Rutgers International Executive MBA Program
Discover WHY your best senior management career development opportunity is the Rutgers EMBA. 14-month Program Starts in September 2004. All Professors, Classes and Course Materials Same as in Rutgers U.S. EMBA Programs. Next Beijing Info Session: August 4th. Flexible to arrange personal meetings. To learn more about joining Rutgers' 11th intake in China, call 010-8526-2528 or visit www.rutgers.cn

The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• Tourists Swarm HK, Macao
• 100m Chinese Still Suffer Iodine Deficiency
• China's First Revolutionary Army Of Women Remains Adored
• China Opens First Research Station In Arctic
• Yao's Homecoming NBA Tickets Hits Market
• China Shuts Down 700 Porn Websites
• Suppliers Of Blood Under Investigation
• Panda In China Numbers Over 1,500

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Where Are You?!
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3 daily non-stops to the U.S. by United!
United offers 21 weekly flights from China to the United States with the most convenient service. You can fly faster and have more choices with our daily non-stops Beijing to San Francisco and Chicago, and Shanghai to San Francisco. It's time to fly. Roundtrip from Beijing to San Francisco/Los Angeles/Seattle: from RMB9980; Eastern cities in the U.S.: from RMB11980. Seats are limited and restrictions apply. Prices do not include taxes and valid till August 3, 2004. For reservations and information contact your travel agent or call United Airlines. Beijing: (010) 6463-1111; Toll-free China: 800-810-8282; E-mail: flyua@united.com Website: www.cn.united.com

Laoag getaway only CNY 3150
The Sunshine City and capital of Ilocos Norte province, gateway to the historic north where centuries-old churches and cathedrals still toll their bells at sunrise. Experience Laoag's breathtaking landscape that stretches from desert dunes to sun-soaked beaches. Special package prices from CNY 3150 /person, including hotel and roundtrip airfare from Shanghai. Flying four times weekly. For details visit http://www.philippineairlines.com, or contact our Shanghai office, TEL (021)6279 8765 FAX (021)6279 8762.

China Merchants Travel Service
Bejing - West Coast Round Trip: RMB5300; Beijing - Europe Round Trip: RMB5300; Beijing - Hongkong Round Trip: RMB2500; Beijing - Tokyo Round Trip: RMB2600. TEL: (8610) 8671 3792 /8671 3793/8624 2002. cntravel@public3.bta.net.cn

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It's the perfect leisure trip. Even if you're here on business.
Check into a Hilton hotel in China or one of 18 participating Hiltons throughout Asia, and you can look forward to some extra rewards. With our HotDeals@Hilton promotion, from now till 31 August, you'll get a 50% discount on a second room for your kids and their meals. On top of that, you'll also receive double HHonors Base points or double airline miles with participating airlines. Discover all the benefits of this promotion by clicking here for more information.

Summer Family Package at Grand Hyatt Beijing from July 1 to August 31, 2004.
Grand Hyatt Beijing offers family package from now until August 31, 2004. Package includes two-bedroom accommodation and daily complimentary breakfast for two adults and two children under 16 years old. Discounted airport transfer and complimentary access to Club Oasis, a fitness center with a resort-style swimming pool. All comes with the package for only RMB 1,580 (USD 190) + 15 % per night with minimum stay for 3 nights. For further details, please call (8610) 8518 1234 or visit www.hyatt.com

Holiday Inn Sanya makes your dream come true
Stay a minimum of two consecutive nights at RMB580++/room/night in Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya, you will get an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to undergo zero gravity astronaut training and to experience the weightlessness of floating in space. *The above rate is inclusive of breakfast, maximum for two persons *The above rate is for Scenic View Room. Deluxe Ocean View Room is also available at RMB700++/room/night *The above rate is subject to 15% service charge and RMB11 per person per night local government tax *Only available for guests of Chinese nationality * Valid till August 31, 2004. For reservation, please call 0898-88565666 or mailto: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com

