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Volume 8, issue 45 - November 15, 2004
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Fun and Excitement in Beijing during the Holidays
The holidays are coming and Xianzai is preparing our annual Happy Holidays Newsletter to let you know of all the fun things to do in Beijing during the Christmas, New Year, and Spring Festival Holidays. Learn about great holiday dining deals, family gift-giving specials, and more! To subscribe to this special email newsletter, please visit http://www.xianzai.cn/holidays/.

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Travel Information

Fly on Northwest Airlines®and win a prize!
Enjoy our state-of-the-art Audio Video on Demand (A.V.O.D) system when you fly on one of Northwest Airlines' new A330 aircraft! Choose from a wide selection of entertainment channels - up to 10 movies, 16 music channels, 2 short-subject channels and 3 interactive games from every seat on the plane - even in Economy Class! What's more? We're giving away 30 digital cameras and 300 prizes of 2,000 WorldPerks Bonus Miles to the first 330 customers to book online and complete your travel before December 15, 2004. Terms and Conditions apply. For details and to book your flight, click here.

Spectacular Fares to the U.S. from RMB2,455!
Make that trip you always planned! Take advantage of Northwest Airlines' exclusive fares to Portland, Oregon and other U.S. cities from only RMB2,455. Tickets must be purchased before November 23, 2004 for outbound travel before November 30, 2004. Return by May 31, 2005 blackout dates apply. For details or to book your flight, visit nwa.com/cn or contact the Northwest Reservations office in Beijing at 10-6505-3503 or in Shanghai at 21-6884-6884. You can also contact your favorite travel agent for details. Terms and Conditions apply.

Roundtrip to Chicago from RMB6,880* by United
From 1st until 30th November 2004, you can fly roundtrip Beijing to Chicago from just RMB6,880*. Plus you'll receive a discount booklet that you can use at hotels, museums and participating retail stores. So book now and enjoy Chicago more with United. For reservations or more information, call your travel agent, United on (010)6463-1111. *Terms and Conditions apply.

Cebu Shangri-la Swingaround package returns!
Shangri-la's Mactan Island Resort, Philippines' largest and the most exclusive deluxe resort, gives its guest the ultimate tropical paradise vacation experince. This idyllic resort with its beautiful private beach offers an exciting range of recreation activities and superb cuisine. Book youself to the super value package tours to Cebu through Philippine Airlines. Prices start at CNY3300. For details visit www.philippineairlines.com, or contact our Shanghai office, TEL (021)6279 8765 FAX (021)6279 8762.

CN Travel Service
Bejing---Portland Return: RMB2700; Beijing---Europe Return: RMB5300; Beijing---Bangkok Return: RMB3500; Hongkong Package(Ticket and Hotel): RMB2850. TEL: (8610) 8671 3792/8671 3793/8624 2002. cntravel@public3.bta.net.cn

Enchanting Train Tour To South China Provided By CITS
A special new year gift designed for travellers by CITS: the 12-day train trip covers nearly all the charming cities in the south of China including Hong Kong, Macao, Haikou, Sanya, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Zhuhai. Apart from the beautiful sceneries on their way, tourists can also experience the luxury of shopping! Priced at RMB3390 per person (soft sleeping seat), and RMB 2580 (soft sleeping seat). Departure Date: November 26, 2004. For registration, call 010-85228866

Low Price Air Tickets Offered By Beijing Jinqiao Airline Service
Beijing Jinqiao Airline Service is a professional establishment engaged in air ticket booking for domestic and international travellers. The latest offers of the company include: fly from Beijing to Tokyo single RMB 1650, round RMB 2650; fly to Paris single RMB 3000, round RMB 5700; fly to London single RMB 3000, round RMB4400; fly to Sydney round RMB 4800; fly to Singapore single RMB 1900, round RMB 2950; fly to Hongkong single RMB 1600, round RMB2600. Online service is provided for checking more quotations. For more info, call 010-51668573 or fax: 010-67121028



