That's PRD takes a look at the best of the week:
August 28: Chinese Valentine’s Day at Zapata’s
Lovebirds, dine at Zapata’s tonight for Chinese Valentine’s Day and enjoy a nine-course meal for only RMB399. Included in the deal is sparkling wine, and meal highlights include bourbon bacon filet steak, grilled prawns with garlic butter and watermelon pizza. Call 8977 9596 to reserve your spot.
Aug 28, 6pm; RMB399. Zapata’s.
August 29: Throwback Tuesday 2000s Edition at Rebel Rebel
Join host Frank D at Rebel Rebel this week as he celebrates the best hip hop and R&B hits from the early 2000s. This one-of-a-kind party will also feature giveaways and live hip hop performances.
Aug 29, 9pm; free. Rebel Rebel. See event listing.
August 30: Ariana Grande Concert
Mega-superstar Ariana Grande's coming to Guangzhou this Wednesday as part of her first China tour, and amazingly, tickets haven't sold out yet. Snatch them up to see the pop princess live, or hold out for her appearance in Hong Kong on September 21.
Aug 30, 7.30pm; RMB480-1680. Guangzhou International Sports Arena. See event listing. Tickets.
August 31: Li Yundi and the Warsaw National Philharmonic Orchestra
Li Yundi, the youngest pianist to win the International Chopin Piano Competition, has been called the ‘prince of piano,’ a ‘Chopin of the 21st century’ and ‘China’s leading pianist.’ Since 2000, Li has performed at world-renowned concert halls and music festivals, under the baton of esteemed conductors and alongside the world’s best orchestras. This time, with the Warsaw National Philharmonic Orchestra, Li will be playing on the stage of Xinghai Concert Hall.
Aug 31, 8pm; RMB280-1,680. Xinghai Concert Hall. See event listing. Tickets.
September 1: Canadian Rapper Bbno
Alexander Gumuchian, known by his stage name Bbno, is a Canadian rapper hailing from Vancouver, where he both attends university and produces music. The self-proclaimed "funny, rising rap star" has a unique style in addition to a creepy – albeit charming – drunk face.
Sep 1, 9pm-2am; RMB150 at the door. SD Livehouse. See event listing.
September 1: German Beer Garden Opening Party
Snag a frothy glass of German suds for only RMB25 at German Beer Garden’s opening party this week. Consider it the perfect excuse to check out this hoppy new addition to the Dashi hood!
Sep 1, 6pm. German Beer Garden. See event listing.
September 2: Wilber’s Cooking Class
Blueberry rolls make a great addition to your breakfast or afternoon tea. Learn how to make these tasty sweet rolls at Wilber’s in Dongshankou this weekend.
Sep 2, 2-5pm; RMB200. Wilber’s. See event listing.
September 2: Guo Degang Crosstalk
Undoubtly the most popular Chinese crosstalk artist today, Guo Degang will stage his classic acts at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall this weekend. Fans of xiangshen will not want to miss out on his skits.
Sep 2, 7.30pm; RMB480-1,280. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall. See event listing. Tickets.
Until September 5: Guangdong Art Centennial Exhibition
As its title implies, the Guangdong Art Centennial Exhibition displays artwork from current and former Guangdong residents who have made an impact on China’s fine art history over the past century. The collection of over 500 works will be on display until September 5.
Tue-Sun until Sep 5, 9am-5pm; free. Guangdong Museum. See event listing.
Ongoing: Brand-new Buffet at Hotel Nikko
To celebrate its third anniversary, Hotel Nikko Guangzhou has upgraded its buffet lunch and dinner to offer a variety of seafood, including crab, crawfish, mussels, abalone, sea cucumber, Australian lobster, imported salmon, bream, mackerel and octopus sashimi. It’s time to get your seafood on in style.
Ongoing, noon-2.30pm, 6-9.30pm (Mon-Fri), 5.30-9pm (Sat-Sun); RMB229 for lunch buffet, RMB399 for dinner buffet. Hotel Nikko Guangzhou. See event listing.
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