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his time last year, sidewalks in south- Music fans: sync your playlist with ours ern China were reserved for walking. this month and listen to tracks from all the TDock-less bike share – and the rows great artists coming into town (p35). of multicolored frames now inundating city Finally, we at That’s streets – was still largely in conception, and an invitation to all our readers to come out no one could be sure how Mobike would fare for the Discover Germany would festival like from to extend June We're giving away tickets to some in a country that had, for so many years, be- 30-July 1 at Kingold in Guangzhou (p52). of the very best events in the Pearl Word on the street is there will be some Now, here we are in June 2017, wonder- great entertainment and, of course, plenty River Delta, alongside a host of ingcome how fixated we lived on automobiles. without these ‘park any- of German pints and snacks, so mark that free meals and other goodies. where’ cycles that make our morning com- weekend on your calendar. Before signing off, I’d like to wish all Follow our official WeChat convenient. the best to Christy Cai, our Shenzhen-based feeds and sign up for our weekly mutesThe and resurgence weekend of outings bicycles infinitely is clear, more but account manager, who has truly been an in- judging by the lack of proper bike lanes, strumental member of our PRD team for the newsletter for your chance to win parking regulations and general oversight, last eight years. major prizes! To stay up to date, their future is less so. Will the bike share movement succeed in transforming China visit www.thatsmags.com or scan into a haven for green transport and shared the QR codes below and follow our roads? Or will Ofos, Mobikes, Bluegogos and Xiaomings ultimately fade from city WeChat accounts. streets as quickly as they appeared? Our Guangzhou-based journalist Tristin Zhang

If you’re an aspiring vlogger, you won’t wantexplores to miss these Sky questions Thomas and Gidge’s more interviews on p42. on p12. See how DonnieDoesIt, The Food Ranger,with popular RogueLifeStudios, China-based expatLaowhy86 YouTubers and We’re so grateful for the energy and opti- ThatsGuangzhou mism she brought to every project, and will everyday life in the ‘guo. sincerely miss her infectious smile. SerpentZALife & Style broke is apacked million this views month, filming with From all of us at That's, good luck in all insights from South China Morning Post your future adventures! Fashion Editor Jing Zhang (p21), a recap of - Jocelyn Richards king advice for anyone dreaming of visiting Editor-in-Chief theShenzhen’s snowy peaks first design of Nepal week (p28). (p26) and trek ThatsShenzhen

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16 THE SILVER WAY What China's history says about its role in globalization.

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In the Minority A snapshot of Guangdong's ancient Yao village, p10

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8 | SZ | JUNE 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM MAN ON THE STREET 9 - - WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | JUNE 2017 | SZ | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM Pressed for work hours, Li insists he is on hours, work for Pressed the the men all being movers, Despite ‘Professional movers’ interviewed in two in two interviewed movers’ ‘Professional his time. thank Li for we Back in Shuiwei, peo know a lot of stuff, we have “If you THE DIRTY DETAILS THE DIRTY 5,000 salary: RMB3,000 to Monthly 7 per week: Days 24 hours on call Hours per day: call 24 hours a day, but goes home ‘to sleep’ if sleep’ but goes home ‘to a day, call 24 hours it is raining. be competition friendly any keeps group Man on the Street is a monthly feature where we talk to someone doing an everyday job, in order to get an insight into the lives of normal Chinese people. cause they share a hometown of Chongqing. a hometown share cause they from are they other parts of Shenzhen all say across this is true told – and we’re Chongqing one offers.) hardy,” quite (“We’re the city. also from “They’re Li says. ple with a van,” Chongqing.” - - - - - We try one last question: ‘how’s busi We Though they advertise services ranging ranging services advertise they Though than us,” companies cost more “Moving to charge much they how A lot goes into a bed and air conditioner – in Moving That works. A chorus of opinions, an A chorus That works. one says. “Business is bad this year,” prices. No one is moving.” property “High new people coming into not many “Really, cluding installation –will cost about RMB800 to waiting pausing, apparently before Li says, bargain. Shenzhen.” Shenzhen.” (a refer transport’ product Kong ‘Hong from tax dodging) and unclogging pipes, Li ence to moving most of his income comes from says white-collar the belongings of cash-strapped neighborhoods. nearby between workers a compa keep to extra charge “They he says. directly, deal with customers running. We ny cost less.” so we and on the No elevator home, Li says. move a premium. pay Expect to floor? eighth ness?’ the group. and complaints come from swers - - ou've seen Li, or – at least – men like like seen Li, or – at least – men ou've the across splayed him. Street-side, in the napping trike, bed of a rusted

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the largest and oldest settlement of indig- Nanggang Ancient Yao Village in Qingyuan, 6925 aenous Filipino Yao photography people in China,” group photographer based in ... is roughly how many people were forced Guangzhou,Don Seno (@adonis_sen) organized the explains. trip, which “Filkam, was to relocate following destructive rain- - storms that pounded Guangzhou in early pats and locals.” May. A total of 172 houses collapsed from joinedSeno by has20 orbeen more living participants, in Guangzhou both for ex 10 years with his family, working as a teacher media outlets claimed was “record rain- while also “doing photography gigs here and Have photos of uangdong to share Tag thatsprd fall”flooding in the and city’s landslides outlying after districts. what Huadu,some there.” See more of his work at www.don- on nstagram for a chance to be featured on our - seno.com. feed and in the magazine. enced the brunt of the damage, which for- tunatelyZengcheng, resulted Huangpu in no and casualties. Baiyun experi

BEHIND THE CONCRETE water of Liuhua Lake. Open to the public in 1999, it once se- Guangzhou’s ‘White duced diners with its scenic environment, 、 House’ dishes before it was forced to shut down in Septemberluxurious decor 2015 and for renownedfailing to meet shark certain fin drainage requirements. China to enjoy Cantonese morning tea? Ask In June of last year, Guangzhou’s munici- anyWhat’s old-timer the most in Guangzhouluxurious spot and in Tangyuan South pal government decided to turn it into a natu- Restaurant will almost certainly top their list. ral history museum. When the renovations 17… is the number of tons a kung fu monk allegedly pulled with his genitals last month north gate of Liuhua Lake Park, the restau- of its kind in the city. in Huizhou, when he secured a 13-meter- rantA practically grand edifice glows situated against across its subdued from the are complete,If you’re more it will interested be the first in sucha photo museum of its long bus to his man parts and proceeded backdrop, and is made even more spectacu- to walk backwards. Surprisingly (or per- tourists disrupt the peaceful scene. Known by locals as ‘The White House’ for its exterior, however, go now before throngs of has used his junk to haul a full-sized vehi- statelylar by the presence, picturesque the building reflection boasts at its an base. area cle:haps just not), this it pastwasn’t April, the firsta 39-year-old time a monk kung Liuhua Lu beside Liuhua Hu Park, ueiu fu master in Shandong reportedly pulled istrict, uangzhou 广州市越秀流花路流花湖公园旁边 seven Audis a distance of eight meters of 5,500 square meters filled with dozens of with his testicles. He’s now a soprano in private rooms, and appears to float on the the Shandong Provincial Choir.

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When struggling with overpopulation, you need to divide people into subgroups to keep order. India has the caste system, and China has its own social hierarchy – bishilian. Literally meaning ‘chain of despises,’ bishilian is like a totem pole where those at the top despise those one notch below. They, in turn, get to despise those one notch below them, and so on. There is such a chain for every aspect of life. The bishilian of birth- place dictates: those who were born in the metropolises of Beijing or Shanghai get to despise those born in provincial capitals, who get to despise those born in small cities. And then the countryside. Those who were born into wealthy families get to despise those from working class families and then poor families. Those who drive German whips despise those driving Japanese cars and then Korean and then Chinese cars. Those who live in houses despise those in apartments then those in rented apartments. The bishilian - Bishilian / bǐshìliàn / 鄙视链 n. lit. the chain of despises ences, economics, sociology and history. The bishilian - of college majors goes: finance, medicine, other sci bishilian of film ofappre coffee What are you reading? appreciationciation goes: obscuregoes: independent foreign films, coffee French shops, cinema, Costa Japanese coffee, Starbucks cinema, andHong Nescafe Kong films (and and everything Hollywood is beneath at the bottom. cold brew). The The bishilian of cell phone ownership is: iPhone, Samsung, other international brands, Shakespeare. I’m a fan coz I went to Smartisan, Xiaomi and then Huawei. And the bishilian of electronic school in the UK music appreciation goes: minimal, techno, trance, house and then hip- hop. I’m reading Thomas Piketty coz I studied Let’s face it. We don’t have personalities. So-called personality is economics at Cambridge we wear Tory Burch, we rejoice in the fact that we are now better than thosesimply wearing a basket Banana of goods Republic. and services Self-improvement, we consume to ya define know? us. When I recognize that you are one notch Without bishilian, we would be completely lost. Where would we higher on the bishilian could we interact with and address one another? It’d be total chaos and be in the social stratification? How would we relate to each other? How Good We can’t have that. So please purchase things and consume culture commensuratethe time-space continuum with your placewould on cease the socialto exist. totem pole so we can all live in peace and harmony. By Mia Li

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"Big on YouTube" By Sky Thomas Gidge

Home My channel Trevor James Trending More than 600,000 subscribers withYouTube 75,000,000 Channel: views TheFoodRanger since March 12, 2013 Subscriptions

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CHINA IS AN Zach Etkind More than 20,000 subscribers withYouTube 2,500,000 Channel: views DonnieDoesIt UNLIKELY since Nov 19, 2012 Most popular video CONNCE CHNA 'M PLACE OE FEEE , views FOR A Winston Sterzel More than 160,000 subscribers YouTube Channel: SerpentZA YOUTUBER. since Aug 30, 2006 with 24 million views Most popular video China vs. ndia ,, views For one, the website is – ahem – difficult to access, cutting video makers off from a billion potential viewers that would be able to identify with life in the Middle Kingdom, Matthew Tye (C-Milk) no matter the language. Case in point: an English YouTube search More than 110,000 subscribers withYouTube 17,833,371 Channel: views Laowhy86 for ‘Korea vlogger' sees half a million since Apr 20, 2012 matches. ‘China vlogger’? A paltry 140,000 results. Most popular video Chinese irl Tries American Chinese Food ,, views But for the brave few who try (and sometimes succeed) at making YouTube a job, the weird and wonderful of China is the Matt Galat strength of their videos – whether they are posing as a celebrity, comparing countries More than 22,000 subscribers or adventuring for street food. withYouTube 5 million Channel: views RogueLifeStudios since Feb 28, 2012 This month That’s PRD looks at China’s most notable YouTubers and asks: why do Most popular video Chinese Seafood Steam Table people watch? ,, views

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JamesWhile theis about other one dudes thing: on food.YouTube The takefocus on has topics paid ranging off, with from the “My main goal here is to share with you the amazing food mental illness to blind sex toy identification, Chengdu-based watches him feast on everything from ‘beautiful’ Xinjiang buns of the world, and show you that it’s entirely possible for toCanadian’s southern-style more than dim sum,120 videos while showingfinding a off huge food-centric audience that you to travel cheaply, eat well, and pursue a passion and Mandarin. Taking nine-hour train ride ‘just for good noodles,’ James’ earn a living at the same time through travel” foodie enthusiasm is infectious, even finding fans on popular mainland websites like iQiyi. The story goes like this: Donnie passed out in a Legal Sea Foods in Logan Airport before waking up in Shanghai in 2012. Since then (with a foray back “I was like, if I just become this character that I stateside) the Boston bro has been rejected by dating-show girls, held down already created and used China as the setting, I jobs in amusement parks and released videos hip-hopping about a pet goose. Donnie, of course, is a character played by Etkind, who has had a role could pretty much make a show for zero budget. in some of the most slickly produced English-language comedy to ever Since then, I’ve been steadily gaining new come out of the Chinese mainland. followers who have either lived in China at some – Couldn’t really make a living doing that,” he says in his latest video, an- point or live there now” nouncing“When his I was move averaging to Barstool about Sports 5,000 where views he a isvideo being on ‘paid my YouTube a salary’ pageto

film Donnie’s newest booze-fueled hijinks. Oft spotted besuited stumping the streets of Shenzhen, South to friends that ‘China isn’t as horrible as the media paints it to be.’ AfricanEleven Winston years, Sterzel and more began than uploading 700 videos videos later, to YouTube he is the to prove “People can see China for what it really is, a real man's self-made face of his chosen city, with videos that dominate a honest take on what it's like to live in the Middle Kingdom

“Another informative, in-depth video!” reads a comment on and learn how to navigate a culture incredibly different aYouTube 15-minute search video simply about for convenience ‘China.’ stores. from what we're used to in the West” foundSterzel’s a curious chosen audience topics in might the West. leave expats with an I-could- do-that shrug, but his explanation of day-to-day life in China has

Until recently, Huizhou-based Tye may have been better known as Sterzel’s motorcycle buddy. This year his channel came into its own, with “I think people watch my videos because I subscriber numbers passing 100,000 as Tye honed his skill grafting China-

answer a lot of questions people have always China: Top 5 things” wondered about the more human and daily life centricDubbing topics his onto audience YouTube ‘lao friendly winners,’ formats, they come think: for “What updates NOT on to his do in growing daughter, his cross-culture marriage and answers to questions aspects of China and Chinese people” like ‘Are you fat in China?’

“He’s a world traveler, he’s a mountain climber, he’s a really awesome guy,” Galat says before a tongue-in-cheek interview. The guest? Himself. Galat’s channel saw irregular updates as he talked about “People watch my videos as an opportunity to view the world through the perspective of my adventures and began documenting his daily prep for a Mount Everest climb. Afterfish tanks, returning recumbent to his Ningbotrikes and home, his heworldly has run travels a (mostly) – until he interactions… hopefully inspiring or igniting the fuel daily vlog. within to step out into the world or attempt their own With a constant smile, a shiny bald head and an industrial adventure” balancing his love of travel and his growing family in China. grade selfie stick, Galat’s vlog gives a look at a businessman

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Home My channel Trending This isn’t a success sto- here. Everyone knows what Subscriptions ry, it is a learning process. China is. I am 10 percent there – not even close. Ditch anything that is user friendly. It’s about 55 to 60 hours a you’re going to reach a peak and week eventually you can’tYou do have too mucha limitation, more with that. WHAT I working on YouTube. until you put It’s a starving artist thing together all the skills that go into it: market- A little over a year ago I learned how ing, shooting a video, knowing how to use a to use Adobe Premiere. Did my videos im- camera, planning out correct topics, following mediately look better? Absolutely not, they LEARNED trends. looked way worse. I had absolutely no idea how to use the software. My personal channel Making YouTube years to get 10,000 subscribers. And then all Learn how to edit your video. Learn of a sudden this year, we pushed, it took to about 100,000 five how to make a slick product. a Job subscribers. It’s blown my mind. Search engine optimization is one of What contributed massively to this the most important things. I spend about year’s huge growth was stepping outside of 10 hours a week on SEO. Matt Tye, better known by nom de my comfort zone and covering things that guerre C-Milk, is one of the few China- would teach people something. Break the barrier between the comment section and what gets produced. based expatriates to make the leap Vlogging has its limitations. If you don’t from YouTube hobbyist to fulltime job. cover topics that can reach an audience out- I have to script every single video. At side of your core following, then you’re going least I have to get bullet points to know what Reaching 100,000 subscribers, he to be stuck retaining the original people that I’m going to talk about. reflects on how he did it. liked you from at the beginning. If I had any doubt in my mind about If I make a video called ‘walking bringing a pay check home to my family, I around the streets of Changsha, Hunan,’ no wouldn’t be doing this full time. one is going to watch that. But if I do a video when walking around the streets of Changsha, To do YouTube as a job is the most dif- I make the content about how China has changed in the past eight years that I’ve lived rewarding thing I’ve ever done. ficult thing I’ve ever done. It’s also the most

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Four hundred years ago, a new trading route linking Latin America with Asia put China at the heart of a globalizing world. So why do we see China as a historical recluse, asks Dr. Jonathan Chatwin, and what does it mean for today’s diplomacy?