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Hotel Deals

Stay with Miss World
"Home of Miss World 2004" - Fabulous Final Night Offer, Rates starting at USD 185/night. Experience one of the most anticipated events of the year on December 4th, 2004 -The Miss World Contest 2004 Final. Overnight accommodation at Sheraton Sanya Resort includes Buffet Breakfast for two adults and 10% off prevailing official ticket price to the Final Event at the Beauty Crown Theatre, Sanya. For Reservations: Phone (86) (898) 8855 8239 or Toll-Free on 800 810 3088 Or Email: sanya.res@sheraton.com Visit us at: www.sheraton.com/sanya For Full Package details please click here

Holiday Inn Yalong Bay, the official appointed hotel for International Media Of Miss World Event 2004
Pre-Miss World Sunny Winter Package. From RMB 606++. Package Rate including: One Superior Mountain View Room; Plus RMB 100 for Sea view room; Free airport pick up(One Way); 2 American Buffet Breakfast; Free Laundry of one piece daily; Priority Club Enrollment,earn points for PC Benefits; More... *Terms: Subject to 15% service charge and RMB 11 government tax per person per night; valid date: 22 Oct, to 30 Dec 2004; except from the period of Miss World 12.2-5 and Christmas 12.24-25; from Sunday to Thursday only. Call for details: 0898 - 88565666 - 7103. China Toll-Free Reservation Number: 800 830 6368 or mailto: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com

A New Business Experience
The Holiday Inn Downtown Shanghai is an international 4-star hotel located in the city Center, next to Shanghai's main Railway Station, subway and north-south highway, just 20-minutes drive from Hongqiao Airport and 40-minutes from Pudong Int'l Airport. Our new deluxe business rooms offer a new level of comfort. Introductory rate RMB 700 (with up to 2 complimentary breakfasts) plus 15% surcharge. Prior reservation required. Tel: (86-21) 63538008 Toll-Free No: 8008306368 / E-mail: hidtsha@public8.sta.net.cn www.ichotelsgroup.com

Beijing Rosedale Business Package
428 guest rooms 4-star hotel is fully owned and managed by Rosedale Hotel Management Limited. Within 15 minutes drive to China International Exhibition Center; 20 minutes drive to city center and Beijing International Airport. We are within walking distance to Lido Shopping and Entertainment Center. A full garden view Superior room at USD 85 including one person buffet breakfast, subject to 15% service charge. Please call our Reservation Hotline Number (86 10) 6436 1805 or e-mail: resv@rosedalebj.com for room reservation. Hotel website: www.rosedalebj.com

Education

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.

Executive Mandarin: Beijing's Premier Mandarin Training Institute
Whether you are studying for business or pleasure, we have the expertise to get you communicating effectively. We offer language training for learners of all levels. With over 60 years experience teaching Mandarin we tailor make courses to your needs and schedule. Free trial please call us at (8610) 6561 2486/7/8. Or send email to:learn@ecbeijing.com for a free trial lesson.

Australian International School Beijing (AISB)
AISB is the only school in China teaching an Australian Education Curriculum to students in Years 1 - 7. We offer a comprehensive ESL Immersion Programme for non-native English speakers. We boast the largest International campus in Beijing. AISB offer a comprehensive Mandarin Programme for students in all primary year levels. For more information or upcoming events please click here. Website: www.aisb.cn Tel: 010-84394315/16.


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Relocations

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)

Beijing Tianzheng Home Moving And Freight
With branches set up across the city, Beijing Tianzheng Home Moving & Freight provides 24-hour services to clients including installing and dismantling furniture and air-conditioners; carrying pianos, and packaging. Within 10km-distance, starting price at RMB 120; RMB 180 for single Type 120 piano and RMB 220 for Type 120 plus; Additional RMB 10 charged for each flight of stairs. Additional RMB 30-50 charged for expensive articles including color TV, refrigerator, safe and copycat etc. RMB100-150 for articles weighing 250 kg and over. For more details, call our free hotline: 800-810-1167 or Email:bj@128bj.com

