AVOIDBeijing The Opposite House I had heard that The Opposite House was once hailed as the pinnacle of Beijing's hotel scene. Often staying at The Upper House in Hong Kong,…Mr. ChowSeptember 2, 2023
BeijingBLOW ME awayworth the Flight Sheng Yong Xing (Sanlitun) 晟永兴(三里屯) Started my culinary adventure with lunch at Xin Rong Ji and wrapped it up with dinner at Sheng Yong Xing. Looking back, a thought crossed…Mr. ChowSeptember 1, 2023
BeijingBLOW ME awayworth the Flight Xin Rong Ji (Xinyuan South Road) 新荣记(新源南路) I've been to Xin Rong Ji in Hong Kong, and let me tell you, the Hong Kong version doesn't hold a candle to this one…Mr. ChowAugust 31, 2023
BeijingMMD Aman Summer Palace 頤和園, Summer Palace, I found myself in a spot that's no stranger to the stories told through countless Chinese dramas I devoured in my younger…Mr. ChowAugust 30, 2023
BeijingNot Bad Lao Ge Shao Bing 来个烧饼 烧烧饼 (Shāo Bǐng) – these little baked wonders in the world of Chinese pastries. We went to Lao Ge Shao Bing 来个烧饼 for their infamous…Mr. ChowAugust 28, 2023
BeijingPassé Wang Pang Zi Donkey Burgers 王胖子驴肉火烧 I've had my share of horse meat back in Switzerland, but the stars aligned and it was finally time to take on the donkey game…Mr. ChowAugust 23, 2023
BeijingNot Bad Daxing Hutong Seasoned Millet Mush 大兴胡同面茶 My very first time at trying out 面茶 (Miàn Chá), I actually have never heard of it so I did a little research. Mian Cha…Mr. ChowAugust 21, 2023
BeijingBLOW ME awayworth an Excursion Da Hua Jian Bing 大华煎饼 煎饼 (Jiān Bǐng) is the superstar of Beijings breakfast scene. A beloved morning delight, this savoury pancake or crepe - also known as Jian Bing…Mr. ChowAugust 21, 2023
BeijingBOMB AFworth a Visit Yangdaye Meat In Hot Pot 羊大爷涮肉 Set in what seems like an overly themed restaurant, Yangdaye Meat In Hot Pot 羊大爷涮肉 offers a lot more than what meets the eye. I’ve…Mr. ChowAugust 21, 2023
BeijingNot Bad Da Dong 大董(东方金融中心) Da Dong 大董 is a well-known chain restaurant that offer various types of Peking Duck, and for this occasion, we decided to go with the…Mr. ChowAugust 19, 2023