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Beijing Folk: Liu Ke of Mega Mega Vintage Talk About Town: Fun with uniformity Scene & Heard: The ﬂashbulb turns everybody into a celebrity … plus your chance to win great prizes

Feature: Is Beijing ﬁnally ready to recycle more of its waste? Are you ready to demonstrate your “zero garbage spirit”?

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STYLE ARTS & CULTURE SPORTS LIVING EXPLORE LISTINGS CLASSIFIEDS

16 If you don’t have a personal tailor here in Beijing, why the hell not? Flip to our cover feature to ﬁnd: Insider tips on how to spot a good tailor! Diagrams and checklists! Glossaries and useful phrases!

23 What’s New: Inagiku, Loving Mom’s Vegan Cuisine, San Yang Cai, Life List, Mei King, Lime Cafe, Cocolol Feature: The Seven Deadly Sins of restaurant buffets Taste Test: Baguette battleground What’s New: Fresco Bar, Zhuang, Aluss Clubhouse: Josh Wink A Drink With: DJ Wordy Mastermind: John Culhane of Pomme O’Shea’s Have You Met: The Morlocks Playlist: Zhang Si’an Livehouse: Your Favorite Enemies … plus reviews of Hedgehog, Gala, Fleet Foxes and Lil Wayne What’s New: Decide, Paris Pekin Antique Shop, Samo, Hummingbird Therapeutic Retreat Inspect A Gadget: Tablet alternatives Get The Look: Color blocking Atelier: Lao Yu wants to copy your shoes Features: Simon Birch brings the circus to town, Affordable Art Beijing slashes the price of paintings, and filmmaker Zhu Wen ponders fate Bookshelf: Nicola Beller Carbone, soprano … plus previews of “Yellow Signal” and Nanta Cookin’

Feature: Design a better uniform for Beijing Guoan Q&A: Beijing Guardians

53 Health Feature: How colorful are your meals? Hands On: A feng shui master tells us how to get lucky Q&A: Operation Smile

55 Long Weekend: Bhutan Feature: Southern California

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

84 Ich Bin Ein Beijinger: Kaiser thinks you should take his purity test

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GENERATION GAP Does this lintel make my gable end look big?

EDITOR'S LETTER

Pah! I miss the days when everyone looked the same. There’s not many of us left now ... And yes, you do look fat.

This month’s cover was created by the Savile Row eye of Judy Zhou, with thanks to June from D&J Fine Tailoring.

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must confess that I do like wearing suits. The first suit I ever wore is one that I don’t remember. There’s a photo of me at some family wedding that I’m sure they regretted inviting kids to. I’m in a blue suit. I’ve got a red tie – with elastic around the neck – and, for reasons best ascribed to youthful joie de vivre, I also sport a plastic money tube (again, around the neck) and a rather fetching pudding-bowl haircut. Maybe I’ve always fancied being a dandy but the next suit I had was no more mundane. For another wedding some years later, my mother picked out a cheesecloth number in a lightly checked blue. I cut quite the dash – if my fizzypop-and-Skittles-addled memory serves me right. So far, so suitably suited. Things took a dramatic turn for the worse when I was 16 – at my high school leaving party. The suit was from the back of my old man’s closet. It would be fair on him to say that at the time he bought this grey pinstripe ensemble that it was not at the height of fashion (this was pre- my mother getting control of his wardrobe) unless of course bell-bottoms were the height of fashion. Gosh. The fact that my friends had all begged, borrowed or stolen tuxedos was enough to make me stand out. The fact I had unsuccessfully tried to “frost my tips” (I heard Pacey say it on Dawson’s Creek – I also know that doesn’t make it better) and inadvert-

ently dyed some of my hair ginger made it worse. The green shirt with no tie can’t have helped either. For the whole evening it looked like three bouncers were about to throw me out for being badly dressed. Adolescence is awkward like that. That put me off suits for a little while. Then at university I went to Hong Kong and had to buy one for a dinner. I was too scared to get it wrong by getting one made, so I bought a cheap one. I quickly learned from my mistake. I spent a bit more on the next one – off-the-peg – it was good but not quite how I would have done it. The next time a suit was called for, I borrowed another from my dad’s “vintage” collection. It was great in its Prince-of-Wales-check country self but not made to fit me. After a few more satisfactory enough forays into off-the-peg, I finally got a suit made a few weeks ago. It was probably the way brides feel when they get the wedding they’ve been dreaming of since the schoolyard. Getting a suit tailored is like marriage. You can either go to Silk Street for a marriage of convenience or you can do it properly and marry into money. I mean, for love. All you need is a matchmaker. Turn to p16.

Jonathan White Managing Editor

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SCENE & HEARD

Diane Von Furstenberg attended her “Journey of a Dress” exhibition opening at Pace Gallery on Apr 2. Photos courtesy of the organizers

Casa Pagoda threw a “Garden of Eden” Party for all its VIP customers and friends on Apr 7. Photos courtesy of Casa Pagoda

Ritz-Carlton Cantonese cooking demostration, from Dongjiao Market to the table of Yu, led by head chef Gu Zhihui. Photos courtesy of Ritz-Carlton Beijing

Whale! at School Bar in April. Photos courtesy of Lumdimsum

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Sushi samurais at Hatsuneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sushi-making class in April. Photos courtesy of Hatsune

ROOMbeijing held the artfling after-party on Apr 8. Photos courtesy of the organizers

The House rocked out at ELVIS.Tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s album launch party on Mar 11. Photos courtesy of Acupuncture Records

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READER LETTERS

GOING UNDERGROUND

Got an opinion? We’d sure like to hear it. E-mail us at editor@thebeijinger. com. Published letters will get you a free bottle of vodka from the lovely fellas at KISS Vodka.

HAIDIAN HUANGZHUANG, LINES 4 AND 10

Dear thebeijinger, I couldn’t believe when I laid my eyes on pg. 29.... Migas!! I had such an unforgettable experience at Migas that the name of the restaurant itself has made it into my daily vocabulary. Whenever someone tries to rip me off with a smile on his/her face, it’s called getting migas’d. It’s worse than being mugged because you almost feel bad about getting angry at the situation. I paid the equivalent of a super-delicious Fatburger milkshake for a misleadingly named dessert that turned out just to be a little ball of bread with liquid chocolate (read: Hershey ’s syrup?) on the inside. Not impressed. I get bigger pieces of food stuck in my teeth! Migas, it turns out, is Spanish for ‘crumb.’ How fitting. – Alex W We say: Everyone’s entitled to their opinion and there are many of our readers who swear by Migas but thanks for sharing. Keep an eye on the reviews on our site to see an up-todate take on what others think.

SELLING POINT

I wanted to say that I liked the mention of food fad competitions and invasiovorism. I personally think that while food fads may be a little over-played and gimmicky, this trend adds an exciting element to eating out. I like the mini scavenger hunt that trying a different take on similar ingredients provides, and it’s fun to feel a bit like a food critic. I do work at The Fig Tree though, and we are all about introducing totally new and unique pastries to the Beijing market! I will also have to mention the invasiovorism idea to my boyfriend, since he’s a vegetarian for environmental reasons ... this puts his decision in a whole new light! – Erin We say: Glad you liked it. Good luck on your quest. We hope that vegetarians are allowed vodka.

Calmer than its northerly neighbor Zhongguancun, the HDHZ station offers malls for the serious DIY techies. And when you want to avoid Beijing’s extreme weather, you can wind straight from Exit A1 into the Gate City Mall, where you’ll be surprised to find some of the city’s best (and rarest) eats.

GEAR UP

Take Exit C and head north. Just east of the huge Haidian Theater, you’ll find an unassuming building that houses several electronic-parts vendors. Good for extreme techies building their own computers and gadgets, hobbyists look ing for remote-control helicopter parts, or the regular joe needing a trusty d o w n - c o nv e r t e r fo r a fo re i gn appliance.

the real best-kept secret is 97 Hong Kong Desserts. Try the mango with pomelo, coconut milk, and sago, or the mango with momoko (glutinous rice balls), coconut ice cream, and fresh mango chunks.

SKATE

On warm nights, locals bring their roller skates or rollerblades (and sometimes skateboards) to the small circular plaza next to the Carrefour entrance, just north of the Gate City Mall. Cozy up to some skaters with one of those little boomboxes, and see if you can get a good roller derby going.

EAT

Shin Yeh, known for its delicious Taiwanese fare, has a location in the Gate City Mall, with classy decor and large circular booths. Another rare treat is Auntie Anne’s pretzels. But

BEIJING FOLK

MEGA MAN by Iain Shaw

handong native Liu Ke is the owner of Mega Mega Vintage, a Gulou Dongdajie store that specializes in finding new owners for all things lao and Beijing. We asked Liu about the changes he’s witnessed during his decade-plus stay in the capital, and how he’d explain the city to UFOs. What was Beijing like when you first arrived? Fuel wasn’t so expensive. People had less, and didn’t desire as much as they do now. The city was less dirty, the streets less chaotic, the subway less developed, and the culture wasn’t as diverse as it is now.

If Shanghai is the “Paris of the East,” what is Beijing? The “New York of the East.” Just like in New York, there are people from all over the world, and it’s a big city with a high population density and fast pace of life.

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And if the aliens came to Beijing, what do you think their first impressions would be? “OMG! People can live in a place like this?” Mega Mega Vintage. 241 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District (8404 5637) 东城区鼓楼东大街241号

If Beijing were an item of clothing, what would it be? A prostitute’s underwear. What Chinese word best sums up Beijing? “杂” (“mix”). Beijing is an inclusive city. What’s uniquely “Beijing” about

Pretend that you are sent to space to describe Beijing to some aliens. What would you take with you? I’d take luzhu (pig intestine soup), because Beijingers love eating organs. I think the aliens would be like foreigners – they’d think that

eating an animal’s internal organs is weird. I can’t think of anything else, because you know today’s Beijing is not the real Beijing.

PHOTO: SONG YANG

What changes are you most happy about? People have become more cultured – they’ve gotten used to art, rock and street culture, rather than staring vacantly.

And what changes do you feel the most regret about? The city has gotten more and more dirty, the cost of living has gone up, ancient buildings have been destroyed, and cultural development is still slow.

Mega Mega Vintage? Our attitude to the environment. There’s a Chinese saying that goes: “Do not fail to do good, even if it’s small.” So we recycle and reuse.

TALK ABOUT TOWN

SUITS YOU, SIR! PUTTING THE “YOU” IN UNIFORM

niformity has its upsides. You won’t get bullied for having the worst clothes when everybody is wearing the same clothes – hence children are happy in both schools and prisons. We sent Carlly Chun to ask you what you’ve worn.

“Australian army DPCU (Disruptive Pattern Camouflage Uniform)” Benjamin Pollard, 34, Australia

“Cheerleader uniform – I was co-captain for the cheer team” Nancy Kim, 33, US

“The summer Costa uniform … I looked like a yellow Michelin man serving cappuccinos” Joshua Rickards, 21, UK “Catholic choir-boy robe with Liverpool football gear underneath” Adam Morrison-Wood, 24, UK

“Bright pink flowery scrubs” Jon Ellis, 27, US

“Yellow MyLackey.com uniform” Alex Bremble, 35, US

“White hat and jumpsuit with big red crosses on them” Matt Bartoloni, 29, US-Italy

MADE IN CHINA MAXSIZE FOR BIG MEN UNDERPANTS

n Italy, these are called Pavarotti pantaloons.

In the hotel trade, they are brunch buffet bloomers. In prison, they are brieferbody-search boxer-briefs. In public schools, they are boardshorts.

PHOTOS: CARLLY CHUN AND JUDY ZHOU

In more Rubenesque cultures, they are hot pants. And in certain parts of the American Midwest, these “special for big or fat men’s underwear” are size M. Available at Jingkelong

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ECOLOGY

PHOTOS: FLICKR USERS TIMTAK, LUXTONNERRE AND NOLEN.JOHN

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GETTING SORTED

IS BEIJING FINALLY READY TO RECYCLE MORE OF ITS WASTE? text by Gabriel Monroe

very day in 2008, Beijing residents produced more than 18,000 tons of garbage (about 1.1kg per person per day). As the municipality ’s population and average daily trash production continue to rise, its landfills are quickly reaching capacity. Without more of a commitment to reducing mixed rubbish through sorting and recycling, Beijing municipality’s waste disposal system will have severe logistical difficulties keeping up with the massive daily crush of trash. To what extent are effor ts to increase recycling, reuse and reduction part of Beijing’s long-term waste disposal plans? Landfills filling Despite many public waste bins around town being nominally compartmentalized for recycling, Beijing still currently landfills more than 85 percent of its waste. Government estimates indicate that Beijing will run out of dump space by 2014 or 2015. Fortunately, as the municipality’s 13 major suburban dumps cram toward capacity, policy makers are aware of the severity of the situation, and are moving to address it. Beijing plans to invest RMB 10 billion in waste disposal over the next five years. Nine major waste incinerators are due to come online by 2015, representing the primary thrust of the capital’s efforts to compensate as the dumps reach capacity. But burning large amounts of waste is an imperfect solution. Passion to burn The main benefits of incinerators over dumps are that they require much less land, and are able to operate over the long term, improving

waste-handling security. Some incinerators also have the potential to generate electricity from the heat of the burning trash. "Can anybody provide a better solution than incineration?" asked Beijing’s vice-mayor Huang Wei at a 2010 press event as quoted by China Daily. “I’ve learned that incineration plants can be pollution-free. The public should not have too much fear over the method.” Advanced incinerators can in fac t be designed, constructed and administered to be very low-polluting. The reality, however, is that such facilities are much more expensive to build and operate than lower-standard models that may leak toxins like mercury and dioxin into the air and, via ash, into the earth.

BOTH LANDFILLS AND INCINERATORS ARE MUCH MORE ATTRACTIVE OPTIONS FOR WASTE DISPOSAL WHEN THEY ARE FAR FROM WHERE YOU LIVE Generating electricity from incinerators is also very difficult with low-level waste sorting. Incinerators use energy more efficiently when the trash has been carefully sorted. Relatively wet kitchen waste, for example, requires much more energy to burn, and like-type rubbish can be effectively incinerated at lower than maximal temperatures. Thus, sorting can make the difference between facilities being power sources or sappers. Fortunately, several recent policy announcements indicate the integration of efforts to tackle the problem upstream through waste reduction

and sorting, rather than clinging to the trash-totreasure dreams of turning garbage to energy. Liulitun: sniffing for solutions In practice, both landfills and incinerators are much more attractive options for waste disposal when they are far from where you live. The adverse impact on quality of life for nearby residents – and thus the imperative to take steps to reduce waste – has been demonstrated in the experiences of communities in Liulitun, in Haidian District. The Liulitun Landfill (六里屯垃圾填埋场) is one of Beijing’s largest and most modern facilities. But with housing developments just one kilometer from the landfill, residents have complained about foul odors and expressed concern about potential health effects. As the landfill reached capacity, the construction of an incinerator – one of four new trash incinerators that came online in Beijing before the 2008 Olympics – was met by these residents with considerable skepticism. Wary of the smells and potential toxins seeping into their living environment, the communities around Liulitun were ready to be proactive about exploring sustainable waste management solutions. Since 2009, Liulitun residents have worked with Friends of Nature (自然之友), China’s only registered grassrootsbased environmental NGO, to develop a wastesorting and disposal pilot program, which began in earnest in March of 2010. Hope of sorts Encouragingly, the government is also making a push for increased recycling on the community level. In 2010, Beijing launched waste-recycling

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ECOLOGY trial programs in 600 communities across Beijing. This year they announced that an additional 1,200 communities, representing all 16 of Beijing’s districts and counties, will be included in this trial. According to interviews with Chen Yong, director of the Beijing municipal administrative commission, the government has plans to establish 300 new recycling centers across town each year through 2015. Meanwhile, in late March this year, the Beijing government served further notice of increased efforts to reduce waste. They announced that by the end of this year the municipality will begin charging non-residential entities – such as schools, restaurants and office buildings – for garbage disposal by weight. Under the previous standard, all waste is charged at RMB 25/ton, but the new plan would charge RMB 25/ton for food waste, and RMB 90/ton for other garbage. Pending the results of this trial, a system of progressively rising fixed prices for residential waste disposal is scheduled to come into effect. The government also recently announced support for initiating trials of “green house” community recycling apparatuses. According to

the project’s developer, Huang Xiaoshan, these local recycling stations would help residents sort and package their recyclable materials, potentially even allowing people to digitally register credit for plastic bottles and other refundable items. However, logistics and implementation are still under discussion.

"CAN ANYBODY PROVIDE A BETTER SOLUTION THAN INCINERATION? THE PUBLIC SHOULD NOT HAVE TOO MUCH FEAR OVER THE METHOD" What you can do Worldwide, our species’ challenges in dealing with our garbage derive from our magnificent capacity to produce, market, consume and then discard vast volumes of refuse. As Gong Yue, coordinator of Friends of Nature’s Municipal Solid Waste Program, points out, “The most important thing that all of

us can contribute to efforts to reduce waste and ease the burden on our waste disposal systems is to pursue the idea of ‘zero garbage spirit’ (零废气) on a personal or family level.” For example, ordinary consumers can: • Ask for less packaging or recycled/recyclable packaging. • Avoid non-biodegradable materials such as Styrofoam, which take thousands of years to break down. • Don’t buy overpackaged products or individually packaged items. • Buy in bulk. • Avoid using one-time use and other disposable products. • Shop less. When considering a purchase, ask yourself if you really need it, or is it just a passing fancy? • Compost food waste. A large proportion of waste that is currently landfilled and incinerated could be composted. FoN welcomes inquiries about urban composting. For more information, see www.fon.org.cn.

PHOTO: FLICKR USER D'ARCY NORMAN

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ECO STATS Beijing municipality plans to increase its solid waste disposal capacity to 30,000 tons per day by 2015. Solidwaste.com.cn

More than 70 golf courses in the US have been built on former landfill sites. Golf.com

China has more than 50,000 textile mills, which pollute as much as 200 tons of water per ton of fabric. NRDC

Americans go through more than 100 times more toilet paper than the average Chinese bathroom-goer (and three times as much as the average European). Treehugger.com

The likelihood of extreme precipitation on any given day rose by about 7% over the last half of the 20th century (at least for land areas of the Northern Hemisphere for which sufficient data are available to do an analysis). Nature

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tons of China’s annual rice output (10% of the total production) may contain elevated levels of cadmium and other metals, according to a Nanjing Agricultural University study. China Daily

Back in 2007, the World Bank estimated the total cost of China’s air and water pollution to be 5.8% of gross domestic product. Wall Street Journal

Current levels of PAH (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) pollution in Beijing will lead to about 21,200 lifetime cases of lung cancer. Oregon State University

China accounted for 19.8% of world manufacturing output in 2010, displacing the US as the world’s top manufacturer. Financial Times

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FEATURE

The story of a suit STEP 1: BUYING THE MATERIAL If you really want control of your new suit, start at the very beginning: Buy your own fabric. If you go to a wholesale market like Muxiyuan, you can lower the overall price of your suit by several hundred kuai. Consider carefully which fabrics will suit the suit’s function (linen for a summer

wedding? tweed for winter?) and how much material you need to make it; be aware that fabric merchants may be inclined to bend the truth. Those who really want control can also pick out buttons or lining, etc.

STEP 2: STYLING AND MEASURING

STEP 3: FIRST FITTING

Come prepared to discuss what you want (two- or three-piece?) – especially if you already have the fabric (which the tailor should inspect for marks, cuts and overall quality). Here is where you will finalize the choice of the fabric, buttons and lining and discuss the suit’s structure (full-canvas, half-canvas or fusible?) and style (two- or three-button jacket?). This is also where you decide on the little details that make your suit unique, such as sleeve buttons and monogramming. A good tailor will prompt you for the answers to these questions. However, be prepared to bring up all of these subjects yourself. In Beijing, the onus is on the customer. Bring a checklist and discuss it with the tailor, point by point, then sign off before any work is started. The suit’s overall look will become clearer once the tailor takes out their measuring tape. Though it may seem counterintuitive, it’s important to relax. Just because you’re being measured for formalwear doesn’t mean you have to stand unnaturally erect and suck your stomach in – that will only result in your suit being cut for a posture that you never maintain. The tailor will give you a price and a timetable. Agree on a date for the fitting.

Wear a decent shirt that you’d actually wear the suit with. Ideally, a fitted one so you can get a good sense of sleeve length on the jacket and how the suit will look on. Likewise, wear shoes that you’d wear the suit with, to get a good handle on trouser length and where the break falls. At this stage, the suit is half-done. The jacket looks about 80% complete, but the ends are loose on the sleeves and around the bottom, the lapel back is open so you can see the canvassing and there are no buttons. The same is true for the trousers. If anything about the suit doesn’t fit like you want it to, tell the tailor what you want changed. The shoulder pads will be held in place during your fitting. Should they need to be adjusted, they will be. Other adjustments can be made: If the jacket is a little large, say so. If you want a slimmer cut, speak up. They may persuade you otherwise but you need to point out whatever you feel unsure about. Check everything for how it looks in the mirror and how it feels to wear. If you need adjustments to sleeves, try to insist on a measurable length (3/8 inches) rather than “a little shorter.” Any earlier miscommunications will become clear at this point (e.g. why are there straight pockets when I asked for slanted?). With so many features, it’s easy for little details to get overlooked, but if you did a good job with your checklist at the first consultation, there shouldn’t be any big surprises. Still, if there are any details that can be tweaked at this stage, don’t hesitate to draw up another checklist along with the tailor. Don’t leave anything to chance – otherwise, your suit may remain unfinished at the final fitting. Agree on a time for the final fitting.

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STEP 4: FINAL FITTING Remember to dress for the occasion with a shirt and shoes you would wear with the suit. As you try on your suit, check for the alterations you asked for last time. If there is anything that you don’t like (e.g. creases in the trousers or loosely attached buttons), get the tailor to deal with it there and then. But most everything else will be unalterable. Pay up. Cut a dash.

STEP 5: WEAR IT

ALL PHOTOS BY: SUI AND JUDY ZHOU

You’ll need to wear your suit a few times to figure out whether any final changes need to be made. If you decide after a few outings that it’s a bit loose or the sleeves are still a bit too long, your tailor should be happy to rectify the problem for you.

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anatomy of a suit lapel style 驳头 bótóu Notch lapels (平驳头 píngbótóu) are standard whereas peak (戗驳头 qiāngbótóu) is more elegant – a test of tailoring ability. Don’t go more than two buttons with peak. Shawl lapels (青果领 qīngguǒlǐng) are for tuxedos.

jacket 西装上衣 xīzhuāng shàngyī Show off your figure with a slim or tailored cut.

lapel gorge 驳头串口 bótóu chuànkǒu The point where the jacket lapel and collar meet. Current trends favor a narrower lapel with a high gorge. lapel buttonhole 花眼 huāyǎn Your carnation belongs here. A bespoke tradition dating back to Victorian times. lapel width 驳头宽度 bótóu kuāndù

Skinny equates to rock star and wide to mafioso. To look modern, err on the slimmer side (2 inches at the widest point).

fully floating canvas construction 全毛衬 button stance 扣位 kòuwèi The placement of the first button. A low button stance creates a longer, slimmer torso. buttons 纽扣 niǔkòu horn (牛角 niújiǎo), mother of pearl (贝壳beìkē） You deserve better than plastic. Or at least your suit does.

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half-canvas 半毛衬 bànmáochèn

fusible interlining 粘合衬 niánhéchèn The skeleton of your suit. The more expensive, the longer your suit will keep its shape. vent 开衩 kāichà Developed for horseriding, side vents are a little more rakish than the cleaner central vent. The Italians typically go ventless. jacket length上衣长度 shàngyī chǎngdù Go shorter for a more modern look. Just don’t go Thom Browne-short.

sleeve buttons 袖扣 xiùkòu Insist on functional buttonholes (活动开扣 huódòng kāikòu). But be warned, it’s considered somewhat crass to leave the bottom button undone. “Kissing” buttons (叠扣 diékòu) suggest Italian insouciance. 18

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top stitching 扦边 qiānbiān A detail to show off bespoke handstitching.

READY FOR MORE? For more of our tailoring misadventures – including more suits and our forays into womenswear, plus a full printable glossary, more tips from the tailors and even more useful phrase – see www.thebeijinger.com.

waistcoat 马甲 mǎjiǎ Should finish at the belt buckle and wrap snugly around the torso. Why not lose the jacket and look manly in just the vest? waistcoat bottom 马甲下摆 mǎjiǎ xiàbǎi

lining 衬里 chènlǐ This is between you and your suit. Don’t be afraid to show some personality.

Rounded (圆 yuán) or straight (平 píng)? This is a personal preference, but we suggest pointed (尖 jiān).

pockets口袋 kǒudài Flap pockets (袋盖 dàigài) are traditional – and they can be tucked in to look like jetted pockets (唇袋 chúndài), which are more formal. Straight (直插袋 zhíchādài) is standard; slanted pockets (斜插袋 xiéchādài) are favored by the horsey set. A ticket pocket (票袋 piàodài) adds a dandified British air.

non-slip waistband 防滑带 fánghuádài Stops your shirt from riding up. Vital.

fly 门襟 ménjīn Button (纽扣 niǔkòu) or zipper (拉锁 lāsuǒ) ... that’s up to you. The optional French bearer (裤头钮 kùtóukòu) keeps trouser fronts flat.

trouser break 裤子长度 kùzǐ chǎngdù

The fall of your trousers on your shoes. Depends on body shape but you can’t go wrong with a little break at the ankle. The narrower the leg, the less break you need. trouser turn-ups 裤脚折边 kùjiǎo zhébiān

Helps the drape of heavier fabrics (corduroy, tweed) but suitable for all. A cuff of at least 1¼ inches is advised.

trouser side tabs 调节扣 tiáojiékòu

trousers 裤子 kùzǐ You should be able to easily fit two fingers in your waistband.

belt loops 裤袢 kùpàn So many ways to keep your trousers up. Don’t get belt loops if you normally disdain belts.

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Tailors Talk the inside scoop from those who know

If you had to evaluate another tailor’s ability by examining a finished garment, what specific areas would you scrutinze? C&L: For suits, the jacket must be well-balanced in the “eight aspects.” I would also examine the proportions and outline of the lapel, the stitching on the underside of the lapel, the underside of the junction where the collar’s woolen felt underlay and lapel meet, the shape and stitching of the suit jacket’s left chest pocket, etc. Y 3066: Fabric, craftsmanship. D&J: Collar, shoulders, sleeves. FF: I would look at the work on the collar, sleeves, pockets and vents/slits. If the material has stripes or checks, I’d check to see if the patterns lined up. LTS: Whether the overall proportions are in harmony; also, the collar and sleeves. TCT: The shoulder, then the collar, the buttonholes and if there’s any thread. TH: Every detail is important.. If you had to evaluate another tailor’s ability in an interview, what would you ask them? C&L: I would ask about their understanding of anatomy, kinesiology, and psychology. Y 3066: I’d ask them about the process of making a garment. A capable tailor will have a clear understanding of every step. D&J: It’s very difficult to gauge a tailor’s ability this way. But if I had to ask, it would probably be how long they’ve been working, because professional experience is important. LTS: How long have you been working as a tailor? What do you primarily make? Do you work on an assembly line or are you in charge of the whole process? TCT: Can you make the same thing according to my sample? If you had to evaluate another tailor by their workspace, what would you look for? C&L: A sense of responsibility, patience for details, as well as agility, speed and stamina. Y 3066: Whether or not their sewing machines are advanced. D&J: I’d watch them measuring

a customer, and I’d want to see how they work with striped and checked cloth. Also, how they deal with the shoulder for different body types. FF: I would watch their eyes as they measure the client and also whether they need a pattern when they’re making a garment. LTS: How their garments look on the customers, and then the satisfaction of those customers. TCT: If he seems busy and organized. Has a client ever requested a garment made in a fabric that was completely unsuitable? C&L: Somebody wanted to use silk chiffon to make a form-fitting men’s suit. Y 3066: Combining cashmere and silk in a single dress. LT S : O n e c u s t o m e r wanted to make a dress out of a fabric used for inte rior decorating. You can’t make clothes from that kind of material – as soon as you begin to sew it, the fabric will be ruined. TCT: To make a casual jacket from dark fabric with pinstripes. TH: Using fabric with no elasticity to make tights. What mistakes do customers make? C&L: Being confused about what makes them look good. That causes them to select styles that are unsuitable for them, and then there’s a huge gap between the actual result and what they’d hoped for. Y 3066: Blindly choosing materials and styles. D&J: Caring only about w h a t i s t r e n d y, instead of what would suit them best. FF: Fixating on the lowest price with no thought to

practical value. LTS: They don’t understand but they pretend to. They want to treat a suit as sportswear – that won’t work. TCT: They ask to make loose clothes. It always ends up looking fat. They should ask for fitted clothes. TH: Thinking that it’s easy to make clothes. Which fabrics are the easiest to work with? Which are the most difficult? D&J: Most fabrics are OK. The most difficult to handle is velvet – if you work it incorrectly, the pile will get mashed, which looks really ugly. FF: Stiffer fabrics are easy to work with. Velvet is the most difficult. TCT: Wool is the easiest. Cambric (chambray) and silk are difficult; they are really smooth and shrink in heat. How long does it take to become good? D&J: There’s no real standard – it depends on each individual’s ability. Usually it requires five years. FF: To become a very good tailor, one needs five to ten years. TCT: Ten years, at least. What is the most challenging body shape to tailor for? D&J: Big bust and a prominent posterior. FF: People with “S-shaped” figures,” who have a hunched back, big bellies, or uneven shoulders. TCT: A really fat person who wants the clothes to have shape in the waist. What is the biggest mistake you’ve ever made? D&J: I got the colors of the suit fabric and lining both wrong. It was not at all what the customer had asked for, but he was such a gentleman – he asked me to make him a brand-new suit. And it was an expensive mistake; the fabric was from England. TCT: A customer asked for two vents in the back of his suit, I didn’t write it down and didn’t make any vents. Then I had to make a new suit.

CLOCKWISE (FROM TOP LEFT): D&J FINE TAILORING, CAROL & LUC, YASHOW 3066, TOM CUSTOM TAILORING, FEI FEI AND TAILOR HE

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useful phrases BUYING FABRIC Is this fabric suitable for making this type of garment? 这种材料适合用来做这种衣服吗? Zhèzhǒng cáiliào shìhé yònglái zuò zhèzhǒng yīfú ma? Does this come in other colors? 还有其他颜色吗? Háiyǒu qítā yánsè ma? How many meters would I need to make a suit? 做一套西装需要几米布? Zuò yītào xīzhuāng xūyào jīmǐ bù? Do you have anything… 有没有… yǒu méiyǒu …

shinier 亮点儿 liàng diǎnʼr softer 软点儿 ruǎn diǎnʼr

thicker 厚点儿 hòu diǎnʼr

thinner 薄点儿 báo diǎnʼr

ASSESSING TAILOR How long have you been working as a tailor? 你当了多久裁缝了? Nǐ dāngle duōjiǔ cáifeng le? Will you do the work yourself or outsource it? 你是自己做还是请人做? Nǐ shì zìjǐ zuò háishì qǐngrén zuò?

Will you make minor alterations after it’s finished? 完成之后还需要做小改动吗? Wánchéng zhīhòu hái xūyào zuò xiǎo gǎidòng ma?

INSTRUCTIONS Can you copy this exactly? 你能照着这个做出一模一样的吗? Nǐ néng zhàozhe zhège zuòchū yìmúyíyàng de ma?

experts’ tips

Dave K.C. Shuing, Dave’s Custom Tailoring The left-right proportions of a good suit should be equal and the central seams and features must be centered as well. The length of the sleeves should be just right, so be sure to raise and move your arms when checking this point. The sleeve length should remain true in any position. Be sure to look at your back in a mirror when trying on a suit. Often the fabric across your shoulders will buckle if the cut is not right. You can check if the lapels have been hand-stitched by looking at the underside for tiny needle marks. This will ensure that your lapel holds and maintains its roundness and shape like a bird's chest. During your fitting, don’t forget to check out the backing that lines the chest and lapels. The best quality backing will use canvas made from a combination of linen or wool with horse, camel or even human hair. Without the right backing, the shape of your suit will not last and can look shabby.

Can you match this color? 能配上这个颜色吗? Néng pèi shàng zhège yánsè ma?

I brought my own fabric. How much to make a suit? 我自己带材料了. 做一套西装多少钱? Wǒ zìjǐ dài cáiliào le. Zuò yītào xīzhuāng duōshǎo qián? How much will it cost if I use your fabric? 用你的材料的话要多少钱? Yòng nǐde cáiliào dehuà yào duōshǎo qián? I want a slimmer/looser/tailored cut. 我想要它紧身一点 / 宽松一点 / 完全合身. Wǒ xiǎngyào tā jīnshēn yìdiǎn / kuānsōng yìdiǎn / wánquán héshēn. It’s too… 太… tài …

loose 松 sōng tight 紧 jǐn

long 长 cháng short 短 duǎn wide 宽 kuān

narrow 窄 zhǎi

Can you reshape it to look like this? 你能照着这个改吗? Nǐ néng zhàozhe zhège gǎi ma?

Can you add/replace the lining/elastic/ zipper/clasp? 能加上/换掉这个衬里 / 松紧带/ 拉链/ 扣子? Néng jiāshàng/ huàndiào zhège chènlǐ / sōngjǐndài / lāliàn/kòuzi ma? Can you repair this? 能把这个补上吗? Néng bǎ zhège bǔshàng ma?

This sags/bulges/chafes/doesn’t lie flat/doesn’t hang properly. Can you fix it? 这个太松了 / 太肥了 / 太紧了 / 不平 / 不正. 能改一下吗? Zhège tài sōng le/ tài féi le/ tài jǐn le/ bù píng / bú zhèng. Néng gǎi yíxià ma? I want contrast stitching. 我想要能衬托出的边线. Wǒ xiǎngyào yǒu chèntuō chū de biānxiàn.

Nels Frye, Senli & Frye Achieving a good result needs dedication from both the tailor and the client. “Nice suits” at some kind of rock bottom “China Price” are rare; it’s best to invest in a quality suit that will last a lifetime – generally this will be in imported (Italian or English) fabric. Entering a new tailor shop, observe the other clients. There are some ways to quickly assess the suits hanging in the shop. The buttonholes on the lapel and coat sleeves should function. When you decide on a shop, insist on meeting the tailor himself, not a salesman. Repeat all requirements numerous times and make sure they are recorded. At pick-up time, examine the suit for bizarre creases and loose buttons; insist on these being corrected.

our tips Tailors who copy pieces do their best work when they have a physical template to work with. If you don’t own it, then why not buy

Can you leave a generous seam allowance/hem? 能把边线加长一点 / 多留一点边吗? Néng bǎ biānxiàn liú cháng yìdiǎn / duō liú yìdiǎn biān ma?

TIMETABLE AND PRICE When can I come by for the fitting? When will it be finished? 我什么时候能来试穿? 什么时候能完全做好? Wǒ shénme shíhòu néng lái shìchuān? Shénme shíhòu néng wánquán zuòhǎo? I absolutely must have this finished by ______. 我一定要在 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 之前拿到 . Wǒ yídìng yàozài _______ zhīqián nádào. If you’re not comfortable/confident about this task, please tell me right now. 如果你做不了, 请现在告诉我. Rúguǒ nǐ zuòbùliǎo, qǐng xiànzài gàosù wǒ. How much money should I leave as a deposit? 定金多少钱? Dìngjīn duōshǎo qián?

LISTEN FOR THIS This isn’t enough fabric. 这点布不够. Zhèdiǎn bù búgòu. This fabric is more difficult to work with. 这种材料很难用. Zhèzhǒng cáiliào hěnnán yòng.

This material has checks/stripes, so it requires more fabric. 这种布有花纹/ 条纹, 所以比较费材料. Zhèzhǒng bù yǒu huāwén/ tiáowén, suǒyǐ bǐjiào fèi cáiliào. Time to take your measurements. 来量尺寸吧. Lái liáng chǐcùn ba.

it and then return it? (Keep the tags on.) Or bring magazine cutouts and photographs. It all helps the tailor see your vision. If you’re asking for a copy, do your best to match the original fabric’s “hand” (i.e. tactile properties such as smoothness, weight, drape). Be wary of any tailor who doesn’t express any reservations about taking on tricky tasks. Don’t get too caught up in the idiosyncrasies of your first project. Minor detailing can be added later but the overall look and cut cannot. Decide on your basic aesthetic before the defining touches. Bring friends/interpreters who will support your tailoring choices. You don’t want the tailor to decide your look for you. Don’t bring too many projects at one time – it just increases the chances that wires will get crossed and the tailor will mistakenly make Garment A from Fabric B (instead of Fabric A).

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FUN & GAMES LIES, DAMN LIES AND ...

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TRIVIA TRAVAILS 1. Which operatic character is soprano Nicola Beller Carbone playing at the NCPA this month? a) Salome b) Tosca c) Violetta d) Mimi 2. Director Zhu Wen’s film Thomas Mao stars: a) Kevin Spacey b) a Chinese construction worker c) a diplomat from Luxembourg d) Christian Bale 3. Which Beijing-based DJ is a three-time China DMC champion? a) DJ Prolix b) DJ Loquacious c) DJ Wordy d) DJ Logorrhea 4. Which rock star has Robert Conte cooked for? a) Bruce Hornsby b) Jack Bruce

c) Bruce Springsteen d) Bruce Dickinson 5. Which hospital supports the work of Operation Smile? a) Hangzhou Operation Smile Charity Hospital b) Hangzhou Charity Hospital c) Operation Hangzhou Charity Hospital d) Smile Charity Hospital 6. One of Samo’s most prevalent labels is: a) bebe b) Bei Style c) Gioia Pan d) Alice + Olivia 7. According to Your Favorite Enemies, who cannot be trusted? a) A good-looking girl b) An old bald monk c) A small smiling kid d) A big bearded guy

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MAY 2011

DINING

NIBBLES IN THE OVEN The people behind Little Yunnan are planning to open a new restaurant serving Sichuanese seafood specialties. The new spot will be up at the North Fourth Ring Road.

STIRRING THINGS UP Perennial tbj Reader Restaurant Awards winner Maison Boulud has made a change to its menus. The Ch’ien Men 23 restaurant has unveiled its Spring Collection – on both food and signature cocktails – just in time for you to enjoy the offerings al fresco on their patio. Flamme has also changed its menus for the season. Again, this affects both the food and their highly-regarded drinks list. Tapas favorite Olé has added flamenco flair to their Spanish fare. Every Friday and Saturday there’ll be Spanish pop music and flamenco performances respectively. Even more appetizing is the Sevilla Fair on April 30 and May 1, which will include traditional music, snacks and beverages. Every day this month, you can get a free tapa with every drink purchased. Now that’s authentically Spanish. High-end Saratoga Spring Water has expanded its Beijing presence. Its products are now available for guests at the Hilton Wangfujing and InterContinental Beichen.

ALAMEDA CELEBRATES ITS SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH

CAPITAL BITES IAIN SHAW IS MAKING AMENDS

PHOTO: JUDY ZHOU

lright, it ’s Mother ’s Day this month. Normally I’d tell you scornfully that the real Mother’s Day is the UK’s version, which fell on April 3 this year, but since I managed to forget that myself, I’ll keep quiet and consider myself fortunate to have an opportunity to make amends. Of course, I won’t be taking my mum to any of the brunches or lunches that hotels and restaurants around Beijing are putting on – unless she really wants to come to Beijing just for a buffet and a glass of champagne, that is. If you’re lucky enough to have your mother around town, take a look at the Events section for ideas on how you might pamper her on May 8. With Japan in the news for all the wrong reasons of late, and concerns about food safety resulting from the Fukushima nuclear disaster

still not completely assuaged, it’s not an ideal time to be launching a high-end Japanese restaurant. However, hot on the heels of Nobu, the esteemed Inagiku chain has opened a Beijing venue in the Yintai Center. Our reviewer rated it as highly as any of this year’s new openings, though with prices in a similar league to Nobu and Maison Boulud, it’s definitely another one to file under “special occasion” or “trying really hard to impress.” Just after we reviewed Cocolol’s Malaysian, Singaporean and Indonesian offerings for this month’s issue (see p24), it became clear that a new batch of Southeast Asian restaurants is about to hit Beijing. Even better, they sound like they might actually be quite good. Va Va Voom owner Sean Lee hopes to have two new venues open

this month in the Guoson Mall at Dongzhimen. Vietexpress will serve Vietnamese street fare like pho and banh mi sandwiches; meanwhile, A. Wang Cafe will ser ve Thai, Malaysian and Singaporean cuisine. Former Stone Boat owners Amy Li and Jonathan Ansfield have opened a new Vietnamese restaurant, Susu, on Qianliang Hutong Xixiang, near the National Art Museum. They’ve brought in two chefs from Saigon to create pho, banh mi and banh xeo (Vietnamese crepes), as well as other specialties. The restaurant has been designed by Kupa Studios, known for their work on Mosto and Apothecary, so it should look pretty good. Finally, Thai restaurant Sukhothai will open a second branch in Sanlitun Village South, behind Flamme. One less reason to go to Lucky Street, then.

AL FRESCO Enoterra’s “Friday Wine Fever” promotion is no more. It’s now Wednesday Wine Fever, though still RMB 200 for a bottle of wine and free-flow tapas. The wine purveyors have their terrace opening on the first of the month and a month full of promotions to celebrate. The pick of the bunch is free-flow wine from 4-8pm every weekday for just RMB 100. Sanlitun is going terrace-crazy this month. The Bookworm is getting in on the act too. They promise a seasonal menu, new drinks and cocktails made with herbs from their rooftop garden. Check it out from May 1. Gulou Italian Luce has also opened their terrace. Head over for a decent view of the Drum Tower.

COMPLIMENTS Well done to BJ Foodies. Their charity dinner at Alameda last month in aid of Japanese earthquake relief raised over RMB 6,000. Frank Cai, Chinese chef of Hilton Beijing, was invited as the only representative of Chinese cuisine at April’s Forum Gastronomic 2011 in Girona, Spain. It’s one of the most prestigious gastronomic events in Europe, so hats off.

