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3 Fun Facts about Chinese Kung Fu

Explore three fun facts about Chinese Kung Fu and its history! Did you know there are different types of martial arts in China?

18 Aug 2021

China's Culinary Culture: Chinese notorious street food!

Your Pocket Guide to Street Food in China Written by Juliette Pitt If you have been to China, then I’m sure you have wandered around the markets and tried some street food. The food in such markets varies markedly from different regions within China. For instance, if you are in Beijing, then I’m sure you …

5 Aug 2021

The Four Great Classic Chinese Novels

Classic literature that you must read and discover Written by Juliette Pitt If you take a look at any Chinese bookshelf in your local library then you’re likely to see a copy of at least one of the Four Great Classical Novels otherwise known as in Chinese 四大名著 (sìdàmíngzhù). These four books are considered to …

23 Jul 2021

Top Tips to Giving a Gift in China

Your Pocket Guide to Gift Giving Written by Juliette Pitt If you have been to China and have presented a gift to your Chinese hosts or work colleagues, then I’m sure you are aware of the ritual of gift giving in the country. Gifts, no matter how large or small, are expected to be reciprocated …

9 Jul 2021

An insight into learning Chinese - an interview with Keren Liu from Unconventional Chinese

An insight into learning Chinese – an interview with Keren Liu from Unconventional Chinese Written by Juliette Pitt Continuing with our interviews with different experts, this week we spoke to Ms. Keren Liu an educational entrepreneur who teaches Chinese via her online platform called Unconventional Chinese. #Introduction Ms. Keren Liu is a Chinese teacher and …

25 Jun 2021

The Five Do's and Do not's When attending a Formal Dinner in China

Your Pocket Guide to Impress your Chinese Host Written by Juliette Pitt If you have been to China and have attended a formal dinner then I’m sure you are very aware of the importance of demonstrating good etiquette. Most business and networking in China are conducted over the dinner table, and a good ‘display’ at …

18 Jun 2021