The Twain: Chinglish, Laugh and Learn.
The English language recognizes Chinese culture in words such as Yin Yang (complementary balance in all things), Kung Fu (one of the martial arts) and Feng Shui (the study of environmental balance).
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The Twain: American Cherries in Dalian
Summertime cherries are a bountiful benefit bestowed upon Dalian. Since cherries are my favorite fruit, I asked my Chinese friend Darren (who seems to know most everything) about Dalian cherries.
Jul 7, 2011 by Linda Synnott in Culture
The Twain: Superstitions about Numbers
Oh, East is East, and West is West, and never the Twain shall meet.” Rudyard Kipling The Chinese have reached out to grab items of Western culture—mobile phones, pizza and coffee to name a few. But ...
Jun 28, 2011 by Linda Synnott in Culture
The Twain: Chinglish, Laugh and Learn.
The English language recognizes Chinese culture in words such as Yin Yang (complementary balance in all things), Kung Fu (one of the martial arts) and Feng Shui (the study of environmental balance).
Jun 27, 2011 by Linda Synnott in Culture
The Twain: Weddings
Weddings: The Changing Face of Saying “I Do” in China. “Around 20 percent of the couples who come to us now want a low carbon wedding,” said Claire Pan, creative director of Beijing-based Mocha Wedding Planner.
Jun 27, 2011 by Linda Synnott in Culture
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The Hilton Conrad Hotel - Luxury never looked so glamorous!
It's not every day that you're invited to spend the opening night at a brand new hotel and the unveiling of the new Hilton Conrad Hotel...
Mar 20, 2012 11:44:00 PM
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New Life in an old house – A Sneak Preview
Leather manufacturing and restaurant/bar under one roof? The answer is Yes!
Feb 9, 2012 1:35:00 AM
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Dalian's Art Scene
Dalian is full of surprises
Feb 8, 2012 4:33:00 AM
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The Chinese Lantern Festival
It’s Lantern Festival on February Monday the 6th with an exciting program of events in Labor park and other places. Find out more here!
Feb 3, 2012 12:16:21 AM
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2nd D-LOV Community Sale
August 28th. Saturday morning, 7am, Peace Square. A group of early birds gather outside the MCDonalds. They carry bags and boxes and are in good spirits.
Aug 28, 2011 12:06:00 AM | 3 comment(s)