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We just finished celebrating holidays in December
and now there are more reasons to celebrate. We are preparing
our annual Happy Holidays Newsletter to let you know of
all the fun things to do in Beijing during the Lunar New
Year, Spring Festival, and Valentine's Day Holidays. Learn
about great holiday dining deals, family excursion specials,
and more! To subscribe to this special email newsletter,
please visit http://www.xianzai.cn/holidays/
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Are You?!
Each month, YPHH organizes Happy Networking Events at bars
and restaurants in Beijing. Visit www.yphh.com
for more info and check back each week to see if you are
pictured here!
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Travel Information |
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United
'Buy 1 Get 1 Free' Chinese New Year Special Offer
United is offering a surprising gift opportunity
in the Chinese New Year. From now through February
28, 2005, purchase one full-fare United First or
United Business roundtrip ticket from Beijing or
Shanghai to the U.S. (via San Francisco only) and
earn a free United Economy roundtrip ticket from
Beijing or Shanghai to the U.S. Book now. Seats
are limited. For more information on this offer
or to make reservations, please call your travel
agent or United at 800-810-8282. Terms and conditions
apply.
 Pokhara
- An Enchanted Paradise in Nepal
Pokhara, nestled in a tranquil valley
surrounded by the spectacular Himalayas, is also
known as the "Gateway to the World of Adventure".
Its natural beauty, enhanced by the clear blue waters
of Phewa Lake, and the breathtaking views of the
magnificent Machhapurchre (Fish Tail) peak, make
Pokhara a true paradise on Earth. From Pokhara,
the way leads to the Royal Chitwan National Park,
one of the best national parks in Asia, and Lumbini,
the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Further to the North
are the highest points in the Himalaya and the Tibetan
Plateau. For more information on the wonders offered
by Nepal, go to www.welcomenepal.com
Insider's
Guide to Beijing
The 640-page Insider's Guide to Beijing
is a trove of information about the city you can't
find elsewhere ... on topics like housing, schools,
giving birth and buying a car, as well as wining,
dining and just having fun. Illustrated with over
600 photos and seasoned with 116 sidebars, this
tome contains all you need to get the most out of
life in Beijing -- and put more back into it. Best
of all, the book costs only RMB 50. Order your copy
this very moment for immediate delivery in Beijing
(distribution@thatsbj.com,
010 - 6554 5631) or look for it in bookstores around
town. Overseas buyers can purchase it on Amazon.com.
CN
Travel Service
Bejing - West Coast Return: RMB4400; Beijing
- Europe Return: RMB4300; Beijing - Bangkok Return:
RMB2800; Beijing - Tokyo Return: RMB2500. TEL: (8610)
6504 4079 /8671 3792 /8671 3793. cntravel@public3.bta.net.cn
Classic
Travel Routes To Europe
Travel to Spain, Finland and Sweden by
five-star luxurious ocean cruiser: depart on February
9, cost RMB15300 per person; Luxurious tour to Greece,
Italy and Vatican City: leave on February 9 &11,
costs RMB17500 per person; Self-help Romantic Ski
Tour to France: leave on February 8, cost RMB13000-15300
per person; Five Nation Tour to Germany, France,
Netherland, Belgium and Luxemburg: set off on February
4, cost RMB8500 per person. A rich variety of other
travel routes are on offer. Please contact China
Nationality Travel Service at (8610) 6606 9265/6606
9234 or register at the office at Rm 104, NO. 127
(A) Xinwenhua Street, Xicheng District, Beijing.
