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Volume 8, issue 5 - January 31, 2005
       
       
       
       
       
       
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Spring Festival, Lunar New Year, and Valentine's Day Newsletter
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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Travel Information

Enjoy California's Early Spring Sunshine With More Offers From Unied
From February 11 through March 31, 2005, purchase and fly a qualifying roundtrip from Beijing to any United destination in California for RMB6000* per person only. Two persons must travel together. You'll earn the following free*: One stopover in San Francisco; Two-night stay in a 4-star hotel twin-room, in San Francisco; Free transfers to and from San Francisco Airport; Free half-day city tour of San Francisco; 2,500 bonus miles* for Mileage Plus members. Registration required at www.united.com/offer/mpa085. Book now. Seats are limited. For more information on this offer or to make reservations, please call your travel agent or United at (8610) 6463 1111. Terms and conditions apply.

Chitwan, one of the world most famous National Parks
Chitwan National Park lies 120 kilometers southwest of Kathmandu and is located in one of Nepal's largest sub-tropical forest regions. The area hosts a wide range of wildlife including the rare great one-horned rhinoceros, several species of deers, sloth bear, leopard, wild boar, fresh water dolphin, crocodile, more than 350 species of birds and the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger listed on the world's endangered species list. Visitors to Chitwan may enjoy elephant back excursions, nature walks, canoe trips, river rafts and other activities suitable for travelers eager to discover nature at its very best. There are several authorized agencies that can organize such safaris and, for more information, go to www.welcomenepal.com or contact our representative in China at (010) 8526 1228/9.

Leisure Trips Around Asia
Six-day VIP trip to Mauritius and Hong Kong costs RMB13800 per person, departs on February 10; Seven-day trip to Thailand and Cambodia costs RMB6880 per person, departs on February 10; Travel to Singapore and Malay by Cruiser costs RMB8500 per person, departs on February 8 and 12; Singapore Make-up Parade Tour costs RMB5980 per person, departs on February 15; Five-day trip to Hong Kong and Macao costs RMB2380 each person, departs daily from February 1 to February 12. 4-day Free Trip to Hong Kong costs RMB2980 each person departing daily through February 12. For more info or reservation, call 800 810 0138

Visit Lu Xun's Hometown in Shaoxing
During the upcoming Spring Festival, Shaoxing will host a large variety of activities for its own citizens as well as people who travel over long distances to visit. The events range from folk performances by writer Lu Xun's countrymen, unique wedding ceremony shows, exciting games such as walking on stilts, and sumptuous food and delicious snacks. Tourists can also expect to visit many famous historical sites including Lu Xun's former home and school as well as appreciate She Xi, a renowned local opera ever depicted by Lu Xun in his novels. For details of the schedules, please contact (0575) 5132080 or 5124580

 



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Hotel Deals

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

 
Health & Fitness

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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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. We are now inviting application for Academic Year 2005/2006. Teaching vacancies including English for Academic Purpose, Management & Research Methods, Business, Chemistry & Biology, Math & Physics. Other lecturing posts are also available on Company website. Closing date: 29th April 2005. For application form and details of how to apply, please visit the Company's website at http://www.ace-edu.com/join.asp

Beijing International School Education Academy
1.English Teachers 2.Education Program Manager wanted. - Looking for enthusiastic teachers of English. Students are from Multinational corporation like BTV, Bayer & others. - Native English Speaker with ESOL/TEFL & degree preferred. - Looking for qualified person to manage & market foreign English Masters Programs on site & online in China. Email: job@bis.edu.cn

Media Executives Needed
Enter the world of electronic media: A leading online publisher in China is expanding and we have vacancies for experienced media executives, good base salary plus commissions. 2 years sales experience (preferably in media), Internet & Web knowledge, and Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Fluent in both written and spoken English and Chinese. Please forward your English resume to chinaonlinepublishing@yahoo.com. Note: Do NOT attach resumes--instead place them in the body of E-mails. Attachments will not be opened.

Marketing Executives Needed
Enter the world of electronic media: A leading online publisher in China is expanding and we have vacancies for experienced marketing executives, good base salary plus performance bonus. Marketing experience (preferably in media), Internet & Web knowledge, and Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Fluent in both written and spoken English and Chinese. Please forward your English resume to chinaonlinepublishing@yahoo.com. Note: Do NOT attach resumes--instead place them in the body of E-mails. Attachments will not be open.

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.

CCC Tour Guide And Interpreter Wanted
CCC is looking for full-time Tour Guide and Interpreter. Requirements: Chinese native or bilingual expatriate; Excellent (spoken) English, broad knowledge and interest in China and its culture; Previous tour guiding experience or joint-venture working background preferred. (Current students not eligible.); Strong interpersonal, leadership & organizational skills. Contact Crystal Ma at crystal@chinesecultureclub.org (Enclose resume, and cc to info@chinesecultureclub.org) or call (8610) 8457-2772 or (8610) 6432-9341.

 

Classifieds

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.

 

Services

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

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

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

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

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 or call 010-64170495 for more information

 

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

West Xia Dynasty Culture Relics Exhibition
155 typical works deemed to best represent the Silver Age of the Western Xia Dynasty are on display. Ticket RMB20/person.
Through March 20. China National Museum. TEL (8610) 6513 8095

Blossom In Spring
In this vigorous February, Ke Chuang Ming Jia Yi Yuan brings out years' classic collections.
February 18 - March 12. Creation Art Gallery TEL (8610) 8561 7570

Glorious Forbidden City
Personal exhibition of Tian Li.
March 12 - 19. Address: Northeast Corner of Ritan Park, Chaoyang District, Beijing. For more info, call (8610) 8561 7570

Cloud And Rain
Works of Cui Xiuwen, Jiang Congyi, Liao Haiying and many more.
Daily 11AM-7PM. Through February 27. Beijing Art Now Gallery TEL (8610) 6551 1632

"Orient Is White"
Paintings by China's most influential young artists including Jia Haoyi, Fang Xiang, Yang Gang and many more.
Through February 8. Creation Art Gallery. TEL (8610) 8561 7570

Discover New Style
Works of artists He Jian, Luo Qing, Xiaohong, Liu Fei and many more.
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

 

Dining Out

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.

Gloria Plaza Hotel Beijing
Nian Gao 1.Double Happiness RMB188 Two Fishes (Large & Small); One box selected tea; One box melon seeds 2.Prosperity Bonanza RMB88 Sampan Herald in the majestic Rooster with our master Chef He specially concocted dishes that symbolized prosperity and all things good for the New Year. Auspiciously priced set menus at RMB1088 subject to a minimum of 10 persons, including a bottle of wine. Special seasonal a la carte items are also available. For reservations, please call (8610) 6515 8855 extension 2155 or 2166.

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