Blog Author - Marilyn Mai

Capital Bites: Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Ricci Cafe's Back and Lunch at Bar Veloce, TRB
It's a long work (or school?) week before the holiday, so be sure to keep yourself well-fed. Some suggestions: Jamaican jerk chicken from Rose's new...
Mooncakes: The Good, The Trad(itional) and the Ugly (Part 2)
Sure, you might prefer the moussey tiramisu options and moist mooncupcakes from our...
Mooncakes: The Good, the Trad(itional) and the Ugly (Part 1)
  It’s time for that densest of Chinese cultural treats: mooncakes. Comedian Johnny Carson once said, “The worst gift is a fruitcake. There is only...
Food: Slowin’ it Down and Playin’ it Safe
  If you ever catch yourself whining about living in Beijing, the food supply’s probably not too far behind your pollution woes. This week, you’ll...
Art Attack: Weird Beijing, Chinese Avatars and Snow White Auditions
This week, Matt Holmes of the Beijing Alchemists brings together members of the music community along with artists and thespians to put on a show at...
Bistro Ivi Brings Good Value to Fortune Plaza
You’re not looking for the hippest new joint. You’re tired of spending a hundred kuai on exquisitely crafted bites only to walk away hungry. And you...
Capital Bites: Feast at East Beijing, Starfish Back in Full Swing, Sausages at Cu Ju and Closures
It's a bit of a tumultuous week for certain establishments around town today. For now, just know that all 7-11s are closed today. We'll have a a...
Mastermind: Jeff Powell, Owner of Back Alley Bistro
  “Mastermind” is a regular magazine column in which we quiz a Beijing personality on general knowledge as well as on a subject in which they...
Currant Events: And Now For Some Breaking Mousse
Ever have that dream where you’re flying down a giant slide, except it turns out to be a Pop Tart? Well that’s what I wish would happen with Modo’s...