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Welcome back to reality, after the Spring Festival break. I hope everyone had a relaxing holiday and is ready for big things in the Year of the Rat - I know our team is!
In this month’s edition of That’s GBA, our cover story explores China’s music industry and the successes and shortcomings of music streaming and live concerts. A big tip of the hat to our national arts editor, Bryan Grogan, for crafting such an informative look at the PRC’s music scene (page 36).
Elsewhere in the mag, we meet some clowns (page 12) and, on page 17, a Shenzhen-based designer who has had a fascinating career in South China (he even designed a vibrator!).
Of course, there is so, so much more, but I’ll let you discover and explore the content in this issue on your own.
Surprises are fun, so go forth, flip through this enthralling edition of That’s GBA, and be surprised.
I’ll finish this month’s note by sharing some exciting news: We are in the process of preparing some exciting new digital content (a podcast, perhaps...), so be sure to stay tuned to thatsmags.com and our trusty smartphone app!
Ciao,
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AVIATION ACCOUNTABILITY Plane Engine Coin Tosser Fined RMB120,000 By Matthew Bossons
emember that idiot that threw coins had thrown coins into the plane’s engine, at a jet engine in Anhui province last to which Liu answered that he had tossed airline’s quest for compensation reached its Ryear for good luck? Yah, so do we – climaxes estimated last month, to be aroundwhen a RMB140,000.court in Anhui The him and the hundreds of the other bozos (a maintenance personnel hunted for the cur- slight exaggeration) that decided that toss- tworency. coins. One Theof the flight coins was was then then delayed found whilein the for his coin-throwing antics. ing a piece of metal into a highly complex plane’s left engine. provinceLiu pled issued guilty Liu in a thefine case, of RMB120,000 but did take machine that transports people through the the time to blame the airport for not inform- air is a good idea. ing him of the fact that passengers are not Anyway, we’ll get to the point: A While the flight was originally scheduled allowed to throw items into the plane’s en- - followingto leave Anqing morning. at 3.05pm, The whole the episodeplane was was not gines (errr – okay, Liu). The defendant also ments by the alias ‘Liu Qiang’ has been presumablyable to leave super the airport annoying until for 7.30am passengers, the 28-year-old man identified in legal docu who had to spend the night in Anqing, and time traveling by air, and that he was igno- coins at an airplane’s jet engine at Anqing very expensive for the airline, Lucky Air (or, rantnoted of that how flight aircraft 8L9960 operate. was to be his first Tianzhushanfined a whopping Airport. RMB120,000 The incident for tossingoccurred as we’ve dubbed it, Unlucky Air). As noted at the start of this piece, Liu is - In the immediate aftermath of Liu’s mis- guided attempt to attain good luck, or bless toss a coin at – or into – an airplane engine; on February 17, 2019, when Liu (whose ac far from the first superstitious traveler to fortual good surname luck. is Lu) threw two RMB1 coins at the engine of flight 8L9960 to Kunming days.the flight, Lucky or Air whatever also announced it was he thatthought it would he there were at least 10 instances of people a coin on the ground and asked if anyone takewas doing,legal action he was against detained Liu, by seeking police damagfor 10 - throwing coins at jet engines in the first half Prior to takeoff, the flight crew noticed of 2019 alone.
WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | FEBRUARY 2020 | SZ | 9 THE BUZZ RANDOM NUMBER DON’T YOU KNOW WHO I AM? Memi Becirovic 210 MILLION Jiangsu Dragons head coach, Slovenian
CBA game against the Liaoning Flying million in compensation from LeopardsMemi Becirovic, last month was ejectedafter he from slapped a a Guangzhou-basedShannon Lee is seeking fast-food RMB210 chain spectator in the face during the game. - The man was standing courtside when ing the likeness of her father – Bruce the coach approached him and got into LeeReal – Kung without Fu (Zhen permission Gongfu) or forpay us- an altercation. The two were eventu- ment. Additionally, she is asking that ally separated by players and staff. The fan on the receiving end of the hit is using her father’s likeness and make believed to have gotten into a verbal clearReal Kung that the Fu immediatelycompany has cease no rela - spat with the coach’s wife, who was tion to Bruce Lee. sitting courtside, according to Xinhua. Originally called ‘168 Steamed Fast Food Restaurant’ and ‘Seed claimed that the fan had made an abu- Double Food,’ the chain rebranded siveMeanwhile, gesture localtowards media Liaoning’s reports Lance founder sought the services of a received an automatic one-match courtside ban, while the fan has been banned from CBA as Real Kung Fu in 2004 after its gamesStephenson. for life. The Dragons went on to lose 111-103 to the Flying Leopards, and Becirovic theveteran image marketing of a man firm.who Sincelooks thesus - piciouslyrebranding, like Real the Kunglate Bruce Fu has Lee used for QUOTE OF THE MONTH its logo.
“To come across a good boss requires luck – if you don’t have a kind boss, you might work strenuously for a year, and in the end may not get paid for it”
So wrote one Weibo user after news that a company in Dongguan gave two employees new lake-view apartments as a year-end bonus. The apartments, which are said to be
chairmanworth around of the RMB2 board. million Additionally, each, were the givencompany away allotted as part money of a 10-year for furnishings plan to help for out employees going through a tough time, according to Zhong Mingyu, the company’s
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CHINESE URBAN DICTIONARY
s we celebrate Chinese New Year, let (yunv wuguan). However, the laconic prince wears a clumsy plastic helmet that Asaw the original Lion King at age 8, severely restricts his nasal passages. When us remember how time flies. If you he utters his catchphrase, it sounds like their college years watching Friends are yunv wugua, aka “rain girl has no melons.” you are now in your 30s. Those that spent The prince, being a highly aspirational generation is now in college or entering character, immediately made yunv wugua thenow workforce. the wrong As side they of 40.gain The internships post-2000s in the most fashionable way of asking some-
they are already taking over pop culture the nation adopted the phrase and began inthe China. glossy offices of global conglomerates, toone confuse to butt their out of parents your affairs. with stern Kids stateacross- - ments of rain girls and melons. In the vein of “ok boomer,” yunv wu- the monkeyThis post-2000’s is, nor seen generation, Simba in some2D form. gua is today’s kids’ phrase of choice when Theytimes have called their Gen own Z, has pop no culture idea who and Marcel older people tell them what to do. When yunv wugua / yùnǚ wú guà /雨女无瓜 memes inspired by childhood memories their parents tell them that the way to a “none of your business” and nostalgia. Yunv wugua is one of them. good life is to get a ‘real job,’ get married or Literally meaning “rain girl has no melons,” have kids, “yunv wugua,” is what they’ll say Why are you always on your phone? Put it down and go play outside. it can be confusing to see when used in back. They know those things can no long- chats – who is rain girl and why doesn’t er guarantee a good life; they are facing a she have any melons? vastly different world than their parents, I am an influencer. It’s my job. TV show titled Babala the Fairies (芭芭 and wealth are entrenched and no amount 拉小魔仙The phrase), where comes a group from of a schoolgirls 2000s kids’ ofwhere pulling social oneself classes up haveby the solidified, bootstraps power can Playing with your phone all the time will not give you a good life. cast magical spells and turn into powerful make up for class differences anymore. So warriors to defeat evil creatures (kinda the phrase is their defense against judg- like Sailor Moon with more clan members). ment from the older generation. In their Yunv wugua. It features an icy and aloof prince whose world, rain girl has no melons. Mia Li favorite phrase is “none of your business”
WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | FEBRUARY 2020 | SZ | 11 CITY | FEATURE CLOWNING AROUND Bringing Laughter to China’s Migrant Children By Aron Solomons
Bjorn Dahlman has been clowning in China since 2014. Together with Bian Xiao, they have been performing as the Toad King and Frog Emperor since 2017, using the power of laughter to benefit some of China’s most marginalized children.
Bjorn Dahlman as the Frog
Toad Emperor King and Bian Xiao as the
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hina has a long history of comedic per- formance and clowning. Clowns were Cpresent at Imperial Courts as far back The story goes that a clown named Yu Sze, whoas the served Zhou DynastyGreat Wall-building (founded 1046 Emperor BC). Ch’in Shih Huang-ti, managed to convince the Emperor not to paint the massive structure. By doing so he saved thousands of lives, and became a national hero in the process.
are not national heroes. They are two friends who,The along Frog with King the and rest The of theirToad clownEmperor posse (yes, the collective noun for clowns is ‘pos- se’), bring clowning to children all over China. Bian Xiao has been working in Children’s
Bjorn Dahlman’s videos on WeChat, and was immediatelyTheater in China attracted since to2008. creating He came a differ across- ent type of children’s theater: one that was aimed at the kids themselves, rather than the parents. “Often in children’s theater, the par- ents expect the theater production to teach their kids something,” says Bian. “We have both experienced wanting to do something because the kids will like it, only to be told by production companies that the parents won’t. Our challenge is always, ‘Who are we performing for? The kids or the parents?’ and they say ‘The parents, because they pay for the ticket!’” For both Bian and Dahlman, clowning can be an empowering experience for children. “We want to empower kids,” says
world for half an hour. We want them to feel thatDahlman. this is “Make their show.them feelEvery like single the best scene in isthe designed so that kids feel ‘I can do this.’ We get into problems and the children run on
watching knows he is great because he is helpingstage to anhelp adult, us. This and littlethat is 5-year-old the core of boy it.” That can be seen in the very physicality of a clowning performance. Bian Xiao de- scribes how, “A clown places themselves on either an equal or lower level to children. In theater, actors are normally above the audi- ence. This only enforces a message of ‘I am an adult and you are a child. You must listen to me.’ In a clown performance, the kids are shouting ‘You screwed up!’ ‘You are wrong!’ ‘You dropped your hat!’ It’s a very different experience.”
The Frog King in his flippers
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This empowerment is very important in the social outreach of the project. The pair work with Clowns Without Borders, an inter- national organization that seeks to spread joy, laughter and hope to children in crisis. When work for a Swedish theater company which wantedDahlman to came arrange to China some in test 2014, performances. he did some “At that time, I had just come from India doing a Clowns Without Borders tour,” Dahlman says. “I thought, if we are doing a rehearsal performance for free, why don’t them? So we performed at a center for the childrenwe find kids of sex who workers, are struggling and then and did do a jointit for workshop with the parents and kids.” In China, Bian and Dahlman often per- form for the children of migrant and sex workers – those unable to get a hukou, and thus access to state services, and always work with local NGOs. As a Swede, Dahlman in particular is very conscious of avoiding a politicized narrative.
“We don’t want to step in and say this is a message we want to spread in your country, we are coming from Sweden to save you.” He also notes the suspicion that exists towards NGOs in China, especially ones with foreign connections. They work with
organization with a mission to improve the educationStepping Stones, and general a not-for-profit welfare of charitable disadvan- taged children in China, and YouDao, which runs kindergartens. Their next big goal is to reach out to left- behind children in the countryside – those kids who remain in rural regions of China while their parents leave to work in urban areas. They are also always looking for col- laborators, and have recently performed with We want to empower local jugglers and magicians. “The core is the same,” Dahlman sum- Dahlman. “Anyone that is willing to get up at marizes. “You’re a kid, we make you laugh. kids, make them feel “Since 2017, the door is open,” says You’re an adult that wants to feel like a kid, is designed in such a way you can just add a we make you laugh too!” like the best in the person.”5am and get on a metro can join the show. It They have also recently started a channel on short video platform Douyin. Fittingly for Additional reporting and translation from Alex world for half an hour two clowns, Bian started the Douyin page as a Gomar. All photos supplied by Bjorn Dahlman. joke, not expecting many people to watch, but -
one “Inof their China, first you videos have loadsracked of up people an incred in of- ible 7.5 million views. have that much pressure you need a release,” saysfices Bian,and their who pressurehas done is many massive. corporate When you performances. “When your boss isn’t looking, you go on Douyin and have a quick watch and
you feel fulfilled.”
