked up quite the following. We recently spoke with founder Océ an’ and creative director Christoph Dorego. What does the “R” stand for? O: Rare, Recycle, Rebel, Reach – “R” stands for whatever you want it to be. My personal favorite is Revolution.

OCE AN’ AND CHRISTOPH DOREGO by Tiffany Wang

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Your creative team has many international designers. How do you judge talent? O: I’m the kind of person who never reads a resume, I read people. Don’t give me your f**king cliché, don’t tell me where you’ve been working. If I give you five covers and you can tell me which one is the best one, you can be in my team.

How many purses does a woman need? CD: I like this question. The better question is: How many men does a woman need? Some women are okay with one. Some have to try, try, try until they find the right one. O: Sometimes you want a soulmate, other times you want a f**kbuddy, a husband or a boyfriend. CD: Buying a bag is like dating. You have to figure out whether you want it for a night, a week or for life. How hard is it to crack the handbag market in China? O: I’ll tell you a secret – we put special recipes in our bags. CD: It’s all in the smell [winks]. O: [laughing] To be honest, I spent years researching marketing and brand-building. I mean, within the first two days of being stocked at BNC, we sold nearly 50 purses. Right now we are the number one seller. CD: We must be doing something right. Buy Rfactory’s accessories at BNC or at their Taobao store.

PHOTOS: CANDY & CAVIAR, ALL SAINTS, TOPSHOP, D-SATA, LANE CRAWFORD, ZARA AND RFACTORY

Why “factory”? O: Factories contain a lot of possibilities. I’m not a huge fan of Andy Warhol’s work, but I like the world he was building. He had a gathering space where the funny and interesting and f**ked up people came and went; he made “factory” a charming word. I want Rfactory to capture a similar spirit.

CD: I don’t like to follow rules. You don’t need to be a painter to paint, a designer to design. If you feel something, just do it.

+ ARTS CULTURE SNAPSHOTS ART

The UCCA’s new exhibits are headlined by new works from photographer Walead Beshty, best k nown for turning film destroyed by airport security X-ray machines into art. Three Shadows Photography Art Centre also just opened a show called “Coal + Ice“ (see photo, left), which gathers the wor ks of 30 photographers from the US, China, Malaysia, Russia, Hungary, Poland, Norway, Germany and the UK. It’s an unprecedented and sweeping view of humanity’s reliance on coal, and the shocking effects this has on our environment.

CINEMA

The Sorcerer and the White Snake, starring Jet Li, is the latest costume epic to marry martial arts with elegant special effects. It received rave reviews at the Venice Film Festival and opens here Sep 29. Also out will be 1911, the historical drama that celebrates both the 100th anniversary of the revolution that dethroned China’s last emperor, and the 100th film of Jackie Chan’s career. The big question is, which is more monumental? In the imported section we’ve got Heath Ledger’s final film, The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, plus The Green Lantern and Rise of the Planet of the Apes out this month.

IN PRINT MANKIND'S GRITTY RELATIONSHIP WITH COAL AT THREE SHADOWS PHOTOGRAPHY (UNTIL NOV 20)

ART ATTACK

MARILYN MAI COULD BE TEACHING YOU MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS

PHOTO: NIU GUOZHENG

lot can happen in ten years. Let’s see, a decade ago, I was probably hunched over my notes in an 800-person auditorium amid a sea of Chinese-, Korean- and Indian-American boys, trying to take in the finer points of vector fields. For a while my dream was to follow in the footsteps of my high school math teachers, but by the time I got to “Elementary Real Analysis” (the kind of bewildering math where the only numbers on your exam sheet are those in the date) I knew it was time to rethink my life path. Now, here I am, just a bit further down the winding track of life, honored to be covering the unrelenting flood of arts and culture happenings in Beijing for you, our dear readers. Flipping through old issues of our magazine, it was clear that a lot had happened here, too.

As I perused interviews with filmmakers (Feng Xiaogang) and artists (A* W**w**) before they made it big, and read rumors about developments in Beijing’s art landscape (like a Beijing Museum of Contemporary Art backed by mysterious visitors from Los Angeles that never materialized), it struck me that what I perceive as a very here-and-now velocity has pretty much been the norm for the last ten years. Somehow, that’s comforting. If you’re on a train going at 300km per hour, you can freak out that your body is hurtling through space at 300km per hour, or you can just sit down with your instant noodles and enjoy the ride. This month’s in-train entertainment is abundant. Electric Shadows picks up the pace again as its Riverbank Ciné Club screens South Korean

films (Wednesdays this month) and an ’80s Halloween night gives us Michael Jackson’s Thriller and the almighty Ghostbusters (Oct 29). Caochangdi and 798 are flush with new exhibits, not to mention the odd show in Sanlitun and Songzhuang, as well as the CAFA Art Museum’s first official Biennale exhibit starting this year, themed “Super Organic.” There’s also a funny economist (Oct 27) and a French translation slam (Oct 19) at The Bookworm. For more movies, be sure to check the lineup for this year’s Beijing International Movie Festival. We’ve sampled the goods and they are a delight (see Feature, p56). Of course, there’s also our Tenth Anniversary celebration (Oct 15), where you can raise a glass with us as we speed into the next ten years.

Congratulations to China writer Peter Hessler for winning the MacArthur “genius” grant. We look forward to more of his winning combination of wit and wisdom as he turns his pen to Egypt and its surrounding region. Meanwhile, initial excitement that some grassroot literature had caught the attention of judges for the Mao Dun Literary Prize was quelled when criticisms arose that eight of the top ten finalists were members of various provincial Writers’ Associations. ( What? You mean officials get perks in China?!) For us little people, The Bookworm offers a splendid night of global poetry, followed by a discussion of contemporary European fiction (Oct 26).

STAGE

This month, there’s something for ever yone. Love ballet? The Red D e t a c h m e n t o f Wo m e n c o m e s through (Oct 5-7). Craving classical music? Pianist Angela Hewitt (Oct 6) and the great violinist Itzhak Perlman (Oct 16) are happy to oblige. Fan of opera? Choose from a Peking Opera rendition of Red Cliff, the fantastical NCPA debut of Rossini’s Cinderella (Oct 20-23) or Puccini’s La Boheme set in 798 (see Review, p56). Burning for some Billy Shakespeare? TNT brings A Midsummer Night’s Dream to town (Oct 21-22).

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FEATURE

MOVIES TO MUNCH ON INDIE FILMS AT THE BEIJING INTERNATIONAL MOVIE FESTIVAL by Marilyn Mai

eijing’s film festivals can be as varied as its food choices. At one extreme is the official festival: Quanjude’s duck in a bag, packaged to a soulless sheen, sterilized and offering just enough payoff to have you longing for the real thing. At the other extreme are the seriously underground festivals: lamb kidneys from a makeshift grill. No one else understands your craving, but you gotta have ’em from this one guy, even if it takes a month to track him down and you’re still not sure if his organ meat is legit. The Beijing International Movie Festival (BIMF) falls somewhere in between: the clean-enough xiaochi in your friend’s neighborhood that serves up delightful flavors alongside more pungent dishes for the edgy palates. Just for you, we’ve put together a BIMF sampler platter, complete with directors’ notes. Piano Fingers, directed by Nicholas Carmen An affecting 30-minute short pairing American nostalgia with the pain of decay to tell a story of love in the time of Alzheimer’s. “My great-aunt suffered from a severe case of the disease at the end of her life, and I have tried to capture the poignant struggle that my greatuncle had to endure, loving a woman who no longer remembered his name ... The image that solidified my desire to tell their story on film was watching my great-aunt, just months from her death and unable to recognize the faces of loved

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ones around her, still able to play note for note the Debussy preludes and Chopin nocturnes she learned on the piano as a child.” Nemesis, directed by Jesper Troelstrup You gotta love a short film centered on masturbation, motor skills and misunderstandings. “Since there are only five million people in Denmark, I think it’s fun to get [my film] into the big world. And so I sought also to come to Beijing … The inspiration for the movie I got from a true story a youngster told me. I like to work with irony, since we often use it in Denmark. But it is probably a special Danish tradition.” [Sorry Mr. Troelstrup, I don’t think the Danish have a corner on irony. Breakfast pastries, on the other hand … –Ed.] Candy, directed by Davy Giorgi and Samantha Pineda Candy maintains a strict regiment of Saran Wrap workouts, mops floors at the gym and plays some gorgeous violin. “For us it is very exciting to share such a strong and quirky story with a public that belongs to a completely different culture …. [Our film] is inspired by the idea of having a “wasted talent” in a family that is completely oblivious to a child´s needs. What she becomes as an adult is the direct result of her broken family structure and her lack of social contact with the world.”

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Cultures of Resistance, directed by Iara Lee Lee takes a world tour, finding graffiti artists and rappers in Iran, monks in Burma, musicians in Brazil – all using their art and beliefs to create change. “I felt a need to show the human cost of and human response to [militaristic aggression]. And I felt like the best way of doing so was to document and support creative forms of resistance. It is easy to forget that the arts have always existed as a form of dissenting political expression ... I hope people here can connect the film to their own struggles and be motivated to make their own creative response to human rights violations and militarism, or whatever their cause may be.” This is but a small sample of a large and succulent selection; check our listings for more information. Other highlights include: • The Furious Force of Rhymes, an explosive film that probes the depths of global hip-hop as protest music (Oct 17) • Gilles Corporation, the hilarious and nauseating clip about a chicken farmer meeting globalization head-on (Oct 9, 14, 17) • “Budgetless Bombs,” a celebration of bad movies (Oct 17) The Beijing International Movie Festival runs Oct 9-18. See Events for times and venues.

FILM STILLS, FROM TOP LEFT TO BOTTOM RIGHT: NEMESIS, PIANO FINGERS, CULTURES OF RESISTANCE, PIANO FINGERS (AGAIN), CANDY AND GILLES CORPORATION (PHOTOS COURTESY OF BIMF)

REVIEWS

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ART: “PERPENDICULOUS” PÉKIN FINE ARTS Enter the galler y, and the atmosphere of Colin Chinnery’s exhibit will grab you. You’ll spy an RMB note, fake jewelry and a lock of hair being dragged slowly across the ground by strings on elevated tracks. This is the crowd-pleasing “cheat” of installation art, with its moving parts and three-dimensionality. Chinnery uses the creeping machinery well – silent metal soldiers guarding the dust-filled reliquary in the center of the room. In this, too, there is movement, as rocks pop in and out of the dirt. What holy items is this glorified sandbox hiding? Whether the bones of a nameless saint or an object sacred only to the artist, you almost don’t want to know. So you take one last look, suppress a shudder, and walk on. Marilyn Mai “Perpendiculous” shows at Pékin Fine Arts until Oct 17.

BOOKS: BIG IN CHINA ALAN PAUL This book suffers from an unfortunate marketing slant: It plays up Paul’s modest success as the frontman for a Chinese blues band, drawing criticism from those who know that becoming the “famous foreigner” in Beijing is almost too easy. But fame was never the point. For the so-called “Panda Dad” – the archenemy of Amy Chua’s Tiger Mom persona, being “big” in China was always more about loving (family, music, a new home) than being loved. Having moved to Beijing for his wife’s career, Paul overcame deep-rooted fears of performing while shouldering the needs of his three kids. Big serves as a winsome reminder that this crazy city offers rare opportunities to take a chance on our passions, be they music, parenthood or, heck, even scuba diving … in Houhai. Josh Ong Big in China is available at The Bookworm.

FILM: MY KINGDOM (DA WUSHENG) GAO XIAOSONG Two boys watch their Peking Opera master suffer a humiliating defeat, then grow up determined to avenge him. Naturally, a girl gets in the way. With tight martial arts sequences choreographed by Sammo Hung and sharp period costuming a la Shanghai’s colonial era, Da Wusheng gives us a flashy if superficial peek at the jingju underworld. Not quite as sweeping or profound as Farewell My Concubine nor as stylistic and sharp-witted as Peking Opera Blues, the film succeeds on one major level: entertainment. Beyond that, its attempts to philosophize on vengeance vs. forgiveness are lost on the lack of character development, and its balance of humor and drama is uneven. Prepare some junk food, step around the plot holes and you’ll have a grand old time. Marilyn Mai Da Wusheng is currently showing in theaters around town.

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PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS

NCPA Puccini’s opera about the doomed love between starving artist Rodolfo and seamstress Mimi in bohemian Paris begs for a reboot every time some new struggling creative community pops up on the world stage. So it makes sense that when Chen Xinyi reworked the opera for the NCPA in 2009, he set it in the warehouses of the 798 Art Zone. The libretto still features the original Italian dialogue and music, but the stage design plays on the shabby industrial chic of the area’s abandoned warehouses. While this is a fresh way for a hip Beijing audience to enjoy Puccini’s gorgeous melodies, we also find that pitting these artists against “consumption” (aka tuberculosis) in the 1990s lacks both edge and honesty. Our plea: Give us Rent set in Yuanmingyuan. Marilyn Mai La Boheme plays at the NCPA Oct 28-30.

INVASIVE IMAGES FROM BEFORE THE AGE OF PHOTOSHOP by Marilyn Mai

yszard Horowitz has led a surreal life. As a child, he survived Auschwitz; as a teen, he photographed and befriended music legend Dave Brubeck; later, he moved to New York and revolutionized photography. Perhaps it’s fitting that he was one of the first to create surreal photographic images, using selfdeveloped darkroom and in-camera techniques to combine multiple elements and angles, all before computers entered the picture. So next time you see Justin Bieber’s face Photoshopped on a pickle, give a mental hat tip to Horowitz. In advance of his retrospective this month as part of the 798 Festival, the accomplished photographer shared some thoughts with us. On his first trip to Beijing “I was invited together with Roman Polanski, the director who’s a childhood friend of mine, by the Chinese Film Board. He showed some of his films and I my photographs.” On dealing with his World War II experiences in his work “Two years ago there was a 60th anniversary of the uprising in the Warsaw Ghetto. I was asked to create an official poster, and I really didn’t want to do it but they bugged me and bugged me. It became a sensation and people loved it, but for me

it was very painful to do. I said, ‘I am not going to do anything like that in the near future.’” On his photo “The Landlord” (pictured above), produced in 1970 “I used a dollhouse, and the door on the right-hand side where the head comes through is very small, so the head looks very large. And then about ten feet away, I created a wall with a girl there, and it’s all done with a lens that allowed me to keep it all in focus. Right now the same thing would be done digitally, but there was something very unexpected and romantic at that time to do everything in-camera.” On “fooling people” with his images “It sounds sinister, but that’s not what I mean. Photography historically is considered a tool to capture reality. You pick up a camera and you shoot something that’s in front of you and it’s registered forever, right? When I talk about fooling people, I mean I’m using the same tool to create images of a nonexistent world. That has been something of great interest to me, and there were not a lot of photographers who looked at photography that way.” See Horowitz’s “nonexistent worlds” at Rose Gallery from Oct 12-26.

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ROCKY ROAD

BOOKSHELF

TRACING CHINA’S MUSICAL REVOLUTION by Marilyn Mai

e prepared to see China’s mention since the IOC passed Beijing contemporar y histor y in a the Olympic torch), the emergence more bad-ass light when you from isolation, the population’s pick up Red Rock: The Long, Strange struggle to deal with all of that (or March of Chinese Rock & Roll. It starts their refusal to do so). It’s the stuff with the stories of Beijing breathing that you may not realize you can in its first notes of Western pop hear in the music, but it’s there just music, sucking hungrily as if near as much as the guitars and drums suffocation. When pressed to tell (in the good stuff, that is).” us more of these stories, Jonathan Campbell’s book trains our Campbell rattles them off: “Zhang ears to pick up on all that subtext Fan of Midi talked about ‘lights the next time we’re taking in “the out’ parties, good stuff ” at where kids “KIDS WOULD TURN OUT MAO Livehouse, wo u l d g a t h e r, “smart rocker” THE LIGHTS AND PUT ON his turn out the prose guiding us lights and put POP CASSETTES AS IF t h ro ug h e ve r y on pop cassettes watershed moTHEY WERE DOING as if they were ment: Cui Jian’s doing someSOMETHING FORBIDDEN” performance of thing forbidden “A Piece of Red (which they pretty much were). Cloth” on the Square, Beijing welThere were people like Li Chi who coming Wham!, Tang Dynasty’s early spent a night in front of his family’s metal, rock’s first forays on China’s airspeakers listening to Deng Lijun waves and the primitive parties and [Teresa Teng], and later treated his clubs, all the way to today’s healthy rock CDs like girlfriends.” music scene. So what are Campbell’s He continues, “ There’s all the hopes for the future of Chinese rock? people that heard the music and “That yaogun spreads to the point chose to rock despite what that where it joins the world as an equal – meant for their lives in a grander different, but equal. Normalcy would social context: the isolation and diffibe fantastic, and I mean that in the culty related to doing – and living – nicest way possible.” something of which nobody around Having read too many shallow you can even conceive.” accounts of yaogun’s story, CampAll that frenetic listening was bell wrote his book to go deeper, bound to evolve into the youth but its message is still simple and wanting to create their own music, clear: Beijing rocks, and it’s time the and that’s how yaogun, or “rock & world listened. roll,” was born. “Yaogun is a product Red Rock: The Long, Strange March of China. It’s the product of the of Chinese Rock & Roll is available at m a s s i ve t r a n s fo r m a t i o n t h a t ’s The Bookworm. occurred since the seventies (not to

JEREMY GOLDKORN

FOUNDER OF DANWEI.COM (AND EDITOR OF TBJ’S VERY FIRST ISSUE) The book on my shelf with the most sentimental value is a beautiful old illustrated hardback copy of The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling. My uncle gave the book to my mother as a tenth birthday present in 1951; my mother gave it to me for a birthday gift many years later. The person in Beijing whose bookshelf I’d most like a peek at is Xi Jinping [China’s Vice President]. If you only ever read one book about China, make it China Candid by Sang Ye.

M y bat h roo m re a d i n g ? Pr i n t magazines. Sanlian Life Weekly, Caixin, the New Yorker and the Economist to impress guests; trash like FHM and Vice for me to read.

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The book that changed my life? I read The Unbearable Lightness of Being when I was a teenager and then decided to study European literature at college. I blame Milan Kundera for everything that went wrong since then. The last book I read was Diamonds, Gold, and War: The Making of South Africa by Martin Meredith. The book I’ve been most disappointed by is ever ything Milan Kundera wrote after The Unbearable Lightness of Being. The book I’d like to see adapted is The Fat Years by Chan Koonchung – into both a play and a movie. The fictional world I’d most like to be part of is the one in Anthony Hope’s The Prisoner of Zenda. A book that would work well posted bit by bit on social media would be anything by William Gibson and anything by Dickens, although the books may have to be shortened a little to allow for our 21st century attention deficit disorder.

PHOTOS: HENRY CAMPBELL AND BEN MARCOM

Are there books that I pretend to have read? When I arrived in China in early 1995, Amazon.com did not yet have a website and there were no decent foreign language bookstores in Beijing. But you could buy a huge selection of classic novels at the Wangfujing Foreign Language Bookstore. Whereas I had previously pretended to have read War and Peace and the complete works of Jane Austen and Dickens, by the end of my first year in China, I had actually read the lot.

The book I hid before you came around? I used to hide my large collection of crime thrillers and pulp novels, but now I am too old to care what you think.

SPORTS

AT THE BUZZER Those foolish enough to be running this month’s Beijing Marathon (Oct 16), or indeed any of Beijing’s other marathons, may be cheered to know that the New York Times published an article last month stating that beer aids recovery. The bad news is that it’s only non-alcoholic beer that’s said to be good for you. Tsingtao might be close enough. Lots of American pro sports have returned for their new seasons but the NFL is the only one that’s visiting Beijing. Gridiron fans should get down to Dongdan Sports Center on October 22 for the NFLX (NFL Experience), a day of football and entertainment for its loyal fans. 2011 Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk will be wowing attendees with his autograph-signing and photograph-posing prowess. The Beijing Guardians will be there too. Register at www.nflchina.com and remember to wear comfortable shoes. Ding Junhui has shocked the sports world by revealing that he has a girlfriend. This may just make snooker more popular in China.

THE BEIJING MARATHON GETS ANOTHER RUN OUT THIS MONTH

TALKING BALLS

JONATHAN WHITE CONGRATULATES THOSE STILL MAKING IT HAPPEN

PHOTO: SIMON LIM

y now, the fact that we are celebrating our tenth anniversary this month should have been rammed down your throat like a challenge from Harald Schumacher, Lawrence Taylor or Sebastien Chabal (depending on how you take your football). Rugby star Chabal is the only one of those sportsmen still playing but he’s missed out on this year’s World Cup – something that we in Beijing don’t have to do. You’ve got until the 23rd of the month to find out what the difference between a ruck and a maul is. Rugby terminology is something that Beijing has had many years to get familiar with. This time ten years ago, both the Beijing Devils and the Beijing Aardvarks were plying their trade in the city. Both are still going strong. The month of October 2001 also offered Beijing’s sporty residents events such as the Terry Fox Run (an event that has been carried on at the city’s inter-

national schools ever since) and the Beijing Marathon (which takes place this year on October 16). It’s not just the events that have stood the test of time. Beijing Golfers have been causing divots on the city’s finest green spaces since 1995; a year before that, the International Friendship Football Club began providing an ever-more global crowd with the opportunity to share a love of football and industr ial language. The Hash House Harriers have been drinking to forget their collective running problem for at least a decade. Beijing International Ice Hockey and our fellow ten-year-olds at ClubFootball are also about due fo r s o m e r e p l a c e m e n t k n e e s . Meanwhile, the names may have changed but the spirit of touch football and softball lives on with Mashup and Beijing Sof tball League respectively. Ten years ago was not as bad

for sports fans as for, say, fans of Czech beer or Ethiopian food – but who would have believed back then that Beijing would become an international sports destination for more than the badminton and ping-pong faithful? Beijing Guoan resurfaced along with the Chinese Super League, and with that resumed the visits of Europe’s top football clubs (which star ted with West Bromwich Albion way back in 1978). The China Open (Sep 25-Oct 9) has turned into an international-class event, the NBA has made massive inroads in China since Yao Ming was drafted in 2002 and we’ve all got our memories of the Olympics. Whatever your sport, Beijing now either has it or you can convince enough people to do it – just ask the Australian rules and Gaelic footballers or the fencers. That’s just another three examples of what you can do this month. Go on, grab life by the balls.

Beijing Guoan gets nearer the end of their CSL season this month. The Green Machine takes on Changchun Yatai (Oct 15, 7.30pm) and Shaanxi Chanba (Oct 29, 3.30pm) at Gongti. Cheer the boys on as they strive to secure AFC Champions’ League football for next season. The Steel Roses will not be playing football at the 2012 Olympics. Japan nailed down the coffin lid that was tacked into place by Australia’s Sheilaroos. China won the recent Universiade in Shenzhen, but did not manage to beat the US to the top of the medal table at the recent World Athletics Championships in Daegu. Neither outcome much matters for Team China’s hopes at next summer’s Olympics, where they’ll have enough motivation to retain their crown from Beijing. Team China under Coach Camacho continued in much the same frustrating manner as his predecessor’s team. They beat Singapore and then lost to Jordan in World Cup qualifying. They will need to beat Iraq (Oct 11) to get through to the next stage. Lots of controversy surrounding Chinese athletes in the past month. The Georgetown Hoyas and Bayi Rockets had a big old set-to at the stadium formerly known as Wukesong. Over in South Korea, Liu Xiang and Dayron Robles decided to treat the 110m hurdles final as a field trip by buddying up and holding hands throughout. Robles won but then had his gold rescinded. Liu Xiang, who had finished third, was bumped up to a silver.

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ROCK ON SPORT CLIMBING IN BEIJING

e were sick of hearing about the city’s rock scene. B eijing Climbing Club changed our mind. So how does one win at rock climbing? You win by keeping yourself and others in your party alive. Rock climbing can be dangerous, but with proper instruction and practice it’s statistically safer than riding a bike ... especially in Beijing. Who climbs rocks? Everybody of every age and physical condition. I saw a pregnant woman climbing some really hard stuff before. I’ve seen a 2-year-old boy climb almost 2.5 meters on an artificial wall. I know guys in their 60s that are climbing as hard or harder than some 20-year-olds I know. What’s so good about the rocks in

Beijing? They’re not in the city. I’ll jump on any chance to get out of the city for some fresh air. I find myself climbing the walls in Beijing. I’d rather be climbing a mountain.

climbing. Why is yours the best? “Rock-climbing” describes a range of activities from “bouldering” (climbing very short, technical or powerful routes with no ropes but crash pads for protection) to “big wall” climbing, which can entail multiple-day ascents of 1,000m cliffs. I’d say that “our”

What else do you do with rocks? I put my martini on them every now and then ... But the best use after climbing is a camp“OK, NOW SQUEEZE YOUR ground sauna! type of WHOLE HAND IN One large tarp, climbing one river, and a sits squarely in THE CRACK ... NICE” bunch of rocks the “massively from the campfire. fun and safer than crossing the road Hey presto, “boutique” in Beijing” category, and you get camping experience. a cold beer thrown in on the way back, which obviously makes it the What’s your opinion best one. of pet rocks – is it inhumane to keep them Who’d be best at climbing: captive? Chris Rock, Pete Rock or Don’t sweat it. It’s the blink of an eye Rock Hudson? in their lifetime! Pete Rock because he has C.L. Smooth to give him a belay. Tell us about the types of rock

Are you sick of puns about belaying? I haven’t heard many, but I do feel a bit self-conscious standing at the bottom of the cliff shouting stuff like “OK, now put your hand in the crack … yeah, that’s it, squeeze your whole hand in the crack. Nice.” You’ve climbed rocks. Have you ever climbed a hard place? Anywhere at altitude is hard. I’ve been up there a couple of times, but “moving slowly while feeling unwell,” or “mountaineering” as they call it, didn’t appeal. What do you do when you get to the top? Deep breath, shoes off, look around and immediately start thinking of the next route to climb. Contact the Beijing Climbing Club at beijingclimbing@gmail.com.

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FIRE AT WILL

WHERE TO GO SHOOTING IN THE CITY

e at the Beijinger don’t condone celebrator y gunfire – what goes up must come down, after all – but we can’t deny its popularity around the world. Fortunately, anybody who’s feeling a little trigger-happy can find a number of safe options for shooting here in Beijing. They range from live ammunition

shooting ranges (handle with care) to the firing of paint bullets (slightly less deadly) to laser tag (merely humiliating). Here are five suggestions for places to simulate warfare, settle arguments and take your co-workers down a peg or two. Be safe.

Extra rounds or games will cost extra. You may need your passport/ID to register and play. Call ahead to venues to reserve a time. For venue information, see Directory.

Type of Shooting

Location

Opening Hours

Cost

Olympic Sports Center Paintball Strike Range (6492 1603)

Paintball & Laser

Olympic Green

9am-8.30pm (including public holidays)

from RMB 120/person

China Northern International Shooting Range (6977 1368)

Live Ammo

Changping District

8.30am-4pm (including public holidays)

from RMB 50/person (minimum ten rounds)

Startrooper Laser Tag (6475 8329)

Laser

Wangjing

Wed-Fri 2-9pm, Sat-Sun 9am-8pm

from RMB 40/person per hour

Target Sports Development Co. (6766 5584)

Paintball

Tianjin

Open as needed

from RMB 90/person

Beijing Huairou Real CS Club (8968 8619)

Paintball & Laser

Huairou District

Dawn-dusk daily (including public holidays)

from RMB 60/person

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ILLUSTRATIONS: JOEY GUO

Venue

LIVING

TO YOUR HEALTH ARE YOU MENTAL? Are we expats less mentally stable than our friends and family back home? We sought answers from expatriate psychologist Dr. Sean Truman. What problems frequently accompany the “expat experience”? Anxiety, depression, substance abuse and, to a large degree – especially for men – marital infidelity. Expats simply don’t have the same mechanisms to keep them in check. They have to deal with the constant burden of readjustment and the lack of a strong support network. How do such conditions affect the younger expat population? When you’re in your early 20s, there is so much more uncertainty. It’s one thing to say you’re living in Beijing temporarily to brush up on your language skills; it’s another to ask, am I going to live chronically overseas? The decision is complicated by the fact that being abroad might be fun as hell. It’s so engaging and dynamic that it can be hard to find the pieces to make life stable. If you’re not wellcontrolled, it can really start to unravel on you.

FROM CMC'S BEIJING BLUE-SKY VISUAL DIARY: FIRST-GRADER FROM ANHUI

LIVING LA VIDA LOCAL TIFFANY WANG HAS TROUBLE SITTING UPRIGHT

PHOTO: CMC

xpect balls galore these coming months. First comes the American Ball on October 22 at the China World Hotel (the theme is “Castaways: Paradise Reef”) a n d t h e n n e x t m o n t h , t h e re’s the British Ball (Nov 12) and the St. Andrews Ball (Nov 26). Whether you prefer beachwear, fancy hats or kilts, balls are for ever yone. The Americans, Brits and Scots have each lined up scrumptious menus, open bars, live entertainment, auctions and, most importantly, charity beneficiaries. So loosen your belts and get your dancing shoes on – this appears to be mandatory, at least for the Jocks – and prepare for an all-night affair. Such an occasion calls for taking photos to send home to Mom and Dad. So pull out your shiny new cameras … wait, what’s that? You don’t have one? But your old one

works fine and you have no excuse to buy a new one? Now you do. Compassion for Migrant Children recently began teaching photography at all four of their Beijing centers, and is looking for unwanted digital cameras (in working condition). The course will “[give] these children an opportunity to unleash their creativity and take ownership of their adopted home,” says the CMC press release. The images captured by the children will then be showcased on International Migrants Day in December 2012. Besides old cameras, funding for basic new cameras is also welcome. Donate online at www.cmc-china.org or at their office (see Directory). Now, with new camera in tow, see if you can manage Culture Yard’s Electric Nightlife Tour (Oct 14). Touring Tiananmen, Nanluogu Xiang and beyond with drink stops

and photo ops at various bars, all the while keeping upright on an electric bike? Sounds tricky, but like loads of fun. A Jewelry Market Tour at Pearl Market (Oct 9) might be more manageable. The Hutong promises to introduce stalls that sell quality materials and tools at bargain basement prices. Whether you know how to make jewelry or not, it’ll offer an insightful peek into the DIY possibilities available in this city. Finally, commemorate Operation Smile’s 20th Anniversary in China with drinks and dinner at Danger Doyle’s (Oct 20). Speaking of which, you might have heard our magazine also has occasion to celebrate this month. We might be half the age of the aforementioned NGO, but our presence is hopefully no less salient. To prevailing in China, the both of us, for years to come.

You work with expats all over the world – where do expats have it worst? I once knew an American woman in Shanghai who was too terrified to ever leave her house. In some ways, her experience was just as isolating as that of expats living in the remote oil fields of the Middle East. If you perceive [your location] as frightening, then it doesn’t really matter where you are. How have expat problems changed over time? Now there are so many ways to stay connec ted to home that people aren’t fully committing to the life where they are. So what they do is hedge – they use the phone, Skype and email a lot. It is natural to want to maintain the ties you had to your last home. But if you go too far, you can potentially limit your development in a new place. What is a healthy mindset for expats to adopt? Engage as much as you can. That either means connecting to the local people and the culture, or even just living among expats. You run into trouble only when you withdraw from the outside world. Find ways to link up with the community through clubs, schools or interests – those are the most effective ways at easing your transition and establishing a connection. To learn about the Truman Group, visit www.truman-group.com.

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HANDS-ON ...

GRAMMAR FOR GRANDMAS TEACHING ENGLISH TO RETIREES by Tiffany Wang

e see them everywhere – ambling the streets in adorably mismatched outfits, holding hands with their wrinkly significant others, flapping their arms and legs enthusiastically during group exercises at the

park. Unfortunately, I have had little chance to interact with them. Most of the time, Beijing’s elderly simply stop and ogle me. They are too baffled to press me for details on my background (Chinese-American, in case you were wondering), while I

am loath to open up to strangers. “What part of the US government Enter the Chaoyang Librar y has the power to declare war?” to Retirees English Language Club, a the definitions of “business profit” group of local seniors who meet and “progressive tax.” every Sunday to practice conversing I t appears that I had sorely in English. The club first sprouted u n d e re s t i m a te d t h i s gro u p o f out of the 2008 Olympics effort seniors. When Galley called on me to prepare for foreign visitors, but for an answer and I hesitated, my became permanent once it was table giggled sympathetically and discovered that the members had an whispered their guesses to me earnest interest in continuing with under their breaths. their lessons long after the sporting The range in language ability was events were over. broader than I’d initially realized – And now they were on the lookout some could hardly string more than for more volunteer a few sentences “PEOPLE BEGAN teachers. I steeled together, others myself for a slow FURIOUSLY CLAPPING could claim near afternoon and fluency. And yet AND CHEERING UPON t h e m o o d w a s strained conversation, figur ing light, and converMY ENTRANCE” this would be sation was sprinpurely an act of goodwill. Little kled with laughter. did I know I’d be thrown into a I was thunderstruck. Charmed. room bustling with people, who But most of all, impressed. In the would begin furiously clapping and past, I had taught unenthused cheering upon my entrance. children once or twice; this was I stuttered out a brief introdifferent in every way. Here was a duction before I was permitted to sit room full of people eager to learn, down, my cheeks blazing. I joined a who came of their own accord simtable of four sweet-faced women, ply because they enjoyed it. And who all leapt up as I approached guess what? I found I liked teachand insisted that I take one of their ing them. seats. The main organizer, Galley Lee, handed me a “quiz” that the class Join the Retirees English Club at was reviewing. Aghast, I stared at Chaoyang Library from 2-4pm every the questions, which ranged from Sunday.

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BEST OF BRITISH

KEEPING AN EYE ON THE BALL

umor has it that the British Ball got star ted following a drunken conversation in Tiananmen Square a decade ago. We asked Vice-Chair Martin Budzinski what we can expect from the event in 2011.

What are you hoping for this year? To make it through to survivors’ breakfast. Seriously, to raise over RMB

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Why should we come? To relieve stress. Also because it’s fun to enjoy free-flow booze whilst doing something good for society for a change! If you can only aﬀord to go to one

ball a year, why the British Ball? Great fun and value for money. There aren’t many events you can go to for GBP 100 (RMB 1,000) that have food, live music and free-flow booze from 6.30pm to 4am – and all for a good cause. The British Ball will take place at the Kerry Centre Hotel on Nov 12. Email britishball@gmail.com to book tickets.

Do the English, Welsh and Scots get on well enough to have a good time? We’ve managed to put up with each other for a few hundred years, so we ought to be able to cope for one more night to avoid deportation or rioting! Who has the biggest and best balls in Beijing? Some will say the Irish Ball is maybe the biggest. The Aussies and Americans have a good set of balls too, but we feel this year the British Ball will be the best. Are people impressed by your balls? Around 500 people usually seem to be!

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PHOTOS: TIFFANY WANG AND WHATSHEWEARS.IE

Explain the “A Day at the Races” theme to us non-Brits. Think Ascot/Grand National/Gold Cup. Royalty and sheiks and horses ridden by colorful pint-sized men thrashing away with whips! Money. Tiaras. Hats. Champagne. Non-Brits can think Kentucky Derby, Happy Valley races and the Melbourne Cup. We are not a fancy dress event; there is a formal dress code. The venue will be in the spirit of the theme, but if you are wearing a top hat or colorful ladies’ hat looking like a ball of fruit, I won’t stop you.

200,000 for the charities (Kaifeng Deaf School and Wuxun Education Foundation) whilst people have a great time seeing how much fun Brits can be.

How do Beijing’s balls compare to other cities’ ? The best variety of balls are in Beijing.

EXPLORE

LONG WEEKEND

OKINAWA The cliché The bir thplace of karate and Mr. Miyagi, and a hodgepodge of US military scandals. The reality A prefecture of Japan that consists of over 100 islands, home to a unique cultural blend of Japanese, Chinese, Thai and Indonesian traditions. The sights Get off the beach and into the ocean to experience the best of what Okinawa has to offer: some of the most spectacular diving sites in the world, deep-sea fishing and extreme surfing for experienced boarders. Top destination Spy on sea creatures while staying dry at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, one of the world’s largest. The food Clean, simple flavors and lots of fresh fish. You’ll also find Taiwaneseinfluenced dishes containing lots of pork, tropical fruits and vegetables, as well as American favorites like freerefill root beer. Why go now? Late autumn is ideal – the weather is warm and the typhoons have moved on. Why you’ll want to stay Fresh food plus ocean adventures multiplied by all the possible islands.

WISH WE WERE THERE … WHERE THE BUFFALO ROMP HOME AT CHONBURI WATER BUFFALO RACES, THAILAND, OCT 11-12

TRANSIT AUTHORITY

Exchange rate RMB 100 = JPY 1,199 Need a visa? Most likely not, but don’t forget your passport when going out. Random checks can occur.

LAUREN MCCARTHY IS SNATCHING UP A CARAVAN

PHOTOS: SIPPAKORN YAMKASIKORN

fter breathing in two weeks wor th of fresh American country air, my lungs have been rebelling since the wheels hit the tarmac. Now as the October holiday approaches, I’m weighing the options of sleeping off this jet lag or hopping back out of Beijing and delaying my misery. The chance of a quick (and affordable) getaway may get easier in the coming months. China Eastern launched the first direct mainland route to Hawaii in August; the only downside for Beijingers is that you’ll need to make your way down to Shanghai first. Lucky for us, then, that Spring Airlines has started budget flights to Shanghai, undercutting the train with fares at RMB 399 (one-way); there’s currently only two flights offered, but we can expect the schedule to expand over

the next few months. Australian budget-airline JetStar will soon be running flights to take us even further afield. JetStar is set to link Beijing with Melbourne via Singapore next month as the carrier starts making its mark in northern sections of Asia. Prices are still uncertain, but one-way fares look like they could come in as low as RMB 3,000. I probably won’t be getting to Hawaii or Australia anytime soon, so it’s a good thing I can set my sights a little closer to home. Tianjin, for example. It’s just 30 minutes away by bullet train, and while the city may not offer the cosmopolitan excitement of the bustling southern cities or rural Chinese traditions, it is starting to look a bit more appealing. Brasserie Flo has just set up a second branch in the city,

Why you’ll be glad to leave Tropical critters and the battle against sunburns may quick ly wear out Beijing’s city-dwellers.

and the old Soviet aircraft carrier, once the site of summer raves, has been transformed into a hotel (and apparently a theme park as well). Further into the future, expect our coastal neighbor to sport its own Manhattan-based skyline. If you still haven’t set plans for the holiday but do want to get away, check out local groups like the Beijing Hikers or Culture Yard, which offer hikes and camping trips on the Wall or outside of the city. If a tent is too tough, book yourself a caravan in Beijing’s Nanyuan Park. Located between the South Fourth and Fifth Ring Roads, the park is holding its own festival which will run until the end of the October golden week and promises the excitement of assorted games and an exhibition of model caravans.

Flight information Flights into the capital city of Naha (via Osaka) run around RMB 5,000 on Air Nippon. From there, a network of ferries can transport you from Okinawa Island to any number of smaller islands.

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FEATURE

ELEPHANT WRANGLERS FIND TIME FOR WATER-BASED HIJINKS … AS DO THEIR CHARGES

BUGGIES AND BABYLON AT THE ISHTAR GATE “OH, PRINCE GUSTAV, YOU REALLY MUST SUMMER WITH US AT OUR COUNTRY ESTATE”

SMALL WORLD? THINK GLOBAL, VISIT LOCAL text by Jonathan White; photos by Crystal Ruth Bell

S JUST TRY TO LOOK THIS HORSE IN THE MOUTH

OCTOBER 2011

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o much world, so few vacation days per year. Travel photography does offer vicarious pleasure, but that two-dimensional delight can wear thin. So why not see all of the wonders that the world has to offer right here in Beijing at World Park?

YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A GEEZER TO HAVE A FAIR OLD TIME ON A CAMEL. UNLESS YOU’RE IN DENIAL

THERE IS NOTHING TO SUGGEST THAT THE ORIGINAL TOWER’S LEANING WAS CAUSED IN THIS MANNER

ONE VISITOR IS OVERWHELMED BY THE SPIRITUALITY OF THE TAJ MAHAL

TRAVEL TO LONDON FROM MANHATTAN VIA 1970S WATER TUK-TUKS

GULLIVER GOES TO WASHINGTON

BEIJING WORLD PARK PUTS HIPSTERS ON A PEDESTAL

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WHAT’S HAPPENING SAT

SUN

BARS & CLUBS

DJ Shadow

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LIVING

BARS & CLUBS

Oct 3-5. Mogwai and The Go! Team are the headliners this time. RMB 150 (per day), RMB 120 (per day; advance purchase), RMB 300 (three-day pass). 1pm-late. Huaibei International Ski Resort (8969 6677)

Networking for the snap-happy. Free. 7-9pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Sample four types of the “water of life.” RMB 150. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

03 ARTS & CULTURE

Electric Shadows Shorts: Community

BARS & CLUBS

7 Kids Want To Grow Up Inﬂuential folksters get together for charity. Proceeds go to seven kids with hemophilia. See p50. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance). 8pm. Mako Live House (5205 1112/3)

More shorts than a roller disco, and even more exciting. RMB 30. 4pm. Riverbank Bar and Café (6506 8277)

Compete to win strong beer in this monthly tournament. Register between two and six players in advance by calling or visiting the bar. RMB 40 (per player). 8pm. Beer Mania (6500 0559)

MUSIC

WED

MUSIC

Modern Sky Music Festival

The great Josh Davis returns to Beijing. RMB 150. Midnight. Mix (6530 2889)

TUE

Foosball Tournament

ACFP Photography Club

Whisky Wednesday

LIVING

Green Drinks Reduce the strain on your wallet, reuse your glass and recycle your anecdotes at this monthly meet-and-greet. Happy hour promotions apply. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

BARS & CLUBS

DINING

BARS & CLUBS

ARTS & CULTURE

Join us as we eat, drink and get very merry. Keep an eye on TheBeijinger.com for more details. 4-8pm. Sanlitun Soho

Oct 10-31. Bambis from Oz meet kitchen wizard Matthew McCool. Aria, China World Hotel (6505 2266 ext 38)

Open mic night. The winner gets a bottle of sparkling wine plus a free dinner for two. Email pr@hotel-g.com to register. Free. 6-10pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880)

The mighty translators battle it out over a French text this time. Mon dieu! RMB 30, RMB 20 (members). 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6431 2108)

Alluring Venison

the Beijinger’s Tenth Anniversary Party

LIVING

ARTS & CULTURE

The theme is “Castaways: Paradise Reef” and sensational entertainment by AmCham-China. Proceeds to support China-based charities. More info at amchamchina.org/ americanball. RMB 1,100/person. 5.30-10pm. China World Hotel (6505 2266 ext 33)

Curry and the critically acclaimed Monsoon Wedding. RMB 240 (non-members), RMB 200 (members), RMB 35 (screening only). 4.30pm cooking, 7pm screening. The Hutong (159 0104 6127)

The American Ball

Food, Film & Friends: India

BARS & CLUBS

DINING

If you swing your keys to the left, then this is the Halloween party for you. Details at www.bjlgbtcenter.org.

Ghoulish puns and fun for young’uns alongside the regular Bubbalicious brunch. RMB 368, 398 or 428+15%. W estin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880)

SMUT 2011

Spooky Bubbalicious

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Scarlett’s Got Talent

Translation Slam

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Backstreet Beijing Walk – Mosque & Muslim Quarters Chill with Beijing’s Hui community in the district formerly known as Xuanwu. RMB 120. 10am. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

OCTOBER FRI

THU LIVING

Thursday Cooking: Dinner Party Dishes Shredded tofu salad, spicy Chongqing chicken and candied apples. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 300 (includes lunch). 11am-1.30pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

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EXPLORE

Basically Beethoven

Electric Nightlife Tour

Ludwig out at Beijing’s only classical music open mic. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

Tour Beijing’s hottest bar scenes on this wild e-bike ride. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net before Oct 12. RMB 300 (includes professional guides, e-bike, training and dinner). 6-11pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

ARTS & CULTURE

BARS & CLUBS

Rossini’s comic version with a wicked stepfather and bracelets instead of glass slippers. RMB 120-580. 7.30pm. NCPA Theater (6655 0000)

He’s either German or really morbid. Jungle and drum & bass pioneer over from the UK. RMB 80, RMB 50 (advance) 10pm. Tango (6428 2288)

Opera: Cinderella

20 ARTS & CULTURE

Stand-Up Economedian: Return to the Gold Standard The world’s ﬁrst and only economist/comedian launches zingers at Beijingers about the world’s ﬁnancial follies. RMB 30, RMB 20 (members). 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6431 2108)

DJ Die

21 ARTS & CULTURE

Opera: La Boheme Musetta waltzes through 798. This NCPA version is set in the industrial-chic warehouses of Beijing’s art district (see Review, p57). RMB 160-680. 7.30pm. NCPA Opera House (6655 0000)

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EVENTS NOV EVENTS DEADLINE – OCT 10

dren under 16). 8am. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648)

SEND EVENTS TO LISTINGS@THEBEIJINGER.COM VENUE INFO CAN BE FOUND IN THE DIRECTORY STARTING p77. ALL EVENT DETAILS CORRECT AT TIME OF GOING TO PRESS.

OCT 3

OCT 1

BARS & CLUBS

Zhenbiancheng Great Wall Camping Until Oct 2. Cross different sections of the wild Great Wall while hiking through orchards and fields of wild flowers, then set up camp on a mountain ridge with a view of the winding Wall. RMB 750. 9.30am. Dandelion Hiking (156 5220 0950; see Sports directory)

BARS & CLUBS DJ Shadow The great Josh Davis returns to Beijing. RMB 150. Midnight. Mix (6530 2889) Eclectic Electric DJ D-N plays all sorts. Free. 10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239) National Day Party Techno for the holiday. Free. 10pm. Lantern (135 0134 8785)

Azari & III Toronto house quartet makes live beats in the basement. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance). 10pm. Haze (no tel) Modern Sky After Party Back to town on the electronic bus with ELVIS.T and Eddie Lv. Free. 10pm. Lantern (135 0134 8785)

ART

MUSIC Super Made In Ningxia Folk rock from Buyi, ska from Skarving, rock from Nucleus and more. The Ningxia gang is expanding. RMB 60. 7pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Twisted Machine Beijing’s metal giants have a DVD box to share. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance). 8.30pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

LIVING

EXPLORE Camping on the Wild Great Wall Until Oct 5. Join in a National Day camping trip to the rugged watchtowers of Gubeikou. After scaling the wall, settle down for delicious country-style food and sleep in an ancient tower. RMB 1,300, RMB 1,150 (advance). 9am. Culture Yard (8404 4166; see Living directory)

MUSIC 13 Club Metal Fest (Day 1) Four Five leads the sixth metal fest over in Wudaokou. RMB 60, RMB 40 (advance). 9pm. 13 Club (8261 9267)

OCT 5

Bad Shit, LS Demons, Bedstars Start the national day celebration with skate punks. Free. 10.30pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

BARS & CLUBS

I Love Beijing Guoan (Hit 1) Metalheads show their love for the local football team. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance), RMB 50 (if you’re wearing a Guoan jersey). 8.30pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

Modern Sky After Party Weng Weng and Ouyang play the tunes. See Oct 3.

OCT 8 & 15: PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

Don’t get caught in a glass case of bad photography. See photo, above.

SPORT

ONGOING UNTIL NOV 10: PENG RONG: BIONIC

AFL Grand Final Grab a stubbie and watch the hardest game in world sports with the Beijing Bombers. Price TBD. Frank’s Place (6437 8399; see Nightlife directory)

Photos of insect robots – what’s not to like?

ONGOING UNTIL NOV 20: LIU JIANHUA: SCREAMING WALLS Maybe the folks at the UCCA will let you scream back.

OCT 2

LIVING Saturday Gourmet: Savory Beijing Snacks Master chefs lead a demonstration and hands-on cooking class: stuﬀed lotus root, ﬂat breads and zhajiang mian. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 300 (includes lunch). 1-4pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

EXPLORE Gubeikou Wild Great Wall Take a relaxed walk along one of the oldest parts of the Wild Great Wall, then grab lunch in a local village. RMB 340, RMB 290 (advance). 8am. Culture Yard (8404 4166; see Living directory) Auspicious Village to Huanghuacheng A countryside walk through farmland, hills, and valleys. Finish oﬀ with a late lunch near the Huanghuacheng Great Wall. RMB 330. Time TBD. Beijing Hikers (6432 2786; see Sports directory) www.beijinghikers. com

OCTOBER 2011

Eric Lee and Jonny Z play tonight. See Oct 3.

Chinese Kitchen: Shanghai Cook mellow food characterized by light ﬂavors and appealing aesthetics. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 7.15-9.15pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Wasabi Sound Leslie JayCee drops the tunes. Free. 10pm. Mo Lounge (6413 1019)

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ACFP Photography Club Networking for photographers. Free. 79pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

THREE TO SEE

Reggae Party Music from Meiwenti Sound and Roots Dubsteppa, food from Rose’s Private Kitchen. RMB 50. 9pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

DAY-BY-DAY WEEKLY ONGOING

MUSIC 13 Club Metal Fest (Day 2) Dream Spirit, Dake Haze and more 13 Club regulars come for a celebration. RMB 60, RMB 40 (advance). 9pm. 13 Club (8261 9267) Pairs, Wanderlust, Fuzzy Mood, Next Year’s Love Wudaokou’s national day celebration continues with indie noise. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) I Love Beijing Guoan (Hit 2) The local football team has punk supporters too. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance), RMB 50 (if you’re wearing a Guoan jersey). 8.30pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

EXPLORE Migrating Birds on an Island (Island Bird Watching) Until Oct 3. Trek out to Bohai Bay to watch migrating birds. RMB 890, RMB 790 (chil-

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MUSIC Pairs Update your understanding of punk with this duo from Shanghai. RMB 50, RMB 40 (advance). 9pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

OCT 3-5 MUSIC Modern Sky Music Festival Rockers, indie kids and hipsters, it’s time to assemble again. Post-rockers Mogwai and popsters The Go! Team are the headliners this time. RMB 150 (per day), RMB 120 (per day; advance purchase), RMB 300 (threeday pass). 1pm-late. Huaibei International Ski Resort (8969 6677)

OCT 4 BARS & CLUBS Modern Sky After Party

Whisky Wednesday Sample four types of the “water of life.” RMB 150. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

LIVING Global Kitchen: Thai Cuisine Master favorites like pad thai and curry. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 7.159.15pm. The Hutong (6404 3355) Introduction to Tea Answers all your questions about tea and more. RMB 50 (includes tea samples), RMB 40 (advance). 7.30-9.30pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

OCT 6 MUSIC Arcane Saints New rock & roll talent from Down Under mix garage with blues and classic metal. See p49. Price TBD. Time TBD. D-22 (6265 3177) The Ocean Hardcore beats go melodic – check out the pioneering post-metal band. RMB 120, RMB 80 (advance). 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

ARTS & CULTURE Piano: Angela Hewitt The Queen of Bach brings the German composer “bach” to life. RMB 80-480.

Beijing International Movie Festival (BIMF) Oct 9

Screenings Nemesis: Three boys viciously tease their classmate for using the toilet too much, but things erupt when the teasing goes too far. (30 min) Candy: Candy is an awkward antisocial violinist, Pierre a clown. Your not-soclassic boy meets girl. (14 min) Gilles Corporation: A crazy chicken farmer tackles globalization with a scheme both hilarious and disturbing. (7 min) Script: In Japan, a mysterious social experiment brings together four unstable strangers. (30 min) Piano Fingers: An old couple is trapped in their romantic past by the wife’s battle with Alzheimer’s. (25 min) Cultures of Resistance: Meet artists, rappers, photographers and more creating beauty in the world’s most conﬂict-stricken regions. (73 min) RMB 20. 6.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711; see Nightlife directory)

Oct 9-17

of a family surviving through World War II. (14 min) Kaziah the Goat Woman: A documentary following goatherder Kaziah Hancock as she paints portraits of fallen American soldiers. (27 min) Hear Me: A tortured composer searches for his missing ﬁancée aided by mysterious text messages. (27 min) Nonames: Kevin must decide between going and staying in his suﬀocating Midwestern town after his mother dies and his father leaves. (108 min) A.L.I.C.E.: Wilbur has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and is learning to rely on his younger wife just as a handsome stranger enters their life. (15 min) Sudden Death!: An epidemic strikes Los Angeles. Its symptoms: breaking into song and dance before keeling over dead. (19 min) Free. 6.30pm. Marriott Northeast (5927 8888)

Screenings I M 24: Internet dating goes awry for a struggling writer in Mumbai. (108 min) Mutantland: A dark world where creatures roam for food – with a twist. (3 min) Nika: How a Ukrainian sex slave connects with a family man’s gambling debts. (86 min) RMB 20. 6.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711; see Nightlife directory)

Oct 11

Screenings My Blind Uncle: The one Chinese ﬁlm of the bunch follows a Chinese girl whose parents have left her in the care of an uncle who is blind. (101 min) Lake Without Words: A meditative short about marriage customs and expectations in Korean culture. (8 min) Neutral Territory: Henry goes home to sell the family ranch and is forced to face his past. (76 min) RMB 20. 6.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711; see Nightlife directory)

Oct 14

Beijing Movie Industry Party Celebrate with the folks behind the BIMF and others in Beijing’s eclectic ﬁlm industry. Includes screening of all BIMF’s short ﬁlms. Free. 7pm. The Marriott Northeast (5927 8888)

Oct 15

Screenings and discussion Sharﬁk: A beautifully-drawn animation

NCPA Concert Hall (6655 0000)

LIVING Thursday Cooking: Dinner Party Dishes Master chefs lead a demonstration and hands-on cooking class: shredded tofu salad, spicy Chongqing chicken and candied apples. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 300 (includes lunch). 11am-1.30pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

OCT 7 BARS & CLUBS

BARS & CLUBS

DINING Culture Yard Gives Thanks Traditional American Thanksgiving dinner for the whole family. We’re not sure why this is happening in October. RMB 188, RMB 148 (children). 7-10pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

MUSIC 7 Kids Want To Grow Up Zhou Yunpeng, Xiaohe and a few more inﬂuential folksters get together for charity; ticket revenues beneﬁt seven kids with hemophilia. See p50. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance). 8pm. Mako Live House (5205 1112/3) Black Cat Bone How can you resist their passionate blues? RMB 50. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Good 4 Nothing Stay young with those Japanese skate punks. See Review, p50. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance). 8.30pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Randy Abel Stable Who doesn’t like bluegrass? RMB 30. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611)

E. X. A.: Alyssa is a professional pooper on the brink of greatness – but does she really want scatological success? (23 min) Breaking Out: An aggressive prisoner must break out of his cell and save his best friend Benny from their unknown captor. (21 min) A Wedged Tale: This short documentary follows Simon Cherriman as he chases a holy grail of nature photography: a wedge-tailed eagle catching a kangaroo. (25 min) Victims of Gravity: A downed motorcyclist has an epiphany in the brief moment between life and death. (3 min)

Photography Workshop: Seeing People and the Space Around Them, Part I Anja Hitzenberger leads two sessions, including a shoot through Caochangdi, an assignment and ﬁnal critique. 15 spots available; reserve at workshops. threeshadows@gmail.com. RMB 500 (total, two days). 9.30am-4.30pm. Three Shadows Photography Art Centre (6432 2663)

Free. 6.30pm. Marriott Northeast (5927 8888)

Oct 17

French ﬁlms Je Vous Aime Très Beaucoup: Three boys who share a mother and nothing else ﬁnally come together for a summer of revelations. (91 min) Gilles Corporation: See Oct 9. The Furious Force of Rhymes: A stirring look at hip-hop as global protest music. (84 min) Free. 5pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868; see Nightlife directory) Budgetless Bombs Watch the “William Hungs” of BIMF submissions while chomping on pulled pork and ribs. Free. 8pm. Home Plate BBQ (5128 5584; see Dining directory)

Meiwenti Medley Funk, reggae and rare grooves from DJ Mat. Free. 10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239)

MUSIC CAssette, Grinding Ear, Reloads Wudaokou’s young rock regulars. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

EXPLORE The Top Thirteen Snacks in Old Beijing Discover the delicious Beijing snacks hidden in the hutongs. Free. Time TBD. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648)

OCT 10

I Don’t Do Him, I Do G Free-ﬂow cocktails and wine. But only for ladies. Free. 9pm-1am. Scarlett (6552 3600)

Oct 16

Screenings and discussion

Oct 10

OCT 8

BARS & CLUBS Foosball Tournament Compete to win strong beer in this monthly tournament. All players get discounted Chimay Red and Hoegaarden (RMB 25-35). Register between two and six players in advance by calling or visiting the bar. RMB 40 (per player). 8pm. Beer Mania (6500 0559)

LIVING Chinese Contemporary Cooking Class Combine authentic Chinese ingredients using Western cooking techniques. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 7.15-9.15pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

ARTS & CULTURE

LIVING Global Kitchen: Pakistani Cuisine So you can make naan at home. RMB 250, RMB 230 (members). 2-4pm. The Hutong (6404 3355) Saturday Gourmet: Imperial Chinese Dishes Pine nut and beef stir-fry, fried shiitake and coriander stir-fry and traditional sweet and sour pork. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 300 (includes lunch). 1-4pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

OCT 9 ARTS & CULTURE Electric Shadows Shorts: Community Shorts about how people live with each other. RMB 30. 4pm. Riverbank Bar and Café (6506 8277; see Nightlife directory) Film: Eat Drink Man Woman Ang Lee’s refreshing take on love, sex and the family meal. To reserve: registration@mandarin-plus.org. Free. Time TBD. Mandarin Plus (5785 3361)

OCT 11 LIVING Green Drinks Join Beijing’s green community at their monthly meet-and-greet. Happy hour promotions apply. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050; see Nightlife directory) Talk: 60 Characters in 60 Minutes Dr. Elaine Planquais talks at the British Club. No sneakers or jeans. RMB 70, RMB 50 (members). 10am-noon. The Capital Club (8486 2225 ext 260) Talk: Gays & Lesbians in Beijing Beijing’s LGBT Center shares info on LGBT life and organizations in Beijing. RMB 50. 7.30-9pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

OCT 12 LIVING Chinese Kitchen: Chinese Vegetarian Healthy and hearty, even without meat. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 10amnoon. The Hutong (6404 3355) Chinese Kitchen: Hunan Even oilier and spicier than Sichuan cuisine – in a good way. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 7.15-9.15pm. The Hutong (6404 3355) Cookery: Hand-Pulled Noodles & Dumplings Turn a clump of dough into thin “longevity” noodles and jiaozi. RMB 200, RMB 150 (children under 12). 6.30-8.20pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

LIVING Cricket Fighting and Chirping Culture Take home a cricket songster from the local pet market. RMB 40. 2-4pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) Jewelry Market Tour at Pearl Market Insider tips on where to buy synthetic gemstones, natural pearls, crystal beads, clasps and other jewelry tools at bargain basement prices. RMB 130 (includes handmade jewelry gift). 10am-noon. The Hutong (6404 3355)

OCT 13 MUSIC Arcane Saints Catch the Melbourne-based garage rockers before they head back home. See p49. Price TBD. Time TBD. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Basically Beethoven Come and join Beijing’s only classical music open mic. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050)

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EVENTS ARTS & CULTURE Photography Workshop: Seeing People and the Space Around Them, Part II See Oct 8.

LIVING Chinese Kitchen: Got a Hakka-ing for Tofu? Discover a new twist on dumplings: stuﬀed tofu. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 10am-noon. The Hutong (6404 3355) Saturday Gourmet: Cooking With Tofu Cold-tossed shredded tofu salad, mapo tofu and twice-cooked tofu. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 300 (includes lunch). 1-4pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

EXPLORE OCT 31: HALLOWEEN PARTY

Four bands and four DJs led by electronic rock legends Pet Conspiracy.

LIVING Chinese Medicine Lecture: Internal Organs The TCM view of the internal organs and their connection to the rest of the body. RMB 160. 1-2.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341) Thursday Cooking: Sichuan III Lazi Sichuan chicken, dry fried spicy Sichuan beef, yuxiang pork shreds. Reserve at www.blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 300 (includes lunch). 11am-1.30pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

EXPLORE Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs Tour Climb this less-commercialized section of the Great Wall, alight by cable car or toboggan, and visit the UNESCO-listed Ming Tombs in Changping. RMB 420, RMB 300 (children under 12). 9am. CCC (6432 9341; see Living directory) www.chinaculturecenter.org

Rock hard and party all night! Free. 9pm. Lush (8286 3566)

ARTS & CULTURE Meet the Filmmaker: Geng Jun Watch Youth, about youngsters dealing with life, love and death in Heilongjiang, followed by Q+A with the director. RMB 80, RMB 50 (Culture Yard students, pre-sale). 8pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

EXPLORE Electric Nightlife Tour Tour Tiananmen, NLGX and beyond for Beijing’s hottest bar scenes on this wild ebike ride. Reserve at contact@cultureyard. net before Oct 12. RMB 300 (includes professional guides, e-bike, training and dinner). 6-11pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

OCT 15 DINING Celebrity Chef Vol. 3: Chakall See Oct 14.

OCT 14

BARS & CLUBS

DINING Celebrity Chef Vol. 3: Chakall Food compositions inspired by kitchens from around the world. Price TBD. 6-10pm. Astor Grill, St. Regis. (6460 6688)

BARS & CLUBS

the Beijinger’s 10th Anniversary Party This is the big one. The party of the century. Biggest thing Beijing’s ever seen. Join us as we eat, drink and party to a decade of fun, games and the occasional weak pun. Keep an eye on TheBeijinger.com for more details. RMB 100. 4-8pm. Sanlitun Soho

Acupuncture Records 4th Anniversary Party The techno kings notch up another year, with sets from ELVIS.T, B6, Mia and Sodeyama. RMB 60. 10pm-late. Lantern (135 0134 8785)

Electric Cafe Funk, jazz, electro and house from DJ Tobi. Free. 10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239)

Eddie’s Weekend Eddie Lv and QQ turn up the bass. Free. 10pm. Mo Lounge (6413 1019)

Wasabi Sound: 1+1+1 Eric Lee, Johnny Z and Ludo V: three masters of electronica. Free. 10pm. Mo Lounge (6413 1019)

Suzie Wong’s 9th Anniversary Party Suzie’s celebrates another year of glitz and glamour. Dress code: “TV glam.” RMB 200. 9pm. Suzie Wong’s (6500 3377)

MUSIC Jojo Mayer & Nerve Redeﬁne electronic music with drumming legend Jojo Mayer. See Livehouse, p50. RMB 200, RMB 150 (advance). 10pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Red Pirates

OCTOBER 2011

Science of Sound Electronic experiments. Free. 10pm. Lantern (135 0134 8785)

MUSIC Blackwater A night of traditional Irish tunes. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050) Lidong, Zhao Yiran Get sensitive, get folky. RMB 40. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611) Not There Indie rockers with a sense of jazz. Free. 9.30pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868)

CELEBRATING TEN YEARS

Cuandixia Village Stroll around the village and climb the surrounding mountains for a bird’s eye view of this Ming-era hamlet. RMB 390, RMB 340 (advance). 8am. Culture Yard (8404 4166; see Living directory) Ecological Farming Experience Get your hands dirty during a day of hands-on learning about ecological farming in China. RMB 390, RMB 340 (children under 16). 8am. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648)

OCT 16 DINING Celebrity Chef Vol. 3: Masterclass & Brunch Enjoy sumptuous brunch and a cooking class with celebrity chef Chakall. Price & time TBD. Astor Grill, St. Regis. (6460 6688)

MUSIC Christmas These indie popsters are still crazy. RMB 30. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611) Laurent de Wilde One of the best jazz pianists of his generation comes to bewitch us with his electrojazzy melodies. RMB 30-380. 7.30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall (6559 8285; see A&C directory) Randy Abel Stable Time for the old bluegrass. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 9pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Rock & Roll Baby Korean rockers take over. RMB 40. 9.30pm. 13 Club (8261 9267)

ARTS & CULTURE Violin: Itzhak Perlman Wonder if he had a Tiger Mom? RMB 200-1,080. 7.30pm. NCPA Concert Hall (6655 0000)

SPORT Beijing Baxi vs. Shenzhen Phoenix Beijing’s other football team strives for CSL status. RMB 20. 3.30pm. Chaoyang Sports Stadium Beijing Marathon Over 40km of sheer hell for everybody involved. Details at www.beijingmarathon. com.

LIVING Mahjong Workshop: Part 1 Grasp the history and symbolism behind

the game. Reserve at contact@cultureyard. net. RMB 140 (2 sessions). 10am-1pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166) Speed Dating Nowhere else will you have a chance to meet this many dates in one night. RSVP at www.ﬁshbowlevents.com. RMB 150 (includes drink and appetizers). 7pm. Location TBA

EXPLORE Ancient Horse Trail of Western Beijing Hike an ancient path – through fruit orchards, villages, and up a mountain – rumored to be have been traveled by Empress Dowager Cixi. RMB 280, RMB 150 (children under 12). 8.30pm. CCC (6432 9341; see Living directory) www.chinaculturecenter.org

OCT 17 LIVING Chinese Kitchen: Chinese Vegetarian See Oct 12. 2-4pm.

OCT 18 LIVING Chinese Contemporary Cooking Class See Oct 10. 2-4pm. Global Kitchen: Pakistani Cuisine See Oct 8. 10am-noon. Global Kitchen: Thai Cuisine See Oct 5. 10am-noon.

OCT 19 ARTS & CULTURE Translation Slam The mighty translators battle it out over a French text this time. Pouvez-vous traduire? RMB 30, RMB 20 (members). 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6431 2108)

LIVING Seminar: Adjusting to Life in Beijing Joanne Chow Rhodes M.S.W. teaches how to thrive, not just survive. RSVP at kate@vista-china.net. Free. Noon-1pm. Vista Medical Center (8529 6618) Talk: Portraits and Photographing People Get your subjects to sit still. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 35. 7.308.30pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

EXPLORE Seven Tower and Ling Mountain Camping Until Oct 20. Start from a thousand-yearold village, stop at Beijing’s tallest peak, and camp next to one of the watchtowers. RMB 800. 9.30am. Dandelion Hiking (156 5220 0950; see Sports directory)

OCT 20 ARTS & CULTURE Opera: Cinderella Rossini’s comic version with a wicked stepfather and bracelets instead of glass slippers. RMB 120-580. 7.30pm. NCPA Theater (6655 0000) Peking Opera: Red Cliff

The epic battle, complete with nasally singing and combat moves. RMB 80-480. 7.30pm. NCPA Opera House (6655 0000)

LIVING Operation Smile Celebrates 20 Years in China An overview of good deeds over drinks. RMB 100 (includes 2 drink tickets and buffet from 7-8pm). 6pm-late. Danger Doyle’s (6591 3337; see Nightlife directory) Thursday Cooking: Savory Sweet Dishes Sweet and sour pork, red-braised eggplant and home-style tofu. Reserve at www. blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 300 (includes lunch). 11am-1.30pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

OCT 21

Eddie Lv, LYDNB and Johnny Z with the house, techno and drum & bass sounds of their hometown. Free. 10pm. Mo Lounge (6413 1019) Mojito Night Buy-one-get-one-free on everyone’s favorite minty drink. Free. 9pm-1am. Scarlett (6552 3600) Q’Hey Japanese techno godfather drops into the basement. Free. 10pm. Lantern (135 0134 8785)

MUSIC Dolan Poignant sounds from the grassland. RMB 40. 9.30pm. 13 Club (8261 9267) No Name Trio Sample some old French jazz crossing over

BARS & CLUBS

10am-6pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

See Oct 12. 6-8pm.

Global Kitchen: Burmese Cuisine All seafood ﬂavors, spicy kicks and sour essences. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 2-4pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Mahjong Workshop: Part 2 See Oct 16. Now master the rules and play like the locals do. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 140 (2 sessions). 10am-1pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Peking Opera Workshop Professional actors of Peking Opera introduce the history, complexity and subtleties of this famous art form. RMB 150. 2-4pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

EXPLORE Great Wall Spur Visit a remote stretch of the Great Wall that was completed around 1580 AD, during the reign of Emperor Wanli. RMB 330. Time TBD. Beijing Hikers (6432 2786; see Sports directory) www.beijinghikers.com Wangquan Valley

ARTS & CULTURE Book Club: Cloud Atlas Discuss David Mitchell’s nesting doll of a novel at the Book Smugglers’ new home. Free. 8pm. 12SQM (6402 1554; see Nightlife directory)

THREE TO SEE

Bartending Course Tonight, get ﬁzzy with champagne cocktails. If you’re not signed up for the full course, you can still join for a single session. RMB 120. 6-8pm. Champagne Bar, Fairmont Beijing (8511 7777)

ARTS & CULTURE

LIVING British Club Coffee Morning Topic TBD. No sneakers or jeans. RMB 70, RMB 50 (members). 10am-noon. The Capital Club (8486 2225 ext 260)

DJ Die Jungle and drum & bass pioneer over from the UK. RMB 80, RMB 50 (advance) 10pm. Tango (6428 2288)

The Charitarian Launch The world’s leading philanthropy magazine launches its latest issue with a panel discussion on recent news on charity in China. RMB 30, RMB 20 (members). 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507; see Nightlife directory)

Funk Fever Back with the funky beats. Guests Gao Hu, Tobias Patrick and others join the fun. Free. 9pm. Migas (5208 6061) In-Out Vol.2 Local legend Mickey Zhang drops bombs. Free. 10pm. Lantern (135 0134 8785)

OCT 26

Wasabi Sound: The New Power of Electronic Beats from Shen Yue and Pancake Lee. Free. 10pm. Mo Lounge (6413 1019)

MUSIC Microﬁlm French post-rockers revist Beijing for a delightful night. Free (tickets available at Alliance Française branches, starting Oct 11). 8pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Punk Night Soju Legion, Hell City and more. Punk will never die. RMB 50, RMB 40 (studetns). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Second Ring Zoomin’ Night Wudaokou’s noise makers take over the hutongs. Free. 9.30pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868)

ARTS & CULTURE Opera: Cinderella See Oct 20. Peking Opera: Red Cliff See Oct 20. Play: A Midsummer Night’s Dream TNT Theatre bring us the bard’s mostbeloved comedy. RMB 60-380. 7.30pm. Chaoyang Culture Center/TNT Theater (8599 6011)

OCT 22 BARS & CLUBS BM Shirt Party with Grand Marnier Pick up a Beer Mania shirt (RMB 28 for one day only) and enjoy 20 percent discounts all day on Belgian beers and Grand Marnier cocktails. Free. Beer Mania (6500 0559) Eddie’s Weekend: Made in Tianjin

EXPLORE Daytrip: Colonial Architecture Exploration of Tianjin Explore the old colonial districts and areas where Western and classic Chinese villas still exist. Includes the beautiful renovated Haihe River, traditional lanes, neighborhoods and markets. RMB 580, RMB 450 (children under 12). 8.30pm. CCC (6432 9341; see Living directory) www.chinaculturecenter.org

DINING Paella Party Choose two courses of paella or black rice with three drink options. RMB 90. 7.309.30pm. Ole (6595 9677)

OCT 9: EAT DRINK MAN WOMAN

The original food porn. See photo, above.

OCT 20-23: OPERA: CINDERELLA

Blame Disney that you keep waiting for mice to appear.

ARTS & CULTURE

OCT 27: RETURN TO THE GOLD STANDARD Have a laugh about the state of global finance. with sounds from the modern age. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050) Song Yuzhe, Zhao Yiran Two folk mavericks get together to have a roar. RMB 60, RMB 50 (advance). 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611)

ARTS & CULTURE Opera: Cinderella See Oct 20. Peking Opera: Red Cliff See Oct 20. Play: A Midsummer Night’s Dream See Oct 21.

LIVING The American Ball Award-winning dining, live auction and sensational entertainment by AmChamChina. Proceeds to support China-based charities. More info at amchamchina. org/americanball. RMB 1,100/person. 5.30-10pm. China World Hotel (6505 2266 ext 33) Full-Day Photography Workshop Shooting and editing sessions with photographer Peter Carney in the surrounding hutongs. SLR required. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 500.

Relax on a day hike by the cool riverside and lulling waterfalls of Wangquan Valley. RMB 290, RMB 240 (advance). 7.30am. Culture Yard (8404 4166; see Living directory)

OCT 23 DINING Kempinski Cooking School Learn the secrets of pasta with chefs Paride and Jean-Luc in the latest in the series. RMB 498. Kempinski (6465 3388)

ARTS & CULTURE Food, Film & Friends: India Chef Sridevi’s marriage of ﬂavorful Indian spices, then Mira Nair’s groundbreaking Monsoon Wedding. RMB 240 (non-members), RMB 200 (members), RMB 35 (screening only). 4.30pm cooking, 7pm screening. The Hutong (159 0104 6127; see Living directory) Opera: Cinderella See Oct 20.

LIVING Cookery: Hand-Pulled Noodles & Dumplings

Poetry Showcase: A Way with Words Poets from Norway, Taiwan, Austria, Finland and China, followed by a discussion on contemporary European ﬁction. RMB 30, RMB 20 (members). 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6431 2108)

LIVING Chinese Kitchen: Chinese Vegetarian See Oct 12. 7.15-9.15pm. VIVA Speed Networking Meet 20 innovative, enthusiastic and brilliant businesswomen in one hour. Members only; register at www.vivabeijing.org. RMB 180. 7-9pm. Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8888) Wine Tour of the World: Cabernet Sauvignon Wine tasting in a cozy hutong environment. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 150 (includes wine and ﬁnger foods), RMB 120 (advance). 7.30-9.30pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

EXPLORE Backstreet Beijing Walk – Mosque & Muslim Quarters Explore Niujie (Ox Street), a largely Muslim neighborhood in Beijing’s Xuanwu District. RMB 120. 10am. CCC (6432 9341; see Living directory) www.chinaculturecenter.org

CELEBRATING TEN YEARS

OCTOBER 2011

EVENTS

OCT 27

ARTS & CULTURE

BARS & CLUBS Boys Noize DJ, producer and record label founder brings electro mayhem. Price TBD. 10pm. Tango (6428 2288)

ARTS & CULTURE Stand-Up Economedian: Return to the Gold Standard The world’s ﬁrst and only economist-slashcomedian launches zingers about the world’s ﬁnancial blunders. RMB 30, RMB 20 (members). 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6431 2108)

LIVING Chinese Medicine Lecture: Herbal Medicine Examine the nature of medicinal substances and how they are used to achieve balance. RMB 160. 1-2.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

Opera: La Boheme Set in the industrial-chic warehouses of 798 (see Review, p57). RMB 160-680. 7.30pm. NCPA Opera House (6655 0000)

LIVING Wine and Woks Go home with wine pairing savoir-faire. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 7.159.15pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

OCT 29

Ghost Night Headbangers get together for Halloween. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance), free (if you dress like a ghost). 8.30pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Halloween’s Coming Masquerade with Red Pirates (hard rock) and Time Capsule (indie pop). Free. 9.30pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868) Happy Halloween Party Celebrate Halloween with The Beijing Beatles Band, Skarving and more old friends. RMB 50. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Hoochie Coochie Gentleman Oh, so blue. RMB 40. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611)

DINING Japanese Steak Night Imported Australian steak in a hip ‘n’ hidden Japanese bar. RMB 50. Entero. (8451 0554)

ARTS & CULTURE An Evening of Broadway Melodies Nicholas Smith OBE conducts a night of song presented by the International

LIVE MUSIC

Halloween Punk KTV It’s time of the year for punk KTV again. Dress up and go punk! RMB 40, RMB 30 (students), free (if you wear a costume). 9pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE

DINING

Opera: La Boheme See Oct 28.

Dr. Loosen Wine Dinner Fine German wines paired with seven courses of ﬁne Chinese dishes. RMB 588. 6.30pm. Dragon Palace, Kempinski (6465 3388 ext 4217)

LIVING Hook ‘n Cook An interactive dinner – meet new people and learn to cook, wine and dine alongside them. RMB 200 (includes dinner and appetizers). 5pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

BARS & CLUBS Dance Dangereux VI with Kalabrese The “enfant terrible of the Swiss nightlife scene” entertains. RMB 60. 9pm. Migas (5208 6061) Eddie’s Weekend Eddie Lv and Zhi Qi play house. Free. 10pm. Mo Lounge (6413 1019)

OCT 31 DINING

OCT 3-5: MODERN SKY MUSIC FESTIVAL

Ox Square Halloween Extravaganza Halloween in an interesting party space. Andox & Box (Ox Square), Patrick Yu, El-Mar, Suki, Ouyang and others are on the decks, with live music from Twisted Machine, Pet Conspiracy, RE-TROS and Bigger Bang. RMB 120, RMB 100 (advance). Tickets at Clubzone.cn. 10pm751 D-Park Tank, 798 Art District (no tel; see Arts & Culture directory) Weng Weng & ELVIS.T Brothers in techno. Free. 10pm. Lantern (135 0134 8785) Yen Fetish Halloween Party Mickey Zhang, Yang Bing, Blackie and MC Terra D, Usami, Eddie Lv, Zhiqi and Edmund bring the horror. RMB 150, RMB 100 (advance), RMB 260 (VIP advance). 9pm-late. UCCA (8459 9269; see Arts & Culture directory)

MUSIC The Clippers Band The pop band brings their Taiwanese humor to Beijing. RMB 50, RMB 40 (advance). 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611) Glow Curve, Streets Kill Strange Animals, Illness Sickness Don’t get too sentimental with the post rockers. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

Mogwai, The Go! Team and the best acts from Modern Sky Records.

OCT 6: THE OCEAN

Hardcore beats go melodic. See photo, above.

OCT 30: XIAOHE, ZHAO YIRAN, SONG YUZHE, WU TUN, DONGZI When you need a dose of folk.

