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WIN Editor's Note NOVEMBER 2017

“Freedom.” “Reward.” “Family.” “Hope.” Four words flash across the wrapa - round screen at a theater inside Guangzhou’s four-story Amway Experience Center – the newest and most high-tech in all of Asia, according to our spir ited guide. “These are the pillars of a happy life,” he tells us as we exit the We're giving away tickets to some theater to continue our tour of Amway’s endless product lines. Leading us is a Cantonese man in his mid-50s who has spent the last 13 years working at of the very best events in the Pearl Amway, an American multi-level marketing company founded in 1959. “We River Delta, alongside a host of free believe business is inextricably tied to relationships,” he proclaims. “Love is meals and other goodies. Follow our at the heart of it all.” official WeChat feeds and sign up - Well, maybe. But there’s something else at the heart of the ‘American for our weekly newsletter for your Way’ – the US Republican Party – and we’d set out to discover how a com chance to win major prizes! To stay pany once described as a “legal pyramid scheme” has managed to survive in up to date, visit www.thatsmags. China despite recent crackdowns on MLMs. Told in depth by our Beijing Chief com or scan the QR codes below and Editor Noelle Mateer on page 38, it’s a fascinating story that explores why so follow our WeChat accounts. many Chinese tend to fall for Amway’s best product: hope. Elsewhere in the magazine, we look at the history of China’s ‘little fresh meat’ – those beautiful male superstars adored for their soft, almost feminine - appearance (p12); round up the best destinations in Asia to celebrate New - Year’s Eve (p20); talk with the Western filmmakers behind a new documen tary on China’s biggest rock star, Wang Feng (p32); and introduce three con ThatsGuangzhou venience store cocktails to try the next time you’re in a 7-11 (p60). November is the month we hold our annual That’s PRD Food and Drink Awards, so remember to vote for your favorite F&B establishments and book your tickets to the awards night through our official WeChat accounts before they sell out! ThatsShenzhen Have a wonderful autumn.

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8 | GZ | NOVEMBER 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM MAN ON THE STREET 9 WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | NOVEMBER 2017 | GZ | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM Man on the Street is a monthly feature where we talk to someone doing an everyday job to gain insight into the lives of ordinary Chinese people. THE DIRTY DETAILS THE DIRTY salary: RMB3,000 Monthly 7 per week: Days 10 Hours per day: - So it’s a surprise when Ran says sales are sales are says Ran So it’s a surprise when Ran’s workday starts around 3pm and around starts workday Ran’s not a big moneymaker for him – tiemo, he him for not a big moneymaker for. pay people really what us, are tells chased wholesale at an electronics market a market at an electronics chased wholesale away. ride 10-minute to rent a space in a Shenzhen neighborhood a space in a Shenzhen neighborhood rent to tiemo is regulated. where business slows. lasts until about 11pm when sits behind Ran his wares, When not hawking shows, television Chinese watching his laptop a rainbow sides with on three surrounded of phone cases and other goods, most pur - - - n a recent Monday night, Ran Chuan Monday n a recent A middle- himself resourceful. proves is hesitating – will the aged woman

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RANDOM NUMBER CITY SNAPSHOT Tribute to Hadid

5 When he’s not out capturing artsy coffee shop portraits,- Wilson Tong is rubbing … the number of ostriches that escaped - shoulders with interna from a farm in Foshan last month, running tional stars as one of the an impressive 50 kilometers down a high official photographers at the way before they were caught. Perhaps Guangzhou Opera House. He surprisingly (perhaps not), the incident says his job allows him “to marked the second time ostriches have capture the beauty of Zaha caused havoc on a Foshan road. In May Hadid's masterpiece from 2016, two birds ran side-by-side through different angles,” in all kinds morning traffic, causing fowl delays. of weather. View more of - Tong’s breathtaking shots on Instagram @wilsontong_of ficial.Want your photo in our City Snapshot column? Tag #thatsprd on Instagram for a chance to be featured on our 43 feed and in the magazine. BEHIND THE CONCRETE Shenzhen Stock Exchange billion - If it weren’t for the ‘miniskirt,’ this gray tower housing the fourth larg … is the net worth in US dollars of Xu est stock exchange in Asia would Jiayin (Evergrande Group), who recently look like any other skyscraper. dethroned Wang Jianlin to become China’s The winning design for the new richest man. The real estate mogul moved - Stock Exchange building, completed to the top of China’s billionaire list after Hurun in 2013, came from the firm of a six month gain of USD30 billion, ac Report - Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas and cording to the 2017 edition of the includes a three-story-tall platform . This year, China listed 647 billion - - that juts out from the sleek façade. aires, up 53 from last year and 396 from With a liberal dose of imagina five years ago. That's a mind-boggling in tion, it looks like the 46-story tower crease from just 15 years ago, when there is wearing a very short skirt – or so were zero billionaires on the list. - snarky Chinese netizens claim. Asia has long been one of the most - - At least it’s better than the nickname for Koolhaas’ most prominent project in China, Beijing’s hospitable regions for female entrepre CCTV headquarters: from a certain angle its geometrically interlocking towers resemble a pair of gi neurs in the world, and this year, 26 per ant underpants. cent of billionaires in China are women The design firm’s official website says the Shenzhen building’s elevated platform represents the – a 2 percent increase from last year. Of weightless, ‘speculative euphoria that drives the market.’ It’s also designed to open up room for a those, 70 percent are self-made. public space on the ground floor, while its upper layer boasts an open-air garden. The fact that tenants and traders can take a leisurely outdoor stroll without leaving the building is, we admit, pretty cool. But the space around the ground floor feels less than welcoming due to the massive overhang looming above; a reminder that what goes up could also come down. Still, compared to Shenzhen’s other, sleeker skyscrapers, this one does stand out.

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We live in a divided world, and China is no exception. Modern life comes with too many opportunities for us to disagree. Are vaccines good? Is Facebook bad? Is buying knockoffs on Taobao more ethical than shopping at H&M? Is ordering Sherpas on a rainy day helping or harming the delivery boys? Any position on any details of modern life can invite attacks and offend those around you, including those you call friends. Sometimesyoujin such differences are so insurmountable that your ended.”friend might say: “I just can't be friends with someone who holds such beliefs. We are from now on.” Meaning: “our friendshipyoujin has

There are many brilliantly poetic manifestations of on the Chinese internet, from “now you’re just somebody I used to know” - to “the fountain of our friendship has run dry.” But they all mean the Youjin/ yǒu jìn / 友尽 phrase, “our friendship has ended” same thing: you were friends until you ran up against some irreconcil able differences, which makes the friendship impossible and now you How can you buy Michael Jackson records? mustyoujin end it. Besides political views, other things that are known for leading I like his music. to include: borrowing money, not ‘liking’ your friends’ WeChat moments, setting up a WeChat group chat that doesn't include your friends and posting photos of your friends that haven't beenyoujin beautified But you are supporting a pedophile! by Meitu Xiuxiu yet. However, there is a more optimisticFriends exception, where youjinmeans a new relationship is about to start where an old friendship - I can like his music without endorsing his behaviors. ended. (Think Monica and Chandler in .) If someone declares are youjin with you, it is possible that he or she simply has too many ro mantic feelings about you to remainyoujin friends. If that's the case, you two No you can’t. We are youjin. Don't call me ever again. no matter whether it works out or not. youjinBut this happier version of seems to happen to TV show characters way more than to the rest of us.Mia If someone Li claims they are with you, it's probably because of something like refusing to eat gluten, which you don't believe is a thing.

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Spot By Dominic Ngai The Softto ‘Little Fresh Meat’ From Fragile Scholar

Five million likes, two million comments and one million reposts. That’s the reaction to the October 8 Weibo post where Luhan – also known as the ‘Chinese Justin Bieber’ – admitted his relationship with actress Guan Xiaotong. Five days later, another post telling) –his Kris fans Wu, to Wangstay warm on a chilly Friday also garnered xiaoxianroumillions of responses. Luhan and members of a brigade of young Chinese pretty boys collectively labeled as ‘little fresh meat’ (小鲜肉, Junkai, Yang Yang, Xu Weizhou, Li Yifeng and many more – have some of the highest engagement numbers among all Chinese celebrities.

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to their freshness expires. “They becomexiaoxianrou overex - posed and over-commercialized over a very short time,” Houdart adds. “Using these n any given day, those who live xiaox in any major Chinese city would promote a brand is just a short-term tactic, not a long-termianrou strategy.” find it hard to elude Kris Wu’s After all, it’d be hard to sell oneself as a blue steel stare while he models beyond the age of 30. And time is ticking the newest Xiaomi smartphone - on a subway billboard ad, or for many of today’s hottest ‘little fresh meat,’ who O are already in their mid- to late-20s. But why are the Chinese so obsessed with Luhan’s cheery grin as he enjoys (or pretends to enjoy?) a piece of fried chicken every time you these feminine, artificial-looking, guy liner- - pass by a KFC outlet. Chinese consumers – espe wearing pretty boys, and what makes them so influential in the first place? cially their enormous fan base made up of young An obvious answer that most people can women born in the 1990s and 2000s – clearly have a soft spot for them. point to is Korea. Since the late 1990s, the Korean According to a recent study that ranks the Wave – a global phenomenon of the rising influ - influence of China’s top celebrities and KOLs ence of Korean pop culture – has swept away the hearts of an entire generation of youth in the published by consumer intelligence research firm xiaoxi Middle Kingdom. The uncanny resemblance in Bomoda, the social and commercial influence of - the abovementioned stars are even higher than termsanrou of appearance and styling between K-pop some internationally recognized names and stars like G-Dragon and China’s very own - is hard to ignore. award-winning musicians, actors and actresses. - It’s hard to dismiss the star power of the But for Dr. Song Geng, an associate professor at the University of Hong Kong who has writ ‘little fresh meat.’ Louis Houdart, the CEO and - - founder of branding agency Creative Capital, ten extensively about the portrayal of modern, as points to French beauty brand L’Occitane’s col Chinese men in pop culture, the answerxiaoxianrou is right here in our own backyard. laboration with Luhan back in May for their cher He argues that the appeal of ry blossom skincare line as a great example. - Immediately after the announcement of nam well as their Korean and Japanese early influenc - ing Luhan as their brand ambassador, all 20,000 ers, can actually be traced all the way back to the units of a limited edition gift box bearing the time of Confucius, during the Spring and Autumn- celebrity’s name were sold out online within are an twoef period in Chinese history. xiaoxianrou “The soft image of men is more easily ac minutes. “Luhan or any of the cepted in Chinese and other East Asian cultures fective way to generate immediate buzz for a because of our shared roots in Confucianism, where the ideal image of men is a culturally re brand or a specific campaign; but six months - later, people will only remember the brands that fined intellectual who appears frail and feminine. already have a strong identity and heritage,” says This is very different than the macho idealized Spot Houdart at his Shanghai office. masculinity in Western culture,” explains Song. The limited shelf life of ‘little fresh meat,’ he explains, forces them to win as many brand en The Soft dorsement deals in a short period of time before

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rou trend as more of an indication for a broader, more inclusive Chinese sense “The soft image of men of appreciation for different styles of men. “The tough guy Wolfimage Warrior still has 2 its , Song is more easily accepted market,” he says, referring to the record- The Fragile Scholar breaking success of over - In his book 重文轻武 the summer. - in Chinese and other East On Luhan’s Baidu Tieba (a web forum writeszhongwen extensively qingwu about how this image has transpired into( the age-old) in notion Chinese of frequented by his loyal fans), which has Asian cultures because nearly 3.5 million followers, an interest culture, where wisdom and literary talent ing thread written by the forum modera - is regarded as superior to physical strength of our shared roots in tor on October 14 caught my eye. and athleticism. Confucianism” In summary, this lengthy open letter While there are similarities between - to the community addresses the fact that the images of the modern day Asian pretty some negative comments about their be boys andxiaoxianrou fragile scholars of the past, there loved pop idol have been circulating on the - is,rou however, also a notable difference. “The Internet in recent days (following Luhan’s term – especially the character “In casualwear, a lot of pieces are uni- post about his relationship status), and (which translates to meat or flesh) – sex and there’s less distinction between she asks for her fellow fans to refrain from definitely has some sexual connotation male and female,” Zhang notes. Some young engaging in any verbal fights with trolls, as that’s not part of the fragile scholars’ ap Chinese designers that she’s interviewed - well as urging them to continue to support peal,” Song notes. take inspiration from a new mood of re ‘Lu Lu’ through these difficult times. The ‘little fresh meat’ phenomenon, Hundreds of replies with messages bellion within Chinese millennials, who he argues, has something to do with the play with the concept of gender identity of support from fans around the country growing financial independence of Chinese as an emblem of protest against the tradi all came within the next few minutes and women over the past couple of decades or - tional roles that their parents’ generation - hours – many writing even longer letters so. “Traditionally, women were the object staunchly enforces. detailing why, when, where and how they of desire; but these pretty boys have now She adds, “It’s a similar case with these- fell in love with Luhan in the first place. become symbols of an implied heterosexual This is the power of the ‘little fresh feminine looking male pop stars with their desire on the male body from a female per heavy make up; I think young people em- meat.’ spective.” Meanwhile, in the world of fashion, brace them as a way to express themselves against the stereotypes that an older gen designers such as Coco Chanel and Rick xiaoxian eration of society upholds.” Owens from the West or Yohji Yamamoto HKU’s Song Geng sees the and Masha Ma from the East have pushed the boundaries of gender in their work, - contributing to an ever-blurring line that - is starting to intersect with mainstream senior cul culture too. South China Morning Post’s ture correspondent Jing Zhang sees a con nection between the rising status of street fashion brands in recent years and the ‘little fresh meat’ boom.

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GRANT PEARCE Editorial Director, GQ Asia Pacific Interview by Dominic Ngai

Since starting his media career at Conde Nast in Sydney, Australia almost two decades ago, Grant Pearce has been an important voice in the fashion world in his home country and across Asia. Serving as the Editorial Director for GQ Asia Pacific since 2008, Pearce is responsible for guiding the editorial and fashion direction of the brand’s China and Japan editions, and has also advised on the launches of GQ Thailand, GQ Style Korea and Conde Nast Traveller China. Here, Pearce tells us about the beginning of his career, menswear trends to look out for this winter, and a fad that he wishes to never see again.

Can you tell us about how you became What are some of most memorable photo What are some important menswear interested in fashion, and how you started shoots that you’ve been involved in re- trends to watch this winter? your career in media? cently?