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A little boy reacts to a clown show by the posse
Bjorn Dahlman performing level with a child, which to clowns promotes a sense of equality
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What was the process like when you start- few good things: relationships are everything, ed your own design company? my company. Instead of just interior design, BENNY DAY I was freelancing for four years, and regis- I’mand doing don’t relya bit on of brandingone thing. and I’ve graphics. diversified It’s tered the company two years ago. When I about having that balance, and never focus- FOUNDER OF ing on just one client. Lastly, you’ve got to be first arrived, I worked for a company and resilient, and you don’t necessarily need a that year we did 41 projects. To put that in Chinese partner. DAY DESIGN everythingperspective, happens some large very UK quickly. studios By may the doend Any advice for any designers who are just I40 realized projects I understood in their career. the Beingprocess, in China,but was I starting out? experienced? Did I have a style? Perhaps not, STUDIO It’s not your project until the money is in the By Phoebe Kut bank. Never guarantee timelines to clients as but I jumped out anyways and flopped quite- they may come back and say they don’t have ney.early. But My a growth year went and on placement with one rightclient now and the budget or they’ll delay the timeline. Have Day Design Studio is the brainchild of British- Iis started all built to on build failure. momentum It was definitely and have a beenjour other options. If you’re green, try to learn on born Benny Day, who’s been living in Shenzhen going since. someone else’s time. for the past six years. His design company focuses mainly on F&B and commercial Why do you prefer designing for F&B cli- Tell us a bit about designing vibrators? ents in particular? interiors, in addition to branding and product Yeah, this project is actually for a Singaporean design. Day speaks with us about starting a business in China, offers advice for budding you’re designing a restaurant, they need a great company. They’re educating beginners kitchen,F&B is quantifiable; a certain amount it’s data-driven. of seats, an Say, en- if aboutcompany the calledvibrator Smile world Makers while and also they’re providing a designers and discusses one of his more education and awareness about sexual health intriguing projects, designing vibrators. trends, fashion and the project lifecycle is and sexual wellness to a lot of people who muchtrance shorter. and fire In exits. comparison, After that, hotels it follows take on may not openly talk about sex. For them we How did you get started in interior design, average three to four years to design and cre- designed two vibrators, condom packaging and how did you end up in Shenzhen? ate and you’re not really following trends or (which will be in Watsons) and we’re in talks for their lubricant range too. I think I got into I went to university in London to study interi- - this space because it was more about brand ors, but with a focus on architecture, and had ablefashion. data. That’s what I find more exciting: the strategy, launching and brand identity – each a cool friend whose older sister had a large fun, fashionable elements and the quantifi product has its own name (ie. the Romantic, interior design company, so I started working Is starting a business as a foreigner in Explorer, Ballerina) and personality. We did a - China hard? lot of mood boarding, about the personality, versity in London, my lecturer recommended shape and product goals. thatin the I trysummers out a job with in Shenzhen.her. After finishing I thought uni I’d As one of my clients put it, “It’s like you’re do six months here, six months in Japan and growing up in public.” China has such a differ- Check out more of Day Design Studio’s work on ent market than anywhere else, and you don’t Instagram (@daydesign.studio) or contact him on have time to hide; you’ve got to work it out in WeChat: bennyday knowKorea, anything then go back and stayed!as the Asia expert and public and if you fail, you fail. I’ve learned a finish. But nope, got here and realized I didn’t
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elebrity Chef Jack Lin ( ) is famous bring his treasured recipes of modern Canton to 林述巍 for his appearance in popular reality TV blend with Chef Andy’s expertise in traditional show Chinese Restaurant ( ) Season Shunde and Chaozhou cuisine. Chef Norman will C 中餐厅 3 and for his commitment to bringing innovation take care of the overall menu design to ensure the to Chinese fine dining. Chef Lin was recently menu is well structured and perfectly presented. promoted to be the Insider Chef Ambassador The menu boasts Guangdong’s coastal by InterContinental brand. By partnering with delights, and will feature both fresh and experienced InterContinental chefs with strong dried seafood. Guests will enjoy a fascinating reputations, the Insider Chef program aims to combination of classic light saucing presented provide global travelers with an unforgettable by Chef Andy and the increasingly popular spicy culinary experience. flavor by Chef Lin, favored among the younger generation. One course guests will absolutely Guangzhou will have the opportunity to meet love is the steamed lobster with egg white and From February 25-27, Chef Lin’s fans in him at InterContinental Guangzhou Exhibition yellow wine, presented by Chef Andy, which is a Center where Lin will work with hotel’s Chinese medley of textures and soft, elegant flavors. Chef Executive Chef Andy Wu ( ) and Executive Lin’s braised abalone and beef ribs with truffle is 吴玉擎 Chef Norman Zhong ( ) to present another stand-out dish, and it contrasts well with 钟荣华 “Spring of Lingnan” special menu to Guangzhou. the silky eggs of Chef Andy’s aforementioned Trained as a specialist in Cantonese cuisine, Lin’s dish. short visit in Guangzhou will be a homecoming “Spring of Lingnan” special menu will occasion for him. be available at Canal Luna, InterContinental The three chefs will create an eight-course menu to pay tribute to Cantonese cuisine. Lin will 27. Guangzhou Exhibition Center from February 25-
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XI’AN ew cities in China can lay claim to Xi’an was also the eastern terminus of Looking for more expert as rich a culture as Xi’an. Famous the Silk Road. It was here that merchants, guides to China’s biggest cities for being the home of the Terracotta envoys and traveling monks would trade F and hottest destinations? their wares, particularly valuable silk and Scan the QR code now to played an enormous part in shaping China’s live horses, and prepare for the long and purchase our Explore China culturalWarriors, heritage. Xi’an’s 3,000-year history has frequently perilous journey to the West. travel guide, which offers Xi’an got its big start as a city during Such was the extent of trade and civilization insider tips, detailed city the Zhou Dynasty, for whom Xi’an was the in Xi’an that the city became the largest in guides and awesome day trips. the world by the 8th century. Xi’an’s fortunes changed, however, with capital, from 1046-256 BCE. Under the rule the fall of the Tang Dynasty, and it was not Obsessedof the first with emperor, longevity, Qin Shi Emperor Huang Qin(259-210 com- missionedBCE), China the became construction unified offor an the ‘army’ first time.of that the city would be fully revived. Several terracotta warriors to guard his mausoleum until the Ming Dynasty, in the 14th century, and protect him in the afterlife. Today, the some of Xi’an’s most prominent sights. Terracotta Warriors are considered one of lasting emblems of the Ming era are today China’s must-see attractions.
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Ming-Era City Walls
Inner-city Xi’an has plenty of its own charm. Nearly long, the imposing city walls were built
14 kilometers to protectOne of the the city best during ways tothe get Ming acquainted Dynasty, is and on aretwo an astonishing 15 meters thick. -
greatwheels. views Bike of rentals the heart start of from Xi’an. RMB40 for 100 min utes (RMB80 if you choose to go tandem), and afford for the effort-opposed), and can be accomplished in two Thehours ride depending itself is fairly on pace. leisurely Be sure (and to entirelybring hydra flat, - tion, as vendors in the area are few and far between. If you’re lucky you’ll catch the changing of the guards at the South Gate, which happens three times a day.
Terracotta Army Hot Springs at Huaqing
No trip to Xi’an is complete without a visit to Palace - - After you’ve ticked the requisite Terracotta Army visit tury.its most This famous UNESCO attraction, World Heritage the most Site signifi is a lit- off your list, it’s time for the next chapter of Xi’an’s eralcant treasurearchaeological trove of discovery Chinese historyof the 20th that cen can easily take a day for history buffs to explore. Lishan are the hot springs at Huaqing Palace, which With thousands of unearthed military werehistory the – settingthe Tang for Dynasty. the famous At the romantic foot of Mounttragedy Song of Eternal Sorrow, written by celebrated Tang figures, the Terracotta Army was designed to A classic imperial tale, the poem describes a death,guard overit was the believed tomb of they China’s would first travel emperor, with tragicpoet Bai love Juyi affair (772-846 between CE). Tang emperor Xuanzong himQin Shito the Huang afterlife (259-210 to continue BCE). Followingtheir service. his Fascinatingly, no two members of the army are identical – their various parts were of(685-762 the classic CE) poem and his during beloved the concubinespring and Yang summer, Guifei made modularly and assembled so that each and(719-756 soak up CE). imperial Visitors vibes can enjoyat the daily neighboring performances hot would be unique. spring baths.
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Mount Hua
One of the most famous mountains in China, Huashan is a must for active travelers. Stunning vistas and precipitous peaks are a given, and your trip here can easily take up a whole day.
its own charm. Reach the top by gondola, and expect a fairly ter- rifyingThe hike mountain to the has tallest five peaks.peaks that During top 2,155the summer meters, months, each with high numbers of visitors can make the narrow walkways crowded, so do be aware of that when planning your visit. True daredevils can get their adrenaline fix along the Chang - Muslim Quarter timeters wide affixed to the near-vertical rock face. The pathway Kong Plank Road – a ramshackle wooden pathway just 50 cen ago, when monks would journey to the mountain’s remotest peaks up souvenirs and sample Xi’an’s local delicacies. was first laid out by the Taoist priest He Zhizhen nearly 700 years Xi’an’s vibrant Muslim Quarter is a wonderful place to pick harnesses is required. in search of prime meditation spots. A RMB30 deposit for safety Situated in the heart of the old town, the Muslim - dents.Quarter During encompasses the heyday a neighborhood of the Silk Road, of just this 1,800 district square meters, but is home to 10 mosques and over 20,000 resi beyond, who would barter their wares and stock up on suppliesplayed host for tothe travelers next leg fromof their the voyage. Middle SomeEast, Indiahistorians and have suggested that the notoriously dangerous Silk Road journey gave rise to the establishment of numerous tem- ples of Islamic, Buddhist and Taoist faiths, as merchants would visit to seek blessings for safe passage.
grilledMake meat sure skewers, to arrive hearty with anfried empty dumplings, stomach hand-pulled – the noodlesMuslim Quarterand, of course, is teeming roujiamo with local. The streetmain action food, including starts at 6pm, when the vendors start setting up shop for the even- ing’s service.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda Terracotta Built during the Tang Dynasty, the Warrior Replicas After seeing the real thing, pick Pagoda is perhaps Xi’an’s most up a vivid replica of the ter- eye-catching1,300-year-old heritage Big Wild site, Goose stand - racotta sculptures for all your friends who have yet to see the high. The pagoda is dedicated to the famous archeological wonder. Buddhisting at seven monk stories Xuanzang, and 64 whometers is They’re available in a variety credited for aiding the dissemination of sizes, from small to life-size of Buddhism by bringing back sutras (you know, if you’re into over- from India and translating them into the-top home decor), and each Chinese. His journey also served as have a different appearance inspiration for one of China’s best- and facial expression. We sug- known works of literature, Journey gest heading to the Xi’an Art to the West. Ceramics and Lacquer Factory, Today, tourists can climb to where they still cook clay in the top of the pagoda to take in the large outdoor kilns and hand- sights of the city and expansive pagoda square below. Here, locals exemplar. brush up (literally) on their callig- paint and finish every single raphy by using calligraphy brushes
dipped in water on the flagstones.
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Roujiamo and Liangpi
roujiamo (sometimes translated as liangpi (cold noo- dles).Wherever For Xi’an you find locals, the two go together like horse ‘Chinese hamburger’), you’ll also find - bread, typically cooked on a hot iron furnace, stuffed and carriage. The former consists of a leavened flat - es. Locals will tell you that the best roujiamo is found with braised meat that is stewed with 20 different spic than pork. The cold noodles that so often accompany in the Muslim Quarter, where the filling is lamb rather oil and sliced cucumber. are made from rice flour and topped with a spicy red
Biangbiang Mian
Not only are these deliciously thick noodles unique to Shaanxi province, name, one of the most complicated in the Chinese language. As thick and they are also famous for the notorious 57-stroke characterbiang is an used onomatopoe in their - ia for the sound that the noodle dough makes as it hits the counter while beingwide as pulled a belt, into a single shape. noodle The chewy can fill noodles a bowl, are and usually cooked with spicy oil and steamed bok choy.
Yangrou Paomo
Arguably the signature dish of Xi’an, this Arab-
the uninitiated. You’ll be served a bowl of hot, gravy-likeinfluenced mutton delicacy soup might with appear vermicelli unusual and to
pull apart the bread into pearl-sized pieces anda leavened drop them flatbread; in the butsoup. before A time-consuming you tuck in, effort, yes, but for locals of Xi’an the ritual is therapeutic, and besides, the dish tastes better when hand-pulled.
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26 | SZ | FEBRUARY 2020 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM DRUMROLL - 27 - - - 2020 | SZ | | FEBRUARY WWW.THATSMAGS.COM To hear more from BurgerSuicideClub, scan the QR code: For more information about Silver Spoon, scan the QR code: How important is it for Silver Spoon to to Spoon is it for Silver important How mediums, such as music, various combine art and fashion? performance and labels that per present, a lot of groups At me various combine to tend in China form is not the most special. Spoon diums. Silver Spoon is that I with Silver difference The only of art and take as a work see the performance is director My favorite of a director. the role films His Chile. from Jodorowsky Alejandro using costumes, and dramatic, visual very are and religion. color and discussions about life of narrative proportion Films with a large and art events me organized for scenes are do much I don’t Although act as inspiration. think that the visu I always visual creation, important in a equally als and the music are Spoon event. Silver plans upcoming talk about your you Can Spoon? for Silver Spring after a performance will have We intimacy/artificial intel to related Festival selecting the venue currently ligence. We’re disclose the specific can’t We that show. for will have details at the moment, so everyone and see. wait to - - - - The first activity was called ‘Eat was The first activity All four of us like industrial music, industrial of us like All four Sanky was influenced by the early proto proto the early influenced by Sanky was Sunflower Seeds and Sound Quartet.’ It was It was Seeds and Sound Quartet.’ Sunflower Eat to How exhibition Jun’s Yan by inspired create artists to four Seeds. I found Sunflower video a fusion of sound, music, performance, I did live Later, at a livehouse. and poetry I was when Spoon, mainly Silver for shows a concept, by bringing people from triggered fields together. different ize Silver Spoon. What exactly do you try you do What exactly Spoon. ize Silver Spoon? with Silver show to in Xiamen Spoon is a plan that I started Silver a public account that time, I began in 2017. At lo interview to mainly Ripple,’ called ‘Water as consulting on cal artists in Xiamen, as well publish After activities. art and performance own my present to times, I wanted ing a few content. punks, such as Patti Smith, and later got into got into Smith, and later Patti such as punks, industrial mu provocative and more rougher Gristle. Throbbing bands like sic by the and this is the basis of the music for BurgerSuicideClub. release to planning are that you heard We some music. What form will it take? of an do a digital release plan to we Yeah, or, also publish a CD, probably album. We’ll on release maybe money, enough have if we vinyl. organ you as BurgerSuicideClub, As well [spent] harnessing her skills, is now an adept [spent] harnessing her skills, is now beats with an Ableton makes who producer other hardware. and various - - - -
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music, and, over the course of a long period music, and, over she began producing experimental electronic electronic experimental producing she began inspiration. inspiration. and Kraftwerk, Neubauten Einstürzende by music, with people like Aphex Twin providing providing Twin Aphex music, with people like become a musician to inspired ic. Originally At the same time, he also produces electronic electronic the same time, he also produces At Each of our four members is affected dif members is affected Each of our four etc. Radiohead, Sonic Youth, bands like rock you talk about what inspires the music? inspires talk about what you impact on me. had a profound The sound of the group is very unique. Can Can unique. is very of the group The sound I became in a while, noise and beeps. After music also Industrial the ’60s and krautrock. four-man lineup. four-man around music based make to I also started of rock psychedelic in the Western terested joined one after another to make the current the current make another to joined one after music and minimalism. with experimental Later again, guitarist Zongshi and poet Sanky and Zongshi guitarist again, Later I became attract young When I was strange. contact I came into music. Later, dark ed to musical expression to BurgerSuicideClub. BurgerSuicideClub. to musical expression music, so the final sound is very by ferently machine and synthesizer to bring a new to machine and synthesizer CC! joined. She has used an Ableton, drum drum has used an Ableton, joined. She CC! at the end of 2018, and the musician Empress at the end of 2018, and the musician Empress Berlin called Pizza Suicide Club. Fish exited Fish exited Pizza Suicide Club. called Berlin mainly due to the influence of a group in the influence of a group due to mainly later renamed ourselves BurgerSuicideClub, BurgerSuicideClub, ourselves renamed later BurgerSuicideClub and Silver Spoon. Silver BurgerSuicideClub and but Head, Eraser called originally were We up with them to speak about the influences that drive became a duo. musician Fish joined and we takes the lead as director-curator of the show. caught We the Later, a solo project. originally It was together music, poetry, performance, Karp more, and video BurgerSuicideClub. us about Tell called SilverSpoon a little over two years ago. Blending group Peaking O, Karp also founded a performance art event musical ideas were introduced. A member of psychedelic their solo work, but over time the group expanded and new started the project themself, intending to focus it around and artist Karp (who identifies using the pronoun ‘they’) poetry, the music felt transporting and fresh. Musician punk, experimental electronic beats and spoken-word punk, experimental beats electronic spoken-word and Making a soup of soundsthat incorporates industrial music, inlate 2019 and were blown away by the four-person group. We caughtWe BurgerSuicideClub at a RADII event in ALL Club Founder Talks Experimentation Talks Founder Grogan By Bryan BurgerSuicideClub and Silver Spoon Silver and BurgerSuicideClub KARP See the QR codes on this page? Scan them with the That's App when you see them to find more multimedia, photos and videos related to the feature you are reading. Genius, eh? Download the COLLAGE That's App at www.thatsmags.com/app
COMING TO A THEATER NEAR YOU TRANSCRIBED “Can anyone judge? If the judges don’t even know the most famous logo in the world, how can they be a judge?”
