5 Things to Do in Beijing This Week

Nov 14: Celebrity Guest Chef Annabel Langbein

Award-winning author and leading New Zealand food personality Annabel Langbein will be landing in the hutongs for an extra special dinner. The culinary event is part of the 2017 New Zealand Week and Hatchery's Long Table Series. Expect to sample the finest New Zealand produce and flavors at this 4-course family-style feast. There will also be wine, beer and cider pairings. Space is very limited so make sure to reserve your spot ASAP.

Tues Nov 14, 7pm; RMB388 per person. Hatchery, see event listing.

Nov 15: Open Mic Night 

Every night is a Smash night at 8-Bit, but Wednesdays are more about smashing out laughs. Following its former longstanding gig at Hot Cat Club, Comedy Club China has relocated its open-mic night to 8-Bit. Come and listen to amateurs and veterans alike try their luck at the mic, and, if you’re feeling frisky, you can take a chance too. Who knows, your mom may not be lying when she says you’re hilarious.

Wednesdays, 9-11pm; free; 8-Bit (www.comedyclubchina.com)

Nov 17: Visual Chronicles  

Do you love scrapbooking? Well this is the class for you. Create your own visual diary by compiling photos and documents in an artful way. The S Lab provides photo printers and scrapbooking materials for your projects. Instructors are also on hand to share ideas and tips on layout and decoration. 

Fridays, 7-9pm; RMB150 (class), RMB1,000 (8 class bundle); The S Lab, Room 103, Bldg 5, 15 Dongzhimen Wai Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区东直门外大街15号楼5单元102室 (156 0120 1550)

Nov 19: Gourmet Carnival of Silk Road Brands Collection

The Gourmet Carnival of Silk Road Brands Collection will showcase an array of foods, snacks and beverages from along the Silk Road. During the all-day event, there will be a forum about the Silk Road's influence on food and a special dinner and lucky draw. Come hungry!

Sun Nov 19; Beijing Park Hyatt, see event listing. Contact Polina Ozhylevska (13501599850) for more information.

Through Nov 24: Virtual Reality Art  

Virtual reality gets the art treatment at Faurschou Foundation’s VR Art exhibition, ongoing until February (click here for our first-hand account). This month, artist Paul McCarthy takes over the gallery with eerie works featuring doll-like figures and neon colors. 

Through Nov 24, Tue-Sun, 10am-6pm; free; Faurschou Foundation (5978 9316, www.faurschou.com)

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