BARS & CLUBS Above & Beyond If DJ magazine says this trance team is among the world’s top ten DJs, they must be. Price TBD. 10pm. Tango 3F (6428 2288) Dressed to Kill Halloween party with RMB 25 standard drinks and RMB 35 cocktails. Free. 9pm. Scarlett (6552 3600) Halloween Night Expect an abundance of devil horns and bunny ears from the girls. RMB 100. 9pm. Suzie Wong’s (6500 3377) SMUT 2011 Join Beijing’s LGBT community for Halloween festivities. Price, time and location TBD – keep an eye on www.bjlgbtcenter. org for more details. Spooked Halloween Bash Weng Weng, ELVIS.T, M.Ross and others give you a fright. RMB 150. 10pm. Lantern (135 0134 8785)

MUSIC OCTOBER 2011

MUSIC Ember Swift Relax with her funky gypsy beats. RMB 40, RMB 30 (advance). 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611)

Xiaohe, Zhao Yiran, Song Yuzhe, Wu Tun, Dongzi Exactly what you’d expect from these folk geniuses. RMB 100. 8pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

OCT 28

DINING Spooky Bubbalicious Monster-riﬁc and scary food oﬀerings alongside their regular Bubbalicious brunch, with scavenger hunts and spooky face painting for the kids. RMB 368, 398 or 428+15%. Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880)

Mari Kimura The ﬁrst performer to use electric violin. She’s been described as a “plugged-in Paganini for the digital age.” RMB 50, RMB 30 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

THREE TO SEE

Thursday Cooking: Wok Skills Try out diﬀerent cooking techniques, from stir-frying to steaming. Reserve at www. blacksesamekitchen.com. RMB 300 (includes lunch). 11am-1.30pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

OCT 30

CELEBRATING TEN YEARS

Spooktacular Dinner Buffet Enjoy the spirit of the haunting holiday with seasonal treats and your best scary costume. RMB 258+15%. Elements, Hilton Beijing (5865 5020)

BARS & CLUBS Festival Chorus. For more information, see www.beijingifc.org. RMB 20-320. Tickets at 6406 8888. 7pm. Peking University Centenary Hall (6275 2278) Art Forum: Focus on the Venice Biennale 2011 Jury member Carol Yinghua Lu and China Pavilion curator Peng Feng discuss the revered event. Free. 2-3:30pm. UCCA (8459 9269) Film Club: ‘80s Halloween Leggings and bad hair spook you in a double feature of Michael Jackson’s Thriller music video followed by the Ghostbusters. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507) Opera: La Boheme See Oct 28.

SPORT Beijing Baxi vs. Dalian Aerbing Beijing’s other football team continues to strive for CSL status. RMB 20. 2.30pm. Chaoyang Sports Stadium

Halloween at Paddy’s It’s a Monday, but Paddy toasts his cousin, Jack O’Lantern, with Friday happy hour prices – two-for-one vodka Red Bulls all night. Free shots for those in costume. Free. 8pm. Paddy O’Shea’s (6415 6389)

MUSIC The Bloody Halloween Party Have a free party with Beijing’s hottest Pet Conspiracy, new electronic powers Party Horse and We Are Not Invited plus DJs. Free. 9.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

MONDAYS DINING BFF Night Buy a burger, get another for free. Bring a friend or an appetite! The Filling Station (8470 3821) Temptation Mondays Get over the Monday blues with 30% oﬀ any bottle of wine. Mosto (5208 6030)

BARS & CLUBS Bookworm Pub Quiz Free drinks guaranteed, cash prize conditional upon supreme intelligence. RMB 5. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

MUSIC Open Jazz Free beer for anyone who comes on stage to play. Free. Time TBD. VA Cafe & Bar (5844 3638)

SPORT Gaelic Football Men’s and women’s practice games; all skill levels are welcome. For more information, contact beijinggaa@yahoo. com or see www.beijinggaa.org. 7.30pm. Si’de Park

LIVING Chinese Language and Culture Workshop The stuﬀ you really want to know about China, taught in basic Chinese. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 75, RMB 250 (4 workshops). 7-8.40pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166) Life Drawing Club Meet others and draw live models. Beginners encouraged. Register at info@thehutong.com. RMB 60, RMB 50 (members). 7.30-9.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

TUESDAYS DINING Steak Night Buy-one-get-one-free on Flamme’s house steak (not available Oct 4). Free. Flamme (6417 8608) Tight-Ass Tuesdays Happy hour all day as well as two-for-one on all ceviches. Terra (6591 9148) Temptation Tuesdays Drinks on Tuesday? Why not? Enjoy your favorite wines at 30% oﬀ. Modo (6415 7207)

BARS & CLUBS Black Sun Quiz Night Testing times at Chaoyang Park West Gate. Free. 8pm. Black Sun (6593 6909) Ciro’s Top 5 Night Ciro’s ﬁve most popular cocktails slashed to RMB 30. Free. 5-10pm. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008) Quiz Night How many, when and where? Free. 8pm. Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q (6591 9161) R Lounge Tuesdays Buy a bottle of wine for the cost of two glasses. Free. R Lounge (5863 8112) Scarlett’s Got Talent Open mic night. Free-ﬂow selected drinks for performers. The winner gets a bottle of sparkling wine plus a free dinner for two. Email pr@hotel-g.com to register. Free. 6-10pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880) Stumble Inn Quiz Night How many beers do you have? Get a free Tsingtao with every main course ordered, and play for a gallon of beer in the quiz. Free. 7.30pm. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794)

MUSIC Jazz Jam Session Jazz lovers gather – maybe you can jam

too. Free. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611) Zoomin’ Night Find new deﬁnitions of music. Free. 9.30pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE China Through Cinema Jia Zhangke’s works: I Wish I Knew (Oct 4), Unknown Pleasures (Oct 18) and The World (Oct 25). In between, Yang Dechang’s Yiyi (Oct 11). RMB 25 (includes soft drinks and popcorn). 7pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

SPORT Touch Rugby The Beijing Devils practice for the real game. All welcome. Free bus leaves from The Den at 7pm. Details at www.beijingdevils.com.

LIVING Beijing Guild Meeting An informal crafts group interested in knitting, crochet and other crafts. Free. 1-4pm. Location TBD; check www.beijingguild. com for more info.

OCT 22: THE AMERICAN BALL

The theme is “castaway,“ so get your desert island boogie on. 8.30pm-11.15pm. Havana, Grand Millennium Beijing (8587 6888 ext 3015)

MUSIC

Calligraphy Beginner’s Course Just be enthusiastic and willing to hold a brush. RMB 160, RMB 480 (4 classes). 1011.30am. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

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

Chinese Landscape Painting Beginner’s Course It’s not too late to try this thousand-year tradition. RMB 160, RMB 480 (4 classes). 7-9pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

University Night Push the cradle of Beijing’s new rock stars. RMB 30, RMB 10 (students). 8.30pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

Culinary Walking Tour: Create Your Own Chinese Kitchen Find out the proper tips on food combining and seasonal shopping. RMB 80, RMB 70 (members). 8.45-9.45am. The Hutong (6404 3355)

WEDNESDAYS DINING Food 2 Share Don’t come alone. From RMB 168 for two. 7-10pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880) KFF Night Kids eat free with an accompanying adult. The Filling Station (8470 3821) Wine and Dine Free glass of wine with every three-course set dinner. Free. Terra (6591 9148)

BARS & CLUBS Divas’ Wednesday Buy-one-get-one-free on bottles of Moët & Chandon and champagne cocktails. Free. 9pm-midnight. Xiu (8567 1108) Ladies’ Night at Black Sun Two-for-one cocktails for the girls, while men get 30% oﬀ all bottled beers. Free. Black Sun (6593 6909) Ladies’ Night at Ciro’s Two-for-one cocktails and jazz. Free. 6pm-midnight (band starts 9.30pm). Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008) Paddy’s Quiz Which quiz host swears the most? Prizes for every round and more. Free. 8.30pm. Paddy O’Shea’s (6415 6389) Pomme O’Shea’s Quiz Which Beijing bar used to be called “The Pomegranate”? Free. 8pm. Pomme O’Shea’s (8046 2558) Retro Night Playing all your favorite ’60s to ’80s hits.

ARTS & CULTURE Riverbank Ciné Club A peek at South Korean cinema with Oldboy, The Foul King, Secret Sunshine and Memories of Murder. RMB 30 (includes coﬀee or tea). 7pm. Riverbank Bar and Café (6506 8277; see Nightlife directory)

SPORT Badminton Shuttlecock shenanigans. 7-10pm. Contact John at johnsk_ho@hotmail.com. Chess Night Beijing Amateur Chess Club (BACC) oﬀers international chess, go and Chinese chess. Free. 8pm. Souk (6506 7309; see Nightlife directory) Netball Everyone’s welcome to play. Just remember that it’s not basketball. Free. 7.30pm. Harrow International School (6444 8900) Ultimate Frisbee Pickup sessions before the upcoming fall season. Email anthonytao13@gmail.com for info. 8pm. Zhicunlu (outside Exit G1 of the subway)

LIVING Culinary Walking Tour: Create Your Own Chinese Kitchen See Tuesdays.

Thursday Night Ribs Full rack of BBQ pork ribs to share, plus a bucket of six Tiger beers. RMB 360. 4pmlate. Blue Frog (6417 4030) Wind Down at the Wine Club Discover wine with sommelier Julia Zhu. Includes ﬁve wines, expert commentary and canapés. RMB 150+15%. 6.30pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030)

BARS & CLUBS Alternative Night Electronica with a pink ﬂavor. Free. 9pm. Haze (no tel) Anna Stamburg Band Blues, jazz and soul. Free. 9.30pm-12.30. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008) Green Cap Quiz Night Where did she go? Free. 7.30pm. The Green Cap (186 1174 7939) Kro’s Quiz Night Anthony and Jim rock the trivia. Free. 8pm. Kro’s Nest, Xiaoyun Lu (8391 3131) Sports Night The Beijing Darts League throws arrows, and there are pool competitions for budding cuemasters. Steady your aim with bottled beer specials. Free. Black Sun (6593 6909)

SPORT Beijing Ladies Golf Golf with the ladies. Contact beijingladiesgolf@gmail.com. Full details at www.beijingladiesgolf.org

LIVING Live Zen: Practice & Meditation From Oct 13. A Buddhist layman oﬀers insight into the teachings and practices of Zen Buddhism. RMB 150, RMB 400 (4 classes). 7.30-9.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

FRIDAYS

THURSDAYS DINING Bodega Fever All-you-can-eat tapas for RMB 108, and sangria for RMB 38 a glass. 6-10pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6587 1578) Prime Rib Thursday Enjoy a slow-roasted rib carved tableside with Yorkshire pudding. RMB 260 (includes pint of beer or glass of wine). The Cut, Fairmont Beijing (8507 3630)

DINING Beef Steak Night Revel in an unlimited supply of all-you-can eat Australian beef, along with appetizers, soup, dessert, tea and coffee. 5-11pm. The Grill, Radisson Blu Hotel Beijing (5922 3440) MEAT Me! Australian tenderloin features in this meatheavy buffet. RMB 328+15%, RMB 108 extra for free-flow house wine and Stella

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EVENTS extra for wine buffet. Noon-3pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030) Aroma Gourmet Brunch Lobster, oysters, foie gras, international cheeses and a Sunday roast. RMB 398+15% (includes unlimited Piper Heidsieck champagne). 11.30am-2.30pm. Aroma, Ritz-Carlton Beijing (5908 8161) Barbecue Brunch Outdoor grilling galore, with plenty of vegetarian options. RMB 238 (free-flow wine and beer). 11am-2pm. Palette Vino (6405 4855) Bubbly Sundays Caviar, live seafood, tartare stations, make-your-own sushi rolls, teppanyaki ice cream and much more. RMB 398+15% (includes free flow of champagne), RMB 328+15% (free-flow wine and beer), RMB 168+15% (kids under 12), free (kids under 6). 11.30am-3pm. Senses, Westin Financial Street (6629 7810)

OCT 14, 15 & 16: CELEBRITY CHEF CHAKALL

Turban-topped celebrity chef brings fusion fare to the St. Regis. Artois. 6-11pm. Elements, Hilton Beijing (5865 5020)

BARS & CLUBS Anna Stamburg Band See Thursdays. Latino Fever! Latin dancing party with teachers to show you the way. RMB 50 (includes glass of wine or beer). 8-11pm. Zeta Bar (5865 5050) Party Night Fun guaranteed with specials on shooters, cocktails and bottles. Free. Black Sun (6593 6909) Pink Fridays LGBT-friendly evening showcasing pink Piscos, Cosmos and daiquiris. Free. 5pm. Terra (6591 9148) Resident Night Thomas, Max, Yang Bing, Jiong Jiong and friends bring house and techno. Free. 9pm. Haze (no tel) TGIF All standard drinks for RMB 25. Buy ﬁve drinks coupons, get one free. Free. 610pm. Scarlett (6552 3600) VIP Cognac Night House music, three-for-one cognac cocktails and 20 percent oﬀ on bottles of Camus cognac. 9pm-midnight. Maison Camus Lounge (8523 5703, 8528 9518)

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Pink Mademoiselle Live music, free rosé for ladies and discounts on bottles of champagne. 9pmmidnight. Maison Camus Lounge (8523 5703, 8528 9518) Resident Night See Fridays. Rugby World Cup Heineken Party During World Cup games, enjoy Heineken raﬄes, beer competitions, ﬁve Heinekens for RMB 100 and three-liter barrels of Heineken with an appetizer platter for RMB 200. Danger Doyle’s (6591 3337)

SPORT Hiking Get out in the great outdoors. Prices and times vary. Details at www.udoadventure. com or by calling 136 1124 1407.

LIVING Career Developments Lecture The secret to successful job interviews and resumes. Reserve at contact@cultureyard. net. RMB 70. 7.30-9pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

SUNDAYS

Beef Steak Night See Friday. Dim Sum Brunch All-you-can-eat dim sum. RMB 108+15%. 11am-2.30pm. Horizon, Kerry Centre Hotel (8565 2188) Feijoada Saturdays Feijoada for the weekend. RMB 128. 11.30am-3pm. Alameda (6417 8084) Sureño Tapas Lunch Tapas menu of eight rotated weekly. RMB 178. 11.30am-3pm. Sureño, The Opposite House (6410 5240) Taste Brazil SALT oﬀers feijoada, Brazil’s national dish, as well as set meal options. RMB 188 (two courses), RMB 218 (three courses), RMB 168 (feijoada, per person). Noon-3pm. SALT

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BARS & CLUBS Elliot Johnson and the Taste of Soul Band Authentic Chicago blues. Free. 9.30pm12.30. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008)

Culinary Walking Tour: Create Your Own Chinese Kitchen See Tuesdays. 12.30-1.30pm.

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DINING 360° Champagne Brunch Enjoy a ﬁne brunch 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) A Sunday Affair Sundays don’t get better than Veuve Clicquot champagne with oysters, grilled meat, fresh cheese and luscious desserts. RMB 398-498+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Garden Court, St. Regis (6460 6688) American Sunday Roast Prime beef rib cut tableside with all the trimmings. RMB 198+15%, RMB 98+15%

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FIZZtastic Champagne Brunch Premium Taittinger Champagne on free-flow and a lip-smacking array of international gastronomy, including lobsters and assorted goodies brought direct to your table. RMB 388+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Vasco’s, Hilton Wangfujing (5812 8888 ext 8411) Luce Sunday Brunch Choose two, three or four courses of fresh, flavorful Italian cuisine. RMB 110-150. 11am-4pm. Luce (8402 4417) SALT Bubbly Sundays Two- or three-course brunches to round off a relaxing weekend. Pick from the new wine list, splash out with a slightly indulgent cocktail or two or add RMB 150 for free-flow drinking. RMB 168 (two courses), RMB 188 (three courses). SALT (6437 8457) Sunday Bloody Sunday Enjoy a côte de boeuf with a Bloody Mary pitcher. RMB 248 (for two). 11.30am-10pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880) Sunday Brunch One of the best champagne brunches in town relies on quality rather than quantity. RMB 428+15% per person (includes freeflow champagne). VIC, Sofitel (8599 6666) Sunday Brunch Bliss A feast of meats, seafood, and luscious desserts. RMB 438+15% (includes champagne), RMB 348+15% (includes wine and draft beer). 11.30am-3.30pm. Asia Bistro, JW Marriott (5908 8995) Sunday Lunch Buffet at Greenfish Appetizers and seafood 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) Sureño Set Sunday Lunch Enjoy a selection of tapas dishes, a soup and one main course from the menu. RMB 188+15%, RMB 298+15% (including champagne). Noon-3pm. Sureño, The Opposite House (6410 5240) Ultimate Sunday Brunch Sunday brunch with Veuve Clicquot sounds like a good idea. The organic station and superfood bar at this sumptuous buffet means you can have your cake and eat it too. 11.30am-3pm. RMB 348+15% (includes wine and beer), RMB 398+15% (includes free-flow champagne). BLD Cafe, Renaissance Beijing Capital (5863 8223)

BARS & CLUBS Sunday Night Jam Session The Taste of Soul Band play out the weekend. Free. 9.30pm-midnight. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008)

ARTS & CULTURE Sunday Cinema Club Get experimental this month, starting with Jean-Luc Godard’s Alphaville (Oct 3). Reservation required: contact@cultureyard. net. RMB 25 (includes soft drinks and popcorn). 6.30pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

SPORT Badminton A more organized game than the one outside your oﬃce. 10am-noon. Contact John at johnsk_ho@hotmail.com. Beijing Golfers Club The Beijing Golfers start another season. Tee times vary. Register for events at www. beijing-golfers-club.org. Flag Football Pickups for those not involved in the league. Time and venue TBD. See www. mashupasia.com for more. Hash House Harriers Run, then drink like it’s a speakeasy. Meet at Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q at 1pm. Runs usually last an hour, covering about 7-8km. Each run is RMB 20 and includes beer and water along the way. www.hash.cn Water Polo Beijing Ducks play most Sundays. All skill levels welcome. For more info, contact richard.andrew.young@gmail.com. 2pm. International School of Beijing

LIVING The Essential TCM Tour Learn Eastern values through the lens of Chinese medicine, health and longevity. RMB 90. Time TBD. The Hutong (6404 3355) Sambasia Barefoot Percussion Workshop Anyone and everyone can be a drummer. RMB 80, RMB 240 (4 classes). Noon-2pm. UCCA Loft (8459 9269; see A&C directory) Survival Chinese Grasp the essentials, i.e. small talk and vocab for ordering food and bargaining. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 200, RMB 600 (4 classes). 10am-noon. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

WEEKENDS DINING All-You-Can-Eat Asian Buffet Dinner All month (except Tuesdays). Signature dishes and street eats from all around Asia. RMB 228. 5.30-10pm. Hawka, Marriott City Wall (5811 8266) All-You-Can-Eat Weekend Kitchen Party All-you-can-eat menu of classic Chinese dishes with free-ﬂow wines and imported draft beers. RMB 328. IFW (8567 1568) 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) Set Brunch Two or three courses of fresh contemporary cuisine with a Peruvian twist. Price varies according to what you want to drink. RMB 158-358. 11am-4pm. Terra (6591 9148)

Tea at Tiananmen Enjoy a luxurious afternoon – nibble on an array of freshly baked scones, ﬁnger sandwiches, delectable cakes and pastries. RMB 138. 3.30-5.30pm. Capital M (6702 2727)

SPORT Beijing Bombers Australian Rules Football Club The Bombers train most weekends and welcome newcomers, regardless of age or ability. Xiaowuji football grounds (East Fourth Ring Road). Email beijingfooty@yahoo.com to confirm training time and location. Details at www. beijingbombers.com. Beijing Softball League Baseball goes pre-Moneyball for all. To join up with the fall season, email richardliu18@gmail.com. Field Hockey Ice hockey minus the fights and ice. For more info, e-mail bjhockeyclub@hotmail. com. 6pm. Beijing Olympic Center (6419 0476) or Ol’e Sports (6776 0608) The TREK Peloton Road Bike Cycling Club Rental bikes are available. Riders are divided into groups based on fitness levels and speed. More information at tom@thebeijingpeloton.com or at www. www.thebeijingpeloton.com.

ONGOING DINING A Crabalicious Journey All month. Tasty and unwieldy-no-more, Zen5es makes the hairy crab easier with special tools. Zen5es, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880) Agua Set Lunch All month. Menus rotated weekly. RMB 88 (two courses), RMB 99 (three courses). Noon-2pm. Agua (5208 6198) Alameda’s Dinner Set All month. Alameda’s gorgeous Arepa con Dolce Leche dessert is an option on their dinner set menu. Two- and three-course set dinners (RMB 178-198). Mon-Fri 610.30pm, Sat-Sun 6-11pm. Alameda (6417 8084) Alameda Lunch Rapido Mon-Fri. Two- and three-course set lunches (RMB 79-98). 11.30am-3pm. Alameda (6417 8084) All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum All month. More than 60 types of dim sum. RMB 166+15%. 11.30am-2.15pm. Yao Chi, Grand Millennium Beijing (6530 9383) Alio Olio Set Lunch Mon-Fri. Five set menus oﬀer pizza, pasta and main courses. RMB 38-78. 11.30am3pm. Alio Olio (6594 0938) Alluring Venison Oct 10-31. Free-range Australian venison is taken to new heights by chef Matthew McCool. Aria, China World Hotel (6505 2266 ext 38) BBQ Buffet Dinner Thu-Sat. Hearty German dishes, with meat, seafood, salads and desserts. RMB 168+15% (includes beer). 6-9pm. Villa Castanea (6272 0130) Cepe Business Lunch Mon-Fri. Three courses, with a ﬁne selection of antipasti and main courses. RMB 288+15%. 11.30am-2.30pm. Cepe, Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street (6629 6996) Chef Jens at China Grill

All month. Chef Jens Muenchenbach injects innovation into the menu with new Western dishes. China Grill, Park Hyatt Beijing (8567 1234) Colibri Set Lunch All month. Mix and match sandwiches, baked potatoes, soups, salads and quiches. RMB 48. Colibri Cafe (6417 0808) Earlybird Dinner at Lunar 8 Mon-Fri. 90 minutes of a la carte allyou-can-eat at Lunar 8 for RMB 98 (one Tsingtao or soft drink inclusive). Make sure to pay before 7pm! 5.30pm-7pm. Lunar 8, The Fairmont Beijing (8507 3618) Enoterra’s Formule Lunch All month. Sandwich or salad plus freeflow iced tea for the businessperson on the go. RMB 48. 11am-4pm. Enoterra (5208-6076) Family-Style Italian All month. Tuscan flavors and shared dishes create a warm family atmosphere. RMB 748+15%. Daccapo, The Regent Beijing (8522 1789) Flo’s Power Lunch All month. Seasonal creations from Monday to Friday, starting from RMB 88. Brasserie Flo (6595 5135) Forest Mushroom Gourmet All month. Freshly picked forest mushrooms grace four set courses of creative cuisine by chef Jeffery Siew. RMB 428+15%. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030) Greatest Hits Week Oct 17-23. For seven days only, experience a special menu of Migas’ best dishes of the last year, including dishes from previous guest chefs. RMB 320 (including welcome drink). Migas (5208 6061) Greenfish Seafood Extravaganza Fri-Sat. Get wrecked in a briny sea of crabs, scallops, oysters and lobster, where the wine flows like the tide. RMB 388+15% (including free-flowing wine and soft drinks), kids half-price. 5.30-9.30pm. Greenfish, Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street (6601 6666 ext 6255) Hairy Crabs All month. Fresh from the legendary Yangcheng Lake. Dragon Palace, Kempinski (6465 3388 ext 4217) Hairy Crab Special All month. A range of carefully-prepared hairy crab dishes, paired with traditional Chinese wines for a memorable crustacean experience. 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. The Private Room, Park Hyatt Beijing (8567 1838/40) Happy Times at Raffles All month. Enjoy a 25% discount on a fabulous buffet feast, including unlimited wines, beers and Singapore Slings. 611pm. East 33, Raffles Hotel (6526 3388) Hungry for Hummus? Mon-Fri. Middle Eastern favorite Rumi is offering a lunch buffet that includes many of their most popular menu items. RMB 88. 11.30am-2.30pm. Rumi (8454 3838) Indonesian Taste of Harmony All month. Sumptuous and authentic Indonesian cuisine, with live cooking demonstrations. Renaissance Cafe, Renaissance Beijing Chaoyang Hotel (6468 9999 ext 3121) Into the Frying Pan All month. Get into the kitchen and work with the chefs to create a four-course dinner party. Reservations for parties of 6-10 guests. RMB 588+15% per person (includes free-flow beer and soft drinks). 5.30pm. Grange, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880)

ONGOING: CHINA WORLD’S OKTOBERFEST 2011 The hills are alive …

Lobster Indulgence Oct 1-16. Classic and contemporary takes on lobster, including a lobster set menu. Mon-Fri 11.30am-4.30pm, Sat-Sun 5.3010.30pm. Grange, Westin Chaoyang (5922 8880) Luce Brunch All month. A range of light continental breakfast sets. From RMB 40. Noon. Luce (8402 4417) Luce Set Dinner All month. Choose two, three or four courses of Italian cuisine. RMB 100-150. Luce (8402 4417) Luga’s Set Lunch All month. Set lunch includes one free Grand Marnier margarita. RMB 55. Time TBD. Luga’s Little Italy (6416 2575) Lunch It Mon-Sat. Two-course lunch with coﬀee or tea. Collect nine stamps and you’ll get a free lunch. RMB 88. Noon-2pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880)

a glass of wine or beer as you soak up the last rays on SALT’s open-air balcony. RMB 98 (two courses), RMB 118 (three courses). Noon-3pm. SALT (6437 8457) SALTastation Mon-Sat. Five tasting courses paired with New and Old World wines. RMB 518 (food and wine), RMB 318 (food only). SALT (6437 8457) Sangria Special All month. Buy-one-get-one-free on pitchers or glasses of sangria. 7-9pm. Olé (6595 9677) Set Autumn Brunch Sat-Sun. Sets with Peruvian and Latin flair. Two courses RMB 158, RMB 328 (free-flow beer and bubbly;, three courses RMB 178, RMB 358 (free-flow beer and bubbly). 11am-4pm. Terra (6591 9148) Set Autumn Dinner Tue-Sun. Sets with Peruvian and Latin flair. RMB 178 (two courses), RMB 198 (three courses). 6-11pm. Terra (6591 9148)

Migas’ Fall Menu All month. Introducing new dishes, frequently-changing market-fresh specials and cold-weather soups. Migas (5208 6061)

Set Autumn Lunch Tue-Fri. Two or three courses with a glass of wine, local beer, or juice. RMB 98 (two courses), RMB 128 (three courses). 11am2pm. Terra (6591 9148)

Modo Set Lunch All month. Fresh, creative set lunch. RMB 80, RMB 200 (free-ﬂow sparkling and house wines). Modo (6415 7207)

Sunny Afternoon Tea All month. Relax in pleasant surroundings with cookies, Chinese and English teas, coﬀee, fresh juice and more. 2-4.30pm. Villa Castanea (6272 0130)

Mughal’s Buffet Lunch Mon-Fri. Indian and Pakistani curries, vegetable dishes and more. Noon-2.30pm. Mughal’s (6638 2160) Olé! Business Lunch All month. A quick two-course lunch, then back to work. RMB 60, RMB 70 (includes glass of wine). 11am-3.30pm. Olé! (6595 9677) One East Set Lunch Mon-Fri. A light American set lunch. RMB 128+15% (two courses), RMB 138+15% (three courses). Noon-2pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030) Pasta & Wine All month. Choose one type of pasta dish and enjoy a glass of house wine with it. RMB 80. Noon-2.30pm, 6-9pm. The Flow Lounge & Bar, Swissôtel (6553 2288 ext 2107) Rocking the Nation Oct 1-7. Celebrate National Day with a special set menu and brunch all week long. Eudora Station (6437 8331/8334) SALT Autumn Days Mon-Fri. Add RMB 30 to your set lunch for

Taking Time for Lunch Mon-Sat. 11.30am-2.30pm. Luxe lunch menus, Italian-style. RMB 148+15% (2 courses), RMB 168+15% (3 courses), RMB 188+15% (4 courses). Barolo, Ritz-Carlton Beijing (5908 8777) Tapeando All month. Order a drink, get a free tapa. Olé (6595 9677) Traditional English Tea All month. Indulge in tea and scones as well as other dainty delights in an elegant setting. RMB 268. 2.30-5.30pm. Writer’s Bar, Raﬄes Hotel (6526 3388 ext 4181) Uniquely Autumn All month. Experience a new variety of surprising dishes from chef Daniel Urdaneta this fall. Mosto (5208 6030) Wine Ritual All month. Unwind in sophisticated surrounding 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) Wine Tasting Classes

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EVENTS Art Cinema: Films Written by Eileen Chang Oct 14-23. The writer’s optimistic side comes through in her film scripts. Visit www.ucca.org.cn for screening times. RMB 15, RMB 10 (students), free (UCCA members). 4-6pm. UCCA (8459 9269) CAFAM Biennale: Super Organism Until Oct 30. China’s premiere art institution hosts its first ever Biennale, with works and forums built on themes of urbanity, the body, machine and bio-politics. RMB 10. CAFA Art Museum (6477 1575) Feng Zhengjie: Floating Floras Until Oct 31. The artist known for his Andy Warhol-like portraits of fashion models turns his acidic color palette to flowers. Free. Xin Dong Cheng Gallery (5978 9356) Gil Kuno: The Six String Sonics Until Oct 31. The renowned new media artist shows his enveloping projections. Free. Y++ Gallery Triwizart (6415 3099)

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There ain’t no second chance against the thing with forty eyes, girl. All month. Learn how to taste wines like the experts, and get your Wine & Spirit Education Trust certiﬁcation. Class fees for each of the three levels include all study materials, exam fees, and of course, wines. Dragon Phoenix Fine Wine Consulting (5960 4050, info@longfengwines.com)

with playful yet ominous ticking LED numbers. RMB 15. UCCA (8459 9269)

Yearning for Oysters Oct 10-31. Fried, baked, steamed or raw, get your seasonal Canadian oyster ﬁx from Master Chef Kenny Chen. Summer Palace, China World Hotel (6505 2266 ext 34)

Zhang Xiaotao: Sakya Until Oct 10. Documentary and animated ﬁlm that fuses Tibetan themes with archaeology and new media. Free. White Box Museum (5978 4800/4801)

Yummy Yum Cha 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)

Encubrimientos Until Oct 15. Snapshots by young artists from Guatemala, Brazil, Argentina, Ecuador, Costa Rica and Mexico. Free. Instituto Cervantes (5879 9666)

BARS & CLUBS China World’s Oktoberfest 2011 Oct 7-16. Get into the Munich spirit with Weihenstephan, German food, lucky draws and live music from the Bavarian Beat Boys. Dinner buﬀet: RMB 518, RMB 688 (VIP). Lunch (Sat and Sun only): RMB 360. China World Hotel (6505 3285) The Greg Carroll Band Wed-Sat. Rock and more. Free. 9.30pm. Eudora Station (6437 8331/8334) Oktoberfest at Hopfenstube Oct 25-29. Live German music to accompany your four-course Bavarian set dinner and unlimited house-brewed beer. RMB 288. 6.30-10.30pm. Hopfenstube (5909 6666) Oktoberfest at Paulaner Brauhaus Oct 7-23. Raise a stein, enjoy hearty German eats and heartier live performances at the capital’s longest-running Oktoberfest. Paulaner Brauhaus, Kempinski (6465 3388 ext 5732) Winter Cocktails Over 30 new cocktails from Anthony Evangelista. Try his Candied Fig, Blackberry Bramble or Grapefruit Crusta options. Champagne Bar, Fairmont Beijing (8511 7777) Xpress Tue-Sun. Chart hits from across the decades, with an emphasis on the early ’90s. Free. 9pm-2am. Xiu (8567 1108)

ARTS & CULTURE Tatsuo Miyajima: Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust Until Oct 8. Giant electronic sculptures

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Gao Lei: The Principle Until Oct 9. Elephants behind bars and handles on textile prints. Free. White Space Beijing (8456 2054)

Heribert C. Ottersbach: We Are All Alone Again Until Oct 16. The German artist’s figurative images go solo for the first time. Free. Alexander Ochs Galleries Beijing (8456 2054) Chiharu Shiota: Presence Of The Past Until Oct 16. Her prom-meets-The Matrix aesthetic with drawings, photographs and small-scale sculpture. Free. Alexander Ochs Galleries Beijing (8456 2054) Gregor Gaida: Polygonal Horse Until Oct 16. The artist in residence shows the fruits of his labor with a large-scale aluminum-cast sculpture. Free. Alexander Ochs Galleries Beijing (8456 2054) Guy Ferrer: Lines Until Oct 17. Smooth brushwork punctuated by controlled frenzy to create abstract, emotive figures. Free. Xin Dong Cheng Gallery (5978 9356) Five One-Man Shows Until Oct 23. Five artists (Yan Xing, Christian Schoeler, Li Gang, Hu Qingyan and Cheng Ran) put on five solo exhibits. Free. Galerie Urs Meile (6433 3393) Lv Peng: Lost Works Until Oct 23. A new series of paintings, prints and sculptures in lv’s signature explosion of color and narrative. Free. Red Gate Gallery (6525 1005) Zhao Zhao: According to Zhao Zhao Until Oct 23. A fresh young artist hits the scene with a 5m-high sculpture and oil painting series. Free. Chambers Fine Art (5127 3298) Ryszard Horowitz Oct 12-26. A retrospective of the pioneering photographer’s trippy works (see Feature, p57). Free. Rose Gallery (6436 1818)

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Liu Baomin Until Oct 31. New paintings in his signature watery effect, like peering at images through a curtain of rain. Free. Yan Club Arts Centre (5978 9172) Sterling Ruby: Vampire Until Nov 5. In her first solo show in China, the young American artist presents urethane stalagmite sculptures, trippy hallucinogenic canvases and more. Free. Pace Beijing (5978 9781) Yang Fudong: The Distance of Reality Oct 4-Nov 10. The photographer/filmmaker shows his haunting images. Free. Iberia Center for Contemporary Art (5978 9530) Peng Rong: Bionic Until Nov 10. A Peking University Biology graduate converted his science smarts and fascination with landscape photography into wicked images of robotic insects. Free. ME Photo Gallery (5978 9263) Yang Yongliang: The Peach Colony Until Nov 10. Digital shanshui paintings with an elegant urban twist. Free. Galerie Paris-Beijing (5978 9262) Daybreak Until Nov 20. Thirteen important young artists, including Cheng Ran, Li Hui, Wu Junyong and MadeIn Company. Free. Arario Beijing (5202 3800) Walead Beshty Until Nov 20. Airport security x-rays, installation handlers and even exhibition goers all make their mark on Beshty’s art of deterioration. Free. UCCA (8459 9269) Liu Jianhua: Screaming Walls Until Nov 20. Over 200 pieces of black porcelain installed on gleaming white walls for a dramatic study in contrasts. Free. UCCA (8459 9269) Curated by Zhang Peili: Lu Yang Until Nov 20. This exciting new artist uses both humor and horror in her experimental works. Free. UCCA (8459 9269) Common Space Until Nov 27. This satellite exhibit of the Venice Biennale features works by Italian artists based in China. Free (must show passport). Italian Embassy Cultural Office (6532 5015) Coal + Ice Until Nov 28. Twenty-seven world-class photographers have chased down images that narrate man’s coal consumption and its effects. Free. Three Shadows Photography Art Centre (6432 2663)

SPORT Basketball All month. Hang with the Beijing Overseas Students Basketball League. Email dingr-

enhai@163.com for times and locations. www.angels-club.com.cn Beijing Hikers Every Wed, Sat & Sun. Rated rambles over varied picturesque terrain outside the city. Call ahead to inquire about the hike’s degree of difficulty. RMB 250 and upwards, RMB 150 (kids under 12). Leave 8.30am sharp from the Starbucks at the Lido Holiday Inn. (6432 2786, info@beijinghikers. com) www.beijinghikers. Com China Open Until Oct 9. Novak Djokovic and the like return to Beijing for some serve and volley fun. RMB 30-12,800. Tickets at www.piao. com. National Tennis Centre, Olympic Green ClubFootball Men’s 5-a-side Leagues All month. The new season is underway. 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 Fencing Mon-Fri. Learn to fence. Or get better. En garde. 5pm. Ol’e Sports (139 0101 5919) Field Hockey Ice hockey minus the fights and ice. For info, e-mail bjhockeyclub@hotmail.com. 1pm. Beijing Olympic Center (6419 0476) Heyrobics All month. The fittest thing to come from Sweden since Dolph Lundgren. Details at www.heyrobics.com. Rugby World Cup Until Oct 23. Rugby’s titans clash for the Webb Ellis trophy. Times vary. Tour of Beijing Oct 5-9. Like the Tour de France but less hilly. Details at alain.rumpf@globalcycling promotion.com Women’s Soccer The Odds and Ends are Beijing’s only amateur 11-a-side football team for women. Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to World Cup winners. Matches or practice every week. Free. 1pm. Beijing Geological University. Contact Wenhui at 8526 2420 ext 111 or oddsandendswomen@gmail. com.

