The Future of Sports Is Digital. It's Also Chinese. E-Bike Taxi Driver

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Editor's Note AUGUST 2017

My first window into esports (also known as electronic sports or professional video WIN gaming) was the 2014 documentary Free to Play, and the only reason I watched it, as I recall, was because it was the featured USD0.99 cent movie rental on iTunes that week. Fast forward three years, and I’m attending a digital gaming event live: the National Electronic Sports Open (NESO) at Shenzhen Bay Sports Center. A Chinese team has just won the whole tournament, and I’m halfway through a list of questions We're giving away tickets to some like ‘Do your parents support your career?’ which suddenly seem extremely outdated. of the very best events in the Pearl “You don’t know much about esports, do you?” A player from China’s Dota 2 Team Newbee, ranked among the top five in the world, asks with a grin. River Delta, alongside a host of free I didn’t, and my assumption that many Chinese didn’t either couldn’t have been meals and other goodies. Follow our further from the truth. Now the No. 1 market in the world for video games, China is home to more than 70 million esports enthusiasts – more than triple the US’s 20 official WeChat feeds and sign up million. Meanwhile, there are roughly 117 million esports players in China, from for our weekly newsletter for your recreational to professional, and half of the 10 highest-earning esports players in the chance to win major prizes! To stay world in 2016 were Chinese. Yet despite those numbers, electronic sports are only just beginning to reach up to date, visit www.thatsmags. their full potential here, as local governments and universities gradually show more com or scan the QR codes below and support for the industry. To read more about how China is helping shape the future of digital gaming, turn to p38. follow our WeChat accounts. Elsewhere in the magazine, we go behind the scenes of global fidget spinner production (p12), chat with a Russian photographer who is redefining impressions of modern China (p16), divulge 10 things you never knew about Ariana Grande (p34) and speak with some of the world’s leading snooker players before they compete in Guangzhou this month (p52). There’s a lot going on this summer in the Pearl River Delta, so remember to flip to p72 for a few ideas on how to spend your holiday! ThatsGuangzhou

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12 MADE IN CHINA The fidget fad's cash then crash.

18 LIFE & STYLE 48 COMMUNITY

19 MIKE DYNAN Bringing the best of British to China. 22 THAT'S 2017 HOSPITALITY AWARDS Celebrating the best of China’s hotel industry. 72 EVENTS 28 ARTS GZ

32 SUMMER FLICKS China's most binge- worthy films. AUG 30 36 CHINA MUSIC CORNER Ariana Grande Three new homegrown albums on our radar this month. MO

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68 YUN PAVILION Canto-molecular with a twist. 71 SUN IN SKY A reason to ganbei. AUG 11 - SEPT 2 Hong Kong Pulse Light Show THE WRAP

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@ucchow CITY

Another China The Pearl River Delta reimagined, p16

Eco-Architecture Behind the Concrete P10 P11

8 | GZ | AUGUST 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM MAN ON THE STREET 9 AUGUST 2017 | GZ | | AUGUST WWW.THATSMAGS.COM It’s not enough. As Wang waits outside outside waits As Wang It’s not enough. the But like friendly. is relatively Wang Man on the Street is a monthly feature where we talk to someone doing an everyday job to gain insight into the lives of ordinary Chinese people. a total of RMB100 per diem from this job. this job. of RMB100 per diem from a total the cost of necessities, subtracting After each day. that’s about RMB15 of savings in the station, he’s still dressed the subway his second job as a from shirt red-and-black guy. delivery restaurant when be photographed to others, he refuses in apparently, much risk, ask. It’d be too we plenty precarious. a position that’s already THE DIRTY DETAILS THE DIRTY salary: RMB3,000 Monthly 7 per week: Days 10 Hours per day: - - This year, according to Wang, the raids the raids Wang, to according This year, bikes of colorful With the plethora us that tells a Shandong native, Wang, A driver named Wang Dana tells us that that us Dana tells named Wang A driver last year, police raided the places where the places where police raided last year, passengers for wait to taxis gather e-bike could lose his vehi If caught,driver a daily. could also get detained cle. In the past, you lucky were unless you riding an e-bike for a “good police up by get picked to enough man.” because But that’s only less frequent. are with contend had to have taxi drivers e-bike bicycles. shared foe: greater an even in station exits outside subway parked has been taxi trade cities, the e-bike Chinese less means there’s drivers Fewer hit hard. but so often, raid local police to for reason blessing. it’s a mixed for on his bike passengers he’s been ferrying that he earns estimates He now. years five drivers in areas like this one run the risk of this one run the risk of like in areas drivers being caught. - - - he e-bike taxi drivers don’t want to to want don’t taxi drivers he e-bike not be They’d rather be interviewed. definitely And they photographed.

“You can’t even make a living.” make even can’t “You That’s at least in part because their [‘the common of laobaixing [‘the common “The state He’s sitting astride a bike with an um sitting astride a bike He’s “Work? We’re unemployed!” one ex unemployed!” We’re “Work?

trade is illegal. Citing safety reasons, au reasons, safety Citing is illegal. trade taxi e-bike day, and Xiamen). Every Shanghai comments. of Shenzhen and Guangzhou (also Beijing, people’] is really terrible,” the same driver the same driver terrible,” people’] is really parts many from thorities banned e-bikes don’t pick up a single fare. pick up a single don’t after 30 minutes of waiting, the four men men the four of waiting, 30 minutes after weather you’d want to walk through – but – but through walk to want you’d weather day, full of sudden summer showers – not – not full of sudden summer showers day, intersect. It’s turning out to be a blustery be a blustery intersect. It’s turning out to station in Shenzhen where four metro lines lines metro four station in Shenzhen where brella attached, outside a popular subway attached, outside a popular subway brella claims. T don’t want to talk about their work. talk about their to want don’t

E-bike Taxi Driver Taxi E-bike By Bailey Hu END OF THE LINE THE OF END @ucchow THE BUZZ

RANDOM NUMBER CITY SNAPSHOT Gardens in the Sky

Arriving in Shenzhen last year to work as a youth football coach, 26-year-old Jonas Deman of Belgium enjoys snapping photos of public parks, mountains and sky- lines with his iPhone in his spare 6…is the number of kilometers a 12-year- time. For the image here, taken old boy drove a public bus in Guangzhou’s in Chegongmiao, Futian District, Zengcheng District last month, after hi- Deman climbed to the top of an jacking it for a 30-minute joyride. Alerted adjacent building to capture the to the situation by alarmed bystanders, tiered green rooftops from above. police were dispatched immediately to in- “I like the special, modern architecture of this building,” he tells us over email. “In the back- tercept the rogue bus. Amazingly, the boy ground, you can see Nanshan District and a part of Shekou.” See more of his work on Instagram averted everything – and everyone – dur- (@jonas_d.m). history of theft, having previously pinched Want your photo in our City Snapshot column? Tag #thatsprd on Instagram for a chance to be featured on our mobileing his half-hourphones and cruise. wallets, He’s though said to we have a feed and in the magazine. dare say this latest stunt is one for the books. BEHIND THE CONCRETE Guangzhou’s ‘Blocks Building' PRICK OF THE MONTH We’ve acquainted you with the bizarre Guangzhou Circle, a building that resembles an old Chinese copper coin. Now, it’s time to introduce Guangzhou’s ‘blocks building’: a structure that H&M’s Peeping looks like a pile of colossal toy blocks. Some have sneered at its peculiar design, saying it should But we’ll let you be the judge. ‘Huang’ be called the ‘coffin building,’ while others praise it as an architectural gem of postmodernism.

exhibitionOwned hall. by the Nan Nan Fung Fung Group Group, reportedly an investment invested corporation a whopping based RMB5 in billionHong Kong, in its creation.the ‘blocks from Guangzhou entered a Zhongshan building’Situated is a behindmixed bagthe ofCanton office Fair buildings, complex a shopping and facing mall, the livePearl music River, venue, it serves cinema, to entertain hotel and At around 6pm on July 2, a ‘Mr. Huang’ and service the world’s business traders when they gather in Guangzhou for the annual fair. a small camera in the changing room. It also hosts auto exhibitions on a regular basis and, in typical only-in-China fashion, rock H&M retail location, where he set up- ers, the camera was horribly positioned Luckily for fit-curious H&M custom concertsXingang Dong on the Lu, secondHaizhu District, floor, because Guangzhou why 广州市海珠区新港东路 not? to get a look at the tops of their oblivi- ous(amateur heads. move) Phew. and Caught Huang on storewas only CCTV, able police over a week later. OurHuang suggested was eventually punishment? apprehended A nude walkby while an old woman in a qipao follows closelythrough behind, the H&M banging location a gong he targeted and yell - ing chiru (shame).

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We often say that a relationship is the trend). Laosiji came to mean like a ride – two people set off on experienced men who can show a journey, discovering themselves young girls a good time. Later it and each other along the way. It's came to mean those who are expe- not about the destination, and it always has its ups and downs. online (the No. 1 thing that the - Internetrienced in is findingbuilt for) pirated and are content will- rate ways, or make up and travel to ing to share such resources, aka to farawayThey may places. fight and go their sepa 'take people for a ride.' Laosiji is built on that meta- Such laosiji are treated with phor. Literally meaning 'an old the utmost respect for their skills driver,' laosiji is the person who and generosity. has been dating for a very, very Today, laosiji can be anyone that is knowledgeable about any and downs, every pitfall and rocky subject and willing to share the patchlong time. along He the knows ride, allbecause the ups he knowledge. For the younger gen- Laosiji / lǎosījī / 老司机 n. 'an old driver,' someone with a lot of experi- has been down this road count- eration who lack experience and ence, especially when it comes to dating; someone who's been doing less times. When he takes you for don't know how to get to the desti- something for a very long time, knows everything there is to know about a ride, he can show you the best nation, laosiji will get you there by it and is willing to teach newcomers. scenery and how to deal with giving you a ride. situations when they arise. When Love, life or even the Internet I have been struggling with this PowerPoint presentation you are young, an experienced can seem like a jungle without a for weeks, and Lao Wang did it for me in minutes! lover may be a shortcut to the best trail sometimes. And we all need things a relationship can offer. a laosiji to show us the way. Next Wow Lao Wang is a laosiji. It's The term originated from a time you see one, jump onboard so nice of him to teach you. raunchy music video of a Yunnan and enjoy the ride. Also don't folk song titled 'Laosiji, Take Me forget to pay it back when you be- I know. I will be able to do it myself next time. with You,' where young girls trade come a laosiji one day. their company for a ride into town Thank god for laosiji. (mad respect to Yunnan for setting By Mia Li

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SHENZHEN - If the Huaqiang North Electronics Market had an official noise, it would Fidget spinners have been a boon for Wu, - turers that cashed in on the trend. be the scream of packing for HuaqiangAfter sitting North in the and shop for thefor smallabout manufac30 minutes, a man enters, refuses a cigarette and tape coming off the reel. places an order worth RMB50,000 – all within The tape is wrapped around boxes of electronics before they are shipped across the world. But things have been bestabout markets five minutes. for the toy as England and the “He’s selling abroad,” Wu says, naming the of retail outlets lining a new pedestrian street in the mar- treatment and banned from schools as distrac- ket.quieter recently, with the rise of e-commerce and an influx tions.US, where they are both touted as an ADHD to visit the factory-direct kiosks in the massive buildings sits at the nexus of China’s export supply alongTo the find periphery. the ‘real Huaqiang North’ of local lore, you need chain,The with Huaqiang a sprawling North Foxconn Electronics plant Market about an hour north. Countless factories across the across cramped hallways where tech ranging from SD region are served by the Port of Shenzhen, by cardsThrough to musical plastic-flap plant vases doorways, are sold cigarette – in bulk. smoke drifts some measures the third busiest in the world. Inside one of these buildings, up an escalator narrow If there is a place that can provide a enough to rest my hands on both rails without a stretch, I cross-section of China’s manufacturing

It’s a simple toy: a central bearing with weighted metal at the rows upon rows of rainbow-colored orfind plastic Wu Huayang that rotates sitting around in a shop it. It’s holding also cheap a fidget to manufac spinner.- fidgetprowess spinners it’s Huaqiang lining the North, shelves and inlooking Wu’s shop, you can see that something is seri- Western markets. ously wrong. ture and, when I first visit in early June, wildly popular in

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THE FIDGET FAD'S CASH THEN CRASH By Sky Thomas Gidge

made, bought or sold is unknown, with - the numbersHow many hidden fidget in spinners a fractured have web been of enon wasn’t unique just because of Western sellers and small Chinese facto- its speed,The fidget but also spinners in how phenom the toy ries. One Fox Business article dubbed it a reached Western consumers. ‘500,000,000 fad,’ predicting overall US sales This craze was “One of the most interesting by yearend. In the search for a more solid number, one of the fastest they were not sold at mass retail- dozens of other articles turned to Google ers,”things says about DiBartolo. fidget spinners “This was is athat Trends to gauge the toy’s popularity. growing of all time toy that genuinely became hot Google Trends rates worldwide interest through old-school word of mouth in a topic based on keyword searches, and and new-school social media mad- ness.” zero – no interest worldwide. Popularized through a rocket- on JanuaryOnly four 15 months ‘fidget spinners’ later the toyswere ac rated- at fuel mix of Instagram posts and counted for 20 percent of all sold online and YouTube videos – and originally - unavailable on Toys R’ Us shelves ing toy list, according to Slice Intelligence. - consumers turned to Amazon, briefly“This took craze all 20 was slots one on of Amazon’sthe fastest top grow sell- highlighting a growing willing- ing of all time,” says Marissa DiBartolo, sen- ness to buy online. Meanwhile, the ior editor of trade magazine The Toy Insider. owners of gas stations and news- Over a few months, they became the topic of countless morning shows, the subject of spinners directly from factories. YouTube videos with millions of views and standsWith used no Alibabacopyright to factoriesorder fidget a sort of ‘school yard currency,’ according to were free to produce as many as DiBartolo. They were impossible to escape. they wanted, in whatever styles But where the real impact of the toy is that sold, but instead of a design most obvious – and the most meaningful – is team crafting new versions, the task was often left to in-house Electronics Market. designers. The results range from the narrowSuffering hallways from double-digit of the Huaqiang vacancy North rates, that loads with fake bullets like a with gusto: an iPhone cable store covered a six-shooterthe brilliant – – to a fidgetthe questionable: spinner tablestores with that the remain toy, a embraced store with fidget an English spinners sign a spinner containing an electric lighter. their shelves. Also stocking them was a micro- Eight spinners are laid out SDreading adapter ‘factory store, direct and the phones’ neighboring filled one USB of on a table by Wang Ming, who ex- drive store. A store specializing in wooden plains them by ‘generation.’ All of these outlets would be happy to green plastic thing with a bearing takephone a bulkcases order displayed for spinners wooden fidget– or introduce spinners. in theThe center. first generationLater generations is a bulky you to a friend that could. are metal, and then colored metal, with the last a cube-shaped spinner. optical“Why switches. am I selling “Selling fidget electronics spinners?” is badsays business.”Huang Keqiang, the toys laid over a case of

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new ones within a month,” Wang says. “After “You’ve really got to sell all the that, copycat factories mean supply will outstrip demand.” Baneil Cheung agrees. Cheung is an adjunct assistant professor at the

group that does market research for companies looking to do business abroad. University“If one of(factory) Hong Kong does and one the product, founder thousands of Integral will Consultancy do the same Limited, product,” a he says. “That's a serious problem.” Rather than describing this as the nature of business, Cheung says it's a - systemic problem. A pattern of undercutting prices on similar, unbranded prod ucts is a race to the bottom – and he doesn’t see manufacturers breaking out of the pattern anytime soon. Wang holds up a Bluetooth-speaker spinner. “After one or two months, you won’t be able to sell these.” Fidget spinners have been a short-term boost, no doubt, but also a sign of trouble. “Fifteen years ago, when the factories were competitive, they required a bulk order,” says Cheung. Today, the factories are ready to take orders of a few hundred. China doesn’t release information on factory closings or relocations, but a June 2016 Wall Street Journal factories in the Pearl River Delta plummeted by a third since 2006 to around 32,000 in 2013. article cites a study showing Hong-Kong-owned - manufacturers die. Some of them move outside of the country, but those re maining“To be in honest,” China can’t says rely Cheung. on low “In costs, the past they five need years, to upgrade I’ve seen their many technology.” small Cheung believes that undercutting prices on similar quality products isn’t a sustainable model – instead manufacturers should be focusing on establishing brands and creating original products. “But they simply don’t have tech or branding in their DNA,” Cheung says. “You need money to do it, and even if they have money they don’t know how to.”