That’s what one netizen said after learning the FEB 14 news that the Dalian tourism board had bla- tantly ripped off the Walt Disney logo (as well as a bunch of other famous logos). The comical Horror Shark news came to light in December and pointed to a general lack of awareness from judges overseeing the competi- this horror slash thriller slash adventure mov- tion to design the new logo for ie’sNot Chinesethe most name inspiring translates film title directly in the as world, ‘Blood the Northern tourism board. Shark,’ and sees its main characters attempting to out-maneuver mutated, man-eating sharks. Simple enough. Building on the continued in- love for shark-based thrillers, this blockbuster shouldterest in pique adventure the interest films, andof fans also of the these global genres. HAO BU HAO Hao
including Lost in Russia, Detective Chinatown 3 and the spiritualA bunch ofsuccessor excellent to Chinese Ne Zha ,film Jiang releases Ziya • In in a January, similar Marriage Story, Jojo Rabbit and Little Women have been taken on by Roadvein, thePictures news forthat distribution international in Chinafilms • The continued insurgence of clubs that are straddling the borders of FEB - 22 fashion and art throughout the country • Awkwafina be came the first woman of Asian descent to win a Golden inGlobe The inFarewell a lead .actress film category, winning for Best Troll: The Tale of a Tail Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical for her role Created by Quebec-based company Squeeze, Troll: The Tale of a Tail is an animated adventure telling the story of a troll prince who has three Bu Hao turned to stone and had his tail stolen by an Shanghai’s Dada closed the doors on its Xingfu Lu venue days to save his father, King Grom, who has been Ne Zha missing the cut as a nominee young kids. evil presence. The perfect flick for a family with after 10 years • For more new movies releases, scan the QR code While the news that iQiyi is seeking international invest- for Best International Film Feature at the 2020 Oscars • below: ment may sound good, it also points toward the slowing market for TV streaming sites in China • The Farewell was not among the nominees at this year’s Oscars, de-
spite Awkwafina’s success at the Golden Globes.
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Eddie Peng Yu-yen Hidden Man Wu Kong. Taiwan- bornHe’s the Canadian US military-trained actor Eddie Peng revenger Yu-yen in stumbledthe 2018 Jiangacross Wen-directed an opportunity to star in a TV and idol he’s drama the Monkey when returning King in Chinese to the island fantasy-action for a funeral film in his sophomore year of college. It turned out to be a stepping stone to his immense popularity in show business. The handsome actor was recognized for his Golden Horse- Jump Ashin!, for which he trained professionally for eight months. You can catch him on the big screen in Chinesenominated adventure portrayal film of Thea gymnastic Rescue this athlete month. in 2011’s But first, here’s five fast facts about Peng before you grab yourself some popcorn.
Child Gourmand As a child Peng loved to chow down. These days, he has retained his
regular. love for snacks, but maintains a muscular figure by exercising on the Great White North At the age of 13, Peng immigrated to Canada, where he later studied economics at the University of British Columbia.
College Dropout The excitement of studying economics was not enough for Peng and he dropped out of university to pursue a career in acting.
Sea Turtle Savior Peng is the ambassador of global conservation organization WildAid’s mission to save sea turtles, and his journey to help the reptiles was fea- tured in marine conservation documentary Between the Sea and Shore.
Filial Son When not shooting movies Peng travels the world, bringing his mother along while he’s at it.
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DIGITAL SPACE INVADERS Five PC Games Set to Make A Splash in 2020 By Bryan Grogan
C gaming has been popular in China ever since the govern- restriction P . That love for the PC format has neverment gone bannedaway; Chinese video game is now consoles the most in popular2000, a language on majorwhich video lasted game for platform 15 years Steam, according to PC Gamer. Sense: A Cyberpunk Ghost Story Reacting to this, platforms like Steam host games like Chinese Parents and The Scrolls of Taiwu, only heightening the appetite when it is, in fact, not) takes the player through a terrifying that gamers, and game developers, have for the increasingly lu- worldThis game, that mixesmade incyberpunk 2.5D format and (in mythology. order to appearDeveloped to be by 3D Toge - crative market. Below, we highlight five games that we think will Productions, the game’s official Twitter account places the ac prove to be smash hits in 2020. de facto detective, investigating technological glitches that have tion in Neo-Hong Kong. Players take the role of Mei Lin Mak, a - inginfected a ton Neo-Hong of hype for Kong. the unique She must scope break of the a family story curseand gorgeous in order visuals,to fix the and spooky is set real-world to be released glitches. later The this game year onhas a beenvariety receiv of
Switch and Xbox One. platforms and consoles, including Windows PC, Mac, Nintendo To learn more, scan the QR code below:
Luna: The Shadow Dust Set for release in February of this year, this long-awaited release, developed by Lantern Studio and published by Coconut Island Games, has already received awards for its music and artwork. After gaining global recognition for the excellent Chinese Parents,
a fabulously long lifespan on Steam, Coconut Island Games is awhich company was releasedto watch. back Luna: in The the Shadowmiddle ofDust 2018, is just but one has of enjoyed the games that it has slated for release this year, alongside Rascal Fight A Perfect Day,
gorgeous, a “fun visuals, and exciting while gameplay fighting game,”is wordless; and a young boy and hiswhich companion rewinds maketo 1990s their China. way throughThe point-and-click an adventure game inspired has by games of old.
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Sands of Salzaar This surprise (read: under-the-radar) hit was released on January 3 through Steam, and quickly climbed to the top of the week’s
under a week. Developed and published by Han-Squirrel Studio, basedbest sellers out of on Shenzhen, the gaming Sands platform, of Salzaar selling is an 50,000 open-world copies fanin - tasy game that takes place in a desert, with players tasked with recruiting a variety of characters to shape the future of their world. Reviews of the game have been largely positive; gamers and media outlets have been impressed by its ambitious scope, which takes place across an unfolding world, with large battle sequences.
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Wanba Warriors The Rewinder - ersNow using for something blobby characters a little bit holding different. calligraphy This super ink zany brushes fighting to Taking China’s reinvigorated mania for mythology and packag- defeatgame is their based opponents. around the Purported idea of calligraphy to make use combat, of bizarre with swing fight mechanics, and with characters capable of harnessing incredible made this 2D side-scrolling point-and-click game, The Rewinder. supernatural abilities, this game sounds like a blast. It also sup- Artworking it in game for the format, game indiehas already developer been Misty called Mountain gorgeous Studio by a num has - ports local multiplayer mode so you can battle with or against your friends. Developed by game company BigYu, a demo for The Rewinder should appeal Wanba Warriors - tober fans of media of animation outlets. and Due mythology to come out alike. in 2020 Taking on onSteam the role(though of a speciala specific agent, date gamers hasn’t been are tasked assigned), with interacting with monsters folks who brought was us releasedthe super-weird in mid-2019, Candleman with the, is alsofull game behind ex and deities and helping spirits to achieve a rebirth and to return publishingpected to drop for this in 2020. one. Beijing-based Zodiac Interactive, the same to the living world.
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TURN ON YOUR RADIO Co-founder of HKCR Gavin Wong Talks About Building Communities By Bryan Grogan
e’ve been covering online radio we really need this kind of tool to convene the location. We’re very appreciative to ACO more and more recently, as a broader ideas and connect with other people who show us massive support in our project. Wnumber of new stations crop up locally and globally. When it comes to the music side of things, There’s quite a bit of equipment and other how do you decide on what international around Greater China. One of the first to get - stuff to take care of. How are you funded? acts or China-based acts you like to have holdoff the for ground underground was Hong music Kong in Communitythe Fragrant on the show? Radio (HKCR), which has been a vital strong We don’t receive any funding at the mo- ment. Davy Law and I bought everything. We I try to not dictate who’s going to come in and started out with a webcam and a borrowed who’s not. The station is obviously AbsurdHarbor sinceTrax, and2016. Davy Founded Law, who by Gavin runs Wong,anoth- the mind behind essential Hong Kong label CDJ in a corner of a friend’s leather jacket not about a single musical style or idea; most shop (shout out to Oldies Leather Jacket). We people who came around before were people kept the setup mobile so we could stream in who got in touch with us to ask if we could er excellent Hong Kong-based label, Neoncity- different spaces (we streamed at a bookshop, host them for an hour on the radio stream. gion.Records, We spokeHKCR hasto Wong become about one the of station.the most important music outlets in the Asia Pacific re a clothing shop, my friend’s cha chaan teng They may or may not know anyone here, so and so on). we facilitate as a connecting hub for travel- When and why did you start HKCR? Eventually we invested in a CDJ (digital ers and locals. We try to accommodate the - music player for DJing) and found all the best we can, but obviously due to the afore- ture so amazing when I was studying in the other pieces by scavenging through second- mentioned limitations we can’t really take We started out in late 2016. I found radio cul hand recording gear and leftover furniture. everyone. new here, I don’t think there was an online Of course, from time to time we receive help radioUK. Even that though was solely pirate dedicated radio isn’t to musicsomething shar - from the community as well. The station gives a platform for crea- ing. We moved into the Foo Tak Building two tives in Hong Kong to express themselves I wanted to create a platform that is dedi- years ago. The rent is at a remarkably dis- through music. What kind of feedback do cated to people in music, primarily because counted rate, which is amazing considering you get from musicians and producers to
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sets/appearances on talk shows? To be honest, you can’t really be sure of how feedback is most of the time. I hope we don’t have haters. [Laughs.] I hope to show people a timeline of something in the making, a com- munity of some sort that is naturally coming together. I don’t want to micromanage or cultivate an image of mine, but I think in a way there’s still a lot to be desired in terms of the produc- tion quality. It’s an interesting time in music now because it’s very visual too, so we need to constantly take care of the visual depart- ment. That being said, I think people appreci- ate it’s an amateur project that is something this aspect and how to get the best of both worlds.to be treasured. We are always reflecting on
You guys have been recognized at Mixcloud awards for online radio stations. Have these awards helped you guys to but there’s no way for them to intersect with grow the awareness of your platform? each other, and that makes the scene into an I think so, but that kind of awareness is still “I proposed to all the community echo chamber of sorts, with evolution often within the ‘circle.’ I think our job is to get stalled. more people outside the circle to be aware radios to work on a compilation of us. many people still have the general consensus together, there is a limitless thatIt’s independent pretty disappointing music means in 2020bands that playing Can you talk a bit about the underground guitars, or electronic music means people community in Hong Kong? amount of things we can all work pushing buttons and twisting knobs. People need to radicalize their way of thinking about I think the underground community is very on. Hopefully in 2020 we can cross music before any changes happen, rethinking insulated from everywhere else in a way. how we should relate to music; we can’t just Just talking about music releases, they are so paths a bit more” think of it as someone who produces a con- infrequently put out. Everything is very de- sumable product for another person to buy. centralized, so there are many small circles, HKCR is connected to Absurd Trax, both of which you help manage. Is there any crossover between the two entities? To be honest, I try to segregate both as much as possible. But I always welcome my label
ownmates tastes; to go Ion want HKCR it to if bethey anything, want to withuse the me justplatform. as a person I don’t facilitating want HKCR that. to reflect Of course, my in real terms it’s very hard to completely avoid
Youmy influences have co-operated in the station with programming. Shanghai Community Radio in the past – is that something that you are interested in doing more of?