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This page and overleaf Each winter, the elegant Swiss ski resort of Davos A collection of th and plays host to some of the world’s richest and most Anglo-American idea – one to which China has th century maps created by - Yet the view of globalization as an intrinsically eplorers on the first trading ested in the winter sports on offer, this coterie myopic view of history. For, as Peter Gordon and routes between Asia and Latin ofinfluential billionaires, people. CEOs, Besuited politicians and andentirely celebrities uninter Juanbeen Joséunwillingly Morales subjected remind us – intestifies their new to the book West’s The America convene to attend the annual meeting of the World Silver Way: China, Spanish America and the Birth Economic Forum, which modestly touts itself as ‘the of Globalization, 1565–1815, global economic net- foremost creative force for engaging the world’s works with an outward-facing China at their center top leaders in collaborative activities to shape the global, regional and industry agendas.’ Great Britain as the world’s major trading nations. The opening address of 2017’s meeting was de- existedThe longSilver before Way returns the emergence us to the of 15th America and and livered by Chinese President Xi Jinping who, in front 26th centuries, when the Spanish and Portuguese of an audience rocked by a resurgence of nationalist sentiment in the West, offered a full-throated de- Having battled to establish global navigational fense of globalization. “We should recede from our routes,kingdoms the led two international countries came trade to andan agreement exploration. respective national positions and embark on the right pathway towards economic globalization at between them. The Treaty of Tordesillas “gave the right pace,” President Xi observed. “We should Portugalin 1494 which all of Asiadivided and up the Asia part and of what the Americas is now not develop a habit of retreating to the harbor Brazil that sticks out into the Atlantic,” Gordon and whenever we encounter a storm, for this will never Morales write. “Meanwhile, everything west of the get us to the other side of the ocean.” line went to Spain, granting them most of what The notion of China as the world’s leading came to be called, a few years later, the Americas.” cheerleader for globalization raised a few eye- Despite this agreement, however, Spain desired brows. The Chinese view of the wider world has - ism, fuelled by the perception that the country had access to the riches of Asia. In 1564, Miguel López been,been definedfor the centuryin recent before times the by aestablishment defiant national of Portuguesede Legazpi led side an of expedition the line – tofrom establish Spanish-ruled a base in Mexico to the Philippines – indisputably on the Newsweek’s But in many ways, this was the easy part. headlinethe People’s ‘Xi Jinping’sRepublic Davos in 1949, Speech subject Showed to cynical the Legazpithe Pacific was from joined which by Andrésto trade. de Urdaneta, whose Worldexploitation Has Turned by the Upsideglobal community.Down’ effectively cap- tured the sense of incredulity in the West at the Urdaneta, no Europeans had managed to sail east apparent reversal of international roles which had chief responsibility was to find a route back. Before- vious problem in returning goods purchased across the Pacific to South America, creating an ob taken place post-Trump and -Brexit.

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in Asia – in particular Chinese silk – to Europe. Urdaneta The book also views the Silver Way as analogous to the solved the problem, heading north to avoid the western-blowing earlier, and much better known, Silk Road. “In both cases,” the authors write, “a single commodity acted to bind disparate him to Acapulco in October 1565. regions and peoples; the trade routes thus created were both trade“The winds, Silver and Way” finding is a aterm route coined which by successfully Gordon and returned Morales to engines of development and conduits for culture, philosophies describe the route Urdaneta established from the Philippines to and religions.” President Xi Jinping has, of course, recently invoked the - paradigm of the Silk Road in the ‘One Belt, One Road’ initia- rencyMexico, – silver.which allowed two-way maritime trade between Europe tives, which seek to encourage overland and maritime trade and TheAsia history via South of thisAmerica trade predicated route is not on widely the first known global in curthe with Asia and Europe. The assertive approach China is cur- West, the two authors observe: “History has been generally told rently taking in establishing its role as the major economic not just from a Eurocentric point of view, as many Asians com- plain, but also an Anglo-centric one,” Morales says. “The English- in the US in particular. speaking and the Spanish-speaking worlds have been particu- force in the Pacific region hasThe been Silver the Way cause suggest of much that disquietpotential larly at odds for reasons of an old rivalry where the former had triumphed in the end.” cultivationYet, the of authors a fuller of understanding the of their earlier economic Gordon adds: “We remember history that is useful to us. As relationships.conflicts between As Gordon China and tells the us, West historical might networks be avoided such by asthe far as the English-speaking West is concerned, we had a histori- the Silver Way offer a template for a cooperative and mutually pretty well.” “The Silver Way shows that there are alternatives where cal narrativeHowever, that both explained authors saw Anglo-American the relevance worldof the dominanceanalogy be- beneficial globalized economy. where globalization continued and deepened, without either have emerged in recent decades. Once again, these networks have globalEast and institutions West have or coexisted national withoutpolicies oneto that side effect. dominating The 21st and Chinatween atthe their Pacific center: trade “China route has and opened the globalized up to foreign networks investment which century may not end up looking like the late 16th century – but and repositioned itself again – as it started to be from the 16th it doesn't have to end up looking like the darkest days of the century onwards – as the factory of the world,” Morales says. 20th century either.”

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Tickle Me Pink The retro new art space taking on Tianhe, p24

Pillow Podcast Shenzhen Design Week P22 P26

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JING ZHANG Fashion Editor, South China Morning Post Interview by Dominic Ngai

Born in Guizhou and raised in Hong Kong and the UK, Jing Zhang has served as the South China Morning Post’s Fashion Editor since 2010. Often seen attending fashion shows in New York, Milan, Paris, London and around China, Zhang has interviewed and profiled industry giants from Donatella Versace and Ralph Lauren to Stella McCartney. Here, she tells us about the joys of covering China’s emerging fashion scene as well as the most memorable interview that she has ever done.

How did you become fashion editor? I always enjoyed writing, so I started off freelancing and doing general features for different magazines. Then I became Managing Editor of �estEast (a fashion, culture and arts “Ralph Lauren is such a legend, I didn’t expect magazine) when I was still in my mid-20s, which was a huge learning curve. After four him to be so candid and warm... our interview years of that, I became the Fashion Editor at the South China Morning Post, and started ran 45 minutes over” learning more about the journalistic rigor that comes with being in newspapers. Although yond the smaller, meaningless industry oscil- fashion model away from a Western centric fashion is my main beat, I still write the occa- lations. People sometimes forget that apart formula. sional arts, culture or lifestyle story and pro- from creating a quintessential billion-dollar American brand from nothing, Ralph Lauren How has China’s fashion scene changed favorite interviews were Malcolm Gladwell also created a whole new lifestyle. over the past seven years, since you first andfile people Zaha Hadid. outside of the industry – two of my started at SCMP? Is there anyone that you haven’t inter- Does your education background in an- It’s matured a lot... and there’s been some viewed but would love to? thropology and psychology help with your truly great talents emerging and breaking out current line of work? Miuccia Prada, because I’d really like to pick into the global scene. The likes of Masha Ma, her brain. She’s managed to be a cerebral It’s all related. I think there are very few powerhouse, commercial success story, as Jourden and the young Xu Zhi have made things that aren’t helped by having a well as at the forefront of young, relevant realUma waves Wang, abroad Xander and Zhou, in China.Helen Lee,I’m looking Ffixxed, Psychology degree. It allows me to under- trends – that’s no small feat. And I like design- forward to seeing other brands, like By Fang, stand why and how people consume fashion: ers who aren’t so myopic and draw references reach greater heights. What has surprised me why they buy, what they feel and what they only from within the industry, but Miuccia is is the growing variety of brands as the market always looking outside to life, to culture, to fragments and matures, ranging from wealthy which was in visual and material culture and couturiers like Grace Chen, to millennial start coverswant to art, express. design With and fashionmy Anthropology – it gave me MA a – up streetwear labels. great theoretical armory with which to unfurl How’sfilm and covering to art. the fashion scene in China the deeper issues within fashion and other different from doing so in other places? What’s your favorite fashion item at the creative industries. moment? The Chinese fashion scene is so big and in- Which designer did you enjoy interview- I’m obsessed with my pink, furry lapelled, ing the most? Thisfluential brings in sotogether many ways, a huge, but highly in other equita ways- have to wait until winter [to wear it again]. In terms of aesthetics, he’s not my favorite bleit’s stillmarketplace quite young with and great trying opportunities to find its feet. I’mDries always Van Noten carrying quilted my black coat –Diorever though Ibag will as designer, but my most enjoyable and memora- for startups as well as the big brands. The ble interview was actually with Ralph Lauren. shift from being the world’s manufacturing hub to a more creative-led scene is fascinat- it’s a chic and timeless exercise in very clever so candid, warm and a total sweetheart – our eadbag design. ing Zhang A bonus:’s articles it atfits www.scmp.comauthor my MacBook Air. He’s such a legend, I didn’t expect him to be ing. There’s also the opportunity for China to make its own rules and shift the global jingzhang - interview actually ran 45 minutes over. And after five decades in fashion, he can see be

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TAP THAT APP Makeup Plus After going public in December of last year,

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How to get there: Take a train from Guangzhou South Railway Station to either Shunde Station or Shunde Xueyuan Station (顺德学院站 Mountain Park (顺峰山公园). It should cost less than), then RMB50 take a to taxi travel to Shunfeng one way. Cycling enthusiasts may opt to bike there from Panyu Square Metro DAYTRIPPER Station, which takes about an hour and a half. Remember to pack enough wa- Shunfeng Mountain ter because there aren’t many convenience stores along the route! Park

who chit-chat and play Chinese chess in The Baolin Temple, originally constructed Square, on the foot of a lush mountain, pavilions or picnic on its verdurous lawns. during the Tang Dynasty, grandly towers over Asitsbout Shunfeng 24 kilometers Mountain south Park of Panyu – one Everyone is in motion: kids drag their parents the park. Stop in around noon and try its laud- of the must-visit destinations in Shunde. towards a ticket booth by the lake where ed zhaicai, or Buddhist vegetarian cuisine. Though the former city is now considered goose-shaped boats are docked; a few boys While southern China’s climate makes a district of Foshan, most people there still - traveling relatively convenient any time of tograph women posing beside 500-year-old the year, avid day trippers might want to visit distinct culture. pagodas;run around groups the square, of cyclists flying follow kites; a men3-kilom pho- Shunfeng Mountain Park in June to see the call themselves ‘Shunde ren,’ affirming their eter bike lane that encircles the park. sea of spectacular pink lotuses that burst into Shunfeng Mountain Park greets visitors with If you only have time to visit one or two bloom come late spring. The annual Music its iconicBoasting paifang, 24 scenic a kind spots of Chinese in total, archway, scenic spots, make it any of the four gardens, Day – part of the French Croisements Festival that is eulogized as ‘China’s No. 1 paifang’ for which resemble the classic gardens of Suzhou – is also held this month, and will see a num- its sheer size and ornate marble carving of and are unrivalled in the PRD. These serene ber of French musicians and Chinese bands Chinese dragons. grounds, when combined with the lakes, rock out in Desheng Cultural Square from Occupying an area of about 5.5 square stone bridges and pagodas, create an aura kilometers, the park is a popular weekend similar to that of the renowned West Lake in visiting Shunde, there’s never been a better retreat for local families and senior citizens Hangzhou – just without the crowds. time.June 24 TZ to 25. If you’ve ever thought about

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PRETTY IN PINK The Art Studio Recreating LA in Guangzhou

By Jocelyn Richards

riving towards PinkSTAR Art Space on the outskirts of Tianhe in Guangzhou, the fact that it’s an assortment of pink-paint- Dthe road resembles that of any rural edthe buildings space feel in exclusive, a fairly dull almost section concealing of Tianhe. dapai- While waiting to be let in, guests may dang, or street-side food stalls; traditional wander into the nearby PinkSTAR Cafe. residencesChinese town: are repairpatrolled shops by amix stray with dog or two. Nothing seems out of the ordinary – until everything turns pink. TheThey’ll Interview find it ,empty, when Jamesthough, Franco’s and seemingly character It happens suddenly: one moment you’re unuseddiscovers – likeall of a scenethe produce out of thein a 2014North comedy Korean fruit shop is fake. you’re entering a 6,000-square-meter fanta- The successive ‘10 rooms’ contained sylandriding pastdipped steel-grey in shades warehouses, of faded rose. the next within PinkSTAR embody a similar vibe: visu- But this is China, where nothing is (really attractive, physically useless. A bowling ally) out of the ordinary. It’s also common to alley has no bowling balls. A laundry ma- see edgy new art spaces inhabit what they chine can’t take real coins. A diner’s ketchup deem to be historic, genuine environments (which usually means abandoned factories). alcohol behind the counter is real, we're PinkSTAR itself is housed in a former tire fac- told).dispenser Sure, has it’s never a studio been intended filled (though for posing the tory. not bowling, but the lack of functioning props Unlike 289 Art Park in downtown proves eerie nonetheless. Guangzhou or 798 Art Zone in Beijing, how- From purely a design perspective, howev- ever, PinkSTAR Art Space is technically not er, PinkSTAR's interior can’t help but impress. open to the public – unless you’re a model - shooting for notable fashion lines*. The space, yond the standard cliches of typewriters and tatteredThe rooms novels. hold There’sflavorful an details air of thatromance go be too, STARBOX, is intended to provide realistic manifested in the white curtains designed to backdropsconceived andfor professionaldesigned by photoadvertising shoots firm “blow in the wind like that scene in The Great that might otherwise be held in Paris or Los Gatsby,” or in the forest-green bathtub accent- Angeles. ed by lace and fur. Models must have a blast. Booking a spot isn’t cheap – access starts In the end, it’s the genuine imagination at RMB800 per hour, with a minimum re- behind PinkSTAR that keeps it from being distastefully phony. Though from the photographs alone, you probably couldn’t tell team,quirement models of fourand photographershours – but is significantly to the US or either way, and that’s very much the point. moreEurope. affordable than flying an entire design At the entrance, a security guard grills visitors for the details of ntrigued We have two PinkSTA Art Space their appointment. The entry passes to give away to groups of friends tight oversight makes interested in visiting the site. Message one of our official WeChat accounts Thatsuangzhou or ThatsShenzhen with your name, number and why you should win!

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FUTURE FORWARD Shenzhen’s First Design Week By Bailey Hu

ow can four parking spaces in the Hcity be temporarily repurposed as Coulda public better, area low-cost to relax, playgrounds read or even be createdexercise? for children living in rural China? And how can design help spread the word about the millions of refugees stuck in 'tem- porary' camps around the world?

Design Week (April 21-28) addressed these questionsExhibits and at more.the first-ever Playing Shenzhenoff the theme ‘Design for the future,’ 2,000 works were featured at multiple venues across the city. An impressive lineup of designers both domestic and international also put on talks,

- hibitionworkshops venue, and apanels remodeled over five factory days. space in Shekou,Shenzheners were treated who visited to a series the main of cool ex interactive displays.

To start with, staff members inside one Other areas showed the playful side of hall gave out digital bracelets that kept track design. Inside a remodeled factory, SZDW of participants’ heart rates and time spent - in each portion. After reaching the end of project,staff set piecedup a giant together inflatable from bubble discarded that at into colorful, individualized patterns. plastictendees bags, could was crawl originally inside toconceived explore. asThe an the exhibit,Another visitors part of sawthe I-Factory their data showcased converted eco-friendly way to add new public spaces innovative design from both Hong Kong and to Taipei. Transplanted in Shenzhen, the the mainland, with products ranging from giant, colorful bubble seemed to be working, as it proved irresistible to children and headset. adults alike. robotic vacuums to a black leather-bound VR - encouraged to participate and interact by hibits and events, Shenzhen Design Week craftingIn the a collage,‘Experience picking Center’ up a visitorszine or browswere - is offWith to a creative,good start. thought-provoking In fact, we’re already ex ing designers’ pop-up stores.

looking forward to the next one.

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LIFE & STYLE | TRAVEL

FROM ANNAPURNA TO QOMOLANGMA AND BACK AGAIN A Trekker’s Guide to Nepal By Ariana Crisafulli

I am forever marked by the raw When to Trek not true of all treks in Nepal (re- Permits and Pricing beauty of Nepal. It’s a beauty that There are two trekking fer to the list below to see which All treks in Nepal require per- captures the imagination and casts seasons in Nepal: March to May require camping gear and food). or October to November. While permits at Nepal Tourism Board it off into the wild, mountainous there are certain treks you can Altitude Sickness mits. You can apply for trekking terrain of this small gem of a do in the off season, it is usually Altitude sickness can be a for USD20 per person. country. Among these mountains, recom¬¬mended to go during pain in the neck when trekking. officesSome in Kathmandu treks also require or Pokhara a you can find the intersection these times, as you may risk get- Restricted Area Permit (RAP) that ting snowed in or face heavy rains meters and usually include a varies in cost depending on which between calm and exertion; and mudslides otherwise. headache,Symptoms dizziness,can start atupset 2,400 stom - trek you do. between the beauty of wide open ach, loss of appetite, lethargy, Where to Sleep spaces and the technical details of Trekking Permits a hard mountain trek. One of the things that makes behavior. Altitude sickness is a trekking in Nepal so appealing is seriousand in extreme medical cases, condition, irrational so Trekker’s Information Trekking in Nepal is relatively the abundant accommodations if you start to feel any of these Management System (TIMS) easy to plan and execute. There throughout many of the trails. On symptoms, don’t go any higher. Annapurna Conservation Area most treks, you will encounter Stay a night or two to accli- are dozens of options depending Project (ACAP) on your fitness level, your budget, Himalayan villages with ‘teahous- mate and if symptoms do not es’ where you can sleep and eat. improve, head back down the Manaslu Conservation Area your schedule and the kind of This means that you do not need Project (MCAP) experience you want to have. We’ve to bring camping gear or food medication at Chinese pharma- Kanchenjunga Conservation with you on your trek. However, ciesmountain. or at most You cantrekking find altitude shops created a general guide to help you Area (KCA) choose the trek that suits you best. it’s important to note that this is in Nepal.

