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Xintiandi
The Xintiandi tagline is a little confusing, “where yesterday and tomorrow meet in Shanghai today,” but don't let that turn you off. The shopping hub located in Shanghai's French Quarter is a serious melting pot of styles and time...
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Xindalu China Kitchen
In the thousand year old war for Peking Duck supremacy, purists may plant the flag in Beijing, but Shanghai holds its own with Xindalu China Kitchen. Not only a place for duck lovers, this place is also a “go to” spot for standard,...
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Ho Lee Fook
Chef Jowett Yu became so hot that he had to go underground – literally. Ho Lee Fook serves “modern interpretations of classic Chinese dishes” from a restaurant located steps below the surface of trendy Elgin Street in Soho. As you make...
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Made Restaurant
Hard not to like a place that describes itself as having an emphasis on “meatballs and parm.”Nestled in Apgujeong-dong, Seoul's glitzy center of Gangnam-gu, MADE offers a modern take on Italian-American classics. Not your typical...
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WOAW
On the busy Gough Street, you'll find several stores amid prevalent construction but only one place that will make you say WOAW. Inside the World of Amazing Wonders you'll find a massive collection of modern products each stranger and...
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Beans and Beats
Hip Hop vinyl and coffee sounds like an unusual combination, but this café / record store makes it work. Album art lining the store's shelves and bins color the space, providing a contrast to the industrial, loft-style aesthetic. A...
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Toranomon Koffee
Following the success of the famed Omotesando Koffee pop-up experiment (RIP 2011 – 2015), Eiichi Kunitomo the “godfather” of the Tokyo coffee scene has carried the spirit of the original to a polar opposite setting.Whereas Omotesando was...
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King's Joy
A stone's throw from the famous Lama Temple, King's Joy (or Jing Zhao Yin) presents a singular dining experience that is somehow simultaneously spiritual, luxurious and vegetarian.Restauranteur David Yin's homage to a sustainable,...
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Jane and Hooch
As far as nightlife goes, Beijing can party with the best of the biginternational metropoles. So it's kind of a big deal to emerge in the top the echelon of the mixology lounge scene as Jane and Hooch has.Owner Warren Pang (a cocktail...
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BBC
Originally christened as a purveyor of rare liquors, Bottle, Boot & Cigar’s atmosphere and world-class cocktails have transformed it into a bustling local hangout. The enormous iron door might seem intimidating, but don’t be nervous....
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Transit
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Sanlitun, the bold flavors of Southwestern China flourish in a new light. Under creator Huang Chao's watchful eye, the classics have been modernized at this casual fine dining locale. That's right, casual...
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MiNT Camera
There is a real luxury in taking your time and doing things the old-fashioned way. If you pine for a time before smartphones and Instagram filters, make a beeline for MiNT camera. A champion of the instant photo, MiNT specializes in...
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HERR Barbershop
Herr Barbershop delivers a quality grooming experience for the modern gentleman in Seoul. Established in 2013, this local joint houses the highest skilled hair stylists who deliver service so good that getting your haircut anywhere else...
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Gentle Monster
Stepping into any one of Gentle Monster's four locations is like a visit to MOMA's hot exhibition du jour. It's not simply a place to view sunglasses - they're the pay-off at the end of a series of sensory experiences. Owner Kim Han Kook...
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Locofama
Café style farm to table in an urban jungle is no easy feat, and Locofama delivers the goods. Blending American and Asian cuisine into unique and savory dishes, this communal café setting offers shareable seasonable plates, fresh juices...
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Napa
More than “upping the ante” on takeout and dine in, Napa goes “all in” on serving delicious farm-to-table meals that are both convenient and affordable.Situated near Chaoyang park, Napa is bright, clean and spacious, a slice of Cali in...
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Issaya
The dining room is a daring mix of classic and modern furniture on terracotta tile floors with unusually colourful wallpapers. The whole room basks in a very soft light and the result works surprising well. The menu, both in Thai and...
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Namie Osawa
You had me at, "Futuristic robots and sexy Japanese babes fighting off monsters!"We sat down with Namie Osawa, owner and founder of the world famous Robot Restaurant and her team. Namie’s futuristic robot-inspired venue is as visually...
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Nakul Kawinrat
Chef Nakul Kawinrat talks Thai traditions, eating as a family, and the beauty & generosity of Thai people.Interview: NAKUL KAWINRATI’ve endured the heat of Bangkok since I was born.I’ve been working here [Never Ending Summer] for around...
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Andre Chiang
With great power comes great responsibility - Chef Andre Chiang talks Taiwanese cuisine. Taiwan is a small island with big dreams and Chef Andre is making his impact felt across the region. Bringing true farm to table creativity, we...
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DJ Didilong
The Story of Didilong Sitting across from us in his swivel chair is a young man named Lee Yinghong, also known as DJ Didilong. With a head full of wavy hair that falls just shy of his shoulders, Lee Yinghong wears a black...
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How to Style Your Hair into a Modern Knot
Howcast - The modern knot is an updated version of the classic chignon. Here’s how to get the look.
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How to Tell If Your Phone Is Tapped
Howcast - Modern technology has made it easy for anyone -- not just spies and government agencies -- to hijack your private communications. Fortunately, there are ways to tell if you're being monitored.
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How to Make Negative Sentences in Spanish
Howcast - Learn how to make make negative sentences in Espanol from Spanish teacher Andrea Cukier in this Howcast video.