China Restaurant Boss Sets Dish Name Test After Casual Staff Struggle to Take Orders

In a move that has sparked amusement online, a restaurant owner in central China has devised a test for his casual employees after noticing their difficulty in writing Chinese characters correctly while taking orders. The owner of a barbecue outlet in Xinxiang, Henan province, asked his summer season staff to sit at separate tables with … Read more

31 Rivers Exceed Warning Levels as China Enters Key Flood Season

As China approaches the critical flood control period from late July to early August, the Ministry of Water Resources is preparing to address the increasing frequency and intensity of river flooding caused by prolonged rain. Between Saturday morning and Sunday morning, 31 rivers across the country, including in Chongqing Municipality, Hubei Province, and Jilin Province, … Read more

Coastal City Opens New Store in Bao’an

The highly anticipated Wanfeng Coastal City, the second Coastal City following the popular shopping complex in Shenzhen’s Nanshan District, officially opened its doors Saturday in Shajing Subdistrict, Bao’an District. The 200,000-square-meter shopping center has attracted 300 brands, with more than 100 opening their first stores in Bao’an. A new Sam’s Club is currently under construction … Read more

Why China Pet Owners are Embracing Acupuncture to Treat Their Cats and Dogs

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatments such as acupuncture, long used on humans, are now being applied to pets, gaining popularity in specialist pet wellness centers. These methods are used to cure diseases and offer various health benefits for dogs and cats. A typical animal acupuncture session costs about 200 yuan (US$28) and provides benefits like … Read more

Trouble Brews for China Coffee Chain After Jobseeker Rejected for Being ‘Timid, Weak’

Trouble Brews for China Coffee Chain After Jobseeker Rejected for Being ‘Timid, Weak’China’s largest coffee chain, Luckin Coffee, is under scrutiny again, this time for rejecting a job applicant due to her perceived lack of experience and personality traits deemed unsuitable for the job. At the beginning of July, a woman posted on social media … Read more

Elevating Cantonese Cuisine with Traditional Chinese Medicine

Kelvin Au Yeung, executive chef of the three-Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant Jade Dragon in Macau’s City of Dreams resort, is deeply concerned with both the flavor and health benefits of his dishes, especially his soups. Au Yeung’s approach to menu creation is highly personalized, often tailoring dishes to meet specific health needs of his diners. “Some … Read more

Shenzhong Link Boosts Food Sales on Both Sides of Pearl River Estuary

The recent opening of the Shenzhong Link has significantly increased the number of travelers exploring both sides of the Pearl River Estuary, resulting in a surge in business for eateries on both ends. According to a report released Monday by e-commerce food delivery platform Meituan, the new transport link has notably enhanced food sales. In … Read more

Hong Kong Government to Launch Local ChatGPT-Style AI Tool Amid OpenAI Restrictions

The Hong Kong government is set to adopt a locally developed AI tool, similar to ChatGPT, following OpenAI’s decision to further block access to its model in Hong Kong and mainland China. Innovation and Technology Secretary Sun Dong announced on Saturday that the AI application, initially intended for government clerical use, would gradually be made … Read more

Matchmaking Event Connects Shenzhen and Spain-Based Businesses

A matchmaking event for businesses based in Shenzhen and Spain was held at the Longhua International Collaboration Center in Longhua District yesterday. The event aimed to foster collaboration and explore potential business opportunities between the two regions. Xavier Garcia Albiol, mayor of Badalona, and Cristina Agüero, the second deputy mayor of Badalona, expressed keen interest … Read more