The Future of Sports Is Digital. It's Also Chinese

The Future of Sports is Digital. It’s also Chinese.

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2 | AUGUST 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM Editor’s Note AUGUST 2017

An Editor’s Note, I am told, is meant to give readers insights into the editorial process of a publication. Well, reader, here’s ours: You know how many puns we tested for this month’s cover story title? A stupid, embarrassing amount. ‘It’s Game Time’ was too hokey. ‘Not All Fun and Games’ sounded too dire. My personal favorite, Dominique’s suggestion ‘Get Rich or Game Trying,’ didn’t exactly go with the rest of our piece. Then our designer Iris made a beautiful cover with the words ‘Game On,’ and it was game over for our decision-making process. an esports industry that was growing, but small. How wrong we were.When Esports we set is out massive, on our and gaming has been journey, for yearswe expected now – it’s to findjust that hardly any of us are paying attention. For her fascinating piece on page 40, Dominique Wong interviews everyone from professional gamers to esports academics (and yes, that’s a real thing – you can even get a degree). Elsewhere in the magazine, Chinese winners of the iPhone Photography Awards share their incredible images (p. 10); Dominic Ngai takes us on a tour of Huawei’s stunning new campus (p. 20); Erica Martin gives the low-down on Ariana Grande (p. 33); and I get very excited about a new Hunanese restaurant near Baitasi (p. 56). Finally, I’d like to extend a special thanks to everyone who made our 2017 Lifestyle Awards a memorable evening. Hundreds of you came to Unico to join us in celebrating the best this city has to offer. Check out our photos from the night on page 22.

Until next month,

Noelle Mateer Editor-in-Chief

Our That's Beijing team, exhausted and happy, after a successful Lifestyle Awards

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8 DRESS TO IMPRESS Happy Hour18:00--20:00 Everyday Craft Beer Buy 1 Get 1 Free Opinions on fashion from young and old

14 EGGSCELLENT? Pedestrians and architects tell us NCPA looks like an egg

15 CHINESE URBAN DICTIONARY The word for someone Location: 11-15 Podium Floor W3 Building Oriental Plaza, Wangfujing TEL :010-56075290 who’s... gotten around 7

16 LIFE & STYLE 18 HANG UP THE PHONE Huawei makes a phone for fried chicken lovers

22 PARTY PEOPLE The winners of our That’s Beijing Lifestyle Awards

26 FLOWER POWER 26 Hot floral prints for summer

28 ARTS 29 ELYSIA CRAMPTON Getting deep with the composer and activist 33 GRANDE ENTRANCE Lock up your donuts: Ariana’s coming to town

34 SWEET STREAMS Our pick of Chinese films to watch online 33

50 EAT & DRINK 54 I WILL SURVIVE Who’s reopened after the brickings? 56 SOUTHERN FISH OUT OF WATER The new location of an old favorite 58 TOP OF THE POPS Shuangjing’s vegan restaurant 63 Rootpop kills it

4 | AUGUST 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM 40 PLAYING IN THE BIG LEAGUES How China rose to dominance in the pro-gaming industry

10 CAMERA READY The Chinese winners of the 2017 iPhone Photography Awards

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UNDER THE DOME The consensus is in: NCPA looks likes a giant duck egg, p14

Generation Gap iPhone Photography Awards Chinese Urban Dictionary p8 p10 p17 TALES OF THE CITY

BEIJING RICKSHAW DRIVERS PERSEVERE IN FACE OF GOVERNMENT CRACKDOWN by Justine Lopez, additional reporting by Vivian Liu

With the rise of shared bikes and more rigor- - the 40-year-old Beijing local says. “It’s the shaws began to be edged out of the market. ous enforcement of traffic laws, many rick livelihood of so many people, and it’s part of But Beijing’s rickshaw culture has managed- shaw drivers are struggling to get by. our culture. They’re taking it away without to endure. Although traffic laws pertaining specifically compensation or arrangements [for other job Despite the newest set of challenges fac to rickshaws have long existed in the capital, opportunities]. There’s nothing we can do, ing rickshaws, drivers like Li are still finding they are now being enforced in ways never though.” - ways to scrape together a living. before seen. In a citywide effort to curb illegal However, the strict enforcement of traffic “I have to be more cautious now, but business – the same drive that's resulted in laws and the clamping down on illegal busi work hasn’t been harder or easier,” he said. thousands of closings in the hutongs this year nesses aren’t the only things posing a threat “Beijing’s very big, and if I can’t go to one – police are cracking down on drivers for all to Beijing’s rickshaw culture. The rise of area, I go to another. People are more or less sorts of infractions, from operating without easy-to-use transportation options like Didi, willing to take a [rickshaw] if there are places licenses to driving in restricted areas. electric scooters and shared bikes means that they need to go to.” Shanghai The law states that rickshaws can only customers were already dwindling. DailyOn a good day, some drivers manage to - conduct business in places designated by the Despite the challenges, it’s still common- to make up to RMB500, according to government – mainly around touristy lakes see rickshaw drivers pedaling down Beijing’s . But rickshaw drivers who are operat like Houhai. However, it’s not uncommon streets, carting tourists around and drum ing outside of the law still risk being slapped- for unlicensed rickshaw drivers to break the ming up business. It’s a sight not far removed with fines or having their vehicles – worth rules and risk hefty fines in order to make a from the time rickshaws first appeared in the roughly RMB2,000 – confiscated by authori living. - city. ties. According to a rickshaw driver surnamed Rickshaws have a long history in Beijing Drivers like Li still believe the risk is worth Li, the recent crackdown on illegal business and in China as a whole. They first appeared the reward. es, rickshaws included, is making life in the in China in 1873. Back then they were simple, “It makes money. I’ve been doing it a long capital increasingly challenging. two-wheeled carts that were literally pulled time, so I’ve gotten used to it and good at it. “It’s devastating and inconsiderate. The by “drivers” on foot. They became such a I’ll just have to be more careful,” he said. - government says they’re cracking down popular mode of public transport that the And for many drivers who have spent their on illegitimate businesses, but China has number of rickshaws in China ballooned to lives pedaling rickshaws around China’s capi always been full of them. China has always 10,000 in less than a year. - tal, there’s no choice but to persevere. had people selling on the streets and China It wasn’t until the introduction of cars and has always had rickshaw drivers. Always,” motorbikes in the 20th century, that rick

WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | AUGUST 2017 | 7 THE BUZZ

GENERATION GAP Do you prioritize fashion in your everyday life?

SUN, 20s

MONKEYING AROUND

An animal at Beijing Zoo cools down with a slice of watermelon during last month’s heatwave.

For me, it varies across seasons. I like to - keep it simple. I’m not picky about what I - wear during the springtime, but during sum mer I like to focus on keeping cool by wear ing casual, comfortable garments and colors like white, green and blue. I keep my outfit refreshing and stay cool because I wear lighter colors. During the fall I’ll dress in whatever and even experiment – my sense of fashion isn’t at all restricted during this time. In winter I like to wear black and white, and YANG,long, warm 70s coats.

Up in the Air

The much-anticipated, flashy Beijing Daxing International Airport will be the largest aviation hub by volume in the world when it opens next year. With flights in and out of Beijing - Capital International Airport reaching saturation point, its opening is eagerly I wear what I like and what I think is com awaited. “There are demands to add fortable. Usually I’ll wear something very hundreds of flights in Beijing every day casual, though sometimes I’ll dress nicer that get refused because we’re running if I’m in a good mood. What I wear also out of resources,” says Liu Xuesong, the depends on the occasion. If I’m going out to general manager of Capital Airports Asmeet told friends, to Vivian as opposed Liu to going grocery Holding Co. The behemoth will aim to shopping, I’ll want to look nicer. serve not only the capital, but Hebei and Tianjin as well.

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“I have to put on for the city no matter the team. It's a different mission and vision over here in 200~300 the Jing”

…is the number of pocket-sized ‘flame-throwers’ sold last month on Stephon Marbury announces his plans to stay in China on Instagram. Taobao, marketed as the latest in ‘anti-pervert technology.’ Gone are Marbury has signed with the Beijing Fly Dragons, the Beijing Ducks’ the days of low-voltage tasers and pepper spray; women can now crosstown rivals. While a minority of hardcore Ducks fans are upset carry mini blowtorches with them to ward off predators. Ranging with the former NBA star’s turncoat transfer, Marbury’s main fanbase from RMB90-300, they’re cheaper than you’d expect for humanity’s- is thrilled. As he writes in his post: “The fans said stay so I’m staying. first ever commercial lightsaber. The flame-throwers occupy a legal They said ‘we will love you no matter where you go.’ It’s hard to leave gray area at the moment,Star and Wars are definitely not allowed on the sub that type of love.” So get ready for the year of Stephon Marbury, the way. But the device only causes burns and permanent scars, not the Flying Dragon. rad slicing plasma from .

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This year’s international iPhone Photography Awards were dominated by photographers from Greater China. Here, some of the best.

Kuanglong Zhang

3rd Place – Photographer of the Year Photo location: Udaipur, India

Paddy Chao

1st Place – Architecture Photo location: Chand Baori, India

Shuo Li

3rd Place – Animals Photo location: Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya 10 | AUGUST 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM FEATURE | CITY

Dan Liu

2nd Place – Portrait Photo location: Tashkurghan, Xinjiang

Chung Hung

3rd Place – Lifestyle Photo location: Taipei

Naian Feng

2nd Place – Architecture Photo location: Forbidden City, Beijing

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Jiabing He

2nd Place – People Photo location: unspecified

Xirui Huang

3rd Place – News/Events Photo location: Sur, Diyarbakir, Turkey

YuMing Guan

2nd Place – Lifestyle Photo location: Oia, Santorini, Greece

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Kaiyuan Teng

n Lee Jones 3rd Place – Trees Photo location: Osaka, Japa 3rd Place – Abstract Photo location: unspecified

Li Jinquan

3rd Place – Travel Photo location: Taj Mahal, India

WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | AUGUST 2017 | 13 CITY | ON THE BLOCK

NCPA, XI CHANG’AN JIE The Building

The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), designed by French architect Paul Andreu, is a great dome surrounded by a lake. The titanium and glass-shell structure comprises an opera house and three halls that stretch across almost 12,000-sqm. Completed in 2007, it stands out from its environment and neighboring landmarks, such as Tiananmen Square and Urban planning guidelines forbid the Forbidden City. Although designed to resemble a rising sun or a pearl, the the construction of “bizarre” and structureThe Residents’ is more View colloquially known as The Giant Egg. “odd-shaped” buildings that are – devoid of character or cultural heritage. Here, we gather opinions The word on the street is that NCPA looks like an egg. Pedestrian Liang says: on some of the unusual architecture “Well it’s colloquially known as the Duck Egg, so I guess it looks like a duck that remains, from both a designer’s egg.” An elder gentleman surnamed Bi acknowledges that it looks like a duck and layman’s viewpoint. egg but, “it could also look like the cover of a wok.” Chen has a slightly different interpretation, telling us: “It looks like a duck egg. But if you’re pessimistic, like anThe anthill.” Architect’s View

JSPA architect Florent Buis isn’t a fan. “The architect’s [Paul Andreu’s] intention was to create an ‘island on a lake.’ At first sight, he seems to have succeeded: the building clearly looks like an independent object floating on the water. It’s very photogenic,” he says. “But when you examine the interior organization of the project and its place in the city, it seems that the building’s functions and spaces are somehow trying to deal with the constraints of that radical idea. For example, the continuous water surface meant that an underground base was necessary for entering building. But the effect is that it broke the connection between the building and the city. “Despite the architect’s discourse about creating an ‘urban public building for all,’ the underground base, where shops and restaurantsDW&VL were supposed to develop, didn't work out, and his formal concept created an isolated structure – mono-functional and reserved for the elite.”

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– We often say that a relationship is mean experienced men who can like a ride two people set off ons show young girls a good time. a journey, discovering themselves Later it came to mean those who and each other along the way. It’ are experienced in finding pirated not about the destination, and it content online (the No. 1 thing that always has ups and downs. They Suchthe Internet Laosiji is built for) and are may fight and go their separate willing to share such resources. ways,Laosiji or make up and travel to are treated with the faraway places. “ utmost respectLaosiji for their skills and a Laosiji is built on that metaphor. generosity. Literally meaning an old driver,” Today, can be anyone is the one who has been who is knowledgeable about any- dating for a very, very long time. subject and willing to share the He knows all the ups and downs, knowledge. For the younger gen - Laosiji / lǎosījī / 老司机 n."an old driver", someone with a lot of expe- every pitfall and rocky patch along eration whoLaosiji lack experience and rience, especially when it comes to dating; someone who's been doing the ride, because he has been don't know how to get to their des something for a very long time, knows everything there is to know about down this road countless times. tination, will get you there it and is willing to teach newcomers. When he takes you for a ride, he by giving you a ride. can show you the best scenery and Love, life or even the Internet I have been struggling with this PowerPoint presentation how to deal with situations when- Laosijican sometimes seem like a jungle for weeks, and Lao Wang did it for me in minutes! they arise. When you are young, an without a trail. And we all need a experienced lover may be a short to show us the way. Next Wow Lao Wang is a Laosiji. It's cutThe to the term best originated things a relationshipfrom a time you see one, jump onboard so nice of him to teach you. can offer. Laosijiand enjoy the trip. Also don't forget “Laosiji to pay Mia it Li back when you become a raunchy music video of a Yunnan one day. I know. I will be able to do it myself next time. folk song titled , take me with you,” where young girls trade Thank god for Laosiji. - their company forLaosiji a ride came into to town (mad respect to Yunnan for set ting the trend).

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HUAWEI, NI HAO A design tour of Huawei's new ultra-modern Beijing campus, p20 Photo by Christian Gahl by Photo

Shop Openings Lifestyle Awards Summer Prints p19 p22 p26

SPOTLIGHT 17 - AUGUST 2017 | | AUGUST WWW.THATSMAGS.COM s Weibo via www.weibo.com/honghuang ’ ing. Who’d have thought that would happen, that would thought have ing. Who’d right? Follow Hung You’ve worn a lot of hats throughout your your a lot of hats throughout worn You’ve TV host) actress, author, (publisher, career felt fit the particular you in one – is there best? you. column for a write so ask me to Author, .] [Smiles ideal and of style sense own Describe your outfit. I dress. so I am difficult to I am overweight, to be kinder clothing to find Chinese-style bias-cut a lot of Chinese I have body-type. my wool a Tibetan yak Norlha, from I bought tops which the long robe, I also like manufacturer. them like I wear wear. men used to Chinese in dressing with leggings. I believe a dress I am day the occasion, so on an average for silk and I wear events or linen. For all cotton ‘Chinese.’ stay to I try But style-wise, brocade. outfits. pants and yoga is sweat Downtime be talking about as a guest What will you at NEU ’17? speaker I think I will be talking about ‘MADE IN talk about be able to 2.0’ – or I hope to CHINA leading see Chinese to exciting it. It’s very in manufactur practices better to the way -

not stingy; global with a local focus; lots of lip with a local focus; not stingy; global always protection; environmental service to new. about [what’s] curious at the on working you are What projects moment? I call ‘MADE IN on a project I am working manufac find Chinese to I want 2.0.’ CHINA in the way leading the world are who turers quality with high things: high make they of the on protection focusing morality, the best and safest and offering environment The first book will be consumers. to products this year. out in September to like do you How seem super busy. You downtime? your spend mastered – I think I have I am not that busy I juggle In reality, busy. the art of looking very favorite is my a lot of things, but downtime home and stay to just like time. I actually the house. hang around called feel about being do you How and Winfrey Oprah to answer “China’s Wintour”? Anna I am exaggerated. way way, It is way, Wow! own once had my who I am an editor neither. and Anna, both Oprah I respect talk show. TV certainly be them, and to want but I don’t not both of them at the same time. Rich and thing. – it’s not my famous interview by Dominique Wong by interview - HUNG HUANG ? ) and the as iLook known (formerly Media Mogul and Editor-in-Chief of Open Page of Open Editor-in-Chief Mogul and Media Brand-conscious yet brand-free; choosy but choosy brand-free; yet Brand-conscious fashion consumer. fashion Describe the average millennial Chinese Chinese millennial Describe the average four times a year. four and [decreased the publishing] frequency to to the publishing] frequency and [decreased , Open Page changed our name to 2015. We designers. And the second big change was designers. And the second big change was when we decided to focus on local Chinese on local Chinese focus to decided we when The biggest adaption we made was in 2006, made was The biggest adaption we the years to stay relevant? stay to the years And how has the magazine adapted over over adapted has the magazine how And business suit. ‘fashionable’ then. People just wanted a good just wanted then. People ‘fashionable’ Open Page Open not was When I joined in 1998, fashion by than 11 mil has more Time in 2011, Hung at as editor-in-chief over took you since “100 Most Influential People in the World” in the World” “100 Most Influential People evolved industry fashion has China’s How Chinese fashion designers. Named one of the designers. fashion Chinese details). for China (BNC), a boutique showcasing young young a boutique showcasing (BNC), China (see p. 65 at NEU ’17 festival guest speaker founder of Taikoo Li North’s Brand New Brand Li North’s of Taikoo founder as a and will feature on Weibo lion followers Page editor-in-chief of fashion magazine Open magazine of fashion editor-in-chief businesswoman. The Ningbo native is the native The Ningbo businesswoman. Hung Huang is a publisher, author and author Huang is a publisher, Hung STYLE RADAR

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FINGER LICKIN’ PHONE OVERHEARD KFC and Huawei have partnered up to release what must surely be the

right,first-ever K-Fry fried fanatics chicken-themed can now own phone: a “I'll just get a fake one sleekthe Huawei red phone 7 Plus adorned – KFC edition. with the That’s face of Colonel Sanders himself. The new phone will be limited to a on Taobao for 20kuai, release of 5,000 units, CNBC reports. The phones went on sale last month for preinstalled with the KFC app, along thanks” RMB1,099 a piece on Tmall and come that allows customers to personally selectwith 'K-music,' the tunes a that new play jukebox while feature eating in any KFC restaurant throughout the country. So commented one Weibo user on the release and Huawei both celebrate 30 years of Prada’s new money clip, designed in the The joint venture comes as KFC (roughly RMB1,250) in the US only, it’s made of business in China, where KFC has shape of a paperclip. Available for USD185 consistently been the undisputed logo on the side too. Since its launch, neti- champion of fast food. They were the zensentirely have of madesilver, fun and of hey its –outrageous it’s got a Prada price tag. Meanwhile, some savvy consumers have in the country, and they hold a larger done the math for us; with the same amount first brand from the West to set up shopJP of money, you could buy more than 34,000 share of the market than McDonalds. www.prada.com regular paperclips at an office supplies store.

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from a small Noodle Bar in New York’s EastDavid Village Chang’s to Momofukuan empire of has successful expanded Asian-American comfort food stores with outlets throughout the US, Canada - lar with the hipster crowd, Chang’s and Australia. Already extremely popu the release of his limited-edition SB street cred reaches the next level with The design is inspired by the Momofuku darkDunk denim High Pro apron “Momofuku” (the body) in and June. its peach logo (on the heels). A small number of these dope kicks have made their way to China’s Nike

RMB969, nike.com stores. Dig in before ‘last order.’

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PRINCIPLE M HOME YOGA BEIJING a style-savvy man could want: fully-canvassed suits, shirts, We know: with yoga studios a dime a dozen these days, it’s hard suspenders,Principle M ispocket a bespoke squares menswear and even boutique umbrellas that (for offers a cool everything to pick just one. Can the teacher speak English? Will I be able to keep up? Will there be food? These are all questions you may have around the world and consider themselves ‘image consultants,’ Yiyang’s house, HYB offers personal (there is only enough room for asked yourself. Enter Home Yoga Beijing. Held at yoga instructor assistingRMB900). shoppers The team with at Principle the development M imports of quality a personal fabrics style. from If a range of classes – from pre- and post-natal to meditation and re- four mats) and professional teaching in a warm atmosphere. With you’re looking to take your suit game to the next level, stop by pretty damn cool). Oh, and for the record, yes to all of the above laxation – there’s plenty to like, including Yiyang’s house itself (it’s ‘bespoke,’Principle M’s like, new a lot. location HL in Shang (just above Qmex and Bottega, questions. DW see our feature p. 57 for more details) and expect to hear the word Home Yoga Beijing, book a class via either of the following WeChat ID: www.principlem.com 18610049568

WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | AUGUST 2017 | 19 LIFE & STYLE | DESIGN BUILDING INNOVATION Huawei’s Expansive Beijing R&D Center words by Dominic Ngai, images by gmp Architects / Christian Gahl

Project name: Huawei Technological Factory The brief: Buildings After previous projects in Shenzhen and Chengdu, Huawei has - Location: Zhongguancun Environmental teamed up with German architectural design firm gmp to design another atResearch the center, and complete Development with Centercourtyards – this and time gardens here in around Beijing. each Similar structure. to a uni versity campus, the layout sees three R&D buildings surrounding a canteen ProtectionArea: Park, Beijing Most of the workspaces have a view of the greenery outside, while the silhou- ette of the nearby Xishan Design 139,355sqm company: gmp Architects (Western Mountains) serves as the background of the massive complex.

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Four-story R&D buildings are comprised of two intersecting squares forming the shape of the number ‘8,’ with courtyards in the middle. The exterior of the first floor is made with light-color- ed natural stone , creating a visual contrast with Crisscrossing pathways link all the different buildings together alongside with ample green space the dark metal panels of the upper floors. throughout the property.

With plenty of natural light streaming in through the The lobby follows a similar understated design to the rest of the complex, with the addition of thin glass ceiling, the central stairways continue the black- strips of warm wood decorating the back wall and ceiling. and-white theme of the exterior.

At the center of the complex is the canteen, seamlessly integrated with the park's landscaping.

WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | AUGUST 2017 | 21 More than 500 of you turned out to celebrate the best of what the city has to oﬀer at the third annual That’s Beijing Lifestyle Awards, held on July 11. At the incredible Unico Gastropub, we handed out 37 awards in categories ranging from health to nightlife to style. It was a glamorous night packed with great food, drinks and company. A huge thanks to our guests, nominees and winners, and to Unico for allowing us to hold our ceremony in their beautiful venue. And thank you to all of our wonderful sponsors who helped make the night so memorable: Turkish Airlines, Stella Artois, Laurent Falcon, Nyonya Kitchen, Lily Nails, Blow+Bar, SpaceCycle, Nailzone, AWA Health, BaseFit, Satavado, Catherine de France, Home Grounds, Bodhi and Wake Yoga. Cocktails and New Bar of the Year (Readers’ Choice) For the full list of winners, visit thatsmags.com. Red Dog

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EAT YOUR ART OUT Our guide to this month’s best exhibitions, p37

Summer Flicks Birdstriking New Music p32 p34 p36 DRUMROLL - - 29

AUGUST 2017 | | AUGUST WWW.THATSMAGS.COM Sometimes I think words complicate things complicate Sometimes I think words and can keep others from acknowledging acknowledging from others and can keep it’s I say, truth in what any If there’s growth. contradic or inconsistencies in the fractured How does your music occupy both an both an occupy music does your How environ a nightclub and space intellectual ment? American, as Latinx, my as Native It’s true, together woven are and history references but I honestly call club culture, we with what BPMs that danceable in a find my don’t on that work to I’d like context. standard person. [laughs], but I’m a slow the growth I produce, the texts tions between points. fixed two between Thu Aug 10, 10pm; ticket price TBD; Dada (see Listings for details) - -

ou've spent much of your life in rural life in rural much of your spent ou've electronic music culture in the US is in music culture electronic cities? around centered a but I still live I’m no longer based in Virginia, point regard an interesting make You life. rural often music. People ing location and electronic music should sound a set notion of what have It’s good to area. coming out of a rural like, notions of spa those preconceived complicate as they especially relations, land-body tial or define us as people, and define our so-called Americans, we’re I think as Native cultures. look or sound a certain if we validated only has the settler state how to relates which way, of life. ways defined and policed us and our Can you also tell us about your live shows shows live us about your also tell you Can accompany use to and the visuals you them? with this been touring I’ve The performance short story Allan Poe’s is based on Edgar year and Charmion” of Eiros “The Conversation El Pez Churata’s writer] as [Peruvian as well about a . The show’s is loosely De Oro story My with planet Earth. in love comet that falls helped me design the visuals that are brother behind me at some of the shows. projected Y your has that influenced How Virginia. how considering music, especially by Erica Martin by ELYSIA CRAMPTONELYSIA The Composer Activist and Cosmic on Love Culture Club and - -

We come from a history of people that did a history come from We before my grandpa passed away. passed away. grandpa my before body of work, and loosely cover the month cover and loosely of work, body concepts as textures that make up the larger up the larger that make concepts as textures song highlights different Aymara spiritual spiritual Aymara different song highlights Chuqui Chinchay – that I call my god. Each – that I call my Chinchay Chuqui city” appear flesh, our our own – but used or with this deity named Ccoa encounter writing in a textual form. form. writing in a textual – “the lettered word on the written not rely an is speaking to The album as a whole go beyond the boundaries that are set with the boundaries that are go beyond album, new us a bit about your Tell . y Escupitajo Spots a form of communication is helpful for me to me to of communication is helpful for a form history. carry comes with trial and error. Utilizing music as and error. comes with trial to and our sound, as a way ance, our textiles to detail one’s position is a difficult thing that to Aymara ‘becoming-ness.’ Having the language Having ‘becoming-ness.’ Aymara and my Aymara ‘being-ness,’ which is to say say is to which ‘being-ness,’ Aymara and my language I use to attest my Aymara heritage Aymara my attest language I use to has allowed me to deepen and articulate the deepen and articulate me to has allowed Practicing writing and composing music Practicing into your music over time? music over your into have you incorporated Aymara culture culture Aymara incorporated you have of Aymara survival and resistance.” How How and resistance.” survival of Aymara You’ve described your music as “a project music as “a project described your You’ve how words can get complicated. words how of South America), cosmic love stories and stories of South America), cosmic love her Aymara heritage (an indigenous people her Aymara Crampton to learn about her commitment to learn about her commitment to to Crampton and electrifying beats. We caught up with caught and electrifying beats. We issues with a combination of musical poetry issues with a combination of musical poetry electronic music and an exhilarating live per live music and an exhilarating electronic tackles progressive Crampton Elysia former, A composer of lush, uncompromising of lush, uncompromising A composer COLLAGE

COMING SOON ‘Wu Kong’ Set to Smash the Summer Box Office

China’s domestic cinema disappointed

The Fatein the of first the Furioushalf of 2017 and Dangalwith box. However office Wusuccess Kong claimed, which debutedby foreign in films theaters like

AUGUST - 25 around China on July 13, bucked the trend when it became the first domesti Baby Driver Directedcally produced by Derek film Kwok of 2017 and to starring break EddieRMB100 Peng, million it’s the on latestits opening interpretation day. since its July debut in the US. Written, produced of the much-loved and often-adapted andThis directed stylish heist by Edgar film has Wright garnered (Shaun much of the buzz Dead, - Hot Fuzz makers have given the classic tale a mod- young and talented getaway driver in Atlanta who story of the Monkey King, though film Wu Kong falls in love), the with film a waitressfollows Baby (Lily (Ansel James) Elgort), and tries a to extricate himself from his bad-guy bosses (a star- ern twist by basing it on a popular internet novel from the early 2000s. studded crew featuring Kevin Spacey, Jamie Foxx should get a further boost at the box office throughout the month of August due to a and Jon Hamm) in order to be with her. Though the temporary summer lag on foreign films released in Chinese theaters. plot may sound similar to Drive with a tragic backstory: a head injury that he copes with by listening to music all the, Baby time. stands This in out turn ’s excellent soundtrack. Hao acts as a vehicle for the film Marvel has teamed up with the Chinese

comic series centered on Chinese super- heroes.tech company Artists NetEase Keng and to Zhou create Liefen, its first along with playwright Shui Zhu, have been tasked with creating the new characters, and production is underway. For now, these characters will be limited to the pages of comic books, but considering Marvel’s massive popularity in China, AUGUST they could also play a role in upcoming 25

Cars 3 Marvel films. Lightning McQueen, played by Owen Wilson, re- Bu Hao turns as a now-aging racer in the third installment Fans anticipating the live-action remake of Pixar’s Cars of Mulan will be disappointed to learn bro-y young racecar named Jackson Storm beats McQueen in several franchise. races Conflicts because arisehe’s a when newer- a more than a year. Experts believe that model car with fancier parts. After McQueen gets pressurethat the film’s on Disney premiere is mounting has been due delayed to into a major crash, he trains with race technician the success of the live-action remakes Cruz Ramirez (Cristela Alonzo), and the two return of Beauty and the Beast and Wonder to the races in order to take back his title and win Woman. And rumors that Australian - ingly poignant. one for her. Critics have deemed the film surpris the title character – instead of an actress fromactress China Natasha – have Liu been Bordizzo a source will of play controversy that could delay production.

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‘Snow Blind’ (2017) ‘Dangerous ‘Spittle (Safeway Sinjin Hawke Woman’(2016) Parking Lot)’ (2017) Ariana Grande Elysia Crampton ‘Snow Blind’ shows more dualism than your average Grande sings about independence While completely different to the dubstep cut, with an absurdly and self-assurance, all the while electronic artist’s usual bangin’ dramatic, dreamy and corny build attributing these traits to someone tracks, ‘Spittle’ has a quiet beauty up to a harsh flurry of noise in the else as she swoons: ‘There’s some- and, at nine-and-a-half minutes drop. thing ‘bout you.’ long, belongs on a soundtrack.

‘Chinatown’ (2017) ‘Me and You’ (2017) ‘Millennia’(2017) Liam Gallagher Quan Champagne Drip A track from Gallagher’s upcom- A stripped-down, incessantly metered The drop on this dubstep-EDM ing solo album, ‘Chinatown’ is RnB track from new boy Quan. The genre-mash has sharp synth swells classic Gallagher: reflective lyrics, instrumental is colorful, while the that give the bass wubs a structure acoustic guitar and an uplifting vocals are basic, yet earnest. A strong to shake around. chorus. start.

Our favorite tracks from artists playing in Beijing this month. For full nightlife and gig listings, visit www.thatsmags.com

GIG POSTER OF THE MONTH

The folks at Modernsky Lab are throwing a two- night birthday extravaganza this month to celebrate their second anniversary – and it’s going to be epic. Titled ‘Dynamic Equilibrium,’ the festival features a host of musical legends and up-and- and Heebie-Jeebies. Will their third anniversary nextcomers year including span three DaBang, evenings? Birdstriking, We can only Bloodz hope. Boi

Fri Aug 25-Sat Aug 26, 8.30pm; RMB150 (door), RMB100 (advance); Modernsky Lab, 5-108, B1, Bldg D, Galaxy SOHO, Chaoyang 朝阳区朝阳门银河SOHO D座B1层5-108室

WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | AUGUST 2017 | 31 ARTS | FILM

- picts a building in Chengdu and the characters Revered filmmaker Jia Zhangke movingly de Originally a state-owned factory, the building iswho eventually frequent demolished it over the course to become of 50 a years.luxury high-rise in a story that mirrors China’s urban development as a whole. 24 City is a real apartment complex in Chengdu, and parts of the

film are shot in documentary style. Drama

24 City 二十四城记 (Jia Zhangke, 2008)

Too hot to leave the house, or even drag yourself out of bed? Hole up next to the A/C and spend a day getting better acquainted with Chinese film. Heralded classics, art house flicks, camp horror – here are some of our favorites.

Romance

House of Flying Daggers 十面埋伏 (Zhang Yimou, 2004)

The obligatory martial arts offering on our list, this Academy Award-nominated

packed epic, with breathtaking cinema- filmtography is as muchand a agroundbreaking romance as an action-performance by Zhang Ziyi, who plays a blind dancer in one of her early starring roles.

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Despite a somewhat meandering plot, this block- buster is one of China’s most successful animated -

followsfilms of aall mythical time, thanks girl named to its gorgeous, Chun who innova visits the humantive visuals. world Based disguised on a classic as a red Daoist dolphin. story, it

Animation

Big Fish & Begonia 大鱼海棠 Comedy (Liang Xuan and Zhang Chun, 2016)

I Am Not Madame Bovary 我不是潘金莲 satirical comedy that cleaned Fan Bingbing shines in a (Feng Xiaogang, 2016) earning praise from critics at homeup at the and box abroad. office The while movie follows Fan as protagonist Li Xuelian, who must navigate bureaucracy and societal pressures on women as she tries to outsmart her ex- husband, who is attempting to slander her good name.

The House That Never Dies One of the few Chinese horror films to find tobox be office haunted. success, It’s a bit thin on actual scares, is about a real Beijing mansion that’s believed and – best of all – feminist undertones, thanks tobut Ruby the film Lin’s features incredible sumptuous performance art direction as both Horror the house’s belabored new occupant and a ghostly sex worker from the 1910s. The House That Never Dies 京城81号 (Raymond Yip, 2014) Art House

Kaili Blues 路边野餐 (Bi Gan, 2016)

follows a former gangster as he travels around his homeSet in Guizhou,region trying Bi Gan’s to rescue acclaimed his nephew. directorial Its haunt debut- ing imagery and innovative camerawork (including a

movie) have garnered major critical acclaim. 41-minute unbroken shot that takes up a third of the

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OPEN MINDS Beijing Noise Rockers Birdstriking Turn to New Ideas on Their Anticipated Second Album by Zaruf Ezhan

A half-decade gap between albums may be the norm “It wasn’t a big problem for our debut, as the genuine for veteran rock stars holding on to what’s left of their fans will buy our music no matter what,” says the band. - “We didn’t pay too much attention to the content either. tential and a solid fanbase, it’s rare. “We’ve been through amusical lot, both careers. in and But out forof music,”a young say band Wang with Xinjiu massive and poHe commentaryThe writing was need a pretty not look fluid further and natural than the process.” album’s unusualFans anticipating title. “We think a new people brand should of Birdstriking open up their social Fan,They the aren’tfounding kidding. members of Beijing noise rock outfit brain and let in new things,” they say. “People, including Birdstriking. us, are too lazy to leave their comfort zone sometimes.” risen through the ranks of the Chinese capital’s rock The band is urging their fans to have ‘holey brains’ Not long after the band first formed, Birdstriking had and open up to their new musical direction, a more titled debut album, which was recorded by local hero clubs. In 2012, the college-aged trio released their self- courting of controversy. The problem? Lyrics like “You developedWhile the sound, Velvet albeit Underground-meets-Sonic without the first album’s Youth active Yang Haisong from P.K.14can control via Maybe the media, Mars. but you can’t “We think people should control my mind” didn’t sit well with content of Holey Brain is as clean and wholesome as it authorities, and because of a track gets.controlled Instead chaos of rallying of the firstcries album against remains, brainwashing, the lyrical the open up their brains and - weren't able to distribute their al- tives and favorite sports teams. let in new things” bumcalled in ‘Monkey the PRC. Snake,’ Birdstriking bandIt’s singseasy toabout argue the that struggles an artist’s of being freedom 25, distant of expres rela- This rebellious punk exuber- ance convinced Anton Newcombe, the frontman of leftsion school is being and stifled traveled yet again.the world, But in and reality, the trio it’s arebeen now five years since the song ‘Monkey Snake.’ The boys have hisSan UK Francisco label ‘A’ psych-rock Recordings band three The years Brian later. Jonestown That drum kit to play guitar. He Fan is now a proud husband, Massacre, to re-release Birdstriking’s album under a five-piece, with Xinjiu stepping up from behind the themes and preoccupations. Jonestownsame year, BirdstrikingMassacre’s guitarist. went on Ita 25-datewas Maymi US tourwho too. All this growth is reflected in the new album’s under the management of Ricky Maymi, The Brian band. “We believe that real rock music reflects who you are,” proposedThe result a follow-up was Holey record Brain, whichby the is Beijing-based slated for an butsays more Birdstriking. melodic, “We and wrotethe songs the firstare deep album thoughts at the age of about20 and ourselves we did the rather second than in usour telling mid-20s. people It’s whatless punk, they When asked if they’ve consciously chosen to avoid po- should or should not do.” tentiallyAugust 2017 controversial release under topics Maybe this time Mars around, once again. the band say they're unconcerned with things like sales distribu- Holey Brain drops mid-August via www.maybemars.com; tion or the lack thereof. Birdstriking perform at Modernsky Lab’s second anniversary party (see p. 31 for details)

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She became an honorary citizen of Manchester, UK after her One Love Manchester concert, which raised money for the victims of the bombing that took place at her

concert in May. including a worker bee, She has 13 tattoos – city of Manchester – but the official symbol of the publicly desribed. only 11 have ever been

She’s a vegan. 10 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT Her hair is naturally dark and curly – despite being famous for her sleek auburn ponytail. ARIANA GRANDE As the pop princess makes her China debut, That’s scours the darkest recesses of the Internet for some little-known Ariana Grande Her mother was worried trivia. Read on to prepare yourself for her she would grow up to be a Dangerous Woman world tour. serial killer because of her Gloria Estefan saw her childhood fascination with singing on a cruise ship horror movies. when she was eight years old, approached her and said, “You were meant to do this.”

She lives in a historic LA mansion that was once owned by American director Francis Ford Coppola.

Her parents named her after the heroine Princess Oriana from Felix the Cat: The Movie. She’s also allergic to cats.

Cat Valentine on the Nickelodeon Beforeshow finding Victorious mainstream, she made fame her as - leader in the musical 13 She hates dubstep. Broadway debut in 2008 asyears a cheer old. . She was 14

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Hearts of Desire by FAZI The Root of Innocence and this third album from Maybe Mars, Xi’an post-punk foursome The Fuzz changed their name to Fazi, though the dreamy, Sometime between their 2016 sophomore release recorded Hearts of Desire brooding aesthetic they explored on their first two albums stayed the same. Fazi composed and collaborated with Fazi on whilethe eight-track on an expansive album, 43-citybut it actually tour for sounds their previous more cohesive record, than stopping their previousto record release;it everywhere all the fromsongs Taipei are shot to Wuhan. through Musicians with melodic from post-punk, five other nostalgiabands throughout and the occa China- sional surf-rock riff, especially on the album’s title track, which opens with the sound of crashing waves. More lyrics-heavy songs are broken up by shoegaze interludes, especially on the aptly

named ‘Beautiful Noise.’ The record is overlaid with a feeling of movement and rootlessness – Listenfitting at for https://site.douban.com/FAZI/ an album recorded on the road.

SPLIT by DIE!CHIWAWADIE! AND STRUGGLE SESSION - tered with blue paint jars somewhat with the crusty songs within. Guangzhou punk-rockers A 21-track collaboration between two punk bands, this slickly produced vinyl record splat - sively uptempo tracks, moving at a dizzying speed, with few breaking the two-minute mark. A varietyDie!ChiwawaDie! of equally openraw male the record and female with avocals crackly plus 30-second a few evocative funk sample, song titles then (like launch ‘Classmate into aggres Chiu of Spain and Morocco, and whose roaring, plaintive fast-core songs were recorded for the album by the Shoegazer’) make for an intriguing listen. Beijing’s Struggle Session, who just completed a tour album.P.K.14’s Yang Haisong, scream their way through the album’s B-side. Their final track ‘Trail of Glass’ is the clearest narrative of the Beijing underground angst that they are going for throughout the Listen at https://genjingrecords.bandcamp.com/album/split-12

Saboteurs by DEER PARK A project conceived by Shanghai-based vocalist Nick Walsh and his New Zealand-based cousin Shannon Walsh, Deer Park's Saboteurs is an impressive and nuanced album. The band describe - pheric pop songs that blend ambient electronic music with the seamless use of a trumpet and saxophone.themselves asWalsh’s having soaring “a healthy vocals dose are of reminiscent 21st-century of paranoia”Seattle folk explored rockers throughFleet Foxes eerie, at times,atmos but with completely different preoccupations. Standout tracks include ‘Re-Up’ and the poignantly

while both core members were in town, which displayed vocalist Walsh’s onstage charisma and thatunsettling unlikely ‘Birthdays.’ horn section; The bandhere’s performed hoping they an continue unofficial making release music show despitelast month the ingeographical Shanghai setbacks.

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

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Group, ‘Bird. Space. Deep Blue’ C-Space; through Aug 31

Lam Tung-pang, ‘Fragmentation’ Chambers Fine Art; through Aug 20

For gallery information visit www.thatsmags.com/beijing

Aspartime, ‘Brancusi·T’s Model Shop’ Ying Space; through Aug 27

Double Fly Art Center, ‘The Bro Generation’ de Sarthe Gallery; through Sep 10

Huang Zhoutuo, ‘Tangible’ Mocube; through Sep 3

Group Exhibition, ‘Stranger Objects’ Tabula Rasa Gallery; through Aug 22

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digital The future of sports is . It’s . also Chinese 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 competi- tions and qualify for the next stage of the World Cup. But every team that places in Shanghai this weekend receives USD9,000. Do the math, and that’s over RMB10,000 per player. Not bad for a weekend of gaming. Welcome to the world of esports, where professional gamers compete in multiplayer videogames in front of a live audience. Esports has transformed a onetime slacker pur- suit 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 largest 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 Mi COVER STORY / 41 graphics by Iris Wang number of esports players (both recreational and 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 used mostly 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 table until 2011, and, in the case of South Korea, competition. 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 seven years. Better known by his on-screen names coincidence. According to Beijing-based game 1437 and Rose, Siva is part of TNC Pro Team, an developer Chris Pfeiffer, the reason is twofold: esports team sponsored by a Philippine Internet accessibility and big business. Games in China are cafe chain. Siva spent a year in China playing for a generally free to play, meaning that instead of team called LGD Gaming back in 2012, but says paying upfront to buy a game like in the West, us- he “[felt] out of place constantly. You get burned ers can download 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 it worked in the gaming industry professionally since hard to keep track (he joined TNC Pro Team ear- 1995 (and “not-professionally since the mid-80s”). lier this year, his seventh team in just two years). The Internet giant owns WeChat, game distributor When asked where he is based in the Philippines, WeGame and game-streaming service Douyu. It he shouts across the room to his manager: “Hey, also owns Riot Games, which developed League we live in Manila, right?” (Yes, they live in Manila.) of Legends – currently the most-played esport in “Well,” Siva says apologetically, “I’ve only been the world. with the team for three weeks.” Siva’s indiffer- Previous page: An esports tournament “If [your company] is big in China, that instantly ence to geography belies his position on the team: held in Shenzhen (photo by Jocelyn Richards) gives you one-fifth of the world. You’re big in captain. Top: Team merchandise for sale at an Korea? Meh, that’s like being big in Chongqing,” Eight teams participate in the NESO warm up: esports tournament (photo by Jimmy Mi) Pfeiffer laughs. three from China, two each from the Philippines Right: Esports spectators watch a live But big companies aren’t the only ones making and North America, and one from Europe (Greece). game (photo by Jimmy Mi)

42 / 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

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 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 strenuous, though it may sound like leisure 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.” Not all talented esports players follow the professional road. Semi-pro Li “zipninja” Jun plays esports on the live-streaming site

COVER STORY / 43 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 Mi) 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)

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 traffic to their site. Li says his Huomao contract forbids hims 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 lo- as a semi-pro. “If you’re a pro player, many cals to regionals and nationals. I became the things influence whether you succeed or not. first female player ever to get into the finals,” The nature of gaming is cruel. One or two min- she says proudly. “This gave me a lot of at- utes can determine the result of a tournament, tention and helped build up my fanbase. It which could determine your whole career.” [also] increased awareness of female gamers Li travels regularly to compete. At last year’s in the 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). tournaments both here and elsewhere in Yet according to a 2017 report by Newzoo, China, telling us: “I love having a lot of fans.” across the 13 countries surveyed, 46 percent Zhao worked in a bank for four years before of gamers are women. So it’s not that women being approached to work as a producer at aren’t playing games; they just aren’t compet- Panda TV, an esports live-streaming service ing on the same professional level. founded by Wang Sicong, the son of one of Zhao attributes this discrepancy to play- China’s richest men, Dalian Wanda Group ers’ objectives. “There are a lot of female founder Wang Jianlin. gamers in the industry – especially League “It’s rare to see a girl at this level,” Zhao of Legends – but instead of trying to become says. “The guy gamers feel protective towards a serious pro gamer, they’re just in the busi- me. Even though I see more pro female es- ness for live-streaming. They may be beauti- ports players in the future, I don’t think peo- ful or sing really well. Rich guys give them ple’s attitudes will change. People will probably [monetary] ‘gifts’ [on streaming websites]. always view girls who game as exceptionally They’re not necessarily gaming because they cool, badass people.” like it.”