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Back at Wu’s shop about a month and a half later, things are different. For one: the shop is gone. I’m directed nearby, and greet the people I recognize. They don’t want to talk. The four men are glowering at their cellphones. To the left and to the right are shelves of phone screen covers wrapped in sterile-looking padding, a con- trast with the colored toys that lined the shelves in Wu’s shop weeks before. “We don’t sell them because we don’t sell them,” a man answers when ques-

Business was bad? tionedSilence about and fidget cigarette spinners. smoke. I leave.

are beingLater, sentan employee abroad. Air at Tian’s shipping International to the US by Logistics this company Supply dropped Chain confirms from ‘twowhat to Google three Trends’tons’ around drooping April rating to between already 700-800 suggests: kilograms fewer fidget in June, spinners we’re told.

informed consumers and they want to purchase products from companies they trust,”“Mass says manufacturers DiBartolo. are now producing fidget spinners. US consumers are Major retailers, though late to the game, are selling branded

fidget spinners, cutting out the small factories vying for business at surroundedHuaqiang North by boxes that peopleof the toy, like which Jiang HaoyuanJiang says represent. are on the way out. AJiang woman says remarkshe works that in ‘about one box five’ contains stores inspinners the area that and are we sold chat at

wants me to look at his phone. RMB8 each, but cost RMB12 to make. Jiang doesn’t seem worried. He

He flips through pictures showing ‘thumb-chucks,’ a ball-and- stringFinally, toy that he pullswhips the around phone your to his fingers. chest Thenand motions he shows for a me hand- to look fromsized behind‘fidget cube’his shoulder. with buttons It’s a typeand dials,of phone asking case what I’ve Inever think. seen before. “I’d buy that,” I tell him, and wave a friend over to look. Jiang stops me.

before the copies arrive. For now, it’s a secret. Jiang wants to be the first on the market –

With no copyright, factories were free to produce as many as they wanted, in whatever styles sold

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ANOTHER CHINA The Russian Photographer Posing in a Whole New World By Jocelyn Richards

ita Akhundova isn’t entirely sure why, but she would like nothing more than to change your mind about China – Rhopefully for the better. “I just feel very good when people have a bad impression of China and then I show them another side and they go, ‘Oh my god, it’s amazing!’ I don’t know how to explain it – I just like the feeling.” Moving to Guangzhou from Moscow two years ago to work as a fashion buyer, 28-year-old Akhundova spends her free time scanning Instagram, the web and even satellite maps to discover backdrops for her photographs. unfinishedFittingly construction named ‘Another sites China,’or unusual her project architecture strives to to serve enlighten as viewers who might otherwise see the country merely as a place of tea, the Great Wall and pagodas. “I want to show it like a movie or like from another reality,” she tells us one afternoon in her home neighborhood of Taojin. “My goal is to show common or ordinary places in a very unique way, maybe in interesting sunlight or with a strange action, like sleeping in a blanket.” By the latter, Akhundova is referring to a photo of her lying be- neath a white comforter on a beam suspended high above Xiancun, an urban village in downtown Guangzhou. The image, which took four separate attempts to get right, is one of the few Akhundova help from a friend (@jason_x1n). didn’tMost take days, herself, however, explaining Akhundova it was isa difficulther own idea photographer, that required cap - turing surreal self-portraits using only an iPhone SE, small tripod and Bluetooth-connected remote control. “Maybe now it’s a strange concept, but I think in the future it will be normal for everyone to take photos with iPhones instead of cameras,” she says. “It doesn’t matter what you use, the most important thing is good light and your vision.” - ing a scene. Instead, she’s fascinated by any unusual stages of Akhundova doesn’t look for one specific element when select art museum in Shenzhen or an abandoned French restaurant in Guangzhou.buildings or Thiscities December, in China, be she it plansa completely to explore bare, a new just-finished opera - scape “should be really from another planet.” houseThough in Harbin Akhundova designed poses by Zaha in nearly Hadid, all where of her the photos, snowy her land face is never fully exposed, adding another layer of intrigue to her dream- like, Monument Valley-esque compositions. As for why she only wears dresses, Akhundova admits that’s all she owns (“I have no jeans or shorts in my wardrobe”).

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Some of her shots have taken her right to the edge, tiptoeing barefoot – for better balance – on towering skyscrap- ers. “I’m not crazy,” she laughs. “If I’m not sure [about safety], I just won’t go to a place. But I’m not afraid of heights.” Joking that her mom is her biggest fan, Akhundova says she’s fortunate to have received so much support, including from the “huge family” of fellow urban explorers she’s met on Instagram. An exhibition of her work, to be held in either Guangzhou or Moscow in the near future, will aim to showcase Akhundova’s blossoming hobby in a more impressive way than simply hanging printed photographs on a wall. “I want to participate in projects that inspire people and communicate with different people,” she says. “Because then you expand your mind and you see how the world is amazing.”

To see more of Akhundova’s work, visit her Instagram feed @_moonmilk.

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MIKE DYNAN Bringing the Best of British to China Interview by Dominic Ngai

For decades, British brands have made a mark in the hearts and minds of Chinese consumers and established themselves as a symbol for quality. But besides household names like Rolls-Royce, Twining’s and Burberry, the Brits still have a lot more to offer. Dozens of UK lifestyle, fashion, design, technology and food brands that have yet to enter the Chinese market will be featured in the upcoming Best of British Show in Shanghai. Ahead of the show, Mike Dynan, managing director of Media 10 China, an enthusiast of all things British and an expert in introducing global brands to the Middle Kingdom, talks to us about the unique virtues of British brands, and shares a few success stories that he has witnessed firsthand over his last 10 years spent in China. “Over the last decade, I’ve noticed that Chinese What are some unique qualities of British brands and culture that appeal to the consumers have developed an interest in the stories Chinese? One thing that Britain is really good at is origi- behind the products... and that’s one thing that nality, and we care about the quality in our products and the manufacturing process. I’ve Britain has – we have a lot of great stories” been in China for almost 10 years, and when the biggest labels and brand names. But over theI first last arrived, decade, people I’ve noticed were only that interested the Chinese in as Brompton (famous for their foldable breakfast cereals since I was a child. I also consumers have developed an interest in the bikes) have made a mark on the Chinese do a lot of traveling between London and stories behind the brands and products. I market, simply because they have a well- believe that people now place more value on designed, well-engineered product. the time. individuality, by buying unique products that Shanghai, and I fly with British Airways all have an interesting backstory... and that’s one In general, are small or medium-sized Tell us about the Best of British Show in thing that Britain has – we have a lot of great British brands keen on coming over to Shanghai this October. What can people stories. China? expect to see? For sure! Everyone is aware of the fast eco- The Best of British Show is a four-day show- What are some British brands that have nomic growth of China over the last few case of all of the best British luxury brands. done well in China? decades, and the trends and changes that are We’re focusing on fashion, lifestyle, food and happening over here are very interesting to drink, innovation and technology, travel and We’ve heard many great stories back home watch. But of course, entering the Chinese tourism, education, and home and interiors - – British companies from all of those sectors the British trademark as a symbol for ers, legal procedures relating to customs and will be at the show. We’re not only going to quality.in the UK The about biggest how success the Chinese story perceive that I’ve shipping,market has etc. its What difficulties: we aim language to do with barri shows showcase successful British brands that are like Best of British is to be a stepping stone already in China; there will also be more than brand that we’ve worked with many times for smaller companies to enter China, putting 75 new high-end British brands that will be overwitnessed the years. firsthand It’s such is Jaguar an amazing Land Rover, story a them in touch with their potential buyers and for me because when I met with their China other Chinese businesses. retail element, there will also be entertainment,coming sporting to China events, for the places first time. to eat Besides and drink, the What are some British brands that you and much more. inteam the for world. the firstOnly time six months in September later, when 2013, I China was the brand’s fifth biggest market have a personal connection to? came back for another visit, it had become Learn more about the Best of British Show at www. their biggest. Even smaller companies such Weetabix has always been one of my favorite thebestofbritishshow.com

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TAP THAT APP COVET Down Dog Swarovski x Wuliangye We know, we know: yoga falls right after Last month, Swarovski announced a somewhat gluten allergies on the list of things we’d surprising crossover with premium baijiu label, rather not talk about at parties. Or maybe Wuliangye. The two have collaborated on a new ever. But this app is different, and not only collection named ‘缘定晶生’ – a luxurious baijiu because it’s been downloaded half a million bottle perfect as a wedding gift for your tuhao times and maintains a 5-star rating on both friend. With a ‘bottle within a bottle’ design the Apple App and Google Play stores. It’s concept, the two swans inside are adorned with unique because it will make people like us delicate pieces of crystals and form the shape of a – who haven’t practiced ‘vinyasa yoga’ since heart. Italian craftsmen have also hand-decorated it was mandatory in eighth grade gym class the long glass bottleneck with shimmering rocks. No word on the pricing at the time of writing, but second practice. if you want to impress the hosts of a lavish Chinese – actuallyFrom wantan amateur’s to fire up perspective, the app again three for a wedding, you should probably buy it. Or, if budget is of the most attractive points of Down Dog an issue, maybe you should wait for their next col- are its clarity of instruction (both vocal and lab with a soy sauce or Zhenjiang vinegar brand? visual), the voice (it’s not irritating!) and the www.swarovski.com shortest length option on the 10-80-minute spectrum,music. Our unfolded first session, to the which peaceful we set beats at the of ‘Divinity’ (Porter Robinson), ‘Give Me One INSPECT-A-GADGET Reason’ (Tracy Chapman) and ‘Aftermath’ (Vancouver Sleep Clinic). The playlist was so good that family members previously oblivi- Smart Keybox ous to what we were doing on the ground perked up to inquire about the music. For yoga gurus, Down Dog is appealing toIgloohome’s a railing or slick fastened ‘Smart to Keybox’ a wall and is touted can be as because no two practices are ever com- usedthe first to secure that works keys offline.or cards The until box unlocked is latched via pletely alike – even if you choose the same passcode or Bluetooth. settings of level, sequence type, duration and Though you can customize the lock’s pace every time. Seattle-based founders Ben passcodes when connected via an app, this Simon and Carlos Ormachea explain the app gadget’s most impressive feature is what it is powered by roughly 18 hours of recorded doesn’t do: connect to Wi-Fi. content, which is used to deliver nearly end- Sold-separately batteries are said to last Despite a lack of Wi-Fi – which also pre- less amounts of customizable classes. about 12 months, but they’re set inside the vents hacking – you are able to generate valid, Though this kind of yoga is known for box, so what happens if they die? time-sensitive passcodes from anywhere, no Igloohome’s solution is, literally, two- net connection needed. it also features a calming ‘restorative’ se- pronged: you can press a standard nine-volt Confused? The mobile app is synced with quence,emphasizing which strength, is great asbalance a bedtime and flexibility, ritual. battery against two prongs to ‘jumpstart’ the the lock and expiration data is hidden in the Paid membership is available, but you lock. passcode itself. really don’t need it to see why Down Dog is The shareable Bluetooth key feature is It’s the same tech used in those calculator- everyone’s go-to yoga app. impressive in principle but less so in person. looking things that spit out single-use pass- Shareable via WeChat or QR code, it requires words for web banking. Available for both iOS and Android devices; visit the receiver to download the app. They can This means you can remotely create a downdogapp.com then hold their phone next to the lock to open code for a friend swinging by your house, or an Airbnb that arrived early, just as long as with the Bluetooth connection. it – after first waking the lock and wrangling box outside your apartment and it’ll save you a time is maddening. Our advice: keep it simple fewyou hundredhave your renminbi phone with the thenext app. time Hide you the lock withFor the first-time lockbox’s users, novel atech few and seconds use a ofpass wait- yourself out. code. The Apple-like packaging includes instructions and most users will need to read the full RMB1,150; igloohome.co (contact info@igloohome. directions hosted online. co to purchase in China)

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DAYTRIPPER Shawan Ancient Town

here was a time, before the Tang dynasty, when the city of Guangzhou was called TPanyu. Ironically, today’s Panyu District is not located anywhere near the original old city. Instead, what we now know as ‘Panyu’ was once a stretch of rural farmland dotted with tiny villages – many of which have preserved the same architecture, recipes and way of life that characterized them centuries ago.

Shawan Ancient Town is one such ham- Shawan is tranquil inasmuch as no tour- let, founded nearly 800 years ago during the ists want to make a racket on quiet alleyways. Southern Song dynasty. Ambling through its Spending an afternoon wandering through the warren of lanes paved with large, rectangular heart of the town amongst Taoist temples, an- stones and walls of oyster shells can feel like cestral shrines, pagodas, small shops and curi- traveling back in time. ous townsfolk is a relaxed getaway indeed. Oyster shell walls are unique to the Beyond the immediate premises, Chinese restaurants abound; but you don’t want to the Nanling Mountains that now include parts travel to an ancient Cantonese town only to ofLingnan Guangdong, region, Guangxi defined and as the northern lands south Vietnam. of Made of a mix of shells, brown sugar, steamed authentic Cantonese dishes at fair prices, try sticky rice and mud, these walls were believed Shawangpartake in Wangshi, spicy crayfish. located For on a Anning wide range Xi Jie. of Dig in and leave full – body and mind. TZ Today, they primarily succeed in jamming the alreadyto be fireproof, narrow soundproof alleyways with and photo-hungryinsect-proof. tourists. Jiangzhuangnai (literally ‘ginger hit milk’), How to get there: Take Line 3 towards Panyu Square and dessert and intangible cultural heritage of exit at Shiqiao Metro Station. Take a taxi Guangdong,a ginger-flavored but few milk know curd, it isoriginated a famous in (about 20 minutes) and tell the driver Shawan. Order a bowl from the shop in a yel- to go to Shawan Guzhen (沙湾古镇). Or, low brick house (you’ll recognize it by the huge star on the exterior). The owner claims Station Exit D) about 40 minutes and get his family has been making the gingery-milky offtake three bus K349stops (outsidelater at Shawan Shiqiao Cultural Metro dessert for generations and will happily cook Center (沙湾文化中心). some for you on the spot.

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28 | GZ | AUGUST 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM DRUMROLL - - 29 (3804 号 2 AUGUST 2017 | GZ | | AUGUST WWW.THATSMAGS.COM 广州市天河区珠江新城珠江东路 6886, gdmuseum.com) more than 10 suitcases. Some third-class passengers, on the other passengers, Some third-class than 10 suitcases. more The them tickets. buy America to from relatives ask their hand, had to also the largest. cabin was in the third-class death toll the in mentioned not that were here told are What other stories film? characters of various and stories portraits display we On the walls, the sto telling to a section dedicated also have the Titanic. We aboard passed away of whom about 90 percent ry of second-class passengers, as first- the same privileges have didn’t in the accident because they escaping from discouraged also somewhat class passengers, but were their pride. due to recklessly sections? interactive any there Are un go 3,800 meters divers can watch you where a 3-D movie have We can also learn of the Titanic. Audiences the wreck explore to derwater a typical drill seeing what by the accident transpired about how more about the and other facts available the number of lifeboats like, was ship. Tue-Sun until Oct 15, tickets sold 9am-4pm, exhibition open 9am-5pm; RMB80, half price for students and anyone over 60, free for children under 1.2 meters (bring ID to enter). Guangdong Museum, 2 Zhujiang Dong Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District, Guangzhou - - By Tristin Zhang … AND FOUND at the Guangdong Museum not only marks the first time artifacts from the RMS Titanic have been LOST Behind the Scenes of China’s First-Ever Titanic First-Ever Artifact Scenes the Behind of China’s Exhibition Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition openly showcased in China, it’s also organizer Premier Exhibition largest Inc.’s show in history, with more than 300 relics displayed across 20,000 square feet of space. This month, we went behind the scenes and chatted with one of the curators, Ou Yan, to see what visitors can expect. The debut of show exposed water pipes. Some first-class passengers boarded with passengers boarded pipes. Some first-class water exposed show display a reproduced third-class cabin. Here, the ceilings of the rooms the rooms the ceilings of Here, cabin. third-class a reproduced display the class difference from the utensils used in different cabins. We also cabins. We used in different the utensils from the class difference We used these artifacts to tell a story behind the scene. You can tell can tell behind the scene. You a story tell to used these artifacts We classes? How does the exhibition speak to the differences among social among the differences speak to does the exhibition How first-class room that cost USD4,500 and many others. that cost USD4,500 and many room first-class replica of the Titanic, a replica of the coal-burning boiler, a recreated a recreated of the coal-burning boiler, of the Titanic, a replica replica bag the purser used to store passengers’ valuable items, a 1:120-scale items, valuable passengers’ store bag the purser used to You can see the bell that the sailors struck when spotting the iceberg, a spotting the iceberg, can see the bell that the sailors struck when You wreck of the Titanic. In this exhibition, we display about 300 of them. display we of the Titanic. In this exhibition, wreck work. This part has never been featured in past exhibitions. The tick in past exhibitions. featured been has never This part work. the from been recovered that have total 5,000 artifacts over are There reasons for boarding the Titanic, like immigrating or doing missionary or immigrating the Titanic, like boarding for reasons some of the highlights? What are about the passengers, including their signature, age, cabin class and about the passengers, including their signature, viewing the exhibition. while play to a specific role visitors ets give tickets used to board the Titanic. These tickets include information include information the Titanic. These tickets board used to tickets Titanic’s hull before receiving a photocopy of one of the 150 original a photocopy receiving Titanic’s hull before At the entrance, visitors will be greeted by the outer side of the the outer by will be greeted visitors the entrance, At tion? Can you tell us what’s new or unique about this particular exhibi us what’s new tell you Can COLL AGE

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Jiang Wen Baby Driver Featuring in tabloids most recently for - playing Baze Malbus in Rogue One, ‘wild nered much buzz since debut- man’ actor-director Jiang Wen has been ingThis in stylish the US heist in July. film Written, has gar quietly churning out cinematic masterpiec- produced and directed by Edgar es in China for the past 30 years. Wright (Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz who also display immense talent behind (Ansel Elgort), a young and tal- the camera,He is among evidenced the rare by breed his internation of actors - ented), getawaythe film followsdriver in Baby Atlanta In the Heat of the Sun who falls in love with a waitress (1994), Devils on the Doorstep (2000) and (Lily James) and tries to extricate AUGUST Letally theacclaimed Bullets Flyfilms (2010), the second of himself from his bad-guy bosses 25 which won him the Grand Prix at the 2000 (a star-studded crew featuring Cannes Film Festival. Though Devils on the Doorstep was may sound a bit too similar to Drive, Baby stands out thanks to a tragic backstory banned in China shortly after it was re- andKevin a headSpacey, injury Jamie that Foxx, he copesand Jon with Hamm) by listening in order to to music be with all theher. time; Though this the in turnplot - erly challenges typical anti-Japanese war leased, the black comedy film – which clev narratives – is accessible today on stream- allows the film to have an excellent soundtrack. ing apps like iQiyi and remains an all-time favorite among mainland movie buffs. HAO BU HAO “Subversive humor” and “ingeniously veiled political critiques” have been said to Hao American comic book giant Marvel has teamed themunite allall). of Jiang’s films, be they small indie up with Chinese company NetEase to create the flicksSo or successful major blockbusters has his foray (he’s into tried direct - ing and screenwriting been, in fact, that some may forget Jiang’s early accomplish- Liefen,first Marvel along comic with playwrightseries centered Shui onZhu, Chinese have ments as an actor, where he starred in beensuperheroes. tasked with Comic creating book artists the new Keng characters, and Zhou Zhang Yimou’s Red Sorghum back in 1987, and production is already in progress. For Black Snow (1990) and the popular televi- now these characters will be limited to the pages of comic books, but consider- sion series A Native of Beijing in New York ing Marvel’s massive popularity in China, they could also play a role in upcoming (1993). Now 54, Jiang was recently named books in China, including Guardians of the Galaxy, The Amazing Spider-Man and among the Academy’s 2017 acting branch InvincibleMarvel films. Iron The Man same. deal has allowed NetEase to distribute 12 of Marvel’s comic invitees, alongside stars like Viggo and Margot Robbie. Mortensen, Chris Pratt, Kristen Stewart Bu Hao Disney fans who have been anticipating the live-ac-

tion remake of Mulan will be disappointed to learn

a year, until late 2019. Experts believe that pressure onthat Disney the film’s is mounting premiere due has to been the delayedsuccess ofmore the thanlive action remake of Beauty and the Beast and Wonder Woman, and this has caused the network to go back to the drawing board in order to ensure that the remake is up to snuff and will satisfy fans. Rumors that Australian

actress Natasha Liu Bordizzo will play the title character – instead of an actress from Kind of like: Clint Eastwood without the menacing whisper Famous for: actually having a sense of China – have led to controversies that may also be delaying the film’s production. humor See him next in: another Star Wars

film?

