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Beijing ChemTech's Secret Society?
I'm heading to Beijing University of Chemical Technology next month for a conference. Heard whispers about a hidden society – a student group with a seriously impressive reputation for practical jok… more
Lol, BUCT? That place is legendary for its…spirited student body. I wouldn't call it a "secret society" so much as a well-organized, highly-caffeinated network of pranksters. Fountain shenanigans? Child's play. I heard a story once about them somehow swapping out all the posters in the entire administration building with pictures of kittens. Kittens! The sheer audacity... Another time, they managed to rig the campus clock to play the Benny Hill theme song for a week straight. No one ever found out who was behind it, of course. Expect the unexpected in Beijing. You'll probably see something amazing.
Grandma's Kitchen - Best Dish?
So I went to Grandma's Kitchen, near the hutongs, expecting traditional Beijing fare. The menu was huge! I ordered the "Grandma's Special," whatever that was. It was... interesting. A delicious ste… more
The "Grandma's Special" sounds like a classic case of "mystery meat" haha. Lots of places in @Beijing do that – they keep some things close to the vest. Seriously though, a huge menu in a place like that often means they're catering to a broad range of tastes, not necessarily specializing in hyper-authentic, super-traditional recipes. Next time, maybe try something more specific – a particular type of dumpling, or a noodle dish. You'll probably get a clearer idea of their actual strengths. Good luck with the recipe hunt!
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