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Hotel Deals |
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 Sofitel
Boao Chinese New Year Special Package from RMB2160
/ night only
From Feb 8th to 15th 2005 Chinese New
Year Offerings at Sofitel Boao for you to experience
the ultimate in comfort, luxury and service! Unlimited
use of Hot Spring Spa and Hot Spring swimming
pool; 20% discount on Leisure facilities; Shuttle
bus transfers to and from various islands and
beaches for sightseeing; free cooking and sport
classes; a series of activities at the Funland
for kids; welcome drink, fruit basket and in-room
coffee/tea and so on. Superior Room. from RMB
2160 / night. Call 0898-6296 6888, Fax: 0898-6296
6109 or sales@sofitelboao.com
 Great
Rates. Great Rewards. Great Reasons to Stay At
Hilton
Rates from as low as USD 60. Complimentary
breakfast. Late check-out until 4 pm. And free
dinner for the kids! Our Great Asia Deals gives
you a host of reasons to book your room today
at 5 locations all over China from 01 December
2004 to 28 February 2005. There's never been a
better time to stay at Hilton. Hilton Beijing
from USD 109, Hilton Chongqing from USD 60, Hilton
Nanjing from RMB 530, Hilton Shanghai from USD
129, Hilton Shenzhen from RMB 688. Book now. Visit
www.hilton.com/AsiaDeals
or call toll-free and request Plan Code AJ. PR
China - 800 820 0600 Hong Kong - 800 96 8391.
 Come
home to Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya
The best sea view riding into the ocean,
the green steps riding to the sun, Exclusive surrounding
for banquet and meeting. The best professional
and friendly service. Spring Festival Room Rate
from RMB1,438.00 up (8th February,05 and 15th
February,05), RMB3,788.00 up (9th February to
14th February,05). Above room rate are inclusive
of 15% service charge, but subject to rmb11 /pax
/night/Rm Government Tax / Minimum stay 4 nights.
China Toll-Free Reservation No.:800 830 6368 Reservation
Tel: 0898-8856 5666 - 7103. Reservation Fax: 0898-8856
6165 / 8856 6030 E-mail: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com.
Global website: www.ichotelsgroup.com
 Mandarin
Club Room Promotion
From today until February 28 2005, the
5-star Shanghai JC Mandarin is offering a special
promotion for the Mandarin Club rooms form RMB1270+
per room per night onwards. Guests can enjoy a
host of Executive Club Room benefits, such as
access to the exclusive Club Lounge, daily breakfast,
all day refreshments and evening cocktail just
to name a few......limited rooms are available
for this offer and room confirmation is subject
to availability! The above rate is subject to
15% surcharge. For reservation, Tel: (8621) 6279
1888.
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Education |
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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.
 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
offer a high student to teacher ratio. Facilities
include, four basketball courts, two tennis courts,
a 400 metre professional running track, and a
football field. We boast the largest International
campus in Beijing. AISB offer a comprehensive
Mandarin Programme for students in all primary
year levels. We also provide Academic
Scholarships
for the upcoming term. Website: www.aisb.cn
Tel: 010-84394315/16 email: xujing@aisb.cn
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Relocations |
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 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)
Order
A Beautiful Office With Greenspace Construction &
Design Company
Beijing Greenspace Construction and Design
Co., Ltd is a professional establishment engaged in
design and decoration of office buildings and hotels.
Service fee is based on space and what kind of material
the customer choose. Address: 13F, Tower A, Lanchou
Mingzuo, Jiqingli, Chaoyang District. Tel: 010-65518880
Fax: 010-65518884
Beijing
Yongshengxin Relocation Company
With over a decade's experience, we have grown
into a qualified moving service provider with more than
a dozen trucks and a team of well-trained staff. Our
service includes freight, air-conditioner installation
and dismantling, cleaning, and tube dredging. RMB150
starting price for family clients and RMB180 for enterprises;
Additional RMB4 charged for each 1km when the distance
is beyond 10km. Piano moving: RMB180 for piano typed
120, RMB250 for those over type 120. For quatotions
of particular services, please contact our office most
convenient to you: Yayuncun (010-64950567), Sunrise
Park (010-65024427), Jinsong (010-87379537)
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Property and Real Estate |
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A
new two-bedroom apartment for rent!
A Brand new two bedroom apartment with
complete decoration (wood floor). It's located
east to the Chaoyang Park, 15 minutes to China
World. Total area of 87.58s.m. Main bedroom is15sq,
with a huge balcony facing south. Small bedroom
is 10s.m facing west. Sitting room is 18.9s.m
with a small balcony facing west. The apartment
is fully equipped with furniture, home electronics
and air-con in each room. The property provides
24-hour hot water, Broad band. Nirvana gym downstairs
is perfect spot for your fitness. Rental: RMB4000/month.