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Rara Lake Annapurna Base Camp MODERATE TREKS Length: Length: 7-11 days Highest point: Highest point: Annapurna Base Permits 8-14needed: days TIMS Accommodation:3,480 Teahouses meters Permits needed: ACAP, TIMS Cost: Cheap Accommodation:Camp at 4,320 meters Teahouses Cost: Cheap If you’re looking for a very remote trek but have limited time, the Rara Lake trek is a If you have limited time but still have an urge to do a strenuous trek with to complete. The secluded trek will bring stunning views, Annapurna Base youperfect to the option highest that lake will inonly Nepal, take Rara 8 to Lake,14 days Camp trek offers just what you need. This trek takes you to the Annapurna Base Camp where you can bask in which the Nepalese have dubbed the ‘Queen incredible views of the Annapurna deerof Lakes.’ and evenYou will spot also leopards traverse if you through get lucky! Rara mountain range. KeepNational in mind Park, that where you you will will have find to apay variety a of From Pokhara, take a jeep or a USD15 entry fee for the national park. then make your way to Annapurna bus to Ghandruk at 1,940 meters and To start the trek, take a flight from on to Naya Pul where you can take a Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and from there fly jeepBase orcamp a bus at back4,130 to meters. Pokhara. Continue to Jumla at 2,540 meters. You’ll hike up to 3,480 meters and then back to Jumla where you’ll take flights back to Kathmandu. Ghorepani Poon Hill Length: 5-7 days Highest point: Poon Hill at 3,210 meters Permits needed: ACAP, TIMS Accommodation: Teahouses Cost: Cheap

offering incredible views of the Annapurna mountain range. If you go during the spring, you’ll alsoGhorepani witness Poon breathtaking Hill is an excellentrhododendron introduction forests intothat trekking,cover the as sweeping it is relatively mountainsides. easy while still

Starting from Pokhara, you can take a bus or taxi to Nayapul at 1011 meters to begin your trek. You’ll trek for 5 to 7 days and reach the highest point at 3,210 meters where you’ll begin your descent down to Deurali to catch another bus or taxi into Pokhara.

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MEDIUM DIFFICULTY TREKS

Langtang Valley Everest Base Camp Length: 7-21 days Length: 12–15 days Highest point: Highest point: Kala Patthar at meters 5,600 meters Permit needed:Tserko TIMS Peak at 4,984 Permits needed: TIMS Accommodation: Teahouses Accommodation: Teahouses Cost: Cheap Cost: Medium

This trek brings you closer to the incred- - ible Tibetan region than any of those pre- - Everest Base Camp is one of the most popular medium-level treks in Nepal because of its prox imity, there are countless opportunities fullimity journey, to the majesticEverest Base Mount Camp Qomolangma, trek is a spectacular known in Englishoption to as get Mount you face-to-faceEverest. If you with want this to in - toviously visit Tibetanmentioned. monasteries Because ofscattered the prox crediblebecome acquaintednatural beauty. with This the mountain,trek also features but do notthe havehighest the summit experience in this or listthe atbudget 5,600 to meters. do the throughout the trail. This trek is a good Start at Lukla at 2,651 meters and start heading up to Kala Patthar at 5,600 meters. Make a option whether you have limited time or time to spare, as it can take between 7 to 21 days to complete. loop back around to Lukla where you can catch a flight back to Kathmandu. From Kathmandu, take a jeep or bus Annapurna Circuit Length: 7-21 days to Syabrubesi at 1,550 meters. Trek up to Highest point: Permit needed: TIMS, ACAP meters, then head back to Syabrubesi to Accommodation:Thorong Teahouses La Pass at 5,416 meters catchthe highest a ride pointback toon Kathmandu. Tserko Peak at 4,984 Cost: Cheap

stunning views of white-capped mountains, rivers and waterfalls and a constant change of landscapeLike the Langtang as you rise Valley in elevation. trek, the Annapurna There are also Circuit a few is alsoside verytreks flexible along time-wise. It features the way such as the incredible Lake Tilicho at 5,000 meters, which is well worth it if you have time. To get there, take a jeep or bus from Kathmandu to Khudi

at 2,700800 meters. meters You’ll where then you make can take your a way jeep up or tobus Thorong to Pokhara.La Pass at 5,416 meters before descending to Tadapani

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HIGH DIFFICULTY TREKS

Manaslu Circuit Length: 11-22 days Highest point: Larke Pass at 5,135 meters Upper Mustang Permits needed: ACAP, MCAP, RAP Length: Accomodation: Guesthouses and lodges Highest point: Dhakmar at 3,810 meters Cost: Medium Permits 14-20needed: days ACAP, RAP Accommodation: Teahouses Cost: High Circuit. With an elevation range of 600 meters to 5,135 meters, you’ll passIf diversity through is whatforested you’re regions looking in lower for, you’ll altitudes find itand on aridthe Manaslulandscapes Besides the stunning beauty of this trek, the most amazing thing about at higher elevations. The massive range of elevation and scenery is the Upper Mustang is visiting the ancient capital of the Tibetan Kingdom, Lo Manthang. it will tell you the climb is worth it. - reasonFor why the Manasluthis trek Circuit,is dubbed you’ll high need difficulty, to get abut RAP anyone permit who’s which done quire a RAP as well as be accompanied by at least one other trekker and Becausea Nepali ofguide its remoteness or porter. The and RAP difficulty can be level, quite you’ll pricey need at USD500 to ac September to November. Between December and August, it’ll run you will cost you USD70 per person for the first seven days, between USD700-1,000.for 10 days. However, the trek normally takes between 14 and 20 days totalUSD50 cost per of person USD90-220, for the depending first seven on days. the Fortime both and seasons, season. it’ll cost and costs USD50 per extra day in this region, for a total RAP cost of an extraTo trek USD10 the Manaslu per day perCircuit, person you’ll after need the to initial be accompanied seven days, forby ata you will begin, before going up to the highest point at 3,810 meters at least one other person as well as a Nepali guide or porter. DhakmarIt’s best and to then fly from back Pokhara to Jomsom to Jomson to return at 2,713to Pokhara. meters where

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The Playlist Our favorite tracks from artists touring the PRD this month, p35

Faye Wong Punk Workshop P34 P38

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, the 27-year-old is gearing up for his second trip to China, e’ll stope’ll off in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou in mid-June,

Last Smoke Before the Snowstorm

By Jocelyn Richards SONGS IN SEA BLUE SEA BLUE IN SONGS Francis LeftwichBenjamin China to Brings ‘Chill’ approach, favorite Springsteen song and advice for aspiring artists. with Leftwich before his trip to learn more about his distinct musical delivering what he promises will be “real chill shows.” caught We up

where h the Rain simplest lyrics. So a lot of the time, I’ll just be set with a guitar or a So a lot of the time, I’ll just be set with a guitar or simplest lyrics. rhythm and the phrasing can enhance what would seem on paper the would can enhance what and the phrasing rhythm with him you know, because for me, with a song, the melody and the me, with a song, the melody for because know, with him you My dad used to say, "Ben, you’re a poet," and I never really agreed agreed really and I never a poet," "Ben, you’re say, My dad used to and I think it just took some time for that song to reach people’s coun reach that song to some time for and I think it just took first? you to come Streaming has made it possible for songs to travel really long distances really travel songs to has made it possible for Streaming or lyrics song, a new does the melody creating when general, In one morning when my friend texted me. friend texted my when one morning great. was Yeah, it was crazy – I was just sitting in my bedroom having a coffee a coffee having bedroom just sitting in my – I was crazy it was Yeah, which as his remix, as well the original back to a lot of the attention do you think there was such a delay? was think there do you it and I think he helped bring also remixed tries. A big DJ named Kygo was released. Why Why released. was Snowstorm the Before Last Smoke after years ‘Shine’ was named Spotify’s most addictive track of 2014, three of 2014, three track Spotify’s named most addictive was ‘Shine’ fairly current and they mean a lot to me. mean a lot to they and current fairly in love with all the songs and I believe in them but those two are just are in them but those two with all the songs and I believe in love ‘Tilikum’ off my latest album, and a song called ‘Kicking Roses.’ I’m album, and a song called ‘Kicking Roses.’ latest off my ‘Tilikum’ That changes every day, but right now I would say a song called say I would now but right day, That changes every tell them to listen to first and why? first and to listen them to tell For those less familiar with your music, which songs would you you would songs music, which less familiar with your those For

is about all those just breatheto? English singer-songwriter Benjamin Francis Leftwich effortlessly through the air? Songs you can work to, fall asleep to or You knowYou those delicate, whispered melodies that seem to drift album most addictive track of 2014. Now touring his second album, COLL AGE

SINO CELEB COMING TO A THEATER NEAR YOU Faye Wong

Every musical genre has a transcendent act, or artist whose name becomes the measuring stick by which all others are judged. Rare is the artist, however, who by sheer talent and stay- JUNE JUNE 2 ing power makes any association with other 9 performers seem sophomoric and absurd. Faye Wong is one of these artists. Wonder Woman The Mummy Known to Chinese listeners as tian hou This reboot of The Mummy franchise, which or ‘heavenly queen’ for her cool demeanor, Wong has literally risen above her earth- Years after Batman and Superman got their bound peers to become the best-selling female due on the big screen, the first Wonder Karloff,extends tellsbeyond the thestory 1999 of doomed Brendan Princess Frasier Cantopop artist of all time. Woman’sWoman film origin finally story, hits which theaters “comes in China straight Ahmanet,flick to the who original was 1932buried film alive starring after she Boris Born in Beijing as Wang Fei, Faye started on June 2. The film chronicles Wonder killed her father for refusing to allow her to her career in late 1980s Hong Kong, a prudent to the New Yorker. An Amazonian princess ascend the throne because she was a woman. move given that Mandarin pop music was still namedout of feminist Diana lives utopian with fiction,” her clan according of warrior In present-day Egypt, the American army, in its nascent stage on the mainland. women on an island paradise until a WWI including a rather haggard Tom Cruise, dis- Early success eluded her and it wasn’t pilot crashes his plane there and recruits covers and opens Ahmanet’s tomb, and she until she adopted the name Faye Wong and her for the cause, bringing her to London in proceeds to wreak havoc on the entire world released her 1992 Cantonese-language album 1918, which is rife with social unrest. as payback. Coming Home that her rise to prominence began. Faye’s superstar audition tape was the HAO BU HAO also marked her return to recording in her na- 1994tive Mandarin hit single tongue, ‘I’m Willing,’ from whicha record she which has not strayed since. Hao - Born in Chungking Express (it streams free Faye also starred in the 1994 cult clas China is a nature documentary from Disneynature and Directed by celebrated filmmaker Lu Chuan, pantheonsic film of Chinese entertainers. Wong then and tribulations of three animals native to China: a snow signedon iQiyi.com), with recording cementing giant her EMI, status churning in the out leopard,Shanghai a Media golden Group. snub-nosed The film monkey chronicles and athe giant trials panda. a string of hit albums in the 1990s and early Already a hit domestically when it was released this aughts. past August, Born in China found success again with its She took a hiatus from 2005 until 2009, American release on April 21, topping the US new releas- returned for a comeback tour in 2010 and has since stayed in the public eye primarily grossed over USD10 million in the US and nearly USD11 through her philanthropy efforts and 23-mil- milliones chart domestically. during its opening The English weekend. version In total, is narrated the film by has John Krasinski of The Office. lion-follower-strong Weibo account.

Bu Hao

A Massachusetts cartoonist named Jayme Gordon will

fraudulent claim that he was the original creator of Kung

Fube spendingPanda. Apparently, the next two Gordon years saw in prison an early thanks trailer to for a the

his comics, Panda Power. He proceeded to alter his panda Kind of like: a Chinese Madonna DreamWorks film in 2008, and it reminded him of one of Famous for: being named best-selling in 2011. After being caught deleting evidence from his computer and lying under oath, he was Canto-pop female in 2000 founddrawings guilty to resembleof fraud this the May. film’s The animation trial cost and DreamWorks sued DreamWorks USD3 million for copyright in legal fees,infringement so Gordon Hear her stuff on: must pay them back in damages in addition to serving his prison sentence. music iTunes, Baidu or QQ

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From Leftwich's smooth tunes to Moksi’s balanced beats, here are our favorite tracks from artists playing in the PRD this month.

GUANGZHOU: Sophie Zelmani - ‘Bless Me’ Benjamin Francis Leftwich - ‘Summer’ Arested Denial - ‘D-Land’ Feminist Indian Film Becomes Major Kontakte - ‘Sterile World’ Declan Galbraith - ‘You and Me’ Hit In China

PK14 - ‘你和我’ a gold metal at the Commonwealth Games, Dangal has become the Based on the inspiring true story of India’s first female wrestler to win Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, which was released on the same day, SHENZHEN: forhighest-grossing highest sales, Indianand grossed film ever over released RMB100 in million China. in The a single film beat day. out It Twisted Machine - 'Lost in Beijing' currently holds a 9.2 rating on Douban. Starring Indian powerhouse actor Aamir Khan, Dangal tells the story of a former pro wrestler who Little Wizard - 'Turned Away' encourages his two daughters to defy traditional gender roles, train- Anoice - 'Liange' in China earlier this year at the Beijing International Film Festival, Moksi (with Chace) - 'For a Day' anding them received both a tonationwide follow in hisrelease footsteps. in China The after movie getting was first a positive screened Sophie Zelmani - 'Waiting for the Miracle to Come' response from festival-goers. Dangal, which translates to “wrestling” in Hindi, has also received acclaim worldwide and is currently the DJ Rae (with S.K.T.) - 'Take Me Away'

second-highest-grossing Indian film of all time.

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MR. C British House and Techno Pioneer Tours His New Album through China By Oscar Holland

In addition to performing as rapper and frontman of iconic 90s rave band The Shamen, Mr. C has had a long career DJing techno and acid house and being an unapologetic supporter of rave culture. He’s touring China this month to promote the release of his new album, Incidents, which includes the grinding, psychedelic single ‘Stand Up’ that was first released on the UK’s Save Fabric album compilation. We caught up with Mr. C to chat about the hidden meanings behind his songs with The Shamen and chasing dragons.

Your songs are laden with double meanings – which ones did you “I would catch the dragon by being in manage to slip through? With ‘Ebeneezer Goode,’ as we know, all you need to do is take away control of the illusion that tells us the

Drum’ was about altered states of consciousness via rhythm, body dragon exists” workthe letter and ‘h’percussive from the soundsword ‘he’ – which in the are verses in your and brainwavesall is explained. – to ‘Bosscon- nect you with Dione, the goddess mind of the planet. ‘Transamazonia’ - If you had a shamanic voodoo doll, who would you use it on? was about a shaman flying across the Amazon. How the hell is a sha Can I use it on a bunch of people, like all the elite rich? No? Then I’d have to say one of the Rothschilds because they own all the banks, and Soman altered going tostates fly across of consciousness the Amazon if were he’s nota recurring high on ayahuasca? theme? all the money. I’d use the pins to inject love and compassion so that What we were actually doing was giving people information about hu- they’d stop being greedy, self-righteous people and use their money to man evolution and coming together to form a telepathic community. end all poverty. I don’t think there’s been a band, before or since, that has been as informative about human evolution and how to move forward. If you were chasing a dragon, how would you go about it?

