Last Minute QiXi Ideas that Look Like You Planned in Advance

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The weaver girl must cross a bridge of animal bouquets...· wait, that can't be right.

The stuffed animal bouquets are back at Jingkelong, which can only mean one thing: Qixi Festival is here. 

For some of us, the holiday snuck up unexpectedly, but life is full of not-so-subtle reminders:

• Commercialism at its finest

• Long-lasting alternative to rosesC

• ouples kissed for 47 minutes at a competition in Kunming, Yunnan province.

If that's not enough entertainment for the day, here are a few last-minute ideas for things to do around Beijing to celebrate QiXi.

EAST Beijing QiXi

Why not spoil your loved one with a romantic staycation at EAST for or FEAST on some fine food at their in-house restaurant? Their QiXi menu for two starts from RMB988 and lets you indulge in luxurious entrees such as succulent chateaubriand, the grilled seafood platter, or the ultimate Surf & Turf with stockyard Australian fillet and ribeye, garlic herb-crusted lobster, and oysters. The set menu also includes free-flow sparkling wine, house wines, rosé bubbles, coffee, tea and soft drinks. What’s a better night than QiXi to enjoy our free-flow champagne? Live the high life for an additional RMB 388* per person.

Search 北京东隅 (běi jīng dōng yú) in WeChat to purchase their QiXi packages. 

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Artyzen Habitat Dongzhimen Beijing

Artyzen Habitat Dongzhimen Beijing is one of those hidden gems that’s sometimes overlooked by foodies. Their restaurant San offers a mix of Asian and Western cuisine. The taste is fantastic, portions are more than generous, and the prices are surprisingly reasonable. Check out their mouthwatering and reasonably priced RMB799 QiXi menu in our earlier post here. 

And if the night goes smoothly, you can enjoy a special discount on their Habitat 40+ King room for an additional RMB 399. 

NUO Chinese V Day

Celebrate your memorable Chinese Valentine's Day with your loved one at NUO Hotel Beijing. The culinary team has prepared unique chocolate and fruit cakes in a variety of sizes to match the intensity of your romance! 

Search 北京诺金酒店 (běi jīng nuò jīn jiǔ diàn) in WeChat to purchase their QiXi packages. 

Annie's QIXi Romance Menu

Celebrate this QiXi at Annie's for a romantic evening with your better half, and enjoy a special set menu designed by Chef Marco to make this night unforgettable!

Call ahead to make your reservation at your favorite Annie's restaurant! 

Sheratongue

If you can get past the slightly off-putting pun, then you can have your pick of Valentine's Day menus offered by the Sheraton's different-themed restaurants. 

Mosto's

La Medina 

Chinese Valentine’s Day Menu

Migas Mercado 

Qixi Menu

Fiume Italian Restaurant

Call 6508978 for reservations. 

CHEERS Chinese Valentine’s Special Deals

Fancy a casual stay home dinner instead? Pick up a special bottle of vino from any CHEERS location that will perfectly pair with your waimai. 

Qixi Festival Jazz Concert

If you want a change of pace from the usual romantic dinners, check out this Qixi Festival Jazz concert at the Times Art Museum. 

Tickets start from RMB 78 for exhibition visitors only and can be purchased via 北京时代美术馆 (běi jīng shí dài měi shù guǎn) mini program on WeChat. 

Images: Courtesy of organizers

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