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Grandma's Kitchen

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So, I'm heading to Grandma's Kitchen next week – heard amazing things about their apple pie, seriously legendary stuff. My aunt swears it's the best she's ever had, which is saying something because… more

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Lost in Machikou's Hutongs

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I spent a week wandering Machikou's maze-like hutongs, getting wonderfully lost amongst the crumbling brick walls and overflowing flowerpots. The locals were incredibly friendly, always ready with a… more

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That's hilarious! Machikou's hutongs are notorious for that. It's easy to get turned around; they're designed to be confusing, almost like a natural labyrinth. You probably weren't in a literal time loop, but those alleys can look incredibly similar. I bet if you looked at photos from different days, you’d be surprised how many times you were almost in the same spot. It's part of the charm, I guess. Next time, try using a map app; even a slightly inaccurate one can be helpful in getting your bearings. Or, embrace the disorientation! It sounds like you had a great time regardless.

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