Why was Ebeneezer so good? the dragon or slaying the dragon as well? Because he was cheeky, mysterious and showed people how to enjoy That’s difficult, because I don’t ride a horse! Would I just be catching themselves to the fullest. We’re not sure. No one’s caught up with one yet. Then I’m going to change my answer. I would catch the dragon by be- If you had to change the letter ‘C’ in your name, what would you choose? Let’s say ‘E’. Again that’s got a double meaning; it’s all a bit of a mys- Sating unin control , pm, of MB. the illusion Shenzhen that emo tells usClub, the East dragon gate of exists. Coco Park, Futian tery. istrict, Shenzhen 深圳市福田区购物公园东门

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CROSS-COUNTRY PUNK WORKSHOP PK14 Take Their As Yet Untitled Album on an Expansive China Tour By Erica Martin

- attention from international music critics. themselves in the Chinese rock narra- ing, emotional vocal delivery and the oft- - Ftiveew bands and its have evolution solidified over a thespace past for few photographedtour de force; with signature his expansive jump-kicks songwrit he does tions outside China and asked to analyze onstage, he’s played a major role in develop- Yangand speak is regularly for the interviewed nation’s entire by publicadiverse than 20 years, the foursome have grown music scene, something we imagined must decades the way PK14 have. Active for more to an act often cited as not just one of, but rough-and-readying the band’s complexity records like over 2005’s the course White of response to whether he feels pressure be- from a plucky DIY punk troupe in Nanjing Papertheir five to 2013’s studio albumalbums, of from thoughtful earlier, social more ingbe stressful. this kind of“Yes, spokesperson sometimes,” for Yang Chinese says, in music and lyrics, they’ve always struck a critique, 1984. rock. “But I guess since I have been involved delicatethe most balance influential between band inembodying China. In thetheir This quiet rebellion and singularity in the music scene for more than 20 years, protest ethos of punk and a more thoughtful, it’s pretty natural that people want to know presence and lyrics also reveals itself in con- - of younger bands and catapulted them to versation.of mind that “I learnedcomes across a lot in in these Yang’s 20 stage years, rience. And also, I like to read books about internationalreflective quality, renown. which has inspired legions and I’m still learning,” he says. “I’d rather let themore stories about of the the scene music from scene me in and other my cities,expe The band is comprised of guitarist Xu like Chicago, DC, or Manchester. It inspires Bo, bassist Shi Xudong, drummer Jonathan my curiosity and creativity.” us a lot.” Leijonhufvud (who’s Swedish but has lived thingsBecause flow smoothly of their celebrated and naturally, status keeping and The fact that they care deeply about in China for much of his life), and vocalist nurturing the music scene in both Beijing Chinese bands that has garnered lasting and the country as a whole also contributes their 20-year output, PK14 is one of the few Yang Haisong. Yang especially is the band’s 38 | SZJUNE | JUNE 2017 2017| WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM MUSIC | ARTS

quick to praise other bands – he has mentioned Shanghai all-girl psych-rockto their willingness trio Dream to occasionally Can in several be interviews the face of (includingit. Yang is alwaysour own) new album, and will embark on an expansive China tour this month and is helping to produce their debut album. He also cites noise rock- for the first time in years. But rather than an album release tour, it ers Lonely Leary from Beijing as being promising. Both bands are will be a warm-up tour to help them experiment with the way theirCity fairly young and green, but have a distinctive, fully realized sound, Weathernew songs Sailing sound and and 1984 feel, intwo a liveof their setting. most Yang celebrated explains albums. that the “It something he clearly looks for and appreciates. setlist will showcase their new material mixed with songs from - tinued innovation. Their most recent album, released in 2015, is an thehas road.”no name yet,” Yang says of the upcoming album. “The songs are improvisedMuch of live PK14’s recording long-lasting performed appeal in alsocollabo comes- from their con still pretty rough and we need to find out their own characters on museum UCCA in Beijing, aptly titled Music for an “I’d rather let things month,PK14 another will invite way differentin which bandsthey’re to using open their for Exhibitionration with. Split visual into artist four Sun 15-to-20-minute Qiuchen at the tracks, art ownthem fame in each to buoycity that up-and-comers. they tour through The very next fact it moves through ambient noise to grinding post- flow smoothly and that they see touring the album throughout China almost ritualistically. “We were pretty nervous naturally, keeping beforerock to the dreamy show; soundscapes, not for the performance with Yang chanting part, musicas a way scene to explore as a whole and –add both texture in its tomusicians its theme and my curiosity and itsand fans. sounds “We makes wrote clearall these the newvalue songs they findin studio,” in the “It was one take with no overdub recording, so I wasbut for a little recording worried part,” that says we wouldYang of not the record project. a band, these songs need to be played and get energy good take, or it would be missing some sounds. creativity” fromYang says,the stage. “but youWe thinkknow, that sometimes after the as tour, a rock we will But when we listened back to the recording, we all loved it.” The whole understand these songs much better and record them better.” take themselves too seriously. Z Sat un , .pm MB presale, MB at the door. S Livehouse, project reveals the band’s tendency to continue experimenting and not ongye adao Bei, Haizhu istrict 海珠区工业大道北号S现场 and their set for Split Works 10th Anniversary party in Shanghai last SZ Sun un , .pm MB presale, MB at the door. B Live, North With the notable exceptions like the Music for an Exhibition show Side of Building C, North istrict, OCTLoft, Wenchang ie, Nanshan istrict 南山区华侨城创意文化园北区C栋北侧B现场 www.blive.cn, their last studio album, 1984, in 2013. They’re currently at work on a fall, PK14 has performed only a few times a year since the tour of

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CHINA MUSIC CORNER Three New Homegrown Albums on Our Radar This Month

人间指南 by Babel Records The latest compilation release from Beijing’s Babel Records, 人间指南 or Human Guide is a distinctly cyberpunk vision of China. Its blend of 90s pop and R&B with - ture, and seems like the ideal release for a label whose tagline on their Bandcamp andcutting-edge Soundcloud bass pages music is makes the assertion for a satisfying that “Now mix Is of Future.” throwback Tracks and from techno-fu a diverse group of producers based around China, including Shanghai’s Zean (‘Make It’) and

catch samples of Drake and Michael Jackson, jazzy horns, and robotic bleeping. Beijing’s Soulspeak (‘Alien Born Chinese’), display an eclectic mix of styles; you’ll人间指南 warmthAiming to and explore soulful “a beats space make which it isfar full more of the playful contradictions than it is dystopian. of 90s’ China,” has all the neon-soaked style of science fiction, but the poppy samples, analog Listen here httpsbabelrecords.bandcamp.comalbum

极饿非道 by Disanxian A self-described “Hardcore Punk/Crust/D-Beat” band based out of Shenzhen, -

theDisanxian staple Chinesedropped dish, their apparently debut album for ofno protest reason punk other in than early because May. The they band enjoy consist eatinging of five it. They members sing in – aone combination Japanese, one of English Italian andand Cantonesethree Chinese and – are is namedmajor fans after of British rock band Discharge, nodding to them in their logo and covering one of their songs on the album. Released under Beijing-based label Dying Art Productions, The Greatest Outrageous Famine (极饿非道 war, anti-capitalism and social discontent,” with track names that double as calls to action, like ‘Follow No Leader’ and ‘Stand) explores Up and Fight.’the band’s Though core it conceptsisn’t totally of pos“anti-- - ing rawness and whiplash pacing that’s worth a listen, and probably translates espe- ciallysible towell tell to one live song performances, from another especially just by thethe musicfrenetic itself, lyrics Disanxian and aggressive have an guitars energiz of the track “HENGGANG Streets Burn!!!”

Listen here httpsdisaniancrust.bandcamp.comalbumthegreatestoutrageousfamine

[GNM003]: 战记 by Rui Ho The third EP release by Shanghai’s rising-star music crew Genome6.66Mbp, Rui Ho’s 战记 (Zhanji or War and poignant moments of raw emotion, all of which is imbued with their signature interweaving of Western) is five club tracks music that with fluctuate traditional between Chinese militaristic, instrumentals. aggressive A non- bass binary DJ and producer, Rui Ho grew up in China and studied music in Paris before relocating to Berlin, where they recently won a spot in Berlin Community Radio’s in- cubator program. Rui Ho describes Zhanji, their debut EP, as being a therapeutic outlet, a chronicle of an ancient and imaginary war that “has happened so many times opening track, ‘Gleam,’ start out sounding like fairly typical and unmemorable bass in my head.” This theme is explored impressively – several songs, most notably the end, you’re fully immersed in Rui Ho’s narrative of frustration and wary hopefulness. music, only to build in complexity of sound and emotional resonance so that by the Listen here httpsgenomembp.bandcamp.comalbumgnmruiho

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THE RISE OF BIKE SHARE AND CYCLING’S GREAT COMEBACK IN CHINA

By Tristin Zhang The past and the future are never very far apart in China. Capital is once again flowing into Tianjin bike factories that just 30 years ago were churning out Pigeons, Phoenixes and Yongjius. Today, Mobikes, Ofos and Bluegogos top the list of orders, as biking – so long considered a thing of the past – contends to play a more permanent role in China’s future.

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“There are nine million bicycles in Beijing. That’s a fact. It’s a thing we can’t deny.” So begins British singer Katie Melua’s 2005 single ‘Nine Million Bicycles.’ Inspired by her trip to the capital in the early 90s, the song describes China as many will always remember it: the ‘kingdom of bicycles.’

Though invented in Europe, bikes have long enjoyed a unique kind of the ‘Uber for bikes,’ Mobike’s easy-to-use application and affordability welcome in China. In the 50s, ‘three rounds and a sound’ – a bicycle, sew- appealed to hundreds of thousands of users seeking a quicker way to ing machine, wristwatch and radio – were what every Chinese household bus. Even avid bikers grew to prefer shared bikes over their own wheels, whichcover that came final with kilometer the risk ofin beingtheir dailystolen. commute inaccessible by metro or morningstrived to and possess. at dusk. By the 80s, many families could finally afford them, and Today,hordes a of fresh bikes wave could of bebike seen mania flooding is once Beijing’s again sweeping Chang’an theStreet country. every bike-share bandwagon. Copycat start-up firms arose in no time, hurling themselves onto the- panded to include nearly every color in the rainbow. As of March 2017, bikes.Yet this time, it’s not the black Phoenix or forest green Pigeon clogging In a matter of months, the sea of orange spilling onto sidewalks ex urbanOn lanes, the morning but a polychromatic of April 22, 2016, mix of hundreds dock-less, of park-anywhere orange and silver shared there were 174 bike-share schemes in 30 of China’s 34 province-level a GPS-assisted lock that allowed users to park any time, any place. All divisions, according to ExpatFinder. frames appeared on Shanghai’s streets for the first time, all armed with see dozensAnd whereas – maybe it may even have hundreds been difficult – parked to beside locate thea shared nearest bike intersec within- tion,half a metro kilometer station of youror mall. home or office a year ago, today, you’re likely to one had to do was download a mobile app, scan a QR code to unlock the bike and press down a lever to lock it once the trip was finished. Dubbed

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CYCLES OF THE PAST

hina’s penchant for pedaling is nothing new. Puyi, the country’s last emperor before dy- nastic rule gave way to a republic, was a bike enthusiast and collector himself. It was upon Chis request, in fact, that all of the thresholds within the Forbidden City were leveled to make the grounds more ‘bike-friendly.’

everIn produced 1868, the in first the PRC.foreign bicycle arrived in Shanghai, and by 1937, the first bike factory was establishedEarly production in Tianjin. was Thirteen relatively years crude: later, rimsthat factorywere crafted would with turn old out gasoline the Pigeon drums – the left first by bike the US Army, while frames were welded using water pipes. The bikes were absurdly heavy as a "Early bike rims were result, and riders would often sweat so much that they would ‘sweat out’ the common cold, lead- crafted with old gasoline ing some to nickname the vehicles ‘Aspirin bikes.’ were in high demand and low supply in cities and towns alike. China’s planned economy meant drums left by the US one Inneeded the 70s, a ticket the three to purchase most popular a bike, Chineseand no amount bicycle brandsof power – Phoenix,or money Pigeon could andguarantee Yongjiu ob –- tainment of the coveted coupon. Army, while frames were As China’s economic vision transformed in the 80s, so too did its bike production. Spare welded using water Chinaparts factoriesspawned and more more than efficient 33 million assembly bicycles lines in 11sprang months up asin the1986, State meaning Council more poured than money one bikeinto developingwas produced mechanical every second. products. By the According end of the to decade,a report a by population Hong Kong-based of 10 million Phoenix people TV, in pipes” Beijing possessed no fewer than 8 million bikes.

wereFrom used the to transport70s to 90s, straw biking and reflected rice in the the countryside, country’s relatively and to carry basic one’sstandard wife of to living. work inTo a thelarge cities. extent, A bicycle the demand was where for cycles romance was drivenhappened by their – it was competitive an intimate cost part and of efficiency: one’s childhood they memories and an icon of Chinese lifestyle. In the early 90s, two-wheelers were out in full force in China’s capital, earning it a reputation as the ‘city of bicycles.’ But the phenomenon didn’t last long. The country was on the fast track towards mod- ernization, after all, and bicycles were des- tined to become a thing of the past. “The growth of bikes in cities is not a direction of urban transportation development,” declared the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development in 1995. Bikes were deemed ‘inferior’ vehicles, and gradually lost their place on public roads. At the turn of the 21st century, bike com- muters were forced to ride between buses. Automobiles had become the new ‘round’ – or status symbol – and most young people wanted nothing to do with outmoded two- wheeled contraptions. “I would rather cry in a BMW than smile on the back of a bicycle,” were the famous words uttered by dating show contestant Ma Nuo in 2010. The quote would come to sym- bolize a decade of materialism fed by record economic growth and a ‘get rich quick’ mentality. For the few who still found bicycles romantic, China’s increasingly smoggy, congested roads were no longer suitable for a pleasant ride anyway. And so, in time, biking largely fell out of favor.

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BIKE SHARE: A NEW BEGINNING

he logistics of bike-share have evolved troduced a system known as the ‘bicycle li- dock-less bike-share users in China reached 19 considerably since the concept was con- million at the end of 2016. The same source es- Tceived in Amsterdam circa 1965. timates 50 million total users by the end of this In 1991, Copenhagen’s ByCylken program tobrary’ combat – the theft first and of its vandalism. kind to require users to year – an increase of roughly 163 percent. utilized heavy-duty bikes chained to bicycle show identification and leave a deposit in order Cycling has arguably become ‘cool’ again: racks with coin-operated locks. Users did not France – considered the ‘third generation of users are pegged as being young, environmen- need to register, however, and thus could not By 2001, the Velo’v program in Lyon, - tally aware and progressive. Sharing one’s bike be held accountable for vandalized or lems by improving bikes’ security, accountabil- route on WeChat will garner one plenty of likes, stolen bikes. ity,bike-share monitoring – resolved capacity many and preexistingbilling system. prob Two years later, Hangzhou, now home to the world’s largest So positive are Chinese youths' attitudes La Rochelle, towardsas will a selfiebike-share taken that atop many a little are yellow posing Ofo. the France question: just how did Mobike turn bicycles in- Paris.public It’s bike-share similar to program private withbike-share 84,100 models bikes from obsolete to original in a matter of months? inat present,that users is canmodeled download on the an Vélib’ app and system scan in a And will the bike-share movement fade as quickly as it arose? be returned to a docking station after use. “A bike is simply the fastest and cheapest QR code toToday’s unlock dock-less a bike, but bicycles the vehicles can be must thought of as the fourth generation vice dean of entrepreneurship and innovation of bike-share. Problems of incon- atway Wharton to get from University A to B,” of explains Pennsylvania. Karl Ulrich, “It is the venience have obviously been solved, as users are free to park the wheels almost anywhere. distancesthree times of lessup to expensive 3 to 5 kilometers.” than the subway and Physical improvements, mayUlrich cut travel claims time the by density five times of Chinese or more cities, for whether for comfort or du- the government’s attitude, cheap labor costs to rability, are made constant- distribute and maintain bikes as well as a com- ly: Mobike has already parably low crime rate in China have all con- released its third model since last year, and Ofo There’s one more factor: the country enjoys a its "3.0 generation." completetributed to supply bike-share’s chain for explosive bicycles popularity. that enables So far, rider response has been over- Tianjin, the same city that turned out whelming positive: a low-cost, efficient production. recent survey by the manufacturers and more than 700 spare parts Ministry of Commerce manufacturers,China’s first Pigeon, according is now to home a report to 1,000 by the bike showed the number of Ministry of Commerce of China. Some factories there average nearly two bikes per minute.

