BITE ESCAPE BLOG
 

Beijing isn’t just ancient walls and grand palaces — it’s a living city where 20 million people chase their own rhythm. When Friday night hits, the pace softens. Office lights fade, hutongs come alive with barbecue smoke, and old Beijingers wrap themselves in towels at the bathhouse, ready to chill hard. Weekends here aren’t about ticking landmarks off a list. They’re about slowing down — soaking in hot water, riding a horse in the forest or hiking through wild mountains w

What is Niujie？ Located in Beijing’s Xicheng District, Niu Jie (牛街) is one of the oldest and most vibrant Muslim neighborhoods in China. For centuries, it has been the heart of Beijing’s Halal food culture, home to generations of Hui Muslim families and time-honored eateries. The moment you step onto Niu Jie Food Street, you’ll be greeted by the aroma of grilled lamb skewers, hand-pulled noodles, sesame cakes, and freshly baked pastries. Locals shop for beef jerky and

☕ HALF COFFEE 觀 📍 Location: On the Central Axis, north of Bell Tower, near Doufuchi Hutong 🕙Opening hours: 11:00 am – 18:00 pm 💙 Free entry – no reservation needed You may already tried Beijing Hutong cafe, but have you already tried BeijingTemple cafe? Hong’en Guan宏恩观: A 730-Year-Old Beijing Temple Coffee Spot on the Central Axis If you’re searching for a Beijing temple coffee experience that blends history and calm, Hong’en Guan is a hidden gem worth finding. Once kn

Temple Dongjinyuan东景缘: If you’re searching for a true Beijing hidden gem, this might be the chillest spiritual landmark you’ll ever find.

Metal Hands Cafe- Asia’s Only Café Ranked in the Global Top 50

Travel to Beijing, you must try local Beijing food. Beijing cuisine is more than just fancy restaurants. From the royal banquets of the...

When people think of traditional Beijing cuisine, Shuan Yang Rou 涮羊肉 , or mutton hotpot, always comes to mind. Its roots can be traced...

Zhajiangmian (炸酱面) , which we also gonna enjoy on our Beijing food tour, often translated as noodles with soybean paste  or fried bean...

Beijing’s craft beer scene has exploded over the past decade, transforming from small neighborhood brewpubs into a hub for award-winning...

Beijing’s hutong bars offer a unique mix of history and nightlife.  Hidden in centuries-old alleyways, these bars blend traditional...

If you travel to Beijing, you shouldn't miss Peking duck in Beijing.Peking Duck is the most iconic Beijing food, with a history of more than 600 years. First created in the royal kitchens, Beijing roast duck became popular during the Ming and Qing dynasties before spreading to restaurants across the city. Famous for its crispy skin, tender meat, and the unique way of wrapping slices in thin pancakes with sweet sauce, Peking Duck is recognized worldwide as a symbol of Beijing

Beijing Hutong cafes are very chill and special. Walking in the beijing hutongs, you can find small cafes hidden in old alleys. Each cafe...