How to Haggle in Chinese Markets
Haggling in street markets and smaller shops is a part of everyday life in China. As a tourist you will be marked out as someone who might pay over the …
2018-02-03
10 Must-have Apps for New Expats
Most foreigners use WhatsApp, Facebook, and Twitter before they come to China. All of these became suddenly inaccessible because of the Great Chinese Firewall. Here are 10 apps that will …
2017-12-12
What Sets Northern And Southern Chinese Apart
Thanks to the vast territory and huge population of China, diverse living habits with geographical features have been an ever-lasting topic among Chinese. Unsurprisingly, netizens went wild again as they …
2017-12-09
10 Things Other Than Bike Sharing That China Is Monetizing
Looking at the current state of China’s bicycle-sharing system, you’d think the resource-sharing fad is doomed. Guess what? More recent ideas driven by the indomitable entrepreneurs in China may make …
2017-12-07
A Fake Amazon Page Is Best Online Resume Ever
We don’t actually know if Philippe Dubost is any good at his job. But boy, can he throw together a resume. We don’t actually know if Philippe Dubost is any …
2017-12-06
Cash Has Been Replaced By Mobile Payments In China
Chinese mobile payment volume has more than doubled to USD$5 trillion in 2016, according to Analysys data cited by Hillhouse Capital. Mobile payments continue to grow rapidly in mainland China. …
2017-11-10
China’s 11/11 Is The Worlds Biggest Shopping Day
It’s that time of the year again. China’s – and the world’s – biggest online shopping event is about to take place on 11 November. Known as Singles’ Day, Alibaba …
2017-10-11
What Women Are Doing To Achieve A Pointier European Looking Nose
Women in East Asia are putting tiny pegs into their nostrils so their nose can look more European. Women in East Asia are putting tiny pegs into their nostrils so …
2017-10-11
Fate of Shanghai’s landmark of cultural exchange remains unknown
Shanghai’s Laowaijie (aka Foreigners Street) located on Hongmei Road in Minhang district, has long been a popular destination for expats seeking international food and booze. As a landmark commercial area …
2017-10-11
Ultimate Guide: Buying Directly From Taobao
If you plan on living in China for an extended period of time, using Taobao and Tmall, the country’s two biggest online shopping sites, is well worth the effort. Unfortunately, …
2017-09-11