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WHAT’S NEW

From the lyrical rock sound of Liam Gallagher to the upbeat R&B Wu Kong Set to be Summer’s of Khalil Fong, here are our 10 top picks from artists playing in Major Domestic Film South China this month. has seen a dearth of suc- Ariana Grande – ‘Everyday’ The first part of 2017 China, with most box of- cess for domestic films in The Royal Concept – ‘On Our Way’ The Fate office the records Furious coming and Dangal from . Liam Gallagher - ‘Wall of Glass’ Wuforeign Kong films, which like debuted in theaters around China For a Minor Reflection –‘Impulse’ on July 13, turned the

Tom Odell - ‘Another Love’ to break RMB100 million on its opening day. Directed by Derek tide by becoming the first domestically produced film of 2017- Miserable Faith – ‘Summer’ tion of the much-loved and much-adapted story of the Monkey Kwok and starring Eddie Peng, the film is the latest interpreta Khalil Fong - ‘BB88’ a more modern twist by basing it on a popular Internet novel King, though filmmakers have attempted to give the classic tale EXO [HK] - ‘咆哮’ from the early 2000s. Wu Kong should get a further boost in the

伍佰 & China Blue - ‘Norwegian Wood’ box office throughout the month of August due to a temporary summer lag on foreign films released in Chinese theaters. The Neville Staple Band [HK] - ‘Police and Thieves’

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Too hot to leave the house, or even drag yourself out of bed? There are few better ways to fight the excruciating omance heat of summer than to hole up next to your R air conditioner and spend a day getting better Days of Being Farewell My acquainted with Chinese cinema. From heralded Wild 阿飞正传 Concubine classics to art house flicks to campy horror stories, here (Wong Kar-wai, 1990) are some of our favorite Chinese films to help pass your 霸王别姬 Though his classic In the (Chen Kaige, 1993) steamy PRD summer. Recommendations come via the Mood for Love is also a This Fifth Generation That’s editorial team and a few of our pretentious must-watch, we love this classic won a raft of movie buff friends (thanks, guys!). awards thanks to it stun- for its sensual depictions loose prequel to the film ning cinematography, sumptuous costume de- Philippines. Plus, with sign, and riveting perfor- Maggieof Hong Cheung, Kong and Leslie the mances by Leslie Cheung Cheung, Andy Lau, Carina and Gong Li as a Peking Lau and a cameo from Opera singer and his SUMMER Tony Leung, it probably love interest. It’s the only breaks the record for the largest number of attrac- have won the Palm d’Or tive people in a single GUIDE atChinese-language Cannes. film to TO CHINA’S MOST film. BINGE-WORTHY MOVIES

Art House Kaili Blues underbelly of Shanghai’s 路边野餐 rapid urban development. It tells the tragic (Bi Gan, 2016) story of a videographer Set in Guizhou, Bi Gan’s and his lost love, a per- acclaimed directorial former who makes a debut follows a former living by swimming in a rama gangster as he travels tank at a bar dressed as a D around his home region mermaid. trying to rescue his complex in Chengdu, and underworld to save his 24 City 二十四城记 nephew. Its haunting kidnapped son. Paths of the Soul (Jia Zhangke, 2008) imagery and innovative in a documentary style. parts of the film are shot camerawork (including 冈仁波齐 Yi Yi 一一 a 41-minute unbro- (Zhang Yang, 2017) - Mr. Six 老炮儿 (Edward Yang, 2000) ken shot that takes up makerThis film Jia by Zhangke revered mov - This docu-drama road (Guan Hu, 2015) a third of the movie) inglySixth depictsGeneration a building film in Regularly cited as one of movie from Beijing have led critics to com- Chengdu and the charac- This thrilling crime dra- st director Zhang Yang pare Bi to Thai indie ters who frequent it over ma was a both a festival Century, Yang’s complex follows 11 religious pil- darling Apichatpong the course of 50 years. award-winner and a ma- dramathe best about films three of the gen 21- grims as they walk for Weerasethakul. Originally a state-owned - erations of a middle-class seven months from their factory, the building is ing acclaim for turning family in Taipei won him hometown to Lhasa. eventually demolished manyjor blockbuster action movie hit, tropesfind Best Director at Cannes. Suzhou River After debuting to much to become a luxury Critics rave about Yang’s 苏州河 high-rise in a story that on their head. The titular keen camerawork and the all over the world, Paths (Lou Ye, 2000) mirrors China’s urban de- protagonist(like flashy fight is an scenes) aging ofacclaim the Soul at filmsecured festivals a velopment as a whole. 24 kingpin in Beijing who about the struggles of This moody, noir-like China release date and City is a real apartment must delve back into the everydayfilm’s universal life. themes drama was praised for hit domestic theaters its depiction of the gritty this past June.

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Big Fish & Begonia on the mythology of warrior-deity 大鱼海棠 PrinceThis classic Nezha animated screened film at Cannes based (Liang Xuan and Zhang Chun) in 1980 and is acclaimed for its modern, mesmerizing animation Despite its somewhat meander- style. ing plot, this blockbuster animation is one of the most successful orror House of Flying Havoc in Heaven thanks to its gorgeous, innovative H 大闹天宫 Daggers 十面埋伏 visuals.Chinese Basedanimated on a films classic of Taoistall time (Wan Laiming, 1961) Lonely Spirit in an (Zhang Yimou, 2004) story, it follows a mythical little girl named Chun who visits the China’s animation industry un- Old Building 黑楼孤魂 The obligatory wuxia human world disguised as a red derwent a Renaissance in the 60s (Ming Liang and Deyuan Mu, entry to this list comes dolphin. thanks to the work of the four 1989) in the form of House trailblazing Wan Brothers. Their of Flying Daggers. China lags behind its twisted magnum opus is Havoc in Heaven, This Academy Award- Prince Nezha’s Triumph neighbor across the sea when a Peking opera-themed interpre- it comes to horror, but this Against Dragon King tation of Journey to the West that’s much a romance as a widely considered one of the martialnominated arts film piece, is as with 哪吒闹海 a group of young teachers at its breathtaking cinema- (Yan Dingxian, Wang Shuchen and Beijingmicro-budget Film Academy film made is proby - tography and showcase Xu Jingda, 1979) world’s best animated films. foundly disturbing. It spent of superstar Zhang Ziyi, several years ranked as the who plays a blind dancer number one Chinese horror in one of her early star- movie on Douban, and tells ring roles. the story of a little girl who nimation haunts a basement after she A dies there in a hanging. The Phantom Lover 夜半歌聲 (Ronny Yu, 1995)

of an eerie otherworldly I Am Not Madame Forbidden City romance,Less a horror this filmperiod and piece more Bovary Cop set in the 1940s stars Leslie Cheung as a Phantom of The 我不是潘金莲大内密探零零发 Devils on the Opera - (Vincent Kok and Stephen ly lives in a theater and ter- (Feng Xiaogang, 2016) Doorstep 鬼子来了 Chow, 1996) rorizes-like students figure who who try secret and Fan Bingbing shines in (Jiang Wen, 2000) fail to sing the song he wrote Stephen Chow was mak- this satirical comedy that for his long lost love. ing quirky slapstick This black comedy direct- cleaned up at the box of- comedies long before ed by and starring Jiang he broke all of China’s Wen (whose latest star The House That praise from critics both turn was as the lovable atfice home while and also abroad. earning The Never Dies smash hit The Mermaid. Baze Malbus in Star Wars: movie follows Fan as Thisfilm recordsJames Bond with parodyhis Rogue One) uses satire to 京城81号 protagonist Li Xuelian, stars Chow as an impe- comment on the futility (Raymond Yip, 2014) who must navigate bu- rial bodyguard, inventor of war. It’s set during the reaucracy and societal One of China’s few horror and… gynecologist liv- second Sino-Japanese pressures on women as ing in ancient times and War and is shot in black- she tries to outsmart her The House That struggling to keep the and-white to mimic old- Neverfilms to Dies find is success based on at anthe ac - emperor safe. time war movies. is attempting to slander tualbox office,historic Beijing mansion hertrifling good ex-husband, name. who that’s believed to be haunted. It’s a bit thin on actual scares, but with sumptuous art direction and feminist under- tones thanks to Ruby Lin’s incredible performance as both the house’s belabored new occupant and a ghost prostitute from the 1910s, we think it’s worth a watch. Plus, House That Never Dies II is omedy currently playing in theaters C across China. WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | AUGUST 2017 | GZ | 33 ARTS | MUSIC MUSIC | ARTS

The city of Manchester made Grande an honorary citizen in re- sponse to her support after she organized the One Love Manchester concert to raise money for the She has 13 tattoos (in- victims of the bombing that took cluding a worker bee, place at the end of her concert on May 22, 2017. the city of Manchester), butthe onlyofficial 11 symbolhave ever of been photographed or described by her.

She’s a vegan. 10 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT Despite having the world’s most iconic sleek auburn ponytail, Grande’s hair is natu- ARIANA GRANDE rally dark and curly. As the pop princess makes her China debut at the peak of her dizzying rise to stardom, That’s scours the darkest recesses of the Internet for some little-known Ariana Grande she was worried Grande Herwould mother grow has up stated to be a that se- trivia. Read on and prepare yourself for her Gloria Estefan saw Grande rial killer because of her singing on a cruise ship Dangerous Woman world tour. childhood fascination with when she was eight years horror movies. old and approached her to say, “You were meant to do this.”

On an MTV show called Cambio Goes Home With in 2010, Grande revealed that she lives in a historic LA mansion that was once owned by American director Francis Ford Coppola.

after the heroine Princess OrianaHer parents from namedFelix the her Cat: The Movie. She’s also al- lergic to cats. acting fame as Cat Valentine on theBefore Nickelodeon finding more show mainstream Victorious, Grande made her Broadway debut in 2008 at age 14 as a cheerleader named Charlotte in the musical 13. musical genre is dubstep.Her least favorite

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half-decade gap between albums may berance that some call ‘punk’ be the norm for veteran rock stars convinced Anton Newcombe, A holding on to what’s left of their music the frontman of San Francisco career. When it’s a young band with massive psych-rock band The Brian potential and a solid fan-base, it’s not so com- Jonestown Massacre, to re- mon. “We’ve been through a lot, both in and release Birdstriking’s album un-

Fan, the founding members of Beijing noise three years later. That same out of music,” explains Wang Xinjiu and He year,der his Birdstriking UK label ‘A’ went Recordings on a 25- They aren't kidding. date US tour under the manage- rock outfit Birdstriking. ment of Ricky Maymi, The Brian Birdstriking had risen through the ranks of Jonestown Massacre’s guitarist. the ChineseNot long capital’s after the rock band clubs. first Ingot 2012, together, the It was Maymi who brought up college-aged trio released their self-titled the idea of a follow-up record debut album, which was recorded by local by the Beijing-based band. They who you are,” says Birdstriking. “We wrote asked him to produce it, and he did. Beijing label Maybe Mars. The result was Holey Brain, which is slat- the second in our mid-20s. It’s less punk heroThe Yang problem? Haisong Lyrics from P.K.14like “You under can covetedcontrol ed for an August 2017 release under Maybe butthe firstmore album melodic, at the and age the of songs 20 and are we deep did the media, but you can’t control my mind” Mars once again. thoughts about ourselves rather than us tell- didn’t sit well with authorities, and because Instead of rallying cries against brain- ing people what they should or should not of a track called ‘Monkey Snake,’ Birdstriking washing, this time around the band opts for do.” didn’t see any distribution for their debut subject matters like the struggles of being 25, album in the PRC. distant relatives, and favorite sports teams. Holey Brain drops mid-August and is available at This kind of rebellious, youthful exu- www.maybemars.com. “We believe that real rock music reflects

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Hearts of Desire by Fazi Somewhere between their 2016 sophomore release The Root of Innocence studio album from Maybe Mars, Xi’an post-punk foursome The Fuzz changed their name to and this third official has survived the identity alteration. Fazi composed and recorded Hearts of Desire while on an expansiveFazi. Fortunately, 43-city the tour dreamy, of their brooding previous aesthetic record, stopping that they to explored record it on in theirpieces first everywhere two albums from the eight-track album, but it actually sounds more cohesive than their previous release; all the songsTaipei areto Wuhan. shot through Musicians with from melodic five post-punk,other bands nostalgia throughout and Chinathe occasional collaborated surf-rock with Faziriff, on especially on the album’s title track, which actually opens with the sounds of crashing waves. More lyric-heavy songs are broken up by several long, shoegaze-y interludes, especially on the aptly named ‘Beautiful Noise,’ and the record as a whole is overlaid with the feelings of move- ment and rootlessness that may have cropped up naturally from the fact that Fazi recorded it on the road.

Listen here: https://site.douban.com/FAZI/

Split by Die!ChiwawaDie! and Struggle Session This collaboration between Beijing DIY punk label Genjing Records and Guangzhou’s Qii Snacks Records is a 21-track split album from two punk bands, currently being sold in vinyl format on a slickly produced see-through record splattered with blue paint that’s somewhat at odds with the crusty songs within. Guangzhou punk-rockers Die!ChiwawaDie! open the record with a crackly 30-second funk sample, then launch into their aggressively uptempo tracks, which move at a dizzying speed, as few of them break the two-minute mark. A variety of equally raw male and female vocals plus a few evocative song titles (like ‘Classmate Chiu the Shoegazer’) make for an intriguing listen. Beijing’s Struggle Session, who just completed a tour of Spain and

isMorocco, the clearest and whosenarrative roaring, of Beijing plaintive underground fast-core angstsongs thatwere they recorded are going for thefor throughoutalbum by P.K.14’s the album.Yang Haisong, scream their way through the album’s B-side. Their final track ‘Trail of Glass’

Listen here: https://genjingrecords.bandcamp.com/album/split-12

Saboteurs by Deer Park A project conceived by Shanghai-based, New Zealand-born vocalist Nick Walsh and his cousin Shannon Walsh, who’s based in New Zealand, Deer Park offers up an impressive and nuanced album in the form of Saboteurs. The band describe themselves as having “a healthy dose of 21st century paranoia” explored through eerie, atmospheric pop songs that blend ambient electronic music with the seamless use of a trumpet and saxophone. Walsh’s soaring vocals are reminis- cent of Seattle folk rockers Fleet Foxes at times, but with completely different preoccupations. Standout tracks include ‘Re-Up’ and the poignantly unsettling ‘Birthdays.’ The band performed town, which displayed vocalist Walsh’s onstage charisma and that unlikely horn section; here’s hopingan unofficial they continuerelease show making last music month despite in Shanghai the geographical at Harley’s whilesetbacks. both core members were in

Listen at: https://deerpark.bandcamp.com/

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digital The future of sports is . It’s . also Chinese

38 / COVER STORY ome on, China!” Spectators holler as China battles Norway, erupting into applause whenever a player makes a killer move. State-of- the-art cameras record the action, then blast it onto massive screens throughout the stadium. Fangirls wear electronic headbands flashing the names of their favorite players, gig- gling and covering their faces whenever the cameras zoom in on them. Throngs of teens line up to buy official Team China jerseys; others are already wearing them. It’s the second day of Shanghai’s Overwatch World Cup qualifier. Developed and released by American video game company Blizzard Entertainment, Overwatch is a team- based shooter game that boasts 30 million players worldwide, a base it has grown in barely a year. The tournament draws a cast of characters from around the world – both onscreen and off. Aside from the players and teams, there are coaches, presenters, broadcasters, sponsors and viewers (millions of whom are watching online via live-streaming platforms like Amazon’s Twitch). Both American and Chinese commentators narrate the action. It’s an enormous operation. The players look like typical teenagers, except they wear serious facial expressions, which we see close up on a secondary set of screens projecting as they play. But the biggest screens hang above them, showing the players as their virtual selves – Overwatch game characters battling each another in fantastical settings. Team China and Team France top the day’s competitions and qualify for the next stage of the World Cup. But every team that places in Shanghai this weekend receives USD9,000. That’s over RMB10,000 per player. Not bad for a weekend of gaming. Welcome to the world of esports, where – often professional – gamers compete in multiplayer videogames in front of a live audience. Esports has transformed a onetime slacker pursuit into an industry worth millions of dollars. The idea of ‘professional video gaming’ may have seemed laughable a decade ago, but today, the esports industry is booming. Global revenue reached USD493 million in 2016 and is expected to reach a staggering USD1.5 billion by 2020, according to a market report by gaming re- searcher Newzoo. Players compete in tournaments around the world, join clubs and train daily. But nowhere is taking esports more seriously than China, the No. 1 market in the world for video games. China has more than 70 million esports enthusiasts (viewers who watch esports multiple times a month) – more than triple the US’s 20 million, according to Newzoo. Meanwhile, the

