Double Eleven Hotpot Dinner Social – Don’t Eat Alone on Single’s Day…
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What is Double Eleven?
If you’re a fan of Asian culture, you might already know that Double Eleven (11/11) has become a big deal in China. In Chinese, a single person is sometimes called a “guānggùn” (光棍)—literally, a “bare stick”—and four lonely sticks (11/11) turned into a cheeky celebration of being single.
Originally, it was a day for singles to treat themselves—because why not celebrate living life on your own terms? But rather than encourage more shopping, we think Double Eleven is a great excuse to get together, meet new people, and create some meaningful memories.
Who Comes to Dinner?
Teachers and students from Dear Asia!
Join us for a fun, social evening over Chinese hotpot—one of the best communal meals in Asian cuisine. It’s warm, flavorful, and always better with a crowd. Expect casual vibes, shared tables, good conversation, and maybe even some new friendships.
💸 Is It Free?
The event is free to join, but we’ll split the bill at the table.
💰 Estimated cost: £30–35 per person
Details of the event
If you are a Dear Asia Student
Cultural introduction
Double Eleven, also known as Singles’ Day (光棍节) and celebrated on November 11th (11/11) in China, began as an informal celebration among university students in the 1990s to honour single life—symbolised by the four solitary “1”s in the date. Over time, it evolved from a lighthearted, counter-Valentine’s Day event into the world’s largest online shopping festival, especially after e-commerce giant Alibaba transformed it into a major retail holiday in 2009.
Culturally, Double Eleven reflects the rapid transformation of modern Chinese consumerism, digital innovation, and youth culture. It highlights shifting attitudes toward identity, relationships, and economic participation in an increasingly individualistic and tech-driven society. What started as a celebration of solitude has become a symbol of commercial power, digital culture, and global economic influence, with growing recognition and participation beyond China’s borders.
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