February 2009

Agenda February 12th to February 25th

We’ve gone all romantic for our Valentine’s issue to put together a bunch of ideas and tips for aspiring lovers out there. Beijing’s most romantic restaurants, Valentine’s Day dining promotions, ideas for all kinds of dates, where to buy flowers and chocolates for your Valentine … all the answers are right there in the new issue!

Also in this issue, Valentine’s menus from some of Beijing’s top chefs and restaurateurs, how to make your Valentine’s dinner an altruistic affair, we talk to comedian Al Warner ahead of his Chopschticks show at the end of February, and Icon X’s Marcel van Wieringen gives us a guided tour of ski resorts around Beijing and beyond - let’s hope there’s still some snow left!

the Beijinger February 2009

February is the month of love! At least that’s what we’ve deemed it to be here at the Beijinger. And why not? Spring is here and the flowers will soon be in bloom, thus making for perfect weather for romantic walks in the park.

However, if tranquility ain’t your thing, then maybe you should check out some of the noisier offerings happening this month: People Under the Stairs, Commix, DJ Whoo Kid, Bloody Mary, Symphony X, Jose Gonzalez, Combat 77 and many, many more.

Looking to find a more sentimental side of Beijing? Then check out our cover feature, for which we tracked down some of Beijing’s most creative duos and asked them what makes them tick. Hear the stories behind how some of our city’s most prominent couples fell in love, as well as how one historical Beijing love triangle – for better or for worse – eventually got untangled.

Plus, get some ideas on how to spend Valentine’s Day, whether you have a date or not, and – as always – the scoop on the latest bars, shops and restaurants opening up around town.