EAT: New Menu at Sifang Sanchuan, Italian Brunch at Bottega, Drag Brunch, Bake Shop Mini-Program
EAT: Your bite-sized guide to the best eats to be had in Beijing this week.
Brunch Italian-Style at Bottega
Bottega's Xinyuanli branch has a new brunch packed with both Italian classics and brunch twists on Italian dishes. We headed over to try it recently and two of our favorite dishes were the frittata rustica, which packs in spaghetti, cheese, and potatoes for a truly hangover-busting dish, and the cannelloni, which is one of the best (and richest) versions we have tried in Beijing. If you're in the mood for a boozy brunch, there's an option to add RMB 188 for free-flow Prosseco, wine, and spritzes (Bottega serves one of our favorite spritzes in Beijing, perfectly classic and refreshing).
Apr 13: Drag Brunch: Spring Edition at Beersmith
Beijing's third installment of the original Drag Brunch returns and this time will have an Easter bunny twist at Hotel Jen's Beersmith. The event will once again be hosted by drag queens Ms. Anna Summers and Ms. Billie B (who only both come out for charity). Priced at RMB 300 per person, you'll get a two-hour buffet brunch and unlimited drinks plus plenty of entertainment. The brunch includes breakfast egg variations, a ceviche taco station, a carving station with roast beef and all the trimmings, and banana splits for dessert. Scan the QR code in the poster above for more information and to buy tickets.
The Bake Shop Launches a Mini-Program Shop
Purveyors of tasty bagels and sourdough The Bake Shop have launched a new mini-program, making it even easier to order their freshly baked goods. The shop is online from 9am-4pm, during which time orders will be sent out as and when they’re ready, while orders placed outside of this time will be sent out the next day. You can also place pre-orders for Saturday pick up/delivery from Monday-Thursday. Link to the mini-program in this post.
Sifang Sanchuan Reveals New Spring Menu
Sifang Sanchuan, the upscale Chinese restaurant at Mercedes Me, has released a new menu of light, spring-like dishes just in time for the warmer weather. Specializing in the cuisines of southern Chinese provinces such as Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou, Sifang Sanchuan's new items include dishes such as braised seafood with fresh Sichuan pepper, twice-cooked turbot, and diced beef with green chilies and basil.
Apr 5-7: Woodstock of Eating
The Woodstock of Eating is back for Qingming weekend. Drop by and feast on mountains of food prepared by vendors including Smash a Cup, Picture Beer, and many, many more. There'll also be live music and entertainment on site to keep your ears pricked while your belly's full. Check this link for more information and to buy tickets (tickets RMB 50 advance, RMB 80 on the door). The event is being held at Dawangjing Central Park VR Plaza.
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