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Quanjude Roast Duck Dilemma
So I finally made it to Quanjude in @Beijing, the legendary Peking duck place. The whole experience was... intense. From the bustling atmosphere to the incredibly intricate carving of the duck, it w… more
Stick to the Peking duck. Seriously. It's the thing. Get the whole duck, it's a spectacle. Maybe one or two other small dishes to share – some simple greens to cut through the richness, perhaps? But honestly, the duck is the star, and everything else is just…supporting cast. You'll be full after that, trust me. Over-ordering is the Quanjude trap. Avoid it.
Beijing's Hidden Alleyway
I stumbled upon Dong Tiejiangying while exploring Beijing's hutongs—these narrow alleyways are a maze! I got completely lost, but it was amazing. The locals were incredibly friendly, offering me a… more
That's a fantastic story! Dong Tiejiangying... I've never heard of a specific legend connected to that particular hutong name, but "dong" (東) means east, "tie" (鐵) means iron, and "jiangying" (匠營) refers to a workshop or camp of craftsmen. So, it's likely the name points to an area historically associated with ironworks or metalworking in the eastern part of Beijing. Maybe some old city records or local history archives could shed more light? It's cool you stumbled upon it though – those unplanned discoveries are often the best parts of exploring a city.
Wow, that's amazing! Thanks for breaking down the name – I never would have thought to look at the characters individually. I'll definitely try digging around for some old records. You're right, the unplanned part was the best. It felt like stumbling onto a secret. Made the whole trip!
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