Living La Vida Local: Movie Quiz Night Rescheduled and Mexican Cooking Class

Tiffany Wang | Jul 13, 2012 10:00 am | Add a comment | 2150 reads

The bad news is, Migrant Children’s Foundation’s Great Big Movie Quiz Night didn’t take place on July 11 as originally planned. The good news is, it’s been rescheduled for July 18, which gives any interested participants even more time to prepare. More details on that below, as well as on Roundabout’s latest new location, a beginner digital photography workshop and a Mexican cooking class at the newly opened Q Mex.

MCF’s latest event at Caffe Camardo (in International Wonderland) has been postponed since their venue is currently undergoing renovations. For anyone confident about their movie knowledge, though, head on over this Wednesday on July 18 at 7pm. Each team is allowed 2-5 members, and the entrance fee is just RMB 40 (includes one free drink, plus great drink deals all evening). And, of course, all proceeds will go towards improving the quality of life for local migrant children.

Seems like Roundabout has trouble staying put, but so far details on their new location sound promising. They won’t be officially celebrating their opening till September 15, but for now, things seem to be up and running. Any donations you have can be dropped off at their new shop. Congratulations to them, and look out for updates on TheBeijinger.com come September.

Although Culture Yard has been hosting photography workshops for some time, The Hutong is bringing them some stiff competition. Those without SLR cameras can rejoice, for this weekend’s class (with Mitchell Masilun, the Beijinger’s very own in-house photographer) focuses on digital photography for beginners. Just come in and be prepared to learn all the functions your camera has to offer. The two-day class runs from 9.30am-5.30pm on both Saturday and Sunday. I’m sure you’ll come out snapping like a pro.

Finally, the much-raved-about and newly opened Q Mex is offering up a nice change from the usual cooking classes we see around town. This workshop’s focus is on Mexican food, taught by their very own executive chef Karla Castillo Reyes. If you’d like to attend, RSVP now at www.qmex.co.

EVENTS (JUL 13-20)

Jul 13
Global Kitchen: Asian Tapas
Learn how to make some tasty tapas, Asian-style. RMB 249, RMB 200 (members). 10.30am-1pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Jul 14
Beginner’s Digital Photography Weekend Workshop
Until Jul 15. Professional photographer Mitchell Masilun will make sure you understand all the functions your camera has to offer. RMB 880 (includes DVD and books), RMB 800 (members). 9.30am-5.30pm.

Chinese Landscape Painting Beginner’s Class
Bring peaceful images of nature to life with this thousand-year art tradition. RMB 160, RMB 500 (4 classes). 10am-noon. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

Chinese Kitchen: Sichuan
Master a variety of popular dishes and sauces. RMB 249, RMB 200 (members). 10am-12.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Cooking Class: Shanxi Noodles
Toss these noodles into shape. RMB 300. 10am-1pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408)

Departing from China with Pets
Everything you need to know about taking your pets overseas. Free. 11am-noon. ICVS (8456 1939/40/41)

Global Kitchen: Pakistani Cuisine
So you can make naan and curries at home. RMB 249, RMB 200 (members). 2-4.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Old Beijing Scavenger Hunt
Teams of four hunt out hidden treasures in “Old Beijing” to win prizes from SnapAdventures. Teams register on SnapAdventures.com. Free. 1pm. 4corners (6401 7797)

Survival Chinese
Gain the vocabulary essential for getting by, from ordering food to bargaining. RMB 200, RMB 600 (advanced payment for 4). 10am-noon. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Tea Lounge: Tea Tasting
Learn the history behind several varieties of tea, and how to taste, brew and select them. RMB 160, RMB 120 (members). 2-4pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Jul 15
Mexican Cooking Class
Familiarize yourself with the ingredients, tastes and techniques of Mexican cooking with executive chef Karla Castillo Reyes. RSVP at www.qmex.co. Price TBD. 3-6pm. Q Mex (5620 3759)

Survival Chinese
Gain the vocabulary essential for getting by, from ordering food to bargaining. RMB 200, RMB 600 (advanced payment for 4). 10am-noon. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Jul 16
Tai Chi Class
What you get when you combine yoga and meditation. RMB 160, RMB 500 (4 classes). 10-11.30am. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

Life Drawing Club
Meet others and draw live models. Beginners welcome. Register at info@thehutong.com. RMB 70, RMB 60 (members). 7.30-9.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Jul 17
Chinese Bird Flower Painting Beginner’s Class
Bring peaceful images of nature to life with this thousand-year art tradition. RMB 160, RMB 500 (4 classes). 7-9pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

INN Coffee Morning – Sanlitun
Meet people who live nearby. Free. 10am-noon .The Bookworm (6586 9507; see Dining directory)

Mahjong Game Night
The best player at each table wins a prize. RMB 25. 8pm-late. Modernista (136 9142 5744; see B&C directory)

Exploring Chinese Social Trends
Improve your topic-based conversational Chinese. RMB 60, RMB 35 (CY students). 7-8.40pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Chinese Corner
Practice your Chinese and make new friends. Free. 1-3pm. Beijing Mandarin School (6508 1026)

Culinary Walking Tour
Create your own Chinese kitchen with the tips you get on seasonal shopping and food combining in this action-packed hour. RMB 100, RMB 80 (members). 9-10.30am. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Jul 18
Chinese Through Media
Discuss a new piece of current events every week. For intermediate to advanced Chinese speakers. First class is free. RMB 500 (4 sessions). 7-9pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Photography Workshop: Composition
Pick up new techniques to maximize your SLR photographs. RMB 35. 7.30-8.30pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

INN Coffee Morning – Chaoyang Park
Meet people who live nearby. RMB 5 (park entrance fee). 10am-noon. Chaoyang Park South Gate Entrance (opposite Palm Springs International Apartments). In the event of rain: The Rug (8550 2722)

Jul 19
Cooking Class: Tofu
Who knew this healthy ingredient was so versatile and delicious? RMB 300. 10am-1pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (136 9147 4408)

Chinese Kitchen: Gourmet Pancakes
Bake and eat Chinese meat pies. RMB 249, RMB 200 (members). 2.30-5pm. The Hutong (64043355)

INN Coffee Morning – Shunyi
Meet people who live nearby. Free. 10am-noon. Starbucks Pinnacle Plaza (8046 4360)

Chinese Corner
Practice your Chinese and make new friends. Free. 1-3pm. Beijing Mandarin School (6508 1026)

Live Zen: Practice & Meditation
Insight into the teachings of Zen Buddhism, with visits from real monks. RMB 150, RMB 480 (4 classes). 7.30-9.30pm. China Culture Center (6432 9341)

Chinese Through Media
Discuss a new piece of current events every week. For intermediate to advanced Chinese speakers. First class is free. RMB 500 (4 sessions). 7-9pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Ongoing
Health Check-Up Promotion
All month. 50 percent off basic health check-ups for both men and women. RMB 550. By appointment only. Beijing 21st Century Hospital (8444 6168)