M Woods Family and School Workshops: Educational Programs Bring Works of Art to Life
Beijing’s young learners are encouraged to explore contemporary art through a series of specially designed…
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Dos and Don’ts for A Bedroom with Good Feng Shui
Feng shui (风水, literally “wind and water”), is an ancient form of art in China.…
Chopsticks Taboos: 12 Unholy Ways to Pick Up Your Food
The use of chopsticks to pick food up from the plate will earn you several…
Word! The Stories Behind 7 Common Spring Festival Foods
If you’ve been in China for Spring Festival before, you know the best part is…
Look Ma, No Regifting! 10 Culturally-Appropriate Presents for Spring Festival
Spring Festival is now in full swing, but choosing seasonal gifts for Chinese friends can…
Pig Out: A Rundown of Beijing’s Best Temple Fairs
For Beijingers, attending a miaohui (temple fair) comes second only to the family reunion dinner…
“The Whole Tianjin is Overlooking the World”
I have basically experienced everything Tianjin has to offer. My colleague was nice enough to…
Reading Around the World: Leave Beijing Through Pages and Pictures of Culturally Curated Books
Travel to INDIA Jyoti Johari starts first with saying that “the culture of India is…
Dad’s Time Machine: A Puppet Show with a Difference
When you talk about real people and puppets performing together, it’s probably Pinocchio which comes…
Uncovering Beijing’s Hidden Cultural Gems
When you live in Beijing, busy with the daily grind of work and school, it’s…