Three Things for the Week Ahead in Beijing (Mar 10-16)
Following Women’s Day yesterday (Mar 8), there are some nifty things happening in the week ahead worth checking out…
Eat & Drink – Side Street's 7th Anniversary Celebration
Side Street is turning 7 years old (or 84 months old if you're into that sort of age talk), and to celebrate, they've got a weekend-long special: Head to either one of Side Street's locations on Mar 15 and 16 and enjoy a burger and beer for only RMB 84!
What's more, Side Street will also be hosting their annual Burger Eating Contest at their Jiaodaokou branch on Mar 15. If you think you've got what it takes, you can sign up on the day and be in with a chance of winning the grand prize: free burgers for a whole year!
Side Street's anniversary burger + beer combo is available from Sat, Mar 15, 'til Sunday, Mar 16, at their Jiaodaokou and Jianguomen branches. The Burger Eating Contest will take place on Sat, Mar 15, from 4pm at Side Street Jiaodaokou. Sign-up will take place in person on the day of the event. Check this link to find out more.
Jiaodaokou branch
113-02 Jiaodaokou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District
东城区交道口东大街113-02号
Jianguomen branch
101-102, Bldg N28-2, 17 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District (Behind NOLA)
朝阳区建国门外大街17号28号楼2/101-102号（NOLA后面）
Eat Some More – Shashlik Tuesdays at Georgia’s Feast
Be prepared to eat good meats every Tuesday at Georgia's Feast, when beef, lamb, lyulya, and chicken shashlik – juicy, flame-grilled skewers – are all half-price! Savor the smoky flavors, aromatic spices, and hearty sides that bring the authentic Georgian dining experience to life.
Georgia’s Feast
9 Dongzhimennei Dajie, Dongcheng District
东城区东直门内大街9号院
Hours: 11.30am-midnight
Phone: 010 8448 6886
Celebrate – The Biggest Holi Festival in Beijing
Experience the vibrant festival of colors like never before with the Indian community in Beijing! Celebrate Holi with joy, live Bollywood music and dance, and delicious traditional foods. This is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich culture and spirit of one of India’s most cherished festivals.
The Biggest Holi Festival in Beijing is happening on Sat, Mar 15, from 11.30am to 4pm at the Zui Ku Garden Restaurant. Tickets are RMB 220 in advance and RMB 270 at the door, while tickets for children aged 7-12 are RMB 110, and children under 7 can enter for free. Scan the QR code in the poster to book.
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Images: Unsplash, courtesy of the venues/organizers
