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Food reviews; A swell-tasting meal

2010-05-22 10:10:09

It is rare for Beijing restaurants to offer swellfish because of its poisonous nature.

Come fry with me

2010-05-03 08:56:42

Cooking parties that feature private cooking lessons with a professional chef and a semi-catered meal are proving a popular treat in Shanghai.

Feeling ducky

2010-04-24 09:53:27

The restaurant is beautifully designed, one side has a good lake view and it is well decorated and spacious.　　Start with peanuts that are deep-fried, poached and peeled.

Enjoy teppanyaki in cushioned comfort

2010-04-17 09:09:28

Kong Yi Ji has cooperated with Haiku by Hatsune to open a teppanyaki section in the Japanese restaurant at No 8 Chaoyang Park. Private rooms with soft cushioned seats are designed to exude a feel of leisure. The cooking happens right in front of you.

The color purple truly tasteful

2010-04-12 10:06:55

Purple Bodhi Restaurant's Yansha branch was a pleasant surprise: The food quality is excellent, and presentation is creative.

Good mix of local produce and imported seasonings

2010-04-03 09:22:59

I was on my way back from Bacco Ristorante and Bar, and I had just told my driver my destination, when he turned around and asked: "Did you eat garlic?"

Vietnamese victuals at Va Va Voom

2010-03-19 09:55:23

Take advantage of the chance to enjoy Vietnamese cuisine at Va Va Voom, with an authentic Vietnamese Chef behind the delicious creations that makes mouths water.

Crustacean sensation is love at first bite for locals

2009-09-22 11:05:50

Crab season officially kicked off in Beijing yesterday, as fresh, plump Yangchenghu Lake crabs went on sale at markets and stores across the capital.

Modern Indian cuisine tantalizes taste buds

2010-01-29 09:09:37

Traditional Indian cuisine often conjures up thoughts of mouth-numbing, face-reddening spiciness - but that is simply not the reality, according to Master Chef Ankit Sharma.

Shanghai hotel:Enchanting afternoon

2009-09-27 17:04:42

Chinese afternoon tea at the Langham Yangtze Boutique Shanghai offers a chance to relax over the finest coffees and teas while indulging in a guilty section of pastries for 180 yuan.

Let's Seafood: Fishing for perfection with large portions and a cold toilet

2010-01-15 11:07:05

Recently opened as a sequel to the Let's Burger restaurant in the Sanlitun area's Nali Patio, Let's Seafood is a great place to find big portions of seafood cooked to perfection, though prices can be equally big.

How to pick a wine for a dinner party

2010-01-08 10:18:42

With so many choices out there in Beijing, sometimes it's hard to choose a wine to drink or bring to a dinner party based on just a price.

Brewers quench thirst for real ale

2010-01-08 10:18:36

China has still got a long way to go when it comes to beer. Local beer is cheap, but you get what you pay for; imported beers offer respite from watery brews, but for a price.