Saturday, September 22, 2012

I'll Have a Venti

Xingbake, or as it's better known in America, Starbucks, has not yet made its way to Henan province.  But the richer cities of China are no strangers to them.  Though all the English translations are idetical to the American versions, Chinese speakers need not worry about the difference between a tall, venti, and grande.  The Chinese version roughly translates to "
medium cup" "big cup" and "really big cup."
  
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Sunday, September 16, 2012

Patriotic Beijing

I have wanted to post this for a long time.  These pictures were taken in December.  Beijing, being the capitol, is under more scrutiny than most places.  A few images.