Explore China

From family-made New Year jiaozi to crispy potstickers, explore Chinese dumpling history, varieties, fillings and practical Mandarin.

9 min read

A beginner-friendly guide to Chinese mahjong tiles, sets, winning hands, turn order, strategy, variants and Mandarin terms.

10 min read

Discover the meaning of Chinese New Year, from the 2027 dates and reunion dinners to red envelopes, traditional foods and useful Mandarin.

14 min read

Learn the 12 Chinese zodiac animals, their order and cultural meanings, how to find your sign, and why 2027 is the Fire Goat year.

16 min read

Discover Chinese calligraphy, the five major scripts, Four Treasures of the Study, brush techniques, famous masters and practical beginner exercises.

12 min read

Explore Chinese hot pot, from Chongqing and Beijing to Chaoshan: broths, ingredients, dipping sauces, food safety, etiquette and Mandarin ordering phrases.

14 min read

A complete introduction to Chinese kung fu: its history, Shaolin and Wudang traditions, five famous styles, Tai Chi, competitive wushu, martial arts films and learning in China.

15 min read

Explore Chinese tea culture, six tea types, gongfu brewing, gaiwan techniques, regional customs, tea etiquette, and useful Mandarin for a teahouse visit.

9 min read

Explore the qipao or cheongsam: its roots, 1930s Shanghai fashion, Hong Kong tailoring, signature details, and how people wear it today.

8 min read

Understand Peking Opera’s face paint, four role types, stylized movement, music, famous plays, and how to enjoy your first performance.

7 min read