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WHAT’S NEW RESTAURANTS

S O U T H E AST AS I A N

COCOLOL 我爱南洋菜 Daily 11am-9.30pm. In courtyard behind Silk Market 2, 14 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (6500 5860) 朝阳区东大桥14号院秀水2号院内

With the exception of a few five-star hotels who employ Southeast Asian chefs, Malaysian, Singaporean and Indonesian food aren’t well represented in Beijing. This small restaurant behind the largely ignored Silk Market 2 isn’t the definitive solution, but offers a tantalizing reminder of what Southeast Asia has to offer. The snack platter (RMB 28) is a sampler of appetizers which can all be ordered individually – I’d go back for the Indonesian perkedel (potato puffs) and beef and potato samosas. The rendang beef (RMB 48) is bold and spicy, with plenty of sauce, though the meat is a little fatty. There are other classics like Hainan chicken rice, laksa and sambal seafood dishes. Fill up on the Indonesian fried noodles (RMB 32) – nutty, spicy and flavored with shrimp. Enjoy the outdoor seating as summer approaches. Iain Shaw Standout dishes: Rendang beef Also try: Cafe Sambal, Lau Pa Sak RENDANG BEEF

INAGIK-OOH

WAGYU BEEF

JAPAN ES E Daily 11am-3pm, 6-10.30pm. Rm 315, 3/F, Park Life, Yintai Center, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8517 2838) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银泰中心悦生活3层315室

was one of the best “ice creams” I’ve ever tasted. The soul-stirring scent of Italian black truffles combined well with the steamed American egg custard. The lobster (RMB 280 per half lobster) is simmered to bring out just the very flavor and texture of truly fresh crustacean; the accompanying sponge-soft yam was so tasty it almost stole the show. Seared medium-rare in the kitchen, the Wagyu beef (Grade A5, RMB 280 per 50g) is brought to your table, where it continues cooking on the sumibi-yaki, a type of miniature barbecue. The grill’s high temperatures perfectly preserve the beef’s inner juices, eliciting the maximum possible flavor. Inagiku is probably the only place in town serving genuine handmade Inaniwa udon (RMB 80) on the menu (though some restaurants quietly stock it for special requests). A touch of sea salt lightens up the flavor of the crystal-clear bonito soup, while the silk-like noodle texture rounded up this epicurean sensory tour. The official closer, the chocolate mousse, was practically redundant. Emily Young

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Central Park’s strollerati and iPad-istas have long been spoiled for choice when it comes to coffeeshops and bakeries. Now, when they tire of organic rye ciabatta, they can walk Junior (and Spot) over to this vibrant Thai café. Chef Mac Boonrit, formerly of Sanlitun’s Pink Loft, offers classic dishes, with a few inspired twists such as the spicy tuna salad (RMB 32). Most diners come for the weekday set lunch (RMB 58) – two light, refreshing courses plus a drink, though portions are not particularly generous. Lime flavors dominate the crisp green papaya salad, though the tom ka kai (RMB 26, chicken in coconut milk soup) is a little too citrusy. The steamed sea bass with sweet and sour chilli sauce was well-executed; RMB 98 gets you a whole fish. Finish with the sweet glutinous rice with mango (RMB 20). Emily Young Also try: Phrik Thai, Purple Haze

PAPAYA SALAD

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU

Standout dishes: Sumibi-yaki Wagyu beef Also try: Nadaman, Nishimura

LIME CAFE 青柠泰餐厅 Daily 11.30am-9.30pm. Store 103, Bldg 15, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6597 0887) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号新城国际15号楼103铺

INAGIKU 稻菊

stablished in Tokyo in 1866, Inagiku expands its international network of restaurants with this branch in the Yintai Center. Subtle orange lighting softens the mood, while a Swarovski chandelier hanging above the bar area illuminates the 1,500sqm space, which features 11 elegant VIP rooms. Nineteen set menus (RMB 180-1,050 for lunch, RMB 350-1,980 for dinner) and the a la carte menu (RMB 48-3,880) are dominated by top-end ingredients and seasonings imported from all around the world – everything from Wagyu beef and Hokkaido hairy crab to Australian lobster, Italian black truffles and French caviars. The Canadian sea urchin with caviar (RMB 98)

THAI

CHONGQING CHAMPION S I C H UAN

SAN YANG CAI 三样菜 Daily 11am-11pm. North gate of Workers' Stadium (next to Latte), 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (6552 3499/6499) 朝阳区工体北路8号工人体育场北门

COWPEA-LOTUS ROOT-BITTER MELON SALAD

a n Ya n g C a i ’s n a m e r e fe r s t o t h r e e Chongqing specialties: dry-braised eels, loach with pickled mustard greens and spicy frog stew. All three belong to the jianghu cai (江湖菜) branch of Sichuan cuisine, which is characterized by folksy, rustic and eclectic flavors. The preparation of the dry-braised eels (干烧鳝鱼 RMB 88) is similar to lazi ji; but instead of chicken buried in a mountain of dried red Chongqing chillis, it’s slices of eel and cubes of pork belly that you must ferret out like treasure. First dry-stirred, then pan-fried, the eel is slightly scorched, but tastes less fiery than it looks. The loach (口福胖泥鳅 RMB 68) and frog stew (水煮美蛙 RMB 78) both come immersed in an ocean of spicy oil. It’s futile to attempt to deconstruct the sophisticated blend of flavors; the soul of these dishes is in the texture. Tender at the bone, the fish challenges the diner to pull off intricate tongue maneuvers, while the snow-white frog meat has a delightful elasticity. Spicier fare may prevail on the menu, but those vulnerable to chilli-burn can try the melt-in-themouth soy-braised pork belly (张飞扣肉 RMB 38). San Yang Cai’s owner also runs two other eateries (rabbit-head restaurant Shuangliu Laoma Tutou and Thai restaurant Laburnum) and the head chef tells us they have plans for another five. We say: Why stop there? Emily Young Also try: Chuan Ban, Shunxing Chuancai DRY-BRAISED EEL

H U NAN & H U B E I

LIFE LIST

PHOTOS: SUI AND COURTESY OF SAN YANG CAI

Daily noon-10pm. 14 Dajingchang Xixiang, Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District (8402 8460) 东城区鼓楼东大街大经厂西巷14号

CHICKEN WINGS AND FISH HEADS

The simplest way to describe this hutong eatery would be as “the Dali Courtyard of Hunan cuisine.” It’s just around the corner, for one thing. And like the popular Yunnan restaurant, there’s no menu; for RMB 100 a head, diners get a meticulously plated banquet of Hunan-style dishes in a picturesque covered courtyard. Exposed white brick, tall potted plants and sturdy wooden tables evoke a Bed Bar aesthetic, though cozier. A table of four can expect around ten to 12 dishes including Hunanese favorites like braised pork belly and fish heads with chilli (duojiao yutou), along with more original offerings like a dish of butterflied

shrimp perched on pillars of braised winter melon arranged around a flickering candle. Dishes change week by week, but the young laoban says repeat customers can request their favorites each time. Highs included lovely, crispy-coated chicken wings, veggie garnishes carved like dragons, and general moderate oiliness. Lows? The Michael Jackson-inspired “muzak” has got to go. Tom O’Malley Standout dishes: Fish heads with chilli, butterflied chicken wings Also try: Karaiya Spice House, Dali Courtyard

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WHAT’S NEW RESTAURANTS CA N TO N E S E

MEI KING 美京锦苑 Daily 11am-2.30pm, 4.30-9pm. 5/F, U-Town Shopping Center, Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (5977 5798) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街悠唐生活广场5层

M e i K i n g’s ro a s t g o o s e i s s o memorable that after the original Guangzhou branches closed down, some loyal customers still fly to Beijing to get their goosy fix. The restaurant only uses a special black goose native to northwest Guangdong. Like Peking duck, these birds have a layer of fat that makes them tasty. However, Mei King’s roast goose (RMB 68) has so much flavor that just a slight dip into plum sauce will suffice to balance out the grease. Their third Beijing branch, at UTown, is elegant and spacious,

headed by a Hong Kong-born chef who used to work at Lei Garden. Dim sum and Cantonese standards (RMB 38-58) give good value for lunch. The carrot buns with creamy yolky filling (甘笋流沙包 RMB 9) are worth trying, although they’re not available at the U-Town branch yet. Luckily, you can relish the stewed radish with gravy (肉汁烧萝卜 RMB 32). The claypot rice (RMB 68/98) with cured meats and sausages will delight a crowd of four to six. Emily Young Also try: Lei Garden, Lotus Garden

VEGGIE CHUAN'R

MOTHER’S LITTLE HELPINGS VEG ETAR IAN

LOVING MOM’S VEGAN CUISINE 好妈妈爱心蔬食 Daily 11am-10pm. Courtyard 4 (west of 1949 – The Hidden City), Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (6500 1747) 朝阳区工体北路4号院

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virtue as your stomach grumbles. Not here. Loving Mom’s interior is dim, dowdy and lacy like a spinster’s spare bedroom. I felt like I’d been sent upstairs without any supper. There were some successes. The chuan’r (RMB 38) delivered a balanced chilli and cumin kick, and came with a decent satay-style sauce. The daily all-you-can-eat buffet (RMB 68) is an economical way to eat your fill. Leaflets around the restaurant make a compelling argument for meat-free living. Ending global hunger, saving the rainforests … I think even solving Beijing’s traffic woes was mentioned. Truth is, I’m all for people giving this kind of lifestyle a try – it’s just that if you start here you might not stick it out for too long. Tom O’Malley Standout dishes: Savory kebabs, “The Golden Pair” Also try: Pure Lotus Vegetarian, Vegan Hut

STEWED RADISH

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

LIFE LIST SAN YANG CAI LOVING MOM'S VEGAN CUISINE

MEI KING LIME CAFE COCOLOL

INAGIKU

PHOTOS: EMILY YOUNG AND TOM O'MALLEY

t’s amazing what you can do with a little imagination and a lot of textured soy protein. Take Loving Mom’s “Kung Pao Wow!” (RMB 38), for instance. The “wow” was meatfree mock chicken lurking amongst cucumber, carrots and cashews. Or try “Moonlight Curry Stew” (RMB 48), a watery yellow broth bulked up with potatoes and no shortage of “wow” chunks. Both dishes were so sweet I half-expected to see Will Ferrell’s sugar-munching character from the movie Elf at a neighboring table – especially with another dish on the menu called “Lucky Charms” (RMB 58). Then again, wood-ear fungus and cabbage tasting of brackish water would have had Ferrell sledging back to the North Pole before you could say “cottonheaded ninny-muggins.” In my experience, most vegan restaurants tread a decorative line between New Age Earth Mother and zesty minimalism, so that you’re at least buoyed by a vague sense of

BORN TO COOK

Q&A

SPRINGSTEEN-APPROVED CHEF ROBERT CONTE by Marilyn Mai

obert Conte has just joined the St. Regis as the hotel’s new executive chef. Before settling down to the task ahead, Conte told us about cooking for “ The Boss“ and why he finds Indian cuisine a formidable adversary. What kind of food transports you back to your childhood? Baked pastas, homemade gelato, barbecues and roasts. And your guilty pleasure? Foie gras burgers and early-morning chocolate.

cold steel. It reminds me of blackand-white photography. If you were forced to take over a Beijing fast-food restaurant, would you choose: a) Subway; b) KFC; c) Yonghe Dawang; d) McDonald’s; e) Pizza Hut I’d prefer to answer this question once I have a better idea of what kind of financial returns they all experienced last year. If you could cook for anyone, living or dead, who would it be? My mother, as she always liked to cook. I never had the chance to cook her a meal.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF ST. REGIS BEIJING

You’ve worked with French, Italian, Indian, Mediterranean, Arabic and Asian cuisines. Which What did you serve Bruce is most challenging? Springsteen when you cooked Indian – so many styles and influfor him? ences based on the many differPoached seafood and salads, all ent regions. In India, my clientele done with little or no oil. The rest of came from all over the band ate food the countr y, with was equally “I LIKE THE LOOK AND that a high number healthy. of vegetarians, all FEEL OF COLD STEEL” expecting food to What do you wish look and taste like it was from their you could say in Chinese? home village or city. The better question is what those around me want me to stop saying What books have inspired you in in Chinese – I think they’re getting your cooking? pretty tired of me asking them “Ni I read cookbooks written by chefs chi le ma?” who are relatively unk nown – I find their approach more pure and Finally, what developments sincere than chefs who ride a can we expect from St. Regis commercial freight train. I’m restaurants this year? also into books that research New a la carte menus in all our food science and farming. d i n i n g ve n u e s. T h e s e w i l l blend traditionally recogIf you were to curate nized dishes composed an art exhibit using with current influences, as food, what would you well as dishes built upon display? unique and eclectic I’d use cans of food after flavor compositions. peeling the labels off. I A combination of true like the way a can looks – passion for good food I like the look and feel of and people.

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FEATURE

ALL YOU CAN EAT SIN AND VIRTUE IN BUFFET DINING by Tom O’Malley

rom Origus to Bubbalicious, from Pizza Hut to Punjabi, t h e a l l -yo u - c a n - e a t h a s become a Beijing institution. Dim sum, dal, duck leg confit, desserts by the dozen, in quantities limited only by belt size and (in some cases) balancing ability. But at what cost, people? No, I’m not talking about coronary heart disease or excessive waste. Something much more critical. Your soul. Buffets in Beijing present a smorgasbord of spiritual temptation, a giant moral mousetrap where cheese is probably the least of your worries (unless there’s a raclette – that stuff’s mighty sticky). In the face of limitless comestibles, how to repress your baser urges? How to keep your head when all around are losing theirs, and conduct yourself

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with dignity and restraint? Let this guide deliver you from temptation, regret, indigestion and all other ailments of the stomach and soul. Lust In a five-star world where tablecloths are whiter than white, where crab is “dressed” and fillet never, ever rhymes with sk illet, you’d think temptation would be easier to resist. Not so. British food critic Jay Rayner describes buffets as the “plunging neckline of gastronomy.” Indeed, it’s astonishing what the promise of poached lobster and champers will do. Before you can say “Vichy carrots” you’re slumped in a d e l i r i o u s fo o d c o m a , c o ve re d from top to tail in lemon parsley b u t t e r. C h a s t i s e t h o s e l u s t f u l thoughts. Begin slowly. Get to know

your buffet. Take a turn around the room, assessing the means and virtues of your suitors. Yes, the rib of beef is vivacious and red-blooded, but will it prove a better provider than the larded leg of venison? Wrath The basic principles of a buffet may appear egalitarian (i.e. we pay the same money for the same food) but the reality is a vicious asset grab for those edibles deemed precious and scarce, be they Alaskan king crab claws or Mughal’s samosas. Not to mention the basic free-market instinct to eke out maximum return on our investment by eating way more than we usually would. Is it any wonder that in Japan a buffet is called a “Viking”? At times, there’s little to separate the modern all-you-

can-eat from a bunch of bearded plunderers in hor ned helmets fighting over wooden platters of fermented shark. Wrath indicators? Tutting. Elbows. Clashing of tongs. Exasperated plate abandonment. The answer? Be Zen. Ease off the coffee and cola. N ibble. Relax. Chat. The only thing that should be chafing is the dishes. Gluttony “A l l yo u c a n e a t ” i s n e i t h e r a challenge nor a badge of honor. Did you know there’s a scientific correlation between the height of food on your plate and the depth of indignation others will harbor towards you? Always, always plate with restraint, especially when it comes to ethnic mixing. Try a little of everything, sure – just don’t commit

ingredient adultery. Anchovy-rich Caesar salad dressing bleeding into blueberry jus is unlikely to spark a new taste revolution. Likewise, the yellowtail nigiri is no friend of the butter chicken. And remember – thou shalt not mix up the serving spoons, nor eat in the queue, fatty.

dropped you off home.

Pride Humility – measured in both plate size and walking speed – can be contagious. Try this experiment. Choose the tiniest vessel you can find (coffee saucer, that little dish with the butter on it), then glide to the buffet, Sloth making exaggerated allowances for Strive for diligence and dignity. In a everyone to push in front of you. nutshell: Arrive early for the freshChoose the least appealing dish est fare, plate with you can find – any care and don’t wear sort of pasta salad “THOU SHALT NOT stretchy pants, dude. works well – spoon MIX UP THE SERVING yo u r s e l f a fe e b l e Get up on your feet and make multition and walk SPOONS, NOR EAT IN por ple excursions to patiently back to THE QUEUE, FATTY” your seat. Fellow individual stations. Choose a table far diners will be asfrom the buffet and think of each tonished. Moved. They ’ll pause trip as both exercise and digestion to get a good look at you over time. their gateaux. Soon they’ll be begging you to eat the grilled sea Avarice bream they ’ve just queued ten Where no fruit is forbidden, you minutes for. Maybe. must become your own moral compass. Never take the last pizza Envy slice – there’s always someone Don’t covet your neighbor’s plate. needier than you. Besides, your This is less likely to be an issue at charity will be rewarded when a new Golden Jaguar, where the Chinese Hawaiian arrives fresh from the have few qualms about the brazen Origus microwave. And at the mixing of sweet and savory. Ice cream omelet station, don’t – for heaven’s and abalone, anyone? However, sake, don’t – say “everything.” Have it may be an issue in venues oﬀering your creative faculties really become both buﬀet and a la carte options (see so swamped by greed that you are Back For More, p34). Don’t deal with incapable of sparing a second’s this by simply eating more. Deal with thought for a flavor combination it by eating more, getting drunk and you might actually enjoy? And never, complaining loudly. Nobody’s perfect. ever ask to dabao. Come on. That’s like asking a taxi driver to pop in For venue information, see directory and change a light bulb after he’s listings.

FOUR TO TRY Golden Jaguar

RMB 238 (5-8pm), RMB 198 (8-10.30pm) Mon-Fri 11am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 10.30am-4pm, 5-10.30pm From abalone to baloney, this mecca of overindulgence has it all.

Ganges (Sanlitun branch)

RMB 42 Mon-Fri 11am-2pm One of the best Indian lunchtime blowouts, with quality dals, curries and baskets of tandoor-grilled bread.

Matsuko

RMB 98 Daily 11am-2pm Featuring dozens of sushi and sashimi varieties, noodles, tempura and loads more, this Beijing favorite sources all its fare locally, so contamination isn’t a worry.

Origus Pizza Buffet

RMB 49 Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5-9.30pm Plastic pizza, spicy chicken, self-serve ice-cream, unfathomable “desserts” and more food additives than you should probably consume in a fortnight. Oh, and unlimited beer, too.

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MASTER CHEF

A FILLET A DAY … by Fabrizio Bigi

his dish is a colorful way to sample a popular new style of Italian dining. Preparation time is very fast – reflecting Italian culinary tradition – and the dish combines light and fresh contemporary tastes. It’s fancy enough for a casual business lunch, yet equally suitable for dinner with friends. Pan-seared sea bass, pumpkin velouté and micro sprouts (serves four) 800g pumpkin 30g lemon juice 50g butter 30g sugar Salt Pepper 1. Chop the pumpkin into small pieces, then bake at 120°C for 30 minutes with sugar, lemon, butter and some water. Next, blend the pumpkin until it forms a smooth velouté. Add salt and pepper.

800g sea bass fillet 80g olive oil 2. Pan-fry the sea bass, one minute each side on a medium-high heat, in a Teflon pan, until the skin is golden and easy to remove. Finish cooking in an oven if necessary. Add salt and pepper to taste. 3. Arrange the velouté on the plate and place the fillet alongside. 150g tomato 5g garlic 30g olive oil 10g micro celery 10g onion sprouts 10g mustard sprouts 4. Prepare the salsa, dicing the tomatoes and garlic before mixing together with oil in a pestle. 5. Decorate the sea bass with the sprouts and serve. Fabrizio Bigi is chef at Prego, The Westin Beijing Financial Street.

PHOTO:SUI

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CELLAR’S MARKET

THE CHALLENGES OF RETAIL by Edward Ragg

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merchants exist, apart from Top Cellar and a few standalone shops. It’s not surprising, then, that Beijing wine lovers order straight from importers. But do make sure to ask about how companies store their wine, as well as delivery options. This month’s wine selections come from companies with a proven track record of service and are mostly the kinds of wine that shouldn’t be kept too long! Only with rotating stock and careful handling can they reach the consumer in good condition. ONE TO QUAFF 2009 Pinot Grigio IGT Venezie, Corte Giara RMB 140 (Summergate) Available at Mare, Assaggi Crisp Pinot Grigio with trademark pear and green apple fruit.

ONE TO DRINK 2009 Moscato d’Asti, Pio Cesare, Piemonte, Italy RMB 217 (Torres) Available at Jenny Lou’s Classic Moscato d’Asti with orange blossom and aromatic fruits. ONE TO SAVOR 2007 Seresin Rachel Pinot Noir, Marlborough, New Zealand RMB 520 (The Wine Republic) Available at Swiss Bar While this wine could certainly be aged, Pinot Noir is especially vulnerable to poor handling when shipped. Fortunately, this single-vineyard Marlborough Pinot with luscious red cherry fruit is a winner.

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

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE SUPPLIERS

esigner ” wines take on a number of different forms. Golfers like Nick Faldo, Jack Nicklaus, Ernie Els and Luke Donald collaborate with wineries to produce wines under their own labels. “Buyer ’s O wn Brand ” wines are slightly different. International retailers like Tesco or Marks & Spencer, wine merchants like Berry Bros. & Rudd and specialist stores like Fauchon all work with multiple wineries to produce a range of products. The real challenge for Beijing consumers is the problem of wine retail itself – witness the demise o f Fa u c h o n a n d Pi a z z a I t a l i a . Supermarkets such as Carrefour can be good sources of wine, but beware older vintages and bottles warm to the touch. Few independent

GRAPE PRESS

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TASTE TEST

FOR CRUMB THE BELL TOLLS T

BAGUETTES AT WAR

he French baguette once marched tall around the world, safe in the knowledge that its crusty armor could withstand any challenge. However, others developed state-of-the-art technology to strike fear into Gallic hearts, and a new breed of bread soldier emerged, spoiling for a fight. The war is on. Enter our peacekeeping panel of blind tasters, stepping bravely into the fray to seek a diplomatic solution to the conflict.

Pekotan “Looks terrible. You can tell there’s no bread in it” “No, this is the one you can see yourself holding as you stroll through cobblestoned Parisian streets”

“Hints at sourdough. Nuanced” “You really notice this one is good when it’s set against bad bread”

“I think it looks dangerous. Those sharp edges could cut your hand”

“The crust flakes away like a bad case of dandruff” “This is the bread you’d get on Air China”

Paris Baguette

“It’s like plaster – like eating your way out of Alcatraz”

“Too soft. Deeply unsatisfying”

“There’s a piece of foil wrapper in this – disgusting”

“It’s mostly holes, to be honest”

“Chewing it is like going to work on a Saturday – a chore”

“Not designed for hungry people – you need to chew a lot”

“There aren’t words in English to describe this. You would need to swear in Mayan”

“Tastes like the Germans made it. They flew in the face of bread-making norms, and succeeded”

“There’s a weird flavor on the crust. You can taste the water it was made with. There’s a soupçon of chlorine”

“Imagine lying on your back with your mouth open. As the ceiling caves in”

Cost: RMB 12 Length: 63cm

Cost: RMB 19 Length: 42.5cm

“Looks like that’d go well in your bicycle basket”

“This looks fake. Disneyland baguette”

Cost: RMB 8.5 Length: 63.5cm

“It looks like it was made from leftover flour – the runt of the litter”

Wekipedia (available at Jenny Lou’s)

Cost: RMB 12 Length: 43cm

South German Bakery

“It looked bad because it had glasses on and a dowdy smock. Then the glasses come off, the hair gets let down and it turns out to be quite beautiful”

Alpha Bakery

Cost: RMB 13 Length: 42.5cm

“Gorgeous crackle all the way around. And a sassy elastic crumb. It runs the spectrum of bread textures”

THE VERDICT

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For venue information, see directory listings.

PHOTO: JOEY GUO

As the crumbs settled, the baguettes of Alpha, Wekipedia and Paris Baguette were left a bruised mess, crawling away from the battlefield to lick their wounds. Two heroes stood head and shoulders above the rest. The Medal for Distinguished Service in the field of Baguettery goes to South German Bakery, but our Medal of Honor is reserved for Pekotan’s ruddy yet outstanding bread stick.

WOKIPEDIA

M IS FOR … … mantou 馒头 Usually made from wheat flour, water and yeast, this Chinese staple has a dense texture reminiscent of the interior of bagels and soft pretzels, though it lacks a chewy outer shell. The plain steamed mantou demands strong accompaniments – and the northern Chinese comply by pairing it with pickled vegetables, fermented soybean curd or black s e s a m e p a s t e. B u t t h e b a k e d version (kao mantou 烤馒头) can be found at Fengzeyuan, a laozihao Shandong restaurant that sells tens of thousands per day. The tanned surface and slight sweetness of a kao mantou will intrigue bagel and pretzel lovers. … mala tang 麻辣烫 A street snack prevalent all over China, mala tang translates literally as “numbing, hot, scalding.” I n Sichuan, the skewers dipped in spicy, oily broth faithfully fulfill those three

MALA TANG

conditions. In Beijing, the flavor is less pungent, partly because people living in the capital’s drier climate are less insistent on eating spicy food to combat humidity. It’s said that Sichuan boat trackers invented mala tang by simply tossing local peppercorns and chillis into boiling water to flavor the vegetables they picked in the nearby mountains. … mashu 麻薯 This Taiwanese snack ’s name is a transliteration of mochi, the J a p a n e s e c o n fe c t i o n m a d e o f glutinous rice pounded into paste and molded into various shapes, and commonly stuffed with pastes ranging from green tea, red bean, and sesame to peanut butter. Chocolate, cream and coffee are more Westernized fillings that also work well in mashu. The layer of glutinous rice is flavorless but provides texture, blending in with the filling with every bite.

YOUR CALL READER REVIEWS FROM THEBEIJINGER.COM Ssam Korean chinaaussie: Ssam is one of the most exciting restaurants in Beijing. A bold mix of flavors, inspired by – but not dominated by – Korean flavors. I’ve been several times and always left with my taste buds dancing and my belly full. Highly recommended!

Vineyard Cafe European GraniteStudio: I've loved going there over the years, and hold it in very high regard. The quality of the food is still consistently good, and the atmosphere is a huge draw, but over the past few months I've seen a worrying decline in the quality of service. Perhaps it's because the Vineyard has set such high standards for service over the years that I notice these things more. I have hopes they can turn it around, because I do really enjoy the food.

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BACK FOR MORE

PASSPORT TO THE PUNJAB I N D I A N / PA K I STA N I

PUNJABI INDIAN RESTAURANT Daily 11am-11pm. 2/F, C-8 Lucky Street, 1 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District (5867 0221) 朝阳区朝阳公园路1号好运街C-8号2层

ust as the pseudo-Cantonese dishes served everywhere from Detroit to Dagenham have come to represent Chinese food abroad, the cuisine of the Punjab region has, over time, contributed the mainstay of what you might call Anglo-Indian cooking. Lucky Street’s Punjabi Indian Restaurant is a paragon of such fare: meat and b re a d s h o t f ro m t h e t a n d o o r, paneer cheese dishes and “gravy” curries like butter chicken rich with artery-clogging ghee. In a spotless display kitchen, a single chef bakes creditable roti bread (RMB 15) and roasts sk ewers of chick en and lamb in a sunken oven. For such a choreographed show, I wonder why they haven’t shifted the microwaves stage-left.

Consider this a warning not to be seduced by the RMB 88 evening buffet with its fancy motion-sensing serving trays and unlimited beer (long-necked Yanjing poured into glasses). I’ve sampled both buffet and a la carte versions of the lamb rogan josh in the same evening and they don’t compare – the former watery and tough, the latter rich and tender. Stick to a la carte ordering and you’ll find a curry fix for every occasion: malai tikka masala (RMB 50) for the mid-week lull, murgh vindaloo (RMB 50) for the birthday blowout, and vegetarian mutter paneer (RMB 42) for the morning after. Or sample the new “discovery teaser” (RMB 158 for two) featuring a six-course spread of the restaurant’s biggest hits. Tom O’Malley

complaining about recent hikes in the price of beef. He also stresses that they insist on buying beef from Niujie Market because it’s more tender there than at Dongjiao Market. At least they’re trying to maintain high standards

in the face of inflation, even if we’d have liked to enjoy more of that stir-fried beef.

ALLEYWAY GOURMET

HOT HOT HUNAN SPICE LIKE MOMMA USED TO MAKE by Emily Young

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deceptively “safe” – not too heavy on the scallions, chilli and spicy, oily broth. That’s the ganshao liyu, Chef Liao Yingli’s dry-braised carp (干烧鲤鱼, RMB 35 per jin). It will turn out to be like putting a torch in your mouth, burning for at least five minutes. Put out the fire with a bowl of organic rice (RMB 3). Simply steamed, the grains have a natural aroma and pleasant al dente texture which steals the thunder from the fish. L i a o’s o t h e r signature dish, stirfried beef slices with green and red chilli (小炒黄牛肉 RMB 35), cranks the spice up further still. The small portion disappointed us a little, but later we noted the owner’s posts on social networking sites

Kaixiaozao Xiangxia Cai. Daily 11am-2pm, 5-10pm. Stall 116, 2/F, Bldg B, Hou Xiandai Cheng, Baiziwan Lu, Chaoyang District (8721 7993) 开小灶湘下菜, 朝阳区百子湾路后现代城 B会所116号2层

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU AND EMILY YOUNG

his restaurant’s name, Xiangxia Cai, punningly refers both to Hunan cuisine (xiang 湘) and rural cooking (xiang 乡 ). On the tables, old photos of Longtang Village indicate where the entire kitchen staff comes from. These Hunan country folk have brought the recipes of their village to the white-collar crowds who fill the modest two-floor space for lunch and dinner. Owner Jin Pengyuan is frank and sincere. He displays sample ingredients near the entrance, bans the use of MSG and dodgy oils, and makes marinated diced chilli – key in Hunan cuisine – from scratch. Prepare for the genuine spiciness to come with a refreshing cucumber salad (拍黄瓜 RMB 8); the vinegary, garlicky sauce has a depth that brings out the cucumber’s natural fragrance. As you look around, you’ll see a fish dish so popular that it’s on almost every table. It will look

+ BARS CLUBS WEE DRAMS

FIRST ROUNDS The brains behind Paddy O’Shea’s have reacted to their inabilty to retain “Bartender of the Year” in the Beijinger Reader Bar & Club awards by opening Paddy’s Pitstop in Shunyi’s Pinnacle Plaza. Dads now have somewhere to drink when they take the ISB brats to McDonalds. The Tree’s owner, Patrick de Smet, should have his new bar open soon. His latest project continues with the trademark arboreal references, going by the name By the Tree. It’s located in the hostel beside The Tree and will feature a quality table-football table, Belgian beers and signature roast chicken dishes. Earl Bar has opened next to The Peninsula on Jinbao Jie, and is being tipped as Beijing’s new “underground” party venue. Look out for a full review on TheBeijinger.com soon. It’s been around for a while, but new on our radar is White Russian Bar, located inside DuGe Courtyard, a boutique hotel east off Nanluogu Xiang at 26 Qianyuan Ensi Hutong. The bar’s specialties include a number of high-end vodkas.

TWEAKS

KEEP YOUR ROCK FESTIVALS – MAY'S ALL ABOUT INTRO, MAY 21-22

TALKING PINTS

Flamme have dropped a new drinks list for the season. We’ll be sure to check them all out for you.

IAIN SHAW IS SEEING RED

PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS

ook, I’m all for International Workers’ Day. At least I have been since the age of 16, when I embarked upon a life as an u lt ima tel y ra th e r h a l f - h e a r te d Leninist. However, I’m sure Vladimir Ilyich himself would agree that the May 1 long weekend – like all the others we “enjoy” here in Beijing – serves mainly to confuse the working man. My body simply doesn’t clock in on a “work ing” Saturday. And when I attempt to work productively on any of the allocated days off, my body goes on strike, falling just short of attempting to set up a soviet. Denied the right to fruitful labor in the workplace during the holiday, my alienated body finds pleasure in only a few activities: staring at walls, watching films about the CIA and consumption of alcohol in occasionally copious quantities.

This May 1 holiday, I’ll indulge the latter by getting out to Midi or Strawberry. Staying in town, there’s festival action Seville-style with Ole’s Feria de Abril – two days of tapas, wine and flamenco dancing. Over at Nali Patio, Migas’ rooftop has competition from newly opened roof terraces at Agua’s Fez and Enoterra. Meanwhile, The Stumble Inn becomes the first bar in town (and one of the first outside Belgium) to have Chimay Red on draft – try it on their terrace this May. Clubbing moves outdoors this month, with Patrick Yu and Usami’s “Moonlighting” party on May 27 and Bitesize Buddha’s new Sunday session making the most of Migas’ rooftop. Kokomo’s evergreen Sundays on Top chillout session moves into its sixth year, and if we’re lucky the One Step For ward reggae party on May 7 will move onto the

Beer Mania is expanding into what was the SPR Coffee next door. That means you will get twice the space, top-of-the-range table football, a stage for live music, even more beers and, last but not least, a proper toilet.

COMING UP 2 Kolegas lawn. However, the whole month should be one big warm-up for May 21-22, when INTRO 2011 takes over Tongzhou Canal Park for two days of electronic music under the sun (hopefully). Besides organizers Acupuncture Records and headliners like Josh Wink, local promoters and DJs will also be there representing Beijing. 2011 should be the year INTRO comes of age and establishes itself as a major festival to rival Midi, so free up that weekend and expect big things. Speaking of well-established events, the eighth installment of the Beijinger Reader Bar & Club Awards is underway – get online at TheBeijinger.com to vote, and come along to our awards party on May 19 to toast the winners. Drinkers of Beijing, unite – you have nothing to lose but your dignity. And your livers.

Taipei superclub Spark, located in Taipei 101, is set to open a Beijing location this summer. Hopefully they’ll avoid the mistakes of other big-name outsiders who assumed Beijing was theirs for the taking – anyone going to Klubb Rouge this month? The Beach returns on May 12, weather permitting, to fill Beijing’s void for drinking outdoors on sand. We’re hoping that they kept the showers.

LAST ORDERS Yue on Lucky Street is no more. Its closure wasn’t a massive surprise, but the venue was one of few clubs offering a decent home for smaller-scale dance parties. Perhaps newly opened Earl Bar will fill the gap? Nanluogu Xiang’s small contingent of Australian-run bars is now a man down, with Ned’s closing up. Owner Steven Zonnefeld hasn’t ruled out opening a new spot in another location, so watch this space.

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WHAT’S NEW BARS & CLUBS

ALUSS Daily 11am-1am. 2/F, 141 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District (8400 2628) 东城区鼓楼东大街141号2层

Like a coffee shop for those who prefer something stronger, Aluss is a fine Gulou bar for catching up with old friends over some seriously fantastic premium imports like Vedett, ESB and Erdinger (all RMB 40). This sparse, unobtrusive second-floor bar is conducive to k itchen table -type conversations and after-work five-to-sevens. The decor is a tad precious, but light tones, well-cared-for plants and eclectic furniture certainly don't hurt the eyes. The place could soothe anyone harried by the daily grind. If Aluss is welcomed by an audience as vociferous in their enthusiasm as that of the owner's other hideaway, Amilal, this homey space will turn vibrant, while still providing a good table to oil up and unwind at. Michael Connors Good for: Counterbalancing the more tiresome effects of Beijing life Also try: Café Zarah, Amilal

MAISON MIXOLOGY FRESCO BAR 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) 东城区前门东大街23号

aison Boulud’s bar has been around since the restaurant’s opening, but while award-winning cuisine remains Boulud’s priority, Fresco has at least been pushed closer to the spotlight in recent months. Take the trip to Qianmen for a quality lateafternoon drink on the terrace. A regularly rotated list of seasonal infusions makes finding a suitably summery drink easy. The “ Troublesome Kriek”

(RMB 98+15%) is sweet, fruity and thirstquenching, thanks to orange bitters and cherry beer. However, the sturdy whiskey base warns you against throwing the drink back with abandon. The sun begins to set, and staying for a second drink seems a reasonable idea. As the skies darken, take your cue from nature and move indoors. Fresco’s main bar area has the same stately feel as Boulud’s dining room. The glassware is as sexy as glassware can be, while the air of exclusivity covers for the lack of buzz on a quiet night. Order the “Qiu-tini” (RMB 75+15%), a light, refreshing cucumber martini juiced up with a dash of lime – a definite highlight. One for the road. The “Kafka Haze” (RMB 75 +15%) sucks you in with the promise that even if you don’t enjoy the combination of absinthe, passionfruit syrup, apple liqueur and fresh lime, you might later have unusually lucid dreams. One too many, though, and you risk waking up feeling as wretched as the insectoid protagonist of The Metamorphosis. Positioned as it is both geographically and in pricing terms, Fresco Bar will always be a “special occasion” destination. Then again, if you could come here every day, it wouldn’t stay special for long. Iain Shaw

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Daily 5pm-3am. Unit 2-09, Bldg 2, Tianzhi Jiaozi building, 31 Guangqu Lu (northeast corner of Shuangjing Qiao), Chaoyang District (no tel) 朝阳区双井桥东北角广渠路31号院天之骄子2号楼底商2-09

Located next to The Brick, Zhuang is fairly cookie-cutter as bars go, with a well laid-out space and an old-school soundtrack. The “circular ” design theme adds a distinctive touch – check out the bewildering, bright-red tires hanging from the ceiling. The drinks list contains nothing out of the ordinary, with bottles of Tsingtao (RMB 20), Beijing draft (RMB 30) and a range of shots and mixed drinks (RMB 20-50). Complimentary watermelon is also served – nice gesture, but an odd proposition for late-night drinking. Nobody’s going to head south of Guomao for Zhuang alone, but the bar is fine as a neighborhood venue. And, with three bars now open on this strip, the Tianzhi Jiaozi area makes for a decent pub crawl – enough bars to fill a night, too few to overwhelm. Lauren McCarthy Good for: A drink in the neighborhood Also try: The Brick, Grinders

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Good for: Lazy summer evenings Also try: Atmosphere, Fez Bar (open May 1)

ZHUANG 庄

BAR OF THE MONTH

D-22 B

est known for launching the careers of the likes of Carsick Cars and Hedgehog, “ The CBGB of China” is a refuge for rock fans, up-and-coming bands and other assorted misfits. After five years, D-22 shows no sign of either burning out or fading away. Take that, Neil Young. The style Tiny, deliberately dingy rock club The punters Punk heads, underground rock fans, university nerds

The music One shot of punk, one shot of indie rock and hardcore, a dash of folk and jazz, and a smattering of experimental noise Go to Discover the next Chinese rock star Drink Local draft Most likely celebrity customer Pete Doherty If you like D-22, you will probably like … What Bar, MAO Livehouse

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GABY DERSHIN AND THE AWARD GOES TO ...

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his New York DJ and producer has worked alongside top names like Sasha and Digweed and Paul Oakenfold. While asking Dershin a few questions, we also invited him to play our Bar & Club Awards party. What would you say in an embarrassing award acceptance speech? Pink is the new purple, bitches. And who would the “Gaby Dershin Award” go to? Barefooted people. Name one person who should have a building in New York named after them.

King Kong. New York City owes that guy big time. What would the “Gaby Dershin Building” look like? A treehouse designed by Frank Gehry. Three tunes that sum up New York. “Empire State Of Mind” by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys, the Beastie Boys’ “So What’cha Want,” and Gaby Dershin’s “Brooklyn Baby” – I haven’t written it yet but I will, promise! See Gaby spin at the Beijinger Reader Bar & Club Awards Ceremony on May 19.

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BESPOKE BEVERAGES THE FLASHEST WAYS TO DRINK by Jonathan White

ou may have noticed that certain restaurants around town have their own branded wine – Flamme, Café de la Poste and Alio Olio are three such examples where the house vino is identifiably of the house. If you’ve seen this, you’ve probably thought “What do I need to do to get my face on a bottle?” If so, there’s good news and better news: One, you’re vain, and two, here’s how to feed your vanity.

WINE REPUBLIC The Wine Republic offer a personalized labeling service that’s open to the average punter, but the volumes required mean that you’d have to be a serious drinker to take them up on it. They tell us, “Most wineries can reel off 400-500 bottles in an hour so they won’t get out of bed for much less than that.” However, if you’re willing to buy around 200 cases or more, then Wine Republic can offer vintages from around RMB 75 per bottle. You can pick from any of their stock. Once you’ve designed your label, they’ll send it to the winery where your chosen vintage will be labeled and then imported. Storage is an issue – you don’t want thousands of bottles strewn around your house (or maybe you do?) but Wine Republic offers a number of handy solutions. If you are buying at the top end of the wine spectrum, then the minimum quantity will come down; obviously you’ll be paying much more per bottle.

VINEYARD WINE EXPERIENCE This is the most hands-on you can get without getting grapes between your toes and cork under your fingernails. At their Jianwai Soho HQ, they will guide you through the process of making your own wine from scratch. You can visit at several points in the process. Depending on which grape varietal you

choose, your beverage will be ready for consumption in three to eight weeks. A minimum order of 15 bottles – and subsequent orders in multiples of 15 – is required. Prices start at RMB 188 per bottle. Call one or two days in advance to get started.

VEDETT Belgium is not known for its wineries. With good reason. Once monks learned how to make beer, why would they bother with wine? Vedett is from the same brewers as Duvel and they couldn’t be more eager to have your face on their bottles. Visit Vedettchina. com and you’ll be presented with the opportunity to upload your photograph to create your personalized beer. A crate of 24 33cl bottles costs RMB 350 per crate if you live in Shanghai, but why are you reading this magazine if you live in Shanghai? Here in Beijing, with the delivery fee, it’ll set you back RMB 450. That’s RMB 18.75 per bespoke beer. In seven to ten days you can be supping from a bottle plastered with your mug. Orders of five crates get six glasses free; orders of ten crates get a few other free gifts as well. What’s more, Vedett is currently running a competition where the prize is getting your headshot on thousands of bottles of beer in China. Again, see their website for details. The likely sour aftertaste of this story is that if you do see your face adorning a bottle in a bar, it is unlikely that the proprietors will let you have it for free. NB. Other wine companies in Beijing offer bespoke labeling services but were unavailable for comment. For venue details, see directory listings.

ILLUSTRATION: JOEY GUO

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CLUBHOUSE

WINK FEST

JOSH WINK GEARS UP FOR INTRO 2011 by Michelle Dai

hiladelphia’s Josh Wink was at the forefront of the early ’90s rave scene in the US, melting dance floors and scoring hits with tracks like “Higher State of Consciousness.” Two decades on, Wink brings his record bag for a headline set at the biggest weekend on Beijing’s electronic music calendar, INTRO 2011. We warmed Wink up for Beijing by asking him about Star Wars, Radiohead and his shifting perception of the humble banana. What song would you choose to kill a party? I don’t want to kill a party – I strive to rock a party!

What do you want to do but haven’t tried yet? Skydiving. Also ice scuba diving. What fact scares you the most? If you urinate when swimming in a South American river, you may encounter the candiru. Drawn to warmth, this tiny fish is known to follow a stream of urine to its source, swim inside the body, and flare its barbed fins. It will remain firmly embedded in the flesh until surgically removed. Tell us a secret about yourself. I love foot massages.

Give us a “AFTER I TURNED 14, scoop about Which Star Wars BANANAS HAD ALL-NEW another character would celebrity. most likely MEANINGS!” Lang Lang was dance to your my old neighbor in Philadelphia, music? before I moved last year. He lived Chief Chirpa. He k nows all the across from my house. moves!

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Radiohead’s new album. Discuss. It’s a good one. Still, a bit too short for me – I want more! You’re a vegan. When was the last time you had meat? Actually, I’m not vegan any more. I eat fish. Deep sea, wild-caught fish is my favorite. I still don’t eat eggs or dairy, though. Last time I had chicken was in 1990, and last time I had red meat was in 1983. When was a banana not just a banana? After I turned 14, bananas had allnew meanings!

Which Chinese celebrity do you most want to see at INTRO? Just an enthusiastic crowd that wants to be educated with electronic music – they are my true celebrities. Be Josh Wink’s true celebrity during his set at INTRO 2011 on May 21. Win INTRO 2011 tickets! To win a weekend pass to INTRO 2011, answer this question: What is Josh Wink’s real name? Email your answer to win@thebeijinger.com.

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A DRINK WITH ...

DJ WORDY

MASTERMIND

BEIJING’S HIP-HOP AMBASSADOR by Iain Shaw and Michelle Dai

J Wordy is perhaps bestk nown right now for his ever-popular Hot Pot parties at Punk, but the three-time China DMC champion has rubbed shoulders with hip-hop’s finest, from Talib Kweli to Qbert. Wordy sat down to tell us why he believes his new album is a milestone for Chinese hip-hop. On background “I was born in a small city in Shaanxi. My parents wanted to send me to the US to study, but I dropped it because I wanted to do my music. Now they’re pretty happy, because I can support myself. They don’t really listen to my music, though.” On discovering hip-hop “The first hip-hop I heard was Public Enemy, N.W.A., early Cypress Hill, Wu-Tang, all that. I was listening to a lot of rock ‘n’ roll at that time, but when I heard hip-hop I was like ‘This is my sound.’ When I started to DJ, my heroes were Qbert and DJ Craze. But my real hero is J Dilla – his music is forever.” On Beijing music “We don’t have good hip-hop in Beijing. That’s why we don’t have many people following the scene here. When my album comes out, you’ll know what good hip-hop is.” On musical seduction “What song would I play for a girl coming over to my place for the first time? Hip-hop. Haha, Dr. Dre! ‘What’s the

Difference’ from 2001. I actually did that once. But seriously, now it’d be ‘Mary Jane’ by Rick James.” On WordySoulspeak, his new album “World-class hip-hop. Originally I wanted to do the album with MCs, but they all took so long working on the lyrics that it became an instrumental album. I’ve given beats to a lot of rappers, including Curren$y and MC Webber. Even RZA – I gave him two beats. I’m just waiting for them to get back to me and I’ll put them out.” “You know that dish fo tiao qiang (‘Buddha Jumping the Wall’)? You put all this expensive stuff in a bowl and boil it into a soup for 24 hours. My album’s like that. I’ve put all this great stuff in the pot, and cooked it for a whole year!” WordySoulspeak is available at www. djwordy.com. Catch DJ Wordy at the album launch party at Yugong Yishan on May 27 or at Hot Pot at Punk on May 20.

