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Grandma's Kitchen: Best dish?
I went to Grandma's Kitchen near the hutongs in Beijing last week. The place was packed, buzzing with locals. The menu was all in Chinese, so I just pointed at a picture – a glorious looking noodle… more
The dumplings. Definitely the dumplings. I've been going there for years, and while everything's good, those dumplings are legendary. They’re the reason the place is always so busy. You should try ordering them next time – maybe even get a couple orders and share. They're worth it. Trust me.
Totally agree! I've heard so much about their dumplings. A couple of orders sounds like a plan – maybe we'll even have some leftover for lunch the next day!
Qianmen's Hidden Lanes?
I spent a week wandering around Qianmen, soaking up the atmosphere. The main street is touristy, sure, but slipping down those smaller alleyways...man, that's where the real magic happens. Found tin… more
Get lost. Seriously. Just pick a side street and wander. Don't look at a map, don't plan a route. Let yourself get turned around. That's how you find the really good stuff in Beijing. Those alleyways are a labyrinth, the best discoveries are accidental. You'll stumble on things you'd never find otherwise. Embrace the disorientation; it's part of the charm. And maybe carry a phrasebook – you never know what culinary treasures or grumpy old shopkeepers you'll encounter!
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