Words by Dominique Wong Additional reporting by Noelle Mateer, Vivian Liu, Jocelyn Richards, Sky Thomas Gidge and Jimmy Li COVER STORY / 39 Graphics by Iris Wang number of esports players (from recreational to money off esports in China – the players them- professional) in China is a colossal 117 million, ac- selves are, too. One way to game a paycheck? cording to consultancy group iResearch. Tournaments. In 2016, half of the 10 highest-earning esports Shenzhen Bay Sports Center is a 33,000-seat players in the world were Chinese. And while the stadium mostly used for swimming and football. US and South Korea once ruled the esports scene But on one day in June, it hosts the National – both were at the top of the tournament winnings Electronic Sports Open (NESO) warm-up competi- table until 2011, and, in the case of South Korea, tion. until 2014 – China now currently dominates the It’s here we meet 23-year-old Theeban Siva, board. who’s been competing professionally for the past The country’s esports supremacy is no coinci- seven years. Better known by his on-screen names dence. According to Beijing-based game develop- 1437 and Rose, Siva is part of TNC Pro Team, an er Chris Pfeiffer, the reason is twofold: accessibility esports team sponsored by a Philippine Internet and big business. Games in China are generally cafe chain. Siva spent a year in China playing for a free to play, meaning that instead of paying upfront team called LGD Gaming back in 2012, but says to buy a game like in the West, users can down- he “[felt] out of place constantly. You get burned load it for nothing. out really quickly.” And then, there’s Tencent. The Canadian native has been recruited by so “Tencent is massive,” says Pfeiffer, who has many teams throughout his career, he’s finding worked in the gaming industry professionally since it hard to keep track (he joined TNC Pro Team 1995 (and “not-professionally since the mid-80s”). earlier this year, his seventh team in just two The Internet giant owns WeChat, game distributor years). When asked where his team is based in WeGame and game-streaming service Douyu. It the Philippines, he shouts across the room to his also owns Riot Games, which developed League manager: “Hey, we live in Manila, right?” (Yes, they of Legends – currently the most-played esport in live in Manila.) the world. “Well,” Siva says apologetically, “I’ve only been Previous page: An esports tournament “If [your company] is big in China, that instantly with the team for three weeks.” Siva’s indiffer- held in Shenzhen (photo by Jocelyn Richards) gives you one-fifth of the world. You’re big in ence to geography belies his position on the team: Top: Team merchandise for sale at an Korea? Meh, that’s like being big in Chongqing,” captain. esports tournament (photo by Jimmy Li) Pfeiffer laughs. Eight teams participate in the NESO warm-up: Right: Esports spectators watch a live But big companies aren’t the only ones making three from China, two each from the Philippines game (photo by Jimmy Li)

40 / COVER STORY If you’re big in China, that one-fifth instantly gives you You’re Korea? of the world. big in

Meh, that’s like being big in Chongqing

and North America, and one from Europe (Greece). Spectators are mostly young men in their 20s and 30s – with the occasional girlfriend checking her phone – and a few hardcore female gamers. The stands seem a little empty, though our tour guide ensures us that “it’ll fill up later on – Chinese people don’t like to arrive early.” A glittering trophy sits between the two teams during play. The atmosphere is tense but Chinese team Newbee, who are about to enter their third game, seem pretty relaxed. One team member is even yawning. The team goes on to win three-nil, and later ends up blitzing the entire tournament. After fending off Newbee’s rabid fans – one asks for a signature from the MVP – we catch up with team member Damian “kpii” Chok. “It’s amazing,” he says. “Our team is known for getting second place all the time, and now finally we’ve [won] something.” Originally from Australia, Chok moved to China to play Dota 2 (the country is regarded as one of the best in the world at the game, and as Siva tells That’s: “Dota has the most prize money”). Esports in China is like a professional sport, Chok says. “In Australia it’s just a game.” Chok’s daily ‘professional life’ is strenu- ous, though it may sound like leisure time to some. “We’re pretty much in a house every day and just play games. We practice six to eight hours a day, seven days a week,” he says, adding that the team “occasionally have a day off and go for food and a movie, or whatever, but usually, it’s just staying in the house.” Chok say’s he’s “living the dream.”

COVER STORY / 41 practice hours We six to eight a day, seven a week. But Of course Below: Team China competes at the days I’m Overwatch World Cup qualifier in China (photo by Jimmy Li) Right (top to bottom): Team Newbee pre- , it’s like the dream pares to enter the stage; Team Newbee happy living battles it out in a game of Dota 2; the esports stage from below (photos by Jocelyn Richards)

Not all talented esports players follow the professional road. Semi-pro Li “zipninja” Jun plays esports on the live-streaming site Huomao. “I play attacking games like Street Fighter,” the 33-year-old tells us over coffee in Beijing. “These kinds of games haven’t reached maturity in China. I want to help increase their popularity here, so I signed a contract [with Huomao].” Live-streaming is a popular way for esports players to earn money, as the last couple of years have seen a proliferation of live-streaming sites in China. People game in real time for real audiences and in exchange for real cash, and streaming platforms offer lucrative contracts when they believe a player will draw ple’s attitudes will change. People will probably traffic to their site. always view girls who game exceptionally as Li says his Huomao contract forbids hims cool, badass people.” him from revealing his salary, but he says it is Zhao describes a competition in her home “stable” and that he’s content with his status city of Nanning. “It was a big deal – from locals as a semi-pro. “If you’re a pro player, many to regionals and nationals. I became the first things influence whether you succeed or not. female player ever to get into the finals,” she The nature of gaming is cruel. One or two min- says proudly. “This gave me a lot of atten- utes can determine the result of a tournament, tion and helped build up my fanbase. It [also] which could determine your whole career.” increased awareness of female gamers in the Li travels regularly to compete. At last year’s professional industry.” Evolution tournament in Las Vegas he placed The esports industry is overwhelmingly 256 out of 5,000, he tells That’s Beijing. “I like male-dominated. Of the few female esports the attention and satisfaction of competing in players who do compete, the ones abroad tournaments.” generally perform better than their Chinese Fame and fortune also drew gamer Xiao counterparts (no Chinese player made last Zhao to the industry. She regularly attends year’s female top 10 esports earnings list). Yet tournaments both here and elsewhere in according to a 2017 report by Newzoo, across China, telling us: “I love having a lot of fans.” the 13 countries surveyed, 46 percent of gam- Zhao worked in a bank for four years before ers are women. So it’s not that women aren’t being approached to work as a producer at playing games; they just aren’t competing on Panda TV, an esports live-streaming service the same professional level. founded by Wang Sicong, the son of one of Zhao attributes this discrepancy to players’ China’s richest men, Dalian Wanda Group objectives. “There are a lot of female gamers founder Wang Jianlin. in the industry – especially League of Legends “It’s rare to see a girl at this level,” Zhao – but instead of trying to become a serious says. “The guy gamers feel protective towards pro gamer, they’re just in the business for live- me. Even though I see more pro female es- streaming. They may be beautiful or sing really ports players in the future, I don’t think peo- well. Rich guys give them [monetary] ‘gifts’

42 / COVER STORY COVER STORY / 43 [on streaming websites]. They’re not nec- tion.” Known for their harsh environment, consoles anywhere in China (though a gray essarily gaming because they like it.” military-style discipline and even electric market existed in many Chinese cities). Another reason may be societal expecta- shock therapy, the camps are less retreat, Despite lifting the console ban, the tions. “Parents don’t think girls should play. more bootcamp. The consequences can State General Administration of Press Girls are expected to be docile. be deadly. Last year, a 16-year-old Chinese and Publication still occasionally prohibits “Older people think that playing games girl killed her mother after being sent to an games from the mainland, including shooter negatively impacts studies or sleep and Internet addiction bootcamp, claiming she game Battlefield 4 for “endangering national health. When I was little I’d go into the elec- had been beaten and abused at the center. security” and World War II-themed Hearts of tronics store and my dad would say, ‘If you Earlier this year, the Chinese government Iron for “distorting history.” In July, the state- come in here again, I’ll break your leg!’” drafted a cyberprotection law that hopes to run People’s Daily lambasted Tencent’s For many parents of young gamers, protect camp attendees from such abuse. mega-popular mobile game Honor of Kings, China’s obsession with esports is no laugh- Due to fear of their negative effect on for its “negative energy.” Following this criti- ing matter. The nation is infamous for its children, video game consoles were officially cism, Tencent’s share price plunged and Internet addiction camps, where worried banned in China between 2000 and 2015. the company began limiting the amount of parents send their kids, sometimes for Firms such as Microsoft and Sony were pro- time children could play the game. months on end, in the hopes of “rehabilita- hibited from making and selling their gaming But Chinese views towards gaming are

Clockwise from top: Game developer Chris Pfeiffer at his start-up space in Beijing; World Cyber Arena deputy general manager Li Yanfei (photos by Dominique Wong); a fan girl wears the name of her favorite player on her head- band at Shanghai's Overwatch World Cup qualifier (photo by Jimmy Li); inside a live e-sports broadcasting room at WCA (photo by Dominique Wong)

44 / COVER STORY changing. Zhao’s own parents eventually sity that is administered by the Ministry of expertise in the planning, management and came to accept her passion: “[My parents Education, is the first university in China to design of games,” she says. were unsure] because I am a girl, and gam- introduce an undergraduate esports major, Though China’s Ministry of Education ing was seen as financially unstable. But which will be offered to students from the approved the major, the professor says they became especially supportive after I beginning of this school year. it’s an industry-led effort. Of the 20 stu- hosted a competition in Guangdong. They “It’s actually called ‘Digital Entertainment,’” dents that will graduate from CUC’s ‘Digital realized that gaming could be very serious a CUC staff member tells us during a visit Entertainment’ program each year, 10 and professional.” to the campus in east Beijing. The staff will have the opportunity to work at Hero Semi-pro Li tells us his family also member, who asks to remain anonymous, Entertainment, the program’s official partner. changed their attitudes – after he proved teaches in the same department as the new “The company has had some difficulties in that he was doing well. “They only accept it major. “The name ‘esports’ is too broad – esports media – no one knows what to do. if you are playing to get some tangible ben- [CUC’s] major covers esports organization, They have a lot of people from elsewhere in efit and not wasting time,” he says. broadcasting, esports event management TV or media but no one [has specialized in Authorities may be softening their anti- and the fan economy.” esports].” esports stance as well. The Communication “We expect the program to contribute to Local governments show more direct University of China (CUC), a public univer- the [esports] industry through our students’ support for the esports industry. Take

COVER STORY / 45 People will probably always view girls who game as exceptionally cool, badass people

Yinchuan, a prefecture-level city located in than east, the local government is keen to at- Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region in central China, tract people to the area. Aside from that, esports for example. Each year the city hosts the grand attracts social media platforms and big tech finals of World Cyber Arena (WCA), the world’s companies. [The local government] hopes these biggest “third-party” (a party unrelated to the industries will gravitate to the area.” game developer) esports tournament. Based in WCA is also focused on educating young peo- China since 2014, WCA live-streams matches ple about esports, and have partnered up with an that take place around the world to screens in education group to provide esports-related ma- equally diverse places. terials and exams for students wanting to work in On a visit to the company’s Beijing office, it’s the industry. two minutes until show time. In the production Opportunities in China’s esports industry may room, we meet a handful of producers loung- seem limitless. But, while the industry insiders ing in chairs in front of a wall of monitors. The we talk to are adamant it will supplant tradi- sceens display scenes from a live Dota 2 game tional sports in the future, they express trepida- and two hosts (who happen to be sitting in tion about the path they’re taking to get there. front of a green screen in the room next-door). Question marks over the industry’s infrastructure, “We’re on in one, two, three,…” a producer says. or lack thereof, remain. The hosts begin chatting animatedly and we are Activision Blizzard, the parent company of quickly shuffled out of the room. Blizzard Entertainment, is hoping to address this. Inside the office of WCA’s deputy general The company recently announced plans to cre- manager Li Yanfei (no relation to Li Jun), we’re ate a professional Overwatch league based on told that WCA’s Yinchuan tournament is spon- intercity rivalries. Many in the industry are calling sored by the local government. it a potential game-changer, and the company “They fund our activities partly because of has already sold franchise teams to owners in policies, such as ‘One Belt, One Road,’ that are Seoul, Los Angeles and New York. Buyers in- aimed at attracting industry to the region,” Li clude powerful sporting identities such as Robert Yanfei explains. “As Yinchuan is out west, rather Kraft, the owner of the New England Patriots, an

46 / COVER STORY American football team, and Jeff Wilpon, the chief operating officer of the New York Mets baseball team. The franchise model is similar to that of traditional sports, and as senior director of esports Lawrence Chi says Blizzard hopes to blur the distinction between the two even further. As he tells That’s Beijing: “A lot of [our model] will be taking a page from other sports: recap shows, debate shows, [and] if there’s some drama, let’s roll with it. Let’s get the fans in- volved and tell these stories.” Meanwhile, despite lacking the same resources as companies like Activision Blizzard, grassroots esports communities are gaining momentum. In Beijing, esports group BiB Community hosts a Opposite page: Team Newbee player Song monthly amateur Street Fighter tournament at Paddy Chun is awarded MVP of the NESO tournament O’Sheas. The Irish pub, known as one of the best (photo by Jocelyn Richards) sports bars in the city, has broadened its program- This page, top to bottom: esports players in ac- ming to include esports alongside a traditional roster tion; game developer Blizzard Entertainment’s of rugby and football. logo is displayed prominently on stage The tournament attracts a diverse bunch of people (photo by Jimmy Li) from both local and afar. Huddled around monitors underneath a big-screen projector, players compete amid a whirlwind of flashy digital animation. Behind the main group, curious bar patrons turn into acci- dental esports spectators. “LJ, you’re a legend!” someone says, half-exas- peratedly, half-admirably, as Li Jun eviscerates his opponent. Co-organizer of the event Rick Liu hopes to turn BiB Community into a proper company. Things are looking good: they’re already in talks with sponsors and a live-streaming site. But, in the esports industry, one can never be sure. Companies take off, making millions – or they implode. Whatever happens, Liu and co will keep at it. “Playing games gets you a lot of friends,” Liu says. “It’ll never make you feel lonely. A sense of belonging is very important. That’s why we run this.”

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DEAR JAMIE Mother Dearest

Dear Jamie, I’ve been teaching English in the PRD for over a year now, and in the last few months I’ve been sleeping with the single mother of one of my students. It was

and I need to break it off. I teach her son atgood their fun home, at first, so butsimply now avoiding I’m in too her deep isn’t an option. I’m worried that when I end things, she might cause problems for me. She is friends with the parents of all my other students, so she may get me in trouble

and I’m scared to be on the receiving end.with them too. This lady has a fiery side I can’t afford to lose any work be-

can I end this relationship without put- tingcause my I need job and all thereputation money Iat can risk? get. How -Gutless in Guangdong SOCIAL SKILLS Dear Gutless, You, sir, are a bad bunny. In English there’s a saying about sleeping areas and Books and Brews bathroom habits – the Chinese equiva- lent? ‘A good rabbit doesn’t eat the grass This isn’t your mother’s book club. Books and ing their favorites from a shortlist each month. around its burrow.’ Yet here you are with Brews updates the tradition of discussing reads Past picks have included classics such as 1984 a tale of eaten grass, exposed holes and in small groups by throwing in something dif- and Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray, a question about how to not ‘risk your ferent: craft beer. plus more contemporary novels like Shelter, reputation.’ Sorry, but that boat set sail Members gather at local brewpub Bionic to the moment you crossed the line from talk about each month’s pick – decided through American family. Tommy’s pedagogue to mommy’s play- a democratic vote – over brimming glasses centeredAlthough around the the reading dark materialsecrets of so a farKorean- has thing. of whatever’s on tap. Gatherings are held on Don’t overreact. Fiery side or not, Sunday evenings and usually see around 6-10 switch things up. August, for example, will be it’s unlikely this woman plans to run people, making for cozy discussions. leaned towards literary fiction, Jin is happy to - hand-in-hand into the sunset with you. Membership is free and open to all. lar vote swung in favor of Persepolis, an autobi- Stop teaching the student at home and Founder Winnie Jin started the group intending ographicalthe club’s first coming-of-age graphic novel tale month, set in 1980sand popu Iran. avoid any alone time with the woman, if “to build a community with common interests.” possible. As for the combination of beer with books: language options does come with a downside: If she doesn’t get the message, you “Taprooms have a great vibe – they’re not usu- mostHaving readers such will a have diverse to stick array to of e-books English- due may have to be more direct – how she ally too crowded, and people aren’t too drunk. to lack of availability in local bookstores. reacts is up to her. They’re unpretentious and inviting, which is But for non-traditionalists, there’s still a lot -Jamie exactly what I want the book club to be.” to love about this cool, quirky group. In between meetups, the more than 80 Got a problem? Jamieinchina@outlook. members mostly communicate in the WeChat To join the WeChat group, add Winnie Jin at ID com. group, suggesting new books and then choos- ‘winniejin-.’

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TAKE FIVE Do you get a lot of backlash from people in public and online? If so, how do you deal with it? Sister Tomato Usually when I perform outside there’s not much harassment, of course if there is I’ll deal with Shenzhen’s very own viral drag queen, it rationally. After all, I get that they don’t under- who goes by the stage name ‘Sister stand me. I understand their mindset of judging Tomato,’ has been performing for years someone by their appearance. - ter she staged a photoshoot in a grocery What’s your day job? now. Her fame really blew up, though, af

only performing at nightclubs, but also in many busi- andstore leather with a undiesfriend lastwith May. a heart-shaped Her outfit nessMy settings daily worklike parties, is more auto fulfilling shows, than etc. before, At home not if cutoutof choice? in the Knee-high back, of boots,course. a crop top I have nothing to do I live stream and exercise! Since then the fashionista and dancer has been on a role with cameos Biggest role model, dead or alive? in viral videos, performance gigs and a Weibo following of well over 700,000. My role models are Michael Jackson and [singer/ We talked to her this past month. dancer] Coco Lee.

When did you decide that you wanted What’s your favorite clothing brand? Bar in to become Internet famous? Shenzhen? I started doing this eight years ago, I like Versace and Gucci for giving me great in- at the time I was still in the small com- spiration, but besides appreciating others I’ve also munity of college, but my popularity was been trying hard to create my own style. I don’t like still very high, even the famous profes- going out to bars, I prefer quiet, romantic places. sors nearby knew me! I was very happy and proud, so I decided to keep going! You can follow Sister Tomato on Weibo at handle ‘Super God Tomato’ (超级男神西红士).

