A Thousand Whys is tailor-made for curious minds about China and the Chinese culture.This podcast of
Crabs aren’t the most attractive-looking creatures. But the taste of their meat can be irresistible.
As THE most popular drink of the Chinese people, tea boasts a history almost as long as that of the
To answer that, we might as well first talk about something in the ancient Book of Changes. Numbers
Smooth and shiny, soft yet strong, silk is considered a symbol of luxury for thousands of years. It
Autumn is here! As nature will soon cast its magic on mountains and woods by adding various charming
Every year when the summer heat is gone, and the moon is full and bright, it’s time to celebrate. On
In modern days, people are writing less and less with pens. Instead, the computer and smart phone ha
Cicadas have a rather short life, but they signify rebirth and immortality in Chinese folklore and a
Chinese people are considered to be good at martial arts, or Kung Fu. There is Bruce Lee, Jackie Cha
Ask any Chinese people about his or her favorite flower in summer, you would probably get the same a
50 Shades of Qing... greenish blue, blueish black, blackish green...
If you lived in ancient times and wanted to build a house, what materials would you use for the fram
For a Chinese person, Sichuan Cuisine means something that can really bring out your great appetites
Playing with fire, standing for justice, fighting for peace... mythical animals can do a lot that hu
The world of numbers is fascinating. While designers are obsessed with the golden ratio 1.618, and m
Why do the Chinese people love using chopsticks, which look so hard to master for many westerners? W
Shirley shares the secret about the one accessory that's also a lifesaver in ancient China.
If you’ve a chance to go to a museum and take a look at the section of the Chinese relics, you’ll be
You may say this kind of eyes is slanted eyes. We don’t. We say it’s phoenix eyes, and it's consider
The stories of the dragon are told in many cultures in the world. Some dread it. Others adore the le
