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Bean to Block: Journey to the Birthplace of Chinese Tofu
Firm up your knowledge of bean curd on the fabled mountain where it was said to be invented
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Noodle Nostalgia: How an Imported Rice Noodle Dish Became the Pride of a Hunan City
Despite coming to Hengyang only 30 years ago, “lufen” has already become a symbol of pride for the locals who grew up with it
FOOD
Can Anything Save China’s Fast Food Brands?
Once applauded for their high-end take on classic Chinese dishes, “internet famous” restaurants are now struggling to retain customers
MODERN HISTORY
30 Years of Choosing College Majors in China
How did Chinese students earn the right to choose their own majors, and how did the most popular choices evolve over time?
LIFE
Hometown Vintage: How Retro Trends are Growing Outside China’s Biggest Cities
From swing dance to 1920s fashion, cultures from a bygone era are making a comeback in China—not just in the big cities
TRADITIONAL CULTURE
How China’s Dancing Lions Get Their Heads
Peek inside the workshop of a Chinese artisan, who is trying to keep alive the centuries-old craft of making “heads” for traditional lion dance
TRADITIONAL CULTURE
Dragon on the Water
Three generations of artisans ride the waves on dragon boats
HISTORY
Catch a Sunrise Before Time at China’s Oldest Observatory
The Yellow River township of Taosi hosts a 4,000-year-old solar observatory with ancient archaeological treasures underfoot
LIFE
After Hours: The Unseen Lives of China’s Public Sleepers
From migrant workers seeking refuge to budget-conscious tourists, public sleeping in China reveals a tapestry of urban social dynamics
FOOD
Acquired Tastes: Fishy Grass and Other Chinese Herbs and Spices
Discover the infamous ”fishy-taste-grass” and other peculiar Chinese herbs and spices
LIFE
At World’s End: My Life in China’s Antarctic Research Station
Four-time Antarctic expeditioner Cao Jianxi recalls the dangers, thrills, and lifelong bonds he developed in one of the world’s most extreme environm…
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Hop Across 2,085 Islands in Zhoushan
Embark on a journey through the East China Sea’s largest archipelago, where hidden treasures, vibrant culture, and unexpected stories await
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