- Coats are key this season and there are many My career started in Sydney when I took a job The most recent ones that I love includeGQ the different styles on offer, from the newest as a storeman and packer at a textile com Chinafashion story I shot with celebrity F1 driver oversized silhouette to a classic trench with a pany, where I met many fashion designers and Lewis Hamilton on the Great Wall for twist. Checks are a must-have, and the most - boutique owners and was quickly attractedMode , and theGQ one Japan I shot with Akira (from dynamic trend is termed ‘athleisure,’ which to fashion. One thing led to another, and I was Japanese super group Exile) in New York’s - combines the practical applications of sports offered a fashion assistant role with Polo Bar for . These guys were true Whichwear with menswear luxury fabrics trend and or fad modern do you styling. wish magazine and soonVogue became Australia the fashion editor. gentlemen and really loved the clothes, styl to never see again? In 1998, I wasGQ Australiaoffered to join Conde Nast in a ing and experience, which made it a pleasure marketing role for . Soon afterGQ Whoto produce. are some of your favorite young I launched , and almost 10 years China Chinese designers/labels? I am a little tired of seeing skirts on the ago, I was asked to be part of the launch of menswear runways as I do not believe it will and to take the role of editorial director ever become a mainstream trend. Obviously, for GQ Asia Pacific, and the rest is history. What are your responsibilities as the edi- I am so excited to see so many emerging there have been excellent examples where torial director of GQ Asia Pacific? Chinese designers who are carving out a it has had a true place and meaning, like the unique place in the fashion world. A few amazing collections created by Comme des that have made an impact on me are Xander YouGarcons travel and a Ricklot for Owens. work… what are a few I have different responsibilities in different Zhou, Pronounce and Uma Wang. My favorite- of your travel essentials? markets but the main influence is on the store, Dong Liang, has supported the rise of overall visual image and fashion direction, emerging Chinese designers and has an excel including photo shoots that take me all over lent selection; I always find something that On every trip, I travel with Rimowa luggage, a the world – this is definitely one of my favorite catches my eye there. - What are some of your favorite fashion Louis Vuitton keepall, a vintage Rolex watch… parts of the job. With the ever-changing media items at the moment? and good eye drops. Bloodshot eyes on ar landscape, I work closely with the publishers Findrival out is notmore a atgood gq.com.cn look! on business solutions and client relationships. This is super important as all the digital and - The perfect cashmere track pants, a biker social platforms need to be a part of the brand - style leather jacket, and skinny denim jeans. for it to be successful. However, print will al The older I get the more important true clas ways have a place in the fashion market and it sic pieces become. is the cornerstone for our brands. WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | NOVEMBER 2017 | GZ | 17 STYLE RADAR TAP THAT APP INSPECT-A-GADGET Kwai Single-use Power Bank -

There are video apps that make every thing look flawless.Wall And Street then Journal there is as Kwai. Described by the “a medium for those in less-developed parts of China to share what they find relevant or amusing,” Kwai gives us first- tier city slickers a chance to peek outside our bubble at the wide world beyond. If you’ve never traveled to rural China, this is the next best thing. You’ve been there: the end of a night out, phone charge’n’toss nature of the product, with a shelf Setting up an account may require some battery at 1 percent, Uber on the way – and just life of years, it’s a good idea to store a few with help from a Mandarin-speaking friend, before you check the plate number, your phone emergency supplies. but once you’re on the platform the app dies. Now you’ll spend the tail of your Friday Versions sold range from the cardboard- - is easy to navigate. Bypass the ‘Nearby’ looking for a friendly convenience store, begging cased (claiming to be more environmentally button (which tends to draw a lot of them to let you charge up, please, just a little. friendly) to those kept in condom-esque wrap creeps) and head straight to ‘Explore,’ Enter the single-use power bank – also pers, which result in a fair few sideways glances where you’ll find thousands of top-rated dubbed the ‘emergency’ power bank – a palm- in public. video clips – some entertaining, some sized gadget small enough to forget that it’s in Just make sure you get the right type for painfully dull – filmed by users across your pocket and packing a double-digit charge your phone – Apple or microUSB – though some China. for modern smartphones. now sport ‘universal’ adapters. - Exampleshongshao of duller rou clips we encountered:- The design is simple: flip a switch to make- In the end, these aren’t a replacement for a Meituan delivery guy eating lunch; six- the charger live, plug your phone in and wait. their larger, reusable cousins – especially con pans of steaming in a kitch But the simplicity also means copycat compa sidering the prices aren’t much lower than the- en; someone cleaning a shoe with tooth nies have begun churning them out in scale. cheapest power banks. But in a pinch? It can be paste. And the entertaining: a PLA soldier An Alibaba search has more than 3,000 results,- the difference between getting to bed at a rea doing the Macarena; houses built entirely- leading to howls from environmentalists, who Availablesonable hourfor about and RMB50 a long onwalk JD.com; home. search 一次性充 of corncobs; an inside look at Beijing’s are worried cheap, single-use batteries will be 电宝 (yī cì xìng chōng diàn bǎo) new international airport, filmed by con gin flooding landfills. struction workers on the scene. But even if you don’t buy into the If you think you can compete with clips of farmers harvesting sunflowers or five-year-olds hand-pulling noodles, then COVET consider posting a video of your own. If not, just sit back and watch. You might find rural Chinese humor more relatable DOE / Levi’s TYPE III than you think. Or, as Kwai’s website so Truck Jacket eloquently puts it, you might “Wow for the same rainbow and upset by the same Kwaitraffic is jam.”available for both iPhone and Android - devices. Visit kwai.com for more info. A longtime collaborator of DOE, Levi’s has re cently partnered again with the Shanghai-born streetwear brand to roll out a special edition of - their classic TYPE III Truck Jacket (RMB1,299). - First introduced 50 years ago in the US, this new est crossover item is available in two colors – ‘in digo’ (blue) and ‘noir’ (black) – each with a large DOE square logo printed in the back of the jacket. There’s also third color – ‘peachy’ (pink) – but it’s only for friends and family and is not available to the public. Find these jackets in DOE outlets and doeshanghai.comon their official website.

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When we arrived at the settlement at around 10am, it was decidedly quiet. The only people visible were a pair of elderly men smoking cigarettes on overturned buckets and a woman running a small stand selling bottled water and soft drinks. We also encountered another group of hikers in the village, the only other group of people we would see on the trail for close to an hour. Starting out from the village, the trail - follows a small river into dense, jungle-like foliage and eventually ends atop the mountain. Along the route, we passed tranquil pools deep enough to swim in and a seem ingly endless number of waterfalls. There was also a large, apparently man-made cave, which rumor has it was tunneled during WWII, although this has proven difficult to verify. The swimming holes lower on the trail, thus closer to human habitation, were not the cleanest, with garbage and discarded DAYTRIPPER clothing occasionally visible around the water’s edge. But after hiking for around an Our Go-to Swimming Spot in Guangzhou hour, we were rewarded with a number of cold, crystal-clear natural pools that look as though they were teleported from beautiful British Columbia. - Summers in Vancouver, British Columbia, are One pool even had a nearby small rock all about the outdoors. Growing up in the city,- ledge that was a perfect jumping point, al my friends and I spent the warm days of July though we caution anyone leaping to ensure and August hiking, trout fishing and swim the water level is high enough – the depth ming in rivers, aqua-blue glacier-fed lakes - presumably fluctuates with the seasons. and the Pacific Ocean. During hours of frolicking in the pools, But upon moving to Guangzhou, my out we saw relatively few people, all of whom door swimming exploits came to an abrupt were hikers. Some stopped and watched us end. Despite an abundance of pools in the enjoying the cool water while most simply city, swimming in an artificial container of carried on along the trail. No one else got water, treatment chemicals and child urine is into the water, meaning we had the pool all clearly not the same as a glassy-clear river. to ourselves. For those living in the heart of On our hike down, we did notice some Guangzhou, the only real natural swimming children swimming, but the upper portion of option would be the Pearl River, but it’s too the river still has plenty of private, low-key icky and polluted for a nice dip. spots to cool down from the stifling summer Visits to two lakes in northern Tianhe heat. District, near the boundariesAnchorman of Huangpu Anyone interested in checking out and Baiyun, were also as underwhelming as Wangzishan Forest Park should bring water, the sequel to 2004’s . Resembling- snacks and proper hiking footwear, as the large carp ponds, both lakes were murky, trail can prove slippery at points. And,MB a final muddy and had shorelines strewn with rub- note: please pick up your garbage. This spot bish. is awesome; let’s keep it that way. Then, on the tip of a friend, I finally dis covered(王子山森林公园 an unsoiled swimming hole within Guangzhou city limits: Wangzishan Forest How to get there: Park ). Located about an hour’s drive north of 王子山森林 - Order a Didi, or private car, to Guangzhou’s CBD, in Huadu District, the park 公园 Wangzishan Forest Park ( is most easily accessed via car (we recom ). Alternatively, take Metro Line mend Didi, as most taxis won’t take you that 3 to Renhe Station and then catch far). the 704 bus, which you will need to After forking over RMB30 per person to ride 17 stops to Lianglong Shichang two bored-looking guards at the park gate, market. From there, catch the No. 17 my companions and I traveled a paved road bus, which will take you to the gate of towards a small, rustic village that serves as Wangzishan Forest Park. the starting point for Wangzishan, or Prince Mountain, exploration. WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | NOVEMBER 2017 | GZ | 19 LIFE & STYLE | TRAVEL

NEW YEAR’S GETAWAYS Top Destinations for Your Countdown to 2018 By Ariana Crisafulli

Chinese New Year is great – dumplings, cable and the parties outstanding. We picked Chiang Mai also boasts live music along the food and friends paired with that four- a number of spots to ring in the New Year in eastern banks of the Ping River for New Year’s hour long variety show prattle in the ChiangThailand. Mai: Eve celebrations. This strip along the river background. But sometimes we want to ring- has a number of bars and restaurants hosting in the new year with a good old-fashioned Lanterns, Lights and Live outstanding music performances with the Ping bout of Western-style revelry. Look no fur Music Bangkok:River as a serene backdrop. ther! This is your guide to the region’s best Chiang Mai is a favorite for travelers. With New Year’s bashesTHAILAND on the eve of 2018. its exquisite temples and live music on nearly Loy Nava River Cruise every corner, it makes for an amazing visit year- If you like the idea of spending your New- round. During the Western New Year, Chiang Year’s Eve riverside, the Loy Nava River cruise Mai goes all out. Head to the Pae Gate in the - on the Chao Phraya River is right up your al With stunning coastlines, unreal islands and walled city for some live music and drinks, a ley. This option is especially appealing for rich mountain greenery, Thailand is a must-visit- countdown, fireworks and the main event: re couples who want to ring in the New Year with country, no matter the season. However, near leasing thousands of lit lanterns at the stroke of a candlelit traditional Thai meal and onboard the New Year, the weather is particularly impec midnight. live performances on a historic teakwood rice

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proximity to screensaver-esque beaches, Phuket never fails the imagination of the true partygoer. Surin Beach on Phuket Island holds one of the most dazzling New Year’s celebrations in the country, supported by Paris Hilton, who has long- been the driving force behind the Surin Beach New Year’s parties, which include live perfor mances by big-nameCHINA pop artists.

If you’re looking to stay a little closer to the neighborhood, China has plenty to offer in the way of Western New Year. Check out these five Hongspots to Kong: get your New Year’s fix.

Time’s Square Countdown Again, sometimes the classics are the ones that can leave you with that warm tingly feeling. The Time’s Square countdown in Hong Kong is one of those events, marked by live music and entertainment and a live countdown to 2018.

Victoria Harbor Cruise If you want a glimpse of magnificent Hong Kong fireworks but you don’t relish the crowds, take a spin on one of Victoria Harbor’s all- included food and drink cruises and watch the fireworks. New Year’s Eve Victoria Bay cruises range around USD80 (RMB528) to USD265 (RMB1,750). - Lan Kwai Fong New Year’s Party Lan Kwai Fong is a focal point of partygo ers in Hong Kong, and during New Year’s Eve, it kicks up to the next level. Many clubs ask for a cover charge in exchange for food and endless drinks. You can also just grab a few beers at the 7/11 and spend your evening clinking bottles Chinesewith the crowd Taipei: of revelers in the street.

Phuket: Taipei 101 Fireworks barge. Though this excursion is not exclusively Show This metropolitan city is a fantastic place reserved for New Year’s Eve, cruising down Surin Beach Phuket holds the reputation of being one to ring in 2018, with plenty of bars and clubs to the Chao Phraya River on December 31 offers of the biggest party spots in all of Thailand. help you stay up until midnight and a display a spectacular view of the Bangkok fireworks With its wild club scene on Bangla Road and its show centering around Taipei 101. show. Tickets are USD48.54 (RMB317) per adult and USD31.11 (RMB204) per child.

The Countdown Sometimes the classics are the best, like a good old-fashioned countdown to the New Year. This celebration is highlighted by fireworks, pyro-artwork, concerts and, of course, live Kohbroadcasts Phangan of worldwide Island: countdowns.

Full Moon Party No matter what time of year you visit Thailand, if you like to party, the Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan island is an absolute must-see- to-be-believed ordeal. The term ‘full moon’ is to be taken lightly, as the full moon appears only once per month, while the full moon revelry and partygoers appear more than once per month on Haad Rin beach. Check out DJs, fire dancing and general carousing on December 31 to ring in the New Year.

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New Year’s Eve Countdown Party - Having the distinction of being the third tallest building in the world, Taipei 101 is im pressive even on a normal day. However, add to it fireworks displays and a light show, and the tower is outright majestic. On New Year’s Eve, the celebrations will take place around this impressive construction, with a light show that lights up each floor of the tower as the countdown takes place. There will also be live performances by pop stars from 7pm to 1am. INDONESIA

A top destination for travelers worldwide, Bali doesn’t disappoint with its wild beach Check out Boracay Island for a more off-the- sorts, including the Marina Bay Sands Resort parties and tranquil scenery. Whether beaten-path New Year’s adventure. You might which has an observation deck and infinity you’re looking for the party of the year or be surprised to learn that Boracay ranks 13th pool facing the city’s skyline and New Year’s just a relaxing place to kick up your feet, in a survey of the best places in the world to fireworks display. these three options have something for celebrate New Year’s Eve. See what all the - Bali:everyone. Boracay:fuss is about. Siloso Beach Party Siloso Beach is one of the main attrac Kuta Beach White Beach tions in Singapore on New Year’s Eve. The - If you really want to let your freak flag The party on White Beach is an all-day beach is transformed to a party haven on fly on New Year’s Eve, then head on over to event with a range of bars and restaurants December 31, with 12 hours of music, danc Kuta Beach on the Indonesian island of Bali. to grab New Year’s Eve drinks and a pristine ing and even a foamJAPAN pool. Here, you will find an afternoon carnival view of the white sand beaches and clear - with a party that rages through the night and turquoise water as a backdrop. The highlight straight into 2018. of the party begins at 11.30pm with the fire works displays and an ensuing countdown If you want to be one of the first in the world Jimbaran Bay and Sanur Beach and festivities that’ll have you up until the to ring in the new year, fly yourself over to Though Bali can be a place of unrelenting first sunriseSINGAPORE of 2018. the land of the rising sun and be get an early festivity, it can also be a place of deep serenity. Tokyo:New Year’s Eve kiss. If the beach is your thing, but so is peace and quiet, check out either Jimbaran Bay or Sanur Countdown Japan Beach for some peaceful reflection on the past Singapore is well known for its liveliness and Countdown Japan in Tokyo is a pretty year and the new one to come. prowess in entertainment and hospitality. big deal. This event takes the ‘eve’ part to -a New Year’s Eve is no exception. Check out whole other level, starting four days before Bedugul these two amazing parties to say hello to the actual event on December 28 and end If you’re more of a mountain/lakeside Marina2018. Bay: ing December 31. For one to four days, you - person, Bali’s got you covered. This lakeside can rock out to Japanese pop stars and big paradise also offers a memorable (depending on Countdown names in electronic music. Tickets are avail your alcohol intake) beach party and fireworks Arguably the best place to be in - able for one day or all four and the pricing for New Year’sPHILIPPINES Eve. Singapore for New Year’s Eve celebrations is- ranges from USD102 (RMB673) to USD310 Marina Bay. There, you can watch the count- (RMB2,047). The tickets are distributed via down and fireworks on the Marina Bay sky raffle due to the concert’s popularity, so be line or celebrate at one of the area’s best re sure to sign up early!

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PRD Wearabouts

Photos by Sky Thomas Gidge Each month, we scour the streets of Shenzhen and Guangzhou to find and Tristin Zhang some of the most stylish people in town and see what they’re wearing.

Cherie John Coat: COS Jacket: Aape Skirt: initial Pants: Aape Shoes: Lesele Shoes: Nike

Vicky Bin Jacket: KICK T-shirt: Uniqlo Dress: Self- designed Shoes: Vans Shoes: ‘Unknown’ of Jacket: SPINNS Korean origin

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Wang Feng The Western filmmakers introducing China's biggest rock star to the world, p32

Kris Wu China Music Corner P30 P34

28 | GZ | NOVEMBER 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM DRUMROLL 29 - WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | NOVEMBER 2017 | GZ | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM mercialized industry that it is today. While industry that it is today. mercialized had, I think the success I’ve for I’m grateful if I’d still be making music and DJing even it had. I off like took music never electronic than of the music rather the love do this for that comes along with it.the fame Fri Nov 10, 10pm-late; HKD405-1,020. Zentral, 4-5/F, California Tower, 32 D'Aguilar Street, Central, Hong Kong (pvdhk.eventbrite.com, 852-2111 8110) ground and mainstream. There are varying varying are There and mainstream. ground or pop, music is electronic whether to degrees – it’s not as black or underground mainstream as it once was. and white does how career, your back on Looking to of the first DJs as one be seen it feel to do you How stardom? international find DJing, of fame in and DJs as the role think you since famous musicians, has changed out? starting were I first humbled, because when I am very a couple hundred literally were there started this appreciated who people in all of Berlin outside of play to expected music! I never This the world. let alone around Germany, I first started when such a niche genre was have would think anyone I don’t career; my com such a massive into grow to expected ------trance shows” to the uplifting, the natureto of inclusive “I think fans will always be attracted be always fans will think “I tween EDM shows at major festivals ver at major festivals EDM shows tween music? electronic underground sus more than just an under I think it’s more Well When I first divide. ground/mainstream always music was electronic career, my started is con what Today, part of the underground. dance music’ is essentially ‘electronic sidered elements of electronic pop music that borrows I think the line mainstream. music, and is very and pop music has been electronic between under and so has the line between blurred, primal energy of the music and uplifting, inclu primal energy generally. shows of trance nature sive futur sci-fi and album’s does the new How its themes? Will to connect istic elements the visuals of to connection any it have China? in shows your of the music A lot of the visuals – in terms futuristic and very – are videos and artwork the theme of finding your around revolve interconnected The album is very utopia. van Paul AEON by show, new live with my see to check out the show to have You’ll Dyk. it is But basically together! it all works how find to let go in order to about learning how happiness. be think about the divide What do you - - ’s Top 100 DJ Top List’s twice.