44 / COVER STORY COVER STORY / 45 Another reason may be societal expecta- military-style discipline and even electric gray market existed in many Chinese cities). tions. “Parents don’t think girls should play. shock therapy, the camps are less retreat, Despite lifting the console ban, the Girls are expected to be docile. more bootcamp. The consequences can State General Administration of Press “Older people think that playing games be deadly. Last year, a 16-year-old Chinese and Publication still occasionally prohibits negatively impacts studies or sleep and girl killed her mother after being sent to an games from the mainland, including shooter health. When I was little I’d go into the elec- Internet addiction bootcamp, claiming she game Battlefield 4 for “endangering national tronics store and my dad would say, ‘If you had been beaten and abused at the center. security” and World War II-themed Hearts of come in here again, I’ll break your leg!’" she Earlier this year, the Chinese government Iron for “distorting history.” In July, the state- chuckles. 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 tion.” Known for their harsh environment, consoles anywhere in the country (though a changing. Zhao’s own parents eventually

Clockwise from top: Game developer Chris Pfeiffer at his office 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 headband at Shanghai's Overwatch World Cup qualifier (photo by Jimmy Mi); inside a live esports broadcasting room at WCA (photo by Dominique Wong)

46 / COVER STORY 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 sity that is administered by the Ministry of expertise in the planning, management and Yinchuan, a prefecture-level city located

COVER STORY / 47 People will probably always view girls who game as exceptionally cool, badass people

in Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region in central tract people to the area. Aside from that, esports China, for example. Each year the city hosts the attracts social media platforms and big tech grand finals of World Cyber Arena (WCA), the companies. [The local government] hopes these world’s biggest “third-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 equally diverse places. materials and exams for students wanting to On a visit to the company’s Beijing office, it’s work in 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, than east, the local government is keen to at- an American football team, and Jeff Wilpon, the

48 / COVER STORY 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, one of the most popular (photo by Jocelyn Richards) sports bars in the city, has broadened its program- This page, top to bottom: Esports players in ming to include esports alongside a traditional roster action; 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 Mi) 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- exasperatedly, 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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SNACKS IN THE CITY

Everyone wants a slice of China’s cake. Not mooncakes – honestly, most laowai

the money – those sweet, sweet RMBs. Whichfind those is why kinda last gross. month, I’m I talkingwas invited about to test out Little Creatures, the latest craft beer brand making its way into the Mainland. Originally from the Western Australian port city of Fremantle, Little Creatures make ultra-sessionable craft brews that are tasty enough for a sea- soned beer fan and not too hoppy for a beginner. Expect to see them everywhere, starting this month. In other news, new menus keep a comin’! And me, ya girl, keeps on eatin’. Kentucky Fried... Kale? Last month, I padded my expanding Health food is here to stay, and here’s proof: KFC just opened K Pro, a healthy cafe in waistline with an out-of-this-world new Hangzhou. Instead of fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, customers are offered sal- menu at Sureño, by absolute genius Chef ads, paninis and fresh juice. Uniforms and packaging still sport the KFC logo, but instead of the Colonel’s red-and-white theme, the new store is all decked out in green. (but also get everything else). Meanwhile - myTalib colleague, Hudda. Get who, the like, monkfish works ifout you and go stuff, tried TRIBE’s new menu – she rec- that’sThis right, isn't robotsthe first serve time you Yum meals. Brands, And KFC’s in December, parent company, a Beijing has branch tried ofout the new fast dining food res con- ommends their matcha pancakes. Moka taurantcepts in introducedChina. Last facialyear, therecognition chain opened ordering its first machines. robot restaurant Ah, KFC – thein Shanghai great innovators – where, of Bros also recently unveiled a slew of new our time. AB dishes, most importantly, poke bowls, the hottest thing to burst onto the scene since chefs realized they could make OFF THE BEATEN PLATE big ol’ bowls of uncooked food popular. (Seriously though, they're good.) Finally, we're excited to break an exclusive bar news scoop – The Distillery is on its way back. Having closed in spring due to hutong ‘renova- tions,’ the team behind The D have been hard at work on a bigger, bolder space just down the lane. Details thus far are scant – but we’ve been told to expect outdoor seating and exciting new changes to the bar’s offerings. NM

Just when we thought gimmicky fast food items in China couldn’t get any worse, McDonald’s has made its most outrageous food item to date: the Minion Burger. Ours might as well have been assembled by a stubby-armed, one-eyed minion – stuffed inside its fried chicken patty was a sad, small glob of cheese (minion blood?), and its bun had a disconcerting, if on-brand, yellow hue. With brownish chicken (maybe an indication that McDonald’s doesn't use the 100-percent chicken breast they claim to have in their nuggets), an egg (the only good part) and soggy lettuce saturated in mystery sauce, the minion hanbao is something no sane person orders twice. MB

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We Tell You April and Café if the Rice is Why is there an ‘and’ in the middle of April and Café’s name? Worth the - swers to these questions, but you can, if you wish, August-and- Hassle cafeShouldn’t this month it just atbe April ‘April and Café’? Café You on may Andingmen never know Nei Dajie.the an The space is kitted out like a Parisian coffee shop, minus the booze. Choose your beans (single origin, obvs) from their selection of Beijing and international roasters.

Daily, 10am-10pm; 64 Andingmen Nei Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区安定门内大街 64号 (158 0146 4750)

Bird on a Wire A Kiwi friend of ours describes Bird on a Wire as ‘fancy KFC.’ Now, Beijingers can enjoy their very own fancy KFC at Hatchery, which is hosting the Auckland-based chicken chain in its Dongsi location. The pop-up serves rotisserie free-range chicken in many forms – chicken burgers, chicken wraps and, our favorite, chicken roasts. Chicken this good is rare in China, so come hungry.

Daily, 10am-late; 88 Dongsi Jiutiao, Dongcheng 东城区东城区东四九条88号 (6594 0188)

Cocoro This takeaway spot in Jianwai SOHO keeps things simple with coffee (RMB16-25) and cookies (three for RMB20). The cookies are more like cookie bites, though delicious nonetheless. Flavors on offer include matcha-and-white-chocolate chunk and straight-up chocolate chunk. Both varieties have an oaty texture, making the bites seem healthier than the typical cookie. Our only gripe is the price seems a little steep for their size.

Daily, 8am-8pm; 0832D, Bldg 8, Jianwai SOHO East, Chaoyang 朝阳区建外SOHO东区 8号楼0832D (153 1316 7909)

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laminated-menu affairs. Not this one. At Bun and Noodle, affordably pricedLanzhou home-style noodle shops noodle are dishes typically are fluorescent-lighting paired with pleasant, and minimalist design and plenty of natural light. But there’s more to this spot than la mian: we love the wuhua rou (RMB20) – especially the part when we sop up its juices with a bun afterwards.

Tue-Sun, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5pm-9pm; 8 East Cheniandian Hutong, Dongcheng 东城区车辇点胡同8号

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You Can Brick Them Up, But You Can't Bring Them Down by Noelle Mateer, images by Vivian Liu and Yoav Vollansky

We reported on them closing. It's only fair we report on them re-opening, too. The following bars and restaurants were victims of Beijing’s citywide brickings this spring. Here, a lowdown on pub-and-grub resurrections. (For the purposes of this article, we’ve decided not to count place that reopened in the same location after closing temporarily. For a list of those, just... walk around Dongcheng district. Sigh.)

From left: fried pitta and beef at MoxiMoxi; tiki vibes (and drinks) at the Tiki Bungalow; Revolution's new storefront; purple lights at Anchor

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S GOING WHERE IT MOVED WHO’ From Fangjia Hutong to nearby Beixinqiao toMembers a larger, nicerand allies Yoolee of thePlaza LGBTI location. community. Santiao. GOOD FOR S GOING WHO’ Catching a game (Anchor screens soccer 号永利国际购 Beijing's Israeli expat community (which is matches). 21 朝阳区工体北路 bigger than you think it is); hutong hipsters. Daily, 5pm-late; 1/F North Side of Yoolee Plaza, 21 GOOD FOR Eating an entire bowl of hummus in one Gongti Beilu,1/F Chaoyang (186 0103 7207) Aperitivo sitting. (6402 5927) 物中心北侧 22号 WHERE IT MOVED - Daily, 11am-midnight;东城区北新桥三条 22 Beixinqiao Santiao, From Sanlitun “Dirty Bar Street” (RIP), Dongcheng to Sanlitun SOHO. S GOING WHO’ The chefs of all your favorite Italian res Rager Pie (now Hutonger Pie) taurants when they get off work. GOOD FOR Aperitivos (that's Italian for ‘aperitifs’); WHERE IT MOVED 号 6115 From a tiny shop on Fensiting Hutong to an spritzes (that’s an Italian aperitivo).号商场 even tinier shop on Zhangzi Zhonglu. SOHO6 S GOING Daily 10am-2am;朝阳区三里屯 G/F, Bldg 6, Sanlitun SOHO, Revolution WHO’ Chaoyang Weirdos (we mean this lovingly; the pie shop . (6417 7793) formerly known as Rager has one of the WHERE IT MOVED S GOING WHO’ GOOD FOR FromOld Chinanorth handsof Yashow who tolike Xingfuercun. to say, "I've been goofiestPie, obviously cult followings – both savory in Beijing). and sweet going to Revolution for years!" 号 (WeChat: 13693171850) Daily, 9am-8pm;35 35 Zhangzi Zhonglu, Dongcheng GOOD FOR 东城区张自忠路 Craft cocktails; meeting old China hands who like to say, “I've been going to Revolution for years!” 朝阳区首开幸福广场幸福二村 Daily, 5pm-2am; 12-13, Building 39, Xingfuercun, Xindong Lu, Chaoyang The Tiki Bungalow 12-13 (6415 8776) 39号楼

WHERE IT MOVED From Jiaodaokou Beisantiao to... Jiaodaokou Beisantiao (across the road, behindS GOING a cement wall). WHO’ That’s Beijing readers voted Tiki their Bar GOOD FOR You, apparentlyWaking ( up the next morning in a lei and a straw of the Year in ourfedora, 2017 not Lifestyle sure of Awards). how the night ended. 46 Mon-Sat, 6pm-late; 46 Fangjia Hutong (enter by Peiping Machine东城区方家胡同 Brewing 从交 on Jiaodaokou Beisantiao), Dongcheng座 2107-2108 ( ) 号院D 道口北三条胡同进

WWW.THATSMAGS.COM | AUGUST 2017 | 55 EAT & DRINK | RESTAURANTS THE SOUTHERN FISH Xicheng’s Pepper Upper words and images by Noelle Mateer

Xicheng district is a centuries-old concrete Take that, hipsters – try spreading jungle, but there are mighty trend-setting proletarian revolution on your organic restaurants hidden among it still. Restaurants whole-grain toast. worth the 50-minute Mobike ride from In case we haven’t convinced you to Sanlitun in blistering heat. Restaurants worth travel to Baitasi yet, allow us to hap- convincing your friends to do the bike ride pily report that everything else on The with you. And restaurants worth, in the case Southern Fish’s menu is just as inspiring of one of our friends, severe gastrointestinal and satisfying and mind-boggling and soul- distress the following day.* “No, really, don’t worry about me,” she tells us. “It was totally worth it. I loved that egg lendaffirmingly it surprising good. Evennotes the of complexity.unassuming But baby thing.” thebok star choy dish (RMB37) is the dujiaois cooked yutou in spices(RMB108) that Ah, yes, the Egg Thing. The Southern Fish peppers and pickles. Sure, foreigners love its slick new Baitasi location – but the best, Sichuan– an iconic food Hunanese – the spice fish is head tingly! drenched how fun! in – handsserves down,a variety is the of fiery Egg ThingHunanese (RMB39), dishes in but The Southern Fish will have you believing whose actual name, ‘mashed peppers and that the acidic, dry-heat Hunan peppers are preserved egg,’ hardly sounds appetizing. Nor truly where it’s at. does it look especially appetizing – the Egg Thing is a neon green goop, a slobbery mush truthers: The Southern Fish isn’t technically with the occasional black, preserved egg new.OK, They fine, opened we hear a you, boutique Southern in Dashilar Fish poking through. two years ago. But their new location – a And yet it is the most mind-blowing, trans- streamlined, ultra-modern reinterpretation formative and, frankly, tasty goop we’ve ever of a hutong courtyard, is not only worthy of had. This is no small statement, mind you, a mention in our New Restaurants section – because green goop is having a moment. it’d also be a solid candidate for our Interiors Millennials across the globe are putting pages. More importantly, The Southern Fish mushy avocados on everything, to the extent is the sh*t. that That’s Beijing’s very own millennial And if that doesn’t convince you to bike 50 restaurant reviewers took one look at The minutes from Sanlitun, well, we don’t know Southern Fish’s dining room and asked, “Is what will. everyone having guacamole?” *The Southern Fish is squeaky clean – we conclude that our friend’s discomfort is a guacamole; it is spicy peppers and fer- result of visiting from the US and not being mentedNo, it egg.is something It’s from infinitelyHunan province, better than as was used to spicy dishes. Chairman Mao, who was once quoted as say- ing, “If you're afraid of eating peppers, how Daily, 11.30am-2.30pm, 5-9pm; 49 Gongmenkou Toutiao, Xicheng 西城区宫门口头条49号 (8306 3022) can you be brave enough to fight the enemy?”

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SHANG, HI Restaurants in the New Mall Go Head to Head by Noelle Mateer

New complex Shang can best be described as ‘hot right now.’ In a slick compound just north of the Liangma River, the building will have you philosophizing as to the geographical bounds of Sanlitun. It features a co-working space, a new Café Flatwhite, a Principle M (see p. 19) and quotes by fancy white men stenciled in cursive on the walls outside the toilets. But the hottest openings? The second location of Bottega and Q Mex’s new Taqueria. Here, a rundown.

Q MEX TAQUERIA

BOTTEGA

What You’re Eating What You’re Eating All your favorites from the original Bottega tortillas (think fajitas, but upgraded). Ceviche pastas and our favorite, ravioli vegitariana, if youA big-ass feel like plate showing of taco off fixin’s, that youalongside know whatwarm which– wood-fired is tasty pizzas even to (‘La non- Bottega,’vegetarianas RMB120),. ceviche is. What You’re Drinking What You’re Drinking An Aperol Spritz if you’re traditional, an Margs – massive, frozen and slushy, as God Italian craft beer if you’re not – either way, - you’re drinking on the patio outside. vorite. Beers if you must. intended. The guava flavor (RMB55) is our fa The Highlight The Highlight The bars – one around taps and pro- The atmosphere. The vibes at this ‘taqueria’ are secco bottles for drinking, the other around bright and colorful, and will come as a pleasant Bottega’s colossal pizza oven for dining. surprise to anyone who’s knocked back tequila (Seriously, you will never want to leave.) shots while watching a game at Q Mex Sanlitun. The Downside The Downside Italian-style pizza is the best (fact), but we The taco salad, and the inevitable indigestion will grant that American-style is cheaper. that occurs post-taco salad.

Both restaurants: 1/F Jinshang Shouceng, 20 Xinyuanli Xili, Chaoyang 朝阳区新源里西里20号楼金尚首层1/F

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ROOTPOP Vegan Food That Doesn’t Conform words and images by Vivian Liu

Being vegetarian in Beijing is an excellent opportunity to and barbecue sauce in the hone your skills in apologetic speaking. “Is there meat in Australian-style burger (RMB45) make for an unexpectedly punchy combination. just have rice then.” Much to vegetarians’ frustration, our The Greek salad (RMB40) is another winner, combin- lifestylethis?” “Can is severely you leave underrepresented the chicken out?” in “No, this it’s city. fine, I’ll ing toasted coconut, toasted pecans, pineapple, mint Even more irritating is that most restaurants that leaves and beets. Balancing savory and sweet, the Greek offer substitutes for meat are keen to make it painfully salad is one of those love-it-or-hate-it dishes – and we clear that we are ingesting tasteless tofu and missing out love it. on their signature juicy, hearty beef patty. I’ve had my The highlight, though, is the tempura hot dog, which is share of overpriced underwhelming meat substitutes in more of a corn dog if you ask us. With sweet chili may- Beijing. I really wanted to try Rootpop, a new all-vegan onnaise, teriyaki sauce and pickled red ginger ribbons, joint in Shuangjing, but my six years of vegetarianism led the tempura dog was rich, meaty, spicy, sweet and sour. me to expect disappointment. We’re skeptical of any corn dog that costs more than 10 Which is why Rootpop is a pleasant surprise. kuai – but this one is worth the price. In the artsy Baiziwan area, Rootpop’s trendy space fea- Admittedly, some of the menu descriptions are off. The tures modern furnishings and a clean, light color scheme. ‘Sandwiches’ are more like burgers, and the ‘Hot Dogs’ It’s the sort of effortlessly elegant atmosphere where are sausages on a stick. The durian and mushroom ‘sand- you’d expect to see ladies in sundresses and red lipstick. wich,’ however, tastes delicious (i.e. nothing like durian). But the menu – all vegan – is diner-style, with burgers, Rootpop is for anyone, with or without sundresses, ve- hot dogs, wraps and fries. Our food comes served on pa- gan or meat lover, who wants to be pleasantly surprised. per boats, like at a fast food restaurant. It’s clear Rootpop Rootpop does everything differently, and we have faith has a sense a humor. that it will soon rise as the new indie nonconformist in The food is delightful. The vegan burger patties hold the neighborhood. together nicely, and the cheese is so cheesy (but not actually cheese – again, vegan!). The beets, pineapple, Daily, 11am-10pm; 3-22 International Art Plaza, Pingod, Baiziwan Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区百子湾路苹果社区北区B座3号楼22号

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RESTAURANT Y There’s No Place Like (a Rich Person’s) Home by Noelle Mateer

Is there anything more prestigious than a monosyllabic name? (We’re China has long eschewed this minimalist dining approach. Moneyed diners here tend to go out with a “I’m rich so I want foie gras and instance, although something trendy like ‘Gastrolounge’ or ‘Kitchen’ caviar, damn it!” kinda attitude. But given the recent popularity of not counting the ‘Restaurant’ part of Restaurant Y’s name in this wine and eat paella on a couch. Like at home, but with table service. ‘Homewouldn’t style!’ hurt.) crow The restaurant name ‘Y’ is PRs chic across because the it’s globe, simple, when and talking high-end Restaurant Y, maybe this era is over. Maybe rich people want to drink aboutdining their in 2017 megawatt-high-budget is all about giving off eateries. the appearance ‘We want of you simplicity. to feel at chicken plate – with roasted vegetables and a lightly spiced, Sriracha-like home!’ gravy,Dishes is a at winner, Restaurant perfect Y aren’tfor sharing. half bad. Our Salads favorite are is lackluster, the Icelandic but squidthe (RMB109), served in a pan because #homestyle. A bevy of wine op- not chairs. Dishes come on shiny cooking pans, not plates. The space And yeah – sometimes we do. At Restaurant Y, there are couches, - share.tions accompany Otherwise, –a we’dfull-on recommend dining experience treating willRestaurant run you Y several like a lounge pink feels like a Martha Stewart-approved kitchen and lounge – bronze fix bills(Lounge – pink Y?) bills – drinking that, we wine like towith think, friends are betterand picking spent aelsewhere. couple plates to approvinglytures, simple over white their tiling. kingdom Restaurant (Taikoo Y is Li) the from new high brunch up in set a buildingfor the But with a view this good, and atmosphere so homelike, it just may (injet set,Taikoo and Li) its –gorgeous all while floor-to-ceiling sipping coffee and windows eating allow Mediterranean- patrons to gaze be worth it. Simplicity never felt so... fancy. leaning ‘home style’ sharing plates. It is just like home. A rich person’s home. But this is Sanlitun North, Daily, 10am-midnight; 2/F, N8 Taikoo Li North, Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里 what do you expect? 屯太古里北区N8楼2/F (8405 9938)

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SHIQUE XIAO WU CAFÉ They Put What in Their Coffee? by Noelle Mateer

There are so many new cafes in the hutongs that it can be hard to keep track of them all. Every month, we stare down a list of all the new ones, our eyes glazing over. Why even bother? Aren’t they all the same? Well, Shique Xiao Wu Café does things a little differently. “Have you ever had soda water in your coffee?” asks one of the owners when we ask for a recommendation. No, no we have not. The turning): a freshly-made americano, with sodarecipe water is simple to top (and it off. at first glance, stomach-

Guinness-like head atop the coffee, and the It’s delightful. The added fizz generates a we’re being hydrated and caffeinated at the sametaste istime. surprisingly flavorful. We feel like If experimental coffee isn’t your thing, though – no worries. Shique Xiao Wu pro- Constellation’s sandwiches are good, very good. vides the third-wave coffee Beijingers have Gawd, that’s an understatement. Constellation’s sandwiches are the Mona Lisa of sand-

(And if you really dig it, you can stay in the that’s a fun fact for you – you’re welcome.) To hell with Subway – their soggy-ass buns aren’t AirBnbcome to upstairs.) love (RMB25-37). art,wiches. and Youhow know dare theyhow claimSubway them HQ torefers be so? to Artits employees is made by as artists, ‘sandwich like whoever artists’? it(If is you working didn’t, at Constellation. Lord, may I never eat another Starbucks turd-wich again. Daily, 10am-7.30pm; 27 Shique Hutong, Beixinqiao, Speaking of our Lord, oh my god. Jesus Christ! These are good sandwiches! Have I conveyed Dongcheng 东城区北新桥石雀胡同27号 (6401 1070) that point? I don’t think you really get it yet: Constellation cooks aren’t sandwich artists; they are artistes de sandwichs (French for ‘sandwich artists’). I’ll try to describe the sandwiches, but it’s tough – words don’t read as good as sandwiches taste. There’s a bacon one with a bunch of melty cheese; a beef one with a bunch of melty cheese; a meatball one with a bunch of melty cheese (all RMB45, suck it Element Fresh). They are grilled, crispy on the outside, chewy and gooey on the inside. What is Constellation, though? We’re not sure we can say. We’re not sure Constellation can even say. For the time being, it appears to be some ladies working out of the kitchen at InVino, a wine bar North of Gongti. They’ve got the space for lunch and dinner, but are chill with people bringing their laptops and sipping on their coffee in between the two. They’re chill with everything, it would appear. I mean, it’s barely a real restaurant, just the magical daily sandwich pop- up of my wildest fantasies, so why wouldn’t they be? OK, some bad news: There are salads, and they’re not very good. But people who go to Constellation and order a salad are dumb, a lesson I quickly learned about myself after I saw (and later ate most of) my friends’ sandwiches. I feel horrible writing this, because of the afore- mentioned high quality of sandwiches, but maybe the non-sandwich offerings aren’t that great. Maybe they’re just ‘good,’ and ‘good’ tastes more like ‘ugh’ when sitting next to orgasm-inducing sandwiches. Bottom line: go get a sandwich. Have you heard me yet? Are you making lunch plans yet? Go get a damn sandwich.

