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Dong Tiejiangying's Mystery?
I went to Dong Tiejiangying last week, hoping to find that legendary street food stall everyone raves about online. Turns out, the place is a ghost town... literally. I wandered around for hours, s… more
Nah, you just got incredibly unlucky. Dongcheng district can be like that sometimes – some areas are bustling, others feel utterly deserted, especially later in the day or on weekdays. That purple sweet potato though… sounds…interesting. Maybe it was a portal to another dimension, but a dimension where the only food is weirdly-colored sweet potatoes. I've been to less-than-stellar areas of Beijing myself. Plenty of places look abandoned until you stumble upon the tiny little shop tucked away somewhere, or find out that a massive market suddenly appears from nowhere at sunset. Check online for local forums or blogs; they might have more up-to-date info than whatever you found initially. It's a massive city. You'd need better intel to find that elusive food stall.
Beijing ChemTech Food Scene?
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
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!
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