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SNOOKER STARS READY TO ROCK Guangzhou's Battle of the Green Baize Set to Be Red Hot Text by Matt Horn, photos by Tai Chengzhe

The world's top snooker stars will spice. That said, he knows he faces a tough be turning up the heat in Guangzhou battle in round one against the latest tal- this month as they battle for the 2017 ented Chinese teenager Yan Bingtao. Evergrande China Championship in a city "It will be a tough match," he admits, one former world champion believes is the "because he will be a Top-16 player within a home of snooker in China. couple of years." Yan, 17, became the young- Stuart Bingham was runner-up to John est amateur world champion in 2014 and looks destined for stardom. held in the Guangzhou Gymnasium last While practice and matches come November,Higgins in the and inaugural he can't wait invitational to go one event better this time around. Guangzhou last November. "They tell me that Guangzhou is where first,"It's Bingham a lively says place he and, enjoyed if my being friend in a lot of the top Chinese players come from," explains the 41-year-old, who was top of the bit more of it this year," he explains. world in 2015 and thinks that may have an comes over from Hong Kong, I hope to see a impact on the crowds. last month at a ceremony attended by de- "In some Chinese cities snooker is not as This year's event was officially launched popular as others but the crowds were good fendingThe championdecision to Higgins, upgrade China's the event biggest from he recalls. "I've got good memories and I anstar invitational Ding Junhui to and a world Hong ranking Kong's eventMarco Fu. madelast year, some especially good friends the semis there." and the final," Bingham is delighted the snooker calen- inaugural Evergrande champion last year. dar has a number of big events in China and was announced when Higgins became the he believes the fact the Guangzhou event has ranking status this year adds an extra bit of Qualifiers took place earlier this summer and a strong field is heading to Guangzhou. World snooker chairman Barry Hearn

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Guangzhou is where a lot of the top Chinese players come from

a total prize fund of GBP700,000 (RMB6.2 million) up for grabs, with the winner pocketing GBP150,000 (RMB1.33 million). When the heat in southern

away in an air-conditioned snook- erChina hall is is at always its fiercest, a good hiding option. It’s even better if you can sit back and enjoy seeing the game played at the highest level. So head to the Guangzhou Sport University Gymnasium this August for some world-class sport.

Aug 16-22, various times. Guangzhou Sport University Gymnasium, 1268 Guangzhou Dadao, Tianhe District, Guangzhou 广州市天河区广州大道中 1268 号

told worldsnooker.com: "We are thrilled to be working with the promoter Evergrande and the CBSA on this event. Our global calendar gets busier every year and this is a major addition. Alongside our partners in China we are creating a very bright future for the sport." There will be a liberal sprinkling of home talent in action but also much interest in seeing the game's best players, including current world champion Mark

former world champions Judd Trump andSelby, Neil defending Robertson. champion Higgins, and One of the biggest attractions will certainly be fans' favorite ‘Rocket’ Ronnie O'Sullivan, who begins his campaign against Sam Baird. The tournament starts on Wednesday, August 16, and will see a

Tuesday, August 22. In addition to valu- abletotal worldof 70 matchesranking points,with the there final is on also

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THE TRUTH BEHIND THE TICKLE Why You Should Never Shrug Off a Cough By Dr. Adam Koh

tickle in the throat, a rattle in the you should be evaluated for sleep apnea. chest, a nighttime hack that is dis- apnea. A third possible cause of a nagging A rupting your sleep – these are all like Infectionsasthma, acid and reflux environmental or obstructive triggers sleep cough may be the medications you’re tak- examples of lingering coughs that deserve like pollen and pollutants can certainly ing. Common examples include OTC nasal some attention. decongestant sprays or blood pressure Before reaching for the closest medica- - medications. - trollingcause acute the conditionflares of asthma. with your If you current have a The former may help relieve a runny mine what caused the cough. One common medications,history of asthma do speak and haveto your difficulty doctor confor - tion, however, it’s important to first deter further evaluation. cessive use will cause nasal membranes and swelling of airways – which can result in Sometimes a chronic cough could be a tonose swell, or nasal producing congestion more atcongestion, first, but ex atrigger cough, is wheezing bronchitis and – or shortness the inflammation of breath - post-nasal drip and coughing. As for blood when severe. The most common cause of ily treatable. See your doctor if you have bronchitis is the aftermath of a cold or other beensign of burping acid reflux. excessively, Fortunately, with symptomsthis is eas of people who take ACE inhibitors will develop viral infection. Runny noses or nasal conges- heartburn or regurgitation. apressure chronic, medications, dry cough as one a side out effect. of every five tion often clear within a few days, but the - Finally, dry air – common in the win- virus can irritate the airway and cause a ing up at night gasping or ter – can irritate the nasal passages and persistent cough that lasts weeks or If you find yourselfchoking, snoring or loudly,tired during wak airways, causing a cough. But too high a even months. the day with dis- humidity may not be helpful either: moist Sometimes, a viral cold can rupted sleep, ask air can be a trigger for asthma and encour- make our throats or airways your doctor if age the growth of dust mites and mold. so raw that bacteria invade, causing a secondary infection. are ideal. If you develop a fever or pains HumiditySo, when levels is a of visit 40 toor the50 percentdoctor war indoors- along with a lingering cough, ranted? In persistent coughs, it is important see your doctor. to treat secondary bacterial infections and Antibiotics cannot cure more importantly, to exclude any underlying viral illness and they may medical conditions. Apart from the physical have a limited role, espe- examination, the doctor may order a chest x- cially if the period of ray, blood work or a lung function test. illness has been very Speak to your doctor if your cough is interfering with your sleep, exercise or daily may be prescribed ifshort. your However, doctor they breathing; if you have a large amount of spu- suspects a bac- tum,life; if or you blood-stained, are wheezing, rust-colored with difficulty sputum; terial infection. if you have a fever lasting more than three It is also more days or if there are any associated symp- common for the toms with your persistent cough, like loss doctor to use of weight or appetite, unexplained fatigue antibiotics for or pain. patients who smoke, Remember, a cough is only a symptom, have chronic lung not a disease, and often the importance of a problems or are im- cough can only be determined when other mune-compromised. symptoms are evaluated. Apart from infections from Dr. Adam Koh has over 20 years of clinical viruses or bac- experience and is teria, inhalation currently working as of smoke, dust a family physician at or chemical Sing Health Medical, solvents can also 2 Xiancun Lu, Tianhe irritate the thin District, Guangzhou 广州市天河区冼村路2 mucosal lining of the 号 (020-3739 2500, airway, causing a chronic 020-3739 2566, www. cough. singhealth.asia). Mon- A second possible cause is Fri 9am-7pm, Sat-Sun underlying medical conditions, 9am-3pm

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THE ART OF CHARM Bond-esque Lessons to Make Friends and Influence People By Lena Gidwani

he name is Bond, James Bond. Admit it: great idea to boot. For brownie points, com- you’ve thought about how immensely effort – or so it seems. awesome it would be to spend a day T of firstUnbeknownst impressions to with many, the popular most minimal opinion of during conversations, but not in every single - has it that there are about 1,001 different sentence.mit names to memory and use them fittingly rounded by fast cars, badass adventure, gor- ways to charm the pants off someone, and geouswith this folks fictional and ridiculous yet iconic spy gentleman, gadgets. sur it isn’t about getting them to think highly of 3. Smile, Smile, Smile But there’s something else that attracts you. Rather, it’s about getting them to feel This simple act goes a long way, and us to Bond, and it’s not just his sophisticated good when they are around you. lifestyle or accessories. It’s how he truly Given that August is the month when those pearly whites and smile the right way, embodies so many of the qualities that we international schools open, families move forbrings the oodleswrong ofkind joy of and smile confidence. (think the But Joker) flash - into town and parties are in full swing, it only can be far worse than not smiling at all. risma, self-control, independence and charm, mixedlustfully with admire: plenty confidence, of dapperness strength, and a cha bit of advice from the charm experts, namely Tony 4. Find Common Ground unadulterated, brute force. And without any seems fitting that we dish out some solid As the world grows more connected, effort whatsoever, he seems to magically hold are a few simple ways to charm others and, there is always common ground to be found, the world in his hands, but he’d just as easily asRobbins, Dale Carnegie Jordan Harbinger would say, and win the friends likes. and Here so keep searching as it can help develop emo- give it all away. If your heart just skipped a tional connections and build familiarity. beat, you’re not alone. are or what you do. So, what does it take to be charming? Are influence people, regardless of how old you 5. Mind your Manners charmers born or made? 1. Be Genuinely Interested in Others No one likes a talkative Google-like Before we get into the nitty gritty of this In the words of the late Richard Avedon, know-it-all. When someone is talking, don't most interesting of self-help topics, it is criti- charm is the ability to be truly interested in interrupt them. To actively listen, turn off that cal to note the key difference here: charm others. Be curious, but not pushy. Ask ques- nagging inner voice and stop thinking about is not straight-up manipulation. We’re not tions, but the right ones only. And be truly what you’re going to say next. Listen, hear trying to trick someone into liking us, but genuine, for no one wants a sycophant in them out and then respond at the right time. striving to present ourselves in the best light their midst. Most of all, stop getting frivolous- Finally, in true-blue Bond-esque style, re- possible. Those who have charm down pat ly sidetracked by technology. Like Bond, it’s have the innate ability to make others feel as cool to keep up with the times, but you need rags and invest in a quality wardrobe that though they have known them forever, even if to master it, not be a slave to it. spect yourself by ditching those old, ill-fitting they just met them 20 minutes ago. They ask As Bond once said in Thunderball, “I the right questions at the right time, display 2. Say My Name, Say My Name flaunts your every curve and/or muscles. a sense of avid curiosity, praise without go- Oh, Destiny’s Child, a great song, and a ing too far and create the most remarkable think he’s got the point.” Hello, Charmer!

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dinnerMinikor saw graciously delighted set guests aside itsorder first extra floor dishes for an toevent get athat better almost sense looked of Minikor’s like it might evolving be rained menu out,while but sipping instead on brought Fiji water together and other a group drinks of 20included from the inUS, the South set. Korea,The night Italy, ended China with and a more, lucky all draw, of whom including were vouchers interested for in Minikor Minikor’s and unique an indoor blend golf of andfusion gym food. at Atlife. Starting An atextra 7pm gift and arrived lasting at until the end 9pm, when the Minikor offered everyone homemade kimchi and rice cakes, along with RMB50 worth in vouchers for those who didn’t win anything in the lucky draw.

2017 Bastille Day Celebration at Sofitel Canton Plage 2017 – The French National Day

(Supported by ) Celebration in Guangzhou (Supported by ) Ballroom, and saw over 600 guests attend the celebration. Mr. Bertrand The 2017 edition of Canton Plage – or French National Day – was organ- Furno,The annual the Consul Bastille General Day was of heldFrance on inJuly Guangzhou, 14 at Sofitel and Guangzhou Mr. Deng Grand ized by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China (CCIFC), - dence in the future cooperation between China and France and wished on July 14. Cocktails made by restaurant and bar La Médina kept the night theHaiguang, two countries Vice Governor all the bestof Guangdong going forward. province, expressed their confi goingGuangzhou till late. Nikko The FrenchHotel and and the Chinese General communities Consulate of gathered France in around Guangzhou the

and the impact of French culture. Many activities entertained over 550 guests,splendid who pool were and offered garden swimsuitsof the five-star from hotel Decathlon to celebrate in gift bagsBastille made Day by FFG. Other sponsors included Red Pony French wines, San Miguel beers, La Crêperie Maggy and Maison Délice, among many others.

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In celebration of Deutschland, the German Chamber of Commerce threw a two-day festival on June 30 and July 1 appropriately titled ‘Discover and engineers. Attendees tasted original German burgers, beer and traditional snacks, while being offered the chance to view just-released German Germany.’ Still in its first year, the event featured numerous German brands, products, culture, innovation, education and food from the land of poets cars and find out which German company builds tunnels for Chinese high-speed railways.

Moulin Rouge Party at Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou (Supported by ) Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou hosted a Moulin Rouge Party on July 8 at Ebony and Jin Bar. Moulin Rouge is best known as the spiritual birthplace of the modern form of the can-can dance. Originally introduced as a seductive dance by the courtesans who operated from the site, the can-can dance revue evolved into a form of entertainment of its own and led to the introduction of cabarets across Europe. The party recreated the vibe of Moulin dance, music by a talented DJ and of course plenty of tasty appetizers and gin-infused cocktails. Rouge to bring the romance and passion of Paris to Guangzhou. Guests were entertained with the original can-can dance and jazz, a riveting fire

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he Asian Music Gala 2017 was held promotional tourism event was held o celebrate Marriott International’s by Tencent LiveMusic and MTV at by Nepal authorities at the Crowne Employer Brand Campaign 'To The TGuangzhou Gymnasium on July 19. A Plaza Guangzhou City Centre on July T Many a famous Chinese singer performed, 8, targeting Chinese tourists and followers of treated more than 80 local major media to a entertaining audiences with their popular Shakyamuni Buddhism. The occasion aimed to sumptuousJourney,' dinner China in its Hotel, Crystal A Marriott Ballroom Hotel on songs. introduce potential travelers to Nepal, a coun- the evening of June 30. During the event, young try with beautiful scenery and rich Buddhist hoteliers chatted about the industry, while sev- culture. eral guests were invited to share their stories.

n art exhibition Aentitled High-Tension: 8 Winners of the Marcel Duchamp Prize was held at Times Museum this past month to showcase inspiring works by eight talented French artists.

n July 1, Urban Family joined hands with OGuangzhou Trinity n July 8, a Dubai roadshow landed to organize a Trinity Family at Winter Square, GTLand Mall in ZootopiaInternational Party Kindergarten that hosted Guangzhou. Organized by Dubai O more than 20 families from Tourism, the show featured presentations different countries. The little of popular food and destinations in Dubai, ones enjoyed a DIY t-shirt art including Lapita Dubai Park and Resort and class and a Chinese storytell- Viceroy Palm Jumeirah Dubai. Chinese cur- ing class held in a festive rently enjoy on-arrival visa to Dubai, mak- room decorated with bal- ing it a convenient destination for even a loons. short vacation.

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FOOD, DRINK & EVENTS IN GUANGZHOU

Soak up the Sun Why we’re raving about Sun in Sky’s new wine bar, p71

Organic Eats Michelin Experience P66 P76

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In a word: forgettable. But still a notch or two up two or But still a notch forgettable. In a word: this article using a envisioned initially While we At RMB7 a pop (two for RMB12), and with a two- for RMB7 a pop (two At cooking time, this 7-11 dim sum dish is both minute it the next Consider prepare. to and easy affordable a catching before breakfast need a speedy time you lunch. as a light even or maybe Hong Kong to train Chicken, Bamboo Shoot and Corn Changfen (三宝肠粉) of 7-11 changfen While still palatable, this variety Seemingly of the two. the weaker is unquestionably lack the corn than meat,filled with more the wraps such a suc changfen the pork that make flavor savory culent snack. sold on the sushi-esque rice rolls the bizarre from shelf above. puking up the colors of 7-11’s logo, we to reference the by surprised pleasantly were admit we to have and quality. flavor dish’s microwavable 2/5 Changfen: Corn Bamboo Shoot and Chicken, - -

Our only complaint? The rice wrapping is a little tougher than you’d than you’d is a little tougher complaint? The rice wrapping only Our : those delightful rice wraps that look kind of like flaccid dolphin that look kind of like rice wraps : those delightful hangfen Guangzhouer’s self-respecting an essential part of any penises and are of the dim sum dish and big fans are aside, we morning meal. Dong joke

normally get at a restaurant, but we reckon that’s to be expected of a pre- be expected that’s to reckon but we get at a restaurant, normally meal. microwavable packaged 4/5 Changfen: Pork Pork ChangfenPork (酱香肉肠粉) a shelf with, this it shares the questionable egg-salad sandwiches Unlike of all three devoured We is edible and tasty. heat-it-and-eat-it changfen even pork, amount of ground with a generous filled are which the rolls, so famously are lack that ‘special sauce’ changfen regrettably they though with. served have made a concerted effort to try every variety available, from egg- and veg from available, variety every try to effort a concerted made have

cruised over to give it a try. What we found may surprise you… surprise may found What we it a try. give to cruised over shrimp and even melon. So, when we heard 7-11 stores are now selling micro now are 7-11 stores heard we melon. So, when shrimp and even and Mobike hopped on the nearest of the popular dish, we versions waveable to eloquently prepared rolls stuffed with pork, chicken, chicken, with pork, stuffed rolls prepared eloquently to etable-filled changfen C C By Matthew Bossons We Tried 7-11’s New Rice Noodle Rolls and Lived and Rolls Rice Noodle New 7-11’s Tried We CHANGFEN CHRONICLES GRAPE VINE

THE SCANDALOUS SCOOP OLDIE BUT GOODIE We’re digging: Minor Cafe

Open for a year, Minor Cafe regrettably slipped under our radar until now – perhaps in part because it’s located an inconvenient 15-minute walk from Tancun Metro Station. Had we discovered it six months ago, it would have easily made our list of Guangzhou’s 5 Best New Cafes of 2017 (So Far). Right away, the interior strikes us as original, with irregular geometric structures that echo elements of deconstructivism. A conceptual mural behind the bar adds a

naturalsplash of sunlight. color to For the aotherwise more comfortable stark first din - ingfloor experience seating area, and which view, makedoesn’t your let inway much up Conrad Guangzhou’s new Yun Pavilion, a the winding wooden staircase to the bright posh restaurant putting a Cantonese spin and spacious upper level. It’s an amazingly on molecular gastronomy (p68); movie quiet, inspiring place to work remotely from nights over endless wine at Sun in Sky your laptop – just make sure to come with (p71); the burly burgers held together with knives at M’eat, a Western diner-like eat- power outlets. contrary to what the cashier will tell you, is ery in Pazhou (p67); Jurassic BBQ, which fully-chargedThe menu devices, is as creative as we ascouldn’t the interior, find any Japanese muffin with fruit (RMB47), which, - took over Pandan Indonesian Cuisine’s old full of imaginatively plated Western salads cakes. It’s a dish we’ll happily order again, spot on Jianshe Liu Malu (review coming and pastas, brunch classics and desserts. Our whenin fact – a not stack if – of we three return. delightfully fluffy pan soon!); a new line of summer salads from salmon roe and crab stick salad (RMB42), Sunshine Fruits (WeChat: juab001). arrives almost too beautiful to eat. When we Price: RMB80 Nearest metro: Tancun, 15 minutes a touch heavy on the dressing – but sadly We’re done with: finally dig in, it’s intensely flavorful – maybe Open daily, 9am-8.30pm; Shop 101, 250 Tancun digital menu a second time, we decide on the Lu, Tianhe District 天河区潭村路250号101铺 (186 not filling enough for lunch. Scanning the 0200 4642)

Xingsheng Lu, with M9 and La Marina closingwhat appears this past to month;be the official the obnoxiously end of loud (and off-key) beats that blare from Lucky Jack’s outdoor speakers on otherwise pleasant afternoons at the pier; food scares involving oil brewed from rotting pig carcasses in Zengcheng District; KFC’s strawberry soft-serve and McDonald’s minion-blood burgers.