Tue-Sun, 11am-3pm and 6-10pm; Xingfuyicun Qixiang, Chaoyang 朝阳区幸福一村七巷 (136 8107 9980)

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IN THIS DYSTOPIAN SCI-FI FILM FROM BUDWEISER, BEER CAN SET YOU FREE

In the U.S., Budweiser has been plugging its Made-in- America message with U.S.A.-themed ads and labels. market VP. "We should be taking them with us, beyond But in China, the internationally known brand has a expectations."like," says Matt Che, Budweiser's North Asia-Pacific different tactic. Here, Budweiser's music campaign fea- Cantopop singer Chan, paired with DJ Alok, made in a dystopian future where a bottle of Bud can set you worked with CAA Marketing, part of Creative Artists free.tures a sci-film set to thumping EDM, and takes place Agency,his first onEDM a Halloween track for the campaign campaign. for Budweiser China, and hadit The four-and-a-half-minute ad, by CAA Marketing, tapped the agency again for this project. This video features pop superstar Eason Chan as a bartender who features an exciting product Budweiser is planning: helps actress Fish Liew escape from a gray, monoto- wristbands that light up in time to music. Budweiser is distributing a few different versions of the wristbands can let loose and be herself. this summer; their pulsing red lights are a note of color nousAB world,InBev's finding Budweiser refuge markets in a dance itself club as awhere premium she beer brand in China, where its market share has grown nobody smiles. in "It'sthe film, a metaphor set in a worldfor people where living everything in modern is gray society and according to Euromonitor International. (Budweiser is thefrom No. 1.4% 5 player; to 3.6% the in category the five yearsleader leading is Snow, up with to 2016, over about their routines, living up to other people's stand- 23 percent of the market last year.) in Shanghai, New York or Paris – people are going The brand's campaigns often have a different feel in and of the EDM track that goes with it, is "Fang," which meansards or "unleash." expectations," Che said. The name of the film, tapped into electronic dance music, or EDM. The brand Budweiser has been experimenting with storytelling tookChina, a riskwhich with was its the EDM-themed first market promotions, where Budweiser as the lately in China, where long branded videos can take genre was little-known in China when Budweiser be- off on social media platforms. Budweiser had a previ- gan pushing it. The risk paid off, and now, in China, Bud and EDM Shanghai, an emotional story about a father and go hand-in-hand. Since 2013, the brand has hosted daughter.ous hit with its Chinese New Year tale from Anomaly Budweiser Storm, a massive EDM festival that's invited Nothing compares to the buzz around this new talent from across the globe to perform in nine cities. - "A brand shouldn't always just see what consumers treamed earlier this month. sci-fi film, however – a huge hit when it was first lives Cigarettes After Sex / Gig Gnash Gig

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Branded by Vogue as “This year’s most In the 40s, 50s and even into the 60s, an era some would call a 'golden-age' for unlikely sensation in the music indus- TOKiMONSTA Gig American cinema, movies in the US seldom, if ever, contained any explicit sexual try, accruing the type of digital currency content. It became a theme, and later a running joke, that directors would write a A highly acclaimed electronic art- that could easily rival a Katy Perry or scene of two lovers smoking cigarettes and wearing undergarments instead. This is ist from Los Angeles, TOKiMONSTA Lady Gaga”, international music knock- why the band ‘Cigarettes after Sex’ has a legacy to uphold. These Cigs after Sex write explores moods and emotions on the out Gnash will be in Beijing to perform drowsy, noir-ish dream pop, which the band’s label has described as ‘smoky’ and dance floor. She performed at Sonar his cloyingly catchy hit ‘I hate u, I love ‘eyes-closed’. You’re not getting passionate, sexy music; you’re getting the carefree Barcelona, DEMF, WMC, Electric Zoo, u.’ A chance to catch the eclectic DJ, and deeply relaxed aftermath of an intimate night. SXSW and, well… a gazillion other singer and rapper before he blows up. Mon, Aug 21, 8pm; RMB180-220; Tango (see Listings for details, yoopay.cn for places. Now her groovy tour stops off Sun Aug 6, 9pm; RMB180 (advance), tickets) in Beijing. RMB220 (door); Yugong Yishan (see 10pm, Sat Aug 5, 10pm; RMB100 Listings for details) (advance), RMB120 (door); Yugong Liam Gallagher / Gig Yishan (see Listings for details) Sinjin Hawke and Zora Jones Gig Jam Metal Music Festival Festival

Those with the (acquired) taste for metal can look forward to a loud, ag- THUVDR & The Drop join forces to gressive and angsty evening to enjoy bring in this dynamic duo. The critically themselves (or do whatever it is that acclaimed Sinjin Hawke has collabo- Metalheads do). Modernsky’s Jam rated with Just Blaze, DJ Rashad and Metal Music Festival will span the spec- MikeQ and produced for Kanye West trum of dark, loud music from death and Frank Ocean (!). And then there’s metal and nu-thrash to thrash metal Throwing it back to you, former frontman of Oasis Liam Gallagher is coming to China Zora Jones (pictured), a masterful plain-old heavy metal. The lineup so we can all relive the 90s. His first stop? Beijing’s Olympic Sports Center, where he technician of sound whose style is de- of Empty Eyes, Purgatory, Skyfire, will perform a few new tracks from his solo album and hopefully some classics as well. scribed by Pitchfork as “spellbinding” Ancestor and Death Penalty. If his history is any indication, audience members just might be treated to one of his and “fascinating.” Expect experimental Sun Aug 6, 8pm; RMB100 (advance), foul-mouthed rants. sounds you won’t hear anywhere else. RMB120 (door); Modernsky Lab (see Thu Aug 10, 8pm; RMB480-1480; Olympic Sports Center Gymnasium, 1 Anding Sat Aug 26; tickets TBA; Dada (see Listings for details) Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区安定路1号 (tickets via 228.com.cn) Listings for details)

62 | AUGUST 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM Rumble in the Jungle: Birthday Party / Market The Kingdom of Women Book talk

Join author Choo Waihong for a talk about her new book, The Kingdom of Women. The corporate lawyer-turned- writer spent six years living in Yunnan with the Mosuo tribe, the last surviving matrilineal and matriarchal society in One year ago, Rumble in the Jumble was born “out of a love for British jumble sales the world. Choo’s book is a fascinating and American thrift stalls.” Since then, the monthly market has taken on its own insider’s account of the Mosuo commu- magnificent form featuring a mix of haberdashery and homemade goodies. From nity and their traditions. The cultural East Meets West baking, clothing, jewelry, books and more, the bazaar is a one-stop shop for all and societal issues raised, such as Tour things vintage and craft. traditional gender roles and feminism, This month is an extra special one as the rumble celebrates its first anniversary ensure this is a must-see event (and Beijing Experience combines architec- with a birthday party featuring the usual stalls and more, plus a party afterwards must-read book). ture and photography in its ‘East Meets with music from Rebel5. Applications for stalls will be open from Aug 1, so if you’re Thu Aug 3, 7.30pm; RMB50; The West’ tour. Enjoy a leisurely stroll more of a maker rather than buyer, be sure to sign up quick. Bookworm, 4 Nan Sanlitun Lu, through the city’s historical areas and Sat Aug 26, 12pm-late; Modernista (see Listings for details; for more info add Chaoyang 朝阳区南三里屯路4号 (6503 discover some of Beijing’s most striking the WeChat ID: RumbleBJ) 2050, tickets via https://yoopay.cn/ western-style buildings, such as the event/14138063) Rong family building in Ju’er Hutong. Don’t expect a history lesson, though – Vertical Run / Exercise the tour is more geared toward practic- Midnight in Peking ing photography. Walking Tour History Sun Aug 6, 4pm; RMB190; Beijing Cafe, 81 Beiheyan, Dongcheng 东城区北河沿 81号 (for more info add the WeChat ID: cesarcasellas)

Home Plate Pub Quiz Trivia

Check out the official Midnight in Peking walking tour (in conjunction with Penguin Books no less), courtesy of Bespoke. Based on Paul French’s international bestselling murder mys- Head on down to Home Plate BBQ tery of the same name, ‘Midnight in Sanlitun for its weekly Thursday pub Bored of your usual running route? Have you considered introducing a few stairs? Peking’ runs on the last Saturday of quiz. Billed as a “social” event with Yeah, how about 82 floors of stairs? Well, China World Summit Wing is giving you every month in Beijing. Examining the questions based on “many topics” and a chance to do just that with its annual ‘Vertical Run.’ Taking place on the staircase death of Pamela Werner, the tour starts open to people from all over, it sounds of China World Summit Wing, the race ends at the top of the building. Climbing a at the scene of the crime before wind- like a damn good time. The best part is height of 330 meters may sound intense – but runners can enjoy a 360-degree view ing through the hutongs. Walk along the free entry plus tasty prizes includ- of the city at the finish. That’s 2,041 steps for one of the best views of the city and is Beijing’s old city walls and find out the ing RMB300 worth of cocktail vouchers definitely something to write home about – or post on Instagram. truth about what really happened that (first prize) and a RMB100 bucket of The ‘team challenge’ and ‘fun climb’ have already sold out, but participants are still night. beer. open to sign up as an ‘individual.’ Note: participants must be 18 years old and over. Sat Aug 26; RMB388 (for more Thursdays, 9pm; free entry; Home Sat Aug 26, 2.30pm; RMB150 (individual); China World Summit Wing (see info email info@bespoke-beijing. Plate BBQ Sanlitun (see Listings for Listings for details; deadline for online registration is Aug 11: http://beijingver- com; tickets via https://yoopay.cn/ details) ticalrun.com/register) pay/89813932)

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Chef Talib Hudda has created a masterful new menu with the dog days of Children’s Cooking summer in mind. With the best sea- Class Workshop sonal ingredients, Hudda has created a wonderland of tastes and textures, You can enjoy a meal with your chil- with an emphasis on high-quality sea- dren, but it’s a different story when food (the monkfish, OMG, the monk- it comes to enjoying a meal from fish). Also on offer is a selection oysters your children. This summer, Lunar 8 and other raw bites – and, of course, just might surprise you: by provid- mind-blowing desserts. ing a culinary education for them at New World Beijing Hotel’s Chef Yuen has created a summer menu inspired by culi- Daily; Sureño, The Opposite House Fairmont Beijing. Sign your kids up so nary trends ‘in Beijing and beyond.’ Chef Yuan has taken old, and by old we mean an- (see Listings for details) that Lunar 8 can replace their kitchen cient, Chinese recipes and presented them using modern techniques and flavor com- “experiments” with basic cooking binations. Spearheading the project is 8 Qi Nian’s new mei cai kou rou, a dish credited techniques and teach them how Gin Garden Drinking to famous Song Dynasty poet and doctor Su Shi. It’s essentially a slow-cooked pork to make nutritious, delicious food. with stuffed bean curd, underneath a very, very secret sauce – said to carry strength- Saturdays through Aug, 11.30am- ening, TCM-like properties. 2pm; Fairmont Beijing (see Listings But there’s more to the menu than its star dish. The summer menu also features for details; for more information call two prominent beef dishes. The first is a Barbecue-Roasted Australian Black Angus Rib - more conventional, sure, but don’t take that to mean it lacks sophistication. The cut is marinated in a ‘secret blend’ (why so clandestine? We may never know) Guest Chef Karel Van Oyen Dining of herbs and spices, then steamed to release the beautiful marbled beef. Then, slow- roasted. The resulting steak carries tremendous depth of flavor. The latter is 8 Qi Nian’s new Roasted Wagyu Beef Rib in black-pepper sauce. No ‘secret sauces’ here, and the origin of the cut is also publicly disclosed: Japan. Ah, we can never get enough Wagyu. 8 Qi Nian, New World Beijing Hotel (see Listings for details)

Yuan Tea House and Garden’s elegant environment is perfect for those looking to relax and unwind over cups of tea. This summer, in addition to cha, Whenever TRB has a visiting chef, visitors can throw back a G&T or two, you go. That’s just what you do. This as the tea house plays host to a special month, don’t miss out on Karel Van ‘Gin Garden.’ With signature flavor Oyen of Vinto, a highly acclaimed combinations, as well as a mix-your- restaurant in Belgium’s Flemish coun- own option, there is something for eve- tryside, as he creates a one-time-only ryone. Craving something sweet and menu (accompanied with wine pair- rich? We recommend the passion fruit, ings) for TRB Forbidden City. rose and chocolate. For a lighter tipple Thu Aug 10-Sun Aug 13; RMB588 try the celery, mint and elderflower – for four-course lunch, RMB888 for and don’t forget to top it off with one ﬁve-course dinner; TRB Forbidden of the menu’s dozens of premium gins. City (see Listings for details or call Yuan Tea House, NUO Hotel (see 6401 6676) Listings for details)

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You may have seen the posters around town or even seen the film that it’s based on (Whoopi Goldberg FTW) – and now you can see it on stage. Yes, Movie Nights Film Sister Act has arrived and it’s “ridicu- We’re calling it: Camera Stylo hosts the lously fun,” says the New York Post. Hot best film evenings in town. Not just off Broadway, the show is a musical NEU ’17 is billed as China’s “first international future festival.” The inaugural NEU was once a week, but every damn night comedy about a wannabe diva that, held in Berlin in 2016 and featuring over 5,000 attendees, was a rad tech and music (with the occasional stand-up comedy after witnessing a crime, is placed in a conference highlighting artists from China and Berlin. Expect the same at NEU ’17. show thrown in instead). From art convent by the police. Fun times ensue. But what exactly is a ‘future’ festival? According to its organizers, the festival will see house and horror to Oscar-bait and Fri Aug 18-Sun Sep 3, 7.30pm experts from different industries, such as tech, science, music, the visual arts, film and animation, the cozy film house-slash- (Sat-Sun 2.30pm); RMB180-1280; media, explore questions about a host of topical issues (like global warming, invest- bar-and-restaurant shows it all. Recent Century Theater, 40 Liangmaqiao Lu, ments, changes in energy and culture, AI and VR). The festival will be held across venues screenings include the South Korean Chaoyang 朝阳区亮马桥路40号 (tick- including Chao Hotel, 798 Art District and Fashion Technology Institute, and 30 speakers, sci-fi flick Okja and Chinese coming-of- ets via [email protected]) performers and hosts from eight different countries are expected to grace the stages. age story And the Spring Comes. International live music and DJ sets complete the weekend’s activities. Daily, 8pm; free entry; CameraStylo, The line-up of speakers includes media mogul Hung Huang (see our exclusive Uncle Vanya Theater 64 Dongsi Shi Yitiao, Dongcheng 东 That’s interview on p.17), co-founder of Mobike Hu Weiwei, Alesca Life’s Stu Oda, 城区东四十一条64号 (188 1171 5156) ex-VICE Creative Director Santiago Shelley and AP correspondent Gerry Shih. Musical guests include Nova Heart, SHAO and Duck Fight Goose. Rembrandt and His Sat Aug 26-Sun Aug 27; tickets TBD; various venues (for more up-to-date info visit Time Exhibition www.neutechina.com)

With support from the Embassy of Part of the 2017 NCPA International the Kingdom of the Netherlands, The Theatre Festival (Aug 24-27), Uncle Leiden Collection presents the largest Vanya is a theater production directed collection of Dutch Golden Age paint- by famous Chinese contemporary ings ever to visit China with its exhibi- director Li Liuyi. The stage director and tion at The National Museum of China. screenwriter of Beijing People's Art It includes 11 paintings by Rembrandt Theatre, Li is known for his particular as well as Vermeer’s ‘Young Woman style of ‘method’ (described as “pure Seated at a Virginal.’ drama”). Through Sun Sep 3, Tue-Sun, 9am- Wed Aug 23-Sun Aug 27; RMB100- 5pm; RMB50; National Museum 580; Drama Theatre of NCPA, 2 Xi of China, 16 Dong Chang’An Jie, Chang’an Jie, Xicheng 西城区西长 Dongcheng 东城区东长安街16号安街2号 (tickets via sales@theatre- (6511 6400) beijing.com)

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Georgian Wine by Satavado

Satavado is a Georgian Wine importer, and if there was ever any doubt as to their passions, just take it from them: Their website expounds in detail upon the relationship between winemaking and Georgia, opening with the sensational line: ‘A great wine is the most sincere expression of the land and people that give it life.’ Big words, Satavado. After just one sip of their quality wines, you’ll understand. This is authentic wine – straight from the fascinating, wine-loving nation of Georgia. Satavado’s wine repertoire consists mostly of dry reds, with a few sweeter and semi- dry reds, but also, of course, whites included. Several of their supply are vintage reds, wine varieties that have remained untouched for millennia. Satavado traces its own history back to the epoch of Georgian Queen Tamar (of the early 13th century), when the so-called Hall, or parliament of the Lords of that time, would strengthen their own decisions before ratifications of royal orders with a glass of wine made specially for royals – thus, it was said, the toast of wine was as strong as the law. This influenced everyday Georgian life down to the dinner table. Savatado’s name is derived from a form of ancient Georgian winemaking called Gravitational principle of Winemaking, a product of the Renaissance. So why not sip a little history alongside your dinner?

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MONDAY > RMB118/person, Mon-Fri, 12pm- WEDNESDAY THURSDAY 2:30pm, Agua, 4/F Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Mai Bar Beilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那 SIZZLER Domain Buy two cocktails, get one free. 里花园4楼D308号 (5208 6188 ) After 4pm, get 29 percent off your bill. Happy Burger’s Day, 2 for 1 Burger > 40 Beiluoguxiang, Dongcheng 东城区 > 3/F Shimao Plaza, 12 Gongti Beilu, promotion. 北锣鼓巷40号 (138 1125 2641) Greyhound Café Chaoyang 朝阳区工体北路12号楼世茂广 > 10.30am-2pm, 2/F, 22 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Only RMB28 for a Tsingtao or Bud, and 场3楼 (8400 4773) Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路22号2层 (8414 9830) MONDAY TO THURSDAY RMB38 for a mojito or dry martini, 5-7pm. > Greyhound Cafe (see listings for Mao Mao Chong XIU details) Cocktails RMB35, 7-11pm. Opus Terrace Buy-one-get-one-free on selected drinks, > 12 Banchang Hutong, Jiaodaokou Nan Ladies enjoy free cocktails; on Fridays, 6-9pm. Village Café Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区交道口南大街板 it’s bachelors night, where chaps get > 6/F, Park Hyatt Beijing, 2 Jianwai Dajie, Set Lunch, RMB98+15% (3 courses), 厂胡同12号 (6405 5718) 50 percent off beer and burgers at the Chaoyang 北京柏悦酒店, 朝阳区建国门外 RMB88+15% (2 courses) same times, 5-8pm. 大街2号6楼 (8567 1108) > 11.30am-2.30pm, Bldg 1, The Opposite MEI > Opus Bar & Terrace, 48 Liangmaqiao House, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区 ‘Modern 80s’ themed music all night Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区亮马桥路48号 (5695 8888) MONDAY TO FRIDAY 三里屯路11号瑜舍酒店1号楼 (6410 5210) alongside 50-percent off deals on bottles of Belvedere vodka. One East MEI > 5F Rosewood Beijing, Jing Guang MEI Two-course set lunch: RMB118/ per All cocktails 50-percent off from 6-9pm. Centre, Hujialou, Chaoyang 朝阳区呼家 Free martinis for ladies from 9-11pm person, 12:00-2:30pm. > 5F Rosewood Beijing, Jing Guang 楼一号京广中心北京瑰丽酒店3层 (6536 followed by a midnight lucky draw. 2/F, Hilton Beijing, 1 Dong Fang Road, Centre, Hujialou, Chaoyang 朝阳区呼家 0083) > 5F Rosewood Beijing, Jing Guang North Dong Sanhuan Road, Chaoyang 楼一号京广中心北京瑰丽酒店3层 (6536 Centre, Hujialou, Chaoyang 朝阳区呼家朝阳区东三环北路东方路一号北京希尔顿 0083) Elements 楼一号京广中心北京瑰丽酒店3层 (6536 酒店2层 (5865 5030) Free mojitos, champagne and cosmos, 0083) 9pm-1am. Great Leap Brewing MONDAY TO SATURDAY > 58 Gongti Xi Men, Chaoyang 朝阳区工 Tiago 11.30am-2pm, free soft drink or juice Twilight 体西门58号 (6551 2373) 5.30-8.30pm, RMB100 for free flow on with any burger or salad or add RMB5 Mon-Sat before 8pm and all day Sun, selected alcoholic beverages. for a Pale Ale #6. RMB20 off cocktails. 4Corners > Shop L173, Indigo Mall, 18 Jiuxianqiao > At Xinzhong Lu branch only, (see > 0102, 3/F, Bldg 5, Jianwai SOHO, 39 Ladies get 15 percent off red wine. Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路18号颐堤港 Listings for details) Dongsanhuan Zhong Lu, Chaoyang 朝 cheap shots and drink deals at 4Corners’ 购物中心L173商铺 6438 8772 阳区东三环39号建外SOHO5号3层0102室 weekly celebration of KTV. Hagaki (5900 5376) > Dashibei Hutong, Dongcheng 东城区石 FRIDAY Set lunch, 11.30am-3pm, Bento style 杯胡同7号 (6401 7797) lunch set from RMB58 with no service Mesh charge. TUESDAY Xian House Champagne buy 1 bottle get 1 5-10pm, Daiginjo Sake promotion, Pebbles Whiskey night, discounts on special free. RMB550 / 150 Bottle / Carafe. Just RMB10 per taco – order as many as selected whiskeys. > Bldg 1, The Opposite House, 11 Sanlitun 朝阳朝阳区三里屯路号瑜舍酒 > 1/F, 22 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang you want. > All night, 1/F, 22 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Lu, Chaoyang 11 区酒仙桥路22号1层 (8414 9815) > Midday to midnight; 74 Wudaoying Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路22号1层 (8414 店1号楼 (6410 5220) Hutong, Dongcheng 东城区五道营胡同74 9810) Agua 号 (8404 0767) Agua’s new set lunch menu is RMB118/ person for three courses.