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DJing and trance’s euphoric appeal. about his sci-fi-inflected new album, fame in his first post-recovery China tour to learn more for his trade. caught We up with PvD before before he returned with a renewed enthusiasm putting him out of commission for months and suffered severe spinal and brain injuries, year, van Dyk fell through a gap in the stage At a performance in The Netherlands last high tempo, melodic electronic music through melodic electronic tempo, high most euphoric types of music. I’ve always made always most euphoric types of music. I’ve Well, to me trance music is one of purest and music is one of purest me trance to Well, the genre? the to be attracted will always of trance fans many people to become lifelong fans of fans lifelong become people to many I think days. hear these pop/EDM music you soaring, has caused so elements uplifting than a lot of the record trance of a true more Why do you think trance music and its music and trance think do you Why much Then On is certainly From career. out my making it. fans enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed to listening enjoy fans are extremely meaningful to me. I hope my hope my me. I meaningful to extremely are album; instead it’s a collection of songs that album; instead certain songs or a particular direction for this this for direction certain songs or a particular other. There was no A&R manager pushing no A&R was There other. while making these tracks was like none like was making these tracks while to my heart and were made in the months fol heart and were my to in the sessions I experienced music, so the joy so far in my career. All these songs are close All these songs are career. in my so far let alone make again, if I’d walk sure I wasn’t This is the most personal album I have made This is the most personal album I have a time when was the accident.lowing There State of Trance festival last year? festival of Trance State time recovering from your injury after A after injury your from time recovering . How does it connect to your your to does it connect On. How Then From Tell us a bit about your upcoming album, upcoming about your us a bit Tell one spot on went on to win a Grammy and the number essentially invented trance music. He then underground venues in Berlin in the 90s and DJs, Paul van Dyk started performing at As one of the world’s most recognized By Erica Martin death Injury Last Year Recovering fromRecovering a Near- DJ Returns after China to The Grammy Award-winning PAUL VAN DYK VAN PAUL COLL AGE SINO CELEB COMING TO A THEATER NEAR YOU acclaim has yet to Kris Wu come, however: Wu was singled out by the Golden You might know his face from the memes.- Broom Awards Round sunnies perched atop his impeccable as 2016’s ‘Most hair,有 Wu looks吗? perfectly serious as he chal Disappointing lenges rappers with the offbeat catchphrase Actor.’ series‘ freestyle The Rap of’ ('Can China you freestyle?’). But there’s The image comes from trending reality no denying his NOVEMBER 10 , where the 26-year-old sheer star power. plays the role of ‘star producer’ alongside older We witnessed it Valerian and the City of a Murder on the Orient Express industry veterans. While the pop star has been Thousandin person thisPlanets past summer while watching mocked for his lack of street cred, he’s also - role.European sci-fi flick Murder on the Orient Express helped raise the profile of a show some say is , in which Wu plays a minor making hip-hop mainstream in China – a testa is one of Agatha ment to Wu’s popularity. The pop idol’s first appearance on the Christie’s most famous novels, featuring iconic The Guangzhou-born Canadian citizen screen sparked a collective intake of breath detective Hercule Poirot. Kenneth Branagh began his career in 2012 as a rapper in Korean inside the movie theater – a sound of surprise, directs and stars as Poirot in this sumptuous, boy band EXO-M (‘M’ for ‘Mandarin), which and wonder, as audience members waited to slightly campy film adaptation, sporting his best was specifically created to target the Chinese see what he would do next. Belgian accent and the most dramatic silver Kind of like: market. mustache ever depicted onscreen. Penelope Cruz, - Famous for: After two bestselling albums, Wu struck Justin Timberlake Johnny Depp, Daisy Ridley and Judy Dench also See him next in: Europe Raiders out on his own, releasing singles while appear being in a Korean boy band play some of the passengers Poirot suspects of ing in various Chinese blockbusters. Critical (2017) having committed murder on a luxurious train HAO BU HAO trip across Europe. Scheduled for a simultaneous Hao release with the US, this film marks the fourth time in which Christie’s novel has been adapted for the screen since it was published in 1934. China’s film festival scene has been growing vibrantly over the past several years, and the latest addition is the Pingyao Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon Festival, which - debuted on Oct 28 and runs through Nov 4. Founded by leading Sixth Generation filmmaker Jia Zhangke and mar keted as China’s answer to Cannes, the festival will be held- in Pingyao, an ancient city and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Jia’s home province, Shanxi. Ang Lee gave Jia per NOVEMBER mission to name the festival after his celebrated film, 17 and there will be “Crouching Tiger” and “Hidden Dragon” Justice League segments of the program, which focus on genre filmsYouth and emerging directors, respectively. After its premiere was delayed earlier last month, Feng Xiaogang’s film, , Justice League became the festival’s opening screening. Also scheduled for a simultaneous release with the US on Nov 17, is the latest Bu Hao celebrity-packed superhero blockbuster and the fifth installmentBatman v inSuperman: the DC Extended Dawn of Universe.Justice Wolf Warrior 2 The film picks up after the tragic eventsJustice Leagueat the Ever since the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and end of (no Sciences announced in early October that spoilers, though if you watch the was China’s official Oscar contender for the Best Foreign trailer you’ll get some), and see Wonder Woman Language Film category, debate has raged online as to (Gal Godot) and Batman (Ben Affleck) assemble whether or not the blockbuster film was the right choice. a team of ‘metahumans’ including the Flash - While some viewers believe it only makes sense that the (Ezra Miller) and Aquaman (Jason Momoa) to nation’s highest-grossing film of all time would be put take down Steppenwolf (Ciarán Hinds), an im forth as the best film of the year, others argue that such- a mortal from the nightmarish plant of Apokolips commercial action film lacks the artistic merit needed to - who leads an army of parademons. Amy Adams, be considered in the category. The film is up against en J.K. Simmons, Diane Lane, Billy Crudup and tries from 92 other countries, and the official Oscar nomi William Dafoe also star. nees will be announced on January 23. 30 | GZ | NOVEMBER 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM [email protected]

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Stephen Chow, Tsui Hark, Ang Lee Named

From MC Hotdog’s rhythmic rhyme-spitting to Seth Troxler’s expansive Most Powerful Filmmakers in China electronica, here are our top 10 tunes from artists playing in the PRD - this month. Last month, popu lar movie-focused - WeChat platform Yiqipaidianying re Bob Moses - Tearing Me Up leased a list that ranks the 100 most ‘powerful’ Miss Ko - Slide filmmakers in China. -In order to decide on the - MC Hotdog - 差不多先生 rankings, the publica tion analyzed each film Higher Brothers - Made in China maker’s score on major domestic film rating Kris Wu - Juice websites like Douban, their media coverage The Woes of Me Seth Troxler - Theand Mermaidtheir box office totals from 2005 onward. Stephen Chow landed at the top of the list, still riding off the success of 2016’s 红花会 Talking Sh*t Freestyle - , while Vietnamese-Chinese director Tsui Hark andI Am Taiwan’s Ang Lee took the second and third spot. Other highly 苏见信火烧的寂寞 Not Madam Bovary Red Sorghum and The - Greatranked Wall directors included JiangFarewell Wen (#4), My Feng Concubine Xiaogang of Wolf Warrior (#5), 2 Zhang Yimou of Yip Sai-wing - 荣光 (#6), Chen Kaige of (#7), and Wu Jing of (#10). Noticeably absent from the top Wilber Pan - 慢动作 10 were several directors who have massive followings in the West, like Wong Kar-wai, who clocks in at #19, and Jia Zhangke, who is far lower on the list at #61.

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EXISTENCE By Jocelyn Richards THE UNTOLD STORY OF CHINA’S BIGGEST ROCK STAR… AND THE WESTERN FILMMAKERS WHO MADE IT KNOWN

- - Existence - - - n less than 24 hours of going live, - person apartment three ways until the busi just to talk – and she just burst into tears, tell , an English-narrated documen ness gained momentum. Their passion for mu ing us loads of stuff. We realized we had a re tary that charts the story of China’s big sic inspired them to focus on filming festivals, ally good story.” gest rock musician, Wang Feng, had racked concerts and events all across China, which is But turning the project into a film about up 1.25 million views on iQiyi. what led them to Wang Feng in 2014. his whole life – instead of just the tour – would Netizens everywhere weighed in with “He was doing a show at the Bird’s Nest in mean funding part of it themselves, and there media.comments, many moved by the film’s candid Beijing, and we were filming the sound team was no guarantee Wang Feng was ready to depiction of a celebrity so often mocked in the because it was a huge operation – the logistics share his intimate past with the world. of filling a 70,000-person stadium with music,” Still, the Sandersons decided to go for it. I From their home in Guangzhou, producers explains Max. “We lost everything,” Tom recalls. “We - Tom, Maxwell and Jacob Sanderson – three When one of Wang Feng’s crew saw what- totally restructured our business model within brothers from York, England – watched the the Sandersons had filmed, they asked to work a period of about three months to make a con numbers climb in a well-deserved culmination with them on the spot, saying they had some scious effort to pursue [the film].” of their three-year endeavor to write, film and thing unique – “20 percent that’s different It took a while – up until the first cut – for edit the first major documentary on China’s from other film companies.” them to gain Wang Feng’s trust. And even then, rock-and-roll legend. It was the project of a The initial agreement held that SLA he was so “insanely busy” most days that he lifetime, and one the Sanderson brothers could Studies would film Wang Feng’s national tour, often forgot they were making a documentary have never seen coming. 10 shows total, and createExistence a standard concert- about his life – a film that would ultimately “We arrived here nine years ago with a - movie. But Max – who would become the chief show the world who he is. suitcase, we didn’tExistence know anyone and we had a- writer and director of – quickly dis “He’s quite reserved,” Max admits. “The crap camera,” jokes Tom, who was instrumen covered the story went deeper than that. most time we spent together was traveling tal in financing . “But to now be navi “We went to the first show in Shijiazhuang from hotels to gigs. It’d always be a 20-minute gating the Chinese music industry and dealing and it wasn’t like what I’d imagine a rock band journey or so, and we would just sit and talk with Wang Feng and Zhang Ziyi on that level… to be backstage – it was so well behaved,” about the meaning of life, or anything.” it’s like a dream.” he recalls. “And Wang Feng seemed like a Gradually, and with support from Onsight The trio started out by founding their pretty serious and highly professional guy, so I Post Production House in London, the own film production company, SLA Studios, thought, I have to do something on him. Sandersons pieced together a narrative of the in 2011, splitting a RMB7,000 salary and one- “We met his mum for coffee – no cameras, real Wang Feng: an introverted kid turned 32 | GZ | NOVEMBER 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM FILM | ARTS

rebellious rocker, caught between his blossoming individuality and the pressure to conform. At its core, the film was just a summary of his life. But for Wang Feng, it brought clarity. “He was like, ‘These guys understand me completely – I’ve never been able to look at myself in this way,’” says Max of Wang Feng’s reaction to the final cut. Interviews with immediate family members – including his wife, high- profile Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi – bandmates, friends and mentors, helped humanize the story, showing localExistence audiences a more relatable side of the once distant megastar. For non-Chinese audiences, legitimized the idea that China could have a real Springsteen of its own – not just a talented impersonator. “Wang Feng’s story is more ‘rock and roll’ than most of the rock artists in the West,” offers Max. “You hear his songs talking about ‘breaking free’ and all that stuff and it’s like, wow, the ultimate – I mean, isn’t that the definition of rock?” Tom adds that while there may not yet be much desire for Chinese music internationally,Existence there is a market for people interested in the stories of Chinese artists. is uniquely crafted to target both wider international audiences and local audiences. It’s a new concept for Chinese video streamingHip-Hop sites Evolution like iQiyi, and one SLA Studios plans to continue developing. “It would be great to create a five-part series, kind of like Existenceon Netflix, with stories from China that are genuinely interesting,” Tom says. The team is already discussing a second film featuring DJ Youdai, who is interviewed- in and who knows “pretty much everyone”Later… in with the ChineseJools Holland music industry. While that will likely be their next adventure, the Sandersons also have an other goal: to get Wang Feng on BBC Two’s – and make Existencehim famous is available worldwide. to watch on iQiyi.com. You can also catch Wang Feng live in Shenzhen: Sat Dec 9, 7.30pm; RMB280-1,680. Shenzhen Bay Sports Center, 3001 Binhai Dadao, Nanshan District 南山区滨海大道3001号 (en.damai.cn, 0755-8630 8888)

WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | NOVEMBER 2017 | GZ | 33 ARTS | MUSIC CHINA Three New Homegrown Albums on MUSIC CORNER Our Radar This Month By Erica Martin

Vanishing Cinema by Hyph11e

As a core member of Shanghai electronic music collective Genome 6.66MBP, Hyph11e’s debut- EP marks an important moment for the local club scene. She炎 named the album after a dream about memories disappearing before her eyes, which inspired her to quit her day job and de vote herself to music. The opening strains of ‘Black Pepper ‘ are comprised of solemn gongs followed by a single animalistic whoop,呓语 and then a slow pendulum of bass that you can feel in your chest starts descending, punctuated by occasional bullet-fast bass sounds. The very digital and futuristic ‘Speak to Me ’ featuring Sharon Stewart is another memorable track, blending mumbling female vocals, glitches and beeps, soupy, bubbling noises and one notable hawk shriek. All of the tracks are to some extent sound exploration; while bass-heavy, they are slow and sometimes spare, making use of the contrast between silence and grinding industrial bass. The album as a whole is overlaid with an aura of eerie futurism, and the three remixes by Tzusing, M.E.S.H. and Kid Antoine round things out by orienting the tracks a bit more toward the dance floor.

We Are Shanghai Vol. 5 by Various Artists

The fifth installment of this local music showcase founded by expat musician Ivan Belcic was compiled by band members of thrash metal band Hitobashira and pop-rockers Pinball City. At 40 tracks, it’s an exhausting listen and could maybe have benefitted from some curation, but the compilation gains strength from interspersing all the vein-bulging metal songs, of which there are many, with songs from other genres ranging from dubstep to hip-hop to pop-rock- and country. There’s much variety and you never know quite what you’re going to hear next. Some' of the tracks we found most memorable include Queen of Shanghai and MC Jado’s dub/reg gae banger ‘Raga Muffin Soldier,’ Ugly Girls’ snarky punk track ‘Fuck Boss’ and ‘Edible Clouds, Parachutes on Fire’s breezy ode to edibles. Of the metal and guitar-heavy rock songs, Second Son’s is a standout for mashing up glitchy electronicWe elements Are Shanghai with Vol.metal, 5 while General Tsao’s ‘Blood On The Sheets’ also stands out thanks to the almost Jefferson Airplane-like warbly voice of the vocalist. The most apparent takeaway from is that this particular slice of Shanghai’s music scene is as pointedly male as ever, but if you listen closely, there are more diverse and interesting roots gradually spreading.

一瞬千撃 by Tzusing

Tzusing’s humble beginnings running the local Stockholm Syndrome club night at The Shelter in Shanghai have given way to his becoming perhaps the city’s most ‘famous’ underground DJ and producer, releasing albums on respected NYC label L.I.E.S. and touring some of the world’s best nightclubs, from Berlin’s Berghain to Brooklyn Night Baazar. Now based between Shanghai and Taipei, Tzusing dropped his latest release last month on Dubai-based label Bedouin Records,- which also released a record by erstwhile Shanghai producer Pan Daijing earlier this year. In the opening track, ‘Flow State,’ featuring Stockholm Syndrome co-founder Illsee, a loop of zombi fied throat singing is punctuated by a driving industrial beat and nasal droning. Tzusing is rather adroit at coming up with evocative song names,得意先生 and ‘Shame’ has a reverberating hum that for some reason calls to mind that exact emotion. Several great moments take a left turn just when you think you’ve figured the track out, like in ‘ ’ or ‘Mr. Smug,’ when some shrill, creepy- crawly instrumentation enters about a minute in, meshing with distant, distorted vocals.

