The day I called in for lunch with a companion, the restaurant (which is open and bright) was humming with locals, business people, couples and friends simply catching up and celebrating a birthday.

• 有一天,我与一位朋友前往午餐,宽敞明亮的餐馆内本地人、生意人、夫妇、朋友欢聚一堂,欢声笑语,举行生日庆祝会。