Events

Hush Hush

maggiechen — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 15:15:28 +0800

The Hilton bar gets sexy and stylish on a Friday. RMB 60. 10pm. Zeta Bar (5865 5050)

Dragon.Spirit.Tao NEW YEAR REGGAE PARTY 09.01.09

higherman — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 18:40:37 +0800

You must still remember all the party nights with Long Shen Dao(Dragon Spirit Tao) in 2008.
We will share more passion and joy together in 2009.
The first big reggae party is coming at Yu Gong Yi Shan on 9th Jan after "New Yearcountdown parties".
Come and swing with your friends or family!

Live reggae band: Long Shen Dao(Dragon Spirit Tao)
&
DJ Dirty 乐(Dancehall reggae)

21:30 9th Jan 2009

50RMB

A tasting of Premium Spanish back vintages from Horzales Vineyards

Divaprinces5 — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:02:41 +0800

This week the Cellar Lounge, continuing its January series of Premium wine tasting series, will be pulling the corks on some older vintages of Spanish reds. For those who are already familiar with the terms'Reserva' and 'Gran Reserva', I'm guessing that you will be first through the door. For the rest of us, this is a chance to observe first hand how Spanish reds age progressively at 5 years (2003Vintage), 8 years (2000), and 10 years (1998) via the wines of the Horzalez vineyard wines of the Rioja region. As usual, we will be accompanying these with hors d'ouvres, cheeses, and antipasto.

When: Saturday 10th January from 5.30/6 pm
Where: The Cellar Lounge , Shunyi In the courtyard of Piazza café
Adjacent the south entrance of Capital Paradise
How: With accompanying hors d'ouvres
How Much? 120 RMB per person with RSVP, 2 persons for 200 RMB with
RSVP, 150 RMB per person on the evening
RSVP: CellarLounge@gmail.com , Garry 1355 227 4667

Asian Kitchen

thebeijinger — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:56:57 +0800

From summery Southeast Asian delicacies to spicy Indian curries, join Anas Seuw in her hands-on cooking classes. Classes include detailed information on selecting, preparing and cooking the right combination of fresh ingredients. RMB 220, RMB 200 (members). 10-noon (Wed), 2-4pm (Sat). The Hutong (6404 3355). Jan 7, 14, 10, 17, 21, 28.

Belly Dance Classes

thebeijinger — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 12:21:58 +0800

Lessons for all ages at beginner and pre-intermediate levels. Classes limited to ten students each. RMB 1,190 (18 classes). Tue, Thu 7-7.50pm, 8-8.50pm; Sat 5-5.50pm, 6-6.50pm; Sun 4-4.50pm, 5-5.50pm. Golden Dancing Academy (6708 0167 ext 15) www.goldendancing.com

Bolt

lodgerly — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 19:09:10 +0800

This 3-D computer-animated Disney cartoon is a comic winner – arguably the best thing Disney has put out in years. The action follows Bolt, a dog-actor who has lived his whole life on the set of a show in which he has super powers. Setting out on a quest to save his co-star, Bolt faces the real world and the shocking discovery that his super powers aren’t real. In Chinese without subtitles or in English.

Call For Artists

thebeijinger — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 11:45:42 +0800

The 2nd Annual Beijing Dance Festival will be held in the Oriental Pioneer Theater on Apr 13-19. The Annual Beijing Dance Festival strives to introduce world-class artists to the Chinese audience as well as to nurture modern dance creation within China. LDTX provides a platform for both amateur and professional modern dance artists based in China. They invite any and all artists to participate in this festival. For info and registration, call 6405 4842 or email admin@beijingldtx.com before Feb 9.

Flamenco Classes

thebeijinger — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 11:43:06 +0800

Classes are limited to ten, with lessons for all ages at beginner level. RMB 990 (14 classes). Wed 7-7.50pm, 8-8.50pm; Sat 4-4.50pm, 5-5.50pm. Golden Dancing Academy (6708 0167 ext 15) www.goldendancing.com

Handball

thebeijinger — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 11:50:26 +0800

Not a foul in football but the game popular in northern Europe. Everyone is welcome to come along and try the game. More information at www.handballinchina.com

Hip-Hop Classes

thebeijinger — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 12:15:19 +0800

Classes limited to ten, with lessons for all ages at beginner level. RMB 4,990 (100 classes over a 12-month period). Sat 5-5.50pm, 6-6.50pm; Sun noon-12.50pm, 1-1.50pm, 3-3.50pm. Golden Dancing Academy (6708 0167 ext 15) www.goldendancing.com

If You Are The One

lodgerly — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 19:07:53 +0800

Feng Xiaogang’s latest release is slated to be one of the biggest movies of the year. The creator of Banquet and Assembly says the comedy is about more than just a cheap laugh – it approaches love and marriage in a heartfelt manner. English subtitles.

Intro to Yoga Weekend Workshops

thebeijinger — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 18:51:51 +0800

Learn all the secrets of the health benefits of yoga, or at least get a point in the right direction. RMB 300. Noon. Yoga Yard (6413 0774) www.yogayard.com

IP Man

lodgerly — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 19:06:50 +0800

Starring Zhen Zidan and featuring fight scenes choreographed by Sammo Hung, IP Man is the first film to cover the life of Yip Man, Bruce Lee’s martial arts master and the first person to openly teach the Chinese martial art of Wing Chun.

Jazz Classes

thebeijinger — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:27:41 +0800

Classes limited to ten, with lessons for all ages at beginner level. RMB 1,190 (18 classes). Tue, Fri 6-6.50pm and 7-7.50pm; Thu 8-8.50pm; Sat 1-1.50pm; Sun 5-5.50pm. Golden Dancing Academy (6708 0167 ext 15) www.goldendancing.com

Lady Cop and Papa Crook

lodgerly — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 19:10:19 +0800

Hong Kong singer-actress Sammi Cheng makes her return to acting. She plays the Lady Cop, who becomes embroiled in the kidnapping of the son of a notorious oil baron who is known for his shady illegal dealings. While the police force is convinced he kidnapped his son himself, our heroine finds out the truth of the matter while getting to know the oil baron in a whole new light.

Latin Classes

thebeijinger — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 12:04:43 +0800

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa

lodgerly — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 19:12:07 +0800

This sequel picks up where the first one left off, both in plot and in its high level of wit and cheek. Expect more lemur dance parties, penguins flying airplanes, and a fast-paced plot that stays entertaining from start to finish. See photo, below. In Chinese or in English.

Meltdown

thebeijinger — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 17:19:02 +0800

It’s all thrown into the mix for your pleasure – old school to new school with DJ Suiki. Free. Block 8 (6508 8585)

Red Cliff: Part II

lodgerly — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 19:13:02 +0800

The second installment of John Woo’s rendering of one of the greatest war stories ever told: the Battle of Red Cliffs, which took place during the Three Kingdoms period. The first film quickly became China’s highest grossing film ever, making this one of the most highly anticipated sequels of the year.

All-Star's Sunrise Breakfast

thebeijinger — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:52:17 +0800

There's no meal more important. All Star's Varsity Breakfast has all the essentials to start your day. RMB 50. 5am-8am. All-Star Bar and Grill (5905 6999)