Trying a new angle

The humble Chinese burger has just received an upgrade, Dong Fangyu reports.

If you're looking for a fresh take on an old Chinese favorite, a new specialist eatery in the capital is offering up its own modern interpretation of roujiamo - the humble street-food snack which originated in Shaanxi province and is also known as China's version of the hamburger.

This new roujiamo (literally meat in a bun) spot in Sanlitun bears the name of restaurant giant Xibei, a popular chain that serves good northwestern fare such as rolled oats, cold skin noodles, and beef and lamb dishes across all of its 323 outlets in 53 cities around China.