Blog Category - Chinese Culture

What Does it All Mean?: Dream Interpretation in China
Interpreting the symbolic meaning of dreams is an ancient tradition in China.
Doors to the Past: Visit These 9 Ancient Beijing Gates
Nine of Beijing's ancient city gates remain – how many have you been to?
Solar Terms 101: Guyu, The Rain For The Crops And The End of The Spring
Guyu is the perfect example of how the solar term system was originally designed for the traditional Chinese agricultural system.
No, You Are Forbidden From Working Here Unless You Have A Master's Degree!
In fact, did you know that more than half of the staff who work there at least hold a master's degree or above?
3 Tips To Get Over Holiday Blues In Beijing
If you feel like the holiday blues are getting to you, here are some tips a Beijinger like me uses to deal with the common post-holiday syndrome.
Mandarin Monday Get Ready for Qingming with These Classic Poems
Two classic Chinese poems about the Qingming Festival
Burning Paper Like There's No Tomorrow
What's with all the street fires?
Why Are Beijingers Losing Sleep?
Studies show Beijingers aren't getting enough sleep.
Spring Equinox: Traditions and A Healthy Diet
Bonus spring roll recipe inside!
Mandarin Monday: Spring Poetry to Celebrate World Poetry Day
Celebrate World Poetry Day and the Spring Equinox with these five Ancient Chinese poems about spring.
Chinese Cookbook: Simple and Flavorsome Stir-Fried Chinese Courgette With Egg
In Chinese cuisine, the humble vegetable is regularly elevated to higher heights.
Mi Restaurant, A Mysterious Land of Fusion Foods
If anything, it truly lives up to its name and magically transports me back to some of my most memorable dining experiences.
The Crazy World of Livestreaming in China
If you have lived in China for a while, chances are you've heard the word zhibo tossed around.
Chinese Parents Becoming Matchmakers for Their Kids
Once upon a time in China, marriage was the norm for most adults once they reached a certain age.
Beijing Pops: Director Zhangyimou's Wife Went Public About Overwhelming Olympic Pressure
The Chinese director's wife took to social media with worries about her husband's health.