DJ Wordy’s three-track playlist to start the summer “Won’t Do” by J Dilla “Passin’ Me By” by The Pharcyde “Ms. Jackson” by OutKast Win CDs! To win a copy of WordySoulspeak, answer this question: In the DJing world, what does “DMC” stand for? Email your answer to win@thebeijinger.com.

IS THIS BEIJING’S BRAINIEST BARTENDER? CONTESTANT: JOHN CULHANE, POMME O’SHEA’S SPECIALIST SUBJECT: GLASGOW CELTIC GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

SPECIALIST SUBJECT

How many American states begin with the letter “I”? Four.

Name the Indian player who played for Celtic in the 1930s. In the 1930s? Jeez, I haven’t a clue. Didn’t know there was one.

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What was Princess Diana’s maiden name? No idea. How can you ask an Irishman a question about the Royal Family? Come on, man!

How many countries share a border with France? Oh, Jesus. Had this question at our quiz the other night. Seven. No. I’ll go with five.

What’s the cube root of 64? 8.

Who was the last tennis player, male or female, to win a Grand Slam? Eh, I’ll have to go with Federer.

In 2002, who was voted Celtic’s greatest-ever player by fans of the club? Greatest? Oh Jesus. Jimmy McGrory. No, Jimmy Johnstone.

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Who did Celtic lose a European Cup Final to in 1970? Eh, Feyenoord.

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True or false: For a number of years, Celtic wore green-andwhite vertical striped shirts? False.

In July 1997, Celtic signed Henrik Larsson for: a) GBP 550,000; b) GBP 650,000; c) GBP 750,000? I think it was GBP 550,000.

FINAL SCORE: 3/10

Verdict: OK, we didn’t expect John to be an authority on the Royal Family, but there are probably Himalayan yak-herders who could have answered that Diana question. Maybe he should get out of Shunyi more often. See if John does a turn on stage when The Pomme hosts its annual rock festival, Rynostock, on May 21.

WIN BEER!

Answers 1) Four 2) Spencer 3) Eight (Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Andorra and Spain) 4) 4 5) Steffi Graf 6) Mohammed Salim 7) Jimmy Johnstone 8) Feyenoord 9) True 10) b) GBP 650,000

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PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU AND COURTESY OF DJ WORDY

The fine gents at Vandergeeten will give a Hoegaarden gift pack to the reader who answers this: The owner of Aluss also owns which other bar? Answers to win@thebeijinger.com

MUSIC

HAVE YOU MET

THE MORLOCKS This band’s on-again/off-again existence made them hard to track down – it must have something to do with lead singer Leighton Koizumi’s past drug problems, which led to some interesting interludes, such as spending years in jail for “robbing a dealer.” This probably also explains why Spin magazine falsely reported him dead from an overdose in 1999. The buzz One of California’s greatest-ever garage-punk bands Key tracks “Dirty Red,” “I Don’t Do Funerals Anymore” They say: Leighton Koizumi has never OD’d. We say: And he’s also pretty much alive. See them at: D-22 on May 15.

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NEVER MISS A BEAT MICHELLE DAI NEEDS A TIME TUNER

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our wallet is not safe in this city, and it’s not the risk of pickpockets or taxi fare hikes but wonderful live music that’s the threat. Especially when there are three music festivals lining up on the same weekend (and another a week later), legends coming one after another and so many great new bands. You should have already heard about the Midi Music Festival (Apr 30-May 2) and its decent lineup. There’s Mr. Big, Canadian alternative outfit Your Favorite Enemies (see Livehouse, p42) plus bands from overseas and a strong local influence. We’re not thrilled that it’s moved to Jinglangdao Park in Mentougou District, but Midi being what it is, it shouldn’t let you down no matter where it will be. Then there’s Strawberry Music Festival

(Apr 30-May 2), hosted by local record giant Modern Sky. With their strong band base and wide connections, it pulls off the strongest local lineup including rock bands like Re-Tros and Queen Sea Big Shark. T h i s y e a r, t h e y h a v e n e w competition. In the northeast of Beijing, Pinggu District is aiming to invest five to ten years in building a “music valley” that will cost around RMB 15 billion. Music Valley Music Festival (Apr 30-May1) cuts the ribbon on that. Live Nation has cooperated with the local government and they are pulling off this year’s most exciting lineup with big names like Ladytron and Editors and, of course, “punk princess” Avril Lavigne. The annual folk music festival (May 7-8) at Ditan Park will be a good chance to calm the nerves from all that festival rock. Shanren, Travelers,

Xiao He and more are all set for a lovely weekend. Electronica lovers are in for a dilemma on May 14. There’s the legendar y Silver Apple, one of the groups that ignited the electronic music boom. But on the same night, British synthpop Hurts will be playing at Tango – and that gig has great potential to compete for party of the year. Lastly, let’s not forget this month’s big bir thday blowouts for two beloved bars. Punk playground D-22 celebrates its fifth birthday at the beginning of May, and 2 Kolegas moves on to year seven at the end of the month. There are more legends to be written. And check out TheBeijnger.com for our interview with the magniﬁcent Mr. Big. He tells us about long hair and the magic of staying young.

ZHANG SI’AN “Subterranean Homesick Alien” by Radiohead. When I was around 15, I was hoping for aliens to take me away from my boring life. It never happened ... “Muffin Man” by Frank Zappa. “Girl you thought it was a man, but it was a muffin!” Zappa had it all when it comes to borderline humor and outstanding composition skills. “Ne me quittes pas” by Jacques Brel. The best song written to date when it comes to describing the connection between love, madness and loneliness. Love really can tear us apart. “Incantation” (咒语 ) by The Wild Children. I first heard that song in Beijing in 2000 at the River Bar. It was one of the reasons why I started singing in Chinese. Zhang Si’an jams at the Ditan Park Music Festival on May 7.

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REVIEWS

LIVEHOUSE

FOOL’S HEART CHASING THE DREAM 追梦痴子心 GALA They formed over six years ago, signed with a major producer and finally hit the charts a few months ago, but Gala still plays at underground live music venues and on campuses. In Fool’s Heart Chasing the Dream, the band mixes almost everything with a bubbly tone: rock, jazz, folk, pop and even pieces of kids’ songs. The quartet used to be tagged as a Brit-pop group, while the most “Brit” thing about them now is probably that singer Su Duo has mastered the art of singing every song with a whine, and I’m only half joking. Nevertheless, the cheery and jokey attitude transcends language. And if you listen to it enough, you might learn how to invite someone else’s girlfriend to the beach in Chinese. Michelle Dai Standout track: “Four Years Since Debut” (出道四年) Like this? Try ... The Flowers (花儿乐队), Christmas

HONEYED AND KILLED 甜蜜与杀害 HEDGEHOG If Hedgehog’s four studio albums are like the record of a boy realizing – reluctantly – that he has to grow up, Honeyed and Killed marks the end of youth. Over six years, this Beijing band has progressed from grunge to pop rock, eventually ending up in vaguely dark alternative. A girl’s gentle crooning opens the album. When the rhythms slow and the keys descend, the atmosphere goes rather gloomy. There’s a flicker of cheer in “Shanma” (“Don’t make a sad face, just think about your future ...”) but if you’re expecting the poppy and breezy chords that Hedgehog made its name with, you might be a little disappointed. Singer Zijian still closes his eyes when he sings, but instead of dreaming about the future, he’s probably trying harder to memorize the past. Michelle Dai Standout tracks: “Shanma,” “In The End, Let’s Go To The Seaside” Like this? Try ... The Gar, Carsick Cars

THA CARTER IV LIL WAYNE Weezy’s back with his fourth Tha Carter LP but it’s more a collection of singles screaming thug pride than an album. Fans and newcomers alike will welcome his triumphant return (from jail), even if it’s because this is more pop than hip-hop. Not to be a hater, but Tha Carter III was a work of mainstream-appeal genius and this is more so. The collaborators (Drake, Eminem, Nicki Minaj, Tyga) are all bona fide hitmakers – many of whom just happen to be signed to Wayne’s Young Money label. Tha Carter IV will top charts but it feels like that was all it was made to do. Perhaps it’s easy to be cynical when the lyric “Now all I want is hits, bitch” describes this album in all its glory. Carlly Chun Standout tracks: “6 Foot 7 Foot,” “John” Like this? Try … Rolling Papers (Wiz Khalifa), Pink Friday (Nicki Minaj)

HELPLESSNESS BLUES FLEET FOXES

Standout track: “Battery Kinzie” Like this? Try ... Kiss Each Other Clean (Iron & Wine), Everything All the Time (Band of Horses)

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LISTENING TO YOUR FAVORITE ENEMIES by Michelle Dai

s it possible to tour the world while actively fighting for human rights, gaining critical praise and staying independent? Apparently it is if you are in a group which is as close as a family, that keeps producing good music and insists on doing it themselves. The proof is Canadian alternative rock band Your Favorite Enemies. Here, the sextet shares some of their thoughts.

So don’t trust him, even if he looks like a good guy to hang out with.”

On their second album “On Love Is a Promise Whispering Goodbye, we pretty much recorded ‘moments.’ At the time we recorded the album, it was a recollection of pieces of where we were at, both emotionally and artistically. The heaviest songs are not the ones with the loudest On trust issues “DON’T TRUST HIM, EVEN IF s o u n d s . T h e y “Don’t trust a big are the ones HE LOOKS LIKE A GOOD bearded guy crafted from a trying to get you true sense of GUY TO HANG OUT WITH” into a converabandonment sation about space gorillas, about and we did craft those songs in the inner electric circuits of an to t a l a b a n d o n m e n t , fo r m a ny Orange guitar amplifier, about personal reasons. the impor tance of giving your “ The album, intended to bearded hear t a shampoo of be a special limited edition album love or trying to explain why he’s for the fans only, became a platinum touring with all his 35 guitars record to be re-issued next June! (because he doesn’t want to create Sometimes what feels too painful to jealousy amongst them ... true be publicly exposed can be turned stor y!) because it means you’re into the freedom that others are no talk ing with Sef, Your Favorite longer believing for their own lives. Enemies’ crazy lead guitar player, When art is real, life will bloom. which means he missed the train to And we are exper iencing that the next festival, which ultimately freedom ourselves every time we are means you’ll have to take him back performing those ‘moments’ others to your home, to look at him eat the are calling songs.” whole contents of your refrigerator, to let him lay down on your Catch Your Favorite Enemies at Midi favorite couch, to watch the whole Music Festival on May 1 and MAO collection of Steven Seagal movies Livehouse on May 21. Check out with him and to let him listen to TheBeijinger.com for more of their every single Kiss album all night. thoughts.

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Fleet Foxes is like the cup of tea you have on a Sunday afternoon, easing the nerves and clearing the mind. After their debut album brought them fame, they faced a classic dilemma: Should they keep treading the same path or be more innovative? Helplessness Blues sounds like they’ve tried to do both. Frontman Robin Pecknold has said that they were aiming for “less poppy, less upbeat and more groove-based,” and the resulting sound is both more epic and experimental. Fear not, fans – the cautious touch on the cymbals, the glittering banjo and the lazy, hummed harmonies that we loved about them haven’t gone anywhere. It’s still the same cup of tea, but it’s got a little more flavor. Michelle Dai

WITH FRIENDS LIKE THESE

STYLE

LOOSE CHANGE FRESH OUT THE BOX Myriam Ullens, one of the founders of the UCCA, debuted her stunning clothing line MUS in China at her namesake gallery last month. By the time we go to print, Kocoon spa should have completed its move from Nali Patio to the basement floor of The Opposite House. D-SATA is also expanding beyond Nali Patio – into 798. Its second branch D-SATA. DIVA opened in March, but just released its DIVA-inspired line last month. Elementar y-school-turnedrestaurant-and-art-studio The Schoolhouse at Mutianyu has added a new business to the mix: Brickyard Spa. The sauna comes with windows so you can soak in the view of the Great Wall while you soak in the tub. Popular online shipping ser vice Dong-xi.com has officially changed its name to ShopWeShip.com. Dsquared, a high-end label run by identical twins, set up its first mainland store in Shanghai in January, and its second in Beijing’s Sanlitun Village North last month.

IT'S AN OPENING CEREMONY SANDWICH (FROM LEFT: HUMBERTO LEON, CHLOË SEVIGNY AND CAROL LIM)

STYLE-PHILE

TIFFANY WANG IS STARSTRUCK (BUT PLEASE DON’T BLOW HER HEART UP)

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF LANE CRAWFORD, UCCA, NLGX DESIGN STORE AND PLASTERED T-SHIRTS

o, I wouldn’t call myself easily impressed – not by nice cars, lavish meals or even expensive clothing. But I do have a weakness. I’m positively dazzled by stardom. Last month, we saw visits from Diane von Furstenberg, Christian Louboutin, Jessica Alba, Natalia Vodianova, Bob Dylan, Jackie Chan and Chloë Sevigny, just to name a few. Since when did Beijing get so lucky? I feel like an undeserving child, spoiled by all the sudden attention. The truth is, the West has been nervous about us for some time now, and they’re just starting to face the facts. Their economy has been unstable, with buyers uneasy about making big purchases. Meanwhile, China’s market is steadily climbing, with tons of nouveaux riches eager to show off their newly acquired wealth. Tasteless goods are being bought in bulk during this transi-

tion period, since many have not yet developed their own sense of style and are relying on “trusted” name brands for reassurance. Here’s where fashion houses seeking to promote both themselves as well as quality and design in the mainland can step in and guide the consumer. I mentioned DVF’s efforts last month. Now, super-hip label Opening Ceremony has set up a temporary pop-up shop at Lane Crawford (until May 15). The young New York-based company tends to stay away from the flashy names, instead stocking emerging designers who represent a more “alternative” aesthetic. Will this jive well with China’s current shopping preferences? I guess we’ll find out. But it’s promising that OC shows faith in our humble city. At the same time, luxury brands firmly established in China are looking to expand. On May 28, Giorgio Armani is hosting a mega-event

in Beijing to celebrate his ten-year mark in China. The Italian designer already has over 200 stores here (including Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, AJ Armani Jeans, A|X Armani Exchange, etc.), but his company recently expressed a desire to reach the younger “new breed of mobile Chinese.” Not all of us will have access to that event, I know. But we can all support thriving homegrown secondhand stores, right? And sometimes those are better than the pretentious, fussy, red-carpet parties anyhow (even if the latter do represent progress for China’s fashion industry). The Big 8s will be hosting yet another outdoor flea market on May 7 in front of their showroom at Beiluogu Xiang. Even celebs come a close second to good-value vintage clothing, bags, books and furniture. Throw in the Spanish cookies and sangria, and it’s a done deal.

Internationally successful Chinese brand JNBY’s Spring/Summer collection hit boutiques a few weeks ago. We’re feeling the light palette and free-spirited bohemian vibe. Plastered T-shirts and NLGX Design Store also just introduced their Spring 2011 T-shirt designs. Plastered went the route of superhero pandas and Chinese pottery, while NLGX spotlights colorful skylines.

Watch out for Stradivarius’ Summer 2011 series “Summer Attitude,” with adorable summer dresses and widebrimmed hats.

PAMPER ME UP No, we didn’t forget about Mother’s Day – and neither did the Ritz-Carlton Beijing. Luxe spa packages are offered at special rates, including the firming neck and bust treatment (RMB 550). The Spa at Hilton Beijing Wangfujing’s new “Summer Essential” treatment (RMB 780) will help you achieve that summer glow via body scrubs, facials and conditioning massages.

MAY 2011

WHAT’S NEW SHOPS

DECIDE Daily noon-9pm. 107 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District (159 1114 2894) 东城区鼓楼东大街107号

IN SEINE FOR FRANCE PARIS PEKIN ANTIQUE SHOP 北京巴黎

Daily 11am-9pm. 85 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District (134 3643 7012) 东城区宝钞胡同85号

In the last year, this Gulou hutong has swelled with fresh faces, ideas and flair, all the while retaining its localized charm. The latest venture to join the cluttered street is Paris Pekin Antique Shop, a quaint space that specializes in vintage collectibles from France. The mostly hipster clientele mill about, examining the yellowed sheet music, black-and-white photographs (RMB 58-200) and porcelain ashtrays (RMB 98-138) with interest. Sentimental piano tunes and an address plaque reading “6th arrondissement” – one of Paris’s most

fashionable districts – showcase the owner Liu Tian Tian’s Gallic expertise and attention to detail. She gushes about her love for both her hometown Beijing as well as France’s capital, where she lived for over ten years. “I want to give Beijingers the chance to appreciate Parisian culture as well,” she tells me. And appreciate we do. Tiffany Wang

Hipster, meet gangsta. These days, the lines between vintage and urban street style are fading like Fubu. Decide, full of medium- to oversized tees, hoodies and jackets, is the most recent product of this phenomenon. The shopkeepers tout it as a store of American brands – their sign name-drops Express, Supreme, Stussy and A&F – but when we start perusing, we find Singaporean and Hong Kong designers as well. For now, the layout is simple and sparse, the way men (presumably) like to do their shopping. There is a limited but cohesive selection of clothing, along with adidas sneakers (RMB 3003,000) and Danner utilitarian boots. Women, we’re up next. Tiffany Wang Also try: Hardly Ever’s, New Project Center Must buy: Stussy tee (RMB 398)

Also try: Shanghai Memory, Shanghai Trio Must buy: Vintage photo of Audrey Hepburn (RMB 58)

SAMO

MAY 2011

HUMMINGBIRD THERAPEUTIC RETREAT 一体保健会所

Unlike many other new retail establishments, owner Gao Bao does not seek to promote local designers. She informs me that the bulk of her stock comes from abroad – she simply carries what she likes, as opposed to having any specific agenda. The result is a sometimes successful, occasionally tacky scattering of apparel and accessories: low- end to high- end, local to Western. One sales rack of white blouses ranges from Bei Style to bebe, though the store’s most prevalent names are Gioia Pan (from Taiwan) and Alter & Kiss (from Hungary). There are random markers of “class” inserted throughout: some expensive wine bottles on a shelf over here, a VIP room with velvet sofas over there. The store could use some work when it comes to polishing its vision, but the chance finds and custom-order options make Samo a promising addition to Nali Patio. Tiffany Wang

Daily 10am-midnight. Unit 103, Bldg 3, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (6597 9119) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号新城国际3号楼103室

Also try: Thaiv, Lara Must buy: Caqu Japanese denim jeans (RMB 1,400)

Also try: I Spa, Dragonfly Therapeutic Retreat

After years of waiting, Eastern and Western massage have finally found a happy union in the aromatic hot stone massage (RMB 680 for 60 min). The masseuse starts by placing heated stones along your meridians, and after gently uncovering parts of your body, she dabs you with a “poultice” – heated Balinese stones wrapped in muslin and heated in shea butter infused with medicinal herbs and essential oils. Your first response is to flinch, but a split second later your clenched muscles relax, allowing for even deeper relaxation as the masseuse uses the hot poultice in long, flowing strokes before following up by hand on spots of tension. Hummingbird has a range of therapeutic massages starting at RMB 150-225, and also offers facials, waxing and manicures. Jennifer Thomé

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU, SUI AND COURTESY OF HUMMINGBIRD THERAPEUTIC RETREAT

Daily 11am-midnight. Unit C308, 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District (5208 6308) 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园3层C308号

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HP SLATE 500HP DELL STREAK 7 Your smartphone is giving you eyestrain, but your bag is too cramped for a regular-sized tablet. So consider this Android-based pocket tablet, which features a 7-inch LCD screen with 800x480 resolution, with front and back cameras that weigh in at 1.3MP and 5MP respectively. Inside, a 1GHz dualcore processor and 16GB internal storage keep things humming. Streak 7, which supports Flash content, comes installed with Android 2.2, but Dell promises that users will soon be able to upgrade to the Honeycomb OS. Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G, GPS and SD/MMC/SDHC memory card slot www.dell.com RMB 4,600

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GET THE LOOK

Hot pink button-through shirt. RMB 193. Topshop

TASTE THE RAINBOW Gray neon coin purse. RMB 95. Shanghai Trio

Color-block tee. RMB 399. Zara

by Tiffany Wang

ith the first timid streaks of sunshine comes a powerful shift in aesthetics. Suddenly, our dressing decisions are no longer constrained by the cold. The inconspicuous dark outerwear that hugged our bodies all winter is traded for hyper hues. We can afford variety in warmer weather – tank tops and shorts cost far less than chunky sweaters and jackets. Happily, this year’s trends appear to be aligning with our mood (and our bank accounts). The industry is raving about “color blocking”: mixing two or more blocks of color in either a single article of clothing or an entire ensemble. For a pleasantly jarring effect, pair together unexpected shades. A monochromatic outfit can be livened up with heels sporting straps in ocher, emerald and royal blue, a fuchsia blazer matched with a golden tank and black pants. Whatever your interpretation, make sure to incorporate at least one muted tone. You need some balance when you’re walking the rainbow.

ATELIER

Neon bikini. RMB 100. H&M

Blue scallop hem shorts. RMB 364. Topshop Multi-colored heels. RMB 999. Zara

LAO YU by Michelle Dai

ao Yu has been crafting footwear for 30 years. He claims that if you hand him any pair of handmade shoes – no matter how fine or uniquely shaped – he can make you an almost identical copy. I wore my first pair of leather shoes when I went to technical school. They were made from pig leather; no one wears pig leather nowadays. Even back then, that was very rare and really hard to get.

I wanted to start my own business, but it didn’t go very well at the beginning. There wasn’t a lot of leather available and I didn’t have other workers to help. To make money, I could only sell shoes on consignment.

MAY 2011

When I was young, I dreamed about becoming a football player. I’m from the same school as Lu Jun [who refereed in the FIFA World Cup]. We’ve played games together. Don’t know how he found a way to become a ref. But he’s in jail now [for accepting bribes]. The biggest pair of shoes I’ve ever made? Do you know the tallest person in China, Zhao Liang? He’s the second tallest in the world. He wears European size 56 (US size 20). If I were a pair of shoes, I’d be handmade, stylish red-brown with shoe lacing. I want to make shoes for leaders: Barack Obama, Hu Jintao. Lao Yu Handmade Shoes. 37 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District (6404 1406) 老余手工鞋店, 东城区鼓楼东大街37号

PHOTOS: JUDY ZHOU AND COURTESY OF H&M, SHANGHAI TRIO, TOPSHOP AND ZARA

I started working when I was 18 at a state-run shoe factory, where I learned everything from design to production. I left in 1991, because the industry itself didn’t look very good. It made quite an impact in the factory. I was the vice-chief of the technical section. The factory got sort of chaotic after I quit.

Shoes made from artificial leather feel terrible. They can’t be called leather shoes. It makes every part of me uncomfortable to wear that kind of shoe. It’s like a forgery.

+ ARTS CULTURE SNAPSHOTS ART

The Gwangju Design Biennale (GB) takes place in Korea this coming fall. It’s earning respect as one of Asia’s most thoughtfully curated visual arts events, and this year the organizers have planned a series of talks called Academies in several major international cities. The Beijing Academy took place last month, with thought-provoking presentations and engaging discussion. Learn more about the Biennale at www.gb.or.kr. In town, check out new exhibits at R e d G ate G a l l e r y, G a l e r i e U r s Meile, and new Sanlitun galler y Babu Space.

CINEMA

IF ONLY ALL SOLDIERS COULD DO THAT. THE RED DETACHMENT OF WOMEN (MAY 25-27)

ART ATTACK

IN PRINT

MARILYN MAI IS DITCHING HER LONG UNDERWEAR

PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS

ne of the few predictable things about Beijing is Chinese weather-related behavior. When the temperature drops in November, every Chinese friend I hang out with will suggest hot pot for dinner. Two weeks later, they’ll ask if my heat has come on. In their opinion, no one is ever dressed warmly enough. And if perchance it hits 70 degrees before May comes around, people will stare at you for wearing a T-shirt on the subway. Need we mention the sun-shielding paraphernalia that blanket the city in July and August? Pair this collective mentality with the fact that May has traditionally been a big month for culture in China (the May Fourth Movement, Lu Xun and all that), and there you have your explanation for why so many events are planned for this month. So get out your sunbrellas,

tuck that jiaotong ka securely into your back pocket, grab a hawthorn popsicle or two and be off. For starters, the 11th annual Meet in Beijing Arts Festival kicked oﬀ at the end of April, but will be going strong for most of May. Catch acts from all over the world, including Flemish pianist and composer of Chinathemed rhapsodies Peter Ritzen (May 6); Australian Liszt-master Leslie Howard (May 14); the BYU Chamber Orchestra (May 4); Australian avantgarde music trio Misinterprotato (May 15); and China’s own National Ballet performing The Red Detachment of Women, the socialist drama that “shook the entire foundation of bourgeois art” (May 25-27). Meanwhile, if you missed the events for Caochangdi Photospring, you can still catch the exhibits, many of which last through June. Check out iconic French

Outdoor movie screenings might sound romantic, but Beijing’s stifling heat and predatory mosquitoes make them few and far between. Electric Shadows gives it a go, screening Some Like it Hot on The Bookworm’s roof top on M ay 15. M eanwhile, Culture Yard is showing Shanghai and Billy Wilder films on Tuesdays and Sundays (respectively) this month, and BC MOMA has several screenings of works by Zhu Wen (starting May 6), Li Yu (starting May 8) and young filmmaker Liu Jie (starting May 1). In theaters, catch Chinese period actions The Lost Bladesman (Guan Yunchang) and The Warring States (Zhan Guo), and nerd fantasy flick Sucker Punch.

filmmaker Chris Marker’s still photography at Jing Yi Art Space, Wang Chuan’s study on dragon ubiquity at Pékin Fine Arts and “Africa: See You, See Me” at Li Space. Unrelated to the Photospring, Wim Delvoye – that tattooer of pigs both dead and alive – has a fascinating new exhibit at Galerie Urs Meile. And don’t forget to check out Affordable Art Beijing, the art fair for the rest of us (see Feature, p49). Budding filmmakers should take note that the 48 Hour Film Project kicks off in Beijing on May 20, where you’ll be handed an assignment and given just two days to complete it. See www.48hourfilm.com/beijing for more details. Now, since you’ll be doing quite a bit of running around, make sure to drink plenty of water. But not cold water. And don’t stand right in front of the air conditioning!

It’s a good year for Chinese literature. B i Fe i y u w o n t h e M a n A s i a n Literary Prize, and two other Chinese novelists, Wang Anyi (The Song of Everlasting Sorrow) and Su Tong (Wives and Concubines), have been nominated for the Man Booker International Prize – a first for Chinese writers. Penguin China has a green light to publish an English translation of Sheng Keyi’s Northern Girls, due out mid-2012. Also, Book Swap and Board Games celebrates its third anniversary by letting you take home three books for trading in just one on May 7 (see Events for details).

STAGE

The NCPA kicks off its May Festival with one of the world’s best violinists, Anne-Sophie Mutter, performing on May 2. Opera lovers can see Puccini’s Tosca, directed by the world-famous Giancarlo del Monaco (May 12-15) and ballet buffs can catch the sensational Balleto di Roma’s take on kiddie lovers Romeo & Juliet (May 25-26). Beijing Playhouse will be staging Love, Sex, and the IRS later this year. They’re hosting an informal unstaged reading of the script on May 22 – a great way to gear up for the auditions in June.

MAY 2011

FEATURE

ARTIST SIMON BIRCH’S CONCEPTUAL CIRCUS COMES TO TOWN by Marilyn Mai

imon Birch’s “Hope & Glory” is one of the largest-scale and most expensive multimedia installations ever to hit China. The ambitious project incorporates architecture, music, photography, film, design and actors, which probably explains why it gained traction with Hong Kong cultural grants that usually ignore the visual arts. We asked the artist to describe the exhibit for us in a few unconventional ways: As a movie title? The Greatest Show on Earth by Cecil B. DeMille. Hmm, easy enough to decipher: “Hope & Glory” is meant to be a spectacle, calling upon circus-like themes and visuals. As a piece of music? Psyence Fiction by Unkle. Here, he’s referring to the critically acclaimed triphop album that gets a little help from members of The Beastie Boys, Radiohead, Metallica and The Verve. That tells us the show is eclectic, highly collaborative and maybe a little heady. As a fruit? A pomegranate. This one’s tricky: Is the show seedy, nutrient-rich and visually aggressive? And in six words? Laughing with mouth full of blood. Wow, very strong imagery. Maybe we’ll get to this one later … For now, read on as Birch tells us more about himself and his work.

MAY 2011

What might a Beijing resident see in your exhibit that others might not? I think everyone approaches the show differently. The Beijing resident will probably respond to the scale in a different way because Beijing is large-scale. Extraordinary transformations are taking place in the PRC, and I hope that Beijing residents will find an echo of their own experiences in the transformations I’ve imagined in the conceptual circus.

“LIFE IS A BREATH BETWEEN TWO SCREAMS” “Hope & Glory” involved all sorts of creative types. How did that go? Collaborating with so many creative people gave me valuable new insights. There’s also been a positive legacy because the network we built up has transmuted into Future Industries, an art project which is pioneering new ways of representing and exhibiting artists in Asia and internationally. If contemporary art were dying but you could save it by making a fan out of a single nonart-lover, how would you accomplish this? I’d take him to the Des Moines Art Center in Iowa to see Francis Bacon’s Study after Velasquez’s Portrait of Pope Innocent X. I guarantee he’d finally understand art is the only mirror that tells the truth: Life is a breath between two screams.

Describe your ideal exhibition space. A large, portable cube that could easily move from the middle of New York to a hill tribe in Papua New Guinea. You got paid to do dangerous things in construction work. What’s the most dangerous thing about art? Risk. Every second, as an artist, you’re making decisions that could backfire. It’s only afterwards you realize how close you were to the edge. One’s heart is exposed to be loved or stabbed. What has been inspiring you lately? Flesh! At the moment I’m working on an exhibition of new paintings, so I’m finding inspiration in the human form. When I’m not painting I’m making sketches for a large-scale installation project and finding inspiration there from the architecture of Lebbeus Woods. He’s a reminder that the best architecture is never built. Tell us about your upcoming projects. The next 18 months are going to be busy. I have a show of new paintings, “Laughing with a Mouth Full of Blood” [Aha! – Ed.], which opens in May at the Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences. I’m also involved in a project in London and at the end of the year we’re planning a show in LA. Then there’s a major installation piece I am building; it will be very architectural and largescale with a multimedia dimension, and poses challenges that are both artistic and technical. So, you could say I’ve got my work cut out. “Hope & Glory” will be on show at G-Dot Art Space from May 2-Jun 30.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS

You've held down jobs as a construction worker, DJ, party planner, and now painter/ artist. Can you connect the dots for us? Making things: whether it was tightening bolts on the Tsing Ma Bridge, constructing a climbing gym in Australia, applying paint on canvas, or welding steel for the “Heavy is the Head that Wears the Crown” installation in “Hope & Glory.” There’s a strong performance dimension to my

work, as well; music has been a big influence and remains a consistent part of much that I create. But always, problem-solving in creativity.

REVIEWS

FEATURE

ART: “YELLOW SIGNAL” UCCA Eight video screens are erected onto four gateways, depicting everyday situations in China: a ping-pong match, a medical exam. But the actors’ blank-faced performances, combined with the darkened room, heavy background music, and the oppressive height of the gateways, makes what you’re observing feel momentous and even ominous. Nervous laughter punctuates the exhibit room, leaving visitors feeling off-balance. And this is just Chapter 1. The next three installments, which run consecutively until June 26, promise to be just as interesting. The second, “We know what we are doing...,” will fill the giant room with a basketball hoop maze. Will the result be bizarre or whimsical? Or both? No matter what, Yellow Signal succeeds in slowing down traffic – making people stay in the moment to connect with their surroundings. Phoenix Tso See “Yellow Signal” at the UCCA: Chapter 2 (until May 15), Chapter 3 (until Jun 8), and Chapter 4 (until Jun 26).

BOOK: PLEASE LOOK AFTER MOM KYUNG-SOOK SHIN There’s Catholic guilt, there’s Jewish guilt, and then there’s the mother of them all: Korean filial guilt. This is the engine driving Kyung-Sook Shin’s latest novel, which follows an elderly woman’s four thankless adult children and her once-adulterous husband as they search the city for their missing matriarch. In the process, they take turns grieving over how they’ve mistreated her, and Shin’s strange second-person narration allows her to tell one sob story after another while simultaneously lecturing her characters. Despite the heavy-handed moralizing and maudlin melodrama, the writing is sharp, and the family’s experiences in Seoul’s jungle of steel and glass resonate easily with a similarly shifting Beijing. Best of all, we can promise anyone who reads this will never forget Mother’s Day again. Marilyn Mai Please Look After Mom is available at The Bookworm.

FILM: DON’T GO BREAKING MY HEART 单身男女 JOHNNIE TO Fans of Johnnie To’s action flicks will have to set aside some expectations to enjoy his latest, which caters very obviously to the rom-com-loving Chinese mainland. Starring Louis Koo and Daniel Wu as the dueling rich, handsome suitors to Gao Yuanyuan’s cute but almost too likeable damsel in urban distress, the movie features enough romancing and over-the-top marriage proposals to rival the careers of Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon combined. True to To’s style, the visuals are interesting and the writing is clever, but towards the end, you feel like you’re watching an indecisive friend hem and haw over a hamburger vs. a toenail. Worth a watch for the laugh-out-loud comedic timing, but beware the Bermuda Love Triangle. Marilyn Mai Don’t Go Breaking My Heart is showing in cinemas around town.

STAGE: NANTA COOKIN’

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZERS

POLY THEATRE Korea’s longest-running musical doesn’t have subtitles but you’ll understand it perfectly. Because apparently, clanging pots and pans are a universal language, as evidenced by the show winning Best Performance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 1999. Impressive for its non-verbal narrative, NANTA Cookin’ dazzles with acrobatic stunts, magic tricks, pantomime and kitchenware percussion. It follows three chefs who are ordered by their angry manager to cook up a wedding banquet. Caught unawares, they rush to complete their task before the looming deadline, all the while training the manager’s hapless, bumbling nephew. What follows is 90 minutes of chaos and comedy in equal measure. Audience participation is key, so go have fun and by all means make a racket. Carlly Chun NANTA Cookin’ makes noise at the Poly Theatre on May 17-18.

FIRE SALE

AFFORDABLE ART BEIJING’S HOT STUFF by Elizabeth Parke

iven that artist Zhang the calligraphic lines of a mountain Xiaogang just sold a triptych form, but at the same time also for USD 10 million at the suggest the artist’s play with a double latest Sotheby’s auction, you might exposure. Either way the result is think getting a foothold in China’s striking. Lin describes his work as both ballooning art market is a little bit private and populist: “I start by of a reach. Here’s where Affordable making work for myself, but the end Art Beijing (AAB) comes in, offering result is for the public.” you the chance to buy the next Li Baoxun’s “Stifled” is oil paint generation’s art, starting at a couple on canvas, but the paint is textured hundred kuai. You never know, you so it looks like crumpled paper, might find a piece perhaps mimicking IT MANAGES TO BE that will fund your the crumbling kid’s college edumental state of PLAYFUL WHILE cation down the the huddled, rolyRECALLING THE road. Then again, poly figure in the if that’s too much re gro u n d. T h e CITY’S NEVER-ENDING fo pressure, you can looming grey wall TRAFFIC JAMS also just choose above him heights o me th in g th a t ens the sense of looks good on your wall. suffocation that, without a clear narNow in its sixth year, AAB has rative, creates a visual conundrum. made a name as the art fair that the “Stifled” leaves the viewer wonderrest of us can, well, afford, while also ing, which is what demanding art becoming a much-needed platform should do. This one might make for for emerging artists to get exposure. depressing wall art, but hey, some This means more people and more of us are into that. artwork (over a thousand pieces this All three artists offer a variety of year), which can make spotting the media, content, and approaches, good ones a bit like a hunt for buried representing the mishmash one will treasure – amongst a hundred other inevitably find at AAB. So, whether hunters. Here are some highlights to you’re looking to invest in budding give you a head start: contemporary artists or just sick of Chen Zhuo’s “Firetruck” (pictured) your bare walls, AAB is worth a look. has a pared-down, toy-like aesthetic, Just don’t get stuck in line behind and manages to be playful while one of those fire trucks. also recalling the city’s never-ending traffic jams. Affordable Art Beijing takes over 798 Lin Shu’s vertigo-inducing photoSpace on May 14. Win tickets to the graph “Zhen No. 2” convincingly VIP Preview on May 13 by telling blurs the boundaries between digital us who you would commission to art and Northern Song dynasty ink paint your portrait. Email answers to painting. The shaky grey tones evoke win@thebeijinger.com.

MAY 2011

FEATURE

STRANGE FATES

BOOKSHELF

AND EVEN STRANGER FRIENDSHIPS

by Marilyn Mai

hat do you get when you Thomas Rohdewald. Besides mix a surly non-Mandarininspiring the film, the pair also star speaking Westerner with a as the main protagonists. “Can you Hunanese shepherd, throw in some think of anything more unusual? psychedelic yin-yang combat and One guy takes note of this stranger a good ol’ alien abduction amidst and they end up maintaining a desert snowfall, and then serve them consistent friendship for over ten all on the bleak Inner Mongolian years. And it’s a relationship that grasslands? Apparently you get bears the brushmarks of their souls – Thomas Mao, a highly conceptual, hard to explain and very mysterious,” visually exhilarating film courtesy of says Zhu. poet/novelist Zhu Wen. “When they’d known each other A lesser-known Sixth Generation for five years, I pondered it all the filmmaker, Zhu has a well-stocked time. During filming, it had been toolbox for creating unique visual ten years and I was still ponderworlds and populating them with ing. How did these two earn their original characters. Besides his yuanfen?” Zhu’s exploration of literary talents, the unlikely friend“HOW DID THESE TWO ships goes back filmmaker is also an experienced EARN THEIR YUANFEN?” to his essay, “A electrical engineer. Boat Crossing,” The exposure to industry and techwhere he plays on Buddhist ideas nology made film an easy transition o f yuanfen, o r re l a t i o n a l f a te, for him. suggesting that each chance We asked how his approach to encounter is earned through writing differs from his approach to three lifetimes of discipline. filmmaking, and he confessed, “The By the end of the shor t and biggest difference is that when I action-packed Thomas Mao, Zhu has started writing, I was an adolescent. wormed a disconcerting thought But when I started making films, I into his audience’s minds: What is was already an adult. So it’s just like fiction, and what is real? Can we romance – your first love always really control our fates? seems special. But really, filming is When faced with the existential a form of writing. It’s really hard to questions posed by such thrilling compare the two and they’re both cinematic fare, what favorite theater great for allowing me to express snack does Zhu Wen turn to for myself.” comfort? “My nails.” In this case, he chose to express his thoughts about culture clash by Bite your nails at Thomas Mao, which exploring the interactions between screens on May 6, 14-15, 21-22 and 28 his real-life friends, painter Mao at BC MOMA. Yan and Luxembourgian diplomat

NICOLA BELLER CARBONE SOPRANO

The book on my shelf with the most sentimental value is The Complete Poems of Rainer Maria Rilke. There is an incredible recording by Oscar Werner (an Austrian actor of the ’50s) in which he recites the Rilke poems, and it is the most beautiful thing I’ve ever heard. The bookshelf I’d most like a peek at is Lady Gaga’s. I wonder if pop divas today have any interest in literature; perhaps I’d be surprised and find Schopenhauer’s complete works on her bookshelf. The book I pretend to have read but haven’t really is Goethe’s Faust. The book I hide from others is Chuck Palahniuk’s Invisible Monsters. One of the most disgusting books I’ve ever read, with a horrible vision of a society absolutely manipulated by the ideals of beauty, with no inner values. It’s the negation of a desire to mature, learn, grow, to become somebody “wiser” – really the negation of life.

My favorite book from childhood is Hotel New Hampshire, by John Irving. It is so full of fantasy and absolutely tolerant of all k inds of human beings; it’s very, very funny, and so tender. His portrait of Vienna with its prostitutes, so humanly described, really impressed and still impresses me.

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Of the major characters I’ve sung, I think Salome would make the best novelist, because she’s an introverted neurotic teenager with nobody to talk to, in a family without values or love. So she would feel the inner desire to express and liberate herself. The extraverted Tosca would prefer to make her statement on stage, needing the immediate applause. The book I wish I had written is Calderón de la Barca’s Life Is a Dream. A book I’d like to see adapted as a film is Julio Cortázar’s Rayuela (Hopscotch). He has this kaleidoscopic writing style; you can read it in order as printed, or following his instructions, you can jump around from page 35 to 6, to 89 and so on. The fictional world I’d most like to be par t of is one of Haruk i Murakami’s surrealistic worlds like in Dance Dance Dance or Tokyo Blues. Carbone sings Tosca at the NCPA on May 12 & 14; Sun Xiuwei performs the part on May 13 & 15.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF CAROLINE LABERGE AND ZHU WEN

M y three favorite books a re Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment, John Irving’s The World According to Garp and Gabriel García Márquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude.

A character in a book who I’d like to be is la presidenta in Gioconda Belli’s El Pais de las Mujeres, which describes a fictional Latin country in which women take over power. She is very feminine and sensual, yet at the same time power ful, intellectual, able to lead a whole country and convince men to take over the housework and childcare. But she’s also full of doubts and emotional needs. A wonder ful character.

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AT THE BUZZER China picked up bronze in the Capital One World Women’s Championship of curling. The men’s team came ninth in the Ford World Men’s Curling Championship. Schalke 04 pulled off the biggest shock in the UEFA Champions’ League quarter-finals. The Royal Blues crushed Inter Milan 7-3 over the two legs and this means that Hao Junmin has the chance to become the first Chinese to play in the competition’s semi-final stage and with it become the most accomplished Chinese footballer so far. The second leg of their semi against Manchester United takes place on May 4. April Fools were expected at the beginning of last month but none were more creative than the blogs linking Arsenal to a trio of Chinese footballers – Hao Junmin, Huang Bowen and Yang Hao. There is a chance that there’s truth to the rumor, b u t i t ’s s l i m m e r t h a n V i c t o r i a Beckham. The Supercoppa Italiana is coming back to Beijing this August. If Napoli win the scudetto it might be good. Otherwise look for a Milanese derby here in the summer, amico. Tiger Woods was in Beijing last month as part of his rescheduled Nike “Make It Matter” tour. The golfer met up with China’s number one hurdler, Liu Xiang, in front of an audience of students at Beijing Sports University.

LANKY LAYABOUTS TURN ULTIMATE WARRIORS AT THE CHINA NATIONALS ON MAY 21-22

TALKING BALLS

JONATHAN WHITE IS GOING FOR A RUN (OK, PROBABLY A WALK)

PHOTO: FLICKR USER ED YOURDON

he best part of the year is waiting for the football season to start in the summer. You get two months without the disappointment of losing a proper game and the giddiness of new signings and the new season’s kits. The wait for the Chinese Super League to start is different. Transfers aren’t that interesting – even with the great rumors of one team or another trying to tempt Ronaldinho to Shandong – but the kits are always worth the wait. This year’s CSL offerings are no different, especially the “watermelon” home shirt of our hometown heroes (see p51). Public reaction hasn’t been great so we’re offering you the chance to put it right and design a new Beijing Guoan shirt – admit it, you spent most of high-school drawing new kits for your team. The prize for the best is the new Guoan

jersey – turn the page for details. The weather of late has been perfect for a game of “a good walk spoiled,” or golf, as most people refer to it. This month the golfers are giving back. Beijing Ladies Golfers are hosting their annual charity events to aid the fight against breast cancer. On May 13 they’ll host their Drink for Pink event (there’ll be no golf, just drinking) and on the 20th their Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament. It’s for a great cause and good fun, so check out our listings for more info and then email beijingladiesgolf@gmail.com to register. The Marriott hotel group have clustered their Beijing and Tianjin properties to back another charity golf tournament. This one is raising money for Operation Smile and takes place on May 27. To register, head to your nearest

Marriott group hotel. Enough of this creativity and charity – there are already established ways to help you get fit. This is the month with perhaps the most opportunities open to you to try something new. If you want to combine that with a shot at glory, we suggest forming a frisbee team for the China Nationals on May 2122 or joining the Aussie rules boys of the Beijing Bombers. They’ll be going to Shanghai on the 28th to take on Shanghai Tigers for the Mainland China Cup. To help Beijing make it six in a row, email beijingfooty@yahoo.com. If none of that is your cup of isotonic sports drink, then check the listings for more ideas but get out and enjoy it. I’m off to run the North Face 10km. I’ll tell you how I enjoyed that next month.

