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The Beiyang Fleet

[2017-01-03 07:54]

Beiyang (literally meaning "the northern ocean") Fleet was established by the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) in 1871 as one of four modernized regional navies when the dynasty faced a crisis and launched a series of reforms.

Serial pictures give old art form a new lease of life

[2017-01-03 07:54]

Like many of his peers born in the 1960s, Li Chen was a fan of Chinese picture books in his childhood.

Gorgeous adventure sets the bar sky-high

[2016-12-31 07:28]

It's been almost ten years since we first heard about Owlboy.

An extraordinary tale of trust and companionship

[2016-12-31 07:28]

History lessons are rarely the best place to start, but it is important to understand the genesis of The Last Guardian, an extraordinary video game a decade in the making. Fumito Ueda's adventure about a boy and his beast has been oft-delayed and rarely glimpsed, its creator curiously shuffling roles mid-development. At times it seemed to vanish entirely, giving the impression that this follow-up to Ico and Shadow of the Colossus was, like its gryphon-esque cover star, nothing but a myth.

Monsters lack the local touch

[2016-12-30 07:01]

After watching Zhang Yimou's film The Great Wall last week, Gu Meng was impressed by the army of Tao Tie monsters from Chinese mythology. However, he complained that the Tao Tie in Zhang's film were not "Chinese" monsters.

Beijing exhibition celebrates jewelry as contemporary art

[2016-12-30 07:01]

A contemporary jewelry design and art show opened last week in Beijing, presenting jewelry pieces as wearable artworks, from a ring featuring a flying airplane to a necklace that mimics wind chimes.

Pride of plates

[2016-12-30 07:01]

What does it take to earn a Michelin star - or three? "Exceptional cooking", the 2017 Michelin Guide for Hong Kong and Macao says succinctly, then adding: "When awarding one, two or three Michelin stars, there are a number of factors we consider: the quality and compatibility of the ingredients, the technical skill and flair that goes into the preparation, the clarity and combination of flavors, the value for money, and above all, the taste.

Baking whole fish easier, tastier than steaming it

[2016-12-30 07:01]

The Chinese like to feature whole steamed fish on the menu of their New Year's feasts. Said to signify togetherness, abundance and long life, it's a dish with symbolism that is as important as taste. Indeed, you're supposed to leave the bones, head and tail intact, a way to help ensure that the new year will be a winner from beginning to end.

Romancing the burger

[2016-12-30 07:01]

Beijing's posh Langham hotel has found much to love in the humble ham-burger, elevating the every-man sandwich into a series of gourmet treats. Settle for the double-cheese beef burger (with avocado) if you like, but give the whole list a good look first: there's the grilled duck burger, grilled salmon & prawn burger, the Japanese snap-per burger (with wasabi mayo and fruit salsa), the Indian tandoori chicken burger and the vegetarian smoked tofu burger. All 138 yuan except the tofu burger (it's 128 yuan); all include a 500ml imported draft beer, which chef Raymond Chen rates as the ultimate burger pairing.