One of the great things about being an expat is that you get to celebrate holidays from different countries, and next week is Thanksgiving. Here is a list of six places in Shanghai that will take all the ‘mafan’ out of Thanksgiving and let you focus on the... Read More>>

The brainchild of David Brode, former co-proprietor of Shanghai’s Plump Oyster, Oyster House serves a wide range of imported oysters and a myriad of comfort foods. Read More>>

Shanghai has done a mighty fine job of making the best of what it has which has resulted in some downright delicious barbeque offerings. And with that, here’s a list of Shanghai’s best Western barbeque restaurants. Read More>>

One aspect of China that continually amazes is the diversity between regions and one of the most unique, and oftentimes underrated, cuisines has got to be Yunnan. Read on for some of Shanghai’s best Yunnan restaurants. Read More>>

As a premier online grocery store based in Shanghai, FIELDS combines convenience with safe, fresh and healthy foods that it serves to thousands of customers each day in Shanghai, Jiangsu and Zhejiang province. Read More>>

Summer is here so what better way to enjoy the charms of the city than by lounging on an outdoor patio? Our second entry of an ongoing series profiles everyone’s favorite Shanghai staple: the former French Concession. Read More>>

There is no shortage of rooftop patios in Shanghai, so we’ve decided to uncover the best spots one area at a time. Under the microscope in this edition: The Bund – Shanghai’s ever famous waterfront area and magnet of fine wining and dining. Read More>>

Everyone likes food courts. They are the perfect place for a group of picky eaters to dine, thanks to their multiple food stations. This article introduces a couple of Shanghai’s most popular food courts. 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>>

It’s a new year in Shanghai, which means a whole new slew of Western restaurants must be opening up. Read on to find out which five new Western restaurants are set to make a dent in Shanghai’s international dining scene in 2013. Read More>>

China and dumplings (jiaozi) are intrinsically entwined, so it should come as no surprise that Shanghai has a plethora of great jiaozi spots. Read on for some of the best dumpling places in Shanghai. Read More>>

With the frigid winter upon us and here to stay for a while, a lot of energy is spent just keeping warm. Luckily, Shanghai is famous for its inventive cocktails, and wintertime proves no exception. Read on for some warm alternatives to your usual imbibing ... 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>>

Shanghai's restaurant scene is always changing, with eateries opening and closing on an almost weekly basis. If you're tired of the constant flux and want to dine in an older, better established place, try one of the city's oldest restaurants. Here are six ... Read More>>

The weather is getting colder, the days are getting longer, and it's only a matter of time before Sherpa's is reinstated on my speed dial. But while it's certainly nice to have the option of ordering everything from Turkish to Mexican to German food, ... Read More>>

Food safety is a topic that never gets exhausted in China. And yes there are enough shocking stories about fake or contaminated food in China to keep us ranting for days or even weeks. However, merely complaining is not going to make a significant impact on ... Read More>>

Living in an enormous city such as Shanghai has its upsides, among which is the presence of the world's top 5 star hotels, all offering exquisite afternoon teas. Though not particularly cheap, the cost/quality ratio makes this a justifiable treat for many ... Read More>>

For those interested in sampling some of the best food that Shanghai has to offer (and really, who isn't?), Restaurant Week can be one of the most wonderful times of the year. Well, it's coming up again for the sixth year in a row and this time it will be ... Read More>>

You know how it goes: It's a weekend night – you've drank and danced and drank and partied and drank till you can drink no more. And then you must eat. I'm pretty sure scientists have found that late night drunk food cravings are quite possibly one of the ... Read More>>

Some weekends are just… one of those weekends. You know the ones - where every single one of your friends seems to be throwing a birthday party, a going away party, or has had a really bad week at work. A night (or two) of drinking turns into that horror ... 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>>

The weather has hit that perfect high note here in Shanghai – mostly sunny with just a slight hint of the mugginess that will soon assault us all. And what better way to take advantage of this short weather window than by leisurely whiling away the ... Read More>>

Shanghai expats aren't too keen on eating at home, and if they do, it's likely to be a Sherpa's delivery. While there certainly are foodies and home-cooks out there, most expats opt for the great variety of international cuisines the city has to offer, from ... 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>>