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RUMOURS and the challenges they face in An Expatriate’s Journey China. - to China and Beyond Although there have been discus- Written by Christine Velde sions about challenges of East to- West migrations, few have writ ten about the difficulties of mov ing from the West to the East. Yet- 24 SOLAR TERMS these migrations are becoming- more frequentShanghai due Rumours to globaliza FAIRY TALE tion and advancements in tech A Talking Picture Book nology. helps Translated and Edited by Berenice Zandonai to shed a light on this subject.-

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38 How One Company is Selling Dreams (and Dish Soap) in China Former US President George W. Bush poses onstage at Beijing's Wukesong Arena for Amway China's 20th Anniversary, in 2015 in China's 20th Anniversary, Amway for Arena Wukesong Beijing's at onstage W. poses Bush George President US Former

39 ui Ning posts Moments on WeChat five times per day. Sometimes they’re re-shares, taken from her friends’ timelines. Sometimes they’re photos of her with colleagues at a cooking class sponsored by eSpring® Water Purifier. Other days it’s a self- ie with the latest shade of ARTISTRY® lipstick. If she’s really excited about something, she’ll post photos of it multiple times in one day, like with the ARTISTRY® Intensive Skincare Advanced Vitamin C & HA Treatment. I often receive personal messages from Cui, though I suspect they’re also being sent to others. Some days, she drops a line to say “nihao” or “you’re great!” Once, she wrote: “Buy RMB1,500 worth of Amway products, get one package of sanitary pads for free.” No matter what, her grating online presence is about one thing: American mega-corporation Amway. But Cui is more than a fan. She’s a convert and an evangelist. She is, in Amway speak, an Independent Business Owner (IBO). Amway sells soap, vitamins and makeup, but what it really sells is the American dream. Through semi- nars, motivational speakers and aggressive recruiting, the company tells anybody who will listen how they, too, can become rich – by purchasing an inventory of Amway products and working as an independent sales- person. It’s what Amway stands for: the American Way. The corporation is a pioneer in the direct-selling industry (sometimes known as ‘door-to-door sales’) for its ‘multilevel marketing’ (MLM) structure. In an MLM, sales reps can make money from selling soaps, sure – but they can make even more from recruiting more sales reps. This has led to widespread aggressive recruiting tactics that lead some critics to call Amway a pyramid scheme, or worse, a cult. In the US, a 1979 court ruling determined that Amway was legal. China, though, did not: after Amway and other MLMs entered the Mainland market in the 90s, hundreds of local copycat schemes exploded – causing widespread riots when they later collapsed. In 1998, the government responded by banning MLMs outright, calling the worst of them “evil cults, secret societies and superstitious and lawless activities.”

Above: the Amway Experience Center in Guangzhou Right: the Amway Experience Center in Beijing Opposite Page: displays in Beijing's Amway Culture hall

40 Amway was banned for years, but China’s 2005 ‘anti-MLM’ regulations, ironically, allowed the company to muscle its way back in. By codifying China's definition of an MLM, the regulations laid out all “This is remarkable. the steps Amway could take to not be considered one. And so, to sidestep its MLM status (while still operating as an unabashed MLM China is the first scheme in nearly every other country it sells in), Amway opened brick-and-mortar stores and and tweaked its payment scheme. Then, Amway stepped up its guanxi game. The company established country that appears the Amway Charity Foundation, working in collaboration with the Shanghai Charitable Fund and the Communist Youth League of China. to be showing a It sponsored China’s team at the 2012 Olympics. And it sent hundreds of Chinese officials to study public management at Harvard (and tour willingness not to let Amway’s headquarters in Ada, Michigan) in a program called ‘Amway Fellows.’ Today, China is by far the company’s largest market. Still, Amway’s this ravage its nation” rocky history in China impacts its image – and now, Amway has invested heavily in massive, museum-like Amway Experience Centers, currently opening in cities nationwide. Shenzhen’s Amway Experience Center is still under construction, but last year, a Center was unveiled in nearby Guangzhou. Shanghai’s 7,500spm Experience Center opened in 2014. Beijing’s first Amway Experience Center, meanwhile – a steel and glass behemoth in the center of Sanlitun, the capital’s cosmopolitan heart – debuted just this spring.

41 “Only a good, big, established company would receive that kind of attention, and have other people be jealous of it. Some people are salty”

42 Designed to distance the company from the toxic ‘MLM’ tag, DC. FitzPatrick says the professor was consulting for Chinese these couldn’t be timed better. China is currently experiencing officials drafting the 2005 regulations. (That’s was unable a fresh wave of illegal pyramid schemes, and the government to independently confirm this.) is threatening another MLM crackdown. “It appears to us that MLMs have very little effect eco- “Hello,” says a woman the minute we step inside the Beijing nomically,” said Yang through his translator, at the meeting. Amway Experience Center, whisking us away on a tour of the FitzPatrick says this was an astute observation. complex. Not that we asked for a tour. This is simply what “Very little product is actually moved through MLMs,” he ex- happens – Amway representatives wait for visitors, greet plains. “If MLMs went away tomorrow, it would have no effect them enthusiastically, and before they know it, they’re 90 min- at all in terms of getting products to the public.” utes deep in Amway lore. After all, he says, it’s not like China would run out of all- It’s a high-wattage, multi-sensory experience, bounc- purpose floor cleaners. Instead, he believes that Yang ing throughout the building’s many display rooms: ‘SMART and his colleagues understood that MLMs have “very little SHOPPING,’ where all-purpose floor cleaners are displayed economic value, but an incredible social purpose.” Their real behind plexiglass like precious objects in a gallery; the eS- product isn’t makeup or supplements – it’s hope. pring®® room, where short films about Amway’s air and water “People invest in MLMs because they see them as an alter- purifiers play to a Pirates of the Caribbean-style soundtrack; native to low-paying jobs, debt and the rising cost of educa- and the Nutrilite hall, where an actual John Deere tractor sits tion,” he says. “They believe they can truly get rich.” among artificial flowers in an ode to Nutrilite’s organic-farm On the second floor of the Experience Center, the tone origins. (Nutrilite is a brand of nutritional supplements Amway of our tour changes. Our guide is no longer selling Amway took over in 1994.) Here we gaze upon a bronze statue of products, but the Amway lifestyle. We watch a slideshow the Nutrilite founder, and peruse black-and-white photos of of Amway China staffers on vacation in Alaska, taking self- his time spent studying in Shanghai in the 1910s and 20s. ies with glaciers from the deck of their cruise ship. Here we “Nutrilite and China have a rich history together,” says our learn the benefits of life as an Amway employee – top sellers guide. get all-expenses-paid vacations to destinations like Bali and Flattering depictions of nondescript Western men are every- Australia. Then our guide raises the stakes. where in the Experience Center, but especially within ‘AMWAY “Would you like to meet our manager?” she asks. Yes, we CULTURE.’ After watching a short film about founders Rich would. She whisks us downstairs, where we promptly shake DeVos’ and Jay Van Andel’s perfectly average middle-class hands with him. I begin to ask if he has time to answer some upbringings, we come across a photo of former US President questions, but he’s too busy leading us elsewhere. This George W. Bush, onstage at Beijing’s own Wukesong Arena. In choreographed dance takes us to Rich & Jay, a cafe 2015, Amway flew Bush to Beijing to speak at Amway China’s named for Amway’s founders, where he seats us by a mas- 20th anniversary. Over 12,000 Amway IBOs were in attend- sive poster of the two men. Their faces are everywhere – on ance. Bush and Chairman Steve Van Andel spoke onstage the shop’s logo, on each styrofoam cup, on the Starbucks- about leadership. style merch that pairs their logo (faces) with icons of Beijing. “The US government likes Amway very much,” says our A personality cult is a weird marketing strategy for such guide. “I’ll send you a picture later of Betsy, on WeChat.” normal-looking dudes, I think. But they are rich, white, corpo- Betsy DeVos is the wife of Doug DeVos, Amway’s current rate American men, and perhaps that is reason enough for co-CEO and the son of its founder. The billionaire couple have many to adore them. donated roughly USD200 million to Republican causes and Here is where we first meet Cui Ning. Cui is writing down a campaigns over the years. In December, Trump named her as series of numbers on a sheet of white paper, and the numbers his pick for Secretary of Education. keep getting larger and larger. These are our fortunes, and This, of course, is largely skipped over in an Amway Center they’re growing the more we invest in Amway. Our That’s in- tour. (At a tour of the Experience Center in Guangzhou, tern, Vivian, turns to me and whispers: “That’s a lot of money.” meanwhile, guide Sun Rong says, “One of the founders was That money can be ours, Cui says, if we sign on to become definitely influential in the Republican Party… in finance... or Independent Business Owners today. Once we’re IBOs, we something.”) can buy Amway products at wholesale prices, and then sell Anti-pyramid scheme expert Robert FitzPatrick knows those at retail prices to our friends, family members, col- Amway’s lobbying practices by heart. The activist has been leagues and WeChat contacts. The more we buy, the more fighting against the company – which he personally consid- we can sell. We’ll be rich in no time. (Elsewhere in the world, ers a pyramid scheme – for decades. So when China banned IBOs make money by recruiting more people to sign up, and direct selling in 1998, he was thrilled. then making commission off their sales. But that’s unabashed “I thought, ‘This is remarkable,’” he says. “‘This is the first multilevel marketing, which is illegal in China, so Cui can’t do country that appears to be a showing a willingness not to let that. She can, however, get a bonus for signing us up.) these [MLMs] ravage its nation.’” The two men at our table, both in their 20s, sign up imme- In the run-up to China’s 2005 anti-MLM legislation, Chinese diately. Then Cui turns to Vivian and asks, “How old are you?” officials allegedly sought out FitzPatrick’s expertise. He met She’s 17. with professor Yang Qian and his translator in Washington, 43 “People invest because they see it as an alternative to low-paying jobs, debt and the higher cost of education. They believe they can truly get rich”

Clockwise, from top left: Ouyang Wenzhang, the director of China's Direct Selling Network; Beijing's new Amway Experience Center; a display about the history of Nutrilite; rooms in the Amway Experience Center where Nutrilite employees offer health exams and fitness classes to Amway members

“Oh, when’s your 18th birthday?” she asks. “You can join then.” When I look at the other tables in Rich & Jay, everyone is having this same conversation. The brand-new Dunkin Donuts next door is empty. Dong Chao, a blogger from Shanghai who writes regularly about Amway, says his father has been an IBO for decades, but hasn’t made any profit. “The worst part, for me, is that their sinister intentions are disguised by benevolent appearances,” he tells That’s. Still, Dong’s father believes in the American Way: “He sees himself as the deliverer of health. And the friendly atmosphere in Amway’s classes makes him happy. It makes him want to stay in it. Because of those meetings, he’s always absent from home.” It’s this devotion to the brand over all reason – even after years of no success – that leads critics to brand Amway as a cult. Indeed, IBOs regularly gather at Experience Centers to listen to motivational speeches, not unlike sermons, about the value of hard work. Last month, Cui posted a photo of someone who’d experienced a miracle: The week’s speaker was an old, handicapped woman who, after attending a Nutrilite talk on healthy living, found herself able to walk again (for five minutes at a time, anyway). “[Amway] evokes a reaction from people that is like religious fervor,” says FitzPatrick. “It operates like a cult. “That was the big concern about pyramid schemes in ’98, when they shut them all down. It was a concern from a security point of view. It caused riots.” This past July, protests erupted in Beijing. Hundreds of people, some from far away, demonstrated against a government crackdown on Shanxinhui, an MLM that it has since been branded in state media as a ‘business cult.’ Since then, the State Administration for Industry and Commerce announced it will work with the Ministry of Public Security to further combat

44 pyramid schemes in China, no one is available to comment. A week later, I get a call from an which are on the rise. Amway China PR representative, imploring me to send her my Police investigated over piece before I publish it. I refuse. She says, “Are you interested 2,000 pyramid scheme in politics?” Yeah. “We have nothing to do with politics,” she tells cases in 2016, nearly 20 me. “We’re just a company.” percent more than in 2015, Later that afternoon, I finally get an official statement: “In according to Xinhua. China, pyramid fraud is called ‘MLM.’ Amway is not a pyramid A September New York Times article connects this rise in il- scheme.” Included in the statement are a list of reasons why: legal pyramid selling to China’s slowing economy. But Ouyang Amway’s ultimate goal is the sale of products; to join Amway, Wenzhang, director of China’s national Direct Selling Network, IBOs do not have to pay ‘entry fees’ (they do, however, have to believes otherwise. invest in Amway products); IBOs are compensated based on “This is not related to unemployment, because in China, unem- their sales performance; Amway has over 50 years of history ployment is not very high,” he says a rich, slow Beijing accent. and operates in over 100 countries; and also, employees can “According to government departments, the unemployment rate quit at any time. is 4 to 4.3 percent. In 2012, America claimed that it was 6.5, and Applauding one’s company for allowing employees to quit in 2013, 6.4. So actually, some foreigners will misunderstand of their own free will seems a bit bizarre to me. But luckily for that the unemployment rate in China is high. This is not the main Amway China, IBOs are doing a lot of the PR work for them. reason for the proliferation.” When I ask Cui what she thinks of people who consider Amway Ouyang represents China’s official attitude towards direct-sell- a pyramid scheme, she tells me: “Only a good, big, established ing corporations today. He is quick to condemn illegal pyramid company would receive that kind of attention, and have other schemes like Shanxinhui – but equally quick to defend licensed people be jealous of it. Some people are bitter or salty.” corporations like Amway. Two weeks later, I’m back at the Experience Center. I wander “Amway has many positive influences on Chinese society,” through the displays, this time without a guide, but with my col- he reads, from a stack of printouts he’s brought to our interview. league, Iris, instead. Behind us, a group of women talk about “They have become a model for direct selling in China. Amway Nutrilite. One says her husband’s kidney problems cleared up af- has also formed a specific and unique way to promote trade co- ter he took the supplements. Another mentions an elderly friend operation between the US and China.” of hers who’s unusually energetic, thanks to the brand. Iris turns If it’s not unemployed people who are joining these compa- to me and whispers. nies, then, I ask who is. He reads a list consisting of three types “People in China are so afraid of dying now,” she says. of people: those who want to start their own business, those “Before, life was hard. Even just 10 or 15 years ago, life was who are employed in companies that “operate in the traditional much harder. But now, people see that things are getting better way, but who met some challenges that were extremely difficult and better. They want to be around for the future. I think that’s to overcome, and therefore turned to direct selling,” and finally, why things like Nutrilite do so well here.” “young people who have dreams and want to achieve something Amway’s best product, after all, is hope. And I get the feeling big.” Cui still hopes that I’ll buy her products. When I get back to the I ask if there’s anything Ouyang would like to say off his pre- office that afternoon, I have a notification from WeChat. It’s a pared script, but no, he says, he would prefer to read. When I message from Cui saying, “Hey, you’re great!” contact Amway China’s public relations department later, I’m told 45 COMM UNITY

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| WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | NOVEMBER 2017 WWW.THATSMAGS.COM tra gift we tack on the package. gift we tra add? else to Anything just about the trips Mama isn’t ED: Pacha – it’s about this community of likeminded the experience to people that come together it. and protect beautiful terrain, educat – by can contribute we LK: It’s a way ing people about hiking, but also about the the word spread to hopefully, environment, community of people. and build a stronger Want to join Pacha Mama on their next adventure? Follow PachaMamaAdventures on WeChat to get involved. Chinese and English, encouraging people to people to encouraging and English, Chinese the into their trash throwing think before lake. in a role played China in has living How a company? start to decision your open to not be able I would LK: In Poland, on hike because people this kind of company in this field is just interest Here, own. their always people don’t pick up, and starting to [hiking in China]. go about to how know us, has been a place me, for for ED: China It’s an adven can start something. we where on. move we’ll fail, in the end, and if we ture trying it – I that we’re know But it’s nice to thinking ‘damn, life my just live to want don't done that before…’ I should have all the incredible behind What’sstory the WeChat? trips on of your see we photos and – he has a GoPro ED: That’s all Lukasz of the trip and then photos so will take drone, kind of sum up video to a 2-3-minute make a little ex had. It’s like time we the awesome - - - - stand the importance of protecting it. We try try it. We of protecting stand the importance last Like this kind of awareness. spread to in both signs along a trail posted month, we ent people. of the trips, which effect LK: The unexpected be is that people actually predict, I didn’t friends friends (laughs). come friends – like of hanging out where is this nice way Hiking you’re anything, drink to have don’t you and body] your doing something good [for conversations. awesome having you’re Mama’? ‘Pacha Why in Quechua, an indigenous LK: Pachamama Andes, means the Central language from depend so The people there ‘Mother Earth.’ under and they live, to much on the earth races in Guangxi. We usually hike from point from hike usually in Guangxi. We races in a stay the middle, we point B and in A to rice by village in the mountains, surrounded Yangshuo, to people also take We terraces. to and then hike a day for bike we’ll where of this beautiful peak – the view is out the top of this world. or for the exercise Do most people come social aspect? the an escape from ED: Some people want socialize, others to other people want city, to want some Chinese hiking and nature, love so it’s a mix of differ their English… practice What are some of your favorite places to to places favorite some of your What are hikers? take the rice ter to this June was ED: Our first trip - - -

