Back by popular demand, the second annual Hairy Crab Feast takes place only when the crustaceans are at peak flavor! You’ll discover the delicious reasons why China goes crazy for these crabs two months every year as we sample whole … Read More
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Mooncakes: The Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival Dessert
Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节, zhōngqiūjié) lands on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, relatively near the autumnal equinox; in 2018, it falls on September 24. Also sometimes called Mooncake Festival, it’s a public holiday in China on which families … Read More
Pro Tips for Wine Pairing with Chinese Food
Top tip: Don’t take pairing wine with Chinese food TOO seriously – traditionally with such a large variety of dishes and flavors at each meal, there are usually going to be several good options. There’s never been a better time … Read More
How to Drink Baijiu Like a Pro
Guizhou Maotai might be the most famous baijiu brand, but there is a lot more to know about the world’s most-consumed spirit than one famous name alone. A recent article in the Straits Times makes the claim that baijiu may be … Read More
New Tour Alert: Shanghai Beer & Bites Brewery Tour
Over the course of two pub stops, one brewery tour & two local food stops, you’ll experience the diversity of Chinese craft beer & food in all its glory. Join us for this epic Shanghai brewery tour! Love eating and … Read More