Move Yourself In Beijing And Around
Beijing Stone Moving Service has ten branches spread across the city. Currently, we have 170 vehicles and nearly 700 employees. Services include: moving service for families and enterprises; furniture and storage management, private articles packaging, heavy equipment transference and timing service etc. Within 15km, 2T trucks: RMB 180 per unit, and RMB 160 for individual; 3T trucks: RMB 250; 1T trucks: RMB 140; RMB 10 for each flight of stairs; Additional RMB 30-50 for precious articles. RMB 30-50 for single installation/dismantling; Additional RMB 30 for night work. Address: No. 50 Dong Wei, Chaoyang District Tel: 010-84312266 Fax: 010-84317659 E-mail:stbj@stbj.com.cn

Zhicheng Moving Company
Major service: furniture moving, long and short distance freight; Minor service: office furniture installing and dismantling, filling Fl for air-conditioners and recyling used articles. Operates 24 hours/day and provides service during holidays and festivals. For quotation, call 010-85996126 Address: No. 27 Building, Jintai Road, Chaoyang District


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Health & Fitness

Deals on Beautiful Field Memberships This Month
We offer three classes of membership. The Crystal card holder: annual fee of RMB 3600, enjoy 22% discount; Silver Card holder pays RMB 6000 each year and enjoys 30% discount; Gold Cardholder pays RMB 16000 and get 32% off service bill. We offer professional skin care and beauty service; service is based on membership; featuring advanced skin care concept introduced from Germany. Address: 5F Oriental Silver Building, No. 48 Dongzhimenwai Da Jie, Dongcheng District Tel: 010-84476681

Rich Hair Beauty Salon
Rich Hair Beauty Salon offers world-class hair beauty and hair conditioning products and has invited skilled hair beauty Masters from South Korea to serve our customers. RMB 150 for haircut, RMB 500-750 for dyeing and marcel. Membership cardholder enjoys 20% discount. Reservation required. Address: 3F Yaxing Building, No. 46 Liang Ma Qiao Lu, Chaoyang District. Tel: 010-64634985/64635071.

 

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Jobs

Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
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Job Vacancies at ACE Education Management Co. Ltd.
ACE Education Management Co. Ltd., in co-operation with the Northern Consortium UK, is the leading provider of pre-university preparatory programmes delivered in China for students intending to study at undergraduate or master's level in the UK. The Company is now inviting application for the positions of Management & Research Methods Lecturer and English for Academic purpose Lecturer to start on 6th December. Other lecturing posts are also available on Company website. For application form and details of how to apply, please visit the Company's website at http://www.ace-edu.com/join.asp

TEFL/ESL. Certificated Native English Teachers Wanted [Beijing Institute for New Economy]
Small classes, central location, excellent conditions. For more information please contact with Sunny at: newecon@public3.bta.net.cn Phone: (8610) 8447 6615 / 8447 7020 / 8061 2276.

English Teachers Wanted At Berlitz
Due to expansion, Berlitz is looking for enthusiastic teachers of English. Your students will be from multinational corporations. Part-time and full-time positions available immediately. Must be native English speaker and degree holder. Training in the famous Berlitz method will be provided. Email: hr@berlitz.com.cn

 

Classifieds

For Sale: Gold Membership (12 months) for water-diving and fitness centre.
The Club is minutes by car from the west 2nd ring road. This luxurious club occupies 4,000 sq.m and features the only real water diving pool (7 meter depth) in Beijing. Club members will be assisted by a professional coach who is qualified by PADI and CMAS. The club is also fully equipped with an indoor swimming pool, sauna, yoga, gym center, and free Internet facilities... For more information, please click here or call Don at 13501073171 if you are interested in the membership.

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.