EXPLORE 8-Day Xinjiang Biking Adventure Experience the Silk Road on two wheels and access places and villages not frequented by “big bus tourists.” RMB 18,660. Country Holidays (+21 3222 0616) Badain Jaran Desert Discover China’s most beautiful desert over four days. RMB 4,580/person (two people) and RMB 3,780/person (four people). Beijing Tourism Group (BTG) (150 1008 9588) www.travelingislife.com Dali at the Linden Centre (4 Days) Live as part of the local community in southwest China. Engage with local people, study traditional arts, visit stunning landscapes, walk to the markets, help cook, read up on Chinese culture and play mahjong. RMB 9,080. Country Holidays (+21 3222 0616) Guilin & Longsheng Explore the scenery of towering limestone peaks by the Li River and the rice terraces and ethnic minorities at Longsheng. RMB 7,460. Country Holidays (+21 3222 0616) Wan Lin Bicycle Tours Explore Beijing’s neighborhoods from a diﬀerent perspective. Group tours go out Tue/Thu or schedule a private tour any other week day. 10am. Wan Lin Bicycle Tours (186 0112 6254)

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DINING DIRECTORY INDEX 360 Casual Dining – Buffets 1001 Nights – Middle Eastern A Food Affaire – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Agua – Spanish Ai Jiang Shan – Korean Alameda – Contemporary International Alio Olio – Italian Amandine – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Annie’s – Italian Apothecary – American Argo’s – Greek Aria – European Aroma – Buffets Asia Bistro – Buffets The Astor Grill – Steakhouses Avocado Tree – Central & South American Ba Xi Wei – Japanese Bar Code – Spanish Barolo – Italian Bellagio – Taiwan Bei – Japanese Biteapitta – Middle Eastern BLD Cafe – Buffet Blue Frog – American Bonbon Bins – Bakeries, Delis & Candy The Bookworm – Cafes & Teahouses Boucherie Michel – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Brasserie Flo – French Brazillian Churrascos – Central & South American Bread of Life Bakery – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Cafe Cha – Buffets Cafe de la Poste – French Cafe Noir – Cafes & Teahouses Capital M – European Carmen – Spanish CBD International Cuisine – Buffets CCSweets – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Celestial Court – Cantonese Cepe – Italian Chao – Fusion Chef Too – American China Grill – Contemporary International Choy’s Seafood – Cantonese Chuan Ban – Sichuan Chynna – Contemporary Chinese Ciro’s Pomodoro – Italian Colibri Cafe – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Compass Grill - Contemporary International Comptoirs de France – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Cornerstone – Italian CRU Steakhouse – Steakhouses Crystal Jade – Cantonese The CUT Steak & Seafood Grill – Contemporary International Czech Pub – European Da Dong Roast Duck – Beijing Duck Dali Courtyard – Yunnan Dali Renjia – Yunnan Danieli’s – Italian Dianke Dianlai – Yunnan Din Tai Fung – Dumplings Dragon Palace – Cantonese East 33 – Buffets Eatalia – Italian Element Fresh – American Elements – Cantonese Essence – Buffets Fatburger – American The Filling Station – American Flamme International Grill – Steakhouses Fook Lam Moon – Cantonese Fratelli Fresh – Italian Fuel - Contemporary International Ganges Indian Restaurant – Indian/Pakistani Garden Court – Buffets George’s – Mediterranean Gori – Contemporary International Grand Cafe – Buffets Grandma’s Kitchen – American Grange – Steakhouses Green Bites Dumpling Bar – Dumplings Greenfish – Buffets The Grill – Steakhouses Grill 79 – Contemporary International Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory – Pizza Guoyao Xiaoju – Imperial Haidilao Hot Pot – Hot Pot Hard Rock Cafe – American Haru Teppanyaki and Sushi Bar – Japanese Hatsune – Japanese Hercules – Cafes & Teahouses

Home Plate Bar-B-Que – American Honzen – Japanese Horizon – Cantonese IFW – Contemporary Chinese Inagiku – Japanese Indian Restaurant (Marriott Northeast) – Indian/Pakistani Invincible Ramen – Japanese Jaan – French Jenny Lou’s – Grocery Stores Jenny Wang – Grocery Stores Jewel – Cantonese Jing – Buffets Kagen – Japanese Karaiya Spice House – Hunan & Hubei Kashgar Restaurant – Xinjiang Kempi Deli – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Kranzler’s – Buffets The Kro’s Nest – Pizza Le Cabernet – French Le Petit Gourmand – French Le Pre Lenotre – French Lei Garden – Cantonese Let’s Burger Plus – American Let’s Seafood – Contemporary International Lime Cafe – Thai Liujia Guo – Hunan & Hubei LMPlus – Italian Luce – Italian Luga’s – Central and South American Luga’s Little Italy – Italian Luga’s Pho Pho – Vietnamese Luga’s Villa – Central and South American Lunar 8 – Fusion Maan Coffee – Cafes & Teahouses Made in China – Beijing Duck Maison Boulud – French Malacca Legend – Southeast Asian Meiming’r Shengjian – Shanghai Metro – Italian Miao Minority Restaurant – Guizhou & Guangxi Middle 8th Restaurant – Yunnan Migas Restaurant & Lounge – Spanish Ming Court – Cantonese Ming Yuan – Cantonese Mirch Masala – Indian/Pakistani Modo – Contemporary International Moment Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Monsoon – Buffets Morel’s – European Mosto – Contemporary International Mughal’s Restaurant – Indian & Pakistani My Humble House – Fusion Nasca Café – Cafes & Teahouses New Tokyo – Japanese Niajo – Spanish Nishimura – Japanese Noble Court – Cantonese Nola – American Obentos – Japanese Olé Spanish Restaurant – Spanish One East – American Palette Vino – Mediterranean Park Side Bar & Grill – European Paulaner Brauhaus – German Pekotan – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Peter’s Tex-Mex Grill – American Pizza by LMPlus – Pizza Prego – Italian Punjabi Indian Restaurant – Indian & Pakistani Pure Lotus Vegetarian – Vegetarian Purple Haze Restaurant & Bar – Thai Queen’s Café – Russian Rainbow – Yunnan Red Orange – Buffet Refresh! – Cafes & Sandwiches Restaurant T – Japanese Ristorante Sadler – Italian Royal Smushi House – European Rumi – Middle Eastern The Saddle Cantina – Central and South American Saffron – Spanish Sake Manzo – Japanese SALT – Contemporary International Sanma No Aji – Japanese Saveurs de Corée – Korean Scarlett – Contemporary International Scene a Café – European Schindler’s Anlegestelle (Schindler’s Docking Station) – German Seasonal Tastes – Buffets

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Senses – Buﬀets Sequoia Bakery and Café – Cafes & Teahouses Shake ‘Em Buns – American Shanghai Min (Xiao Nan Guo) – Shanghai Sizzler – American South German Bakery, Cafe Konstanz and Bodenseestube – German Spice Factory – Thai Spring Organic Fish Restaurant – Sichuan S.T.A.Y (Simple Table Alleno Yannick) – French Steak Exchange + Bar – Steakhouses Summer Palace – Huaiyang Sun Palace – Cantonese Sureño – Mediterranean Sushiyano Kagayaki – Japanese Susu – Vietnamese Suzumei – Japanese Tairyo Teppanyaki – Japanese The Taj Pavilion – Indian/Pakistani Takenosuke – Japanese Tavola Italian Dining – Italian Terra – Central & South American TGI Friday’s – American Tori Tei – Japanese Trattoria La Gondola – Italian

The Tree – Pizza Turkish Mum – Middle Eastern Union Bar & Grille – American Va Piano – Italian Vasco’s – Buﬀets The Veggie Table – Vegetarian VIC – Buﬀets Villa Castanea – German Village Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Vineyard Cafe – European Water – Contemporary International White Nights – Russian Wuhan Reganmian - Hunan & Hubei Wumingju – Huaiyang Xiang Ming Yuan – Hunan & Hubei Xiao Wang Fu – Homestyle & Private Cuisine Yao Chi – Cantonese YellowStone Restaurant & Bar – European Yotsuba – Japanese Yu – Cantonese Yunteng Shifu – Yunnan ZEN – Cantonese Zen5es – Cantonese Zest – Cafes & Teahouses

AMERICAN

District. (6417 1318); www.elementfresh.com

Apothecary See Nightlife directory under “Bars & Clubs.”

新元素, 1) 朝阳区将太路6号; 2) 朝阳区三里屯路19号The Village南区8号楼833单元

Blue Frog Chow down on the signature burgers or opt for a salad. Voted “Outstanding American” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 10am-1am. L312, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 6337); 2) Daily 10am-2am. S4-30, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 4030) www.bluefrog. com.cn 蓝蛙, 1) 顺义区天竺镇欲翔路99号北京欧陆时尚购物中心(欧陆广场)L312室; 2) 朝阳区三里屯北路19号三里屯Village4号楼3层S4-30

Chef Too Its smart interior, well-trained staﬀ and delicious Australian steaks. The wine list showcases small American vineyards. Voted “Outstanding American” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Tue-Fri 11am-2pm, 5-10pm; Sat-Sun 9.30am-3pm, 5-10pm. Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu (north of Block 8), Chaoyang District. (6591 8676, chefbilly@yahoo.com) 美西西餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳公园西路枣营南里小区东门南侧

Fatburger American diner serving lean Australian beef burgers, freshly ground daily and cooked to order. Burgers come in singles, doubles or triples and are accompanied by skinny fries, fat fries or homedmade onion rings and hot wings, hot dogs and imported ice cream shakes. Enjoy 1980s music with these American classics. China World branch opening soon. Voted “Outstanding Burger“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11am-10pm. 1-LB01, The Grand Summit, Liangmaqiao Diplomatic Compound (300 m north of the Kempinski Hotel’s main entrance), 19 East Dongfang Lu, Chaoyang District. (8532 1878) 2) EB103, B1/F, Bldg 1, China World Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 7789) www.fatburger.com 1) 朝阳区东方东路 19号亮马乔外交公寓1号楼会所1层1号铺; 2) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸商城地下1层EB103

The Filling Station An American diner-style joint serving burgers, steaks and other classics. Daily 11am-9.30pm. Beside Western Academy of Beijing (next door to The Green Cap), Laiguangying Donglu (oﬀ the Airport Expressway), Shunyi District. (8470 3821) 顺义区来广营东路(北京京西学校旁边)

Element Fresh American salads, smoothies, sandwiches and more. Popular weekend brunch menu. Voted “Best American,” “Best Brunch (Aﬀordable),” “Best Sandwiches,” “Outstanding Family-Friendly Restaurant,“ “Outstanding Outdoor Dining“ 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. Shop 833, Bldg 8, The Village at Sanlitun, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang

Grandma’s Kitchen Sandwiches, gravybased dinners and high-powered desserts from middle America. Voted “Outstanding Family-Friendly Restaurant” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 9am-10pm. 47-2 Nanchizi Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6528 2790, bj.grandmas.kitchen@hotmail.com); 2) Daily 10am-10pm. 28 Shique Hutong (across from Beixinqiao subway exit C), Dongcheng District. (8403 9452, bj.grandmas. kitchen@hotmail.com); 3) Daily 10am-11pm. 5/F, Wudaokou Shopping Mall, Haidian District. (6266 6105, bj.grandmas.kitchen@hotmail. com); 4) Daily 7.30am-11pm. 11A Xiushui Nanjie, Jianguomenwai, Chaoyang District. (6503 2893, bj.grandmas.kitchen@hotmail.com); 5) Daily 7.30am-11pm. 1-2/F, Bldg B, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 3055/3056, bj.grandmas. kitchen@hotmail.com) 祖母厨房, 1) 东城区南池子大街47-2号; 2) 东城区北新桥石雀胡同28号 (地铁五号线北新桥站C出口); 3) 海淀区五道口购物中心5层; 4) 朝阳区建国门外秀水南街甲

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DIRECTORY / DINING 11号(友谊商店后面); 5) 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外SohoB座1-2层

Hard Rock Cafe Burgers, pastas, desserts, cover bands and those ubiquitous T-shirts at this restaurant and bar. Daily 11.30am-2am. 1/F, Landmark Towers, 8 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6590 6688 ext 2571) 硬石餐厅, 朝阳区东三环北路8号亮马河大厦西大堂1层

Home Plate Bar-B-Que Oﬀering American Southern classics from ribs to pulled pork and brisket, as well as hamburgers, wings, and more. Daily 11am-10pm. 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)

Let’s Burger Plus Takes the original Let’s Burger formula but with additions like pizza burgers, pita sandwiches and croissants. LG46B, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯 Village北区地下1层

Nola Sip on wine and feast on Cajun dishes including boudin balls, po’ boys and gumbo at this bar and eatery. Daily 10.30am-11pm. 11A Xiushui Nanjie, Chaoyang District. (8563 6215) 朝阳区秀水南街11号

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

Peter’s Tex-Mex Grill Voted “Outstanding Mexican / Tex-Mex” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 9.30am-11pm, Sat-Sun 7.30am-11.30pm. 88A International Club, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8532 2449) 朝阳区建国门外大街21号国际俱乐部88A

Chongwen District. (6714 0399); 3) Daily 11am-9.30pm. FF16, Food Forum, B1/F, The Malls at Oriental Plaza, Dongcheng District. (8518 6315); 4) Daily 11am-9pm. B1/F, Grand Paciﬁc Mall, 133 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6651 5283); 5) Daily 11am-10.30pm. International Club, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6532 0475); 6) Daily 11am10pm. 2/F, Anzhen Hualian Department Store, Anzhen Xili, Chaoyang District. (6441 9996) 时

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

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

BAKERIES, DELIS & CANDY A Food Affaire Tucked into a corner of the April Gourmet, this is a convenient spot for grocery shoppers looking to grab some Western food to go. The selection includes dips like hummus and duck pate; ready-made salads; homemade pumpkin, lemon, and apple pies; and many lasagnas. Individual lunch and dinner sets range from RMB 35-88. Daily 8am-11pm. 1/F, 5 Xingfuyicunxili, Chaoyang District. (135 0107 1114) 朝阳区幸福一村西里5号 Amandine A trifecta of bakery, patisserie and chocolate shop, Amandine oﬀers reasonablypriced French treats. Daily 9am-8pm. B1-330, Sanlitun Soho, Chaoyang District. (8590 0586) 点食诚心, 朝阳区三里屯Soho,B1-330铺

朝阳区建国路89号华贸公寓4号楼105号

Bonbon Bins American-branded candies, sweets, chocolates, and accessories for the confectionary-crazy. Stockists located all over town include grocery stores, gift shops, bars, hotels and restaurants. Or shop online for delivery to your door. (8525 3566) www. bonbonbins.com Boucherie Michel Artisanal French butchery serving up quality cuts of beef, veal, lamb and pork. Daily 9am-8pm. 1/F, Jiezuo Dasha, Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6417 0489, boucheriemichel@hotmail.com) 米歇尔肉店, 朝阳区幸福村中路杰座大厦底层

Bread of Life Bakery Bread of Life Bakery creates jobs for older disabled orphans by baking and selling their own homemade breads, pies and cakes. Order by phone or online at their website. (137 2262 2865, 031 6608 3407, bread.of.life.bakery@gmail.com) www.breadoﬂifebakery.org

Sizzler Enjoy unlimited trips to the salad bar along with steaks, seafood, ribs and other grilled treats at this American chain. 1) Daily 11am-9pm. 2/F, Jiamao Shopping Mall, 33 Guangshun Beidajie, Wangjing, Chaoyang District. (6471 3876); 2) Daily 10am-10pm. B1-30 Glory Mall, 18 Chongwenmenwai Dajie,

CCSweets Gourmet, imported ingredients go into the cupcakes, cookies, cakes and sweets Carol Chow makes to order. Custom designs and wedding orders are also available. Daily 10am-8pm. Unit 109, Bldg 11, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6533 6973, www.ccsweets.cn) 喜喜饼朝阳朝阳门外大街6号新城国际11号楼109

Colibri Cafe Colibri offers more than 20 flavors of cupcakes, all handcrafted with fine ingredients. Sandwiches and coffee also on

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Made in China This stylish joint on the first floor of the Grand Hyatt offers some of the city’s finest roast duck. Voted “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Chinese)” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 1/F, Grand Hyatt Hotel, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6510 9608) 长安一号, 东城区东长安街1号东方广场北京东方君悦大酒店1层

时乐, 1) 朝阳区望京广顺北大街嘉茂购物中心二层; 2) 崇文区崇文门外大街18号国瑞城购物中心 B1-30; 3) 东城区东方新天地1区地铁层食通天大街FF16商铺; 4) 西城区君太百货地下一层; 5) 朝阳区建国门外大街21号(国际俱乐部旁边); 6) 朝阳区安贞西里华联商厦2层

绿叶子食品店

Shake ‘Em Buns A popular Hong Kong chain serving classic American burgers. Daily 11.30am-10pm. Unit 105, Bldg 4, China Central Place Apartments, 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8588 8597, www.shakembuns.com)

oﬀer. Daily 10am-10pm. LG51, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 0808) 蜂鸟, 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯

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

Comptoirs de France Oﬀers a variety of freshly baked rolls, baguettes, and loaves of bread alongside tempting pastries and chocolates. Voted “Outstanding Sandwiches” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 7am-8.30pm. 1) Daily 7am-8.30pm. Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics Shop Number 2, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District.; 2) Daily 7am-8.30pm. Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics Shop Number 1, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5927 7597); 3) Daily 7am-8.30pm. 1/F, Bldg 5, Hairun International Apartment, 2B Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5135 7645); 4) Daily 7am-8.30pm. 55-1, Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6416 2853); 5) Daily 7am-10.30pm. Door 102, Paciﬁc Century Place Department Store, 2A Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6539 2005); 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 7am-8.30pm. 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) 朝阳区将台路2号北京和睦家医院 2店; 2) 朝阳区将台路2号北京和睦家医院店; 3) 朝阳区将台路乙2号海润国际公寓商业5号楼1层; 4) 朝阳区幸福村中路55-1号; 5) 朝阳区工体北路甲2号盈科中心商场102单元; 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

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

The Swiss Deli Oﬀers an extensive range of cakes, bakery items, freshly prepared sandwiches and salads, and homemade Swiss chocolate, as well as delicious coﬀee. Daily 7am-10pm. 1/F Swissotel, 2 Chaoyangmen Bei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6553 2288 ext 2127) 东城区潮阳门北大街2号港澳中心瑞士酒店1层

BEIJING DUCK Da Dong Roast Duck The “superlean” roast ducks are regularly hyped as the best in the city, but don’t overlook Da Dong’s other creations. Voted “Best Beijing Duck,” “Best Chinese Restaurant of the Year” and “Best For Impressing Visitors“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-10pm. 1) 5/F, Jinbao Dasha, Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (8522 1234); 2) 1-2/F, Nanxincang International Plaza, 22A Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng District. (5169 0329); 3) 3 Tuanjiehu Beikou, Dongsanhuan Lu (southeast corner of Changhong Qiao), Chaoyang District. (6582 2892/4003) 北京大董烤鸭店, 1) 东城区金宝街金宝大厦5层; 2) 东城区东四十条甲22号南新仓国际大厦1~2楼 (立交桥西南角); 3) 朝阳区团结湖北口3号楼东

Aroma Aroma’s buﬀet oﬀers many distinct cuisines: Japanese, Indian, Chinese and Southeast Asian, as well as Western favorites. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8777) 香溢, 朝阳区华贸中心建国路甲83号丽思卡尔顿酒店

Asia Bistro Hotel-restaurant specializes in cuisine from Thailand and Vietnam, with the key event being the RMB 388/288 brunch buffet (with ﬂowing champagne and wine/with beer) 11.30am-3pm on Sunday afternoons. Voted "Outstanding Hotel Brunch" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 11.30am-3pm on Sunday afternoons. Daily 6am-midnight.. Lobby, JW Marriott Hotel, 83 Jianguo Lu, China Central Place, Chaoyang District. (5908 8511) 朝阳区建国路83号JW万豪酒店 BLD Cafe International buﬀet restaurant featuring showpiece Sunday brunch. Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5863 8223) www.renaissancebeijingcapital.com 朝阳区东三环中路61号北京富力万丽酒店

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Greenfish Floor-to-ceiling windows and “flexitarian” cuisine – fresh and tasty food with a focus on vegetable and seafood dishes. Seafood buffet every Friday and Saturday. Daily 6.30am-11pm. The Ritz-Carlton Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, Jinrong Jie,

DIRECTORY / DINING Xicheng District. (6601 6666 ext 6255) 四季汇, 西城区金城坊东街1号北京金融街丽思卡顿酒店

Jing Watch the chefs in action at this minimalist, open-plan restaurant serving decent Asian and Western cuisine. Daily 5.30am-11.30pm. Basement of The Peninsula Beijing, 8 Jinyu Hutong, Wangfujing, Dongcheng District. (6559 2888 ext 6714) 京, 东城区王府井金鱼胡

Xilu, next to the entrance gate for Side Park, across from Rosedale Hotel, Chaoyang District. (8457 3470) 漫咖啡, 朝阳区将太西路7号

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

门,朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸大酒店4楼

Horizon Good variety of Chinese dishes; classy atmosphere. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. 1/ F, Shangri-La’s Kerry Centre Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833 ext 41) 海天

饭店1层

11号洲际酒店

Red Orange Seasonal menus of Asian and Western dishes, with an open kitchen for cooking-to-order around the clock. Daily 24 hrs. 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

Senses Hosts Bubbly Sundays, one of the most lavish brunches in town. Voted “Outstanding Hotel Brunch” with Taste in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 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

Seasonal Tastes Lively, cool, clean and fresh, this buﬀet restaurant comes with interactive cooking stations and healthful “super foods” corners that help jump start your day. On Sundays, Seasonal Tastes hosts “Bubbalicious,” which readers voted as the “Best Hotel Brunch” in the Beijinger’s 2011 Restaurant Awards. Daily 6.30-10.30am, 11.30am-3pm, 5.30-11pm. 2/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8102) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店2层

Vasco’s International and Chinese culinary hits with a Portuguese twist. On Sundays it hosts FIZZtastic, voted “Outstanding Hotel Brunch” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 6.30-10am, 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-11pm. 5/F, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888) 东城区王府井东街8号希尔顿北京王府井酒店5层

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

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

Cafe Noir Pan-Asian cuisine and European classics served with a garden view. Daily 6.30am-midnight. Traders Upper East Hotel, 2 Dongsihuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5907 8888) 朝阳区东四环北路2号上东盛贸酒店 Hercules Smart design makes you feel right at home, while the sandwiches, served on freshly baked bread, are excellent. Free reﬁlls on caﬀeinated drinks from 2-5pm, and 2-for-1 sandwiches on Tuesdays. Daily 11am-midnight. 2/F, Tongli Studio, Sanlitun, Chaoyang District. (6415 0299) 荷加斯餐吧，朝阳区三里屯同里2楼

Maan Coffee Daily 9am-midnight. 7 Jiangtai

路50号凯宾斯基饭店1层

Fook Lam Moon A legendary Hong Kong institution that aims to remain true to the traditions of Cantonese cuisine with one simple principle: premium ingredients should be allowed to speak for themselves. Voted “Outstanding New Restaurant (Chinese)“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 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

同8号王府半岛酒店地下1层

Monsoon A cafe-style restaurant oﬀering an innovative selection of Asian and Western cuisines. Daily 6-10.30am, 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. InterContinental Beijing Financial Street, 11 Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (5852 5888 ext 5916/5917) 季候风, 西城区金融街

Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 4217) 龙苑中餐厅, 朝阳区亮马桥

阁, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心饭店1层

Moment Cafe Oﬀers a variety of coﬀees, salted and sweet crepes, hot sandwiches and salads all made with fresh, high quality ingredients. 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 Nasca Café “New Zealand” gourmet pizzas with wacky toppings. 1) Daily 8.30am-10pm. 109 Chateau Edinburgh Apartment Building, 1 Baijiazhuang Lu, Chaoyang District. (5967 0966); 2) Daily 10am-11pm. F/1, Great Hyatt International Apt, 38 Zaoyingbeili, Chaoyang District. (6592 4537) 1) 朝阳区白家庄路1号富丽爱丁堡公馆底商109号; 2) 朝阳区枣营北里38号海悦名门公寓1层

Refresh! Serves light fare in the form of sandwiches and paninis, baked goods, smoothies and coﬀee. Daily 8.30am-10pm. 2 Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 1382) 朝阳区工体东路2号

Sequoia Bakery and Cafe Bright and cheerful café that brings the spirit of the independent Seattle coﬀee house to Beijing. Daily 7am-7pm. 1) Unit 1-1, Bldg 7, Jianguomenwai Diplomatic CompoundUnit 1-11, Bldg 7, Jianguomenwai Diplomatic Compound, Chaoyang District. (6501 5503, frank.siegel@gmail.com); 2) Unit B36, B1/F, Kerry Centre Mall, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (8529 6418, frank.siegel@gmail.com) www.sequoiacafe.com 美洲杉, 1) 朝阳区建外公寓7楼1单元1-1号; 2) 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心B1层B36

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

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

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

Choy's Seafood Innovative seafood dishes inspired by the classics. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. 2/F, Marriott Beijing Northeast, 26A Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5927 8888) 采海轩，朝阳区霄云路甲26号海航大厦万豪酒店2层

Crystal Jade High quality Cantonese food and good service in an opulent atmosphere. Voted “Outstanding Cantonese (Aﬀordable)” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11am-4pm, 5-10pm. Store BB82, Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8515 0238); 2) Daily 11am-10pm. 6/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6533 1150/70) 翡翠皇宫酒家, 1) 东城区东长安街1号东方广场地铁层BB82店铺; 2) 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地6层

Dragon Palace Cantonese cuisine and other specialties from around China prepared to exquisite standards and served in an appropriately elegant setting. Try their Beijing duck. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 1/F, Kempinski

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

Lei Garden Flawlessly presented haute Cantonese – abalone, shark’s ﬁn, bird’s nest – and dim sum (11.30am-2.15pm) that many critics hail as Beijing’s best. Voted “Best Cantonese (High-End)” and “Outstanding Dim Sum“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am2.30pm, 5.30-9.30pm. 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 Headed by a master chef trained at the two Michelin-star Ming Court at the Langham Place in Hong Kong, it specializes in Cantonese and Shandong cuisine served in palatial surrounds. Must-try dishes include dim sum along with barbecue meats from the purpose-built barbecue kitchen. Chinese teas handpicked by the resident Beijing tea master and a top-drawer selection of wines and Chinese spirits accompany the feast. Seven suites for private dining, some with staggering views of the runway. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 1 Er Jing Road, Langham Place, Beijing Capital Airport. Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) 明阁, 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店

Ming Yuan A Cantonese restaurant with authentic dim sum and signature dishes like crispy skin chicken. 19 Dongdaqiao Lu (across from The Place), Chaoyang District. (8561 9040)

traditional Cantonese cuisine by Chef Mark Ko from Hong Kong. 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. InterContinental Beijing Financial Street, 11 Financial Street, Xicheng District. (5852 5888) 西城区金融街11号洲际酒店

Zen5es A mix of authentic Cantonese supplemented by signature dishes from China’s other major regional cuisines - Beijing, Shanghai, Sichuan, Hunan, and Zhejiang. Daily 11.30am2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 4/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8121) 朝阳区东三环北路 7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICAN Avocado Tree Big Chipotle-style burritos and sensational guacamole. Daily 10am-9.30pm. 45 Chengfu Lu (150m west of Wudaokou station, north side of street), Haidian District. (188 1024 4682) 油梨树,海淀区成府路45号(五道口地铁站往西150米路北侧)

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

Luga’s The tiny outpust where Luga launched his empire still does a brisk trade in burritos and cheap drinks. Daily 10am-3am. Sanlitun Houjie (opposite Aperitivo), Chaoyang District. (6413 2786) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里对面 Luga's Villa Decent beers and Mexican food ranging from enchiladas and burritos, to fajitas, nachos and more. Set lunches available Mon-Fri. Daily happy hour 11am-8pm. Voted "Outstanding Mexican / Tex-Mex" in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 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

The Saddle Cantina The Saddle Cantina's small ground-ﬂoor bar calls to mind Saddle's roots, while the upstairs is a spread-out dining and drinking area with a 200sqm outdoor balcony. Voted "Best Mexican / Tex-Mex" in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-late. West wing, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu (south of 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (5208 6005) www.beijingsaddle.com 朝阳区三里屯北路81号北京那里花园内西侧二层小楼

明园, 朝阳区朝阳区东大桥路19号楼北(世贸天阶对面)

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

Sun Palace Oﬀers decent dim sum, Cantonese specialties and seafood cooked by Hong Kong chefs. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. 4/F, Crowne Plaza Sun Palace Beijing, Yunnan Dasha, Northeast corner of Taiyanggong Qiao and Xibahe, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6429 8888 ext 6332) 太阳宫中餐厅, 新云南皇冠假日酒店4层, 朝阳区东北三环西坝河太阳宫桥东北角

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

Yao Chi The open kitchen is as lively as any in the city, with around 20 chefs busying themselves on preparing the dim sum and other Cantonese favorites. Daily 11am-2.30pm,5.3010pm. Grand Millennium Beijing, Fortune Plaza, 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 6888) 瑶池中餐厅, 朝阳区东三环中路7号

Yu Daily 12am-2pm, 6-10pm. 83A Jianguo Lu (inside the Ritz-Carlton Hotel), Chaoyang District. Voted “Outstanding Cantonese Restaurant (High-End)“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. (5908 8888) 玉, 朝阳区建国路甲83号

ZEN Revamped Si Chou Lu reinvents the dynasty look with golden opulent tones and

TERRA Cevicheria and bar by the team behind SALT. Oﬀering contemporary Peruvian cuisine and innovative cocktails. Tue-Sun 11am-1am. 1 Sanlitun Nan Lu, Beijing, Chaoyang District. (6591 9148) 朝阳区三里屯南路1号

CONTEMPORARY CHINESE Chynna Serving Northern Chinese cuisine and a range of other regional classics with a modern twist. Daily 10.30am-2pm.5.30-11pm. 5/F Hilton Hotel Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888) 东城区王府井希尔顿酒店王府井东街8号

Green T. House Like Alice stepping into the Mad Hatter’s chinoiserie tea party. Tea-infused fusion cuisine served in a fanciful (and fancifully priced) atmosphere. Daily 11am-11pm. 6 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 8310, 6552 8311, info@green-t-house.com) www. green-t-house.com 紫云轩, 朝阳区工体西路6号 My China Classic Beijing and spicy Sichuan and Hunan cuisine cooked authentically by chefs from the region. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10pm. 2/F, Hilton Beiing Capital Airport. (6458 8888 ext 8901) 北京首都机场希尔顿酒店2层

IFW Managed by the Park Hyatt, IFW oﬀers top

CELEBRATING TEN YEARS

OCTOBER 2011

DIRECTORY / DINING quality cuisine from all around China, prepared at live cooking stations. Mon-Fri 7.30am-10pm, Sat-Sun 10.30am-10pm. B1/F, Park Life, Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1568) 悦食悦香, 朝阳区朝阳区建国门外大街2号北京银泰中心悦·生活地下1层

门外大街1号国贸大酒店79楼

6号蓝色港湾国际商区15-4

(6416 8802) 东城区莫劳龙玺西餐, 工体北路春秀路西北角工人体育馆北门对面

Let’s Seafood Mussels, whole ﬁsh, seafood salads and bouillabaisse at the sister restaurant of Let’s Burger. Daily 11.30am-midnight. 1/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6038) 朝阳区三里屯北街81号那里花园1层

DUMPLINGS

CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL

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 (beside the Nali Mall), Chaoyang District. (6417 8084, alameda_beijing@yahoo.com) 朝阳区三里屯北街

China Grill Get a bird’s eye view of Beijing while dining on grilled meats, seafood and classical Chinese dishes. Daily 6-10.30am, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 66/F, Park Hyatt Hotel, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1234) 北京亮, 朝阳区建国门外大

Modo Modern wine bar serving well over a dozen wines by the glass, as well as small plates of tasty contemporary European cuisine. The team behind the popular Mosto created this space and brought in Enomatic wine dispensers to allow people to explore diﬀerent wines. Voted “Best New Retaurant (Non-Chinese)“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. SunThu noon-10pm, Fri-Sat noon-10.30pm. 3/F, Sanlitun Village South (close to Element Fresh), Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 7207) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区3楼(近新元素)

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

SOHO层5-106室

机场希尔顿酒店

区建国门外大街永安东里8号华彬费尔蒙酒店

Fuel Fun, funky restaurant serving pizzas, gigantic ribs and one of Beijing’s biggest hamburgers. Daily 11am-late. 1/F, Langham Place, 1 Erjing Lu, Beijing Capital International Airport (southwest of Terminal 3), Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店

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

Green Bites Dumpling Bar Healthy steamed dumplings delivered to your door. Daily 10.30am-8.30pm. Unit 5-106, 1/F, Sanlitun Soho, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8590 0475) 绿盒子蒸饺,朝阳区工体北路三里屯

街2号柏悦酒店66层

The CUT Steak & Seafood Grill Features a wide selection of prime quality chilled imported beef, market-fresh seafood and poultry roasted to perfection, and only opens for dinner with contemporary ﬂavorful alternatives such as Castrican lamb, foie gras, and Australian Barramundi that will delight its patrons. Tue-Sat 6-11pm (last order 10.30pm). Fairmont Beijing Hotel, 8 Yong’an Dongli, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8507 3630, thecut.beijing@fairmont.com) 刃, 朝阳

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) www.dintaifung.com.cn 鼎泰丰,

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Mosto Inventive, exciting contemporary food with a South American touch. Voted “Best Business Lunch,” “Best Steak,” “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Non-Chinese),“ “Outstanding For a Romantic Meal“ and “Outstanding Steak“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6030) www.mostobj.com 摸石头, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园3层

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Aria Inventive European food from monthly changing menus. 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, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号中国大饭店二层

Capital M Classy European cooking and Beijing’s best view across Tiananmen Square. Voted “Best Brunch (High-End),” “Best Afternoon Tea,“ “Best Outdoor Dining,” “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (NonChinese),“ “Outstanding Decor,” “Outstanding For Impressing Visitors,“ “Outstanding For a Romantic Meal,“ “Outstanding French (HighEnd)“ and “Outstanding Service“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 11am2.30pm, 6-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am-5pm, 610.30pm (afternoon tea between 2.30-5pm). 3/F, 2 Qianmen Pedestrian Street (southeast of Qianmen, overlooking Tian’anmen Square), Chongwen District. (6702 2727) www.capitalm-beijing.com 崇文区前门步行街2号3层 (尽览天安门全景)

Czech Pub A pub that serves Czech and other Eastern European fare. Daily 11am11pm, Ritan Highlife, 39 Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang District (85615568) 捷克餐吧,朝阳区神路街

Park Side Bar & Grill This family-friendly restaurant featuring a pleasant garden terrace is ideal for both dating or family dining. Burgers, steaks, wings, salads, sandwiches, steaks and other Western fare, complemented by a healthy wine list. Daily 10am-late. 9-6 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6444 6555, info@parksidebeijing. com)www.parksidebeijing.com 园景, 朝阳区将台西路9-6号(珀丽酒店对面)

Royal Smushi House Restaurant, café and bakery from Copenhagen named after their petite smorrebrod oﬀerings. Daily 7am10.30pm. 8 Dongzhimenwai Dajie (north end of Sanlitun Bar Street), Chaoyang District. (6416 9664) 朝阳区东直门外大街8号(三里屯酒吧街北口)

Scene a Cafe This two-level restaurant offers a buffet with a wide selection of pastas, salads, mains and desserts made in eight differently themed open kitchens. Daily 6am1am. China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 35) 咖啡苑, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号中国大饭店

Vineyard Cafe Hip hutong cafe specializes in comfort food and hearty breakfasts. Voted “Outstanding Brunch” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Tue-Sun 11.30am-10.30pm, closed Mon. 31 Wudaoying Hutong (just north of the Confucius temple), Dongcheng District. (6402 7961, info@vineyardcafe.cn) www.vineyardcafe.cn 葡萄院儿, 东城区五道营胡同31号 YellowStone Restaurant & Bar A relaxed atmosphere for informal dining and casual drinks. Daily 9am-1am. Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou, Bldg 28, 8 Beichen Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6481 7000) 黄玉石, 朝阳区北辰东路8

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Gori An international eatery with everything from Thai to terriyaki opened by the muchloved Igosso/Pekotan team. Daily 11am-midnight. 1/F, Tower AB, The Oﬃce Park (Yuanyang Guanghua International), 10 Jintong Xilu (near Central Park/The Place), Chaoyang District. (8590 6266) 朝阳区金桐西路10号远洋光华国际 AB座1楼 (近新城国际/世贸天阶)

Grill 79 A captivating destination for international dining. Savor the delicate ﬂavors of simple, wild and fresh ingredients that each season has to oﬀer. One of the most extensive wine lists in Beijing includes premium selections of New World wines. Mon-Thu & Sun noon-2am; Fri-Sat noon-4am. 79/F, China World Summit Wing, China World Trade Center Phase 3, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2299 ext 6424) 朝阳区朝阳区建国

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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, Sun Brunch noon-4pm. 2/F, 9 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite the Japanese School, west of Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6437 8457) www.saltrestaurantbeijing.com 盐, 朝阳区将台西路9号2层

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Scarlett Chic wine bar and restaurant with Beijing’s best cheese selection. Daily 6pm-3am. Hotel G, 7A Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 2880) www.hotel-g.com 朝阳区工体西路甲7号北京极栈内

Water Fusion cuisine by the lakeside. Specials on set meals during the week plus afternoon tea until 5pm daily. Solana 15-4, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6008, 137 0113 1533 English) 子水,朝阳区朝阳公园路

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FRENCH Brasserie Flo Owned by the powerful Flo Group, and now a Beijing institution. French classics include the onion soup and profiteroles. Voted “Best French (Affordable)” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-3pm, 5.30-11pm. Rainbow Plaza (Longbo Guangchang), 16 Dongsanhuan Beilu (south of the Great Wall Sheraton), Chaoyang District. (6595 5135/9) www.flo.cn 北京福楼餐

Morel’s Sanlitun stalwart serves Belgianstyle steak tartare from locally bred beef and tasty mussels. Voted “Outstanding French (Aﬀordble)“ in our 2011 Restaurant Awards. Mon-Sat 11.30am-1am. Gongti Beilu (opposite Workers’ Gymnasium North Gate, northwest corner of Chunxiu Lu), Dongcheng District.

