Didn't love used to be simpler? This video certainly thinks so. With rising incomes and living standards comes rising expectations when it comes to finding "The One." This video looks at the importance of money in the marriage fortunes of Chinese men.

This entertaining and informative video on the Chinese obsession with gift-giving reveals a lot about contemporary Chinese social and political issues (covering everything from social competition to corrupt officials) and also delves into the ancient origins of this long-running practice.

This Eastern Han-era story of a principled man who turned down a duke's invitation is the origin of an expression which means "to flatter and suck up to."

Never look down on someone who is not as good as you in some areas. Here's why.

Gain a quick overview of the most important festivals in the Chinese calendar.

The giving of hongbao, otherwise known as lucky money, is an age-old tradition for the Chinese New Year. Here is a brief introduction to its interesting history and some less traditional ideas of what to send as hongbao!

Wine and beauty！Watch how Zorro and Martin impress the ladies in this episode!

Do you know what exactly is inside a bottle of champagne? Where do those gas bubbles come from? Find out in this video!

Did you know that a bottle of champagne can actually be a lethal weapon? Only if the bottle isn't opened correctly, that is. Watch Martin teach Zorro the basics of opening champagne in this episode of "The Connoisseur."

In the final installment of this episode on Spanish wine, Martin talks to us about sherry, its history, and how it's made. Cheers!

"Reserva" and "Gran Reserva" are two of the most well-known types of Spanish wine, but do you know how to tell the difference between them? Why are they classified differently in the first place? Let Zorro and Martin unveil the mystery for you.

Just when you think you’re ready to sample a wine, there are a few essentials that you can’t forget. In this video, let Martin the expert fill you in on just exactly what they are.

Before you even take your first sip of a wine, there’s a lot you need to know. From pouring, to swirling, to smelling, this video has it all.

In order to appreciate wine, you have to start with the fundamentals. In this video, get a basic introduction to the world of fine wines.

In this video, watch and then learn how to perform not one, but two magic tricks involving a disappearing coin. Both are easy to learn and will amaze your friends.

Dou Hongyu is forced to make an exit after none of the girls vote for him, but still gets some compliments about the importance of his work in China today.

On "The Dating Show," where a male guest tries to sell himself to 24 potential girlfriends, video blogger Dou Hongyu seems to be doing pretty well – despite comments by one girl that he looks like he still belongs in primary school – before taking a nosedive with some outlandish statements about his future wife's physical assets and place in the home.

Have you ever tried handmade Chinese noodles? If not, you're missing out! In this video, go behind the scenes into a Chinese kitchen and see how these delicious pulled noodles are actually made.

Paper cutting is an old tradition in China. Masters of this handicraft can be found all over the country. In this video, take a trip to a crafts market and get a closer look at the delicate art of cutting paper!

Which wine should you choose to go with sautéed shrimp?

Which wine should you choose to go with Drunkard Chicken Shao Xing Style?

Ever wonder how wine is paired with Chinese food? In this episode, Martin shows us how to bring them together in perfect harmony. And don’t forget to toast at your next meal!

Three people discuss the the meaning of happiness. For some it's living a good life and flourishing; for others it's the little things.

A young man discusses what it means to be happy in the context of living in a big city and with a high-stress job.