That's PRD takes a look at the best of the week:
February 28: Idea Exchange – Columbia
Colombia, the crossroads of Latin America, is famous for its salsa, coffee and cocaine, and as the birthplace of pop icon Shakira, actress Sofia Vergara, writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez and drug warlord Pablo Escobar. After 50 years of civil war, the country’s Nobel Prize-winning President Santos has negotiated peace with FARC rebels. Cristian Gomez is a business director and finance consultant who first visited China for the Beijing Olympics back in 2008 and has recently moved to Guangzhou with his family company. He will give a personal tour of his homeland this Tuesday.
Feb 28, 8pm; RMB30 (RMB10 with a student card). E Coffee. See event listing.
February 28: Taco Tuesdays at Tristan's Calmex Restaurant and Bar
Guangzhou’s premier taco/burrito eatery does it big every Tuesday evening with Taco Tuesdays! Enjoy all-you-can-eat chicken, pork or vegetarian tacos for the bargain price of RMB50.
Feb 28, 5pm; RMB50. Tristan's Calmex Restaurant and Bar. See event listing.
March 2-12: China Restaurant Week
China Restaurant Week’s 10th edition will embark on another culinary adventure this week. With over 400 participating restaurants, you can be sure there is an eatery catering to your palate and pocketbook. Diners can book the premium package, which includes at least three delicate courses at incredible prices from RMB68 for lunch to RMB108 for dinner.
Visit www.restaurantweek.cn for more information.
Mar 2-12. See event listing.
March 2: Hooley’s Trivia Night
Every Thursday evening, Hooley's presents a night of trivia. Head over to indulge in a wide range of questions and prizes for the top three teams! Hang around after to enjoy live music.
Mar 2, 8.30pm; free entry. Hooley’s Irish Pub & Restaurant. See event listing.
March 4: Fish Leong Concert
Malaysian singer Fish Leong is a prominent figure in the Mandarin pop scene in Taiwan, Hong Kong, the Chinese mainland, Malaysia, Singapore and Japan. Famous for her romantic ballads, Leong has enjoyed being named ‘the queen of love songs’ for the last 10 years.
Mar 4, 7pm; RMB399-1,299. www.damai.cn. Guangzhou International Sports Arena. See event listing.
March 4: Dr. Panda Comedy Club
After nearly a six-month hiatus, Dr. Panda Comedy Club returns this week to Guangzhou. Come to The Paddy Field on Saturday, March 4, for a night of storytelling and stand-up comedy. Featuring performances by six comedians – Ryan Hynek, Andrew Newman, Pete Grella, Garron Chiu, Andrew Grant and Zak Knudsen – Dr. Panda Comedy Club will crack you up with stories themed ‘The Worst.’ Don’t miss it!
Mar 4, 8.30pm; RMB100. www.drpandacomedy.com. The Paddy Field. See event listing.
Until March 9: K2Fit Spring Challenge
In support of all-around health and wellness, the K2Fit Ultimate You Challenge is back for another season this March, offering you 10 weeks of meal plans, exercise regimens and customized advice from coach and founder Kara Wutzke. If you’re looking to tone up, gain muscle mass or just meet an awesome community of people, register for this season’s challenge before March 9 and take the first step towards becoming the ‘ultimate’ version of you!
Registration ends March 9, challenge continues through mid-May. www.k2fitchallenge.com. See event listing.
Ongoing: In This Place
A demonstration of Chicago-based artist Megan Pryce’s desire to illustrate new surroundings, In This Place was born from Pryce’s experience traveling to Europe, Asia and now Nanting Village in Guangzhou’s Panyu District. Drawn to the textures and colors that comprise the village, Pryce, as an illustrator and designer, was inspired to create this collection, which should resonate will expats living in Guangzhou.
Until Mar 31, 11am-6pm; free entry. Lido433 Art Space. See event listing.
Ongoing: Black Truffle-Themed Menu at Alfresco
Savor the “diamond of the kitchen” at Langham’s semi-outdoor Italian restaurant, Alfresco, where Executive Sous Chef Andrea from Venice will elevate the art of Italian cuisine once again with a black truffle-inspired menu and refined specialties. Foie gras salad is deliciously paired with truffle and mixed with caramelized green apple and fruit masala wine reduction. The homemade pumpkin ravioli and ricotta cheese, grana padano, butter, black truffle, is also a must-try.
Until Mar 31, 6-10pm. Alfresco (Langham Place, Guangzhou). See event listing.
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