Riyuegu Hotsprings Resort, Xiamen's premier resort, is having a Summer Blast Special...RMB428 + 4% per room night offers you a Superior Room inclusive of daily breakfast for two. Offer is good from Sundays to Thursdays only and is valid until 31 August '04. Hurry!! while offer lasts. Experience the finest facilities for a relaxing summer or the perfect venue for important meetings. Visit us at www.riyuegu.com for more information. For reservations, contact us by phone at 86-592-631 2222, by fax at 86-592-631 9222 or email at sales@riyuegu.com

Rosedale Business Package
Brings you attractive "Business Package" for a minimum 2-night stay with discounted room rates and choice of 3 benefits valid from July 1 to October 10, 2004. Starting from only USD80+15%svc for an overnight stay in a Superior Room, guests can enjoy 3 benefits out of 5 which hotel designs for our VIP guests. Please call Reservation Hotline (8610) 64361805 or 64362288 ext. 2800, or visit website www.rosedalebj.com

Frosty Summer Package
Valid till August 31, 2004. Monday-Thursday: RMB710 net. Friday-Sunday: RMB680 net. Inclusions: Superior Room Accommodation | One theme night buffet dinner or American Buffet Breakfast at the Piazza Cafe | Unlimited in room broadband Internet usages | Free use of our outside swimming pool and GYM | Iced refreshing towel and tasty fruit Ice Tea on arrival | Free shuttle between Luohu train station & The Landmark Hotel | Upgrade to a Deluxe room for additional RMB50 or to a junior suite for RMB 100 | The Landmark Hotel, Shenzhen is located in the heart of commercial center, 10 minutes from the Luohu border. For reservations or enquiries, please call our Hong Kong office at (852) 2375 6580 or contact the Hotel's reservation department at (86 755) 8219 0033 or fax to (86 755) 8219 1118. E-mail: rsvn@szlandmark.com.cn

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The British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing offers the English National curriculum as produced by the British Government; focusing on high academic standards and level of English. All our teachers are British qualified, and academic resources meet UK standards. We provide separate ESL units for students with lower levels of English for core subjects, and limit the number of non-native speakers. Class sizes average 15-20 students. Contact info@britishschool.org.cn or (8610) 8532-3088 for more details.

Allied Pickfords Ltd., Allied International Moving Services
Predictable Quality in an Unpredictable World. International, domestic, local, office moves, relocation & orientation services, record storage management, pet service, storage. Please visit our international and local web sites at: www.alliedpickfords.com.cn email: renata.inokomis@alliedpickfords.com.cn (Beijing) Tel: (86 10) 8561 8759/60 (Beijing)

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Mosquito Bites?
Don't become a victim! Vaccinate against Japanese B Encephalitis now and receive a free flu shot in October. SOS is the only international clinic in China to stock the sole JE vaccine approved by the USA Food & Drug Administration - Biken JE vaccine. Appointments / Info Tel: (8610) 6462 9112.

Extreme Experience Diving Club
Extreme Experience Diving Club Spring Fitness Promotion. RMB 6999 - Annual Double Membership; RMB 5999 - Double Fitness Non-busy Membership. A variety of combined products such as fitness and diving group membership and family membership are also provided. For details, please click here or call (8610) 6221 2123 / 6222 7677. Email: smdivingclub@sohu.com

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Experienced translators Wanted
Experienced translators located in Beijing required from English to Malay, Vietnamese, Indonesian and Thai. Native persons only. Please send detailed resume in English to szhou@365rainbow.com

Full-time Secretary Wanted
Chinese Culture Club in Beijing is recruiting a full-time secretary to deal with inquiry online or by phone call, event reservations, coordination and computer records management, etc. Good command of English is basic. Local level of salary is offered (rmb 3000-5000). Contact fengcheng@chinesecultureclub.org or (8610) 6432 9341.

ClubLook Part-time Job Vacancies Available
Waiter, waitress, bartender, barmaid wanted. Work on Friday and Satuarday. 10pm-2am. Speak Chinese & English. Tel: (8610) 6506 6770.