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ern province of Shandong. “These young people ride in the middle of the street, earphones in, better part of 30 years negotiating changes to and sometimes we can’t see them.” theirtraffic city’s laws streets.that favor cyclists, citizens spent the Children in particular are at risk of falling In China, the recent popularization of and collisions. Though kids under 12 years of bike-share is merely a seedling of hope that the age are not legally allowed to cycle on streets country may one day achieve something similar in China, one research group found that 2 per- to the Dutch model. cent of all shared bikes in Beijing, Shanghai, When the novelty of bike share fades, it’s Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Wuhan and Chengdu are unclear whether bicycles will still hold the used by children under 12. same appeal in China. And if by chance they In March of this year, an 11-year-old boy do, municipalities will need to be ready to fos- died at an intersection in Shanghai after he was ter the trend by introducing more constructive run over by a coach bus while riding an Ofo. regulation, broader bike lanes and incentives The issue of bike-share safety is calling to choose greener strides for bluer skies. fresh attention to the dearth of proper bike lanes in many Chinese cities. Liu Shaokun, greenway and park- Only then will China’s historic affinity for bicycles find a more definite place in its future. “In the road construction AN blueprint of Guangzhou, the UNSTEADY transportation committee FUTURE wanted to weed out bike lanes”

ing program manager at the Institute for s shared bicycles are distributed daily Transportation and Development Policy’s second-tier city streets, however, the A lack of bike-friendly routes and the fact that by the truck-full onto China’s first- and very factor that once made them so convenient Guangzhou office, says he is frustrated by the and popular is the same factor that could spell and busses. their death. existing“In the bike road lanes construction are often hijacked blueprint by of cars Dock-less bike-share companies began Guangzhou [a few years ago], the transporta- operating in cities ‘Uber-style,’ or without per- tion committee wanted to weed out bike lanes,” mission, and the ‘park anywhere’ strategy has become both a blessing and a curse. the municipal government to consider planning Firstly, the sheer number of wheels out on more.”Liu explains. “But I hope bike-share will push the streets is posing a problem, as Shenzhen Sustainable transport consultant Bram van Ooijen, who founded Cycle Canton tours Festival this past April. According to the man- in Guangzhou, believes dock-less bike share is discoveredagement center during at Shenzhenthe three-day Bay QingmingPark, around here to stay, but some of the current schemes 10,000 shared bikes were brought inside the may fold in the near future. park on one day during the holiday, rendering “It will be a matter of who provides the some paths impenetrable. most convenience to users in terms of avail- Shenzhen authorities were so fed up with ability of bikes and quality of bikes over time, the mass of Mobikes, Ofos and Xiaomings that including the maintenance and replacement of they enforced a park-wide ban on shared bikes older bikes, and convenience and added ser- the following day, and pledged to do the same vices through the app,” says Ooijen. He hopes on all future holidays and weekends. to see city governments implement more bike- Other cities like Shanghai have tried to related infrastructure to improve the cycling maintain order in public spaces by demarcating Fu Ling, director of public relations at on sidewalks. experience. specificBut parkingabandoned spaces bikes for are bike-share still a common models the affect his company’s bicycles may have on sight on highways, in underground parking theMobike’s future Guangzhou of urban planning office, is in optimistic China. about garages and even hanging from tree branches. “Mobike records the route taken by each They are constantly abused – rendered useless data is valuable for transportation planning.” one Butof our the bikes road every ahead day,” will heundoubtedly explains. “This be areby having simply their tossed locks into broken, lakes or tires rivers. flattened, rough. seats“They’ve stolen or become QR codes a real scratched burden, off. these Others bikes, In cities like Amsterdam, which now boasts - more than 35,000 kilometers of bike lanes and er surnamed Wang, who hails from the north- especially at night,” says a Guangzhou taxi driv

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Deposit: RMB299 Weight: 26kg MOBIKE Cost: RMB1/30 min Saddle comfort: *** CLASSIC Build quality: ***** Style: *** In the beginning, there was Mobike. Mobike Classic, Overall: **** to be exact. Sporting a V-chassis, the seat and handle bars were set wide enough to summon your inner BMXer, though the bike was much too heavy to ever catch air with. The internal pedal-powered generator was ditched for Mobike Lite, which relies on a solar panel at the bottom of a bike basket to keep the GPS charged. With millions of dollars in backing by Tencent and an American private equity firm, there are big bets the bikes will be the ‘last kilometer’ transport of choice for hip, careless millennials. Plenty are betting big on Mobike’s ability to stand out from the rainbow of shared bicycles clogging major city streets. The bike targets those with enough spare cash for the deposit, but those without a car – billing itself as a solution to the last kilometer of travel. THE RIVALS A Guide to China’s Leading Bike-Share Models By Sky Thomas Gidge, Bailey Hu and Tristin Zhang

BLUEGOGO OFO

Bluegogo is a relatively new arrival in the PRD, entering the fray well after Mobike and Ofo had Deposit: RMB99 already staked out significant claims. However, Weight: 15kg having raised hundreds of millions of yuan in funding, Cost: RMB0.5/30 min Bluegogo is putting up a good fight. The fact that Tony Li, the mastermind behind Saddle comfort: ** ‘smart bike’ company SpeedX, is Bluegogo’s founder Build quality: **** probably doesn’t hurt. While the bicycles aren’t top- Style: *** of-the-line, they do have a cool gimmick: a solar panel Overall: *** inside the basket powers both the lock and taillight. Overall, the ‘little blue bikes’ are suited for the casual cyclist, moving easily after just a few strokes on the pedals. The seat is adjustable and fairly comfortable, although its shape proves to be a problem: a slight incline means that we have to brace ourselves to stop from slipping.

Ofo, nicknamed xiaohuangche (little yellow bike), started as a bike-share scheme at the campus of Peking University in 2014 but was not operated outside of university campuses until November 2016. As of March, Ofo boasted around 2.5 million cycles and 30 million users in both China and overseas, including San Francisco and Cambridge in the UK. Users think highly of the bike’s comfort, and we too found Ofo’s saddle to be the most pleasant of all the five models we tried. Unlike other models, the lock is mechanical – it requires a passcode sent to the user via text in order to manually unlock the bike. Ofo targets students and teachers in particular, who can ride for half the price of others.

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RMB199 The Guangzhou-based Xiaoming Bike entered Deposit: the market last October after receiving financial Weight: 23kg RMB1/30 min support from from France’s bike manufacturer Cost: Cronus. The azure bike claims to target Saddle comfort: **** “sport lovers and fashionable bikers,” Build quality: ** but after a 30-minute test ride, we Style: *** decide it suits just the opposite: the Overall: ** out-of-shape. Peddling a Xiaoming is much less demanding than a Mobike – it’s also very slow. One design feature we appreciate is the plastic wrap on Xiaoming’s chain, which guarantees stain-free pants. Its strategy to attract more users – whereby you can ride for just RMB0.1 per half hour if you invite 10 friends or more to join – is the most alluring of its kind in the market so far.

MOBIKE NEW

Mobike’s latest incarnation builds on the tough- as-nails philosophy with metal 'spokes' and a heavy bike frame, while addressing the complaints the first generation saw. Now with an adjustable seat and front basket, the torque has been toned down, meaning those hoping for a high velocity ride will be pedaling twice as fast, while charging the internal battery. Changes to the frame make it a decidedly 'sit down' experience. Deposit: RMB99 Weight: 15.5kg Deposit: RMB299 Cost: RMB1/30 min; RMB0.5 Weight: 23kg for students, teachers/30 min Cost: RMB1/30 min Saddle comfort: ***** Saddle comfort: ***** Build quality: * Build quality: ***** Style: *** Style: **** Overall: **** Overall: ****

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Why TCM Works Chinese medical practitioner Jon Hanlon on pain and healing, p54

Dear Jamie Fencing Club P52 P52

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| WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | JUNE 2017 WWW.THATSMAGS.COM “What the Blue Whale myth reflects, re reflects, “What the Blue Whale myth , Magazine with Wired In an interview that such pan remembering It’s worth is little doubt people have While there A potential answer is that copycat is that copycat answer A potential fying the actual reach and existence of the of the and existence fying the actual reach be easier appears to Blue Whale Challenge behind the the fear said than done. Perhaps news Canadian is best summed up by game Smith: paper columnist Russell among teenagers, trend is not a suicide ally, itself that the Internet fear but a creeping us.” on us and control can spy sertion that the Blue Whale Challenge is some sertion that the Blue Whale Challenge multinational online kind of pre-planned, the world around lives end teenage cult set to seems premature. of the London Sonia Livingstone Professor said: “The importance School of Economics fake reject identify and to of media literacy but especially everyone, is vital for news anxieties about their whose parents for to easily them too make safety children’s them. trap designed to clickbait to prey fall check of journalists to The responsibilities been has also never and sources facts their illustrates as the Blue Whale scare so great, clearly.” happened in the past, one example ics have in the 1980s over hysteria being the moral was Dragons Dungeons & rumors the game and other un suicides, murders promoting even was fear acts. This unwarranted godly debunked. tually online goading, veri due to ended their lives Chinese-speaking countries, not to mention countries, not to Chinese-speaking countries the European the language-diverse to. spread has reportedly game original mimicking the emerged, have groups If death game. of the online version Russian as then the media's that is the case, however, - - - - - The game’s name is supposedly based on name is supposedly The game’s Firstly, the most frequently cited statistic cited the most frequently Firstly, as ‘un The Blue Whale Game is listed in the herring red the largest Arguably But is the Blue Whale game really a threat a threat really But is the Blue Whale game In the time since the Blue Whale Game the idea that whales sometimes beach them sometimes beach the idea that whales to youth in China and, more importantly, is importantly, and, more in China youth to the Or is its ascent into real? even the game of media-fed public consciousness the result the support to tend would Evidence hysteria? latter. is questionable at best.in this story While been publications claim 130 suicides have Free Radio the challenge in Russia, to linked death (RFE) asserts not a single Europe the game. to linked has been definitively "investigated RFE reportedly Furthermore, un participate to the phenomenon and tried der aliases, but got nowhere.” website the hoax-monitoring by proven’ suicides that although found Snopes, which the over in Russia indeed occurred have their is little evidence past six months, there the online challenge. tied to deaths are that no is the fact Blue Whale saga entire the how has addressed publication thus far for responsible 'mentors' of Russian group be exporting could possibly rise the game’s and now Spanish-, Swahili- English-, it to ous reports, at least 130 suicides in Russia at least 130 suicides in Russia ous reports, since 2015. the game to been linked have selves and then die. and then die. selves a lot made its debut in the online world, the has changed. Officials in countries from purport have Africa and Europe Americas, Police the game. suicides to teen linked edly parents to issued a warning in the UK have jail sitting in a Russian and Budeikin is now “at least 16 school of inciting cell on charges numer to According lives. their end to girls” - - - - panic that began in Russia over the the over in Russia panic that began far has spread ‘Blue Whale Challenge’ with that country’s borders, beyond

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DEAR JAMIE SOCIAL SKILLS Bathroom Bother Joy Swordsmen Alliance

Dear Jamie, Fencing Club I have just accepted a role with a com- The days of swordsmen dueling each other for pany in the outskirts of a city here in the PRD. The company has put me up in a nice apart- popular pastime – even in Guangdong. ment, with only one caveat: the bathroom has honorNow may active be gone, for more but sword than 10 fighting years inis still a a Turkish toilet (a squatty-potty). Am I wrong Guangzhou, the Joy Swordsmen Alliance to resist using such a contraption or should reactivity. It also helps increase their concen- Fencing Club features a group of professional I embrace it? I am seriously thinking about trationlearn explosiveness, and intelligence, sensitivity which can and translate quick coaches, many of whom were former athletes going back home or to my old job over the to success in the classroom. Most importantly, or coaches on China’s national team. toilet. Am I being unreasonable? How should fencing can help kids learn polite etiquette and If you’re at all curious about fencing but I equitably and reasonably handle this? If it to respect their opponents. If you have a child who needs an outlet for meters tall and don’t squat very well due to andnot yetdecide ready whether to suit orup notfor ato competitive join the club fight, myhelps leg explain length. the situation, I am over two lateryou can on. sign up for a free practice lesson first -Squatting in Shantou fencing.his or her Pretty extra soon, energy you’ll or if know you’re the looking difference to At the initial lesson, a coach will introduce betweenget fit this an summer, épée and consider a foil just trying as you a lesson can dis in- you to three types of swords and correspond- Dear Squatting, tinguish between a jiaozi and baozi. ing protective gear before showing you the So you’d quit your job over a toilet – or By Paul Finkbeiner even leave the country? There’s a bigger issue chance to practice various blocking and at- here than your pooping posture. uangzhou Sports College across from the Hilton, tackingproper fightingmovements stance. for You’llthe rest then of thehave lesson. a Do you want to live in the PRD’s hinter- uangzhou adao Zhong, Tianhe istrict, - lands? Is your new job something you actually uangzhou 广州市天河区广州大道中号, 广州体育 plained, fencing is a great skill to master, es- want to be doing? Are you happy with your 学院 peciallyAs one when of the you’re coaches young. we It spoke helps tochildren ex life in China?

ask the company to replace the toilet. INTERNATIONAL CHITTER-CHATTER -JamieAnswer these questions first, and then International Chitter-Chatter Cruisin’ for a Boozin Are you ready to discover Germany? Come of Commerce and Industry was founded out for a two-day festival from June 30 until inExactly China. 25 This years month, ago, theon Junefirst French6, the 2017 Chamber Dear Jamie, Sino French Business Forum will be held in products, innovation, tourism, education and, Guangzhou, celebrating two and a half dec- bestJuly 1of at all, Kingold food! Interested Century and companies explore German are Guangzhou. I love going to clubs on the week- invited to set up a booth at the event, which endsI witham an my exchange classmates student – the here only in problem Spearheaded by the Consulate General of aims to attract around 2,000 visitors and fea- is the low-quality alcohol being served at Franceades of inbusiness Canton exchange and the French and collaboration. Chamber of ture German food catering, live entertainment clubs around here. They cause a mean hango- Commerce and Industry in Hong Kong, the and a multitude of activities. Organized by ver that’s pushing me towards giving up on the German Chamber of Commerce in China, clubbing altogether. How do I avoid the crip- Sunrich from 2-8pm. A business dinner at South and Southwest, in cooperation with pling headaches associated with low-quality 6pmforum will will offer be hosted guests byan Sofitelopportunity Guangzhou to rep - the Consulate General of the Federal Republic alcohol at nightclubs in China? of Germany Guangzhou, the 2017 Discover -Hungover in Guangzhou through thematic tables, including ‘environ- Germany festival is set to be a highlight of the ment,’resent ‘energy,’their industry ‘architecture and exchange and design,’ efficiently ‘high- summer! For more information, contact Mr. Dear Hungover, tech’ and more. Marc Piesbergen at 020 8755 8203. Stop paying RMB50 for full bottles of ‘brand-name’ booze. -Jamie

Pulling an Apollo 13 with your life in China? Forget Houston, write Jamie at [email protected]

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TAKE FIVE about badminton, tai chi and bar workouts with nesses. I remember first coming here and it was all John Graham the seniors. It seems like gyms are opening on every corner now. Where do you see the fitness John Graham’s name has become synonymous Sixteen years after first visiting southern China, market going? The industry is growing towards specialized transferedwith fitness them in Shenzhen. – Graham’s Having newest founded enterprises a spaces. Two big elements that are important in a includestring of a fitness specialized related gym businesses called Project – and 0/1 later and gym now are community and challenge. If your the twice yearly White Collar Fight Night, which gym is too large, you can't integrate these two con- sees everyday employees trade cubicles for the cepts and if a gym brand doesn't have these in the

business. You’reboxing ring. a pretty buff guy, what kind of reac- next five years, they will find it very difficult to keep tions do you get in the street? Why start White Collar Fight Night in Shenzhen? Lots of touching and poking and bicep squeezes. Because I'm larger than average, I try to compen- sate with a good smile and welcoming personality. If you are large and just try to intimidate eve- After boxing in Shanghai, I remember thinking that ryone, you miss out on learning from people. if I fight again, it needs to be in my own event. If I train this hard and fight this hard, I want the full Over your years in China, what change in Wouldbenefit goingyou rather back to fight my business 100 duck-sized and my brand. hors- attitudes towards working out have you es or one horse-sized duck? seen? For sure one horse-sized duck. No gloves, no rules. I've seen people become more interested in minutes to nail that ducky. Then it's kao ya time! I and certainly has made things work for my busi- loveGive me somefive minutes kao ya. to work out a strategy and 10 exercise and joining the 'gym culture.' It's great

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TACKLING PAIN WITH TCM The Battle Against Stagnation By Jonathan Hanlon

ain affects everyone at some point in but are still in pain. Where did the stagnation underlying mechanism in all the above causes their lives. If you’re lucky, it’s rare and come from? Overuse and poor posture are of pain is still stagnation of qi and blood and P two other common causes of painful stagna- therefore acupuncture can be used to ease can be a daily problem that prevents you from tion. Day after day you rest your wrist on your pain from emotional causes as well. living lifefleeting. to the If fullest. you aren’t If you so fall lucky, into then the latpain- desk and click click click with your mouse, or Lifestyle factors are important in prevent- ter category, acupuncture may be able to help you slump at your desk and stick your head ing and reducing pain. Care needs to be taken ease your suffering. way out in front like a turtle. For years there is Pain is the number one reason that people no pain, but stagnation is building up and 15 control the weather, nor can you eliminate come to me for acupuncture. Some suffer from stress,with posture but you and can physical work to activity. limit stress You can’tand both acute and chronic pain conditions due to hurt. In this case, you will have to correct to injured muscles, joints or nerves. Others theyears movement later your pattern wrist or that your eventually neck finally led startto Dress appropriately for the weather and con- sideruse relaxation if your diet techniques is contributing when possible.to your pain injury at all, like headaches, period pain and have treatment to break through the years of levels. Seek help from an acupuncturist if you stomachexperience pain. pain that isn’t related to physical stagnationyour painful that condition. have built You up. will Again, also needacupunc to - In Chinese medicine, pain always means on a regular basis. The earlier you begin treat- stagnation. Something which should be mov- restore proper circulation thus easing pain. ment,have an the acute quicker injury you or can if you be backexperience to enjoying pain ing freely is stuck and the resulting pressure tureIn can still help other to soothe cases, theinflamed cause tissuesof your andpain a pain-free life. that builds up is painful. It’s important to determine what has become stuck. Either the emotional state can all contribute to painful r. on Hanlon is movement of qi (your body’s energy supply) isn’t physical at all. Your environment, diet and currently working as or the circulation of blood can become stag- circulation and lead to pain. Diet too affects a Chinese medical nant leading to pain with different character- painstagnation. in two Extremesways. Firstly, in temperature food can be coolingcan affect practitioner at the nited istics. or heating and just like the weather, this can Family uangzhou cause qi or blood stagnation and therefore Clinic, F, Anne, PCC place? The most common cause of stagnation - Bldg, uangzhou adao Zhong, ueiu is physicalBut what injury. causes Tissue the blockagedamage, bloodin the clotfirst- mation that leads to stagnation and pain. pain. Secondly, certain foods can cause inflam istrict, uangzhou 广 Finally, Chinese medicine has long under- 州市越秀区广州大道中 of qi and blood, causing pain. Acupuncture can stood the link between mental and physical 号人保大厦南塔副 ting and eventually scarring all block the flow be used to help stimulate your natural healing health. Strong emotions or high stress levels 楼首层 , process so you recover quickly and completely. emergency Many times, you have no history of injury can sometimes be the direct cause of pain. The , www.ufh.com.cn will make existing pain conditions worse and

