Beijing CBD lights up for the holidays

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Another “China Views”.

Pretty interesting to explore CBD (Beijing Central Business District) at night. Except for “The Place” (shimaotianjie), with its giant overhead LED screen, the area is pretty deserted.

The lights are pretty nice and it makes a kind of romantic stroll to visit the area of The Place, World Trade Center (the 3 units) and China Hotel.

Cappuccino opens with belly dancing

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On 18 August 2014 I was invited for the opening of restaurant bar Cappuccino, at the corner of Sanlitun Street and Dongzhimenwai Street (Beijing).

The staff was pretty lost that night and I hope they now know where to find the beer. Luckily the person who invited me was super kind and attentful.
It was fun to see the show with the belly dancing.
In Beijing, pretty much anything is possible. Did not return there as it seems no more shows and the food was not convincing.
That location has gone through several owners and restaurants. Once Mexican, than Scandinavian, now? Let’s see how long they will last. Beijing is a tough place for a restaurant… Ask Temple Restaurant… Now pretty much doomed…  See: TRB: www.trb-cn.com/

Worker’s Stadium in icily holiday spirit

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In my series, “China Views”, see here night views of the north side of the Worker’s Stadium in Beijing.

Festive spirit, Chinese style with ice sculptures exhibition inside the stadium.
Opening time: looks like December – January period at least.

Rotary Lunch 20 January

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Another great speaker: Mr. Francisco Perez-Canado, Minister Counsellor, Head of the Trade Section at the Delegation of the European Union, who spoke about EU China Trade Relations. He did not need any paper… straight from the mouth! Great overview of a complex situation.
Paul Harris Fellowship Award: IPP Ruby presented a Paul Harris Fellowship (PHF) to Rtn Urpo to acknowledge his outstanding contributions to the club.

Thanks to Celine for the pics.
The Rotary Beijing Annual Charity Ball will be on Saturday, May 23, 2015 in Kempinski Hotel. The theme will be “Broadway in Beijing”. See the flyer! Reserve your seat!