Blog Tag - CNY

Take the Subway and See: The Ming Tombs
Want to explore far flung places around Beijing without booking a car or trip just to do so? Hop on the subway! In this continuation of a series we...
Best of Beijing in Readers' Photos: CNY Dragons
Best of Beijing in Photos showcases photos from readers from across Beijing, in hopes of showing the capital as it's seen though different eyes (and...
Take the Subway and See: Fragrant Hills Park
Want to explore far off places over the CNY holiday without having to worry about booking a car or taking a train? Just take the subway! Over the...
Take the Subway and See: the Marco Polo Bridge
Want to explore far off places over the CNY holiday without having to worry about booking a car or taking a train? Just take the subway! Over the...
A Quick Peek at This Year's Temple Fairs in Beijing
In the heart of Beijing’s vibrant cultural tapestry lies a time-honored tradition that beckons families to partake in the joyous festivities of the...
What's Open (or Closed) for the CNY Holiday
If you’re planning to stay in Beijing over the holiday, you’re probably wondering what places for grabbing a drink or a bite are open or closed for...
These Places Are Open (or Closed) for the CNY Holiday
If you’re planning to stay in Beijing over the holiday, you’re probably wondering what places for grabbing a drink or a bite are open or closed for...
Six Super Fun CNY Camps To Keep the Kids Busy
It’s that time of year again, and if you are like most of us parents and need some help getting through all the challenging aspects of winter break,...
CNY Chef: Grilled Miso Wagyu Ribeye from Chef Hunter Ren of Beyond Yakitori
You be the cook this Spring Festival with CNY Chef! Follow a new recipe each day of the holiday courtesy of one of the capital's top chefs. I don’t...
CNY Chef: One Michelin Star Kung Pao Chicken from The Opposite House's Jing Yaa Tang
You be the cook this Spring Festival with CNY Chef! Follow a new recipe every day of the holiday courtesy of one of the capital's top chefs. My...
CNY Chef: Spicy Thai Pork Dumplings by The Hutong's Sophia Du
You be the cook this Spring Festival with CNY Chef! Follow a new recipe every day of the holiday courtesy of one of the capital's top chefs. The...
Where to Celebrate CNY with the Family
Are you ready and raring for the Chinese New Year holiday yet? Thanks to the advent of online learning I know I am! From the prettiest lantern...
Prepping for Preliminary New Year, a Brief Primer on Xiaonian
Today, Jan 25, which this year marks the 23rd day on the last month of the Lunar Calendar, is 小年 Xiǎonián. Roughly translating to Little New Year or...
Monkey, Rat, Tiger... What's Your (Chinese Zodiac) Sign?
Most of us have been asked, “So what’s your sign?” If they’re cute you quip back oh I’m a Taurus, or a Sag – aka Sagittarius. However, if they’re not...
Ushering in CNY With These Kid-Friendly Events & Activities
As expat parents living in China, we definitely want our kids to understand the local culture, at least a little. Chinese New Year is a great time...