This week we’re back by popular demand! More blog posts and articles for you to read on China and the process of learning Chinese:
Learning Chinese
How to Say “Cheesy” in Chinese - The World of Chinese
They should teach this in school.
A Chat With Eveline Chao, Slang Guru and Accidental Hepcat - The World of Chinese
Interview with author of Chinese slang bible “NIUBI!”
Mandarin Love: Chinese Phrases On Love and Destiny - Speaking of China
If you’re into love and destiny.
Oct. 14 Buzzwords - Shanghai Daily
Great source of new Chinese slang that tells a lot about Chinese society too.
Benchmarking progress to stay motivated - Hacking Chinese
A Simple Way to Test Your Chinese Listening Progress - Lingomi Blog
Chinese Culture and Society
Across China during National Day holiday - Danwei
Beautiful photos showing you how Chinese people spent the holiday.
The Hakka: Nomadic gypsy tinkers or China’s ancient Han? - the China Travel Blog
Fantastic in-depth article on the origins and customs of the mysterious Hakka minority.
In Brief: Why People Become Officials - ChinaGeeks
Interesting though not scientifically rigorous Weibo poll.
China’s stature as cheap producer fading into history - The Globe and Mail
Child Trafficking and Sina Weibo - China Hush
A major issue in China – one microblogger decided to do something about it.
Chinese Cuisine
Niang Tofu: A Hearty Hakka Dish for the Fall - The World of Chinese
Intro, photo, and recipe for what looks like a really good dish.
How to Cook with Chinese Vinegar - The World of Chinese
Chinese People in the News
“Oprah of China” Shares How Young People and Microblogs Have Impacted China - Penn Olson
Make sure you watch the video too – her English public speaking skills are amazing!
Tang Lao Ba: The Street Sweeper Who Became One of China’s Best-Loved Bloggers - The World of Chinese
This street sweeper has 44,000 real Weibo fans!!
Couple in their 60s backpacked around the world and fell back in love - China Hush
The Chinese couple went to six continents, including Antarctica!
Traveling/Living in China
China’s 7 Best Outdoor Music Festivals - The World of Chinese
Shanghai Culture Square: the space turtle has landed - the China Travel Blog
10,000 expected at matchmaking party - Shanghai Daily
This probably won’t exactly be speed-dating – “The matchmaking party seems to be more popular among parents than young singles themselves.”
Tech
Video: Meet Kong And Wu, The Ping Pong Playing Robots From China - TechCrunch
Tudou CEO Gary Wang: My Disastrous Meeting with Steve Jobs - TechRice
Extremely hilarious.
Other
How American Companies Choose Their Chinese Name - Tom’s China Blog
Interesting article that also includes long list of Chinese names of American companies.
Photos: Chinese use Maxipads, dead ducks to skirt traffic cameras - Shanghaiist
Chinese ingenuity at its finest.
Hope you enjoy! Please let us know if you have any other posts or articles on China or learning Chinese that should be a part of next week’s recommended reading!
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