I proposed to all the community radios that weWe workdefinitely on a wantcompilation to do more together. stuff together;There is a limitless amount of things we can all work
bit more. on. Hopefully in 2020 we can cross paths a
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Cutting Edge Nightspots Around China By Bryan Grogan Shanghai is ostensibly the home of experimental electronic tastesmusic within in theChina. country With andexcellent perceptions labels likeof the SVBKVLT, Chinese Genome music scene6.66mbp, around the Eating globe. Music At the and center more, of the the city city’s is helping vibrant tomusic guide scene are clubs like ALL, Elevator and Dada (until last month). Acting as incubators and meeting points for Chinese kids with strange tastes, these clubs have been integral in growing the city’s music scene, while pointing towards social change and growing acceptance of urban subcultures as a whole. With interest in weird
clubs in four major Chinese cities outside of Shanghai. music growing, we take a look at some of the more influential
Shenzhen The papa of the Shenzhen scene is by far and away Oil. The best club in the Southeast of China, by our estimation, Oil has been operating for just over two years out of a side-street in the city’s central Chegongmiao area. In the course of the club’s life, it has
recently, British drum and bass legend Fabio – for its atmosphere andreceived sound numerous quality. shout-outs – by the likes of Kode9 and, more In neighboring Nanshan district, Vinylhouse offers a space for those more house-inclined, in the form of a cocktail bar slash vinyl record store slash music space. Run by a group of co-founders, including Polish DJ and producer Tomasz Guiddo, the venue provides invaluable space for the growing number of house and techno DJs in the seaside city.
Chengdu Hangzhou One of the most turbulent cities on this list, just like Shanghai Buoyed by the rise of experimental electronic group FunctionLab, and Beijing, Chengdu has gone through waves of closures. Yet the as well as the presence of a large contingent of experimentally city’s underground electronic scene continues to grow. TAG is minded creatives from China Academy of Art, Hangzhou has been at the center of it all, taking inspiration from clubs in Berlin and building itself as a home of weird, cutting edge sounds. Loopy, Amsterdam, and acting as a prime landing spot for the best inter- based at the end of a deserted corridor of shops, is the center national electronic acts. point for a lot of what is good musically in the city. Right next door to Loopy, video artist and leader of the irrev- hosted friends of That’s More recently, local DJ Postunk opened Cue, which has already such as Eating Music, Bl1nk and Yikii. mini-exhibition space called The fART (we’ll bypass our urge for planning to start a community radio station in Chengdu until erent art group Martin Goya Business, Cheng Ran, has opened a Influential in the city’s electronic scene, Postunk was reportedly low-hanging jokes on that one), showing how important the night- life scene in Hangzhou is for bringing together creative minds. The folks behind that venue have also opened another, more centrally andhe got like-minded busy with contributors,Cue. That role who was launched filled by Kristen Chengdu Ng Community (aka located venue by the name Wulin, which boasts a special sound RadioKaishandao) in November and Aymen last year. Hajlaoui, Elsewhere, along withFunky a groupTown hasof friends crafted system, but is still in the early stages of taking shape. drag night. a diverse range of events and interests, including their first-ever
34 | SZ | FEBRUARY 2020 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM CHINA Three New Homegrown Albums on Our Radar This Month MUSIC CORNER By Bryan Grogan
The Sound of Walking: Hexi Corridor by Namu Label - bums to listen to, this album is based around the sounds you might encounter in the Hexi Corridor, an importantHaving been historical recognized trade by route the Chinese in Gansu Golden province. Melody The AwardsSound of as Walking one of 100 shines recommended a light on the 2019 musi al- cal stylings of minority cultures living in the area, taking stock of their fascinating intangible cultural qualities. The album opens with the aptly named ‘Intro’ from Beijing-based American producer and multi-instrumentalist thruoutin. Playing and interspersing the sound of birds, wind, percussion and a peculiarly tough, thick stringed instrument with magic editing skills, the track does exactly what it says on the tin, preparing us for what is coming next. The album is diverse, with six different musi-
- cians entering the foray throughout its 10-track run. The guttural and sparse Chinese singing style on womanWang Yue’s from ‘Xian the YuguXiao•Kaipian minority Ci’ are contrasts placed within greatly gorgeously with the more edited atmospheric, ambience to vast create spatial charac veryteristics forgiving, of Bai Jinclean Hua. tracks. The latter’s contribution is markedly impressive, as the vocals of a 65-year-old
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Ruyi Lane by White Elephant Nanjing band White Elephant dropped their debut album, Ruyi Lane (named, for the record,
Ruyi Lane they open proceed- ingsafter with the red a slow, light taught district piano in the that capital plays of over Jiangsu the soundprovince), of conversation on Beijing-based and life. indie Spoken-word label Maybe vocalsMars. While and a thespine-tingling, band began high-pitched life with a more and raucous high-paced sound, guitar on enters on the second track,
‘Mouth.’ The record continues to be a slow-boiling, atmospheric, almost ambient piece, with Kaliening’s spoken-word vocals acting as a metronome of sorts, narrating the action while thekeeping guitars the begin music to centered swirl around, and steady. plucking ‘Mrs and Tang, strumming Please Dance unorthodox for Me Again’sounds takes the already intoslow the pace air. and introduces a violin before Kaliening’s vocal becomes faster, more irritated and
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Extinct Melodies From The Canto Club by Fauve Records to raise enough funds to begin their own label. With the station seemingly taking a back seat to Having begun life as an online radio station based out of Hong Kong, the Fauve collective managedExtinct Melodies From The Jungle Zone and the second by the name of Extinct Melodies From The Canto Clubreleases. Both on are the retrospectives label, Fauve Records of sorts, have with already the latter released focusing a pair on aof bygone records, era the of first “party called people with shoulder pads, big hair, white Rolls-Royces, panama hats” in the Fragrant Harbor. We get off the ground with Romain Fx’s super funky edit of a Cantonese track called ‘Big Ball.’ There’s much to love on this opener, a tight, infectious rhythm with what sounds like cowbells surrounding the soaked pop given a house makeover, an excellent tribute to the legacy of disco-infused Cantopop. Closingfemale Cantonese out the record vocalist. with Midnight a trio of RomainRunners’ Fx edit edits, of ‘Dothis it album For Love’ is the enters ideal next,party and starter: it is piano- tropical, fun and funky.
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THE FUTURE SOUND OF CHINA The Conflicting Tides of Digital Streaming and Live Music
By Bryan Grogan onsumption of digital music in China is growing rapidly. Streaming site Tencent Music Cclaims to have reached 800 million users, while Netease puts its number of users at around the 600 million mark. Both have raised huge sums of funding in the past few years, helping to drive consumption of music in digital spaces. But what does this mean for the live music industry? As more promoters, festivals and live music venues enter the fray, along with increasing investment from the government, it has become more and more obvious that the number of Chinese music fans willing to head to Images courtesy of Split Works live shows is not rising nearly as fast as investment into the live music market might suppose. 37 38
Swimming with the Stream
n the past few years, the explosive growth of music streaming investment in China has caused the music industry as Ia whole to boom. The country’s cultural power brokers have taken notice, investing label and artist time into music and video streaming sites. With giant Chinese conglomerates like Tencent and Wanda having invested heavily in the global film industry for years, music seems like the next step for the most populous country in the world. It was recently announced that Tencent Holdings will buy a 10% stake in the world’s biggest record label, Universal Music Group (and are reserving the right to buy another 10% by mid-January 2021). This comes after Tencent Holdings’ subsidiary Tencent Music raised USD1.1 billion in its US initial public offering (IPO) at the end of 2018. “We have seen Chinese investment
Images courtesy of Split Works going into the film industry for a while For musicians, the ease of access now,” says Philipp Grefer, co-founder that mobile apps afford is a great boon, of Fake Music Media, which represents allowing listeners to tune in to a new or Chinese rock bands The Hormones and recommended album on the subway to Nova Heart. “I think what is new is that, and from work, and the exposure from now, China is not only taking center stage these platforms is proving to be extremely in trade deals or geopolitical maneuvering, helpful in getting the word out about their but is also taking a more assertive role in music. the international entertainment industry, “So far, we have had great responses and the music business is the newest on Netease, Xiami and Apple Music,” say addition to that.” Xu Bo and Zhao Yue, CEO and COO of indie The Tencent-Universal Music Group label Merrie Records. “Apple Music has deal is huge news for other reasons too; given our artist, Shii, special promo in their it points towards a future in which China Taiwan and Hong Kong stores and this has takes intellectual property (for which it has resulted in her tracks getting on the top had a pretty bad reputation on the global 100 iTunes list.” stage) more seriously, allowing musicians, In terms of the economics of the producers and labels to harness more industry, it is easy to get sucked into the money, contributing to the growth of the idea of more growth. But those working industry as a whole. Adding increased within music are aware that the market awareness of the need for strong IP now needs to take stock of itself, take laws, Tencent’s music streaming site is a look at fundamentals and focus on increasingly using paid models, gradually building steadily. getting audiences used to paying for their Grefer puts it plainly, “I don’t think music online, in the same way that sites that we necessarily need to accelerate the like Spotify have done in the West. growth but rather control it, regulate it and These paid models have allowed the create a healthy music ecosystem where global music industry to continue to grow every company plays its part and we don’t despite the drastic downturn in album have one dominant player.” sales, with more and more big-name artists putting their latest releases behind paywalls. The rate for these releases may be as little as RMB10 for an album, but the potential that conditioning audiences to buying music has for the Chinese market TOP 10 MUSIC is huge. MARKETS GLOBALLY One of Spotify’s most important features is the playlist portion of the app, 1. USA 6. South Korea while the recommended artists section has 2. Japan 7. China Image courtesy of Fake Music Media been revolutionary. Chinese apps are doing 3. UK 8. Australia similar things, though they’ve also adopted 4. Germany 9. Canada what you could call a ‘social media method’ of inserting and promulgating the 5. France 10. Brazil use of articles, charts and banner headlines Source: IFPI Global Music Report 2019 I don't think that we for new artists, which are proving to act as necessarily need to fantastic promotional tools. accelerate the growth but rather control it, regulate it and create a healthy music ecosystem where every company plays its part and we don't have one dominant player 39
Image courtesy of Split Works 40 When we're planning a tour now, if you compare our targets to, say, three years ago, you can do a really shit-hot job. You can really create quite a compelling campaign around a release that, three or four years ago, would have been unfathomable
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t is undeniably hard to avoid the topic album for 2020. unique brands and identities early on. of money when discussing music labels At the same time as mega-labels seek Thus far, they have divided themselves in China. While smaller local crews to corner the markets that various rising into three different labels. Merrie Records Ilike SVBKVLT, Do Hits, Ran Music and genres offer, smaller, independent labels will continue to cover indie pop (with Genome 6.66mbp have captured local and are securing funding for their larger electronic elements) and indie rock. global imagination, the larger music labels aspirations. One of the most encouraging Little Soul will cover experimental music have been trying hard to keep up with the stories from 2019 was the news that and is run by Zhu Wenbo, the influential cool club kids. alternative music label Merrie Records, founder of a Beijing institution from a Taihe Music Group – which picked created by the team behind D-Force previous era, weekly experimental music up storied rock label Maybe Mars back Records, had found a solid investor to put performance Zoomin Nights. And new in 2017, Mintone Records (Mingtang) in money into their vision. sublabel Captcha will release music coming 2018 and operates indie label Ruby Eye The label, which brings together some out of the underground club and electronic Records – launched their own electronic of the stalwarts of the Chinese music scene, scene. Captcha is set to be run by Wang music label and distributor, E-Werk, at the has quickly set out a number of impressive Changchun, who releases music under the end of 2019, seeking, it seems, to enter the initiatives. On the one hand, they have name ayrtbh, known widely for creating underground club market. been quick to open up the label into glitchy, electronic music. Elsewhere, one of the country’s major subcategories or sublabels. That move is Another of Merrie Records’ significant labels, Cao Tai, has also dipped its toes based on their experience running D-Force moves was the founding of Pelican Music into the electronic market with the launch Records, which covered a wide range Academy, which has already released a of sublabel Crater Records. While Crater of music, but was largely seen as being guidebook for beginners entering the has been largely inactive over the past inclined towards indie rock or indietronica. music industry. The aim is for Pelican to act year, they have signed new artists and are With Merrie Records, the folks behind the as a business school. looking at the release of a new compilation label are aware of the need to establish “We think young artists need help with Images courtesy of gui
CULTURAL INTERCONNECTIVITY
