Warm Up With Mulled Wine and Holiday Cheer at This Year's Hutong Winter Fayre Tomorrow

With eyeball-freezing Siberian winds, a craving for gallons of mulled wine, and the nagging stress that only gift shopping can bring, it must mean that Christmas is just around the corner. Luckily for us, The Hutong Winter Fayre has heard your cries and will take you in its warm bosom tomorrow, Saturday, Dec 12 at 11am-4pm. The perfect panacea for all that ails you, this beloved annual Fayre sees shoppers huddle together on The Hutong's terrace sipping on steaming cups of spiced wine and browsing some of the finest goods from local sellers.

This year, products on sale include teas, baked goods, and chocolates as well as handmade handicrafts, photography, jewelry, paintings, skincare products, seasonal gifts, and more, meaning that you can both get into the holiday cheer and avoid the potential awkwardness of turning up to Christmas empty-handed.

Meanwhile, notable vendors and organizations will include Beijing Postcards, Naked Nut Butters, Antonia Sampson, Liuba Draws, Jing-A, VSP (aka Velveteen’s Secret Potions for Very Special People), Andy’s Craft Sausages, Hutong’er Pie, and The Bulk House.

But that’s not all, folks! In recognition of the resilience, strength, and support of The Hutong community, members will be treated to a free glass of mulled wine. And if you’re not yet a member, sign up at the Fayre for a free tea towel – plus the mulled wine!

So, climb into your trusted pair of long johns, take a bag to stuff full of presents, and make your way over to the Beixinqiao hutongs for one of the city's longest-running Christmas festivities.

Join The Hutong's Winter Fayre this Saturday, Dec 12 between 11am and 4pm. Entry is free.

Curious what else is on this Christmas? Check out all the events right here

Images courtesy of The Hutong