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Celebrating 五一 (Wǔyī, Labor Day) in China: Unique Traditions and Fun Activities

Every year on May 1st, China lights up with excitement to celebrate 五一 (Wǔyī, Labor Day). This special day isn't just a break from school...

The Enchanting Tale Behind “Crossing the Bridge” Noodles

During my time in both New York City and Dallas, Texas, I had the pleasure of frequenting a delightful restaurant named 十秒到 (Shí Miǎo...

Austin's Top 5 Authentic Chinese Eateries: A Personal Journey

Austin, TX, a city celebrated for its eclectic food scene, harbors some of the most authentic Chinese restaurants outside of China. This...

MMTop10 : Luxury Hotels in China

MMTop10: Our Favorite Hotels in China (part one) Ten hotels where we at Manhattan Mandarin love to stay when taking families and groups...

Quite possibly all the body parts in Mandarin!

https://quizlet.com/784901770/flashcards 头部 (tóu bù) - head 面部 (miàn bù) - face 眉毛 (méi máo) - eyebrow 睫毛 (jié máo) - eyelash 眼睛 (yǎn...

What makes American Mahjongg Different?

Mahjongg is a popular tile-based game that has been enjoyed by people all around the world for centuries. It originated in China during...

Adjectives - Lots of Adjectives

For years we've seen our students struggle with using adjectives in Mandarin. The grammar (explained below) is easy enough but one of the...

CNY 2023

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year's CNY celebration. The first at our new HQ! What a turnout we had from friends,...

Calligraphy and Wine Night

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first calligraphy and wine night at HQ! The event sold out quickly and, thanks to Sean...

Baseball in China and Almost All the Baseball Words You Need in Mandarin!

In 2008, while studying in Shanghai with CET, I was lucky enough to play and 'intern' with the Shanghai Golden Eagles. As a part of the...

All the baby vocabulary you need!

This is a new series for MM. We've always believed that the trickiest part of getting to a high level of Mandarin is the sheer amount of...

The Ease of Grammar in Mandarin

Mandarin is often considered a challenging language to learn, with its complex characters, tones, and unfamiliar sounds. However, one...

Why Learning Mandarin is Easier than French

Learning a new language can be an exciting and challenging journey. While every language has its unique complexities and nuances, some...

Li Bai - A Tang Dynasty Legend & His Poem: 'Drinking Alone Under the Moon'

LiBai (also known as Li Bo, Li Taibai and Li Po) was a Chinese poet who lived during the Tang Dynasty (618–907). He is widely regarded as...

Top 4 Reasons for Babies and Toddlers to Learn Mandarin Chinese

All about the YCT

The Youth Chinese Test (YCT) is an internationally recognized standardized test of Chinese proficiency for children, primarily aimed at...

Introduction to The HSK

Although I have been studying Mandarin since 2006 and lived and worked in China from 2008 until 2013, I didn't meet anyone who had...

Best Dumplings in London Chinatown

London’s Chinatown is a dense, restaurant-packed neighborhood in the heart of London. It can be overwhelming choosing between Dim Sum (点心...

Top 5 Soup Dumpling Spots in London's Chinatown

London’s Chinatown is a vibrant neighborhood in the center of London, filled with Dim Sum (點心), Hot Pot (火锅), Zhen Zhu Nai Cha (珍珠奶茶),...

Top 5 Dessert Spots In London's Chinatown

Looking for a dessert spot after a delicious meal in London’s Chinatown? You’e come to the right place! While better known for its dim...