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at work as seen as a constitutional right. We’re mood and attention to detail to prevent frus- - ZZZ… trationalertness and and errors efficiency, in judgement. as well as enhance fully states, “Working people in the People’s This has come years after James Maas, a Republicnot kidding. of China Article have 43 ofthe the right Constitution to rest.” Come right Sleeping Your Way to the Top psychologist from Cornell University, coined to think of it, it actually makes sense. It’s not By Lena Gidwani the term ‘power nap.’ The goal of a power nap uncommon in China to see many leaving home at the wee break of dawn to take the train to post-lunch shut-eye, clearing metabolic waste work, and staying back to burn the midnight is to reap the revitalizing benefits of a natural oil. With the sun’s rays at its hottest during the amount of time. It’s easy to get into, and easy toand get toxins out of. from Progressive the brain bigwigs in the minimum like Google, to take a responsibility-free break. afternoon,Now for it ismost only of fitting us, unless that employees you have a need that it recharges one’s mental edge in the dream job at Ikea, possess a fetish for porce- NASA, Nike, AOL and Deloitte Consulting find- lain beds or can snooze with your eyes open, motes catching some z’s at work in communal it might be hard to make mid-afternoon pillow napoffice rooms, and on-your-feet where reclining thinking, Star Wars-likeand so pro - ‘energy pods’ complete with soothing built-in ortime embarrassed a priority. You to be may labeled feel like a slacker. you're Butcheat de- But is this all new to us? Not quite. In spiteing your the bossresistance, out of somedon’t feelhard-earned bad for seeking profit, somemusic parts and relaxing of the world, vibrations it’s seen are asthe an norm. in- out a biological necessity and a soft cashmere he body of research and evidence grained necessity more than a proven phe- blanket, so long as you’re hitting those perfor- couldn’t be any clearer: napping on the nomenon. Life almost comes to a grinding mance goals. It’s a lot cheaper (and healthier) Tjob makes you happier and healthier. halt, so to speak. Spaniards escape the midday than downing caffeine. And just for the record, this isn’t a blanket heat by enjoying siestas, shutting down busi- Napping, long seen as a leisure activity statement - the language of productivity (and nesses in the afternoon and reopening in the in the West and once reserved for tai-tais evening. The Italians enjoy their riposo, whilst and newborns, is now a proven productivity- performance boost of a midday snooze. booster, a trendsetting status symbol, and a the statistics)William and actually Camille exists Anthony, to highlight authors the of Costa Rica, Ecuador and Nigeria have it seam- matter of sheer economic necessity. The Art of Napping at Work, write that a mere lesslythose nationswoven into like everydayGreece, Philippines, life. Mexico, Now the only question is, how are you go- 20-minute light nap in the afternoon or in be- And what about China? Well, let’s just say tween a shift has been proven to boost overall that a well-timed nap on (or under) one’s desk ing to tell your boss? You might want to sleep on it first…

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May 13 saw families join in a morning of fun at the Urban Family and HarMoniCare Shenzhen Women and Children's Hospital Mother's Day Event.

children decorated cupcakes and made Mother's Day cards, while parents printed photos from the event using the printer prepared by the hosts. ThereThe 24 was families also awere clown led making to HarMoniCare's balloon animals ballroom, for the where little Louisones, fromwhile Joyeka children International held musical preschool performances. led the The group occasion in games was and capped activities. off by The a lucky draw and snacks provided by Indian Cottage and Flamingo. Lucky draw prizes were graciously provided by LanJingLin and HarMoniCare, whose

understand the history of the area. Urban Family and HarMoniCare would like to thank all the families, and everyone who supported the event. voucher for a female physical examination is valued at RMB13,800. Finally, the group traveled to the Nantou Ancient Museum and Guandi Temple to

Food and Drink Tasting at La Maison

It seemed like just another Food and Drink Tasting at La Mason, but the evening on May 18 turned out to be much more than that, as lucky diners

vanilla cream and passion fruit dessert and accompanied by Fiji water – delighted diners in every sense of the word. To their surprise, each attendee discovered. The special menu – which included a divine salmon avocado tartar, a delectable beef tenderloin with finely roasted shallots, followed by a

received coupons for a bottle of Black Label whisky at Nova Club and a free treatment at Vista-SK International Medical Center. On top of providing an enjoyable dining experience, La Maison also raffled off a bottle of house wine to conclude the event.

56 | SZ | JUNE 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM The 20th Anniversary of Torres China HOFEX 2017 Achieves a New Milestone Supported by Supported by Torres China celebrated its 20th anniversary at Four Seasons Hotel, Guangzhou on May 17, with a grand occasion that gathered wine lovers with 39,060 visitors from 86 countries and regions, the largest scale in theAsia’s event's leading history. food andPowered hospitality by a partnership expo, HOFEX, with concluded ProWine on Asia, May the 11 renowned wineries were served to the delight of invitees. Owner of 30th HOFEX saw an impressive amount of food and drink products and thefrom time-tested a wide range Torres of fields. Winery, Over Miguel 100 types Torres of Maczassek,wines from toasted 18 world- the when it had just two staff members. the latest catering equipment. Visitors left with high expectations for success of the China division, which has grown significantly since 1997, the next HOFEX, which will take place at HKCEC in May 2019.

Shenzhen Second Cross Border Summit Shenzhen’s Fourth Health and Wellness Fair Supported by Supported by

Global From Asia hosted its second Cross Border Summit last month, On May 6, the fourth Health and Wellness Fair was held in Shenzhen. The free event saw attendees browse a large selection of health prod- 200 attendees from 32 countries. “The knowledge gap between China ucts and health-related services. Dozens of classes were held, includ- andfocusing overseas on importing, countries exporting must be shortened,” and B2C e-commerce said organizer in China, Michael with ing cooking classes, dance and yoga. The event is held twice a year at Michelini. “There is still a huge opportunity for businesses that can master both sides.” Global From Asia also debuted its business services healthy living in Shenzhen. marketplace, available on its website. Vista-SK International Medical Center and aims to meet the demand for

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milestone: the property’s 5th anniversary. A host of events com- 8 for Smile Asia, raising USD1.5 million. Running from May 8 Omenced,akwood Premierculminating Guangzhou in the year-end recently appreciation celebrated a soiréesignificant for the The Ritz-Carlton hotels of Asia Pacific set a new milestone on May property’s longtime residents and other invited luminaries from various funds for the international medical charity, which provides children businesses and governments. with cleftto 14, lips Smile or palates Asia Week a reason saw to specially-crafted smile again. cakes sold to raise

Fashion Week, which saw fashion brands and up-and-coming he ‘Chilean Museum of Flavors’ took place in the Park Hyatt Hotel designers showcase their creative collections, was held from Guangzhou on April 27. Featuring varies Chilean products – like W May 8 to 12 at W Guangzhou. The ‘Futuristic’ theme saw T - mented by a wine class and cooking show, all of which invited guests to cocktails. broadenpork, their wine, knowledge seafood of and Chilean fruits culture. – the exhibition was comple everything from metallic artificial hair to dresses that dispensed actual

he American International School of Guangzhou (AISG) held its ritish School of Guangzhou students visited the Massachusetts Theater Opening Ceremony on May 23. AISG Director Bernadette Institute of Technology (MIT) as part of a new collaboration. They enjoyed a week of workshops led by some of the world’s top aca- T B highlighted the facility in their speeches as a venue that would strength- demics. Carmody and Deputy District Mayor of Huangpu Xian Yinsong

en cultural exchange within the community. The Opening Ceremony was Generalalso attended of Education by US Consul, Bureau Doron of Huangpu Bard, Mexican District, ConsulMr. Zhang General, Jianwu. Carlos Giralt, and Indian Consul Genral, Y.K. Sailas Thangal, as well as Director

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This month 60 What's On in June 63 Home Cooking 64 Grapevine 68 New Food and Drink A monthly insert for June 2017 WHAT'S2017 ON FRI IN JUNE JUNE 9 MOSKI 74 CLUB SECTOR

76 SAT JUNE 3 TWISTED MACHINE B10 LIVE WED JUNE 28 SOPHIE ZELMANI NANSHAN SPORTS 74 THEATER FRI JUNE 16 DJ RAE PEPPER CLUB 75 60 | SZ JUNE 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM SAT-SUN JUN 3-4 FRI JUN 9 AIFA TOURNAMENT GOLF TOURNAMENT Degrantin Sports Field Mission Hills Dongguan p76 p75

SAT JUN 10 UNTIL JUN 13 GUINGUETTE ART SHOW SoFun Land Jardin Orange p75 p76

UNTIL JUN 21 THU JUN 22 TAOISM EXHIBITION ANOICE Shenzhen Museum B10 Live p76 p74

UNTIL JUN 30 ALL MONTH THAI FOOD FESTIVAL IN SEARCH OF GLOBAL Four Points by Sheraton Shenzhen POETRY p75 Video-art Exhibition p76

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Blue Burgers A Shanghai staple hits Shenzhen, p69

Suds Before Dessert Thali Take Out P69 P70

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Ingredients (for one serving): 4. Remove the plastic wrap and place the crust on the top and bottom of the sea bass 150g sea bass aboutroll like 10 a minutes.sandwich. 2 pieces scampi tails 5. Bake in an oven at 150 degrees Celsius for 40g butter pumpkin mash and poached carrots on a 40g dried tomato plate.6. While the bass is in the oven, place the 30g bread crumbs 3g oregano 3g rosemary 7. Place the bass on a plate and cut in half, 3g thyme drizzle with some olive oil. 3g garlic 8. Garnish with micro greens and edible 80g pumpkin mash SANDWICHED Scanflowers. for Video: This recipe is courtesy of 2 pieces baby carrots Chef de Cuisine Andrea olive oil Zamboni of Limoni at The PERFECTION Ritz Carlton, Guangzhou, 3 Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang Poached Sea Bass and edible flowers, micro greens (for garnish) Xincheng, Tianhe District, Method: Guangzhou 广州市天河区珠江新城兴安路3号 (020-3813 Scampi Roll with Sun-Dried Pumpkin mash 6688) 1. Halve a small pumpkin and carve out the Tomato Garlic Crust seeds.

minutes. 2. Cut again into four slices and bake for 30

butterandwiches and jellyare a might staple get in manyyou through 3. Once soft, spoon out the pumpkin and Western cuisines, but while peanut- Crustmash into a fine paste. Set aside. the work week, weekends call for some thing extraordinary. From the great Chef de 1. Mix the chopped dried tomato, herbs and Cuisine Andrea Zamboni of The Ritz Carlton,- bread crumps with softened butter. Guangzhou comes our recipe this month, aside.2. Roll it to 5 millimeters thick and freeze. which packs fresh scampi and sea bass be 3. Cut into two rectangular pieces and set tween two savory crusts made of sun-dried Sea bass Scrisptomatoes, on the herbs, outside bread and crumbs splendidly and juicybutter. in - - Think of it as a ‘sandwich’ for gourmands, 1. Open the fish and debone it; cover the fil side. Don’t have time for a complex recipe? let with wax paper and beat gently. Maximize efficiency by preparing the crust 2. Place the scampi tail inside the flattened- in the morning and sticking it in the freezer standfillet, seasonhigh temperatures. with salt and pepper and roll until you’re ready to cook lunch. When you with cooking plastic wrap that can with 30start minutes. the rest at noon, you should be able to go from chopping to chomping in roughly 3. Poach the bass for 10 minutes in boiling water. WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | JUNE 2017 | SZ | 63 GRAPE VINE THE SCANDALOUS SCOOP WE TRIED IT We’re digging:

Blue Frog bringing big burgers to

Wongtee Plaza’s periphery; the slap- happy soon happening of White Collar Fight Night; rumors of a certain cafe - McDonald’s Second Attempt at Michelin Burgers setting up shop and going to the dogs;- sions.Shenzhen subway’s pink-plastered ef forts at encouraging amorous confes They’ve done it again, and by ‘they,’ we Despite the burger looking like was mean McDonald’s and the almost-as-famous made by Ryan Reynold’s character in the Michelin Guide – two culinary juggernauts film Waiting..., it actually was quite alright. We’re done with: whose names we thought we’d never hear in The smooth, savory taste was pleasant to the same sentence. That is, until December the palate and the addition of an egg to a of last year, when McDonald’s launched two McDonald’s meal served after 10am was specialty burgers endorsed by a two-star butterstrangely is probably satisfying. the single greatest addi- Michelin chef, Spain’s Ramón Freixa. tionAlso, to a burger. for those not in the know, peanut While we had mixed feelings after Score: 4 Stars sampling last year’s Signature Sauce Bacon Burger and BBQ Pineapple Beef Burger, anotherclearly the go. response was enough to coax Chipotle BBQ- ‘the powers that be’ at McDonald’s to give it Style Chicken

Being the culinary cosmonauts that we - Burger are, and obviously caring so deeply about our readers’ taste buds and overall health, we de Bionic Shekou’s pop-up cided to sample these two new burgers and Up next was the Chipotle BBQ-Style - report our findings. Chicken Burger (RMB28), which, thankfully, end of days at Creamy Nuts and came out of the box with a better presenta the end of May; the smoggy-foggy days Steamed Egg Beef chipotletion than sauce the first and sandwich. chicken that appears to hiding Shenzhen’s sun; the moral panic The burger comes with a dose of tangy- over a certain azure aquatic mammal Burger game; an unending tide of food scandals, have been battered and fried – not barbe- formaldehyde pig blood anyone? cued, as the name suggests. When we opened the box of the Creamy- Other components include lettuce, to Nuts and Steamed Egg Beef Burger (RMB28), matoes and bacon that looks like ham, all we were greeted by a sandwich that ap stuffed inside a hearty, seed-covered bun peared to have been made with the same that was about an inch-and-a-half too long level of care afforded to a crash-test dummy. undoubtedlyfor its contents. its aesthetically-pleasing bun In short: the presentation was sloppy. This sandwich’s strongest points are Ingredient-wise, the burger is built with 100 percent beef (allegedly), a steamed and the chipotle sauce, which was key in egg reminiscent of what you’ll find in any covering up the taste of undercooked bacon. creamyMcDonald’s peanut breakfast butter. sandwich, lettuce, Score:Its weaknesses? 2 Stars Definitely the bacon and the onions, what tasted like Big Mac sauce and small portion of slightly soggy chicken.

