Throwback Thursday: No More DIY Bowlcuts!
I guess the DIY bowl cut is a rite of passage for every Asian kid. Now that I gave my daughter a DIY bowlcut, never again!
Browsing: Lifestyle Guides
Calling All Coffeeholics: A Guide to Getting Coffee in Beijing
Whether you’re a student with a syllabus to conquer, an avid reader of fiction, or simply someone who likes to sit and enjoy, there are many ways to get your cup of joe in Beijing no matter the time of day.
Hit The Road Jack!: Moving House In Beijing
You would think this is a foolproof way of getting a perfect house. But as I discovered on my first outing with an agent from one of the popular renting apps, catfishing isn’t just restricted to dating sites. We agreed to meet so that he could show me an apartment I’d set my heart on, only to be taken to a different apartment entirely. Had it been as good as the one I’d seen, I wouldn’t have had a reason to complain.
So Ayi Wants to Stay for CNY. Now What?
This year’s CNY is going to be different from past years. There’s less travel and that could mean spending the holiday with ayi.
Set a Course for 2021 With Free ‘Year Compass’ Workbook
One of my favorite New Year traditions has nothing to do with drinking champagne and dancing to terrible music, it’s completing a Year Compass booklet.
Make the Most of Beijing’s Ultimate Family Guide
Make the most of your family time in Beijing with www.beijingkids.com
Grateful For It All: How To Take Part in The 30-Day Gratitude Challenge
2020 is almost over, and though we might be a little worse for wear, we still made it through and that enough reason to be grateful.
A Little Pre-Baby Pampering: Blissful Spa Day for Mom-To-Be
Just because there’s a baby on the way doesn’t mean that you can’t spend some quality time with your bestie.
To Friend or Not to Friend Your Landlord
Although they are increasingly rare, we do still sometimes hear of rental horror stories in Beijing, caused by cultural and linguistic differences, misunderstandings, and even crafty real estate practices.
Clear and Present Danger: Five Things You Should Never Give as a Gift in China
Not all gifts will be welcomed in China. Have you made one of these top five mistakes?