Kevin Bowes

Drawn in by the spice and zest of Sichaun, I've been based in Chengdu for the last five years.

📍 Chengdu, Sichuan, China

Mandarin

Three Classic Chinese Games to Help You Learn Mandarin

Curious about classic Chinese games? Check the article for details, history and instructions!

Mandarin

5 Crucial Methods for Memorizing Chinese Characters

Ever felt completely stranded when failed by a translation app? Experienced a jolt of terror when given a Chinese food menu with no pictures? Being able to recognise Chinese characters (hànzì - 汉字) is one of the essential steps you'll take in getting ahead in Mandarin. Pinyin (pīnyīn - 拼音)

Mandarin

The Ultimate Guide to Chinese Food and Dishes for Mandarin Learners

Eating to learn, learning to eat as a Mandarin Chinese learner Chinese food is often the keystone in many people's lives. A solid foundation of food vocabulary will boost your Chinese speaking capabilities and is sure to lubricate many a conversation. Food is paramount in China, and many diverse cultures