On the town with a Beijing Doll

Mao Livehouse used to have a reputation for rock, but these days you can hear all different genres Photograph: Dan Chung/Guardian

Sip a ruby cocktail and listen to whatever live music is playing Photograph: Dan Chung/Guardian

Mare restaurant in Sanlitun - the best street for bars - attracts Beijing's arty crowd Photograph: Dan Chung/Guardian

Nobody minds if you just come for a drink Photograph: Dan Chung/Guardian

But you can get good Spanish food at reasonable prices served in a relaxed atmosphere Photograph: Dan Chung/Guardian

Lane Crawford mall is in the west of Beijing, which is not as crowded and noisy as the east Photograph: Dan Chung/Guardian

It's a nice size and well set out with a good range of brands Photograph: Dan Chung/Guardian

The displays here border on the arty rather than the functional Photograph: Dan Chung/Guardian

If you're looking for a great breakfast to start the day, head to Cafe Zarah Photograph: Dan Chung/Guardian

It has huge windows, and you can watch the busy old city rumble into life Photograph: Dan Chung/Guardian