Archive for the "China" category

Chinese Cupping

by Elizabeth Kain - Dim Sum Diary
( May 11th, 2012 )

In Beijing, it was popular –among westerners and locals alike – to be treated for a variety of ailments with cupping.  One of my neighbors, Hilde, was a practitioner of this …

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The Art of a Bargaining

by Elizabeth Kain - Dim Sum Diary
( March 26th, 2012 )

People often tell me that they hate to bargain – and I understand.  I used to feel the same way, but after many years living in countries that require it to survive, I have changed my opinion.   I now …

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Beijing’s Best Markets

by Elizabeth Kain - Dim Sum Diary
( March 22nd, 2012 )

Photo: Colorful animals  make it easy to identify the Tianyi wholesale market.

Beijing is a great place to shop, and there are plenty of options, from high-end malls to the myriad of markets.  I much prefer the latter, which …

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