Cafe de la Poste Beijing’s French community pack in every night for steaks, salads, cheese and wine. Voted “Outstanding French (Aﬀordable)” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-3pm, 6pm-late. 58 Yonghegong Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6402 7047) www.cafedelaposte.com.cn 东城区雍和宫大街58号

Jaan A light and innovative interpretation of classic French cuisine in a regal period setting. Daily noon-2pm, 6.30-10pm. Raﬄes Beijing Hotel, 33 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng

DIRECTORY / DINING District. (8500 4186, 6526 3388 ext 4186) 家安,

sales@germanbakery.com.cn) 德南面包房, 朝

东城区东长安街33号北京饭店莱佛士

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Le Cabernet French bistro opens its summer terrace, serving wine, juice cocktail, beer and ice creams. Daily 9am-midnight. Novotel Peace Beijing, 3 Jinyu Hutong, Wangfujing, Dongcheng District. (6512 8833 ext 7621) novotel.com 卡本妮法餐厅, 东城区王府井金鱼

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

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Le Petit Gourmand Good value French fare and a library of over 9,000 books. Voted “Outstanding French (Affordble)“ in our 2011 Restaurant Awards. Sun-Thu 9.30am-midnight, Fri-Sat 9.30am-1am. 3/F, Tongli Studios, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6417 6095, fax 6413 0765) www.lepetitigourmand. com.cn 小美食家, 朝阳区三里屯后街同里3层 Le Pré Lenôtre Exudes all the pomp of fine French dining and matches it with professional service and accomplished food. Voted “Outstanding French (High-End)“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am2.30pm, 6.30-11.30pm. 6/F, Sofitel Hotel, Bldg C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 6666) 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场C座6层

Maison Boulud Famous New York chef Daniel Boulud brings his take on French food to Beijing. Excellent food and service. Voted “Best French (high-end),” “Best Service," "Best for a Romantic Meal,” “Best Wine List,” “NonChinese Restaurant of the Year,” “Outstanding Brunch (High-End),“ “Outstanding Decor” and “Outstanding For Impressing Visitors“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 6-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-4pm, 6-10.30pm. Ch’ien Men 23, 23 Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6559 9200) 布鲁宫法餐厅, 东城区前门东大街23号

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号北京香格里拉饭店新阁一层

Tonton & Tata Alsace This French restaurant and bar features Alsatian cuisine, ranging from mauricette, ﬂamed tarts, choucroute and baeckeoﬀe to terrines, foie gras and Alsatian apple tart. Daily 11am-11pm. B1-239 Tower 2, Sanlitun Soho, Chaoyang District. (136 8120 6738) 阿尔萨斯法式餐酒吧, 朝阳区三里屯 Soho2号楼B1-239

FUSION CHAO Located in Solana with an open interior, CHAO serves up a variety of fusion foods with a French touch, with daily homemade bread and an extensive wine list. Daily 11am-11pm. RS-17, Bldg 11, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 1778) 潮, 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾11栋RS-17号

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

GERMAN Paulaner Brauhaus One of Beijing’s best choices for authentic (if pricey) German food. The Paulaner brews its own beer. Daily 11am-1am. Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5732) http://paulanerbrauhaus.com/beijing/home 普拉那啤酒坊餐厅, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店

Schindler’s Anlegestelle (Schindler’s Docking Station) The Sanlitun sister of Schindler’s Tankstelle (the Filling Station) has great sausages, pork knuckle and draft beers. Daily 11am-late. 10 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (6463 1108) 申德勒码头餐厅, 朝阳区三里屯北小街10号

South German Bakery, Cafe Konstanz and Bodenseestube Provides a variety of German and European rye, wheat and white breads, along with tasty homemade cakes and sweets. Restaurant daily 9am-10pm. Bakery daily 7am-10pm. 27 Haoyun Jie (Lucky Street), 29 Zaoying Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0201,

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GREEK Argo’s Beijing’s longest-standing Greek restaurant brings the spanakopita. Daily 11.30am11pm. 59 Wudaoying Hutong (100 meters west of Vineyard Café), Dongcheng District. (8403 9748) 东城区五道营胡同59号

GROCERY STORES Jenny Lou’s These Western grocery stores have, along with the usual staples, fresh meat and cheese, unusual pasta shapes, unsweetened yogurt, fresh herbs ... we could go on and on. 1) 8am-10pm. 101, Bldg 17, Central Park International Apartments, Chaoyang District. (6533 6792); 2) Daily 8am-10pm. Laiguangying Donglu (opposite Heping Hospital), Chaoyang District. (8470 1557); 3) Daily 8am-10pm. Bldg 4, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 2253); 4) Daily 8am-9pm. Inside East Lake Villa Clubhouse, Chaoyang District. (6467 8018); 5) Daily 8ammidnight. 4 Ritan Beilu (opposite to Fancaodi Primary School), Chaoyang District. (8563 0626); 6) Daily 8am-10pm. 6 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (6461 6928); 7) Daily 8am-midnight. South of Chaoyang Park’s West Gate, Chaoyang District. (6501 6249) www. jennyshop.com.cn 婕妮璐, 1) 朝阳区朝阳区新城国际17号楼101; 2) 朝阳区来广营东路和平医院对面; 3) 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho4号楼; 4) 朝阳区东湖别墅会所里; 5) 朝阳区日坛北路4号(芳草地小学对面); 6) 朝阳区三里屯北小街6号; 7) 朝阳区朝阳公园西门南侧

Jenny Wang Grocery chain run by Jenny Lou’s sister. 1) Daily 8am-midnight. Hairun International Apartment, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5135 8338); 2) Daily 7.30 am-10pm. Pinnacle Plaza, Shunyi District. (8046 2316/3302); 3) Daily 9am-8pm. River Garden, Shunyi District. (8046 5109); 4) Yosemite Branch, Shunyi District. (8041 7063); 5) 8am-9.30pm. Chateau Regalia Branch, Shunyi District. (6450 8108); 6) Bldg 5, Grasse Town, Songzhuang, Tongzhou District. (8951 6858); 7) Beijing Euro Village Branch, Shunyi District. (8046 2316, 8046 3302) 1) 朝阳区将台路2号海润国际公寓底商; 2) 顺义区荣祥广场; 3) 顺义区裕京花园别墅区内; 4) 顺义区优山美地别墅区; 5) 顺义区丽高王府别墅区; 6) 通州区通州区宋庄镇葛渠村格拉斯小镇5号楼底商; 7) 顺义区欧陆苑别墅区对面

GUIZHOU & GUANGXI Miao Minority Restaurant Caters to the dinner-and-show crowd with its nightly minority show. Dishes include Guizhou-style dog meat hot pot. 1) Daily 10am-2pm, 4-9.30pm. 300m north of the west gate of Tsinghua University, Haidian District. (6256 9150); 2) Daily 11am1.30pm, 4-9pm. 54 Fuxingmen Dajie (across from Minzugong), Xicheng District. (6607 9738) 盛祥, 1) 海淀区清华大学西门北侧300米路西; 2) 西城区复兴门大街54号(民族宫对面)

HOMESTYLE & PRIVATE CUISINE Xiao Wang Fu Down home Chinese food of consistent quality in atmospheres ranging from humble (Guanghua Lu) to elegant (Ritan). Also serves crisp-skinned roast duck. Voted “Best Kung Pao Chicken” in the Beijinger’s 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11.30am2pm, 5.30-10pm. Inside the North Gate of Ritan Park, Ritan Lu, Chaoyang District. (8561 5985); 2) Daily 11am-10.30pm. Bldg 2, Guanghua Lu Dongli, Chaoyang District. (6591 3255); 3) Daily 5.30pm-1am. 15 Qianhai Beiyan, Xicheng District. (6617 5558) 小王府, 1) 朝阳区日坛路日坛公园北门内; 2) 朝阳区光华路东里2号楼; 3) 西城区前海北沿15号

HOT POT Haidilao Hot Pot This popular eatery is as famous for its hospitality as it is for its authentic Sichuan cuisine. Voted “Best Hot Pot,” “Out-

standing Restaurant of the Year (Chinese),” and “Outstanding Service“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 24hrs. 2A Baijiazhuang Lu (next to No. 80 Middle School), Chaoyang District. (6595 2982); 2) Daily 24hrs. 7/F, New Wedding Shopping Center, 109 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6617 4063); 3) Daily 10.30am-3am. 3/F, Beiyue Dasha, 2A Huixin Dongjie, Chaoyang District. (8463 9300) 海底捞火锅, 1) 朝阳区白家庄路甲2号 (八十中学西侧); 2) 西城区西单北大街109号婚庆大楼7层; 3) 朝阳区惠新东街甲2号北奥大厦3层

HUAIYANG Summer Palace Light and delicious Huaiyang and Cantonese cuisine cooked with ﬂair. Check out their daily tea cocktails and French Bordeaux selections. Voted “Outstanding Cantonese Restaurant (High-End)“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am2pm, 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

Wumingju Elaborate dishes with a distinct Jiangsu and Huaiyang ﬂavor. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-9.30pm. 32 Zaoying Beili, Maizidian Jie, Chaoyang District. (6502 1568) 无名居,朝阳区麦

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Indian Restaurant (Marriott Northeast) Sleek décor, comfy seating and one of the richest Indian dining experiences in the city. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 7.30-10pm. 2/F, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast, 26A Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5927 8888) 朝阳区霄云路甲26号海航大厦万豪酒店2层

Mirch Masala Tasty, authentic and affordable in a pleasant, well-lit environment. Vegan friendly. Delivery also available. Daily 11am10.30pm. 1 Jingyang Hutong (50m west off Nanluogu Xiang) Dongcheng District. (6406 4347) 东城区景阳胡同1号(南锣鼓巷往东50米) Mughal's Restaurant Friendly staff serve up authentic Indian and Pakistani tandoori and curry dishes. Also offers weekdays set lunch and summertime terrace seating. Voted “Outstanding Indian/Pakistani” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-3pm, 6-11pm. 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6082/134 , 6638 2160, mughalsresta urant@vip.163.com) www.mughalsrestaurant. net 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园4层

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HUNAN & HUBEI Karaiya Spice House Well-executed Hunan fare, sound service and a laidback ambience. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. Bldg 8, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 3535) 朝阳区朝阳区三里屯路19号The Village南区8号楼

Liujia Guo Hunan restaurant famous for its bu er guo – a ﬁsh soup served in a huge clay pot that can feed four. Daily 10am-11pm. 19 Nanheyan Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6524 1487) 刘家锅, 东城区南河沿大街19号 Wuhan Reganmian The closest thing to authentic hot-dry noodles in Beijing. Tianxiu Huayuan Lu, Nongda Nanlu intersection, Haidian District (west of Beijing Construction University) (no tel) 海淀区农大南路西口天秀花园路建设大学西侧

Xiang Ming Yuan Xiangcai favorites like hongshaorou (braised pork in claypot) and duojiao yutou (ﬁsh heads with sweet peppers). Daily 9.30am-2pm, 4.30-11pm. 1 Gongti Nanlu, Workers’ Stadium south gate, Chaoyang District. (6552 5493) 湘明园, 朝阳区工体南路1号

IMPERIAL Guoyao Xiaoju Serving well-priced, quality Tan-style cuisine without any gimmicks. Daily 10am-2.30pm, 4.30-9pm. 58 Jiaodaokou Santiao, Dongcheng District. (6403 1940) 国肴小居, 东城区东城区交道口北三条58号

Najia Xiaoguan Consistently well-executed Manchu cuisine. Daily 11.30am-10pm. 10 Yonganli (south of the LG Twin Towers, west of 119 Middle School), Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6567 3663, 6568 6553); 2) Daily 11.30am-10pm. 1 Yikesong (south of Botanical Gardens crossroad), Fragrant Hills, Haidian District. (8259 8588) 那家小馆, 1) 朝阳区建国门外大街永安里10号(双子座大厦南侧, 119中学西侧); 2) 海淀区香山一棵松29号(植物园十字路口南)

Punjabi Indian Restaurant The Beijing branch is the seventh store of this nationwide chain and serves up tasty Punjabi cuisine with a focus on tandoor-roasted meats. Buﬀet specials on Tue, Fri and Sat nights. Daily 11.15am-11.15pm. C-8, 2/F, Lucky Street, Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0221/23) www.punjabichina.com 本杰比, 朝阳区朝阳公园路好运街2楼C-8号

The Taj Pavilion Friendly management and some of Beijing’s ﬁnest Indian food in an authentic setting. Voted “Outstanding Indian/Pakistani” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 1) L222, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 3238); 2) China Overseas Plaza (northwest of China World Shopping Mall), 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

ITALIAN Alio Olio Classic, tasty and aﬀordable Italian cuisine. West gate of Chaoyang Park, Chaoyang District. (6594 0938) 朝阳区朝阳公园西门

INDIAN/PAKISTANI Ganges Indian Restaurant Southern and northern Indian classics like chicken tikka masala and lamb rogan josh. Voted “Best Indian/Pakistani” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11pm. 1) S93-3, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 0181/6121); 2) Sancaitang Xiezi Lou, 160 Chengfu Lu, Haidian District. (6262 7944); 3) 5/B, Hairun International Apartment, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5135 8353); 4) 138A, B1/F, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 2999) www.ganges-restaurant. com 恒河印度餐厅, 1) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯VillageS93-3; 2) 海淀区成府路160号三才堂写字楼1层13号; 3) 朝阳区将台路2号海润国际公寓底商5号; 4) 朝阳区光华路9号世贸天阶

Annie’s Unpretentious, aﬀordable and popular Italian chain. Voted “Best Italian

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CELEBRATING TEN YEARS

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DIRECTORY / DINING (Aﬀordable)” and “Best Family-Friendly Restaurant” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Free delivery. 1) 11am-11pm. Ritan High Life 2-3-93, (across from North Gate of Ritan Park), Chaoyang District. (8569 3031); 2) Daily 11.30am-11pm. 16 Dongsanhuan Lu (next to CD Jazz Club), Chaoyang District. (6503 3871); 3) Daily 11am-11pm. West Gate of Soho New Town, 88 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8589 8366); 4) Daily 11am-11pm. A1 Nongzhan Nanlu (near the west gate of Chaoyang Park), Chaoyang District. (6591 1931); 5) Daily 11am-11pm. Jiuxianqiao, Jiangtai Lu, Shangye Jie, Chaoyang District. (6436 3735); 6) Daily 11.30am-11pm. Across from Western Academy Beijing, 5 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8470 4768) 7) Daily 11am-11pm. 1/F, Ruisai Business Building (opposite the Ascott Beijing), 2 Dongsanhuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District (6568 5890) 安妮, 1) 朝阳区神路街 39号日坛上街2-3-93; 2) 朝阳区东三环路16号 (农展馆正门南侧); 3) 朝阳区建国路88号Soho现代城西门; 4) 朝阳区农展南路甲1号 (朝阳公园西门南侧); 5) 朝阳区酒仙桥将台路商业街; 6) 朝阳区来广营东路5号京西学校对面; 7) 朝阳区东三环南路2号瑞赛大厦商务楼1层(雅诗阁服务公寓对面)

Barolo Casual yet upscale Italian with a gleaming open kitchen and superior service. Mon-Sat 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 2/F, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, China Central Place, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8888) 巴罗洛, 朝阳区建国路甲83

Cepe Authentic northern Italian cuisine in a modern, trendy setting. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. The Ritz-Carlton Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6629 6996) 意味轩, 西城区金城坊东街 1号北京金融街丽思卡顿酒店大堂

Ciro’s Pomodoro This spacious Italian diner has nightly performances, DJs, live bands, a long extended bar, and alfresco seating. Daily 11am-3am. 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6008) 波莫多洛, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号

Bei A contemporary Asian restaurant, with a range of reinterpreted traditional dishes from Japan, Northern China and Korea. Daily 5.30-10.30pm. B1/F, The Opposite House, Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6410 5230, info@beirestaurant.com) www.beirestaurant.com 北, 朝阳区三里屯路 11号三里屯Village1号楼瑜舍地下1层

Haru Teppanyaki and Sushi Bar Simple, elegant collection of small private rooms each featuring a teppenyaki grill as the centerpiece. Costly but delicious. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30pm-10pm. 1) Unit N4-30, 3/F, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Road, Chaoyang District. (6415 2112); 2) 902 Pinnacle Plaza, Jingshun Lu, Shunyi District. (8046 5112) 尚水长廊铁板烧餐厅, 1) 朝阳区三里屯路11号院 (Village北区)能号楼3层N4-30单元; 2) 顺义区天竺镇开发区荣祥广场902

ONGOING: HAIRY CRAB SPECIAL Hot-ticket crabs at The Private Room. (5863 8203) 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路61号北京富力万丽酒店1层

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

Luce Italian restaurant by day, hosts everything from networking events to techno parties by night. Sun-Thu noon-2am; Fri-Sat noon-4am. 138 Jiugulou Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8402 4417) www.luceluna.com 路溪, 东城区旧鼓楼大街138号

Luga’s Little Italy Italian classics from Luga. Daily 11am-11pm. Above Luga’s Villa, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 2786) 朝阳区三里屯后街

Metro One of Beijing’s oldest Italian restaurants, where diners can match sauces and freshly made pastas. Voted “Outstanding Italian (Aﬀordable)“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm; Sat-Sun 11.30am-10pm. 9 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 7828) 美特柔, 朝

(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) www. tavola-bj.com 塔沃拉意大利餐厅, 朝阳区东方东路19号亮马桥外交公寓会所2层

Trattoria La Gondola The Kempinski’s Italian restaurant boasts elegant decor and an extensive wine list. The menu oﬀers pasta, risotto, veal and seafood, among a host of other Italian classics. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm and 5.3011pm. Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5707) 意大利威尼斯餐厅，朝阳区凯宾斯基饭店亮马桥路50号

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

JAPANESE

大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Invincible Ramen All the elements combine for Beijing’s most divine ramen. Daily 11am10.30pm. 32 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6467 7688) 无敌家浜骨汤创作面坊, 朝阳区霄云路32号

Inagiku Time-honored Tokyo brand delivering traditional Kyoto-style ﬁne dining created with top-end ingredients from around the world. Daily 11am-3pm, 6-10.30pm. Rm 315, 3/F, Park Life, Yintai Centre, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8517 2838) 稻菊, 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银泰中心悦生活315

Kagen Stainless steel tables and cool electronica music accompany tasty marinated meat grilled fresh at each table. Daily 10.30am-2pm, 5.30-9.30pm. B1/F, Bldg C, Heqiao Dasha, 8 Guanghua Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6583 6830) 火源, 朝阳区光华东路8号

Nishimura Teppanyaki, robatayaki, sushi and more in a stylish setting. Daily 11.30am2.30pm, 6-10pm. Shangri-La Hotel, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6841 2211 ext 2719) 西村餐厅, 海淀区紫竹院路29号香格

城区前门东大街23号

里拉饭店2层

Obentos Healthy, fresh bento delivery service. Mon-Fri 11am-10pm, Sat-Sun 10am-10pm. Unit 106-107, Bldg 9, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6597 0085, 6597 0223) 本之味,朝阳区朝阳门外大街新城国际9号

Danieli’s Elegant Italian restaurant in the St. Regis hotel oﬀers classic Italian fare, including freshly made pasta and a selection of Italian wines. Set business lunch menus are more appealing for diners on a budget. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm, Sat-Sun 6-10pm. 2/F, St Regis Hotel, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6460 6688 ext 2441) 丹尼

楼106-107室

Restaurant T Two-story modern Japanese restaurant that features seasonal Kaiseki sets and tempura. Mon-Sat 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. Unit 28, 1/F, Tower C, The Oﬃce Park (Yuanyang Guanghua International), 10 Jintong Xilu, Chaoyang District. (8590 6581) 紫兆, 朝

艾丽意大利餐厅, 朝阳区建国门外大街21号国际俱乐部饭店2层

Eatalia Crackling thin-crust Italian pizza and decadent ravioli. Daily 11.30am-midnight. 1012 Huaqing Jiayuan, Haidian District. (151 1026 2017) 海淀区华清嘉园10-12号

阳区金桐西路10号远洋光华国际C座1层28单元

Tavola Excellent Neapolitan-style Italian cuisine in a setting that works equally well for intimate dinners or group events. Business set lunch RMB 108-138. Voted “Outstanding Italian

INDULGE WITH KEMPINSKI! An RMB 250 voucher for all Kempinski dining outlets could be yours if you can tell us: In which year was the ﬁrst Oktoberfest held in Munich? Email your answer to win@thebeijinger.com.

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50号凯宾斯基饭店

阳区东三环北路乙8号亮马花卉市场爱尔兰酒吧内地下1层

Ristorante Sadler Owned by two-star Michelin chef Claudio Sadler, this restaurant delivers well-executed dishes in a contemporary ﬁne-dining setting. Daily noon-2pm, 6.30-10.30pm. Ch’ien Men 23, 23 Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6559 1399) 东

金融中心105

Honzen Contemporary Japanese, featuring a tempting selection of sushi, sashimi, tempura and grilled dishes. Mon-Sat 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 4200) 朝阳区亮马桥路

New Tokyo Wonderfully strange Japanese restaurant-cum-bar, popular with Japanese expats and the business crowd. Mon-Fri 5pm1am, Sat-Sun 11am-1am. B1/F, Durty Nellie’s, Liangmaqiao Flower Market, 8B Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (135 5278 7174) 朝

Prego A modern Italian restaurant serving authentic regional home-style dishes prepared by an Italian chef. Daily 11am-11.30pm. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6606 8866 ext 7815) 意大利餐厅, 西城区金融

Fratelli Fresh The spotless open kitchen produces fresh Tuscan-fare: pastas, wood-ﬁred pizzas, meat and ﬁsh, as well as large T-bone steaks. Daily 10.30am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 1/F, Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District.

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

和乔大厦C座地下1层

阳区工体西路9号

Cornerstone Feel-good Italian-American dining. Oﬀers something for everyone including favorites such as spaghetti and meatballs, and mac and cheese. Enjoy family-friendly service and an aﬀordable wine selection and cocktails. Daily 10am-11pm. Unit 105, World Financial Center, 1 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 8488) 朝阳区东三环中路1号环球

Hatsune Alan Wong’s ﬁrst Beijing restaurant specializes in unique sushi and hand rolls. Voted “Best Japanese” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.3010pm. 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)

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Ba Xi Wei Authentic, fresh and tasty Japanese BBQ skewers. Good selection of sake, shochu and Japanese teas. 1) Douban Hutong (northwest corner of Dongmencang Hutong and Douban Hutong intersection), Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng District. (6406 4769); 2) North of Yonganli Zhongjie and Tonghuihe Beilu T-junction, Chaoyang District. (6566 1659); 3) South gate (next to Jingkelong), Gaojiayuan residential area, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (6431 9866) 八喜为， 1) 东城区东四十条东门仓胡同和豆瓣胡同十字路口西北角; 2) 朝阳区建国门外通惠河北路永安里中街丁字路口北; 3) 朝阳区将台路高家园社区南门京客隆旁边

Sake Manzo This small “dining bar” has a terriﬁc home-style menu and a shochu (Panjiayuan) selection. 1) Daily 6pm-midnight. 7A, Tuanjiehu Beisantiao (to open in early August), Chaoyang District. (6436 1608); 2) Daily 6pm-midnight;. 1/F, Yilongfang, Yilongtai Apartment, 28 Panjiayuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (8770 8767) www.manzo-dining.com 慢走日本烧灼餐厅, 1) 朝阳区团结湖北三条甲 7号(八月初营业); 2) 朝阳区潘家园南里28号漪龙台公寓伊龙坊1层

Sanma No Aji A Gulou izakaya that serves skewers of yakitori chicken and shrimp, ramen and more. Daily noon-11am-11.30pm. 70 Beiluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District (6407 8336) 秋刀鱼之味,东城区北锣鼓巷70号

DIRECTORY / DINING Sushiyano KagayakiWatch their master chef ply his craft at the bar while you sip their notable sake pours. Mon-Sat 11am-2pm, 6pm-2am. Sun 11am-2pm, 6-10pm. Gaojiayuan South Gate, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (6431 9866) 朝阳区将台路高家园社区南门(京克隆旁边)

Suzumei A great corner nook Japanese restaurant and bar in Sanyuanli that somehow ﬁnds a way to oﬀer a bit of everything; there’s eel over rice, yakitori, sashimi and more. Mon-Sat 5pm-midnight (or until last customer leaves). Mon-Sat 5pm-midnight (or until last customer leaves). 1/F, Bldg 6, Sanyuanli residential compound (north side), 2 Xinyuan Jie, Chaoyang District. (6466 0204) 朝阳区新源街2号三源里小区6号楼1层北侧

Tairyo Teppanyaki All-you-can eat teppanyaki by knife-wielding chefs who slice and dice everything from beef and lamb chops to cod ﬁlets and shrimp in front of you. RMB 198 for all-you-can-eat-and-drink. Voted “Outstanding Japanese” in the Beijinger’s 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 10am-1pm, 5-11pm. 305 China View, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 1180/1); 2) Daily 11am-2pm, 5-11pm. 2/F, Yaxing Mansion, Maizidian Jie, Chaoyang District. (6461 2336); 3) Mon-Fri 10am-1pm, 5-11pm. Bldg E, Shenggu Jiayuan, Anzhen Qiao, Chaoyang District. (6444 8855/66); 4) Daily 11am-10pm. 15 Wanliu Zhonglu, Haidian District. (8256 6044); 5) Daily 11.30am-3pm, 5.30-11pm. S2-32, 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 8075, 6416 0075) www.tairyo.cn 大渔铁板烧, 1) 朝阳区工体东路中国红街305号; 2) 朝阳区麦子店街亚星大厦 2层; 3) 朝阳区安贞桥胜古家园E座; 4) 海淀区万柳中路15号; 5) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯 Village南区3层S2-32

Takenosuke Authentic Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki omelets and teppanyaki. MonFri 5-11pm, Sat-Sun 11am-11pm. Unit 5081, 5/F, Bldg D, Chaowai Soho, 6B Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6431 8238) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街乙6号朝外SOHO,D座5楼 5081室

Tori Tei This raucous Japanese BBQ restaurant does a tasty line in chicken, beef and vegetable skewers, washed down with icecold Kirin beer and pots of sake. Daily 11ammidnight. 8, Xinyuanli Zhongjie, Chaoyang District. (6461 4513) 朝阳区新源里中街8号 Yotsuba Incomparably fresh, traditional Japanese fare. Call ahead several days for reservations; large parties are not recommended. 1) Tue-Sun 5-11pm. Next to Bldg 2, Xinyuan Xili Zhongjie (near Xindong Lu), Chaoyang District. (6467 1837); 2) Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5-10pm. 2/F, Bldg 8, Lakeview Place, Dragon Bay Villa, Shayu Huanlu, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8042 2284) 四叶, 1) 朝阳区新源西里中街2号楼旁(近新东路); 2) 顺义区后沙峪镇沙峪环路8号楼2层

KOREAN Ai Jiang Shan This upscale Korean barbecue and seafood restaurant in the Lido area proves that char-grilling and composure can go together. Choose from octopus, sashimi and various cuts of beef. Voted “Outstanding Korean” in the Beijinger’s 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-10pm. North Gate of Si’de Park, 39 Jiangtai Xilu, Chaoyang District. (8456 9511) www.aijiangshan.com 爱江山, 朝阳区将台西路四德公园北门

Saveurs de Corée Daily noon-11pm. 128-1 Xiang’er Hutong, Dongcheng District. (5741 5753) 东城区香饵胡同128-1号

MEDITERRANEAN George’s Mediterranean Cuisine Owned by a Hong Kong native, this hidden gem oﬀers some of the best Greek moussaka in town. Daily noon-3pm, 6-10pm. 1A Fangcaodi Beixiang, Chaoyang District. (8561 3357) 佐治地中海餐厅, 朝阳区芳草地北巷甲1号

Palette Vino This hutong restaurant oﬀers great value for money with its set meals and quality food, not to mention the wine selection. Daily 11am-10pm. 5 Dongsi Shiyitiao, Dongcheng District. (6405 4855) www.palettewines.cn 派乐坊, 东城区东四十一条5号 Sureño Modern Mediterranean cuisine from a beautiful open kitchen with woodﬁred ovens. Voted “Best Italian (High-End)” and “Outstanding Wine List” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-3.30pm, 6-

10.30pm. B1/F, The Opposite House, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6410 5240) www.surenorestaurant.com 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village瑜舍地下1层

MIDDLE EASTERN 1001 Nights Some of the best Middle Eastern food in Beijing plus nightly belly dancing. Voted “Outstanding Middle Eastern” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-2am. Gongti Beilu (opposite Zhaolong Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6532 4050) www.1001nights.cn 1001 夜, 朝阳区工体北路兆龙饭店对面

Biteapitta Falafels, hummus, sandwiches and shawarma. Set meals available. Good value for money. Voted "Best Middle Eastern” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am11pm. 2/F, Tongli Studio (same block as Le Petit Gourmand), Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6467 2961, ilovepitta@biteapitta. com) 吧嗒饼, 朝阳区三里屯后街同里2层

Rumi Its plush, minimalist interior is inviting, but the savory kebabs seal the deal. Voted “Outstanding Middle Eastern” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30ammidnight. 1A Gongti Beilu (opposite Zhaolong Hotel), Chaoyang District. (8454 3838) www. rumigrill.com 入迷, 朝阳区工体北路甲1号兆龙饭店对面

Turkish Mum Traditional Turkish fare and a good wine list. Daily 11.30am-11.30pm. 3 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8532 3979) 土耳其妈妈, 朝阳区工体北路3号

PIZZA Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory Pizza delivery service oﬀering ten “gourmet” toppings featuring wine-soaked blackcurrants, fresh pesto and New Zealand mozzarella. Voted “Outstanding Pizza“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-midnight. Bldg. 3, China View, (rear side, opposite City Hotel), Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 1404/1370) www.gunghopizza.com 叫板!比萨, 朝阳区工体东路中国红街3号楼

The Kro’s Nest Huge pizzas and other caloriﬁc treats such as Kro’s Kurly fries and pizza innovations like pizza sliders. Voted “Outstanding New Restaurant (Non-Chinese)“ and “Outstanding Pizza“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 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 10-1am. 35 Xiaoyun Lu (opposite Renaissance Beijing Chaoyang Hotel, next to Kou Fu Ju restaurant), Chaoyang District. (8391 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(国航大厦万丽酒店对面, 口福居旁)

Pizza by LMPlus Italian-style thin-crust pizza with a fresh, herby tomato base. Daily 11am-11pm. 111 Tower 11, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6597 0108) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号新城国际 11号楼111号

The Tree Popular thin-crust pies, best washed down with Belgian beer. Voted “Best Pizza” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-2am. 43 Sanlitun Beijie (100m west of Sanlitun North Bar street, Youyi Youth Hostel, behind Poachers Inn), Chaoyang District. (6415 1954) www.treebeijing.com 隐蔽的树, 朝阳区三里屯北街以西100米Poachers后面三里屯医院旁

RUSSIAN Queen’s Cafe A Hong Kong institution serving up Russian cuisine, done HK-style. Daily 12am-11pm. 3/F, S9, Sanlitun Village South (close to Karaiya Spice House), 19

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DIRECTORY / DINING Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 1928, info@queenscafe.com) 皇后饭店, 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区3层(近辣屋)

White Nights Get your ruble’s worth with succulent peppercorn beef tenderloin accompanied by a working man’s serving of creamy mashed potato. Daily 10.30am-midnight. 13A Beizhong Jie (oﬀ Dongzhimennei Dajie), Dongcheng District. (8402 9595) 白夜西餐, 东

District. (6566 8001; 182 0165 2683 for English) 同和春野生鱼庄, 1) 海淀区太平路甲23号; 2) 朝阳区建外大街建华南路11号

SOUTHEAST ASIAN

城区东直门内大街北中街甲13号

SHANGHAI

Flamme International Grill This stylish twoﬂoor bar and grill features American steaks. Lava chocolate cake is a special delight. Voted “Outstanding New Restaurant (Non-Chinese)“ and “Outstanding Steak“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-midnight. S433, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 8608) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯 Grange This steakhouse serves mean and delicate cuts with dipping sauces doled out of beakers and pipettes. Mon-Fri 11.30-3pm (lunch), daily 5.30-11pm (dinner). 2/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888) 朝阳区东三环北

区鼓楼西大街 (近甘露胡同)

Shanghai Min (Xiao Nan Guo) Established in 1987, this restaurant chain serves traditional Shanghai cuisine in a contemporary interior. 1) Daily 11am-2pm, 5pm-10pm. 2/F, Jinbao Plaza, 89 Jingbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (40 0820 9777); 2) Rm 301, 3/F, China Life Center, 17 Jinrong Dajie, Xicheng District. (40 0820 9777); 3) Stall CC16, B1/F, Oriental Plaza, Wangfujing Dajie, Dongcheng District. (40 0820 9777); 4) Stall 401-A, 4/F, IFC Mall, 1-3 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (40 0820 9777); 5) 3/F, Bldg 1, Sanlitun Soho, 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (40 0820 9777) 小南国 1)东城金宝街89号金宝大厦; 2) 西城金融大街 17号中国人寿中心3楼301; 3) 东城王府井大街东方新天地广场地下一层CC18号；4）朝阳新源南路1-3号都汇天地商场4层401-A号；5）朝阳工体北路8号三里屯Soho一栋3层

SICHUAN Chuan Ban Its location in the first floor of Sichuan province’s Beijing rep office fuels its reputation as the most authentic Sichuan cuisine in town. Voted “Outstanding Sichuan” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 7-9am, 10.50am-2pm, 4.50-9.30pm; Sat-Sun 7am-10pm. 5 Gongyuan Toutiao, Jianguomennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6512 2277 ext 6101) 川办餐厅, 东城区建国门内贡院头条5号 Spring Organic Fish Restaurant Healthy Sichuan food prepared with quality ingredients, from fresh fish and seasonal vegetables to truffles and mushroom, all imported from Yunnan, Guizhou, Sichuan and Tibet. Daily 10am-2.30pm, 5-9.30pm. 1) 23A Taiping Lu, Haidian District. (6818 1113); 2) 11 Jianhua Nanlu, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang

路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

Malacca Legend Elaborate Malaysian restaurant boasts serene water views (Luoma Lake location) and zesty Southeast Asian cuisine. Daily 11am-10pm. 1) 1/F Building B, Ocean International Center, 58 East 4th Ring Road, Chaoyang District. (5908 0075); 2) On the banks of Luoma lake, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8049 8902) 马六甲传奇, 1) 朝阳区朝阳区东四环路58号远洋国际中心B座1层; 2) 顺义区后沙峪镇罗马湖畔

SPANISH Agua Fine Spanish dining. Voted "Best Spanish Restaurant" and “Outstanding New Restaurant (Non-Chinese)“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6188) 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园4层

Bar Code Paella and tapas are the highlights at this wine-bar-cum-taperia. Daily 3pmmidnight. World City (north of The Place), 10 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8590 7855) 朝阳区东大桥路10号世界城商业街(世贸天阶北面)

Carmen Tapas plates, hearty salads, paella and roasted whole suckling pig. Voted “Outstanding Spanish” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-2am. Nali Patio (opposite north entrance of Let’s Burger), 81 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (6417 8038) 朝阳区三里屯北街81号（哪里花园边）

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

TAKE 5 TACOS

The Grill Steaks and seafood grilled on an open ﬂame with a Scandinavian twist. Chinese dishes available in the evenings. Daily 3-11pm. Radisson Blu Hotel Beijing, 6A East Beisanhuan Road, Chaoyang District. (5922 3440) 朝阳区北三环东路甲6号,北京皇家大饭店

Steak Exchange + Bar A wide variety of steaks in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10.30pm. InterContinental Beijing Financial Street, 11 Financial Street, Xicheng District. (5852 5888 ext 5916) 西城区金融街11号洲际酒店

TAIWAN Bellagio Moneyed hipsters satisfy their midnight munchies at this hip Taiwanese eatery. Don’t miss the stunning shaved ice desserts. Voted“Best Late-Night Dining” and “Outstanding Kung Pao Chicken“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards.1) Daily 11am-10pm. 6/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 5658); 2) Daily 11am-5am. 6 Gongti Xilu, south of the Gongti 100 Bowling Alley, Chaoyang District. (6551 3533); 3) Daily 11am-4am. 35 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8451 9988); 4) Daily 11am-2am. Bldg 4, Area 2 Anhui Beili, Yayuncun, Chaoyang District. (6489 4300) 鹿港小镇, 1) 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地6层; 2) 朝阳区工体西路6号(工体100南边); 3) 朝阳区霄云路35号; 4) 朝阳区亚运村安慧北里2区4号楼(炎黄艺术馆斜对面)

THAI Lime Cafe This vibrant cafe oﬀers classic Thai dishes, with a few inspired twists such as the spicy tuna salad. Daily 11.30am-9.30pm. Store 103, Bldg 15, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6597 0887, tarntip_99@yahoo.com) 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

工体北路4号院(卡利宾旁边)

AMIGO

Surprisingly authentic Mexican prepared by a real Mexican chef, and arguably the only palatable taco in the Gulou area. (8403 3981)

AVOCADO TREE

Standing head and shoulders above local rival La Bamba, this Wudaokou newcomer offers great veggie tacos – enjoy them with the fresh avocado this petite diner is named after. (183 1024 4862)

LUGA’S VILLA

Tacos taste better after inadvisably large amounts of alcohol. We like Luga’s for that stumbling, late-night queso-and-tortilla fix. (6416 2575) More “Tex” than “Mex,” but offering incredibly generous portions and a family-friendly atmosphere. (8532 2449)

SADDLE CANTINA

With a recent upgrade in service, Saddle serves up serviceable soft tacos (we like the Baja fish) and a potent margarita. (5208 6005)

JW万豪酒店2层

Village3楼S4-33室

Meiming’r Shengjisan Hot ‘n soupy panfried pork buns, just like they make them in Shanghai. Gulou Xidajie (near Ganlu Hutong), Xicheng District. (8408 3133) 没名儿生煎,西城

PETER’S TEX-MEX GRILL

OCTOBER 2011

VEGETARIAN

China Central Place, 83 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8530) 朝阳区建国路83号华贸中心

The Veggie Table Fresh, safe and sustainable vegan cuisine using high-quality ingredients. Unwind in a cozy, sunny non-smoking setting featuring comfy couches and large windows. Try their veggie burgers, organic vegan chocolate cake and signature apple-basil mojito. Twice-weekly organic vegetable pickup available. Daily (closed Tuesday) 11am-11pm. 19 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District. (6446 2073) 吃素的，东城区五道营胡同19号 Pure Lotus Vegetarian A serene dining experience with exquisite meat-free versions of Chinese classics, as well as tofu in its inﬁnite forms. 1) Daily 11am-11pm. Tongguang Bldg, 12 Nongzhanguan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6592 3627); 2) Daily 11am-11pm. 3/F, Holiday Inn Lido, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (8703 6668) 1); 朝阳区农展馆南路12号(通广大厦内) 2) 朝阳区丽都假日饭店三层,首都机场将台路

VIETNAMESE Luga’s Pho Pho This small restaurant serves authentic Vietnamese-style pho, nem and Vietnamese coﬀee. Daily 10am-3am. Above Luga’s (opposite Tongli Studio), Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 2786) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里对面

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

Susu New Vietnamese restaurant staﬀed by two chefs from Saigon and run by the people from Tuk Tuk Thai and the Stone Boat. Tue-Sun 11am-11pm. 10 Qianliang Hutong Xixiang, Dongcheng District. (8400 2699, beijingsusu@gmail.com) 苏苏会, 东城区钱粮胡同西巷10号

家思, 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园6层

XINJIANG

Niajo Specializes in traditional Valencian paella and imported Spanish ham and cheeses. Daily 11am-3pm, 6-11pm. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6052) 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园3层

Saffron Oﬀering comfy couches, high ceilings and Spanish/Catalan-inspired cuisine. Tue-Sun noon-2.30pm (lunch), 2-6pm (coﬀee/desserts), 6-10.30pm (dinner). 64 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District. (8404 4909) 东城区安定门五道营胡同64号院

STEAKHOUSES The Astor Grill Grain-fed tenderloin steak, cigars and an extensive wine list. Lovely terrace. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm; daily 6-10pm. 3/F, St. Regis Hotel Apartments, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6460 6688 ext 2637) 艾斯特扒房, 朝阳区建国门外大街21号国际俱乐部饭店公寓3层

CRU Steakhouse The sleek, warm design of the JW Marriott’s steak restaurant is reﬂective of the rich, reﬁned cuts served up by its open kitchen. Voted “Outstanding Steak“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel,

CELEBRATING TEN YEARS

Purple Haze Restaurant & Bar Thai cuisine served amongst purple hues. Books, coﬀee and Wi-Fi create the perfect atmosphere for a lazy afternoon. Voted “Best Thai” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11.30pm. Opposite the north gate of the Workers’ Stadium (in the small alley behind the ICBC Bank), Chaoyang District. (6413 0899, 8774 6387, www.purplehaze.com.cn 紫苏庭, 朝阳区工体北门对面胡同工商银行后

Purple Haze Courtyard Authentic Thai cuisine in rustic hutong digs. Voted “Best Thai” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11.30pm. 1, Dongsi Liutiao (east exit), Dongcheng District. (6501 9345) 紫苏庭, 东城区东四六条1号

Kashgar Restaurant One of the best Uygur restaurants in Beijing oﬀers a variety of Kashgar-style snacks in a setting that simulates a Central Asian bazaar. Daily 10am-9.30pm. 60 Pen’er Hutong (on the east end of Wanshou Park on the southwest Second Ring Rd), Xuanwu District. (6358 2243) 喀什饭庄,宣武区盆儿胡同60号

YUNNAN Dali Courtyard Atmospheric decor, easygoing hospitality and delicious food. Set menu only. Voted “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Chinese),” “Outstanding Outdoor Dining“ and “Outstanding Yunnan“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am9.30pm. 67 Xiaojingchang Hutong, Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (8404 1430) 大理, 东城区鼓楼东大街小经厂胡同67号

Spice Factory Innovative, contemporary Thai food without the kitschy trappings. Daily 6-10pm. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (above d lounge), Chaoyang District. (6585 2386) 朝阳区

Dali Renjia Authentic and cheap Yunnan eats. No English menu (yet). Daily 10.30am11pm. 80 Baochao Hutong (100m north of Gulou Dongdajie), Dongcheng District. (158 1039 2366) 大理人家, 东城区宝钞胡同80号(鼓

工体北路4号院 (d lounge 楼上)

楼东大街往北走100米)

DIRECTORY / DINING–NIGHTLIFE care. Also features a menu of Creole dishes prepared using house-made ingredients. Tue-Sat 7pm-late, Sun 6pm-late (kitchen closes 1am). 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6040) 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园3层

Aria See Dining Directory under “European.” Atmosphere Bar Expect spectacular views on a good day at Beijing’s highest bar. Failing that, you can count on the drinks being good. 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)

Dianke Dianlai A fantastic courtyard restaurant oﬀering two innovative set menus (RMB 99 or RMB 198) including dishes like Jingpominority roasted chicken and multicolored glutinous rice. Daily 11am-11pm. 8 Dafangjia Hutong (oﬀ Chaoyangmen Nanxiaojie), Dongcheng District. (6512 0930) 滇客滇来, 东城区大方家胡同8号(朝阳门地铁站南)

Middle 8th Restaurant Comfortable, hip Yunnan restaurant. Try the Yunnan-style spare ribs and the dragon beans. Voted “Best Yunnan” in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11am-11.30pm. Zhongba Lou, Sanlitun Zhongjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 0629); 2) Daily 11am-10.30pm. R17, Zhongguancun Pedestrian Mall, 15 Zhongguancun Dajie, Haidian District. (5172 1728) 中八楼, 1) 朝阳区三里屯中街中八楼; 2) 海淀区中关村大街15号中关村广场步行街R17

Rainbow Authentic Yunnan cuisine in fantastic surroundings.. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. 5/F, Crowne Plaza Sun Palace Beijing, Yunnan Dasha, Northeast corner of Taiyanggong Qiao and Xibahe, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6429 8888 ext 6425) 彩云天, 新云南皇冠假日酒店5层, 朝阳区东北三环西坝河太阳宫桥东北角

Yunteng Shifu Awkwardly located and unremarkably decorated, this authentic Yunnan restaurant takes food seriously, ﬂying in fresh ingredients. Daily 11am-10pm (Hall 2), 11.30am1.30pm, 5.30-10pm (Hall 1). Yunnan Provincial Government Oﬃce, 7 Donghuashi Beili Dongqu, Chongwen District. (6711 3322 ext 7105) 云腾宾馆食府,崇文区东花市北里东区7号

