It's impossible to avoid the fact that we're living in a tea-centric country. And while I enjoy a steaming cup of loose leaf tea as much as the next person, the fact still stands that I need my coffee on a (fairly) regular basis. Whether it's the immediate ... Read More>>
Late autumn is upon us and it's only a few more short weeks until the frigid winter weather will descend, turning Shanghai into a veritable wasteland of Ugg boots and Sherpa's delivery men. But never fear! There is some respite available, and it comes in ... Read More>>
The following several places have been hand picked to give you, the reader, a little bit of inspiration when looking for somewhere new to eat when out and about in Shanghai. Take a look at the following eateries and see if any of these take your fancy. Read More>>
Shanghai is a city rich in culture. Whether you prefer visual, auditory, or performance art, you can find it in spades here – and usually without too much of a commute. The art community in Shanghai is largely dedicated to the promotion and spread of ... Read More>>
Shanghai Restaurant Week is back is back with a vengeance in 2013! From March 4-10, top dining establishments in Shanghai will offer an exclusive 3-course Restaurant Week menu for lunch, dinner or both, for a fixed price starting from 78 RMB for lunch or ... Read More>>
Christmas is right around the corner and there's no better time to get a jump on your holiday decorating. While Christmas trees, festive ornaments, and other holiday decorations aren't as easy to find in China as they are in many other countries, it is ... Read More>>
Shanghai is a funny place. It can mean one thing for one person, and something entirely different for another – which may explain why so many people have written and published books about their personal experiences here. Shanghai’s varied, and at times ... Read More>>
Halloween is coming up again, and there is really no excuse not to take advantage of the year’s biggest opportunity to dress up and let loose. Here are the best and spookiest options for Shanghai, whether you’re a kid, an adult, or somewhere in between. Read More>>
You may have noticed if you've jumped in a cab recently that the base meter prices have become a bit... steep. That's because the Shanghai Development and Reform Commission recently implemented a two Renminbi fare increase, which means daytime trips will ... Read More>>
Most expats living in China realise pretty quickly that Chinese food is a lot more varied than the traditional kung pow chicken and sweet and sour pork that’s served in takeaways and restaurants back home. From the stodgy potato and meat stews of Dongbei ... Read More>>
The next two weeks promise to be heavy in sunshine and sweat. From the boxing bouts on the Bund to the funky grooves of the Friendly Fires at MAO Livehouse, your body will be clamouring for a rest. Thankfully, there will also be plenty of new restaurants ... Read More>>
Summer is in full swing now, and Shanghai is a great place to be (as long as you don’t mind the heat and humidity). There’s a lot going on, and plenty of stuff to do and see. Here’s a round up of what’s happening in the news, on the stage and around town. ... Read More>>
September is finally here and Mid-Autumn Festival is right around the corner. Like always there is something going on in Shanghai, so get out and experience some of the new openings and great performances on offer…just watch out for strange lights in the ... Read More>>
Epermarket is an online expat supermarket that delivers to Shanghai, Jiangsu and Zhejiang Provinces. They only provide the freshest produce! Read More>>
A sprawling metropolis like Shanghai is the perfect place to enjoy film in a variety of ways. With movie theatres and DVD shops everywhere, the city has become a hotbed for cinema lovers. If watching movies is a favourite pastime of yours, check out our ... Read More>>
It's not the best time to be a laowai in Shanghai, with police presence and the 100 Days policy seeing venues closing and foreigners being asked for their passports. Shelter has shut its doors temporarily, and expats are recommended to carry their documents ... Read More>>
And just like that, autumn is already drawing into winter in Shanghai, and the weather is getting cooler. But don't let despair set in just yet. Before we all begin to go into hibernation mode for the year, there's still plenty happening around town. Here ... Read More>>
I’ve recently realized that you can judge how many laowai are at an event here in Shanghai by the number of those Vespa-style electric bikes you see parked outside the venue. They’re everywhere, those bikes. Silver for the “creative” entrepreneurs (to ... Read More>>
Summers in the city can be less than picture perfect. Between the hordes of people rushing to and from water parks and the ever-pervasive heat, going out to enjoy the nightlife may be the last thing on your mind. But this summer in Shanghai is the perfect ... Read More>>
As the Shanghai summer heat turns to a full-out BBQ, the last few weeks of July promise some great events and new openings. There's a lot to explore in the run-up to August, including a flip-flop pop-up shop, an array of new restaurants, and some cool gigs. Read More>>
August is the month when most people leave town, but there’s plenty still going on if you’re in Shanghai for the summer. Openings, closings, news and gossip – read on for what’s hot these coming weeks. 1) Hello to… ... Read More>>
It's that time of year again, when scary, skimpy, and/or socially relevant costumes combine with the power of booze to create that wunderkind of holidays… Halloween! Because 2012's calendar hates us, Halloween falls on a Wednesday this year. But don't ... Read More>>
Waiting in traffic is a part of life, especially when living in a big city like Shanghai. We've all experienced the boredom of sitting on the metro, waiting for a train or riding alone in a taxi. And with the increasingly long commutes that workers ... Read More>>
Summer is creeping in, and there are still a few precious weeks before the humidity ratchets up. The city is blooming with new restaurants, bars and activities. Here’s a round up of what’s happening in Shanghai. Read More>>