Forget the tourist lists — this is where the community actually eats. Xiaobei (exit Line 5, look for the pedestrian overpass) is still the beating heart, an area where Africans can be found speaking Arabic, Bambara, French, Portuguese, Lingala, Malagasy, Yoruba or Igbo. For grilled fish and cheap suds, regulars head to Moustache Bar — a popular hangout amongst African expats and visitors to the city, Moustache Bar serves a mean grilled fish, plus fufu and fried plantain to round...

Let's be honest with each other. You've been in China for months. You've adjusted to a lot. But there's one thing you still dream about at night: plantain. Fried. Golden. Sweet. Dodo. Kelewele. Alloco. Bole. Whatever your country calls it — you miss it, and that sad yellow supermarket banana is NOT it. 😤 We all know the truth: most Chinese cities simply don't have plantain. So this is not one of those "10 easy places!" articles. This is a survival strategy from people who understand...

  Walk past any campus running track at 7:00 PM, and you’ll see the same rhythmic loop—hundreds of students moving in a sea of "mandatory" fitness. For many, it’s a mechanical chase for credits. But for you, it can be something entirely different: a private contract with your future self. Living abroad is a marathon, and your body is the only home you carry through every semester. Here is how to master your fitness and fuel without getting lost in the crowd. 1. The...

Shanghai is one of China’s most exciting food cities — a melting pot where East meets West and local flavors blend with international flair. Whether you’re new in town or a longtime resident, here are some of the best places and dishes to explore when hunger hits. 🥢 Must-Try Local Dishes Xiaolongbao (Soup Dumplings) – Steamed buns filled with hot broth and pork, often found at Jia Jia Tang Bao or Din Tai Fung. Shengjian Bao – Pan-fried soup buns with crispy...