The NBA is now on Sina Weibo. Follow them now but you might want to keep checking the Western press for news of Kobe’s latest homophobic gaffe. China’s Ye Liying captured the USD 50,000 Shanghai Classic last month by five shots, effectively ending a winless streak by Chinese golfers on their domestic women’s tour dating back to 2009. The Shenbu Fuyuan are the new champions after beating the Guangdong Jiahong in the WCBA finals. Another month, another gymnastics scandal. Chinese gymnastics judge Shao Bin is being investigated for altering scores at the Asian Games. What a shock. Alphonse Marie Tchami Djomaha. Remember the name. He’s the man who has been brought into the Shaolin monastery to teach their youngsters soccer. The plan is that by combining martial arts and football it will “bring China’s football industry out of the mire.” Good luck with that. Ding Junhui made it to the semis of the China Open. The portly potter lost to losing finalist Mark Selby by three frames to six. Shanghai may have had a Formula 1 Grand Prix last month but did they have a Goldenport Track Day? Exactly – 1-0 to Beijing.

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GET YOUR KIT ON WIN A NEW BEIJING GUOAN SHIRT

he Chinese Super League began its 2011 season last month – and the big kickoff also marked the unveiling of a slew of new kits as part of the CSL’s league-wide sponsorship deal with Nike. Beijing Guoan brought in a new coach and some new players alongside redesigned versions of all of their strips – home, away and goalkeeper. The reviews on the Internet were as mixed as Guoan’s results last year. Whatever you think of the new uniforms, we’d like to know if you can do any better. Let’s face it, until Guoan shift the 1.5 million shirts per year that Manchester United average, there’s always room for improvement … and that’s just off the pitch.

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For your chance to win the new Guoan shirt, email your design to win@thebeijinger.com. The best entries will be displayed on TheBeijinger.com, and the winner decided by a public vote.

he Beijing Guardians have brought contact football to the city. Not only has the five-onfive league just started up, but they’ll be the first to play a full-on 11-a-side game on July 4 to celebrate friendship and to “hit some people.” They spoke – we thought it best to listen. Who plays football? Obama, for one, but we haven’t seen him at any practices yet. Seriously, in Beijing we have champion weightlifters, professional soccer and basketball players, ex-military types, athletic trainers and flag football converts. It’s a great mix of foreign and Chinese talent.

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Which is better: 5v5 or full-on football? For Beijing right now, 5v5 because there is a shorter learning curve to play well while the basic position skills are the same as the full-11 version. Anyone can jump into a 5v5 game after a couple practices with us.

What do you think of the current uproar about footballrelated concussions in the States? It is still safer to play football than it is to drive … and much safer than crossing the Guomao intersection. How highly do you rate the Beijing Guardians uniforms? Does a jersey make me avoid a hit from behind while I’m in the air for a catch? Does it tackle a player running at full speed? Does it trick the defense into making the wrong read on the QB? No my friend, we do that. And while we coil in position and steel our nerves for the next play, it is the jerseys that everyone says look great! And finally, can you clear up why it’s called football? A half-dollar piece. No more, no less. A bet gone awry decades ago and now all of us are stuck with this glaring misnomer. But you didn’t hear that from me in any case … For more info on the 55 League and the Beijing Guardians, go to www.beijingguardians.com.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF BEIJING GUARDIANS AND TED

CHANGING THE GUARD

Why should we play? This is the greatest team sport there is. If you enjoy soccer, basketball or rugby, you will catch on very quickly and challenge yourself on a new level. One of the unique things about this sport is that tall-skinny, shortfast, and big-strong players are ideal for different positions on the team. That means that if you have some athleticism in you, there is probably an ideal role for you on the field.

Football is said to be a dying sport – do you agree? I agree that it is not very fun to play or watch and in dire need of rule updates, but I don’t think the sport of soccer is dying.

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TO YOUR HEALTH EATING BY COLORS Now that spring is here, a whole new medley of fruits and veggies are in season. And according to the American Dietetic Association, eating a diet that varies in color is a crucial part of eating right. We asked Dr. Wang Min of 21st Century Health Care – Beijing Glory Clinic which shades we ought to stock in our kitchen. What are some of the main color groups for food? • Green foods: spinach, leeks • Red and yellow foods: mangos, oranges, pumpkins, hawthorns, red dates, pomelos, strawberries • White foods: bamboo shoots, taro, lotus roots, water chestnuts • Blue/violet foods: blackcurrant, a u b e rgi n e, re d c a b b a g e, b e e t s, blueberries What varying health benefits does each color group offer? In general, darker-colored foods contain more carotene, vitamin B2 and vitamin C than foods of lighter color. Green, red and yellow foods often have strong antioxidants, which fight fatigue and cancer, slow down aging and boost the immune system. White and blue/violet foods are important for keeping our blood pressure at a healthy level, and for protecting our cardiovascular system.

CONTAIN YOUR DELIGHT: CMC'S NEW SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY CENTER

LIVING LA VIDA LOCAL TIFFANY WANG NO LONGER TAKES SMILES FOR GRANTED

PHOTO: COURTESY OF CMC

’ve just come back from doing an interview with Operation Smile. I wasn’t sure what to expect. It seemed to me that, despite cleft lips and palates being an unfortunate occurrence, there were other more dire issues at hand. Wasn’t this only a physical defect, one that didn’t affect a person’s ability to study, make money and participate in society? Clearly, I hadn’t given the matter much thought. All I can say is, I have a newfound respect for this nearly 30-year-old NGO, which performs free repair surgeries all over the world. Scott Snyder, the program developer of OS China, explained that this facial deformity is more prevalent in poorer areas, since firsttier urbanites – including Beijingers – can usually afford to take care of such an operation early on. Unfortunately, those without access to

the procedure are left to face vicious taunting, bringing shame upon their family and community, and – if severe psychosocial issues haven’t already stripped them of all selfworth – are severely limited when seeking respectable employment. At least in China, OS has had plenty of time to establish a presence. Late last month they hosted a benefit gala to commemorate their 20-year anniversary of carrying out medical missions in the Chinese mainland. And this month, as the Marriott’s charity of the year, they’re slated to receive all the proceeds from the Beijing & Tianjin Marriott International Hotels Charity Golf Tournament (May 27; see Events). Flip the page to learn more about their programs and how you can help. Compassion for Migrant Children also has cause for celebration.

May 10 marks the launch of their sixth community center, which will provide vocational skills training, afterschool and weekend academic activities, and family and health workshops to an estimated 500 migrant children. Designed by Architecture for Humanity and constructed from portable shipping containers, the Heiqiao Community Center will be far better suited to serving the needs of a nomad population. The next time China’s poorest families are pushed out to make way for urban planning, this 2,700-square -meter mobile structure – with four classrooms, a computer lab and a library – will be able to move alongside them. Fi n a l l y, d o n’ t fo r g e t a b o u t Mother’s Day on May 8. The women who have had to raise the likes of us surely deserve to be showered with flowers and cards.

What local fruits and vegetables can we easily incorporate into our diets? Tomato, cucumber, lettuce, onion and carrots can be consumed raw, and therefore require little preparation. Eat them fresh to gain all the valuable nutrients that are lost through cooking. Which colored foods are most essential to eat on a daily basis? Grains should make up the most of our food intake, but it’s important to mix them up with foods of other colors. It is advised to eat about 300 to 500 grams of vegetables and 200 to 400 grams of fruits per day. We should always find a healthy balance – eating either too much or too little of any food group can negatively impact our health. Make sure that half of the ones you eat are of the dark-colored variety. Also, try to incorporate mushrooms and veggies from the Cruciferae family (red cabbage, cauliflower, cabbage, radish) into one meal everyday. Got any tips on how to prepare and clean our produce? Wash your fruits and vegetables first and cut them after. Process them immediately in order to avoid losing nutrients or getting them contaminated by germs present on the cutting board or in the air.

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HANDS-ON ...

WALK THIS SHUI NOT EVERYBODY IS BORN LUCKY by Tiffany Wang

wo weeks later, I’m still reeling from the news of my fate. I first contacted practitioner Alvin Ang with the expectation that he’d be rearranging my room or work space. All I requested was a simple feng shui consultation – nothing but creating positive vibes through home décor, right? Wrong. When he asked me to meet him at the China Culture Center, I was puzzled. How on earth could he advise me on the layout of my home from there? Just in case, I sketched a mental map of my apart-

ment so I could describe it to him in detail later. I entered the classroom excited to absorb and apply this new knowledge. I was keen to share the tips I’d picked up in college (hanging a crystal from your ceiling, avoiding the colors red and black in your bedroom), but I was in for a bit of a surprise. Straightaway, Ang made clear that he wasn’t into that commercialized New Age crap. “I practice classical feng shui, as it’s preached in the 3,000-year-old ancient texts,” he told me, with a slight edge of

And what was my destiny, then? pretension. “And you can’t practice He logged my birth data into a that branch of feng shui without first complicated chart, telling me that understanding bazi.” Now that was a term I’d never I, too, could acquire this knowledge heard before. I blinked warily at him. and skill should I take his eight“ You see, e ver yone is bor n session course. As he deconstructed my fortune, with a certain amount of luck,” he I began to feel devastated by the bad explained, scrawling out a rough news, only somewhat placated by drawing of Heaven, Man and Earth. “But some,” he said, pointing the good. I loafed about in a daze ominously at Heaven, “are naturally for the next few hours, unsure of more lucky than others.” what to believe. The man emanated certainty and After days of contemplation, I tentativeness, came to realize patience and ANG MADE CLEAR THAT that whether the haste – a mystifyformulas of feng HE WASN’T INTO ing mix that had shui and bazi me lapping up THAT COMMERCIALIZED have basis or not, his words. they have logic. NEW AGE CRAP He noted that And the lesson I’ve carried away certain people from the two is that they work in have a greater inclination towards conjunction with each other to wealth, while others – no matter how much they adjust their environmental enhance luck. inﬂuences – will simply never strike That doesn’t mean you must it rich. resign yourself to your fate. Rather, you’re encouraged to take charge of “Feng shui isn’t magic, after all,” your life and nudge it towards a new, he chortled, before turning serious. “At the same time, don’t underestibrighter direction. And even if you’re mate the power of qi.” not superstitious, that’s one course I asked him for general rules I’m sure we can all agree on. about qi; he was quick to inform me Visit www.chinaculturecenter.org there were none. In fact, he could to sign up for Alvin Ang’s “Xuan tell me little about feng shui until I understood the details of my own Kong Flying Stars Feng Shui” or “Bazi earthly circumstances. Beginner” courses.

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SMILES AHEAD OPERATION SMILE IMPROVES LIVES

left lips and palates are the fourth most common birth defect in the world, and due to a lack of resources, nearly a million people are presently left untreated. Since Operation Smile’s first international mission to China in 1991, they’ve performed over 17,000 reconstructive surgeries. We spoke with program development manager Scott Snyder about the importance of giving every child the chance to lead a normal life.

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Can the deformity be prevented? There are two theories: one is that it’s genetic, the other that it’s environmental. A lack of folic acid, smoking or drinking while pregnant, and pollution all seem to be contributing factors, but the answer is still kind of up in the air. How does it affect one’s quality of life? By the time children with this deformity reach five or six years old, they’re going to school and getting ostracized. They often end up staying at home just to avoid such abuse. Physically speaking, when a child is born with an especially bad palate, their parents don’t even know how to feed them. Many kids come to us suffering from severe malnutrition. Some can’t even talk correctly and require speech therapy. In China, those services aren’t even available;

we’ve had to train a speech therapist at our Hangzhou charity hospital ourselves. How have you seen the reconstructive surgery transform lives? You can either see the pure joy on a mother or father’s face when they see their baby for the first time with a new smile, or the actual patient if they are old enough to grasp how different they look. I remember specifically on a mission in India that after a girl about 15 years old received surgery, her parents were crying as they said she could now

get married and have a normal life. How can we help? Introduce us to wherever you’re working to see whether they want to partner up with us as a corporate partner. Donate money or time – we need volunteers for upcoming events and missions. Donations can be wired directly to Hangzhou Operation Smile Charity Hospital (Bank of China account number: 8001 3524 1808 091001). Visit www.operationsmilechina.org for details.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF FLICKR USER DAVE FAYRAM AND OPERATION SMILE

Why is Operation Smile necessary in China? The average cleft lip surgery in this country costs RMB 8,000 and takes about 40-50 minutes. The cleft palate surgery, on the other hand, can require up to seven operations and gets quite pricey. In the US, UK or Canada, the healthcare system takes care of it. But in China, you have to pay. Many families can’t afford such an operation, or don’t even realize the service is available. And because of the one-child

policy, too many afflicted kids are abandoned or put up for adoption.

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LONG WEEKEND

BHUTAN The cliché The happiest country in Asia, according to a 2008 poll. Popular myth has it that idyllic Bhutan, not Tibet, is the real Shangri-La. The reality Bhutan is a Buddhist kingdom with a strong commitment to cultural and environmental preser vation, and it’s the only country in the world to use Gross National Happiness as an index of national progress. Most people continue to follow a traditional agrarian lifestyle. The sights Inspiring Himalayan landscapes and quaint villages are the biggest draws. The country is dotted with monasteries and distinctive for tresses called dzongs. You might even glimpse a w i l d takin, B h u t a n’s a d o ra b l e national animal. Top destination The dramatic cliff-top monastery of Taktsang positively oozes spiritual tranquility. Legend has it that Guru Padmasambhava, aka the “second Buddha,” arrived there on the back of a flying tiger. The food Rice is the common denominator, and chilli the flavor-enhancer of choice. Vegetarian dishes abound, especially ones featuring cheese or yogurt.

WISH WE WERE THERE … CLIMBING A GIANT TOWER OF BUNS AT THE CHEUNG CHAU BUN FESTIVAL, HONG KONG, MAY 10

TRANSIT AUTHORITY NIK FOGLE IS SWAPPING GUIDED TOURS FOR WILD RIDES

PHOTOS: FLICKR USER ETHAN CHAN H C AND WIKIMEDIA COMMONS USER DOUGLAS J. MCLAUGHLIN

hina is fast becoming the wor ld capital of bizarre theme parks. While Disney grabbed headlines last month by breaking ground on the muchanticipated Shanghai Disney, h o m e g ro w n p a r k s l i k e Wo r l d Joyland in Changzhou are far more interesting. Opening May 1, World Joyland recreates the online gaming universes of Starcraft and World of Warcraft. Though it’s a bit of a niche market, similar mar vels abound throughout China, ranging from kitschy to surreal. At Happy Valley in Shenzhen you can ride a giant ant, then have lunch in a Spanish café. Nearby, there’s a Soviet-themed park called Minsk World, and a place called Window of the World that recreates Earth’s major tourist attractions in miniature. Over at the Wild Animal Park in Shanghai, they’re racing ostriches. The list goes on. Here in Beijing

there are theme parks devoted to space travel and ancient Egypt, and the Shijingshan Amusement Park, notorious for its freewheeling use of internationally licensed car toon characters. This month you can join AsiaObscura.com for a trip to Beijing’s “quirkiest” theme park, Beijing World Park. Seeing this in quick succession after, say, the Lama Temple, is bound to yield insight into contemporary Chinese culture. The surge in Chinese theme park development is one facet of the generally explosive growth of Chinese tourism – for folks who can’t make it to the real Pyramids, a scale model is the next best thing. But international destinations are on the rise too. In February, for the first time, Chinese accounted for the largest percentage of international visitors to Australia. New Zealand is becoming more popular too,

with China Southern announcing a direct route from Guangzhou to Auckland, and Air New Zealand ramping up its mainland flights. According to one recent projection, China is set to become the world’s second-largest tourism market (after Japan) by 2013, growing 14 percent a year for the next ten years. There are some great trips from local operators this month. North Korea travel experts Koryo Tours are doing a rare Turkmenistan package this month, which includes the capital Ashgabat, swimming in an underground lake, and camping by a flaming gas crater. Closer to home, China Culture Center has a two-day excursion to the grottoes and hanging monastery at Datong, as well as a unique boat cruise along Beijing’s royal canal. Culture Yard is active too, with hikes to the Buddhist sites on Shangfang Mountain and the ancient Jingxi trading road.

Why go now? From now until June, the weather is ideal. Why you’ll want to stay Any country that can ban plastic bags must be pretty enlightened. Why you’ll be glad to leave Cosmopolites will feel distinctly out of network. Exchange rate 100 RMB = 679 Bhutanese ngultrum (BTN; interchangeable with the Indian rupee) Need a visa? U n l e s s yo u’re f ro m I n d i a o r Bangladesh, you’ll need to book a tour through a local agency 30 days in advance to receive a 14-day visa. Flight information Pick up Bhutanese carrier Druk Air in Bangkok, Kolkata, Dhaka, Kathmandu, Delhi, Gaya, or Guwahati. Or fly into Bagdogra, India and drive.

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FEATURE

GOLDEN STATES

SAMPLING SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’S LESSER-KNOWN DELIGHTS text by Jerry Chan

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THE SUNSET STRIP

MUSCLE BEACH

PHOTOS: JERRY YOON PHOTOGRAPHERS AND FLICKR USERS CLINTON STEEDS, NEIL ARMSTRONG2, RIGHTINDEX, MARGARETNAPIER, TIBCHRIS AND KIMONBERLIN

HOLLYWOOD BOWL

KOGI KOREAN BBQ TACO TRUCK

GRIFFITH PARK TRAILS

hey say everything is big in my home state of Texas, but all the roads in the Lone Star State combined shrivel in comparison to the colossal labyrinth of Southern California’s freeways. As a newbie Californian (made official when I switched to a CA driver’s license last year), I’ve spent the better part of a decade traveling back and forth between Beijing and the Golden State to visit family and friends. Every trip has been filled with a succession of white-knuckled, heart-pounding driving odysseys across SoCal’s immense network of highways. Even with a GPS bar k ing out (of ten dubious) directions, navigating the roadways at 65 miles per hour (104km/hr) can be intimidating, especially if you’re used to the puttering, bumper-to-bumper speeds on Beijing’s ring roads. However, Beijing and SoCal do share a few things in

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common. Both are filled with Chinese people, for one. (At times it’s difficult to remember I’m not in China.) And SoCal’s arid desert climate gives Beijing’s bone-dry winters a run for its money. The two regions are also similarly sprawling – Beijing municipality covers roughly 16,800 square kilometers, while the LA metropolitan area alone encompasses roughly 12,560. Each metropolis also has distinct pockets of genuine charm wedged in between vacillating layers of smog, smugness and kitsch. And of course both regions’ attractions are as numerous as they are famous. Over the years my family has managed to hit most of the requisite hot spots – Hollywood, Disneyland, the big beaches and the like – but I’ve found SoCal’s less-hyped locations to be far more interesting, not to mention less crowded.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING SUN

MUSIC

Music Valley Music Festival Apr 30-May 1. Ladytron, Hot Hot Heat and Editors play today. RMB 260 (per day), RMB 380 (two days), RMB 200 (per day; advance purchase), RMB 300 (two days; advance purchase). Noon-late. Beijing Yuyang International Ski Resort (5869 3355)

01 Ditan Park Music Festival May 7-8. Shanren, Wan Xiaoli and Blackwater feature today at the folk fest. Tickets at 6403 0513. RMB 80 (per day), RMB 60 (per day, advance purchase), RMB 120 (two days). 3.30-9.30pm. Ditan Park (6421 4657)

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Your Favorite Enemies and Miserable Faith top today’s bill. Apr 30-May 2. Tickets at 400 610 3721. RMB 80 (Apr 30 or May 1), RMB 150 (May 1), RMB 200 (three days). 1-10pm. Jinglangdao Park

Enjoy the classic love story as part of the 11th annual “Meet in Beijing” Arts Festival. RMB 80-580. 7.30pm. Poly Theatre (6500 1188)

Midi Music Festival

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Book Club: Pedro Paramo The Book Smugglers go Mexican surrealist this month. For a copy of the book, contact Lauren at lauren@abandonthecube.com. Free. 8.30pm. The Smuggler’s (138 0107 1230)

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Orchestra: The Butterﬂy Lovers

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For those who love wholesome foods. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 10am-noon. The Hutong (6404 3355)

China’s best reggae band, Long Shen Dao, performs live, followed by a DJ session. RMB 80, RMB 50 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

Until May 15. Hell hath no fury like a woman whose boyfriend is being tortured in the next room. International cast led by director Giancarlo del Monaco. See p50. RMB 180-800. 7.30pm. NCPA Opera House (6655 0000)

Guide to Macrobiotic Cuisine

Bob Marley Day

Opera: Tosca

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BARS & CLUBS

Soak up this jazz trio’s avant-garde sounds, then ask them about their name. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance), RMB 200 (VIP). 8pm. The One (5914 8087)

Meet people who live nearby. Free. 10am-noon. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

Experience love and life in a Lisu village along the Nu River in southwest China. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students and seniors), RMB 25 (members). 7.30pm. BC MOMA (8438 8258)

Find out who won. Free-ﬂow drinks until midnight. RMB 100 (general public, after 9pm), free (VIP invite only). 6pm-3am. Tango (6551 9988)

INN Coffee Morning: Sanlitun

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BARS & CLUBS

INTRO 2011 May 21-22. Acupuncture Records and guests turn Tongzhou on to techno for the weekend. See Clubhouse, p39. RMB 220 (advance, 2-day pass), RMB 150 (advance, 1-day pass), RMB 200 (door, 1-day pass). 1-10pm. Tongzhou Canal Park (8952 3044)

BARS & CLUBS

Enhance your knowledge of American wine. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 150, RMB 120 (advance). 7.30-10pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

MAY 2011

18 Wine Tour of the World: USA

Mon-Fri. Free-ﬂow red or white wine. RMB 100. 4-8pm. Enoterra (5208 6076)

LIVING

ARTS & CULTURE

Stylists and fashion consultants provide tips on creating a fresh look or complete makeover. RMB 50 (includes coﬀee, tea and pastries). 10am-noon. The Capital Club (8486 2225 ext 136)

Until Jun 30. See works by today’s young Chinese photographers. Free. Three Shadows Photography Art Centre, Exhibition Halls 1 & 2 (6432 2663)

Film: Deep in the Clouds

LIVING

Enoterra Terrace Opening Promotion

INN Monthly Meeting: Looking Good & Feeling Great in Beijing

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Three Shadows Photography Award 2011 Exhibition

the Beijinger 2011 Reader Bar & Club Awards Ceremony

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Ballet: Romeo & Juliet Balletto di Roma’s version of the greatest pre-pubescent romance of all time. RMB 100680. 7.30pm. NCPA Opera House (6655 0000)

MAY FRI

SAT STYLE

The Big 8s Flea Market Until May 8. Chinese curios, furniture and household objects from the ’60s-’80s. Plus sangria and cookies. Email contact@thebig8s.com if you’re interested in participating as a vendor. Free. Noon-8pm. The Big 8s (131 6159 2011)

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Hard Rock Calling

Until May 14. Order a Stella Artois or spend over RMB 200 to be entered in the draw to win an all-expenses paid trip to London for the 40th Anniversary Hard Rock Calling festival on Jun 24-26. Free. Hard Rock Cafe (6590 6688 ext 2571)

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BARS & CLUBS

Make a ﬁlm in a single weekend. You’ll be assigned a prop, one line of dialogue, a character and a genre. To register online, visit www.48hourﬁlm.com/beijing. RMB 500. 7pm. Workers’ Gymnasium (6501 6300)

Shunyi’s annual rock-fest. RMB 50 (donation to Care For Children). 12.30pm-late. Pomme O’Shea’s (8046 2558)

48 Hour Film Project

20 LIVING

Beijing & Tianjin Marriott International Hotels Charity Golf Tournament

Proceeds will beneﬁt Marriott’s charity of the year, Operation Smile (see p54). For info, call Patrick at 134 0108 8173. RMB 1,288. 9.45am-7.45pm (includes cocktail reception and BBQ dinner). Citee Golf Club (8459 1788/5288)

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2 Kolegas’ Sixth Anniversary (Day 2) Free The Birds, DH & Hellcats heat up the party. You can dance, you can swing, you can rock & roll. RMB 60. 9pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

MAY 2011

EVENTS JUNE EVENTS DEADLINE – MAY 9

with the Berlin Philharmonic. String heaven. RMB 280-1,280. 7.30pm. NCPA Concert Hall (6655 0000)

SEND EVENTS TO LISTINGS@THEBEIJINGER.COM VENUE INFO CAN BE FOUND IN THE DIRECTORY STARTING p70. ALL EVENT DETAILS CORRECT AT TIME OF GOING TO PRESS.

APR 30-MAY 1 BARS & CLUBS Sevilla Fair: Feria de Abril Flamenco, tapas, wine and traditional rebujitos. Free. Olé! (6595 9677)

MUSIC

MAY 3

ARTS & CULTURE

MUSIC

Film: Deep in the Clouds Young ﬁlmmaker Liu Jie paints a picture of love and life in a Lisu village. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students and seniors), RMB 25 (members). 7.30pm. BC MOMA (8438 8258)

Good 4 Nothing Japanese indie music with support from local emo rockers Tookoo and Alt Senior. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance). 8.30pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

MAY 2

SPORT

Music Valley Music Festival Avril Lavigne, Ladytron, Hot Hot Heat, Editors and many more international acts rock the northeast suburbs. For full lineup, see TheBeijinger.com. Tickets at 400 620 6006. RMB 260 (per day), RMB 380 (two days), RMB 200 (per day; advance purchase), RMB 300 (two days; advance purchase). Noon-late. Beijing Yuyang International Ski Resort (5869 3355)

Football Champions League

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Strawberry Music Festival Ofﬁcial After Party Bring the party back to the city center. RMB 50, free (ladies). 10pm. The House (6552 6661)

MUSIC

EXPLORE

MAY 7-JUL 31: WIM DELVOYE

Bet you never played with this cement truck as a kid. See photo, above.

MAY 9-30: JUDGE BAO

Comic book art + French + 11th century Chinese defender of the law.

UNTIL MAY 22: RED GATE LAUNCH PAD

Ten years of Artists in Residency. That’s a lot of ramen noodles.

BARS & CLUBS Strawberry Music Festival Ofﬁcial After Party See May 1.

MUSIC

Made In Ningxia The northwest folk-rock gang brings their best lineup: Buyi, Zhao Muyang and many more. RMB 60. 8pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

Mongol800 Japanese pop rock representatives start their China tour. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance). 9pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

Metal Night Local metal diehards make the night unforgettable. RMB 70, RMB 50 (advance). 6pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

Sa Dingding Chinese talent impresses the world with her uniqueness. Tickets at 400 610 3721. RMB 180-2,011. 7pm. Great Hall of the People (6309 6156)

MAY 2011

Chinese Kitchen: Sichuan Bringing the best of Chinese spice to your kitchen. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 7.15-9.15pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Futbolin Tournament Foosball in teams of two. No spinning your players. RMB 100 cash prize for the winners. Email chwerfen@263.net.cn for more information. RMB 5 (per person). 8pm. La Bamba (8286 6755)

D-22’s 5th Year Anniversary (Day 3) WHITE+, Birdstriking, Chui Wan and Fat City close down the celebration. RMB 60, RMB 50 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

LIVING

BARS & CLUBS

D-22’s 5th Year Anniversary (Day 2) Join AV Okubo, Carsick Cars and Mr. Graceless in wishing “Happy Birthday” to Beijing’s most punk-friendly club. RMB 60, RMB 50 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

The No Name Trio Beijing-based jazz band swinging old French sounds. RMB 30. 9.45pm. V.A. Cafe & Bar (5844 3638)

SPORT Football Champions League Semi-Final The second leg of Manchester United vs. Schalke 04. 2.45am.

Cinco de Mayo Live music and competitions, along with Corona for RMB 12, special margaritas and half-price tequila. RSVP to casalatinachina@gmail.com. Free. 7pm. Casa Latina (5905 6201)

MUSIC

BARS & CLUBS

Orchestra: The Butterﬂy Lovers Enjoy the classic love story, courtesy of the BYU Chamber Orchestra and the Beijing Dance Academy. RMB 80-580. 7.30pm. Poly Theatre (6500 1188)

MAY 5

Midi Music Festival Go for the rock & roll spirit. Celebrating their 12th year, Midi assembles talent from around the world. Lineup includes Mr. Big, Your Favorite Enemies and many more. See Livehouse, p42. Tickets at 400 610 3721. RMB 80 (Apr 30 or May 1), RMB 150 (May 1), RMB 200 (three days). 1-10pm. Jinglangdao Park

MAY 1

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Chinese Kitchen: Tastes of Beijing Learn more about the city you love by cooking its most prized dishes. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 10am-noon. The Hutong (6404 3355)

THREE TO SEE

APR 30-MAY 2

Strawberry Music Festival Local rockers (Re-Tros, Hedgehog, Queen Sea Big Shark and more) gather with international acts to bring good music and good fun. RMB 80 (per day), RMB 60 (per day; advance purchase) RMB 180 (three days). 1-9.30pm. Tongzhou Canal Park (8952 3044)

DAY-BY-DAY WEEKLY ONGOING

ARTS & CULTURE Violin: Anne-Sophie Mutter One of the world’s best violinists performs

Semi-Final The second leg of Barcelona vs. Real Madrid. 2.45am.

MAY 4 BARS & CLUBS Whisky Wednesday Sip Talisker, Dalmore and other malts. RSVP to Clinton at restaurant@beijing bookworm.com. RMB 150. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

MUSIC Hot Club of Beijing Gypsy jazz in Nanluogu Xiang. Free. 9.30pm. Salud, Nanluogu Xiang (6402 5086) Trio Bang Original jazz tunes. Free. 7.30pm. Purple Haze Courtyard (6501 9345)

ARTS & CULTURE

Pedicab Hutong Tour, Family Visit, Forbidden City, and Tian’anmen Tour Beijing’s alleyways by pedicab, visit residents of a traditional courtyard house, and visit the iconic sights of Beijing. RMB 350, RMB 250 (children 5-11). 9.30am. CCC (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

MAY 6 DINING Borie Manoux Wine Dinner Try ﬁve red wines from the Borie Manoux vineyards as part of an evening of ﬁne food and drink. Price TBD. 6pm. Blu Lobster (6841 2211)

BARS & CLUBS Acupuncture Records Label Night Weng Weng, Pancake Lee and comrades in techno back at the controls. RMB 50, free (ladies). 10pm. The House (6552 6661) Eddie’s Night Eddie Lv, QQ and Jiong Jiong play electronica. Free. 10pm. Kokomo (6413 1019)

MUSIC Birdstriking, BeYoung, Sgt. Pepper, Irregularities They promise to bring high-school noise and some punk spirit. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Chapelier Fou French talent leads you down a road of

electronic classical music. White+ and We Are Not Invited join in. RMB 50. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Thomas Mao Director Zhu Wen’s dream-like ﬁlm about two unlikely companions in Inner Mongolia. See Feature, p50. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students and seniors), RMB 25 (members). 7.30pm. BC MOMA (8438 8258) Piano: Peter Ritzen The pioneer in transcribing Chinese folk songs is also famous for his Chinesethemed rhapsodies. RMB 100-580. Time TBD. Poly Theatre (6500 1188)

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

MAY 7 BARS & CLUBS Beijing Underground Union Acupuncture DJs join forces with the best of the Beijing scene to warm up for INTRO 2011. RMB 50, free (ladies). 10pm. The House (6552 6661) The Drop Regulars Oshi and Tnem team up with Ekki for dubstep and more. Price TBD. 11pm.

Earl Bar (no tel) I Don’t Do Him, I Do G Free-ﬂow cocktails and wine. But only for ladies. Free. 9pm-1am. Scarlett (6552 3600) One Step Forward The Rudeness, Ultimate Productions and Meiwenti Sound DJs play reggae. RMB 50. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Teng Boon Punk regular returns for a night of funky house. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222) Wasabi Sound Night Patrick Yu and Donald Summer guest. Free. 10pm. Kokomo (6413 1019)

MUSIC Amped The Beijing Beatles Band sings your favorite tunes from the Fab Four. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050) Christmas The pop phenomenon continues their invasion. Free. 9pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868) Discord, Gumbleed, Labor Glory, Cold Case Punk regulars gather. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 9pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Jurat Band Indie rock with spirit from Xinjiang. RMB 30. 9.45pm. V.A. Cafe & Bar (5844 3638) Mademoiselle et son Orchestra The gypsy jazz band releases their album, Cafe Pour Deux. RMB 40. 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Sen The singer debuts in Beijing with a four-

piece band – rock, electronic and some folk. RMB 60, RMB 50 (advance). 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

STYLE The Big 8s Flea Market Until May 8. Chinese curios, furniture and household objects from the ’60s’80s. Plus sangria and cookies. Email contact@thebig8s.com if you’re interested in participating as a vendor. Free. Noon8pm. The Big 8s (131 6159 2011)

ARTS & CULTURE Artist Talk: Kong Lingnan “Only Her Body” The young artist discusses how she creates neon out of oil painting. Free. 2pm3.30pm. UCCA (8459 9269) Film: Together Zhao Liang takes us behind the scenes of a ﬁlm centering around AIDS. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students and seniors), RMB 25 (members). 5pm. BC MOMA (8438 8258)

SPORT The North Face 100 Beijing The ﬁrst oﬃcial 100K endurance run in China. Go cheer them on. 4.30am (100km), 9am (50km), 10.30am (10km). Start from Ming Tombs Reservoir Platform near Juyongguan Great Wall.

LIVING Hands-on: Tying Bracelet Knots Work out your own auspicious knots for home décor or accessories. RMB 150. 24.30pm. CCC (6432 9341)

For their third anniversary, you can get three books for bringing in just one. Free. 2-6pm. Sequoia Bakery and Café (6501 5503; see Dining directory)

EXPLORE Ecological Farming Experience Learn about the development of ecological farming in China, and get hands-on experience in the ﬁeld. Cost includes lunch, snacks, water, transportation, guides, and souvenirs. RMB 350, RMB 290 (children under 16). 9am. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648) www.90percenttravel.com A Trip to Beijing World Park Experience the skyscrapers of Manhattan, the pyramids of Cairo, and the Taj Mahal, all just outside the Fourth Ring Road. Meet at Exit A of the Wukesong subway stop. RMB 65-100 (plus taxi fare from subway). 1pm. AsiaObscura.com (asiaobscura@gmail.com) www.asiaobscura.com

MAY 7- 8 MUSIC Ditan Park Music Festival The biggest annual gathering of China’s folksters. Lineup includes the legendary Xiao He, Shanren, Travelers and many more. Tickets at 6403 0513. RMB 80 (per day), RMB 60 (per day, advance purchase), RMB 120 (two days). 3.30-9.30pm. Ditan Park (6421 4657)

MAY 8

Beijing Book Swap: 3-for-1

MAY 2011

EVENTS (members). 4pm. BC MOMA (8438 8258) Film: Deep in the Clouds See May 1.

SPORT F1 Turkish Grand Prix Istanbul hosts fast cars. Time TBD.

LIVING Tea Market Tour to Maliandao Taste and shop for teas at Beijing’s largest wholesale tea market. RMB 250 (includes lunch). 10am-3pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

EXPLORE

MAY 19: THE BEIJINGER 2011 READER BAR & CLUB AWARDS Who’ll win this year?

DINING

MAY 9

360° Mother’s Day Brunch Decorate a cookie for your mother and enjoy the best homemade ice cream in town. RMB 298-368+15%. 11.30am-3pm. 360°, Hilton Beijing Capital Airport (6458 8888)

Caviar, live seafood, tartare stations, makeyour-own sushi rolls, teppanyaki ice cream and much more. RMB 398+15% (includes free ﬂow of Pommery Pop champagne), RMB 148+15% (kids younger than 12), free (kids under 6). 11.30am-3pm. Senses, Westin Financial Street (6629 7810)

Brunch Buffet An international feast for Mother’s Day. RMB 328+15% (includes soft drinks). 10am3pm. Beijing Bistro, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast (5927 8888)

Mother’s Day Sparkling Celebration Chef Paulo’s contemporary cuisine with free-ﬂow sparkling wine to toast mothers. RMB 200-388. Noon-3pm. SALT (6437 8457)

Buona Festa della Mamma Lunch with Italian ﬂair. Antipasti buﬀet, hearty main courses including carved roasts, and luscious desserts. RMB 488+15%. 11.30-2.30pm. Cepe, Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street (6629 6996)

One East Sunday Special Mother’s Day edition of the popular roast lunch. Prime beef rib cut tableside with all the trimmings, plus traditional desserts. RMB 198+15%, RMB 98+15% extra for wine buﬀet. Noon-3pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030)

FIZZtastic Mother’s Day Let mom sit back and relax with a luxurious champagne brunch, featuring plenty of seafood and other treats. RMB 388+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Vasco’s, Hilton Wangfujing (5812 8888 ext 8411) Mother’s Day Brunch at Aroma Dishes from all over the world for moms with international tastes. RMB 498+15% (includes free-flow champagne). 11.30 am-3pm. Aroma, Ritz-Carlton Beijing (5908 8777) Mother’s Day Brunch at BLD Mothers who buy organic will love this healthy brunch – and maybe a glass of Veuve Clicquot champagne for a touch of indulgence. Win flights to Sydney and a Marriott hotel stay in the lucky draw. RMB 368+15% (includes free-flow champagne), RMB 268+15% (includes wine and beer). 11.30am-3pm. BLD Cafe (5863 8223) Mother’s Day Brunch at Hopfenstube Say “Danke” to Mutti with a country-style brunch and free-flow beer. RMB 288, free (kids under 12). 11am-2pm. Hopfenstube (5909 6683) Mother’s Day Brunch at Sureño A hearty Mediterranean Mother’s Day brunch. All mothers dine for free. RMB 588+15% (includes one glass of champagne). Time TBD. Sureño, The Opposite House (6410 5240) Mother’s Day Brunch at Terra A five-course feast for mum. Price varies according to what you want to drink. From RMB 218 (includes free glass of bubbly for mothers). 11am-4pm. Terra (6591 9148) Mother’s Day Celebration

MAY 2011

Rural Village Tour Visit an authentic village near the Erdaoguan Pass section of the Great Wall. Cost includes lunch and transportation. RMB 250, RMB 150 (children under 12). 9.30am. CCC (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter. org

Pink Bubbalicious - A Mother’s Day Special Treat your mother and help support the work of the China Breast Cancer Foundation - part of the proceeds from the brunch will be donated to the CBCF. RMB 368+15% (free-flow soft drinks), RMB 398+15% (freeflow wine and beer), RMB 428+15% (freeflow champagne). 11.30am-3.30pm. Level 2, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880)

BARS & CLUBS Move On Up Launch Party Tunes on the roof with Bitesize Buddha. Free. 3pm-late. Migas (5208 6061)

STYLE Lily’s Antiques Charity Auction & Fashion Show An auction, fashion show, live performances, exhibitions and workshops kick oﬀ the oﬃcial openings of Lily’s Museum Collection and Belita Jewelry stall. Earnings go to charity. Register at www.lilysantiques. com/0805. Free. 2-7.30pm. Lily’s Antiques (150 1112 1529) Mom’s Luxurious Spa Experience Treat your mom to a luxe spa package for Mother’s Day. Reserve at 6629 6907. RMB 1,388. 9am-midnight. The Ritz-Carlton Beijing (6601 6666)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Dam Street One of Li Yu’s earlier works. See what she was made of pre-Buddha Mountain. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students and seniors), RMB 25

ARTS & CULTURE Book Club: Pedro Paramo by Juan Rulfo The Book Smugglers go Mexican surrealist this month with a short novel about a dying town. For a copy of the book, contact Lauren at lauren@abandonthecube.com. Free. 8.30pm. The Smuggler’s (138 0107 1230; see Nightlight directory)

MAY 10 LIVING Global Kitchen: Southeast Asian Cuisine Three diﬀerent dishes from three diﬀerent types of cuisine (Malaysian, Vietnamese, Thai). RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 7.159.15pm. The Hutong (6404 3355) Guide to Macrobiotic Cuisine For those who love wholesome foods. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 10am-noon. The Hutong (6404 3355) Talk: China’s Rural-Urban Migrant Workers The history of migrant workers, their plight and their hopeful way out. RMB 60. 10amnoon. CCC (6432 9341)

MAY 11 MUSIC Bob Marley Day China’s best reggae band, Long Shen Dao, performs live, followed by a DJ session. RMB 80, RMB 50 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) The Chariot US hardcore rockers invade. Time TBD. Price TBD. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Blackwater Genuine Irish tunes. Free. 9.30pm. Salud, Nanluogu Xiang (6402 5086)

LIVING Entrepreneurs and Investors Networking Night Investment opportunities galore here. Register online at www.jasmine-beijing. com. RMB 100 (includes drink), RMB 50 (advance). 7.30pm. Punk (6410 5222; see Nightlife directory)

Global Kitchen: Thai Cuisine Master classics like pad thai and curries. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 10amnoon. The Hutong (6404 3355) Photography Talk with Peter Carney Get tips on how to take better photographs of people. No camera needed. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 35. 7.30-8.30pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

EXPLORE Royal Canal Boat Tour to the Summer Palace Take a unique boat ride and walking tour of historical sights and everyday life in Beijing. Cost includes boat charter, all tickets, snacks, drinks, and guide. RMB 250, RMB 180 (children 5-11). 9am. CCC (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

MAY 12 BARS & CLUBS The Beach Opening Party DJs Mo, Chozie, Juliana and Max reopen Beijing’s best sandpit. Free. 7pm. The Beach (135 2188 2889)

MUSIC Noisey Night Noisey.com’s launch party. P.K. 14, Hedgehog and The Oﬀset: Spectacles come to celebrate. Email Beijing@noisey.com to get free tickets. Move fast - they’re only giving away 600 tickets. 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

ARTS & CULTURE Opera: Tosca Puccini’s tale of love and political conspiracy. RMB 180-800. 7.30pm. NCPA Opera House (6655 0000)

LIVING Info Session: Departing from China with Pets Everything you need to know about taking your pets overseas. RSVP by May 12 to icvs_china@yahoo.com. Free. 11am-noon. ICVS (8456 1939/40/41)

MAY 13 BARS & CLUBS The Beach Opening Party See May 12. Eclectic Electric DJ D-N blows the doors open on the weekend. Free. 10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239) Eddie’s Night Eddie Lv and Ou Yang play electronica. Free. 10pm. Kokomo (6413 1019) Heatwave Electro-house with Oshi and Tnem. Price TBD. 11pm. Club EZ (no tel) Robert Hood Science of Sounds welcomes the Detroit minimal techno star’s return. RMB 100. 10pm. Link Star (8590 7430) X.L.F. & Friends Acupuncture stalwart gets his mates over for a techno party. RMB 50, free (ladies). 10pm. The House (6552 6661)

MUSIC Burns Guitar Night Beijing bands show oﬀ their skills with Burns guitars. RMB 40, RMB 30 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

Candy Monster, Steely Heart, Jacky Danny, Me Guan Me A decent rock night out. RMB 50. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Egil Olsen He’s a singer/songwriter/poet. So eccentric and dreamy. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance). 8.30pm. The One (5914 8087) Wu Hongfei & Happy Avenue Tsinghua girl Wu Hongfei takes her rock band to Gulou Dongdajie. RMB 60, RMB 50 (advance). 9pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Veronique Truffo Trio French trio infuses bossa nova with samba energy. RMB 50. 9.45pm. V.A. Cafe & Bar (5844 3638)

ARTS & CULTURE Opera: Tosca See May 12.

