Head to Marriott Northeast where they're celebrating the oft-overlooked culinary creations of Shandong province. Listed as one of the eight culinary traditions of China, Shandong cuisine is a little sour, a little spicy, and very hearty, making it the perfect accompaniment to Beijing's increasingly wintery days. You can also expect seafood and soups to feature prominently, mirroring the two distinct cooking styles – Jiaodong (coastal) and Jinan (inland), respectively – that Shandong cuisine incorporates.