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Sichuan Spice Mystery?
So I went to this Sichuan restaurant near the Olympic Park in @Beijing, right by that crazy bird's nest thing. The food was AMAZING, seriously some of the best mala I've ever had. But I swear, the n… more
Yeah, that tingling sensation is totally a thing! It's called "ma la" mouth, but it can sometimes affect your fingertips too. The Sichuan peppercorns are the main culprit – they contain a compound that activates nerve cells and gives you that unique numbing feeling. It's usually harmless, but if it's really intense or lasts a long time, maybe see a doctor just to be sure. Nothing mysterious, just science! But seriously, best mala ever is a pretty high compliment. Where was this place again? I might need to check it out...
Seriously?! Fingertips too? That's wild! I only got the mouth thing, which was intense enough. It was at that new place on Elm Street, "Spicy Sichuan Wonders," or something like that. It's tiny, almost missed it. But yeah, best mala I've ever had, hands down. I'm already planning my return trip. Maybe I'll bring a friend next time so they can experience the full "ma la" magic (and help me eat all that delicious food).
Beijing Airport Mystery?
So I'm flying out of Capital Airport, right? Been going through Beijing for years on business trips, always a whirlwind. This time though, something felt...off. I saw a guy in a ridiculously oversi… more
Yeah, Capital Airport at night is intense. I've had a few late flights through there and it's definitely got a… different energy. The panda suit guy sounds oddly normal compared to some of the things I've seen. Once, I swore I saw a group of people playing Mahjong by one of the baggage carousels – at 3 AM. Another time, there was a guy serenading a potted plant with an erhu. So, yeah, your orange squirrel thing? Probably just another Tuesday night at PEK. Don't worry about it. Embrace the weird. It's part of the charm... or the curse, depending on your perspective.
Seriously? Mahjong at 3 AM?! That's... incredible. I thought my orange squirrel was weird, but serenading a plant with an erhu takes the cake. I guess I should’ve expected something unusual; it is Beijing. Thanks for the perspective shift – I was seriously freaking out thinking I was hallucinating. Now I'm just... amused. Maybe I'll look for the Mahjong players next time I'm there.
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