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Foie Gras Buffet and Brunch Now at Sofitel Shanghai Hyland

Red Bubbly Brunch at Sheraton Shenzhen Futian Hotel

The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• TSMC Sets Up Two New Departments
• China And U.S. Sign Tourism Cooperation Protocol
• China's Kingsoft Launches New Website For Mobile Phone Users
• Taobao And China Mobile Launch SMS Price Service
• China's First Museum-style Hotel Opens In Beijing
• Guangzhou To Establish Emergency Communication Command System
• Siemens Helps Xianning Build Eco-city

Foie Gras at Sofitel Shanghai Hyland
From 28 October until 8 November, Sofitel Shanghai Hyland is proud to introduce its Foie Gras Festival to you. 12 days - 60 recipes around Foie Gras in collaboration with Rougie at Mosaic Restaurant (2F). RMB 298+15% for Dinner buffet; RMB 308+15% for Sunday brunch. 505 Nanjing Road East, Shanghai 200001, China. TEL (8621) 6351 5888 ext 4281; Email sofitel@hyland-shanghai.com; Website: www.sofitel.com/1603

Banqueting - Corporate Dinner Party Packages 2009
The stylish Magnolia Ballroom and Indigo Room are the best choices for your Year-End Corporate Annual Dinner, Christmas Parties, Private Functions and Gatherings. Radisson Pudong Century Park provides you some fabulous selections of Chinese set menus from RMB1888*/2388*/2888* per table or beautifully presented traditional Christmas buffet from RMB188*/238*/288* per person. Addition upgrading of menu, beverage packages, and entertainments are available. *Price subject to 15% surcharge. For reservations and to discuss package upgrades, please contact our professional catering sales team through (8621) 5130 0000*4001. 1199 Ying Chun Road, Pudong Shanghai China.

Quality Living Starts from Beijing Landmark Towers
Landmark Hotel's brand-new Superior Rooms are now available. Each room features broadband Internet access, IDD phone, color TV and a personal safe for your convenience and comfort. Additionally, the king-sized bedded rooms are equipped with transparent glass walled bathrooms and our efficient service will ensure your comfortable stay. Furthermore, the Hotel Lobby is connected with broadband Internet access for guests use on a free of charge basis. Tel: (8610) 6590 6688 ext. 5283 / 5285 / 5291 / 5292; Fax: (8610) 6590 7118; Email: rsvn@beijinglandmark.com; Website: www.beijinglandmark.com

Grand Moment at Grand Millennium Beijing
This premium 5-star hotel of 521 grand and spacious guestrooms. Large pillar-less 1000 sqm grand ballroom and 11 meeting rooms. Award-wining oxygen club occupy three floors. Grand Millennium Beijing offers three restaurants and bars will make you an exciting and unforgettable experience. Tel: (8610) 8587 6888; Fax: (8610) 8587 6999; Website: www.grandmillenniumbeijing.com

Smart Enough to Make The Weekends Enjoyable
Holiday Inn Century City Chengdu presents "Happy Holiday, Happy Valley" weekend family package at only RMB1399 from 25 September, 2009 to 28 February, 2010. The package features 2 nights stay at Superior Room in Holiday Inn with breakfast up to 3 persons, Chengdu Happy Valley family tickets and scheduled shuttle bus transfer. Holiday Inn Century City Chengdu is located in the prime district of Chengdu with a 10-minute drive from Chengdu's city centre and 20-minute from Chengdu International Airport. For more information and reservations, please contact: (8628) 8534 8888 or email to: reservation.chengdu@ihgcd-jzg.com

Hotel Kunlun November Room Promotion
Hotel Kunlun's Autumn Room rates include complimentary broadband, fitness center and pool access! Weekday rates: Deluxe Room: RMB1280 net w/breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room: RMB1480 net w/breakfast; Executive Deluxe Room: RMB1680 w/Executive floor breakfast. Weekend rates: Deluxe Room: RMB1180 net w/breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room: RMB1380 net w/breakfast; Executive Deluxe Room: RMB1580 w/Executive floor breakfast. Advance reservations required, subject to availability. Contact Hotel Kunlun's Reservations Department at (8610)6590 3388 ext. 5457 or email: res@hotelkunlun.com

