The Beijing Mystery of a Moth, a Wasp, and a Strange Thing Nailed To a Tree Apr 5, 2021 2:30 pm | 1 comment | 72 reads
Earlier this week, after spotting numerous beige, oval-shaped objects affixed to Beijing s willow trees, Antoine Mansuy of Yizhuang s green-conscious restaurant The Roots turned to the collective knowledge of his WeChat friends to find out why. Not only did someone know but we considered the answer interesting enough to retell here. Enter the little-known Beijing ecological tidbit involving a moth, a wasp, and a strange object nailed to trees.
It all begins with the American White Moth. An invasive species native to North America, the moth was first identified in the city of Dandong, Liaoning province in 1979 and is believed to have hopped the border from North Korea. From there it quickly spread across China s northeast, reaching as far west as Shaanxi and as far south as Anhui.
Booze News: Hatsune x Jing-A, New Nugget Cocktails, QS Goes Members-Only Apr 1, 2021 2:30 pm | 1 comment | 197 reads
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QS goes members-only
In a strange twist to the saga that is Queenie s Diner, AKA QS – and from what we can tell,
in no way an April Fool s joke – the sandwich shop, bar, and generally debauched hangout have decided to operate a VIP-only entry policy from Apr 1. The notice was published via their official WeChat account on Tuesday, describing how the new policy intends to provide costumers [with a] better vibe, arrange future discounts, and such.
Booze News: Women s Wine and Dine, Berry Beans x Slow Boat Collab, Date Night at Mosto Mar 11, 2021 4:30 pm | 4 comments | 177 reads
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Women s Wine and Dine at Black Sesame Kitchen
In celebration of Women s History Month, the always excellent Black Sesame Kitchen will hold a one-off Women s Wine and Dine event this Friday, Mar 19, 7-10pm. Hosted by the founder and female chefs of Black Sesame Kitchen, ladies will be treated to a special evening of three-hour free-flow sparkling, red, or white wine as well as a 10-course spring-inspired Chinese meal, and a 15-minute spa treatment courtesy of Bodhi and delivered by handsome male masseuses. Yummy. Entry costs RMB 398 and spots are limited so make sure to book your place pronto by adding WeChat ID: blacksesamekitchen.
Booze News: Whiskey Tasting, Hotpot Wine Pairing, Win a Mixology Kit, Slow Boat 10-Year Anniversary Jan 21, 2021 8:30 am | 2 comments | 233 reads
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Whiskey experience at The Hutong
If you re looking to expand your palate for whiskey during this dreariest of seasons, look no further than The Hutong s special Whiskey Experience event next Thursday, Jan 28 at 7.30pm. Hosted by Dill King, a former whiskey brand ambassador and now independent cask trader, you ll learn how to discern a Speyside from swill through seven select whiskies. There ll also be a special whiskey burger and spicy fries to sober you up. Tickets cost RMB 280 and can be reserved here.