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Parlor Modo Urban Deli 层 (5863 8112) and vegetables each, varying daily. With Daily 6-8pm, buy one get one for free. 4-7pm cocktails and house wine RMB25 soup, appetizer for RMB78. Curry sets > 39-8 Xingfuercun, Chaoyang 朝阳区幸 and beer RMB15. Feast (Food by East) from RMB55-65 福二村39-8 (8444 4135 ) > S10-31, 3/F, Bldg 8, Sanlitun Taikooli Works for dinner, 2 course RMB168+15% > See Listings for details South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区 with a glass of wine or soft drinks. The Big Smoke 三里屯路19号三里屯太古里南区8号楼S10- > 5.30-10.30pm, 2/F, 22 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Beijing Marriott Hotel Daily 4-7pm, 20 percent off all cocktails, 31 (6415 7207) Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路22号2层 (8414 Daily 11.30-2pm, dumplings, noodles house wines and beers. 9820) and desserts, including juice or tea, > 57 Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang 朝阳 Mosaic RMB118. Sun/Sat 11.30-2pm, dim sum, 区幸福村中路57号楼利世楼 (6416 2683) 4-8pm daily happy hour. Transit lobster and unlimited beer, RMB168. > Daily 12pm-2am; 32 S. Sanlitun St Daily 6pm-7:30pm, two-for-one. > 26A Xiaoyun Road, Chaoyang 朝阳区霄 Blue Frog (Behind/North of Yashow Silk Market), > N4-36, Sanlitun Taikooli North, 11 云路甲26号北京海航大厦万豪酒店(5927 Daily 4-8pm, buy-one-get-one-free all Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯南32号楼临街店 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路11 8888) drinks. (137 1883 7065) 号三里屯太古里北区N4-36号 (6417 9090) > Daily 10.00am-late. Sanlitun: Level 3, Vivid S2 Tower, S2-30 Taikoo Li, Sanlitun Lu, Mosto Isola Daily, 6pm-10pm, two-for-one drinks. Chaoyang District 朝阳区三里屯路太 6-7pm discounts on cocktails, wine and 11:30am-3pm. Lunch for RMB138. > Vivid, Level 5, Conrad Beijing, 29 North 古里3层S2-30 (6417 4030) Additional beer. 3-6pm Fashion high tea Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区东 branches in Jiuxianqiao and U-Town (see > 3/F Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, 5-8pm Happy hour, two-for-one on 三环北路29号北京康莱德酒店5层 (6584 www.bluefrog.com.cn for details) Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花 selected drinks 6310) 园3层 (5208 6030) 6-10:30 Dinner set menu, 2-course Centro RMB238, 3-course RMB258. Transit Daily 5-8pm, two-for-one deals. NOLA > N3-47, 3/F, Building 3, Taikoo Li North, Daily 12pm-2.30pm. Choice of > Shangri-la’s Kerry Centre Hotel Beijing, 3-8pm. Sun-Thu, half price on Pabst Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路11号院太古里 appetizers, mains, rice or noodles with 1/F, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区光 Blue Ribbon, Tsingtao and all cocktails 北区N3-37和 47商铺 (6416 3499) dessert for RMB88. 华路1号香格里拉北京嘉里中心大酒店1层 including daiquiris. > N4-36/37 Sanlitun Taikooli North, 11 (6561 8833 ext. 42) > A-11 Xiushui Nanjie, Jianguomenwai Bene Restaurant Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路11 Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区建国门外大街秀水 Daily 11.30am-2pm. RMB98 includes 号三里屯太古里北区N4-36号 (6417 9090) Flamme 南街A-11 (8563 6215) antipasto with main course, pizza or Cocktail, beers and wine by the glass are R Lounge pasta. Tiago 50 percent off from 3-7.30pm daily. Daily 6-9pm, two-for-one standard > Sheraton Dongcheng, 36 Beisanhuan Buy one, get from free refill during > S4-33, 3/F, Sanlitun Taikooli, 19 Sanlitun drinks and cocktails. Donglu, Dongcheng 东城区北三环东路 happy hour, 4-8pm. Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯 > 4/F, Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, 36号 (5798 8888) > Shop L173, Indigo Mall, 18 Jiuxianqiao 太古里南区3层S4-33 (6417 8608) 61 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang 朝 Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路18号颐堤港阳区东三环中路61号北京富力万丽酒店4 Cafe Sambal 购物中心L173商铺 6438 8772 Nasi Campur Malaysian set: two meats

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SATURDAY Dom Perignon for RMB1988 for two. Vasco’s Eudora Station > Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street, Sun 11.30am-3pm, international buffet Sat-Sun 10am-3pm, breakfast buffet with Great Leap Brewing Jinchengfang Dong, 1 Jinrong Jie, with free-flow champagne for RMB458 one main and free flow juice or coffee All day Tuesday and Sunday, one select Xicheng 西城区金城坊东金融街1号 (6601 plus 15 percent service charge. for RMB98. beer at RMB25. 6666) > Hilton Beijing Wangfujing, 8 > Opposite Lido Palace, 6 Fangyuan Xi >At Xinzhong Lu branch, (see listings for Wangfujing Dongjie, Dongcheng 东城区 Lu. Chaoyang 朝阳区芳园西路6号(6437 details) Senses and Prego 王府井东街8号(5812 8888 ext. 8411) 8331) Sun 11.30am-3pm, Retrolicious R Lounge Champagne Brunch, international Migas Selection of drinks for free all night. and Asian specialties with free flow SATURDAY TO SUNDAY Migas rocks two different brunch > 61 Dongsanhuan Zhong Lu, Chaoyang champagne, wines, cocktails and juices Agua options: Saturday, grilled meat heavy; 朝阳区东三环中路61号北京富力万丽酒店 for RMB 458. Prices subject to 15 percent Sat-Sun, Agua’s Infinity Weekend Brunch and Sunday, paella heavy (both RMB210, 4层 (5863 8241) service. is RMB298 for infinite food, plus RMB168 +RMB138 for 2hrs free flow cava, coffee, > The Westin Beijing Financial Street, 9B for free flow drinks. tea soft drinks). 西城区金融大街 SUNDAY Financial Street, Xicheng > 12-2:30pm (free flow until 3pm), > Daily 12pm-3pm; Migas 6/F Nali Patio, 乙9号(6629 7810) Agua, 4/F Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯 Great Leap Brewing Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花北街那里花园6层 All day Tuesday and Sunday, one select Seasonal Tastes 园4楼D308号 (5208 6188) beer at RMB25. Sun 11.30am-3pm Unlimited buffet for Sui Yuan >At Xinzhong Lu branch, (see listings for RMB428-498 per person plus 15 percent Aroma Sat-Sun and public holidays 10.30am- details) surcharge. Sat-Sun 11.30am-3pm, international 2.30pm, unlimited dim sum for RMB128 > Westin Chaoyang, 7 North buffet starting at RMB518 plus 15 plus 15 percent surcharge. The Village Cafe Dongsanhuan Beilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区东 percent service charge. > Hilton Double Tree, 168 Guang’anmen Sun 3:30pm-sold out. Sunday roast 三环北路7号(5922 8880) > Ritz-Carlton Beijing, 83A Jianguo Lu, Waidajie, Xicheng 西城区广安门外大街 RMB98 (+15%; 50% off for kids under China Central Place, Chaoyang 朝阳区建 168号 (6338 1999 ext. 1726) 12) Sureño 国路83甲(5908 8161) > The Opposite House, Building 1, No. 11 RMB228 for 2 courses, RMB328 for 3 Tiago Sanlitun Road, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路 courses. Supplement RMB150 for free Café Sambal Weekend brunch from noon-4pm. 11 号院 1 号楼瑜舍酒店 flow cocktails; supplement RMB200 for Sat-Sun, RMB98, Café Sambal is rolling > Shop L173, Indigo Mall, 18 Jiuxianqiao free flow Champaign (all prices subject out weekend brunch. Three courses plus Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路18号颐堤港 Qi to 15% service charge) coffee, tea or fruit punch. 购物中心L173商铺 6438 8772 Sun 11.30am-2pm, all-you-can-eat dim > Bldg 1, The Opposite House, 11 Sanlitun > 43 Doufuchi Hutong, Jiugulou Dajie, sum including one double-boiled soup Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路11号瑜舍酒 Dongcheng 东城区旧鼓楼大街豆腐池胡同 for RMB288 per person. Add a bottle of 店1号楼 (6410 5240) 43号 (6400 4875)

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> Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm; Courtyard 4, OPEN DOOR RESTAURANTS 1949 The Hidden City, Gongti Bei Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区工体北路4号院 (6501 8881) ; 98 Jinbao Jie, The Hot One Hundred Dongcheng 东城区金宝街98号 (6521 2221) About This guide represents our editors’ Xihe Village Restaurant and Bar top 100 picks, and includes some That’s > Mon-Fri Lunch: 11am-2.30pm; Dinner: 5-9pm; Beijing advertisers. Restaurants rated(*) Sun: 11am-9pm, S9-33, 3/F, South Area of Sanlitun have been personally reviewed by our Taikooli, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路19 experts, and scored according to the 号三里屯太古里南区三层S9-33(6417 6082) cuisine, experience and affordability. Shanghai Shanghai Min 小南国 CHINESE Many swear this chain has the best Shanghai-style hongshaorou north of the Contemporary & Mixed Cuisine Yangtze. The jury’s out, but its popularity remains. 8 Qi Nian 祈年8号 (Cantonese/Sichuan) > 0505, 5/F Raffles City Mall, 1 Dongzhimen Nan The New World Hotel’s flagship restaurant Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区东直门南大街1号来福士 has classic Chinese cuisine in abundance, 购物中心5楼0505号铺 (400 820 9777)> Additional as well as some vitality-restoring medicinal branches in Financial Street; Jinbao Jie; Oriental soups. (Their decent wine list is just as Plaza; Sanlitun Soho; Xinyuan Nan Lu (see www. effective.) online.thatsmags.com for details) > Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:15pm, 5:30-9:30pm, Sat/Sun 12-2:45pm, 5:30-9:30pm; 2/F, New World Hotel, 8 Wang Jia Sha 王家沙 Qinian Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区祈年大街8号新世界 Modern Shanghai cuisine – popular with 酒店2层 (5960 8822) Hong Kong celebrities – famed for its crab- meat dumplings. Try the spiced-salt ribs Din Tai Fung 鼎泰丰 ¥ (Taiwanese) (RMB62) for a bit of Adam action. This Taipei-based franchise impressed Ken > Daily, S1-30a Taikoo Li Sanlitun (on the third floor Hom enough to call it one of the best 10 of i.t shop) 朝阳区三里屯路19号院太古里1号楼3层 eateries in the world, back in 1993. Famous S1-30a号商铺 (6416 3469) for its dependably delicious xiaolongbao or little steam buns. Book ahead, there’s Sichuan/Hunan always a long wait. > Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5-10pm, weekends Chuan Ban 川办 * 11.30am-10pm; 24 Middle Street, Xinyuanxili, This bright, modestly decorated dining hall Chaoyang 朝阳区新源西里中街24号 (近渔阳饭店) is frequently cited as Beijing’s best Sichuan (6462 4502) > Additional branches in Shin Kong Place; Parkview Green; Grand Pacific Mall Xidan; restaurant. > Mon-Fri 7-9am, 10.50am-2pm, 4.50-9.30pm; Sat- Modern Plaza Zhongguancun; see www.dintaifung. com.cn for details Sun 7am-10pm; 5 Gongyuan Toutiao, Jianguomennei Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区建国门内贡院头条5号 (6512 Jing Yaa Tang 京雅堂 (Chinese, Peking 2277, ext. 6101) Duck) Karaiya Spice House 辣屋 * Resembling something between a night- Bold and fiery Hunan cuisine in the most club and a theater, the Opposite House’s serene of restaurant interiors. Don’t miss basement restaurant proves to be more the dry roasted duck with a dozen spices than just style over substance with their and stir fried bullfrog with shiso leaves and range of expertly prepared classic dishes. ginger. Peanut milk is there to soothe the > Daily 12-10:30pm, B1/F, The Opposite House, Sanlitun Bei Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路11号院1号 palate: you’ll need it. 楼瑜舍酒B1楼 (6410 5230) > Daily 11:30am-2pm, 5:30-10pm; 3/F, Sanlitun Taikoo Li South, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯太古里19号 Peking Duck 院南区三层S9-30 (6415 3535) The Horizon 海天阁 (Cantonese Beijing South Memory 望湘园 This restaurant chain is the Hunan staple Duck) ** in the capital. The trademark shilixiang Kerry Hotel’s Chinese restaurant has niurou (fragrant beef), duojiao shuangse widened its predominantly Cantonese and Sichuan horizons to include dim sum, yutou (dual-colour spiced fish head) and double-boiled soups and Peking duck – and meltingly tender frog dishes are among the the roast bird here really is fabulous. favorites with locals. > Daily 11am-10pm; 2/F, 230-232, Fenglian Plaza, 18 > Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 5:30pm-10pm 1/F, Beijing Chaoyangmen Wai Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区朝外大街 Kerry Hotel, 1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区光华路 18号丰联广场2楼230-232号 (6588 1797); see www. 1号嘉里中心1层 (8565 2188) southmemory.com for more locations Honglu 红炉 >Daily 11am-9.30pm, 5/F Beijing Raffles City, 1 Yu Xin 渝信川菜 Dongzhimen Nan Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区东直门 Open since 1993, Yu Xin’s authentic Sichuan 南大街1号北京来福士购物中心05层01号(8409 8199 dishes have earned a loyal fanbase. Their / 84094310); Daily 11am-10pm, 6 Sanlitun Nanlu, liangfen – a jelly-like substance cut into Chaoyang朝阳区三里屯南6号楼南侧60米(6595 9872 chunky strips and dressed in an addictive AWFULLY CHOCOLATE / 6593 8970) spicy sauce – hits the spot. The rustic, intimate setting of bamboo cubicles and swift, Country Kitchen friendly service complete the experience. Nothing Awful About It The name ‘Country Kitchen’ may sound like > Daily 11am-10pm; 5A Xingfu Yicun Xili, Chaoyang a diner, but a diner this is not. Rosewood 朝阳区幸福一村西里甲5号 see www.yuxin1997.com Beijing’s resplendent Northern Chinese for other locations. Awfully Chocolate makes almost anything to do with chocolate, but there is a restaurant serves elegant Hebei fare unlike clear premium put on chocolate cake. The bakery sells large cakes, alongside you’ve ever had. Excellent peking duck is Transit 渡金湖 ¥¥ ** a solid roster of smaller, more personal dessert cakes. We take a trip to the on offer as well. Sichuan is known for its blazing spices and > Daily 11.30am-2.30pm and 5.30-10:30pm; 3F hot climate. While the latter isn’t able to branch underneath Raffles – for science, of course – and yeah, the chocolate Rosewood Beijing, Jing Guang Centre, Hujialou, be replicated, the creative minds at Transit cakes are delicious. Chaoyang 朝阳区呼家楼一号京广中心北京瑰丽酒店 have made some fiery additions to the clas- 3层 (6597 8888) sical, chili-thumping canon, and they will What separates these coco bites from their admittedly dense pack of com- Da Dong 大董 charge you for that knowledge. But unlike petitors is a sort of richness you simply won’t find anywhere else in Beijing. The Among the city’s most famous haunts, Da many equally expensive joints, this is high- circular praline cake has a layer of slick, almost mousse-like glaze with deep fla- Dong guarantees slick cuts of Beijing-style end Chinese dining at its best. > Daily 12-2.30pm, 6 -10pm; N4-36, Sanlitun Taikoo Li vor. The rectangular ‘snack’ cake features five distinct types of chocolate, each roast duck and delectable wrap fillings. The venue’s a class act and the plum sauce is North, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路11 with its own texture. We also chow down on a butterscotch brownie, which is hard to follow. 号三里屯太古里北区N4-36号 (6417 9090) so unbelievably rich that we almost can’t finish it (but then, of course, we do). > Daily 11am-10pm; 22 Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng 东城区东四十条甲22号 (5169 0328); see www.dadon- Yunnan Come hungry – these are serious cakes. Even the comparatively light-weight gdadong.com for more locations praline tart is much, much more weighty than your typical mousse, and that’s Dali Courtyard 大里院子 * Duck de Chine 全鸭季 ¥ * If you like authentic Yunnanese food, you’ll before you factor in the viscous dark chocolate frosting and actual chocolate Good duck is meant to show your guests have to trust the staff: there’s no menu, it cake underneath. Value for money much? Forget your diet for a day – you’re how wonderful you are, as much as the all just arrives in an intimate courtyard setting. The price (RMB120/person) matches worth it. food. Duck De Chine does that in spades, with fantastic presentation of its crispy, the rustic ingredients. >Awfully Chocolate (see Listings for details) succulent duck (RMB188). > Daily 12-2pm, 6-10.30pm; Gulou Dong Dajie, 67

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Xiaojingchang Hutong, Dongcheng 东城区鼓楼东大 Da Gui (Guizhou) 街小经厂胡同67号 (8404 1430) Guizhou’s famed hot-and-sour cuisine nes- OPEN DOOR tled into a charming traditional alleyway. Lost Heaven 花马天堂 (Yunnan, SE Asian) Munch happily into pickled greens and An emphasis on Yunnan characterizes this don’t miss the salty-sweet deep-fried black menu’s fresh journey through the SE Asia sesame balls. They’re sensational. passage, with a grandiose yet dark teak > Daily 10am-2pm, 5-10pm; 69 Daxing Hutong, interior. Jiaodaokou, Dongcheng 东城区交道口大兴胡同69 > Daily noon-2pm, 5pm-10.30 (bar open till 1am). 号 (6407 1800) Ch’ien Men 23, 23 Qianmen Dongdajie, Dongcheng 东城区前门东大街23号(8516 2698) Makye Ame (Tibetan) Determined to prove that Tibetan cuisine Middle 8 Restaurant 中8楼 * consists of more than just yak-butter tea, the Beijing branch of this nationwide chain serves up nomadic classics such as curried potatoes and roast lamb. > Daily 10-midnight; 11A Xiushui Nanjie, Jianguomenwai, Chaoyang 朝阳区建国门外秀水南街甲11号 (6506 9616)

Xinjiang Red Rose (Xinjiang) * One of Beijing’s most famous Xinjiang restaurant, Red Rose serves some of the tenderest lamb skewers around, matched by enormous servings of classics like da- panji (a chicken, potato and pepper stew), latiaozi (noodles with a spicy tomato sauce) and nang (baked flatbrea). > Daily 10.30am-11pm; Inside 7 Xingfuyicun, opposite Workers’ Stadium North Gate, Chaoyang 朝阳区工人体育场北门对面幸福一村7巷内 (6415 5741) An oasis at the top of Taikoo Li, Middle 8 is the go-to destination for fresh authentic WESTERN Yunnan cuisine. The restaurant, stylish yet understated, has plenty of flavorsome well- Fine Dining priced dishes and a killer view to boot. > Sanlitun: Daily 11am-10pm, Taikoo Li Sanlitun Barolo ¥¥ (Italian) * South South Area F4, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯太古 Average Italian abounds in Beijing: not 里南区4层(6415 8858); Indigo: Daily 11am-10pm, here, though. Quite the opposite, in fact, Jiuxianqiao Road No.20 Indigo F2 , Chaoyang 朝阳区 meaning Barolo is as well-regarded as the 酒仙桥路20号颐堤港2层(8420 0883); Zhongguancun: Piedmont wine it is named after. Daily 11am-10pm, Zhongguancun Plaza Pedestrian > Mon-Sun 11.30am-2pm, 6pm-10pm. Ritz Carlton Street, No.R17, Haidian海淀区中关村广场步行街R17 Hotel, China Central Place, 83A Jianguo Lu, 号(5172 1728); Fenglan: Daily 11am-10pm, Xizhimen Chaoyang 朝阳区建国路甲83号华贸中心丽思卡尔顿 North Street No.32 Maples International Center Blok 酒店内 (5908 8151) B, 1 Floor, Haidian海淀区西直门大街32号枫蓝国际中心B座1层(6223 5583) Maison Flo ¥¥ (French) * Marble slabs, mosaic floors and brass Youyun fittings establish the Parisian bona fides; > Daily, 10am-11pm, 63 Babaokeng Hutong, dishes like snails (RMB78), oysters (RMB48 Beixinqiao, Dongcheng 东城区北新桥八宝坑胡同63 each) and steak tartare (RMB158) confirm. 号 6407 2050 / 185 1092 0709 The grandeur is matched only by the service, and the prices reflect the authenticity of the experience. Yun’er Small Town 云洱小镇 > Daily 11am-midnight; 18 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang 朝 Folksy and affordable Yunnanese fare on 阳区霄云路18号 (6595 5135) Beiluoguxiang. Fragrant dishes including the jasmine bulbs with scrambled eggs, The Georg ** lemongrass shrimp and banana leaf This hutong mansion has an elegant wrapped bolete mushrooms will keep us restaurant, leather-couched lounge area, crawling back. sleek bar and sick location near Houhai. But > Daily 10am-11pm, 84 Beiluoguxiang, Dongcheng most importantly, it has some of the most 东城区北锣鼓巷84号 (8404 2407) thoughtful, innovative cuisine in town. Go for a dinner you won’t forget. Dumplings >10.30am-midnight (dinner 6-10.30pm), closed Mondays; 45 Dongbuyaqiao Hutong, Dongcheng 东 Baoyuan Jiaoziwu 宝源饺子屋城区东不压桥胡同45号 (8408 5300) Famous for their rainbow of dyed dumplings, Baoyuan have their jiaozi (six, under Capital M ¥ (Contemporary Western) ** RMB10) wrapped in a larger yuanbao The Art Deco interior, swish staff and silver-ingot shape, with creative vegetarian breathtaking views over the archery towers options and authentic Sichuan food. from Qianmen ensures the pinnacle of > Daily 11am-10pm; north of 6 Maizidian Jie, al-fresco dining, with world-class modern Chaoyang 朝阳区麦子店街6号楼北侧 (6586 4967) European stylings and deliciously posh afternoon tea. Mr Shi’s Dumplings 老石饺子馆 > Daily 11.30am-10.30pm. Floor 3, 2 Qianmen Since recieving a Lonely Planet recommen- Buxingjie, Dongcheng 东城区前门步行街2号3层 dation the prices have risen and the walls (6702 2727) are covered in backpackers’ scribbles, but the fantastic dumplings – boiled and fried – Héritage ¥¥ are still fantastic. A French country-style chateau in the > 74 Baochao Hutong, Gulou Dong Dajie, heart of Beijing. A chef de cuisine with Dongcheng 东城区鼓楼东大街宝钞胡同74号 (8405 Michelin star restaurant experience and an 0399, 131 6100 3826) extensive wine cellar make this Sofitel Hotel restaurant one of the best French dining Regional experiences in town. > 6F Sofitel Wanda Beijing, Tower C, Wanda Plaza, Crescent Moon (Xinjiang) * 93 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场 Roast mutton enthusiasts go over the C座索菲特酒店6层 (8599 6666) THE ENGLISH TEAROOM moon at this reputable Xinjiang Muslim restaurant. Eastern European and Central Temple Restaurant Beijing (TRB) ¥¥ ** Asian influences are evident throughout, Setting is everything here, especially if Just Our Cup of Tea with peppery and cumin-spiced dishes it’s fashioned inside a restored Buddhist livening up traditional Chinese favorites. temple. The bold contemporary European As its red telephone box, Cath Kidston-print tablecloths and English-style > Daily 10am-11:30pm; 16 Dongsi Liutiao, cuisine is fitting in majesty and the service Dongcheng 东四六条16号 (6400 5281) alone is worthy of worship. teapots can attest: The English Tearoom is as close to Britain as you’ll get in > Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm; 23 Songzhusi Beijing. Cozy and family-friendly with pastel hues and soft music, this restaurant 禾家中餐厅 Temple, Shatan Beijie, Dongcheng 东城区沙滩北街嵩 Jia Chinese Restaurant is the ideal destination for Shunyi families on a Sunday morning. A Children’s (Cantonese) 祝寺23号 (8400 2232) Featuring modern Ming elements with Tearoom next to the Main Tearoom provides a play area for tots while adults inspired paintings from Xu Wei, a painter, Mio ¥¥ are free to chat away with friends and family, over a pot of tea. calligrapher and food and wine connois- Glitzy Italian fare at the Four Seasons, with seur, the quintessentially authentic house a mobile Bellini cart, wheeled straight to At the English Teahouse, the day starts with a generous, hearty English of agriculture produces, Jia Chinese restau- your table.The Chef crafts a superb squash breakfast. Then a light(er) lunch menu includes sandwiches, salads and specials tortellini by hand, and pampers diners with rant serves exquisite traditional Cantonese like sausage rolls or fish and chips. Of course, there is afternoon tea – pick your specialties in their purest form with chefs desserts like the deconstructed tiramisu. hailing from Hong Kong. Using the freshest >Daily lunch 11.30am - 2.30pm, dinner 5.30pm favorite flavor – alongside fresh-baked British cakes, scones and biscuits. No ingredients from NUO’s very own green -10.30pm, Four Seasons Hotel, 48 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang, 朝阳区亮马桥路48号北京四季酒店 need to worry about how kid-safe the food is, because this restaurant prides farms, NUO Hotel Beijing provides an alter- (5695 8888) native green gourmet option in town. itself in producing hearty English comfort food from organic, local and free- >Mon-Fri: 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm; Sat-Sun: 11am- Grange Grill ** range produce whenever possible. 2.30pm, 5.30-10pm; 1/F, NUO Hotel Beijing, 2A Located in the Westin Beijing Chaoyang, >Daily 7am-9.30pm; 101-10, North Complex, Shine Hills, Yard 9, Antai Dajie, Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区将台路甲2号北京诺金酒 Grange Grill serves up some of the city’s 店一层（5926 8281） Shunyi 顺义安泰大街9号院中粮祥云小镇北区10号楼101号(8047 9661) best steak, seafood and grill offerings. The

