A Symphony of Stars and New Beginnings: Celebrating Chinese New Year Across Asia
Celebrating Chinese New Year Across Asia As the moon waxes and wanes, marking the passage of time, many cultures across Asia prepare […]
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K-Pop, KFC, and the Peace Apple: East Asia’s Unique Christmas Traditions
If your image of Christmas is a snow-covered village, family around a fireplace, and a dinner of roast turkey, prepare to have […]
The story behind China’s 11.11 sale
Every year, on 11 November, China witnesses a massive wave of online shopping activity known as the 11.11 sale or Double 11. […]
Top Chinese Internet Slang You Must Know in 2025
Speak like a native. Understand Chinese pop culture. Chat confidently online. Mandarin learners often discover a surprising truth once they start interacting […]
Chinese Communication and Thought: Rethinking the Origins of the Script
This article has been written by Dylan Joseph, a student at The Oriental Dialogue learning Mandarin Chinese. Dylan is currently pursuing his […]
Our Korean Teachers’ Pick Their Favourite K-Variety Shows: Idol Edition
Looking for a fun and authentic way to connect with your favorite K-pop idols? Our Korean language teachers have picked their must-watch […]