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COCKTAIL The Pimm's Cup

Gather friends to sip a pitcher (or two) of England’s summer cocktail of choice. Essentially a national institution, there • 4 cups lemonade or ginger ale thewere gin-based originally beverage many types reigns of Pimm's,supreme. based around different alcohol. Today, thewith drink. a long-handled spoon. Poke • 6 to 8 large sprigs mint, crushed 3.mint Divide sprigs drink and among leaves eightdown tall into At first glance the recipe looks easy, but gently, plus a few loose leaves the complexitymyriad of garnishes kicks in. Pinkies– which up! are Method: spread throughout the drink – is where glasses, with a few slices of fruit and cucumber in each glass, along Ingredients: 1. Fill two pitchers 1/4 full with withRecipe some and photo mint provided leaves. by our friends ice. To each, add a layer of orange at Shenzhen’s Providence Cocktail, 2/F, theslices, layering. a few lemon slices, and a Paradiso Apartments, 82 Furong Lu, • 2 oranges, cut into half-moons layer of cucumber slices. Repeat Futian District, Shenzhen 深圳市福田区福 • 2 lemons, cut into half-moons 荣路82号金域蓝湾2楼 (186 6538 3106) • 1 Persian cucumber, washed and sliced 2. Pour in the Pimm’s and mixer, • 2 cups Pimm’s No. 1 dividing between pitchers, and mix

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Easy Access: Aix Arome Café

Duck into a cute little cafe in a back alley and you might come away impressed – or not. Why not save yourself some uncertainty (and bitter brews) by visiting Aix Arome? The chain has nine Shenzhen shops, a few of which are in the city’s most popular locations – Window of the World, Shopping Park and KK Mall. All serve solid renditions of crowd favorites,Intersection plus of Fuhua a signature Lu and Zhongxin creamy Er ‘Caffe Lu, Shopping Amour’ Park, (RMB39). Futian District 福田区购物公园福华路与中心二路交叉口 (8316 5383)

Sweet Tooth: Lu Patisserie

For a sweet treat or three to go with your cappuccino (RMB28), stop by the OCT-Loft or Huaqiangbei location of this French bakery and cafe. Desserts are carefully crafted to appeal as much to the eyes as the palate. They’re also relatively inexpensive: customers can opt for an afternoon tea option (RMB38) that pairs any coffee drink with a choice of mangoIntersection cheesecake, of Fuhua Lu tiramisu and Zhongxin or creme Er Lu, brulee. Shopping Park, Futian District 福田区购物公园福华路与中心二路交叉口 (8316 5383)

Hipster Haven: Old Heaven Books

- If the mandolins hanging from the ceiling and experimental post-rock soundtrack didn’t tip you off when you entered, we’ll spell it out: Old Heaven is unapologetically alterna tive. Behind the bookstore is a cafe area that includes comfy indoor and outdoor seating. There are plenty of power outlets too, in case you want to plug in your Macbook and write120, Bldg a blog A5, Xiangshanpost about Dong the Jie,symbolism by Wenchang of the Jie, house OCT, Nanshan latte (RMB28). District 南山区香山东街华侨城创意园北区A5栋120铺 (8614 8090)

Novelty: 3D Coffice

3D Coffice may not have the best Americano (RMB26) in town, but it sets itself apart - in other ways. It offers high-tech entertainment, for example, in the form of an in-store full-body scanner that can record your image and allow you to create a miniature figu rine of yourself (RMB888 and up). There’s also food, including ‘3D-printed’ cookies (RMB10), in case you get hungry while waiting for your personalized crystal keychain (RMB30)1/F, West side, to be KK finished. Mall, Luohu District 罗湖区KK Mall西区一楼 (2296 6645)

Creative Combos: Barista Pro

Located in Shenzhen’s CBD, just across the street from the municipal government, this favorite haunt of white-collar workers offers drinks as well as meals. One sip of the ‘coffee soda’ (RMB28) has us hooked: mix iced coffee with soda water, a little sugar and lemon, and you get a refreshing, light drink that’s neither too sweet nor too sour. SippedShop 02, under Lower anSquare, umbrella Taiping on Financial the outdoor Building, patio, Fuzhong it’s Sanjust Lu, right. Futian District 福田区福中三路太平金融大厦下沉广场02铺 (2360 8043)

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BLUE FROG South from Shanghai By Chris Webster

The Place The Food The Vibe Blue Frog appeals to diners seeking - Blue Frog Bar and Grill has finally hopped tite diningSince Blue experience Frog has – sprungbooths andup along long tathe- its way down to South China. Headquartered- hearty offerings and signature cocktails, but Wongtee Plaza’s periphery, it offers a tripar in Shanghai, Blue Frog bills itself as ‘casual we start off on a lighter note by ordering the Western dining’ and is popular for its selec mango shrimp salad (RMB98), which comes bles with a view of a screen projecting sports tion of towering burgers. The Shenzhen - as a delightfully plated combination of mixed alongnear the the mall outdoor entrance, promenade. high tables and bar iteration comes with all the trappings of the greens and red bell peppers, punctuated by seating in the interior, and a sprawling patio original outlets: royal-blue decor, juicy burg chili-spiced shrimp, ricotta cheese and bright ers and no actual frogs. slices of fresh mango. The salad pairs well Sit outside on a nice day for lunch, or pull with the tangy passion fruit mojito (RMB60). up a stool at the bar for an after-work burger A weightier challenge is the Montana and drink; you’ll leave full and maybe even a burger (RMB98). This mountain of meat Price:little buzzed. comes with sweet BBQ sauce drizzled over Who’s going: two crispy onion rings, lounging on top burgerRMB160 for a burger and cocktail of a cheddar cheese beef patty, all Good for: anyone who likes a good stacked on a bed of bacon, onions, lettuce, tomato and pickles. It's Shop 28, 2/F, filling Wongtee food, Plaza, strong 118 Fuhua drinks San Road, messy, in a good way. - Futian District 福田区福华三路118号皇庭国商购物广场2 We had the burger with the 层28铺 (8255 3646) blue frog iced tea, which is ad vertised as ‘like a Long Island, but double the fun.’ Visually, the drink looks like swamp water, but is surprisingly sweet and as fun as advertised (read: strong).

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FUBAR sausage.preme pizza (RMB88 for 9 inches) is a cheesy, Recognize grease fest with black olives, bacon, ham and By Sky Thomas Gidge Unlike some other establishments, the isRMB38 a must. cheese balls avoid the trap of being painfully plain, though the sweet chili sauce The Place muchBeer taller is served British in pint. three sizes and prices: FuBar makes an impression. On a street the medium an American pint, the large a

- The American-sized RMB48 Chicken with overly friendly women who favor the Street IPA is not the kick in the taste buds dark doorways of neighboring establish beast. more hardcore IPA fans might want, instead ments, the brewpub is a well-lit, gleaming its the fruity malty mix is an easy sip with a 6.5 ABV. Inside is the expected mix of austere Already attracting an event split of local concrete, shiny beer-brewing tanks and - and foreign patrons, FuBar sells golden ale at ground floor sofas, good for a lean-in after system. just RMB18 for a small – a handy introduc filling up on pub fare while drinking one of - tion to those used to downing Tsingtao. FuBar’s decidedly strong brews. Above it all sporting event du jour. Word of advice: if you order the sexy ci In a city hit by copycat brewpubs, FuBar is a nine-screen LED display showing the der (RMB28 small, RMB48 medium), go with- serves original brews that warrant at least - a medium at most. It’s absurdly drinkable one visit and Western management that ‘get A jaunt up a black, industrial staircase with an 8 percent ABV and is actually some it.’ finds a cozy second floor, a sort of bar with Price: thing closer to apple wine. in a brewpub. Who’s going: The Food The Vibe RMB100 for two beers Good for: locals, expats, early evening community oriented and FuBar is no excep- families Shekou establishments tend to be more 101-4 Haichangpub Jie, fare, Nanshan fresh District brewed 南山区海昌街 beer It’s standard pub fare, which is a good tion: expect the manager to ask your name as - 101-4号 thing, considering how awry Western food in this town can go. The meat lover’s su children clamber for the upstairs video game

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tongue biting acidity. two curries, a dahl, pickles, rice and chapatti, pickles feature chunky cuts of veggies with a NAMASTE all freshly made in house. We began with the naturallydahl. Its creamy led to the blend cardamom-heavy of vegetables gave potato way The Vibe Veggies at the Ready to an acidic kick and spicy aftertaste, which By Lachlan Cairns aand neon-orange onion curry. plastic Both tray.dishes were welcome Namaste’s clear focus on delivery means surprises, given that presentation consisted of there isn’t a huge amount of feeling in the The Place small, supply-filledWeekends dining see the area, menu though expanding the to owner is happy to make conversation.

Sweating in the summer heat, with include biriyani, but there needs to be the buzz of drones overhead, you more choices if Namaste is going to may stumble on this small Huaqiang recreate a proper Thali experience. Bei vegetarian restaurant. With few- For those who work in the Huaqiang tables, and trays instead of plates, Bei area or its surrounds, Namaste this is as close to a real Thali experi veggieswill be a and welcome meat. change from the ence as Shenzhen gets. usual greasy takeout container of rice, The owner, an Indian electronics Price: trader long desperate for affordable- Who’s going: - vegetarian food, explains why he ers RMB35 lunch, RMB40 dinner andtook recreate a no-frills an approach Indian dining to the style. din Good for: an almostvegetarians, Indian Thali lunch lov ing experience: to keep prices down experience The Food - 1/F, Shop 42, Zhong Hang Bei Yuan Mansion, Huaqiang Bei Street, Futian District (Huaqiang Bei The only let-down was the bean and egg The menu is limited – so limited, in fact, Metro Exit C) 福田区华强北街道振华路中航北苑大厦第 plant curry. While the vegetables were fresh, that you may have only one choice, as was the 一栋一层42 (131 6377 0022) it lacked the full flavor kick the others offered. case when we visited. The handmade chapatti and pickles were ‘The Lunch set’ (RMB35) consisted of natural sides: freshly made and filling, the BEER NUTS U Sud-sidizing Students By Sky Thomas Gidge

- Near the West gate of Shenzhen - University, down a quaint brick pathway, sits Beer Nuts U – the former lo cation of Taco Loco. This new venue is run ning with the college bar vibe by serving up- cheap snacks and reasonably priced drinks, while grafting on some of the culinary offer ings anyone who has been to Futian’s Tex- - Mex Pulse Café will be familiar with. Visiting on a recent evening, a group of bois terous Australians man a table of RMB10 corner.shots – Awaiting ceiling-mounted for a moment Yamaha of celebration, speaker the menu. while demure-looking women sip juice in a Duvel and Vedette. we’re told halal food will soon be added to If you’re hungry, go straight for the RMB35 plays music at conversation-friendly levels, Bratwurst. Served with sauerkraut and Beer Nuts U will not be drawing crowds filling the space that isn’t much more than - wedge fries, it’s a full meal, unlike the thin- from across the city, but with low prices, four walls, a bar and a kitchen. The most diner.crusted pepperoni pizzas (RMB35). It might friendly staff and planned music nights, it’s prominent decoration is a wall-wide illustra- take two or three pies to satisfy the average Price:set to beRMB75 one of the best bars in the area. tion of how beer is made. Who’s going: university students It’s clear Beer Nuts U is targeting the budg Like any new bar, there are things to iron Good for: eted crowd with RMB25 draughts of 500 out, and it seems like the kinks are in the milliliter Asahi, though there is also the kitchen – wait time on orders for quesadillas 29-1 Guimiaocheap Xincun, drinks, Xuefu snacks Lu, Nanshan District 南 Firestone’s Easy Jack (RMB40) for those who (RMB20) stretch to around 20 minutes, with 山区学府路桂庙新村29-1 (187 1857 5021) want to splash out. Near the door sits a fridge pizzas taking slightly longer. Though that with bottled beers, stocking the expected part of the business is set for a shake up, as 70 | SZ JUNE 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM

EAT & DRINK | NEW RESTAURANTS| NEW BARS

confetti rain down. In the smaller ‘Underground’ room, we order drinks – whisky and soda (RMB45), vodka and orange (RMB35) – which taste as likely to keep you hydrated as lend a buzz. The ‘Underground’ has no jumping CLUB SECTOR crowds, just lone dancers grooving to the Hands Up! tunes of another DJ, with the club’s lounge area offering refuge for those cooling down. By Bailey Hu Unlike many clubs, Sector boasts ample- space for both chatting at a normal volume and dancing. In general, the decor — reflec takes stage. He eggs the audience on. tive black walls and dim lighting — doesn’t If you can measure a nightclub’s success bobbing“Put yourand swaying hands in intensify the air!” as the DJ draw attention to itself, and customers aren’t- by the number of hands waving in the air required to buy drinks. It leads to a focus ‘like they just don’t care,’ Sector’s doing - solely on the music, which marketing direc great. The Nanshan club’s giant ‘Mainroom’ Not original, but it works. Hands wave tor RayWeekend Zhu says acts has can led attract to the enormous formation of a dance floor is packed on the Friday we visit. to the rhythm of the music, while mist, mul ‘community.’ In the middle of the dance floor, head- ticolored lights and the occasional spray of crowds, with turnout for one event so high, the club had to close for the evening. Zhu is undaunted, with a confidence that’s backed up by the club’s popularity. Sector has already built a reputation for its electronic music: so long as the DJs keep Price:playing, RMB100-200 the crowds will come. Who’s going: Good for: EDM lovers top-notch DJs, dramatic beat drops Club Sector, A8 Music Mansion, 1002 Keyuan Lu, Nanshan District 南山区科园路1002号A8音乐大厦2层 (0755-86937021)

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Classic Movie Music Concert Rae ‘Deep In Your Love' DJ

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Moksi China Tour DJ

Relive your best movie memories with a professional, live rendition of the songs you might not know by name, but already know by heart. Songs from The Pianist, The God Father and The Good The Bad and the Ugly will be performed by renowned pianist Gilda Butta, with Luca Pincini on cello. The full program is available online and subject to change. DJ Rae knows how to marry powerful Fri Jun 23, 8pm; RMB180-380. Nanshan Culture Sports Theatre, 62 Nantou Jie, vocals and house beats in the most Moksi's music is a kaleidoscope of Nanshan Da Dao, Nanshan District 南山区南山大道南头街62号 (en.damai.cn, 8320 creative ways in studio and on stage. screaming leads and bass paired with 8858) By touring the globe with her emotive subwoofer-heavy drops, influenced by live performance and soulful, improv dubstep and UK garage classics from vocals diced with tech DJing, Rae the 80s. Moksi's first work, the 45-sec- Concert became a clubland talking point. Her ond snippet 'Getting Higher,' was Sophie Zelmani 'Take Me Away' collaboration with DJ later turned into a full track and no- SKT was the anthem of the summer ticed by industry insiders. Soon after and became a top 20 hit on UK charts. that, Moksi released debut EP Brace Free entry all night for members and Yourself, which lit up social media party champion card holders. platforms and got massive live show Fri Jun 16, 10pm; free entry before 10pm, exposure from popular DJs, resulting RMB60 presale, RMB100 at door. Pepper in Moksi landing their first DJ gig at Club, 2/F, Shopping Park, Fuhua Lu, by Tomorrowland. Since then they have Yitian Lu Futian District 福田区福华路购 steadily built a following. 物公园二楼 (weidian.com, 8387 9899) Fri Jun 9, 10pm; RMB80 early bird, RMB120. Club Sector, 1002 Keyuan Lu, Nanshan District 南山区科园路1002号A8 音乐大厦2层 (clubsector.com, 186 8870 6020) Twisted Machine Gig B10

Zelmani was born in the suburbs of Stockholm in 1972 and received a guitar at 14. Despite no professional music training, Zelmani was offered a record deal by Little Wizard Gig Sony Music Sweden. Her music is a mix of soothing and melancholy, that relies on friendly guitar riffs and backing piano matched with almost-whisper vocals. Wed Jun 28, 8pm; RMB100-380. Nanshan Culture Sports Theatre, 62 Nantou Jie, Nanshan Da Dao, Nanshan District 南山区南山大道南头街62号 (en.damai.cn, 8320 8858)

Anoice Gig

This top Chinese rock band was Formed in 2008 in Shaoxing, Little founded in 1998 and remains one of Wizard have recorded and released the biggest draws at mainland music three EPs, two full-length studio al- festivals. Major influencers of Chinese bum and a remix album. A three-piece rock, they purvey in nu metal, mixing post-punk band, their new music has English and Chinese lyrics with a rap- seen them adopt a cleaner sound. metal delivery. Think System of a Introducing new material at the be- Down making out with Linkin Park as ginning of 2017, Little Wizard is eager Metallica plays on the stereo. to bring it to live audiences. Sat Jun 3, 8.30pm-10pm; RMB100 presale, Sat Jun 10, 8.30pm-10pm; RMB6o pre- RMB150 door. B10 Live, Building C2, sale, RMB100 at door. B10 Live, Building North District, OCT-LOFT, Nanshan District C2, North District, OCT-LOFT Nanshan 南山区华侨城创意文化园北区B10现场 District 南山区华侨城创意文化园北区B10 (b10live.cn, 8633 7602) 现场 (b10live.cn, 8633 7602) Tokyo-based cinematic instrumental music group Anoice is coming to Shenzhen. Formed in 2004 by multi-instrumentalists Takahiro Kido, Yuki Murata, Utaka win! win! Fujiwara and Tadashi Yoshikawa, Anoice has risen to the top of the Japanese cin- We have tickets to this show to We have tickets to this show to ematic music scene by creating mesmerizing sound tracks for non-existent films. give away. Message our official give away. Message our official Ranging from small and soft to toweringly grand and vast, their sound creates WeChat account (ThatsShenzhen) WeChat account (ThatsShenzhen) mental landscapes. before June 1 with the band before June 7 with the band Thu Jun 22, 8.30pm; RMB100 presale, RMB120 at door. B10 Live, Building C2, North name, your contact number and name, your contact number and District, OCT-LOFT, Nanshan District 南山区华侨城创意文化园北区B10现场 (en.new- why you should win. why you should win. noise.cn, 8633 7602)

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AIFA International Youth Tournament Soccer

