If you don’t recognize the face on this issue’s cover, it’s hard to imagine where you’ve been these past few years. The new agenda features an exclusive English-language interview with one of China’s most famous citizens, actress Zhang Ziyi. The stunning Ms. Zhang and co-star Peter Ho talk to us about their starring roles in the new comedy Sophie’s Revenge, which is released on August 14.
Among the new restaurant and bar openings we cover in this issue’s Try These:
Vegetarians’ Celebration – vegetarian dishes with intriguing and romantic names such as “Heavenly Rain Falls on the Plants in a Whisper” and “Ocean Elixir;”
The Bak Kut Teh Specialist – Malaysian-style hot pot with a side order of cold dishes available for the hot weather;
Fubar – Former manager of Rickshaw and Tun Chad Lager’s cavernous high-ceilinged speakeasy offers quality spirits and large measures
In Spotlights: Sandra Huang, professional foodie and writer for Savourasia.com lets us in on the secrets of regional Chinese cuisine in her cookery classes at The Hutong; we talk to Ken Wiland, founder of Beijing Ballroom, about the popularity of ballroom dancing in Beijing; and calligraphy teacher Paul Wang introduces the stories behind some of his favorite characters.
Our Lists feature roundups of the best in sushi restaurants, cinemas, vegetarian restaurants and pet stores. Last but not least, you’ll find 14 days of great events in our Day-by-Day event listings.
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