Olivier Roussel Duet Modern jazz, original compositions. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050) Purple Smog, The Flying Mantas Beijing’s favorite Hendrix cover band will be joined by crazy punkheads. Free. 9pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868) Silver Apples The New York legend takes you on a trip through psychedelic rock, electronic rock, disco, hip-pop, synth-pop, drum & bass, techno, and everything in between. Support from Soviet Pop and The Oﬀset: Spectacles. RMB 200, RMB 150 (advance). 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711)

Full-Day Photography Workshop with Peter Carney Shooting and editing sessions in the surrounding hutongs. SLR needed. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 500. 10am6pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Kitchenware percussion, pantomime, acrobatics and slapstick comedy. And no words. See why Korea’s longest-running musical is earning accolades around the world. RMB 100-680. Poly Theatre (6500 1188)

Global Kitchen: Caribbean Cuisine A variation of African food with exotic spices and stunning ﬂavors. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 10am-noon. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Film: Dam Street See May 8.

Global Kitchen: Indian Cuisine All spices, curries and deliciousness. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 2-4pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

ARTS & CULTURE Affordable Art Beijing Find exciting new Chinese contemporary art without record-breaking price tags.

EXPLORE Royal Jade River Exploration Explore ancient cultural relics on a guided walk. RMB 60 (includes entry fees).

THREE TO SEE

SPORT

ARTS & CULTURE

Beijing Ladies Golf Drink for Pink Join the lady golfers for wine and ﬁnger food. To register, email beijingladiesgolf@gmail.com before May 11. RMB 300, RMB 200 (advance). 6.308.30pm. Embassy House. Full details at www.beijingladiesgolf.org.

LIVING

EXPLORE Silver Mountain and Pagoda Forest Hike Hike to one of Beijing’s best scenic spots and admire the historic Buddhist stupas. Cost includes guides, transportation, drinks and snacks. RMB 250, RMB 150 (children under 12). 9.30am. CCC (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

Let’s Get Mojitoed! Buy-one-get-one-free on everyone’s favorite minty drink. Free. 9pm-1am. Scarlett (6552 3600)

Wasabi Sound Night Shen Yue, Lupen and Liu Yan bring spicy electronic sounds. Free. 10pm. Kokomo (6413 1019)

MUSIC Echo When traditional Chinese music meets psychedelic rock. RMB 30. 9.45pm. V.A. Cafe & Bar (5844 3638) Girl Kill Girl, CAssette, N.M.L.K., Androsace Punk girl Gia vies to outdo the other noisemakers. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Hurts Depeche Mode + Take That? That’s what they say about Hurts. RMB 480, RMB 380 (advance). Time TBD. Tango (6551 9988)

Summer Cinema: Some Like it Hot Electric Shadows kicks oﬀ its summer series with the classic screwball comedy starring Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507)

Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy Leave with a better understanding of Chinese philology and your own work in hand. Reserve at contact@cultureyard. net. RMB 120. 10am-1pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Hard Rock Calling Grand Prize Draw Order a Stella Artois or spend over RMB 200 in Hard Rock anytime before May 14 to be entered in the draw for an allexpenses paid trip to London for the 40th Anniversary Hard Rock Calling festival on Jun 24-26. A free beer tonight for the ﬁrst 100 readers to declare: “Rock your way to London, Hyde Park!“ Free. 6-9pm. Hard Rock Cafe (6590 6688 ext 2571)

The Rite of the Crows Or psytrance, as it’s more commonly known. DJs VOnE, Dust and Fugui get trippy. RMB 60, RMB 50 (students). 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

Opera: Tosca See May 12.

SPORT

BARS & CLUBS

P.E. - Physical Education Gym class as Patrick Yu and ELVIS.T teach you how to move. RMB 50, free (ladies). 10pm. The House (6552 6661)

Misinterprotato Soak in this jazz trio’s avant-garde sounds, then ask them about their name. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance), RMB 200 (VIP). 8pm. The One (5914 8087)

Beijing Guoan vs. Qingdao Zhongneng May the greens make their home fellas proud. Tickets at Piao5.com and 5165 7563 or Workers’ Stadium. RMB 30-100. 7.30pm. Workers’ Stadium (6501 6655)

MAY 14

Midnite Clash DJ Raﬁk and DJ Yao play the tunes, with support from Saul D. RMB 50, free (before 11pm). 10pm. Punk (6410 5222)

Film: Thomas Mao See May 6.

MAY 8: ELECTRIC SHADOWS LITERARY SHORTS

A second chance at the films curated for The Bookworm Festival.

MAY 15: MISINTERPROTATO

Drums. Piano. Strings. We brings ... melody. See photo, above.

MAY 25: BALLET: ROMEO & JULIET Leaps and bounds.

Free. 10am-6pm. 798 Space (5978 9180) Film: Thomas Mao See May 6. Opera: Tosca See May 12. Piano: Leslie Howard The Liszt-master celebrates the 200th anniversary of the famous virtuoso’s birthday. RMB 80-580. Time TBD. Forbidden City Concert Hall (6559 8285)

SPORT Football FA Cup Final Watch Manchester City take on Stoke City at Wembley. Time TBD.

LIVING Cooking Class: Longevity Peach & Shaomai Delicious snacks eaten during holiday celebrations. RMB 150, RMB 120 (children under 12). 10am-noon. CCC (6432 9341)

Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648) www.90percenttravel.com

MAY 15 MUSIC Joe’s Heart, Heart Chaped Box, Flaxen Wheat, Red Eyes University bands rock you in various styles. RMB 50, RMB 40 (advance, students). 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) The Morlocks “You’re going to need lots of cold beers and some dry towels.” Says the legendary garage band. Me Guan Me joins in. RMB 50. 9pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Affordable Art Beijing See May 14. Comedy Performance: NANTA Cookin’

Trekking in Minya Konka (Mount Gongga) Until May 25. Embark on a fully supported trek through the glacial terrain outside of Chengdu to the base camp of Minya Konka. RMB 7100. Shangrila Adventure (+28 8508 2770) www.shangrila-adventure.com

MAY 17 LIVING INN Coffee Morning – Sanlitun Meet people who live nearby. Free. 10amnoon. The Bookworm (6586 9507; see Nightlife directory) Cooking Class: Hand-Pulled Noodles & Dumplings Learn how to turn a clump of dough into thin “longevity” noodles. RMB 200, RMB 150 (children under 12). 6.30-8.30pm. CCC (6432 9341)

MAY 18 MUSIC David Moser, Tobi and Haitao In the mood for some groovy tunes? Free. 7.30pm. Purple Haze Courtyard (6501 9345)

MAY 2011

EVENTS ARTS & CULTURE Film: Deep in the Clouds See May 1.

LIVING Chinese Kitchen: Vegetarian Covers the classic meatless dishes as well as “meat” dishes with a vegetarian twist. RMB 240, RMB 200 (members). 10amnoon. The Hutong (6404 3355) INN Coffee Morning – Liangmaqiao See May 17. Grand Summit Starbucks (8532 2208) Introduction to Tea Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about tea. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 50, RMB 40 (advance). 7.30-9.30pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166) Singles Mixer Looking for love in all the wrong places? Find your perfect match here. RMB 248 (includes drinks and canapés). 7pm. Terra (6591 9148; see Dining directory)

weekend of partying. RMB 50, free (ladies). 10pm. The House (6552 6661) Funk*Fever Beijing’s funkiest DJs and drummer get down. Free. 10pm-late. Migas (5208 6061) Red Carpet Party like a Hollywood star, with fast cars, models and champagne. Dress code: Cannes Film Festival. RMB 100. 10pm. Suzie Wong’s (6500 3377)

MUSIC Arrows Made of Desire, The Ghost Spardac, The Amazing Insurance Salesmen A mixed night of indie pop, hardcore punk and experimental rock. RMB 40. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Brazzaville Bossa nova from Spain. RMB 150, RMB 120 (advance). 8.30pm. The One (5914 8087)

two days’ time. At the kick-oﬀ, you’ll be assigned a prop, one line of dialogue, a character and a genre. Register online at www.48hourﬁlm.com/beijing or call Selim Oulmekki at 186 1006 4420 for more info. RMB 500. 7pm. Workers’ Gymnasium (6501 6300) Andrea Bocelli China’s most beloved tenor is coming back to town, armed with a huge repertoire of operatic favorites. RMB 180-6,629. 7.30pm. National Indoor Stadium Film: Deep in the Clouds See May 1. Members who buy one ticket will get a companion’s ticket free.

SPORT Beijing Ladies Golf Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament Tee up with the ladies in their annual charity tournament to ﬁght breast cancer. Wear pink or pay a RMB 100 ﬁne. Fee includes

THREE TO SEE

the Beijinger 2011 Reader Bar & Club Awards Ceremony Find out which bars you collectively love the best. Rock queen Helen Feng hosts, guest DJ Gaby Dershin and others spin the tunes. Free-ﬂow drinks until midnight. RMB 100 (general public, after 9pm), free (VIP invite only). 6pm-3am. Tango (6551 9988)

ChART: The Mixology of Art & People Art from around China is on display, with discounts on cocktails from a specially created drink list, and prizes to be won. RMB 100 (includes one cocktail). 7-9pm. Q Bar (6595 9239; see Nightlife directory)

LIVING INN Coffee Morning – Shunyi See May 17. Mrs Shanen’s Bagels (8046 4301; see Dining directory)

MAY 20 BARS & CLUBS Eddie’s Night Eddie Lv invites X. Lee and Azat around for electronica. Free. 10pm. Kokomo (6413 1019) Hot Pot DJ Wordy and Soulspeak’s monthly crowdpleaser. RMB 50, free (before 11pm). 10pm. Punk (6410 5222) INTRO 2011 Warm-up Party Limber up with Acupuncture for a

MAY 2011

Wasabi Sound Night El-Mar, Sean C and Eric Lee get you dancing. Free. 10pm. Kokomo (6413 1019)

MUSIC Dafay & Skyscraper Beijing described in simple lyrics and music. RMB 40. 9.45pm. V.A. Cafe & Bar (5844 3638)

The Ah-Q Jazz Arkestra An eclectic mix of jazz, funk and Latin. Free. 8pm. The Bookworm (6503 2050) Your Favorite Enemies Canadian alternative band YFE is proof that DIY is no impediment to fame. See Livehouse, p42. Price TBD. 9pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

Burns Guitar Old School Night Classic Beatles’ tunes and Jimmy Hendrix riﬀs revived with a dash of punk. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

ARTS & CULTURE

Rynostock Shunyi’s annual rock-fest. RMB 50 (donation to Care For Children). 12.30pm-late. Pomme O’Shea’s (8046 2558)

Red Pirates, Nakoma ’70s rock and hard rock. Free. 9pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868).

MUSIC

Xia Jia Jazz Quartet Have a night of proper jazz. RMB 40. 9.45pm. V.A. Cafe & Bar (5844 3638)

Stop Light Party Standard drinks RMB 25; RMB 35 for standard cocktails. Free. 9pm. Scarlett (6552 3600)

No Words, Temper Tantrum, Soju Legion, Trash Cat Wudaokou’s punk routine continues. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

BARS & CLUBS

Hanggai, Christian Zehnder Trio Yodeling vs. khoomei … Swiss throatsinger Christian Zehnder comes to challenge Hanggai. RMB 60. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

INTRO 2011 After Party@Tango Donald Summer, Liman, A.M.U., Bitesize Buddha and others keep the party. RMB 150, RMB 100 (with INTRO ticket stub). Midnight-late. Tango (6551 9988)

DH & Chinese Hellcats, Skarving, The Flying Mantas, The Clamps Swing it up, punk it out and surf away. RMB 60. 10pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998)

LIVE MUSIC

MAY 19

(6552 6661)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Thomas Mao See May 6.

APR 30-MAY 2: D-22’S 5TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY “Happy Birthday” to Beijing’s most punk-friendly club.

MAY 7-8: DITAN PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL

The biggest annual gathering of China’s folksters.

MAY 14: HURTS

Depeche Mode + Take That? That’s what they say about Hurts. See photo, above. Flyx, Mr. Graceless, Poshangcun Meet Beijing’s young guitar talents. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Modern Sky 6 Local label Modern Sky releases their sixth collection. Bigger Bang, Me Guan Me, Streets Kill Strange Animals will be there to cheer. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance). 9.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Perdel, Me Guan Me, Jackey Danny, Gao Shan, Maoyi Ge Rock, punk and metal - plus a sense of humor. RMB 60, RMB 50 (students), RMB 99 (per couple). 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) The Hot Club of Beijing Echoes of Django Reinhardt’s Hot Club de France in the ’30s. RMB 30. 9.45pm. V.A. Cafe & Bar (5844 3638)

ARTS & CULTURE 48 Hour Film Project Grab some friends and make a ﬁlm in

caddie and lunch. To register, email beijingladiesgolf@gmail.com before May 15. RMB 800, RMB 700 (members). 8.30am. Tianan Golf Club. Full details at www. beijingladiesgolf.org.

LIVING INN Trekkie Explore the secret gems of Beijing and make new friends. RSVP by May 18 to innbeijing@hotmail.com. Free. 9.30am2pm. The Drum and Bell Tower

MAY 21 BARS & CLUBS Git Some! David Mitchell plays everything from deep soul to hip-hop. Free. 10pm. Q Bar (6595 9239) INTRO 2011 After Party@The House The outdoor action is over for the day; the party’s just begun. RMB 150, RMB 100 (with INTRO ticket stub). 10pm. The House

Films: Herakles, La Soufrière, Lessons of Darkness The UCCA’s series on Werner Herzog’s groundbreaking documentaries starts with a Greek hero, a volcano and postGulf War oil ﬁelds. Look for other Herzog ﬁlms on May 22 & 29. Free (reservations required; call Tue-Fri, 11am-6pm). 6.30pm. UCCA (8459 9269)

LIVING Global Kitchen: Pakistani Cuisine You’ll be turning out spicy curries and naan in no time. RMB 250, RMB 230 (members). 10am-noon. The Hutong (6404 3355) Guide to Macrobiotic Cuisine See May 10. 2-4pm. Peking Opera Workshop Professional actors introduce you to the history, complexities and subtleties of this famous art form. RMB 150. 2-4pm. CCC (6432 9341) Trap-Neuter-Return Workshop The only humane and eﬀective method to control the stray cat populations. RSVP by May 18 to icvs_china@yahoo.com. Free. 11am-12.30pm. ICVS (8456 1939/40/41)

EXPLORE “Iron and Boiling Water” Great Wall Hike An informative Great Wall hike with wildﬂowers and a lake view. Cost includes

guide, lunch, water, snacks, transportation, and insurance. RMB 330, RMB 290 (children under 16). 9am. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648) www.90percenttravel.com Journey to Turkmenistan Until May 28. A cultural adventure to Turkmenistan, featuring the capital Ashgabat, the Caspian Sea port Turkmenbashi, the Darvaza gas crater, and more. EUR 1,200. Koryo Tours (6416 7544) www.koryogroup. com

MAY 21-22 BARS & CLUBS

SPORT F1 Spanish Grand Prix Will Fernando Alonso win on home soil? Time TBD.

LIVING Chinese Weiqi Workshop Master the Chinese board game played by the intelligentsia throughout history. RMB 80. 10am-noon. CCC (6432 9341) Mahjong Workshop: Part 1 You’ll soon play as the locals do. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 140 (two sessions). 10am-1pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

INTRO 2011 Electronic Music Festival Acupuncture Records and guests (including electronic legend Josh Wink) turn Tongzhou on to techno for a weekend of dancing outdoors. Full lineup and ticket details at www.acupuncture-records.com. See Clubhouse, p39. RMB 220 (advance, 2-day pass), RMB 150 (advance, 1-day pass), RMB 200 (door, 1-day pass). 1-10pm. Tongzhou Canal Park (8952 3044)

Speed Dating Chat with prospects for six minutes, then move on to another person. RSVP at www. ﬁshbowlevents.com. RMB 150 (includes a drink and appetizers). 7pm. Location TBD

SPORT

Colonial Architecture Tour of Tianjin Join an expert-guided tour of our eastern neighbor’s impressive architectural heritage. Cost includes train, transportation in Tianjin and lunch. RMB 580, RMB 450 (children under 12). 8.30am. CCC (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org

China Nationals The biggest Ultimate Frisbee tournament in China. Register a team, come for the party or just swing by for some beer. Contact anthonytao13@gmail.com. Full details at www.zhongguofeipan.com.

MAY 22 DINING 6th Annual Spring Green T. Tasting Sample the latest harvest and enjoy various performances throughout the afternoon. RSVP essential; email t.tasting@green-t-house.com. Free. 35pm. Green T. House Living (136 0113 7132, 136 0113 7232)

MUSIC Spring & Autumn Beijing’s metal giant goes acoustic. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 9pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Toreador Local gothic band shows you how dark their souls are. RMB 50. 7.30pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Dam Street See May 8. Film: Thomas Mao See May 6. Films: Wodaabe - Herdsmen of the Sun, Bells from the Deep This double feature visits the Saharan Wodaabe tribe and Russian mysticism. See May 21 & 29 for other Herzog ﬁlms. Free (reservations required; call Tue-Fri, 11am6pm). 6.30pm. UCCA (8459 9269) Food, Film & Friends: Beijing Classic lao Beijing dishes followed by a screening of Red Light Revolution, with aphrodisiac drinks and director Q&A. RMB 240 (non-members), RMB 200 (members), RMB 35 (screening only). 5pm (cooking), 7.30pm (screening). The Hutong (159 0104 6127; see Living directory) Stage: Love, Sex, and the IRS Beijing Playhouse hosts an unstaged readthrough of this play about two men feigning marriage to dodge taxes. Free. 6:30pm. Trojan House Theater (5711 0860)

Tea Market Tour to Maliandao See May 8.

EXPLORE

MAY 23 BARS & CLUBS

MAY 28: BEIJING’S NEXT TOP MODEL 2011 If you’ve got it, flaunt it.

The National Ballet of China reprises their take on the femme socialist ballet. RMB 801080. 7.30pm. Poly Theatre (6500 1188)

Local heroes Eddie Lv , Mickey Zhang and Ou Yang play house, techno and more. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222)

Film: Deep in the Clouds See May 1. Members who buy one ticket will get a companion’s ticket free.

Moonlighting Scene veterans Patrick Yu and Usami get the party started on the rooftop. Free. 10pm. Migas (5208 6061)

LIVING Wine Tour of the World: USA Enhance your knowledge of American wine. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 150, RMB 120 (advance). 7.30-10pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

MAY 26

INTRO 2011 Appreciation Party OK, you can start to chill out now. Price TBD. 9pm. The House (6552 6661)

LIVING Chinese Kitchen: Vegetarian See May 18. 2-4pm.

MAY 24 LIVING Global Kitchen: Indian Cuisine See May 14. Global Kitchen: Pakistani Cuisine See May 21.

MAY 25 MUSIC Deﬁled Japanese technical brutal metal band takes over Gulou Dongdajie. Joined by thrash metal group Explosicum and death metal Chaotic Aeon. RMB 100, RMB 80 (advance). 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) No Name Trio Ease your nerves with gypsy jazz. Free. 7.30pm. Purple Haze Courtyard (6501 9345) Pierre Pradat Trio Instrumental modern jazz in Nanluogu Xiang. Free. 9.30pm. Salud, Nanluogu Xiang (6402 5086)

ARTS & CULTURE Ballet: Romeo & Juliet Italy’s Balletto di Roma, known for excellent technique and innovative choreography, performs the greatest pre-pubescent romance of all time. RMB 100-680. 7.30pm. NCPA Opera House (6655 0000) Ballet: Red Detachment of Women

DINING Cos d’Estournel Wine Dinner Six-course dinner paired with ﬁne wines. RMB 1,888. China Grill (8567 1838) Terroir Nights Chef Paulo’s ﬁve-course degustation menu paired with wines from The Wine Republic. RMB 418. 7pm. Terra (6591 9148)

MUSIC Beetle Bastion, Power Powder, Tiger Uppercut, Vital Time Check out Beijing’s new rock powers. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 9pm. D-22 (6265 3177) Folk Girls Night Five Chinese girls present acoustic sounds. RMB 50, RMB 40 (advance). MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

ARTS & CULTURE Ballet: Romeo & Juliet See May 25. Ballet: Red Detachment of Women See May 25.

LIVING INN Coffee Morning – Lido See May 17. Maan Coﬀee (8457 3470; see Dining directory)

MAY 27 BARS & CLUBS DJ Wordy CD Release Party Beijing hip-hop’s leading man drops his new album. Price and time TBD. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Infused

Wasabi Sound Night Yang Bing joins the Wasabi Sounds boys. Free. 10pm. Kokomo (6413 1019) Whale! Indie and electronica meet. Free. 10pm. School (6402 8881)

MUSIC 2 Kolegas’ Sixth Anniversary (Day 1) Celebrate with punk Subs, folk rock Buyi and endless beats to dance to. RMB 60. 9pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Mademoiselle et son Orchestre Swing with the gypsy jazz beats. RMB 40. 9.45pm. V.A. Cafe & Bar (5844 3638) Not There, Power Powder A funk base merged with jazz guitar riﬀs. Free. 9pm. Hot Cat Club (6400 7868) Phoenix Prestige Hangzhou’s laowai punk band experiments in Beijing. Glow Curve and Streets Kill Strange Animals join in. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE Ballet: Red Detachment of Women See May 25.

LIVING Beijing & Tianjin Marriott International Hotels Charity Golf Tournament Play to win on an 18-hole championship golf course. All proceeds benefit Operation Smile (see Living Q&A). Call Patrick at 134 0108 8173 for more info. RMB 1,288. 9.45am-7.45pm (includes cocktail reception and BBQ dinner). Citee Golf Club (8459 1788/5288; see Sports directory) T-shirt & Jeans Networking Event Sip on great wine and meet new friends in the first “hutong-style” informal networking event. Reserve at contact@cultureyard. net. RMB 120 (includes finger food and five different wines to taste), RMB 100 (advance). Culture Yard (8404 4166)

MAY 28 BARS & CLUBS Eddie’s Night

MAY 2011

EVENTS MAO Livehouse (6402 5080)

ARTS & CULTURE Book Club: The Haraﬁsh by Naguib Mahfouz Meet to discuss this tale of the al-Nagi family and its fall from prominence. Mahfouz won the 1988 Nobel Prize for Literature. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507) Film: Dam Street See May 8. Film: Wheel of Time The Werner Herzog documentary series ends with his recent exploration of Tibetan Buddhism. See May 21 & 22 for other Herzog ﬁlms. Free (reservations required; call Tue-Fri, 11am-6pm). 6.30pm. UCCA (8459 9269)

SPORT F1 Monaco Grand Prix Monte Carlo or bust. Time TBD.

MAY 14: SILVER APPLES

LIVING

The New York legend takes you to the roots of electronic music. Electronica with Eddie Lv, Dio and Kora X. Free. 10pm. Kokomo (6413 1019) Riviera Events Night DJ Maxwell on the decks. Free. 9pm. Scarlett (6552 3600) Section 6 The monthly hip-hop party returns. Price TBD. 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) Science Label One Year Tour Science of Sounds in command. RMB 50. 10pm. The House (6552 6661) Spirit It Cocktail Class Learn to mix well. This month, drinks featuring Belvedere Vodka. Email bobspirit. it@gmail.com for more information and reservations. Price TBD. 6.30-8.30pm. Venue TBD

MUSIC 2 Kolegas’ Sixth Anniversary (Day 2) Free The Birds, DH & Hellcats heat up the party. You can dance, you can swing, you can rock & roll. RMB 60. 9pm. 2 Kolegas (6436 8998) Liang Jun & Henry Jazz Quintet A night of easy jazz. RMB 30. 9.45pm. V.A. Cafe & Bar (5844 3638) Rock For Kids Celebrate Children’s Day with local rock bands. Don’t bring the kids, though. Free. 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) Syringe, Little Fast Hand, Summer Tribe, Zebra Run! Punk rock goes poppy. RMB 50, RMB 40 (students). 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

STYLE Beijing’s Next Top Model 2011 If you think you have what it takes, strut your stuﬀ on Toni & Guy Hilton’s illuminated catwalk and after-party. Finalists will win a year of free hairstyling. To sign up, email missscarlet111@yahoo.co.uk before May 20 with your picture and personal details (including measurements and height). Free. Time TBA. Zeta Bar (5865 5050; see Nightlife Directory)

ARTS & CULTURE Film: Thomas Mao See May 6. 8.30pm.

SPORT Football Champions League Final The showpiece event of European football.

MAY 2011

Manchester United or Schalke 04 take on Barcelona or Real Madrid at Wembley. 2.45am.

LIVING Hands-on: Chinese Applique Stitch multicolored fabrics into a nice Chinese picture. RMB 150. 2-5pm. CCC (6432 9341) Rotary Ball 2011 Dinner reception with live entertainment and cocktails. All proceeds go to Heart to Heart charity. To reserve tickets or donate auction items, email rotaryball@rotaryclub-beijing.org. RMB 1,000. 6.30pm. Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8888)

EXPLORE Camping on the Jinshanling Great Wall Until May 29. Sleep under the stars on the Great Wall, or in a tent on one of the centuries-old guard towers. Cost includes transportation, all meals, and tickets. RMB 1,200, RMB 850 (children 5-11). 3pm. CCC (6432 9341) www.chinaculturecenter.org The Top Thirteen Snacks of Old Beijing Sample Beijing’s favorite snacks, from royal treats to street food. RMB 190, RMB 170 (children under 16). 1.30pm. Ninety Percent Travel (151 1791 6648) www.90percenttravel.com

Cooking Class: Hand-Pulled Noodles & Dumplings See May 17. 6-8pm. Mahjong Workshop: Part 2 See May 22.

MAY 30 SPORT Beijing Guoan vs. Shenzhen Ruby Jaime Pacheco’s Guoan hosts Philip Troussier’s Ruby. Tickets at Piao5.com and 5165 7563 or Workers’ Stadium. RMB 30-100. 7.30pm. Workers’ Stadium (6501 6655)

LIVING INN Monthly Meeting: Looking Good & Feeling Great in Beijing Beauty stylists and fashion consultants will provide tips on creating a fresh look or complete makeover. RMB 50 (includes coﬀee, tea and pastries). 10am-noon. The Capital Club (8486 2225 ext 136)

MAY 31 LIVING INN Night Out! Meet other newcomers to trade raucous stories about the capital. RSVP by May 29 to innbeijing@hotmail.com. Free. 7-9pm. Location TBD

MAY 29

MONDAYS

BARS & CLUBS

DINING

Neon Launch Party Belgian disco duo Mustang blow up The M Agency’s new rooftop party for the last Sunday of every month. Free. 3pm-late. Migas (5208 6061) Sundays On Top Patrick Yu and the gang return for another summer of music, BBQ and good times. Free. 4pm-late. Kokomo (6413 1019)

MUSIC Bai Mianbao, Wanderlust American dude rocks out, Chinese geeks do musical experiments. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 9pm. D-22 (6265 3177) EMO Night Multi-Ego, Tookoo and three more bands shows you EMO style. Time TBD, Price TBD.

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

BARS & CLUBS Bookworm Pub Quiz Ask a silly question, get a trivial answer. Win drinks. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507) Hoegaarden Night Half-price Hoegaarden all night, with freeﬂow bar snacks. Free. 7.30pm. Flamme (6417 8608) Hoppy Hour

Buy-one-get-one-free on house-brewed beer all night. Free. 5pm. Hopfenstube (5909 6683) Monday Madness All-day happy hour. Free. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794)

LIVING Chinese Language & Culture Workshop Here’s your chance to learn what you really want to know, i.e. pop music and slang. Reserve @ contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 75, RMB 250 (4 workshops). 7-8.40pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166) Kocoon Yoga Class with Live Music Open to all levels. Enjoy a mixture of Hatha, Ashtanga and pilates to soothing live guitar and chants. Bring your own mat. RSVP at kocooninfo@kocoonspalounge. com. RMB 200. 8-9.15pm. Kocoon (5208 6068; see Style directory)

TUESDAYS DINING Combo Tuesday A bottle of house wine plus a platter of cold cuts. RMB 248. 6-10pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880) Steak Night Buy-one-get-one-free on Flamme’s house steak. Free. Flamme (6417 8608) Temptation Tuesdays Drinks on Tuesday? Why not? Enjoy your favorite wines at 30% oﬀ. Modo (6415 7207)

BARS & CLUBS Irish Volunteer Quiz Who, what, why? RMB 10 per person. 7pm. The Irish Volunteer (6438 5581) Mundo Latino x Magic Tequila Latin music. Tequila shots for RMB 30, five bottles of Corona for RMB 180. Free. 9pm2am. Xiu (8567 1108) Open Mic Night Because everyone’s got one great song in them. Free. 8.30pm. Paddy O’Shea’s (6415 6389) Quiz Night How many, when and where? Free. 8pm. Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q (6591 9161) Stumble Inn Quiz Night How many beers do you have? 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) Terra-fic Tuesdays Happy hour all night and 20% off all bottles of wine. Free. 5pm. Terra (6591 9148)

MUSIC Jazz Jam Session Jazz lovers gather – maybe you can jam too. Free. 9pm. Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar (6401 4611) Zoomin’ Night A weekly showcase for the pioneering and bizarre. RMB 30, RMB 20 (students). 8pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

ARTS & CULTURE China Through Cinema Shanghai through important works of cinema: Let Jia Zhangke, Chen Kaige and Wang Xiaoshuai take you to our southerly neighbor. Reservation required; contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 25 (includes soft drinks and popcorn). 7pm.

Culture Yard (8404 4166)

SPORT Gaelic Football Learn how to play the game. The ﬁrst session is free for newcomers. RMB 20. 8pm. Meet at the Jianwai Soho football pitches. Volleyball Competitive volleyballers play once a week near Houhai. 7pm. Details at beijing_volleyball@hotmail.com.

LIVING Jeet Kune Do Class Learn to kick ass like Bruce Lee, the founder of this martial art. RMB 120, RMB 400 (8 classes). 6.30-8.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

WEDNESDAYS DINING Ladies’ Night Buy-one-get-one-free cocktails. Free. 6pm-midnight. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008) Wine Fever Buy any bottle of wine and enjoy free-ﬂow tapas. RMB 200. 8-10pm. Enoterra (5208 6076)

BARS & CLUBS Divas & Champagne Buy-one-get-one-free on bottles of Moët & Chandon and champagne cocktails. Free. 9pm-midnight. Xiu (8567 1108) Flashdance ’80s Party and Ladies’ Night Michael Jackson, Madonna and free drinks for ladies. Free. 10pm. The House (6552 6661) Lush Pub Quiz How many students does it take to change a light bulb? Come early for a seat. Winners take home a bottle of Jack. Free. 8pm. Lush (8286 3566) Martini & Manhattan Night Half-price on all martinis. Free. 7.30pm. Flamme (6417 8608) Martini Madness Martinis for RMB 20. Free. 9pm-midnight. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794) 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)

MUSIC Groovy Wednesday Nights Soul music from Dominica, Africa, the US, Mongolia and China. Free. Time TBD. Punk (6410 5222) University Rock Night Student bands shoot for the stars. RMB 20, RMB 10. 8pm. D-22 (6265 3177)

STYLE Spa Discount for Teachers 50% discount for Beijing teachers (with work ID) on all treatments except waxing and hair services. Reserve at reservation@aquasalus.cn. SPA Aqua Salus Lucky Street (6501 6639)

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Badminton Shuttlecock shenanigans. 7-10pm. Contact John at johnsk_ho@hotmail.com. Ultimate Frisbee Open pickup sessions have moved outdoors. 8-10 pm. Zhichunlu Fields (southeast exit of Zhichunlu subway station). Contact anthonytao13@gmail.com.

LIVING Chess Nights Hosted by the Beijing Armature Chess Club (BACC). Several sets of international chess available, including Chinese chess and Go. Free. 8pm-late. Souk (6506 7309; see Nightlife directory) Taiji Workshop This type of kung fu will help you strengthen both mind and body. RMB 100, RMB 80 (members). 7-8.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

THURSDAYS DINING Bodega Fever All-you-can-eat tapas for RMB 88, and sangria for RMB 38 a glass. 6-10pm. Scarlett, Hotel G (6587 1578) One Kilo o’ Brisket ‘n Ribs Slow-cooked brisket and ribs, courtesy of Louisiana chef Max Levy. RMB 300 (2-3 people can share). 6pm-midnight. Apothecary (5208 6040) Prime Rib Night Discounts on rotisserie prime ribs. RMB 188-248. 6pm. Flamme (6417 8608) Prime Rib Thursday Enjoy a slow-roasted rib carved tableside with Yorkshire pudding. RMB 288 (includes pint of beer or glass of wine). The Cut, Fairmont Beijing (8507 3630) Spanish Jazz Enjoy live jazz and all-you-can-eat paella and sangria after work. 7.30pm-midnight. RMB 98. Cabare (5905 1760) 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 Dark Tuesdays Buy-one-get-one-free dark beer all night. Free. 5pm. Hopfenstube (5909 6683) Green Cap Quiz Night Where did she go? Free. 7.30pm. The Green Cap (186 1174 7939) Jubbly Bubbly Two-for-one on champagne by the glass. Free. 5pm. Terra (6591 9148)

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

STYLE Spa Discount for Teachers See Wednesdays. Reserve at reservation@aquasalus.cn. Aqua Salus Urban Retreat Sanlitun (6501 2881)

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

Handball All are welcome to come and try the game. Contact Severine at sjeulin@yahoo. Full details at www.handballinchina.org. 7pm. Beijing City International School Beginning Salsa Lessons Heat up the dance ﬂoor at Noche Latina, then enjoy drink specials, guest performances and the best mix of Latin music after your class. Free. 9pm. Scarlet Blue Restaurant & Disco (5905 1908 or 5905 1909)

LIVING Black Sesame Thursday Gourmet Master chefs lead a demonstration with hands-on cooking and lunch. Reservations required at blacksesamekitchen@gmail. com. RMB 250. 11am-1.30pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408) Chinese Landscape Painting Beginner’s Course Try your hand at one of the oldest continuous artistic traditions in the world. RMB 160, RMB 480 (4 classes). CCC (6432 9341)

FRIDAYS DINING Seafood Carnival Dive into king crabs, oysters, lobster, caviar and salmon – have it steamed, fried or roasted to your taste. RMB 368+15% (including beer and wine). 6-10pm. Elements, Hilton Beijing (5865 5020)

BARS & CLUBS Alfa Gay Night Two-for-one drinks before midnight at Beijing’s biggest weekly gay party. Free. 9pm. Alfa (6413 0086) Basement Two-for-one drinks until midnight. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222) Friday Freebies Classic tunes from DJ Tipsy, and free shots on the hour, every hour. Free. 9pm-midnight. The Stumble Inn (6417 7794) House Of Decadence DJ Chozie spins sexy house. Free. 7pm. The Beach (135 2188 2889) 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) TGIF and Saturday All-you-can-drink house-brewed beer. RMB 88. 6.30-9pm. Hopfenstube (5909 6683) Thank God It’s Friday All standard drinks for RMB 25 and standard cocktails for RMB 35 from 6-10pm. Free. 6pm. Scarlett (6552 3600)

MUSIC Spanish Live Music Agus brings Spanish pop music. Free. 9.30pm. Ole Spanish Restaurant (6595 9677; see Dining directory) Quiet Nights Brazilian singer and guitarist Fabão interprets bossa-nova, samba and MPB tunes. Free. 9.30pm. Alanting Live Bar & Café (8571 5168)

SATURDAYS DINING Dim Sum Brunch

All-you-can-eat brunch featuring some of Beijing’s ﬁnest 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 rotated every week. Price TBD. 11.30am-3pm. Sureño, The Opposite House (6410 5240) Taste of Brazil SALT oﬀers Brazil’s national dish, feijoada, a stew of slow-cooked beans and homemade sausage with seasoned rice. RMB 188 (two courses), RMB 218 (three courses), RMB 168 (feijoada, per person). Noon3pm. SALT (6437 8457)

BARS & CLUBS Bang Bitesize Buddha DJs. Free. 10pm. Punk (6410 5222) Flamenco Night “La Perlita de Hunan” is said to be “the best ﬂamenco dancer in China.” Catch her moves tonight. Free. 9.30pm, 10.30pm. Olé! (6595 9677) TGIF and Saturday See Fridays.

MUSIC Liu Yuan Saxophone Quartet China’s jazz forefather keeps the Houhai shores smooth. Free. 10pm. East Shore Live Jazz Cafe (8403 2131) Noise Night Noise makers rock out in Tongzhou every week. Free. 8.30pm. Raying Temple (137 1698 0276)

SPORT Field Hockey Ice hockey minus the ﬁghts and ice. For more info, email bjhockeyclub@hotmail. com. 2pm. Olympic Training Center (6491 2233) Hiking Get out in the great outdoors. Prices and times vary. www.udoadventure.com or 136 1124 1407.

LIVING Black Sesame Saturday Gourmet See Thursdays. RMB 300. 1-4pm. Jeet Kune Do Class See Tuesdays.

SUNDAYS 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, plus traditional desserts. RMB 198+15%, RMB 98+15% extra for wine buﬀet. Noon-3pm. One East, Hilton Beijing (5865 5030)

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EVENTS Pickups for those not involved in the league. Time and venue TBD. See www. mashupasia.com for more. Gaelic Football Learn how to play the game. The ﬁrst session is free for newcomers. RMB 20. 3pm. WAB. Bus leaves from Paddy O’Shea’s at 2.15pm. 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

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Sundays are heating up at the Culture Yard. Aroma Gourmet Brunch Lobster, oysters, foie gras, international cheeses and a Sunday roast. RMB 398+15% (includes unlimited Piper Heidsieck champagne). 11.30am-2.30pm. Aroma, Ritz-Carlton Beijing (5908 8161) Bellini Brunching Free-flow orange, passionfruit, or lychee bellinis and other wines with unlimited orders off their brunch menu. RMB 279, RMB 198 (no alcohol). 11.30am-2.30pm. Fennel (6436 1818) Bubbalicious An array of cold and hot dishes and desserts, along with juice and smoothie stations. A kids’ corner entertains the young’uns. RMB 328-398+15%. 11.30am3.30pm. Seasonal Tastes, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880) Bubbly Sundays Caviar, live seafood, tartare stations, makeyour-own sushi rolls, teppanyaki ice cream and much more. RMB 368+15% (includes free flow of Pommery Pop champagne), RMB 148+15% (kids younger than 12), free (kids under 6). 11.30am-3pm. Senses, Westin Financial Street (6629 7810) Dim Sum Brunch See listings for Saturdays. 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) Italian Sunday Brunch Buffet selection includes seven breads, four cured meats, five Italian cheeses, and four desserts. Hot dishes range from pasta, risotto and spaghetti to monkfish, eggplant terrine and the classic veal shank ossobuco. RMB 248 (buffet), RMB 338 (buffet and hot dishes). 11.30am-3pm. Sadler Ristorante (6559 1399) SALT Bubbly Sundays Try their fig pancakes with Parma ham and truffle honey, or caramelized onion-cheese samosas with a roasted tomato espresso. Pick from the new wine list, splash out with a slightly indulgent cocktail or two or add RMB 130 for free-flow drinking. RMB 168 (two courses), RMB 188 (three courses). SALT (6437 8457) Sunday Champagne Brunch Get your bubbly on at Greenfish’s lavish Sunday brunch featuring pan-fried foie gras, seared beef medallion and grilled lobster served tableside. RMB 348+15%. 11.30am-3pm. Greenfish, Ritz-Carlton

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Financial Street (6601 6666 ext 6255) Sureño Set Sunday Lunch Enjoy a selection of tapas dishes, a soup and one main course from the menu. RMB 188+15%, RMB 298+15% (including champagne). Noon-3pm. Sureño, The Opposite House (6410 5240) Traditional Sunday Roast Selection of roast options, a special egg menu and free-ﬂow coﬀee and tea. RMB 138. Noon. Scarlett, Hotel G (6552 2880)

BARS & CLUBS Groove Therapy Happy hour drinks and tunes from DJs to chill you out. Free. 4-7pm. Terra (6591 9148) Lush Open Mic Show oﬀ your talents for 15 minutes of fame and a free beer. Past acts have ranged from freestyle rap battles to tap dancing. RMB 10. 9pm. Lush (8286 3566) Move On Up Bitesize Buddha and friends drop fresh tunes on the roof from across the musical spectrum. Free. 3pm-late. Migas (5208 6061)

MUSIC Pierre Pardat Piano Trio French pianist takes over the Sunday session. Free. 9.30pm. East Shore Live Jazz Cafe (8403 2131) Taste of Soul Jam session open to all. Free. Time TBD. Ciro’s Pomodoro (5208 6008; see Dining directory)

ARTS & CULTURE Culture Yard Cinema Club The ﬁlms of Hollywood classic Billy Wilder: Take a ride down Sunset Boulevard, shack up at The Apartment and see why Some Like it Hot. 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. The Beijing Golfers Club The Beijing Golfers start another season. Tee times vary. Register for events at www. beijing-golfers-club.org Flag Football

Fig Tree Baking Class Until May 22. Learn how to make a new divine dessert every week. RSVP at erin@theﬁgtree.cn. RMB 450, RMB 600 (two people). 2-5.30pm. The Fig Tree (139 1056 6742) Qigong Club No strict rules, no strict master, and no attendance requirements. Practice on your own terms. RMB 60, RMB 50 (members). 6-7pm. The Hutong (6404 3355) Sambasia Barefoot Percussion Workshop Anyone can be a drummer. RMB 80, RMB 50 (students). Noon-2pm. UCCA Loft (8459 9269; see A&C directory) Survival Chinese Just the basics. Reserve at contact@cultureyard.net. RMB 200, RMB 600 (advance payment for 4 classes). 10am-noon. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

WEEKENDS DINING All You Can Eat Weekend Kitchen Party Sat-Sun. All-you-can-eat menu of classic Chinese dishes with free-flow wines and imported draft beers. RMB 328. IFW (8567 1568) Dim Sum Madness Dim sum buffet menu featuring 20 gourmet essentials, as well as baby abalone and chilled teas. RMB 199 for two. 11.30am-3pm. Celestial Court Restaurant, St. Regis Hotel (6460 6688) 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) 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 The TREK Peloton Road Bike Cycling Club Rental bikes are available. Riders are divided into groups based on ﬁtness levels and speed. More information at tom@thebeijingpeloton.com or at www. thebeijingpeloton.com. Beijing Bombers Australian Rules Football Club The Bombers train most weekends and welcome newcomers, regard-

less of age or ability. Xiaowuji football grounds (East Fourth Ring Road). Email beijingfooty@yahoo.com to conﬁrm training time and location. See www. beijingbombers.com for details.

