She did it her way

When Chinese choreographer Jin Xing presented a dance retrospective titled Shanghai Tango at New York City's Joyce Theater recently, she fulfilled a promise she made to herself 20 years ago as a young dance student studying in Manhattan.

Half a century of Jin

Bright minds shine

Travel

Miracle & mirage

It's hard to find locals in surreal Doha, the capital of Qatar, which ranks as the world's No 1 in per-capita GDP. Mu Qian explores further.

Around the globe

World walker

A Chinese sojourner who walked, biked and discovered the world 81 years ago has left a legacy for future generations.

For lovers who adore sweets

Westin Beijing Financial Street's Prego Italian restaurant is offering a Valentine's Day set menu with gastronomic delights, wines and champagne.

 

"Ayubowan China" program held in Sri Lanka

Miracle & mirage

Yellow Mountain covered in frost

Group wedding

Mass ice wedding in Harbin

Couples attend a group wedding ceremony as part of the 28th Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival in Harbin, Heilongjiang province January 6.

Ice sculpture competition in Harbin

Carvers work on their ice sculpture pieces at the 26th Harbin International Ice Sculpture Competition in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, Jan 7, 2012.

 

Artists take inspiration from, and give to, Tibetan areas

Leisure resort to bring serious fun to Sichuan

Hotpot hot spot gets high ranking by travelers

Food

On becoming a Master of Wine

Love for pinot noir led wine writer Huang Shan to name her new wine store and club after the grape varietal.

Lifestyle

Food at your fingertips

The online takeout industry is still in its infancy, but it is a catering trend that is likely to have mass appeal. Xu Lin investigates.

Sunao: Zen and the art of vegan

To show their appreciation for a gentle, candid and sincere attitude, the owners of Sunao named their restaurant for the frequently used Japanese word to describe the outlook.

 

Enjoy Yunnan flower and herbs at restaurant

Lobster stew with a pastry lid

Choose finger food after weaning

Health

Green tea makes you last longer

According to a Japanese study, elderly adults who regularly drink green tea may stay more agile and independent than their peers over time.

Matching the beauty of their locations

Rippon vineyard on the edge of Lake Wanaka on New Zealand's south island must be one of the most photographed wineries in the world.

 

Breast cancer drug linked to bone density

Smoking is dumb and dumbing

Fat & fit

Heritage

It's kids' stuff

Drinking vessel brimmed with culture

The Tang Dynasty is praised for its openness and cultural integration with neighboring countries. One proof of this is the Animal Head Agate Vessel.

Defusing the boom

Decreasing fireworks sales suggest Spring Festival's pyrotechnic traditions are falling out of favor.

A man who toys with history

Zhu Yuxiang, 33, is obsessed with collecting toys that were mainly produced in China during the 1980s.

Art

Love the subject

Two performances offer twice the fun

London Symphony will present two concerts in Shanghai under the baton of Russian conductor Valery Gergiev.

Art that's truly explosive

Chinese people have used fireworks to celebrate festive occasions for centuries, but artist Cai Guoqiang uses pyrotechnics as a medium to convey contemporary art concepts.

Getting to know China better

On the 40th anniversary of Sino-German diplomatic ties, the Chinese Ministry of Culture is organizing a Chinese Cultural Year 2012 in Germany.

Sponsored Feature

New Direction of Art exhibition to kick off

The China Art Exhibition Tour themed on "New Direction of Art" will be held in Beijing.

 

Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival

Special coverage of The 28th Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival.

China Travel Guide

X-Ray


Enter the dragon

China's standing in the world is not shaped by the dragon, which in itself can evolve into any artistic manifestations artists see fit.

Best China Hotel Deal


Hot Stone BBQ

In winter there is no better way to warm things up than to grill your own BBQ meats. At Red Orange , buffet dinner comes with DIY BBQ on hot stones at your table.

Enjoy Valentine's Day at Café Swiss

Café Swiss is setting the stage for an unforgettable romantic Valentine’s evening at Swissôtel Beijing!

Show your love at Café on the C6

Celebrate this Valentine’s Day at Café on the 6th with a five course menu specially designed by Executive Chef Robert Gynne who sincerely invites you to share his creations with your loved one!

Movie date

Directors from the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan bring three quality romantic comedies to theaters for Valentine's Day.

Controversial choreographer

When Chinese choreographer Jin Xing presented a dance retrospective titled Shanghai Tango at New York City's Joyce Theater recently, she fulfilled a promise she made to herself 20 years ago as a young dance student studying in Manhattan.

Web Crawler

Before the Super Bowl on Sunday, the FBI prepared for the TV event by closing down more than 300 Internet domains that streamed sports events and sold NFL merchandize.

Hot Pot Column

Attempts to avoid CNY minefield doomed to fail

At home in the UK, I dread Nov 5. It's not the fact that the shops are already pumping out Bing Crosby with exhausting pre-Christmas zeal. It's the fireworks.

Books

A teacher advocates learning from mistakes

Yin Jianli's stories and thoughts about bringing up her daughter Yuanyuan have been a constant source of inspiration for parents over the past 16 years.