If we are what we eat, then most of us could probably sell ourselves as pesticides. Recent years have unraveled food quality scandals in China that have prompted even the least eco-minded of us to check grocery store labels more carefully. Ironically, ... Read More>>

Navigating your way through the different types of dentists can be hard, especially when your tooth won’t stop throbbing. eChinacities has done your homework and compiled a list of suitable options, for every type of expat. Read More>>

So you have seen Steve Jobs presenting the newest iPad, iPhone, iSomething and as an affluent city dweller you don't want to be left behind. The first option you have to get your hands on these new toys for a reasonable price is taking a short trip to Hong ... Read More>>

This article introduces some of Guangzhou’s best bakeries, for a real mix of Western and local baked goods, of the sweet and savory kind. Read More>>

When clothes shopping, expatriates in China are often the recipients of the most discouraging phrase in Chinese—mei you(don't have). Whether it's a pair of jeans just one size up, a brassiere that doesn't crack your ribs or a pair of running shoes that ... Read More>>

They say that no one ever writes poetry about cheese. Cheese, the theory goes, is too mundane and uninspiring for the artistic temperament. That’s not entirely true though. For all of us foreigners living in Guangzhou, cheese and other tastes from home are ... Read More>>

Dessert, on the whole, is often considered the ultimate culinary splurge. A dish ranging from delicate sweetness to a teeth-aching treat, dessert plays a strong role in everything from celebrating milestones to wooing the lovely face across the table. ... Read More>>

Looking for an instant and low-budget way of perking up your flat, while at the same time improving the indoor air quality? Or are you wondering where to pick up a bouquet of flowers for the upcoming Valentine’s Day? Look no further than these flower ... Read More>>

Whether you’re just visiting Guangzhou or you’ve been here for a while, you will probably do some shopping while you are here. Guangzhou boasts a great number of good places to shop, but where you should go depends heavily on what you want to buy. However,... Read More>>

Need ideas for a daytrip from Guangzhou? Numerous ancient towns lie scattered around Guangzhou, offering a window into the province’s rich cultural heritage and illustrious past. Shawan Ancient Town in Panyu District is one such town. Read More>>

This article highlights the best spots for picking lychees around Guangzhou, one of the main areas in China where lychees are grown. While you’re at it, why not make a day trip out of it and enjoy the sunny outdoors! Read More>>

Guangzhou’s Beijing Lu and its surrounding neighbourhood have gradually become known for one thing – shopping. Along with Teemall and Shangxiajiu, it is a top consumer destination, particularly for clothes. Lacking in its popular facade however, is its ... Read More>>

Whether you’re new to town, or have been here a while, you’ve probably found that finding English books in Guangzhou is a task that is easier said than done. This is especially true if the book you are looking for is a foreign book about China, in which ... Read More>>

Guangzhou has had a thriving dance scene since 2007. The city’s various Latin dance nights have become a meeting point for Guangzhou’s tight knit, multi-cultural, dance scene. An American Salsero investigates Latin dance in Guangzhou and discovers a warm ... Read More>>

Guangzhou’s skyline is littered with massive high-rises and what better way to experience the city, day or night, then from high up in one of these towers. Here are a few places to enjoy sky dining in Guangzhou. Read More>>

Looking for something cool to do in your spare time or longing to mix with some hip young crowds? Then head over to the Guangzhou Higher Education Mega Center, there’s plenty in store to keep you occupied. Read More>>

Upon googling rock music in the PRD, I was very amused to stumble across a site that asked “what does P.R.D. stand for?” Much to my surprise the answer said “rock punk dinosaurs.” Though the site was quite obviously not related to anything Pearl River ... Read More>>

Although it is table tennis that still captures much of the public eye, other racquet sports in China are booming. Though knocking a ball around the court is originally a Western phenomenon, formulated in the nineteenth century and onward, China is now ... Read More>>

Despite a downturn in crime over the past few years, thefts, purse-snatchings, muggings, and burglaries are still all-too-common in Guangzhou. Reported crime rates have fallen from a peak of 140,000-a-year in 2000, as city officials and the police force put ... Read More>>

With all the food safety scandals blowing up around here, one might be forgiven for worrying about how to buy safe, healthy produce in Guangzhou. But with a range of options for affordable home delivery, organic fruits, vegetables, and meats can actually be ... Read More>>

From the east to the west, most would agree that a good bowl of homemade soup is the perfect remedy for the common cold. Why? Who knows. The mysteries, methods and miracles of medicine, both modern and ancient, are vast and while most of us pop those pills ... Read More>>

We take a look at some of Guangzhou’s best antique markets, where shoppers can indulge in the buying of ceramics, jade, cultural relics, and more. Read More>>

With the Asian Games just around the corner, it’s a better time than any to delve into all of the athletic offerings that Guangzhou has to offer. Whether you’re looking for an adrenaline rush, an exciting date idea, or a unique way to get in shape, this ... Read More>>

While the internet abounds with information on fun places for adults to hang out – fancy restaurants, romantic getaways and places to spend those hard-earned Renminbi – not much is written about fun things for children to do in Guangzhou. But don't ... Read More>>