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My Own China

 George Cowichan ― http://myownchina.blogspot.com

I created this blog to write about the Chinese culture from my (western) point of view. The people, the places, the food and the facts I like.

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Violence in Beijing

My Own China ― I stumbled across a terrifying video the other day on youku, China's youtube alternative. It shows how a white man trying to assault a Chinese woman on the street and getting heavily beaten up by some passer-bys....

George Cowichan ― 14 May, 12

Fake or no fake. That's the question.

My Own China ― I read this article the other day: http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/china/2012-05/14/content_15280603.htm. ∙ It's about fake brands in China. This is a very sensitive and important issue for everyone living or visiting the country. I am not...

George Cowichan ― 14 May, 12

Making of: Jiaozi( 饺子)

Making of: Jiaozi( 饺子)

My Own China ― I mentioned in an earlier post, that jiaozi, Chinese dumplings, are a very popular dish in China. Stuffed with meat, vegetables or seafood and dipped into vinegar or some other spicy sauce, it really is something special. When the family gets...

George Cowichan ― 9 May, 12

Eat it while it's hot - Yams in caramelized sugar

Eat it while it's hot - Yams in caramelized sugar

My Own China ― Shan Yao (山药) literally means "Mountain medicine", while to us it is known as yam. We know yams are rich in vitamin A and potassium and taste like, well like nothing really. There is one dish from northeastern China which adds a new spin to this...

George Cowichan ― 4 May, 12

Never go swimming after a cupping session.

Never go swimming after a cupping session.

My Own China ― OK first of all, what is cupping? For all those who don't know. It is an ancient Chinese medical technique, where cups are sucked on ones back and remain there for 15 to 30 minutes. After placing them on the back, the air gets sucked out of the ...

George Cowichan ― 2 May, 12

Chengdu contrasts

Chengdu contrasts

My Own China ― Chinese cities are places of extremes. Not only their sheer size and population, but also their contrasts are extreme. You walk between the skyscrapers and you immediately feel dwarfed and insignificant. Chengdu is a place that, in my opinion...

George Cowichan ― 27 Apr, 12

Tea ceremony while shopping. The real deal.

Tea ceremony while shopping. The real deal.

My Own China ― I love to hang out in Chengdu. It is a relaxed place, especially compared to other Chinese mega cities. The mentality of the people is just different. It's not all about work and success. People in Chengdu like to enjoy themselves maybe a little ...

George Cowichan ― 25 Apr, 12

1994 again: Cinema in Kunming

My Own China ― From time to time I will write something under the category "1994 again" to reminisce a little about my first visit to China in, surprise, surprise 1994. I was not even 20 years old and spent the summer in Beijing studying Chinese. After this ...

George Cowichan ― 20 Apr, 12

Be careful @ Mt. Qingcheng

Be careful @ Mt. Qingcheng

My Own China ― Mount Qingcheng, one of the holy mountains of Daoism in China is another scenic destination in China's Sichuan province. It is located conveniently next to Dujiangyan irrigation site just north of Chengdu. Both are UNESCO world heritage sites. ...

George Cowichan ― 20 Apr, 12

Dujiangyan irrigation system

Dujiangyan irrigation system

My Own China ― China's central province of Sichuan has a lot to offer. If you travel to Chengdu, its relaxed and laid-back capital, don't miss a trip to two UNESCO world heritage sites just north of the city. One being Mount Qingcheng, the other the amazing...

George Cowichan ― 20 Apr, 12

The Great Wall Unplugged.

The Great Wall Unplugged.

My Own China ― The first time I climbed the Great Wall was 1994 north of Beijing in Badaling. This is the most frequented and touristy stretch of this magnificent piece of human effort. There were so many people on the wall, that I completely lost any interest ...

George Cowichan ― 20 Apr, 12

If you don't wanna get caught, take down your number-plates.

My Own China ― I really love the Chinese way of making things simple. My wife's uncle, let's call him Mr. Lam, showed me how it's done. He picked us up at the Beijing Airport. His car was in a reserved VIP parking area. I told my wife, wow your uncle is that...

George Cowichan ― 20 Apr, 12

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