National UNV Business Development Expert Wanted
UN Volunteers is currently recruiting for a National UNV Business Development Expert to expand, extend and enlarge the domestic and non-domestic market and networks for artisan products under UNDP "Integrated Artisan Development Project". For details, please visit www.unchina.org/undp/unv

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Nice Apartment For Rent!!
A nice 109sqm apartment in Concordia Plaza which is in the Kempinski area of Beijing, close to the new Embassy area now is available for rent from July. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 24 hours hot water, elevator, HBO channel, central aircon, nice balcony(2sqm) for barbecues, and great security. USD1000/month. Please contact Ms. Liu at 13901182547.

NICS Is Your Beijing Computer Support Partner!
NICS provides Secure E-mail, Website and Server hosting, Structured Cabling, Network Implementation and Support Solutions. NICS is an IT Labour Outsourcing and Project Management firm. For further details call, Shanghai (021) 6213-1709, Beijing (010) 6568-0876 or e-mail sales@nics.com.cn or http://www.nics.com.cn

International Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative:
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YPHH Happy Networking
Since January 2001 YPHH has been organizing "Happy Networking"-events for people working and living in Beijing & Shanghai. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month the YPHH Happy Hour. Other events include YPHH Wine Tasting at Centro, YPHH Belgian Beer Tasting at Hidden Tree and much more. Info and subscribes via http://www.yphh.com

Wed. Aug 4, YPHH Margarita Night at Centro, 6:30-9:30pm
Again a wonderful event at Centro with YPHH! Drink 5 different Margarita's for RMB 100 only! Of course Centro will serve canapes and snacks and Laverne Butler is back for Live Entertainment! Make sure to make reservations via http://www.yphh.com

BICF Welcomes You - Beijing International Christian Fellowship is an interdenominational gathering for foreign passport holders. People from 60+ countries come together each Sunday morning at 9 and 11 am at the 21st Century Theater. For more information about BICF, please contact us at www.bicf.org or call us at (8610) 8454 3468.

The NLP Club is an ongoing training event for those that wish to gain a greater understanding and ability to use the day-to-day applications of the field of Neuro-Linguistic Programming. The NLP Club comes together every Tuesday evening, 7-9pm at Red Yard. More information via nlp@clarkmorgan.com or (8610) 8406 4760.

Tuesday, August 3 - NLP Club at Red Yard, 7-9pm, RMB 80
This evening the NLP Club covers "Anchoring & Swoosh Pattern". More information via nlp@clarkmorgan.com or (8610) 8406 4760.

The International Festival Chorus (IFC) is always looking for experienced choral singers in all voice types. The Chorus has members from over twenty countries and performs large-scale choral concerts three times a year. For more information or to schedule an audition please email Kerry Holahan, Membership Director: kholahan@wesleyan.edu or visit us online at www.beijingifc.org

The Commonwealth Society of Beijing is a voluntary, non-profit organization made up of members from the Commonwealth countries. Members meet every second Tuesday of the month. Membership fees are RMB100 per anum, a fee which creates a basis for annual Charity fund-raising functions. For more information, contact: sisneo@hotmail.com or tpbm@hotmail.com

Alcoholics Anomymous - If you want to drink that is your business. If you want to stop, that is our business. For more information check out our website: aabeijing.com or send us an email at: beijingfellows@yahoo.com

St. David's Society Beijing
Are you Welsh or do you have close connections with Wales? A group of Beijing based Welsh people are trying to form a St. David's Society, where like-minded people can meet on a regular basis to celebrate their heritage! There are even plans for a St. David's Day Ball. If you are interested in becoming involved please E-mail stdavidsbj@yahoo.co.uk for further information. Pob hwyl

Taijiquan Workshop
Follow Han Laoshi to learn traditional style Taijiquan for your life enhancement. Heidi will help for translation. Wendesdays at 19:00 for beginners and Saturdays at 09:00a.m.for advanced level. Contact Heidi at heidihyshen@163.com or 13001039563

Beijing Linux User Group
For Linux Newbies and Linux Experts, all are welcome! Send an email to info@beijinglug.org or visit our website at http://www.beijinglug.org for more information about our monthly meetings.