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By Jocelyn Richards PACHA MAMA ADVENTURES PACHA The Leading Extraordinary Duo (and China in Why Wants Everyone Their Treks Job) show them a sunrise. them a sunrise. show with people? to bring people to this beautiful place and bring people to to beauti places that are know not do this? We the experience not share – why hike ful to he’s living the life, you know? This is his job, know? you the life, he’s living do it. But then this April I thought,ally why remember looking at our guide and thinking, remember The people there were incredible, and I just incredible, were The people there There was a guy who organized our ‘ad organized who a guy was There of a mountain. Indian community on the top touring the city, he proposed we go outside. we he proposed the city, touring this remote up to hiked we where venture,’ new part-time job. of in Mumbai, and instead friend studying month to hear the story behind their enviable visit a to India to went we LK: In February, We caughtWe up with Deniz and Koszuk this about? first come Adventures separate experiences in Yosemite years ago. Mama did the idea for Pacha How love of the outdoors, inspired in part by their this past June, is born of the pair’s longtime of China. Pacha Mama Adventures, launched leading hikes across the breathtaking terrain friendship would evolve into a business five years ago, they neverexpected their couch surfing/barbecue event in Guangzhou Koszuk of Poland met at a Tuesday night When Ezequiel Deniz of California and Lukasz COMM AROUND TOWN UNITY

DEAR JAMIE Sharing and Caring

Dear Jamie,

I met a really cool girl on Tinder a few weeks ago and we ended up spending a night together. I asked to meet up again but she blocked me. Just today, I met my friend’s girlfriend and it was the same girl I met on Tinder. Do I tell him? I’m worried that it will both ruin his relationship with his girlfriend and kill our friendship. -ConfusedWhat’s the inbest Shenzhen way to handle this? Is mum the word? Dear Confused,

Cue thePlanet dramatic of the organs, Apes because we have a good ol’ fashioned Tinder plot twist – similar to a plot twist in that it results in loss of faith in humanity. - SOCIAL SKILLS First: get your dates straight. How long has your friend and his new lass been exclu sive – does your belly bumping fall outside- Toastmasters their timeline? If, on the other hand, you learn she be trayed your friend and you were a tool of the - trade – well, you owe your friend the truth. Rather than lords of bread and butter, their goals. You see, relationships are fickle things: Toastmasters is a worldwide group that fo “You have to do presentations, you blooming, burning out, fading like embers in cuses on improving members’ ability to speak have to prepare and deliver a speech,” says the wind… what I’m trying to say is: the end publicly – or toast, say at weddings, or other Veronica Chen, a Shenzhen-based art teacher is nigh. events. and eight-year member of the group. “You Sit down with your buddy and explain- Formally founded by a dapper-looking - inspire people and that’s why I like it.” what happened. How he reacts is up to him, Ralph C. Smedley in 1924 in California, - Each group has slightly different rules but don’t be surprised if he leaves the con Toastmasters has spread across the world, in about joining, according to Chen. Member versation shy a girlfriend and you on shaky cluding to Guangzhou, where the official web fees go to renting the space where events are ground for a while. site lists about 27 groups that meet regularly.- held. -JamieLook at the bright side, the ‘really cool’ Online, information about specific clubs The focus is on developing leadership - girl might unblock you now. is provided, including contact number, meet- and communication, but in Shenzhen – a city In a pickle? Relish it. Email me: ing times and location, and it’s advised to of singletons – the local branches have a dif- [email protected]. call and ask about languages of communi ferent motto. cation. Some clubs, such as the one taking “Toastmasters has a slogan: where lead place Saturdays at South China Agricultural made.”ers are made,” says Chen. “But in Shenzhen, University, offers both English and Chinese - we have another slogan: where couples are sessions throughout the month. For more information about groups in Guangzhou, They also encourage interested individu visit toastmasters.org. als to observe a meeting, if they wish, or visit several clubs before choosing the one that fits

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TAKE FIVE Jordan Taylor

- From sheltered childhood to stock-trading globe trotter, Jordan Taylor has led an interest ing life, most recently bringing 100,000-or-so YouTube subscribers along for the ride as she- turned Shenzhen into her homeThat’s base. - With 150 videos and 12 million views un der her belt, Taylor spoke to about han dling Internet trolls, the surprising popularity of her China-based vids and the strangest thing she ever had to deal with while filming in Yourthe Middle ‘I Moved Kingdom. to China’ video has more than 700,000 views - why do you think it is so popular? friend and I burst out laughing. We ended up Meizhou, about a five-hour drive outside becoming friends with those guys and did Shenzhen. I stayed with a family and a friend some silly film shots with them along with showed me a temple, a park with waterfalls People are interested in the initial culture ‘talking’ via translation apps – resulting in and another park where you literally walk in shock that a first-timer will have in China, and Somesome hilarious of the YouTube mistranslations. comments can get You'vethe clouds been – right invited on theto explore sides of mountains.other parts it was the first thing I filmed when I got here. pretty negative, how do you deal with that? of China based on your videos. How did you I think it captured my excitement and those find those opportunities? moments where I had no idea what was going on – but still decided to embrace it! - What's the strangest situation you've had While they're wasting their time writing to deal with when filming in China? negative comments, I'm wandering ancient ru I get emails from people all over China ins, exploring mountains that look like movie and sometimes they invite me to visit their setsWhat and has eating been the your best favorite hot pot partin the of world. China hometowns. I love opportunities like this, On the way to the Great Wall, a group of to explore? because you're not just going somewhere as a guys asked for RMB1,800 for a train ticket tourist – you're going there to see someone's we knew cost RMB6! It was so ridiculous, my hometown.

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WRATH OF THE PYLORIANS How to Deal with the Army of Microbes in Your Gut By Dr. Adam Koh

adapt or evolve. So, they decided to neutral ize stomach acid. By producing the enzyme urease, the Pylorians are able to break down urea into ammonia and carbon dioxide. Ammonia then neutralizes stomach acid. Another tactic is to ‘burrow and hide.’ - The inner lining of the stomach has a layer of mucus that protects stomach cells from ero sion, and this provides an ideal hideout for the Pylorians. Once inside, the Pylorians tend to cause a ruckus, bringing about problems of increased acidity and inflammation in the stomach. Then there are the troublesome mutant genes (capable of fooling our immune system into attacking one of our own) and strands Heroesthat can. actually self-repair or transform – like super villain Sylar from the TV series -

It sounds like we are heading for dooms day with so many microbes lurking around, so should we start taking antibiotics now- in order to eradicate them? Before you raid the pharmacy of anti biotics, remember that not everyone who is infected will experience symptoms and thus, it may be unnecessary to eradicate the microbes. Some bacteria present in minute amounts- ankind's deadliest enemy might not The reality is, whenever there is defense, do not cause chaos, and actually coexist with possess the sharpest fangs, bone- there’s always counter defense. And the us amicably. They may even play an impor breaking strength or come in the Helicobacter pylori bacteria (let’s call them tant role in our natural stomach ecology. shape and size of a monster – it might be ‘the Pylorians’) have found just the right ways However, if you do experience symptoms- microscopic. to disable our inbuilt ‘firewall’ and cause (like nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, bad breath, Though invisible to the naked eye, these andpandemonium more. in our gut, causing us to get excessive hunger, abdominal pain or heart tiny ‘enemies’ possess features that allow abdominal aches, diarrhea, stomach ulcers burn) more often than not, then don’t brush them to infiltrate, invade and flourish in one them aside as a stomach flu or gastritis. - of human's most hostile environments: the But how can the Pylorians slip past the Instead, go to your doctor and get a simple stomach.M Not to give the stomach a bad rap- ‘heavy security’ guarding the stomach wall? breath test done, which can detect the pres - – it’s actually a remarkable organ that serves- It took a while before we learned that - ence of bacterium. many functions, including digestion. By se bacteria were the leading cause of stomach With the help of antibiotics, we can eradi creting highly acidic gastric juice, the stom - ulcer disease, a condition not previously be cate bacterium when they cause mayhem. - ach can break down large food particles and lieved to have a microbial cause. But in 1982, Until then, there is no need to panic. After all, aid enzymes in the degradation of macromol two Australian scientists discovered the the key to a peaceful life is to coexist harmo ecules into its building blocks for absorption presence of microbes in the stomach wall of a Dr.niously Adam with Koh otherhas over beings! 20 years of clinical later in the smaller intestine. So, just how person with chronic gastritis and a stomach experience and is acidic is our gastric acid? - ulcer. currently working as a On a pH scale of 0 to 14 (0 being the most In fact, more than 50 percent of the family physician at Sing acidic and 14 the most non-acidic, or alka world’s population harbor H. pylori in their Health Medical. Open line), our stomach acid measures between upper gastrointestinal tract, but not all who- Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, 1 and 3. Visualize it like this: if you poured are infected experience symptoms. It was Sat-Sun 9am-3pm; 2 stomach acid on a piece of wood, it would much later that scientists discovered fasci Xiancun Lu, Tianhe corrode and eat right through it. nating ‘counter-defense’ mechanisms devised District, Guangzhou So, logically speaking, our stomach by the Pylorians, which aid in their intrusion 广州市天河区冼村路2 should be invincible to the threats of the into the human stomach. 号 (020-3739 2500, - 020-3739 2566, www. world. After all, what could one or two of One of these is neutralizing acid. The singhealth.asia) these microbes possibly do to harm us hu Pylorians figured out that if they're going to mans, who are well equipped with a powerful settle down in such an acidic environment defense system? (not to mention lethal), they have to either 50 | GZ | NOVEMBER 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM EDUCATION | COMMUNITY CALLING THE SHOTS The Vaccination Debate By Lena Gidwani

- - - o vaccinate or not to vaccinate your- lit The aforementioned coun bunked and discredited by several respected tle one – that is the question. tries appear to have reached a similar conclu medical studies and experts in the field. - Amidst all the affirmations, mis sion, namely, that vaccinations help protect Judges have since ruled that there was not conceptions, questions and fears, one thing is children’s immature immune systems and enough evidence to prove or disprove that thi true: you’re either for it or against it. There’s- help shield entire communities from major - merosal in vaccines causes autism. no middle ground. disease outbreaks. And while vaccines, like most medications, And speaking of stances, several coun So, why does the debate about the effec can result in adverse effects, most doctors tries around the world have taken one: in tiveness and safety of vaccines still exist? agree that the odds of experiencing a vaccine- the US, the Center for Disease Control and Confusion can be traced back to a 1998 disease.related injury are greatly outweighed by the TPrevention (CDC) and the American Academy- study, in which a published hypothesis by a dangers of catching a vaccine-preventable - of Pediatrics (AAP) both highly recommend- certain Dr. Andrew Wakefield and 12 other vaccinations, calling them a form of preven - authors linked the measles-mumps-rubella A 2015 study of 96,000 children, for exam tive care that is unequivocally safe and re (MMR) vaccine – given to children before the ple, claims a child’s brain is thousands of times sponsible for the eradication of several child age of two – with autism. In the same year, - more likely to be damaged by a disease than by hood diseases, a reduction in mortality. and leading health organizations issued a health a vaccination. Emerging research also shows morbidity rates. In Australia, vaccinations are warning calling for the reduction or elimina that autism appears to develop in the womb – mandatory to receive an education - tion of thimerosal (a mercury-containing long before a baby receives vaccinations. In China, it’s similar: vaccines are divided- compound) in vaccines, claiming it could push The debate about childhood vaccination into two categories: government imposed im levels of neurotoxicity. is stimulating for many reasons. But whatever- munizations (free at local clinics and hospi But here is what we now know, post-2004:- your beliefs or opinions may entail, one thing tals, including mumps-measles-rubella) and despite sustained, relentless attempts to prove- is certain: we are responsible for our own ac non-imposed immunizations (chargeable and a causal link between MMR vaccines and au tions. At the end of the day, it’s up to you to call voluntary, such as rabies). tism, Wakefield’s theory has been widely de the shots.

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With the pedal to the metal, the CICC Guangdong 7° Go Kart Cup was held on September 23 in Shenzhen. More than 60 participants joined the event and 40 racers hit the tracks, thanks to sponsors Maserati, Urbana, LPR and the Wang Jing Law Firm. Before racing around the circuit, racers coffee-ed up with Caffe' Perfetto, while Campo Marzio provided prizes to participants, resulting in a fun-filled and friendly addition to this yearly tradition.

Canton Tower Run Up Open Tournament Mr. Wong F$B Concert - (Supported by ) On September 24, the 4th Annual Canton Tower Run Up was held suc - cessfully at the Canton Tower, along with an entertaining ‘bubble run.’ In the past three years, the tower run has become an influential and - September 23 saw Mr. Wong launch into the Shenzhen scene with crea high-level sporting event. Foshan Poly Centre and Shenzhen Centralcon tive cocktails that pushed the ‘gastro’ label to a new level: incorporating Investment Centre invited the top 10 runners and 1,500 selected run edibles with the drinks, which are assembled by a costumed mixologist, ners to join the final competition. The vertical race started from the Sasha Osta, moving to theme-matching music. Incorporating a lucky second floor and ended at the 112th, boasting 2,580 stairs in total. Zeng- That’s PRD - Wenbo claimed the title in the male group with a record-breaking 14 draw, a la carte cocktails, wine on free flow and support from premium minutes and 36 seconds, climbing each floor in an average of 7.8 sec sponsors like Summergate and – the F$B concert was ex onds, while Jian Muhua came in first in the female group in 18 minutes- tended an extra hour to 11pm, making it one for the books. and 22 seconds; Jeremy Fok, vice executive president of Hong Kong Fok Ying Tung Group, was the first runner to reach the top from the ‘celeb rity group.’

52 | GZ | NOVEMBER 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM Captivating Charity Auction (Supported by and ) - Urban Family and That’s PRD October 14 saw guests fill the grand ballroom of the Futian Shangri-la, Shenzhen in support of the annual Captivating Charity Auction – an event run in part nership with the Shenzhen Charity Federation and supported by , Shamtse and LOVEQTRA. About RMB1.25 million was raised. The money will impact the lives of up to 1,000 girls and their families in remote locations of Western China, with a focus on practical solutions, including greenhouses, animal husbandry, health education and vocational school scholarships.

2017 SWIC Welcome Breakfast Guangzhou White Collar Charity Fight Night (Supported by )

On September 26, the 2017 SWIC Welcome Breakfast was held in - Marco Polo Shenzhen, to greet newcomers from all over the world. Guangzhou’s inaugural White Collar Charity Fight Night was held on HarMoniCare Women & Children's Hospital, the first international October 21 to much fanfare, with the city’s media, F&B folks and box hospital with JCI certification in Shenzhen since 2010, participated ing fans gathering at the Crowne Plaza Guangzhou City Centre. With an in the event. SWIC (Shenzhen Women’s International Club) is a social estimated 500 people in attendance, 16 fighters from around the globe club for expatriates living in all areas of Shenzhen, and focuses on suited up and entered the ring to entertain and help raise money for social and cultural activities for members. It is of particular value to GIVES, a charity which has invested considerable time helping autistic newcomers by providing a means to meet other expats. centers across Guangdong. The night was capped off by a TKO by ‘The Canuck Punch’ that has left us hungry for more boxing action in Canton!

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heraton Hotels & Resorts debuted in - Guangzhou’s Nansha free-trade zone this On October 16, The British School of - he Consulate General of France in past October. The opening of Sheraton Guangzhou invited world-renowned vio Guangzhou organized an outing at Guangzhou Nansha Hotel marked the 13th linist Kathryn Andersen as part of its col Golden Fig organic farm in Huadu Sheraton property in Guangdong province and- laboration with The Juilliard School, New York. District, where 40 participants spent a day the second hotel in Guangzhou, signifying the Students were given a special performance in the planting tomatoes and sweet corn, and feeding popular demand for Marriott’s most prestig theatre after a series of workshops. chickens with organic figs. Sious global brand. T

- - painting and jewelry exhibition organ akwood Premier Guangzhou celebrat n September 29, Trinity’s Mid-Autumn ized by Cloudy Gallery opened at Hi O - - Oed its five-year anniversary on October Festival celebration took place in the Department Store of Grandview Plaza 21 by hosting an environmentally outdoor playground of the kinder Guangzhou on October 21. It featured produc conscious event: a five-kilometer walk through garten, where a wonderful performance by tions of Cloudy – paintings full of Lingnan Guangzhou’s CBD. Participants soaked up the talented children was applauded by attendees. elements by contemporary artist Mila, born - sun and scenery while enjoying an up-close Surrounded by Mid-Autumn decorations, staff and raised in Guangzhou, as well as jewelry look at the city’s modern center. and children enjoyed festive games and deli by Linda Tsai, a jewelry design graduate from cious food. Saint Martins College of Art and Design in ALondon.