NIGHTLIFE BARS & CLUBS 12SQM Tiny pub with a huge selection of beer and liquor. Daily noon-1am. Corner of Nanluogu Xiang and Fuxiang Hutong, Dongcheng District. (6402 1554, twelvesqm@yahoo.com) www.twelvesqm. com 东城区南锣鼓巷福祥胡同路口 13 Club Hefty, dark and covered in graﬃti. Featuring mostly rock, metal and punk bands, with shows almost every night. Sun-Thu 8pm-2am, Fri-Sat 8pm-3am. 161 Chengfu Lu (Lanqiying bus stop; doorway is recessed in a small alley next to Da Waguan Restaurant), Haidian District. (8261 9267) 13俱乐部, 海淀区成府路蓝旗营车站下车，马路南边即是(瓦罐饭馆的西边)

Bar 19 Cocktails and live music in this basement bar. Tue-Sun 6pm-2am. B1/F, Tangla Hotel, 19 Fuxingmenwai Dajie, Xicheng District. (5857 6688 ext 6819) 西城区复兴门外大街19号唐拉雅秀酒店地下1层

Bar Blu One of Beijing’s longest-running dancing spots, complete with terrace. Daily 6.30pm-late. 4/F, Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6417 4124, info@barblu. cn) 蓝吧, 朝阳区三里屯后街同里4层 Beer Mania Belgian beer purveyor par excellence. Daily 2pm-late. 1/F, Taiyue Fang, Nansanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6500 0559, beermania.beijing@gmail.com) www.beermania.cn 朝阳区南三里屯路泰乐坊1层 Black Sun Bar Bargain-basement drinks, a pool table, darts, foosball, the original caipirinha recipe and a patio. Daily 5.30pm-3am. West gate of Chaoyang Park, Chaoyang District. (6593 6909) 黑太阳, 朝阳区朝阳公园西门

区王府井东街8号北京王府井西尔顿

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

Flamme International Grill See Dining Directory under “Steakhouses.“

d lounge Beautiful place, beautiful drinks, beautiful people all converge at this sleek venue south of Sanlitun. Daily 8pm-late. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (across from Rock & Roll Club), Chaoyang District. (6593 7710) 朝阳

Frank’s Place Sports bar. Daily 24hrs. Jiangtai Xilu, west of Rosedale Hotel, Chaoyang District. (6437 8399) 朝阳区丽都将台西路

区工体北路4号

Danger Doyle’s A decent looking bar with a good beer selection. Daily 10.30am-2am. 3/F, Bldg 5, China View, 2 Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6591 3337, VIP Hotline: 136 0139 1308) 朝阳区工体东路2号中国红街大楼5号楼三层

The Den Watch sports until dawn; stick around for brunch. Voted “Outstanding LateNight Dining“ in our 2011 Restaurant Awards. Daily 24hrs. 4 Gongti Donglu (next to City Hotel’s main entrance), Chaoyang District. (6592 6290) 敦煌, 朝阳区工体东路4号城市宾馆正门旁边

Durty Nellie’s Beijing’s ﬁrst Irish pub. Daily 10am-2am. B1/F, Liangmaqiao Flower Market, 8B Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6593 5050, durtynellies@gmail.com) 爱尔兰酒吧, 朝阳区东三环北路乙8号亮马花卉市场旁

East Shore Live Jazz Cafe Great for jazz with a view of Houhai. Daily 2.30pm-2am. 2/F, 2 Qianhai Nanyanlu (just to the west of the post oﬃce on Di’anmenwai Dajie), Xicheng District. (8403 2131) 东岸咖啡, 西城区地安门外大街前海南沿2号楼2层

El Nido/Bar No. 59 Ramshackle little hutong bar where beer selection dwarfs seating capacity by around ten to one. Daily 4pm-last customer leaves. 59 Fangjia Hutong (enter from Andingmennei Dajie), Dongcheng District. (8402 9495) 东城区方家胡同59号(丛安

Village南区4号楼3层S4-30

Enoterra Wine bar that serves good food as well. Voted “Outstanding Wine List” in the Beijinger’s 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am-2am. 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6076) 朝阳区三

The Bookworm See Dining Directory under “Cafes & Teahouses” The Brick Food and cheap drink in this Shuangjing neighborhood pub where fun is the name of the game. Daily 4pm-late. Unit 2-11, Bldg 2, Tianzhi Jiaozi, 31 Guangqu Lu (northeast corner of Shuangjing Qiao), Chaoyang District. (139 1113 6564) 朝阳区双井桥东北角广

定门内大街往东走20米)

里屯北路81号那里花园4层

Entero Whiskey bar that’s cool like bebop and sunglasses and bongos. Has a karaoke room and darts competitions. Daily 7pm-midnight. 1 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (8451 0554) 朝阳区新源里1号(新东路往北到左家庄桥右转50米见路口右转)

朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心饭店1层

大街永安东里8号北京华彬费尔蒙酒店2层

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

China Bar With one of the best views in town, this is deﬁnitely a place to impress. Daily 5pm-1am. 65/F, Park Hyatt, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1234) 朝阳区建

国际公寓1层

国门外大街2号

Amilal Well-priced whiskeys, good beers and tiny living room-style ambiance make this one of Beijing’s best bars. Daily 2pm-late. 48 Shoubi Hutong (southeast of 66 Gulou Dongdajie), Dongcheng District. (8404 1416) 东城区鼓楼东

China World Hotel 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 6644) 中国大

阳区工体东路工人体育场东门内10号进口

Fuel See Dining Directory under “Contemporary International” George’s Smart cocktail bar from Beijing bar veteran George Zhou. Daily 3pm-2am. Near Gate 12, east side of Workers’ Stadium, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6553 6299) 朝阳区工体东路工人体育场东门内12号进口

Great Leap Brewery Microbrewery in a siheyuan serves ales, pale ales, porters and other beers. Tue-Sat 3pm-midnight, Sun 3-7pm. 6 Doujiao Hutong (turn west oﬀ Nanluogu Xiang at Bar Uno, near Salud, onto Jingyang Hutong and follow the road until you hit Doujiao Hutong), Dongcheng District. (187 1007 7331) 大跃, 东城区豆角胡同6号 Green Cap Bar, The Irish-run bar for the Lido-Shunyi crowd. Live sports, Irish bar food and more. Tue-Sun noon-late. Beside Western Academy of Beijing, Laiguangying Donglu (oﬀ the Airport Expressway), Chaoyang District. 爱尔兰老人酒吧, 朝阳区来广营东路(北京京西学校旁边)

Grinders A good selection of beer and aﬀordable wine, with food including huge hoagies, burgers and other North American classics. Daily 10am-2am. Unit 3-02, Bldg 2, Tianzhi Jiaozi, 31 Guangqu Lu (northeast corner of Shuangjing Qiao), Chaoyang District. (8775 1847) 朝阳区双井桥东北角广渠路31号院天之骄

Havana Bar 22 varieties of rum. Tapas at the bar and cigars in the cigar divan. Daily 5pm1.30am. Grand Millennium Beijing, Fortune Plaza, 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6530 9383) 朝阳区东三环中路7号财富中心

CD Blues Cafe & Bar Live blues and devastating cocktails. Daily 4pm-late. Nongzhanguan Lu (south of the Agricultural Exhibition Hall), Dongsanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (6506 8288) 朝阳区东三环路农展馆大

友, 朝阳区亮马桥路21号（燕莎桥往东1500米路北汽车电影院内）

Fubar A speakeasy with a ﬁne selection of drinks. Sun-Thu 2pm-2am, Fri-Sat 2pm-4am. Behind Stadium Dog, Gate 10, Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (6593 8227) 福吧, 朝

路8号亮马河大厦西大堂

金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Centro Currently closed for renovations. A surprisingly comfortable spot to down drinks from bottled beers to blue cheese martinis. Nightly live jazz performances. Daily 24hrs. 1/F, Shangri-La’s Kerry Centre Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833 ext 42) 炫酷,

城区前门东大街23号

Hard Rock Cafe Burgers, pastas, desserts, cover bands and those ubiquitous T-shirts at this restaurant that saw its heyday in the 1990s. Daily 11.30am-2am. 1/F, Landmark Towers, 8 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6590 0500) 硬石餐厅, 朝阳区东三环北

Buzz Chill out and relax in this intimate bar that features signature cocktails and an extensive collection of premium whiskeys, cognacs, wines and ports. Mon-Sat 6pm-1.30am. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6606 8866 ext 7825) 西城区

门往南300米

Fresco Bar Classical design and excellent cocktails. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm; Sat-Sun (brunch) 11am-4pm, 6-10pm. Inside Maison Boulud, Ch’ien Men 23, 23 Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng District (6559 9200) 东

子2号楼底商3-02

渠路31号院天之骄子2号楼底商2-11

Champagne Bar Molecular mixology comes to town, plus bubbles. Daily 6pm-midnight. 2/F, Fairmont Beijing, 8 Yong’an Dongli, Chaoyang District. (8511 7777) 朝阳区建国门外

Apothecary Cocktails prepared with class and

Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888) 东城

北路19号

Blue Frog The Sanlitun branch features a cocktail-heavy drinks menu and a patio. Voted “Outstanding Burger“ in our 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am-2am. S4-30, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 4030) www.bluefrog. com.cn 蓝蛙, 朝阳区三里屯北路19号三里屯

2 Kolegas Intimate music venue. 21 Liangmaqiao Lu (inside the drive-in movie theater park), Chaoyang District. (6436 8998, 2kolegas@163.com) www.2kolegas.com 两个好朋

大街66号东南侧寿比胡同48号院内

Chaoyang District. (8561 3988) 朝阳区日坛

Haze Electronic music in the basement. Thu-Sat 9pm-late. B1/F, On the Corner Cafe, Guanghualu Soho, Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区光华路光华路Soho地下1层 Home Plate Bar-B-Que See Dining directory under “American.” Hopfenstube Large German-style restaurant and microbrewery featuring live music and open cooking stations. 3 Sanfeng Beilu (opposite Cashbox KTV), Chaoyang District. (5909 6666/5909 6622) 慕尼黑啤酒屋, 朝阳区三丰北里3号(钱柜KTV对面)

Hot Cat Club Decent live music, dodgy drinks. Daily 10am-late. 46 Fangjia Hutong (just south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District. (6400 7868) 东城区方家胡同46号艺术园区(国子监南临)

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Chocolate Join Napoleon through his conquests in this Russian bar and squat on the gold-tiled squatters. Live music and drinks at RMB 38-48. Daily 7pm-6am. 19 Ritan Beilu,

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Eudora Station Bar and Restaurant American food, a great terrace and live music. Greg Carroll Band featuring singer Greg Carroll (who formerly performed with Robert Palmer), plays a mix of Latin-inﬂuenced blues, jazz and rock & roll Wed-Sat 9.30pm-1am. Daily 9am2am. 6 Fangyuan Xilu (opposite Lido Plaza), Chaoyang District. (6437 8331/8813) 朝阳区芳园西路6号(丽都广场对面)

Flames Flawlessly mixed drinks. Live performances add an air of relaxation. Daily 11am1am. Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing

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DIRECTORY / NIGHTLIFE Press Club Bar Nixon drank here, you know. Daily 5pm-1am. 1/F, St. Regis Hotel Beijing, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6460 6688 ext 2360) 记者吧, 东城区建国门外大街21号北京国际俱乐部饭店1层

Punk A mixture of urban and neo-Gothic where big name DJs spin an eclectic mix. TueSat 8pm-3am. B1/F, The Opposite House, Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6410 5222, info@barpunk.com) www. barpunk.com 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village1号楼瑜舍地下1层

Purple Haze Courtyard See Dining Directory under “Thai.“

need be said, really. Daily 6pm-late. Yandai Xiejie (the street running diagonally between the Drum Tower and Yinding Bridge), Xicheng District. (6402 7825, info@shutupjustdrink. com) 德彼酒吧, 西城区烟袋斜街16号 Ichikura This tiny bar packs in as good a variety of single malt whiskies as you’ll ﬁnd in Beijing. 2/F (entrance via stairs at south wall of Chaoyang Theater), Chaoyang Theater, 36 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6507 1107) 朝阳区东三环北路36号朝阳剧场南侧 The Irish Volunteer This Irish bar stays true to the Irish culture, Guinness included (RMB 60). This two-room saloon also oﬀers food. Daily 9am-2am. Jiangtai Lu (opposite the east gate of the Lido Hotel), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区高家园小区平房311号(丽都饭店东门对面)

The James Joyce Irish pub. Irish owned? No, but they do serve Guinness. 14 Xindong Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区新东路14号 Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar Live music. Daily 7pm-2am. 7 Dongmianhua Hutong, Jiaodaokou Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (6401 4611) 江湖酒吧, 东城区交道口南大街东棉花胡同7号

Juicy Three-story Chaoyang Park venue oﬀers Latin ﬂavored-fun with class and a rooftop terrace. Daily 6pm-late. 2-3/F, 2 Chaoyang Xilu (30m south of Chaoyang Park West Gate), Chaoyang District. (6593 0610) 朝阳区朝阳公园西路2号楼2-3层 (朝阳公园西门往南30米)

The Kro’s Nest See Dining directory under “Pizza.” Lantern Techno and other types of electronic music from the Acupuncture Records team. Thu-Sat 9pm-late. 100m north of Workers’ Stadium West Gate, (in the basement behind Xuxian Lou restaurant), Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (135 0134 8785) 灯笼, 朝阳区工体西路工体西门往北走100米(许仙楼后面地下1层)

Latte A more localized version of the gaudy thrills found in Chocolate and its ilk. North Gate of Workers’ Stadium (behind Mix), Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6551 8881) 朝阳区工体北路工体北门内(Mix后面)

Las Vegas Nightclub and Restaurant Nightclub also featuring a Turkish restaurant inside. Daily 10.30am-6am. B1/F, Ritan International Center, 39 Shenlu Jie, Chaoyang District. (6588 8887/7171, lasvegasbeijing@hotmail. com) 拉斯维加斯, 朝阳区神路街39号日坛国际

Q Bar Quality tunes and top-notch cocktails. Nice terrace. Daily 5pm-2am. Top ﬂoor of Eastern Inn Hotel, 6 Baijiazhuang Lu (the south end of Sanlitun Nanlu), Chaoyang District. (6595 9239) www.qbarbeijing.com 朝阳区百家

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South Gate of Ritan Park, Chaoyang District. (8562 8142/8143) www.maggiesbar.com 美琪, 朝阳区日坛公园南门

Mako Live House Mid-sized live music and events space brings the noise to Shuangjing. Daily 5pm-late. Inside Hongdian Art Factory, Courtyard 36 (500m south of Carrefour Shuangjing, inside small alley), Guangqu Lu, Chaoyang District. (5205 1112/3, makolive@163.com) www.mako001.com 麻雀, 朝阳区广渠路36号院红点艺术工厂内(幸福贝贝南边)

Mao Mao Chong House vodka infusions, themed music nights and house-designed T-shirts are this bar’s trademarks. Daily 7pmlate. 12 Banchang Hutong (east oﬀ Nanluogu Xiang), Dongcheng District. (159 9264 6024) www.maomaochongstore.com 毛毛虫, 东城区板厂胡同12号(南锣鼓巷往东走)

Maison Camus High-end cognacs and Bordeaux and Burgundy wines for the connoisseur. Daily 4pm-midnight. 4/F, Reignwood Center, 8 Yong’an Dongli, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8523 5703, 8528 9518) 卡慕世家酒廊, 朝阳区建国门外大街永安东里8号华彬中心4层

MAO Livehouse The capital’s premier music venue. Daily 4pm-late. 111 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (6402 5080) www.maolive.com 光芒, 东城区鼓楼东大街111号 Mesh Equally at home to post-retail therapy or a night on the tiles. Daily 5pm-2am. 1/F, The Opposite House, Bldg 1, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 6688) 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village1号楼瑜舍1层

Migas See Dining Directory under “Spanish.” Mix (Gongti) Like Vics. Daily 8pm-late. Inside the north gate of Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (6530 2889) 密克斯, 朝阳区工体北门内 Mix (Westin Chaoyang) Live jazz in the evenings and an extensive selection of champagnes, wines and whiskey. Daily 5pm-1am. 1/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8000) 朝阳区东

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Lobby Lounge (Grand Millennium) 1/F, 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

Mo Lounge A laid-back lounge downstairs from Kokomo. Sun-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-4am. 4/F, Tongli Studios, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 1019, kokomobeijing@gmail.com) www.kokomobeijing.com 朝阳区三里屯后街同里4层

Long Bar Cocktails and live music by Terminal 3. Daily 4pm-1am. Hilton Beijing Capital Airport, Terminal 3, Capital International Airport, Chaoyang District. (6458 8888) 朝阳区首都机场

Modo See Dining directory under “Contemporary International.”

3号航站希尔顿酒店

Loong Bar A large, classy bar with the size, ambition and prices to be Centro redux. Daily 5.30pm-2am. 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel, 83 Jianguo Lu, China Central Place, Chaoyang District. (5908 8906) 龙吧, 朝阳区华贸中心建国路83号

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Olé See Dining directory under “Spanish.” The Orchid A modern Hutong hotel with beers from Great Leap Brewery. Daily 7ammidnight. 65 Baochao Hutong, Guloudong Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8404 4818) www. theorchidbeijing.com 东城区鼓楼东大街宝钞胡同65号

Paddy O’Shea’s The best Guinness in town at Beijing’s ﬁrst genuine Irish pub. Quiz nights every Wed from 8pm, with well-sponsored prizes. Daily 10am-late. 28 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6415 6389) www. paddyosheas.com 朝阳区东直门外大街28号 Paddy’s Pitstop Beer, simple pub grub and outdoor seating from the Paddy’s posse. Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. 顺义区天竺开发区荣祥广场

Paradise CVS Liquor store oﬀering an incomparable selection of alcoholic drinks, mixers and tables and chairs for sit-in drinking. Daily 10am-late. Xingfu Sancun 3 Xiang (behind Yashow, west of Tongli), Chaoyang District (no tel), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区幸福三村三巷三里屯南33号院内(雅秀后边同里西边)

Paulaner Brauhaus One of Beijing’s best choices for authentic, if pricey, German food, the Paulaner brews its own beer. Daily 11am-1am. Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 5732) http://paulanerbrauhaus.com/beijing/home 普拉那啤酒坊餐厅, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店

Nanjie Two ﬂoors packed with exchange students. Low prices. Daily 5pm-5am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (opposite to Banana Leaf), Chaoyang District. (6413 0963) 南街, 朝阳区工体北路4号院蕉叶对面

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R Lounge This huge hotel bar is perfect for hosting an event. 4/F, Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区东三环中路61号北京富力万丽酒店4层

Redmoon Redmoon at the Grand Hyatt includes a wine bar, sushi bar and cigar lounge, all sleekly designed to cater to the executive set. Daily 5pm-1am. 1/F, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Beijing Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6510 9366, 8518 1234 ext 6366) http://www.beijing.grand.hyatt. com/hyatt/hotels/entertainment/lounges/index.jsp 东方亮, 东城区东长安街1号东方君悦酒店大厅

Rendez-vous Bar & Lounge Relaxing place to meet friends and clients for drinks and snacks. Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 4200) 朝阳区凯宾斯基饭店亮马桥路50号

The Ritz-Carlton Bar Light live music and a lounge atmosphere. Daily 5pm-1am. The RitzCarlton Beijing, 83A Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District. (5908 8131) 丽思卡尔顿吧, 朝阳区朝阳区建国路93号华贸中心

Riverbank Café & Bar 1/F, FX Hotel, 39 Maizidian Xijie, Chaoyang District. (6506 8277) 朝阳区麦子店西街39号富驿时尚酒店1层

The Saddle Cantina See Dining Directory under “Central and South American” Salud Infused rums. Mon-Fri 3pm-late, Sat-Sun noon-late. 1) Opposite Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District.; 2) 66 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (6402 5086) 老伍, 1) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里对面; 2) 东城区南锣鼓巷66号

Scarlett A chic, intimate wine bar with a ﬁne selection of imported cheese and tapas. Daily 6pm-3am. Hotel G, 7A Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 2880) www.hotel-g.com 朝阳区工体西路甲7号北京极栈内

The Smuggler’s Cheap drinks and tavernstyle decor. 43 Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (138 0107 1230) 朝阳区三里屯后街43号 Spark Beautiful people and slick design at this Taipei-based nightclub’s Beijing outpost. B108, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区光华路9号世贸天阶B108

Plush Filled with natural light and overlooking a modern zen garden. Daily 7am-1am. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6606 8866 ext 7825) 西城区

The Stumble Inn Daily 10am-2am. S3-31, 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 7794) 朝阳区三里屯路

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Tango Karaoke, with a nightclub at Yonghegong. Daily 24hrs. 1) South Gate of Ditan Park (next to Jin Ding Xuan restaurant), Dongcheng District. (6425 5677/6428 2288); 2) Gongti Xilu (beneath Gongti 100 bowling alley), Chaoyang District. (6551 9988) www.clubtango.cn 糖果,

Pomme O’Shea’s All about carbo-loading with the draft beer and the sports channel here. Tue-Sun 11.30am-late. 19 Kaifa Lu, Xibaixinzhuang, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8046 2558) 石榴园, 顺义区后沙峪西白辛庄开

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Maggie’s Legendary hot dogs. No joke. SunWed, 7.30pm-4.30am; Thu-Sat, 7.30pm-5am.

Nearby the Tree De Koninck and Hoegaarden are served on tap, with a great selection of Belgian beers. If you feel peckish, order a pizza in from The Tree. Daily 11am-midnight. Xingfu Sancun (behind Yashow, west of Tongli), Chaoyang District. (6413 1522/87) www. nearbythetree.com 树旁边酒吧, 朝阳区幸福三

Portal Around-the-clock bar and internet hub. Daily 24hrs. 1/F, Langham Place, 1 Er Jing Lu, Beijing Capital International Airport (southwest of Terminal 3), Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) http://beijingairport.langhamplacehotels.com 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店

Lush A caﬀeinated study spot by day and by night a place to cut loose. Daily 24hrs. 2/F, Bldg 1, Huaqing Jiayuan, Chengfu Lu (across from the Wudaokou light-rail station), Haidian District. (8286 3566) www.lushbeijing.com 海淀区

阳区建国路93号万达广场C座索菲特酒店6层

Nashville Bar & Restaurant A great, well-priced whiskey selection is the main reason this well-worn bar still merits a visit. Daily 11am-3am. Haoyun Jie, 29 Zaoying Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0298) www.nashville. com.cn 乡谣, 朝阳区枣营路29号好运街

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JW万豪酒店2层

M Bar This sleek, elegantly decorated lounge features a circular central bar and a selection of well-mixed cocktails. Daily 6pm-2am. 6/F, Soﬁtel Beijing, Bldg C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 6666 ext 6525) 朝

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Terra See Dining directory under “Central & South American.” Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q Meat-eater friendly bar-restaurant with popular quiz night. 2 for 1 happy hour every Monday-Friday from 3-7pm. Daily 9am-midnight. 14 Dongdaqiao Lu (on the corner of Guanghua Lu), Chaoyang Dis-

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Tonic Lounge A modern, cozy bar oﬀering a selection of mixed drinks, wine by the glass and aperitifs. The bar is well designed with a stunning bar counter, a low ceiling and comfortable lounge seating. Daily 10am-12.30am. Lobby Level of Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Chaoyang District. (5865 5000 ext 5060) 汤尼酒廊, 朝阳区北京希尔顿酒店大堂

Touch A cutting-edge lounge with 88 kinds of vodka, and a wide selection of vodka-infused cocktails. Tue-Thu 9pm-1am, Fri-Sat 9pm-2am. 2/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8112) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

The Tree This long-running Beijing pub specializes in Belgian beers and wood oven ﬁred pizzas. Voted “Best Pizza” in the Beijinger’s 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-2am. 43 Sanlitun Beijie (100m west of Sanlitun North Bar street, Youyi Youth Hostel, behind Poachers Inn), Chaoyang District. (6415 1954) 隐蔽的树, 朝阳区三里屯北街以西100米Poachers后面三里屯医院旁

Tun A large, cavernous space with a sofaequipped mezzanine and two big screens for watching sports. Daily 6pm-late. Courtyard 4 (20m south of Salsa Caribe), Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6585 5866, tunbar@gmail. com) 屯, 朝阳区工体北路4号院 Twilight Cocktails made with style, and hard-to-ﬁnd whiskeys. Pizza, pasta and other snacks available. Mon-Sat 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-2am. (Behind Starbucks) 3/F, 0102, Bldg 5, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5900 5376) 暮光, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho5号0102单元3层

Union Bar & Grille See Dining Directory under “American” V.A. Cafe & Bar This small cafe-bar is well equipped for weekly ﬂamenco and jazz performances. Daily 2pm-late. 13 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District. (5844 3638) 东城区五道营胡同13号

Vics Like Mix, albeit with a slightly more expat crowd. Daily 8.30pm-late. Inside the north gate of the Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (5293 0333) vics.com.cn 威克斯, 朝阳区工体北门内

VS Lounge Cafe, restaurant and bar featuring seductive cocktails, regular fashion shows and decor, videos and music all intended to entice. There’s also a pool table (Friday night pool tournaments), and BBQ every Sunday. Private parties/corporate events welcome. Daily 10am-2am. West side of Victoria Gardens, 15 Chaoyang Gongyuan Xili Nanqu, Chaoyang District. (6538 4707) 朝阳区朝阳公园西里南区 15号维多利亚花园公寓西侧

What Bar Tiny bar hosting local rock bands. Daily 4pm-late. 72 Beichang Jie (just north of the west gate of the Forbidden City), Xicheng District. (133 4112 2757) 什么酒吧, 西城区北长街72号(故宫西门往北)

The World of Suzie Wong Club Part 1930’s Shanghai opium den and part postmodern lounge. Daily 8.30pm-late. 1A Nongzhanguan Lu (west gate of Chaoyang Park), Chaoyang District. (6500 3377) 苏西黄, 朝阳区农展馆路甲

from the high ceiling. Mon-Thu 6pm-2am, FriSun 6pm-3am, Sun close. 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5865 5050) 颐达吧, 朝阳区东三环北路

men and women. 1) Units 70-72, 4/F, Joy City, 131A Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6651 7777); 2) 20 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (6407 7978) www.initialfashion.com

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CONCERT/FESTIVAL VENUES Chaoyang Sports Center 77 Yaojiayuan, Chaoyang District (8557 4959) 朝阳体育中心, 朝阳区姚家园路77号

Chaoyang Park 1 Nongzhan Nanlu, Chaoyang District (6506 5409) 朝阳公园, 朝阳区农展馆南路1号

MasterCard Center 69 Fuxing Lu, Haidian District (6828 6386) 万事达中心, 海淀区复兴路69号

STYLE ACCESSORIES & JEWELRY Celine French luxury house headed by the famed Phoebe Philo. Daily 9.30am-10pm. L102, 1/F China World Shopping Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 4147) 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸商城1楼L102 DimSum of all things Asian (D-SATA) Eco-luxe bags and accessories. 1) Sat-Sun 11am-7pm. Mon-Fri by appointment only. 2/F, E District, Qixing Xijie, 798 Art District, Dashanzi, Chaoyang District. (5978 9605, 138 1123 1495, mail@d-sata.com); 2) Daily 1-9pm or by appointment. Unit A116, 1/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6066, 134 3966 4067, mail@d-sata.com) www.d-sata. com 亚点亚心, 1) 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号七星西街 E区; 2) 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园A116室

Paloma Sanchez Run by a certiﬁed gemologist and jewelry designer who produces highquality pieces out of white and yellow gold. A115, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (136 6130 0554) www.palomasanchez. com 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园A115 Stone Love A handicrafts store that produces Qing-style stone and metallic jewelry and home accessories. 48 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District. (150 0124 6884) 东城区五道营胡同48号

BODY & HEALTH PRODUCTS Elite Nutrition Center Exclusive retailer for hundreds of imported health goods. 1) Daily 7am-10pm. D-Space, Bldg 7, Richmond Park, 9 Fangyuan Xili, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (8457 8258, info@chinaenc.com. cn); 2) Mon-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat-Sun 10.30am7.30pm. Unit 0159A, Bldg C, Chaowai Soho, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5900 4538, info@chinaenc.com.cn) www. chinaenc.com.cn 盈奥营养中心, 1) 朝阳区将台路芳园南里9号院7号楼; 2) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号朝外SohoC座0159A

Creation Tattoo Tattooing, body piercing, microdermal treatments and tattoo removal. Daily 11am-8pm. Rm 4309, 3/F, Bldg 4, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 1886, contact@tianxiciqing. com) www.tianxiciqing.com 天喜青, 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho4号楼3层4309号

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BOUTIQUE & SPECIALTY SHOPS

Writers Bar Caviar and oysters complement the wide selection of cocktails and cigars. Daily noon-midnight. Raﬄes Beijing Hotel, Main Lobby, 33 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6526 3388 ext 4181) 作家酒吧, 东城区

Alley Idea Space Redesigned clothing and hand-painted shoes. Daily 10am-11pm. 82 Beiluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (136 9100 7794) 东城区北锣鼓巷82号

东长安街33号, 北京饭店莱佛士一层

Xiu A summer-friendly terrace plus much more in the luxuriant lounge. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-late, Sat-Sun 6pm-late. Park Hyatt (entrance across from the hotel lobby), 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5867 1108) 秀, 朝阳区朝阳区建国门

Paper Talk Anything cutesy and made from paper, you can ﬁnd here. Daily noon-7pm. 12 Fangjia Hutong, Dongcheng District. (8403 8935) 东城区方家胡同12号

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Yugong Yishan This live music venue is a perfect spot for more discriminating drunken debauchery. Daily 7pm-late. 3-2 Zhangzizhong Lu (100m west of Zhangzizhong Lu subway station), Dongcheng District. (6404 2711) 愚公

FEI Space Hipster-trendy Chinese and international labels. Tues-Sun 10.30am-5pm. B-01, Dashanzi 798 Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5978 9580) 朝阳区酒仙

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Even Penniless Shanghai-based designer Gao Xin’s minimalist design separates him from the rest. Noon-8.30pm. NLG-10, B1/F, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6427 5928) www.evenpenniless.com 朝阳区三里屯北路11号三里屯Village北区地下1层 NLG 10单元

H&M Daily 10am-10pm. 1) Xidan Joy City, 131 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6706 0508); 2) Glory Mall, 18 Chongwenmen Dajie, Chongwen District. (6715 6676); 3) Raﬄes City, 1 Dongzhimen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (8409 4199); 4) Oumeihui Shopping Mall, A1 Danling Jie, Haidian District. (8248 8976); 5) Qianmen Avenue Store, Building A16, Qianmen Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6706 0508) 1) 西城区西单北大街131号西单大悦城; 2) 崇文区崇文门大街18号国瑞城; 3) 东城区东直门南大街1号来福士广场; 4) 海淀区丹棱街甲1号欧美汇购物中心

Lane Crawford Luxury brand department store from Hong Kong. Daily 10am-9pm. L130, Seasons Place, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6622 0808) 西城区金

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Forsix Avant-garde shop stocking hard-toﬁnd labels. L08A, China Central Place (Huamao Apartments), 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8588 8377, 6566 3626 (fax)) www.forsix. cn 朝阳区区建国路89号华贸商业街L08A

Zeta Bar Boasts style, chrome cages that house the extensive wine collection hang

Initial Fashion Hong Kong concept store with Asia-trendy (but small) clothing for both

Lily’s Antiques Furniture The most famous furniture dealer in Beijing, renowned for its authentic antiques and reproductions. 1) Daily 8.30am-6pm. Gaobeidian Showroom, 69 Gaobeidian Furniture Street, Chaoyang District. Contact Lily Quan (138 0139 6309) (8579 2458, 6572 9746); 2) Visit by Appointment. Factory and Warehouse Address, Baimiao industry area, Songzhuang town, Tongzhou District. Contact Lily Quan (138 0139 6309) (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

融街金城坊街2号金融街购物中心L130

Zara 1) Unit 63-65, Viva Plaza, Fulicheng, Zhong Dongsanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District.; 2) Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri-Sun 11am-10pm. 1B16, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6100); 3) Daily 10am-10pm. The Place, 9A Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 1341/49); 4) Daily 10am-10pm. Joy City, 131 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (5971 6350) www.zara.com 1) 朝阳区东三环双井富力城63-65号; 2) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区1B1-6; 3) 朝阳区光华路甲9号世贸天阶; 4) 西城区西单北大街131号大悦城

HOME DECOR Casa Pagoda Belgian-run furniture company combines classic European ﬂair with Asian inﬂuences to create high-quality, environmentally-friendly furniture. MonSat 10am-8pm, Sun 11am-8pm. 6 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6591 3491) www. casapagoda.com 朝阳区三里屯南路6号

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. 4/F, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Town, Shunyi District. (8046 1260, 6457 1922, info@villalifestyles.cn) www.villalifestyles.cn 顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆广场4层

SHOES Chronicle Scandinavian men’s footwear brand. SM2-09, 2/F, Bldg 1, Solana Mall, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. www.chronicleshoes.com 朝阳区朝阳公园路 6号蓝色港湾国际商区1号楼2层SM2-09

SHOPPING MALLS & MARKETS

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燕莎友谊商城5层; 2) 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地5层生活家电区; 3) 朝阳区霄云路36号国航大厦2201-02室; 4) 西城区金城坊街金融街417号四层; 5) 顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆广场4层

candy & caviar Asian American designer merges classic structures with bold details. Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm, or call for appointment. Suite 1905, Bldg 4, China Central Place, 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5203 6581) www.candyandcaviar.com 朝阳区建国路89号华

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Zajia Daily 11am-1am. Doufuchi Hutong next door to Contempio Temple Bar, Xicheng District. (8404 9141) 西城区豆腐池胡同(在

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Brand New China (BNC) Quality “Designed in China” goods only. 10am-10pm. NLG-09a, Sanlitun Village North, Chaoyang District. (6416 9045) 薄荷糯米葱, 朝阳区三里屯Village北 Dong Liang Studio Features young Chinese designers. Daily 11am-9pm. 26 Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng District. (8404 7648) 东城

移山, 东城区平安大道张自忠路3-2号(地铁五号线张自忠路站往西100米)

NLGX Design Store A Beijing-based independent apparel brand and design community. Sun-Thu 9.30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11ammidnight. 33 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (6404 8088) www.nlgx.org 东城区南

clean air solutions to both residential and commercial users. 1) 5/F, Household Appliance Area, Youyi Shopping City, 52 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (158 0136 1601, info@iqairchina.com); 2) 5/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5738 2401, info@iqairchina.com); 3) Rm 2201, Air China Plaza, 36 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8447 5800, 400 650 1266, info@iqair-china.com); 4) 4/F, 417 Seasons Place, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Xicheng District. (6622 0179, info@iqair-china.com); 5) 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

IQ Air While little can be done about outdoor air pollution, you can certainly make a difference with the air you breathe in your home or office. IQAir has been the top-rated air purifier brand for more than a decade. The Health Pro 250 is their most popular product and is considered by most to be the best all-around air cleaning system available. With their HyperHEPA technology, you are guaranteed near perfect levels of efficiency for the life of your machine. IQAir China specializes in bringing

China World Shopping Mall Oﬀers a yummy array of choice brand names like Moschino, Celine, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Burberry and Shanghai Tang. Daily 9.30am-10pm. 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2288) 国贸商城, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号

SPAS & MASSAGE 99 Massage and Spa Center Daily 11ammidnight. Rm 703, E-Tower C12, Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6501 0799) 99按摩中心, 朝阳区光华路丙12号数码01大厦703室(嘉里中心与国贸之间）

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DIRECTORY / STYLE Anantara Spa Daily 10am-10pm (ﬂexible opening hours on request). The Commune, Shuiguan Great Wall, Badaling Gaosulu, Yanqing County. (8118 1888 ext 5100/01, anantaraspa@commune.com.cn) 延庆县八

salons oﬀering consistent quality at economical prices. Daily 9am-10pm. 1) 6712 6081. 118 Carrefour Fu Gui Yuan, Block 3, South DongHuaShi, Chongwen District.; 2) 394 Zhongtancun, East Xiaokou Town, Changping District. (139 1135 2069); 3) PJWJ 103, Huacai Center, 16 Guangshun Dajie, Chaoyang District. (136 0115 0326); 4) Daily 9am-10pm. 1/F, Chuangyijia Carrefour, 6B Beisanhuan Donglu, Chaoyang District. (139 1055 3427); 5) Daily 9am-10pm. Store 310, Tongzhou Carrefour, 48 Jiukeshu Xilu, Tongzhou District. (137 0117 9323); 6) Daily 9am-10pm. 109, Shuangjing Carrefour, Jiulong Shangsha, 31 Guangqu Lu, Chaoyang District. (139 1016 9259); 7) Daily 9am-10pm. 107-108, Maliandao Carrefour, 11 Maliandao Lu, Xuanwu District. (135 0101 1627); 8) Daily 9am-10pm. B1/F, 15-16, Zhongguancun Carrefour, Zhongguancun Xiqu, Haidian District. (136 0139 2562) 1) 崇文区东花市南里三区底商

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Angel Hands Enjoy vigorous deep-tissue massage, soothing and gentle massage, or a combination of both. Daily 24 hours. Rm 1801, Bldg 2, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (8631 0801) 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho2号楼1801室

Aqua Salus Urban Retreat 1) Daily noonmidnight. 1-17 Lucky Street, 1 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (6501 6639, reservation@aquasalus.cn); 2) Taiyue Height 106, 16 Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6501-2881, reservation@aquasalus.cn) www. aquasalus.cn 良泉都市怡疗三里屯会馆, 1) 朝阳区朝阳公园路1号好运街1-17号; 2) 朝阳区朝阳区南三里屯16号泰悦豪庭底商106

Beijing Salon Vajra Catering to clients who demand very personal service. Mon-Sat 10am-8pm. S106, Glory World Apartments, 18 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6551 6461/2/3) www.vajra.com.hk 画间沙龙, 朝阳区工体西路18号光彩国际公寓S106

Bodhi Sense Just like its original Gongti branch, but more private. Daily 11am-12.30am. 2/F, Somerset Grand Fortune Garden, 46 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8440 1495) 朝阳区亮马桥路46号盛捷副景苑公寓2层

Bodhi Therapeutic Retreat Oﬀers a variety of professional treatments, as well as complimentary food and snacks cooked up by their Thai chef. Daily 11am-12.30am. 17 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6417 9595) www. bodhi.com.cn 菩提会所, 朝阳区工体北路17号

ONGOING: OKTOBERFEST AT PAULANER BRAUHAUS Bring on the dancing girls.

