We’re back for another episode of Two White Chicks in China! We’ve got a short and sweet episode this week, featuring Hollie’s parents! We quiz them about their first few days in China If you want to ask us a question just go to our voicemail page and leave us your question! In This Episode… Read More
It will only take [est_time] to read this post! I understand that for some students of Chinese, visiting China and spending time with a Chinese family may not be possible. But I’m hoping to convince those of you out there who have considered coming to China, whether to travel, work or just have some fun,… Read More
The Chinese food that we’ve become accustomed to in the West, is pretty different from the dishes that people are eating in China. Spring rolls, prawn crackers and house special chow mein are largely influenced by Hong Kong cuisine. Not that that’s necessarily a bad thing, food from Hong Kong is equally as delicious as… Read More
It will only take [est_time] to read this post! The Chinese zodiac 生肖 (shēng xiào) is a 12-year cycle, represented each year by an animal. These animals dictate your personality and affect the upcoming year. The Year changes on the Chinese New Year, which is based on the lunar calendar. The New Year usually falls within… Read More
It will only take [est_time] to read this post! “千里之行﹐始于足下” (Qiānlǐ zhī xíng, shǐ yú zú xià) “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step….” – Chinese proverb For most people whose native language is English, learning a language is not only difficult and time-consuming but often not worth the time and… Read More
It will only take [est_time] to read this post! Christmas in China This time of year often makes me realize what an amazing city I live in. Shenzhen, China might already be wearing her LBD (Little Black Dress) but she’s accessorized with some bling-bling! Shops, hotels and restaurants have all donned their best boas, rings… Read More