One of the major trends in the club academic turn of electronic music.” music scene in China has seen creatives One of the more impressive artists from a variety of visual industries getting in this realm is 33EMYBW. A visual professional skills,” Merrie Records’ CEO Xu involved, leading to a crossover of artist and fashion designer as well as Bo and COO Zhao Yue explain. “Things like mediums, establishing clubs as centers of a musician, her recent works seem to how to run your own social media, how to culture. In Hangzhou, locally-based video guide the listener through a narrative work with streaming platforms and with artist Cheng Ran has set up The fART, an story, based around ideas of the future brands, how to book and promote your exhibition space devoted to the work and humanity’s role in it. While her own shows and more.” of his collective, Martin Goya Business, music fits within the club, it also feels As the number of outlets for musicians right next door to Loopy, the nucleus for like a story, an idea or a concept. Labels to reach new fans grows, with the right underground club music in Hangzhou. all over China have been publishing advice musicians can earn a living off In Beijing, M. Woods became the first works that tend to fit with what has been their music alone, something that, for museum in the world to open its own labeled as conceptronica by Pitchfork, many young artists, might have been dedicated club space, guī. with Echoloop, SVBKVLT and Genome unimaginable just a few years ago. Tom Mouna, who is taking the lead 6.66mbp all giving space for artists to Ross Miles, booking agent as well on guī, speaks about the increasing experiment. as promoter and manager of Chinese interconnection of art and music in electronic musicians like Howie Lee China over the past decade, “I think it’s Scan the QR code to listen to and Scintii, speaks to the idea that the something that has been prevalent in 33EMYBW’s album ‘Arthropods’ infrastructure for music in China has grown China for a while, with clubs like ALL tremendously: “When we’re planning a [in Shanghai] and OIL [in Shenzhen], as tour now, if you compare our targets to, well as promoters like Asian Dope Boys, 41 say, three years ago, you can do a really and an overall greater emphasis on the shit-hot job now,” he says. “You can really originality and progressiveness of club create quite a compelling campaign night posters and visuals. It’s definitely around a release that, three or four years not something that is unique to China, ago, would have been unfathomable.” and perhaps is connected to an overall 42
Rise of the Talent Show eturning to the mainstream, there genre. It also seems to have provided the are certain aspects of the industry impetus for large TV streaming companies that uphold, but also threaten to use the same model for different niches Ryoung artists within the music of music; iQiyi quickly brought the format business. Over the last few months of to indie music with The Big Band. 2019 and continuing on into 2020, TV RADII’s Culture Editor Josh Feola has talent show The Big Band has been putting been outspoken in his skepticism of how on performances at music venues and beneficial the talent show format truly is live houses around the country, bringing for artists: together young bands for a talent concert “My attitude about the most recent Images courtesy of Split Works of sorts in the style of a ‘battle of the developments in the Chinese music bands.’ The winning bands from this group industry, and where it will go next, is of shows gain the opportunity to take part somewhere between cautious optimism in the second season of The Big Band, to and skepticism. It hasn’t yet crossed into perform at festivals and have the chance to worry, or full-blown cynicism, but let’s see sign with Taihe Music Group. what happens in 2020. The talent show format is not new. “I still hold out hope that there will Music shows have been around for years, be artists who bypass the talent show with artists like Yunggiema and Hanggai system and use the older and more getting breaks into the mainstream on traditional methods that have sustained shows like Chinese Idol and Sing My the underground scene from the ’90s to Song. Recently, however, more refined now: independent labels, small venues, and focused shows have been working grassroots organization, DIY operations.” at breaking scenes open for the general One of the downsides of the talent public in China. show format is that bands and artists A prime example is Rap of China, which are being white-washed, or having their brought young rappers and musicians like image toned down in order to appear on PG One, Gai, Wang Yitai, Lexie Liu and the show. Artists who have appeared on more to fame. The show has undoubtedly The Big Band have complained the show’s been good for the growth of the rap scene, producers decide on outfits and band bringing a huge new fan base to the narratives. That proves problematic for 3 NICHE TALENT SHOWS The expansion of musical tastes within the mainstream has caught the attention of large video streaming companies acts that have been operating with their throughout the country, with a trio of own identities within the indie scene for niche talent shows taking China by storm decades. over the latter part of the last decade. On the other side of that argument, bands that have been active on local scenes for years stand to finally gain a RAP OF CHINA larger audience, leading to commercial The original ‘niche’ music talent show, opportunities with brands and shows at Rap of China was a smash hit, and could huge stadiums like the Mercedes-Benz even be termed revolutionary. Seen as the Arena in Shanghai. It remains to be seen, catalyst for the launch of Kris Wu’s global however, whether this popularity is appeal, the show was, on the one hand, sustainable, or if it is merely a flash in the a fantastically effective marketing tool pan. for Wu’s career, but also helped to bring “The more potentially useful function the music of Wang Yitai, Gai, PG One and of the platform created by The Big Band others to the mainstream. and other shows will be to train an audience – this is who ultimately will support young bands in the long run,” RAVE NOW says Feola. “But it’s not clear to me that With big names like Alan Walker and the viewers of these shows will be repeat Lay Zhang involved with this EDM-based customers or directly support bands by show, and with the market seeming to be buying music, merch or concert tickets.” expanding endlessly for the high-octane musical genre, this show shone a light on upcoming electronic musicians, while also setting the scene for Lay Zhang’s entry into the global music market via collaborations with Walker and, later, Jason DeRulo. THE BIG BAND Initially drafting three mega labels, Taihe Music, Modern Sky and Cao Tai – as well as music distributor Street Voice – to provide artists for the show, The Big Band proved to be wildly popular with Chinese audiences, helping to introduce a number of rock bands, who had slogged away playing underground venues for years, to music fans. The likes of Hedgehog, New Pants and Miserable Faith saw a breakthrough, leading to endorsement deals and a boom in audience numbers at live shows.
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Live and Kicking?
he general impression around the live music scene going into 2020 is somewhat bleak, with venues Tcontinuing to close. One of those is Dada Shanghai, which shut its doors after more than a decade of operation, due to the condemnation of the building in which it was located. While it’s not necessarily a surprise, given that the best of the city’s underground venues – like Elevator and Shelter – have been forced to move or close completely over the past couple of years, it begs the question as to why important cultural venues seem to lack protection in an age of continuous urban redevelopment. The situation up north is similarly bleak, with much dismay at long-running Beijing venue Yugong Yishan officially shutting its doors in early 2019. At the same time, the Beijing government started the new decade by declaring its intention to become an “international capital of music,” with a music and related industries revenue goal of RMB120 billion by 2025. To realize this, Images courtesy of Split Works they have pledged to set up a special fund for the industry, build live music establishments, music towns, music likes getting together and listening to whenever anything looks like it could be industrial parks and encourage original music, everywhere in the world, so it’s profitable or interesting, all the dumb music with subsidies. It will also build a big going to work here as well.” money in China piles in. Suddenly, what data platform for online music and protect Fostering a culture of live music in was a thin emerging marketplace became music copyrights, according to their China, Split Works got to the point where completely unsustainable for everyone.” guidelines. they felt they were going to pull it off. Split Works’ Concrete & Grass Festival That announcement has been met Then big international festivals with big had proven to be a favorite among music with skepticism from music watchers and money began to enter China, increasing fans over the past few years. However, promoters around the country, who are competition for space in the market and they were forced to cancel the festival last unsure of how investment in AI, music data raising the price tag of headlining acts. year, after what Hamilton describes as a banks and music compounds will benefit “We fought hard for nearly a decade, very difficult 2018. His feelings about the local music scenes. and then suddenly EDM came in hard industry in China reflect those of Philipp Archie Hamilton, co-founder of music and some of the bigger companies got Grefer – viewing this moment in time as company Split Works, was one of the first massive, massive amounts of sponsorship the perfect opportunity to take stock and to put on a music festival in China back in and investment. We did our own deals, reflect on what the future holds. 2007. managed to secure some investment and Moving forward, Split Works is going “For the first six or seven years, decent sponsorship over the years. But, back to its roots, putting on more even- everyone was saying, ‘You’re barking up like anything in China, the market just keeled tours and shows, while looking for the wrong fucking tree,’” says Hamilton. saturated itself,” Hamilton says. new and interesting ideas for their events, “But we were absolutely convinced that “At a certain point it looked like you rather than focusing on big, headliner- humans are humans. Ultimately, everyone could make money out of festivals, but, based music festivals. 40 YEARS This trend again speaks to the power of streaming and listening to favorite YOUNG artists online, with audiences growing When it comes to music in China, most of increasingly savvy about underground the current trends have had, at most, no music; with the ease of access to music more than 40 years to develop. growing, tastes have developed. Looking back, 1978 was a very fruitful “It’s that kind of scene building versus time for experimental, alternative forms of running a business, and unfortunately music around the world: Brian Eno released those two things don’t always align very the album Ambient 1: Music for Airports, the well,” says Miles. “Having a club with 150 first to be explicitly created under the label predominantly Chinese kids in is great ‘ambient music’; Kraftwerk released their for your legacy creatively or otherwise, iconic album The Man-Machine, refining but if you’re looking to run a business their mechanical style; and Talking Heads with relatively high rent and labor costs released More Songs About Buildings and involved, you’ve got to sell tickets and sell Food, the first in a trio of experimental and drinks. Often, you’re just about selling critically acclaimed releases. tickets and you don’t sell very many drinks. Things were not so fruitful in China. How do you wed those things together? Up until that point, styles like Cantopop, That’s what everyone’s trying to figure out Mandopop and Northwest Wind had right now.” dominated. Then, in 1979, a group of Taking stock of the Chinese music In terms of the club-based music scene, foreign workers based in Beijing called The industry as we enter a new decade, then, Ross Miles says that promoters are also Peking All Stars became the first rock band all is not necessarily well. On the one taking a step back to reconsider how to in China. hand, we see the market for digital music get people to go out and party. Miles, who Fast forward to 1984 and the ‘Father booming. On the other, the ailing health has worked in promotion in China for the of Chinese Rock,’ Cui Jian, formed his first of an increasingly competitive live music better part of the past decade, speaks to band, Qi He Ban, influenced by the likes industry has its main players worried about the shrinking number of fans at Shanghai of The Beatles and Talking Heads. Western what the future will hold. clubs on any given weekend. influences had started to enter the country; Will increased streaming give rise “When I first moved to Shanghai in Cui was one of a number of music fans to increased musical knowledge and 2012, we did our first party at Shelter. Back who gained access to Western music via larger fan bases for a variety of genres? then, Shelter was going through quite a the importation of illicit records by acts like Or will kids be disinclined to go to a green patch. A good night at Shelter then Simon and Garfunkel and John Denver. He live show when they can just listen to would have 350 people,” says Miles. “Now, shot to fame in 1986 after performing at their favorite artist online? Does the a good night at ALL is half that, or less Beijing Worker’s Stadium, and China’s rock increased involvement of government in than half that. You look at the numbers music scene began to lift off, the development of live music promise and notice there’s a drop off. But then, you In the mid-’90s, music crept further into sustenance for upcoming artists? Time look at the audience and you see – not just underground spaces, with bands like Brain most certainly will tell, but, as of now, at ALL, but at Elevator now and 44KW as Failure introducing punk music to kids, and for those who care about the growth of well – a dedicated audience who are really summing up the boredom felt by the middle a vibrant musical culture in China, more plugged into that particular club or that class. Around the same time, rap music money means more problems. particular scene.” began to take hold as acts like the group Lazy Mutha Fucka from Hong Kong and MC Hotdog out of Taiwan made waves.
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his Valentine's Day, why not turn it up a notch and indulge in some sensual aph- rodisiacs with your partner. Egg yolk, cinnamon, ginger, bananas, honey, pome- Tgranates, caviar and of course, oysters have all been linked to increased sexual desire. Here are some restaurants serving food to get you in the mood.
Life on Mars Bubble Bobble Cinnamon and dry pink grapefruit pair with a duo of smoky and fruity scotches. Hibiscus flower adds a sweet floral angle and its crowned with a bubble filled with applewood smoke. Pop it!
RMB108
Unit 103, 1/F, A1 Building, North Area, Oct Loft, Xiangshan Dong Jie, Nanshan District 南山区香山东街华侨城创意园北园A1栋首层 103号店铺
Shaugnessy Steakhouse Kusshi Oysters
RMB68 for one piece, RMB398 for half a dozen, RMB698 for a dozen
Shop 10-11, 1/F, China Chuneng Building, Keyuan Lu, Nanshan District 南山区科苑路中国储能大厦负 一楼10-11号
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V.O. Lounge Sautéed winter sweet Chinese flowering cabbage, Amur Beluga caviar, clam and chicken rice sauce
This dish is included in a 13-course tasting menu which costs RMB1,588 per person.
Baked Steamed Buns with Amur Beluga Caviar
RMB288/488/1088 10g/20g/50g
Shop L2-S209, UpperHills, 5001 Huanggang Lu, Futian District 福田 区皇岗路5001号深业上城(南区)L2层S209铺
Auvers Granola with seasonal fruits, herbs, passion fruit yo- gurt, brandy snap and truffle honey
RMB68
L154A, East Block, One Avenue Mall, Fuhua Lu, Futian District 福田 区福华路深圳中心One Avenue商场东区L154A
Godiva Box of assorted chocolates, six pieces
RMB290
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ENSUE Farm-to-Table Fusion By Phoebe Kut
The Place For a Michelin-level gastronomic jour- ney, look no further than Ensue, which
Shangri-La. This farm-to-table concept comesis perched from on Californian the top floor chef of Chris the Futian Kostow and his talented team. Chef Kostow is one the youngest chefs in the US to receive three Michelin stars and has maintained the honor since. The menu at Ensue pays respect to local products and the unique palate and culinary traditions of South China. We had the delightful opportunity to sample Ensue’s 13-course tasting menu, which comes priced at RMB1,888 per person.