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COCKTAIL Summer Cup Soliciting bartenders for drink recipes usu- 25ml sugar syrup ally yields terse instructions, a few meas- 100ml water urements and an unusable photo. 50ml Sipsmith London Cup Not with Lola Lau. After we requested the perfect end-of-summer sip, she opted to send a video – time lapse, ingredient Garnish cards and all. Cucumber slices This demanded an on-the-ground in- Orange slices spection where we heard the summer cup Mint is the upscale answer to our previously featured Pimm’s Cup – think the landscaped 1. Add lemon juice, sugar syrup and water lawns of Wimbledon versus the seedy Soho and stir. of yesteryear. The prime ingredient? The 2. Add the Sipsmith London Cup and stir sweet Sipsmith London Dry Gin, creating a again. decidedly mild drink further relaxed by ice 3. Garnish with “whatever you like.” and garnishing. Recipe provided by our friend Lola Lao at The Compass, 39/F, Wongtee V Hotel, Futian District, Ingredients Shenzhen 深圳市福田区金田路皇庭V酒店39楼 (0755- 8270 7559) 25ml lemon juice

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Roujiamou 肉夹馍

Ah, the classic: juicy shredded pork on a Shaanxi-style bun. Find it where lamian.

you find Lanzhou

Gua Bao 割包

Gua Bao are pork belly sandwiches from Taiwan (but don't expect yours to be shaped like a paw unless you get it from Little Ming in Topwin Center, Beijing).

Fu Qi Fei Pian Guo Kui 夫妻肺片锅盔

The sandwich of Sichuan: beef heart, tripe and tongue soaked in chili oil and thrown on a bun.

Lamb Shaobing 羊肉芝麻烧饼

Find this halal snack on Lanpu Lu in Guangzhou on Friday afternoons.

Lurou Huoshao 驴肉火烧

Nothing says ‘North China’ like a donkey burger from Hebei. We hear they sell ‘em in South China too: Mall of the World, level B1 (by the movie theater).

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OK, maybe these aren’t technically sandwiches, but they’re pretty damn close. Looking to try a Chinese WHAT IS A SANDWICH, ANYWAY? take on meat between bread? Look no further. COMPILED BY NOELLE MATEER, IMAGE BY VICTOR LIU

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and honey (RMB55) to the squid stuffed with All of this can and should be paired with pork, rice and onions sauteed in orange juice wine (RMB150-600), if only because it’s sum- SLOW LIFE (RMB45, three pieces). The former is tasty but mertime and Slow Life desperately wants you treats lettuce as a garnish, so if you prefer more to chill out (see below). Relax, You’re Here veggies order the green apple caramel walnut By Jocelyn Richards salad served on a bed of rocket and romaine (RMB42). The Vibe For appetizers, bet on a platter of 18-hours As Ding told us on our visit: “Guangzhou is a The Place slow-cooked pork belly mini burgers (RMB42 busy city where everyone is always rushing, for two pieces) or the pan-fried foie gras with so hopefully this is a place where people can Tucked in a fairly ‘local’ food plaza off of caramel apple (RMB78, three pieces). come to relax and enjoy life with friends and Huangpu Avenue, where shoppers still do Save room for a couple mains, of which we family.” head-turns upon spotting laowai, Slow Life is thoroughly enjoyed the slow-cooked salmon You can’t really force guests to slow reassuringly chicer than its surroundings. with handmade pasta (RMB80), even if it down, but Slow Life tries its best by providing Inside, “mixed-culture decor” – a blend seemed heavy on the cream for a restaurant a reasonably quiet, private atmosphere, smart priding itself on being nutritious. wait staff and innocuous dinner music that Scandinavian furniture – creates a sleek, You might try the steak instead – spe- shouldn’t leave you irritated. If all else fails, modernof Chinese vibe, porcelain while rustic tile flooring ‘Welcome’ and signs remember the wine. hung with twine and a wall of fresh herbs served with roasted vegetables and a creamy grown onsite make the space feel homey. cifically the Australian wagyu ribeye (250g) Price: RMB150 for dinner and drink Marketing itself as an organic, health- organic and sourced from Jack’s Creek (named Who’s going: young parents, in-the-know conscious restaurant, Slow Life also doubles as a thepepper World’s sauce Best (RMB268). Steak Producer Certified in Australian the 2015 expats foreign grocery store. Currently, a modest range World Steak Challenge), it’s one of the best cuts Good for: affordable organic food, Spanish of imported goodies are in stock for prices well cuisine, set lunches under Ole’s, though cofounder Johnny Ding tells Moving onto dessert, the durian cheese Nearest metro: Liede (Exit B), 22 minutes us slow-cooked meats, as well as washed and of beef you’ll find for that price in the city. cut organic vegetables from the restaurant’s Malaysian durian meat, are a must-try. You’re Open daily, 11am-10pm; Shop 107, 1/F, Gaozhi farm in Qingyuan, will be available soon. probablytarts (RMB10), thinking filled ‘but with I don’t cream like and durian,’ D24 Dasha, 120 Huangpu Dadao Xi, Tianhe District 天 which was exactly our stance before we tried 河区黄埔大道西120号高志大厦首层107铺 (3788 7173, 3788 7172) The Food one… and loved it. We didn’t know what to expect of this Hong Kong-based eatery going in, but Slow Life’s menu – and food – turn out to be amazingly on point. It’s progressive, for one: every dish is guaranteed to be free of MSG, additives and hormones, while vegetarians have their choice of appetizing mains. Ding says he refuses to compromise or change recipes to suit local palates, which fruit salads drenched inmeans mayo you here. won’t find Spanish cuisine is the focus, but every dish contains a creative fusion of global grilled shrimp and cashewflavors, fromsalad the tossed with sticky rice vinegar, basil, red chilies

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The Place The wide-open space around Pazhou is home to the biggest trade fairgrounds in the world, likes of QQ and Mobike and, these days, burg- ersnew-ish that are5-star reliably hotels, delicious, offices featuring inexpensive the and held together by a knife. Say hello to M’eat: a Western food joint paying homage to beef, bread, bacon and beers, with a few more plates thrown in for good value and choice. latter comes on a white sesame-topped bun, For those seeking less meaty options, try with a thick Argentinean beef patty, bacon, a pizza (RMB58-68). Basic varieties like the The Food melted cheddar, lettuce, onions and pickles if margherita and pepperoni get the job done, At M’eat, you have a decision to make. Are you like. Whether you opt for the dark side or although aren’t much to sing about. you all-in for the joy-inducing cherry lover light side, both burgers are off the charts and Quite frankly, M’eat’s menu could use burger (RMB42), with angus beef drip- won’t burn a hole in your pocket. an extra oomph or two, which is why we’re ping savory juices onto a homemade black There’s a chicken option (RMB32) too, happy to hear that more is right around the bun smothered with lush cherry jam made which comes smothered in basil sauce. If corner, from greasy yet satisfying breakfast lovingly in-house and topped with grilled you’re craving a side of indulgent carbs, order plates and chili con carne, to black pizza and bacon and tangy parmesan cheese? Or are fries (RMB16), as burger platters only come homemade chimichurri sauce. you hankering for the easygoing classic, the with a healthy side of salad. Drinks here are the uncomplicated sort, juicy lucy (RMB36)? Whilst the former packs On M’eat’s menu, steaks unsurprisingly and include beers (RMB26-36), virgin moji- a powerful punch and looks super cool, the occupy prime real estate. If you prefer an af- tos, smoothies and milkshakes. fordable, meaty and well-marbled cut, try the

Feeling particularly carnivorous? The ribeye The Vibe (RMB298)prime snowflake might shortjust do ribs the (RMB228/250g). trick, weighing Run by energetic duo Ilya and Sheryl, in at a hefty kilogram and costing a third of with Chef Alex at the helm of the kitchen, what you might pay at other steak joints. M’eat touts rustic, industrial charm with a welcoming vibe that makes you feel right at home. You will be forgiven for thinking you’ve entered a diner – the wall murals add a touch of New York to the mix. M’eat isn’t the sort of place for a romantic date or to woo your most important cli-

with family and friends, a birthday party forent, youngins but will suffice or even for an a impromptu hearty, decent (read: meal drunk) night out with the boys. Be warned, though: M’eat isn’t that easy

have to look past a dimly lit, narrow corridor whereto find, only and aif brightyou’re signgoing indicates for dinner, what you’ll lies beyond.

Price: RMB60 Who’s going: mates (not dates), stress- eaters, budget-meal seekers Good for: - ing diner-style grub Nearest metro:no-fuss Wanshengwei burgers, cherry (Exit jam, C), fill 12 minutes

Open daily 10am-10pm; Shop 5-12 and 13, 28 North Terminal, Huangpu Cun, Pazhou, Haizhu District 海珠区琶洲黄埔村北码头28号5-12, 13店铺 (8092 9424)

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The Place Foodies, take note: if you dig Michelin-quality blueberry sauce (RMB238); the slightly tart dishes and are looking to throw down on sauce is a faultless veil for the creamy cubes of foie gras that melt in your mouth. The deep-fried goose puff (RMB28), which looks Yuna fine Pavilion dining experienceat the newly-opened that promises Conrad to more like delicate art than food, sits in a Guangzhoube impeccable might from just start be theto finish, place thento splurge. Featuring modern and experimental – to gracefully bite into those layers of thinly yet fundamentally Cantonese – dishes, Yun crafteddainty wooden pastry, the cage. crispy Once exterior you figure contrasts out how Pavilion is helmed by tastemaker Chef Tan, - who takes immense pride in dabbling in both bination. classic and molecular creations. the richBut whatfilling, really making makes it a scrumptiousTan’s menu stand com out is the stellar cast of cutting-edge mo- The Food lecular creations. Start with the pan-fried ding. It’s delicious, and a striking dish for its At Yun, all the usual menu suspects are in infused cream sauce, crowned with shavings textural novelty, whimsical playfulness and evidence, from double-boiled soups and sea Canadian scallops (RMB98/two) with truffle- presentation that Tan does so beautifully. cucumber to premium bird’s nest and barbe- Seductive and delicious, you will be forgiven qued pork, so one may start to wonder how forof truffle, scraping tangy that foam extra-large emulsion plate and clean. mash. the chef will demonstrate his culinary prow- The slow-cooked soft boiled egg The Vibe ess through such common dishes. (RMB68) is simple yet visually appealing, If you’re primed to be pampered, put on your But even something as simple and down- sitting on a bed of organic greens doused in Sunday best and opt for a seat at one of Yun’s to-earth as stewed organic vegetables in Japanese sesame sauce and Russian caviar many private rooms. With sleek interiors, Xiguan-style woodwork and modern lighting, an experience you won’t forget. Light to the fresh fish broth (RMB108) at Yun delivers end, order the liquid nitrogen cream drops you’ll agree that the service here is attentive, (RMB128),in a smoke-filled served glass tableside. nest. For The a coldsweet con - making for an impressive, albeit costly, culi- coction is squirted from a soda siphon into nary experience. anpalate, emulsion the broth that isgives flavorful, the warm drawing soup from its sig - naturegelatin-producing creaminess. parts of the fish to create of molecular gastronomy – liquid nitrogen Price: RMB400 –a glassbubbling bowl away filled at with negative the go-to 198 degreesingredient Who’s going: molecular gastronomists, those - with deep pockets tisticThe technique rock salt of baked using chickena rock salt (RMB338/ base to whole, RMB168/half) is elevated by the ar giving it a popcorn shape. Take your spoon to Good for: Cantonese with a twist, designer itCelsius. and as It you solidifies roll it around instantly, your the tongue, air inside it will recipes, artistic creations tender morsels. start to disappear. You’ll then feel a different Nearest metro: Liede (Exit B), 5 minutes lockIf in seafood the moisture takes yourand flavorfancy, toopt create for the juicy, sensation – a feathery cold – that also fades, - Lunch: Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, Sat-Sun Shunde-style steamed mandarin fish with 10am-2.30pm; Dinner: Daily 5.30-10pm; chili and scallions. It may seem simple to de- this time into the flavor of ginger milk pud Beside IGC Mall West Entrance, 222 Xingmin rice flour sheets (RMB338), with slivers of scribe, but at Yun, it’s a taste to behold. Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠 For daintier bites, a must-try is the 江新城兴民路22号IGC 西门旁 (3739 2222) chilled French goose liver in red wine and

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JPG COFFEE Ready in a Flash Text and photos by Jocelyn Richards

cheaper than the others too: Americanos sell The Vibe whites and cappuccinos RMB18. Jpg Coffee attracts a motley crew, from for a mere RMB15, lattes RMB18-20 and flat 40-somethings heading to work 12-hour shifts to teenage girls whose only obligation The Food in life appears to be wandering the city taking Can RMB15 even buy you a real cup of coffee? cute photos. It’s a valid question, seeing how accustomed The lack of seating leads to small crowds we’ve grown to shelling out RMB30 for a shot forming around the window, but the space of espresso. But Jpg reminds us that yes, af- feels lively as a result. And there’s no need fordable coffee has existed for years and can to worry about queues: most customers are still taste pretty damn delicious. in and out within three minutes – about the The iced latte is by far your best bet and time it’ll take to complete your cuppa Joe. The Place a favorite among regulars. Smooth, nutty and containing a touch of natural sweetness Price: RMB20 “People in China associate coffee with over- thanks to the milk, it’s rich and agreeable Who’s going: a diverse group seeking good, priced cafes where you have to dress up and even on an empty stomach. cheap coffee Though we didn’t get a chance to sample Good for: coffee to go, iced lattes, photo-ops that drinking coffee can be a casual, afford- the Americano for ourselves, reviews on Nearest metro: Tiyu Xi Lu (Exit H), 1 minute ablebring thing.” a laptop to fit in. We want to show them Dianping peg it as being too weak, so if you It’s 11am on a Thursday and two cheery prefer a bold brew be sure to let the baristas Open daily, 7.30am-7.30pm weekdays, 10am-7pm baristas are telling us the story behind Jpg know. weekends; 48 Tiyu Xi Lu, Tianhe District 天河区体育西 Coffee, located right outside Tiyu Xi Lu metro 路48号 station. The shop is literally just a window bounded by colorful electroplated steel, which looks cooler the farther away you stand. There’s no seating at Jpg, but that doesn’t detract from the overall experience. The concept, after all, is coffee to go – something Beijing and Shanghai (and the rest of the world) caught onto ages ago but that Guangzhou, for whatever reason, has been sluggish to embrace. Unlike most coffee shops in the city that open long after people with caffeine addictions are expected to be at work and functioning like normal human beings, Jpg welcomes customers at 7.30am on weekdays, making it a reasonable alternative to Starbucks if you happen to live nearby. It’s

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ZENHO SUSHI HOUSE Easy Peasy Japanesey Text and photos by Tristin Zhang

Boasting almost 20 private rooms and foie gras revolted us with its metallic taste. The Place a long bar capable of seating 20 diners, the Savoring the broiled mackerel (RMB50), It’s a shame samurai warriors don’t walk the restaurant bustles with waitresses balanc- however, makes up for it. Served with cherry streets of Japan anymore. But the traditional fare ing bowls of sashimi and plates of tempura they once consumed still survives today, em- shrimp on a Monday evening around 7 broiled till a nice shade of charcoal appears, braced and perpetuated by the world’s foodies. o’clock. Reservations are recommended now, whichtomatoes gives and the mashed skin a crispydaikon, mouthfeel, the fish is its In the thriving CBD of Guangzhou, we’ve three months into operation, because the texture soft and melty. reviewed the renowned Inakaya, an expert in space has become popular among white- robatayaki cuisine. Now, the latest Japanese establishment to settle into Zhujiang New The Vibe Town is Zenho Sushi House. collar workers in nearby offices. Zenho spares no effort in bringing Japan to Located in the immediate vicinity of The Food its patrons: each room is named after either Tangcun Metro Station, Zenho is housed in a Zenho’s menu features a set meal recom- a Japanese city or region. Here, Chinese chefs - signal the completion of dishes in Japanese. ing sashimi, sushi, soup, salad, grilled meat Dining at the bar while waitresses shuf- preprocessing space on the second floor of an andmended king bycrab. the What’s chef (RMB500/800) in demand here compris is the patronsoffice building, with “Zenho with a e pristine yokoso!” wooden (Welcome facade to of sashimi and ice proves quite distracting. Zenho).on the first floor where a receptionist greets the prime cuts of mackerel and bream are Unlikefle to and most fro Chinese behind usrestaurants, carrying hefty though, bowls sashimi platter (RMB238/468),ethereal. in which Zenho does not enforce any minimum ex- From tempura to su- penditure to dine in private rooms. So take off shi, nabemono (hot pot) your shoes (as is required) and prepare to eat to sashimi rice bowls and like the Japanese do! wagyu beef to the highly acclaimed kinki fish from Price: RMB300 Hokkaido, Zenho has it all. Who’s going: Chinese men wearing Louis After raw fish, sampling Vuitton belts, white-collar workers the assorted grilled sushi Good for: semi-authentic Japanese ambience, (RMB120), which includes grilled sushi unagi, salmon, foie gras Nearest metro: Tangcun Metro Station (Exit and flatfish sushi, is a D), 5 minutes tactful move. This plate of grilled seafood is paired Open daily, 11am-2pm, 5-10pm; Shop 104-201, 1/F, to perfection with the Feili Business Building, 665 Huacheng Dadao, Tianhe sticky rice, whereas the District 天河区花城大道665号翡丽商务大厦1楼104-201单元 (3720 9797)

