Beijing Hutong Delicacies
Hutong originates from the word hotdog which translates to a well in Mongolian. The word comes from the fact that people used to in ancient days build a well and live around it. Today’s hutongs are formed by buildings lined up on either side, making…
Japanese Cuisine: A Unique Spin on Ordinary Seafood
An emphasis on fresh ingredients, a concentration on primarily seafood and its unique, tantalizing presentation are the hallmarks of Japanese cuisine that sets it apart from the rest. The cuisine that is enjoyed by many at present is not strictly Japanese for it was subject…
Through the Hutongs of Beijing
The 21st century cityscape of Beijing; skyscrapers of eclectic shapes made from steel and glass reflecting the sunshine. For a city looking so far into the future, some of its most striking features are from its past. Go behind the high rise buildings and onto…