Understanding MSG: Myths and Facts on this Controversial Food Additive
With an abundance of dietary choices, should we be worried about food flavoring? 
To Try List: Texas BBQ in Tongzhou, Sureño Night & More
New restaurants, dining deals, drinks discounts, guest shifts, pop-ups, and more happenings on our To Try List this week.
Exploring Even More Sausages Around the World 
We’re take another dive into sausages across the globe.
We Met in Beijing: Join Anthony Tao’s Poetry Book Launch (May 21)
Tao's debut poetry collection explores the joys and tribulations of life here in Beijing.
Sureno Makes an Appearance One Last Time, May 17
Relive the golden days of The Opposite House once last time this Friday
All the Sausage Fest Remaining Food and Drink Vendors
A look at even more sausages and hot dogs to stuff your mouth with at Sausage Fest.
Why Are Make-up Working Days a Thing in China?
How exactly did make-up working days come into being?
SA Comedian Jaxx Justice Hits the Beijing Stage Next Weekend (May 18)
Justice Jaxx will be hitting the Beijing stage for the first time!
Beijing is Seeing More Foreign Visitors, and Businesses are Benefitting
The numbers don't lie: China and Beijing are seeing a lot more international visitors lately, and everyone from hotels to tour companies benefit.
Bratwurst & Beats: All the Entertainment at Sausage Fest!
We’ve got a smorgasbord of entertainment lined up for you at Sausage Fest next weekend!
Spine of Beijing: Traversing the City's Central Axis
Take this walk for a crash course in gates and history.
Stuff Your Mouth With These Sausages & Hot Dogs at Sausage Fest, Part One
Sausage Fest is almost one week away and we have an amazing line up of 40+ sausage and hot dog vendors in store!
Events and Happenings in the ‘Jing This Weekend (May 10-12)
Haven’t made weekend plans yet? Well, here we’ve picked out a few things happening in the capital to give you some inspiration!
24 for ’24: #4 COMMUNE With Refreshing Spring Flavors
Spring is well underway in the capital, and what better way to embrace it than with COMMUNE’s new spring offerings.
Who's Who in the World of Beijing Walking Tours
The capital is home to a number of tour groups offering the chance to see the city from different perspectives.
Don’t Get Catfished! Here’s How to Filter Out Fake Restaurant Reviews
A little guide on how to avoid getting your expectations dashed by false hopes while out dining in the capital.
Beijing Curry Run in Its Third Year, Still Doesn't Involve Running
Join this fun monthly happening to try all the curries Beijing has to offer... without worrying about any actual running.
Exploring Sausages Around the World
With Sausage Fest just under two weeks away we thought it would be the perfect time to dive into the world of sausages.
Mandarin Monday: A Cheat Sheet for Ordering in Mandarin for Newbies
Navigate a Chinese menu with these useful words and phrases.
China's Holiday Schedule for the Rest of 2024
Chinese New Year is done and gone, and the holidays for this year don't pick up again until April, so plan accordingly!
A Few Spots To Grab Food and Drink Around Xingfucun, Pt. 1
Xingfucun, located just west of the main Sanlitun area is a bustling spot with numerous places to enjoy a drink or a bite to eat.