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CHOICE CHINESE: Vegetarian | Still Thoughts
by cityweekend (Choice Chinese) Imitation Meat Tastes Sweet The aptly-named Still Thoughts is an oasis of vegetarian calm amidst a bustling hutong in the heart of the city. While initially skeptical of the “mock meat” concept that defines Chinese vegetarian cuisine, our first bite of Imitation Roast Peking Duck (¥38) was delicious and subtly ... Read more » |
CHOICE CHINESE: Huajia Yiyuan | Contemporary Chinese
by cityweekend (Choice Chinese) Guijie Oasis At this quaint courtyard restaurant, attendants lead you away from the ruckus of Guijie into a well-lit garden. The well-illustrated bilingual menu gives traditional Chinese dishes an elegant twist. We tried the Yiyuan Famous Chicken, a cold dish smothered in a spicy sesame sauce. A half order (¥24 ... Read more » |
CHOICE CHINESE: Middle 8th | Sanlitun
by cityweekend (Choice Chinese) Mushroom Mavens From No Name to South Silk Road, Beijing is full of hip, colorful Yunnan restaurants. Middle 8th, however, is one of the classiest. The stark white walls punctuated with framed textiles, the elegant lighting and impeccable service all suggest a restaurant costing far more than Middle 8th. Entrees ... Read more » |
CHOICE CHINESE: Private Kitchen No. 44 (Guizhou)
by cityweekend (Choice Chinese) Scent of Guizhou Private Kitchen's alluring Guizhou aromas distinguish themselves from not only the surrounding alleyways, but also from the rest of Beijing’s cuisine. Once you've secured a table and get your visual fill of the renovated skylit pingfang, the experience truly commences. Embolden your taste buds ... Read more » |