River of Grace Church
"The River" is an English speaking international church open for foreign passport holders. Sundays 10:00 a.m., Yong An Hotel. -Experience worship with abandonment -The Word taught with relevance and personal Prayer Ministry times -At The River, His presence changes lives! Location: Yong An Hotel, south Annex Building #4, 2nd Floor. Turn east from the Third Ring East Road by the wall of the Great Wall Sheraton Hotel, to the first lights, seeing the Yong An Hotel on your right. For info, call: Don 13911257602

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu -- Learn to defend yourself against a bigger, stronger and heavier opponent. Club meets every week on TUE, THU, SAT from 7:45 to 9:00 pm at East Gate Plaza. Contact Andy 1380-137-8214 or email bjjbeijing@yahoo.com for more info.

Chinese Culture Club is a non-profit organization with interesting lectures, trips, hands-on activities and courses. Open to anyone. All events have English narration/translation. More info: 64329341

International Friendship Football Club in Beijing
Men, Women and Youth Football every weekend. Anyone (from beginner to high level) is welcomed to join a team or if you have team your are welcomed to join too. We play on grass fields near Wangjing. 100RMB / 50RMB students are the member fees for one year season. For more information please check out our website: www.triggerfish.de/iffc or e-mail: iffc@263.net.cn or call: 6234 7106. Thank you. Please call me if you are unclear.
Robert Gonnella, Tel: 6234 7106

The Italian Women's Association is a non-profit, non-religious, non-political organization. the association is open to everybody, as an opportunity of meeting, exchange and solidarity. Meeting held each first and third Thursday of the month at 10.30 a.m at the Cultural Institute of the Italian Embassy (Sanlitun Dong Er Jie). For further information, please contact: pechinodonne@hotmail.com.

Football For All!
Players of all ages and abilities are invited to join ClubFootball's 5, 7 and 11-a-side football for men and women in Beijing. Indoor, outdoor, midweek and weekend games available. Social players welcome. Junior coaching courses taught by English FA-qualified coaches also available. Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn, mail play@wanguoqunxing.com or call 010-64170495 for more information

APEC Youth Science Knowledge Display (August 3-9)
National Agriculture Exhibition Center Tel: 010-65018877-6688

11th International Advertising New Media,Technology & Material Fair (August 4-7)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-88568088

China International Digital Camera & Printing Solution Exhibition (August 4-7)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-88568088

Chinese Wine Industry Exposition (August 5-7)
National Agriculture Exhibition Center Tel: 010-65018877-6688

2004 China Education Informationization & Development Forum (August 5-7)
Beijing International Conference Center Tel: 010-84980246

The 6th Beijing Textile Material & Clothing Exhibition (August 5-7)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-88568088

The 11th Beijing Real Estate Fair (August 5-8)
China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall Tel: 010-65056506

2004 Oriental International Original Animated Flash & Cartoon Art Competition (August 7-12)
China People's Revolutionary and Military Meseum Tel: 010-66866151

Modern Oil Painting Summer Show (August 1-23)
Featuring works of Luan Xiaojie, Guan Yong, Pang Yongjie, Luo Qi, Feng Feng and Li Qiang from Qinhao Gallery that show their views about life and society.
Qinhao Gallery Tel: 010-8779046

The 11th Beijing International Gifts, Handcraft & Home Furnishing Exhibition (August 1-4)
Beijing Exhibition Hall Tel: 010-68316677

The Seventh Job Fair (August 6-7)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-88568088

Contemporary Oil Paintings (Through August 5)
Works by Wang Yuping, Shen Ling, Sheng Qi, He Sen and Yang Mian. 10AM-5PM every day.
Red Gate Gallery Tel: 010-65251005/65284317

