May 3, 2013 
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In my time I’ve learned a few things about living in China, which I humbly offer here. Call them Pro Tips to life in China, if you will.
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March 22, 2013 13 Comments
Everyone hears about Chengdu’s teahouses, but nobody talks about buying tea in Chengdu. Here’s all the information you need on buying tea in the city or from the north side tea market.
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January 14, 2013 53 Comments
Pollution in Chengdu has always been present, but it’s gotten worse recently. Here’s how you can deal with it like a pro.
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October 25, 2012 11 Comments
There’s a new way to discover and share locations within Chengdu, and it’s called Chengdu Places. Read all about it inside.
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August 31, 2012 37 Comments
Psykling is the Kung Fu of the bicycle. Want to learn more? I share my tips and experiences in this 5-point guide to the essentials.
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February 9, 2012 50 Comments
If you’re in Chengdu or thinking about coming to Chengdu, there are a few preparations you should make. Brendan spells out the details after a year of integrating into the city.
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July 14, 2011 23 Comments
There’s a titanic shift happening on the Chinese internet right now. It’s time to see what this Weibo talk is all about and how it can benefit you.
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February 25, 2011 30 Comments
Now that the Playstation 3 has been hacked, it’s flying off store shelves in Chengdu. I decided to pick one up recently and see what it’s all about. Whether you’re into games or movies, here’s what you need to know before getting one for yourself.
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December 22, 2010 20 Comments
I remember buying international phone cards to call overseas when I first arrived in China. It was slow and annoying. Fortunately, there’s a much better way that might even be free for you.
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September 21, 2010 26 Comments
Watching foreign satellite TV is illegal in China, unless you’re a major hotel that jumps through hoops. But the reality is that millions of people are watching HBO in China right now and hundreds of companies are hungry to hook you up.
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