2011 Jul 03 U-S-A, U-S-A: Celebrating America's Birthday in Beijing
The United States of America (also known as the United States, the US, the USA and America – thanks, Wikipedia) celebrates its independence this Monday and for many, many Beijingers it's an excuse to act even more American than usual. Local Canadian blogger Beijing Boyce has already offered some ideas for where his cousins-to-the-south can celebrate and we've got some more for those who have made no plans for face paint and fireworks yet.
The usual pro-American suspects of the Saddle, Kro's Nest, Lush, Pyro, Fubar, Luga's Villa, Stumble Inn, Union, Paddy's and Blue Frog will likely be jam-packed like it's a presidential election, but here are some other options.
The Culture Yard is holding an Independence Day Cook Out, which might be like a barbecue or Bar-B-Q or BBQ. There is also a hot dog-eating competition, which an American will likely win. They suggest that you wear red, white and blue. Give them RMB 100 and you get "all food and one beer." The same deal is RMB 80 in advance – call them on 8404 4166 to book your spot.
NOLA – short for New Orleans, Louisiana – shows Treme, the New Orleans-set television series, each and every Monday. The Fourth of July is no different and why should it be? Comfort food from the American South and the best show currently on the box is a surefire winner.
Casa Latina serves Mexican food and has a Cuban house band which means it is as American as Taco Bell. Monday is industry night – the industry in question is the F&B industry. Show your business card and get 30% off. That should put anyone in the party spirit. That and the potent cocktails anyway.
If you're looking for some ideas about what to eat, check out these posts on America's most well-known foodstuff.
And if American Independence Day is not your bag at all, then here's something that might suit you more.
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Home Plate closed July 4-8
Note that Home Plate Bar-B-Que will be closed for July 4-8. Other restaurants on the same strip are also being forced to close for these few days. Pity, as it would have been a popular spot for Independence Day celebrations. If you were hoping for pulled pork sandwich and corn bread, make other plans.
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Re: Home Plate closed July 4-8
Ah, now we know why
http://www.globaltimes.cn/NEWS/tabid/99/articleType/ArticleView/articleI...
"All Chaoyang street vendors are not allowed to do business during the day from July 4 to 8, while the district is under investigation by the Capital Spiritual Civilization Construction Commission Office," a Web user dubbed hongjiuzhongdeyan posted to Weibo after failing to find a breakfast vendor on Monday.
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