Business Value Rate at Kempinski Hotel Beijing
Weekday: Superior Room - RMB1, 470.00 per room per night | Deluxe Room - RMB1, 570.00 per room per night | Executive Room - RMB1, 780.00 per room per night. Weekend: Superior Room - RMB1, 320.00 per room per night | Deluxe Room - RMB1, 420.00 per room per night | Executive Room - RMB1, 630.00 per room per night. Include: Free Airport butler service, one way pick-up for one night stay and round trip for two nights stay | One complementary buffet breakfast | Free Internet access | Free access to both health club outlets and indoor swimming pool | Rate subject to 15% surcharge. Valid date from May to end of December, 2009. The terms and conditions are subject to availability and confirmation by the Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center. We look forward to welcoming you to stay at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center! For reservations: Reservations.Beijing@kempinski.com; Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522 Fax: (8610) 6462 2204.

Ramada Parkside Beijing, the Ideal Choice for Your Business
Discovered the professional conference facilities in central Olympic area that Ramada Parkside Beijing, in walking distance to the "Bird Nest"- the main venue of 2008 Olympic Games. It is neighbored by the facilities including Beijing International Convention Center, China National Convention Center, China Science & Technology Museum, Beijing Conference Center, and very close to Zhong-Guan-Cun, Wang-Jing and Shang-Di high tech industrial park. The hotel extensive meeting facilities including the 324 square meters Grand ballroom, as well as multi-function rooms. All facilities feature the state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment make this hotel to be the perfect business place just designed for you. Tel: (8610) 6480 9988. Email: reservation@ramadabj.com

Experience a New Beginning - A New Way to Find Relaxation
Begin your journey at The Westin Tianjin, opening December 2009, to calm the mind, elevate your senses and find renewal. Escape this winter with a free RMB400 credit to spend anywhere in the hotel, from RMB1,001 per room per night (subject to 15% service charge. Valid until 31st March, 2010. Terms and conditions apply). For more information or to make a reservation, please visit westin.com/tianjin or call (8622) 2389 0088 or 4008 688 688

Free Meetings + Free Nights at The Westin Beijing Chaoyang
The Westin Beijing Chaoyang is offering free day meetings + free 3rd night accommodation. Book with us by 31 October 2009 for your meeting before 31 March 2010. Room rates from RMB800+15% (weekend) and RMB1,000+15% (weekday) onwards (minimum of 10 rooms). Terms and conditions apply. SPP (Starwood Preferred Planner) members can enjoy 2,500 bonus starpoints for every 25 paying rooms confirmed. Add: No. 1 Xinyuan Nan Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. Tel: (8610) 5922 8888. Email for a quotation at events.chaoyang@westin.com

Value For Your Weekend Stay Offer
Amazing value weekend deal! Receive RMB 1000 credit to spend anywhere at The Westin Beijing Financial Street, from RMB 1000 per room per night. Upgrade and we'll match your room rate with hotel credit, so you can spend even more...For more information or to make a reservation, please call (8610) 6606 8866 or email reservation.beijing@westin.com

Book a Hostel Room in China!
Now you can preview and choose hostels from around China. Find pictures, comments, and maps for the hostels and then choose what type of bed and rooms you need. We lots of cities including Beijing, Chengdu, Kunming, Lhasa, Sanya, Shanghai, and Yangshuo--plus lots more. You can securely book online and find the cheapest rates online with us. Visit http://www.chinatravelnow.com/hostels.php and search for yourself!

