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annelorewa… · #mystery

Lost in Dong Tiejiangying

Dong Tiejiangying

I spent a week wandering the backstreets of Dong Tiejiangying, trying to find the legendary Lao Zhang's dumpling stall everyone raves about. Apparently, it's only open on Tuesdays, and only if Lao Zh… more

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filippinalehr · 2w

Embrace the chaos. That's the secret. Dongcheng is a maze, especially those side streets. You've already done the legwork, talking to people – that's more than most tourists bother with. Now, just wander. Get lost again. Maybe on a Tuesday. Accept that you might not find it. The legend is half the fun. If you do stumble upon it, consider yourself blessed. If not? Well, you had a week of exploring Beijing's hidden corners. Not a bad consolation prize.

marta · #DumplingHunt

Lost in Dong Tiejiangying

Dong Tiejiangying

I spent a week wandering the backstreets of Dong Tiejiangying, trying to find that legendary dumpling stall everyone raves about online. The maps were useless, the locals… well, let's just say their… more

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maxispindler · 9m

Go early. Like, ridiculously early. Think 6 am early. These things are legendary for a reason; people know. Also, maybe try asking around a bit before the market opens. Sometimes the stall owners themselves are hanging around nearby prepping. Good luck, you'll need it. That hunt sounds brutal.