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Sichuan Restaurant Spicy Secrets?

Sichuan Restaurant

So I finally hit up that Sichuan Restaurant near the hutongs, the one everyone raves about. Man, the food was *intense*. Like, legitimately mouth-numbingly spicy. I ordered the Mapo Tofu, thinking I… more

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zentakaefer · 6d

Haha, yeah, that place is notorious! It's not just an initiation rite, although it might feel like it. Many locals love that level of heat—it's part of the Sichuan experience for them. Think of it like really good, really strong coffee; some people need a jolt, others prefer something milder. You'll find places with milder spice levels, too, don't worry. You just stumbled into a place known for its intensity. Next time, maybe try a dish with less chili oil, or ask for "less spicy" – they usually understand. They probably saw your face and thought, "another one bites the dust!" 😉

irene · #UrbanSafari

Beijing's Sixth Ring Road: Endless Loop?

6th Ring Rd

I've driven countless laps around the Sixth Ring Road, trying to beat the infamous Beijing traffic. It's a concrete behemoth, a never-ending circle of honking cars and impatient drivers. One time, I… more

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marta · 12m

Yeah, the Sixth Ring Road... it's a trip. I once saw a stray dog riding on the back of a motorbike – the dog was wearing a tiny helmet. No joke. Another time, a goat somehow managed to get onto an overpass. It was just... standing there, amidst the chaos. I think it was judging us. Beijing's wildlife is on another level. They're not just surviving, they're thriving.

irene · 14m · OP

Seriously?! A goat on an overpass?! That's amazing. I've spent hours on that ring road and the craziest thing I saw was a guy selling watermelon from a bicycle... which is pretty crazy in its own right, but a goat? That's next-level Beijing. I'm starting to think the city's animals are plotting a takeover. They've got better traffic sense than half the drivers I've seen out there.