ONGOING DINING 6.05pm Set Dinner Mon-Fri, until May 13. Six different nutritious and healthy Cantonese dishes, rotated daily. RMB 105. 6.05-7pm. Horizon, Kerry Centre Hotel (8565 2188) After-work Winedown Mon-Thu. Buy one bottle of wine, enjoy 50% off your second of equal or lesser value. 6-8pm. Modo (6415 7207) Agua Set Lunch Menus rotated weekly. RMB 88 (two courses), RMB 99 (three courses). Noon2pm. Agua (5208 6198) Alameda Business Lunch Mon-Fri. Two-course set lunch. RMB 68. 11.30am-3pm. Alameda (6417 8084) Alio Olio Set Lunch Mon-Fri. Five set menus offering a combination of salads, pizza, pasta and main courses. RMB 38-78. 11.30am-3pm. Alio Olio (6594 0938) All About Mom Until May 8. A range of packages from meals to Mother’s Day gifts. For more details, contact 8567 1234. Park Hyatt (8567 1234) BBQ Buffet Dinner Tue-Sun, until Sep 15. Hearty German dishes, with meat, seafood, salads and desserts. RMB 138+15% (Sun-Thu), RMB 168+15% (Fri-Sat). 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 (6601 6666 ext 6255) Colibri Set Lunch All month. Mix and match sandwiches, baked potatoes, soups, salads and quiches. RMB 48. Colibri Cafe (6417 0808) Enjoy Afternoon Tea All month. Afternoon tea with an Indian twist. Add RMB 25 for two glasses of sparkling wine. RMB 75 (two people). 10am-5pm. Oak Chateau (8446 5997) Flamme Afternoon Tea All month. Relax with two coffees or teas and a dessert. RMB 60. 2pm-5pm. Flamme (6417 8608) 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) 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) Into the Frying Pan 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)

Late Supper All month. A selection of dishes with special wine pairings selected by owner Gaby Alves. Perfect for late-night gourmet munchies. 10pm-1am. Terra (6591 9148) 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) Lunch Rapido Tue-Fri. Can’t decide what to have for lunch? Enjoy two daily specials and a glass of wine, local beer, or juice. RMB 98. 11am2pm. Terra (6591 9148) Maifest May 12-15. A long weekend of German dining - including two special weekend brunches - to mark the traditional Bavarian ritual of raising the “May Tree.” Live music from an Austrian band. RMB 348+15% (Saturday and Sunday brunch; includes free-flow Paulaner beer). Paulaner Brauhaus (6465 3388 ext 5732) Mango Mania All month. Special desserts including Mango Cheesecake, Mango Crumble, Mango Pudding and plenty more. Lobby Lounge, Grand Millennium Beijing (6530 9383) The Modo Set All month. Two or three-course set lunch. Top off with free-flow wines on the weekend. RMB 80-215. Noon-3pm. Modo (6415 7207) Mother’s Day Cupcakes Until May 15. Treat your mum to strawberry butter cream with rose and vanilla base. Colibri Cafe (6417 0808) Olé! Business Lunch 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: Your Own Creation Fri-Sun, until May 29. Mix and match pastas, sauces and condiments. RMB 88+15%. Café Noir (5907 8416) Ribs and Bibs May 10-31. Get your bib on and tuck into a gourmet feast of ribs cooked in a range of styles. 5.30-10pm (Seasonal Tastes and Zen5es), 5.30-11pm (Grange). Seasonal Tastes, Grange and Zen5es, Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8880) SALT Spring Days Mon-Fri. Add RMB 30 to your set lunch for a glass of wine or beer. RMB 98 (two courses), RMB 118 (three courses). Noon3pm. SALT (6437 8457) SALTastation All month. Five tasting courses paired with new and old world wines. RMB 518 (food and wine), RMB 318 (food only). SALT (6437 8457) Sunny Afternoon Tea Daily, until Oct 31. Relax in pleasant surroundings with cookies, Chinese and English teas, coffee, fresh juice and more. 2-4.30pm. Villa Castanea (6272 0130) Terra Spring Dinner All month. Chef Paulo’s seasonal menu, complete with Peruvian twists. RMB 178 (two courses), RMB 198 (three courses). Terra (6591 9148) 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) Weekend Brunch Sat-Sun. A five-course weekend feast. Price varies according to what you want to drink. RMB 218-458. 11am-4pm. Terra (6591 9148) 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 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)

BARS & CLUBS Allie Webb Mon-Sat. Singer belts out the tunes. Free. 8pm-midnight (Mon-Thu), 9pm-1am (FriSat). Aria (6505 2266 ext 6644) Blue Velvet Argentinean band plays Latin jazz. Free. Tue-Thu 8.30pm-12.15am, Fri-Sat 9pm12.45am. Mix, Westin Chaoyang (5922 8888) Bringin’ in the Bacon May 1-31. Sample a new range of cocktails made with 20 house-infused spirits. Free. Q Bar (6595 9239) Enoterra Terrace Opening Promotion Mon-Fri. Free-ﬂow red or white wine. RMB 100. 4-8pm. Enoterra (5208 6076) Hard Rock Calling Until May 14. Order a Stella Artois or spend over RMB 200 to be entered in the May 14 prize draw to win an all-expenses paid trip to London for the 40th Anniversary Hard Rock Calling festival on Jun 24-26. Free. Hard Rock Cafe (6590 6688 ext 2571) Live Music at Centro Mon-Sat. Live jazz and R&B from guest singers. Free. 8pm. Centro (6561 8833) Live Music at China Bar Daily. Jazz and other lounge music. Free. 9pm-12.45am (Sun-Wed), 9.30pm-1.15am (Thu-Sat). China Bar (8567 1234) May Fest May 6-15. All-you-can-drink on four beers. RMB 198. 6-10.30pm. Drei Kronen 1308 (6503 5555) Moonlight Bar Daily, until Sep 30. Sip cocktails, wine or German beer and enjoy blues music for summer nights. 9pm-midnight. Villa Castanea (6272 0130) Springing into Summer Every Mon-Thu, May 1-31. Discounts of 40-45% on a selection of cocktails for one month only. Free. 6-9pm. Q Bar (6595 9239) Tapeando May 1-31. Order a drink, get one tapas dish – just like southern Spain. Free. Olé! (6595 9677)

MUSIC Blues and Jazz Nights Wed-Thu. Live blues, folk and jazz performances ease your nerves. Free. 8-11pm. Enoterra (5208 6076; see Dining directory) Greg Carroll and Bump City Wed-Sat. Greg Carroll performs jazz, R&B, blues, and rock & roll. Free. 9.30pm. Eudora

Station (6437 8813/8331) Solidaz Mon-Sat. Seven-piece Kiwi band with female DJ from Indonesia. Free. 9pm. Pavillion (6507 2617)

STYLE Opening Ceremony Pop-Up Shop Until May 15. All the popular lines and more, including an exclusive “Opening Ceremony x Lane Crawford” capsule collection. Lane Crawford (6622 0808)

ARTS & CULTURE Kong Lingnan: Only Her Body Until May 22. The latest in the UCCA’s “Curated by…” series brings us the young artist’s signature neon landscapes, achieved through oil paint. Free. UCCA (8459 9269) Red Gate Launch Pad Until May 22. Celebrating ten years of artists-in-residency with an exhibit of those who got their start at one of Beijing’s first private galleries. Free. Red Gate Gallery (6525 1005) Judge Bao May 9-30. A Chinese comic artist and French writer team up to bring you the capers of Judge Bao, a legendary and incorruptible judge from 11th century China. Free. Alliance Française, BLCU Center (6553 2678) Floriane de Lassée: Inside Views May 6-31. French photographer Lassée captures stunning color and atmosphere by juxtaposing human figures with Beijing’s nighttime city lights. Part of Festival Croisements. Free. Alliance Française, Guangcai International Mansion (6553 2678) Chris Marker: Revolutionary Times Until May 31. The celebrated French art film director slows down with photographic stills. Free. Jing Yi Art Space (8456 7945) Reappearance: The Arles 1988 China Exhibition Until May 31. Go way back in time and get another first peek at China’s earliest contemporary photographers. More info at www.ccdphotospring.com. Free. Three Shadows Photography Art Centre, Exhibition Hall 3 (6432 2663) Through the Lens: The World of Bernard Pras Until May 31. Toys, pieces of rubber and other random objects become works of art. More info at www.ccdphotospring. com. Free. China Art Archives and Warehouse (8456 5152) Wang Chuan: Refocus: The Dragon Until May 31. The Beijing-based photographer hunts down the mythical reptiles populating our fair city. Free. Pékin Fine Arts (5127 3220) Nü Yishu: Series V: Viriditas Until Jun 5. Six Australian and six Chinese artists team up for a cross-cultural celebration of women in art. Free. Imagine Gallery (6438 5747) Rong Rong’s Ruin Pictures 1996-1998 Until Jun 5. Beijing’s father of photography captured the city’s fallen buildings in moments of demolition. More info at www. ccdphotospring.com. Free. Chambers Fine Art (5127 3298) Wang Jianwei: Yellow Signal Until June 26. Shown in four stages, this series of multimedia installations will have you slowing down and checking your surroundings. RMB 15. UCCA (8459 9269)

Three Shadows Photography Award 2011 Exhibition Until Jun 30. See works by today’s young Chinese photographers. More info at www.ccdphotospring.com. Free. Three Shadows Photography Art Centre, Exhibition Halls 1 & 2 (6432 2663) Recycling Art May 6-Jun 30. The International Recycling Art Festival of Catalonia presents its best artwork in China for the ﬁrst time. Free. Instituto Cervantes (5879 9666) Wim Delvoye May 7-Jul 31. The Belgian artist known for tattooing pigs is back with intensely intricate carvings of neo-gothic cement trucks, concrete mixers, and car tires. Free. Galerie Urs Meile (6433 3393)

SPORT Basketball All month. Hang with the Beijing Overseas Students Basketball League. Email dingrenhai@163.com for times and locations. www.angels-club.com.cn Beijing Softball League All month. The BSL is looking for swingers for its spring season. All ages, genders and abilities are welcome to join in the fun. The season starts in late March. To register, email richardliu18@gmail. com. Beijing Hikers Every Wed, Sat & Sun. Join the club for rated rambles over varied picturesque terrain outside the city. Call ahead to inquire about the hike’s degree of diﬃculty. RMB 250 and upwards, RMB 150 (kids under 12). Leave 8.30am sharp from the Starbucks at the Lido Holiday Inn. (6432 2786, info@beijinghikers. com) www.beijinghikers.com ClubFootball Men’s 5-a-side Leagues All month. The new season has started. Players and teams welcome for all 12 divisions. Register by calling 5130 6893/4/5/6, or email play@wanguoqunxing.com. More info at www.clubfootball.com.cn English Premier League Until May 22. It’s becoming what Sir Alex Ferguson calls “squeaky bum time.” Unmissable at both ends of the table. Times vary. French Open May 22-Jun 5. Watch the world’s tennis elite duke it out on clay. Times vary. NHL Playoffs All month. Toothless northerners continue to ﬁght for the trophy that Lord Stanley of Preston donated back in 1892. Times vary. Ultimate Frisbee Wed & Sat. Pickup sessions are back outdoors. Email anthonytao13@gmail. com for info. 7pm (Wed), 2pm (Sat).

EXPLORE Five-Day Yangtze River Cruise Take a journey through the heart of China, past historic river towns and the famed Three Gorges area. From RMB 10,290. Country Holidays (+21 3222 0616) www.countryholidays.com.cn The Venice of China: Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Wuzhen Let the water towns enchant you for four days and ﬁve nights. Cost includes train to Suzhou, accommodation, meals, guides, and return ﬂight. RMB 4,880. TUI China (8519 8999) www.tui.cn

MAY 2011

DIRECTORY DINING

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 Alpha Bakery – Bakeries, Delis & Candy The American Cafe – American Annie’s – Italian Aria – European Aroma – Buffets Asia Bistro – Buffets The Astor Grill – Steakhouses Barolo – Italian Bellagio – Taiwan Bento & Berries – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Biteapitta – Middle Eastern BLD Cafe – Buffet Blu Lobster – Contemporary International Blue Frog – American Bonbon Bins – Bakeries, Delis & Candy The Bookworm – Cafes & Teahouses Brasserie Flo – French Brazillian Churrascos – Central & South American Bread Talk – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Cabare – European Cafe Cha – Buffets Cafe de la Poste – French Cafe Noir – Cafes & Teahouses Capital M – European Carmen – Spanish CBD International Cuisine – Buffets Celestial Court – Cantonese Cepe – Italian Chao – Fusion Chef Too – American China Grill – Contemporary International Chuan Ban – Sichuan Chynna – Contemporary Chinese Ciro’s Pomodoro – Italian Cocolol – Southeast Asian Compass Grill - Contemporary International Comptoirs de France – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Cosy Café – Cafes & Teahouses CRU Steakhouse – Steakhouses Crystal Jade – Cantonese The CUT Steak & Seafood Grill – Steakhouses Da Dong Roast Duck – Beijing Duck Dali Courtyard – Yunnan Danieli’s – Italian Di Napoli Ristorante – Italian Din Tai Fung – Dumplings Dini’s Kosher Restaurant – Middle Eastern Dragon Palace – Cantonese East 33 – Buffets Eatalia – Italian Element Fresh – American Elements – Cantonese Enoterra – European Essence – Buffets Fatburger – American Fennel Bistro – European Flamme International Grill – Steakhouses Fook Lam Moon – Cantonese Fratelli Fresh – Italian Fuel - Contemporary International Ganges Indian Restaurant – Indian/Pakistani Garden Court – Buffets German Food Center – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Gourmet Corner – Bakeries & Delis Grand Cafe – Buffets Grandma’s Kitchen – American Grange – Steakhouses Greenfish – Buffets Green T. House – Contemporary Chinese Grill 79 – Contemporary International Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory – Pizza Haidilao Hot Pot – Hot Pot Haoji Jiujia– Zhejiang Haru Teppanyaki and Sushi Bar – Japanese Hatsune – Japanese Hercules – Cafes & Teahouses Hopfenstube – German Horizon – Cantonese IFW – Contemporary Chinese Inagiku – Japanese Indian Kitchen – Indian/Pakistani Invincible Ramen – Japanese Jaan – French Jenny Lou’s – Grocery Stores Jenny Wang – Grocery Stores

MAY 2011

Jewel – Cantonese Jing – Buffets Kagen – Japanese Karaiya Spice House – Hunan & Hubei Kempi Deli – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Khan Baba – Indian/Pakistani Kranzler’s – Buffets The Kro’s Nest – Pizza L’Isola – Italian La Sushi – Japanese Lan Club – Contemporary International Lau Pa Sak – Southeast Asian Latin Grillhouse – Barbecue and Teppanyaki Le Petit Gourmand – French Le Pre Lenotre – French Lei Garden – Cantonese Lime Cafe – Thai Little Branch – American LMPlus – Italian Luce – Italian Luga’s Banh Mi Now – Vietnamese Luga’s Pho Pho – Vietnamese Luga’s Villa – Central and South American Lunar 8 – Fusion Made in China – Beijing Duck Maison Boulud – French Malacca Legend – Southeast Asian Mare– Spanish Matsuko – Japanese Mei King Restaurant – Cantonese Metro – Italian Middle 8th Restaurant – Yunnan Migas Restaurant & Lounge – Mediterranean Ming Court – Cantonese Mirch Masala – Indian/Pakistani Modo – Contemporary International Monsoon – Buffets Morel’s – European Mosto – Contemporary International Mughal’s Restaurant – Indian & Pakistani My China – Contemporary Chinese Nadaman – Japanese Nishimura – Japanese Noble Court – Cantonese Nola – American Noodle Bar – Beijing Oak Chateau – Cafes & Teahouses Olas Tapas Cafe – Spanish Olé Spanish Restaurant – Spanish One East – American Paris Baguette – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Park Side Bar & Grill – European Patara – Thai Paulaner Brauhaus – German Pekotan – Bakeries, Delis & Candy Peter’s Tex-Mex Grill – American Prego – Italian Punjabi Indian Restaurant – Indian & Pakistani Pure Lotus Vegetarian – Vegetarian Purple Haze Courtyard – Thai Purple Haze Restaurant & Bar – Thai Refresh! – Cafes & Sandwiches Ristorante Sadler – Italian ROOMbeijing – European Rumi – Middle Eastern The Saddle Cantina – Central and South American SALT – Contemporary International San Yang Cai – Sichuan Saveurs de Corée – Korean Scarlett – Contemporary International Scene a Café – European Schindler’s Tankstelle – German Seasonal Tastes – Buffets Senses – Buffets SG Song – Korean Shunxing Chuancai – Sichuan Sizzler – American South German Bakery, Cafe Konstanz and Bodenseestube – German Ssam – Contemporary International Steak Exchange – Steakhouses Summer Palace – Huaiyang Tairyo Teppanyaki – Japanese The Taj Pavilion – Indian/Pakistani Tamarind (Marriott Northeast) – Indian/Pakistani Tavola Italian Dining – Italian Terra – Central & South American TGI Friday’s – American The Tree – Pizza Union Bar & Grille – American Va Piano – Italian

Va Va Voom – Vietnamese Vasco’s – Buﬀets VIC – Buﬀets Villa Castenea – German Village Cafe – Cafes & Teahouses Vineyard Cafe – European Water – Contemporary International W Dine & Wine – European Xiao Wang Fu – Homestyle

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Xiao Nan Guo – Shanghai Xiao Wang Fu – Homestyle & Private Cuisine YellowStone Restaurant & Bar – European Yotsuba – Japanese Yu – Cantonese ZEN – Cantonese Zen5es – Cantonese Zest – Cafes & Teahouses Zhang Mama – Sichuan

AMERICAN The American Cafe No-nonsense American-style diner serves up hearty burgers, a selection of Tex-Mex favorites, sizeable salads and breakfast plates in a cozy environment. Free delivery. Daily 7am-10.30pm. 1/F (behind Ozone Fitness), Blue Castle Apartments, 3 Xidawang Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 7428) 博平咖啡, 朝阳区西大望路3号蓝堡国际公寓1层

Blue Frog Chow down on the signature burgers or opt for a salad. Voted “Outstanding Burger” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 10am-1am. L312, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 6337); 2) Daily 10am-2am. S4-30, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 4030) www.bluefrog. com.cn 蓝蛙, 1) 顺义区天竺镇欲翔路99号北京欧陆时尚购物中心(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,” “Outstanding Burger,” “Outstanding Brunch (non-hotel),” “Outstanding Steak” and“Outstanding Chef” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Tue-Fri 11am-2pm, 5-10pm; Sat-Sun 9.30am-3pm, 5-10pm. Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu (north of Block 8), Chaoyang District. (6591 8676, chefbilly@yahoo.com) 美西西餐厅, 朝阳区朝阳公园西路枣营南里小区东门南侧

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 on May 8 2011. 1) Daily 11am-10pm. 1-LB01, The Grand Summit, Liangmaqiao Diplomatic Compound (300 m north of the Kempinski Hotel’s main entrance), 19 East Dongfang Lu, Chaoyang District. (8532 1878) 2) EB103, B1/F, Bldg 1, China World Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. 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

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

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

Little Branch An American-style café-bar serving bargain dishes and drinks. Daily 11.30am-2am. Bldg 12, Dongshengyuan

DIRECTORY / DINING (300m south of Wudaokou subway station intersection), Wudaokou, Haidian District. (8286 3798) 海淀区五道口东升园12号楼 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

over town include grocery stores, gift shops, bars, hotels and restaurants. Or shop online for delivery to your door. (8525 3566) www. bonbonbins.com Bread Talk Singapore-based bakery oﬀers a wide range of bread, cakes, buns and pastries. Many branches around town. Daily 10am-10pm. 1004, B1/F, Shin Kong Place, China Central Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区建国路87号华贸中心新光天地 B1-1004

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Peter’s Tex-Mex Grill 1) Daily 7.30am11.30pm. Hairun International Apartment, 2B Jiangtai Lu (southeast of Holiday Inn Lido), Chaoyang District. (5135 8187, 8627 3734); 2) Mon-Fri 9.30am-11pm, Sat-Sun 7.30am-11.30pm. 88A International Club, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8532 2449) 彼德西餐, 1) 朝阳区将台路乙2号海润国际公寓公建2号(丽都假日酒店东南边); 2) 朝阳区建国门外大街21号国际俱乐部88A

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

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

Comptoirs de France Oﬀers a variety of freshly baked rolls, baguettes, and loaves of bread alongside tempting pastries and chocolates. Voted “Outstanding Sandwiches” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 7am-8.30pm. 1) (opening soon) 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 7am8.30pm. 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 7am8.30pm. Rm 102, 1/F, Bldg 15, China Central Place, 89 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 5480) www.comptoirsdefrance.com 法派, 1)

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

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

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

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

餐厅, 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village6号楼 3层S6-31

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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号绿叶子食品店

Alpha Bakery Lufthansa center-area bakery specializing in baked goods including green tea cakes, glutinous rice dumplings, scones, tiramisu and more. Daily 8am-9pm. 1/F Fujingyuan Apartments, 46 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8440 1300) 红炉磨房, 朝阳区亮马桥路46号福景苑公寓1楼(凯宾斯基饭店东)

Bonbon Bins American-branded candies, sweets, chocolates, and accessories for the confectionary-crazy. Stockists located all

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 Paris Baguette Korean-based bakery oﬀering a wide range of bread, cakes, buns and pastries. Daily 10am-10pm. Unit 1005, B1/F, Shin Kong Place, China Central Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区建国路 87号华贸中心新光天地B1-1005

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 21-22, 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

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DIRECTORY / DINING 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

Fortune Plaza, 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6530 9383) 朝阳区东三环中

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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

BARBECUE AND TEPPANYAKI Latin Grillhouse Daily 11am-3pm, 5-11pm. C1-11, Block 1, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6126/8) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾国际商区1号楼C1-11

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

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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

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 Contemporary Chinese” and Chinese Restaurant of the Year” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-10pm. 1) 5/F, Jinbao Dasha, Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (8522 1234); 2) 1-2/F, Nanxincang International Plaza, 22A Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng District. (5169 0329); 3) 3 Tuanjiehu Beikou, Dongsanhuan Lu (southeast corner of Changhong Qiao), Chaoyang District. (6582 2892/4003) 北京大董烤鸭店, 1) 东城区金宝街金宝大厦5层; 2) 东城区东四十条甲22号南新仓国际大厦1~2楼 (立交桥西南角); 3) 朝阳区团结湖北口3号楼东三环路(长虹桥东南角)

Made in China This stylish joint on the first floor of the Grand Hyatt offers some of the city’s finest roast duck. Voted “Outstanding Contemporary Chinese” and “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Chinese)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 1/F, Grand Hyatt Hotel, 1 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6510 9608) 长安一号, 东城区东长安街1号东方

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

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

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

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

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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 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,

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同8号王府半岛酒店地下1层

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

Monsoon A cafe-style restaurant oﬀering an innovative selection of Asian and Western cuisines. Daily 6-10.30am, 11.30am-2pm, 5.3011pm. InterContinental Hotel, 11 Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (5852 5888 ext 5916/5917) 季候风, 西城区金融街11号洲际酒店

Senses Hosts Bubbly Sundays, one of the most lavish brunches in town. Tied for “Best Brunch (hotel)” with Taste in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 6.30-10.30am, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm.. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (6629 7810) 味, 西城区金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

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

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

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

CAFES & TEAHOUSES 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 Cosy Café Enjoy a variety of coﬀees and homemade pastries and cakes in a comfortable environment. 1) Daily 10am-10pm. 30-31, 40-41, Bldg N3, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 6186); 2) 1/F, Leisure Fitness Center, Bldg 7, Richmond Park, Yard 9 Fangyuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (8457 8359) 1) 朝阳区三里屯路11号院三里屯 Village北区N3楼30-31, 40-41号; 2) 朝阳区芳园南里9号院7号楼丽都水岸会所1层

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

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

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

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

Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 1/F, Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 3388 ext 4217) 龙苑中餐厅, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店1层

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

Horizon Good variety of Chinese dishes; classy atmosphere. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5.3010pm. 1/F, Shangri-La’s Kerry Centre Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833 ext 41) 海天阁, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心饭店1层

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

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

Mei King Restaurant Elegant and spacious Cantonese restaurant serving good-value dim sum and tasty roast goose, headed by a Hong Kong chef who used to work at Lei Garden. 1) Daily 10am-2pm, 5-10pm. Unit 405, Full Link Plaza, Chaoyang District. (6588 8877); 2) Daily 11am-2.30pm, 4.30-9pm. 5/F, U-Town Shopping Center, Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5977 5798); 3) Daily 10am10pm. 3/F, Jiangsu Dasha, 88D Andingmenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6426 6355) 美京锦苑, 1) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街18号丰联广场 405号; 2) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街悠唐生活广场5楼 (近丰联广场); 3) 东城区安定门外大街丁88号江苏大厦3层

Ming Court Headed by a master chef trained at the two Michelin-star Ming Court at the Langham Place in Hong Kong, it specializes in Cantonese and Shandong cuisine served in palatial surrounds. Must-try dishes include dim sum along with barbecue meats from the purpose-built barbecue kitchen. Chinese teas handpicked by the resident Beijing tea master and a top-drawer selection of wines and Chinese spirits accompany the feast. Seven suites for private dining, some with staggering views of the runway. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 1 Er Jing Road, Langham Place, Beijing Capital Airport. Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) 明阁, 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店

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

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

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

际俱乐部饭店2层

字路口)北京上东盛贸饭店 2-3 层

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

Yu Daily 12am-2pm, 6-10pm. 83A Jianguo Lu (inside the Ritz-Carlton Hotel), Chaoyang District. (5908 8888) 玉, 朝阳区建国路甲83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

融街11号洲际酒店

CANTONESE

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.

ZEN Revamped Si Chou Lu reinvents the dynasty look with golden opulent tones and traditional Cantonese cuisine by Chef Mark Ko from Hong Kong. 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.3010.30pm. Intercontinental Hotel, 11 Financial Street, Xicheng District. (5852 5888) 西城区金 Zen5es A mix of authentic Cantonese supplemented by signature dishes from China’s other major regional cuisines - Beijing, Shanghai, Sichuan, Hunan, and Zhejiang. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 4/F, Westin

DIRECTORY / DINING Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888 ext 8121) 朝阳区

District. (8567 1234) 北京亮, 朝阳区建国门外大

东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

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

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

Luga's Villa Decent beers and Mexican food ranging from enchiladas and burritos, to fajitas, nachos and more. Set lunches available Mon-Fri. Daily happy hour 11am-8pm. Voted "Outstanding Mexican" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-2am. 7 Sanlitun Beijie (behind 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (6416 2575) 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" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-late. West wing, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu (south of 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (5208 6005) www.beijingsaddle.com 朝阳区三里屯北路81号北京那里花园内西侧二层小楼

街2号柏悦酒店66层

京首都机场希尔顿酒店

Fuel Fun, funky restaurant serving pizzas, gigantic ribs and one of Beijing’s biggest hamburgers. Daily 11am-late. 1/F, Langham Place, 1 Er Jing Lu, Beijing Capital International Airport (southwest of Terminal 3), Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) http://beijingairport. langhamplacehotels.com 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店(T3航站楼西南)

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

Green T. House This suburban establishment is a meticulously designed fusion of architectural styles, colors and sculptures. 1) Daily 11am-2.30pm, 6-11.30pm. 6 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 8310); 2) Daily 11.30am-11.30pm. 318 Hegezhuang Village, Cuigezhuang, Chaoyang District. (8456 4922 ext 8, 136 0113 7132, 136 0113 7232) www. green-t-house.com 紫云轩, 1) 朝阳区工体西路6号; 2) 朝阳区崔各庄乡合各庄村318号

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) 朝阳区朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸大酒店79楼

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

Lan Club Voted “Best Decor” and “Outstanding for Impressing Visitors” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 9am-11pm. 4/F, LG Twin Towers, 12B Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5109 6012/13) www.langlobal.com 兰会所, 朝阳区建国门外大街乙12号 LG双子座4层

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

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 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

CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL

Modo Modern wine bar serving well over a dozen wines by the glass, as well as small plates of tasty contemporary European cuisine. The team behind the popular Mosto created this space and brought in Enomatic wine dispensers to allow people to explore diﬀerent wines. Daily 11am-11pm. 3/F, Sanlitun Village South (close to Element Fresh), Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 7207) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区3楼(近新元素)

Alameda Contemporary ﬁne dining with a Brazilian twist. Voted“Best Business Lunch” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-3pm, 6-10.30pm. Sanlitun Beijie (beside the Nali Mall), Chaoyang District. (6417 8084, alameda_beijing@yahoo.com) 朝阳区三里屯北街

Blu Lobster Professional service and state of the art cooking techniques at this ﬁve star restaurant. Mon-Sat 5.30-11pm. Valley Wing 1/F, Shangri-La Hotel, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6841 2211 ext 6727 / 6728) 蓝韵, 海淀区紫竹院路29号北京香格里拉饭店新阁一层

China Grill Get a bird’s eye view of Beijing while dining on grilled meats, seafood and classical Chinese dishes. Daily 6-10.30am, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. 66/F, Park Hyatt Hotel, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang

Mosto Inventive, exciting contemporary food with a South American touch. Voted “Outstanding Business Lunch,” “Outstanding Wine List,” “Outstanding Chef (Daniel Urdan-

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DIRECTORY / DINING eta)” and “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Non-Chinese)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards.Daily noon-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6030) www.mostobj.com 摸石头, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园3层

classic French cuisine in a regal period setting. Daily noon-2pm, 6.30-10pm. Raﬄes Beijing Hotel, 33 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (8500 4186, 6526 3388 ext 4186) 家安,

Dajie, Haidian District. (6269 6726); 2) Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5-10pm. 24 Xinyuan Xili Zhongjie, Chaoyang District. (6462 4502); 3) Daily 11.30am-9.30pm. 6/F, Shin Kong Place, China Central Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6533 1536) www.dintaifung.com.cn 鼎

东城区东长安街33号北京饭店莱佛士

Le Petit Gourmand Good value French fare and a library of over 9,000 books. Sun-Thu 9.30am-midnight, Fri-Sat 9.30am-1am. 3/F, Tongli Studios, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6417 6095, fax 6413 0765) www. lepetitigourmand.com.cn 小美食家, 朝阳区三

泰丰, 1) 海淀区中关村大街40号当代商城7层; 2) 朝阳区新源西里中街24号; 3) 朝阳区建国路87号华贸中心新光天地6层

EUROPEAN

里屯后街同里3层

Aria Inventive European food from monthly changing menus. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm; bar 11am-midnight. 2/F, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 38, 6505 3318) 阿郦雅,

Le Pré Lenôtre Exudes all the pomp of ﬁne French dining and matches it with professional service and accomplished food. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6.30-11.30pm. 6/F, Soﬁtel Hotel, Bldg C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 6666) 朝阳区建国路

朝阳区建国门外大街1号中国大饭店二层

Cabare Oﬀers contemporary European cuisine with a Mediterranean ﬂair, featuring tapas, fresh oysters and an assortment of cakes and desserts. Daily 9am-2.30am. 15-1, Bldg 15, Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 1760) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港 SALT Innovative restaurant in a fresh modern minimalist setting has weekly two-course or three-course set meals. Voted “Outstanding Business Lunch,” “Outstanding Steak,” “Outstanding Service,” “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Non-Chinese)” and “Chef of the Year (Ana Esteves)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Sat noon-3pm, 6-10.30pm, Sun Brunch noon-4pm. 2/F, 9 Jiangtai Xilu (opposite the Japanese School, west of Rosedale Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6437 8457) www.saltrestaurantbeijing.com 盐, 朝阳区将台西路9号2层（

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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

Enoterra Unpretentious, reasonably priced wine bar now in Nali Patio that serves good food as well. Voted “Outstanding Wine Selection” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am-2am. 405, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (6587 1578)

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

93号万达广场C座6层

Maison Boulud Famous New York chef Daniel Boulud brings his take on French food to Beijing. Excellent food and service. Voted “Best French,” "Outstaning Decor," "Best Service," "Best for a Romantic Meal," “Best Wine List” and "Non-Chinese Restaurant of the Year" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 6-10.30pm, 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

Capital M Classy European cooking and Beijing’s best view across Tiananmen Square. Voted “Outstanding for Impressing Visitors” and “Outstanding for a Romantic Meal” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 11am2.30pm, 6-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11.30am-5pm, 6-10.30pm (afternoon tea between 2.30-5pm). 3/F, 2 Qianmen Pedestrian Street (southeast of Qianmen, overlooking Tian’anmen Square), Chongwen District. (6702 2727) www.capitalm-beijing.com 崇文区前门步行街2号3层 (尽览

朝阳区三里屯北街81号那里花园405室

门东大街23号

FUSION 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)

ROOMbeijing Restaurant and bar from former Blu Lobster chef Brian McKenna. Rm 301-302, 3/F, Park Life, Yintai Centre, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (8517 2033) www. room-beijing.com ROOM北京,

6号蓝色港湾国际商区15-4

DUMPLINGS

朝阳区建国门外大街2号银泰中心301-302室

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

Din Tai Fung Taste just one dumpling to know why they’re famous around the world. Voted “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Chinese)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Mon-Fri 11.30am-9.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-10pm. 7/F, Dangdai Shangcheng, 40 Zhongguancun

Morel’s Sanlitun stalwart serves Belgian-style steak tartare from locally bred beef and tasty mussels. Voted “Outstanding Steak” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Mon-Sat 11.30am-1am. Gongti Beilu (opposite Workers’ Gymnasium North Gate, northwest corner of Chunxiu Lu), Dongcheng District. (6416 8802); 2) Tue-Sun 11.30am-11.30pm. East block, 27 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6437 3939) 1) 东城区莫劳龙玺西餐, 工体北路春秀路西北角工人体育馆北门对面; 2) 朝阳区莫劳洪玺西餐, 亮马桥路27号东座1层

Vineyard Cafe Hip hutong cafe specializes in comfort food and hearty breakfasts. Voted “Outstanding Brunch (non-hotel)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Tue-Sun 11.30am-10.30pm, closed Mon. 31 Wudaoying Hutong (just north of the Confucius temple), Dongcheng District. (6402 7961, info@vineyardcafe.cn) www.vineyardcafe.cn 葡萄院儿, 东城区五道营胡同31号

W Dine & Wine Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-11pm. 22-1 Dongzhimenwai Dajie (next to Jingkelong), Dongcheng District. (6416 9838) 万杰福咖啡厅, 东城区东直门外大街22-1

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号

Brasserie Flo Owned by the powerful Flo Group, and now a Beijing institution. French classics include the onion soup, steak au poivre and proﬁteroles. Voted “Outstanding French” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Delivery available. Daily 11am3pm, 5.30-11pm. Rainbow Plaza (Longbo Guangchang), 16 Dongsanhuan Beilu (south of the Great Wall Sheraton), Chaoyang District. (6595 5135/9) www.ﬂo.cn 北京福楼餐厅, 朝阳区东三环北路16号隆博广场二层

Cafe de la Poste Beijing’s French community pack in every night for steaks, salads, cheese and wine. Voted “Outstanding French” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-3pm, 6pm-late. 58 Yonghegong Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6402 7047) www.cafedelaposte.com.cn 东城区雍和宫大街58号 Jaan A light and innovative interpretation of

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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 Hopfenstube Large German-style restaurant and microbrewery featuring live music and open cooking stations. Daily 11am-midnight. 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)

FRENCH

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

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

Schindler’s Tankstelle Hearty sausages and frosty steins of beer blend with a nice view of Ritan Park’s greenery. 1) 10 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District. (6463 1108); 2) Daily 11.30am-10pm. 1 Houshayu Zhen, Shayu Lu, Shunyi District. (8042 2291); 3) Daily 11amlate. 15A Guanghua Lu (200m east of Ritan Park South Gate), Chaoyang District. (8562 6439) 申德勒加油站, 1) 朝阳区三里屯北小街 10号; 2) 顺义区沙峪路后沙峪镇1号; 3) 朝阳区光华路甲15号(日坛南门往东200米)

South German Bakery, Cafe Konstanz and Bodenseestube Provides a variety of

DIRECTORY / DINING German and European rye, wheat and white breads, along with tasty homemade cakes and sweets. Restaurant daily 9am-10pm. Bakery daily 7am-10pm. 27 Haoyun Jie (Lucky Street), 29 Zaoying Lu, Chaoyang District. (5867 0201, sales@germanbakery.com.cn) 德南面包房, 朝阳区枣营路29号好运街27号

Villa 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, 海淀区万安东路普安店266号

HUAIYANG Summer Palace Light and delicious Huaiyang and Cantonese cuisine cooked with ﬂair. Check out their daily tea cocktails and French Bordeaux selections. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. Lobby, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 34) 夏宫中餐厅, 朝阳区建国门外大街 1号中国大饭店大堂

HUNAN & HUBEI

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 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-3pm, 6-11pm. 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6082/134 , 6638 2160, mughalbeijing@yahoo.com) www. mughalbeijing.cn 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园4层

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 8am-midnight. 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) http://www.jennyshop.com.cn/shop/index.php?gOo=Jenny.dwt 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

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

Tamarind (Marriott Northeast) Rich variety of south Asian food and four brass tandoor ovens turning out delicious kebabs and nan breads. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 7.30-10pm. 2/F, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast, 26A Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5927 8888) 朝阳区霄云路甲26号海航大厦万豪酒店2层

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

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

The Village南区8号楼

GROCERY STORES

Jichang Lu, Chaoyang District. (6436 7678, 6437 6688 ext 3811) 泰姬楼印度餐厅, 1) 顺义

公园西门

INDIAN/PAKISTANI Ganges Indian Restaurant Southern and northern Indian classics like chicken tikka masala and lamb rogan josh. Tied for “Best Indian/Pakistani” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11pm. 1) S93-3, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 0181/6121); 2) Sancaitang Xiezi Lou, 160 Chengfu Lu, Haidian District. (6262 7944); 3) 5/ B, Hairun International Apartment, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (5135 8353); 4) 138A, B1/F, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 2999) www.ganges-restaurant. com 恒河印度餐厅, 1) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯VillageS93-3; 2) 海淀区成府路160号三才堂写字楼1层13号; 3) 朝阳区将台路2号海润国际公寓底商5号; 4) 朝阳区光华路9号世贸天阶地下1层138A

Indian Kitchen An assortment of spicy subcontinent specialties, but the indecisive can check out the weekday buﬀet lunch. Voted “Outstanding Indian/Pakistani” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-11pm. 2 Sanlitun Beixiaojie (opposite Korean embassy), Chaoyang District. (6462 7255) 北京印度小厨, 朝阳区三里屯北小街2号

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. Tied with Ganges for“Best Indian/Pakistani” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 1) L222, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 3238); 2) China Overseas Plaza (northwest of China World Shopping Mall), Chaoyang District. (136 9302 8663); 3) 3/F, Holiday Inn Lido, Jiangtai Lu, Shoudu

Annie’s Unpretentious, aﬀordable and popular Italian chain. Voted“Best Italian,” “Best Family-Friendly Restaurant” and “Outstanding Pizza” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Free delivery. 1) 11am-11pm. Ritan High Life 2-3-93, (across from North Gate of Ritan Park), Chaoyang District. (8569 3031); 2) Daily 11.30am-11pm. 16 Dongsanhuan Lu (next to CD Jazz Club), Chaoyang District. (6503 3871); 3) Daily 11am-11pm. West Gate of Soho New Town, 88 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8589 8366); 4) Daily 11am-11pm. A1 Nongzhan

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

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 “Outstanding Kung Pao Chicken” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. Inside the North Gate of Ritan Park, Ritan Lu, Chaoyang District. (8561 5985); 2) Daily 11am-10.30pm. Bldg 2, Guanghua Lu Dongli, Chaoyang District. (6591 3255); 3) Daily 5.30pm-1am. 15 Qianhai Beiyan, Xicheng District. (6617 5558) 小王府, 1) 朝阳区日坛路日坛公园北门内; 2) 朝阳区光华路东里2号楼; 3) 西城区前海北沿15号

HOT POT Haidilao Hot Pot This popular eatery is as famous for its hospitality as it is for its authentic Sichuan cuisine. Voted “Best Hot Pot,”“Outstanding Service” and “Outstanding Restaurant of the Year (Chinese)” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 24hrs. 2A Baijiazhuang Lu (next to No. 80 Middle School), Chaoyang District. (6595 2982); 2) Daily 24hrs. 7/F, New Wedding Shopping Center, 109 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6617 4063); 3) Daily 10.30am-3am. 3/F, Beiyue Dasha, 2A Huixin Dongjie, Chaoyang District. (8463 9300) 海底捞火锅, 1) 朝阳区白家庄路甲2号 (八十中学西侧); 2) 西城区西单北大街 109号婚庆大楼7层; 3) 朝阳区惠新东街甲2号北奥大厦3层

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

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

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DIRECTORY / DINING 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

China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2299 ext 6407) 滩万日餐厅, 朝阳区建国路外大街1号国贸大酒店4层

Nishimura Teppanyaki, robatayaki, sushi and more in a stylish setting. Daily 11.30am2.30pm, 6-10pm. Shangri-La Hotel, 29 Zizhuyuan Lu, Haidian District. (6841 2211 ext 2719) 西村餐厅, 海淀区紫竹院路29号香格里拉饭店2层

Tairyo Teppanyaki All-you-can-eat beef, lamb chops, seafood and more, expertly sliced, diced and grilled by knife-wielding chefs. Voted "Outstanding Japanese" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) S2-32, 3/F, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 8075, 6416 0075); 2) 15 Wanliu Zhonglu, Haidian District. (8256 6044); 3) Building E, Shenggu Jiayuan, Anzhen Qiao, Chaoyang District. (6444 8855/66); 4) 305 China View, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8587 1180/1); 5) 2/F, Yaxing Mansion, Maizidian Jie, Chaoyang District. (6461 2336) www.tairyo.cn 大渔铁板烧, 1) 朝阳区三里屯路

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

ONGOING: RIBS AND BIBS

You can always start that diet next month. Italian" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-11pm. 201, 2/F, Paciﬁc Century Place, 2A Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6539 3773) www.lisolabeijing.com/ 益顺客, 朝阳区工体北路甲2号盈科中心2层201

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

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

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

北路81号

阳区工体西路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

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

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

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

大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

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

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

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

Hatsune Alan Wong’s ﬁrst Beijing restaurant specializes in unique sushi and hand rolls. Voted “Best Japanese” and “Outstanding Decor” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm. 1) 2/F, Heqiao Bldg C, 8A Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6581 3939); 2) S8-30 (Opposite Element Fresh), Bldg 8, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 3939) 隐泉日本料理, 1) 朝阳区光华路甲8号和乔大厦C座2层; 2) 朝阳区三里屯路19号The Village南区8号楼S8-30

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

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

Eatalia Wudaokou’s ﬁrst Italian-run restaurant specializes in pizza and ravioli. Daily 11.30am-midnight. 10-12 Huaqing Jiayuan, Haidian District. (151 1026 2017) 海淀区华清

Kagen Stainless steel tables and cool electronica music accompany tasty marinated meat grilled fresh at each table. Daily 10.30am2pm, 5.30-9.30pm. B1/F, Bldg C, Heqiao Dasha, 8 Guanghua Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6583 6830) 火源, 朝阳区光华东路8号和乔大厦C座

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Fratelli Fresh The spotless open kitchen produces fresh Tuscan-fare: pastas, woodﬁred pizzas, meat and ﬁsh, as well as large T-bone steaks. Daily 10.30am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 1/F, Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5863 8203) 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路

La Sushi Cozy, upscale sushi restaurant specializing in the ecologically thorny blueﬁn tuna. Daily 11.30am-midnight. 2/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6120) 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园2层

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L'Isola Decent Italian food in a stylishlyunderstated atmosphere. Extensive drinks selection, attentive yet discreet service and great homemade bread. Voted "Outstanding

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. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-10.30pm. 2/F, The Grand Summit, Section B, Liangmaqiao Diplomatic Mansion, 19 Dongfang Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8532

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Matsuko Great lunchtime buﬀet with sushi, sashimi, noodles and more. Voted “Outstanding Japanese” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm, 5-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 11am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 1) 39 Liangmaqiao Lu (opposite 21st Century hotel), Chaoyang District. (8453 4062); 2) Baijiazhuang (south east corner of Changhong Qiao), Chaoyang District. (6582 5208); 3) 2/F, Jinglong Dasha, 225 Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6509 8999) 松子, 1) 朝阳区亮马桥39号（21世纪饭店对面）; 2) 朝阳区星期五餐厅对面松阪屋; 3) 朝阳区朝阳北路225号京龙大厦2层

Nadaman Reﬁned Japanese cuisine, including kaiseki sets, sushi, sashimi and more. 4/F,

19号 Sanlitun Village 南区3层S2-32; 2) 海淀区万柳中路15号; 3) 朝阳区安贞桥胜古家园E座; 4) 朝阳区工体东路中国红街305号; 5) 朝阳区麦子店街亚星大厦2层

Yotsuba Incomparably fresh, traditional Japanese fare. Call ahead several days for reservations; large parties are not recommended. 1) Tue-Sun 5-11pm. Next to Bldg 2, Xinyuan Xili Zhongjie (near Xindong Lu), Chaoyang District. (6467 1837); 2) Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5-10pm. 2/F, Bldg 8, Lakeview Place, Dragon Bay Villa, Shayu Huanlu, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8042 2284) 四叶, 1) 朝阳区新源西里中街2号楼旁(近新东路); 2) 顺义区后沙峪镇沙峪环路8号楼2层

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

Saveurs de Corée Daily noon-10.40pm. 29 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (6401 6083) 韩香馆, 东城区南锣鼓巷29号 SG Song This contemporary Korean restaurant focuses on light, healthy dishes, and does not use MSG. Daily11.30am-2.30pm 5-10pm. 2/F, Building AB, Vantone Center, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie,Chaoyang District (5907 1879) 朝阳区朝外大街甲6号万通中心AB座二层