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Avoid our mistake and locate the wine bar’s own entrance instead of walking SUN IN SKY through the entire fashion showroom to get there (those gorgeous dresses will empty A Reason to Ganbei your wallet before you make it to the bar, Text and photos by Jocelyn Richards trust us). You can opt to sit at the counter, which we raft beer bars and clubs are great prefer, or on plush leather chairs in dimly lit sometimes, but we’ve been craving rooms inside, designed to be a little too lavish. Ca change of pace recently – a chic, Ninety percent of the wines in stock are Italian, which means Giulia Biscontin, a bub- by the glass, get a little buzz and not burn bly young wine connoisseur from Veneto who throughbreezy locale half our where monthly we can paycheck sip fine doingwine so. will likely be there when you visit, knows Sun in Sky’s newly unveiled wine bar on exactly the variety for your taste. Party Pier has taken our long-held wish and We were impressed not just with the wine, but also with the surprisingly down- than we could have imagined. to-earth ambiance. And now that Sun in Sky fulfilledWe anticipated, it with a concept for instance, more spectacular that a hosts regular movie nights, ‘ladies drink for showroom with Sun in Sky’s ostentatious free’ Wednesdays and Aperiwine Saturdays interior would charge at least RMB90 per (where you can enjoy two glasses of wine and glass, but that’s hardly the case. Varieties an Italian buffet for RMB98), it feels like we featured on the list of weekly specials, se- have an excuse to drop in for a glass or two lected by Ye Liujie – the wine department every night of the week! - Price: RMB38 and up –manager start at anda very allegedly affordable the RMB38first Chinese a glass. per Good for: great deals on Italian wine, a stun- son Onto receive Friday andan AIS Sunday sommelier nights, certificationthe entire ning atmosphere collection of more than 1,000 bottles is buy- Who’s going: stylish young women, wine lov- Open daily, 3pm-midnight; Area B, Zhujiang Party Pier one-glass-get-one-free, so you can open a vin- ers of all ages Beer Culture and Art Zone, Modiesha Jie, Yuejiang Xi tage variety you wouldn’t normally dare touch Nearest metro: Canton Tower (Exit A), 24 Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区阅江西路磨碟沙隧街珠江琶醍啤 and split the cost of one glass with a friend. minutes 酒文化创意艺术区B区 (8944 9032)

beer lovers, Beer City longs to introduce clas- sue hits the stands. sic pub events and games that may be unfa- Beer city is a small, intimate pub. Being miliar among local drinkers. It’s what’s been located on a relatively quiet street, the bar driving owner Marcus Wen, who previously tries to play mellow music. If you feel like worked with Chicago brewery Goose Island. having an undisturbed conversation over Beer City, as its name implies, boasts a a beer, climb up to the second story, where whopping collection of 180 brands of craft tranquility is guaranteed. beer from the UK, the US, Australia, Belgium, China… you name it. Six fridges full of bottled Price: RMB40 for a beer craft beer are displayed on the premises. Who’s going: school teachers, craft beer enthusiasts more craft beer than us,” says Wen, his eyes Good for: craft beer tasting “It’s hard to find another bar that has Nearest metro: Jiangnanxi (Exit A), 5 minutes Try the hoppy IPA by Temple (RMB35), anglittering Australian with brewery a hint of hailing fulfillment. from Open daily, 3pm-3am; 11-2 Shenhe Dajie, Jiangnanxi Melbourne. It’s a kick in the head. Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区江南西路慎和大街11-2号 (135 BEER CITY 6019 9277) Kaiju Krush (RMB35), brewed by Hops in a Sleepless Hood another Australian Text and photos by Tristin Zhang craft beer brand Kaiju, boasts a juicy xploring the older district of Haizhu is always exciting: you never know what the desert of your Elies around the corner. For the last two island.fruit flavor It comes that’ll in cool a months, what’s awaited us around the bend can, so you can crush of a backstreet in Jiangnanxi neighborhood it after you ‘Krush’ it. is a new pub serving an impressive array of As for the craft beer and sophisticated xiaoye, or late- Western pub food night snacks. menu, it wasn’t ready The bar is housed in a two-story estab- when we visited, but lishment with cheesy decor that’s supple- Wen estimates it will mented by a patio and soon-to-open cocktail be available by the time our August is- bar. With the capacity to fit about 200 craft WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | AUGUST 2017 | GZ | 71 The Las Vegas Magician Show Magic Show Swan Lake Ballet

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Kharkiv State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater, coming into being in 1925, is the oldest ballet theater in Ukraine. The theater has raised many internationally renowned ballet stars. Although the oldest ballet institute of the Eastern European country, the theater troupe remains vigorous, with the average age of

Peacock’s Winter Gathering some of the top magicians popular on the stage in Las Vegas, this dancers being just 25 years old. With Dance jaw-dropping magic show will excite the senses and spark the imagination. A a total of 50 operas and ballets in mind-opening experience, it features Jeff McBride, who keeps several Guinness its repertoire, the ballet theater is to Dubbed ‘the peacock princess of World Records, Greg Gleason, who is considered the world’s most creative ma- present the time-tested Swan Lake China,’ Yang Liping, a Bai ethnic gician, Arianna Black, one of the most acclaimed female magicians in the field at the Guangdong Performance Arts dancer, choreographer and director of magic, as well as Dean Gunnarson, the ‘escape master’ from Canada. Center Theater. from Yunnan, is famous for her exotic Wed-Sun Aug 2-6, 3pm/8pm; RMB180-680. Zhengjia Theater, F/7, Grandview Sat Aug 12, 8pm; RMB100-580. dances in which her gestures and Mall, 228 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District 天河区天河路正佳广场正佳7楼演艺剧场 Guangdong Performance Arts Center moves resemble a dancing peacock. (www.damai.cn, 3833 1818) 915) Theater, 1229 Guangzhou Dadao Yang made her name known to the Zhong, Tianhe District 天河区广州大 world with Dynamic Yunan, which 道中1229号广东演艺中心剧院 (www. toured Europe and the US. She is damai.cn, 3720 6282) 2017 Evergrande World Snooker China to present Peacock’s Winter at the Championship Snooker Match Guangzhou Opera House this month. Wed-Sun Aug 23-27, 3pm/8pm; Banff Mountain Film RMB280-1,680. Guangzhou Opera Festival World Tour Film House, 1 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Tianhe Festival District 天河区珠江西路1号广州大剧院 (www.gzdjy.org, 3839 2888)

E=hv Exhibition

In 2010, Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour was first introduced into China, which is one the 40 countries to host this world-renowned In this exhibition titled E=hv, the outdoor film festival. As the first artist uses installations to connect The world’s top snooker stars will turn up the heat in Guangzhou this month as professional outdoor film and life- the magic of light to his audiences. they battle for the 2017 Evergrande China Championship. The seven-day con- style promoter, the film festival has As is witnessed in Stonehenge, the test will see the world’s No. 1 snooker player Mark Selby, ‘Wizard of Wishaw’ influenced an increasing number of Egyptian pyramids and the Maya and current champion John Higgins, Judd Trump, Star of the East Ding Junhui people to embrace the outdoors and civilization, the worship of light coex- and a dozen other snooker professionals compete with each other for prizes an environmentally friendly lifestyle. ists with an unknown and mysterious totaling GBP700,000 (RMB6.2 million), with the winner’s check at GBP150,000 A total of 29 films constituting four power, which this exhibition attempts (RMB1.33 million). programs will be screened. to convey. Wed-Tue Aug 16-22, various times; Prices TBC. Guangzhou Sport University, Sat-Sun Aug 19-20, 1.30pm/4pm; Wed-Sun until Aug 30, 11am-7pm; 1268 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District 天河区广州大道中1268号广州体 RMB119/program. Lumiai IMAX free entry. 5Art Space, 3/F, Kui Yuan, 育学院 (www.damai.cn) Cinema, 5/F, Hesheng Plaza, 249 9 Xuguyuan Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区 Diejing Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区叠恤孤院路9号逵园3楼5Art Space 景路249号合生广场5楼卢米埃IMAX影城 (www.banffchina.com)

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The Royal Concept is a Swedish band founded in 2010. They first received Issues Metalcore worldwide attention with their hit single ‘D-D-Dance,’ but it wasn’t until Michael Learns to Rock Concert 2013, when their song ‘On Our Way’ Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, the was covered in season five of Glee, young American rock band Issues that the quartet became more widely boasts a musical fusion of metalcore, known. Their latest album Smile is an pop, electronic and R&B. They are in- upbeat and energetic record. fluenced by many an artist and band Sat Aug 26, 8.30-10pm; RMB120 pre- like Katy Perry, Linkin Park and Stevie sale, RMB150 at the door. T:union, Wonder. Touring Asia in August, they 361-365 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, are performing in Guangzhou on Yuexiu District 越秀区广州大道中 August 10 at SD Livehouse. 361-365号东方花苑1层凸空间 (www. Thu Aug 10, 8.30-11pm; RMB120 showstart.com, 3659 7623) presale, RMB180 at the door. SD Livehouse, Building No. 7, Huacheng win! Wangshi Creative Area, 132 Gongye We have a pair of tickets Dadao Bei, Haizhu District 海珠区工 to this show to give away! Message our official WeChat account 业大道北132号花城往事创意园7栋SD (ThatsGuangzhou) before August 23 现场 (www.showstart.com) with the subject ‘Royal’ and why you should win. Please include your full They made their name known to Chinese audiences with their single ‘Take name and contact number. Li Yundi and Warsaw Me to Your Heart,’ an English adaption of the famous Chinese hit song ‘Kiss National Philharmonic Goodbye.’ Danish band Michael Learns to Rock was named after Michael Orchestra Concert Jackson and modeled after British bands Johnny Hates Jazz and Frankie Goes Walking in the Music to Hollywood. With their debut album released in 1991, the Danish band has Guitar been performing on stage for almost 30 years. Sun Aug 20, 7.30pm; RMB280-1,080. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, 259 Dongfeng Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区东风中路259号孙中山纪念堂 (www.damai.cn, 8356 1631)

Ariana Grande Concert

Li Yundi, the youngest pianist to win the International Chopin Piano Competition, has been called ‘prince Japanese guitarist Gin emerged by of piano,’ ‘Chopin of the 21st century’ playing melancholic, aesthetic tunes and ‘China’s leading pianist.’ Since to appeal to his audiences and soon 2000, Li has been active among established himself as one of the world-renowned concert halls and most popular performers in Japan. music festivals, performing under the He will be performing alongside baton of esteemed conductors and Chinese guitarist Cao Siyi on his collaborating with the world’s best China tour, stopping by Guangzhou orchestras. This month, in concert on August 13. with Warsaw National Philharmonic Sun Aug 13, 8.30-10pm; RMB100 Orchestra, Li will bring his perfor- presale, RMB150 at the door. T:union, Everyone’s favorite ‘dangerous woman’ is touring in Asia this fall and will stop mance to Xinghai Concert Hall. 361-365 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, by Guangzhou on August 30. Since her Nickelodeon days singing about popu- Thu Aug 31, 8pm; RMB280-1,680. Yuexiu District 越秀区广州大道中 larity with Mika, Grande’s risen to experience plenty herself, asking for just a lit- Xinghai ConCert Hall, 33 Qingbo Lu, 361-365号东方花苑1层凸空间 (www. tle bit of our hearts with tracks that’ll get you moving from side to side. Ersha Island, Yuexiu District 越秀区 showstart.com, 3659 7623) Wed Aug 30, 7.30pm; RMB480-1,680. Guangzhou International Sports Arena, 二沙岛晴波路33号星海音乐厅 (www. 2666 Kaichuang Dadao, Huangpu District 黄浦区开创大道2666号广州国际体育 concerthall.com.cn, 8735 3869) 演艺中心 (www.damai.cn)

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Over a hundred picture books are traveling across the Pacific to Guangzhou in July. Brought by The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, A Pigeon Goes to China: A Children’s Exhibition Celebrating Mo Willems is an opportune occasion for the little ones to immerse themselves in imaginative worlds created by Japanese Classes renowned picture book authors like Language Eric Carle and Mo Willems. This is the first time the non-profit museum will present its collections in Guangzhou. Learning a new language will open a new world for you, and Japanese is a Daily until Aug 20, 10am-9.30pm; charming choice. The island country RMB49-99. 6/F, Guangzhou Book boasts a unique culture, gorgeous Center, 123 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District landscape and sumptuous food. If 天河区天河路123号广州购书中心6楼 you find Japanese a cool language, step out and try one of Hanbridge’s (188 2623 7298) Japanese classes (free for one hour). Rm. 1303, East Tower, Star Building, 174 Huasui Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, VR+Paradise VR Games Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城华穗路 174号星辰大厦东塔1303室翰语桥语言学校 (8564 5966)

TEDxXiguanED TED Talk

Located in Fashion Tianhe Plaza, Guangzhou’s hub for the young and fashionable, VR+Paradise is a brand- new venue dedicated for all the fun you can have with virtual reality games. It is different from past VR games in that real objects appearing in the games were installed in gaming areas, allowing users to touch, An international wildlife photography contest hosted by the Natural History lean on and interact with props for This is a special episode focus- Museum in London, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year (WPY) showcases the a more realistic experience. And for ing on education and hosted by world’s best nature photography. It consists of a worldwide tour, which will ar- the first time, games can be played TEDxXiguan. Taking place at AISG, rive in Guangzhou this month. The exhibited photos are taken by photogra- by multiple users simultaneously. speeches will be given by some of phers around the globe, in the prairie of eastern Africa, the Amazon rainforest Six gaming rooms are arranged in a the best educators from both the US and other places beyond your imagination. While promoting wildlife and envi- 300-square-meter space. Currently, and China, discussing topics like the ronment protection, the WPY exhibition in Guangzhou will also include games, three games (two zombie versions gaokao. Workshops will also be ar- installations and a section showcasing China’s state-protected animals. and one robot-related) are available ranged afterwards for audiences to All week Aug 5-29, 10am-5pm (Mon-Fri), 10am-6pm (Sat-Sun); RMB10 for to try. engage directly with the speakers. children and the elderly, RMB20 for adults. Donxi Gallery, Shop 128, Banghua 10am-10pm. Shop 040, Zhong Wu Jie, Sun Aug 27, 9am-5pm; RMB238 Yichuangshe Creative Park, 1 Dajiang Zhijie, Haizhu District 海珠区大江直街邦华 Fashion Tianhe Plaza, 299 Tianhe Lu, (Include shuttle bus). AISG, 19 一创社128号东西博物 (www.damai.cn) Tianhe District 天河区天河路299号 Kexiang Lu, Huangpu District 黄浦区时尚天河商业广场中五街040号 (8928 科翔路19号广州美国人国际学校黄埔 win! 2513) We have a pair of tickets to this show to give away! Message our official 校区 (www.huodongxing.com) WeChat account (ThatsGuangzhou) before Aug 26 with the subject ‘Wildlife’ and why you should win. Please include your full name and contact number.

74 | GZ | AUGUST 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM Mooncakes from Marriott Mooncakes Funfair Themed Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton Afternoon TASTE Tea

The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou welcomes the summer with a whimsical afternoon tea experience. Pearl Lounge transforms into a fairy-tale paradise featuring a Ferris wheel tea set and colorful decorations, as well as assorted goodies such as roasted duck rice roll with mango chutney Sunset Indulgence and chocolate peanut butter layer Dinner sandwich served with refreshing tea. The highlight is the homemade pure Enjoy a drink or two in a relaxing hazelnut chocolate sandwich cookie ambiance with a stunning sunset with chocolate raspberry verinne. view of Guangzhou at the Roof Bar of Call 3813 6888 to book your seats in Park Hyatt Guangzhou. The package, advance. priced at RMB568 for two, includes Daily all month, 2-5.30pm; RMB298 one bottle of champagne or white for one, RMB428 for two (price sub- wine, one plate of snacks with oyster, ject to 15 percent service charge). foie gras, cherries, Parma ham, black truffle and mushroom croque-mon- Pearl Lounge, The Ritz-Carlton, sieur, as well as assorted European Guangzhou, 3 Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang cheese. Call 3769 1234 to book your Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江 seat in advance. 新城兴安路3号广州富力丽思卡尔顿酒 Sat-Sun all month, 5.30-7pm; RMB568 店珍珠酒廊 (3813 6888) plus 15 percent. The Roof Bar, 70/F, Park Hyatt Guangzhou, 16 Huaxia Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天 Michelin Gourmet 河区珠江新城华夏路16号广州柏悦酒 Experience Dinner 店70楼悦吧 (3769 1234)

Buffet Dinner at Asia International Hotel Buffet

Summer Palace restaurant in Shangri- La Hotel, Guangzhou is to take diners on an affordable, luxurious two-day food journey in August: a set menu with wine paring hosted by guest chef Chan Kwok Wah from the highly acclaimed two-starred Michelin Come dine at the Sky Café-Revolving restaurant Shang Palace of Kowloon Restaurant in Asia International Hotel Shangri-La, Hong Kong. One of the and enjoy a special treat of iced sea highlights of this food experience is cucumber for free. The Sky Café- the introduction of caviar, a domestic Revolving Restaurant, located on the good with both world-class quality 45th floor of the hotel, boasts a pan- and sustainable philosophy at its oramic view of Guangzhou, romantic core. ambience and stylish open kitchen. Fri-Sat Aug 11-12, 7-9.30pm; All month, 6-9.30pm; RMB358 plus For the coming Mid-Autumn Festival, Guangzhou Marriott Hotel Tianhe pre- RMB1,088 (additional RMB200 with 15 percent. Sky Café-Revolving sents elegantly packaged mooncakes together with a gift pack of food and wine paring), RMB800 early bird. Restaurant, 45/F, Asia International beverage vouchers. You can choose from three packages: lotus seed paste with Summer Palace, 2/F, Shangri-La double egg yolk mooncakes, mixed nuts with Yunnan ham mooncakes, as well Hotel, 326, Section 1, Huanshi Dong as Jinming assorted mooncakes. Hotel, Guangzhou, 1 Huizhan Dong Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区环市东路 All month. Guangzhou Marriott Hotel Tianhe, 228 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District 天 Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区会展东路1 326号之一广东亚洲国际大酒店 (6128 河区天河路228号广州正佳广场万豪酒店 (6108 8888) 号广州香格里拉大酒店二楼夏宫 (8917 8888 ext. 4583) 8888)

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HK MO AUG 2-15 AUG 14 AUG 5 SEPT 2 WED-TUE MON SAT SAT

One: Kings and Conquerors, 7pm; MOP140-1,980. Cotai Arena, The 2017 Macao International Fireworks Venetian Macao (www.cotaiticket- Display Contest, 9pm/9.40pm. Hong Kong International Drummer ing.com) Coastline in front of the Macau The battle is about to break Festival, various times; various pric- Tower (fireworks.macaotourism. between One World Champion es. See website for venue list (www. DNCE Live in Hong Kong, 8pm; gov.mo) Bibiano Fernandes and American hkdrumfest.com) HKD588-1,438. MacPherson Stadium Macau’s skyline will glow this fighter Andrew Leone. Dubbed Concerts, competitions and exclu- (ticketflap.com) September with a burst of magnifi- Asia’s biggest fight night, One: sive master classes are going into Headed by Joe Jonas, of Jonas cent fireworks during the annual Kings and Conquerors will see the 2017 Hong Kong drummer Brothers fame, American dance- Macao International Fireworks dozens of the world’s best mixed festival. Experienced drummers or rock band DNCE is performing Display Contest. One of the city’s martial arts fighters compete for a anyone with just a passing interest their first concert in Hong Kong. most highly anticipated events, the prize. Get ready for a ‘bloody’ night in percussion will want to check Melding undeniably catchy pop show draws thousands of specta- at Cotai Arena. out this event’s range of activities. sounds with anthem-worthy lyr- tors each year seeking a visual ics, their music has been climbing thrill and romantic evening on the charts since 2015. AUG 10-13 coast. AUG 4-8 THU-SUN FRI-TUE 2017 Wushu Masters Challenge, ONGOING Ink Global, 9am-6pm Aug 4-7, AUG 17-21 various time; Price TBC. Tap Seac TUE-SUN 9am-12pm Aug 8; free. Hong Kong THU-MON Multisports Pavilion (sport.gov.mo) Convention and Exhibition Center The 2017 Wushu Masters Challenge (inkglobal.org) is where some of the world’s great- Featuring 500 of the world’s mas- est martial art masters gather terpieces of ink paintings, as well to demonstrate their kung fu as art seminars hosted by well- skills. Held from August 10-13, known local and overseas artists, the four-day spectacle will also a multi-media zone and guided feature the CKF International tours, this is one of the world’s top Combat Challenge - Macao, Wushu ink art events. Summer Carnival, International Taolu Competition, as well as the 4th Asian Dragon and Lion Dance AUG 11–SEPT 2 Championships, which is happening in various locations. FRI-SAT Venice Biennale 2017 - Exhibits from Macao, 10am-7pm; free. Macao Food Expo 2017, 10am-10pm; vari- AUG 11-13 Museum of Art (mam.gov.mo) ous prices, tickets sold at 7/11. Hong FRI-SUN The exhibition showcases crea- Kong Convention and Exhibition tive works by local sculptor and Centre (hktdc.com/hkfoodexpo) painter Wong Cheng Pou, which Join thousands of foodies from were exhibited during the 57th around the world in sampling International Art Exhibition - La gourmet treats from across the Biennale Di Venezia. A total of 17 globe, as well as checking out sculptures and paintings were cre- demonstrations by some of the ated around the theme of bonsai. world’s top chefs.