The Food The restaurant’s unique ingredients are sourced from all over China, from places like Shunde, Xinjiang, Dalian and beyond, keeping in line with the farm-to-table ethos. foie gras and tea course. The presenta- tionOne is impeccable, of our favorite with first foie bites gras servedis the on a golden plate, a slice of brioche bread tucked in a napkin and a cup of tea freshly
brewed tableside by our server to wash it all down. The Vibe The friendly bilingual servers kindly ex- There is never a moment we aren’t cared for by plain each course and where the ingredients our attentive servers. Water and wine topped are sourced from. The tasting menu follows up and crumbs dusted off the table after each
During our dinner, there are two types dining and a truly gastronomic experience, ofthe caviar seasons served to ensure to showcase the freshest the quality of finds. of Ensuecourse. is If among you’re yourlooking top for choices. the pinnacle of fine The Californian vibe is apparent as you caviar from Qingdao Lake, which is served make your way to the food-prep area. The traditional-styleChinese salt-cured on roe. a small The blini.first isLater beluga in open concept white-tiled kitchen has fresh the evening, Ossetra caviar from Chengdu herbs growing by the windows, and is bus- is presented in a beautiful, small, iridescent tling with energy and young talent. To evoke a jar, layered onto sweet corn from their farm feeling of the California mountains at twilight, along with sturgeon bone marrow jelly and smoked sturgeon glaze. The contrast of the and warm tones, perfect for an intimate and subtle sweetness from the corn balances out unforgettablethe dining room dining is outfitted experience. in rich leather the saltiness of the caviar. There are critics who claim that you can Price: RMB1,888 for the 13-course tasting judge the quality of a restaurant by their menu Who’s going: Michelin hunters, adventurous not disappoint. The poultry, which is organic palates chicken and Ensue’s chicken definitely does Good for: intimate dinners, expanding your comes baked in a sourdough loaf. Our server carvesand fed the a strict bread diet at theof sunflower table and seeds,serves Nearest metro: Shopping Park (Exit A), 8 us some of the juiciest chicken we’ve ever minutes’culinary horizons,walk organic fine dining tasted. Pieces of sourdough were also left for soaking up the chicken jus. Open Tue-Sun, 5.30-11pm. 40-41/F, Futian Shangri-La Hotel, 4088 Yitian Lu, Futian District 福田区益田路4088 号福田香格里拉大酒店40-41楼 (188 2343 7333)
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V.O. LOUNGE Tea-Infused Tipples Although the food menu is only in get a sense of from the warm beams of By Phoebe Kut Chinese, the drinks menu is bilingual so light streaming from the faux skylight. there won’t be a problem when choosing Art, food, drink and music combine to your beverages. V.O. Lounge’s specialty are form a tranquil and complete dining Known for their innovative and organic Asian their innovative cocktails, which infuse experience. Chef Rosetta, who designs fusion cuisine, Voisin Organique has moved premium organic Chinese tea with your fa- the menu and cocktails, also curates the from its old location to a sleek new space nes- vorite spirits. One cocktail that stood out to music. tled in UpperHills. The move has allowed for Peaceful tinkles of xylophones an upsizing of the bar, which has been aptly sake, jasmine silver needle white tea and and lush sounds of clacking cups named V.O. Lounge. Before our visit, we were us was Quietly Elegant (RMB108): Japanese- add to the ambience and sur- expecting the bar to be drinks-focused and round the space with a sense of zen. For an leave us wanting on the food front, but were andorange smooth. flower No water strong are notes combined of alcohol to cre or pleasantly surprised when we arrived. sweetnessate a floral, overpower mellow drink the that drink. is refreshing As V.O. Lounge shares the same kitchen as If gin is your preferred spirit, try fromevening the of chaotic refined pace cocktails of Shenzhen and fusion life. fare, Voisin Organique, there are an endless array Giardino Della Melagrana (RMB108), a this is the perfect date night spot – an escape of small plates to choose from. We started off seasonal cocktail paired with dahongpao (a Price: RMB300 type of oolong tea), osmanthus and pome- Who’s going: art appreciators, couples granate served in a coupe glass. Lastly, for Good for: tea-infused cocktails, fusion small lestwith they foie turngras-filled soggy. egg rolls (RMB38), which, the ladies, Sunset Clouds (RMB108) is a bites whileMust-try delicious, snacks need include to be eaten the spicy promptly fried – deep pink concoction of English black tea, Nearest metro: Lianhua North (Exit A2), 20 chicken wings (RMB68) and the char siu rice lemon, pumpkin, ginger and shiso gin that is minutes’ walk (RMB188). All chicken is sourced from their tart and sweet in nature. own organic free-range farm in Huizhou. The impressive interior (which is an Open daily, 5.30pm-2am. Shop L2-S209, UpperHills, What’s more, the staff swear that eggs are 5001 Huanggang Lu, Futian District 福田区皇岗路5001 art piece in itself) is inspired by Antelope only laid when the chickens are happy. 号深业上城(南区)L2层S209铺 (133 2298 7869) Canyon in Arizona, which you instantly
Options for meat include sliced rare we sipped on an iced coffee (RMB18) to M3 wagyu rib eye (RMB42) or meatballs round off the meal. BC PHO (RMB48). Su recommends not to throw the bean sprouts directly in the soup until Fresh Pho The Vibe the broth a slightly bitter taste. Instead, Su shows that he is a versatile restaurateur, By Phoebe Kut squirtyou’ve somefinished fresh the lime noodles all over as itthe may fragrant give with this modern hole-in-the-wall a stark bowl of noodles and don’t be shy to try any contrast to his upscale steakhouse. BC Pho is The Place of the accompanying sauces on the side. The casual, fun and the food is reasonably priced balance of sweet, salty, sour and hot in the for quality and hearty fare. Not far from MixC Intrigued by the name BC PHO, we decided soup was just right. If you like your pho mall, if you’re tired of the same pho haunts to stop by the month-old eatery for a lunch- with a bit of kick, try the sour ‘n’ spicy soup time visit. Upon entering the 14-seat space, base. worth checking out. we were greeted by the booming voices Apart from pho, the restaurant also (ahem, Pho Nam) then this shop is definitely serves delicious banh mi (RMB42) made Price: RMB78 North American touch. Could the owner with fresh buns courtesy of local bakery Who’s going: banh mi boys, the health- beof Jay-Zfrom andthe sameBiggie BC and (British an unquestionable Columbia), Chickadee. They’re stuffed to the brim conscious, hungover folk Canada from which this writer hails? We with your choice of meat, fresh herbs and Good for: later spoke to owner Calvin Su (also the Southeast Asia, savory Saigon snacks proprietor of Shaughnessy Steakhouse) who for lunch or a quick dinner. There are also Nearest metro: MSG-free Hi-Tech pho, Parkflavors (Exit of B), 9 smallpickled plates veggies like – their a great summer on-the-go rolls option (highly minutes’ walk Su remarked that his goal was to create a recommended), crispy spring rolls and fried simpleaffirmed shop the thathunch. “serves A proud awesome Vancouverite, pho.” chicken wings, which all are priced at a Open daily, 11am-2.30pm, 5.30-9pm. Shop 1-111, Building H, Dachong Dushi Huayuan, 55 Tonggu Lu, modest RMB28. In true Vietnamese fashion Nanshan District 南山区铜鼓路55号大冲都市花园H座 The Food 1-111 (3320 3357) At the end of the day, it all boils down to the broth. Any pho shop worth its salt needs to deliver on that front, and BC PHO does just that. For the soup base, we opted for the clear beef soup. The pho is prepared by Vietnamese chef Anthony Vu, who doesn’t utilize any syn- thetic MSG in his broth. Instead, he uses sa sung sa sung are dried marine sea worms.) , a natural substitute for MSG. (Fun fact:
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A NIGHT TO REMEMBER Four Spots to Drink and Dine this Valentine’s Day
They say that if you truly love someone, then every day is Valentine’s Day. We beg to differ, because, frankly, it’s not every day that you can attend romance-fueled events and take advantage of epic hotel deals. With this in mind, we’ve rounded up some of the most romantic spots to spend Valentine’s Day.
GRAND HYATT SHENZHEN
Make this Valentine’s Day special with your loved one at one of Grand Hyatt Shenzhen’s four scrumptious restaurants. Sip on Miraval rosé while enjoying a romantic dinner at Belle-Vue Grill, or indulge in a four-course authentic Italian set dinner at La Terrazza. If you prefer fresh seafood, a sumptuous buffet awaits at The Show Kitchen.
1881 Banan Nan Lu, Luohu District 罗湖区宝安南路1881号 深圳君悦酒店 (2218 7338)
PIPETTE FRENCH RESTAURANT
Nothing quite says ‘I love you’ like French fare. Celebrate this special day in style with InterContinental’s French restaurant Pipette, which will be beauti- fully decorated on Valentine’s Day. Enjoy live performances all night, setting the romantic mood for you and your partner. If you forgot to buy something special for the big day, don’t fret, because you’ll have the chance to win some amazing prizes in the lucky draws. The team at Pipette has carefully curated a sumptuous menu, which includes foie gras, shrimp, consomme, M7 Wagyu beef and halibut. Craving some extra privacy? The Wine Room (RMB11,529) or Latour Room (RMB19,691) are available for reservation, booking includes romantic decora- tions and a bottle of Dom Perignon or Chateau Latour 2000 Grand Cru Classe.
1/F Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts, 9009 Shennan Dadao, Nanshan District 南山区华侨 城深南大道9009洲际大酒店首层 (3399 3388 ext. 8581)
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WESTWOOD FIRE&SMOKE
Westwood is the first restaurant in Shenzhen to specialize in tender, slow roasted prime rib. Easily considered one of the best cuts of beef, prime rib is a type of classic roast beef made from the beef rib primal cut, usually roasted bone-in and served with a tasty re- duction called au jus, a sauce made from the drippings. Their impressive red wine collec- tion is sourced from all around the world and specially selected by the culinary team. Mark your calendars, because on Valentine’s Day the first 10 couples can enjoy free welcome drinks. Shop NL119, MixC World, 9668 Shennan Dadao, Nanshan District 南山区深南大道9668号华润万象天地 NL119铺 (8668 7399)
JW MARRIOTT HOTEL SHENZHEN BAO’AN
Who really wants to cook on Valentine’s Day? Let The Shenzhen Kitchen arrange a decadent seafood buffet which will available at lunch (RMB308/person) and dinnertime (RMB558/person, RMB999/couple). The Shenzhen Kitchen is a timeless yet contemporary all-day dining restau- rant with an outdoor terrace, offering authentic specialties from China, India, kitchens. Japan and Europe prepared in open 8 Baoxing Lu, Bao’an District 宝安区宝兴路8 号 (2323 8888)
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Int’l Large Screen Display Technology Exhibition
Two young Japanese guitarists, Yuki Matsui and Seiji Iguso, will be gracing Hou Live this month. Since his debut, Yuki has been widely praised and well-received by the YouTube community. Seiji has a more traditional academic upbringing and has won numerous awards. Together they will share the stage and showcase their talents, get ready for a rhythmic night! Sat Feb 22,7.30-9pm; RMB200-380. Hou Live, B112A, KK ONE Shopping Center, 9289 Binhe Dadao, Futian District 福田区滨河 大道9289号KK ONE购物中心负一层B112A (damai.cn)
Suchmos Rock It’s a lights extravaganza at this exhibition! The four-day event will feature screen display technol- ogy, audio-visual integrated system, LEDs and signage from more than 2,000 exhibitors, bringing an immersive experience to global buyers. The highlight of this year’s exhibition will be the intro- duction of six exhibition areas, each providing a display solution for various business scenarios: smart city, new retail, smart campus, pan entertainment, museum and digital cinema and security and information flow. Mon-Thu Feb 24-27, various times. Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center, 1 Zhancheng Lu, Bao’an District 宝安区展城路1号深圳国际会展中心 (isle.org.cn)
Inspired by a range of genres, including rock, jazz and BritCham GD Greater Bay Area Technology and Innovation Symposium hip hop, Suchmos will make their presence known when they arrive in Shenzhen this month to perform at B10. The Japanese band, formed in 2013, performed on the main stages of 14 music festivals last summer, giving fans a whole lot of rockin’ vibes. Tue Feb 11, 8.30pm; RMB280 presale, RMB380 at the door. B10 Live, North side of Building C2, North Area, OCT-Loft, Xiangshan Dong Jie, Nanshan District 南山区香山东街华侨城创意文化园北 区C2栋B10现场 (247tickets.com)
Swimming Tapes Indie
Swimming Tapes have had a clear agenda from day one. The band formed when four friends settled in London from Northern Ireland. Slow-burning instrumental sec- tions swoon alongside the rapid-fire pop songwriting that quickly won Swimming Tapes fans. Drawing on a range of musical influences, from the effortless summer melodies The long-awaited Greater Bay Area Symposium is back on February 17 at Bee+, with a focus on of The Beach Boys and Wild Nothing’s dreamy, shoegaz- those who would like to expand their business footprint in the Greater Bay Area. The main focus ing hue through to the interweaving guitar work of Real will be on the tech and innovation industry in Shenzhen, where there is a growing focus from in- Estate, the indie outfit formed the unmistakable sound vestors, governments and technologists. Hear speakers share their views on British business and of Swimming Tapes and self-released their debut single start-ups in GBA, acceleration through local subsidies, fintech growth in Hong Kong and navigat- ‘Souvenirs’ in March 2016. ing the ‘one country two systems’ philosophy. Contact [email protected] to register or for Sun Feb 8, 8.30pm; RMB120 presale, RMB150 at the door. B10 Live, more information. North side of Building C2, North Area, OCT-Loft, Xiangshan Dong Jie, Nanshan District 南山区香山东街华侨城创意文化园北区C2栋 Mon Feb 17, 1-6pm; RMB150 member, RMB400 nonmember. Bee+, Fortune Building, 88 Fuhua San Lu, Futian B10现场 (247tickets.com) District 福田区福华三路88号财富大厦Bee+ (020 8331 5013 ext. 607)
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Shenzhen Aviators Basketball
The theme of the 2019 Bi-City Biennale of Urbanism Architecture (UABB) is ‘Urban Interactions.’ The team of chief curators includes Architect and Director of MIT Senseable City Lab Carlo Ratti, CAE Academic Meng Jianmin and famous Catch the Shenzhen Aviators in action before the season is over! They’ll be going curator and art critic Fabio Cavallucci. The exhibition consists of two sections, head-to-head with opponents from Shanghai, Tongxi, Beijing, Qingdao and Jilin. namely ‘Eyes of the City’ and ‘Ascending City,’ which explore the evolving re- Last season, Shenzhen was ranked fourth, with 33 wins and 13 losses. lationship between urban space and technological innovation from different Shenzhen Universiade Center, 3001 Longxiang Dadao, Longgang District 龙岗区龙翔大 perspectives. 道3001号深圳市大运中心体育场 (damai.cn) Tue-Sun until Mar 8, 10am-6pm; free entry. Futian Railway Station, Fuzhong Lu, Futian District 福田区福中路福田地铁站 (szhkbiennale.org.cn)
From Mediterranean to China: Selections from Hirayama Ikuo Values of Design: China in the Making Exhibition Silk Road Museum Collections
This exhibition showcases cultural relics from ancient civilizations along the This exhibition focuses on seven values closely related to the development of Silk Road collected by Japanese artist Mr. Hirayama Ikuo. Items ranges from design history: performance, problem solving, materials, identity, communica- the Mediterranean area, Mesopotamia, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan and India. tion, cost and spectacle. Two questions are also explored: How do we measure Expect precious artifacts like painted Greek pottery, Greek sculptures, Roman the value of things? And how do these values in turn drive design develop- and Persian glassware, Persian gold and silver ware, gold and silver coins, ment? Central Asian tapestries, India Buddhist sculptures, as well as some of the Daily ongoing, 10am-7pm (Mon-Fri), 10am-9pm (Sat-Sun); RMB68. V&A Gallery, 1/F, Sea sketches drawn in Dunhuang by Mr. Hirayama. World Culture and Art Center, 1187 Wanghai Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District 南山区蛇口望 Tue-Sun until Mar 29, 10am-6pm; free entry. Shenzhen Museum, Section A, Shenzhen 海路1187号海上世界文化艺术中心1楼 (designsociety.cn) Citizen Center, 3 Fuzhong San Lu, Futian District 福田区福中3路深圳市民中心A区深圳博 物馆 (shenzhenmuseum.com)
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Chinese Spring Festival Journey Home
Today, there are many gateways to China for the world to observe and experience modern Chinese society and old traditions. Among these gateways, the Spring Festival, or Chinese New Year, can be considered a “fast track” to understanding Chinese culture and is perhaps the most interesting of the Chinese traditions. HONG KONG & MACAO CALENDAR
HK MO This Valentine’s Day, catch the FEB 8-9 FEB 14-16 UNTIL FEB 8 beautiful and talented Latvian SAT-SUN FRI-SUN DAILY accordionist Ksenija Sidorova at this Latin-themed concert. Sidorova picked up the accordion at the age of 8 and has been ac- tive on stage since 2009. She will be performing in concert with the Macao Orchestra under the baton of Polish conductor Michal Nesterowicz.