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restaurant’s welcoming decor provides a a quiet moment of serenity amid the hustle OPEN DOOR relaxing atmosphere to enjoy a cocktail or and bustle of Beijing. a glass of fine vintage from the extensive >Daily, 8am-8.30pm; 1/F, Tower A, East Gate Plaza, wine collection. Be sure to try the ‘luxuri- Dongzhimen, Dongcheng 东城区东直门东环广场A座 ous oyster feast,’ where you can enjoy the 一层幸福咖啡馆 (6418 1096) delicacy raw, grilled or with cheese. > Lunch: Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm, Sat and Sun Mosto (European, South American) ¥ * 11.30am-3.pm; Dinner: Daily 5.30-10.30pm; The A perpetually busy lunch and evening spot, Westin Beijing Chaoyang 7 North East Third Ring thanks to chef Daniel Urdaneta’s skill for Road, Chaoyang 东三环北路7号 (5922 8888) modernising South American-style dishes like ceviche and risotto in his open kitchen. Contemporary Western > Sun-Thu noon-2.30pm, 6-10pm; Fri-Sat noon- 2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chi (Organic, Fusion) Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园3层 (5208 Hutong set-menu dining par-excellence, 6030) with organic ingredients all locally sourced. From the owners of neighboring Saffron. Sizzler > Daily, opens 10:30am, last order 9:30pm, 67 Sizzler invented ‘casual dining’ in Australia Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng 东城区五道营胡同 when it introduced the first soup, salad, 67号 (6445 7076) pasta and fresh fruit concept. Since those pioneering days, it has expanded its ‘classic Lin’s Dinning grill’ to include, not only steak and seafood, but also delicious chicken dishes, BBQ ribs, combination meals and burgers. ‘Variety’ and ‘freedom to choose’ set Sizzler apart from other dining experiences. At Sizzler customers are free to control the volume, nutritional balance and variety of each meal by ordering from the grill and helping themselves to our famous soup, salad, pasta and fruits. >All stores open daily, 10am-10pm ;Wangfujing Oriental Plaza Store 王府井东方广场店 (8518 6315); Chongwenmen Glory Mall Store 崇文门国瑞购物中心店 (6714 0399); Wangjing Capital Mall 望京凯德购物中心店 (6471 3876); Wanliu BHG 万柳华联商场店 (8258 9405) Wan Shoulu Crystal Capital Mall 万寿路凯德晶品店 (6826 086); Xizhimen Capital Mall 西直门凯德购物中心店Mall (5830 2199); Sanlitun Shimao Gongsan 三里屯世茂工三店 (8400 4014); Changying Paradise Walk 常营龙湖天街店 (8539 0438); Tianjin > Daily 11am-10pm, 2/F, New Grand Dynasty Hotel, Joy City 天津大悦城店 (8728 1620) 58 Maizidian Jie, Chaoyang 朝阳区麦子店街58号新大宗饭店二层(6500 6766) The English Tearoom英国茶房 >Daily 10am-9.30pm; 101, Bldg 10, North area of C Pearl (Oysters, Seafood) ¥ * Xiangyun Town, 9 Antai Dajie, Shunyi 顺义区安泰 This slick oyster restaurant imports fresh 大街9号院中粮祥云小镇北区10号楼101(8047 9661 shells from Canada, South Africa, France, / 8047 9661); Daliy 10am-7pm Creativity Garden,1 USA and more – and they are well worth Shunhuang Lu，Sunhe xiang,Chaoyang 朝阳区孙河 the price. The fries are the best we’ve had 乡顺黄路甲1号创意园内(8459 4407) in Beijing, beer and wine selection also excellent. Tomacado > Tue-Sun 5.30pm-2am; 14-2, Bldg 14, Shunyuanli, Tomacado is indeed a mash-up of ‘tomato’ Xinyuan Jie, Yansha Qiao, Chaoyang 朝阳区燕莎桥新 and ‘avocado’ – and while you’ll certainly 源街顺源里14号楼14-2号 (5724 5886) find these ingredients on the menu, you can also expect pleasant drinks, light soups Feast (Food by East) and heartier main courses from this charm- Bustling café with a philosophy of ‘Simple ing cafe. Fowers are also available for sale. things, done well’. International favorites, > Daily 10am-10pm (Lunch start from 11am, Only using freshest ingredients , cooked on the afternoon tea served on Mon-Fri 2.30-5pm), No. spot. 19/20, B1/F, Jia Ming Center, 27 Dongsanhuan Beilu, >Daily 6am-10.30pm, 2/F, EAST Beijing, 22 Chaoyang 朝阳区东三环北路27号嘉铭中心地下一层 Jiuxianqiao Lu,Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路22号东隅酒 19/20号(6500 3354) 店2层 8414 9820 VIC Alﬁe’s ¥ (British) Not to be confused with the notorious What’s all this about, then? British gastro- nightclub of the same name, this VIC is pub classics, (like pukker fish and chips, the Sofitel Beijing’s casual dining restau- RMB188), a swanky gentleman’s club rant. All the major world cuisines are in interior, and located in a chic modern art attendance here – make sure you pay gallery-cum-mall. That’s what, mate. special attentions to the French-inspired > Daily, 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30-10pm, brunch served breads and pastries – as is the customary on weekends; Parkview Green, 9 Dongdaqiao Lu, Sunday champagne brunch. Chaoyang 朝阳区东大桥路9号芳草地L1-22 (5662 > Sofitel Wanda Beijing, Tower C, Wanda Plaza, 93 8777) Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区建国路93号万达广场C 座索菲特酒店6层 (8599 6666) Bistrot B Rosewood Beijing’s exquisite French res- Yi House (Contemporary Western) taurant is the sort of place chefs like to eat. Nestled in the confines of 798, Yi’s great Expect lavish luxury. tasting brunch is bettered only by their > Daily, 11.30am-2.30pm and 5.30-10:30pm; 1F wide range of cocktails. Sundays offer jazz Rosewood Beijing, Jing Guang Centre, Hujialou, brunches with lobster and champagne. Chaoyang 朝阳区呼家楼一号京广中心北京瑰丽酒店 > Daily 11am-3pm, 6pm-12am; 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, 798 3层 (6536 0066) Yishu Qu, No.1 706 Houjie, Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路2号院798艺术区706后街1号 (6436 1818) Caribeño (Latin) THE MISSION Heavy Cuban influence, but there are dishes Wood from all over the Latin continent here. The >Daily 10.30am-11pm, Lakeside Gourmet Street, Ropa Vieja (shredded beef on potato) is Solana, 6 Chaoyang Gongyuan Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区 They’re, Well... On a Mission excellent – as are the Mojitos. 朝阳公园路6号蓝色港湾南边湖畔美食街近南边地面 > Daily 11:30am-9:30pm, 1/F, China Overseas Plaza, 停车场 5726 8255 Playing to Beijing’s love of wrapped food, The Mission is a crowd pleaser, and 8 Guanghua Dongli, Chaoyang 朝阳区光华东里8号中海广场北楼1层 (5977 2789) Stuﬀ’d (Contemporary Western) stands out even among the eight-floor tower of restaurants that is China World The concept of Stuff’d is to simply stuff Mall. But the Mexican cuisine is not the only factor in its success. Grill 79 (Steak) one kind of food in another. From sausage With views this good, Grill 79 would prob- calzone pizzas (RMB68) to scotch eggs – it The Mission is on a mission to serve fresh, casual Mexican food and show ably make it onto the list even if the food all works. On-site micro brewery a bonus. that food served fast doesn’t have to be “fast-food.” Though a restaurant with was terrible. It’s something of a bonus then > Wed-Mon, 11:30am-2:45pm, 6-10pm, 9 Jianchang Hutong, Dongcheng 东城区箭厂胡同9号 (6407 6308) convenience heavily in mind, The Mission does not sacrifice experience or that the kitchen is superb, and supported by one of the most extensive wine lists in quality of food for timeliness. Located on the fourth floor in the Guomao’s fash- town. Café/Deli/Sandwich ionable new complex, The Mission offers healthy lunches to those working in > Daily 6.30-10.30am, noon-2pm, 6-10pm. 79/F, China World Trade Center Phase 3, 1 Jianguomenwai Café Zarah (Café) * downtown Beijing in a space of modern, simplistic furnishings. Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸大酒店 A smart new interior and menu for this Whether you’re in a rush and looking for a quick meal, or if you’re laid back 79楼 (6505 2299 ext 6424) longstanding cafe has propelled it from hipster hangout to Gulou institution. Large, and looking for something to eat with your hands, The Mission is an ideal desti- JF Royal Teahouse airy and with a terrace for summer, the only nation. With a simple, customizable menu of burritos, burrito bowls, tacos and >Daily 10am-9:30pm;B215 China World Trade downside is it’s always packed. Center Tower 3, Jintong East Road,Chaoyang Beijing > Daily 9.30am-midnight，42 Gulou Dongdajie, salads, ordering at The Mission is a simple, streamlined process where each in- 北京市朝阳区国贸商城区域3 地下二层B215(8535 Dongcheng 东城区鼓楼东大街42号 (8403 9807) dividual customer’s need is the focus. Fresh food is restocked everyday, so fear 1625) neither limp lettuce nor soft chips. Mission accomplished. Domain 域 Miss K Cafe (Xing Fu Cafe) A blend of café, business center and >Daily, 10am-10pm; NL402 North Building, China World Mall, 1 Jianguomenwai Whether it’s a rainy morning or a sunny af- lounge, it has a gentle buzz all of its own. Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸商城北区4楼NL402 ternoon, relax with your favorite novel and For privacy, Domain also provides worksta- a cup of freshly brewed coffee. Experience tions equipped with computers and ipads.

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>Daily 7am-8pm, 2/F, EAST Beijing, 22 Jiuxianqiao TRIBE * Lu,Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路22号东隅酒店2层 Salads, wraps and sandwiches, and noodle OPEN DOOR (8414 9830) and grain bowls are as tasty as they are holistic, and there are more superfoods in Café Flatwhite one single dish than we even knew existed. Hailing from New Zealand, Café Flatwhite Come hungry, leave basking in the warm uses fresh and healthy ingredients in its glow that comes from knowing that you tasty selection of sandwiches, pizzas, salads are eating well. Kombucha is the icing on and brunch options, all served alongside the (organic, locally-sourced) cake. some of the best coffee in Beijing. > Daily 8am-10.30pm, 1/F, Building 3, China View > Open Daily, Mon-Fri 8am-9pm, Sat-Sun 9am-9pm; Plaza, 2A Gongti Dong Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区工 798 Dashanzi Art District Store: D09-1, No.4, 798 体东路甲2号中国红街大厦3号楼1层大厅入口南侧 Dashanzi Art District, Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang (8587 1899) 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号 798艺术区D09-1 (5978 9067 / 13051771436); Jianguomenwai Media Center Store: Wagas (Contemporary Western) No.13 Bldg, Jianguomenwai DRC, 1 Xiushui Street, Quality eats with minimal pretension. This Chaoyang 朝阳区秀水街1号建国门外外交公寓13 stylish, no-fuss Shanghai rival to Element 号楼1层东北角 8532 2633 ；Jianguomenwai DRC Store: Building 7-1-11, 1 Silk Street, Chaoyang 朝阳 Fresh offers some of the best and most 区秀水街1号建国门外外交公寓7-1-11 (8532 2633 / affordable Western lunch options in town. 18701092189); FFCStore:-107,B1/F,Fortune Financial The zesty carrot-and-zucchini cake is a Center,5 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu,Chaoyang District crowd pleaser. 朝阳区东三环中路5号楼财富金融中心1层107 (6596 > Daily 8am-10pm; S8-33, 3/F, Bldg 8, Taikoo Li 9108); China Central Mall Store:L315,China Central South, 19 South Sanlitun Street, Chaoyang 朝阳区三 Mall,Chaoyang District朝阳区华贸中心写字楼三层里屯太古里南区三层 (6416 5829) > Additional loca- L315单元 (8588 7978)www.cafeflatwhite.com, cafe- tions in The Kerry Centre, Raffles Mall Dongzhimen [email protected], WeChat username: Cafe- (see www.thatsmags.com for details) Flatwhite American/BBQ/Grill Awfully Chocolate Eudora Station 亿多瑞站 > (Near Lidu place))No 6,Fangyuanli Chaoyang 朝 DU HSIAO YUEH 阳区芳园西里6号(丽都广场对面)(6437 8331, 6437 8334) Cool for the Summer Home Plate BBQ * Scruffy looks and laid-back staff belie the popularity of this entry-level brick-smoker At this point you’re over it: The searing hot afternoons and the nights that of- barbecue joint, that blossoms in the fer no cool respite. In August, summer needs a novelty kick to be fun again. sunny months. Pulled-pork sandwiches are the favorites, followed by baby-back It would seem Du Hsiao Yueh understands this, given the timing of their new rib racks. Beer and bourbons are taken seasonal menu. Their delightful summer dishes have been revealed to us just as care of, too. we’ve begun to wish for the sedative winds of autumn. > Daily 11am-10pm. 35 Xiaoyun Lu courtyard (20m north of Xiaoyun Lu intersection, first right), So, what’s in this new summer menu? Fresh vegetables are brought in from Chaoyang District 朝阳区霄云路35号院过霄云路路口, Taipei – try the delectable Cherry Radish with Stir-Fried Mustard for a taste. Also 往北走20米,到第一个路口右转(5128 5584) > Additional location in Sanlitun Nan Jie (see www. new is the Salty-Crisp Shrimp and the Spicy-Sour Octopus, both high in protein thatsmags.com for details) and low in fat – perfect for your summer health goals. 完美巧克力蛋糕的首选新加坡品牌，Born in Singapore, made by hand, using the finest NOLA All this comes without compromising the restaurant’s already robust spread ingredients. N’Orleans finds a dark-wood home in the of seafood and tasty Taiwan-style noodles. Best of all: Du Hsiao Yueh wants you >Daily 9am-10.30pm, 1) Sanlitun: Opposite to BHG, leafy embassy area, with a jazz soundtrack, B1/F, Southern area of Taikooli, Sanlitun, Chaoyang shrimp and grits, gumbo, fried chicken, to ‘feel the breeze from the sea’ with the help of a selection of Taiwan beers 朝阳区三里屯太古里地下一层华联超市对面 (8468 jambalaya and decent-enough po’boys – brought in for the Summer. Cool down. 3802); 2) Indigo: B1/F, Indigo Mall, 18 Jiuxianqiao yes’m. Excellent Cajun snacks, craft beers > Daily, 10am-10pm; B2/F, Parkview Green, 9 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区 Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路18号颐堤港地下一 and cocktails also make NOLA a popular 层 (8426 0917); 3) Joy City Chaoyang: 5/F Joy City watering hole. 东大桥路9号侨福芳草地地下2层,近芳草地西巷 (8563 1105) Chaoyang, Qingnian Lu, Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang > Mon-Fri 8am-11pm, Sat-Sun 10.30am-11pm. 11A 朝阳区朝阳北路青年路朝阳大悦城5楼悦界区 (8582 Xiushui Nanjie, Chaoyang 朝阳区秀水南街11号 2677); 4) Raffles City: B1/F, Raffles City, Dongzhimen, (8563 6215) Dongcheng 东城区东直门来福士地下一层 (8409 8038) The Big Smoke * Element Fresh (Contemporary Western) Taking the Home Plate BBQ concept and Chain of restaurants and one of the longest upscaling was a gourmet masterstroke. Full running with quality ingredients and good menu evenings only (also delivers rotisserie service. One of the mainstays in Beijing. chicken via Uncle Otis). > Daily Mon-Fri 10am-11pm, Sat-Sun 7am-11pm. > Daily Mon-Sat 11am-midnight, Sun 11am-10pm. 833, Building 8, 19 Sanlitun Taikoo Li South, Sanlitun First Floor, Lee World Building (opposite Frost Nails), Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里屯太古里南区 57 Xingfucun Zhong Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区幸福村 8号楼833 (6417 1318) 中路 57号楼利世楼 (6416 5195, 6416 268, www. uncle-otis.com) Maan Coﬀee漫咖啡文化体验馆 >Daily 9am-20:00pm;The south gate of Jiangfu The Woods * Park,Half tower road,Chaoyang 朝阳区半截塔路将府 New York native-owned, Manhattan-style 公园南门西侧(5949 8336) restaurant, tucked in amongst the skyscrap- ers of CBD: you can’t get more Big Apple MOKA Bros (Contemporary Western) * than that. Power bowls, salads and wraps are the kind > Daily 12pm-10pm, Central Park Tower 1, Suite 101, of fare on offer at this trendy Nali Patio No. 6 Chaowai Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区朝外大街6号 space, which also has a great selection of 新城国际1号搂101 (6533 6380) cakes and pastries if you’re feeling more indulgent. Mexican/Tex Mex > Sanlitun: Sun-Thu 11am-10:30pm, Fri/Sat 11am- 11:30pm, B101b Nali Patio South, 81 Sanlitun Beilu Cantina Agave (Tex-Mex) Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路81号B101B南楼 (5208 Great selection of burritos, tacos and 80+ 6079) ; Solana: Solana Lakeside Dining Street, 6 imported tequilas. Spice up dishes with the Chaoyang Park Road, Chaoyang 朝阳区湖畔美食街 walk-up salsa bar and don’t leave without a 朝阳公园路6号院蓝色港湾 (5905 6259) bite of the custardy flan. >Sun-Thurs 11am to midnight. Fri–Sat 11am to 2am, Ricci S4-32 South Block, Sanlitun Taikoo Li, 19 Sanlitun YOUYUN Named after a 17th century Italian Jesuit Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路19号三里太古里南区 (duh), this creative café has a funky, kooky- (6416 5212) meets-organic vibe and serves up some of All For Yunnan the best casual western food in town, and Taco Bar a great brunch at the Wudaokou location Rising from the ashes of its deceased A Yunnanese restaurant tucked away in a hutong, Youyun offers traditional (Chaoyang branch closed weekends). hutong location, the new Taco Bar is hip, > 1/F, Building D, Tsinghua Science Park, 1 popular and able to produce some of the style with contemporary class, featuring both blue-porcelain decorations and Zhongguancun Donglu, Haidian 海淀区中关村东路1 most authentic Mexican fare in town. Only minimalist plating, and both old-style wooden windows and abstract artwork. 号院清华科技园D座1楼 (8215 8826 ) RMB45 for three and great cocktails to complement. Rooftop patios and courtyard dining rooms are also available in this refresh- The Rug (Contemporary Western, > Tue-Thu 5.30pm-1am, Fri-Sat 5.30pm-2.30am, Sun ingly quiet neighborhood of Beijing. Organic) * 11am-1am; 1/F, Unit 10, Electrical Research Institute, With ingredients supplied by local organic Sanlitun Nan Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯南路机电研 But dinner is only part of the experience at Youyun. With their gorgeous farms like Dahe and De Run Wu, and an 究院内10号1层 (6501 6026) space on hand, the team at Youyun is adept at hosting any event you have emphasis on sustainability, this café’s wide planned. Party? Check. Meeting? Check. Baby shower? Check. They’re even ranging menu has something for everyone, Palms L.A. Kitchen and Bar * (Korean- especially green types, bored foreign moms Mexican fusion) available to host weddings. We can hardly imagine a more Beijing way to say and freelance Macbook types. Tucked away near Gulou, this hip little your vows than in a hutong. Whatever you have planned, Youyun can make it > Mon-Fri 7.30am-10:30pm, Sat/Sun 9:30am- hutong concept is truly one of a kind in 10:30pm; Bldg 4, Lishui Jiayuan, Chaoyang Beijing. Quesadillas with kimchi and bibim- happened, whether your plans are for a quiet dinner or a high-profile event. Gongyuan Nanlu (opposite Chaoyang Park South baps with melted cheese and hot sauce. A hidden gem in the labyrinthine hutongs of Beijing, Youyun is a underrated Gate), Chaoyang 朝阳区朝阳公园南路丽水嘉园4 Guess what? It works. Killer range of classic restaurant that has been kept secret for too long. 号楼(朝阳公园南门对面) (8550 2722) > Additional Cali’ cocktails, too. location in Sanlitun Nan Jie (see online.thatsmags. > Daily 11:30am-midnight (closed Mondays); 14 > Daily 10am-10pm; 63 Babaokeng Hutong, Dongcheng 东城区北新桥八宝坑胡 com for details) Zhangwang Hutong, Dongcheng 东城区旧鼓楼大街同63号张旺胡同14号 (6405 4352)