Interested? Drop a line to krissy_huo@yahoo.com or krissy_huo@hotmail.com
Luxurious
One-bedroom Apartment in Sun City For Rent
The one-bedroom apartment is conviently
located at Dongsi Shitiao, just five minutes'
walk to the Dongsi Shitiao Subway Station. It
features splendid inside decoration with a complete
set of home appliances and 24-hour hot water supply.
There is also a wonderful club for you to relax
after work. RMB5500/month. If you'are interested,
please call Cely at (8610) 8090 3683
Beyond
The Clouds-Ideal House On Hot Sale
Beyond the Clouds is located at SiJiQingQiao
Bridge by the West Fourth Ring Road. It features
large and spacious apartments ranging 200-300
square meters and is just a few miles from Guoling
Golf Club. The advantageous location makes its
residents not only able to reach every corner
of the city within a short time, but also experience
a quality life bestowed by both nature and consummate
infrustructure. RMB8000/square meter. Purchase
Hotline: (8610) 8460 0066/77 |
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Health & Fitness |
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 Let
Your Feet Relax With Us!
By combining the essences of an ancient
foot bath with the real foot complexities of modern
people, Beijing Tianhe Liangzi Fitness center
has carved out a unique method for foot care,
in which all the reflector areas of the feet are
stimulated by massage so as to regulate people's
internal circulation systems for the purpose of
making them work normally, eliminating weariness
and removing disease. Average cost: RMB150/time.
Open from 11am-2am. Address: 2F, Jinzhiqiao Building,
NO. (A) 1, Jianwai Dajie, Beijing. For more information,
please call Kenneth at 138 11482058 or send email
to kenneth_cao@sina.com
Beijing
Natural Fitness Center Makes Your Resolutions
Come True
Is your new year's resolution to get
into shape? Our spa can help you. By joining us,
you are given a privilege to apply for a passport
for travel and healthcare abroad. Our unique service
includes beauty and breast SPA. Right now, our
New Year card is on hot sale. RMB500/10 times,
RMB800/20 times, RMB900/30 times; Monthly Card
RMB600, Bimonthly Card RMB900. Address: #1 Building,
Huilongguan Fengyayuan, Changping District Beijing.
Tel: 010-81710072
Beijing
Tongren Eye Hospital
Beijing Tongren Eye Hospital enjoys
a high reputation both home and abroad with its
expertise in diagnosing and treating various complicated
ophthalmological diseases. Currently there are
187 beds, 96 experienced doctors and 91 skillful
nurses in the center. Most of the doctors here
are Master degree or above holders. The main services
of the center include glaucoma and external eye
injury treatment; cataract and short sight cure;
laser treatment, cornea transplant and plastic
surgery. Address: No. 1 Dongjiao Minxiang, Dongcheng
District. For more information, please contact
(8610) 5826 9911
Beijing
One Scenery Plastic Surgery Outpatient Department
We are among the first group of medical
institutions approved by the Public Health Department
to be involved in beauty and plastic surgery after
China's entry to the WTO. Just like our name,
our cozy and comfortable room looks like a beautiful
scenery and we are committed to making you the
same beautiful as well. We guarantee all patients
to recover within one week after the safe and
pain-free operation conducted by our professional
medical team. Featured services: wrinkle elimination,
mandible beauty, nasal beauty, eye pouch removal,
breast pliming, weight reduction and shaping.
