Here, a roundup of things we ate and gossiped about this month – for journalism, for research, for you, readers.
Spring isn't all rainbows and blue skies
here in Beijing. Catkins reign free,
maybe it rains once or twice – and
these weather mind games might make
us a little sensitive from time to time
as we wish for sunnier days. (Wait, are
those real tears or are they courtesy of
the gust of wind that just lodged a catkin in our eyes?) Then we've also got
shake-ups in the restaurant and bar
scene bringing us down – no matter
the season.
READ MORE: It's Snowing! Nope… Beijing's Pesky Catkin Season is Upon Us
Earlier this month, beloved baijiu bar Capital Spirits announced their surprising shutdown, after having been a victim of the brickings at their former location along with their sister venue The Distillery. Hutongers' hearts were even heavier with Cafe de la Poste's sudden closure following shortly after, due to ongoing construction on Yonghegong Dajie. All bad news aside – there's a silver lining: this isn't the last you'll see of the two, as both plan to rise from the ashes in time.
In some better news, those still standing are teaming up: Hulu and De Refter (a duo we didn't see coming) joined forces to craft two new sliders for Hulu's menu. Choose from spicy Sriracha or truffle burgers and enjoy each juicy bite on Hulu's cozy terrace. Continue to satisfy your inner carnivore at Q Mex's Shuangjing and Sanlitun locations with their brand-new duck carnitas burrito. Yup, that's crispy Peking duck rolled up in a burrito with creamy guacamole and rice – it works (and pairs magnificently with a cool mezcal marg).
Image via Q Mex
Looking for something a little less meaty? Stop by Moka Bros – the wholesome cafe chain recently debuted a seasonal menu with vegan-friendly offerings like their veggie medley salad (ask for tofu instead of egg!) and a toasty spinach and kale sandwich with hummus, roasted onions, raisins and walnuts.
[Cover image via Hulu]
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