Best Hotpot in Shenyang
The observant reader has probably already discerned (from articles such as my introduction to Xita part 1 and part 2, or from my overview of halal food in Shenyang) that…
Markets of Shenyang – The Definitive Guide to Wu’Ai Market
As mentioned in the article Markets of Shenyang – Foodstuffs, this town has no shortage of places where you can shop. The trick with markets in Shenyang is that you…
How About a Cup of Tea – or 20?
Chinese emperor Huizong (from the Song dynasty) reportedly once said: “Teas vary as much in appearance as the different faces of men.” I actually couldn’t agree more. When I first…
How to Waste Your Time and Money in Bangkok
Bangkok is a fantastic city. It is not for nothing that millions of tourists flock there every year. But that being said, sometimes, the place can be a little bit…
What’s in a Name? Shenyang Through the Ages
A recent article I did entitled Shenyang's Districts – Where Do Their Names Come From? seemed quite popular. A lot of people contacted me after I published it, asking whether…
