Blog Tag - Yunnan

Among the Clouds: Gasa Township and the Origins of Dai Culture
I dozed off as the minibus sped along the green slopes of south-central Yunnan. Shortly after passing the sleepy town of Xinping, we arrived in Gasa...
Why You Should Escape the Urban Jungle to Shangri-La
At over 3,000 meters, you might at first feel lightheaded when arriving in Shangri-la. The sensation could be altitude sickness but also the thrill...
Capital Caff: China Post Opens Beijing Cafe, Grid Coffee Pops Up in Taikooli & Other Coffee Stuff
Don't talk to me until I've read Capital Caff – your guide to the latest in coffee happenings around Beijing. China Post Coffee Shop Opens First...
DP How to get 50% off your winter holiday travel with Accor
The winter holidays are on the way, and it’s time to start planning your festive travel. Whether you want a stress-free city break or to adventure...
WildChina: Where to Travel this December
This post comes courtesy of WildChina Journeys (Wechat: WildChina Journeys), who aim to let travelers experience China differently by pointing the...
Local Gem: The Kids of Dragon and Tiger Are Here to Serve You The Yunnan Realness
Local Gem is an exploration of Beijing’s diverse palate. Get out of your comfort zone and try something new! To share your own neighborhood pride,...
From Me to You: Where to Get a Fine Glass of Mijiu in Beijing
For many world travelers, laying lips on a country’s traditional booze is a must-do. When visiting Beijing, curious drinkers would be remiss to pass...
2019 Yunnan Culture Festival at Crowne Plaza Beijing Sun Palace
On Sun, Jun 16, Crowne Plaza Beijing Sun Palace will hold the 11th “In the Name of the Father: Yunnan Culture Festival.” During the festival, guests...
Hearty, Sour, and Spicy Yunnan Rice Noodle Soup at Daoxiaoman
The people who work around Sanlitun are blessed, aren't they? Sure, they have to contend with traffic and crowds, but they're spoiled for choice when...
Street Eats: Yunnan-Style Rice Noodles at Taste of Shuhe
There seems to be a growing trend among restaurants in Beijing of opening a more casual (and lower-cost) offshoot from the establishment's main venue...
Modern Yunnan Restaurant Yumricee Opens in Topwin Center
Rice noodles, or mixian, are a ubiquitous street food in Yunnan, but like many things these days they're moving from the street to the mall; and when...
Beyond Sichuan: Exploring the Spicy Traditions of Four Chinese Provinces
If you haven’t traveled much in China then you could be forgiven for thinking that the best of spicy food begins and ends with Sichuan Province....
DP Craving Yunnanese Eats? Try This Solid New Utown Joint
Be it Little Yunnan, In and Out, or Middle 8, we Beijingers have more than a few solid options for Yunnan food, which made us wonder how the newly...
Take a Bite of China at Crowne Plaza Beijing Sun Palace
Eating at five-star hotels is more and more popular nowadays and hotel restaurants are no longer considered a pricy dining option for most people....
Under Clouds Offers Elevated Yunnanese Dishes and Delicious Desserts
We find it hard to define Under Clouds, which has been open for less than a year (see our first impression here). Unlike the regular Yunnan...