CNY Dinner at Vida Rica, noon-3pm, Masters of Hong Kong, 8pm; 6-10.30pm; various prices. Vida FEB 24 various prices. AsiaWorld-Expo (lon- Rica Restaurant (Mandarin Oriental, MON ginesmasters.com) Macau) There’s something about watching Enjoy festive dishes and themed horses run that is simply enthral- menus over an extended pe- Hong Kong Marathon, various ling. Masters of Hong Kong will riod this Chinese New Year at kick off this month, combining times, prices and venues (hkmara- Mandarin Oriental, Macau’s Vida heart-pounding racing with top- thon.com) Rica Restaurant. Both Western and notch entertainment, art and gas- The Hong Kong Marathon is taking Cantonese set menus are available tronomy. The event runs alongside place this February, and this year’s for one patron or a group of diners Asia Horse Week, where the key event will be the first time that a during lunch and dinner. For reser- players of the horse world meet 10-kilometer wheelchair race for vation, call 853 8805 8918. disabled participants is included! (excluding BoJack Horseman, of The race includes a variety of course). Feast of the God Tou Tei, Fok Tak events, from 800 meters (Kickoff UNTIL FEB 13 Family Run) to the full-length Chi, Horta da Mitra. 42-kilometer marathon, and is con- FEB 21-23 DAILY Tou Tei is the God of Earth in sidered one of Hong Kong’s most FRI-SUN Chinese folk religion, who is popular sporting events. believed to be everywhere. Celebrations are held at the Tou Tei Temples on Taipa and elsewhere FROM FEB 13 around the city. Chinese pastries are offered to Tou Tei on the occa- THU sion, while Cantonese opera per- formances will be staged in front of the Fok Tak Chi temple. Lion dances and other traditional shows Red December, 10am-7pm; free ad- will round out the festivities. mission. Tap Seac Gallery. Red December is a solo exhibition of Macao-born Renaissance man FEB 29-MAR 1 Carlos Marreiros, an architect, city planner, painter, writer and poet. It SAT-SUN features the namesake large-scale Vegetarian Food Asia, various times artwork by Marreiros, as well as and prices. Hong Kong Convention a number of paintings from his and Exhibition Center (10times.com) sketchbook, depicting a utopia in With the goal of promoting a which historic Chinese and Western healthy and sustainable vegetarian figures from various periods con- lifestyle, the Vegetarian Food Asia verge to converse with each other. Hong Kong Arts Festival, various exhibition is the perfect event to times, prices and venues (hkartsfes- learn more about the fast-growing tival.org) market. You’ve read it in the news: February is the best month of the Food trends are changing from FEB 14 The Procession of the Passion of year in Hong Kong for lovers of the hamburgers to Impossible Burgers, FRI Our Lord, St. Augustine’s Church. arts scene. And while we’ve never with a more mainstream appeal This iconic procession is a unique heard anyone specifically state it, for vegetarian food and products. religious celebration in Macao. after checking out all the music Buyers from around the globe will An image of Christ carrying the and dance programs for this year’s be at the event. cross is taken in solemn proces- Hong Kong Arts Festival, you bet- sion from St. Augustine’s Church ter believe it! Starting on February to the Cathedral of Macao for an 13, be sure to check out their web- overnight vigil and then returned site to find a show that will amaze. through the city via the stations of the cross, accompanied by a magenta-robed escort and crowds of the faithful and curious.
Latin Passion – Valentine’s Day Concert, 8pm; MOP150-250. Macao Cultural Center (macauticket.com)
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Weekday Set Lunch Classic British Roast Dinner Bring your friends or workmates to a delicious weekday lunch at Every Wednesday night until February 7, Duke’s at The Langham, La Terrazza and enjoy a three-course Italian set menu with an ap- Shenzhen presents a traditional British roast dinner that’s perfect petizer or soup, one signature Italian main course and one dessert, for families and friends. Well-prepared prime rib is slow roasted priced at RMB158 per person. to ensure juicy flavors. A layer of rich gravy is poured on the prime La Terrazza, Grand Hyatt Shenzhen, 1881 Bao’an Nan Lu, Luohu District 罗湖区宝安南路1881 rib, which is accompanied by a fluffy Yorkshire pudding. Served 号深圳君悦酒店 (2218 7338) with wholesome vegetables, a perfect British roast dinner awaits. Duke’s, The Langham, Shenzhen. 7888 Shennan Dadao, Futian District 福田区深南大道7888 号 (8828 9888)
Melody-themed High Tea Weekend Lobster and Oyster Brunch The Lounge introduces a ‘melody-themed’ afternoon tea, inspired The start to a great weekend always includes brunch. Every by musicals and films, giving guests a unique opportunity to enjoy Saturday and Sunday from noon till 3pm, enjoy lobster and oysters, pastries inspired by music. A selection of desserts and refreshments with unlimited selection of a variety of appetizers, soup and warm designed by the culinary team of Shenzhen Marriott Hotel Nanshan plates. Finish with amazing desserts, culminating in a relaxing will attract music lovers, while live piano performances will create weekend at The Glasshouse. Brunch includes a free flow of soft a relaxed atmosphere for guests to unwind. Sip on tea and enjoy drinks, juices, coffee and tea all for RMB388/person. Add free flow stunning harbor views to make for an exquisite afternoon. wine or beer for RMB568/person. The Lounge, Shenzhen Marriott Hotel Nanshan, 43/F, 8 Haide Yi Dao, Nanshan District 南山 47/F The Glasshouse, Park Hyatt Shenzhen, 5023 Yi Tian Lu, Futian District 福田区益田路5023 区海德一道8号深圳中洲万豪酒店 (8436 8255) 号酒店47层深圳柏悦酒店 皓堂(8829 1234)
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Two-Night Stay at The Westin Blue Bay Resort & Spa, Sanya
Enjoy a relaxing two-night stay in a luxurious deluxe oceanfront room at The Westin Blue Bay Resort & Spa, Sanya this month for only RMB2,388. This rate includes daily buffet breakfast for two adults and one child under 6 years old, a restaurant meal (one per stay, lunch or dinner), a RMB288 spa voucher, complimentary pickup or drop off service and free access to the children’s playground, infinity pool and wave pool, among other perks. Trust us when we say there’s no better way to start the Year of the Rat than with a beach vacation, and this package is the perfect excuse to ditch the city and enjoy a little sun and sand.
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Two-Night Stay at Banyan Tree Spa Hangzhou
If seaside fun isn’t your cup of tea, thMart has an alternative for you: Enjoy a two-night stay in a water-view villa at Banyan Tree Spa Hangzhou for only RMB3,999. In addition to daily Chinese- and Western-style buffet breakfasts, this package also includes dinner with authentic Hangzhou dishes, admission tickets to Xixi National Wetland Park and discounts on purchases at the hotel gift shop. For travelers with kids, it also offers a complimentary extra soft bed with daily breakfast for your little one.
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OPEN DOOR ITALIAN FOOD & DRINK PAPI Italian Restaurant N702, 7/F, Ping AMERICAN An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8326 6833) 福田区益田路5033号平安 Element Fresh1) 1/F, Zone B, Sea World, 金融中心7楼N702号 Shekou, Nanshan District (2681 4848) 2) L2- 7/7A, Wongtee Plaza, 118 Fuhua San Lu, Artisans 1/F, Block A, Poly Cultural Center, Futian District (8323 7249) 1) 南山区海上世界广 Houhaibin Lu, by Haide San Dao (8628 场B区B130-210号 2) 福田区福华三路118号皇庭国 7109) 南山区 保利文化广场A区40号店铺 商购物广场L2-7/7A号 Alla Torre #101, Area B, Sea World, 1128 Baia Burger Concept 1) 1C-077-078A, 1/F, Wanghai Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2685 Shopping Park, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District 1322) 南山区蛇口望海路1128号海上世界B区101 (8290 6696) 2) A2303 3/F, Second Building Section A, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan Blue Italian Seafood & Grill Restaurant District (2681 8890) 1) 福田区福华三路购物公园 3/F, The Venice Raytour Hotel Shenzhen, 1楼078A 2) 深圳市南山区蛇口海上世界A区2座3 9026 Shennan Dadao, Nanshan District 楼3号 (2693 6888) 南山区深南大道9026号深圳威尼斯 睿途酒店3楼意大利餐厅 The Butchers Club B101A, PAFC Mall, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian Baia Restaurant Bar Grill B301, District (8272 5669) 福田区益田路5033号平安 Bldg B, Zone B, Sea World Square, Shekou, 金融中心B1，下沉式广场B101A商铺（观光厅入口旁 Nanshan District (2681 8836) 南山区蛇口海 边） 上世界广场B区3楼B301
Morton's Grille N901, 9/F, PAFC Mall, Ping La Terrazza 1/F, Grand Hyatt Shenzhen, An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian 1881 Baoan Nan Lu, by Jiabing Lu (2218 District (8326 8333) 福田区益田路5033号平安 7338) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号深圳君悦酒店 金融中心9楼N901 Paletto 2/F, The Ritz-Carlton, 116 Fuhua Hard Rock Cafe Shenzhen 9 San Lu, Futian District (2222 2222) 福田区福 Mission Hills Blvd, Longhua New District 华三路116号深圳星河丽思卡尔顿酒店二层 (3395 2888) 龙华新区观澜高尔夫大道9号www. hardrockhotels.com/shenzhen Oggi Trattoria Pizzeria 3-14 Golden Century Lu, Phase 3, Coastal Rose Blue Frog Shop 28, 2/F, Wongtee Plaza, Garden, Shekou, Nanshan District (2689 118 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8255 0118) 南山区蛇口金世纪路南海玫瑰花园三期金 3646) 福田区福华三路118号皇庭国商购物广 世纪路3-14号 场2层28铺 PIZZA CHINESE Pizza Express Shop 568, 5/F, the MixC, 1881 Bao'an Nan Lu, Luohu District (2215 CANTONESE 9036) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号万象城5楼568 号商铺 Hoi Fan 1) North gate L/F, Yijing Central Kiwi Pizza 1) Shop B14, COCO Park, by Walk Shopping Mall, 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian Fuhua Lu (8329 2299) 2) 8 Outlets Minkang District (8322 6165) 2) Rm 16 3/F, Raffles Lu, by Huanan Lu 3) B1, 138 Mintian Lu, by City, 2163 Nanhai Dadao, Nanshan District Fuhua Yi Lu 1) 福田区购物公园B1楼地铁商业街 (2640 8664) 1) 福田区福华一路3号新怡景商 B14铺 2)龙华新区奥特莱斯8号仓店 3) 福田区民田 业中心L层北大门 2) 南海大道2163号来福士广 路138号购物公园B1楼 场3层16号 Baia Da Marco Shop #28 Coastal Rose Gar- Diandoude Dim Sum 4/F, Greater China den, Shekou, Nanshan District, shenzhen IFC, Shennan Dadao and Caitian Lu Inter- (2681 8849) 南山区蛇口街道望海路南海玫瑰花 change, Futian District (8321 9215) 福田区 园（二期）33—36裙楼28 深南大道和彩田路交汇处大中华IFC四楼 NYPD New York Pizza Delivery 1) Shop Jade Garden 22-31 L2/F, Yitian Holiday 26, HaichangJie, 1 Gongyuan Nan Lu (8887 Plaza, 9028 Shennan Dadao, Nanshan Dis- 6973) 2) 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, by Zhongxin Si Lu trict (8860 6228) 南山区深南大道9028号益田 (8887 6973) 1) 南山区公园南路1号海尚国际26 假日广场L2楼22-31号 号铺 2)福田区福华一路中心城FL1015商铺
