In China, fresh pears signify stirring of life
With the "Awakening of Insects" comes a tradition of enjoying the delicious orchard fruit.
Li Yingxue
Chinese chewy rice cakes embody wishes for good fortune
For generations of Chinese families, the "nian gao" has been the most tangible festive expression of hope.
China’s soccer strength reboots for a new era
U23's strong Asian Cup showing, rebuilding of national team, booming leagues raise morale.
China’s laba porridge heralds festive celebrations
For most people, savoring laba porridge — which is typically made of at least eight ingredients including glutinous rice and red beans — is more than a traditional ritual,…
Chaozhou gongfu cha: A tea-drinking practice steeped in Chinese tradition
In 2022, it was inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity as part of the "traditional tea processing techniques and associated…
Beijing on a plate
A revived classic restaurant is leading a city-wide campaign celebrating the Chinese capital's culinary traditions.
Pickleball becomes a modern calling card for this historical Chinese city
As pickleball continues to spread in China, it is winning fans spanning generations.
Conservation lifts delicate ecosystem of China’s Qinghai province
Today, Qinghai is home to 665 terrestrial wildlife species, 532 wild bird species, 52 fish species, and thousands of native plants and fungi — numbers that reflect decades of…
Years of experience, refining skills put head of new restaurant in China in Michelin’s spotlight
Achieving a Michelin star serves as both validation and motivation for Zeng and his team. While the accolade brings a surge of new guests eager to try the restaurant, it also…
Hello Kitty says ‘hi’ to Beijing museum
A highlight of the opening ceremony was a surprise appearance by Hello Kitty herself, joined by beloved characters My Melody and Kuromi. The trio delighted fans with performances…