Great spa experience in Lotos Spa
Lotos spa provides a fusion of Eastern and Western therapeutic massage, skin care and body enhancements which will get you relaxed and reinvigorated. Here we have four massage options include Swedish, Chinese, Lotos or Sports massage. You could choose whatever you prefer. We believe the short escape from this midday refresher is what you are looking for. ADD: 2F, West Tower of No.8 Jinan Lu, near Taicang Lu. For enquiries or reservations, please call: (8621) 3308 0088

Hot Stone Aromatherapy
Discovering the soothing properties of warm Granite, let its warmth sooth your body to the point of sublime relaxation. Experience the Hot Stone Aromatherapy treatment and receive a complimentary 15mins Evian Spa Exfoliating Body Scrub. Price: RMB980/105mins (Original price RMB1,200/105mins). Add: Evian Spa, Three on the Bund, 2/F, 3 Zhong Shan Dong Yi Road, Shanghai, China. For enquiries or reservations, please call: (8621) 6321 6622

Eagles Worldwide Moving Shanghai Co., Ltd
The art of packing at your residence will be the first and vital step towards safe arrival of your goods at destination. All packing personnel are trained and qualified to certain standards. We ensure that our experienced crew using only quality materials will professionally pack every item. All items will be sealed and marked in your presence and a packing inventory list will be prepared to account for every carton packed. TEL: (8621) 6273 3482

Shanghai Xile Moving Company
Shanghai Xile Moving Company has ten years history and well known in moving industry. We have full trained operation & customer service staffs. Xile Moving Service features living moving and office moving, and has created a transport system in the city in order to satisfy different clients in different districts. We guarantee to provide the high quality service for all of our customers. TEL (8621) 5605 5415

International Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial, Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping, Accounting & financial advise, Office Administration Management Accounting: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash flow Management, Market Growth Strategies, Learning Centre Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation, Internal Process review, Information Management Business Management: Merger & Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy, Business Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions & Divestitures www.lehmanbrown.com Contact: Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270 Shanghai Tel: +86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636 Hong Kong Tel: +852 25375425, Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com

DCH Motor Leasing
Dah Chong Hong (Motor Leasing) Co., Ltd. is the largest motor leasing company in Hong Kong. We provide a full range of motor leasing services according to your different needs. We not only provide services to Shanghai customers, but also provide services throughout neighboring cities, including Hangzhou, Suzhou, Changzhou, Wuxi and other cities. We believe that our professional and comprehensive services will surely make your satisfied. For more information, please call: (8621) 6486 5599

Learning Mandarin at DayDayUp Mandarin Club
According to your needs, Mandarin Club provides various courses from elementary to advance catering. Our excellent services and reasonable price will guarantee you a fun learning experience here. We also provide a lot of value-added services for students, such as coffee bar, private library, pocket interpretation as well as regular activities and events. For more information, please call: (8621) 3221 2665

Advanced Furniture Fairs in Europe
November 12-22, Shanghai Mart TEL (8621) 6236 6888

The 11th China International Industry Fair
November 3-7, Shanghai New International EXPO Centre TEL (8621) 2890 6666

China International Stationery and Office Supplies Exhibition
November 11-13, Shanghai New International EXPO Centre TEL (8621) 2890 6666

Landscape/Shen Fan - a Solo Exhibition of Shen Fan
October 17-November 10, ShanghART at Huaihai Rd 796 TEL (8621) 3395 0808

Body in Circumstance
1918 ArtSpace is exhibiting two series of oil paintings on canvas from Judith and Yi sharing a common subject matter: people in summer clothes. As a female painter, Judith focuses on zooming in female body parts on big canvases, revealing fine-textured skin and colorful clothes of women in swimming suits while Yi captures an actual scene of a summer beach, realistically showing a place of cultural interest of a certain season and environment.
October 10-November 11, 1918 ArtSpace TEL (8621) 5228 6776

Chen Wei Solo Exhibition
m97 Gallery is pleased to present a solo exhibition of color photography works by Hangzhou and Beijing based artist Chen Wei. Drawing from new and recent works from 2007 through 2009, this is Chen Wei's first solo exhibition in Shanghai.
November 14-January 15, 2010, m97 Gallery TEL (8621) 6266 1597