 

Services

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:
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial, Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping, Accounting & financial advise, Office Administration Management Accounting: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash flow Management, Market Growth Strategies, Learning Centre Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation, Internal Process review, Information Management Business Management: Merger & Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy, Business Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions & Divestitures www.lehmanbrown.com Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270 Shanghai Tel: +86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636 Hong Kong Tel: +852 25375425, Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com

Gotovisa
Providing tailored visa services to people who want to go to different countries including the US, Britain, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa etc; Has helped more than 87% of applicants successfully get their visas to the destination countries; Often recommended by embassies of concerned countries as a well-acknowledge establishment. Tel: 010 88149374/ 88148274. Add: Rm 519, Tower C, Fengyu Building, Dinghuisi, Haidian District, Beijing Email: Info@Gotovisa.com

Orient Translation Company Helps You Communicate In Beijing
We are a large professional translation establishment that provides diversified language translation service to major publishing houses, enterprises and individuals; Most well-known for our best-organized work procedures and high quality translation works. Prices range from RMB 130 per thousand words for small quantity of content, and RMB70-80 per thousand words for book translations. Give us a call to find out how we can help localize and communicate in Beijing. Tel: 010-82658060 82658910 82650265

Zhengtai Law Firm
A comprehensive law firm established under the approval of Chinese legislation department. It features a professional staff group including renowned experts, scholars, doctors and excellent graduates from famous universities. Tel: 010-85118701/02/07/08 Fax: 010-65238668 Email: zt148@zt148.com

Manage Your Email Lists With XZList!
Try XZList's easy list service! Our award-winning software has been used in China for over 7 years! It's used by embassies, multinational companies, individuals, and other websites and provides a seamless way to organize and respond to your clients, colleagues, and users. For more information visit http://www.xzlist.com

Community Announcements

YPHHYPHH 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

Wednesday, November 17 - YPHH Happy Hour at Souk, 6:30pm, free
The Happy Hour of November is booked at SOUK. Free beers for first people through the door and Hoegaarden Draft on Special offer for RMB 30 per glass only. Furthermore the already famous Sangria, the Souk Pita Kebab and of course the Lucky Draw with Links Relocations and Evolution Fitness. Bring your name cards for the Happy Networking! More info 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 International Newcomers' Network (INN) is a non-profit, non-political, non-governmental, non-denominational organization set up in 1994. The goal of INN is to reach out to newcomers of all nationalities to provide an opportunity to meet new friends and learn more about living in Beijing. INN meets on the last Monday of each month (except December) at Capital Mansions Athletic Club, 6 Xin Yuan Road, 3rd Floor Function Room from 10.00am - 12 noon. 30 RMB Entrance includes coffee/pastries. Topics change monthly. E-mail: INNBeijing@hotmail.com

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

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

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 language international church for foreign passport holders. Sundays 10:00 a.m., at East Lake Garden Villa, their Clubhouse, 3rd Fl Conference Rooms. Experience worship with abandonment; the Word taught with relevance; and personal Prayer Ministry times. At The River, His presence changes lives! Location: East Lake Garden Villa/Dong Hu Bie Shu, on Dong Zhr Men Wai Jie/Street, 300 meters west of the Canadian and Austalian Embassies. At the Clubhouse, adjacent to the classical Chinese gateway entrance, take the elevator to the 3rd floor conference rooms. 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.

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

 

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Joint Exhibition (November 20-December 30)
Works of Mo Gen and Chen Liu are on display.
Zi Jin Xuan Gallery Tel: 010-65265045

Folk Custom (November 16-21)
China Architectural Culture Exhibition Hall Tel: 010-88082118

Beijing International Toys and Children's Products Show 2004 (November 17-19)
National Agriculture Exhibition Hall Tel: 010-88082118

94th China Cosmetics & Hair Beauty Products Fair (November 18-20)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-88082118

Job Fair 2004 (for Postgraduates) (November 20-21)
National Agriculture Exhibition Hall Tel: 010-88082118

Job Fair 2004 (for all Job Seekers) (November 20-21)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-88082118

Environmental Art (Through November 28)
Photographics, sketches and sculture works on environment are shown.
10AM-6:30PM Tuesday-Sunday Beijing Tokyo Art Projects Tel: 010-84573245

Works On Kitchen (November 11-20)
It says the photos unveil the social changes that take place in China since the Reform and Opening Up.
Fa Fa Gallery Tel: 010-84506888

Selected Oil Painting Exhibition (Till November 18)
Oil paintings of Mr. Zhou Bichu, a contemporary of Xu Beihong and Liu Haili.
Soka Art Center, Room 101, Tower B, Tianhai Business Building, No. 107 Dongsi North Street.

