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From carols to pub quizzes
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Written by : that’s PRD editorial team
Dec 1, 2008
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| Capture the festive spirit this Christmas by taking part in a number of
activities in the Pearl River Delta area. For those celebrating Christmas
in the more traditional way, many churches on the mainland, as well
as in Hong Kong and Macao offer services. But the PRD also has a
plethora of other events, including music concerts, pub quizzes and
loads of Christmas parties. Here are the more eye-catching ones:
What: Children's Christmas Party
When: December 14, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou
A delicious brunch buffet entailing tons of family fun with games,
songs, craft, photos with Santa, gifts and much more. (Organized by
the Guangzhou Women's International Club, www.gwic.org )
What: Christmas Pub Quiz
When: December 11, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Where: Red Square, Guangzhou
Teams of 6 go head to head to see who has the truest Christmas spirit.
200RMB includes a dinner buffet and free beer. (Organized by The ... ... |
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A Stroll Down Lizhiwan Lu
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Written by : Christine Laskowski
Oct 10, 2008
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| Historically, Xiguan or "Old Guangzhou," located in
Liwan District has been the center of the city's antiques
and handicrafts industry. Many streets in the
district, such as Yuansheng Xijie and Changshou Lu,
have been firmly established in the jade trade since as far back
as the Qing dynasty. However, as the reputation of the district hasgrown
and businesses have expanded over the years, so too has
the demand for additional space.
In response to this, the government of Liwan District, in 1996,
decided to build the Xiguan Curio Center, located on a short
stretch of Lizhiwan Lu. In contrast to the surrounding bazaar
streets, the aim of the center is to provide a special trading zone
for certified antique dealers and handicraftsmen.
The large wooden gate, with a poem inscribed in traditional
characters on the center panel, marks the entrance to the Xiguan
Curio Center. Stepping through, it does feel like a step back in
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Paradise on the Beach
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Jun 5, 2008
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beach
holiday
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| Macau
by Jia Wei Tan
Best beach for black sand
Hác-Sá Beach
Just beyond Cheoc Van Beach is Hác-Sá Beach, where your eyes will be deceived by a long curving stretch of unique black-tinged sand. Hác-Sá means 'black sand', and it is indeed an intriguing colour of deep silvery grey. Longer than Cheoc Van, this beach is also Macau's most popular beach with swimmers and sunbathers.
Not only is Hác-Sá pretty long (around 1,300m), it also boasts some incredibly smooth sand, which has been well known as one of the "Eight Scenes in Macau". It's also the perfect place for stargazing at night, by the way...
Hác-Sá used to be the best natural beach in Macau, yet it has been beaten by erosion somewhat over the years. However, due to the lovely texture of the sand, you'll feel comfortable sunbathing (warning: the color of the sand means it gets extremely hot during these long hot summer day ... ... |
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30 feats for 30 RMB (or less)-Guangzhou
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Written by : Kelly Wang
May 9, 2008
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Lin Hua Niu Yang She Za Wu
178, Qi Yi Lu, Yuexiu District ( 8332 3539)
林华牛羊蛇杂屋，越秀区起义路 178 号
Favored by many locals, Lin Hua takes pride in its soup, especially soup made of beef, lamb or snake innards. In truth, the Beef & Lamb Innards Soup is a milk-like broth that tastes delectable (fear not, dear readers, the different textures of innards give the soup a rather lovely distinctive character.) But if that's not your bag, then many more steamed soups can be chosen from their varied menu (it's best to get advice from local friends). Together with a plate of rice with Braised Lamb, it's a scrumptious meal without the inflated prices.
Recommendations:
Rice with Braised Duck & Dried Tofu 9RMB
Rice with Braised Lamb 15RMB
Beef & Lamb Innards Soup 7RMB
Vege Zen 8, Qiao Yi Yi Jie, Lin He Jie, Tian He Bei Lu, Tianhe District (3880 3063)
水云天，天河区天河北路林和街侨怡一街 8 号
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Vege Zen (vegetarian)
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Written by : Kelly Wang
May 8, 2008
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Recommendations:
Braised Beef Noodles (small) 15RMB
vegetarian Pork Chop Set 20RMB
Steak Set 25RMB
Rice Juice 8RMB
Ma La Noodle Set 25RMB |
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Lao Ban Zhang (Northern)
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Written by : Kelly Wang
May 8, 2008
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Recommendations: Steamed Beef Buns (12) 11RMB
Spicy Shredded Potato 5RMB Pea Sprouts 5RMB
Cold Pork Knuckle 10RMB Spicy Beef 10RMB
Corn Porridge (Yu Mi Zhou) 1RMB |
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Lu Kang Zhen Dun (Cantonese)
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Written by : Kelly Wang
May 8, 2008
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Recommendations:
Rice with Venison Stew 12RMB
Rice with Venison in Black Pepper Sauce 15RMB
Stir Fried Lotus Roots 13RMB
Rice with Chicken in Shallot Sauce 8RMB |
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Yi Tong Ren Jia (Hunan)
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May 8, 2008
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Recommendations:
Rice with Cumin Beef 18RMB
Rice with Stirred Fried Eggplant and Minced Pork 11RMB
Special Pork Knuckle 5RMB
Beef Noodles 9RMB
Beef with Shredded Cucumber 5RMB |
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Bei Wei Cun (Dong Bei)
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Written by : Kelly Wang
May 8, 2008
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Recommendations:
Lamb Dumplings (20) 16RMB
Tomato & Egg Dumpling (20) 8RMB
Pai Huang Gua 8RMB
Da Lu Mian (noodles with tomato and egg) 6RMB
Beef Pie 5RMB
Sweet & Sour Pork 28RMB |
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