Thing's Right(s), 09
Thing's Right(s) Shanghai 2009 is a project by Wu Shanzhuan and Inga Svala Thorsdottir that investigates the way in which we attach values to an object. An object in itself means nothing without its negotiation and circulation in broader social and political domains.
September 8-November 15, Shanghai Gallery of Art TEL (8621) 6321 5757

Dance Theatre "Zhong Hua Yin"
Tickets selling for 80-580rmb.
November 2-3, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Lyric Theatre TEL (8621) 6386 8686

Opera "Goddess of Wu Mountain"
Tickets selling for 80-380rmb.
November 3, Majestic Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 4409

Dance Theatre "Paradise"
Tickets selling for 80-480rmb.
November 4-6, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Opera Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234

Comedy "I Want to Be Very Rich"
Tickets selling for 100-280rmb.
November 5-7, Lyceum Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 8530

Khalil Fong 2009 Shanghai Concert
Tickets selling for 180-780rmb.
November 7, Shanghai Grand Stage (Shanghai Gymnasium) TEL (8621) 6438 5200

Korean Extreme Dance Comedy "BREAK OUT"
Tickets selling for 180-580rmb.
November 7, Majestic Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 4409

Monday, November 2, 2009
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Salsa Sauce
Monday nights are dedicated to the fresh Latin rhythms of Salsa. Live Latin band, a fresh mix of South American performers will grace the stage and play upfront Salsa music all night long. Our guests can enjoy the sounds of salsa while learning sexy dance moves from the pros at 'Salsa Shanghai'. Enjoy our happy hour special on Johnny Walker Red Label from 7:00pm-9:00pm. No cover. Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023

Girls and Boys
We know that you always want an extra day for your weekend, so here we offer you this opportunity. We provide a RMB50 open bar for all the girls and boys from 9:00pm to 12:00am. Grab your friends, dance a little bit, drink a little bit, and enjoy the lovely Monday night. Not Me TEL (8621) 6433 0760

Why Not Monday?
We know you haven't been prepared for the whole week, so come to Anar as our new weekly event "Why Not Monday?" hit the road. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere in the front room and also the energetic electro/nu disco/house/minimal in the back room. We know this is what you are looking for. No cover. Anar Bar TEL (8621) 6280 9326

Tuesday, November 3, 2009
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The Core
The Core is one of Norway's most energetic jazz bands, performing music influenced by John Coltrane's post-bop and the free quartets of the late 60s. Their high-energy live performances are the foundations upon which the band has built an international reputation, and critics have been raving about the group's shows and albums since its founding nearly a decade ago. JZ TEL (8621) 6431 0269

Salsa Night
Get shaky as M3 band kicks off Salsa Nights! Don't worry beginners, we're offering free salsa lessons from 8:00pm-9:00pm, getting you ready for the rest of the night full of Latin beats with salsa, rueda, and meringue. Drinks will be RMB40 from 8:00pm-10:00pm. Space is limited so call for reservations (Paul Li 1390 1959 846) one day in advance! Muse Park 97 TEL (8621) 5383 2328

After Work Affair
Brown Sugar gives you one more option after your work on Tuesday. Come to check out how the live band does old school funk and groove a la Curtis Mayfield, James Brown, and Bobby Womack. Brown Sugar dancers will help you find your passion. A two-for-one drink special is still going on. Brown Sugar TEL (8621) 5382 8998

Wednesday, November 4, 2009
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Ladies on Top
Barabarossa hosts "Ladies on Top" every Wednesday with free selected cocktails on the third floor and roof-top terrace. DJs Perseau plays funk and house all night. Barbarossa Lounge TEL (8621) 6318 0220

Funky Town
Every Wednesday, Bar Rouge turns into a funky town. Take your friends to the bund 18 to experience the nightlife on the Bund, and also enjoy the soul, funk, and fresh hip hop beats. Dress code: classy hustler. No cover. Bar Rouge TEL (8621) 6339 1199