Chaoyang Joy City, Chaoyang Beilu,Chaoyang District (8551 5800); 4) Daily 10am-9pm. Unit 228, B1, Tower B, Sanlitun Soho, 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (5935 9717) 彩秀, 1)

I-Spa Daily 10.30am-midnight (last appointment 11pm). 6/F, InterContinental Financial Street Beijing, 11 Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (5852 5888 ext 5601) 西城区金融街11号金融街

朝阳区光华路2号阳光100国际公寓F座1层105106; 2) 朝阳区新源南路1-3号都汇天地商场3层 303号; 3) 朝阳区朝阳北路101号朝阳大悦城4层 15/16号; 4)朝阳区工人体育场北路8号院三里屯 Soho B座B1-228室

洲际酒店6层

Franck Provost World-famous hair salon with highly trained stylists and colorists. Daily 10am-10pm. Shop D2001-1, 2/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 7696/7669) 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地二层 D2001-1店铺

Heavenly Spa by Westin Daily 9am-10pm. 1) The Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888); 2) Daily 9am-10pm. The Westin Beijing Financial Street, 9B Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6629 7878) 威斯汀天梦水疗中心, 1) 朝阳区朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店; 2) 西城区西城区威斯汀大酒店金融街9B

Herborist Spa Oﬀers the time-honored traditional Chinese health and beauty care system. Daily 10am-10pm. S9-30, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6416 5179, 6416 5962, 400 888 2155) www.herborist-spa.com 朝阳区三里屯Village 南区9号楼 S9-30

Catherine de France Hair and Beauty Salon International and local stylists, colorists and beauticians oﬀer an holistic hair and beauty experience. Daily 10am-8pm. 2/F, Riviera Plaza, 5 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8470 4639, 150 1081 6856, riviera@cdefrance.com) 朝阳区来广营东路5号

Hummingbird Therapeutic Retreat Hummingbird has a range of therapeutic massages starting at RMB 150-225, and also oﬀers facials, waxing and manicures. Daily 10am-midnight. Unit 103, Bldg 3, Central Park, 6 Chaowai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6597 9119) 一体保健会所, 朝阳区朝外大街6号新城

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db tanning Daily, 11am-9pm. Rm 307, Bldg 4, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu,, Chaoyang District. (5900 0427) db 日晒沙龙,

I.O Spa Indoor and outdoor pools abound, along with the usual spa services. Inside Workers’ Stadium East Gate (towards south), Chaoyang District. (6588 3228/82) 私人会所,

朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho4号楼307商铺

Dragonﬂy Therapeutic Retreat International spa brand with an exhaustive menu of spa packages. Daily 10am-1am. 1) 1/F, Grand Summit Plaza, 19 Dongfang Donglu (100m north of Lufthansa Center), Chaoyang District. (8532 3122); 2) 60 Donghuamen Ave (near The Peninsula Hotel and Oriental Plaza), Dongcheng District. (6527 9368); 3) B1/F, Eastern Hotel, Nansanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6593 6066) 悠庭保健会所, 1) 朝阳区朝阳区燕莎桥东方东路19号外交会所1层（燕莎中心路北100米）; 2) 东城区东城区东华门大街 60号(近王府饭店和东方广场); 3) 朝阳区朝阳区三里屯南路逸羽酒店1层

Eric Paris Salon International hairstyling service. Daily 10am-8pm. 1) 43 Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (135 0137 2971); 2) Stall 123, Kerry Centre Shopping Mall, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (139 1179 8376); 3) Lido Hotel, 112 Jichang Lu, Chaoyang District. (135 0107 5843) 爱丽克美容美发, 1) 朝阳区三里屯后街43号; 2) 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心商场 123; 3) 朝阳区机场路112号丽都饭店

essensuals Sister brand to Toni & Guy. 1) Daily 10am-10pm. Rm. 105-106, Tower F, Sunshine 100, 2 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District (6585 9288, fax 6585 9388); 2) Daily 10am-9pm. Unit 303, 3/F, IFC Mall, 1-3 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District (8444 2388, fax 8444 2488); 3) Daily 9am-10pm. Unit 15/16, 4/F,

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I Spa Local spa chain with English-speaking staff offers aromatherapy massage, Thai massage, scrubs, wraps, facials, floral bath, steaming, TCM and foot reflexology. All rooms are private suites. Special packages for couples are also available. 1) Daily 11am11pm. 1/F, Yuyuanhui Club, South of Gongdesi Bridge (northwest to Summer Palace), Haidian District. (6287 9868); 2) 6/F, Hilton Beijing Capital Airport,Terminal 3, Beijing Capital International Airport, Shunyi District. (6450 4777); 3) 10am-midnight. B1/F, Traders Upper East Hotel, Lido, Dongsihuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5907 8877); 4) 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel Beijing, China Central Place, 83 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8380); 5) 1/F, Gehua New Century Hotel, 19 Gulouwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6202 8888 ext 6666); 6) Daily noon-11pm. 5/F, Tower 2, Taiyue Suites, Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6507 1517, 8595 2277 ext 5666) www.ispa.cn 泰美好, 1) 海淀区功德寺桥南御园汇会所1层(颐和园西北角); 2) 顺义区北京首都机场3号航站楼北京机场希尔顿酒店6层(3号航站楼附近); 3) 朝阳区东四环北路阳光上东上东盛贸饭店地下1层; 4) 朝阳区华贸中心建国路83号北京JW万豪酒店 2层; 5) 朝阳区鼓楼外大街19号歌华开元大酒店 1层 (原华北大酒店); 6) 朝阳区三里屯南路泰悦豪庭2座5层

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Kocoon The same quality of service as at its previous Nali Patio branch, only now in The Opposite House. Tue-Sun 10.30am-8.30pm. B1/F, The Opposite House, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 6688 ext 5008) www.kocoonspalounge. com 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village北区瑜舍地下1层

裙房富贵苑家乐福118号; 2) 昌平区东小口镇中滩村394号家乐福购物中心No.212; 3) 朝阳区广顺大街16号华彩中心PJWJ 103; 4) 朝阳区北三环东路乙6号创益佳家乐福一层; 5) 通州区九棵树西路48号通州家乐福310号; 6) 朝阳区广渠路 31号九龙商厦双井家乐福109号; 7) 宣武区马连道路11号马连道家乐福107-108; 8) 海淀区中关村西区中关村家乐福地下一层15&16号

Salon de France Hair and Beauty Salon With a trained team of international and local stylists, colorists and beauticians, this salon mixes French chic with modern simplicity to create a relaxed atmosphere for a wide range of image consulting, hair beauty services, manicures and pedicures, waxing, facial and body treatments, make-up and tanning. Daily 10am-8pm. Nali Mall, Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 3029, 159 0146 0954, 138 1037 4763, salondefrance.bj@gmail.com) 风色云边美容美发中心, 朝阳区三里屯路那里市场内

LeSpa Daily 11am-11pm. 5/F, Soﬁtel Beijing, Bldg C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 6666) 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场C座索菲特酒店5层

Long Island Massage & Spa Chinese and Thai-style massage and reﬂexology. 1) Daily 11am-2am. 14A Guanghua Lu (5/F, Nuo’an Bldg, southwest of the Kerry Centre), Chaoyang District. (5130 9718, 6591 6247); 2) Daily 11am-1am. B1/F, Jiahui Center, 6 Jiqingli, Dongcheng District. (6551 6112/13) www. longislandspa.com.cn 长岛健身, 1) 朝阳区光华路甲14号（嘉里中心西南侧诺安大厦5层）; 2) 东城区吉庆里6号佳汇中心地下1层

Oriental Taipan Massage and Spa Relax in style among rose-scented water features, soft music and helpful, friendly staﬀ. Healthy fruit juices and snacks included. 1) Daily 11am12.30am. 2/F, Block 9, Lido Place, 2A Fangyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6437 6299); 2) Daily 11am-12.30am. B1/F, 1 Xindong Lu (next to Shenji Best Soup), Chaoyang District. (8532 2177); 3) Daily 11am-3am. Sunjoy Mansion, 6 Ritan Lu, Chaoyang District. (6502 5722); 4) Daily 10am-12.30am. B/1-3F, Shuncheng Hotel, 26A Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6621 8622); 5) Daily 10am-12.30am. Bldg 25, Central Park Phase 3, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6597 0015); 6) Daily 11am-1am. Rm 101, Bldg B, Winterless Center, 1 Xidawang Lu, Chaoyang District. (6538 8086) www.taipan.com.cn 东方大班保健休闲会所, 1) 朝阳区芳园西路甲2号丽都广场9号公寓2层; 2) 朝阳区新东路1号沈记靓汤旁; 3) 朝阳区日坛路6号新族大厦院内; 4) 西城区西城区金融街甲 26号顺成饭店地下一层; 5) 朝阳区朝外大街6号新城国际公寓三期25号楼; 6) 朝阳区西大望路 1号温特莱中心B座101

Peninsula Spa by ESPA 12 treatment rooms and private locker facilities. 3/F, The Peninsula, 8 Jinyuhutong, Wangfujing, Dongcheng District. (8516 2888 ext 6090) 东城区东城区王府井金鱼胡同8号2王府半岛酒店三层

Quan Spa at Marriott Beijing City Wall Daily 3pm-midnight. 7 Jianguomen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (5811 8187) 东城区建国门南大街7号

The Ritz-Carlton Spa China Central Place, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District (5908 8080/8081) 朝阳区建国路83号华贸中心 Salon 88 An international chain of hair

The Spa at Hilton Beijing Wangfujing Nine treatment suites, including a Vichy shower room where guests can lie on a bed and let the full-body cascade of water pulse away all their fatigues and pains. Daily 10am-11pm. 6/F, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing East Street, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888 ext 8560) 东城区王府井东大街8号北京王府井希尔顿6层

Spa de Feng Men-only spa. Daily noon-midnight. 1) C306, Sunshine 100, 2 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (5100 1330, reservation@spadefeng.com); 2) Binduyuan A204, 15 Zaoying Beili, Nongzhanguan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6501 6639, reservation@spadefeng.com) www.spadefeng.com 临枫男士健康会馆, 1) 朝阳区光华路 2号阳光100 C306; 2) 朝阳区农展北路枣营北里宾都苑204室

Tai Dian Massage Salon Japanese brand with 25 years of expertise. 1) Daily 10am-2am. Rm 305, Bldg 6, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 8200, 5869 0707) ; 2) Daily 10am-2am. Bldg 4, Area 2, Shuanghuayuan Nanli (100m west of Melody KTV), Chaoyang District. (8751 6223) 1)泰殿养生会馆, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho6号楼 305室 2) 朝阳区双花园南里三区四号楼 (双井麦乐迪向西一百米华夏银行北侧)

TATA Swanky salon in Gongti. Daily 10am10pm. Workers’ Stadium North Gate, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8511 3880) 朝阳区工体北路工人体育场北门

Toni & Guy British international hair salon chain. 1) Daily 10am-10pm. 3 Units, 3/F, Tower 8, South Area, Sanlitun Village, Chaoyang District. (6417 4188); 2) Daily 10am-9pm. 1/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6461 8368); 3) Unit 303, Tower C Oﬃce Bldg, Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8517 1292); 4) Daily 10am-9pm. 4/F Seasons Place Shopping Centre, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Xicheng District. (6622 0316); 5) Daily 10am9pm. Rm105-106, Block F, Sunshine 100, 2 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6585 9288); 6) Daily 10am-9pm. 1/F, Oriental Plaza, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8518 2646); 7) Daily 10am-10pm. Units F4-04 & 05, ECMall, 1A Danling Jie, Haidian District (8248 3435, fax 8248 3301) 托尼英盖, 1) 朝阳区三里屯Village南区8号楼3层3单元; 2) 朝阳区朝阳

PASTA PRIZES! To win an RMB 200 voucher for Cornerstone, tell us: What does the Italian word “spaghetti” mean? Email your answer to win@thebeijinger.com.

DIRECTORY / STYLE–A&C–SPORTS–LIVING 区东三环北路东方路1号希尔顿酒店大堂1层; 3) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银泰中心写字楼C座3层 303商铺; 4) 西城区金城纺街2号金融街购物中心四层L404; 5) 朝阳区光华路2号阳光100国际公寓F座105-106号; 6) 东城区东长安街1号东方广场汇贤豪庭1层; 7) 海淀区丹棱街甲1号欧美汇购物中心4层04-05

Willow Stream Spa Fairmont Beijing, 8 Yongan Dongli, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区建国门外大街永安东

子艺术区

阳区朝阳门外大街和金台西路的路口

Galerie Urs Meile Lucerne-Beijing TueSun 11am-6.30pm. 104 Caochangdi Village, Cuigezhuang, Chaoyang District. (6433 3393, fax 6433 0203) www.galerieursmeile.com 麦勒

Forbidden City Concert Hall Inside Zhongshan Park, Xichang’an Jie, Xicheng District. (6559 8285) www.fcchbj.com 中山公园音乐堂,

画廊, 朝阳区草场地村104号

Mei Lanfang Grand Theater 32 Ping’anli Dajie (southeast of Guanyuan Qiao), Xicheng District. (5833 1288/1388) www.mlfdjy.cn 梅

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

西城区西长安街中山公园内

COMMUNITY GROUPS A1 Toastmasters Club The goal is to improve your public speaking and leadership skills. www.a1tmc.org The Beijing Guild An informal crafts group which welcomes people of all nationalities interested in knitting, crochet and other crafts, coming together to share their passion and to meet others. Meets weekly; see website for times and locations. (contact@beijingguild. com) www.beijingguild.com

南路甲1号

兰芳大剧院, 西城区平安里西大街32号(官园桥东南角)

Italian Embassy Cultural Ofﬁce 2 Sanlitun Dong Er Jie, Chaoyang District. (6532 5015, iicpechino@esteri.it) www.iicpechino.esteri.it

National Centre For The Performing Arts (NCPA) 2 Chang’an Jie, Xicheng District. (6655 0000) www.chncpa.org 国家大剧院, 西城区

意大利大使馆文化处, 朝阳区三里屯东二街2号

西长安街2号

ME Photo Art Gallery Zhong Yi Lu, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Dashanzi Arts District, Chaoyang District. (5978 9263) http://www.mephotoart.com

Peking University Hall Inside Peking University, 5A Yiheyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6275 1278) www.pku-hall.com 北大百年纪念礼堂,

东磊影响画廊, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号798中一街

海淀区颐和园路甲5号北京大学内

Pace Beijing Tue-Sun 11am-7pm. Dashanzi art district, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5978 9781) www.pacebeijing.com 朝阳区酒仙

Poly Theatre Poly Plaza, 14 Dongzhimen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (6500 1188 ext 5126/5127) www.polytheatre.com 保利剧院,

桥路2号大山子艺术区

东城区东直门南大街14号保利大厦1层

The Capital Club This private club caters to Beijing’s senior business community. 50/F, Capital Mansion, 6 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8486 2225 ext 260, member@thecapitalclub.com) www. thecapitalclub.com

Apple Flagship Store Daily 10am-10pm. Bldg 6, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6419 8900) 朝阳区三

Red Gate Gallery Daily 9am-5pm. 1/F & 4/F, Dongbianmen Watchtower, Chongwenmen Dongdajie, Chongwen District. (6525 1005) www.redgategallery.com 红门画廊, 崇文区崇

Trojan House Theater 22 International Art Street, Pingod, 32 Baiziwan Lu, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (5711 0860/5711 2128) 木马剧场, 朝阳区朝阳区百子湾路32号

China Culture Center (CCC) Kent Center, 29 Anjialou, Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6432 9341/1041, info@chinaculturecenter.org) www.chinaculturecenter.org 朝阳区亮马桥路

里屯北路19号院三里屯 Village南区 6 号楼

文门东大街东便门角楼楼上

22院街艺术区

29号安家楼肯特中心院内

Sony Store Daily 10am-10pm. L330, 3/F, South Bldg, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 1350) 索尼探梦, 朝阳

Rose Gallery Unit 1, 706 Houjie, 798 Art District (enter from north gate), 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6436 1818) 朝阳区朝阳区

区光华路9号世贸商业中心南街3层L330号

酒仙桥路2号798艺术区内706后街1号

里8号北京华彬费尔蒙酒店

Yishengyuan-Beijing Health Center Services include acupuncture, taiji, qigong, yoga and ﬁtness, acu-facials, massage and diet, diagnosis and treatment by famous TCM physicians, and Daoland dynamic ﬁtness. Mon-Wed, Sat-Sun 8.30am-5.30pm, Thu-Fri 8.30am-9.30pm. 8 Fangjiayuan Hutong, Chaoyangmennei Nanxiaojie, Dongcheng District. (6514 0806) http://english.hcpcm. com 颐生院-中医养生保健, 东城区朝阳门内南小街大方家胡同芳嘉园甲8号

TECHNOLOGY

ARTS & CULTURE ART SCHOOLS Central Academy of Fine Arts (CAFA) 8 Huajiadi Nanjie, Chaoyang District. (6477 1019) www.cafa.edu.cn 中国中央美术学院, 朝阳区,朝阳区花家地8号

BOOKSTORES

Three Shadows Photography Art Centre Tue-Sun 10am-6pm. 155 East End Art, Caochangdi Village (Next to Platform China), Chaoyang District. (6432 2663) www. threeshadows.cn 三影堂摄影艺术中心, 朝阳区草场地艺术东区155号(站台中国旁)

White Space Beijing Tue-Sun noon-6pm. Airport Service Road, No. 255 Caochangdi, Chaoyang District. (8456 2054) www.alexanderochs-galleries.de 空白空间, 朝阳区机场辅路草场地255号

The Bookworm 1) Mon-Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 8am-5pm. First courtyard, Hegezhuang Village, Shunyi District. (6431 2108, books@beijingbookworm.com); 2) Daily 9am2am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6586 9507, books@beijingbookworm. com, kidsclub@beijingbookworm.com) www.chinabookworm.com 书虫书吧, 1) 顺

Xin Dong Cheng Space For Contemporary Art 1) Daily 10am-5pm. Dashanzi art district, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6433 4579); 2) Chaoyang Liquor Factory, Beihuqu Jie, Anwaibeiyuan, Chaoyang District. (5202 3868) www.chengxindong.com 程昕东国际当代艺术

义区崔各庄乡，何各庄村一号院; 2) 朝阳区工体北路4号院

Y++ Gallery Triwizart N2-42, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (6415 3099, y.plusplus@gmail.com) 朝阳区北京市朝阳区三

CINEMAS Broadway Cinematheque MOMA (BC MOMA) North area of Dongzhimen MOMA, 1 Xiangheyuan Lu, Dongzhimen, Chaoyang District. (8438 8258) www.sagacinema.com 当代MOMA百老汇电影中心, 朝阳区东直门香河园路1号, 万国城北区（二环路东北角）

空间, 1) 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号798大山子艺术区; 2) 朝阳区安外北苑北湖渠朝阳区酿酒厂内

里屯北路11号三里屯Village北区2楼4层N2-42

Yan Club Arts Center Mon-Sun 10:30am-6pm. 4 Jiuxianqiao, Dashanzi Art District, Chaoyang District. (5978 9172, gallery@yanclub.com) www.yanclub.com 仁艺

SPORTS FOOTBALL ClubFootball 9am-6pm. Unit A212, Door 3, A1 Zone, Huadeng Building, 14 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5130 6893/4/5/6, coaching@wanguoqunxing.com) www.clubfootball.com.cn 万国群星足球俱乐部, 朝阳区酒仙桥路14号兆维华登大厦A1区3门212室

Women's Football Contact Weiwei (8526 2420 ext 111, wf7788@yahoo.com.cn)

HIKING & CAMPING Beijing Hikers Suite 1907, Bldg 107, Jiangfu Jiayuan, Tuofangying Lu, Jiuxianqiao, Chaoyang District. (6432 2786, info@beijinghikers.com) www.beijinghikers. com 朝阳区酒仙桥驼房营路将府家园107号楼1907 Dandelion Hiking (131 2478 8581) www.chinahiking.cn 蒲公英远足

RUNNING & TRAINING Beijing Hash House Harriers Contact Dave “Minime” White (beijinghhhowner@yahoogroups.com) www.hash.cn, www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/beijinghhh

SHOOTING

MUSEUMS

798 Photo Gallery Daily 10am-6pm. Dashanzi art district, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6438 1784, 6437 5284) www.798photogallery. cn 百年印象摄影画廊, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号798大

CAFA Art Museum Tue-Sun 9.30am5.30pm (last ticket at 5pm). 8 Huajiadi Nanjie, Chaoyang District. (6477 1575) 中央美术学院美

山子艺术区

Iberia Center for Contemporary Art Tue-Sun 10am-6pm. Dashanzi art district, 4, Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5978 9530, info@iberiart.org) www.iberiart.org 伊比利亚当

China Northern International Shooting Range Five types of guns for your pistoling pleasure. Daily 8.30am-4pm. Mafang Village 1, Nankou Town, Changping District. (6977 1368) www.bfshoot.com/index.html 昌平区南口镇

代艺术中心, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区

马坊村1号

National Art Museum of China Daily 9am4pm. 1 Wusi Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6401 2252/7076) www.namoc.org 中国美术馆, 东城

Olympic Sports Centre Paintball Strike Range Close to the line four subway, this range also oﬀers laser tag. Daily 9am-12pm, 1-5.30pm (laser); Daily 9am-8.30pm (paintball). 1 Anding Lu, Chaoyang District. (6492 1603) 朝

Alliance Française de Pekin French Cultural Center: 18 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6553 2678); BLCU Center: Rm 421, Block 2, Beijing Language and Culture University, 15 Xueyuanlu, Haidian District. (8230 3619) 北京法语培训中心, 1) 朝阳区工体西路18号; 2) 朝阳区三里屯东三街法国学校内; 3) 海淀区学院路 15号北京语言文化大学教学2楼421

区五四大街1号

National Museum of China Daily 8.30am4.30pm. East side of Tian’anmen Square, Dongcheng District. (6512 8910, fax 6525 6774) www.nmch.gov.cn 中国国家博物馆, 东城区天安门广场东侧

Arario Beijing Tue-Sun 10am-7pm. Inside Chaoyang Liquor Factory, Beihuqu, Anwaibeiyuan, Chaoyang District. (5202 3800, info@arariobeijing.com) www.arariobeijing. com 朝阳区安外北苑北湖渠朝阳酒艺术园

Ullens Center for Contemporary Art (UCCA) Tue-Sun 10am-7pm. Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8459 9269) www.ucca.org.cn 尤伦斯当代艺术

Chambers Fine Art Tue-Sun 10am-6pm. Red No. 1-D, Caochangdi, Chaoyang District. (5127 3298, bj@chambersﬁneart.com) www. chambersﬁneart.com 前波画廊, 朝阳区草场地

White Box Museum of Art B07, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5978 4800) www.798whitebox.com 白盒子艺术馆, 朝阳区

红一号D座

Galerie Paris-Beijing Mon-Sun 11am-7pm. 798 Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (5978 9262, galerieparisbeijing@gmail.com) 巴黎北京画廊, 朝阳区朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山

中心, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区

朝阳区酒仙桥路2号798艺术区路B07号

THEATERS Chaoyang Culture Center/TNT Theater Corner of Jintai Xilu and Chaoyangmenwai Dajie (east of Jingguang Qiao), Chaoyang District. (8599 6011) www.cyqwhg.com 朝阳文化馆, 朝

Fishbowl Events Social opportunities for people to mingle. ﬁshbowlevents.com International Newcomers’ Network Function Rm, 3/F, Athletic Center, Capital Mansion, 6 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8486 2225 ext 110, innbeijing@hotmail.com) www. innbeijing.org 朝阳区新源南路6号京城大厦康乐中心3层

VIVA: Beijing Professional Women’s Network Career support network for professional women. (membership@vivabeijing. org) www.vivabeijing.org

COOKING SCHOOLS Black Sesame Kitchen Food writer Jen-Lin Liu's cooking school is housed in a renovated courtyard with an open kitchen and dining room where students can "cook, socialize, dine and wine." Oﬀers weekly classs, wine tastings, as well as caters to corporate functions, birthday parties, book readings and other events. 3 Heizhima Hutong, Dongcheng District. (136 9147 4408, blacksesamekitchen@gmail.com)

TAKE 5

龙滑雪场, 河北省张家口市崇礼县红花梁

GALLERIES

Alexander Ochs Gallery Tues-Sun 10am6pm. (Will be closed for Summer Aug 1-22.) 255 Caochangdi, Jichang Fulu, Chaoyang District. (8456 2054, info@alexanderochs-galleries.de) www.alexanderochs-galleries.com

Culture Yard A fun environment for locals and expats alike to interact. 9am-late. 10 Shique Hutong, Dongcheng District. (8404 4166, contact@cultureyard.net) www.cultureyard. net 东城区石雀胡同10号

Triathlon Beijing (TriBeijing) (tribeijing@gmail.com) www.tribeijing.org

术中心, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区

术馆, 朝阳区朝阳区花家地南街8号

British Club of Beijing Expat spouses meet to hear interesting speakers on alternate Tuesdays from 10am-noon. Membership RMB 100; meeting fees RMB 30 (members), RMB 50 (nonmembers). (britclubbj@yahoo.com)

Beijing Huairou Real CS Club Both paintball and laser tag on oﬀer. Daily dawn-dusk. 22 Dong Zhongjie, Dongcheng District. (8968 8619/158 1119 9916) 东城区东中街22号

阳区安定路1号

Startrooper Laser Tag Indulge your trigger-happy inner child in a trippy atmosphere. Tue-Fri by reservation only, Sat-Sun 9am-8pm. B1/F, 316 Wangjing Xiyuan Sanqu, Chaoyang District. (6475 8329) 朝阳区望京西园三区316号楼地下一层

Target Sports Development Hop out to Tianjin for a spot of paintball. By appointment only. Oﬃce: 2-1109, Fanglinyuan, 5 Zifang Lu., Chaoyang District; Shooting range: Fenghuang Grounds, 63 Xinhua Dajie, inside Ji County, Tianjin. (6766 5584) www.pbsports.com.cn 办公室: 朝阳区紫芳路5号院芳林苑2号楼 1109室; 场地:天津蓟县城内兴华大街63号凤凰山营地

LIVING

INFUSIONS APOTHECARY

The bar that took alcoholic alchemy to new levels in Beijing has a range of infused liquors, bitters and other fruity twists on the norm. (5208 6040)

EL NIDO

Become a regular at this bar and, sooner or later, boss Xiao Shuai will force one of his infused brandies or vodkas down your throat. Knock ’em back. (8402 9495)

MAO MAO CHONG

They infuse vodka with Sichuan peppers for their Mala Mule. These people are serious. (159 9264 6024)

SALUD

One of the first venues in Beijing to leave fruit lying around in bottles of rum. Salud’s rum infusions aren’t the most refined around, but they get the job done. (6402 5086)

TOUCH

Offers a range of infused vodkas. (5922 8888 ext 8112)

CELEBRATING TEN YEARS

OCTOBER 2011

DIRECTORY / LIVING www.blacksesamekitchen.com 东城区黑芝麻胡同3号

The Hutong Informal cooking school that also oﬀers workshops focused on intercultural friendship and learning. 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District. (6404 3355, info@the-hutong.com) www.thehutong.com 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号(北新桥地铁站东南边)

FURTHER EDUCATION Mandarin Plus This Chinese language school styles itself as a haven of Mandarin learning, where you can “enjoy numerous cultural exchange activities and have worldly experiences.” B1-535, Sanlitun Soho, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5785 3361, Contact@mandarin-plus.org) http://www. mandarin-plus.org/ 卓一汇众, 朝阳区工体北路三里屯Soho, B1-5355

Beijing United Family Hospital International-standard hospital with inpatient and outpatient services. Wide range of medical and surgical specialties provided, emergency room and ICU open 24 hours. Mon-Sat 8.30am5.30pm. 24-hour emergency care. 2 Jiangtai Lu (in the Lido area), Chaoyang District. (5927 7000, 5927 7120 (ER ), fax 5927 7200) www. unitedfamilyhospitals.com 北京和睦家医院, 朝

OCT 3: AZARI & III Musical statues.

laboratory and pharmacy service. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-5.30pm. 7 Ritan Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8562 9998, after-hours emergencies 8562 9990, billing@ikang.com) www.bjhealthcare.com 庇利积臣医疗中心, 朝阳区日坛东路7号

Rutgers EMBA Program Rutgers oﬀers a fully accredited 14-month Executive MBA (EMBA) program designed for working professionals who want to remain on the job while obtaining a US MBA. Classes are taught in English once a month over a nine-day period, held all day on two consecutive Saturdays and Sundays, and three hours per night for two nights during the intervening week. 5/F, China Life Tower, 16 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5877 1706/7) www.rutgersinasia.com 新泽西州立大学EMBA项目, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街 16号中国人寿大厦5层

MEDICAL SERVICES 21st Century Health Care - Beijing Glory Clinic Glory Clinic was established in 1998 and oﬀers high standard, integrative preventive health screenings and medical care in a quiet and comfortable environment. Internationally trained doctors and nurses provide care for internal medicine, surgery, gynecology, dentistry, pediatrics, ENT, immunization, ophthalmology, Traditional Chinese Medicine and specialist appointment. The health screening department oﬀers comprehensive customized health screenings for individuals and corporate clients. Direct billing with international insurers is provided. Languages spoken: English, Japanese, Korean, German, Chinese. Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat-Sun 9am - 6pm; 24 hour house call service. 40 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (84446168(English/Chinese)8444 6160 (Japanese)6468 6021(Korean)) http://www.glory-clinic.com

Beijing DCN Orthopedic Hospital Medical service provider cooperating with international healthcare insurance companies and oﬀering a broad range of both inpatient and outpatient expert services in orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, sport medicine, trauma and fracture care, and rehabilitation. Daily 24hrs (includes clinical and pharmacy services). 19A, Fushi Lu, Haidian District. (5271 3366) www.dcn.org.cn 北京德尔康尼骨科医院, 海淀区阜石路甲19号

Beijing Intech Eye Hospital Fifteen years of eye care experience, including emergency treatment, telephone consultations, laser vision corrective surgery and preventative care. On-site shop sells frames and lenses. The VIP clinic has English-speaking staﬀ, many of whom trained overseas. Oﬀers direct billing to many international insurance companies. Daily 8.30am-4.30pm. 1/F, 4-5/F, Panjiayuan Plaza, 12 Panjiayuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (6771 5558, customerservice@intecheye.com) www. intecheye.com 英智眼科医院, 朝阳区潘家园南里12号潘家园大厦1层,4-5层

Beijing DCN Orthopedic Hospital A preferred medical service provider cooperating with international healthcare insurance companies. Oﬀers a broad range of both inpatient and outpatient expert services in orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, sport medicine, trauma and fracture care, and rehabilitation. Open 24 hours a day, including clinical and pharmacy services. 19 Fushi Lu, Haidian District. (5271 3366, 5271 3366 (fax), health@dcn.org.cn) www.dcn.org.cn 德尔康尼骨科医院版权所有, 海淀区阜石路19号

朝阳区亮马桥路40号

Amcare Women’s & Children’s Hospital Oﬀers high-quality medical services with a focus on maternity care, women’s health and pediatrics. Foreign language support program available on request. 8am-4.30pm. 9 Fangyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6434 2388 24hr hotline, 800 610 6200) www.amcare.com.cn 北京美中宜和妇儿医院, 朝阳区朝阳区芳园西路9号

Bayley & Jackson Medical Center Provides comprehensive medical and dental services with English-speaking staﬀ. Onsite radiology,

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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. International SOS Beijing clinic is the city’s leading family practice and specialist services clinic, represented by 15 nationalities, including

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English, French, Japanese, German, Spanish, Korean and Chinese-speaking doctors. Oﬀers 24/7 Emergency Services, GP, Pediatrics, Gynecology, specialists, Pharmacy, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Dentistry and Orthodontics, Optometry. Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat-Sun 8am-6pm. Suite 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (Clinic: 6462 9112, 24hr hotline 6462 9100, china.inquiries@internationalsos.com) www. internationalsos.com 北京国际救援中心, 朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心1座105室

Beijing New Century Harmony Pediatric Clinic As a satellite clinic of renowned Beijing New Century International Children’s Hospital, Beijing New Century Harmony Pediatric Clinic has a strong team of experienced pediatricians and nurses from China and overseas. Harmony Pediatric Clinic provides a full range of multilingual healthcare services on a 7x24basis (7x12. 9am to 9pm during soft opening period). K-01, 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 The free-standing, outpatient and primary/ specialty-care facility of the pioneering Puhua International Hospital. Located near the Jinsong Station, the Clinic is open daily from 0900-1800, and is open for urgent care, primary care, family medicine as well as specialty care in all essential areas. Puhua Clinic is unique in oﬀering: Chiropractic Care, an AmericanStyle Eye (Ophthalmology) Dept; and also a Podiatry Dept.Direct-Billing with all major Insurers; Membership Plan available. 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 The first International-Standard Hospital in Beijing. Open in Beijing since 1994. Inpatient, Outpatient, Surgery, Inpatient Care and ICU Services. English-speaking staff on 24/7 call. Wide range of Medical, Surgical and Consulting Services. Direct-billling with International Insurance Companies. The reference-level Medical Facility in Beijing for all Neurology, Neurosurgery and Rehabilitation Issues. World leader & Pioneer in Regenerative Medicine. Member of Asia Pacific Medicine (APMG) the leading, and the largest, InternationalStandard Medical Services Group in Asia. 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 Shunyi Clinic Provides easily accessible, high-quality medical services and wellness promotion in the Beijing suburbs. Family medicine, family counseling, physical therapy, pediatrics, integrative medicine and travel medicine services are available throughout the week. Mon -Thu 9:30am - 7:30pm, Fri-Sun 9.30am-4.30pm. Unit 818, Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. (8046 5432, fax 8046 4383) www.unitedfamilyhospitals.com 北京和睦家医院诊所, 顺义区天竺开发区荣祥广场818号

Bioscor Beijing Clinic International clinic for cosmetic medicine, specializing in cosmetic surgery, skincare, hair regrowth, and anti-ageing techniques. Appointments with an Australian surgeon and physician available. Rm 1008, E-Tower, 12 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6503 5706/7, beijng@bioscor.com.cn) www. bioscor.com.cn 澳保加医疗美容诊所, 朝阳区光华路12号数码01大厦1008室（嘉里中心对面）

Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Dr. David Zhang is an American National Board Exam Certiﬁcated chiropractic doctor, a Texas licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, and a specialist in Chinese medicine. He provides chiropractic, physiotherapy, and other manual therapies for back pain, sciatica, and other conditions, as well as acupuncture and natural medicine treatments. Tue, Wed, Thur and Sat 9.30am-6.30pm,. Beijing Internal Medical Center, S110, 1/F, Lufthansa Center Oﬃce building, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6464 9828, 8448 3449) 朝阳区北京国际医疗中心中国北京朝阳区亮马桥路50号燕莎中心写字楼一层 S110

CMS Clinic American cosmetic/aesthetic medical services including laser skin treatments, hair loss/removal, cosmetic surgeries and anti-aging therapeutics for men and women. Free consultations available. BeijingTower (Chang’an Club Bldg) 7/F, Suite 701, 10 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6559 6769) www.cmsclinic.com 北京西美斯医疗美容诊所, 东城区东城区长安街10号长安俱乐部7层

Cosmetic Surgery Center Located in the Third Hospital of Beijing University, this is the earliest professional department for plastic surgery in China. Specializes in cosmeticand plastic surgeries. 38 ShangdixinxiLu, Haidian District. (8289 0216) www.sar.com.cn 北医三院上地门诊部医学美容中心, 海淀区上地信息路 38号上地数码大厦B座

Hong Kong International Medical Clinic, Beijing Beijing’s first joint-venture medical organization operates according to international standards, has a high-quality international administration system and highly trained medical staff. Daily 9am-9pm (after 9pm minimal staff on duty). 9/F, office tower of the Swissotel, 2 Chaoyangmen Beidajie, Dongcheng District. (6501 4260, 6553 2288 ext 2345/6/7) www.hkclinic.com 北京港澳国际医务诊所, 东城区朝阳门北大街2号港澳中心瑞士酒店办公楼9层

International Medical Center (IMC) Foreign doctors are on-site 24hrs a day, oﬀering a wide range of medical services, including family

DIRECTORY / LIVING–EXPLORE medicine, psychological services, dental, Ob/Gyn, Pediatrics, TCM, etc. English, Chinese, Arabic, Russian are spoken. Drop-in service for travelers, on-site X-ray, ultrasound, laboratory. Daily 24hrs. S106, S111 Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmahe Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 1561/2/3, 6465 1384/28, marketing@imcclinics. com) 北京国际医疗中心,朝阳区亮马桥路50号燕莎中心写字楼1层S106

New Century International Children’s Hospital (NCICH) China’s premier international children’s hospital provides affordable pediatric care at international standards. Claims to have Beijing’s most qualified doctors and nurses, with private, safe family rooms and imported state-of-the-art equipment. Their English-speaking staff offer a full range of children’s healthcare services. Daily 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,

Zone, Shunyi District. (fcreception@ufh.com. cn); 2) Inside Beijing United Family Jianguomen Health & Wellness Center, B1/F, The St. Regis Residence, St. Regis Hotel, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (fcreception@ufh. com.cn); 3) Inside Beijing United Family Hospital, 2 Jiangtai Lu (in the Lido area), Chaoyang District. (fcreception@ufh.com.cn) www.unitedfamilyhospitals.com 北京和睦家医院诊所, 1) 顺义区天竺开发区荣祥广场818单元北京和睦家医院诊所内; 2) 朝阳区建国门外大街21号北京国际俱乐部饭店公寓楼地下1层北京和睦家健康中心内; 3) 朝阳区将台路2号北京和睦家医院内

RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS The River of Grace Church Sunday Services begin at 10am and are open to all foreign passport holders. 2/F, Great Hotel, 1 Zuojiazhuang, Chaoyang District. (6466 1680) www.theriverofgrace.com 朝阳区左家庄1号北京贵国酒店二层

VOLUNTEER AND NGOS Beijing Cultural Heritage Protection Center (CHP) A national resource center for heritage conservation, equipping local communities with awareness, strategy, organization, practical skills and training to preserve cultural heritage at local levels. Those who have tips on suspect behavior regarding cultural relics or sites should call the hotline. Rm 309, Bldg E, 46 Fangjia Hutong (just south of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng District. (6403 6532, 6403 6632 (fax)) www.bjchp.org 北京文化遗产保护中心, 东城区方家胡同46号艺术园区(国子监南临)E座309室

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Chaoyang Library Retirees English Language Club This group of retirees meets every Sunday from 2-4pm at Chaoyang Library to practice English conversation. Volunteer English teachers welcome. (beijingirishconnect ions@gmail.com)

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. B29, Kerry Centre, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (8529 6618, fax 8529 6615, vista@vistachina.net) www.vista-china.net 维世达诊所, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心B29

Vista Medical Center Medical services including family and internal medicine, OB/GYN, pediatrics, dentistry, ophthalmology, dermatology, ENT, TCM, physiotherapy, psychiatry, imaging laboratory and pharmacy service. Also oﬀers pre- and postnatal care and infant health check-ups. English-speaking staﬀ onsite 24hrs a day. A consultation with a GP costs RMB 660. Direct billing with more than 40 international insurance providers. Daily 24hrs. B29, Kerry Centre, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (8529 6618, fax 8529 6615, vista@vista-china. net) www.vista-china.net 维世达诊所, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心B29

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Beijing International SOS Clinic Family Counseling Center Two counselors oﬀer services that include individual therapy, couple relations, family dynamics, parent and child relations and stress management. Suite 105, Bldg 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (6462 0333, china.inquiries @internationalsos.com) www.internationalsos. com 北京国际救援中心, 朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心一座105室

Beijing United Psychological Health Center BJU’s mental health professionals are all licensed in their home countries and have the credentials to practice legally in China. This team is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Beijing’s diverse community and practice only the highest standards of mental health care. Their very experienced staﬀ of multicultural, multilingual psychologists and psychiatrists can respond to personal, relationship, family and children’s issues. BJU’s counseling services are available in three locations in the city. For further information and appointments call 5927 7067. 1) Inside Beijing United Family Shunyi Clinic, Unit 818, Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development

IMC Psychological and Family Counseling Services English-speaking Adult and Child Psychologist, licensed to practice in China, offers individual, couple, marriage and family therapy. He also conducts psychological, neuropsychological /educational testing, biofeedback therapy and hypnosis. He offers treatment for depression, anxiety, insomnia, eating disorders, sexual difficulties, alcohol and substance abuse, ADD, ADHD, autism, and learning problems in children. Speaks Chinese, Farsi and conversational Japanese. Daily 24hrs. S106, 1/F, Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (158 0131 9796, 6465 1561/2/3) www.imcclinics.com 朝阳区亮马桥路 50号燕莎中心写字楼1层S106

