The Crowne Plaza Beijing Lido is introducing Gluehwein to its afternoon tea venue T-Zone in the lobby, to have a more Christmassy sprit. This traditional holiday drink is made with red wine along with various mulling spices and raisins. The special Gluehwein (28 yuan/$4.40) is served with ginger cookies and a wide selection of desserts. Call 010-8443-6229 for more details.
When the weather is clear, dining at the top of the CBD's tallest building, the China World Summit Wing, and enjoying the bird's eye view is quite an experience. The good news is that the hotel recently launched a five-meter-long dessert cabinet, which offers different and refreshing sweet treats each day in the lobby on the 80th floor. Call 010-8571-6459 to learn more.