Men's Night
Guys must feel left out as Ladies Night is everywhere in town. Don't worry guys, here's your chance. The Bulldog hosts a Men's Night where you could be the leading role. Take your girls, enjoy the live sports, live rock music, pool and darts. RMB50 for unlimited vodka/gin mixers and Carlsberg between 10:00pm to 12:00am. Starts at 6:00pm. The Bulldog TEL (8621) 6445 9464

Thursday, November 5, 2009
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Karma-Koma
Karma-Koma is the brain child of Uprooted Sunshine's vocalist ChaCha and The Drunk Monk and is Shanghai's first and only Trip-Hop, Downbeat and Abstract Hip-Hop night. This month's guest is the ever so fresh DJ Muja!! Look out for the Karma-Koma 2 year anniversary details coming very soon! The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400

Foosball Tourney
The Spot hosts "Foosball Tourney" from 8:00pm onwards. Free entry. The winner gets a RMB300 F&B Voucher. All players get a drink deal, RMB30 on standard drinks. The Spot TEL (8621) 1590 0827 462

Blissfully L'orange
Every Thursdays Bling will be hosting Blissfully L'orange Ladies, come and enjoy new cocktails made with the much acclaimed Grey Goose L'orange. Immerse yourself in the never before seen life size board game and win prizes. Grand prizes are limited, it's strictly first served. Bling TEL (86) 1590 0955 880

Friday, November 6, 2009
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Friday Flash Back to the 70's
Dig out your shiny shirt and blue wig as DJ Thomas Paninaro takes you back to the 70s with his signature disco sound tonight. RMB100 with open bar 10:00pm-2:00am. Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023

Let's play Brit-pop
Starts at 21:30pm. RMB30 for entry. Bremen's music styles cover from Brit-pop and Funk to Punk and Pop. You can not only enjoy music but also feel beat of our hearts. Live Bar TEL (8621) 2833 6764

DJ David Tort Party
DJ David Tort is the winner of "Remixer of the Year" and so far the only Spanish DJ ever to play at the Playboy Club in California. Now he comes to Shanghai with his Mediterranean blend of electro beats and funky house. RMB100 for guys and free entry for ladies. Sin TEL (8621) 6267 7779

Saturday, November 7, 2009
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Antidote with Matt B + Tagtraumer
Antidote is excited to present two cutting-edge producers, MattB and Tagtraumer, rocking the Shelter with live electronic sets. The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400

S2S Party
Anar hosts S2S from Saturday to Sunday. The party starts at 1:00am and ends at 8:00am with DJs Philippe Ortega from France and Afro-J from Shanghai spinning techno, progressive, house music all night long. Anar TEL (8621) 6280 9326

Shaker Xperience
Fed up with a standard after work bar drinks? Welcome to here and enjoy our "Shaker Xperience" from 7:00pm to 9:30pm. Urban Bar TEL (8621) 6266 7969

Sunday, November 8, 2009
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SinDay Sundays
Ever not knowing where to go after your brunch and looking for the perfect Sunday afternoon party? We introduce to you "Sinday" - a party that starts at 4:00pm, free canapes pass around and special discount on Taittinger Champagne (RMB480 per bottle, RMB80 per glass). No cover. SIN TEL (8621) 6267 7779

SunJam
LOgO presents SunJam to jam the best Shanghai musician together after party by DJ Casie Lane (USA) spinning soulful deep house. You don't need to be a pro, you just need to bring your guitar, bass or percussion, and jam! Special drinks of the night - Sangria glass at RMB20. Starts at 10:00pm. No cover. LOgO TEL (8621) 6281 5646

Delicious Weekend Brunch Treat
Come as a group of four and Laris will treat one of you to a complimentary brunch. Minimum order of three courses each, at RMB228, required. Available on Saturdays and Sundays, from 11:30am to 3:00pm. Laris TEL (8621) 6321 9922

Drama "Lulu, Listen to Me"
Tickets selling for 100-680rmb.
November 12-15, Majestic Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 4409

Original Opera "The King of Chu" by Shanghai Opera House
Tickets selling for 80-380rmb.
November 18-19, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Opera Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234

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