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Here we are with the second half of the two-part Valentine's Day dining guide. After a roundup of everything that isn't a buffet, the Beijinger presents a list of all your options if you want an international feast of self-served, all-you-can-eat cuisine. One or two even have free-flow alcohol thrown in to help move your evening along ... Check out the list at the Beijinger before setting your date night!

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Like it or not (let's face it, you don't have much choice), the Valentine's Day pressure is on, and it's increasing by the hour. And you've got no plans yet. Ah yes, that's what the Beijinger is here for. To help you get your Valentine's act together, we've compiled this first of two lists rounding up what restaurants are doing for Valentine's Day, how much you'll pay and how to get in touch to make your reservation.

We'll be back on Wednesday with a list of romantic buffet dining deals, but today, we look at set menus, a la carte options and a few home deliveries, hampers and other things you'll need to order in advance. Unless otherwise stated, all deals apply for February 14 only.  And if by some chance none of these interest you, keep an eye on our Events section for even more dining deals as Valentine's Day edges ever-nearer. Time's ticking ...

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Some people prefer to commemorate the final moments of the year with solemnity, in a hushed and intimate environment. Others prefer their New Year's Eve countdown clocks big and gaudy, thronged by hysterical crowds. To each their own, we say.

Either way, you've gotta eat, right? We've put together some options for dining out on the last day of 2011 as well as the first day of 2012. To find out more, and for your chance to win New Year's Eve dinner for two at the St. Regis Beijing, keep reading.

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In an exciting second round of the Beijinger Pizza Cup, local favorite Annie’s was ousted by a rising Gung Ho, Kro’s stomped all over Paddy O’Shea’s and upstarts Eatalia overthrew Pyro Pizza to claim Haidian supremacy. Kro’s Nest scored the most resounding victory of the second round, slaughtering Paddy O’Shea's by winning 79% of the vote. The second most dominating performance was by Opposite House basement-dwellers Sureño, which doubled up the votes over Sanlitun neighbor Ciro’s.

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You’ve voted and now the results are in for the restaurant you think serves up Beijing’s best slice. Did any of your favorites get knocked out? Are your final predictions still there? See who’s in and start voting in the next round. Round 2 of The Beijinger Pizza Cup will be open until Monday, November 21 at noon.

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Just like our sister publication the Beijinger, Alexandra Pillsbury was born in Beijing ten years ago and she’s lived here all of her life. She was kind enough to talk to the Beijinger and tell us what a real 10-year-old thinks of the capital.

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Good afternoon, pizza-philes. We're happy to inform you that voting in The Beijinger Pizza Cup is now underway. What does that mean? It means that we're opening up the floor to you to determine the best pizza in the city. It also means that you can click here to predict the final match-up and thereby stand a chance to win a party for ten at the winning pie place. Click here to get to the Beijinger website to learn more and vote.

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Looking for events to fill the long holiday weekend? Out at 798, charity and art combine for a good cause.

A Bridge for Children International (ABC) is showing the exhibit Out of the Shadows - Bringing Migrant Children's Artwork Into the Light this Saturday, September 10th from 5 to 9pm.

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How's the view from your perch at the Bookworm?
Fantastic! I have top billing this year so I’m sitting pretty on the roof. It's a great view and I get to keep an eye on all the shenanigans underfoot in Sanlitun.

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Whether you want to take the kids out searching for eggs or sit back with friends over a lingering, champagne fueled brunch, hotels and restaurants in the city are willing to make that happen. Here’s a round-up of Easter choices whether you want hotel buffets or restaurant menus.

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