The Beijinger

18/11/2024

When it comes to talking about s*x, the Chinese language doesn’t hold back on creativity. From playful phrases to poetic metaphors, there's a whole lexicon for love and intimacy that goes way beyond the obvious. Let’s dive into some of the most intriguing Chinese euphemisms for s*x and see just how colorful these phrases can get!

When it comes to talking about s*x, the Chinese language doesn’t hold back on creativity.

17/11/2024

Filmmaker by day, magician by night: Fred Castelbranco has an ace up his sleeve

16/11/2024

It’s that time of year again: the time for holiday cheer, good eats, and Christmas market tickets selling out within minutes of being released.

Such is the case for the British and German Christmas Markets – with tickets for the latter selling out within a few hours of their release yesterday (Nov 14). If you didn’t manage to get tickets for these two, fret not, as there are a few alternative holiday markets to take part in.

Just because the German and British Christmas Markets are sold out, doesn't mean you still can't partake in the holiday cheer!

16/11/2024

Even though it's always had its ups and downs over the years, it seems this year more than ever has been particularly unkind to Beijing's F&B. And now, joining a recent bit of closures and shakeups is a departure, with Australian expat Simone Thompson preparing to leave Beijing and China at the end of this month.

We talk with the culinary extraordinare who has been everywhere from the Hatchery to Jing-A about her coming exit and thoughts on Beijing F&B.

15/11/2024

Get ready, Beijing! The Beijinger's Cheesy Pizza Month is back for a second year! A celebration of all things cheesy, gooey, and delicious, this is one event you don't want to miss.

Brought to you by Cheese from the USA, the 2024 Cheesy Pizza Month will kick off on Friday, Nov 29 and will be running until Monday, Dec 30. That means you've got a whole month to get out there and stuff your face with as many of Beijing's pizzas as possible!

The 2024 Cheesy Pizza Month will kick off on Friday, Nov 29 and will be running until Monday, Dec 30

15/11/2024

Haven’t made weekend plans yet? Well, here we’ve picked out a few things happening in the capital to give you some inspiration!

Haven’t made weekend plans yet? Well here's some inspiration!

14/11/2024

Thanksgiving is two weeks away (falling on Nov 28 this year) and there are plenty of spots around the capital where you can grab your Thanksgiving feast. We already took a gander at some of the offerings in our Gobble Guide Part One and now we’re back with even more! This time around we’ve got everything from a vegan option to South Asian-style turkey or even an Indian Thanksgiving buffet. Now, let’s dive on in!

This time around we’ve got everything from a vegan option to South Asian-Style Turkey or even an Indian Thanksgiving buffet.

13/11/2024

Is it the cold you’re feeling or perhaps the music in the air? We hope it’s the latter, as there are quite a few gigs and concerts happening this week worth checking out.

The cold is in the air, but the music is as well, with a few good gigs and concerts to catch this week.

13/11/2024

China’s official holiday calendar for 2025 has just landed, and there is big news: two extra public holidays! Yes, an extra day has been added to both the Spring Festival and May Day holidays, with everyone now getting Chinese New Year’s Eve (Jan 28) and May 2 off.

This year there are two eight-day holidays to enjoy and less make up days!

11/11/2024

Thanksgiving is just under three weeks away, falling on Nov 28 this year, and if you’re craving a taste of home, there’s no need to worry. From traditional turkey to succulent steak or honey glazed ham there are plenty of options in the capital for your Thanksgiving feast!

Here’s part one of our Gobble Guide—your roadmap to finding that perfect Thanksgiving spread in Beijing!

From traditional turkey to succulent steak or honey glazed ham there are plenty of options in the capital for your Thanksgiving feast!

09/11/2024

Beijing’s old rail lines dating from the Qing era can still be found throughout the city, with a number of monuments – most of them parks – highlighting their former presence for all to know and learn about. Be it passenger rail or freight or even the city’s subway network.

Here are a few spots worth checking out.

Beijing has always been connected by rail to the rest of China in one way or another, these parks and museums are a great way to explore this history.

08/11/2024

Wudaoying Hutong runs behind Andingmen Dongdajie and runs west to east from Andingmen to Yonghegong. It’s a nice little lane that, even though it can get rather congested with tourists at times, is a nice spot to find the best of one of Beijing’s specialties: coffee.

Now, not all the shops on the street serve the best coffee, and others tend to get crowded more for the ambiance than the drinks, but the few on this list are ones you definitely shouldn’t miss.

Don't talk to me until I've read Capital Caff – your guide to the latest in coffee happenings around Beijing.

08/11/2024

Friday can be Fri-yay if you make it so – especially when you take the following dining and drinks deals into consideration, plus a few weekly events to spice things up. Check ‘em out

Say Fri-yay this Friday when you make use of these great deals and events.

08/11/2024

Haven’t made weekend plans yet? Well, here we’ve picked out a few things happening in the capital to give you some inspiration!

Haven’t made weekend plans yet? Well here's some inspiration!

07/11/2024

With the cold getting colder in Beijing, the best thing to do is head indoors to catch some art. Here we present two exhibitions and an art market worth checking out

Beijing's art scene keeps at it even with the slow approach of winter. Here are two exhibitions and an art event worth taking part in.

06/11/2024

Beer lovers rejoice! Four craft breweries recently opened new branches in the capital so now you’ve got a whole slew of drinking spots to check out in the coming days and weeks. From new residents in 798 to nearby Wangjing and then down south to the Liangma River, here’s the lowdown of the latest places to taste a tipple or two.

COMMUNE, DOSH, NBeer and Ye Brewing have all recently opened up new spots in the capital.

05/11/2024

In yet another blow to the city’s vibrant international food scene, American roast chicken shop Larry the Bird has announced it will be departing Sanlitun as of Nov 10.

We're gonna miss a lot of things from this great Taikooli joint, especially their waffle fries and chicken sandwiches.

05/11/2024

We talk to wine expert and entrepreneur Jacquelin