Three Key Events for the Upcoming Week in Beijing (March 9-15)

      This week, Modernista offers a half-price deal, Carlos Johnson will perform at Blue Note, and there's a "Swap, Mend & MÝO" event.

      Eat – Half Price Tapas & Paella at Modernista

      Modernista has brought back their Tuesday Half Price Tapas & Paella offer. Every Tuesday, diners can enjoy 50% off all tapas and paella for the entire evening. In addition to this deal, Tuesdays also feature Modernista's Songwriter Series, with Gangzi, the lead singer and guitarist of the famous Mongolian band Tulegur, performing this week (Mar 10). If you're looking for affordable food and a relaxed atmosphere, make your way to Modernista this Tuesday!

      The Half Price Tapas & Paella deal runs every Tuesday, all night. Gangzi's performance starts at 9 PM, and entry is free.

      Modernista 44 Baochao Hutong, Dongcheng District 东城区宝钞胡同44号

      Listen – Carlos Johnson and the Chicago All-Stars at Blue Note

      This Thursday (Mar 12), the legendary blues musician Carlos Johnson and the Chicago All-Stars will take the stage at Blue Note. Known for his passionate left-handed guitar playing, Johnson has been part of the Chicago blues scene for over 40 years, sharing the stage with icons like Albert King, Buddy Guy, and Otis Rush.

      For the upcoming show, he will be accompanied by an ensemble of top Chicago musicians: drummer Pooky Styx, keyboardist Dan Souvigny, and bassist Jay Red, blending classic Chicago blues with elements of jazz, funk, and soul.

      Carlos Johnson & Chicago All-Stars will perform at Blue Note on Thu, Mar 12 starting at 8 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM). Tickets are priced from RMB 360 per person and can be purchased by scanning the QR code on the poster above.

      Blue Note B1/F, 23 Qianmen Dajie, Dongcheng District 东城区前门东大街23号院内B1层

      Refresh – "Swap, Mend & MÝO: Three Acts of Spring Transformation" at MaisonFL

      Next Sunday (Mar 15), MaisonFL will host "Swap, Mend & MÝO: Three Acts of Spring Transformation," an event aimed at refreshing your wardrobe with a focus on sustainable fashion.

      This event features a free clothing swap where attendees can exchange pre-loved items, a Mend Workshop led by Hanging Sense (RMB 333, materials included) that will teach participants to create unique accessories from upcycled materials, and a MÝO Alchémyko Station by VSP for blending self-love potions (10% off the original price of RMB 207).

      "Swap, Mend & MÝO" will occur on Sun, Mar 15 from 2 PM to 6:30 PM. Admission is free and includes a welcome cocktail. The Mend Workshop costs RMB 333 and requires prior registration. Participation in the MÝO Alchémyko Station is optional. Additional details and workshop registration can be found here.

      MaisonFL by Falcon Laurent F306, 3/F, Grand Summit South Area, 19 Dongfang Dong Lu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区东方东路19号官舍南区三层F306

      READ: A Taste of India in Beijing: Vasant Mela Returns Mar 14

      Images: Unsplash, courtesy of the venues

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