Blog Category - Shopping

Celebrate Women Owned Businesses at Women Empire Market, Mar 17
Head to Prototype in JEN Beijing this Sunday for a market that showcases female owned businesses and their stories.
DP How to Taobao Your New Stay-At-Home Hobby
It's never too late to pick up a hobby – check out these Taobao-able hobbies and crafts.
Five Pro Tips: Brush up on Your Taobao Skills for "Nian Huo Jie"
Use these five tips to save big when taking part in this end of year sale that's on until Jan 31!
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon With These Cny Beer Gift Boxes
The Year of the Dragon is fast approaching and what better way to herald in Chinese New Year than with a tasty beer in hand?
Beyond the Vintage: POPPING Redefines the Antique Shop in Beijing
POPPING is the newest kid on the block when it comes to antiques and vintage, but the little two storey shop near Dashilar goes well beyond that.
Pet friendly malls
Who says retail therapy and puppy love can't intertwine?
11.11: Singles Day Deals You Should Snatch Up
It’s that time of year again, Singles Day aka 11.11 aka the biggest shopping day in the world is fast approaching.
Retro, Indie, Artsy: Rumble in the Jumble and Silver Salt Markets Hit Beijing
Grab some vintage and independently-made goods, see some art, and take part in the activities at these two multiple day markets.
Go To IKEA — But Not Only For The Furniture
IKEA might have pretty great furniture and home goods, but it's also the place to go for some bomb food and other amenities.
3 Vintage Stores In 798 For A Stylish Summer
Get something that stands out from today's mediocre "fast fashion" at these specialty shops.
Join Ruff & Rumble for Their Big Fundraiser and Bazaar Day This Saturday (May 27)
Come along this Saturday (May 27) to help raise money for our furry friends. 
A Talk With NAKED Nut Butters Co-Founder Meredith Ahead of Closure
The expat run, and expat loved, company has announced it will close in the near future.
Carrefour China Fights to Stay Relevant in an E-Commerce Dominated Market
Recently, Carrefour stores in cities including Beijing have been experiencing stock shortages.
An Ode to Beijing Subway Adverts
Your guaranteed daily dose of uninvited brainwashing.
2022 Year in Review Places We Bade Farewell To Pt.2
A look at some of the places that shut, at least some of their doors, for good this year.