Address: 1F Linda Plaza, No. 8 Dong Tu Cheng Lu,
Chaoyang District. 24-hour Consulting Hotline:
(8610) 6446 2800/6446 2801
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Jobs |
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Check
for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada
Job
Vacancies At Berlitz
*Teachers for kids: Wanted immediately,
kindergarten teachers; To teach Berlitz/Sesame Street
English to 3-5 year olds; Good pay and conditions;
Experience preferred, but provided you are outgoing
and like kids, we will train you. *Teachers for
adults: Experienced teachers wanted for special
project; Excellent pay; One year contract. For more
information please contact us at (8610) 6593 0478
/ 6508 0244 / 6508 0255 or mailto: valbates@berlitz.com.cn
or visit our website: www.berlitz.com.cn
Job
Vacancies At ISB
International School of Beijing has openings
for current year and 2005-2006, please visit our
website at www.isb.bj.edu.cn/employment.html
for details.
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(diameter) Satellite Dish and TV Receiver for Sale
Receiving: CNN, HBO, ESPN, AXN, CNBC,
Cinemax, BBC, NHK, DW, and Star world etc. More
than 50 channels. Price starts from RMB4200 including
installation. Please contact Michael, E-mail: inlainse@sohu.com
Local
NGO Urgently Needs Computer
People LINK, a small local non-profit organization
providing social work services (including supporting
other NGOs with professional consulting and training),
is desperately in need of a decent computer. We
need to go online, plus use all the usual Office
software. If you can help us out, either with a
new or used donation, or if you have any enquiries,
please contact: link_beijing@yahoo.co.uk
or Tel: 010-62062348.
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. |
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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,
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Solutions: Systems Implementation, Internal Process
review, Information Management Business Management:
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Strategy, Business Due Diligence, Mergers &
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E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com,
shanghai@lehmanbrown.com,
hongkong@lehmanbrown.com
 Computer
Network Installation and Security
Call CANDIS for free network audits. Are
your network, email and web servers secure from
viruses and hackers? In Beijing, Shanghai and Hong
Kong, CANDIS specializes in systems integration
and labor outsourcing, www.candis.com.cn.
Phone: 010-6568-0876; email: audits@candis.com.cn
Create
A New Image With Botao Tailored Uniforms
Botao Garments Manufacturing Company is
mainly engaged in creating stylish uniforms for
businessmen and women. Our company's primary wish
is to make you look more professional with our state-of-art
tailored workshop. Address: No. 19, Litianlu, Banbidian,
Capital Airport Road South, Shunyi District. Tel:
010-81461565 Email: botao.uniform@263.net.cn
Jiawenbo
Translation Company
Jiawenbo Translation Company is one of
the largest writing and translating companies in
Beijing. We have a professional team of noted professors,
doctors and visiting scholars from abroad who are
not only proficient in language, but also familiar
with overseas education system so that we are able
to provide tailored writing and translation service
to those who are eager to study or work abroad.
RMB2500 for writing a personal statement and three
reference letters. RMB250 per thousand Chinese characters
translation. For more info, call 010-58876027 |
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Community Announcements |
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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
Wednesday,
January 26 - YPHH Wine by the Bottle with
Torres
A new Wine by the Bottle event at a different environment.
The wines are from Torres and they will give you
choice of a special selection. Latinos is the venue
with live music around 9pm. Entrance is free and
we invite you to join to drink delicious wine with
colleagues and (new) friends. More info on http://www.yphh.com
Sunday,
January 30 - YPHH Ski Trip to Nanshan
YPHH goes skiing again on Sunday, January
30. We will leave at 9:30am and offer you a whole
package incl. bus transfer, entrance, ski-pass,
ski/snowboard-rent, locker and clothing, lunch and
dinner and drinks during the day and evening. Cost
per person is RMB 480 only! More information via
http://www.yphh.com
Winter
Indoor Soccer Coaching Courses at the ISB Soccer
Academy- the course begins in the week
of the 17th January. Classes are coached by ClubFootball's
FA-qualified coaches and are open to kids from ages
4 to 18 from all schools in Beijing. For course
information, please see www.clubfootball.com.cn,
or to receive materials by E-mail please call 6417
0495 or mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com. Places are limited so please register asap!"
