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Welcome to an ever-expanding look at Chinese Culture from my perspective.  Not just culture but the oddities of China, the strange and funny translations, habits, the weird and the wonderful signs.  This section also includes etiquette tips, rules about proper conduct and more.


Forget Chinglish, Here's Raclish
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Forget looking for Chinglish mistakes in China. They are really making efforts into correcting their mistakes. I still believe they should simply consult with a 外国人 to proof-read. Anyway, start looking closer to home..

(Pics) Feb 11th, 2010 Read more

Never Get Lost In China - MAPBAR.COM
Are you looking for streets in China? Do you need directions? Which bus should you take? Which underground line do you need in Beijing, or Shanghai? How long will it take to get from A to B? Mapbar.com has an answer to every single question.

Dec 17th, 2009 Read more

Rice Isn't Just Rice
Rice isn't always 'rice'. Rice is grown all over China but it's as different in taste as cheese. There's no denying the fact that rice is the staple food of China but some Chinese are more lucky than others.

Dec 13th, 2009 Read more

Battle Of The Beef
I love shopping in supermarkets, especially in Qinhuangdao. Unlike shopping in Wal-Mart, Carrefour and such like, there are things that must be learned in the more localised supermarkets. Prices vary dramatically from one to another, delivery times of goods, especially meat...

Nov 18th, 2009 Read more

The 5-Year Rule in China
Some people come to China and hate it! Most people come to China and love it. They signed a one-year teaching contract and find themselves signing again and again. I was no exception. However...

Oct 30th, 2009 Read more

Beware The Bin!
Be very careful where you place bins or, more importantly buckets, that you may use for other things besides waste in your home in China. Why? Simple!

Oct 7th, 2009 Read more

No! Not The (Chinese) Dentist.
My teeth aren't good. I've known this for nigh-on thirty years. I've spent thousands of dollars in the US on them as well as thousands of pounds in the UK but I've discovered that no amount of money can cure the underlying problem..

(Pics) Sep 24th, 2009 Read more

Beer Drinkers In China
If you're a beer drinker, when you arrive in China you'll most likely be taken out to some posh hotel bar. Do not be put off by the extortionate bar prices. There is always bottles!

Sep 3rd, 2009 Read more

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