We’ve scoured the city and sourced a selection of restaurants catering to a range of prices that have taken this classic comfort food and transformed it into haute cuisine. Here are the best burgers in Shanghai. Read More>>
Living in Shanghai, your body sometimes will need a restart. Here are four juicing companies that promise to help you get rid of all those toxins. Read More>>
Pudong isn’t like everywhere else in Shanghai. Some parts don’t even hint at the fact that you are even in China. Whether you live there, have a long layover at the airport, or simply want to leave Puxi for the weekend, read this article and find out what ... Read More>>
The towns of Hangzhou and Suzhou are famous for their lakes and canals. Lying just a couple of hours from Shanghai, they are a firm favourite for tourists, and city dwellers eager for some peace and quiet. But what if you’ve already seen Hangzhou ... Read More>>
Shanghai is a city that never sleeps – a metropolis that pulsates with even more excitement as the night progresses. While Shanghai's bar and club scene is certainly one of the most bustling ones in China, not all after-dark fun has to necessarily involve ... Read More>>
Everyone is clamouring to get outside these days, what with the summer heat about to launch into "unbearable" mode. Luckily, there are a lot of great outdoor options when you're in the mood to dine al fresco. Read on for some of the best. Read More>>
Shanghai has got a sweet tooth, and it’s as insatiable as ever! Following what appears to be a global trend, cupcakes have made the all-important transition from kiddie birthday parties to gourmet treats. Bakers in Shanghai have followed suit, establishing ... Read More>>
There are those times when you really want to impress someone – whether you have family or friends visiting from out of town, you’re on a first date, or you just want to remind yourself that, by God, you’re living in Shanghai! Well, Fumin Lu (富民路) is ... Read More>>
Nanchang Lu sits quietly behind the busy and at times overbearing Huaihai Lu. This unassuming, inner-city street offers an enchanting glimpse into the real life of Shanghai’s French Concession. Read More>>
Almost every road and avenue in Shanghai has a story behind it, from the colonial thoroughfares of the former French Concession to the wide boulevards of Pudong. But there are several streets that are particularly interesting. These are six of the most ... Read More>>
Many expats don’t take public transportation, and even those that regularly take the subway won’t step foot on the bus. There are good reasons to avoid the bus, and the truth is, it’s difficult to navigate if you don’t speak Chinese and aren’t familiar ... Read More>>
Looking for an international school but not sure which one is right for your child? In this article, we’ve broken down just a few of the top international schools in Shanghai and mentioned why each is worth attending. Read More>>
Have a lazy weekend coming up but don't want to bother planning a weekend trip? Has the warm weather inspired you to get outside and get active but you don't know where to start? Rest assured that there are some great – and rather unusual – all day ... Read More>>
1. Munchies梦奇屋<br /> When you’ve got the munchies, head to… um, Munchies. With tie-dye clad staff, tasty American and Tex-Mex grub at low prices, and two cosy branches, it’s a cult favourite among thrifty Shanghai diners. The menu is gaudy, and ... Read More>>
Shopping for clothing is bad enough for Western women in China, as sizes here don’t typically account for any semblance of a bust or hips. That being said, lingerie shopping can be even worse! If you wear anything beyond a C cup, chances are that you ... Read More>>
At first glance, Shanghai isn’t a city that exudes originality when it comes to fashion (unless you’re talking about those bizarrely creative Chinglish T-shirts). A cursory glance down any street in Shanghai reveals a mix of pyjama-clad pensioners, young ... Read More>>
If you enjoy cycling, exploring by bike is one of the best ways – it is cheap, healthy, and fun. These are four suggested cycling routes in Shanghai complete with directions and information on things you can’t miss on the way! Read More>>
Looking for something new to do in Shanghai now that summer’s been and gone? Check out what’s new, and what you might have missed in the last few weeks, with our round-up of newly opened restaurants and bars. Read More>>
It was a sunny afternoon. Walking up towards the high street, we passed a red telephone box, and a series of red brick town houses. Turning onto the main square, just off Oxford Street, we caught sight of the church spire rising from behind a row of austere ... Read More>>
If you’ve ever emerged from a restaurant with tears in your eyes, mouth numbed by chilli, and belly pleasantly fiery, the chances are you’ll have been feasting on Hunan food. Xiang cai (湘菜) hasn’t been as widely exported as some of the other ‘Eight ... Read More>>
If you’ve just moved to Shanghai, you might be a bit overwhelmed by all the advertisements for “singles” – singles nights, singles bars, guides on how to hook up when you’re single… But what if you’re not? What is there to do in Shanghai when you’re ... Read More>>
Shanghai summers are infamous. Ranking right up there in expats' list of “Favorite Things to Kvetch About” (along with polluted air and the lack of rainy day taxis), hot weather seems to take us by surprise every year. The humidity that makes ... Read More>>
Shanghai can get a bit wild, what with alcohol-fuelled events dominating the scene. But what if you don't drink? Or what if you're just looking for a much-needed detox session for a day, a week, a month? What in the world is there to do here? Read on for ... Read More>>
Life in Shanghai can get lonely sometimes. Coming home to an empty apartment is pretty depressing, which is why a lot of expats decide to get a pet. Of course, the advantages of having a pet are obvious, but owning an animal as in China isn’t as easy as ... Read More>>