Shenzhen Museum is holding an exhibition that looks at the history of Taoism, starting with its origins as a prehistoric faith. The history is illustrated in the form of relics, like a painted board for an ancient chess- Come watch the Asian International White-collar boxing gives the business, finance and tech workers of the city a like game. Appearing at first to be a Football Academy Youth Tournament venue to throw a few punches while networking and promoting their ventures. simple toy, the board actually offers 2017 Shenzhen China, which is be- Only amateurs have been accepted before going through rigorous training to get clues to the spiritual philosophy pur- ing held in collaboration with Urban them ready for the ring. The last event was a who’s who of Shenzhen, with the veyed by the early religion. Family. It will take place at Degrantin second set to be even bigger. Sports Football Pitch on June 3 and Sat Jun 17, 7pm-12pm; RMB450 presale, RMB500 at door. Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Daily until Wed Jun 21, 10am-6pm 4. There will be six different age Nanhai, 1177 Wanghai Lu, by Gongye Yi Lu, Nanshan District 南山区望海路1177号深圳 (closed Mon); free. 3 Fuzhong San Road, 福田区福中路深圳市民中 categories, from 'under 7' to 'under 蛇口希尔顿南海酒店 (2161 8888) Futian District 3 心 12,' more than 45 international teams (8201 3036) from Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Guangzhou, with over 500 kids playing soccer tournament in a fair Art show In Search of Global Poetry and fun environment. Old shoe col- The Chicanos Revolution lection will be available onsite during Exhibition the tournament. Sat-Sun Jun 3-4, 8am-6pm; Degrantin Sports Soccer Pitch, Bao’an District 宝安区南路德冠廷体育足球公园 (theaifa.com)

I’m Not There Movie

Participating video artists offer ex- tremely different stories, conveyed by mixing reality and fiction in moving visual images. Experimental, the works delve into the relationship between art and new media in the digital era. Hailing from Iran, Lithuania I'm Not There is a 2007 biographi- and the US, the artists' backgrounds cal musical drama directed by Todd color theirs works, presenting poetry Haynes. The movie portrays the tales – through video. of six characters, all inspired by differ- All month, 10am-5.30pm (closed Mon); ent aspects of Bob Dylan's personal free. He Xiangning Art Museum, 9013 life and artwork. An ambitious pro- The title of this show gives a hint to the rule-breaking and unexpected changes Shennan Da Dao, Nanshan District 南山深 ject carried on by a first-class cast: you will see in the most recent pieces of artist Ceet’s work. Moving away from his 南大道9013号 2660 4540 Christian Bale, Kate Blanchett, Heath traditionally simple characters. His latest canvases will force viewers to seek out Ledger, Ben Wishaw and Richard Gere the ‘impressions’ of the chickens. among others. Tue-Sun Until Jun 13, 10am-6pm and open by reservation; free. Jardin Orange, B22, Sun Jun 11, 8pm; free. Magma, SoFun Land, Tangxing Lu, Nanshan District南山区塘兴路133号集悦城B区22栋 (8600 Shangyebuxing Jie, Baishizhou, Nanshan 8690) District 南山区白石洲商业步行街,8号酒店旁边(185 0305 9524)

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Southeast Asia Food European Feast Buffet British Chamber Golf Tournament Sport Festival Buffet

Open Restaurant in Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai is presenting the Southeast Asia Food Festival from until June 12, creating a colorful and tasty food experience for all Southeast Asia food lovers. In order to provide the most authentic dishes, Open has invited Come and enjoy the authentic guest chef Kb Ng from Malaysia, as well European delicacies at Kempinski Hotel as his assistant. Savory satay chicken, Shenzhen, with wonderful European spicy crab, hot Tom Yam Gong soup and delights. delicate and tasty desserts will impress Indulge yourself in Iberico ham, Parma About 100 golfers will tee off in an event featuring exclusive prizes and multina- with every bite. Drinks include teh tarik, ham with honeydew melon, Bavarian tional company sponsorships. It’s also a platform to maximize the exposure of a hot milk tea popular in Malaysia and meatloaf, baked mussels Provencal your business, while gaining access to senior professionals and business leaders Singapore. Dancers will also perform and more. Desserts include raspberry from across Hong Kong and Southern China. Expect free-flow drinks and luxury during dinner. All prices are subject to napoleon, Bavarian strudel with vanilla prizes. E-mail for inquiries. 15 percent service charge. sauce, black forest cake and panna cot- Fri Jun 9,11am-8pm. Mission Hills Dongguan, Lin Ping Road, Tangxia, Dongguan Until Mon Jun 12, 12-9.30pm; RMB218 ta. All dishes use top quality seasonal City 东莞市塘厦镇大坪林坪路 ([email protected], 8331 5013) Mon-Sat Lunch, RMB388 Sun, RMB318 products. Prices subject to 10 percent dinner Sun-Thu, RMB408 Fri-Sat. surcharge and 6 percent VAT. Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai 1177 Until Fri Jun 30, 11:30am-9:30; RMB208 Wanghai Lu by Gongye Yi Lu,Nanshan lunch, RMB328 dinner. Kempinski Hotel French Guinguette Party District 南山区望海路1177号深圳蛇口希 Shenzhen, Hai De San Boulevard, by 尔顿南海酒店 (2162 8888) Houhai Bin, Nanshan District 南山区后海滨路海德三道 (8888 8888)

Thai Food Festival Buffet

This is the antidote to events that take themselves too seriously. The party's roots stem from 1700s 'Guinguettes' — popular hangouts that offered drinks, food and dance to customers who wanted to enjoy themselves in France. Taste Signature Restaurant offers authentic Thai Cuisine to guests, ranging from re- The modern-day version labels itself 'the unpretentious French party.' Shenzhen's freshing appetizers and classic soups to signature street favorites. The dishes are pre- Guinguette event will include games, live music and French cuisine, all in an pared with passion and the freshest ingredients. All prices are inclusive 15 percent inviting setting. The price of entry includes unlimited food and beverages — service charge. Located in the Futian Free Trade Zone, Four Points by Sheraton French wine, beer and cocktails — all night long. Contact via WeChat for tickets. Shenzhen is the closest hotel to the China-Hong Kong Futian border. Sat Jun 10, 6pm-12pm; RMB300 presale, RMB400 at door, RMB80 children below Until Fri Jun 30; RMB278. Four Points by Sheraton Shenzhen, 5 Guihua Lu, Free Trade Zone, 12, free for children below 5. 133 TangXing Road SoFun Land, Nanshan District 南 Futian District 福田区保税区桂花路5号喜来登酒店 (8359 9999) 山区塘兴路133号集悦城 (WeChat FTKITCHEN, 151 1250 0312)

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be 12 events including men’s and ALL MONTH women’s epee, foil and sabre indi- JUNE 10-18 JUNE 12 WED-MON vidual and team competitions. MON-SUN MON JUN 22 THU Tech Industry Networking, 4pm- 6pm; purchase of coffee. Pacific Coffee Wanchai (centreo.hk) Techies unite! Whether you’re looking for a skilled professional or are in the industry yourself, this is an informal gathering of The Feast of Na Cha, 9.30am. Na all things tech in Hong Kong. Cha Temple (by Ruins of St. Paul’s) Attendees will be given a chance Macao Lotus Flower Festival, In Chinese folk religion, Na Cha to make a 1-minute elevator pitch 10am-6pm; free entry. Taipa Houses- (or Nezha in pinyin) is a protec- and receive free business advice. Museum, Lou Lim leoc Garden (853 2831 5566) tion deity. During the Feast of Na There’s a reason why the lotus Cha, you will see two parades: one JUN 9-10 flower has a special place on starts as a worship ritual in the Na FRI-SAT Macau’s flag. In June, the perenni- Tcha Temple near the Ruins of St. al aquatic plants are in full bloom Paul’s, which is followed by a lion Inventing Le Louvre, 10am-6pm and the Macao Lotus Flower dance team escorting Na Cha’s (Mon, Wed, Fri) 10am-7pm (Sat-Sun); Festival invites visitors to observe statue; the second, also starting free. Hong Kong Heritage Museum special varieties of lotus at Taipa from the Na Tcha Temple, features (hk.heritage.museum) Houses-Museum and Lou Lim Ieoc a dragon dance. This exhibition of priceless paint- Garden, among other places. ings, sculptures and ceramics from France look at the 800-year-long ONGOING evolution of the Louvre, from JUNE 17 TUE-SUN opulent palace to modern-day SAT Hundred Species, 10am-7pm; free. museum. Macao Museum of Art (www.mam. gov.mo) Macau artist Peggy Chan is an ALL MONTH Open Source Conference, 10am (Fri) expert at probing into relation- SAT-WED to 6pm (Sat); HKD300. Cyberport 3, ships among individuals, city and Level 3 (hkoscon.org) nature, through the creation of This annual conference will take an paintings, photographs, videos in-depth look at the world of open and installations. The venue of this source, from software to hard- exhibition was specially designed ware, and update attendees on the to resemble the artist’s ‘experi- latest developments. Workshops mental studio,’ where visitors can and speakers will address trends enjoy a closer look at the artist’s in programming and the future of Marcel Khalife World Music creative processes. the open source community. Concert, 8pm; MMOP100-250. Macao Cultural Centre (www.macau- ALL MONTH JUN 17 ticket.com) Ancient Egypt’s Quest for Eternal Prolific Arabic musician Marcel Life, 10am-7pm (Mon-Wed, Fri) SAT Khalife’s avant-garde compositions 10am-9pm (Sun-Sat); various prices. and wistful optimism has won him Hong Kong Science Museum (hk.sci- acclaim worldwide. His Macau ence.museum) concert will combine classical, On loan from the British Museum, jazz and folk sounds in a mixture coffins, burial objects and cen- of Middle Eastern and Western turies-old mummies are used to music. introduce the funeral customs of ancient Egypt, with a focus on the JUNE 18 culture's pursuit for immortality. Thriller Live, 2pm/6pm/8pm; SUN MOP180-480. The Parisian Theatre, JUN 15-20 The Parisian Macau (www.parisian- macao.com) THU-TUE This electrifying concert, organized as a tribute to the King of Pop, will feature a 90-minute, intensive explosion of rock, soul, pop and disco music. Thriller Live, produced by London’s West End, is celebrating its eighth year and has Higher Education Festival, 9.30am– been applauded by audiences in 4.30pm; free with registration. over 30 countries. InnoCentre (higheredfestival.com) This festival will see a wide selec- Richard Lin Violin Recital, 8pm; MOP160/200. Macao Cultural Centre win! tion of renowned higher education We have 3 pairs of tickets institutes brought together for (www.macauticket.com) 2017 Asian Fencing Championships, At just 22 years old, Taiwanese- to this show on June 24 to give seminars and panel discussions. away! Message our official WeChat various times; free. Kowloon Bay The goal is to help students and American violinist virtuoso Richard International Convention Center Lin has built an international repu- account (ThatsShenzhen) with parents explore higher education the subject ‘Thriller’ and why you (asianfencing.com) opportunities. Exhibitors include tation as one of the most promis- This is the most significant fencing young concert soloists. He will should win. Please include your full local universities, professional name and contact number. ing competition in Asia, attract- colleges, vocational training and present classic works by Mozart, ing more than 300 athletes from overseas institutions. Fauré, Sarasate and more at his around 30 countries. There will concert in Macau.

78 | SZ | JUNE 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM HOTEL NEWS Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen Marco Polo Shenzhen Marriott International South China Appoints New General Manager Appoints New Director of Restaurants Holds South China Chef Battle 2017 Marco Polo Hotels Group has appointed - The Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen - The Marriott International South China recently welcomed new general manger Mr. Mr. Olivier Foucke as Director of Restau Chef Battle’s first round was held at JW Sunil Narang. Born and raised in Amritsar, Marcorants, BarsPolo andXiamen. Events of Marco Polo Shen Marriott Hotel Shenzhen Bao'an. The event- India, Narang was interested in hospitality zhen. He was the previous executive chef- of brought together 47 chefs from 38 hotels, attendedfrom a young the prestigiousage. After finishing Hotel Manage secondary- covering 12 hotel brands including JW Mar school, he moved to Switzerland where he Foucke has over 20 years of experi riott, Ritz-Carlton, Westin, W and Marriott. degree. ence in hospitality, with vast international The Chef Battle is a signature Marriott ment School at Les Roches for his bachelor’s experience across Europe, the Middle East International event across China. After a and Asia. He has worked in restaurant fierce competition, six talented chefs rose Narang began his now 20-year Four andmanagement Hilton. on behalf of such renowned to the top, qualifying for the finals at the JW Seasons career journey in Boston. An international brands as Starwood, Marriott Marriott Hotel Shenzhen on July 6. Roomsinstant Division.success as a receptionist, he moved implemented operational procedures in all Flexiblethrough anddifferent departments within the the kitchens.In Xiamen, Foucke redesigned and - - success at our Xia- always on the look “With Foucke’s out for new adven tures, Narang has- men properties, excelledvice. His withoutgoing his we are delighted passion for ser to recognize his saidachievements Mr. Christoph with adaptabilitypersonality, senseare his appointment,” hisof humor trademarks. and high Hoeflich, general manager of Marco China offers him a Polo Shenzhen. new adventure.

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Korean Doctor Eric Huang Fu is now providing English-speaking acupuncture services. Everyone can enjoy three acupuncture sessions for only RMB600, a discount of RMB150. The deal is valid until July 31. Please mention the voucher when making an appointment in advance. Level 4, Building 4C, Shenzhen Software Industry Base, Xuefu Lu, Nanshan District 南山区学府路软件产业基地4栋C座裙楼4层 (3689 9688) Along with introducing a delicious Vietnamese snack platter, on May 11 Muine released an entirely new afternoon tea set meal. Order for a fresh win! spin on the afternoon tea experience. To receive the voucher, simply follow ThatsShenzhen and send code L2-203, Coco Park, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District 福田区福华三路Coco Park L2-203 (8271 "Vista" to our WeChat official account. 2527)

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Situated in the DoubleTree by Hilton Shenzhen Longhua, Irori is already making a splash with food- ies due to the East meets West fu- sion cuisine. With elegant and modern decor and a view overlooking Culture Square, guests feel at ease and enjoy the chef’s live cooking, with wood and bamboo fur- nishings delivering a comfortable Japanese dinning experience. 8 Donghua 2nd Road, DoubleTree by Hilton Shenzhen Longhua 龙华逸林希尔顿酒店东二环二路8号 6188 Nesno fruit tea uses seasonal fruit and tea leaves from Taiwan and Sri Lanka 8888) to create the special tea. Nesno’s feature products have seven delicious fa- vors, including milk strawberry and mango. Fruit tea made with whole fruit and tea in a juicer, with fruit slices added to the tea afterwards. New flavors are usually introduced monthly. win! win! We’ve got vouchers to give away, each one worth RMB100 at Irori. For a We’ve got vouchers for some premium Nesno tea to give away. For a chance to win, please follow our official WeChat account ThatsShenzhen chance to win, please follow our official WeChat account ThatShenzhen and tell us why you should win. and tell us why you should win.

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JUNE That’s ShenzhenHoroscopes Finally, a horoscope that understands your life in Shenzhen. BY NOELLE MATEER

Gemini Cancer Leo Virgo 5.22~6.21 6.22~7.22 7.23~8.23 8.24~9.23

The stars spell relationship problems Socializing is important, so stop Leos can expect great fortune to fall You will find great success at a for you, Gemini, so get off Tantan and being such a recluse. It's nice out upon their sex lives this month. The networking event. If you wear red focus on your significant other, damn now. Go get drinks with people. following are the most auspicious to it, a shiny CBD office building is it. Take him or her on a romantic If anyone suggests Craft Head days to bone: the 7th, the 13th, the in your future. Make your WeChat walk around Coco Park. Bring warm though, do kindly direct them to 25th. Do not get it on on the 30th, profile picture more professional Tsingtao for good luck. this wonderful magazine you read or an ayi will start knocking on your though. It is inauspicious to have a full of interesting bar reviews. Drink door loudly halfway through. cartoon character as your WeChat Tsingtao on the 17th. photo.

Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn 9.24~10.23 10.24~11.22 11.23~12.21 12.22~1.20

Soon you will suffer from bad health. Your spouse or lover will help you to This will be a chaotic month for you, When two roads diverge in the wood, Sorry. Go to Sexy Salad and eat achieve financial success. Maybe he so keep zen by avoiding the Shenzhen follow the path that leads back to healthy stuff or something. Avoid or she will point you to our guide to subway from the hours of 4.30-6pm, Luohu. Seriously, where are you? Luohu District on Tuesdays or cafes in this magazine, IDK, just a and the Starbucks in Sea World for None of the hip parts of Shenzhen misfortune will befall you. suggestion. Either way, enter Central all the hours, period. Do not send have any vegetation. Avoid men in Park by walking backwards. WeChat messages while riding your patterned face masks. Mobike.

Aquarius Pisces Aries Taurus 1.21~2.19 2.20~3.20 3.21~4.20 4.21~5.21

Be ready to compromise. You may No more complaining about Issues with your family may distract Taurus: Only your hard work will have to go to an inferior noodle place Shenzhen, Pisces – you're getting you from monetary success this bring you success. That, or being if your favorite noodle place has been annoying! Stop hanging out with month. Try to regain some of that born in a privileged background demolished over. Hold your breath whiny expats and go buy a good air monetary success by not drinking under advantageous geopolitical when walking East in any urban conditioner. If you still feel like crap, in Shekou so much. You have circumstances. Keep this in mind village. book a flight to Thailand. Whiny family issues to deal with anyway, as you work hard in your English expats love Thailand. apparently. Do not eat baozi on a full teaching job this month. Eat moon. dumplings on the 15th.

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