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PizzaExpress recently introduced its new autumn/winter menu, including fruity smoothies and warming flower tea. The British chain opened its first store in the Chinese mainland in May 2014 at Taikooli, Sanlitun. It is now one of the trendiest places to have pizza and afternoon snacks. The restaurant encourages Christmas gatherings by offering a free bottle of wine to groups with 10 or more diners until the end of January. Call 010-6417-6698 to learn more.