This Day, That Year

Item from Dec 17, 1988, in China Daily: A new teahouse, featuring turn-of-the-century decor reminiscent of the Teahouse establishment made famous by playwright Lao She, opened for business on Thursday in Qianmen, one of the busiest shopping districts in Beijing.

With tea rooms on three floors, the Beijing Big Bowl Tea Corporation will be presenting an added treat for patrons - traditional theatrical performances.

Tea, an integral part of Chinese culture, is one of the country's most famous exports.