MilkTea and Cola
Your Guide to Living, Teaching, and Exploring China
Discover Wuxi restaurants, attractions, China living tips, teaching resources, and opportunities for international educators.
Welcome to MilkTea and Cola
This site is a resource for expat families and international teachers living in Wuxi, China. Written by a teacher and dad based here, it covers everything from restaurant recommendations and family-friendly outings to classroom resources and job guidance for teachers working abroad. Whether you’re moving to Wuxi, raising kids here, or teaching in China for the first time, this is where practical, first-hand experience gets shared.
🌏 Discover Wuxi
🍜 Food & Restaurants
Restaurant guides, cafes, local favourites, and family-friendly dining.
🏞 Places to Visit
Attractions, weekend trips, seasonal events, and hidden gems.
🏠 Living in China
Practical guides for transport, apps, shopping, and daily life.
👩🏫 Teaching in China
📚 Teaching Resources
Lesson plans, classroom activities, games, and printable materials.
💡 Teacher Tips
Advice for international teachers working in China.
💼 China Teaching Jobs
Job opportunities and guidance for educators.
⭐ Featured Guides
Vanguard Shopping Center (near MixC)
A favorite public playground near MixC mall — big slide, climbing structures, and swings.
Daxigang Wetland Park
A popular playground about 20-25 minutes from Coastal City mall.
Longwang Mountain
An easy family hike about 13 minutes from Coastal City mall.
📥 Free Teacher Resources
Download practical resources created for international teachers.
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