MEDITERRANEAN Fennel Bistro Chef Christian Hoﬀman has created a seafood bistro specializing in Mediterranean cuisine where you can enjoy fresh, high-quality food in a stylish and relaxed environment. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6pm-midnight. Hotel Yi, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, 798 Yishu Qu, 706 Houjie 1, Chaoyang District. (6436 1818) 朝阳区酒仙桥路2号院798艺术区706后街1号

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) 米家思, 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园6层

Sureño Modern Mediterranean cuisine from a beautiful open kitchen with wood-ﬁred ovens. Voted “Best Mediterranean” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-3.30pm, 6-10.30pm. B1/F, The Opposite House, Sanlitun Village, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6410 5240) www.surenorestaurant.com 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯Village瑜舍地下1层

MIDDLE EASTERN 1001 Nights Some of the best Middle Eastern food in Beijing plus nightly belly dancing. Voted “Best Middle Eastern” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-2am. Gongti Beilu (opposite Zhaolong Hotel), Chaoyang District. (6532 4050) www.1001nights.cn 1001 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 "Outstanding Middle Eastern" in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11pm. 2/F, Tongli Studio

DIRECTORY / DINING (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

Dini’s Kosher Restaurant Beijing’s only kosher restaurant. Sun-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri 11am-noon. 9-12 Fangyuan Xilu, South gate of Si’de Park, 300m east of Xiaoyun Qiao (north side of the road), Chaoyang District. (139 1074 0109) http://www.kosherbeijing.com 蒂妮犹太

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

SICHUAN Chuan Ban Its location in the first floor of Sichuan province’s Beijing rep office fuels its reputation as the most authentic Sichuan cuisine in town. Voted “Outstanding Sichuan” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Mon-Fri 7-9am, 10.50am-2pm, 4.50-9.30pm; Sat-Sun 7am-10pm. 5 Gongyuan Toutiao, Jianguomennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6512 2277 ext 6101) 川办餐厅, 东城区建国门内贡院头条5号 San Yang Cai The signatures in this Sichuan restaurant are based on eels, loachs and bullfrogs, three typical Sichuan ingredients. Daily 11am-11pm. North Gate of Workers’ Stadium (beside Latte), 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 3499; 6552 6499) 三样菜, 朝阳区工体北路8号工人体育场北门

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

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

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区三里屯北街以西100米Poachers后面三里屯医院旁

餐厅, 朝阳区芳园西路9-12号, 霄云桥往东300米路北侧, 四得公园南门

Rumi Its plush, minimalist interior is inviting, but the savory kebabs seal the deal. Voted “Outstanding Middle Eastern” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11.30ammidnight. 1A Gongti Beilu (opposite Zhaolong Hotel), Chaoyang District. (8454 3838) www. rumigrill.com 入迷, 朝阳区工体北路甲1号兆

Steak Exchange A wide variety of steaks in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm. InterContinental Hotel, 11 Financial Street, Xicheng District. (5852 5888 ext 5916) 西城区金融街11号洲际酒店

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Shunxing Chuancai Well-established highend catering brand from Chengdu. The extensive menu features typical Chengdu snacks and hot dishes. Daily 11am-9.30pm. Bldg 3, Courtyard 16A, Xi Dawang Lu, Chaoyang District. (8795 8288) 顺兴川菜, 朝阳区西大望路甲16号院3号楼

SOUTHEAST ASIAN Cocolol This small restaurant oﬀers a tantalizing reminder of what Southeast Asia has to oﬀer beyond Thai curries. Daily 11am-10pm. Silk Market 2, Courtyard 14, Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6500 5860) 我爱南洋菜, 朝阳区东大桥路14号院秀水2号

Lau Pa Sak This Singaporean outlet serves street food indoors: noodles, satay and more. Try their condensed milk coﬀee. Daily 11am-11pm. Xindong Lu (opposite Canadian Embassy), Chaoyang District. (6417 0952) 老巴刹, 朝阳区新东路加拿大使馆对面

Olas Tapas Café Offers a warm ambiance, inexpensive drinks and good food. Voted “Best Tapas” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am-10pm. S9-10 Sanlitun Village, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6417 5657) Ole Spanish Restaurant This Spanish restaurant consists of three floors: the first is a bar and lounge, the second is for tapas, and the top floor focuses on fine dining. Delivery service now available. Sun-Wed 11am-midnight, Thu 11am-2am, Fri- Sat 11am-4am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu (next to Salsa Caribe), Chaoyang District. (6595 9677) 朝阳区工体北路4号院(卡利宾旁边)

STEAKHOUSES The Astor Grill Grain-fed tenderloin steak, cigars and an extensive wine list. Lovely terrace. Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm; daily 6-10pm. 3/F, St. Regis Hotel Apartments, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6460 6688 ext 2637)

FUEL

Ribs so good that most people agree catching a plane is now only the second-best reason to head to Capital International Airport. (6457 5555)

MITAO

One portion of Mitao’s tender and flavorful Guizhou-style fried ribs (蜜桃馋嘴骨) will feed at least three carnivores. RMB 65. (8552 3418)

UNION

Don’t be fooled – the menu’s “halfrack” of perfectly tender BBQ babyback ribs is more than enough for one hungry diner. (6415 9117)

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Patara Uber-posh, globe-trotting Thai chain serves delectable renditions of Thai specialties using premium ingredients. Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5-10.30pm. 6/F Jinbao Palace, 88 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng District. (8522 1678) 泰廷泰式料理, 东城区东城区金宝街88号汇 6层601室

CRU Steakhouse The sleek, warm design of the JW Marriott’s steak restaurant is reﬂective of the rich, reﬁned cuts served up by its open kitchen. Daily 11.30am-2pm, 6-10pm. 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel, China Central Place, 83 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5908 8530) 朝阳区建国路83号华贸中心JW万豪酒店2层

The CUT Steak & Seafood Grill This stylish, contemporary grill house features an open-ﬂame kitchen oﬀering a wide selection of prime imported beef, market-fresh seafood and poultry. Tue-Sat 6-10.30pm. Fairmont Beijing Hotel, 8 Yong’an Dongli, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8511 7777) 朝阳区建国门外大街永安东里8号北京华彬费尔蒙酒店

Purple Haze Restaurant & Bar Thai cuisine served amongst purple hues. Books, coﬀee and Wi-Fi create the perfect atmosphere for a lazy afternoon. Voted “Best Thai” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11.30pm. Opposite the north gate of the Workers’ Stadium (in the small alley behind the ICBC Bank), Chaoyang District. (6413 0899, 8774 6387, www.purplehaze.com.cn 紫苏庭,

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Every Thursday, tuck into their discounted rotisserie prime rib. RMB 188-248. Flamme (6417 8608)

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

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Thursday is brisket and rib night – chef Max Levy slow-cooks a kilo of meat for two or three people to share. RMB 300. (5208 6040)

Bellagio Moneyed hipsters satisfy their midnight munchies at this hip Taiwanese eatery. Don’t miss the stunning shaved ice desserts. Voted“Outstanding Kung Pao Chicken” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards.1) Daily 11am10pm. 6/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (6530 5658); 2) Daily 11am5am. 6 Gongti Xilu, south of the Gongti 100 Bowling Alley, Chaoyang District. (6551 3533); 3) Daily 11am-4am. 35 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8451 9988); 4) Daily 11am-2am. Bldg 4, Area 2 Anhui Beili, Yayuncun, Chaoyang District. (6489 4300) 鹿港小镇, 1) 朝阳区建国

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

Carmen Tapas plates, hearty salads, paella and roasted whole suckling pig. Voted “Outstanding Tapas” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-2am. Nali Patio (opposite north entrance of Let’s Burger), 81 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (6417 8038) 朝阳区三里屯北街81号（哪里花园边）

MARE Nice atmosphere. Go for tapas every day and paella on weekends. Both English and Spanish menu available. Voted “Outstanding Tapas” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Noon-11.30pm. 1/F, E-Tower, 12C Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6595 4178/2890) 古老海西餐厅, 朝阳区光华路丙12号数码01大厦1层

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

Flamme International Grill This stylish twoﬂoor bar and grill features American steaks. Lava chocolate cake is a special delight. Daily 11am-midnight. S4-33, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 8608) 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village3楼S4-33室

Grange This steakhouse serves mean and delicate cuts with dipping sauces doled out of beakers and pipettes. Mon-Fri 11.30-3pm (lunch), daily 5.30-11pm (dinner). 2/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8888) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

Outback Steakhouse Not Australian, but made up to feel like it. Yankee-sized portions with prices to match. Their signature appetizer is a massive onion thrown in the deep fryer. 1) Mon-Thu 5-10.30pm, Fri-Sun 11am10.30pm. Inside the north gate of Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (6506 5166); 2) Daily 11am-11pm. 1/F, Beijing Hotel (east side of Bldg A), Dongcheng District. (6528 2858) 澳拜客, 1) 朝阳区工人体育场北门内东侧; 2) 东城区北京饭店1层

VEGETARIAN Pure Lotus Vegetarian Creative tofu dishes will leave you with a full stomach and a clear conscience - and a considerably lightened wallet. Daily 11am-11pm. 1) Tongguang Bldg, 12 Nongzhanguan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (6592 3627, 8703 6669); 2) 3/F, Holiday Inn Lido, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. (8703 6668, 6437 6288) 净心莲, 1) 朝阳区农展馆南路12号(通广大厦内); 2) 朝阳区丽都假日饭店三层,首都机场将台路

VIETNAMESE Luga’s Banh Mi Now This small restaurant serves authentic Vietnamese-style sandwiches garnished with pate, pickled carrot and daikon, and your choice of meat. Pho also on the menu. Daily 10am-11pm. Above Luga’s (opposite Tongli Studio), Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 2786) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里对面

Luga’s Pho Pho Pho and other Vietnamese dishes from the ever-cheerful Luga. Daily 24hrs. Above Luga’s (opposite Tongli Studio),

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DIRECTORY / NIGHTLIFE Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 2786)

(8775 1847) 朝阳区双井桥东北角广渠路31号院

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Va Va Voom Classic Vietnamese in a designer environment. Voted“Outstanding Vietnamese” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-11pm. S4-32, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6416 3732, 6417 2210) 越时代, 朝阳区三里屯北

Hard Rock Cafe Burgers, pastas, desserts, cover bands and those ubiquitous T-shirts at this restaurant that saw its heyday in the 1990s. Daily 11.30am-2am. 1/F, Landmark Towers, 8 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6590 6688 ext 2571) 硬石餐厅, 朝阳区

路19号三里屯Village南区4号楼3层S4-32

东三环北路8号亮马河大厦西大堂

Hopfenstube See Dining Directory under “German.”

YUNNAN Dali Courtyard Atmospheric decor, easy-going hospitality and delicious food. Set menu only. Voted “Outstanding Yunnan” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am9.30pm. 67 Xiaojingchang Hutong, Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (8404 1430) 大

The House Two-ﬂoor electronic music mecca. Daily 9pm-6am. Workers' Stadium North Gate, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6551 3936) 朝阳区工体北路工人体育场北门

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Middle 8th Restaurant Comfortable, hip Yunnan restaurant. Try the Yunnan-style spare ribs and the dragon beans. Voted “Best Yunnan” in our 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. 1) Daily 11am-11.30pm. Zhongba Lou, Sanlitun Zhongjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 0629); 2) Daily 11am-10.30pm. R17, Zhongguancun Pedestrian Mall, 15 Zhongguancun Dajie, Haidian District. (5172 1728) 中八楼, 1) 朝阳区三里屯中街中八楼; 2) 海淀区中关村大街15号中关村广场步行街R17

NIGHTLIFE BARS & CLUBS 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)

2 Kolegas Intimate music venue. 21 Liangmaqiao Lu (inside the drive-in movie theater park), Chaoyang District. (6436 8998, 2kolegas@163.com) www.2kolegas.com 两个好朋友, 朝阳区亮马桥路21号（燕莎桥往东 1500米路北汽车电影院内）

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号复地国际公寓1层

Alfa A mix of young expat professionals, students and local club-goers. Daily 6pm-3am. 6 Xingfu Yicun (in the alley opposite the north gate of Workers' Stadium), Chaoyang District. (6413 0086) 阿尔法, 朝阳区幸福一村6号工体北门对面的胡同里

Amilal Well-priced whiskeys, good beers and tiny living room-style ambiance make this one of Beijing’s best bars. Daily 2pm-late. 48 Shoubi Hutong (southeast of 66 Gulou Dongdajie), Dongcheng District. (8404 1416) 东城区鼓楼东大街66号东南侧寿比胡同48号院内

Aperitivo Popular for summer drinking. Daily 10am-late. 43 Sanlitun Houjie (next to Tongli Studio), Chaoyang District. (6417 7793) 意式餐吧, 朝阳区三里屯后街43号同里旁边

Apothecary Cocktails prepared with class and care. Also features a menu of Creole dishes prepared using house-made ingredients. Tue-Sat 7pm-late, Sun 6pm-late (kitchen closes 1am). 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6040) 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园3层

Aria See Dining Directory under “European.” Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm; bar 11am-midnight. 2/F, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2266 ext 6644) 阿郦雅, 朝阳区建国门外大街1号中国大饭店2层

Atmosphere Bar Expect spectacular views on a good day at Beijing’s highest bar. Failing that, you can count on the drinks being good. Mon-Fri noon-2am, Sat & Sun noon-4am. 80/F, China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 2299 ext 6433) 朝阳区光华路国贸3期80层(中国大饭店北侧)

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The Beach Sand-laden summer rooftop venue. Daily 7pm-late. 4/F, Block 8, 8 Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. (135 2188 2889) 朝阳区朝阳公园西路8号公馆4层

Huxley’s Shut Up and Drink: Not much more need be said, really. Daily 6pm-late. Yandai Xiejie (the street running diagonally between the Drum Tower and Yinding Bridge), Xicheng District. (6402 7825, info@shutupjustdrink. com) 德彼酒吧, 西城区烟袋斜街16号

蛙, 1) 顺义区天竺镇欲翔路99号北京欧陆时尚购物中心(欧陆广场)L312室; 2) 朝阳区三里屯北路 19号三里屯Village南区4号楼3层S4-30

The Bookworm Bright, airy and ﬁlled with books. Wine list features 40 options. Daily 9am-2am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6586 9507) www.chinabookworm.com 书虫书吧, 朝阳区工体北路 4号院

Buzz Chill out and relax in this intimate bar that features signature cocktails and an extensive collection of premium whiskeys, cognacs, wines and ports. Mon-Sat 6pm-1.30am. 1/F, The Westin Beijing, 9B Financial Street, Xicheng District. (6606 8866 ext 7825) 西城区金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Centro A surprisingly comfortable spot to down drinks from bottled beers to blue cheese martinis. Nightly live jazz performances. Daily 24hrs. 1/F, Shangri-La’s Kerry Centre Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6561 8833 ext 42) 炫酷, 朝阳区光华路 1号嘉里中心饭店1层

Champagne Bar Molecular mixology comes to town, plus bubbles. Daily 6pm-midnight. 2/F, Fairmont Beijing, 8 Yong’an Dongli, Chaoyang District. (8511 7777) 朝阳区建国门外大街永安东里8号北京华彬费尔蒙酒店2层

China Bar With one of the best views in town, this is deﬁnitely a place to impress. Daily 5pm-1am. 65/F, Park Hyatt, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (8567 1234) 朝阳区建国门外大街2号

Ciro’s Pomodoro See Dining Directory under “Italian.” D-22 A venue for new and experimental music. Tue-Sun 7pm-2am. 242 Chengfu Lu (two doors west of 13 Club), Haidian District. (6265 3177, charles@d22beijing.com) www. d22beijing.com.cn 海淀区成府路242号 Destination Men frequent this disco, and women who don’t want to be hit on do too. Daily 8pm-late. 7 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6552 8180) 目的地, 朝阳区工体西路7号 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

Enoterra Wine bar that serves good food as well. Voted “Outstanding Wine Selection” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 10am-2am. 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun

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Blue Frog The Sanlitun branch features a cocktail-heavy drinks menu and a patio. 1) Daily 10am-1am. L312, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (8046 6337); 2) Daily 10am-2am. S4-30, 3/F, Bldg 4, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 4030) www.bluefrog.com.cn 蓝

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Eudora Station Bar and Restaurant American food, a great terrace and live music. Bump City, featuring singer Greg Carroll (who formerly performed with Robert Palmer), plays a mix of Latin-inﬂuenced blues, jazz and rock & roll Wed-Sat 9.30pm-1am. Daily 9am2am. 6 Fangyuan Xilu (opposite Lido Plaza), Chaoyang District. (6437 8331/8813) 朝阳区芳园西路6号(丽都广场对面)

Fez Bar Bar on Agua’s rooftop. 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6188, 5208 6198) 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园4层 Flames Flawlessly mixed drinks. Live performances add an air of relaxation. Daily 11am-1am. Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888) 东城区王府井东街8号北京王府井西尔顿 Flamme International Grill See Dining Directory under “Steakhouses.“ Fuel Live music and sports, two KTV and Playstation-equipped private rooms and dishes including pizzas, gigantic ribs and a huge hamburger to share. Daily 11am-late. 1/F, Langham Place, 1 Er Jing Lu, Beijing Capital International Airport (southwest of Terminal 3), Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) http://beijingairport.langhamplacehotels.com 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店(T3航站楼西南)

George’s Smart cocktail bar from Beijing bar veteran George Zhou. Daily 3pm-2am. Near Gate 12, east side of Workers’ Stadium, Gongti Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6553 6299) 朝阳区工体东路工人体育场东门内12号进口

Great Leap Brewery Microbrewery in a siheyuan serves ales, pale ales, porters and other beers. Thu-Sat 5pm-midnight. 6 Doujiao Hutong (from Di'anmenwai Dajie, walk east down Fangzhuanchang Hutong until you hit Doujiao Hutong. Turn right then follow the road round to the left), Dongcheng District. (187 1007 7331) 大跃, 东城区豆角胡同6号

The Irish Volunteer This Irish bar stays true to the Irish culture, Guinness included (RMB 60). This two-room saloon also oﬀers food. Daily 9am-2am. Jiangtai Lu (opposite the east gate of the Lido Hotel), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区高家园小区平房311号(丽都饭店东门对面)

Jiang Hu Liveshow Bar Live music. Daily 7pm-2am. 7 Dongmianhua Hutong, Jiaodaokou Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (6401 4611) 江湖酒吧, 东城区交道口南大街东棉花胡同7号

Kokomo The lower level Mo Lounge is a minimalist bar with bed-style seats, the upper level one of Beijing’s best terraces. Sun-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sat 6pm-4am. 4/F Tongli Studios, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6413 1019, kokomobeijing@gmail.com) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里4层

Le Petit Gourmand/Le Zinc See Dining directory. 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 Long Bar Cocktails and live music by Terminal 3. Daily 4pm-1am. Hilton Beijing Capital Airport, Terminal 3, Capital International Airport, Chaoyang District. (6458 8888) 朝阳区首都机场3号航站希尔顿酒店

Loong Bar A large, classy bar with the size, ambition and prices to be Centro redux. Daily 5.30pm-2am. 2/F, JW Marriott Hotel, 83 Jianguo Lu, China Central Place, Chaoyang District. (5908 8906) 龙吧, 朝阳区华贸中心建国路83号JW万豪酒店2层

Luga’s Burritos, beer, tequila, chips and salsa, and frozen Margaritas. Daily 24hrs. Opposite Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Houjie, Chaoyang District. (6416 5154) 朝阳区三里屯后街同里对面 Luga’s Basement Australian and American beers and bar snacks including fried chicken and hot dogs. Daily 6pm-late. 1/F (below Luga’s Villa), 7 Sanlitun Beijie (behind 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯北街7号3.3购物中心后

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Luga’s Villa Cheap drinks and Mexican food. Set lunches available Mon-Fri. Daily happy hour 11am-8pm. Voted “Outstanding Mexican” in the Beijinger’s 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily 11am-2am. 7 Sanlitun Beijie (behind 3.3 Shopping Center), Chaoyang District. (6416 2575) www.lugas-beijing.com

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.

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

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.

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DIRECTORY / NIGHTLIFE–STYLE M Bar This sleek, elegantly decorated lounge features a circular central bar and a selection of well-mixed cocktails. Daily 6pm-2am. 6/F, Soﬁtel Beijing, Bldg C, Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (8599 6666 ext 6525) 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场C座索菲特酒店6层

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 Spanish restaurant with impressive top-ﬂoor terrace and lounge bar oﬀering stunning Sanlitun views. 6/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6061) 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园6层

Mix (Gongti) Like Vics. Daily 8pm-late. Inside the north gate of Workers’ Stadium, Chaoyang District. (6530 2889) 密克斯, 朝阳区工体北门内 Mix (Westin Chaoyang) Live jazz in the evenings and an extensive selection of champagnes, wines and whiskey. Daily 5pm-1am. 1/F, Westin Beijing Chaoyang, 7 Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5922 8000) 朝阳区东三环北路7号金茂北京威斯汀大饭店

My Life Unit 27, Bldg C, The Oﬃce Park, 10 Jintong Xilu (east of The Place), Chaoyang District. (8590 6488) 朝阳区金桐西路10号远洋光华国际大厦C座27单元(世贸天阶东侧)

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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Vil-

Ditan Park 2A, Andingmenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6421 4657) 地坛公园,

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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

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

The Saddle Cantina Tacos downstairs, a fuller range of Tex-Mex upstairs, and arguably Beijing’s strongest margaritas. Daily 11am-late. Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (5208 6005) www.beijingsaddle.com 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园2层

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 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

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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

Tango Karaoke at both locations, with a nightclub and concert/party space at Yonghegong. Daily 24hrs. 1) South Gate of Ditan Park (next to Jin Ding Xuan restaurant), Dongcheng District. (6428 2288); 2) Gongti Xilu (beneath Gongti 100 bowling alley), Chaoyang District. (6551 9988) www.tanguo.com 糖果, 1) 东城

普拉那啤酒坊餐厅, 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店

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) 西城区金融大街乙9号北京金融街威斯汀大酒店1层

Pomme O’Shea’s All about carbo-loading with the draft beer and the sports channel here. Tue-Sun 11.30am-late. 19 Kaifa Lu, Xibaixinzhuang, Houshayu, Shunyi District. (8046 2558) 石榴园, 顺义区后沙峪西白辛庄开发路19号

Portal Around-the-clock bar and internet hub. Daily 24hrs. 1/F, Langham Place, 1 Er Jing Lu, Beijing Capital International Airport (southwest of Terminal 3), Chaoyang District. (6457 5555) http://beijingairport.langhamplacehotels.com 朝阳区首都机场二经路1号朗豪酒店 (T3航站楼西南)

Press Club Bar Nixon drank here, you know. Daily 5pm-1am. 1/F, St. Regis Hotel Beijing, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (6460 6688 ext 2360) 记者吧, 东城区建国门外

Tongzhou Canal Park Tongzhou District (close to Tongzhou Beiyuan metro station on the Batong Line). (8952 3044) 通州运河公园,

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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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

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Purple Haze Courtyard See Dining Directory under “Thai.“

Riverbank Café & Bar 1/F, FX Hotel, 39 Maizidian Xijie, Chaoyang District. (6506 8277)

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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

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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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Terra See Dining Directory. Tim’s Texas Bar-B-Q Meat-eater friendly bar-restaurant with popular quiz night. 2 for 1 happy hour every Monday-Friday from 3-7pm. Daily 9am-midnight. 14 Dongdaqiao Lu (on the corner of Guanghua Lu), Chaoyang District. (6591 9161) www.timsbarbq.com Tim’s 熏烤房, 朝阳区东大桥路14号贵友大厦正北200米

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 2010 Reader Restaurant Awards. Daily noon-2am. 43 Sanlitun Beijie (100m west of Sanlitun North Bar street, Youyi Youth Hostel, behind Poachers Inn), Chaoyang District. (6415 1954) 隐蔽的树, 朝阳区三里屯北街以西100米Poachers后面三里屯医院旁

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STYLE 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 hardto-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 Eat ribs and burgers, drink pints and watch sport on the TV. Mon-Fri 11am-11pm,Sat-Sun 11am-midnight. S6-31, 3/F, Bldg 6, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6415 9117) 优年美式餐厅, 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯Village南区6号楼3层S6-31

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

Vineyard Wine Experience DIY wine. Daily 9am-9pm. Unit 1030, 3/F, Bldg 10, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5128 9169) www.vwe99.com 梵雅红酒体验坊, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho西区 10号楼商铺三层1030

The Wine Republic Mon-Fri 9am6pm. Rm 303, Bldg 11, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5869 7050, info@thewinerepublic.com) www. thewinerepublic.com 朝阳区东三环路39号建外 Soho11座303室

What Bar Tiny bar hosting local rock bands. Daily 4pm-late. 72 Beichang Jie (just north of the west gate of the Forbidden City), Xicheng District. (133 4112 2757) 什么酒吧, 西城区北长街72号(故宫西门往北)

The 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 1号朝阳公园西门

Writers Bar Caviar and oysters complement the wide selection of cocktails and cigars. Daily noon-midnight. Raﬄes Beijing Hotel, Main Lobby, 33 Dongchang’an Jie, Dongcheng District. (6526 3388 ext 4181) 作家酒吧, 东城区东长安街33号, 北京饭店莱佛士一层

ACCESSORIES & JEWELRY DimSum of all things Asian (D-SATA) Bags and jewelry of sophisticated design, all made from 100% natural and recycled materials collected on travels throughout Asia. 1) Wed-Sun 10am-6pm. 2/F, E District, Qixing Xijie, 798 Art District, Dashanzi, Chaoyang District. (5978 9605, 134 3966 4067 (for private viewings), mail@d-sata.com); 2) Daily 1-9pm or by appointment. Unit A116, 1/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8559 1587, 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

Thaiv Elegant boutique where popular local labels abound, along with its own house collection of pearl jewelry. Daily 10.30am-9pm. Unit 105, Bldg 1, Central Park, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6533 6769) 太屋, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号万通新城国际1号楼105室

BEAUTY & 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

BODY ART Creation Tattoo Oﬀers tattooing, body piercing, microdermal treatments and tattoo removal. Daily 11am-8pm. Rm 4309, 3/F, Bldg 4, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 1886, contact@tianxiciqing.com) www.tianxiciqing. com 天喜青, 朝阳区朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho4号楼3层4309号

CLOTHING DVF (Diane Von Furstenberg) M3006, 3/F, Shin Kong Place, 87 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District. (5738 2502) 朝阳区建国路87号新光天地3层M3006

H&M Daily 10am-10pm. 1) Xidan Joy City, 131 Xidan Beidajie, Xicheng District. (6706 0508); 2) Raﬄes City, 1 Dongzhimen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (8409 4199) 1) 西城区西单

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

北大街131号西单大悦城; 2) 东城区东直门南大街1号来福士广场

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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) 愚公移山, 东城区平安大道张自忠路3-2号(地铁五号线张自忠路站往西100米)

Zeta Bar Boasts style, chrome cages that house the extensive wine collection hang from the high ceiling. Mon-Thu 6pm-2am, Fri-Sun 6pm-3am, Sun close. 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5865 5050) 颐达吧, 朝阳区东三环北路东方路1号希尔顿饭店2层

MUSIC FESTIVALS Beijing Yuyang International Ski Resort 688, Dawuwang Village, Donggaocun County, Pinggu District (5869 3355) www.yuyangski. com.cn 北京渔阳国际滑雪场, 平谷区东高村镇

Hardly Ever’s This successful Hong Kong menswear chain delivers urban ﬂair to Gulou. Daily 10.30am-11.30pm. 62 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. (153 2128 3290) 东城区鼓 JNBY An oasis of cotton, wool and linen in a city of spandex and rayon. 1) Sanlitun Village South (next to Yashow), 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District.; 2) Daily 10am-10pm. 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District.; 3) Daily 9am-9.30pm. Northeastern corner of Shuangyushu intersection (next to Shuangan Plaza), Zhongguancun Nandajie, Haidian District. (8251 1139) www.jnby.com 江南布衣, 1) 朝阳区三里屯路19号院三里屯 Village; 2) 朝阳区光华路甲9号; 3) 海淀区双榆树十字路口东南角在双安大厦旁边

Lara Trendy clothes and accessories imported from all over Asia. 1/F, Rm 8, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan, Chengfu Lu (west of Wudaokou subway station), Haidian District. (8286 7760) 海淀区海淀区成府路五道口华清嘉园12号楼8号一层(五道口城铁站西边)

New Project Center (NPC) Menswear with urban ﬂair. Daily noon-10pm. 1/F, Nali Patio,

MAY 2011

DIRECTORY / STYLE 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (138 1016 4347) www.newprojectcenter.com 朝阳区三里

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

屯路81号那里花园1层

NLGX Design Store A Beijing-based independent apparel brand and design community. Sun-Thu 9.30am-10pm, FriSat 11am-midnight. 33 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (6404 8088) www.nlgx. org 东城区南锣鼓巷33号

D2001-1店铺

Healing Touch Massage Center 1) Room 808, Bldg 3, Jianwai Soho, Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 7706); 2) Rm 1511, East Tower, Van Palace Residences, 2 Guandongdian Nanjie (near China World, 50m from Kerry Centre), Chaoyang District. (5131 6428, 5131 6433, 135 2191 4149) 1) 朝阳区东

Plastered T-shirts Funky take on the diversity and beauty of everyday Beijing life. Daily 10am-10pm. 61 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District. (134 8884 8855) www. plasteredtshirts.com 东城区南锣鼓巷61号

三环中路建外Soho,3号楼808室; 2) 朝阳区关东店南街2号(嘉里中心和中国大饭店附近)旺座中心东塔1511室

Stradivarius Zara’s smaller sister brand. Daily 10am-10pm. Unit 101, Bldg 1, UTown Shopping Center, 2 Sanfeng Beili, Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (5977 5780) STR悠唐, 朝阳区朝外大街三丰北里

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

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Triple-Major Concept store renowned for exclusively stocking a number of experimental, avant-garde designers. Tue-Sun 1-8pm. 81 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District. (840 20763) 东城区宝钞胡同81号

HOME DECOR The Big 8s A local vintage shop specializing in collecting, renewing and redesigning household objects from the ‘60s-‘80s. 27 Beiluogu Xiang (near Gulou Dongdajie and Andingmen), Dongcheng District. (131 6159 2011) www.thebig8s.com, rosemansion. blogbus.com 东城区北锣鼓巷27号 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

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

MAY 12: THE BEACH OPENING PARTY Get sand in your shoes.

6309) (8579 2458) www.lilysantiques.com; 2) Visit by appointment. Baimiao industry area, Songzhuang, Tongzhou District. (6572 9746, 138 0139 6309) 华伦古典家具, 1) 朝阳区高碑店家俱一条街69号; 2) 通州区工厂地址,通州区宋庄镇白庙村工业大院

Shanghai Memory Daily 10am-7pm. 27 Guozijian Hutong, Dongcheng District. (136 8369 8283) 十里洋场, 东城区国子监胡同27号 Shanghai Trio High-quality homewares inﬂuenced by everyday life in China. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat-Sun 11am-7pm. B1/F, NLG38, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6417 3606) 上海组合, 朝阳区三里屯路11号Village北区地下1层NLG-38单

SPAS & MASSAGE 99 Massage and Spa Center Daily 11ammidnight. Rm 703, E-Tower C12, Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6501 0799) 99按摩中心, 朝阳区光华路丙12号数码01大厦703室(嘉里中心与国贸之间）

Anantara Spa Daily 10am-10pm (ﬂexible opening hours on request). The Commune, Shuiguan Great Wall, Badaling Gaosulu, Yanqing County. (8118 1888 ext 5100/01, anantaraspa@commune.com.cn) 延庆县八达岭高速路水关长城出口长城脚下的公社凯宾斯基饭店

IQ Air IQ Air has been providing air-cleaning solutions for more than 45 years. 1) 4/F, 417 Seasons Place, 2 Jinchengfang Jie, Xicheng District. (6622 0179, info@iqair-china.com); 2) Rm 2201-02, Air China Plaza, 36 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8447 5800, 400 650 1266, info@iqair-china.com); 3) 2LY1-05, Solana Lifestyle Shopping Center, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (5905 6768, info@iqair-china.com); 4) 4/F, Europlaza, 99 Yuxiang Lu, Tianzhu, Shunyi District. (6457 1922, info@iqair-china.com) www.iqair-china. com 1) 西城区金城坊街金融街417号四层; 2) 朝

Beijing Salon Vajra Catering to clients who demand very personal service. Mon-Sat 10am8pm. S106, Glory World Apartments, 18 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. (6551 6461/2/3) www. vajra.com.hk 画间沙龙, 朝阳区工体西路18号光彩国际公寓S106

MAY 2011

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Catherine de France Hair and Beauty Salon International and local stylists, colorists and beauticians oﬀer an holistic hair and beauty experience. Daily 10am-8pm. 1) 2/F, Riviera Plaza, 5 Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District. (8470 4639, 150 1081 6856, riviera@cdefrance.com); 2) Nali Mall, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6417 3029, riviera@cdefrance.com) C美发沙龙, 1) 朝阳区来广营东路5号香江广场2层; 2) 朝阳区三里屯北路那里商城内

db tanning Daily, 11am-9pm. Rm 307, Bldg 4, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu,, Chaoyang District. (5900 0427) db 日晒沙龙, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho4号楼307商铺

Dragonﬂy Therapeutic Retreat 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

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

区东三环中路39号建外Soho2号楼1801室

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,

南区9号楼 S9-30

The Brickyard Inn and Retreat Center at Mutianyu Great Wall 100m South of Yingbeigou Cun, Huairou District. (6162 6506, info@brickyardatmutianyu.com) www. brickyardatmutianyu.com 瓦厂, 怀柔区怀柔区

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

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

Chaoyang District. (6417 9595) www.bodhi. com.cn 菩提会所, 朝阳区工体北路17号

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

阳区霄云路36号国航大厦2201-02室; 3) 朝阳区朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾购物中心2LY1-05; 4) 顺义区天竺镇裕翔路99号欧陆广场4层

Lily’s Antiques Furniture The most famous furniture dealer in Beijing, renowned for its authentic antiques and reproductions. 1) Daily 8.30am-6pm. Gaobeidian Showroom, 6 Gaobeidian Furniture Street, Chaoyang District. Contact Lily Quan (6572 9746, 138 0139

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

essensuals Sister brand to Toni & Guy. 1) Daily 10am-10pm. Rm. 105-106, Tower F, Sunshine 100, 2 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District (6585 9288, fax 6585 9388); 2) Daily 10am-9pm. Unit 303, 3/F, IFC Mall, 1-3 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District (8444 2388, fax 8444 2488); 3) Daily 9am-10pm. Unit 15/16, 4/F, Chaoyang Joy City, Chaoyang Beilu,Chaoyang District (8551 5800); 4) Daily 10am-9pm. Unit 228, B1, Tower B, Sanlitun Soho, 8 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District (5935 9717) 彩秀, 1) 朝阳区光华路2号阳光100国际公寓F座1层105-106; 2) 朝阳区新源南路1-3号都汇天地商场3层303号; 3) 朝阳区朝阳北路101号朝阳大悦城4层15/16号; 4)朝阳区工人体育场北路8号院三里屯Soho B座 B1-228室

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 11am-11pm. 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

I-Spa Daily 10.30am-midnight (last appointment 11pm). 6/F, InterContinental Financial Street Beijing, 11 Jinrong Jie, Xicheng District. (5852 5888 ext 5601) 西城区金融街11号金融街洲际酒店6层

Kocoon 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

LeSpa Daily 11am-11pm. 5/F, Soﬁtel Beijing,

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DIRECTORY / STYLE–A&C–SPORTS 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

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

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Quan Spa at Marriott Beijing City Wall Daily 3pm-midnight. 7 Jianguomen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (5811 8187) 东城区建国门南大街7号

Salon 88 An international chain of hair salons oﬀering consistent quality at economical prices. Daily 9am-10pm. 1) 6712 6081. 118 Carrefour Fu Gui Yuan, Block 3, South DongHuaShi, Chongwen District.; 2) 394 Zhongtancun, East Xiaokou Town, Changping District. (139 1135 2069); 3) PJWJ 103, Huacai Center, 16 Guangshun Dajie, Chaoyang District. (136 0115 0326); 4) Daily 9am-10pm. 1/F, Chuangyijia Carrefour, 6B Beisanhuan Donglu, Chaoyang District. (139 1055 3427); 5) Daily 9am-10pm. Store 310, Tongzhou Carrefour, 48 Jiukeshu Xilu, Tongzhou District. (137 0117 9323); 6) Daily 9am-10pm. 109, Shuangjing Carrefour, Jiulong Shangsha, 31 Guangqu Lu, Chaoyang District. (139 1016 9259); 7) Daily 9am-10pm. 107-108, Maliandao Carrefour, 11 Maliandao Lu, Xuanwu District. (135 0101 1627); 8) Daily 9am-10pm. B1/F, 15-16, Zhongguancun Carrefour, Zhongguancun Xiqu, Haidian District. (136 0139 2562) 1) 崇文区东花市南里三区底商裙房富贵苑家乐福118号; 2) 昌平区东小口镇中滩村394号家乐福购物中心No.212; 3) 朝阳区广顺大街16号华彩中心PJWJ 103; 4) 朝阳区北三环东路乙6号创益佳家乐福一层; 5) 通州区九棵树西路48号通州家乐福310号; 6) 朝阳区广渠路 31号九龙商厦双井家乐福109号; 7) 宣武区马连道路11号马连道家乐福107-108; 8) 海淀区中关村西区中关村家乐福地下一层15&16号

The Spa at Hilton Beijing Wangfujing Nine treatment suites, including a Vichy shower room where guests can lie on a bed and let the full-body cascade of water pulse away all their fatigues and pains. Daily 10am-11pm. 6/F, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 Wangfujing East Street, Dongcheng District. (5812 8888 ext 8560) 东城区王府井东大街8号北京王府井希尔顿6层

Tai Dian Massage Salon Japanese brand with 25 years of expertise. 1) Daily 10am-2am. Rm 305, Bldg 6, Jianwai Soho, 39 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (5869 8200, 5869 0707) ; 2) Daily 10am-2am. Bldg 4, Area 2, Shuanghuayuan Nanli (100m west of Melody KTV), Chaoyang District. (8751 6223) 1)泰殿养生会馆, 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外Soho6号楼 305室 2) 朝阳区双花园南里三区四号楼 (双井麦乐迪向西一百米华夏银行北侧)

TATA Swanky salon in Gongti. Daily 10am10pm. Workers’ Stadium North Gate, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8511 3880) 朝阳区工体北路工人体育场北门

Toni & Guy British international hair salon

Carol & Luc Personalized service and superior fabrics. Carol turns out clothing for men, women and children, as well as bags, cuﬄinks and ties. 2-piece suit: RMB 1,000-10,200; RMB 400-700 (bring your own fabric). 3-piece suit: RMB 1,200-10,500; RMB 500-800 (bring your own fabric). Capable English. Daily 9am-9pm. Unit 5-12, 1/F, Bldg 5, Jianguomenwai, Diplomatic Residence Compound, Chaoyang District. (8532 3817; 138 1005 1411, cltailors@gmail.com) www. thebeijingtailor.com/english/top.html 朝阳区建国门外5楼1层5-12号

Dave’s Custom Tailoring Perpetuating the Shanghainese tradition of handmade suits. Savile Row quality. Daily 10am-7pm. Stall104, Kerry Centre Shopping Mall, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (8529 9433) 朝阳区光华路

fabric). 3-piece suit: RMB 800-1,150; RMB 500 (bring your own fabric). Also, fantastic clothing alterations at reasonable prices. B/1F, Huayuan Zhixing, 6 Dongdaqiao Xiejie, Chaoyang District. (131 2040 5368) 朝阳区东大桥斜街6号华源之星地下1层

Tom Custom Tailoring A friendly perfectionist. 2-piece suit: RMB 1,600-10,200 (Italian); RMB 850 (bring your own fabric). 3-piece suit: RMB 2,000-10,500; RMB 1,150 (bring your own fabric). Capable English. 1/F, Rosedale Hotel, Jiangtai Xilu, Chaoyang District (138 0133 3256) 将台西路珀丽酒店1层 Yashow 3066 This tailor has outﬁtted visiting big shots. User-friendly catalogue of Chinese attire, tuxedos and evening gowns. Suits can be ready within two to seven days. 2-piece suit: RMB 1,000-2,500. 3-piece suit: RMB 1,300-2,800. Capable English. Door-todoor service available. Daily 9.30am-9pm. Stall 3066, Yashow Market, Chaoyang District. (6413 2432, 137 0132 0756) 雅时裁缝店, 朝阳区雅秀市场3066

里屯北路19号院三里屯 Village南区 6 号楼

Sony Store Daily 10am-10pm. L330, 3/F, South Bldg, The Place, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (6587 1350) 索尼探梦, 朝阳区光华路9号世贸商业中心南街3层L330号

ARTS & CULTURE GALLERIES 798 Space Dashanzi art district, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6438 4862, 6437 6248) www.798space.com 798 时态空间, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号798大山子艺术区

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

Babu Space N2-40, Sanlitun Village North, 11 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6415 8616) www.babu-space.com 朝阳区三里屯北路11号三

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

Lisa’s Tailor Shop A 3.3 Mall tailor that stands out due to word-of-mouth. 2-piece suit: RMB 800-1,500. RMB 450 (bring your own fabric). 3-piece suit: RMB 1,000-2,000. RMB 550 (bring your own fabric). Suits can be ready within 24 hours. Limited English. Daily 11am-10pm. 3006, 3/F, 3.3 Shopping Center, 33 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (139 1079 8183) www.beijingtailor.com 朝阳区三里屯北街 33号3.3购物中心3层3006号

Senli & Frye Whether you favor traditional Saville Row or avant-garde Dior Homme, they oﬀer Beijing’s largest selection of imported English fabric. By appointment. 1/F, Yaxing Bldg, 46A Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6463 5849) 森力&梅, 朝阳区亮马桥路甲46号亚星大厦1层

Tailor He Chinese-speaking only. 2-piece suit: RMB 650-1,000; RMB 400 (bring your own

义区崔各庄乡，何各庄村一号院; 2) 朝阳区工体北路4号院

CINEMAS Broadway Cinematheque MOMA (BC MOMA) North area of Dongzhimen MOMA, 1 Xiangheyuan Lu, Dongzhimen, Chaoyang District. (8438 8258) www.sagacinema.com 当代MOMA百老汇电影中心, 朝阳区东直门香河园路1号, 万国城北区（二环路东北角）

THEATERS Forbidden City Concert Hall Inside Zhongshan Park, Xichang'an Jie, Xicheng District. (6559 8285) www.fcchbj.com 中山公园音乐堂, 西城区西长安街中山公园内

National Centre For The Performing Arts (NCPA) 2 Chang’an Jie, Xicheng District. (6655 0000) www.chncpa.org 国家大剧院, 西城区西长安街2号

National Indoor Stadium Olympic Green, Beichen Lu (Inside Olympic Green, northwest corner of the Datun Lu and Beichen Donglu intersection), Chaoyang District. (6669 9185) 国家体育馆, 朝阳区北辰路奥林匹克公园 (奥林匹克公园内,大屯路和北辰东路十字路口西北角)

Poly Theatre Poly Plaza, 14 Dongzhimen Nandajie, Dongcheng District. (6500 1188 ext 5126/5127) www.polytheatre.com 保利剧院, 东城区东直门南大街14号保利大厦1层

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 22院街艺术区

Workers’ Gymnasium Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6501 6300) 工人体育馆, 朝阳区工体北路

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

D&J Fine Tailoring 2-piece suit: RMB 9005,000; RMB 800 (bring your own fabric). 3-piece suit: RMB 1,000-6,000; RMB 1,000 (bring your own fabric). Capable English. Daily 10am-9pm. Unit B017, B1/F, Guanghua Lu Soho, 22 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. (135 2249 0981, juneyellow@hotmail.com) www. tailorbeijing.com 朝阳区光华路22号光华路

楼1门103(京客隆超市斜对面)

BOOKSTORES The Bookworm 1) Mon-Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 8am-5pm. First courtyard, Hegezhuang Village, Shunyi District. (6431 2108, books@beijingbookworm.com); 2) Daily 9am2am. Courtyard 4, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6586 9507, books@beijingbookworm. com, kidsclub@beijingbookworm.com) www.chinabookworm.com 书虫书吧, 1) 顺

里屯Village北区N2-40单元

红一号D座

Fei Fei Locals swear by this tailor for everything from dress shirts to linen suits. 2-piece suit: RMB 1,600-2,000; RMB 680 (bring your own fabric). 3-piece suit: RMB 2,100-2,700; RMB 960 (bring your own fabric). Limited English. Daily 8am-9pm. 35-1-103, Xinyuanli Compound (opposite Jingkelong Supermarket), Chaoyang District. (8455 1939, 133 6627 5682) 菲菲裁缝店, 朝阳区新源里35号

中心, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区

TECHNOLOGY Apple Flagship Store Daily 10am-10pm. Bldg 6, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (6419 8900) 朝阳区三

1号嘉里中心104单元

Soho地下1层B017室

District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8459 9269) www.ucca.org.cn 尤伦斯当代艺术

画廊, 朝阳区草场地村104号

Imagine Gallery 8 Feijiacun Yishu Gongzuoshi, Feijiacun, Laiguangying Donglu, Chaoyang District. (6438 5747, 139 1091 7965, laetitia.gauden@imagine-gallery.com) www. imagine-gallery.com 想象画廊, 朝阳区来广营东路同达生态园对面费家村东路8号艺术工作室

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

Jing Yi Art Space 319 Caochangdi Village, Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District. (8456 7945, jingyiartspace@gmail.com) 静艺空间, 朝

TAKE 5 FREE-FLOW THE BEIJINGER 2011 READER BAR & CLUB AWARDS Enjoy free-flow drinks until midnight with your favorite listings magazine. RMB 100 (general public, 9pm onwards), free (VIP invite only). May 19, 7pm-3am. Tango (6551 9988)

DREI KRONEN

Free-flow on four house-brewed beers – but drink fast to make the most of your RMB 198 throwdown. May 6-15, 6-10.30pm. (6503 5555)

阳区朝阳区草场地村319号

Li-Space Red No. 1-F, Caochangdi, Chaoyang District. (5127 3272, info@li-space.com) www. li-space.com 荔空间,朝阳区草场地红一号F座 Pékin Fine Arts Wed-Sun 10am-6pm. 241,Caochangdi, Cuigezhuang,, Chaoyang District. (5127 3220) www.pekinﬁnearts.com 艺门画廊, 朝阳区崔各庄乡草场地村241号

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)

MUSEUMS Ullens Center for Contemporary Art (UCCA) Tue-Sun 10am-7pm. Dashanzi Art

ENOTERRA

Toast the new terrace with freeflow red or white wine for RMB 100. Mon-Fri, 4-8pm. (5208 6076)

HOPFENSTUBE

RMB 88 gets you all the light, dark and wheat beer you can drink. Fri-Sat, 6.30-9pm. (5909 6666/6622)

JUICY

If you want to get drunk fast, Wednesday’s open bar will keep you happy. Until you wake up. RMB 30 (girls), RMB 70 (guys). (6593 0610)

MAY 2011

DIRECTORY / SPORTS–LIVING SPORTS

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

FOOTBALL ClubFootball 9am-6pm. Unit A212, Door 3, A1 Zone, Huadeng Building, 14 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5130 6893/4/5/6, coaching@wanguoqunxing.com) www.clubfootball.com.cn 万国群星足球俱乐部, 朝阳区酒仙桥路14号兆维华登大厦A1区3门212室

Ganluyuan Football Ganluyuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (8575 7236) www.gfootballclub.com 朝阳区甘露圆南里二区球场 International Friendship Football Club (IFFC) Contact Robert (6234 7106, info@iﬀc1994.com) www.iﬀc1994.com O’le Football Daily 9am-11pm. 5 Dongshimencun Lu, Baiziwan Qiao, Dongsihuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. (6776 0608) 朝阳区东四环中路百子湾桥东石门村路5号

Women's Football Contact Weiwei (8526 2420 ext 111, wf7788@yahoo.com.cn)

HIKING & CAMPING Beijing Hikers Suite 1907, Building 107, Jiangfu Jiayuan, Tuofangying Lu, Jiuxianqiao, Chaoyang District. (6432 2786, info@beijinghikers.com) www. beijinghikers.com 朝阳区酒仙桥驼房营路将府家园107号楼1907

MAY 8: BRUNCH BUFFET Time for Mom to chill out.

