Easter Feasting: Your Complete (Non-Brunch) Guide to Easter in Beijing

Margaux Schreurs | Mar 21, 2016 1:00 pm | Add a comment | 1968 reads

Easter is coming up, and although the traditional holiday may feel far away in Beijing, there are still plenty of shops that can supply you the goods, or activities to keep you busy. We've collected some of the best events and information around.

BAKED GOODS

Comptoirs de France Easter Goodies
Starting from now, Comptoirs de France is offering some great Easter goodies from cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and of course the popular chocolate bunnies and Easter bells. Prices range from RMB 12 a piece for cookies, to over RMB 200 for cakes. Available while stocks last, and if you're after a bigger cake, you might need to pre-order. Comptoirs de France

Marks & Spencer
Big selection of easter goodies available at a range of prices, including baked goods, easter-themed chocolates, and other limited edition easter fare. Marks & Spencer

ACTIVITIES

Mar 26-27: Moka Bros x Lily Easter Egg Painting Class
This year Moka Bros is hosting Easter egg painting classes together with creative Lily Yang. Make your own Elsa, Olaf or Star Trooper egg. During this workshop Lily Yang will take your on the journey from plain white goose eggs to your very own cute and luxurious piece of Easter art. There'll be two sessions, one at Chaoyang Park (2-3pm), and one at The Place (2-3pm). RSVP here beforehand. RMB 80. Moka Bros

Mar 26: Easter Baking Class with Chef Joachim at the Kempinski
Part of a running series of baking classes, get into Easter with a baking class with the Kempinski's executive pastry chef, Chef Joachim. You'll learn how to bake swiss rice cake, traditional Easter bread, and a chocolate Easter nest. For reservations, call 6465 3388 or email restaurant.beijing@kempinski.com. 3-5pm. RMB 388 per class. Kempinski Hotel

Mar 27: Hutong Egg Hunt
Come hunt for over 200 eggs organized by the Breathing Space, including goodie bags for everyone and a Laser Egg grand prize. There will be coffee, tea, and snacks after you've explored every nook and cranny, as well as face-painting, an egg relay, hop scotch, and more family-friendly activities! Make sure you RSVP here. 2-5pm. Free. The Breathing Space Courtyard

OVERNIGHT STAYS

Mar 26: Easter Sleepover Package at The Great Wall
Get out to enjoy the fresh mountain air and watch buds grow and bloom overnight. The Brickyard at Mutianyu is offering a special rate of RMB 2,488 for the night. Includes private transfers from/to Beijing for two people, a superior queen Great Wall view room, and their lavish Easter Brunch for two at The Brickyard on Sunday 27 March. Call 6162 6506 to book or email info@brickyardatmutianyu.com. RMB 2,488. The Brickyard at Mutianyu

What more? You can see all our 2016 Easter listings here.

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