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The Axe Men Cometh: Catch Swedish Metal Legends Opeth Live

thebeijinger — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:00:00 +0800

Swedish heavy metal band Opeth will be taking the stage Saturday, February 11 at Tango. If you are in any doubt as to their metal credentials, consider that their drummer is named Axe. Gosh. They will be exposing Beijingers to their unique sound, which blends metal with softer elements such as folk, blues and jazz. Before that happens, we got guitarist Fredrik Akesson to offer some insight on the band's influences, fake blood and loud fans.

Talking Pints: Migas, Valentine's Day, Music Festival Rumors and More

thebeijinger — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:00:00 +0800

What's going on this week in Bars & Clubs? There are openings, dragons, qipaos, tattoos, love, hate, comedy and quizzes. Not all in the same bar, unfortunately.

Capital Bites: Valentine's, Veal, Pasta and Pingtan

thebeijinger — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0800

With Valentine's Day approaching, new pasta deals at Flamme and much more to report, here we are with this week's roundup of the latest news, gossip and scandal from Beijing's restaurant scene. Let's go!

The Big V: 2012 Valentine's Day Dining Part 2

thebeijinger — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:00:00 +0800

Here we are with the second of our two-part Valentine's Day dining guide. After yesterday's roundup of everything that isn't a buffet, today we present our list of all your options if you want an international feast of self-served, all-you-can-eat cuisine. One or two even have free-flow alcohol thrown in to help move your evening along ...

Gentle But Not Softcore: Youngsters Sculpting Soundscapes

thebeijinger — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0800

Gothenburg may be known as the cradle of melodic death metal, but it also nurtured the much gentler indie sound of post-rockers Immanu El, whose atmospheric pluckings have been compared to Sigur Rós and Mogwai. In less than four years, the quintet has played almost 200 shows in over 25 countries. Before finally landing in China, frontman Claes Strängberg had some thoughts to share with us.

The Big V: 2012 Valentine's Day Dining Part 1

thebeijinger — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:00:00 +0800

Like it or not (let's face it, you don't have much choice), the Valentine's Day pressure is on, and it's increasing by the hour. And you've got no plans yet. Ah yes, that's what the Beijinger is here for. To help you get your Valentine's act together, we've compiled this first of two lists rounding up what restaurants are doing for Valentine's Day, how much you'll pay and how to get in touch to make your reservation.

Capital Bites: Pizza Preview, Hot Dogs, Indian Opening, Gourmet Desserts And More

thebeijinger — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0800

Hungry? You will be soon. With news on a promising new pizza restaurant, a hot new Indian restaurant, hot dogs in Sanlitun Village, desserts to die for in China World Hotel and the latest whereabouts of all-star chefs Max Levy and Zach Lewison, here's a quick roundup of the latest Beijing restaurant news ...

Talking Pints: NL Sports Bar, Rum, Migas, Hidden Lounge and Offside

thebeijinger — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:00:00 +0800

A few hours later than normal – lots going on this week – here's your weekly check-in on what's making the news in Beijing's bars.

Out Now - the Beijinger - February 2012: We Heart Beijing

thebeijinger — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:00:00 +0800

Love is … in the air, although you might not be able to see it among the particulate matter.

Who do we want to be our Valentine? Take a guess.

We Heart Beijing. How do we love thee? In our Cover Feature we count the ways.

String and Bones: In the Lap of Violence and Luxury

thebeijinger — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0800

For one of China’s most well-known contemporary artists, Lin Tianmiao certainly is cagey about her artistic process. When I sat down with her at her home studio in Songzhuang and began asking about her new exhibit at the Beijing Center for the Arts (BCA), entitled “The Same,” she claimed that she “just came up with a title” after finishing her works, simply because “every exhibit needs one.” Whether she’s being coy or just evasive, this comment clashes with the BCA’s own website, which explains that the name is meant to remind us how “everything looks the same if you watch at a distance; and nothing may be the same if you get closer.”