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 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
Beijing
Macintosh User Group: Mac user in Beijing,
or interested in the Apple Macintosh? We're here
to help and to network. Join us for monthly meetings,
and visit our website to keep tabs with the latest
Apple Macintosh news. The Beijing Macintosh User
Group is Beijing's international Macintosh user
group. http://www.beimac.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
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Group Exhibition
Oil paintings, sculptures, and lithographs by the
following artists: Lu Hao, Ma Liuming, Shi Jing,
Xu Yihui and Zhang Dali.
11AM-7PM January 24. Chinese Contemporary Beijing
TEL (8610) 8456 2421
"Orient
Is White"
Paintings by China's most influential young artists
including Jia Haoyi, Fang Xiang, Yang Gang and many
more.
Through February 8. Ke Chuang Ming Jia Yi Yuan.
TEL (8610) 8561 7570
Ke Luo
World
Copy of masterpieces paintings are on display.
Through January 30. TEL (8610) 8561 7570
"Footstep"
Sculpture Group
This is the 5th round of exhibition of the sculpture
group. They are supposed to give you a brand new
visual pleasure.
Through January 29. Address: Xuan Te Qu, Shilibao,
Chaoyang District, Beijing. TEL (8610) 6590 1679
Li Songsong's
Personal Works Exhibition
Li Songsong is a young artist of the 70's. His works
is best known for the expression of objectivity.
Through January 30. Art File Stockhouse TEL (8610)
8456 5152
Discover
New Style
Works of artists He Jian, Luo Qing, Xiaohong, Liu
Fei and many more are on display.
Through February 5. 10:30AM-18:30PM, Tuesday through
Sunday. Beijing Season's Gallery TEL (8610) 6431
1900
Dream
Factory Publish Heap
Through February 5. Tokyo Art Gallery Beijing. TEL
(8610) 8457 3245
Colorful
Pearl & Emerald From Yunnan
Till February 26. Beijing Qi Cai Yunnan Jade &
Jewellery Mall. Address: No. 26 Yuetai North Street,
Xicheng District, Beijing. TEL (8610) 5856 6060
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Dining Out |
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 Kempinski
Hotel
*Welcome the Chinese New Year of "Year
of the Rooster Party" in Kempinski Hotel Jade
Ballroom on the 8th of February 2005 at 18:30. Rmb
388.00net per person including free flow of local
wine, beer, soft drinks and Chinese set menu with
live music, lucky draw and lion dance. Buy ten tickets
will receive one free. For more information please
call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4075. *Join the German
Tradition! Klaus and Klaus Live in Concert and the
traditional German Curly Kale Dinner (Grunkohl)
on Saturday 29th of January 2005 from 18.00 PM at
the Kempinski Hotel Beijing. Tickets available for
388,00 RMB incl. Live Concert, Food and Drinks.
For information call (8610) 6465 3388 ext 4075.
Curry
Storm Festival
Cafe Restaurant - 1st floor at Days Hotel
& Suites Beijing. Curry specialties from South
Asia: Tandori Chicken, Vegetable Samosa. Naan Bread
from India, Chicken Madras, Indonesian Shrimp Salad,
Thai Seafood Curry & glass Noodle Salad, Lamb
Curry from Malaysia. Roti Pratha from India. Time:
Every Friday 18:00 - 22:00. RMB 98 per person,subject
to 15% service charge. For reservation, please call:
(8610) 6773 1234 ext. 3930.
 Celebrate
Chinese New Year
To usher in the new spring and celebrate
the Chinese New Year, Capital Hotel has lined up
a fascinating array of festival activities: Spring
Festival Family Reunion Set Menu (RMB1288; 3888
and 5888 per table) at the Capital Vigor Abalone
Restaurant, Dumpling Feast at the Garden View (RMB500
for 4-6 pax; 800 for 8-10 pax) and etc. For more
information, please log onto our website at www.capitalhotel.com.cn.
For reservations, please dial: (8610) 6512 9988–3240/3571/3066.
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
Set Menu for Lovers priced at RMB298.
Also provide separately-ordered menu and a bottle
of sherry goes for advanced bookers. Add: No. 58
(A) Sanlitun South Road. TEL (8610) 6502 5118.
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)
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