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Oct 29, 2024

Capital Caff: Two Coffee Shops and a Museum

Don't talk to me until I've read Capital Caff – your guide to the latest in coffee happenings around Beijing.

Oct 29, 2024

A Fascinating Peek: Behind the Scenes of the Chinese Movie Industry

American photographer Mark Parascandola gives us a privileged view from his lens

Oct 28, 2024

Part Four: Even More Spooktacular Halloween Events in Beijing

It's officially Halloween week and here are even more Halloween happenings across the capital.

Oct 28, 2024

Got Photos of Beijing’s Autumn Colors? Share Them With Us!

We're looking for your best snapshots of the red, gold, and yellow around Beijing to share with our readers.

Oct 27, 2024

Drinks That’ll Warm You Up for Beijing’s Winter

Although it's still autumn, it feels like winter is already here thanks to the recent cold weather. Here are a few warm drinks to keep the chill at...

Oct 26, 2024

Beijing News You Might Have Missed This Week, Oct 26

Beijing is a happening city! Don't miss a thing with our weekend roundup of the latest news.

Oct 26, 2024

Visit Here: The China Railway Museum, Pt. 2

From the China Railway Museum's Zhengyangmen branch, we go northeast to their original, locomotive-heavy location – a real train lover's delight.

Oct 25, 2024

Part Three: Even More Spooktacular Halloween Events in Beijing

There is no shortage of Halloween happening this year in the capital!

Oct 25, 2024

Have a Wine Crawl With This Special Three-Bar Event

Have some wine, eat some bar food, and play some games with friends at this special event.

Oct 24, 2024

Events and Happenings in the 'Jing This Weekend (Oct 25-27)

Haven’t made weekend plans yet? Well here's some inspiration!

Oct 23, 2024

Five Beijing Croissants You’ll Fall in Loaf With

Start your day with a croissant from one of these fantastic bakeries around the capital.

Oct 22, 2024

Karl Long 2024: Great Leap’s Annual Beer Challenge is Back, Oct 26

Great Leap’s 14th anniversary is coming up which also means it’s time for their annual Karl Long Challenge!

A Talk With Jazz Vocalist and Singer-SongwriterJess Meider

Oct 22, 2024

Singer-Songwriter Jess Meider on Music, Jazz and Life in Beijing

Meider has been performing in Beijing since 1997

Oct 21, 2024

Part Two: More Spooktacular Halloween Events in the Capital

Here are even more Halloween happenings in Beijing.

Oct 21, 2024

Mandarin Monday: Can You Say This Chinese Tongue Twister?

There's shi and si, but what about si and shi and si si and shi shi?

Oct 20, 2024

Spooktacular Halloween Events in the Capital, Part One

It’s officially spooky season, and there are loads of Halloween happenings in Beijing this year.

Oct 19, 2024

Visit Here: The Beijing Railway Museum

Originally the Beijing Railway Station, the Beijing Railway Museum covers the history of rail in China, with plenty of maps and models

Oct 19, 2024

Grabbing a Bite in Good Company: Foodies in Beijing

A chat in the back of the kitchen with one of the best WeChat groups in town

Oct 18, 2024

A Musical Marvel: An Interview with Expat Musician Djang San

We talk to French expat and musician Jean-Sebastien Henry, aka Djang San, about his return to Beijing, recent exploits, and thoughts of China's music...