Works Of 360* Group (Through August 8)
Part of 360* Group's international tour, featuring prints, ceramics and paintings by Reza from Bangladesh, Megumi Shimizu from Japan and many more.
Imagine Gallery Tel: 010-64385747

8th Computer Festival In Landao Plaza (Through August 29)
Displayed brands including Lenovo, Founder, Tsinghua Tongfang TCL, IBM, HP and many others.
Landao Plaza Tel: 010-65044422

F1 Festival At The St. Regis Beijing
Grand Prize: Shanghai F1 "Paddock" tickets for two, 4 nights stay at The St. Regis Shanghai and return airfare for two to Shanghai. Other fantastic prizes: Includes one night stay in the Presidential Suite of The St. Regis Beijing... Eligibility: From now to10 September spend more than RMB888 in any of our restaurants or bars or Purchase a ticket for the Summer Garden Party on 10 September for RMB428 per person, Includes exquisite international dinner buffet & free flow of Champagne Mumm Lucky Draw will be held at the Summer Garden Party on 10 September. For further details, please call (8610) 6460 6688 ext. 2431/ 33/ 35

Fresh from the sea
Nishimura has prepared a wonderful menu of Lobster and Prawn dishes and Live Fish. This summer, feast on the Chef's Grilled Garlic Lobster in Butter Sauce, Gusokuni, and the difficult to find Anago. For a simple and delicious lunch, Nishimura continues to serve 16 Set Lunch Menus starting from just RMB40 a set. Choice include Grilled Eel Set, US Beef Roll Set, Tempura Set, Assorted Sashimi Set, etc. For reservations, please contact (8610) 6841 2211 ext. 2719.

A Fun Ti Hometown Music Restaurant, We produce excitements!!!
Tel: (8610) 65272288, 65251071/1545 Fax: (8610) 65599718 website: www.afunti.com. A Fun Ti -- The most famous Restaurant around China! Where you can enjoy Xinjiang delicious food, Xinjiang dance & songs live performance, Chinese Kongfu Show. Where you can fully relax yourself and dancing on the table...

Zone de Confort
Treat yourself to a creative combination of cuisine and presentation, our lunch and dinner menu, mainly Fusion, are inspired by Western (French & Italy) and Southeast Asian cuisine with fresh ingredients and a touch of herbs to awake your appetite. Relax and take time to savor the enchanting flavor of our specially blended herbal and flower tea. It's truly something beautiful to look at, deliciously tasty and, good for you. Reservation:(8610) 6500 8070. For more please click here.

Sixth Sense Japanese Food Restaurant Co Ltd.
At Sixth Sense, you can treat yourself with any of the hundreds of classic Japanese dishes, elaboratedly prepared by our Japanese chef; or you can appreciate the intimate and alluring decor which mixes modern and natural themes; then again why not experience the court-like atmosphere of eating in a traditional Beijing courtyard, all with a modern twist! That's not all - we also offer a European and Arabian-themed bar! Sixth Sense is truly a good place to go at anytime. Mr Xu and Mrs Amy celebrated founders of world famoused Suzie Wong bar whose unique notion of business and remarkable serving consciousness gained accordant recognition of people from all over the world are the landlords of the restaurant. Add: B of No.6 Jianguomennei Dajie Dongcheng District Beijing. Tel: (8610) 6559 6606 Fax: (8610) 6559 6667

Inner Affair Restaurant & Bar
Like floating on water, like floating in the air, this is what life looks like. The bar combines both openness and closeness... creating a kind of peaceful atmosphere without the feeling of decadence as brought about by the Qing Dynasty opium and giving way for true happiness to bloom in the night with the glimmerings and wonderful rhythm. All this is the wonderland that Inner Affair builds to cater to its God-like customers. Address: 1F, Qiankun Plaza, 6# Sanlitun Xi Liu Jie, Chaoyang District. Tel: 010-84540899 010-84540321.

