The Beijinger Blog - Imogen Kandel

beijingkids March Issue Out Now

lauren_mccarthy — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 13:00:00 +0800

You asked for tech, so we delivered. The March issue is all about things that go "beep." Indulge your inner geek and check out our essential Top 10 Apps, see what three gadget-loving dads have to say about screen time, read about kid bloggers who are making a splash, and find out how technology is changing the classroom.

Elsewhere in the magazine, regular health columnist Dr. Richard Saint Cyr continues the tech theme and tells how to find reliable medical information online. Meanwhile, Nutritionist Olivia Lee reveals her favorite apps and websites for teaching kids (and adults) about health. What about a healthy home? See how you can protect your family from unwanted nasties using a few cool gadgets.

Chaos with a Purpose: Jessica Rudd on Campaign Rudy

danedwards — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 12:00:00 +0800

Jessica Rudd: Lawyer, PR whiz kid, author. And did we mention she’s the daughter of Australia’s Mandarin-speaking former Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd? Following in the steps of her father, Rudd and her Hong Kong-born, Australian-raised husband Albert Tse, have called Beijing home for almost two years and see no reason to leave the capital any time soon.

On the eve of her Bookworm appearance next week, Imogen Kandel sat down with Rudd to talk about her debut novel Campaign Ruby – a brash mix of fashion, politics and faux pas, and find out why there isn’t any dick lit.

Send A Recipe, Win a "A Fizztastic Easter" Brunch

thebeijinger — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0800

Our friends over at Beijing Kids have a competition for those who love cooking. The Hilton Beijing Wangfujing loves food as much as we do, and have offered one lucky family (2 adults, 1 child) a FREE Fizztastic Easter brunch. The catch? Simply email your favorite family recipe to imogen.kandel@beijing-kids.com for your chance to win.

Giving Back - Beijing-based Charities Looking for Volunteers

thebeijinger — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 10:00:00 +0800

Beijing has many charity groups that are in need of volunteers and resources over the holiday season and beyond, so there’s no better time than now to get out there and make a difference.

Out Now: The Essential Family Guide to Beijing

thebeijinger — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:55:00 +0800

Making your home in a foreign city like Beijing can be a daunting task. That’s why beijingkids magazine, the city's longest-running expat family publication, and the critically acclaimed Immersion Guides have teamed up to create the beijingkids Family Guide.

You Think Life’s Tough? Try Being an Orphan in China

thebeijinger — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:00:00 +0800

It’s no secret that many Chinese kids do it tough, but few have a rougher start in life than orphans with disabilities or medical problems. Beijingkids’ Imogen Kandel talks to Beijingers giving their all to little ones in desperate of a leg-up in life.

Don’t forget to pick up your next issue of beijingkids - your guide to all things family-related in Beijing - out Aug 31.

New Openings: Pink

thebeijinger — Wed, 06 May 2009 17:00:00 +0800

Nestled on the corner of Sanlitun’s infamous bar street, Pink shares the spotlight with old favorites. What separates Pink from the crowd is the whiff of exotica. As the name suggests, the decor is decidedly rosy. Feather boas adorn the walls, large comfy sofas are plentiful and you are sure to find a sequin or two. Then there’s the stripper pole.