The Beijinger Blog - Jiang Jun

Chinese New Year Temple Fairs (Miao Hui庙会)

lauren_mccarthy — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 12:00:00 +0800

Temple fairs used to be an event of worship, in which people might pray for happiness, peace and luck. The modern temple fair has a wider variety of activities like eating, shopping, and recreation. For anyone staying in Beijing over Chunjie here is a list of fairs to keep you busy and entertained.

Snow Wonderful: Skiing and Skating around Beijing

lauren_mccarthy — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 12:00:00 +0800

Searching for that bit of wintery fun this weekend? Despite an extreme lack of snow, or any precipitation for that matter, there are still plenty of skating and even skiing options around the city.

Pass the Mic - Croon and Caterwaul the Night Away

nick.inatey — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 14:00:00 +0800

If filling a leather-upholstered room with friends, beer and snacks and singing the night away is your idea of a grand night out, then read on. These are some of Beijing’s major “kalaOK” joints – book ahead for weekends, or be ready to wait a long line for a room. And since most of these spots are open 24 hours a day (except where indicated), you can croon whenever the mood strikes.

Saving Grace - Rejuvenating Beauty Treatments in Beijing

nick.inatey — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 14:00:00 +0800

With the new year just around the corner, it’s time to tackle your beauty woes and stride bravely into 2011. Agenda has put together a list of the best beauty treatments around town to smooth, restore, tighten and brighten.

Good Advice - How to Reach for the Stars-- And Get There

nick.inatey — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 10:00:00 +0800

Tracy Driscoll knows coaching is more than advice – it is the systematic unlocking of a person’s potential, which empowers them to take the lead in their own lives. With 15 years of professional experience in marketing, PR and recruitment, Driscoll is qualified to provide advice on a number of career-related topics, and her 14 years of experience living in China have given her insight into the particularities of expat life. Agenda caught up with Tracy to learn more about what it takes to turn dreams into reality.

The Flame Game - Beijing’s Best BBQ Options

nick.inatey — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 13:00:00 +0800

Barbeque may be considered a summer food, but in the winter, there is no better way to warm things up than a piece of seared meat. Agenda put together a savory list of barbeque joints to help keep you warm this winter.

Spoiled Rotten - The Capital’s Stinkiest Snacks

nick.inatey — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:00:00 +0800

The French may have their stinky cheeses, but no one has mastered the funk like the Chinese. In China, anything smelly can be made into a delicacy and while some of these foods started as accidents, others were thoughtfully crafted. If you consider yourself bold or open-minded with your meals, then you are in luck because stinky is the new delicious. Agenda points your nose and taste buds in the right direction.

Sweet Salvation - A sweet retreat from Beijing’s bitter cold

nick.inatey — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 10:00:00 +0800

Just because the winter is bitter cold, that doesn’t mean life can’t be a little sweet. With this thought in mind, we’ve searched through the city’s traditional cuisine for dishes that remind us of bright, clear skies, and give us a warm feeling in the belly. They’re sure to put some spring in your step!

Meals with a Conscience: Beijing’s best places to take a break from holiday gluttony

nick.inatey — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 12:00:00 +0800

Years ago, finding a proper Thanksgiving turkey or Christmas ham was a real challenge – nowadays, the challenge is to find a place to hide from the rich assortment of meat-heavy holiday meals. Agenda went out in search of the best places to rediscover vegetables.

Trendy Yet Comfortable: Cornerstone Italian Opens in the CBD

nick.inatey — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 16:00:00 +0800

Trendy yet comfortable, the new Cornerstone specializes in Italian “feel-good food,” a designation that includes thin-crust pizzas, homemade pasta, and a variety of entrées, from codfish and salmon to lamb chops and grilled spring chicken.