The Little Match Girl, 3pm/7.30pm; ONGOING AUG 25-27 MOP180. Macao Cultural Centre TUE-SUN Hong Kong Pulse Light Show, Daily FRI-SUN (www.macauticket.com) Pop-up Shop, 10am-8pm. 47 Rua de 8.20pm, 8.40pm, 9pm, 9.20pm, Don Quixote on Stage, Aug 25- On a wintry Christmas Eve, a little S. Roque (www.macaofashiongallery. 9.40pm; free. Hong Kong Cultural 27, 7.30pm; Aug 26-27, 2.30pm; girl walks onto emptying streets, com) Center (discoverhongkong.com) HKD140-1,000. Grand Theatre (hkbal- desperately trying to sell her The Macao Fashion Gallery is host- Enjoy an exhilarating multimedia let.com) matches. Famous South African ing a pop-up shop to showcase light show with spectacular light- Fireworks and ballet: this produc- director and choreographer Arthur and sell fashionable clothing and ing effects, 3D projection mapping, tion of Don Quixote abounds with Pita presents a dance theatre adap- wearable items by six local, inde- music and sound effects. This love, illusion, courage and adven- tation of Hans Christian Andersen’s pendent designers: Macon, Jade.L, mesmerizing display will coincide ture in the colorful streets of Spain. The Little Match Girl, where a young Soul, Worker Playground, Zics and with the Hong Kong Summer Fun Don Quixote is a must-see ballet for girl’s hopes and dreams are beauti- Salut ça va. Boasting their own, program. the whole family. fully unveiled through dance, song unique styles, some of the brands and original music performed live are popular with mainland fash- on stage. ionistas and sell on Tmall.

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Wild Flavors of Foshan Hilton Guangzhou& Foshan Cluster Ho- @ The Locksmith, July 1 tels2017Summer Citrus Media Event @ DoubleTree by Hilton Guangzhou, July 7

Moulin Rouge Party @ Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou, July 8

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Hilton Hotels in Guangzhou and Foshan Host 2017 Summer Citrus Media Event Summer Citrus Media Event hosted by Hilton saw versatile and creative chefs and bartenders challenge themselves to transform fresh fruit into something inspiring and delicious. Five Hilton hotels, including Hilton Guangzhou Tianhe, Hilton Guangzhou Baiyun, Hilton Foshan, DoubleTree by Hilton Guangzhou and DoubleTree by Hilton Guangzhou Science City, collaborated to present the media event on July 7.

Sofitel Debuts in Foshan Located in China’s furniture manufacturing hub – Lecong in Foshan City – Sofitel Foshan connects to the 200,000-square-meter Louvre International Exhibition Centre. Sofitel Foshan is the brand’s first property in Foshan. Moulin Rouge Party at Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou Standing at 236 meters high, the 62-story Sofitel Foshan is the tallest hotel in the city with a 360-degree view of the downtown area. Boasting 325 modern The Moulin Rouge party hosted by Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou was a guest rooms designed by four themes – modern, post-modern, neo-Chinese night of reveling. Taking place at the hotel’s Ebony restaurant and Jin Bar, the and classic French – the hotel features an in-house furniture gallery display on Saturday night occasion pampered attendees with an array of canapes, enter- the ninth and 10th floors that offers unique art pieces and designer furniture. taining dance performances and electrifying beats from an invited DJ.

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Fun Summer Journey for Your Kids Summer Camp at the Park This summer, have a great getaway with the rascals in your family at Langham Book the “Summer Camp at the Park” package at Park Hyatt Guangzhou to Place, Guangzhou with buffet breakfast and amusement amenities. The pack- enjoy a one-night stay in a ‘Park Room’ with complimentary breakfast for two age, priced at RMB988, includes a one-night stay in a ‘Superior Twin Room,’ adults and one child and 15 percent discount at Dining Room. The package, with daily breakfast for two adults and one child under 12 years old. available Fridays and Saturdays until August 26, will feature drywall engraving, Langham Place, Guangzhou, 638 Xingang Dong Lu, Haizhu District 海珠区新港东路 swimming, floral and cooking classes. It is priced at RMB2,300 for one child 638号广州南丰朗豪酒店 (8916 3388) and RMB800 for an extra child. Park Hyatt Guangzhou, 16 Huaxia Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城华夏路16号广州柏悦酒店 (3769 1234)

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Family Fun Packages

Conrad Guangzhou, Hilton’s brand new luxury hotel in Guangzhou, is offering its good service to your families this August. Buy any Family Fun Package and enjoy a discount of as much as 40 percent and pay an extra RMB280 to enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet for two adults, as well as a complimentary buffet for children under 5 years old and half price for kids aged 6-12. On top of that, you’ll be impressed by the hotel’s Kids Ambassador Service that ensures all needs of family guests are attended to. There are more surpris- es awaiting at Conrad Guangzhou! Family Fun Package discounts are available until August 18. Reservations must be made two days in advance.

Conrad Guangzhou, 222 Xingmin Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城兴民路222 号广州康莱德酒店 (3705 6688)

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Buongiorno 1) 3/F, Yi An Plaza, 33 Jianshe Liu Malu, Yuexiu District (8363 3587); 2) A7, FOOD & DRINK Xinshijie Haoyuan Diyi Ju, 168 Dongcheng Nan Lu, Dongguan (0769 2339 6499) 邦奴意大利餐厅 1) 越秀区建设六马路宜安广场 3 楼 ; 1920 Restaurant 1) 4/F, 1 Jianshe Liu Malu, 2) 东莞市东城南路 168 号新世界豪圆第一居 A7 号 Yuexiu District; 2) Shops 67, 69, 72 & 76, The Canton Place, Qingfeng Jie, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8388 1142); Shop Element Fresh 1) Shop L302, TaiKoo MW01-03, 05, Central Zone, Mall of the Hui, 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3808 World, 89 Huacheng Dadao, Tianhe District 8506); 2) G/F, 42 Qingfeng Jie, Zhujiang (8709 6033) Xincheng, Tianhe District (3828 8482) 1920 咖啡厅 1) 建设六马路一号前幢 4 楼 ; 2) 天河区珠江新城清风街 48 号广粤天地 67, 69, 新元素 , 1) 天河区天河路 383 号太古汇广场 L302 72, 76 号铺 ; 3) 天河区花城大道 89 号花城汇店 ; 2) 天河区珠江新城清风街 42 号首层 MW01-03, 05 商铺 Happy Monk 1) Back of Yi’an Plaza, Aroma Bistro Shop 117, 1/F, Voka Street, Jianshe Wu Malu, Yuexiu District (8376 460 Tianhe Bei Lu, Tianhe District (185 5597) ; 2) No. 109, 7Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang 0200 1416) 天河区天河北路460号沃凯街首层 Xincheng, Tianhe District (3877 8679); 3) The Locksmith Situated in the charming Slow Life An organic, health-conscious 117铺 Outdoor Plaza, Happy Valley Mall, 36 Mach- dining area of Lingnan Tiandi in Foshan, Western restaurant that excels in Spanish ang Lu, Tianhe District (3832 5317) The Locksmith combines innovative dishes cuisine, Slow Life aims to be a place where Bravo Shop 114-115, 6 Huajiu Lu, Zhuji- 1) 越秀区建设五马路宜安广场后门 ; 2) 天河区珠江 with a chic interior and exterior design guests can take a break from their busy ang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城兴盛路 7 号 109 号铺 ; 3) 天河区珠江新城马场 that's second to none. All herbs, garnishes schedules to visit with friends and fam- 路 36 号太阳新天地户外广场新城华就路6号114-115铺 and some produce is grown onsite, while ily over a feast of delicious fusion dishes. the Australian head chef personally dry- 1)101, 8 Shop 107, 1/F, Gaozhi Dasha, 120 Huangpu The Brew Sports Bar & Grill 1) Unit Hooley’s Irish Pub and Restaurant ages much of the meat. Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe Dadao Xi, Tianhe District 9-11, Huanan Country Garden, Panyu 2 Qilin She, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, District (3886 2675); 2)Section 2, Yijia Yuan, 天河区黄埔大道西120号高志大厦首层107铺 (3788 Dadao (across the road from Chime- Foshan 佛山市禅城区岭南天地麒麟社2号（+86 7173, 3788 7172) long Theme Park), Panyu District (3482 7 Xingzhongdao, Zhongshan 181 44756916） 0401); 2) West Section, Bao Lin Yuan, 1)爱尔兰西餐酒吧, 天河区珠江新城兴盛路8号101; 2) 中山市兴中道7号颐嘉苑2卡 Huaxun Jie, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3408 9549); 3) Shop 11-13, M9 Restaurant Lounge Shop 112, 9 Xing- sheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District Yuhai Food Street, 1 Jianshe Liu Malu, In·Side·Out By Threedrops 3/F, 10 Xi- (3802 0171) Yuexiu District (8382 8299) etianli, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, 1) 番禺区番禺大道华南碧桂园碧华商业2街9-11 Foshan (0757-8203 1400, 189 885 25470) 号; 2) 天河区珠江新城华讯街保林苑西区加拿大布佛山市禅城区岭南天地协天里10号3楼T McCawley’s Bar & Grill Shop 101, 16 鲁咖啡馆, 近发展中心; 3) 越秀区建设六马路誉海食街11-13号铺 Huacheng Dadao, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3801 7000) 天河区珠江新城花城大道 16 号 101 铺 H

Oggi Pizzeria 1) Shop 119, 8 Xingsheng Lu, Tianhe District (3805 1282); 4) 1 Tianlun Garden, Jianshe 4 Lu,Yuexiu District (8356 1196) www.oggirestaurant.com 卡布里西餐厅 1) 天河区兴盛路 8 号 119 铺 ; 2) 越秀区建设四马路天伦花园首层 Summer House Directly behind the Marriage House, Xietian Li, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (133 9223 6374, Paulaner Bräuhaus L307, 3/F, TaiKoo Hui, www.summerhouse.com.cn) 佛山市禅城区岭 383 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (2808 6333) 南天地协天里（嫁娶屋正后面）粤天地112-116号铺宝莱纳 , 天河区天河路 383 号太古汇广场 L307 Sultan Restaurant Turkish BBQ 1) 1-3/F, 367 Huanshi Dong Lu, between Rebel Rebel 42 Tiyu Dong Lu, Tianhe Dis- Baiyun Hotel and Friendship Store, Yuexiu Knightship Fusion trict (8520 1579) 天河区体育东路42号 District (8349 4170, 8349 4171); 2) Shop Restaurant Conveniently located in 102 & 114, Zhonghai Jinghui Huating, 31 Zhujiang New Town, Knightship Fusion Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, TianHe The Eating Table With seats for more than Shop 015B, G/F, Popark Restaurant provides gourmet food with Ricci Creative Eats District(3801 5002) 1)苏坦土耳其烧烤餐厅, 越 200 diners to explore gastronomy at a less Mall, No.63 Linhe Zhong Road, Tianhe Dis- international favor in an unparalleled atmo- 秀区环市东路367号1-3楼(白云宾馆与友谊商店夹 frenetic pace, The Eating Table's warm, trict, Guangzhou, China (Across the street alluring design enlivens the senses. The sphere. We are committed to applying our 位处); 2)广州市天河区珠江新城兴盛路31号中海璟 from IKEA) (3809 6330) 晖华庭二期商铺102 & 114 owner, who spent years in Melbourne, has understanding of what constitutes a quality 天河区林和中路 63 号东方宝泰购物广场首层（宜 ensured that the food delivers to both local life to each dish in our boutique restaurant. 家家居对面） The Tavern Sports Bar Traditional Eng- and foreign palates. Enjoy a gratifying meal, In addition to Chinese and Asian foods, you with a menu that boasts a wide range of lish style bar that fosters a cosy intimate can also taste the best of European fare on atmosphere. Both Taverns offer an exten- appetizers, soups, pastas and both meaty our‘fusion’ menu. Shami House 2/F, Zhao Qing Da Sha, 304 and marine-filled mains. sive menu of Western favorites and dif- Shop No.116，Zhong Hai Jing Hui Huating, Huanshi Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District (8355 Shop 401, 4/F, GTLand Winter Plaza, Zhuji- 3012 / 8355 3091) ferent theme nights throughout the whole No.33, Liede Da Dao, Tianhe, Guangzhou week. 1) Poly 108, 6 Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang ang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新广州市天河区猎德大道 33 号中海璟晖华庭一期首层莎米屋 , 越秀区环市中路 304 号肇庆大厦 2 楼城高德置地冬广场4楼401室 (8398 0860) 116 号铺 (85162413) Xincheng, Tianhe District (8550 3038); 2)

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OPEN DOOR DOUBLETREE BY HILTON GUANGZHOU FEATURED LISTINGS Food and Wine Experience

DoubleTree by Hilton Guangzhou Hotel will host its third Food & Wine Experience on August 26. The event has been running for over 18 years at Hilton Beijing and provides more than 600 goodies including wines, spirits, cof- fees, juices, pastries, chocolates, teas, beers, meats and so forth. Last year, the occasion was quite a buzz with many of China’s major wine, beverage, food and related equipment suppliers showcasing their products. The event will be divided into two parts: one, running from noon till 3pm, is dedicated to people in the food and beverage field; the other, from 3-7pm, is open to the public. For the second part, a buffet at Open Restaurant will be complemented by live entertainment and interactive activities such as bartending performances, cooking classes and wine seminars. Tickets are priced at just RMB188. Call 2833 2888 for reservations.

DoubleTree by Hilton Guangzhou, 391 Dongfeng Lu, Yuexiu District 越秀区东风路 391号广州希尔顿逸林酒店 (2833 2888)

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Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio 7.23~8.23 8.24~9.23 9.24~10.23 10.24~11.22

There is no such thing as a tame lion, Immerse yourself in something Stop doing yoga. Stop getting In order to keep the gods of but you can certainly keep one in a you hate, like waking up early. Or massages. Instead, let your anger flow, misfortune at bay, avoid Jianshe cage. We’re sorry you lost your key – immerse yourself in something that and actively repress any thoughts and Liu Malu for the duration of August. search your WeChat group histories you maybe don’t hate but everyone feelings that make you uncomfortable. Avoid men in three-piece suits. And for ‘does anyone know a locksmith?’ else loves and you don’t understand Yell more. With a bitterer outlook and do not eat from the spicy half of and you will find at least seven why. Like the NBA, or Shanghai. an unquenchable spite for others, that two-flavored hot pot broth at answers. you’re correctly positioning yourself to Haidilao. get that raise this month.

Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Pisces 11.23~12.21 12.22~1.20 1.21~2.19 2.20~3.20

Your office keeps copies ofThat’s PRD Be tolerant of all beliefs. Some Your favorite bar, restaurant or street Whatever day it is that you’re reading in its bathroom, which is where you are believe Tiger is better than Tsingtao, food stand closed and is gone. How this, Pisces, you will remember right now. You didn’t even need to go. and while that is repulsive, keep an hard it is, having to find another place forever. For after you finish reading You’re just avoiding work again. Sort open mind. Our differences are what to eat in Guangzhou, where every this magazine and use it as a mat of like how we’re avoiding real work by make us beautiful. other tiny storefront has a binder-sized for your dog to poop on, a terrible writing these garbage horoscopes. No food menu and brick walls with diners calamity shall befall you. That's effort at all. behind them. Rough times for you. karma. That's PRD karma.

Aries Taurus Gemini Cancer 3.21~4.20 4.21~5.21 5.22~6.21 6.22~7.22

Why are you still wearing your fake Leave Guangzhou. Life is a roller coaster – one of the Your wardrobe needs an upgrade. Beats every day? Do you think it’s terrifying ones at Chimelong. Use The Beijing bikini will only last 2011? The part of the electronics this knowledge to come to terms with you another two months, and then market you bought them from isn’t your own urgent, panicky lifestyle. you’ll need to find a shirt capable of even open anymore. Upgrade to a It’s not you, Gemini, it’s the coaster covering your belly. Try out a jersey, pair of those Bose noise-canceling inside you. or just go to Uniqlo. Wear green on headphones or just get earbuds the 13th for good fortune. already.

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