What happens when a cup of coffee – made with local chestnuts – pulls young people hours up a mountain road?

In northern Beijing's Huairou District, cafés, guesthouses, local food and hands-on experiences are giving visitors new reasons to explore the countryside. Rural tourism in China is becoming about more than just sightseeing.

In this episode of Unboxing China, we explore how one cup of coffee can connect local produce, tourism, spending and jobs – and create new opportunities for rural communities.