Taste of Kashgar

Evoking the wild-west aura of the caravan days, a Beijing eatery captures the rustic charm of a vibrant cuisine, Yang Feiyue reports.

Being tucked away in a quiet hutong hasn't stopped Kashgar Restaurant from becoming one of the most popular Xinjiang eateries in the Chinese capital.

The unassuming decoration makes the restaurant more like a traditional Chinese canteen. The noisy atmosphere created by customers doesn't make for a very cozy and intimate dining experience, but is a testament to the restaurant's popularity.