Stone Sculpture (Daily)
Beijing Stone Sculpture Art Museum Tel: 010-62173543

People-Plant-People (November 13-21)
Works of Ren Rong.
Today Art Gallery Tel: 010-64034952

L'Annee De La France En Chine (October 10-November 19)
National Museum Tel: 010-64131321

Charles de Gaulle Life Show (October 1- December 30)
China Millennium Monument Art Hall Tel: 010-68513322

 

Dining Out

Christmas Eve At The St. Regis Beijing @24th December, 2004
There is only one venue to truly celebrate Christmas Eve in style–the Great Hall Ballroom at The St. Regis Beijing. This year our team has put together an experience not to be missed, an occasion that will be hard to forget, with lasting memories of Christmas. The evening commences with pre-dinner cocktails, followed by an exceptional menu, compiled by our Executive Chef and complimented by free flow of fine imported wine, beer, and soft drinks. Also, we have our largest ever Prize Draw. Pre-dinner cocktail: 6:30pm at 1st Floor, Garden Lounge. Dinner: 7:30pm at 2nd Floor, Great Hall Ballroom. Dress Code: Black tie. Price: RMB 2,288 net per person. Christmas Hotline: (8610) 6532 1638.

Flavor of the Season - Hairy Crab from Yang Cheng Lake
Known for its high protein, low cholesterol and rich nutrition, hairy crab is simply an irresistible temptation. Please head on to Capital Hotel Vigor Abalone Restaurant to enjoy the delicious crab at the best crab-time of the year! Male Hairy Crab: RMB168/piece; Female Hairy Crab: RMB148/piece. For reservation, please call (8610) 6512 9988 - 3571. For more information, please log onto our website at www.capitalhotel.com.cn

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.


Sanlitun:

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.

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. 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

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

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

The Loft
Authentic European dishes are prepared by Executive Chef Bob who has worked in Spain and Greece for many years; lately there are DJ shows and stage performance by foreign bands at weekends... Add: No. 4 Gong Ti Bei Lu, Chaoyang Dist. TEL: (8610) 65897877 65850166. More Info via www.theloft.com.cn

Public Space
A bar with typical western decoration, offering simple western dishes and a whole range of drinks. DJ shows all day long. Open 2:00pm-2:00am. Address: No. 50 Sanlitun Road. Tel: 130 0113 5089.

Liang Ma He Restaurant
Located on the river side of Liangmahe, this establishment can hold 120 people for dinner. Mainly serves Chinese food and various drinks. A half price dish is available every Mondy to Friday noon time. Operation Hours: 10:00am-10:00pm, Add: No.2 East to Tayuan Office TEL: (8610) 6464 2365

Pin Ming Xuan
An excellent place to rest and sip tea on the riverside of Liangmahe River. Has a capacity of 60 and is decorated with classical furniture. Offers different kinds of tea and pastries. Operating Hours: 9:00am-12:00pm TEL: (8610) 6464 2365


Chaoyang Park:

MUSE
MUSE represents the marriage of French atmosphere and Vietnamese cuisine. Available are imperial rolls and nems, used as appetizers to beef-onion soups, rice noodles... all for reasonable prices. Add: No. 1 Agricultural Convention S. Road, Chaoyang Park West Gate. Tel: (8610) 6586 3188


Haidian:

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.

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

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.


Nuren Jie:

Shanba Cafe & Lounge
Located inside 'Colorful World' on Women's Street, Shanba Cafe & Lounge features rich classic tastes with a seating capacity of 150,views beautiful outdoor lake scenery from the 1/F & 2/F. During the Internation Food Festival, most cocktails are available with 20% discount. Open: 2:00pm-3:00am TEL: (8610) 8671 5627


HouHai:

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