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FOOD, DRINK & EVENTS IN GUANGZHOU

Fuelin' Up A look at Party Pier's newest arrival, p66

Street-side Mixology Naan Burgers P60 P62

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ON THE GRILL A Day in the Life of an Executive Chef By Sky Thomas Gidge

hef Giovanni D' Alessandro doesn’t just cook things. Hailing service teams - I make time to engage guests. I ask for their feedback from Palermo, Sicily, Italy, he works at Four Seasons Hotel and try to meet special requests. CShenzhen as the executive chef – meaning he deals with everything from staff training to ensuring the kitchens are properly stocked, all before 6pm when he lets his personal culinary skill shine by pre- 2:30pm – 5:00pm paring an original dinner dish based guest request. Read on to get an The focus now is on administration work and that means responding to internal and external communications. This is also a key period to develop the market list by doing a proper tour of the kitchens’ storage and exclusive peak into the unseen side of some of Shenzhen’s finest food. assessing food inventory. I consider the requirements for the next day's 7am - 9.30am My day starts by checking on the breakfast operation all over the This time is also spent training new staff how to improve their hotel – that means from room service to buffet set up. I need to make cookingmenus with skills each and outlet’s helping chef them and better fine tune understand the next culinaryday's menus. processes. sure the stations are properly manned by well-groomed staff and the kitchen operation is running smoothly. And of course, be there to greet 5:00pm - 6:00pm A quick check on all the kitchen and banquet venues to ensure all are our guests for their first meal of the day! 9.30am - Noon I spend time in the kitchen checking the food being received, includ- ready for the final meal of the day - dinner! ing spot checking for freshness to ensure our quality standards are 6:00pm - 9:30pm met. Then I meet up with various outlets about their reservations and A special time for me as I engage with the diners and learn about their VIP requirements. Then it’s back to the main kitchen to work with my favorite meals. I make a point to challenge my creativity and past experiences to interpret the taste they are seeking in a special customized dish made exclusively for the dinner. It's this time of day when dinner team to get ready for the second meal of the day - lunch! serves as my muse, bringing out my creativity and best craftsmanship. Noon - 2:30pm Apart from doing several rounds at the various kitchen facilities, Get a look at Alessandro’s tight ship at the Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen: Four which are now in full swing, and ensuring that all is running smoothly Seasons Hotel Shenzhen, 138 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District, Shenzhen 深圳市福田 – not only with the culinary team but with coordination of the various 区福华三路138号 (0755-8826 8900) OCTOBER

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THE SCANDALOUS SCOOP OLDIE BUT GOODIE We’re digging: Yakiniku Futago

“When you miss Japan and are trying to reminisce the awesome memories and food, Futago is a good spot to do that.” So wrote one Yelp reviewer of Yakiniku Futago’s New York location on 37th and 17th. And after two visits to the brand’s Guangzhou branch on Xingsheng Lu, we’d tend to agree. Though nowhere near as upscale as its NYC locale, Futago Guangzhou hits home on all the authentic Ethiopian fare and two important marks: meat and service. It’s roasted-on-site coffee at Zagol, now open near Huale Lu (behind the Garden Hotel); least RMB400 for two, and more if you have Starbucks Reserve’s new coffee-meets- anfine appetite. Japanese barbecue, so expect to pay at Call ahead to reserve the famous hamide- Affogato); Max House, a new burger shop ru karubi, a big slice of premium beef from nearice-cream Beijing (like Lu; cold the factbrew that floats Go andVegan the Japan (RMB165 at the time this was written). Don’t be alarmed – it’s custom in Osaka, and could singlehandedly save Xingsheng Lu by The wait staff will tell you it’s imported from a sign of respect (they’re either welcoming opening a grab-n-go location there; dress- Australia, but our secret source begs to dif- guests inside or asking if you’re ready to Song fer… Just know you’re getting the real deal. cook the meat). in Winter Plaza; and devouring as much Other must-orders include the spicy By 6pm most nights, the shop is already ingBrie up as for we fine want, Chinese now that cuisine the banat on soft hangoroshi kimchi (RMB29), Futago style smoking hot and packed, so consider swing- cheese imports in China has been lifted. potato salad (RMB29), wagyu prime karubi ing by for an early dinner or midnight snack (RMB92), beef with sea urchin (RMB59) and imported cold Korean noodles (RMB33). Why Korean? The founder was actually born there, Price:– and definitely RMB250 book a table ahead. We’re done with: but raised in Japan, meaning Yakiniku Futago Nearest metro: Liede (Exit D), 5 minutes offers a nice hybrid of both cuisines under one roof. Open Mon 4pm-2am, Tue-Sun noon-2am; Shop

If the kimchi has you desperately 106, 31 Liede Dadao (next to Starbucks on

parched, you may need to shout for more wa- Xingsheng Lu), Tianhe District天河区猎德大道31号 106铺 (158 7532 1271, 186 6640 4504) ter over the wait staff’s intermittent chants.

calling it a night at 2am ever since Party Pier started enforcing the government- mandated curfew; whatever the fork McDonald’s (or should we say, 'Golden Arches') was thinking with its new French-

fry-framed utensil: the Frork!

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COCKTAIL WHAT’S ON WAIMAI Holiday Sauce Tang Fou Coconut Stew

experience, and its executive chef costumes closeted and a feast pending, turkeys need Lo! The chill winds of November blow! With ghoul what comes with it. Let not the has allegedly worked for French food wintryWinter chillis coming! make youAnd tremble, we all know but service company Sodexo, as well China is awash in nothing if not cognac, and with indulge in a steamy Chinese soup de- Thanksgivingbeheading – but around first: thean appropriate corner, most aperitif. of this cocktail’s Kong. But we’ll let you be the judge. ingredients should be on hand – with the caveat that Tang Fou Coconut Stew specializes in as various five-star hotels in Hong this drink requires you to shake and strain. You can do savorylivered brothsright to contained your office in desk! whole co- Price: RMB50 that right? conuts. Just choose a main ingredient Good for: soup Ingredients maw), pay RMB26-34 and wait for a Search: 汤否sweet coconut-flavored knock(like chicken on your or door. quail, scallop or fish Available on: Dianping, E Le Me, 1.5 oz Cognac The coconut bowl will arrive with Koubei, Meituan 0.5 oz lemon juice a lid, and is vacuum- 1 large tbsp. cranberry sauce sealed to prevent any 1 dash cranberry bitters soup from spilling out. With several branches operating in Yuexiu, Directions Tianhe and Haizhu, Tang Fou Coconut 1.Coat the rim of a martini glass with an equal mixture Stew also offers meals of cinnamon and sugar. (RMB34-52), featuring classic sets like beef or ice. steamed minced pork 3.Shake,2.Add all strain other andingredients pour into to glass. the shaker and fill with with rice. 4.Garnish with an orange twist if desired. The team has over 20 years of soup-making

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hinese convenience store booze is a story of extremes: on the mellow end you have the watery slosh of shelf-stuffing lagers, filling out the middle ground is jingjiu, its medicinal Cundertones an acquired taste and, finally, comes the caustic zip of baijiu. Plenty swear off the Middle Kingdom’s alcohol after the first sip, but this article will change that. Not by teaching you to appreciate some of the world’s most popular spirits, but by giving you some simple street-side mixes you can make – on the cheap.

SCISSOR ME TIMBERS RMB16.5 INGREDIENTS:

My grandfather would call it ‘gut rot.’ In China it’s known as erguotou ( ) – a usually cheap • 50ml of erguotou type of baijiu made from sorghum and widely available. It’s also about as二锅头 classy as chugging a forty • 50ml of peach tea in your underwear before noon on a weekday. So it was a shock when an avid cocktail drinker • 1/3 of a cut apple deemed the following mix ‘floral’ and ‘something I’d drink.’ DIRECTIONS:

1. Cut one-third of the apple into pieces. 2. Add apple pieces into the shaker. 3. Add the erguotou into the shaker. 4. Add the peach tea. 5. Shake for 15 seconds and pour, using the bottle cap to strain out most of the apple.

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Years ago, the jingjiu-milk tea combo had a following among a certain cash-strapped Shenzhen set – lets call this drink an ‘evolution’ of that. Note: it's important to use the Jingpai (劲牌) jingjiu, as this

In this mix, the jingjiu’s medicinal notes are paired with the alcohol’s flavors range from ‘gag’ to ‘one more sip.’ coffee. flavor of Watson’s Vanilla Soda and a heavy dollop of milk

DIRECTIONS: INGREDIENTS: 1. Add the vanilla soda, milk coffee and • 50ml of jingjiu jingjiu to the shaker. • 20ml Watson’s 2. For 15 seconds, shake cautiously Vanilla Soda pointing the cap in a safe direction, as • 75ml Milk Coffee the soda is carbonated. 3. Think about where you went wrong in life. 4. Pour.

THE SWEATY PIG RMB30 TOOLS OF THE TRADE

A step up from erguotou, we call the baijiu in this drink ‘pig juice,’ owing to the pig embla- This guide requires you to MacGyver 小诸葛). Again, get the brand some tools of the trade – and by right for reasonable results. MacGyver, we mean empty a water zoned on its reusable vessel. The official name is Xiao Zhuge ( bottle and save the cap. with refreshing green tea and a hint of saltiness from the unfortunately-named Pocari Sweat. The squeezed grapefruit juice lends this nepenthe a bitter, tongue numbing flavor – paired THE SHAKER INGREDIENTS: DIRECTIONS: No excuses. A water bottle can be substituted for this bartender basic • 50ml Xiao Zhuge Baijiu 1. Add the grapefruit juice, baijiu and Pocari Sweat. – shake with caution when using • 50ml Green Tea 2. Shake 15 seconds. • 50ml grapefruit juice out. 3. Pour. fizzy as you risk an AV-style blow • 15ml Pocari Sweat THE STRAINER

Just turn the cap (of said water bottle) sideways to create a small gap in the opening, catching most of the fruit bits – anything that gets through adds… texture and mouthfeel. Yes, texture and mouthfeel.

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All recipes created with the help Ross OCTOBER Woodford, future lord commander of cocktail bar Life on Mars in Futian, Shenzhen

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GRAND TRUNK Second to Naan By Jocelyn Richards

The result is a mix of old and new: funky The Place floral furniture, golden chandeliers and three flat- We embarked on the relatively painless metro screen TVs in the floor serve to jazz up the weath- ride to Foshan with one burning question: why ered brick interior. It’s enough to attract well-to- would a fast-casual naan burger concept from do locals, who might otherwise fail to grasp the Washington DC choose Foshan, China of all appeal of Americanized South Asian cuisine. places to launch its second shop? Nothing against Lingnan Tiandi, of course – it’s one of our favorite naans round out the menu, along with a variety dining destinations. But something just didn't The Food of beverages like the mango lassi (RMB58) and add up. Invented by Cheema and his brother when they presumably calorific hot truckers’ tea (RMB48), It turns out moving to China was an un- were kids (and often had to cook for themselves best left for cool winter nights. expected leap of faith for cofounder Kamran while their physician parents worked long Prices are steep, but Cheema explains that's Cheema as well. “Expanding was always the goal, hours), naan burgers are undoubtedly the main because only high-quality, imported ingredients but China right off the bat? Probably not,” he says. attraction at Grand Trunk. are used. The whole menu is halal, and gluten- Born and raised in DC, Cheema had visited We preferred the classic beef version over free, vegetarian and vegan options are available China – and Foshan’s vast furniture markets – the Washington ‘Capital Chicken,’ as the former upon request. many times before, but it was the traditional packs a punch of seasoned flavor (both RMB88 architecture of Lingnan Tiandi that really spoke for a single patty, RMB148 for double). to him. The organic ground beef, imported from The Vibe “I like to find iconic, historic buildings,” Australia, is marinated in mouthwatering spices Grand Trunk is all about chowing down on com- Cheema explains. “The one in DC is the oldest like ginger, black cumin, green chilies and onions, fort food in an upscale setting. Naan burgers are commercial building downtown, about 200 years then topped with cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, mint presented plainly in tinfoil, but the decor is nice old. It took more than two years to restore.” chutney and GT’s ‘secret’ house sauce. All that enough where you’ll feel a little guilty getting His Foshan renovations went a bit quicker – goodness is stuffed inside a fluffy, just-baked tan- sauce on the plush chairs. done in just two months. Still, he says preserving doori naan. Mmmm. Our final verdict? We’d happily make the trek the original open ceiling (which is gorgeous, by Some of Grand Trunk’s recipes have been again to split a double naan burger and some the way) wasn’t easy. “Everyone told us to seal it in the family for generations, originating with fabulous lamb masala with friends – as long as off. You’d think they’d embrace the old vibe, but it Cheema’s great grandmother from Pakistan, they’re willing to go Dutch. took a lot of back and forth [to keep it].” who learned from top chefs in India while she spent years traveling the subcontinent with her Price: RMB200 husband. Who’s going: Foshan visitors and expats, af- That homemade touch is evident in the Good for: naan burgers, home-style South and country style dal tadka (RMB78). Both are Asianfluent cuisinelocals refreshinglygrass-fed New light, Zealand relying lamb less masala on salt (RMB158)and more on Nearest metro: a wealth of spices ground daily in DC and shipped to China. Open daily, 10am-10pm;Zumiao 5 Tiandi (Exit Lu, C), Lingnan 10 minutes Tiandi, Exotic naans (like the ‘salsa quesadilla,’ Chancheng District, Foshan 佛山市禅城区岭南天地天地 RMB68), ‘naanzas’ (or pizza naans) and dessert 路中5号

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MADO Your New Favorite Ice Cream Ingredients are visibly of high quality, but the Text and photos by Jocelyn Richards overall presentation and flavor are nothing to write home about. The Place If you didn't guess by the introduction, Mado is all The menu is substantial, however, and about ice cream (though it also offers a huge va- there are plenty of authentic Turkish dishes to For years, we’ve made do with 7-11’s artificially riety of baked goods, brunch, sandwiches, pizza, try, including simit (Turkish bagel) with cheese flavored frozen treats, sugary McFlurries and the pasta and salad). The ice cream recipe is unique (RMB42), manti (Turkish ravioli) stuffed with occasional 10-dollar pint of imported Ben and given that it’s Turkish, and combines goat’s milk, minced meat and yogurt and kanafeh served with Jerry’s. It hasn’t been easy, but then again, we’re sugar, salep (flour made from the root of wild warm milk (RMB52) or baklava (RMB48 and up) not about to complain and be that foreigner who orchids) and mastic to create a stickier version of for dessert. whines about China’s subpar ice cream options our favorite frozen dessert. If you go, try also a glass of homemade at a bar… It’s so sticky that you can actually hang lemonade with mint leaves and green apple The arrival of Mado has changed everything. chunks of the stuff (at low temperatures) and (RMB22), another of Mado’s signature offerings One bite of its creamy dondurma, or Turkish ice carve it with a knife like you would Brazilian and some of the best we’ve tasted anywhere in cream, and our long-held craving for bingqilin barbecue meat. The consistency offers plenty the world. melted away. of opportunities to tease guests as well, as serv- If you’ve traveled to Europe or the Middle ers stick a cone on the end of a hunk of viscous East, you’ve probably encountered the brand be- dondurma and playfully yank it away just as a The Vibe fore, which now has nearly 300 franchise shops customer reaches up to grab it. There’s a reason it took so long for Mado to finish in 15 countries worldwide. But Mado was born Of the 24 flavors available, we sampled 10: renovations: the three-floor interior, bakery and plain, chocolate, sour cherry, raspberry, rice, outdoor patio are entirely new – and beautiful. Kanbur as a family-owned ice cream parlor in of humble beginnings, founded in 1850 by Yaşar lemon, mango, honey, coffee and coconut (vegan). Inside, colorful displays around the ice cream Dondurma is served in flat ‘layers’ – not scoops counter instill a kind of kid-in-a-candy-shop ex- The latest Mado cafe to inhabit Taojin’s old – and is priced at RMB18 for one layer, RMB36 citement. And the bright courtyard, with hanging ElephantMaraş, Turkey. & Castle is also the brand’s very first for two and RMB58 for four (or one ‘portion’) at plants and a pergola canopy, transports guests branch in China, giving us Guangzhouers some- Mado. We advise you splurge on a full portion, far, far away from the drabness of Taojin. thing to brag about for a change. which works out to roughly two scoops of ice It’s a classic place, and one we expect will suc- cream by traditional measurements. ceed here – at least in answering our desperate The Food Surprisingly, the texture is almost identical screams for ice cream. to regular ice cream once you take a bite, maybe even creamier. Sweetened naturally with sugar Price: RMB80 from fruits and honey, every spoonful bursts with Who’s going: anyone who knows Mado or wholesome, fresh flavor. adores ice cream The food is comparably underwhelming; Good for: delicious dondurma, Turkish we sampled the fresh herbs omelet (RMB45) baked goods made with spinach, parsley, purslane and ground Nearest metro: Taojin (Exit B), 2 minutes black pepper, homemade su borek (cheese- filled filo dough, RMB30), fried eggs and potato Open daily, 8am-midnight; 363 Huanshi Dong Lu (next (RMB42) and an almond chicken salad (RMB52). to Baiyun Hotel), Yuexiu District 越秀区环市东路363号

