Archeological evidence shows that hot pot existed already in the Zhou dynasty (周朝; 1046-256 BC) and was a coveted dish during nobility banquets. Fast forward to China's millennials, we bring you the hot pot hot facts.
Tag: chinese culture
China’s Revised Gender Genetics: Canonizing Handsome Girls and Pretty Boys
Plato once wrote that Rhea, mother of the gods in Greek mythology, created three types of tribes: Male, female and the “mix-and-match”. Being superior in strength, both mentally and physically, this third super-non-man tribe at one point in ancient times even tried to banish the gods from Mount Olympus, or so the story has it.
The Artistry Of Body Painting As A Form Of Contemporary Art Practice In China
The art of makeup goes back thousands of years in Mainland China, way back to when the Earth’s natural resources were used to paint one’s face. So when it comes to the artistry that is "body painting"... (Ta)boo or not to boo?
China’s Ethnic Diversity And Versatility: Flashes Of Minority Musings
China’s various traditional minority dress and lifestyle codes have had an extensive influence on urban culture nationwide.
About Mutual Visual Exposure: Laurent Hou Tells The Tale Of His Shaanxi Series
Photographer Laurent Hou explains, "People you photograph expose themselves and their way of life to you and your lens, but you too expose yourself to them." It's all about the vice versa of the visual arts.
SHIN! Youth: About Capturing China’s Brazen Post-95 Street Cult
SHIN! Youth street photography emphasizes the attitude and personality of China’s youngsters and urban trendsetters -- aka the post-95s.
China’s Tattoo Art: From Gender And Hip-Hop Taboo To Millennial Craze
Tattoos have been engraved in Chinese culture for a long time, yet for most of that history, they were stigmatized.
Visual Artist MA TE: The Politics Of Society And Urban Humanity In Tomorrow’s China
China's contempo artistic scene is increasingly letting its socio-politico voice hit those high notes. From AQ critiques to views on humanity and sexuality.
China’s Original TǔKù (土酷) Culture — Touristy Vibes At Tiananmen
China's original TǔKù culture. The very Chinese phenomenon that is TǔKù takes a more direct approach to shooting images, staged around popular tourist areas.
Welcome To China’s Urban Jungle
A nation decides to alter its political system as to open up and become more appealing to the outside world. In the process, the nation becomes more susceptible to global influences.
China Under The Radar 