Mare’s Milk A-Go-Go
Like their ancestors before them, Mongolian entrepreneurs have been invading Beijing, sprouting up new bars and restaurants across the capital. But rest assured:These 21st-century Huns come in peace, bearing gifts no less. The latest addition is GiYan, a cosy one-room bar located on the eighth floor of a backstreet office building. It’s not the easiest to find (look for a red lantern!), but once inside, you are treated like family. Though the décor resembles something like a Mongolian tourist center, it adds to GiYan’s charm. The bar serves a standard set of beers (starting at ￥30) and cocktails (￥30-50), but those looking for a truly authentic Mongolian experience should try the "Menggu Jiu" (Sm ￥60; Lg ￥160), a sweet shot of fermented mare’s milk and baijiu that goes straight to the head. On Fridays, throat-singing performers liven up the crowd, but on any night, you can look forward to soothing folk music and enjoyable company.

Miranda Lin

Contact: 66 Guo Ji Xin Gan Xian, Block A, Unit 807.
Tel: 8446-7872