The owners of VICS and The Den have joined forces to open Wu Dai. Inside is a spectacular blend of modern and traditional decor with rich blue and yellow drapes. The second floor is comprised of a series of uniquely designed private dining rooms, each seating approximately eight to ten diners. Specialising in "special dishes" that are a visual match for the decor, Wu Dai have chosen China's South regions as their inspiration. Perfect for those liking variety, Wu Dai offers dishes ranging from sweet Shanghai to spicy Sichuan. Add: South Gate of Worker's Stadium. Chaoyang District TEL: (8610) 6500 5318.

The Noodle Loft
Shanxi Serves as the origin place of Chinese noodles while the Noodle Loft is the very place for real Shanxi noodles in Beijing. Few people ever expected of such delicate noodle before its door. Runs at 11:00-22:30. Add: No. 20, Xi Da Wang Lu, Chaoyang Dist. TEL: (8610) 6774 9950

Kitaya Japanese Restaurant
Located at 2F of Novotel Hotel, Kitaya Japanese Restaurant features an exquisite decoration, cozy and comfortable dining atmosphere. With its richly experienced executive chef to cook delicate dishes, Kitaya serves as an ideal place for those who wish to entertain friends as well as business partners. Now we have various Sushi at 4.8rmb each only. Add: Dong Jiao Min Xiang, Block A, 2F Novotel Hotel. Tel: (8610) 6513 3366 ext 1885.

Firstar was formally opened on October 11, 2003. It is one of the few super-large catering spots in Beijing with an elaborate outdoor view. The canteen mainly specializes in French cuisine, but its food also bears slight eastern characteristics. It is a premium destination for those who are keen on delicate western food. Address: No.18, Xiaoyun Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. Tel: (8610) 6464 9970 / 6460 1981 Fax: (8610) 6460 1983.

Swallowtail Butterfly Thai Restaurant and Bar
Starting from today, we organize Thai dances each night during 7pm-9pm. You may feast your eyes with exquisite and elegant Thai traditional dances. Address: No. 58 A, Sanlitun South Road, Chaoyang Dist(original Sanlitun car fittings street) TEL: (8610) 6502 5118, 6502 5122.

Bouddha Cafe
The Bouddha Cafe has been opened for over 3 years. It's the earliest bar beside the HouHai lake. Simple furniture and Chinese style adornments make an agreeable and comfortable environment. Add: No.16 Yinding qiao Xicheng district Tel: (8610) 6615 5746

Drum and Bell Cafe
The Cafe is just beside the square which between the Drum and Bell Tower, this woody courtyard sets the big couch and sofa indoor, and some cane chairs in the yard outdoor. The most newly promotion is Summer Wine Tasting Party, get a 12% discount buying wine at Sat nights with VIP card. Add: No.41 Zhong Lou Wan Hutong Dongcheng Dist. Tel: (8610) 8403 3600

Cui Ya Fu Di Tea House
60-day courses on tea art. Various content. Time: July 1-August 31 9:30am-11:30am Tuition: RMB500/person; RMB150 for student with certificate. Add: 6# Annex, NO.1 Donghuashi Da Jie, Chongwen District. TEL: (8610) 6718 9119 Fax: (8610) 6718 9019

Coffee Beanery
The coffee Beanery(1/F); Isabel Bar(2/F). We are the first Coffee Beanery in Beijing. Coffee Beanery is a well-known international franchise headquartered in Michigan, the USA. It is an excellent environment for business meetings, birthday parties etc. Add: S-06-04 SOHO NO.88. Jianguo Road. Tel: (8610) 8580 1360

Mediterraneo
One of the few unique Italian restaurants exclusive to the capital city of Beijing where you may expect to enjoy the most authentic Italian dishes, various Spanish snacks as well as Italian and Spanish sherries. Add: Building 8, 1A North Sanlitun street Chaoyang District Tel:(8610) 6415 3691