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Rong Yue 1) 468 4/F, MIXC, 1881, Bao'an Belle-Vue Grill 37/F, Grand Hyatt Shen- Nan Lu, Luohu District (2221 6888) 2) L3/F, zhen, 1881 Bao'an Nan Lu, Luohu District Yitian Holiday Plaza, 9028 Shennan Dadao, (2218 7338) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号君悦酒 Nanshan District (8665 6877) 1) 罗湖区宝安 店37楼 南路1881号华润万象城一期4层468号2) 南山区深 南大道9028号益田假日广场3层 L’etoile Building A 302-303, Ecological PLAZA, OCT, Nanshan District (8166 8111) Lan Ting 23/F, Hilton Shenzhen Futian, 南山区华侨城生态广场A 栋302-303 Tower B, Great China IFC, 1003 Shennan lu, Futian District (2130 8888) 福田区深南大 La Maison Shop 108, Nanhai 道1003号大中华国际金融中心B座大深圳中华希 Rose Garden, 91 Wanghai Lu, Nanshan 尔顿酒店23楼 District (2685 7030) 南山区望海路91号南海玫 瑰花园108号 THE LOTUS POOL BY MOONLIGHT Taste Moment Restaurant 1st floor, Bldg 1, Block A, 1979 Cultural and Creative Park, SHANGHAINESE 1011 Qiaoxiang Lu, Futian District (8255 6173) 福田区侨香路1011号1979文化生活新领 The COLI Lofty 域A区1栋1层 Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao B1/F, ‘The Lotus Pool by Moonlight’ is an artistic dish that is highly recommended KK MALL, 5016 Shennan Dong Lu, Futian by Executive Chef Tiger Zhang of The COLI Lofty. Using delicacies like foie gras, District (2265 9183) 福田区深南东路5016号 Chef Zhang constructs a cultural Chinese diorama on your plate, each element KKMALL京基百纳空间B1层 GERMAN edible and scrumptious. Din Tai Fung 3/F, MixC, 1881, Bao'an Nan Lu, Luohu District (2598 2779) 罗湖区宝安南 路1881号华润万象城一期3层 Haxnbauer 1) L1C-055B, 1/F, Coco Park, The COLI Hotel, 168 Dayun Lu, Longgang District 龙岗区大运路168号 深圳中海凯骊酒店 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8359 2080) (8989 9888) Shanghai Min A-1F, OCT Bay, 13 Baishi 2) L1-15, Raffles City, 2163 Nanhai Ave, Dong Lu, Nanshan District (4008209777) Nanshan District (8652 6580) 1) 福田区福华 南山区白石路东13号欢乐海岸曲水湾A-1F 三路星河Coco Park一楼L1C-055B 2) 南山区南 海大道2163号福士广场L1-15
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Paulaner Brauhaus 1) C-005, Kyoku Japanese Cuisine B-17 Qushui Huanchuan Square, Sea World, Shekou, Bay, OCT Bay, 50 Baishi Lu East, Nanshan Nanshan District (2668 7230) 2) 8/F, Shop District (8654 1122) 南山区白石路东50号欢乐 801, PAFC Mall,Ping’An Finance Centre, 海岸曲水湾B-17 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8253 5187) 1) 南山区蛇口海上世界环船广场C-005 2)福田区 Nishimura 1/F, Macro Polo Hotel, Fuhua Yi 益田路5033号平安金融中心8楼801 Lu, by Mintian Lu (3339 7709) 福田中心区福 华一路马哥孛罗好日子酒店1楼 Kanpai Classic 9/F, PAFC Mall, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Road, Futian SPANISH District (6182 2987) 福田区福华三路平安金 融中心第9楼
Ling Spanish Kitchen 1011 Qiao Xiang Dong Lu, 1979 Cultural Park, Nanshan Dis- trict (8322 7522) 南山区侨香东路1011号1979 文化新天地B区1层 KOREAN
Minikor Kitchen L01-B01, Coco Park, 269 Fuhua San Lu, by Mintian Lu, Futian District MIDDLE EASTERN (8606 9266) 福田区民田路福华三路269号星河 Coco Park L1-B0 Bus Grill Turkish Steakhouse Shop 134, Bornga Korean Cuisine A-11A, Qushui 1/F, Shopping Park B Area, Futian District Wan, OCT Bay, 42 Baishi Lu East, Nanshan (158 2044 6962) 福田区购物公园B区134铺 District (8654 1158) 南山区白石路东42号欢乐 海岸曲水湾A-11A Les 5 Chef's Miznon 143 Laojie, Shekou, Nanshan District (132 5889 0561) 南山蛇 口老街143号 The Istanbul Restaurant 1-22 Huafa Bei VIETNAMESE Lu, Huaqiangbei Jiedao, Futian District (3309 7180) 福田区华强北街道华发北路1-22号 THE MICHELIN-STARRED SENSATIONS Lian Shop 562, 5/F, The MIXC Shenzhen, Luohu District (8266 6366) 罗湖区万象城商 场5楼562铺 MEXICAN Muine 1) L2-203, Coco Park, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8271 2527) 2) B139 The Ritz-Carlton, Shenzhen and B139-2, B1/F, Jiufang Shopping Mall, Stefano Nicodemo, Western executive sous chef of The Ritz-Carlton, Shenzhen, jointly Teqo FL1018, Yijing Central Walk ShennanZhong Lu, Futian District (2681 Shopping Mall, 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian Dis- 7828) 3) No. 219, 2/F, Shekou Garden City presents unique tasting adventures with Jose Manuel Miguel, one-star Michelin trict. (18928448542) 福田区福华一路3号怡景 Center, Nanshan District (2681 7828) 4) guest chef from Spain, and Erzal Stiawan, head mixologist from the W Xi’an. Perfectly 中心城FL1018号铺 B2-017A, King Glory Plaza, Luohu District blending Italian and Spanish culinary arts at Paletto and infusing the glamor of crea- (2220 3052) 5) RL1094B, Yijing Central Orale No. 1026, Zhonghang Beiyuan V Walk Shopping Mall, 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian tive cocktails with international gourmets at Flavorz, the three experts are set to Shangjie, Zhenhua Lu, Huaqiangbei, Futian District (8273 2993) 6) G-025B, OCT Bay delight diners’ palates with creativity and passion. District (2396 4990) 福田区华强北振华路中航 Shopping mall, 13 Baishi Dong Lu, Nanshan 北苑V尚街1026号铺 District (8671 7326) 1) 福田区福华三路COCO The Ritz-Carlton, Shenzhen, 116 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District 福田区福华三路116号深圳星河 Park L2-203 2) 福田区深南中路华强北九方购物 Tacos 3118#, Sea World Square, 32 Taizi 中心B1层B139 & B139-2 3) 南山区南海大道1086 丽思卡尔顿酒店(2222 2222) Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2161 1006) 号花园城中心第2楼219号铺 4) 罗湖区人民南路金 南山区蛇口太子路32号海上世界广场A3118店铺 光华广场B2层B2-017A号 5) 福田区福华三路中心 城广场L层RL1094B号 6) 南山区滨海大道2008号 Latina No. 1128, Sea World, Wanghai Lu, 欢乐海岸购物中心G-025B by Nanhai Dadao (2667 7679) 南山区蛇口望 海路1128号海上世界广场C区 Mon Saigon Block B, 1979 Cultural and Creative Park, by Qiaoxiang Lu, Futian District (8270 3282) 福田区侨香路1979文化 INDIAN 生活新领域B区 Pho Nam Shop B26C, Link City Passage, by Fuhua Lu (8255 7048) 福田区连城新天地 Bombay Indian Restaurant & Bar Shops B26C商铺 20-24, Sea World, Nanshan District (2667 6049) 南山区海上世界商铺20-24号 Saffron Indian Restaurant and Bar Floor THAI B1, Jinhu Hotel, 1005 Wenjin Lu, Luohu District (8219 1115) 罗湖区文锦中路1005号锦 湖宾馆地下一层 The Terrace Restaurant & Bar #201, Sea World Square, 32 Taizi Lu, Indian Cottage Shop 48-49, 2/F, Area A, Shekou, Nanshan District (2682 9105) 南山 Poly Cultural Centre, Wenxin Wu Lu, Nan- 区蛇口太子路32号海上世界广场商铺201 shan District (8628 7265) 南山区文心五路保 利文化广场A区2楼48-49号商铺 Very Siam 1/F, A3 Bldg, Xiangshan Dong Jie, OCT-Loft, Nanshan District (8623 3225) 南山区OCT创意园香山东街A3栋1楼 Little Papa Indian Restaurant #116, Building 6, Nanhai E-Cool, Taizi Lu, Shekou, Yes Thai 1) 4/F, KK Shopping Mall, KK Nanshan District (2686 0020) 南山区蛇口太 Financial Centre, 5016 Shennan Dong Lu, 子路南海意库6栋116号 by Hongbao Lu (2290 0333) 2) 5/F, Costal City, 33 Wenxin Wu Lu, by Haide Yi Dao (8635 9989) 1) 罗湖区深南东路5016号京基百 纳空间购物中心4楼 2) 南山区文心五路33号海岸 JAPANESE 城购物中心五楼 La Maison D'Elephant 8/F, PAFC Mall, Ping BOA 3/F, West side of International Bar An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian Street, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan District District (8831 9918) 福田区益田路5033号平 (130 4894 9034) 南山区蛇口海上世界国际酒 安金融中心8楼 吧街西侧三楼 FROM RANCH TO TABLE Tang Ben Jia #FL1011, L/F, Yijing Central BUFFETS Walk Shopping Mall, 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian District (8280 1086) 福田区福华一路3号怡景中 心城广场L楼FL1011号 Café Zen 1/F, Futian Shangri-la Kanpai Classic Shenzhen, 4088 Yitian lu, Futian District Bincho Ya L120-121, Bldg 2, Times Square (2151 3825)福田区益田路4088号深圳福田香格 Kanpai Classic (老干杯) is a steakhouse originating from Taiwan, which has Excellence, Fuhua Lu, Futian District (8278 里拉大酒店1层 2760) 福田区福华路卓越时代广场二期L120 also earned a Michelin star in Shanghai. It serves high-grade Australian wagyu －L121店 and is known for professional and meticulous service. From ranch to table, the Australian wagyu is chilled and shipped over two weeks to maintain freshness. The Show Kitchen 32/F, Grand Hyatt Shen- Komachi B-132, North Side, zhen, 1881 Baoan Nan lu, Luohu District Shopping Park, Futian District (8290 5806) (2218 7338) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号深圳君悦 Shop 530-533, 5/F, MixC, 1881 Bao’an South Road, Luohu District 罗湖区宝安南路1881号华 福田区购物公园北园B区132号 酒店32层 润万象城5层530-533号铺 (2298 9960)
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European Union Chamber of Commerce Rm 308, 3/F Overseas Chinese Scholars Venture Building, southern section of High-Tech Industrial Park, Nanshan District (Tel: 8635 0920; fax: 8632 9785). 南山高新科技园南区留学生创业大厦 3 楼 308 室
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German Chamber of Commerce Room 4A-11, Zone C, Zhong Ke Nano Building Yuexing Liu Lu, Nanshan District (8635 0487) www.china.ahk.de 中国深圳市南山区粤兴六道中科纳能大厦C区4A - 11
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Aquarius Pisces Aries Taurus 1.21~2.19 2.20~3.20 3.21~4.20 4.21~5.21
One of your nearest and dearest will The boundless Asian horizon is calling Your last business venture didn’t go too The cool group at your local HIIT pressure you into answering an im- you towards that yoga retreat you well. Who knew being a cat manicurist session will hit you up (get it?) possible question: Which of the great have been following on Instagram for could be such a hazard. Take stock of this month. They’ve noticed your eight cuisines is your favorite? Luckily, the past few months. Give into the your mistakes and ease yourself into impeccable squat form and want to Venus, the planet of love, is in your corner temptation and take a few weeks away the next effort. At the same time, don’t invite you out for lunch. Jump at the and will imbue you with a gorgeous mid- from work and the futility of the rat be afraid of your instincts; just don’t chance and be your best, gorgeous, winter glow. Use that confidence to keep race. let them lead you astray. healthy self. your secrets under wraps.
Gemini Cancer Leo Virgo 5.22~6.21 6.22~7.22 7.23~8.23 8.24~9.23
Chinese New Year means a nice long Your favorite dumpling shop has closed You are a fount of energy this month, The festive season has worn you out. break from the teaching slog. Use and you don’t know what to do and little lion man, and you’re thirsting for It’s time now to recalibrate and focus this precious time to research new job who to tell. In public you are all smiles something to get your competitive on having fun. Whether your idea opportunities and hobbies to expand but in your heart of hearts you know juices flowing. Sign up for the of a good time is hiking the Avatar your professional horizon. you’ll never again get the same quality badminton tournament at your local mountains at Zhangjiajie or getting of xiaolongbao anywhere else. sports center and you might just find crunk in the club on Saturday night, set your new favorite hobby. aside time to indulge your happiness hormones.
Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn 9.24~10.23 10.24~11.22 11.23~12.21 12.22~1.20
Your professional life seems to have The middle of the month will see you You have been ruminating on the You’re considering a big purchase, but devolved into posting on Weibo embrace a new romance, just in time idea of leaving China for years, but are unsure of the asking price. You’ve every hour on the hour. Quit seeking for Valentine’s Day. Don’t be afraid this Chinese New Year will give you honed your bargaining skills with the likes and reshares, and refocus on to be your fun-loving self in front renewed reason to leave. Don’t move toughest of street market vendors, so the fundamentals to see a marked of this new partner, in order for the too fast, talk to close friends and put them to use and ensure you get improvement in your professional relationship to flourish. family and take time to meditate on bang for your buck. prospects. your motivations in order to make the right decision.
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