How to survive in China

Welcome to the new weekly food discovery series. Experts say "Breakfast is the most important meal of the day." At first glance, it seems like the Chinese food culture may have forgotten this golden rule. But look again. There are plenty of amazing Chinese breakfast options, and we will be featuring some of our favorites that can help you start your day, Chinese style. Fan Tuan   (饭团) So what is Fan Tuan? It's pretty simple actually. Fan Tuan 饭团 literally means rice (Fan 饭) ball (tuan 团). It's fried dough (油条 Yóutiáo) and maybe some pork floss (肉松 Ròusōng) encased in sticky, glutinous rice. It's a sweet rice breakfast burrito! There are a few variations to this delicious Chinese breakfast based on the region you get it in. You can get egg or meat on the inside. It can come long and skinny or in a ball. And even get flavored rice. Test out a few different ingredients to see which you like best. Add sweet or savory soy milk to make fan ...

Yesterday we told you about some of the craziest things that contestants have said on the wildly popular Chinese dating show, If You Are the One. But it doesn't stop there. Here are some even more insane screencaps from everyone's favorite Chinese gameshow. 1. Asking for a friend. 2. Easy there, Rumpelstiltskin. 3. Now that is confidence. 4. ... 5. You're looking at Talent! 6. Ma'am, are you looking for Talent? See above. 7. Now there's a cool hobby. 8. Insert "your mom" joke here. 9. Confidence is key. 10. Confidence is key, part 2. 11. Confidence is key, part 3. 12. We'd be concerned if you didn't. 13. That moment when you have a life realization on a Chinese dating show. 14. He sure knows how to treat the ladies. 15. And he sure knows how to compliment them. 16. She's like a modern day Jane Jetson. 17. Now THAT is true devotion. 18. But really, don't we all? 19. No comment. 20. 21. Talk ...

Whether you are allergic to alcohol, pregnant, or you just don't feel like getting hammered on a night out, Shanghai has plenty of options for non-alcoholic drinks. Sure, you can always order a juice or soft drink, but why do that when some of the world's best bartenders can make you something amazing? Antique Café Virgin Pandan Colada (RMB 68) Lemon Juice Pineapple Juice Coconut Syrup Fresh Pandan leaves If you enjoy a South East Asian twist to your drink, look no further. The sultry smell of coconut syrup and fresh Pandan leaves is the perfect mocktail to leave you satisfied.  Cobra Lily Peace in Penang (RMB 50) Kaffir lime Citrus Coconut milk syrup Soda Water If you are not a fan of citrusy flavors, don’t worry. The coconut milk syrup mellows down the tangy taste of citrus, leaving the drink with a mild, subtle sweetness. This is the drink you want when you miss the taste of South East Asia. All you need is to close your eyes...