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The Food GUO XIAO The eatery crafts noodle soups topped with various cuts of beef, hence the range in prices (a soup with foreshank is RMB32, while one JIANG with tenderloin sells for RMB25). As a Chaoshan ren Chaoshan Noodle Soup for attest that the portion of beef topping is pathetic by traditional, standards,I can confidently which is the Soul disappointing considering that’s typically the highlight of Chaoshan beef noodles. You Text and photo by Tristin Zhang can remedy the situation by opting for extra toppings, such as the beef balls (牛肉丸, RMB12), another famous Chaoshan export. Topping complaints aside, the kuy teav, windows. served with pickled veggies, boasts a delicate lightThough easily seeps not perfect, through Guo the Xiao floor-to-ceiling Jiang is a The Place welcome step up from most Guangzhou eat- shacha, or powdered seafood eries specializing in kuy teav, which tend to The director of A Bite of China once pointed sauce,flavor. Doand yourself medium-hot a favor chili and paste throw – in in case all the be remiss in their aesthetic – and sanitary – out that a Chinese gourmand who’s never fixings: belovedkuy teav too bland. departments. been to Shantou can’t call himself one. He For a side, try the oyster omelet (蚝仔 said that for a reason: Chaoshan, where the 烙you, RMB22): find the a small dish prepared with oys- Price: RMB50 eastern Guangdong cities Chaozhou, Shantou ters, egg batter and starch that’s a favorite in Who’s going: Tiyu Xi Lu shoppers, Ga gi nang and Jieyang lie, boasts recipes that date back Chaoshan, Taiwan and Fujian. Best eaten with (Chaoshan people) to 200 BC. The region has been likened to a Good for: beef rice noodle soup, oyster omelets ‘Treasure Island’ in the sea of Chinese cui- deliciously crispy and center juicy. Nearest metro: Tiyu Xi Lu (Exit B), 10 min- sines. a touch of salty fish sauce, its outer layers are utes Guo Xiao Jiang (粿小匠), new on Tiyu The Vibe Dong Lu, brings into focus one staple The restaurant’s decor is mundanely white, Open daily, 10am-10pm; Shop 26-27, InStation, 39- Chaoshan dish: kuy teav – a pho-like, rice noo- but modern. The space is well-lit, and sun- 45 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe District 天河区体育东路39-45 dle soup normally served in pork stock. 号潮流站首层26-27号铺 (3888 8136)

cross continents to try.” An ensemble of four parts, the humble Hainanese chicken rice The Vibe MASTER LEUNG may look terribly boring and unsophisti- offer comfortable space for a maximum ca- to make. Cooked two ways – steamed and pacityIt’s simple, of 80, homey and you and can welcoming. expect to beBoth in floorsand MANDARIN roastedcated on – paper, it comes yet served it’s extremely whole (RMB198), difficult out in a jiffy. All in all, a very decent attempt half (RMB108) or as a set with fragrant rice at local Singaporean fare, and plenty of time (RMB48), clear soup and a trio of homemade for uncle and aunty to get their rice just right. CHICKEN RICE condiments. Homegrown experts will tell you the Price: RMB50 For the Love of Singapore most important part is the rice: it must be Who’s going: homesick Singaporeans (and good enough to eat on its own. Whilst Master Malaysians) By Lena Gidwani Leung’s soy-sesame drizzled meat itself is Good for: local hawker stall favorites, learning Singlish The Place slightly mushy and overcooked and lacking Nearest metro: Taojin (Exit A), 8 minutes annoteworthy, aromatic smack.the rice falls flat, appearing You know you’ve entered a family-run, home- The remaining dishes, however, stay Open daily, 11am to 10pm; 34 Huali Lu, Zhujiang style Singaporean eatery when a pungent yet true to local heritage. Laksa (RMB48) packs Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城华利路34号 enticing aroma of chicken, lemongrass and a serious punch: this traditional rendition (3893 3063) garlic hits your nose in all the right places. Walking inside, you’ll spot a small white and piquant, with strong overtones of freshly poundedof the chili galangal, pepper-flecked lemongrass, broth shrimp is creamy paste by Polaroids of famous Hong Kong TV stars, and coconut milk. Choose from chicken, inspirationalMerlion at the messages far end of and the picture room, flanked frames on the wall. and opt for a mix of both rice noodles and Just as you’ve found a comfortable place vermicelliprawn, meatball, for maximum cuttlefish taste ball and or seafood,texture. to sit down, the elderly ‘uncle’ and ‘aunty’ Bah kut teh (RMB48/large, 28/small) featured in said pictures will appear, gushing must be ordered: the warm, dark liquid is over you and welcoming you to their humble stewed for hours, with rich, chewy pork bits abode. (on the bone) that go down well. Noteworthy is also the sambal belacan vegetables OCTOBER The Food (RMB25), stir-fried water spinach with shrimp paste that’s modest yet delicious. The BBC has called it “the kind of dish you’d

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adding further oomph is the tomato gazpacho (RMB88). Though not traditionally French, the combination of king crab, avocado puree and cold, refreshing soup poured over it is comforting. Be greedy, for this is an orgasm in your mouth you won’t want to miss. Dip some freshly made bread to sop it all up; it’s made daily and served with Fuel’s own mix of homemade butters. For mains, the Fuel black cod (RMB288) is a must-have. The powerful depth of the black olive paste and natural sweetness of the caramelized onions adds an elevating dimension. Beef lovers will adore the slowed- cooked veal shank (RMB198) in a rich, piquant tomato cumin sauce. Vegetarian? Try the wild mushroom ri- sotto; it’s hearty and lives up to expectations. End the meal not just with dessert, but as the French do: with a cheese platter (RMB138). You should follow your heart and pair it with some vin rouge, for dessert is just as delightful as the rest of the experience.

comes tops – tuile, pecan biscuit, mousse and FUEL caramelizedOf the five, apples the la bring tarte it tatin all to (RMB78) a climax. It’s not very sweet though, so those expecting a Up and Above Luxury sugar rush might have to look elsewhere. Behind the glass of the open kitchen, the By Lena Gidwani skill and time that goes into every experience at Fuel is starkly evident. Of course, a meal will set you back some serious dough, so As night falls, you’ll be rubbing elbows with come ready to splurge. The Place the parade of foodies, hotties, A-listers and Have you ever been to a place and thought trendsetters, enjoying an imaginative selec- “Damn, am I really in Guangzhou?” tion of liquid hedonisms, from tried-and-true The Vibe That's exactly what comes to mind at Fuel, favorites to eclectic newcomers ripe for dis- It’s sexy, classy and cool. And adding a couple where endless attention, serious comfort and covery. of notches to that threesome are those hot carefully orchestrated pleasures abound. An DJ’s manning the decks and dropping some inspired French restaurant with an uber-cool serious beats to get the party slammin’. So The Food It’s nice to see chefs get super fussy with and let your hair loose for a view-worthy avant-gardebar and rooftop furnishings lounge in and Party a classy Pier, thisvibe fine that technique and show off a bit. After all, luxury rooftopdress for party a fine with meal, Fuel then in yourremove belly. that You’ll coat be transportstwo-floor spread you to iswhat chic is and to come.swanky, with was born out of fuss, and taking on this glad you did. Right by the wall of bottles on the fourth Sisyphean task is culinary artist Chef Greg and Executive Chef Steven. They don’t just Price: RMB350 want you to enjoy the experience – they'll en- Who’s going: foodies on an empty stomach, floor, steep stairs lead to an open-air lounge. sure you’re left dreaming about it days later. well-traveled gourmands Start the journey with tradition: goose Good for: lushly presented dishes, imagina-

and topped with a slice of iced pear jelly, the Nearest metro: Canton Tower (Exit A), 24 liver (RMB148). Tinged with black truffle - minutestive flavor combinations ture that is sheer magic on a plate. The beef tartarecrunch trioof figs (RMB168) and brioche is delightful add a pleasing and not tex Open daily, 5.30pm-2am(last food order 10.30pm quite as raw as the name suggests, which is weekdays, 11pm weekends); 4-5/F, Area B (take brilliant given it’s served three ways. elevator right by 7-11), Party Pier, 118 Yuejiang Xi Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区阅江西路118号琶醍B区4-5楼 Pushing the boundaries of technique and (7-11旁边电梯上) (8092 2169)

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“We only drink craft beer,” declares a sign over a skull mural in Phobeer Brewpub’s Liwan location. There, for over a year, the small craft peculiar varieties as well, including Bravo’s alternatives, Phobeer is ready to show them beer bar has been a go-to destination for lo- lime wheat ale and Church Key’s hoppy lager the ropes. And with two additional branches cals who appreciate hop-forward brews. (RMB35 for 330ml and RMB45 for 500ml). currently underway, the bar looks poised to Now, with its recent expansion into a An American-made peanut-butter- play a central role in enlarging the city’s craft beer scene, one foamy pint at a time. District, Phobeer is able to offer craft beer lov- (RMB50/60) is also on tap. Foamless, it tastes ersbuilding a total on of Yanjiang 24 varieties Zhong on Lu tap in and, Yuexiu allegedly, thickflavored with stout a hint dubbed of rich, Burping nutty butter, Beaver and has Price: RMB50 over 200 different bottles, a number of which scored mixed reviews from patrons. Who’s going: local craft beer lovers, Pearl are crafted by Chinese breweries such as Jing After trying several imported craft beer River tourists A, NBeer and Panda (all RMB35 for 330ml brands such as Russian River, Westvleteren Good for: a wide variety of brews, chill atmos- and RMB45 for 500ml on tap). 12 and Treehouse, Dutch brand De Molen’s phere On a Monday night roughly three weeks IPA Dag & Dauw (RMB55/65) emerges as our Nearest metro: Tuanyida Square (Exit B), 10 after opening, Phobeer is more or less vacant. top pick. It boasts an agreeably fruity taste minutes Maybe the shop’s inconvenient location is to thanks to the addition of bergamot orange blame, or maybe guests are simply turned and a well-balanced medley of hops. Daily 5pm-4am; 299 Yanjiang Zhong Lu, Yuexiu off by the ‘oyster stout,’ which tastes of burnt As more Chinese gravitate away from District 越秀区沿江中路299号 wheat and coffee. Luckily, Phobeer stocks less tasteless ‘water beer’ to explore the wealth of

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Peking Opera Night Modern Dance

Hailing from a Palestinian village, Come on out for this show that features Burhan Amer had to leave his land sections of four famous Peking operas. French choreographer Jean-Christophe Maillot reinterprets this pillar of classic of birth when a child. In 1979, If you haven’t had a chance to see what ballets with his personal vision of Swan Lake, taking a different approach that fate brought him to China, where China most famous cultural heritage adapts mixed media and a variety of dance styles. In its narrative, costumes he spent nine years before mov- is all about, this will be an opportune and corps de ballet configuration, the changes are evident. Performed by Les ing to Belgium. For Amer, China is occasion. Ballets de Monte-Carlo, this modern-day version of Swan Lake promises to be a like a peaceful harbor, filling him Thu Nov 9, 7.30pm; RMB50-280. memorable spectacle. with hope. This exhibition, titled A Guangzhou Friendship Theater, 696 Wed-Sat Nov 8-11, 2pm/8pm; RMB280-2,017. Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Journey, displays colorful paintings Renmin Bei Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District 天河区珠江西路1号广州大剧院 (www.gzdjy.org, through which Amer conveys his re- 人民北路696号广州友谊剧院 (www. 3839 2888) flections on life. damai.cn, 8666 8991) Tue-Sun until Nov 13, 11am-8pm; win! free entry. Kui Yuan Gallery, 9 We have a pair of tickets to this show to give away! Message our official WeChat account (ThatsGuangzhou) before November 7 with the subject ‘Swan’ and Xuguyuan Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区 Tiny Modern Dance why you should win. Please include your full name and contact number. 恤孤院路9号逵园艺术馆 (8765 9746)

The Seagull Comedy Treasure of Art Guangzhou Through Nouveau Exhibition Your Eyes Exhibition

“If you want to find the beauty of life on purpose, perhaps you will come across it. But if you drop the thought, perhaps you will see miracles of life.” So says the choreographer of Tiny, performed by the Guangdong Modern Dance Troup. Four-act comedy The Seagull was Share your affection for the city of Through the futuristic stage perfor- considered one of Russian play- Czech artist Alphonse Mucha is Guangzhou and its people through mance, Tiny asks audiences to ‘see’ wright Anton Chekov’s best works. one of the best in the realm of Art photography. Lido Art invites pho- their inner voice, which may with- Nouveau, an international genre It confronts the romantic conflict draw them from the awkwardness that focuses on decorative art. This tography-savvy individuals to submit of life and help them make peace between the art and mundane exhibition showcases a collection the best shots of Guangzhou they with themselves. daily life. This version, produced by of Mucha’s finest works, varying have composed in the categories Fri Nov 24, 8pm; Price TBD. Belarus’ National Academic Janka from metal sculptures to exquisite of people, history, architecture and furniture. Guangdong Performing Arts Center Kupala Theatre and winner of the scenery by November 5 (email info@ Tue-Sun Nov 25-Mar 25, 9am- Theater, 1229 Guangzhou Dadao country’s National Theatre Award, lidoartcenter.org). An exhibition will 5pm; free. Guangdong Museum, 2 Zhong, Tianhe District 天河区广州大 was deemed the best play of 2014 be held later in the month. Zhujiang Dong Lu, Tianhe District 天道中1229号广东演艺中心剧院 (www. in Belarus. Daily Nov 11-22, 9.30am-9.30pm. 6/F, 河区珠江东路2号广东博物馆 (3804 damai.cn, 3720 6282) Thu-Fri Nov 16-17, 7.30pm; RMB80- Guangzhou Books Center, 123 Tianhe 6886) win! 680. Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Lu, Tianhe District 天河区天河路123 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District 天河区 We have a pair of tickets to this show to 号广州购书中心6楼 give away! Message our official WeChat 珠江西路1号广州大剧院 (www.gzdjy. account (ThatsGuangzhou) before org, 3839 2888) November 21 with the subject ‘Tiny’ and why you should win. Please include your full name and contact number.

