For decades, diners across China have turned to Lanzhou Lamian outlets for an affordable yet reliably filling bowl of hand-pulled noodles. Few, however, know that these noodles have little connection to the city of Lanzhou itself, and a recent rebranding campaign is trying to bring their true origins to light.
August 21, 2026
From AI-generated films gaining ground in China’s movie industry to the looming possiibility of corporate roles being replaced by artifical intellignece in the near future, technology has become an unavoidable and deeply embedded part of modern China.
From a symbol of young love in the verses of Li Bai to a viral meme telling people to mind their own business, plums have held a distinctive place in China’s cultural life
From ancient creation myths to everyday meals, the humble egg has long been woven into Chinese culture and cuisine
In China’s ecologically rich southwestern province, mushrooms have become a seasonal favorite, drawing food lovers from across the country—and even some foreign politicians. But alongside vibrant markets and adventurous foraging trips, mushroom season also brings hallucinatory misadventures that can turn perilous.
The World of Chinese magazine celebrated its 20th anniversary and new issue launch with the team, readers, and friends at Beijing’s Shixi Teahouse!
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