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Q Mex Bar & Grill > Dinner: 5-10pm; Lunch: 10am-3pm; 3/F, 277 German Beer Purity Law – the brews here up a solid reputation thanks to its wide > Sanlitun Courtyard (across from Salsa Caribe, Dongzhimen Nei Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区东直门内 are some of the finest in Beijing. Prost! range of quality dishes and particularly nearby Bookworm), Chaoyang 朝阳区工体北路4号院大街277号三楼雍和宫大街和北新桥头条交叉处的四 > Room 3, Building 3, No 12 ,Xindonglu Chaoyang friendly service. Looking good after a 机电研究院餐饮街内 6585 3828 层商业楼三楼 (6455 3832, 1391 0969 240) 朝阳区新东路12号院3号楼3门(5323 3399) recent rennovation and very available on Cepe ¥ JinShiSong online delivery. Burgers In a city inundated with Italian offerings, Paulaner Brauhaus > Daily 11am-2:30pm, 5:30-11pm, 2/F 2 Sanlitun Cepe manages to stand out thanks to its The grand old man of Beijing brauhauses, Beixiaojie, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯北小街2号2楼 Blue Frog attention to the smallest detail – everything Paulaner delivers the Teutonic goods in the (6462 7255) Blue Frog is pleased to introduce a creative from the vinaigrette to the Parma ham is hands of lederhosen-clad staff from the new Drinks Menu. As the new year begins, import quality, and the wine is superb. provinces. It can be pricey but is usually Japanese this new menu will wake up everyone’s > Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10.30pm. The Ritz- worthwhile, especially during Oktoberfest. taste buds with a bevy of specialty and Carlton Financial Street, 1 Jinchengfang Dongjie, > Daily 11am-1am. Kempinski Hotel, 50 Liangmaqiao HAGAKI 叶书 * original cocktails, mocktails, shots, beer, Jinrong Jie, Xicheng 西城区金城坊东街1号北京金融街 Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区亮马桥路50号凯宾斯基饭店 Serves up a selection of signature maki wine and healthy drinks inspired by popu- 丽思卡顿酒店大堂 (6601 6666) (6465 3388 ext. 5732) rolls, as well as classics like tonkatsu, lar ingredients. tempura and udon, Hagaki specializes > All open Daily 10am-late; S2-30, Level 3, S2 Tower, Florentina 翡冷翠意大利餐厅 Brotzeit German Bier Bar & Restaurant in Californian-inspired Japanese cuisine 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路19号三 Florentina serves authentic Italian fare in 博璨德国啤酒餐厅 and has a lively sushi bar. 里屯太古里南区三楼S2-30 (6417 4030) ; No.167, low-key, yet elegant surrounds. Cuisine is Brotzeit offers its customers a unique expe- >Daily 11am-2.30pm, 1/F, EAST Beijing, 22 1/F, 18 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路 high-end, the environment is relaxed. A rience with authentic German cuisine and Jiuxianqiao Lu,Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路22号东隅酒号层号 18 1 167 (8426 0017) ; No.125, 1/F, Bldg 1, beautiful outdoor terrace makes this place world famous German beers in a casual en- 店1层 8414 9815 Sanfeng(North), Chaoyang 朝阳区三丰北里1号楼1层 a godsend for Lido residents. vironment. Coupled with its contemporary 125号 (8561 2665) ; Unit 15-16, 1/F, Bldg AB, Ocean setting and unique brand appeal, Brotzeit Hatsune ¥ * (California Japanese) International Center, 10 Jintong Xilu, Chaoyang 朝阳 > Daily 11-late (Kitchen serves until 10pm), 1/F, Bldg 2, No. 6 Yard, Fangyuan Xilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区芳园 is distinct from the traditional-style German As much a California roll joint as true 区金桐西路10号远洋光华国际中心AB座一层15 16单 Japanese, Hatsune is now an old favorite 元 (8590 3168) 西路6号院2号楼1层(8431 0027) restaurants still seen in Germany and other parts of the world. among the sake-swilling, sushi-swallowing set, though less so among sashimi purists. Steak Mercante ¥ * > Daily 11am-late; F109, Grand Summit, bldg 5, 19 Old World family charm in an intimate Dongfang Donglu, Chaoyang 朝阳区东方东路19号 > Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5.30-10pm; 2/F, Heqiao Bldg C, 8A Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区光华路甲8号 Morton’s of Chicago (American) ¥¥ * hutong setting. Time (and, occasionally, 楼(DRC外交办公大楼)一层F109 (8531 5166, www. brotzeit.co) 和乔大厦C座2层 (6581 3939) >Additional locations Meat so tender the knife falls through it: service) slows with a rustic menu from Bo- in Sanlitun Tai Koo Li South; Kerry Centre Mall (see ritzy Morton’s deserves the worldwide logna offering an assortment of homemade www.online.thatsmags.com for details) praise. Expensive, but where else are you pastas and seasonal mains. Spanish going to get steak this good? (Try the > Tue-Sun 6-10.30pm. 4 Fangzhuanchang Hutong, Inagiku * Dongcheng 东城区方砖厂胡同4号 (8402 5098) Agua ¥ * RMB550 set menu if you want to save cash) Occupying the high end of Nali’s Spanish This Beijing branch of one of Tokyo’s oldest > Mon-Sat 5:30-11pm, Sun 5-10:30pm; 2/F, Regent and most celebrated restaurants is as near Tiago Home Kitchen invasion, Agua excels with reasonably Hotel, 99 Jinbao Jie, Dongcheng 东城区金宝街99号 to perfection as you’re likely to find. Even the most exacting palettes are delight- priced classics like suckling pig, chorizo 丽晶酒店二层 (6523 7777) Deceptively simple yet finely crafted, ed by TIAGO, whose team prepares globally and jamon. Winner of the 2014 Golden the handmade Inaniwa udon (RMB80) O’Steak sourced ingredients and sustainably grown Fork Editors’ Pick for best restaurant. > Daily Midday-2pm, 6pm-10pm. 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 is not to be missed. A well-cooked steak in Beijng isn’t all that produce. TIAGO’s dining experience is dis- > Daily 11am-3pm, 6-10.30pm; Rm 315, 3/F, tinctly Italian, but its menu also offers such Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花 rare anymore, and here we have affordable 园 (5208 6188) Park Life, Yintai Centre, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, but quality cuts. Don’t be fooled by the classics as Australian steaks and Boston lob- Chaoyang 朝阳区建国门外大街2号银泰中心悦生 Irish sounding name, it’s an authentic ster - plus a wide selection of salads, pizza, Casa Talia by Tiago 活3层315室 (8517 2838) French bistro – not a Guinness in sight. pasta and desserts. >Daily 11.30am-9pm, 01B, 4/F, Raffles City, 1 Dong- > Daily midday-midnight, Xingfu: No.55-7 Xingfucun >Indigo: Daily 11.30am-10pm, Shop L173, Indigo zhimen Nan Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区东直门南大街1 Sake Manzo * Zhonglu, opposite of April courmet, Chaoyang 朝 Mall, 18 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路号来福士购物中心4层01B 8409 4009 The barmen here are serious about 阳区幸福村中路55-7杰作大厦底商绿叶子超市斜对 18号颐堤港购物中心L173商铺(6438 8772); Chaoyang their sake. Boasting one of the best 面 (8448 8250) ; Central Park: No.o103 building 20, Joy City: Daily 11am-10pm, 5F50/6F, Chaoyang Joy Niajo ¥ * stocked drinks cabinets in town with Central Park, No.6 Chaowai Avenue, Chaoyang 朝 City, 101 Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区朝阳北路 over 60 different sakes on offer, this 阳区朝外大街6号新城国际20号楼103 (6533 6599); 101号朝阳大悦城5F50/6F(8558 3892) With homely Mediterranean influences and shunyi: No.11-102 Shine Hills, No.9 Antai Avenue, a charming management, Niajo is prime super-cool little eatery is the perfect Shunyi 顺义区后沙峪安泰大街9号祥云小镇南门 11号 Opera Bombana ¥ Sanlitun smart-casual dining. Order the place to unwind after a hard day’s toil. 楼102 (8048 5080) Head chef Umberto Bombana boasts three paella (their star dish) together with some The sashimi is fresh to the cut, and the Michelin stars to his name, earned at his tapas and be automatically transported to beer-marinated chicken is out of this 29 Grill (Contemporary Western) * wildly successful Hong Kong restaurant Spain (minus the constant sunshine). world. One of the very best and least Top-notch steak, along with just about eve- Otto e Mezzo. He’s the only Italian chef to > Daily noon-10.30pm. 3/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun appreciated restaurants in town. ry other cut of meat found in the barnyard do so outside of his native land, and cer- Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园3层 > Daily 6pm-midnight. 7A Tuanjiehu Beisantiao, Chaoyang 朝阳区团结湖北三条甲7号(6436 1608 in this well-priced meat-eaters’ mecca. tainly the only to have opened a restaurant (5208 6052) > Mon-Fri lunch: 11.30am-2.30pm; Mon-Sat dinner: in Beijing. 6-10.30pm (closed Sundays); Conrad Beijing, 2/F, 29 Migas ¥ * Saveurs de Coree > Daily, 12pm-10:30pm; LG2-21 Parkview Green This upmarket Korean bistro has North Dongsanhuan, Chaoyang 朝阳区东三环北路9 Fangcaodi, 9 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区东大 The boys at Migas have turned a concept 号2层 (6584 6270) 桥路9号侨福芳草地地下2层21号 (5690 7177) bar into a thriving Mediterranean res- undergone several changes in recent taurant, bar and party venue, and one of years, not least its move away from Italian Pizza summer’s rooftop destinations. the hipper-than-thou confines of > Daily 10am-3pm, 5pm- late. 6/F, Nali Patio, 81 Nanluoguxiang. Fortunately, the menu Annie’s ¥ * La Pizza Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路81号那里花园 remains largely intact. The Shin Ramyun Now a certified Beijing institution, Annie’s Among the upper echelons of Beijing 6层 (5208 6061) is among the best in Beijing, while the serves up the city’s most reliable Italian pizzerias is this Sanlitun goldfish bowl Wagyu barbecued beef is almost too fare. Delivery is free anywhere between with a wood-fired oven and Neapolitan Asian good to be true. Line 5 and the the Fifth Ring Road (call for manners. Further branches in Solana and > Daily noon-11pm; 128-1 Xiang’er Hutong, delivery prices outside this area), and can pasta/salad/mains-buffet restaurant in Indian Dongcheng 东城区香饵胡同128-1号(5741 5753) be ordered in English between 10.30am Sanlitun 3.3 and 10.30pm from www.annies.com.cn. Raj Yotsuba ** > Sanlitun Branch: daily 10.30am-3pm, 6-11pm. 1/F, Tucked away in musty old building just un- Alternatively, drop in to your local branch. 3.3 Mall, 33 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯 It doesn’t come cheap (tasting menu > All open Daily,10.30am-11pm; Beijing Riviera: 路33号3.3服装大厦西北角底商(5136 5582); Solana derneath the drum tower, this curryhouse RMB1,000), but what would you expect opposite west gate of Lane Bridge Villa, Shunyi 朝 Branch: SA-48, 1/F, Bldg 3, Solana, 6 Chaoyang may look Chinese but everything on the from some of the best sushi in town? 阳区来广营东路5号长岛澜桥别墅西门对面尚古城一 Park Road, Chaoyang 朝阳公园西路6号蓝色港 menu is authentic Indian, espcially the Buttery and meaty fatty tuna sashimi is 楼 (8470 4768); Lido: Jiangtai Lu, opposite United 湾3号1层 SA-48 ( 5905 6106) > SOHU Shangdu rather fine naan. a cut above. Family Hospital 朝阳区将台商业街4号楼2楼和睦家 Branch: SH1112, SOHO Shangdu, 8 Dongdaqiao Lu, > Daily 11am-2pm, 5pm-11pm, 31 Gulou Xidajie > Dongcheng: Tue- Sun 11.30am-11pm. Sanlitun 医院对面 (6436 3735); Wangjing: 2F, beside the Chaoyang District 朝阳区东大桥路8号SOHO尚都 Dongcheng 东城区鼓楼西大街31号 (6401 1675) branch: 2 Sanlitun Bei Xiaojie, Chaoyang 朝阳区 Daimler Tower, LSH Plaza, 8 Wangjing Jie 朝阳区利星 SH1112号(5900 3112); La Pizza Buffet: 4F, Sanlitun 三里屯北小街2号 (6464 2365); Lido branch: 2F, 行广场A座戴勒姆大厦裙楼2层近望京商业中心 (8476 3.3 Mall, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯3.3服装大厦4层 Ganges No.9-3, Jiangtai Xilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区将台西路 0398); Chaoyang Park: West Gate of Chaoyang (5136 5990) Conveniently located above popular 9-3号2层 (8420 0998) Park 朝阳区朝阳公园老西门南侧 (6591 1931); Irish sports bar Paddy O’Sheas, this solid Sanlitun: China View Building, opposite East Gate of Tube Station Indian curry house provides the perfect Sui Ka Workers’Stadium 朝阳区工体东门对面中国红街一楼 Nowhere does gigantic toppen-laden pizza post-match culinary accompaniment. Or Is this what after-work hangouts are (8587 1469); Ritan Park: Ritan High Life, 3F, north of quite like Beijing, and these guys claim to put another way: it’s what you’ll be craving like in Japan? We’re not sure, but we Ritan Park 朝阳区神路街39号日坛上街3-108号 (8569 be the biggest in town. hope so: This charming izakaya nails 3031); The Place: East of the Place, south of Central after eight pints of beer. > Sanlitun 3.3 Branch: Mon-Fri 10am-10pm, Sat/Sun > Daily 11am to 10.30pm; Dongzhimen Branch: 2/F, Park 朝阳区金桐西路10号远洋光华国际中心AB座1 it when it comes to sake selection and 10am-11pm, delivery Mon-Thu 11:30am-10:30pm, 28 Dongzhimen Wai Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区东直门层 (8590 6428); Guomao: Ruisai Business Building fried delights to munch alongside it. Fri-Sun 11:30am-11pm 3/F, 3.3 Building, No. 33 外大街28号2层 (6417-0900) > Additional branch in (southest of Guomao subway) 朝阳区东三环南路2 >Daily 5pm-1am, Ichibangai First Avenue Food Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang 三里屯北街33号3.3服 Sanlitun, see online.thatsmags.com for details. 号瑞赛大厦商务楼1层 (6568 5890); Sunshine 100: Court, Zaoying Nanli, Maizidian, East 3rd Ring 装大厦3层3008号 ( 5136 5571, delivery 8989 177) Guanghua Lu, opposite Sunshine 100 Building 朝阳 Road, Chaoyang朝阳区东三环农展馆北路宾都苑 > Additional branches in Gongti, Beida, Beitai, 区光华路阳光100公寓对面首经贸南门 (858 98366) Indian Kitchen 东侧一层底商一番街内 (137 1692 7543) Yayancun, Solana and Weigongcun, see www.online.thatsmags.com for details) Assaggi ¥ * Korean This fine Italian spot in the leafy embassy district has one of Beijing’s best terraces for German Ai Jiang Shan This upscale seafood restaurant proves summer dining. The tagliata steak is worth Drei Kronen 1308 * a return visit. that chargrill and composure can go Authentic (truly – when they say 1308 they together. Their RMB58 bibimbap lunch > Daily 11:30am-2:30pm, 6pm-11:30pm. 1 Sanlitun mean it) displays of armour and brewing Beixiaojie, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯北小街1号 (8454 4508) is an absolute bargain. kits draw regular evening crowds for the > Daily 11am-10pm, Sat and Sun until superb pork knuckle and heavy-duty helles Bene ¥ * 9.30pm; 5/F, LG Twin Towers (East Tower), 12 (pale lager), wheat and dark beer (brewed Chef Ricci will have you singing like a sopra- Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区建 on-site). 国门外大街乙12号双子座大厦东塔5层 (5109 no with his pork ravioli and prize-winning > Daily 11am-2am. 1/F, Bldg 5, China View, Gongti 6036/6037) see www.thatsmags.com for other tiramisu. Excellent set menus (RMB588) and Donglu, Chaoyang 朝阳区工体东路中国红街5号楼1 locations) extensive wine selection. 层(6503 5555) > Daily 11am-2.30pm, 5.30-10.30pm. Sheraton South-East Asian Beijing Dongcheng, 36 Northeast Third Ring Road, Hacker-Pschorr Brauhaus Dongcheng District 东城区北三环东路36号(5798 8995) If you’re looking for authentic German 4Corners (Vietnamese, Fusion) fare and, most importantly, German-style BOCCA DELLA VERITA¥ The definitive hutong bar/restaurant? Chef beer, then you can’t go wrong with Hacker- The go to curry house among Beijing’s Good-value homestyle Italian is the order Jun Trinh took a break from his celebrity TV Pschorr Brauhaus. Made from centuries-old homesick Indian community, this ever of the day at this little-known spot in work to host this part-Vietnamese venue, recipes – and in accordance with the 1516 popular no-nonsense restaurant has built Beixinqiao. serving up steaming bowls of pho with

74 | AUGUST 2017 | WWW.THATSMAGS.COM LISTINGS zesty, fresh rolls, as well as a great bar, with started out in Wudaokou and it’s 40) with intriguing flavors – their Sichuan find this neighbourhood drinking hole-in- frequent live indie performances. since made a successful migration to peppercorn ale was memorably good. the brick-wall faux dive bar either cliquey > Tue-Sun 11am-2am, 27 Dashibei Hutong (near Chaoyang. Great range of veggie fare, Reservations used to be recommended or inclusive. The heavy-duty cocktails west end of Yandai Xiejie), Xicheng 西城区大石碑胡 reasonably priced and they offer cook- for their original hutong brewhouse, but (including the devastatingly boozy RMB80 同27号烟袋斜街西口附近) (6401 7797) ing classes as well. the opening of a wildly popular new pub Terminator) are probably needed for the > Daily 10am-10pm; 19 Rm 0260, 2/F, Bldg D, on Xinzhong Lu has shifted most drinkers bizarre Wednesday pub quiz. Cafe Sambal (Malaysian) Chaowai SOHO, 6B Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, there instead. > Daily 4pm-late. Unit 2-11, Bldg 2, Tianzhi Jiaozi, 31 When it comes to Malay-style food in a Chaoyang 朝阳门外大街乙6朝外SOHOD座2层 > Gulou: 5pm-late, Tue-Fri, 2pm-late Sat-Sun 2-10pm, Guangqu Lu (northeast corner of Shuangjing Qiao), hutong, nowhere does it better. Admittedly, 0260 (5900 1288)(see www.online.thatsmags. 6 DouJiao Hutong, Dongcheng 东城区豆角胡同6号 Chaoyang 朝阳区双井桥东北角广渠路31号院天之骄子 it’s something of a niche category, but then com for details) (5717 1399) ; Sanlitun: Daily 11:30am-2pm; Sun-Thu 2号楼底商2-11 (134 2616 6677) so is the food on offer. The spicy Kapitan- Veggie Table (Western, Asian) * 5pm-midnight, Fri /Sat 5pm-1am, B12 Xinzhong Street 新中街乙12号 (6416 6887, www.greatleap- The Irish Volunteer style chicken is pricey, but worth it. Proving that Beijing-style vegetarian cuisine > Daily 11am-midnight. 43 Doufuchi Hutong (just Everything – from the red-faced owner to is by no means the exclusive preserve of brewing.com) east of Jiugulou Dajie), Xicheng 西城区豆腐池胡同43 the grub – is authentically Irish: tinged Buddhist monks and soppy Jack Johnson 号旧鼓楼大街往东走(6400 4875) Heaven Supermarket with alcoholism, doggerel and drunken fans, this superbly honed eatery offers some A purgatory of bottles, bongs and bedrag- regret. A good place to down a pint and a of the very best sandwiches – vegetarian or Purple Haze (Thai) gled English teachers, Heaven sells the pizza before heading into town, then. otherwise – found anywhere in the city. Given Beijing’s lack of white sand beaches > Daily 9pm-2am. 311 Jiangtai Lu (opposite Lido > Daily 10.30am-11.30pm (last order 10.30pm); 19 cheapest alcoholic takeaways in town. You and backpacker bars, Purple Haze has to can also hang around and appreciate the Hotel East Gate), Chaoyang 朝阳区将台路311 make do for the best Thai experience in Wudaoying Hutong, Dongcheng 东城区五道营胡同 19号 (6446 2073) afterlife (clientele) if you want. Caveat: the 号 (6438 5581) town. Has all the classics like veggie spring food is straight from Hell’s own kitchen. rolls (RMB40), papaya salad (RMB46) and > Daily 11-4am. 14 Xindong Lu (next to The James The Tree curries (RMB44-180) – but our pick’s the Joyce), Chaoyang 朝阳区新东路14号 (6415 6513) A cozy stalwart of the Beijing bar scene, seafood pad Thai (RMB45). BARS you’ll find wood-fired comfort pizza, beer > Daily 11am-11pm, 55 Xingfu Yicun, Chaoyang 朝 Hidden Lounge * aplenty and a hearty, mature atmosphere. 阳区幸福一村55号 (6413 0899) TOP 40 BARS AND CLUBS Although frustrating to find, Hidden Has two neighborhood offshoots: By the About This guide represents our editors’ Lounge rewards the intrepid with good art- Tree (brickwork, pool, old man’s pub) and Greyhound Café (Modern Thai/Fusion) top 40 picks, and includes some That’s work and comfortable seating, suggesting Nearby the Tree (live music, two floors). Greyhound Café originated in Bangkok of- Beijing advertisers. Bars rated(*) have a Kasbah, plus well-made drinks at great > Daily noon-2am. 100m west of Sanlitun Bar Street, fering Thai food with a twist and served in been personally reviewed by our experts, prices (wine from RMB100 a bottle, mix Youyi Youth Hostel, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯酒吧街往 a fashionable surrounds. Perfect for Taikoo drinks from RMB25). You’ll probably have 西100米友谊旅馆后面三里屯医院东面 (6415 1954) Li Sanlitun then. and scored according to the cuisine, experience and affordability. to call them to find it, though. > Daily 11am-11pm, S1-30B, Building 1, Sanlitun > Daily 6pm-1am. Room 101, Bldg 8, CBD Apartments, Slow Boat Brewery Taproom ** Road 19, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路19号1号楼 S1-30B Shuanghuayuan Nanli Erqu, Chaoyang 朝阳区双花园 This popular microbrewery has its own (6416 3439)> Additional branch in Shin Kong Place 南里二区CBD公寓8号楼101屋 (8772 1613) pub hidden away in Dongcheng’s hutongs. (see online.thatsmags.com for details) Arrow Factory The newest craft beer taproom on the Quality ales that change depending on Jane’s & Hooch ¥ * the season, heated floors and a great little Nyonya Kitchen (Malaysian, Nyonya) block, Arrow Factory is a rustic hideaway brimming with good Anglo-Scandinavian Acclaimed by some foreign press as one kitchen round out the deal. vibes (courtesy of the brew-masters) and of the best bars in the world (cough), this > Mon Closed, Tues-Wed: 5pm-midnight, Thu 5pm- the brand’s distinctive Chinese brewed ales. not-so-plain Jane has been at the vanguard 1am, Fri 5pm-late, Sat 2pm-late, Sun 2-10pm; 56 of the South Sanlitun gentrification. It Dongsi Batiao, Dongcheng 东城区东四八条56号 A winning combination (6538 5537) > 38 Jianchang Hutong, Dongcheng District 东城区箭 serves RMB60-80 measures of your favorite 厂胡同38号(6407 6308) Prohibiotion-era hooches in a fanstastic speakeasy atmosphere, with attentive staff Glen ¥ Experiences can vary at Glen (we’ve 8-Bit and unimpeachable cocktails. endured poor service and drinks that are Drinking alongside multiplayer retro gam- > Daily 8pm-2am, Courtyard 4 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang scandalous at the price), which is located in ing – why didn’t anyone do this sooner? 朝阳区工体北路4号院 ( 6503 2757) a decidedly downbeat compound. But whis- Megadrive, Super Nintendo, N64... some ky lovers have been known to swear by its real gems make up an ever-growing col- Jing-A Taproom ** selections and dark, intimate atmosphere. lection. Draft Kirin goes for a reasonable In just a few years, these guys developed See for yourself. RMB25 a glass. from shady guerrilla brewers to upstanding >Daily 6.30pm-2am. 203, 2/F, Taiyue Suites Hotel > Daily 1pm-2am; 13 Beiluoguxiang, Dongcheng 东 publicans with their own range of souvenir Beijing, 16 Nansanlitun Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区南三里屯城区北锣鼓巷13号 (159 1025 6538) T-shirts. Their bar is a peach: a bricks-and- mortar taproom, which is large, warm and 路16号泰悦豪庭2楼203室 (6591 1191) BBC (Bottle, Boot & Cigar) sociable, and has up to 16 different beers The brainchild of local spirits professional on tap. Glen Classic ¥ This chain specializes in Nyonya style cook- Douglas Williams, this bar provides the > Building B, 1949 The Hidden City, Courtyard 4, Tucked away in the grounds of Face hotel, ing – ostensibly Malaysian but with a mix discerning Beijing drinker with a peerless Gongti Bei Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区工体北路4号院 Glen Classic is a Japanese-owned whisky of Chinese, South-East Asian and European selection of liquor for sale, cocktails and bar where discerning drinkers can sink influences resulting in lots of bold flavors coming soon, shoe shines, cigars and Mao Mao Chong ** into an arm-chair, glass in hand, and while and bright colors. straight-razor shaves. The cocktails at Mao’s – such as their away the hours. Huge range of whiskies > CBD: EB105, B1/F, China World Mall Phase > 1pm-late. 1 Taipingzhuang Nanli (At Xingfucun, sublime ‘Mala’ Mule, a Sichuan peppercorn- and rums are personally selected by expert 1, 1 Jianguomen Wai, Chaoyang 朝阳区建国门 between Frost: Coffee, Nails & Cocktails and Commix infused vodka drink that’s a long way from owner Daiki Kanetaka – let him recommend 外大街1号国贸商城一期地下一层EB105 (6505 Bar), Chaoyang 朝阳区太平庄南里1号 (1861 405 7407, Moscow – are unique infusions using you something special. 0376); Taiyanggong: Unit 10-11, 4/F, CapitaMall www.bbcbeijing.com) local ingredients and know-how. Grungey > Mon-Sat, 7pm-2am, reservation required, Taiyanggong, Chaoyang 朝阳区凯德Mall太阳宫4层 without being grimey, Mao’s eschews flash minimum spend RMB200, Face Hotel Courtyard, 26 10/11号 (8415 0863,www.nyonyakitchen.com) Capital Spirits while still keeping it real. And those pizzas. Dongcaoyuan, Chaoyang 朝阳区工体南路东草园26 号 A team of non-China natives doing a baijiu > 12 Banchang Hutong, Jiaodaokou, Dongcheng 东 (6551 6788) Malacca Legend bar? Brave and, luckily, brilliant. Lovely 城区交道口南大街板厂胡同12号 (6405 5718, www. Trouble Bar Malaysian food with a view, this spacious hutong setting, friendly owners and great maomaochongbeijing.com) and airy restaurant sits on the banks of bottle collection. Beijing’s leading venue for imported craft Shunyi’s Roma Lake and at a new unit in > Tue-Sun 8pm-late; 3 Da Ju Hutong, Dongcheng 东城 Mesh ¥ beers. Stocks a large draft selection and the heart of the city at The Place, making a 区大菊胡同3号 (6409 3319; www.capitalspirits.com) Whether it’s an early evening cocktail or a an even larger selection of bottles. Also great spot for their beef rendang or green late-night infusion, Mesh’s moody interior does a nice line in creative cocktails, if curry prawns. China Bar ¥¥ and underground soundtrack draws the brews aren’t your thing. Conveniently > Daily 11am-10pm; 6 Roma Lake: 6 Luodong Lu, Top views from the 65th floor and flash bright young things (and on LGBT Thurs- located next to Gung-Ho, hosts a full-sized Luogezhuang Village, Hoshayu Town, Shunyi 顺义 drinks are the attractions on offer at this days, quite a few old things, too). foos-ball table, darts, and plenty of TV’s to 区后沙峪镇罗各庄村罗马湖东北三路6号C院 (8049 hip hotel bar. > Daily 5pm-1am. Building 1, 11 Sanlitun Lu, accommodate any event, meetings, and 8902); Signature: Shop L203, 2/F, The Place, 9 > Sun-Thu 5pm-1am, Fri-Sat 5pm-2am. 65/F, Park Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯路11号院1号楼 (6417 6688) gatherings. Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区光华路9号世贸天阶2 Hyatt, 2 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区建国 > 2-101, China View Building, 2B Gongti Donglu, 层L203 (6587 1393) Chaoyang (Next To Gung-Ho) 朝阳区工人体育场东门外大街2号柏悦酒店65层 (8567 1838/40) Maggie’s ¥ A notorious sausage fest (we refer, of 路乙2号中国红街2-101叫板比萨隔壁 (8590 0390, Singapore Seafood [email protected], www.trouble.bar) > China World Shopping Mall Branch: Daily 11am- Daily Routine 日常生活 course, to the hot-dog stand outside), 10pm, NL4010, North Area of China World Shopping This cozy bar is a diamond in the rough. Maggie’s has been providing its special Mall, 1 Jianguomen Wai Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区建国 Owner Travis is a cocktail aficionado, and comforts for so long, it’s practically a time- 10 Best Livehouses 门外大街1号国贸商城北区NL4010 (8595 0251/8595 the drinks at this establishment change sea- honored Beijing brand – although it’s also a 0361); Parview Green Branch: Daily 11am-10.30pm, sonally according to ingredient availability. bastion of Mongolian culture. School Bar 学校酒吧 * 1/F, Tower C, Parkview Green, 9 Dongdaqiao Lu, Light cafe fare is available during the day. > Sun-Thur 8pm-4am, Fri-Sat 8pm-5am, Ritan Park Crap drinks and regular, unscheduled Chaoyang 朝阳区东大桥路9号侨福芳草地购物中心C > Daily 11am-11pm. 34 Wudaoying Hutong, South Gate, Chaoyang District 朝阳区日坛公园南 fights: no wonder the cool kids adore this 座1层(东大桥地铁站) ( 8518 8811) Dongcheng 东城区五道营胡同34号 (8400 1159) 门 (8562 8142) alternative livehouse/ DJ bar, founded by Beijing and Shanghai rock n’ rollers. Susu (Vietnamese) El Nido * Parlor > Daily 8pm-late. 53 Wudaoying Hutong, Chaoyang The first step is finding it. Follow that up The first hutong hang-out to patent the Learn a few quotes from Gatsby before 朝阳区五道营胡同53号 (6402 8881, 6406 9947) with a dreamlike renovated courtyard, ex- fridge-full-of-cheap-imports formula, El heading to this 20s Shanghai-style speak- tensive wine list and a listing of top-notch Nido inspires a loyal following, particularly easy and you’ll fit right in. Jianghu 江湖酒吧 Vietnamese curries, banh mi sandwiches, in summer. The roast leg of mutton place > Daily 6pm-2am, 39-8 Xingfuercun, Chaoyang 朝阳区 This former Qing Dynasty courtyard home stews, soups and la Vong fish. next door is one of the best locally. 新东路幸福二村39-8 (8444 4135) is exactly where you’d take that friend from > Tue- Sun 11.30am-11pm; 10 Qianliang Hutong > Daily 6pm-late, 59 Fangjia Hutong, Dongcheng 东 out of town to prove you’re cool. Its cozy Xixiang, Dongcheng 东城区钱粮胡同西巷10号城区方家胡同50号(158 1038 2089) Mai Bar * atmosphere is also its downfall – any show (8400 2699) Understated hutong hideaway with a long with under 40 people and you’re stuck First Floor list of some of the best cocktails in town. looking through the windows. Hip and Vegetarian First Floor is like that friend who’s too > Daily 5pm-late, 40 Beiluoguxiang, Dongcheng 东城 casually familiar, the jazz and folk bookings popular to properly enjoy their company. 区北锣鼓巷40号 (6406 1871) keep things low-key enough for the get- Lotus 莲花空间 At weekends, it gets aggressively full, with home-for-the-babysitter crowd. > China World Shopping Mall Branch: NL4006, North regulars and the passing tourist trade all Revolution * > 7 Dongmianhua Hutong, Jiaodaokou Nan Dajie, Area of China World Shopping Mall, 1 Jianguomen Sanlitun doesnt really do hipster bars but Dongcheng 东城区交道口南大街东棉花胡同7号 (6401 Wai Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸商 baying at the bar. A good place to meet new friends, perhaps. if it did, this cramped ode to Maomorabilia 5269, site.douban.com/jianghujiubar, jincanzh@ 城北区NL4006 (8527 4868); Financial Street Branch: would be it. The East may be red but their gmail.com) Daily 11am-9pm, L220, 2/F, Seasons Place Mall, 2 > Daily, 4pm-late, Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯北小街 (6413 0587, first.floorbeijing.com) cocktails (RMB45) are fit for a Chairman. Jinchengfang Jie, Xicheng 西城区金城坊街2号金融街 Dusk Dawn Club (DDC) 黄昏黎明俱乐部购物中心2层东侧L220 (6622 0515) > Daily, 12pm-late, west of Yashow, Gongti Bei Lu, 朝 Great Leap Brewing 大跃啤酒 ¥ * 阳区工体北路雅秀市场西侧 (6415 8776) Great little livehouse near Meishuguan with a focus on jazz, folk and indie rock. Tianchu Maoxiang (Asian) The bar that began the whole Beijing mi- Craft beer and whisky means you won’t get Like many arrivals to Beijing, this place crobrewing frenzy (yes, frenzy) specializes The Brick in idiosyncratic, local-style brews (RMB25- A Cheers-style atmosphere ensures you’ll bored of the drinks list quickly.

