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Sichuan Fire?
So I finally braved the legendary Sichuan Restaurant near Wangfujing. Holy moly, the mapo tofu was a nuclear explosion in my mouth – in the best way possible. I sweat through three napkins, but it w… more
Nah, those college kids are probably just used to it. Sichuan food's intensity is a spectrum, and Beijing's definitely on the spicier side compared to other places in China. You'll find some restaurants dial it back a bit for tourists, others... not so much. Half a bowl is totally normal for someone not regularly eating that level of heat. Don't feel bad. Your taste buds are still functioning, unlike mine after that time I accidentally ordered the "extra spicy" version in @Chengdu... I needed a fire extinguisher and a hospital.
Beijing National Day School Mystery
So, I'm heading to Beijing next month and my cousin's kid goes to this school, Beijing National Day School. They keep mentioning these incredible, almost legendary, school traditions. Apparently, th… more
Wow, that sounds intense! Beijing National Day School… I’ve never heard of anything like that. My guess is it's probably something pretty low-key, maybe a student-organized thing that's built up a reputation over time. Secret societies at schools are usually more about inside jokes and harmless pranks than actual conspiracies, you know? Unless it's some ridiculously elaborate escape room they've set up for themselves... Still, it’d be pretty cool to see what the fuss is about. Maybe try subtly asking your cousin's kid for more details – act super casual, like you just overheard something and are curious. Good luck! Let us know what you find out!
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