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Cowparade Exhibition Themed Meal Set Meal

LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou invites you to feast on gourmet hairy crabs, a delicious treat in the season of autumn. Peach Blossom, one of the pinnacles of Chinese culinary excellence in Guangzhou, offers several Shanghai-style hairy crab dishes, including steamed whole hairy crab, steamed hairy crab with Huadiao yellow wine, deep-fried hairy crab with chili, sizzling hairy crab with ginger onion and bean curd, among others. RSVP by calling 189 2625 8505. Daily all month 11am-2.30pm; 5.30-10.30pm. Peach Blossom, LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区环市东路368号广州花园酒店 (189 2625 8505) G Restaurant at Grand Hyatt Guangzhou is collaborating with Cowparade, a renowned public art event that has been staged in 79 cities worldwide since 1999, to craft a beef-themed menu for Guangzhou diners. Pesto marinated beef carpaccio with Arugula, shaved Parmesan, capers and Remoulade sauce and beef consomme with pearl vegetables and poached quail egg are just two enticing dishes in the five-course menu. All month, 6-9.30pm; RMB688 plus 15 percent. G Restaurant, Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, 12 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe District 天河区珠江西路12号广州富力君悦大酒店 (8396 1234)

2017 ISA International School-R&F Consulate Semi-buffet Dinner at EbonyDinner Championship Football EDUCATION Tournament Soccer Game

BSG International Day Family and School

After two successful tourna- ments in 2015 and 2016, this year's Guangzhou R&F Consulate Championship Football Tournament promises to be bigger and better than ever, with 22 teams participat- ing. Organized by Guangzhou R&F Football Club and sponsored by ISA The annual British School of International School Guangzhou, the This lunch special is built on the restaurant’s popular semi-lunch buffet, which Guangzhou International Day is tak- tournament is one of the largest of has won praise from the business sphere and food connoisseurs. The dinner ing place on November 18. With over its kind held among foreign consular will include exquisitely prepared appetizers, desserts and main courses, as well 2,000 visitors likely to attend, the institutions in China, and something as an array of appetizing dishes. popular event offers food and bever- football lovers everywhere can look Ongoing, noon-2.30pm, 6-10pm; RMB328 plus 15 percent. Ebony, Mandarin ages from across the globe, a grand forward to! prize raffle draw and fun family Nov 11-Dec 10, various times. Shihao Oriental, Guangzhou, 389 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District 天河区天河路389号广州文 games. Please check www.bsg.org.cn 华东方酒店 (3808 8884) for more details. Sports Park (Metro Line 8, Wan Sat Nov 18, 11am-3pm; RMB20 for Sheng Wei Station, Exit D). Check adults, RMB10 for children. British www.isagz.org for more details. School of Guangzhou, 983-3 Tonghe Lu, Baiyun District 白云区同和路983-3号广州英国学校 (8709 4788)

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Jonas Kaufmann Classical Music Matt Greiner Asia Clinic Tour Music Clinic

The German Chamber of Commerce, partnering with South & Southwest China, will hold its first football tournament in UISG. As one of the German Chamber's flagship events, The creative drummer of Grammy- this will be a nice occasion for col- German operatic tenor Jonas Kaufmann is hot stuff in the realm of opera, harvest- nominated American metal band leagues, families and friends to catch ing success in both Germany and abroad, such as at the Metropolitan Opera in NYC. up while enjoying live sports. August Burns Red, Matt Greiner has The New York Times once eulogized him as “a box-office draw… the most important, raised the heavy-metal drumming Sun Nov 26, 8.30am-7pm. UISG, 800 versatile tenor of his generation,” because he is also an accomplished Lieder singer. scene to new heights. His skillful Shatai Bei Lu, Biayun District 白云区 Kaufmann’s performance at the Guangzhou Opera House will include several pro- performances have earned him no 沙太北路800号广州誉德莱国际学校 small number of accolades – all the grams featuring pieces by Robert Schumann and Franz Schubert, among other classical 号匠星陶艺 (400 8852 446, Wechat: more reason to catch his music clinic composers. this month. mastervip3) Mon Nov 13, 8pm; RMB680-1,580. Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Wed Nov 22, 3pm. Xinghai Tianhe District 天河区珠江西路1号广州大剧院 (www.gzdjy.org, 3839 2888) Conservatory of Music, 398 Waihuan Xi Lu, Guangzhou University Town, win! We have a pair of tickets to this show to give away! Message our official Panyu District 番禺区广州大学城外环 The 4th Annual Charity WeChat account (ThatsGuangzhou) before November 11 with the subject ‘Jonas’ and 西路398号星海音乐学院 (3936 3399) Bike Ride Charity Event why you should win. Please include your full name and contact number.

Paragliding Extreme Ricky Stone DJ Werner Bartschi Piano Sports

Global Education Alliance and Ignite Academy would like to invite you to join in the 4th Annual Charity Bike Ride for the refurbishment Werner Bartschi’s interpretation of of Shang’en Elementary School. Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin Experience an incredible adventure Pop in at Catwalk for an electrifying and Liszt is spontaneous, communi- on a 180-kilometer bike ride across Guangdong, from the UNESCO World night featuring British DJ Ricky Stone, cative and exciting. Born in Zurich in Heritage Site of Kaiping to Zhaoqing. a veteran of the UK’s rave scene in 1950, his repertoire includes works Experience paragliding over the Register by November 7 to join by the mid-90s. Named one of the Top from the late renaissance to the mod- coast of Huizhou. Participants will contacting Golden at 186 2059 5525. 100 DJs by DJ Mag in 2005, Stone, a ern times. At Xinghai Concert Hall, fly with a professional coach, so Nov 14-17; RMB2,000 (includes dona- resident DJ at Hong Kong’s C Club, is Bartschi will play a selection of classi- no training is required. For more tion of RMB500, insurance, room the first Hong Kong/China based DJ cal maestros’ work as well as his own information, contact Phil (WeChat: ai- and board, local transportation, two xiaolei) or call 186 0066 4520. to crack the elite list. compositions. T-shirts, bike rental, helmet rental Ongoing; RMB880. Huizhou. Thu Nov 16, 1am; price TBC. Catwalk, Sun Nov 12, 8pm; RMB80-200. and medical supplies) Xiaoyingju, Huizhou 惠州市惠阳区 163 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District 天 Xinghai Concert Hall, 33 Qingbo Lu, 小鹰咀河区天河北路163号Catwalk国际跳舞 Ersha Island, Yuexiu District 越秀区俱乐部 (6286 9999) 二沙岛晴波路33号星海音乐厅 (www. ticket-easy.cn, 8735 3869)

70 | GZ | NOVEMBER 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM Sofia JannokFolk Music Christine Walevska Cello

Born in 1943, renowned American cellist Christine Walevska is referred to as ‘goddess of the cello’ by fans. She first stepped on stage at 18 years old, and has been actively performing all over the world ever since. Accompanied by Japanese pianist Akimi Sofia Jannok is a twice Grammy-nominated singer from Sweden who boasts rich Fukuhara, her concert in Guangzhou is not to be missed. onstage and producing experience. Starting out as a singer at the age of 11, Jannok, Sun Dec 3, 8pm; RMB380/580. Guangzhou Opera House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, of the indigenous Sami people, was influenced by both her mysterious heritage and Tianhe District 天河区珠江西路1号广州大剧院 (www.gzdjy.org, 3839 2888) modernity, including Yoik – a traditional form of Sami song. Fri Nov 24, 8.30pm; RMB120 presale, RMB150 at the door. T:union, 361-365 win! Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Yuexiu District 越秀区广州大道中361-365号东方花苑1 We have a pair of tickets to this show to give away! Message our official WeChat account (ThatsGuangzhou) before November 30 with the subject ‘Cello’ and 层凸空间 (www.showstart.com, 3659 7623) why you should win. Please include your full name and contact number. win! We have a pair of tickets to this show to give away! Message our official WeChat account (ThatsGuangzhou) before November 21 with the subject ‘Sofia’ and why you should win. Please include your full name and contact number. Sean Nicholas The Beatleband Gig Savage×Molly Nilsson×Better Person Gig

Galliano Septet Tango Music

Sean Nicholas Savage is a Canadian Four expats, with a love for the sounds singer-songwriter and influential of the sixties, are coming together to member of Arbutus Records and the recreate ‘Beatlemania.’ Performing The Canadian indie music scene. Molly Beatles’ greatest hits from every one Nilsson is a Berlin-based, Swedish of their number one selling albums, singer and producer, while Better they will take you on a musical jour- Person is the stage name for Adam ney through the life and times of the Byczkowski, a Berlin-based, Polish mu- world’s most celebrated band. The sician. At T:union, these three talents group prides themselves in showman- will converge for an awesome night ship, energy, quality and commitment. The father of neuvo tango music, Astor Piazzolla is the world’s most important of jams. Come sing along to ‘Can’t Buy Me composer of the genre, blending traditional tango with elements of jazz and clas- Thu Nov 9, 8.30pm; RMB100. T:union, Love,’ ‘Yesterday,’ ‘Hey Jude’ and many sical music. This concert, featuring a performance of Piazzolla’s ‘Four Seasons,’ is 361-365 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, more of The Beatles’ most popular brought by the renowned Galliano Septet, which is helmed by accordionist Richard Yuexiu District 越秀区广州大道中 songs. Galliano and will feature Piazzolla’s grandson on the drums. 361-365号东方花苑1层凸空间 (www. Tue Nov 28, 8.30pm; RMB60 presale, Wed Nov 15, 8pm; RMB80-680. Xinghai Concert Hall, 33 Qingbo Lu, Ersha showstart.com, 3659 7623) RMB80 at the door. T:union, 361-365 Island, Yuexiu District 越秀区二沙岛晴波路33号星海音乐厅 (www.ticket-easy.cn, Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Yuexiu win! 8735 3869) District 越秀区广州大道中361-365号东 We have a pair of tickets to this show to give away! Message our official WeChat 方花苑1层凸空间 (3659 7623) win! We have a pair of tickets to this show to give away! Message our official account (ThatsGuangzhou) before WeChat account (ThatsGuangzhou) before November 12 with the subject ‘Septet’ and November 8 with the subject ‘Savage’ why you should win. Please include your full name and contact number. and why you should win. Please include your full name and contact number.

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HK MO Macau Grand Prix, 7.30am; NOV 10 UNTIL NOV 11 NOV 10-26 MOP50/350/900. Guia Circuit (www. FRI DAILY DAILY macauticket.com) Fans, the 64th Macau Grand Prix German Bierfest 2017, 6pm- is here in November. This annual 11pm; various prices. Marco Polo motor-racing event, being the only Hongkong Hotel Tsim Sha Tsui (www. street circuit racing of its kind, has gbfhk.com) drawn attention from huge amount Head to Marco Polo Hongkong of audiences, as well as champions Hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui for a fun- and skilled drivers around the filled evening of authentic German world. Car and motorbike races will food, a head-spinning selection be held through the four-day event, of beers and late-night dancing. where riders and drivers compete Electric Wonderland: DJ Paul van Expect a German band playing hits fiercely in different categories. Dyk, 10pm-late; HKD405-1020. from the fatherland. Don’t forget Zentral (www.pvdhk.eventbrite.com) your lederhosen and get ready to Legendary DJ Paul van Dyk – or say prost! DEC 4 PVD to his friends – will be play- Macau Food Festival, free entry. Sai MON ing a two-plus hour set of his Van Lake Square (853 2857 5765, greatest hits, while spinning tunes NOV 17-19 www.macaotourism.gov.mo) from his October released album. FRI-SUN The annual Macau Food Festival Dubbed the worlds greatest DJ by will be held in the square next to Forbes and nominated for over 100 the Macau Tower. The last edition awards, PVD’s hits speak for them- attracted both local residents and selves – now come see them spun visitors alike to savor delicious in person. Southeast Asian, European and Chinese delicacies. Combined with exciting live entertainment, games ONGOING and beer competitions, this food MON-SUN festival is becoming popular for its relaxed and welcoming alfresco dining atmosphere. Clockenflap, various times; various prices. Central Harbourfront Event UNTIL NOV 12 Space (ticketflap.com) ALL WEEK Trip-hop superstars Massive Attack will be launching this year’s Clockenflap, Hong Kong’s top music festival, to levels never seen before. Also performing will be Canadian indie-rock chanteuse Bruce Lee: Kung Fu. Art. Life, 10am- Feist, Danish electropop singer- 6pm; HKD10. 2/F Thematic Gallery 6, songwriter MØ and Hong Kong Hong Kong Heritage Museum (www. rock pop favorites Supper Moment. heritagemuseum.gov.hk) The weekend’s entertainment 2017 Macau International In collaboration with the Bruce Lee includes film, visual art and fam- Foundation in the United States, ily fun. Marathon, for more information, the Hong Kong Heritage Museum visit www.macaumarathon.com. has organized an exhibition that Tokyo Horror Experience, 5pm-mid- Running for 36 years, the Macau looks at Bruce Lee as not only a NOV 26 night; MOP198. 2/F, Broadway Macau Galaxy Entertainment International film star and martial artist, but also SUN (www.broadwaymacau.com.mo) Marathon encourages runners cultural phenomenon. The exhibi- The Tokyo Horror Experience, com- from various cultural backgrounds tion has more than 600 invaluable posed of two parts – Japanese Ruin to participate. Consisting of the items of Bruce Lee memorabilia and Kominka – is a ‘haunted house’ mini marathon, half marathon provided by local and overseas game that covers an area of 1,000 and whole marathon, the Macau collectors. square meters. Allowing players to International Marathon continues experience the sense of smell, sight to be a popular event for runners and touch from head to toe, this of all kinds. UNTIL NOV 30 spine-chilling game takes horror to DAILY a whole new level. Festive Korea 2017, citywide. Various venues (www.festivekorea. Moon-looking Dog and I Saw the NOV 16-19 ONGOING com/en) Elephant, 8pm; HKD150-250. Kwai THU-SUN FRIDAY Festive Korea presents a wide array Tsing Theatre (ccdc.com.hk/en) ‘Shine’ Ladies’ Night at Pacha of Korean art and cultural activities These contemporary Korean plays Macau, 11pm; MOP200 for men. including dance, music, cinema are a perfect introduction to the Pacha Macau, Studio City, Macau and culinary events. Events, both startling stagecraft that defines Hey ladies: want to get the most free and ticketed, will give you a modern Korea. out of your trip to Macau? Pacha look at both an ancient and con- Moon-looking Dog made shock- Macau offers free entry and drinks temporary Korea. Presented by the waves with its esoteric look at the for the ladies every Friday night Consulate General of the Republic self in the context of the modern after 11pm. Gentlemen, it’s an in- of Korea in Hong Kong. day – winning honors in France in viting night for you too. 2000. I Saw the Elephant questions the nature of things, urging a second look with the mind’s eye.

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LN Garden Hotel, Nansha Located in the Heart of the Greater Bay Area Michael Wang Officially Appointed as General Founded by the Lingnan Group, LN Garden Hotel, Nansha gracefully expresses Manager of Courtyard by the DNA of LN Garden Hotels. An artful balance of Chinese and Western in- Marriott Shunde Longjiang fluences, it combines green and environmentally conscious aesthetics with the finest facilities and services. Perfectly positioned in Nansha Coastal Park Michael Wang has strong in Nansha’s Free Trade Zone, located in the heart of the Guangdong-Hong operation experience in Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and a leading project of China’s Belt and Marriott, Shangri-La and Road Initiative, the hotel is a green and serene oasis just 15 minutes from IHG’s hotels. With over 20 Nansha’s financial district, 60 minutes from Guangzhou and Shenzhen Bao’an years of world-renowned International Airport, and only 10 minutes from the ferry terminal, which con- hotel chains working experi- nects to Hong Kong in just 75 minutes. ence, Wang has worked for Crown Plaza Hotel, Pudong Shangri-La, Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast, JW Marriott Hotel Shenzhen, Courtyard Shanghai-Pudong and also Shunde Marriott Hotel. Now he has developed his career to the position of general manager at Courtyard by Marriott Shunde Longjiang.

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Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius 10.24~11.22 11.23~12.21 12.22~1.20 1.21~2.19

It’s Scorpio season. Live your best You will have an incredibly fortuitous Don’t go to Foshan on a Wednesday. Something from your past will haunt life with a new winter wardrobe, or November if you sign up for our Only travel to Shenzhen on weekends. you – your past life boozing at Party just a nice pair of socks. They sell email newsletter at thatsmags.com/ Don’t book sleeper trains if you don’t Pier, that is. Romeo, your partner on them at the Dongzhimen subway guangzhou. Yeah, we just plugged plan on sleeping. Best to avoid travel that project about the Qing dynasty station sometimes. ourselves in our own horoscopes. Don’t this whole month, actually. you did for study abroad, will make a wear red on a full moon. sudden reappearance.

Pisces Aries Taurus Gemini 2.20~3.20 3.21~4.20 4.21~5.21 5.22~6.21

If you board a rickshaw on the 13th Don’t paint your nails on days when You will receive several calls from Naughty Gemini – you swapped germs you will fall off the back of it. If you the AQI is above 120. kuaidi delivery men – even though with a sweaty stranger at a Halloween board a rickshaw on the 25th you will you haven’t ordered anything. party again this year! This is why fall in love with the driver. “Strange,” you’ll mumble to yourself, you’re currently suffering from a sore after Mr. Li calls for the third time. throat and head cold. You’ll be fine – These packages are inauspicious – just take it easy at Thanksgiving. never touch them.

Cancer Leo Virgo Libra 6.22~7.22 7.23~8.23 8.24~9.23 9.24~10.23

Relax. Fall is your season. All your You’re the type of person who will You’re feeling sad and overwhelmed. You’ve been single for a very long relationships are fine. You know walk out on Xingsheng Lu even when Here’s what the stars prescribe: a time. So long, that it’s time to ask your what? Drink more. Dawdle. Your it's picking up again. Stop being that night under blankets, with a glass of neighborhood busybody if she knows Didi driver will wait for six minutes person. Do not interpret this month’s Great Wall red wine and Wolf Warrior 2. of any eligible matches. You will go without yelling at you. cold snap as an opportunity for you on several dates at which she will be to show off. present.

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