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> Tue-Sun 1pm-2am; 14 Shanlao Hutong, > Thurs-Sat 9pm-6.30am. 100m north of Worker’s offers classes designed to tone and whip Carrefour Siyuanqiao store: Daily 10am-10pm, Dongcheng 东城区美术馆后街山老胡同14号 (6407 Stadium West Gate, Chaoyang 朝阳区工人体育场西 you into shape fast. It also provides a Shop 08, 3/F, Carrefour Siyuanqiao store,Yiju Lu, 8969) 门向北100米 (139 119 77989) personalized experience for all its students, Chaoyang 朝阳区四元桥家乐福购物中心3层08号 regardless of fitness, strength and (647 71889) Hot Cat Club 热力猫 MIX flexibility levels. A true stalwart of the Beijing scene, Hot A bit like a trip to the Forbidden City, Mix > Daily, 7.30, late. 5/F at Heavenly Spa by Westin, 1 Cat is the type of hard-working venue that is one of those places in Beijing you have Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang 朝阳区新源南路1号威斯汀 HAIR SALONS helps cement a city’s music scene. to experience before you leave. Not much 酒店五层 ( 139 1029 0260, www.alonapilates.com) > Daily 10am-late, 46 Fangjia Hutong (just south is forbidden in this underground hip-hop Laurent Falcon of Guozijian Jie), Dongcheng 东城区方家胡同46号 disco palace and if you don’t leave with Narcisse Beauty Brands Encompassed (6400 7868) hook-up in tow then you’re doing some- One of a kind! A 600 m2 brand-new concept thing very wrong. The Post Mountain 后山 of beauty salon——Narcisse, encompassed > Daily 8pm-6am, Inside Worker’s Stadium North Built into a man-made hill in the center of with professional brands on skincare, the MOMA Complex, this new addition to Gate, Chaoyang 朝阳区工人体育场北门内 (6506 9888, 6530 2889, 150 1138 2219, [email protected]) manicure and hair removal. Not only can Beijing’s growing livehouse empire is The we guarantee to give you the highest qual- Hobbit meets Manhattan. With as much The Bar at Migas * ity of products and treatments, but also an vibe as a sterile modern-art gallery. Its A place to dance and prowl, perhaps, rather impressive one-stop beauty experience. imported sound system and ramped floor than a drinks destination, TBAM, as no one Brands inside Narcisse： makes for decent sound and sightlines. calls it, focuses on upscale local DJs to get > Bldg T8, MOMA, 1 Xiangheyuan Lu, Youngfo: Facial Cleansing Center the party started. Good-enough cocktails Dongzhimenwai, Dongcheng (next to MOMA Clean Out What’s Deeply Buried In Your Skin Cinemateque) 东城区东直门外香河园路1号当代 range from RM55-70 but mostly it’s about the music, man. 10+10: Minimal-Design Nail MOMA园区T8楼北百老汇电影中心北侧 (8400 4774) Chic Workaholic’s Luv! > Sunday to Wednesday 6pm-2am, Thursday to Friday Edelweiss: Laser Hair Removal Temple 坛 * 6pm-late. 6/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang Probably the manliest venue in town, this District 朝阳区三里屯路81号 (5208-6061) Latest Technology, Safe&Permanent dimly lit and unventilated space is owned Vics Deep Facial Cleaning- 880rmb/once by rockers (Gao Xu, Gao Jian and Clement > 10.30am-10.30pm, Bldg. 1,No.6 West Fangyuan Separated at birth from its identical twin Burger) and known for late sets of hard rd, Chaoyang (inside Narcisse Beauty Brands brother, Mix, this is the definition of Gongti rock, punk and ska, with weekend gigs Encompassed)朝阳区芳园西路6号院1号楼水仙美容品 sweatbox meat-market chic at its very and DJ sets every fortnight. 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The swanky cocktails from RMB65 with 360-de- and IPL permanent hair removal treatment upstairs bar area is a refuge from the sweat gree views of the 700AQI PM2.5. is also proving popular and effective. > Mon-Fri noon-2am, Sat and Sun noon-4am. 80/F, glands below. > Daily, 10am-8.30pm, Rm301, Building China World Summit Wing, 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, > Daily 7pm-late. 3-2 Zhangzizhong Lu (100m west B,Sunshine100 International Apartment, Guanghua Chaoyang 朝阳区建国门外大街1号北京国贸大酒店80 of Zhangzizhong Lu subway station), Dongcheng 东 Donglu, Chaoyang 朝阳区光华东路2号阳光100国际城区张自忠路3-2号(6404 2711） (6505 2299 ext. 6433) As China’s first REAL French hair salon we 公寓B座301室 (5100 0556 / 0557, www.daisysbeau- promise each and every one of our tysalon.com) Sports Bars Centro ¥ customers that we’ll treat your hair like it’s Although it’s no longer quite the go-to Beijing Hikers our own. We use only the finest imported The Local * place for beautiful people it once was, Cen- Want to experience the wild, unrestored products to guarantee that your experience Formerly Brussels, this beery bar has come tro still draws a cute crowd with its nightly Great Wall, away from the tourist masses? with us is as relaxing and professional as into its own, with large (yet strangely jazz performaces, spacious and recently Or do you just want to get out of the city possible. Come in and meet our specialist unobtrusive) screenings of sports and renovated lounge areas and classic drinks for some exercise? Beijing Hikers offers stylist and visit our facilities. Your hair political events, a pub quiz, quality fare and like the blue-cheese martini. hikes in the countryside of Beijing every deserves a true touch of French a nice selection of draughts and cocktails. > Open 24 hours. 1/F, Kerry Hotel, 1 Guanghua week all year round. Hikes for all fitness lev- sophistication. Man cut 115RMB up; Try the Bourbon Street Ice Tea – you won’t Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区光华路1号北京嘉里大饭店1层 Women cut 165RMB up; Color 500RMB up; (6561 8833) els! Regular hikes are priced from RMB380, need another. with discounts for members. Cost includes Highlight 610RMB up. > SanLiTun salon: No.43 Building, SanLiTun Beijie > Daily 11-2am. 4 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区工 hiking guide, transportation, tickets, food 体北路4号院 (6591 9525) MEI South, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯北街南43号楼 One of the livelier hotel bars in town, and water. We’ve also got adventures all (6409 4243, 1350 137 2971); GuoMao Salon: over China. Paddy O’Shea’s * MEI has a nightly band, serves creatively 209, 2/F, Phase 3 China World Shopping Mall, > For more information, visit www.beijinghikers.com An entire Irish-themed pub, which could delicious cocktails and overlooks the CCTV Chaoyang 朝阳区建国门外大街1号国贸商城北 easily been trasnsported, untouched, from ‘trousers.’ Don’t leave without trying the Shang Xia 区3L209(8535 1002, 1314 667 9913)Catherine a back alley in Limerick and gently depos- frightfully delicious Panjiayuan Bramble. >L118 & 119, L1 China World Mall, China World de France ited in central Beijing. With plenty going Mon-Wed 6pm-2am, Thu-Sat 6pm-3am, Sun 5pm- Trade Center 1, Jianguomen Waidajie, Chaoyang 朝 Catherine de France on, including pub quiz and sports. midnight; 5F Rosewood Beijing, Jing Guang Centre, 阳区建国门外大街1号中国国际贸易中心国贸商城1楼 Awarded best expat salon in 2014/ 2015, > Dongzhimen: Daily 10am-late, 28 Dongzhimen- Hujialou, Chaoyang District朝阳区呼家楼一号京广中 L118 & 119 (6505 3446) wai Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区东直门外大街28号 (6592 心北京瑰丽酒店3层 (6536 0083) with a trained team of international and 6290); Sanlitun: 2/F, Tongli Studio, Sanlitun Back Lily Nails local stylists, colorists and beauticians, this Street 三里屯北路43号同里二层 (6415 0299) O’Bar salon welcomes all ages and budgets in With both a fantastic cocktail menu and a modern and relaxed atmosphere for a V Sports one of the finest terraces in the city, NUO wide range of hair and beauty treatments, Spacious, comfortable, huge screens and Hotel’s O’Bar is a sure bet for classy evening include manicure, pedicure and waxing. no rowdy drunken cretins, V Sports makes drinks in the city. Wella, SP, INOA, TIGI a claim for the champion of Beijing sports >Sun-Thr:6pm-1am;Fri-Sat:6pm-2am;2 Jiangtai Language: French, English, Spanish, Chi- bars. Lu,Chaoyang朝阳区将台路甲2号(5926 8888) nese, Russian. > Daily 5.30pm-6am, Gongti North Gate East side, > East Avenue BLD Ground Floor, No.10 Xindong Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区工体北门内东侧 (5293 0333) Xian 仙 Chaoyang 朝阳区新东路10号逸盛阁首层(8442 5120, Bold multi – element bar Xian on the 135 2147 3492, [email protected], Nightclubs ground floor mixes a pub, whiskey bar, live Wechat: CDFSalon, www.catherinedefrance.com) music venue and games room into one Chocolate vibrant entertainment hotspot. Blow+Bar It’s impossible to discuss Chocolate without >Daily 5pm-2am, 1/F, EAST Beijing, 22 Jiuxianqiao This salon is equipped with more than mentioning gold leaf, dwarves, cabaret Lu,Chaoyang 朝阳区酒仙桥路22号东隅酒店1层 shampoo – the team here provides dancers and oddly-friendly Russian women. (8414 9810) haircuts, dye, updos, hair treatments and Timed right, a visit can be raucous fun, with more. With prices for almost everything bottles of spirits from around RMB200, listed under RMB1,000, Blow+ is a haven of cocktails under RMB50 (including the BEAUTY & FITNESS A long-time favorite among locals and reasonably priced good taste in Sanlitun’s absinthe-based Flaming Armageddon) and 3.3 Mall. They have champagne and a well- regular floor shows. Black Golden Tanning Studio expats alike, Lily Nails is much more than a nail spa; they eyelash services, of pamper- stocked bar, so bring your friends and make > Daily 7pm-6am. 19 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区日古铜日晒中心 a night of it. 坛北路19号 (8561 3988) Beijing is hardly the best place to pick up ing treatments and waxing too. a natural tan. When it finally reaches the >3.3 Flagship store: Daily 11am-11pm, Shop >3/F 3.3 Mall, 33 Sanlitun Lu, Sanlitun, Chaoyang朝 Dada * warm summer, the sun’s rays struggle 5009, 5/F, 3.3 Fashion Plaza, Sanlitun, Chaoyang 阳区三里屯路33号3.3服3/F (for appointments, call It hasn’t been on the Beijing scene for to penetrate the smog. Thankfully, Black 朝阳区三里屯3.3大厦5层5009号(5136 5919); 3.3 5136 5432) too long, but already Dada is the hippest Golden Tanning Studio is on hand to give Star store: Daily 11am-11pm, Shop 2049, 2/F, 3.3 Fashion Plaza, Sanlitun, Chaoyang 朝阳区三里屯 Sport hangout in town. Their cosy Gulou confines you that golden glow with its quick, safe 3.3大厦2层2049号(5136 5829); Yashow shopping under rock house Temple offer an intimate and effective technology. With a member- mall: Daily 10am-10pm, Shop 22, 4/F, Yashow California Fitness Beijing Club place to nod along to an eclectic range of ship card, enjoy a 50-minute session for shopping Mall, Sanlitun, Chaoyang 朝阳区三 California Fitness Beijing’s Group X program all things electro from the best names on RMB400 and come away with natural, 里屯雅秀购物中心4层22号(6416 6441); Shimao is among the best in the region, and with the underground scene. healthy-looking color. store: Daily 10am-10pm, Shop E301, 3/F, ShiMao membership you have access to over 150 > Daily 9pm-late, Rm 101, Bldg B, 206 Gulou Dong > Sanlitun: 11am-9pm, 2/f, Bldg 3, Sanlitun SOHO, shopping center, Sanlitun, Chaoyang 朝阳区 weekly Group X classes and a team of Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区鼓楼东大街206号B栋101室 Gongti Bei Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区工体北路三里屯Soho3 三里屯工体北路世茂购物中心3层E-301号(8590 professional personal trainers in Asia. Your (183 1108 0818) 号楼2层217 (5785 3711, [email protected]); 0569 ); Ginza store: Daily 10am-10pm, Shop B1- membership also includes free towel usage Wangjing: 11am-9pm, Rm T5, 3/F, BOTAI International 11H, Ginza Mall, Dongzhimen, Dongcheng 东 and a fitness assessment. Building, 36 Guangshun Bei Dajie, Chaoyang 朝阳 Lantern * 城区东直门东方银座Mall B1-11H号(8447 7178) >South Tower, L4, 9 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang (4008 区望京广顺北大街36号博泰国际商业广场3层T—5 Founded by now-defunct Acupuncture ; CapitaMall Crystal store: Daily 10am-10pm, 100-988,www,californiafitness.com) Records, Lantern is a beacon of light in the (8472 2855) Shop B1-09,CapitaMall Crystal, Haidian 海淀区复 strip of truly ghastly nightclubs and bars 兴路51号凯德晶品购物中心B1-09号(8819 7078); Cycle China Inc. 北京非常之旅 Alona Pilates Studio CapitaMall Wangjing store: Daily 10am-10pm, known as ‘Gongti.’ Serious about its music, Cycle China provides organized cycling and Pairing up traditional Pilates with an in- Shop K01, 2/F, CapitaMall Wangjing store, it also makes good drinks and attracts hiking tours in and aroundBeijing as well international electronica DJs. novative, full-body workout, Alona Pilates Guangshun Beidajie, Chaoyang 朝阳区广顺北大街凯德望京购物中心2层02-K1(5602 0736) ; as longer tours throughout China. Some

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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 Fangjia cage. We’re sorry you lost your key – immerse yourself in something that and actively repress any thoughts and Hutong 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, do not eat from the spicy half of and you will find at least seven why. Like the NBA, or Shanghai. and 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 Be tolerant of all beliefs. Some Your favorite bar, restaurant or chuan’r Whatever day it is that you’re reading Beijing in its bathroom, which is where believe Tiger is better than Tsingtao, closed and is gone. How hard it is, this, Pisces, you will remember you are right now. You didn’t even and while that is repulsive, keep an having to find another place to eat forever. For after you finish reading need to go. You’re just avoiding work open mind. Our differences are what in Beijing, where every other tiny this magazine and use it as a mat again. Sort of like how we’re avoiding make us beautiful. storefront has a binder-sized food for your dog to poop on, a terrible real work by writing these garbage menu and brick walls with diners calamity shall befall you. That's horoscopes. No effort at all. Squad. behind them. Rough times for you. karma. That's Beijing 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 Beijing. Life is a roller coaster – one of the Your wardrobe needs an upgrade. Beats every day? Do you think it’s terrifying ones at Happy Valley. Use The Beijing Bikini will only last you 2011? The part of Yashow you bought this knowledge to come to terms with another month, and then you’ll need them from isn’t even open anymore. your own urgent, panicky lifestyle. to find a shirt capable of covering Upgrade to a pair of those Bose It’s not you, Gemini, it’s the coaster your belly. Try out a Guo'an jersey, or noise-canceling headphones or just inside you. just go to Uniqlo. Wear green on the get earbuds already. 13th for good fortune.

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