PET CARE/ANIMAL WELFARE International Center for Veterinary Services (ICVS) All services in English and Mandarin. Licensed rabies vaccines. Mon-Sat 8am-8pm; Sun 10am-7pm (by appointment). Kent Center, 29 Liangmaqiao Lu, Anjialou (shares a courtyard with China Culture Center), Chaoyang District. (8456 1939/40/41, ICVS_CHINA@yahoo.com) www.ICVSASIA.com

Compassion for Migrant Children CMC is a nonproﬁt organization that helps China’s urban migrant children, primarily through oﬀering social and educational programs. Mon-Fri 8.30am-5.30pm. Rm 233, 2/F, Xintai Building, 8 Xiaguangli, Chaoyang District. (6465 6100/1, volunteer@cmc-china.org) www.cmc-china. org 打工子弟爱心会, 朝阳区霞光里8号鑫泰大厦2层233室

Green Earth Volunteers (GEV) One of China’s oldest local environmental NGOs, GEV aims to serve as a vehicle for grassroots public participation through encouraging volunteerism. 21 Paoju Hutong, Dongcheng District. (8403 9930, g84039930@126.com) eng.greensos.cn 绿家园志愿者, 东城区炮局胡同21 JGI China – Roots & Shoots The Jane Goodall Institute in China’s environmental and humanitarian education program for students. Rm 1309, Beijing City International School (BCIS), 77 Baiziwan Naner Lu, Chaoyang District. (6778 3115/5802, fax 6778 2757, info@jgichina.org) www.jgichina.org 珍

阳门外大街6号朝外SOHO A座3层3097; 2)海淀区远大路1号金源新燕莎4层4119; 3)昌平区立汤路186号龙德广场地下1层B118; 4)朝阳区广渠路 33号石韵浩庭4号楼4底商

Lee Pet Animal Hospital Full-service veterinary center. Daily 24hrs. Unit 5-6, 9 Lincui Lu, Chaoyang District. (5821 3503) 乐宠丽派特动物医院, 朝阳区林萃路9号5-6底商. 电话

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TRAVEL AGENCIES Beijing Citybus Tour Service Daily 9am-8pm. Rm 1207, Scitech Tower, 22 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 650 0760) www.citybustour.com 北京赛笛芭诗城市观光旅行社, 朝阳区建国门外大街22号赛特大厦1207室

Beijing Tourism Group (BTG) 18 Chaoyangmen Nandajie, Chaoyang District (150 1008 9588) www.travelingislife.com 朝阳区朝阳门南大街 18号

Country Holidays Rm 2804, Bldg 11, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (+21 3222 0616, beijing@countryholidays.com.cn) www. countryholidays.com.cn 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho11号楼2804

Kingdom Travel Specializes in corporate and holiday travel planning and offers airline, hotel, car, and cruise reservation services. Staffed by professional travel consultants. Apt 718, Bldg 2, Guanghualu Soho, 22 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (5870 3388, fit@kingdomtravel.com. cn) www.kingdomtravel.com.cn 中侨国旅, 朝阳区光华路22号光华路SOHO 2号楼718室

Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648, info@90percenttravel.com) www.90percenttravel.com Sunflower Travel Specializes in leisure and business travel, offering international and domestic trips, and customized trips to create a unique travel experience. 22D, Bldg B, Ginza Mall, 48 Dongzhimenwai Dajie (8447 6361) www.sunflowertravel-cn.com, Dongcheng District. (8447 6361) 东城区东直门外大街48号东方银座B座22D)

TUI China Travel Co. Ltd. Travel services from an international team. Oﬀers city tours, tour packages with special interest groups and individual travel arrangements all over China, as well as to Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and other Asian countries. Unit 921-926, Bright China Chang An Bldg, Tower 2, 7 Jianguomennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (8519 8800, private-tours@tui.cn) www.tui.cn 途易, 东城区建国门内大街7号光华长安大厦2座921-926

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Operation Smile China An international medical charity that provides free cleft lip and palate repair surgeries to children worldwide. (ssnyder@operationsmile.org) www.operationsmile.org, operationsmile.org.hk Roundabout Charity Distribution Store Collects gently used clothing and household items for redistribution to communities in need across the country. Goods can be donated there or at their downtown drop-oﬀ location at Links Moving (9B, Tower D, Ginza Mall at Dongzhimen). Mon-Sat 9.30am-5.30pm. Opposite the East Gate of the International School of Beijing, 10 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District. (137 1801 1124 (English), 137 1805 3814 (Chinese only)) www.roundaboutchina.com 顺义区北京顺义国际学校东门的对面,安华街10号

Wokai Wokai is a small, directed non-proﬁt that works as an intermediary for microﬁnance in China. www.wokai.org

北京新天地国际动物医院, 朝阳区安家楼亮马桥路29号肯特中心院子内

Lee Pet Beijing’s largest pet store, oﬀering not only a diverse range of imported products, but also in-house grooming, photography and kennel services. 1) Mon-Fri 10am-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9.30pm. Unit 3097, Bldg A, Chaowai Soho, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5900 5499); 2) Rm 4119, 4/F, Golden Resources Shopping Mall, 1 Yuanda Lu, Haidian District. (8887 0706); 3) B118, B1/F, Longde Square Shopping Mall, 186 Litang Lu, Changping District. (8484 1916); 4) Bldg 4, Landgent Chateau, 33 Guangqu Lu, Chaoyang District. (8776 9602) www.leepet.com 乐宠, 1)朝阳区朝

Chaoyang District. (8468 6666) www.united. com 美国联合航空, 朝阳区东三环路霞光里18号

EXPLORE AIRLINES Air Canada Rm C201, Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (400 811 2001) www.aircanada.cn 加拿大航空, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号燕莎中心C201

Air France Rm 1609, 16/F, Bldg 1, Kuntai International Mansion, 12A Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 880 8808) www. airfrance.com.cn 法国航空, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街甲12号昆泰国际大厦1号楼1609室

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

Turkish Airlines W103, Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 1867) www.thy.com 土耳其航空, 亮马桥路50号燕莎中心W103

United Airlines C/D1, 15/F, Tower A, Gateway Plaza, 18 Xiaguangli, Dongsanhuan Lu,

TAKE 5 EAT FOR GOOD BEIJING COMMUNITY DINNERS

NGOs speak about volunteer opportunities every fortnight at local Chinese restaurants. RMB 50. beijing communitydinner@gmail.com

BEIJING FOODIES

For those who are equal times passionate about food and philanthropy. Meets the first Sunday of every month. RMB 100. bjfoodies@gmail.com

BREAD OF LIFE BAKERY

Creates jobs for older disabled orphans, who bake their breads, pies, cakes and cinnamon rolls. Place your order online. (137 2262 2865) www.breadoflifebakery.org

CHI FAN FOR CHARITY

All of Beijing’s finest restaurants donate tables and food for one of the most highly anticipated charity eating events of the year. www.chifanforcharity.org

VEGAN SOCIAL CLUB

Organizes social networking events in the name of promoting a healthy and ecologically responsible lifestyle. vegansocialclub@gmail.com

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CLASSIFIEDS Commercial and service classifieds cost RMB 300 for the first 20 words, and RMB 15 for each additional word. To submit a classified ad: 1) e-mail: Phoebeli@truerun.com; 2) submit your ad directly on line at www. thebeijinger.com; 3) fax to 5820 7895. Free ads will be placed on a space-available basis and at the discretion of the editor. Deadline: the 15th of each month. For more information on how to place a classified advertisement in The Beijinger call our new number: 5820 7700-822 JOBS OFFERED - PROFESSIONAL see more at www.thebeijinger.com GK Dragonomics database manager (temporary) GK Dragonomics, a leading China economic research firm, seeks a short-term employee to help organize its extensive databases. The job requires lots of Excel experience, top-notch organizational skills, and strong Chinese language ability. Native English speaking and writing are preferred but not required. The project should take about 3 months and flexible hours are possible. Applicants should send a resume to Alanis Qin: aqin@gavekal.com. GK Dragonomics property analyst GK Dragonomics, a leading economic research firm, seeks an analyst to follow China’s real estate and construction markets. The job requires the ability to develop and pursue new ideas independently; strong research, organizational and networking abilities; native fluency in written and spoken Chinese; and good English writing and presentation skills. Applicants will need three years of relevant experience, such as in economics, consulting or journalism. Please send resumes to Alanis Qin: aqin@gavekal.com. Professional hair stylists are needed: Yadia is an international hair salon, the company is currently seeking creative, professional native-speaking hair stylists for its flagship store located in Shang Du Soho. Required: Rich hair- style experience is essential and working experience in international company is advantageous. Excellent Customer service skills. If you are interested and qualified, please call 5900 5020 or email your CV to hadty0203@yahoo.com.cn. JOBS OFFERED - SALES & MARKETING see more at www.thebeijinger.com Fullhome Real Estate Skills and qualifications: Previous property leasing/sale experience in Beijing is preferred but not essential; A strong command of English is required; Outstanding communication and negotiation skills; Self-motivated, hardworking, ready for pressure and challenge; Bachelor degree or above; Candidates with other language skills are welcome; Interested candidates should send CV to hr-bj@fullhomechina.com SERVICES - ACCOMMODATION see more at www.thebeijinger.com Beijing Service Apartment for Rent Daily/Monthly/Yearly @ Sublet.CN FULL SERVICE: 24H Hotline: 008610-6493-8285, 6491-2993 Email: subletcn@gmail.com Website: http://www.sublet.cn Lufthansa Area: Beijing SOHO Residences - SOHO北京公馆 1 Br. 80m², ¥11,000 3 Br. 245m², ¥ 22,000 Gemini Grove - 星源汇 1 Br. 80m², ¥9,000 2 Br. 90m², ¥10,000

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Dongzhimen/Sanlitun Area: Harbor City, Studio, 40m², ¥300/night or ¥3,600/month; Seasons Park - 海晟名苑 Studio, 47m² with open kitchen, ¥390/ night or ¥5,300/month; 1 Br, 75m², ¥580/night or ¥7,300/month; 2 Br, 100m², ¥9,500 2 Br, 128m², ¥12,000 2+1 Br, 140m², ¥14,000 3 Br, 160m², ¥15,000 4 Br, 250m², ¥25,000 East Avenue –逸盛阁: 1 Br, 83m², CNY 8,500 1 Br, 100m², CNY 10,000 2 Br, 120m², CNY 13,000 New MOMA - 万国城: Studio, 100m², ¥7,000 2 Br, 140m², ¥12,000 3 Br, 245m², ¥20,000 Sanlitun SOHO - 三里屯SOHO 1 Br, 120m², ¥10,000 2 Br, 150m², ¥13,000 2 Br, 170m² special oﬀer ¥13,000 3+1 Br, 245m², ¥23,000 3+1 Br, 260m², ¥28,000 International Wonderland - 首开幸福广场 1 Br, 95-120m², ¥7,000 2 Br, 125 - 140m², ¥9,000 Regentland/Worker Stadium/ DongsishItiao - 瑞士公寓 1 Br, 80 - 95m², ¥8,500 2 Br, 125m², ¥12,000 3 Br, 140m², ¥15,000 Guangcai Int’l Apartment - 光彩国际 3 Br. 217m², ¥20,000 4 Br. 270m², ¥25,000 CBD Area: Central Park - 新城国际 Studio, 75m², ¥8,000 1 Br. 90m², ¥9,000 2 Br. 125m², ¥13,000 2 Br. 130m² duplex, ¥14,000 3 Br. 190m², ¥19,000 3 Br. 220m², ¥ 23,000 4 Br. 265m², ¥33,000 Windsor Avenue - 温莎大道 1 Br. 90m², ¥7,500 2 Br. 158m², ¥12,000 3 Br. 300m², ¥23,000 Fortune Plaza - 财富中心 1 Br. 70m², ¥7,000 2 Br. 140m², ¥11,000 3 Br. 205m², ¥16,000 Global Trade Mansion - 世贸国际 Studio. 80m², ¥7,000 2 Br. 170m², ¥14,000 3 Br. 260m², ¥18,000 CBD Private Castle - 圣世一品 2 Br. 115m², ¥10,000 2 Br. 148m², ¥12,000 3 Br. 170m², ¥15,000 Chaoyang Park Area: Palm Spring - 棕榈泉 2 Br. 138m², ¥12,000 3 Br. 192m², ¥18,000 3 Br. 218m², ¥23,000 Park Avenue - 公园大道 2 Br. 174m², ¥15,000 3 Br. 180m², ¥17,000 3 Br. 193m², ¥20,000 Oceanwide Int’l Residential District - 泛海国际 3 Br. 185m², ¥13,000 4 Br. 245m², ¥18,000 Greenlake Place - 观湖国际 3 Br. 173m², ¥10,000 3 Br. 192m², ¥13,000 4 Br. 260m², ¥22,000 Beijing Golf Palace - 高尔夫公寓 3 Br. 270m², ¥27,000 Star River - 星河湾 3+1 Br. 260m², ¥24,000 Dawanglu Area: China Central Place - 华贸中心 2 Br. 125m², ¥12,000 3 Br. 165m², ¥13,000 Gemdale Int’l Garden - 金地国际 2 Br. 148m², ¥13,000

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Beijing Downtown Traditional Courtyard for sale, Land space 155m2, owner contact: Mr. Zhang, Mobile: 13901331060, Email: jinghezhang@yahoo.com Good View Property is an international real estate consultancy and investment advisory company. Consultants specialize in the leasing and purchasing of residential, retail and oﬃce properties in Beijing to provide clients with one-stop individualized solutions to their real estate needs. Please visit us at www.goodviewpro.com, call our hotline direct at 01065616166/13810684468 or email us at info@goodviewpro.com for a free consultation.

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Wright & Kou Accountants Our licensed company provides these services: • Accounting and bookkeeping • Tax ﬁling for corporations and individuals • HR and payroll • Banking and cashier • Business and tax advisory • Annual inspections • Setup and windup WFOE, Representative Oﬃce Tel: 8591-0295 Cell: 1590-148-8529 Email: Jenny @ wrightandkou.com SERVICES - BUSINESS CENTER see more at www.thebeijinger.com

SERVICE - AGENTS: REAL ESTATE see more at www.thebeijinger.com Real Estate Law Service Our experienced real estate attorneys provide quality legal services to help foreign citizens to purchase and sell real properties in China. We also do related litigations. 10th Floor, China World Tower, No.1 Jianguo Menwai Avenue,Beijing 100004. Tel: (8610) 5706 8302. Email: realestate@jtnfa.com. Website: www. jtnfa.com Savills is a leading international property services group providing comprehensive, yet personalized residential leasing services. As part of the relocation package, orientation, home and school searches, immigration services, lease negotiation and preparation, tenancy management, and renewals can all be provided. Our team of highly-experienced and dedicated consultants is committed to providing exceptional and uncompromised customer service. www.savills-china.com JRE Corporate has rapidly expanded since its foundation into one of the largest real estate companies focusing on residential services. We boast the widest range of properties, the lowest prices and the value-added complete after-sales services throughout the whole lease term. Tel:5108 8028, 5108 8048, 13701080877 Fax: 5108 8039 Email: Joanna@joannarealestate. com.cn Fudou, The most considerate consultant in real estate. Beijing’s first “housekeeper-style” real estate consultancy. Thinks about what you may ignore. Deals with what you have no time to do. Helps manage your extra-money over budget. We provide one-stop service solutions including house purchasing and renting, house cleaning, moving, and house renovation, to meet your various needs. We aim to help you find the ideal residence in Beijing, enabling you to enjoy the wonderful environment of Beijing that is getting for the Olympic Games. Office: Room 1108, Building 12,Wanda Plaza, 93# Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing Tel:8610-5820 4845 lydia@fdzygw.co Waveland Realty is a leading residential and commercial property consulting company specializing in providing leasing and sale of superior properties, property management and investment consultation in the Beijing metropolitan area. Waveland Realty is one of the first and the best-known real estate companies in Beijing. Tel: 85805609/10/11 or 13901098016 Fax: 85805612 E-mail: sales@wavelandrealty.com NCL Real Estate Services NCL Commercial services focus on the office leasing service for foreign companies. provides international clients with customer-orientated, attentive and responsible value-added residential services. NCL offers a complete stress free relocation service to expatriates. 汇盛行房地产经纪公司 Lease & rent : Apartments, Villas, Offices, etc. ROOM120606 JIANWAI SOHO 建外SOHO12号楼606室 Tel: 58691028; 13911758308 www.bjncl.com

Vantone Commercial Center provides tenants a fully serviced office and conference center environment in the heart of both Chaoyang Business District and Financial Street. Our center located on the top floors of Vantone Center Tower D offers you fantastic panoramic views with professionally trained staff to support all your daily business needs. New World Vantone Business Center is ideally situated along the 2nd Ring Rd inside a landmark building. In addition, we have inhouse catering available to offer you the convenience of hosting events without seeking outside vendors. The Center is outfitted with high-end telecommunication, conference audio, video, lighting and office equipment ensuring unsurpassed quality and efficiency. www.VantoneCommercialCenter.com Tel: 010 8804 7200,5905 5905 SERVICES - AIR PURIFIERS see more at www.thebeijinger.com IQAir: Air pollution is a major environmental concern for everyone. The air we breath effects our health and well-being. IQAir has been providing clean air solutions for more than 45 years. With a certified actual efficiency of at least 99.97%, our Health Pro 250 model has received more #1 ratings than any other product on the market. Call today for a free air quality assessment of your home or office. The IQAir Store: Room 2201-02, Air China Plaza, 36 Xiao Yun Lu, Chao Yang District, Beijing 北京市朝阳区霄云路36号国航大厦2201-02室 Tel: 010-8447 5800 / 5488 Service Hotline: 400-6501266 www.theiqairstore.com E-mail: info@theiqairstore.com SERVICES - AYI / HOUSEKEEPING see more at www.thebeijinger.com Beijing Ex-PATS Service Healthy, reliable, experienced, English-speaking housemaid / nanny. Free agency and 24- hour English service. Medical and Accident insurance covered. EXPATS Life Group also serves with Mandarin, car leasing, Visa, English-speaking driver, driving license, vehicle registration. Tel: 64381634, 13501237792 ada. han@expatslife.com www.expatslife.com Beijing Sunnyhome Housekeeping Service Co., Ltd: Professional team provides reliable experienced Ayi Service, Driver, Car rental, tourist information, Theatre Tickets Booking ( Acrobatic, Peking opera, Kungfu) etc. Tel: 010-52884727 13621188413 (24hours) Website: www.bjayiservice.com E-mail:bjayiservice@163.com Beijing Ayi Service Company provides the experience and professional ayies (Nanny), driver and western cooking chef for foreigner families. And teach ayies western cooking etc. contact on: 60409096, 13641137690 (24 hours) email: service@beijingayiservice.com website: www.beijingayiservice.com

CLASSIFIEDS Easy Life-Maid service Professional & reliable English speaking maid (Ayi) available. Customers’ satisfaction guaranteed. Full time & part time. Housecleaning, Babysitting, Ironing, Chinese-western cooking, Call 13811227395 www.maidservicebj. com email: info@maidservicebj.com China Ayi Housekeeping Services is a branch of Shanghai Xun En Home Services, providing the advanced and professional, full time and part time home services: Housekeeping; Baby-sitter; Driver; Chinese & English tutor; Massage; Martial; Arts; Filipino Ayi, etc. Contact us: Tel: 010-65476698; 010-87016095; Mobile: 15201217243 / 131 4104 2715. 24 Hours. Email: chinaayi@yahoo.cn; www. chinaayi.com SERVICES - CARPETS see more at www.thebeijinger.com Khawachen’s Beijing store is brand new. However their hand-woven carpets made of pure Tibetan highland sheep wool, ornamented with exquisite Tibetan designs and symbolism have been widely acclaimed domestically and internationally since 1994. Enjoy your leisurely shopping at KhawachenPioneer of Tibetan rugs, in the beautiful Chaoyang park. Tel: 5905 6311 E-mall: khawachenrugs@hotmail.com Website: www. innerasiarugs.com 3-2 FA, Solana Park, No.6, Chaoyang Park Road, Chaoyang District.

Beijing TOP-A Vehicle Service Co., Ltd Beijing TOP-A Vehicle Service provides: *English-speaking driver *Long-short term leasing *Airport-Pick up/Drop oﬀ *Sedan, Van and Bus We, EX-PATS Life Group, also serves with Mandarin, housemaid, Visa, driver, driving license, vehicle registration service Tel: 64381634, 13501237792 ada. han@expatslife.com www.expatslife.com

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: carrentl@live.com Address: Room 1012 Huaye Center Building B Mid East 4th Ring Road 39 Chaoyang District Beijing

SERVICES - DECORATION/DESIGN see more at www.thebeijinger.com DURAVIT Almost 190 years ago Duravit’s history began in Hornberg in the Black Forest in Germany. George Friedrich Horn founded a small factory, initially producing earthenware crockery and giving way vto the manufacture of sanitary ceramics at the beginning of the 20th century. Since then Duravit has been solely dedicated to “Living Bathrooms” and today oﬀers complete bathroom solutions with ceramic sanitaryware, bathroom furniture and the recently established Bathtubs + Wellbeing product segment. More information? Please contact Duravit(Chin a)Sanitaryware Co., Ltd - Shanghai Sales Center, Unit A-D,10/F Jiushi Tower,28 Zhongshan Road(S),Shanghai(02163309922) www.duravit.cn DC Design Villa Bathroom Service Scope The art of living By studying the relationship between the body and water, we are not only able to help you create your dream bathroom, a space made of water, steam, colors and light, but also bring you the philosophy of living. All you need to do is to subscribe the DC Design Villa Bathroom Service Scope, and enjoy. 1) 1/F 30 Dongzhong Street, Dongzhimen, Dongcheng Distrct. 8:30-18:30 (010-6416 1485), or 2) 1/F Xin’an Mansion, 200 Zhenning Road, Shanghai. 8:30-18:30 (0216279 3649) www.dcdesign.com.cn 科马 DC Design 1)东城区东直门东中街30号一层(6415 2288); 2)上海市镇宁路200号欣安大厦西峰一层 Boloni Experience Center As the biggest macro-home provider in China, Boloni has retained famous Italian designer Lino Codato to create an impressive new showroom. Covering 8,000 square meters, it will show the company’s “post minimalism” and European fashion trends. Featuring Kebao and Boloni decoration、 along with Tellmach villa decoration for diﬀerent styles of house and apartment. 100 meters north of Easyhome Mall on the North Fourth Ring Road (8489 9001 / 5134 8917) www.boloni.com.cn SERVICES - GENERAL see more at www.thebeijinger.com AAA expatcar www.expatcar.com New car sales Second hand car sales Car license plate draw lottery registration Leasing options Car service Car insurance Contact: sales@expatcar.com Tel: 81523060

First Choice Car Rental Service Co., Ltd. * Long term leasing for family or business. * Short term leasing for travelling, RMB200-RMB800/day * English-speaking drivers * Airport-Pick up/ drop off. * Sedan (Audi, Passat, Elantra etc.), Van (Buick Gl8, JinBei, Ford, Benz), Bus Tel: 400-004-1199, 13810156525(24 hours) Email: fccars@live.cn Web: www.fccars.cn Beijing CYTS car rental service group Luxury car rental promotion Big car rental brand, unbeatable price Brand new vehicle fleet, full insurance Professional, experienced staff, local trained English-speaking driver Multi-language tour guide Tailor-made solution 24*7 standing by Contact us for more discount information T: 57458067, 13718943926 info@carservicecn.com www.carservicecn.com Guide Alliance Tour Guide service Chinese teaching Culture Orientation Cooking Also tailing made activities by your request. Email: guidealliance@hotmail.com Tel: 13466510069 (Jing) PraChinese Language and Culture Center You can learn about Chinese traditional healthy life style here: 1. Traditional Chinese Medicine courses teach you how scraping, Tuina, cupping or burning moxibustion etc. does affect your body and how to operate them properly etc. 2. Taiji, zen meditation and standing exercise courses instruct you how to cultivate your inner energy, Qi. 3. Guqin courses take you back to Tang Dynasty and calm down your emotions as the melody makes your brain radiates α wave. 4. Take home or present friends your own instand works of Chinese painting and calligraphy. 5. Antique appreciation and cultural tour course improves your skill and enlarge the knowledge upon how to identify real treasures. Also tailing made culture course by your request, all above courses presented by one professional and one language teacher both. Website: prachinese.com E-mail: admin@prachinese.com Tel: 010-65308593, 4006260012 Add: 35D, Fortune Plaza Apartment, No.7, Middle East 3rd Ring Road

Let’s Burger & Let’s Seafood One of the Beijing’s hottest restaurants wants YOU! Be part of the fun, dynamic award-winning restaurant in Beijing. We are currently looking for standout individuals with a passion for service and the professionalism to join us. Could this be you? Supervisor / Captain / Waiter / Waitress / Bartender (Competitive Salary + Incentive Scheme) please contact Ms. Wong @ 13011042318. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only. Welcome joint the expatcar motor club membership We buy your car Help you sell out your car Car license plate draw lottery registration New car sales Used car sales Mechanical first aid Change of flat tire Battery boost Towing & extrication service Long –short term leasing Contact: service@expatcar.com Tel: 81523060 SERVICES - BUSINESS see more at www.thebeijinger.com www.alchinabiz.com A & L consulting provides urgent business services: Work permit, Resident permit, Business registration, Market penetration. Call: 8610-51286183 13701381127 13811627864 E-mail: info@alchinabiz.com AsiaBS & B.String Professional accountant and Corporation forming 1. Setting-up Hongkong, BVI and other offshore company 2. Setting-up the WFOE, Joint Ventures, Representative Offices in China 3. Opening the bank a/c Tel: 8610 5869 6579 Website: www.AsiaBS.com; www. Stringbc.com E-Mail: info@stringbc.com Austen Morris Associates provide independent financial advice for expatriates, including children’s education planning, retirement planning, protfolio management and tax efficient investments. Call for an initial consultation. Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm, Ste 2509, Beijing Silver Tower, 2 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. 64107030. www. austenmorris.com

ASIAN TIGERS K. C. DAT (CHINA) Ltd. Is an international Relocation management specialist with twelve offices in China. We are ISO9002 and FAIM certified, members of OMNI and FIDI providing us worldwide representation in 1,000+locations. Our client base includes multinational companies, financial institutions and embassies. Tel: (010) 6415 1188 www.AsianTigersGroup.com general. general@asiantigers-china.com Links Relocations has invested and continues to invest in our core business – moving. We have buying power, global contracts, a great business model & above all else a Friendly approach to moving that makes us the Smart choice for our clients. So wherever you are going – Call, Email or Skype. 010 8447 7496 or beijing@linksrelo.com or skypeID links.relocations AGS Since 1974, the AGS Group assists clients with their relocation needs, enabling them to move with complete peace of mind. AGS offers a worldwide network of 125 branches ISO 9001:2008 certified and uses overseas agents, members of the major international organisations of the moving industry (FIDI, IAM.) Tel: 8532 5288 email: sales-beijing@agsfourwinds.com AGS Depuis 1974, le Groupe AGS offre à ses clients toute une gamme de services permettant de déménager en toute sérénité. AGS c’est un réseau mondial de 125 agences certifiées ISO 9001:2008 et qui travaille avec des agents membres des grandes organisations internationales de l’industrie (FIDI, IAM ) Tel : 8532 5288 email salesbeijing@agsfourwinds.com CIM is located 50 metres away from Chaoyang Customs Office. CIM can provide a full range of moving, storage, record management and expatriate documentation services. Multilingual and professional staff know what you expect and what makes you happy. Wherever you move, whenever you move, call CIM.Email: info@cimmover.com Web: www.cimmover.com DB Schenker is a German freight forwarding company with more than 2,000 offices in more than 130 countries worldwide which provides a wide scope of services. The relocation department professionally handles international, domestic and local household removals around the world door to door. For inquiries and consultations please contact our multilingual staffs: Email: relocations. bjs@dbschenker.com; Tel.: +86 10 8042 0416; Fax: +86 10 8048 0115; web: www.dbschenker. com.cn we make moving enjoyable! SERVICE - PET CARE see more at www.thebeijinger.com

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Asian Express is an expert in international, domestic, local household goods and oﬃce moving, storage and full relocation services. We have been servicing Mainland China since 1979, which makes us one of the most experienced moving companies. Call today and get an obligation FREE quotation from our multilingual expat staﬀ. Tel: (010) 8580-1471 Fax: (010) 8580-1475 Email: beijing@aemovers. com.hk. Website: www.aemovers.com.hk

Lee Pet PetSmart, America’s largest retailer of pet products and services, operates on this side of the globe under the name Lee Pet. Its Chaowai Soho branch is now Beijing’s largest pet store, oﬀering not only a diverse range of imported products, but also in-house grooming,photography and kennel services. Mon-Fri 10am-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9.30pm. Unit 3097, Bldg A, Chaowai Soho, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (5900 5499) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号朝外SOHO A座3层3097 Leepet chain stores’ location: 1. Golden Resources Shopping Mall 4th ﬂoor; Suite: 4119 乐宠金源新燕莎MALL店: 北京市海淀区远大路1号金源燕莎购物中心 4层西侧4119 (停车楼4层E28口) 电话: 01088870706 2. Longde Square Shopping Mall Suite: B118,tangli road, Changpin district 龙德广场店: 北京市昌平区立汤路186号龙德广场地下一层B118铺位, 电话: 010-84841916 3. Land gent chateau store #4 building, guangqu road, Chaoyang district. 石韵浩庭店: 北京市朝阳区广渠路33号石韵浩庭04号楼 04底商, 电话: 010-87769602 4. Leepet animal hospital ( 24 hours) #9 Lincui Street, Chaoyang District 乐宠丽派特动物医院: 北京市朝阳区林萃路9号院5-6底商, 电话: 010-58213503 Hotline: English: 138 1029 5757

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PrimeTrans offers comprehensive translation services that help you overcome your business barriers. Quality, prompt and worry-free! Call George: 010 81732035, 13501089053, primetrans2000@gmail.com MicroMice Translation, a member of TAC(中国译协),provides document& website translation, escort & conference interpreting. Multilingual, Affordable, Guaranteed Quality. Hotline: 400-625-1518, www.micromice.com.cn Mag Translation has a professional team of translators and interpreters for nearly thirty languages. Services include: Document Translation / Interpretation /Certified Translation (officially recognized stamps) / Business Liaison / Voice Over /Transcription. Quality and Punctuality are conscientiously guaranteed! Contact: magtranslation@gmail. com, 86-10-51663597, 86-13811295972, www. magtranslation.com

1040 US & CHINA TAX SERVICES Licensed & personalized US and China individual income tax specialists with over 15 years experiences. For tax return preparation and consultation services, please contact us: 1040 Consulting Service Co., Ltd. www.1040-cn.com / contact@1040-cn.com M: 139-1131-4957 / P: (86 10) 5923-1099 US Tax Return Preparation US CPA with more than 15 years of experience preparing US tax returns for expatriates working overseas. Tel.10-8559 1772/ 136 0133 6223. Email: winnie@sinousconsulting.com SERVICES - IT / COMPUTER see more at www.thebeijinger.com

SERVICES - HOME APPLIANCES see more at www.thebeijinger.com Smeg's clever combinations of features, technology and style have produced the truly versatile series of Opera Range Cookers. The serious cook can select a beautiful design object to enhance the kitchen, which can reﬂect the skill of its owner by providing excellent culinary results from its wealth of functions and features. Smeg Appliances are constantly in line with the latest design trends. All features, from control knobs to handles, are designed to combine ease of use with innovation and research. These cookers are appealing, practical yet distinctive and styled to enhance the appearance of modern kitchens. All models are easy to use, easy to clean, reliable and manufactured to meet stringent safety and quality standards. EUROIDEA’s showroom:1)Rm 1-003,Tower 2 ,Easy Home,65 Beisihuandonglu,Chaoyang District, Beijing(13401091092),or 2)No.3033,Kai xuanlu,Xuhui District,Shanghai (02154258960). 展厅1)北京市朝阳区北四环居然之家2号厅 1-003(13401091092);2)上海市徐汇区凯旋路 3033号甲(021-54258960). SERVICES - HOME ACCESSORIES see more at www.thebeijinger.com Rouge Baiser-Elise The French designer Elise de Saint-Guilhem creates very exclusive collections using beautiful linen and handmade embroideries: bedding, tablecloths, cushions, curtains... Also available in the boutique her collection of children bedding, clothes and nightwear, and tunics and pyjamas for adults. Mon-Sat 10:00am-7:00pm, Sunday 11:30am-5pm. (6464 3530) Duravit with a history of almost 200 hundred years, Duravit is a German company that specializes in oﬀering complete bathroom solutions. They stock ceramic sanitary ware, bathroom furniture and also boast a recently established bathtubs and wellbeing product range, Duravit Shanghai Sales Center, Blag B-D, 10/F, Jiushi Tower, 28 Zhongshan Nanlu, Shanghai (021-6330 9922)

IT is so easy – CenturyTang provide IT Outsourcing Service from ¥300/ month for enterprise, IT Outsourcing include: Server maintenance & troubleshooting; PC maintenance & troubleshooting; Software troubleshooting & update; Printer & Network equipment maintenance; Enterprise level Anti-virus; Weekly/Monthly backup/restore. Contact Eric Wu at 1350 120 8862 or 010-5979 5301. Website: www.100tang.cn SERVICES - PRINTING see more at www.thebeijinger.com 10 YEARS OF HIGH QUALITY Production Printing experience and Marketing Promotion in all fields ranging from corporate adaptation to simple business brochures / pamphlet / leaflet / flyers. Clients include many corporate 500 companies as well as over 10 Five Star Hotels. SERVICES - LANGUAGE TRAINING see more at www.thebeijinger.com

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The Frontiers School- Makes Chinese Easy Founded in 2003 by a team of dedicated language teachers, we oﬀer full and part time courses as well as programs tailored speciﬁcally to you or your company’s requirements – backed up by after-course support and competitive pricing in Beijing’s most accessible location. Make the right choice for your Chinese Language Journey – choose The Frontiers School

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Intensive Chinese course with Gaoli Chinese School Follow our steps, help you realize your purpose! Step1: join in our tailor made class (comprehension +basic HSK prep) (take 4months) Result from step 1: Speak Chinese ﬂuently+ Pass new HSK level 4 Step2: comprehension + HSK prep (take 3 months) Result from step2: Pass new HSK level 5 in both oral and writing tests. Pre university course is available! Please contact us for detailed information of Chinese courses. Address: 2nd ﬂoor Block A, Haisheng Group No. 45 Chengfu Rd, Wudaokou Haidian district. Tel: 010-62550017/62635535 Email: gaoli.chinese@gmail.com Web: www.pkcoryo.net Fesco International Teaching Center: Mandarin and Cultural Courses 85618287 85636133 www.fescomandarin.com.cn yxz@fescobusiness.com.cn fss@fescobusiness.com.cn

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OCTOBER 2011

ICH BIN EIN BEIJINGER

AUF WIEDERSEHEN EIN BEIJINGER SAYS GOODBYE by Kaiser Kuo

n the afternoon of September 1, the first gloriously autumnal day of the year, I rode my e-bike eastward along the North Second Ring Road, admiring the manicured lawns, neatly trimmed hedges, and potted flowers in synchronous bloom that line the roadside. That admittedly ostentatious landscaping doubtless strikes many as too earnest, as contrived and dated – an aesthetic that wouldn’t be out of place in modern Pyongyang. But that’s not what I was thinking as I rolled by. My reaction was more like, “Lookin’ good, Beijing!” It was like one of those moments I’ve experienced in marriage, when I catch a glimpse of my wife trying on a new and not necessarily flattering outfit before a mirror, unselfconscious and unaware that I’m admiring her, not knowing that watching her is what has impelled me – later, as she’s folding laundry or brushing her teeth or putting away the kids’ toys – to come up behind her, put my arms around her, kiss her on the neck and tell her that I love her. Ahead of me, in front of the firehouse just west of the Gulou metro station on Line 2, a knot of onlookers had stopped to watch a dozen firemen in camouflage T-shirts running a makeshift obstacle course that had been set up in the bike lane. A whistle blew, and a strikingly handsome firefighter sprinted toward a two-meter wooden barricade, scaling it handily and swinging over it to land without losing forward momentum. He grabbed a coiled fire hose in each hand and, hose spooling out behind him, dashed toward a narrow balance beam, scarcely slowing as he traversed its length. I couldn’t suppress the urge to join in the cheer that went up as the whistle blew again and he crossed the finish line. My mood held as I made my way across town, under wisps of cirrus clouds and the sun gently warming my back, well ahead of the afternoon logjam, to a meeting at the Kempinski. The weather was as beautiful when I sat down to write this final column as it had been a decade ago to the week when I wrote “Ten Ways to Fall in Love with Beijing” for the inaugural column of a new English monthly – a column I decided to call “Ich Bin Ein Beijinger.” When I wrote that first one, I honestly believed that, with a good seven years in the city already under my belt, my relationship with Beijing was already a mature one – one that had already been put to the test and survived some real vicissitudes. But looking back now I can see how that love has changed over the years, settling into something less intense, far less epic, but more lasting and deeply satisfying. It’s had its edges ground down, and if the highs are not as high, neither are the lows as low. My changing relationship with Beijing has paralleled the changes in the other relationships in my life. The once wild, erratic pendular swings between expat me and Chinese me have settled into a gentle, non-disruptive waveform. I married, and if Fanfan in any way resents being cast in the role of Beijing in my metaphorical life scheme, she’s never complained. And while our relationship was never tempestuous, we’ve eased into an even more comfortable love. Same with my band, Chunqiu, which predates the column by nine months. As with the band, so with the column: Neither has experienced anything like spectacular success, but both have been largely free of jarring lineup changes or ugly drama, and even if there are occasional frustrations, they’ve consistently provided creative outlets and remain as personally delightful as ever. They’ve both been lenses through which I’ve experienced Beijing, and vehicles for the expression of that experience. Even at my age, I’m not even close to quitting the band. So why hang up the column? Because a decade on, I realize that my own relationship with Beijing just doesn’t accurately reflect the experience that others – at least, I daresay, other readers of this magazine – have had of Beijing. For most, that relationship has not settled, and indeed may never settle, into something comfortable or quotidian. The city itself continues to lurch, mostly

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forward but sometimes the other way. And I know that for most people, their relationship with Beijing is still more turbulent, more unsettled than my perspective can capture. A noted critic of China’s political system recently wrote that Beijing is two cities – a compassionless city of power and money, and a downtrodden city of poverty and desperation. As an artist with extensive training in color, light and shadow, it’s surprising to me that he sees things in such stark black and white. The Beijing I know is many cities, not just the two of which he speaks. The nightmarish horrors he writes about may well be part of the reality, of the experience of too many. And yet even without blinkering myself to the injustices, the callousness, and the indignations suffered, the Beijing I see remains mostly a city of ordinary people living through truly extraordinary days, a place where many people feel justifiable pride in what they’ve accomplished and how far they’ve come, where I still witness everyday kindnesses aplenty, where a guy singing unabashedly at the top of his lungs as he jams along on a bike – as I sometimes feel compelled to do myself – can still brighten my day. But I accept that this isn’t stuff that makes for good column fodder. I’m grateful to the folks at this magazine for entrusting me with a place to share my own observations about Beijing, the satirical and the sappy alike. It has deeply enhanced my whole experience here, and after ten years I have a chronicle of life in this remarkable place as it’s moved through these most interesting times. Happy birthday, and many happy returns! And of course I’m also grateful to those of you who’ve read this column over the years, for the feedback and the many kind words that many of you have gone out of your way to pass to me. I’m not going anywhere, and you’ll know where to find me.