Dajie, Chaoyang District. (139 1056 6742, info@theﬁgtree.cn) www.theﬁgtree.cn 朝阳区朝阳区朝外大街朝外Soho702室A座

Dandelion Hiking (131 2478 8581) www. chinahiking.cn 蒲公英远足

MOTORSPORTS U-Speed Go-Karting Open year round, this giant indoor karting centre offers much more than its choice of four-stroke, 160cc and 200cc go-karts. The centre also offers VIP rooms, a games room – with pool, table football and arcades – and a bar-restaurant. Ideal for conferences, team building and celebrations. Mon-Fri 1pm-1am, Sat-Sun 11am-1am. 1 Siyuan Qiao, Jingshun Lu (near Courtyard by Marriott Beijing Northeast Hotel), Chaoyang District. (136 0128 1318, rockqoffroad@yahoo.com.cn) www.u-speed.com 朝阳区四元桥1号(京密路进京方向辅路,四元桥旁)

RUNNING & TRAINING Beijing Hash House Harriers Contact Dave “Minime” White (beijinghhhowner@yahoogroups.com) www.hash.cn, www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/beijinghhh Triathlon Beijing (TriBeijing) (tribeijing@gmail.com) www.tribeijing.org

The Hutong One of Beijing’s best informal cooking schools. 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong (southeast of Beixinqiao subway station), Dongcheng District. (159 0104 6127, info@the-hutong.com) www.the-hutong. com 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号(北新桥地铁站东南边）

International Newcomers’ Network Function Rm, 3/F, Athletic Center, Capital Mansion, 6 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8486 2225 ext 110, innbeijing@hotmail.com) www. innbeijing.org 朝阳区新源南路6号京城大厦康乐中心3层

The Yin Yang Community Center Nonproﬁt dedicated to physical and spiritual rejuvenation through classes, therapy, support groups and healing. Mon-Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 8am-5pm. The First Courtyard, Hegezhuang Village (across from The Orchard; call for directions), Chaoyang District. (6431 2108) www. yinyangbeijing.com 易阴阳社区中心, 朝阳区崔各庄乡何各庄村一号院(果园对面)

FURTHER EDUCATION

Alona Pilates Studio 7.30am-9.30pm. 5/F, Heavenly Spa, Westin Beijing Chaoyang Hotel, 1 Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (139 1029 0260, voselena@hotmail.com) www.alonastudiobeijing.com 朝阳区新源南路1号北京威斯汀朝阳大饭店5层天梦水疗内

Yoga Yard Mon-Thu 7.15am-9.30pm, Fri-Sun 7.15am-8pm. 6/F, Bldg 17 Gongti Beilu (across from the north gate of Workers' Stadium), Chaoyang District. (6413 0774, info@yogayard. com) www.yogayard.com 瑜珈苑, 朝阳区工体

黑芝麻胡同3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 29号安家楼肯特中心院内

Culture Yard A fun environment for locals and expats alike to interact. 9am-late. 10 Shique Hutong, Dongcheng District. (8404 4166, contact@cultureyard.net) www.cultureyard.net 东城区石雀胡同10号 The Fig Tree Specializes in pastry making courses and catering events. The head instructor studied at Le Cordon Bleu in London. 202, Bldg A, Chaowai Soho, Chaowai

MAY 2011

Beijing Intech Eye Hospital Fifteen years of eye care experience, including emergency treatment, telephone consultations, laser vision corrective surgery and preventative care. On-site shop sells frames and lenses. The VIP clinic has English-speaking staﬀ, many of whom trained overseas. Oﬀers direct billing to many international insurance companies. Daily 8.30am-4.30pm. 1/F, 4-5/F, Panjiayuan Plaza, 12 Panjiayuan Nanli, Chaoyang District. (6771 5558, customerservice@intecheye.com) www.intecheye.com 英智眼科医院, 朝阳区潘家园南里12号潘家园大厦1层,4-5层

Beijing International SOS Clinic Medical services for the whole family. Daily 24hrs. Suite 105, Wing 1, Kunsha Building, 16 Xinyuanli, Chaoyang District. (6462 9112, 24hr: 6462 9100, china.inquiries@internationalsos.com) www.internationalsos.com 北京国际救援中心,

世纪荣和儿科门诊部, 顺义区北京市顺义区天竺镇丽苑街荣和商业中心19号楼K-01

北路17号楼6层工人体育场北门对面

Black Sesame Kitchen Food writer Jen-Lin Liu’s cooking school, where students can “cook, socialize, dine and wine.” 3 Heizhima Hutong, Dongcheng District. (136 9147 4408) www.blacksesamekitchen.com 东城区东城区

京美中宜和妇儿医院, 朝阳区朝阳区芳园西路9号

Beijing New Century Harmony Pediatric Clinic As a satellite clinic of renowned Beijing New Century International Children’s Hospital, Beijing New Century Harmony Pediatric Clinic has a strong team of experienced pediatricians and nurses from China and overseas. Harmony Pediatric Clinic provides a full range of multilingual healthcare services on a 7X24basis (7X12. 9am to 9pm during soft opening period). K-01, Building No. 19, Harmony Business Center, Liyuan Street, Tianzhu Zhen, Shunyi District. (6456 2599) www.ncich.com.cn 北京新

YOGA & PILATES

COMMUNITY GROUPS

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

朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心一座105室

龙滑雪场, 河北省张家口市崇礼县红花梁

LIVING

Korean) 朝阳区亮马桥路40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 Established in 1998 and oﬀers high standard, integrative preventive health screenings and medical care in a quiet and comfortable environment. Languages spoken: English, Japanese, Korean, German, Chinese. Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm; 24hour house call service. 40 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (8444 6168 English/ Chinese, 8444 6160 Japanese, 6468 6021

Beijing Tiantan Puhua International Hospital A private, international standard hospital offering emergency services as well as outpatient care. It is the first choice in hospital referral for head and spinal cord trauma. English-speaking staff on call 24-hours a day. Medical services include: neurology and neurosurgery, pediatrics, occupational and physical therapy, plastic surgery, hand surgery, orthopedics, ENT, oncology, check-ups, onsite imaging, and laboratory and pharmacy services. 8.30am-5.30pm. 12 Tiantan Nanli, Chongwen District, 800m west of the south gate of the temple of heaven, Chongwen District. (8911 6665, puhuachina@gmail.com) www.puhuachina.com, www.puhuachina.cn 北京天坛普华医院, 北京天坛普华体检中心, 崇文区天坛南里12号

Beijing United Family Shunyi Clinic Provides easily accessible, high-quality medical services and wellness promotion in the Beijing suburbs. Family medicine, family counseling, physical therapy, pediatrics, integrative medicine and travel medicine services are available throughout the week. Mon -Thu 9:30am - 7:30pm, Fri-Sun 9.30am-4.30pm.. ss: Unit 818, Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. (8046 5432, fax

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, 朝阳区将台路2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

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DIRECTORY / LIVING–EXPLORE 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

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

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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

院上地门诊部医学美容中心, 海淀区上地信息路 38号上地数码大厦B座

Hong Kong International Medical Clinic, Beijing Beijing’s first joint-venture medical organization operates according to international standards, has a high-quality international administration system and highly trained medical staff. Daily 9am-9pm (after 9pm minimal staff on duty). 9/F, office tower of the Swissotel, 2 Chaoyangmen Beidajie, Dongcheng District. (6501 4260, 6553 2288 ext 2345/6/7) www. hkclinic.com 北京港澳国际医务诊所, 东城区朝阳门北大街2号港澳中心瑞士酒店办公楼9层

International Medical Center (IMC) Foreign doctors are on-site 24hrs a day, oﬀering a wide range of medical services, including family medicine, psychological services, dental, Ob/Gyn, Pediatrics, TCM, etc. English, Chinese, Arabic, Russian are spoken. Drop-in service for travelers, on-site X-ray, ultrasound, laboratory. Daily 24hrs. S106, S111 Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmahe Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 1561/2/3, 6465 1384/28, marketing@imcclinics.com) 北京国际医疗中心,朝阳区亮马桥路50号燕莎中心写字楼1层S106

New Century International Children’s Hospital (NCICH) China’s premier international children’s hospital provides affordable pediatric care at international standards. Claims to have Beijing’s most qualified doctors and nurses, with private, safe family rooms and imported state-of-the-art equipment. Their English-speaking staff offer a full range of children’s healthcare services. Daily 8am5pm (full services), daily 24hrs (A+E services). 56 Nanlishi Lu (next to the east gate of the Beijing Children’s Hospital), Xicheng District. (6802 5588) www.ncich.com.cn 北京新世纪国际儿童医院, 西城区南礼士路56号 (北京儿童医院东门南侧)

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.inquirie s@internationalsos.com) www.internationalsos.com 北京国际救援中心, 朝阳区新源里16号琨莎中心一座105室

Beijing United Psychological Health Center BJU’s mental health professionals are all licensed in their home countries and have the credentials to practice legally in China. This team is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Beijing’s diverse community and practice only the highest standards of mental health care. Their very experienced staﬀ of multicultural, multilingual psychologists and psychiatrists can respond to personal, relationship, family and children’s issues. BJU’s counseling services are available in three locations in the city. For further information and appointments call 5927 7067. 1) Inside Beijing United Family Shunyi Clinic, Unit 818, Pinnacle Plaza, Tianzhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. (fcreception@ufh.com.cn); 2) Inside Beijing United Family Jianguomen Health & Wellness Center, B1/F, The St. Regis Residence, St. Regis Hotel, 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (fcreception@ufh. com.cn); 3) Inside Beijing United Family Hospital, 2 Jiangtai Lu (in the Lido area), Chaoyang District. (fcreception@ufh.com.cn) www.unitedfamilyhospitals.com 北京和睦家医院诊所,

2006 to help China’s urban migrant children, primarily through oﬀering social and educational programs. Mon-Fri 8.30am5.30pm. 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

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 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@vista-china.net) www.vista-china.net 维世达诊所, 朝阳区光华路1号嘉里中心B29

IMC Psychological and Family Counseling Services English-speaking Adult and Child Psychologist, licensed to practice in China, offers individual, couple, marriage and family therapy. He also conducts psychological, neuropsychological /educational testing, biofeedback therapy and hypnosis. He offers treatment for depression, anxiety, insomnia, eating disorders, sexual difficulties, alcohol and substance abuse, ADD, ADHD, autism, and learning problems in children. Speaks Chinese, Farsi and conversational Japanese. Daily 24hrs. S106, 1/F, Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (158 0131 9796, 6465 1561/2/3) www.imcclinics.com 朝阳区亮马桥路 50号燕莎中心写字楼1层S106

The Wellness Centre Professionally qualiﬁed and registered psychologist oﬀers consultation, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups. Extensive experience working with small children. Text Rina at 150 1008 0947 or e-mail rina290@gmail.com.

PET CARE/ANIMAL WELFARE 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

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

Cathay Paciﬁc 28/F, East Tower, Twin Towers, 12B Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (10800 852 1888/10800 152 1888) www. cathaypaciﬁc.com 朝阳区建国门外大街乙12号双子座大厦东塔28楼

Continental Airlines Rm 1708, Richen International Center, 13 Nongzhanguan Nanlu, Chaoyang District. (8527 6696) www.continental.com 美国大陆航空, 朝阳区农展馆南路13号瑞辰国际中心1708室

Dragonair 28/F, East Tower, Twin Towers, 12B Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 888 6628) www.dragonair.com 港龙航空, 朝阳区建国门外大街乙12号双子座大厦东塔28楼

Ethiopian Airlines Rm 203, China World Tower 2, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6505 0314/0315/9692, 137 0128 1105, 139 1021 0370, fax 6505 4120) www. ethiopianairlines.com 朝阳区建外大街1号国贸大厦2座203室

Finnair Rm 204, Scitech Hotel, 22 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (6512 7180, fax 6512 7182) www.ﬁnnair.com KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Rm 1609-1610, 16/F, Bldg 1, Kuntai International Mansion, 12A Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 880 8222) www.klm.com 荷兰皇家航空, 朝阳区朝阳门外大街乙12号昆泰国际大厦 1609-1610

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

SAS Scandinavian Airlines Rm 430, Beijing Sunﬂower Tower, 37 Maizidian Street, Chaoyang District. (8527 6100) www.ﬂysas.

com 北欧航空, 朝阳区麦子店街37号盛福大厦430室

Turkish Airlines W103, Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (6465 1867) www.thy.com 土耳其航空, 亮马桥路50号燕莎中心W103

United Airlines C/D1, 15/F, Tower A, Gateway Plaza, 18 Xiaguangli, Dongsanhuan Lu, Chaoyang District. (8468 6666) www.united. com 美国联合航空, 朝阳区东三环路霞光里18号佳程广场A座15层C/D1

TRAVEL AGENCIES Asialive Travel Tailored tours of domestic and Asia destinations. A2306, Zhaowei Huadeng Plaza, 14 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. (5823 7217, contact@asialive.net.cn) www.asialive.net.cn 朝阳区朝阳区酒仙桥路14号兆维华灯大厦A2区3门A2306室内

Beijing Citybus Tour Service Daily 9am-8pm. Rm 1207, Scitech Tower, 22 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. (400 650 0760) www.citybustour.com 北京赛笛芭诗城市观光旅行社, 朝阳区建国门外大街22号赛特大厦1207室

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

Mercurius World Travel Services A personalized and friendly travel agent that will provide continued English-language support for all of your international and domestic travel needs. 16G, Bldg B, Ginza Mall, 48 Dongzhimenwai Dajie, Dongcheng District. (5139 6161, info@m-worldtravel.com) www. m-worldtravel.com 东城区东直门外大街48号东方银座B座16G

Sunflower Travel Specializes in leisure and business travel, offering international and domestic trips, and customized trips to create a unique travel experience. 22D, Bldg B, Ginza Mall, 48 Dongzhimenwai Dajie(8447 6361) 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

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)朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号朝外SOHO A座3层3097; 2)海淀区远大路1号金源新燕莎4层4119; 3)昌平区立汤路186号龙德广场地下1层B118; 4)朝阳区广渠路33号石韵浩庭4号楼4底商

Lee Pet Animal Hospital Full-service veterinary center. Daily 24hrs. Unit 5-6, 9 Lincui Lu, Chaoyang District. (5821 3503) 乐宠丽派特动物医院, 朝阳区林萃路9号5-6底商. 电话

VOLUNTEER & NGOS Compassion for Migrant Children Nonproﬁt organization founded in early

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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 ¥4,800/month; 1 Br, 75m², ¥580/night or ¥6,800/month; 2 Br, 100m², ¥9,000 2 Br, 128m², ¥12,000 2+1 Br, 140m², ¥14,000 3 Br, 160m², ¥15,000 4 Br, 250m², ¥25,000 New MOMA - 万国城: Studio, 100m², ¥6,500 2 Br, 140m², ¥11,000 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 ¥12,000 3+1 Br, 245m², ¥23,000 3+1 Br, 260m², ¥28,000 International Wonderland - 首开幸福广场: 1 Br, 95-120m², ¥6,500 2 Br, 125 - 140m², ¥8,000 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

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, ¥8,000 2 Br. 90m², ¥9,000 Chaoyang Park Area: Palm Spring - 棕榈泉： 2 Br. 138m², ¥12,000 3 Br. 180m², ¥16,000 3 Br. 218m², ¥22,000 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 CBD Area: Central Park - 新城国际： Studio, 75m², ¥8,000 1 Br. 90m², ¥9,000 2 Br. 125m², ¥12,000 2 Br. 130m² duplex, ¥13,000 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

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Courtyard For Lease: Houhai 4 Br. 420m², Lake Side, ¥75,000 Dongsi 4 Br. 300m², ¥44,000 Sublet.CN FULL SERVICE: 24H Hotline: 008610-6493-8285, 6491-2993 Email: subletcn@gmail.com Website: http://www.sublet.cn Good View Property is an international real estate consultancy and investment advisory company. Consultants specialize in the leasing and purchasing of residential, retail and office properties in Beijing to provide clients with one-stop individualized solutions to their real estate needs. Please visit us at www.goodviewpro.com, call our hotline direct at 01065616166/13810684468 or email us at info@goodviewpro.com for a free consultation. SERVICE - AGENTS: REAL ESTATE see more at www.thebeijinger.com Savills is a leading international property services group providing comprehensive, yet personalized residential leasing services. As part of the relocation package, orientation, home and school searches, immigration services, lease negotiation and preparation, tenancy management, and renewals can all be provided. Our team of highly-experienced and dedicated consultants is committed to providing exceptional and uncompromised customer service. www.savills-china.com JRE Corporate has rapidly expanded since its foundation into one of the largest real estate companies focusing on residential services. We boast the widest range of properties, the lowest prices and the value-added complete after-sales services throughout the whole lease term. Tel:5108 8028, 5108 8048, 13701080877 Fax: 5108 8039 Email: Joanna@joannarealestate. com.cn NCL Real Estate Services NCL Commercial services focus on the office leasing service for foreign companies. provides international clients with customer-orientated, attentive and responsible value-added residential services. NCL offers a complete stress free relocation service to expatriates. 汇盛行房地产经纪公司 Lease & rent : Apartments, Villas, Offices, etc. ROOM120606 JIANWAI SOHO 建外SOHO12号楼606室 Tel: 58691028; 13911758308 www.bjncl.com Fudou, The most considerate consultant in real estate. Beijing’s first “housekeeper-style” real estate consultancy. Thinks about what you may ignore. Deals with what you have no time to do. Helps manage your extra-money over budget. We provide one-stop service solutions including house purchasing and renting, house cleaning, moving, and house renovation, to meet your various needs. We aim to help you find the ideal residence in Beijing, enabling you to enjoy the wonderful environment of Beijing that is getting for the Olympic Games. Office: Room 1108, Building 12,Wanda Plaza, 93# Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing Tel:8610-5820 4845 lydia@fdzygw.co 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

Waveland Realty is a leading residential and commercial property consulting company specializing in providing leasing and sale of superior properties, property management and investment consultation in the Beijing metropolitan area. Waveland Realty is one of the first and the best-known real estate companies in Beijing. Tel: 85805609/10/11 or 13901098016 Fax: 85805612 E-mail: sales@wavelandrealty.com SERVICES - BUSINESS CENTER see more at www.thebeijinger.com Vantone Commercial Center provides tenants a fully serviced office and conference center environment in the heart of both Chaoyang Business District and Financial Street. Our center located on the top floors of Vantone Center Tower D offers you fantastic panoramic views with professionally trained staff to support all your daily business needs. New World Vantone Business Center is ideally situated along the 2nd Ring Rd inside a landmark building. In addition, we have inhouse catering available to offer you the convenience of hosting events without seeking outside vendors. The Center is outfitted with high-end telecommunication, conference audio, video, lighting and office equipment ensuring unsurpassed quality and efficiency. www.VantoneCommercialCenter.com Tel: 010 8804 7200,5905 5905 SERVICES - AIR PURIFIERS see more at www.thebeijinger.com

IQAir: Air pollution is a major environmental concern for everyone. The air we breath effects our health and well-being. IQAir has been providing clean air solutions for more than 45 years. With a certified actual efficiency of at least 99.97%, our Health Pro 250 model has received more #1 ratings than any other product on the market. Call today for a free air quality assessment of your home or office. The IQAir Store: Room 2201-02, Air China Plaza, 36 Xiao Yun Lu, Chao Yang District, Beijing 北京市朝阳区霄云路36号国航大厦2201-02室 Tel: 010-8447 5800 / 5488 Service Hotline: 400-6501266 www.theiqairstore.com E-mail: info@theiqairstore.com SERVICES - AYI / HOUSEKEEPING see more at www.thebeijinger.com Beijing Ex-PATS Service Healthy, reliable, experienced, English-speaking housemaid / nanny. Free agency and 24- hour English service. Medical and Accident insurance covered. EXPATS Life Group also serves with Mandarin, car leasing, Visa, English-speaking driver, driving license, vehicle registration. Tel: 64381634, 13501237792 ada. han@expatslife.com www.expatslife.com Beijing Sunnyhome Housekeeping Service Co., Ltd Services: Cleaning, Ironing, Cooking, Baby-care. Etc. Tel: 010-52884727 www.bjayiservice.com, E-mail:home@bjayiservice.com Add: Room3022 ShiYi Hotel No.1 JiuXianQiao Lu Chaoyang District Beijing China Ayi Housekeeping Services is a branch of Shanghai Xun En Home Services, providing the advanced and professional, full time and part time home services: Housekeeping; Baby-sitter; Driver; Chinese & English tutor; Massage; Martial; Arts; Filipino Ayi, etc. Contact us: Tel: 010-65476698; 010-87016095; Mobile: 15201217243 / 131 4104 2715. 24 Hours. Email: chinaayi@yahoo.cn; www.chinaayi.com Beijing Ayi Service Company provides the experience and professional ayies (Nanny), driver and western cooking chef for foreigner families. And teach ayies western cooking etc. contact on: 60409096, 13641137690 (24 hours), email: service@beijingayiservice.com website: www.beijingayiservice.com

CLASSIFIEDS SERVICES - CARPETS see more at www.thebeijinger.com Khawachen’s Beijing store is brand new. However their hand-woven carpets made of pure Tibetan highland sheep wool, ornamented with exquisite Tibetan designs and symbolism have been widely acclaimed domestically and internationally since 1994. Enjoy your leisurely shopping at KhawachenPioneer of Tibetan rugs, in the beautiful Chaoyang park. Tel: 5905 6311 E-mall: khawachenrugs@hotmail.com Website: www. innerasiarugs.com 3-2 FA, Solana Park, No.6, Chaoyang Park Road, Chaoyang District. SERVICES - DECORATION/DESIGN see more at www.thebeijinger.com DURAVIT Almost 190 years ago Duravit’s history began in Hornberg in the Black Forest in Germany. George Friedrich Horn founded a small factory, initially producing earthenware crockery and giving way vto the manufacture of sanitary ceramics at the beginning of the 20th century. Since then Duravit has been solely dedicated to “Living Bathrooms” and today oﬀers complete bathroom solutions with ceramic sanitaryware, bathroom furniture and the recently established Bathtubs + Wellbeing product segment. More information? Please contact Duravit(Chin a)Sanitaryware Co., Ltd - Shanghai Sales Center, Unit A-D,10/F Jiushi Tower,28 Zhongshan Road(S),Shanghai(02163309922) www.duravit.cn

DC Design Villa Bathroom Service Scope The art of living By studying the relationship between the body and water, we are not only able to help you create your dream bathroom, a space made of water, steam, colors and light, but also bring you the philosophy of living. All you need to do is to subscribe the DC Design Villa Bathroom Service Scope, and enjoy. 1) 1/F 30 Dongzhong Street, Dongzhimen, Dongcheng Distrct. 8:30-18:30 (010-6416 1485), or 2) 1/F Xin’an Mansion, 200 Zhenning Road, Shanghai. 8:30-18:30 (0216279 3649) www.dcdesign.com.cn 科马 DC Design 1)东城区东直门东中街30号一层(6415 2288); 2)上海市镇宁路200号欣安大厦西峰一层 (0216279 3

Boloni Experience Center As the biggest macro-home provider in China, Boloni has retained famous Italian designer Lino Codato to create an impressive new showroom. Covering 8,000 square meters, it will show the company’s “post minimalism” and European fashion trends. Featuring Kebao and Boloni decoration、 along with Tellmach villa decoration for diﬀerent styles of house and apartment. 100 meters north of Easyhome Mall on the North Fourth Ring Road (8489 9001 / 5134 8917) www.boloni.com.cn SERVICES - GENERAL see more at www.thebeijinger.com Beijing TOP-A Vehicle Service Co., Ltd Beijing TOP-A Vehicle Service provides: *English-speaking driver *Long-short term leasing *Airport-Pick up/Drop oﬀ *Sedan, Van and Bus We, EX-PATS Life Group, also serves with Mandarin, housemaid, Visa, driver, driving license, vehicle registration service Tel: 64381634, 13501237792 ada. han@expatslife.com www.expatslife.com

2 laptops are needed for a charity in its Beijing oﬃce. Either new ones or old ones in decent quality are helpful. If you/ your company can help, please email kay@careforchildren.com.cn

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 Top Rated Car Rental Service Co.Ltd. sets up specifically to cater for the needs of the expats. We gathered experienced native drivers who are familiar with the road and able to speak English. Based on “Quality Service, Customer First”, we will provide various models and humanoriented services for your consideration. Tel: 8610-6504 7266 / 6504 7256 Fax: 86-10-6504 / 7256 Mobile: 186 0124 1199 (Eng), 130 3116 0727 (Chi) Website: www. sxsdcar.com Email: haitao1188@live. cn Address: Room 1012, Tower B No.39 Dongsihuan Zhonglu Chaoyang district, Beijing 北京市朝阳区东四环中路39号 B座1012室 International Beijing Roundtrip flight promotion Beijing-Ho Chi Minh from RMB2200 Beijing-Bangkok/Kuala Lumpur from RMB2100 Beijing-Singapore from RMB2400 Beijing-Dubai/Jakarta/Yangon from RMB3000 Beijing-Manila from RMB2000 Beijing-Vancouver from RMB3500 More Destinations and Domestic tickets on sale!! Note: Taxes excluded. Get a quote and more details please contact us. Tel: 010-51656625 MSN:uiutravel23@hotmail.com E-mail:uiutravel@163.com Web: http://www.cathaytrip.cn/ Welcome joint the expatcar motor club membership We buy your car Help you sell out your car Car license plate draw lottery registration New car sales Used car sales Mechanical first aid Change of flat tire Battery boost Towing & extrication service Long –short term leasing Contact: service@expatcar.com Tel: 81523060 AAA expatcar www.expatcar.com New car sales Second hand car sales Car license plate draw lottery registration Leasing options Car service Car insurance Contact: sales@expatcar.com Tel: 81523060 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 SERVICES - RELOCATION FIRMS see more at www.thebeijinger.com

Asian Express is an expert in international, domestic, local household goods and oﬃce moving, storage and full relocation services. We have been servicing Mainland China since 1979, which makes us one of the most experienced moving companies. Call today and get an obligation FREE quotation from our multilingual expat staﬀ. Tel: (010) 8580-1471 Fax: (010) 8580-1475 Email: beijing@aemovers. com.hk. Website: www.aemovers.com.hk

ASIAN TIGERS K. C. DAT (CHINA) Ltd. Is an international Relocation management specialist with twelve offices in China. We are ISO9002 and FAIM certified, members of OMNI and FIDI providing us worldwide representation in 1,000+locations. Our client base includes multinational companies, financial institutions and embassies. Tel: (010) 6415 1188 www.AsianTigersGroup.com general. pek@asiantigers-china.com Links Relocations has invested and continues to invest in our core business – moving. We have buying power, global contracts, a great business model & above all else a Friendly approach to moving that makes us the Smart choice for our clients. So wherever you are going – Call, Email or Skype. 010 8447 7496 or beijing@linksrelo.com or skypeID links.relocations SILVERWAY RELOCATIONS Door to Door Moving/Packing Materials/Packing Assistance Domestic Trucking/Local Moving/Office Moving/Wooden Crating/ International Freight Forwarding/Pet Handling/Customs Clearance Tel: 010-65485508. Email: beijing@silverway-china.com 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 DB Schenker is a German freight forwarding company with more than 2,000 offices in more than 130 countries worldwide which provides a wide scope of services. The relocation department professionally handles international, domestic and local household removals around the world door to door. For inquiries and consultations please contact our multilingual staffs: Email: relocations. bjs@dbschenker.com; Tel.: +86 10 8042 0416; Fax: +86 10 8048 0115; web: www.dbschenker. com.cn we make moving enjoyable! CIM is located 50 metres away from Chaoyang Customs Office. CIM can provide a full range of moving, storage, record management and expatriate documentation services. Multilingual and professional staff know what you expect and what makes you happy. Wherever you move, whenever you move, call CIM.Email: info@cimmover.com Web: www.cimmover.com SERVICE - PET CARE see more at www.thebeijinger.com Lee Pet PetSmart, America’s largest retailer of pet products and services, operates on this side of the globe under the name Lee Pet. Its Chaowai Soho branch is now Beijing’s largest pet store, offering not only a diverse range of imported products, but also in-house grooming,photography and kennel services. Mon-Fri 10am-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9.30pm. Unit 3097, Bldg A, Chaowai Soho, 6 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (5900 5499) 朝阳区朝阳门外大街6号朝外SOHO A座3层3097 Leepet chain stores’ location: 1. Golden Resources Shopping Mall 4th floor; Suite: 4119 乐宠金源新燕莎MALL店: 北京市海淀区远大路1号金源燕莎购物中心 4层西侧4119 (停车楼4层E28口) 电话: 01088870706 2. Longde Square Shopping Mall Suite: B118,tangli road, Changpin district 龙德广场店: 北京市昌平区立汤路186号龙德广场地下一层B118铺位, 电话: 010-84841916 3. Land gent chateau store #4 building, guangqu road, Chaoyang district. 石韵浩庭店: 北京市朝阳区广渠路33号石韵浩庭04号楼 04底商, 电话: 010-87769602 4. Leepet animal hospital ( 24 hours) #9 Lincui Street, Chaoyang District 乐宠丽派特动物医院: 北京市朝阳区林萃路9号院5-6底商, 电话: 010-58213503 Hotline: English: 138 1029 5757 SERVICES - 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 - TRANSLATION/WRITING see more at www.thebeijinger.com 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

MAY 2011

CLASSIFIEDS 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

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.

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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)

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

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)

US Tax Return Preparation US CPA with more than 15 years of experience preparing US tax returns for expatriates working overseas. Tel.10-8559 1772/ 136 0133 6223. Email: winnie@sinousconsulting.com SERVICES - LANGUAGE TRAINING see more at www.thebeijinger.com

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 Tel: 10-6413 1548/ 1547, www.frontiers.com.cn, 3rd Floor, Building 30, Dongzhong St. Dongzhimenwai St. (Next to Dongzhimen subway station) Email: admin@frontiers.com.cn

Cangjie Mandarin School 1. Spoken Chinese, HSK, BCT, YCT, business Chinese, Chinese Character, Pronunciation 2. The special price for new private students: RMB1200/20 lessons 3. Group class: RMB960/month (only one person can start) 4. Free culture class: pronunciation class, caligraphy, learn Chinese from ﬁlm 5. Fild trip: to visit handwork museum; to see performance at Tea house Tel: 6591-0933 1324-174-0100 Room 703, Heng’an Building South of the Paciﬁc Center Place (D,Tuanjiehu station, Subway line 10)

Easy Home Enormous selection of paint, tiles, doors, windows, false ceilings, wallpapers, stone slabs, tiles, wood flooring, carpeting, light fixtures and more. Daily 10.00am9.00pm,1) Golden Resources Outlet, Yuanda Lu, Haidian District, (8887 3558) 2).Yuquanying Outlet, 58 Nansanhuan Xilu, Fengtai District, (8367 9622) 3). Shilihe Outlet, 106 Dayangfang Lu, Shibaili Dian, Chaoyang District, (6730 5322 / 8463 9988) B&Q, This UK-based company stocks around 40000 different products in its Beijing superstore, including flooring, bathroom and kitchen material, doors, windows, paints, hardware, tools, curtains, fabrics, furniture and a fabulous drill section. Mon-Fri 9.00am-9.00pm, Sat-Sun 9.00am-9.30pm 1) Maliandao Store, 10 Maliandaolu, Xuanwu District, (6331 6611); 2) Golden Season Srore,117 xisihuan Beilu, Haidian District, (8846 6611); 3) Jianxiang Store, 200m south of Jianxiangqiao on eastern side of the street, Chaoyang District. (6235 6611); 4) Nine Dragons Store, 1km east of Shuangjiangqiao, Chaoyang District, (8776 8811); SERVICES - IT / COMPUTER see more at www.thebeijinger.com 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

Computer and Email Specialists: Call CANDIS for free network security audits. CANDIS specializes in oﬃce network installation with 24/7 Bi Lingual Support. Services include structured cabling, telephone systems, network installation, dedicated broadband and hosting services. Tel: 010-6464 0108 www.candis.com.cn

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TailorMade Chinese Center Get concrete results right from the start! • Professional teachers all university graduates with a major in Teaching Chinese as Second Language • A clear, practical and up-to-date method developed by our team • Tailormade training programs • International management team and stress-free environment Private Lessons, Group Classes, HSK, Online and others... Get a Free Lesson to make your mind up! Beijing Location: Shangdu Soho, CBD 010-5900 5420, www.tailormadechinese.com

Beijing Mandarin School obtains a good reputation among foreigners. More than 60 teachers; tailor made textbooks; voted “The Professional Chinese Language School”; also recommended by BBC News by Helen Leavey on Monday, 9 January 2006. We also oﬀer Chinese culture class, Chinese cooking class; paper-cutting class & visa service and apartment rental service. Free Chinese Connor: improve your listening via Chinese FILM, on May 5th, 7:00-9:00pm, Free to join. E-tower: Room 904-905, E-tower, Guanghua Road, Chaoyang District. (数码01大厦9层904室) Tel: 6508 1026 Fax: 6508 1126 Guangming Hotel: Room 0709, 7/F, Guangming Hotel oﬃce building, Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District (光明饭店7层0709室) Tel: 84418391/ 186 1173 6419 beijingmandarinschool@yahoo.com.cn www. beijingmandarinschool.com

The Pentagram Chinese Language Institute (PCLI) 1. Tailoring made learning plan for VIP. 2. New group class for beginner starts each month. 3. Key account plan for the companies and embassies. 4. Varied cultural activities, convenient traﬃc location and Chinese style classrooms, all this will impress you. 5. Visa service/ free Chinese test and pick-up service Order the courses on www.pentagram-chinese.com will get 5% discount! info@pentagram-chinese.com Tel: +86 10 6500 5755 Room 301, RuiChen International center, No.13, NongZhangGuan South Road, Chaoyang District.

Quick Chinese Language School Since being founded in 2003, we have taught over 2000 students. We use the distinctive QuickChinese curriculum and multi-media materials that were specially created for a unique “language sense” teaching method; the combination of visual impact, audio stimuli and Q&A exercises – and intensive listening and speaking training – has proved very eﬀective in accelerating the ability of learners to communicate in Chinese in a short period of time. Individual lessons, HSK, group classes, Business Chinese, and e-learning. Book your two free trial lessons now! Tel: 5169 0833 ext 109, or 13436822134 Fax: 5169 0873 Web: www.quickchinese.com. cn, www.q-chinese.com Email: qc_marketing_w01@hotmail.com Headquarters: 1522B, Block B, Nanxincang International Tower, Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng District. Wudaokou: Room 603B, Dongsheng Plaza, 8 Zhongguancun East Road, Haidian District; Tel: 8237 3098; Room 230, Wudaokou Hotel, 23 Chengfu Road, Haidian District Jinganzhuang: 1 Xibahe Dongli (very close to China International Exhibition Centre); Tel: 134 3682 2134 New Concept Mandarin School The choice of many Embassies and Fortune 500 companies around China. Discover how eﬀective and enjoyable Mandarin language learning can be. Proven Methodology specially developed for Western Expats. Full-time professional trainers. In-house developed training materials including Online Study Tools and DVDs to help you review between classes. Take 1-2 lessons per week, or our intensive classes when you have more time. Private, Small Group and Corporate Training courses can be arranged based on your availability. 20,000 clients have been empowered with Mandarin communication skills through NCM centers all around China. Call us to book a one-hour free demo lesson. www.newconceptmandarin.com Fesco International Teaching Center: Mandarin and Cultural Courses 85618287 85636133 www.fescomandarin. com.cn yxz@fescobusiness.com.cn fss@fescobusiness.com.cn

iMandarin School Sign up before 31st May and receive:1000RMB off of your tuition for any class of at least one level or more! iMandarin is an officially certified education center. We have superb locations in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Dalian, 11 branches altogether. We create our own study materials, which are published and used by schools worldwide. iMandarin focuses on small size group class with an average 4-6 students per class, providing plenty of teacher-student “face time”. Web: www.imandarin.org Email: info@imandarin.org Tel: +8610 6568 5866 Add: 4 Floor Merchants Bureau Builiding No.118 Jianguo Road Chaoyang District The Bridge School has a history of 18 years and 5 locations in Beijing. There are about 100 committed teachers and over 40 contracted companies/embassies. Our own textbooks including memory cards and cds are published by Beijing Culture and Language University, and we are authorized as test centre for HSK and BCT exam. Since March 2010, we have been broadcasting the column “Chinese Studio” in FM91.5 MHz China Radio International. Guangming Hotel: Room503, 5/F.Tel:84517605 Fax: 64680287. E-tower: Room903, 9/F.Tel:65064409 Fax: 65046389. Capital Paradise Club: Tel: 80466114 Fax: 80461707. Reviera Plaza Furniture Building: Room 701, Tel: 84308068 Fax: 84703587. Sanlitun Tongguang Tower: Room 8013, Tel: 65389422 fax: 65389455 E-mail: info@bridgeschoolchina.com www.bridgeschoolchina.com Berlitz is for people who are serious about speaking a new language. Join us for a free demonstration ad experience the Berlitz Method of over 131 years. Sign Up now! Add: Suit 801, Sunjoy Mansion, No.6 Ritan Road Contact person: jason.liu@berlitz.com.cn Tel:6593 0478. Website: www.berlitz.com.cn

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THE BEIJING PURITY TEST FOR MEN IS IT TIME YOU MOVED ALONG? by Kaiser Kuo

he wicked temptations of the capital have led many a good man into a life of dissolution and debauchery. Take this simple quiz below and see how bad you’ve gotten.

You own a jailbroken iPhone

You’ve camped illegally on the Great Wall

You’ve taken up smoking since moving here

You have overstayed a visa

You’ve overstayed a visa by more than six months

You have considered marriage just to extend your visa

You entered China without a visa in the first place

You’ve gotten in a fistfight

You’ve been thrown out of a club

You’ve spent the night in detention

Your regard for traffic laws has declined appreciably

You’ve driven illegally

You’ve driven illegally while totally blotto

You’ve exchanged vulgarities with a cab driver

You’ve gotten into a fistfight with a cab driver

You’ve driven a stolen cab

You know the difference between Hongxing and Niulanshan Erguotou

You know which Zhonghua cigarettes are consumer-grade and which are guanxi-grade

You’ve entered into language exchange partnerships with no intention of actually teaching language

You’ve unwittingly bought drinks for a working girl

Your name card has the letters “KTV, Ph.D.” after your name

You have numbers for two or more KTV “mamis” in your mobile phone

You know what goes on in scissorless barber shops

You have a distinctly Pavlovian reaction to lavender fluorescent light

You get a chubby at the sight of a barber pole

You have lain with a woman who you’re quite sure was planting rice seedlings in ankle-deep water within the last year

You have beijing craigslist > personals > casual encounters bookmarked

You leave town upon hearing of a new saohuang campaign

You’re a familiar face at the “Mongolian Embassy”

You have a collection of escort photo cards in a drawer, next to your collection of satellite porn channel cards

You’ve impersonated Dashan to get laid

You hop the Great Firewall mainly to surf porn

You have woken up in a stranger’s bed

You have woken up in a stranger’s bed in Tianjin

10 points or less: You still have very far to fall. Neither your liver nor your soul is beyond redemption. Pat yourself on the back. 11-30 points: You’re teetering at the brink of a slippery slope, dude. Seek counseling before you begin your downward slide in earnest. Spend more time at The Bookworm. Take up some whole-

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some activities like bowling and Chinese chess. 31-50 points: Get yourself screened for STDs, join a 12-step program, limit your massages to those administered by the visually impaired, and for God’s sake, man, go home before it’s too late! 51-70 points: Contemplate moving to a city

where your utterly debauched lifestyle will not necessarily earn you social ostracism. Vladivostok or Novosibirsk might be good to try. 71-100 points: You’re already not long for this world, so you might as well go for it and try to finish out the list for the full 100 points before you die.