Food & Clothing:

There is no such thing as "Chinese food". With dozens of provinces, cultures, and climates, plus thousands of years of history, such generalizations such as those frequently made about "Chinese food" in the West are impossible. At the very least, there are eight "classic" cuisines in China.

The Cantonese cuisine of Guangdong province is broad-based and eclectic, emphasizing über-fresh seafood, soups, and a sometimes shocking variety of meats. The Min cuisine of Fujian, similarly focuses on soups and seafood, though with a slightly more fresh-watered orientation. Top cehfs in Shanghai are noted for their intense sauces and savory sugar-soy glazes, while traditional restaurants there represent every province and nearly every nation.

Participants are responsible for their own meals.

Given that most Western clothing is made in China, fitting in requires merely an international sense of style.

Visible piercings, other than standard earrings, and visible tattoos are usually not acceptable. If you have either, please discuss them with us.

When teaching, women should cover their shoulders (sleeveless shirts are acceptable, but very thin straps or tank tops are not). No low-cut necklines or very short skirts. Open-toed shoes are acceptable.

Male Teachers should wear long pants (not jeans), short- or long-sleeved shirt with a collar, and loafers or dress shoes. Long hair should be neatly tied into a ponytail.