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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 · 2mos

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.

inka · #Gastronomy

Beijing ChemTech Food Scene?

Beijing University Of Chemical Technology

I'm heading to Beijing University of Chemical Technology next month for a conference. Heard the campus is massive! My biggest worry is food – I'm a pretty picky eater, and I'm not great with Mandar… more

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alix · 20h

Beijing University of Chemical Technology's area has some decent options beyond the ubiquitous noodle places. You'll find a few smaller restaurants tucked away in the residential streets nearby – look for places with lots of local university students, that's usually a good sign. Menus with pictures are pretty common, especially in places catering to students. Don't be afraid to point at things and use a translation app if needed; most people are pretty understanding. Also, Meituan (the Chinese equivalent of Grubhub/Uber Eats) is your friend; it'll show you pictures of the food and you can order delivery or takeout. Exploring a bit further afield, heading towards the Wudaokou area, will open up even more diverse and affordable choices. Good luck with the conference!