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…
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…
Markets of Shenyang – Food Stuffs
Shopping. Love it or hate it, it is definitely an integral part of your daily life. And the first thing you need to figure out when you come to a…
Gingko Leaves in Shenyang
This coming weekend might be the last one to enjoy the beautiful yellow gingko leaves all over Shenyang. But would you even know where to go? Here is a list…
The ICS Gala Ball 2018
It is that time of year again: dust off your dancing shoes, dig your evening wear out of the closet, and get ready for the annual ICS Gala Ball! Like…
Shenyang’s Districts – Where Do Their Names Come From?
I read an interesting article recently about the origins of the names for the five districts in Shenyang’s city proper. It gave me a lot of insight into Shenyang’s history,…
The New Basketball Season Starts – Get Your Tickets Now!
If you were in Shenyang in April 2018 (and not hiding under a rock somewhere), you must be aware that the Liaoning Basketball team won the CBA (that’s the Chinese…
Horseback Riding in Shenyang
I had an interesting inquiry this week. One of the Journeys & Jaunts readers asked me whether I knew of any places that offered horseback riding lessons for children in…
Muslim Street and Beyond – Halal Food in Shenyang
My friend Kenny always says: ”In China, they just call it food.” Sorry, Kenny, but there is no such thing as JUST when it comes to Chinese food. On top…
