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Best Chinese Burgers in Xian - Wang-Kui
China

Roujiamo: The Best Chinese Burgers In Xian, China

Ahh, the fabled Chinese Burger! This is the first food you should think about trying when visiting Xian. Often labeled as the world’s first burger, Roujiamo was first made about 2500 years ago. Handmade bread is crispy on the outside and soft inside and stuffed with tender fatty pork that has stewed for hours (in fact, some local shops claim it has been stewing for decades!).

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China

A Guide to Bubble Tea in China

At Lost Plate, we love a good bubble tea. Some of us love it a bit too much (you know who you are.) It’s common for deliveries of steamy cups of creamy tea to show up at the office daily. Even though bubble tea has permeated the globe, China is where the craft has been perfected. Here, it’s a perfect blend of both science and art. It’s just a way of life now.

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China

China’s Best Winter Treats

China isn’t known for its sweets, but as the temperatures drop and we approach the winter holidays, there are a few special treats that start appearing on the streets of each city. Here’s a list of the top 5 seasonal treats that you’ll find all over China in the winter.

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China

Drinking in China: Everything You Need to Know From Baijiu to Beer

Drinking in China is a big deal, only Tajikistan and Russia have a higher alcohol consumption per capita. In fact, the best-selling beer in the world is Chinese – Snow. And to top it off, you’ve probably never heard of the most sold alcohol in the world- Baijiu (which is a Chinese, check out our guide here).

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How to Visit the Great Wall of China
Beijing

How to Visit the Great Wall of China from Beijing

The Great Wall is a must-visit for everyone visiting China, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy to do on your own. Navigating Beijing and far-away places like the Great Wall is not simple even if you speak Chinese. Eliminate the hassle of figuring everything out by yourself – sometimes tours are the best way to see things! Trust us.

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Beijing

Best Dim Sum In Beijing

Dim Sum is a style of Cantonese food that originated from the southern Canton region of China, therefore its traces are hard to find on the streets of Beijing which is situated north. It’s harder still to find authentic and quality Cantonese food up here. So when Furongji opened, the Lost Plate team had to give it a try. It’s run by the incredible team at The Orchid guesthouse who also offers the best rooftop brunch in town.

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Xian Evening Food Tour Biang Biang Noodle
China

Xian Travel Guide

What to eat, where to stay, what to do, how to get around; we’ve got it all covered in our free Xian Travel Guide.

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Pufferfish in China
China

The Most Dangerous Dish: Pufferfish In China

Pufferfish are among some of the most poisonous vertebrae in the world, yet for some reason, they are eaten as a delicacy in many Asian countries, including China. Despite the Chinese government banning the preparation and serving of this fish since 1990, it is still quite popular and often sold “off-menu.” In fact, the government estimates approximately 30-50,000 of them are eaten each year!

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Chengdu Hotpot Food Tour Feature
Chengdu

A Complete Guide to the Best Hotpot in Chengdu, Sichuan

Everyone knows that they need to try hotpot when visiting Chengdu, but few people know about the different types of hotpot the city has to offer. Take a look at our list of the best hotpot in Chengdu and the different ways locals enjoy this insanely spicy soup and the best places to find it!

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