China

Beware the other menu

The small traditional Cantonese restaurant, Bing Ji, in Panyu, Guangzhou has two menus. One is laminated with images, and the …

Ken Hom cooking up a TV special on China

World famous chef and television personality Ken Hom stopped by in Guangzhou for the last leg of filming for a …

The younger generation may not believe in their ancestors, but they still celebrate the festival.  Photo by Sarah Gregory,

The old and new festival of Qing Ming

Qing Ming, which translates as “tomb-sweeping day” and is a day traditionally spent cleaning the graves of deceased relatives and burning offerings.

Buses are the most popular form of transport in China, but this one is not going anywhere. Photo by Faye Grima

An epic trek there and back

Li Yiying was one of the estimated 500 million people took the roads to visit relatives and celebrate Qing Ming.

Animal carcasses are regularly seen on the streets of China. Photo by Faye Grima

Animal rights: a real issue in China?

As with any celebration across the world, there is no party without its food. From dog meat to duck neck, …

Hadid’s trademark style of bold and futuristic design is clear to see. Photo by James Mellan

London 2012 designer leaves lasting stamp on Guangzhou

Zaha Hadid has more than a few feathers in her cap. The world-renowned architect, who was commissioned to design London’s …

cigarette sellers pic by allen

Smoking hot deals for cigarette lovers

The old trade in addictive substances is alive and well in Macao, but now it is cigarettes, not opium that …

Dancing in the dark. Photo by Zhang Wenke

Everybody Zumba, Zhuhai style

Every night around 200 people learn to dance zumba style at the corner of Guangzhou Road and Tangle road of …

Miserable Faith and their adoring fans. Photo by Xu Yanting

You’ve got to have Miserable Faith

When we were offered the opportunity to go to a Chinese rock gig, there was no way we were going …

Guangzhou Daily is the second-biggest-selling newspaper in China. Photo by Hannah Breeze.

News of the World: Students learn about Chinese news media

A group of both local and UK students today gained a unique insight into Chinese news media in Guangzhou. Students …