Archive for the "China" category

Beijing’s Top Ten

by Elizabeth Kain - Dim Sum Diary
( March 9th, 2012 )

My family spent a year and a half living in Beijing, from July 2009 to December 2010.  We knew our time there was limited, and so we packed in as much as possible during …

Continue reading

 

Wishing you lots of Foo in the New Year!

by Elizabeth Kain - Dim Sum Diary
( January 27th, 2012 )

This time of year, the most popular Chinese character around town is “fu”,  pronounced, “foo.” A friend once explained that “fu” means “good fortune” or “blessings” ...

Continue reading

 

Chinese New Year: The Basics

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

The traditions and rituals of Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival, are centuries old and remain strong among those who celebrate this festive holiday.  This year, the fifteen-day celebration will kick off on Sunday evening, January …

Continue reading

 
Contact Us · About · WanderTales · Advertise · Bhutan Tours · WanderBlogs· WanderTips · WanderGear · Newsletter · WanderGallery · Buy Solo Book · Buy India Book · Book Reviews · Book Signings · Workshops · Speaking · Media · News · Images · Copyright & Privacy · Site Map