Big Boat Restaurant & Bar
We serve Italian food and various refreshments. During Asia Cup, buy 6 true quality beers and get 2 for free, discount card available for bill more than 100rmb. Make friends via SMS. Enjoy combined offer of super-value red wine and foreign wines. Add: No. 8, Sanlitun Street. Tel: (8610) 6416 1633

DownTown
Sited in Sanlitun Bar Street, Down Town has been around for decade. It attracts expatriates and local professionals with delicious food, attentive service & live entertainment. Happy Hour is 10:30-18:30. Add: 26 Sanlitun Rd. Tel: (8610) 6415 2100

Double Bay
The interior of Double is simple and arty with wood carving and glass painting. Classic western food is served with reasonable price. Live band every night. Beautiful lakeside outdoor seats. Add: No.7 DiAnMen, Lotus Lane. Tel: (8610) 6617 1267

The Pink Loft
The Pink Loft provides Southeast Asian flavor cuisines, particularly the Thai style dishes. It is an ideal place for holding business banquet/conference, birthday parties etc. Address: No. 6 Sanlitun South Road, Tel: (8610) 6506 8811

Nina Coffee Bar and Mexican food
The best Mexican and Tex-Mex food in Beijing! Homemade tacos, burritos, enchiladas, even vegan snacks. Average price: RMB40. Also has specialty coffees, cheesecakes, and other goodies. Add: #252 Chengfu Lu. English-speaking staff. Call: (010) 6265 6588.

Zhuang Yuan West Food & Coffee
Five-star restaurant mainly serves western dishes and a variety of drinks. Membership Card holders: 10% discount, CEO Card holders: 20% discount. Every Wed to Sat we offer wonderful Jazz and Blues. Add: 1F, Union Plaza, Chao Yang Men Wai. TEL: (8610) 6588 9120

Peter Pan
We serve authentic Italian pizza and spaghetti. We also deliver food to your door upon request. We arrange outdoor classic music performances at the weekend. Business hours: 7:30am-2:00am Address: No. 5, Building 8, Sanlitun North Road. TEL:(8610) 6465 1661

Tai Hao Wei Thai Restaurant (Use to be Wangfujing Chao Phraya River Thai Restaurant)
The most low-priced Thai restaurant in town. Offers Thai delicacies, but the best choice here is the red curry beef and Thai fragrant rice. Address: No. 107 Chao Yang Men Nei Xiao Jie TEL: (8610) 6402 5346

Ming Lu Teahouse
The first teahouse in Beijing that has been engaged in tea craft based on traditional Chinese culture. Waitresses can show you profound tea art and tea knowledge. Address: No. 14, Xueyuannanlu, Haidian District. TEL: (8610) 6225 0681

Zhu Xi Teahouse
Entering Zhu Xi, you'll be surrounded by the murmuring of water, cheerful birds chirping and leisurely swimming fish, and more noticeably the smiling and elegant tea artists. This is no doubt the best place for tea tasting and sipping. Address: No. 3 Building 43# Yard, Bei San Huan Zhong Lu. TEL: (8610) 8201 4282

Mihunzhen Restaurant
Featuring a perfect combination of simplicity and modernity, this restaurant is the best place for Guizhou dishes. Discount availalbe for lunch/dinner. Business hours: 11:00am-12:00pm. Add: No. 26, Tianze Road, Chaoyang District. Tel: (8610) 8454 5539.

Volga Russian Restaurant
Volga serves Russian dishes cooked by their famous Russian chef, and features Volga and black beers. Guitar/Cello performances. A recent promotion launched has been 'Eat RMB100 worth, and get an RMB20 voucher'. Add: No. 256 Chengfu Road, Haidian District. Tel: (8610) 6257 8995.

Feeling House
Featuring Taizhong-style decorations and simple but excellent western dishes. VIP card holders get preferential treatment! During the International Food Festival, 20% discount can be expected here. Open 9:30am-2:am, Tel: (8610) 8448 9997.

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