What's up Shenzhen: July 8-14

July 10: The Four Seasons

The Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra began in 1982. Currently, it employs German conductor Christian Ehwald as the artistic director. Be sure to come out for their latest show, Vivaldi’s best-known work: The Four Seasons.

Cost: RMB50-220

When: 8pm

Where: Nanshan Cultural and Sports Center, 2106 Nanshan Boulevard, Nanshan District 南山区南山大道2106号南山文体中心 (400 610 3721)

July 11: TLI Chinese Cooking Culture Class - Delicious homemade jiǎo zi

This Saturday you can practice your Chinese while learning the art of dumpling creation at the International Convention Center with the Taipei Language Institute.

Across China, but particularly in northern China, crafting and devouring dumplings is an significant activity for most families on New Year's Eve during Spring Festival. 

The soft shell is generally made from flour and water, but fillings can vary a lot, ranging from several varieties of meat, to vegetables and seafood. Even fruit can be utilized in dumpling creation. It's also a custom, in northern China, to eat dumplings on Winter Solstice day.

Nowadays, jiǎo zi is an everyday food option that is both delicious and relatively easy to make. This is your chance to learn the art behind this staple of Chinese cuisine. 

To register email tlishenzhen@126.comor or call 0755 2161 8221. 

Cost: RMB50

When: 9.30am-11.30am

Where: 1209A,Ming Wah International Convention Center, Shekou, Nanshan 深圳南山区蛇口龟山路8号明华国际会议中心1209A

July 11: Neon Party at The Terrace

Neon paint and 20 percent off Hendrick’s Gin. Need we say more?

Cost: Free entry

When: 9pm-late

Where: Seaworld Square, Shekou 蛇口太子路海上世界(星巴克上面) (0755) 2682-9105

July 12: 2015 Artistry on Ice in Shenzhen

China’s first international figure skating art gala, Artistry on Ice, was founded in 2010. Olympic gold medalists and skating super stars will gather together to present a wonderful audiovisual experience that combines sports, art and fashion—on ice!

Cost: RMB180-1280

When: 8pm

Where: Shenzhen Bay Sports Center, Interchange of Haide San Dao and Keyuan Dadao, Nanshan District南山区海德三道与科苑大道交汇处 (8630 8840)

July 12: Spanish Buffet for a Day

To show appreciation to their loyal customers, Flamenco House Spanish Restaurant is organizing a special Spanish buffet on July 12. From 7 to 9pm, diners can sample all Flamenco’s signature dishes, including delicious tapas, salads, pastas, desserts and authentic Spanish paellas.

For further information and booking, please call: 0755-8279 1997

Cost: RMB100, RMB65/child under 10 years old

When: 7-9pm

Where: B104, B/F, Century Place, Huaqiangbei, Futian District, Shenzhen 佛朗明哥西班牙餐厅, 深圳市福田区世纪汇广场负一层B104号

July 13: French National Day at the Venice Hotel

The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China is hosting a French National Day Celebration at the Venice Hotel Shenzhen on July 13.

Over the past few years the event has seen successful turnouts from the Sino-French community and was previously elected ‘Best Party in Town’ by local media.

The event will play display French music, antiques, wines and cheeses, as well as delicious hand-made ice cream. For the first time ever, the French National Day Celebration will highlight the French entrepreneurs of Shenzhen.

If all that isn’t enough, then come for your chance to win an Air France ticket to an unspecified location, or one of the event's other ‘secret’ lucky draw prizes.

After the event, the party will head over to VBAR, which will be styled in a French theme especially made for the evening.  

For bookings and further information contact Ms. Stephanie Ming by email at ming.stephanie@ccifc.org or by phone: +86(755) 8632 9602.

Cost: CCIFC members RMB220, non- CCIFC members RMB320 (in advance), RMB380 at the door. Prices for corporate tables are listed below (6.72% taxes not included):

• VSE CCIFC Member (less than 10 employees worldwide): RMB3000

• CCIFC Members: RMB4000

• Non Members: RMB5000

When: 7-11pm

Where: The Venice Hotel Shenzhen 9026 Shennan Rd., Nanshan District 深圳威尼斯酒店深圳市南山区深南大道9026号 (2693 6888)