The last day of JISE proved very informative for parents, who crammed into panels like “Prioritizing Early Education” and “Study Abroad Trends” to learn from experts and ask important questions. On the Expo floor, not even masks could stop all the conversations needed for families to choose their top schools, and kids enjoyed the activities and swag offered at each booth.

The team at beijingkids loved meeting some of our interview subjects and school representatives face to face. We can’t wait to be back in touch for the 2021-22 School Choice Guide, coming next February. Until then, download or request our latest one now!

This year’s event is sponsored by the Pacific Overseas Group (太平洋出国 ) and our special Medical Supporter is Raffles Medical Beijing (北京莱佛士诊所). Our Official Photo Studio Partner is Dave’s Studio (大卫摄影).

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Jingkids International School Expo (JISE) 2020 is upon us, and now that you have your checklists and panels all set, it’s time to ask the important questions, like where do you park? Where do you eat? And of utmost importance, where’s the coffee? We’re here to tell you everything you need to know for a successful day.

HOW TO GET THERE:
Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel (61 East Third Ring Road, Chaoyang District)

BY CAR: Type “Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel parking lot” into your navigation app. Parking is RMB 6/hour during the day. If the hotel parking is full, you can consider R&F Plaza Shopping Center basement (RMB 3/30 minutes during the day). You can scan the QR code to pay the fare when you leave.

BY TRAIN: Metro Line 10 to Shuangjing Station, Exit A. Reach the 1st floor through B1 of R&F Plaza Shopping Center, walk to the conference site within 5 minutes. Don’t forget your cup of coffee at the mall on your way!

REMINDER: Visitors need to scan the QR code at the entrance to register their health code. Then take the right-hand escalator up to the 3rd floor of the conference hall.

WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK:

Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel

Talking to all those teachers is sure to make you tired and hungry. The easiest solution is to not leave the building and just visit the nearby lobby. Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel has plenty of five-star dining facilities and services.

The hotel has three upscale restaurants and a cafe offering Western and Chinese buffets, Cantonese food and roast duck, authentic Italian food, and coffee. It’s a bit pricey, but you can’t beat the environment and quality.

Hotel choices include:

BLD Western Restaurant
BLD Restaurant offers live cooking stations and an international menu, using fresh ingredients to make delicious food from around the world.
Floor: Hotel 4/F
Average meal: RMB 197
Phone: 5863 8223

Fratelli Fresh (Italian)
Sicilian chefs cook authentic Italian dishes.
Floor: Hotel 1/F
Average meal: RMB 260
Phone: 5863 8203

The Garden Chinese Restaurant 
Specializing in Cantonese cuisine, celebrity chef Jackie Fong interprets authentic Cantonese cuisine with new dishes, including his acclaimed Peking duck.
Floor: Hotel 4/F
Average meal: RMB 224
Phone: 5863 8241

Fratelli Fresh Gourmet
Coffee, drinks, desserts, bread, and light meals. All-weather relaxation space.
Floor: Hotel 1/F
Average meal: RMB 113
Phone: 5863 8201
R & F Plaza Shopping Center

Don’t want to eat and drink in a hotel? Venture out of the lobby just 200 meters south into the Viva Beijing Mall. There are dozens of restaurants serving everything from coffee and snacks to regional Chinese cuisine to Western fast food, spread across floors B1 to 11/F.



Wagas
Healthy light meals including sandwiches, pasta, salads, cakes, fresh fruit juices, and specialty coffee.
Location: Shopping Center 1/F
Average meal: RMB 86
Phone: 5903 7172



Starbucks
This shop is usually crowded, so please be prepared to eat without a seat.
Location: Shopping Center 1/F
Average meal: RMB 38
Phone: 5903 7389



With Wheat
A wonderful selection of bread, coffee, yogurt, and juice; With Wheat is a good choice for breakfast and a short break between meetings.
Location: Shopping Center 1/F
Average meal: RMB 38
Phone: 5922 0456



Breadtalk
Located in the shopping center and close to the subway station entrance, offering all kinds of fresh bread, coffee, and yogurt.
Location: Shopping Center B1
Average me: RMB 46
Phone: 5903 7051



McDonald’s
If you need something fast, there’s always McDonald’s. Located in the shopping center at the entrance to the subway station.
Location: Shopping Center B1
Average meal: RMB 30
Phone: 5903 7300

Macau Taste
Located near the entrance to the cinema, Macau Taste serves Cantonese and Macau-style dishes in a clean and spacious environment.
Location: Shopping Center 4/F
Average meal: RMB 88
Phone: 5903 7786



Zi Long Hotpot
Authentic Chongqing-style hot pot, with plenty of options for both heat lovers and the spice averse.
Location: Shopping Center 10/F
Average meal: RMB 134
Phone: 5903 7157



Taoshan Xunye Vegetable Village Japanese Hot Pot
Japanese self-service hot pot, with an assortment of wagyu beef, sashimi, Japanese desserts, and altogether tasty meals!
Location: Shopping Center 3/F
Average meal: RMB 185
Tel: 5903 7006



LeleCha
Perfect for an afternoon or early evening break, with delicious desserts and drinks that come highly recommended.
Location: Shopping Center 1/F
Average meal: RMB 37
Phone: 183 1051 7132

JUST FOR FUN



LEGO Store
One of Lego’s authorized stores in Beijing, with small play areas for children to build. They have lots of Halloween themed sets if you want to bring home a festive build!
Location: Shopping Center 1/F
Phone: 5903 7393



UME Studios
Chill at the movies after a long day at JISE. The cinema has 10 theaters with 3D, 4D, and giant IMAX screens.
Location: Shopping Center 5/F
Phone: 5903 7171



blt
This is the nearest supermarket to JISE, offering carryout meals or a quick refresh of snacks if your kiddos come along!
Location: Shopping Center B/1

Pre-register for JISE for free by clicking here; there’s also registration available at the door. You’ll be able to pick up a School Choice Guide when you arrive, but here’s our digital download as well!

This year’s event is sponsored by Pacific Overseas Group (太平洋出国 ) and our special Medical Supporter is Raffles Medical Beijing (北京莱佛士诊所). Our Official Photo Studio Partner is Dave’s Studio (大卫摄影).

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Images courtesy of shops

This article originally appeared on our sister site Jingkids.