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Volume 8, issue 46 - November 22, 2004
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Elvis Story – A Magic Moment
Since 1995, during the summer season, Le Capitole de Quebec has produced an unforgettable show entitled THE ELVIS STORY. This remarkable musical production relates the best moments of Elvis Presley's life and his career. Long Live The King. Elvis is back, live and in-person, the best Elvis show ever, right here in Beijing at the Poly Theater, November 25-28, 7:30 PM. To purchase tickets through Cherry Lane, please call: 13501251303. Price: RMB1200, RMB1000, RMB800, RMB600, RMB400.

Greater China Card (GCC): a card of great value and unique benefits when traveling in Hong Kong and China!
Shopping, health clubs, restaurants and other entertainment discounts for over 4,000 outlets in all the major cities in China and Hong Kong. Enjoy special discount and superb dining environment during race days in HK Jockey Club - Shatin. Discounted golf packages in S. China and free golf insurance for early sign-ups. 24-hour worldwide card loss reporting service gives you peace of mind. Great discount for online/toll-free hotel, airline and car rental bookings. Other value-added services: travel guides, tour selection, conference organization, bonus point awards and more for only USD50 per year.For full details please visit www.greaterchinacard.com, or call (852) 3198 2588 for enquiries, to purchase card please click here.

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.

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.

Air China Providing New Year Charter Flight Service
In order to welcome the 2005 New Year and give a brand new experience to whose who are longing to spend their New Year in Japan and participate in the shopping promotions there, Air China works with Air China International Travel Service to launch this special charter flight service. Price: RMB 6750/person. RMB 6550 for registration before November 25, 2004. The trip will start on December 30, 2004 and last till January 3, 2005. Deadline for registration: December 15. For more info, call 010-84475234.

Special Offer By China Jinqiao Travel Service
Starting now till February 28, 2005, a series of preferentials will be offered to tourists who pay their travel fee for specified European route organized by China Jinqiao Travel Service with the Great Wall Euro-dollar Card of Bank of China. 1. RMB 500 discount off the travel price; 2. People consuming Euro dollar 1,500 with the above card can have a lucky draw and win a RMB (face value) 5000 travel ticket to Hongkong. For details, contact 010-65888512



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Hotel Deals

Riyuegu Hotsprings Resort
Celebrate Christmas and New Year's in style at the Riyuegu Hotsprings Resort in Xiamen. Two exciting packages to select from for a-3 days 2 nights stay. Christmas Eve package includes 2 nights accommodation with breakfast, roundtrip airport transfers, welcome drink and fruit, Christmas Eve dinner and Hotspring ticket at RMB1788 for 2 persons. New Year's Eve package is similar to the above at RMB1688 for 2 persons. Prices are subject to 4% tax. For more details, please visit our website at www.riyuegu.com. For reservations, please feel free to contact us at (0592) 631 2222, by fax at (0592) 631 9222 or by email at sales@riyuegu.com

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)
Australian International School of Beijing will be offering two-twelve month academic scholarships for grades 1-7. AISB is the only school in Beijing offering an Australian Education Curriculum to students in years 1-7. Please join us for a FREE parents information evening seminar on the 29th of November at the Capital Club @ Capital Mansion. The focus of the evening will be to introduce prospective parents to our new school. We also introduce our new Academic Scholarships for the upcoming term. For more information on the upcoming event please visit our website @ www.aisb.cn or email sarah@aisb.cn tel: (8610) 8493 4315.


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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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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.

Townhouse For Rent
175 square meters. 10 minutes from ISB and 15 minutes from the airport. Three bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sauna. Great neighborhood. Cable and broadband equipped. Indoor Pool and fitness center in complex. Newly renovated and furnished. USD 500.00 per month or best offer. Contact 13910821245 or pmc@public.bta.net.cn

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.


Office Share Available
Office share available near SOHO New Town in the CBD. Beautifully furnished, relaxed environment. All office amenities: desks, chairs, phones, fax and internet/wireless access. Very convenient location, with subway and ring road access. Minimum 3 month commitment. Long term available. Mobile: (86) 13311317520 E-mail: james@antique-chinese-furniture.com

 

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

Wed. Nov. 24 - YPHH Wine by the Bottle at Handsome Cafe, 6:30pm
Another Wine by the Bottle event on this Wednesday. Fonko is the sponsor of the wines and has 2 wines for RMB 50 per bottle only and 5 more for RMB 100 per bottle. Entrance is free and you can also drink other drinks or choose something to eat from the friendly priced Italian menu. More info on http://www.yphh.com

St. David's Society Beijing
There will be a meeting of people interested in setting up a St. David's Society in Beijing at Frank's Bar on Wednesday 24th November at 6.30 p.m. The plan is to discuss forming the Society and make arrangements towards celebrating St. David's day on 1st March. For further information please contact stdavidsbj@yahoo.co.uk or telephone Chris on 133 0123 2959 or Gil on 137 0106 4111

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.

Shunyi Family Clinic Coffee Morning
BJU's Shunyi Clinic invites you..... Date: Tuesday, November 30th, 2004. Time: 9:30am - 11:30am. Location: Beijing United Family Clinic - Shunyi. Pinnacle Plaza, Unit # 818, Tian Zhu Real Estate Development Zone, Shunyi District. *Coffee, tea and snack foods will be served. For more information please call (8610) 8046 5432.

5th Annual BJU Charity Toy / Clothing Drive
If you want happiness for a Lifetime - help someone else! Date: December 1-31, 2004. Location: Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics, Lobby. No. 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. Benefiting: Jiaozuo Orphanage; Bethel Foster Home; Blue Sky Foster Home. Children's Wish List: Shape sorters, Coloring books, CDs and Cassette Tapes (for English learning), Blocks, Tricycles, Soft rubber balls. For more information please contact Gina Gu gu.gang@ufh.com.cn (8610) 6433 3962 ext. 389.

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

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

Arts from Mongolia (November 23-25)
The vibrant colors of the Mongolia's seasons and landscapes come alive in Dorjgotov Otgonbaatar's first-ever China exhibition.
Yan Club Tel: 010-84573506

Digital Art (November 24-27)
Red Gate Gallery Tel: 010-65251005

China (Beijing) International Leather/Shoes/Case Exhibition (November 23-25)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-84600181

China International Clothes Manufacturers Show (November 23-25)
China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall Tel: 010-65052288#86780

3rd China (Beijing) International Green Building Material Exhibition (November 24-27)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-84600181

International Door & Window Exposition (November 24-27)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-84600181

South Korea Design (November 24-27)
The China Millennium Monument Art Hall Tel: 010-68513322

China International Home Medical And Health Care Products Exposition (November 26-28)
China National Agriculture Exhibition Hall Tel: 010-65018877-6688

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

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

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

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

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